Practice English Reading Exercises for B1 – Academic Clubs & Exam Support 4

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Reading 1

For each question, choose the correct answer.

The people below all want to find an architecture and model building course.

There are descriptions of eight architecture courses.

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

1   Anna wants to build models of modern residential houses. She specifically wants to learn how to cut and glue balsa wood, not cardboard. Because she works at a cafe every weekend, she requires a weekday evening class.

2   Tom wants to improve his 3D spatial thinking by building complex structural shapes. He has absolutely no money to spend, so the class must be completely free. He does not drive, so the studio must be located right next to the railway station.

3   Lily wants to learn how to design small, eco-friendly houses. She prefers working quietly and needs a private, one-to-one lesson. Since she works all week, she must find a session on Saturday or Sunday morning.

4   David is interested in building quick model prototypes using recycled cardboard. He also absolutely needs to receive an official printed certificate at the end. He studies all day, so he is looking for a late evening session.

5   Chloe wants to use 3D thinking to design massive city skyscrapers. She doesn’t own any modelling equipment, so the studio must supply all cutting knives and glue. She is free during the day and needs a weekday morning class.

Architecture and Model Building Courses

A Timber Homes

Discover the art of residential architecture! Running every Tuesday and Thursday at 7 PM, we focus entirely on designing modern houses. You will master the delicate skills of cutting and shaping premium balsa wood to create beautiful, lasting models. Perfect for your after-work schedule.

B The Spatial Studio

Improve your 3D thinking without spending a single penny! This completely complimentary workshop focuses on constructing complex geometric models and structures. Our convenient classroom is situated just a two-minute walk from the main train platforms, making it incredibly easy to reach by public transport.

C Solo Green Designs

Master the architecture of eco-friendly living! We offer private, individual tuition where you get the teacher’s full attention to design small, environmentally friendly houses. These quiet, focused sessions run every Saturday and Sunday before midday, perfectly fitting your weekend schedule.

D Cardboard Concepts

Turn trash into architectural treasure! Meeting at 8 PM on Wednesdays, we teach you how to rapidly fold and stick recycled cardboard to create fast structural prototypes. Everyone who successfully finishes this term will be handed a formal graduation document to add to their professional CV.

E City Skylines

Dream big and design massive city towers! Our 10 AM weekday classes focus heavily on 3D scale and high-rise architecture. You won’t need to purchase any expensive gear, as our studio cupboards are fully stocked with all the cutting knives, rulers, and glue you could possibly need.

F The Balsa Builder

Build your dream home from scratch! We focus on creating highly detailed residential models using professional balsa wood. Please note that we only meet on Saturday and Sunday afternoons, so this course is definitely not suitable for anyone working on the weekends.

G Cardboard City

Learn to construct amazing structures using nothing but recycled cardboard boxes! This fantastic, completely free workshop runs every Wednesday evening. However, our private studio is located deep in the countryside, so there are no trains nearby and you must drive a car to reach us.

H Paper Architects

Design beautiful modern houses and receive an official printed certificate when you finish! We focus on developing your 3D thinking using simple paper and tape. However, please remember that we do not provide any equipment, so all students must carry their own cutting tools and glue to class.

Reading 2

For each question, choose the correct answer.

The people below all want to find a classical literature reading group to join.

There are descriptions of eight reading clubs.

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

1   Liam wants to read plays by Shakespeare on Saturday afternoons. He struggles with difficult vocabulary and needs a group that explains hard words. He also hopes the club offers complimentary hot drinks and biscuits during the meetings.

2   Sophia wants to study famous novels by Charles Dickens. She can only attend sessions on weekday evenings after her office hours. She is looking for an online group so she can participate entirely from her home laptop.

3   Noah loves nineteenth-century books but has a low student budget and needs a free club. He is only free on Monday or Wednesday mornings and wants a relaxing space that serves free tea and snacks.

4   Emma is a teenager looking for a summer holiday activity on Friday afternoons. She wants to explore traditional classical literature and specifically practice understanding difficult old-fashioned vocabulary to prepare for her upcoming school exams.

5   Oliver wants to read classical text collections on Sunday mornings. He wants to lead team discussions about the characters and requires the center to provide a free copy of the book to every member.

Classical Literature Reading Clubs

A Playwrights & Pastries

Love the theater? We gather every Saturday at 2 p.m. to explore the famous plays of William Shakespeare. Our expert leaders guide you through the complicated old-fashioned vocabulary and explain every unfamiliar phrase. To make our afternoon chats cozy, the center provides delicious complimentary hot tea and cookies for all participants during the discussions.

B Digital Dickens Circle

Log onto your computer for a wonderful virtual reading experience! Our web-based group focuses strictly on the brilliant stories of Charles Dickens. Live interactive webinars take place every Tuesday and Thursday evening after 7 p.m. It is a highly convenient option for busy professionals who want to join discussions directly from their own living room.

