English as a Second Language
Reading and writing — Paper 1
- 1.
A library notice says: ‘The study room is available from 4 pm, but must be reserved online before noon on the same day. Groups are limited to six people.’ State when the room is available, the booking deadline and the largest permitted group.
[3 marks] · no calculator - 2.
Write an email to a classmate who missed a group meeting. Explain the decision the group made, give them one task to complete, and state when the group will meet again.
[4 marks] · no calculator - 3.
A gym notice says: ‘Membership costs $30 per month. New members get their first week free. The gym closes at 9 pm on weekdays and 6 pm on weekends.’ State the monthly cost, the new-member offer, and the weekday closing time.
[3 marks] · no calculator - 4.
Write a short note to a friend inviting them to your birthday party. Include the date, the time, and one thing you would like them to bring.
[4 marks] · no calculator - 5.
A sign at a sports centre says: ‘Due to maintenance, the swimming pool will be closed this Friday. The gym and sauna remain open as normal.’ Identify which facility is closed, and which facilities remain open.
[2 marks] · no calculator - 6.
Write a short email to a hotel asking whether a room is available for next weekend. Ask one question about the hotel's facilities.
[3 marks] · no calculator - 7.
A sign outside a shop reads: ‘Please keep this area clear. Deliveries only between 8 am and 10 am.’ Identify the main purpose of this sign.
[2 marks] · no calculator - 8.
Write a short paragraph describing your favourite place in your town or city, for a new student who has just arrived.
[3 marks] · no calculator - 9.
A library notice says: ‘From Monday, the library will open at 8 am instead of 9 am. It will still close at 6 pm. The change does not apply on Saturdays.’ State the new opening time, the closing time, and the day the change does not apply.
[3 marks] · no calculator - 10.
Write a short thank-you note to a neighbour who looked after your cat while you were away.
[3 marks] · no calculator - 11.
A membership form asks for: full name, date of birth, and a parent's phone number for anyone under 16. A student fills in their name and date of birth but leaves the phone number blank. State what information, if any, is missing.
[2 marks] · no calculator - 12.
Write a short, polite message to a friend explaining that you cannot come to their party because you are visiting family that weekend.
[3 marks] · no calculator - 13.
An advertisement says: ‘New gym opening this weekend! First month free for everyone who joins before the end of the month.’ Identify the main purpose of this advertisement.
[2 marks] · no calculator - 14.
Write a short email to a dentist's office asking to change the time of your appointment next week.
[3 marks] · no calculator - 15.
A timetable shows: Bus A leaves at 8:00 and takes 40 minutes. Bus B leaves at 8:15 and takes 20 minutes. Compare the two buses and state which one arrives first.
[3 marks] · no calculator - 16.
Write a short note for a neighbour who is looking after your house, explaining when to water the plants and where to find the spare key.
[3 marks] · no calculator - 17.
A notice on a café door says: ‘Closed for staff training. We will reopen tomorrow at the usual time. Sorry for any inconvenience.’ Identify why the café is closed and when it will reopen.
[2 marks] · no calculator - 18.
Write a short email to a friend sharing the good news that you passed your driving test.
[3 marks] · no calculator - 19.
A weather report says: ‘Today will be sunny with light wind. Tomorrow, expect rain in the morning, clearing by the afternoon.’ State the weather for today and for tomorrow.
[2 marks] · no calculator - 20.
Write a short message to a colleague apologising for arriving late to a meeting and explaining briefly why.
[3 marks] · no calculator - 21.
A sign at a swimming pool says: ‘Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. No running on the poolside.’ Identify the two rules stated on this sign.
[2 marks] · no calculator - 22.
Write a short email to a museum requesting a brochure with information about ticket prices and opening times.
[3 marks] · no calculator - 23.
A shop sign says: ‘T-shirts: $15 each, or 2 for $25.’ A customer wants to buy 2 t-shirts. Compare the two ways of paying and state which is cheaper.
[2 marks] · no calculator - 24.
Write a short message to a friend confirming the time and place you will meet this weekend.
[3 marks] · no calculator