Practice English Reading Exercises for B1 – Writing, Media & Literature 2

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Reading 1

For each question, choose the correct answer.

The people below all want to find a book club for teenagers to join.

There are descriptions of eight reading groups.

Decide which reading group would be the most suitable for the people below.

1   Sam wants a club where he can talk about the personalities of the people in the books. He can only attend on Friday evenings and prefers a group that provides complimentary treats and drinks during the meetings.

2   Lucia loves romance stories and wants to complete exactly one book every four weeks. She can only join weekend morning sessions and prefers an online group so she can participate from her bedroom.

3   Ben wants to read modern fantasy books and analyze why the main characters make certain choices. He is only free on Saturday afternoons and wants a club that gives members free biscuits and juice.

4   Emma is looking for a club that focuses on short mystery stories. She wants to read one full novel each month and meet other teenagers at the local library on weekday afternoons after school.

5   Tom wants to read classic graphic novels and focus on how the book settings are designed. He is free on Tuesday evenings and wants a group where members bring their own food to share.

Teen Book Clubs

A Friday Fiction Club

Come along after school for our dynamic weekly sessions! We gather every Friday at 6 p.m. to explore excellent teen literature. Our lively members love analyzing the behavior and relationships of different book personalities. Best of all, the studio provides delicious complimentary cakes and juices for everyone during our friendly discussions.

B Digital Romance Hub

Log on from your computer for a wonderful weekend experience! We stream live every Saturday at 10 a.m., so you can share your passion for love stories directly from home. Our members follow a relaxed schedule, finishing exactly one book per month. It is a fantastic, highly convenient way to keep reading.

C Fantasy Circle

Do you enjoy magical worlds and mythical creatures? We gather every Saturday at 2 p.m. to debate the latest bestsellers. Our favorite activity is discussing the choices and minds of the story characters. To keep your energy up, we always serve free snacks like cookies and fresh drinks during the meetings.

D Library Mystery Group

Gather with other local teenagers at the central library every Thursday at 4 p.m.! We focus on thrilling detective books and secrets. Our goal is to read one complete novel every four weeks, ensuring everyone finishes together. It is an amazing after-school activity to improve your vocabulary and make wonderful new companions.

E Late Night Legends

We meet every Monday night at 8 p.m. to read frightening horror stories. Our group spends lots of time analyzing the personalities and motives of the main book characters. To make things fun, the organizer always gives out free snacks and warm drinks. However, we do not cover modern fantasy or romance.

F The Reading Challenge

Do you want to finish one full book every month? Join our fast-paced group! We meet completely online over the internet every Tuesday afternoon. We read various mystery and adventure books together, though we focus entirely on grammar and translation exercises rather than talking about the characters or story settings.

G Afternoon Adventures

Our popular group meets every Saturday at 3 p.m. to read action-packed graphic novels and fantasy series. We love debating the crazy events in the plot, though we never look at how settings are drawn. Please ensure you eat lunch before arriving, as no food or drinks are allowed in the studio.

H Illustrated Pages

If you love comic strips and artistic design, join us! We focus on historical graphic novels and how authors draw incredible backgrounds. Our lively discussions happen every Tuesday evening at 7 p.m. Please note that we do not offer refreshments, so members usually bring their own snacks to pass around.

Reading 2

For each question, choose the correct answer.

The people below all want to find a screenwriting course.

There are descriptions of eight screenwriting courses.

Decide which screenwriting course would be the most suitable for the people below.

1   Lucas wants to learn the correct layout for a movie document. He also needs to practice presenting his stories to filmmakers. He is busy with university all week, so he requires a course on Saturdays and Sundays.

2   Maya needs to improve how her characters speak to each other. She also wants to learn the industry rules for typing out scenes. She prefers not to travel, so she is looking for a digital course to do at home.

3   Sam wants to practice selling his movie ideas to important studio bosses. He also needs to focus on writing highly realistic conversations between his characters. He works full-time during the day, so he needs lessons that begin after dinner.

4   Chloe needs to understand how to correctly arrange the text on her pages. She wants an intensive, daily one-week program to learn quickly. She doesn’t own a computer, so the school must provide a machine for her to use.

5   Ben wants to create exciting conversations between actors. He has very little money to spend and needs the cheapest option available. Because he doesn’t have a car, he must study at a venue located exactly in the middle of town.

Screenwriting Courses

A Weekend Writers

Discover how to confidently present your amazing concepts to top industry directors! We also carefully teach you the strict rules for structuring your pages so they look completely professional. We meet exclusively at the end of the week, perfectly avoiding your busy Monday to Friday university or work schedule.