C Morning Masterpieces

Start your day with great nineteenth-century authors like Jane Austen. This relaxing group meets every Monday and Wednesday morning at 10 a.m. There are absolutely no registration fees, making it completely free for students. Best of all, we always serve fresh cakes and warm herbal drinks to enjoy while we share our thoughts on the books.

D Summer Language Lab

Make your July and August break productive by improving your academic skills! This intensive summer course meets every Friday afternoon at 3 p.m. We study traditional historical texts and analyze complex, challenging vocabulary. It is perfect for high school students who want to build their confidence and prepare thoroughly for important reading examinations.

E Sunday Chapters

Expand your mind every Sunday morning at 9.30 a.m. with our classical text club. We encourage members to take turns leading the weekly debates about the book plots. Best of all, you do not need to buy anything because the library provides a complimentary copy of the novel to everyone who signs up.

F Shakespearian Saturdays

Delve deep into the tragic plays of William Shakespeare on Saturday afternoons at 1 p.m. We look closely at historical timelines and performance styles. Please note that this is an expensive masterclass with premium fees. No refreshments are permitted inside the studio, and members must purchase their own expensive leather-bound scripts before attending.

G Evening Novelists

Gather with book lovers every Monday night after 7.30 p.m. to read the industrial novels of Charles Dickens. We look closely at social history and character development in a large, energetic room. Please note that these are strictly face-to-face meetings, so we do not offer any online streaming or remote laptop options.

H Sunday Morning Poetry

Appreciate ancient verse and classical rhyme early every Sunday morning at 9 a.m. Our quiet sessions are held in a beautiful park venue to enjoy nature. Entry is totally free of charge to save your cash, though you must download the texts online as we do not give out physical book copies.

Reading 3

For each question, choose the correct answer.

The people below all want to find a study group for foreign exchange students.

There are descriptions of eight study groups.

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

1   Lucas wants to improve his spoken grammar. He hopes to make good friends with local students who grew up here. Because he studies hard, he only has free time to join a group on Wednesday evenings.

2   Sara needs help understanding long texts for her university degree. She is very interested in learning how to cook traditional local dishes. She feels shy, so she prefers studying in a tiny group of just three or four people.

3   Max wants to practice writing his academic essays correctly without making mistakes. He also hopes to visit famous historical buildings around the city with his group. He works during the week, so he requires meetings on Saturdays or Sundays.

4   Chloe misses her family and wants emotional support from other international learners. She needs advice on how to deliver spoken presentations confidently. She prefers not to travel, so she is looking for a digital group on the internet.

5   Ben wants to learn about the host country’s social customs and daily habits. He hopes to play energetic outdoor sports with his new group members. He doesn’t have much money, so the meetings must not cost anything.

Study Groups for Foreign Exchange Students

A Wednesday Chats

Join us halfway through the week after dinner! We pair you with teenagers born in this city so you can build strong relationships and feel at home. While chatting, our friendly guides will gently correct your spoken mistakes and help you master the complicated rules of the language quickly.

B Taste & Study

Do you struggle with difficult books for your college course? We will help you translate complicated paragraphs easily. Our sessions are strictly limited to a maximum of four learners so everyone feels completely comfortable. Plus, we spend time discovering the delicious secrets of classic regional meals and how to prepare them!

C Weekend Explorers

Improve your formal college assignments with our expert tutors! We show you exactly how to structure your paragraphs perfectly. We meet exclusively at the end of the week. Instead of sitting inside, we practice our skills while walking around the oldest, most famous castles and museums in the capital.

D Global Voices

Are you feeling homesick? Connect with foreign teenagers from all over the world to share your feelings and feel better. We focus heavily on building your confidence for speaking in front of the class. Best of all, we meet entirely through video calls, so you can join from your bedroom!

E Active Integration

Discover exactly how local people behave and what they do for fun! This charity-funded club is totally free of charge for all visitors. After our helpful discussions about local culture, we always head to the park to enjoy exciting games of football and tennis together in the sunshine.

F Grammar Hub

Perfect your spoken sentences and avoid making embarrassing mistakes when chatting! We meet every single Wednesday evening in the comfortable university library. However, this supportive group is exclusively for foreign visitors, meaning you will not meet any young people who actually grew up in this country during our study sessions.

G Quiet Readers

We keep our numbers extremely small, with only three people per session, making it a wonderful space for shy learners. Our expert teachers will help you understand heavy, academic articles for your degree. However, we strictly focus on academics and do not discuss traditional meals or cultural hobbies.

H Culture Kickers

Do you want to understand the daily habits and polite behavior of the people living here? Join our fun group! We also organize brilliant tennis and football matches in the park. Please note, members must pay a high monthly fee to cover the cost of renting the expensive sports equipment.

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