Practice English Reading Exercises for B1 – Life Skills & Personal Development 5

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Reading 1

For each question, choose the correct answer.

The people below all want to find a mental health support group for teenagers.

There are descriptions of eight youth groups.

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

1   Lucas wants a workshop where he can talk openly about his personal emotions. He is only free on weekday evenings because of his school schedule. He has no money to spend and needs a free program.

2   Maya wants to learn how to help a classmate who is going through a difficult time. She needs an online group she can join from home on weekend mornings, as her weekdays are completely full.

3   Sam is looking for a calm, non-judgmental environment where he can relax. He prefers an in-person club that meets on Saturday afternoons so he can meet other people who understand him.

4   Chloe wants to listen to specialist advice on dealing with school stress. She is free on weekday afternoons after lessons finish and prefers a group that includes complimentary drinks and snacks.

5   Daniel wants a quiet space where he can speak about his low mood without feeling embarrassed. He finds large crowds stressful, so he wants a tiny group. He needs a free course.

Mental Health Youth Groups

A Share Your Moods

Come along to express your deep feelings and everyday anxieties in a friendly environment. We show you how to manage your mood safely. Our friendly sessions take place from Monday to Thursday after 6 p.m. Best of all, it costs absolutely nothing, making it a perfect wallet-friendly option for local teenagers.

B The Peer Support Network

Do you want to know how to look after a friend who is going through a tough time? Our helpful tutorials teach you how to listen to others effectively. All sessions are delivered entirely over the internet on Saturday and Sunday at 9 a.m., allowing you to join smoothly from your bedroom.

C The Safe Haven

Find a peaceful area where nobody judges you and you can fully relax. This local face-to-face studio offers a comfortable environment to share experiences with other teenagers. Our weekly meetings take place every weekend at 3 p.m., providing a wonderful afternoon escape where you can feel secure and accepted.

D Mindful Youth Circles

Discover useful methods for handling heavy pressure from lessons and exams. Our specialist speakers share wonderful relaxation tips to help you stay calm. We gather from Monday to Friday at 4 p.m. right after school. To make our chats cozy, the club provides free cakes and hot tea for every member.

E The Tiny Steps Forum

This is a quiet neighborhood club where you can talk about your daily worries comfortably. To prevent anyone from feeling overwhelmed, our face-to-face meetings are strictly limited to a maximum of four people per teacher. Best of all, this program is entirely free of charge for students.

F Creative Minds Group

Express your inner feelings through interesting art projects and group drawing sessions. This beautiful studio lets you share your worries with a huge, energetic crowd of creative students. Meetings run every Sunday afternoon at 2 p.m. Entrance is completely free for teenagers, though you must purchase your own art brushes.

G Digital Care Space

Learn how to look after an unhappy friend or classmate using modern mental health strategies. Our interactive webinars provide great tips for teenagers wanting to protect their peers. Log on from home every Tuesday evening at 8 p.m. Tickets are low-priced, and all essential guidebooks are sent via email for free.

H Calm Horizons Masterclass

Master advanced psychological methods to defeat school stress and feel happy. Our experienced coaches give professional presentations on handling exam pressure. We meet from Monday to Wednesday at 4 p.m. Please note that this is an expensive training program with premium entry fees, and no refreshments are permitted inside the hall.

Reading 2

For each question, choose the correct answer.

The people below all want to find a babysitting and childcare course.

There are descriptions of eight childcare courses.

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

1   Lucas wants to learn fun games to keep young children busy. He also needs to know exactly what to do in a medical emergency. He is busy with school, so he only has free time on Saturday and Sunday mornings.

2   Sara needs an official document to prove her skills to future employers. She wants to discover how to prepare healthy food for kids. Because she lives far from town, she requires a course she can complete over the internet.

3   Max wants to learn the best techniques for getting tiny babies to sleep. He works in a cafe all day, so he needs classes after dinner. He has very little money, so the lessons must be completely free of charge.

4   Chloe wants to understand the strict laws about looking after other people’s children. She also hopes to learn how to make exciting art projects with kids. She wants an intensive, full-time program that lasts for exactly one week.

5   Ben needs professional advice on how to discuss his hourly pay with parents. He wants to learn energetic outdoor sports to play with kids. He doesn’t drive, so the school must be located right next to the central railway station.

Babysitting and Childcare Courses

A Safe Play Training

Join us early at the end of the week to become a brilliant babysitter! We focus heavily on dealing with sudden illnesses and injuries confidently. Furthermore, you will discover a huge variety of brilliant indoor activities and puzzles to ensure the boys and girls never get bored while their parents are out.

B Digital Nanny Hub

Study comfortably from your own bedroom using our fantastic digital platform! We teach you exactly how to cook nutritious, balanced dinners for young eaters. Once you finish all the digital modules, we will email you a formal qualification certificate, which is absolutely perfect to present to families at job interviews.