B Remote Screenplay

Master the art of writing natural sentences for your actors! You will also discover exactly how to arrange your paragraphs and margins to meet strict cinema standards. Best of all, everything happens over the internet, allowing you to develop your skills comfortably from your own sofa without travelling anywhere.

C Night Scripts

Learn to write brilliant spoken lines that bring your characters to life! In addition, we train you to confidently stand up and sell your best plots to famous movie producers. Our sessions start late, making them absolutely ideal for adults who finish their daily jobs at five o’clock.

D Fast Track Film

Understand the complicated margins and spacing required for professional cinema documents! This demanding training camp runs from Monday to Sunday, packing all the information into just seven days. Don’t worry if you don’t have technology; our modern classrooms supply personal keyboards and screens for every single student.

E Central Stories

Located right next to the main city square, our venue is wonderfully easy to reach! We focus entirely on helping you craft believable spoken interactions between your heroes. We believe education should be for everyone, so we offer the lowest fees in the area for young writers.

F Producer’s Pitch

Do you have a great idea but don’t know how to sell it? We teach you the secrets of standing up and explaining your vision to top movie bosses. Classes begin late in the day. However, we do not focus on writing words or arranging pages at all.

G Character Voices

Discover the secret to writing amazing conversations for your heroes and villains. Because our popular workshops are completely digital, you can participate from your bedroom anywhere in the world! While we charge premium prices for these lessons, the high-quality feedback you receive is absolutely worth the money.

H Screen Layout Lab

Make sure your documents look perfect for Hollywood! We teach you exactly how to organize your text on the page correctly. Our studio provides high-quality laptops for everyone during lessons. Our relaxed program runs every Thursday night for six months, giving you plenty of time to practice.

Reading 3

For each question, choose the correct answer.

The people below all want to find a podcasting and audio production club.

There are descriptions of eight podcasting courses.

Decide which podcasting course would be the most suitable for the people below.

1   Lucas wants to discover how to cut out mistakes from his audio recordings. He also hopes to practice speaking into professional studio equipment. He is busy with school all week, so he only has free time on Saturday mornings.

2   Mia hopes to learn how to ask questions to fascinating visitors on her show. She wants to work closely with a partner. She has no money to spend, so the workshops must be completely free of charge.

3   Tom is passionate about athletics and wants to produce a sports-themed audio show. He needs a digital course he can do from his bedroom. He also requires an official document to prove he completed the training successfully.

4   Anna wants to create an exciting podcast telling true stories from the past. Her parents cannot drive her, so the studio must be right next to a bus stop. She is only available to attend on Wednesday evenings.

5   David wants to understand how to add background music to his voice tracks. He enjoys being part of a big class of teenagers. He needs a club that allows him to borrow recording devices to use at his house.

Podcasting Courses

A Studio Skills

Improve your broadcasting voice by talking directly into our top-quality recording devices! You will also discover the best digital techniques to seamlessly delete pauses and errors from your spoken tracks. We open our doors every weekend before midday, making this the perfect opportunity for busy teenagers with free weekends.

B Chat Masters

Do you want to invite fascinating people to your show and get their best stories? This fantastic workshop teaches you how to talk with visitors effectively. You will always collaborate with one other student. Best of all, there is absolutely nothing to pay to join our amazing training sessions!

C Digital Arena

Start your own show discussing weekend football matches and athletic events! You can complete this entire program via the internet without ever leaving your house. Once you finish all the digital modules, we will email you a formal paper confirming your amazing new broadcasting achievements to show your teachers.

D Time Travelers Audio

Discover how to bring centuries-old events and ancient heroes to life in your own audio series! We run these exciting sessions every week on Wednesday night after dinner. Our modern recording space is situated just a few steps away from the main city transport station, making travel incredibly simple.

E Sound Mixers

Join over twenty other passionate teenagers in our popular, lively classroom to discover the magic of audio mixing! We will show you exactly how to blend fantastic background tunes with your speech. Furthermore, you can easily take our portable capturing tools back to your own place for the week!

F Voice Perfection

Practice your presentation skills by speaking clearly into our professional stand-mounted devices in a real studio. We also focus heavily on teaching you how to quickly remove mistakes and pauses from your final tracks. These intensive workshops happen every Thursday evening, so they are not suitable for weekend activities.

G The Question Hub

Learn the secrets of hosting a great show by chatting with local experts and discovering their stories. There are absolutely no fees to participate in these helpful weekly classes! However, everyone works completely alone on their projects, so it is perfect for teenagers who prefer independent study without partners.

H Action Broadcasters

If you love talking about athletic tournaments and local games, join our exciting physical classroom today! Our expert instructors will guide you through the process of launching a successful show. When you graduate from the academy, you receive a beautiful printed qualification. We do not offer any virtual training.

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