Practice English Reading Exercises for B1 – Writing, Media & Literature 4

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Reading 1

For each question, choose the correct answer.

The people below all want to find a review writing course.

There are descriptions of eight graphic design courses.

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

1   Lucas wants to write articles giving his opinions about recently published novels. He can only attend sessions on weekday evenings. He hopes to get complimentary tickets to see movies at the theater as a reward for his work.

2   Elena is keen to learn how to add star ratings to her film critiques. She prefers an online course that she can join from home on Saturdays. She has no money and needs a completely free option.

3   Liam wants to focus on analyzing historical movies from the past century. He needs a studio located very close to the city bus station. He hopes to win free cinema entries in a writing contest.

4   Sophia hopes to practice analyzing and reviewing stories written for young children. She prefers individual, one-to-one tutoring rather than a large class. She is only free to attend on Friday afternoons after school.

5   Oliver wants to create reviews that compare films to the original books. He enjoys studying in a group with other teenagers. He is only available to join a class on weekday mornings before lunch.

Review Writing Courses

A Word Wizards

Learn to write excellent critiques on the latest book releases. Our expert instructors will help you express your thoughts clearly. Classes take place every Tuesday and Thursday at 7 p.m. Best of all, our top student reviewers receive free vouchers to watch films at the local theater.

B Screen Scores

Improve your movie review writing from your own living room! This completely free virtual course runs every Saturday morning. You will discover how to use visual symbols, like five-star scores, to show readers your final judgment. It is the perfect web-based program for beginners who have tight budgets.

C Classic Critic

This specialized workshop explores the art of analyzing brilliant movies from the past century. Our modern workspace is located directly opposite the main bus terminal. Enter our weekly writing competition to win complimentary passes to see any film on the big screen! It is perfect for history fans.

D Junior Reviews

Do you want to write about stories aimed at toddlers and young kids? We offer private, one-to-one lessons tailored exactly to your needs. Our friendly teacher guides you individually through the process. We host these customized sessions every Friday afternoon at 4 p.m., just after the school week ends.

E Page to Screen

This fun course looks at movies adapted from famous literature. You will analyze what changed from the original story. Work together with a lively group of students your own age to share ideas. We meet every Monday and Wednesday morning at 10 a.m. It is a highly social program!

F Popcorn Opinions

Master the skill of writing engaging critiques about the biggest modern action blockbusters. Learn layout techniques and vocabulary to voice your views effectively. Our classes meet every Monday evening after work. At the end of each session, all participants get a free cinema ticket. However, we do not cover novels or classic cinema.

G Virtual Voices

Connect with an online group of young people from around the world every Saturday morning. This course is fully funded, so it costs absolutely nothing. You will practice writing short descriptions and catchy headlines for entertainment websites. Please note that we do not study star grading systems or film-to-book comparisons.

H Private Pages

Develop your abilities analyzing books written for young readers. We offer individual, one-to-one lessons with an experienced editor who will critique your work. There is no fee for these special sessions. Our classes take place every Monday morning before noon. Perfect for learners who want private feedback at zero cost.

Reading 2

For each question, choose the correct answer.

The people below all want to find a songwriting workshop.

There are descriptions of eight songwriting workshops.

Decide which workshop would be the most suitable for the people below.

1   Anna wants to learn how to write emotional lyrics that tell a story. She also needs help finding catchy melodies to match her words. Because she works during the week, she must attend classes on Saturdays or Sundays.

2   David is a confident singer who wants to perform his original songs in front of an audience with just an acoustic guitar. He hates writing lyrics and prefers to focus entirely on composing complex music. He needs a class that finishes before midday.

3   Lily wants to discover how to write rhyming lyrics and simple melodies for pop songs. She has absolutely no money right now, so the workshop must be completely free. She relies on the train, so the venue must be next to the station.

4   Sam wants to practice playing his original songs quietly on an acoustic guitar. He is struggling to write the actual words for his songs, so he needs a teacher to help him with lyrics. Since he works all day, he requires an evening session.

5   Chloe wants to learn how to compose melodies using a piano. She also hopes to get the chance to sing her songs aloud to the rest of the class. She learns best when she can chat and share ideas in a large, noisy group.

Songwriting Workshops

A Weekend Wordsmiths

Spend your Saturday and Sunday mornings turning your feelings into songs! We focus entirely on helping you write meaningful lyrics and matching them with memorable, catchy melodies. You don’t need to play an instrument here, as we focus on the writing process rather than live performance.

B The Acoustic Stage

Start your day with a performance! Our 9 AM sessions are designed for confident musicians who want to play their original work live using just a wooden guitar. Because we expect you to arrive with finished songs, we do not provide any help with writing lyrics or creating words.