C Night Care Skills

This amazing charity program costs absolutely nothing to join, making it perfect for students! Our sessions start late in the day, perfectly suiting daytime workers. You will focus completely on caring for the youngest family members, discovering the most relaxing ways to help tired infants rest peacefully in their beds.

D Summer Sitter Camp

Join our demanding seven-day training program! Running from Monday to Sunday, we teach you the legal responsibilities of watching minors. Rather than playing sports, we spend hours showing you how to build amazing models and paint colourful pictures to keep your young clients wonderfully entertained and creative during rainy days.

E Active Childcare

Located perfectly outside the main passenger train hub, we are incredibly easy to reach! We teach you fantastic, energetic games to enjoy on the grass in local parks. Furthermore, our business experts will guide you on exactly how to negotiate your wages confidently when meeting new families for employment.

F Weekend Fun Makers

Learn how to entertain kids with amazing playground activities and running games! We meet every Saturday and Sunday before lunch. However, this is an expensive, premium club, and we do not cover any serious topics like health crises or legal rules. It’s simply about having a great time outside!

G Creative Minders

If you want to create beautiful drawings and craft projects with children, join our friendly evening classes! At the end of our six-month program, everyone receives a beautifully printed qualification paper. However, all our lessons take place physically inside our city studio, so you must travel here to participate.

H Early Baby Care

Learn exactly how to look after tiny infants, including the best methods to help them rest quietly. Because our project is supported by the local government, attendees don’t have to pay anything at all! Please note that our doors only open immediately after breakfast, making it unsuitable for daytime workers.

Reading 3

For each question, choose the correct answer.

The people below all want to find an eco-friendly lifestyle course.

There are descriptions of eight eco-friendly lifestyle courses.

Decide which eco-friendly lifestyle course would be the most suitable for the people below.

1   Lucas wants to cut down on the plastic packaging he buys at the supermarket. He is also keen to learn how to grow his own vegetables. Because of his job, he can only attend a class on Wednesday or Thursday nights.

2   Mia is hoping to update her wardrobe by finding great second-hand clothes instead of buying new ones. She needs a web-based course she can join from her laptop. As she is a student, the classes must cost absolutely nothing.

3   Tom wants to understand how to lower his carbon footprint by changing the way he travels. He prefers learning face-to-face in a room full of other teenagers. He is very busy with homework, so he needs a weekend morning session.

4   Anna wants to discover how to create safe, natural cleaning liquids for her house. She requires an official paper to prove she has completed the training. Her parents cannot drive her, so the venue must be close to a station.

5   David wants to learn how to repair broken household appliances rather than throwing them in the bin. He prefers to have a private teacher for individual help. He is looking for a quick, intensive workshop that finishes in one day.

Eco-Friendly Lifestyle Courses

A Green Living

Discover how to avoid materials that cannot be recycled when shopping for groceries! In this helpful workshop, you will also discover how to plant and care for healthy carrots and tomatoes in your garden. Our sessions happen every Wednesday and Thursday after dinner, so they are perfect for busy workers.

B Sustainable Style

Stop spending cash on fresh fashion and learn to love pre-worn outfits! We will show you exactly how to hunt for amazing used garments. Everything happens via live video stream, so you can join from your bedroom. Best of all, our charity covers all costs, meaning there are no fees!

C Earth Travel

Find out how your daily journeys impact the planet’s atmosphere and learn better ways to get around! You will study directly alongside a lively group of young people your own age in our bright classroom. We meet every Saturday and Sunday before midday, giving you the afternoon to do schoolwork.

D Pure Home

Learn to mix your own chemical-free washing solutions to keep your floors and windows sparkling clean! When you finish the course, we will hand you a recognized printed document. Our modern studio is situated just a two-minute walk from the central railway platforms, making it incredibly simple to travel here.

E Fix It Fast

Don’t replace your damaged toasters and radios! During this rapid, eight-hour session, you will learn to mend them perfectly before heading home the very same afternoon. We provide an exclusive personal instructor just for you, guaranteeing you get all the dedicated support you need to master your new mending skills.

F Fashion Exchange

Update your look without spending a single penny! Bring your unwanted outfits and swap them for fantastic pre-worn garments with other teenagers. There is absolutely no charge to enter our huge city center hall. Please note that we do not offer any virtual options, so you must attend in person.

G City Gardeners

If you are interested in producing your own fresh vegetables and herbs, this is the course for you! We meet every Wednesday night to discuss planting techniques and how to cook delicious healthy meals with your harvest. However, we do not cover wider environmental topics like avoiding non-recyclable supermarket packaging.

H Eco Wash

Master the skill of producing chemical-free soaps and healthy surface sprays for your home! Our lovely workshop is conveniently located directly opposite the main bus terminal. These are informal, relaxed community gatherings, so unfortunately we do not provide any formal graduation papers or qualifications at the end of the term.

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