C Pop Song Secrets

Learn to write catchy tunes without spending a single penny! This complimentary workshop is held right next to the central railway platforms. We will teach you the basics of matching fun, rhyming words with simple, memorable melodies. It is a fantastic, free way to start writing your own hits!

D Night-time Notebooks

Join our after-work sessions starting at 7 PM! We focus on helping you find the right words for your songs, offering excellent tips for writing lyrics. We also provide a quiet, relaxed space where you can practice playing your new songs softly on an acoustic guitar.

E The Melody Makers

Join our massive, energetic seminars and learn to write music! We use keyboards to help you invent fantastic new melodies, and we actively encourage everyone to stand up and sing their creations to the crowd. It is a brilliant, noisy environment where you can easily make lots of new friends.

F Solo Strings

Bring your acoustic guitar and learn to play beautifully! We offer private, one-to-one lessons focusing entirely on complex playing techniques. Unfortunately, we do not teach you how to write lyrics or compose new melodies, and we certainly do not host any public performances.

G The Lyric Lounge

Located deep in the countryside, this peaceful retreat focuses entirely on writing emotional words. We do not use any instruments or write melodies here. Please note that there is no public transport available, so all attendees must drive a car to reach our quiet, isolated studio.

H Evening Keys

Do you want to write melodies after a long day at the office? Our 6 PM sessions teach you how to compose using a synthesizer. We work in completely silent, isolated rooms with headphones, meaning you will never have to sing out loud or perform for anyone else.

Reading 3

For each question, choose the correct answer.

The people below all want to find a speed reading course.

There are descriptions of eight blogging programs.

Decide which blogging program would be the most suitable for the people below.

1   Sam wants to read much faster to help him prepare for his important school exams. He is only free to study on Saturday afternoons. He needs a cheap course because he does not have much money to spend.

2   Lucia wants to improve her memory retention so she can remember facts from textbooks easily. She prefers individual, one-to-one lessons rather than working in groups. She is only available on weekday evenings after her schoolwork.

3   Ben wants to increase his reading speed to handle long school articles quickly. He looks for an online, web-based course so he can learn from his own bedroom. His only free time is on weekday mornings.

4   Emma needs to improve how she remembers important information for her upcoming history tests. She wants a brief course during her summer school holiday and enjoys working closely with other students in a very small group.

5   David wants to learn techniques to read pages quickly. He travels by train, so the studio must be located close to the central railway station. He is only free to attend lessons on Sunday mornings.

Speed Reading Courses

A Fast Track Reading

Double your text processing speed to achieve excellent results in your upcoming school qualifications and tests! This highly practical class meets every Saturday afternoon from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Best of all, our registration fees are extremely affordable, making it the most budget-friendly option in the city for teenagers.

B Mind Power Studio

Struggling to keep information in your head? Our specialists teach brilliant mental exercises to help you remember data smoothly. We completely avoid group classrooms, offering private personal coaching designed around your goals. Join our interactive sessions from Monday to Thursday at 7 p.m. to boost your brainpower after a busy day.

C Digital Reader

Significantly increase the number of pages you process per minute without losing understanding! This innovative web-based program is delivered completely over the internet, allowing you to learn comfortably from your own computer. Live interactive training sessions take place every Tuesday and Thursday morning at 9 a.m. to start your day with purpose.

D Summer Focus

Spend your August vacation mastering advanced skills for memorizing complex textbook details before your final school assessments start. This intensive three-day holiday workshop is structured for collaborative learning. To guarantee a comfortable environment, our classroom sessions are strictly limited to tiny groups of just four participants per teacher.

E Central Speed

Discover how to zip through dense chapters quickly using modern visual techniques. Our high-tech studio is conveniently located just two minutes from the main railway terminal, making travel very simple. Classroom lessons are held every Sunday morning from 10 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. for an energetic weekend start.

F Premium Progress

Train your brain to finish long novels in half the time, which is highly useful for passing major academic tests. Lessons are held every Saturday afternoon in our luxury city-centre hall. Please note that this is an expensive masterclass with premium registration fees, intended for serious independent individuals.

G Evening Network

Improve your information retention and study skills on this fun, evening-based program running every Wednesday night at 7 p.m. You will work closely in large discussion teams and group projects to practice memory methods together. It is a highly social course designed to help you interact with many classmates.

H Online Facts

Log onto our website every Monday and Friday morning at 10 a.m. for live webinars about boosting your data memory. This digital course allows you to study independent modules by yourself at home. Please note that we focus entirely on general reading for pleasure and never cover test preparation.

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