Practice English Reading Exercises for B1 – Language & Communication 3

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Reading 1

For each question, choose the correct answer.

The people below all want to find a French pronunciation workshop.

There are descriptions of eight pronunciation workshops.

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

1   Nina wants to reduce her strong foreign sound. She learns best by doing exercises where she says the same phrases many times. Because she works during the week, she can only attend classes on Saturdays or Sundays.

2   Oliver wants to practice speaking with a maximum of three other learners. He specifically wants to focus on pronouncing business vocabulary correctly. He doesn’t have a car, so the school must be located in the city centre.

3   Lucas wants to sound exactly like a native speaker. He learns best in a tiny class with very few people. He loves music and wants a course where he can practice his pronunciation by singing French songs.

4   Eva loves doing lots of vocal exercises to get her pronunciation right. She wants to practice by acting out real-life situations. She is a university student with very little money, so the course must be cheap.

5   Sam wants to fix his pronunciation of specific, difficult letters. He hates large classes and wants to study with just a couple of other people. He is busy at the office all day, so he needs evening classes.

French Pronunciation Workshops

A Weekend Sounds

This workshop is perfect for those who want to lose their foreign sound and speak like a true local. We spend our Saturday and Sunday mornings doing lots of vocal repetition. By saying these sentences again and again, your confidence and pronunciation will improve very quickly. It is a highly effective way to learn.

B Clear Voices

Join our large, fun classes to sound just like a Parisian! We focus on correcting those difficult letters that foreigners struggle with. We offer great student discounts, making it very affordable for everyone. However, please note that our classes only take place on Wednesday afternoons, and the groups usually have twenty people.

C Professional French

Located right in the heart of the city, this course is completely designed for your career. You will learn how to pronounce office and meeting vocabulary perfectly. We strictly limit our classes to just four participants, ensuring that everyone gets plenty of personal attention from the teacher. It is easy to reach by train.

D Small Talk

Learn to chat easily with friends! We keep our groups very tiny, usually just three or four students per room. It’s a perfect environment if you want to improve your general weekend conversations and make new friends. We are located right next to the central railway station. Our teachers are very friendly and patient.

E Daily French on a Budget

Don’t have much cash? This inexpensive course offers special low prices for learners. We focus on everyday acting and realistic situations, like ordering food in a café. You will do a lot of vocal gymnastics and repeat words constantly until they sound absolutely perfect! It is an incredibly fun and practical class.

F Night-time Pronunciation

If you struggle with the difficult ‘R’ or ‘U’ sounds, we will definitely help you correct them. We meet at 7 p.m. during the week, which is ideal for busy workers. Sessions are kept to just three learners, providing a wonderfully quiet and focused environment for everyone. You will notice a huge improvement quickly.

G Musical French

Do you want to sound exactly like you were born in Paris? In this unique course, a maximum of four students will practice their pronunciation by learning and singing traditional French melodies. It is a wonderful, highly enjoyable way to naturally improve your voice and rhythm. Our vocal coaches are all native speakers.

H Evening Repetition

Do you need to improve your spoken French for your job? In our large, energetic evening classes, we use constant vocal repetition to help you remember important professional phrases. It is absolutely perfect for busy workers who want to communicate better during their international business meetings. You will practice with dozens of classmates.

Reading 2

For each question, choose the correct answer.

The people below all want to find an online language tutoring service.

There are descriptions of eight online tutoring platforms.

Decide which tutoring platform would be the most suitable for the people below.

1   Elena needs to learn conversational Spanish for an upcoming holiday. She requires a private teacher for one-on-one lessons and needs flexible times because her work shifts change constantly. She also wants to use her webcam for face-to-face interaction.

2   Liam wants to improve his business English for interviews. He needs to book lessons late at night whenever he is free, prefers studying completely alone with an expert, and must use a live camera connection to practice presentations.

3   Chloe wants an online French course to help her pass a school exam. She can only study on weekend mornings, needs a private instructor to correct her grammar, and prefers audio-only chats because her internet is slow.

4   David wants to learn basic Japanese culture and phrases. He needs a platform where he can log in instantly at any hour without planning ahead. He wants to see his teacher on screen but enjoys learning in small groups.

5   Sophia is looking for a cheap Italian tutor. She needs flexible weekday hours to study between her university lectures, prefers a one-on-one focus to build confidence, and wants a program that doesn’t require a camera.

Online Language Tutoring Platforms

A SpeakEasy Spanish

Accelerate your language journey with our personalized individual courses. Our professional native instructors focus entirely on your personal goals. With our easy online system, you can select different hours every week to fit your busy lifestyle. Please note that students must turn on their computer cameras for all live sessions.

B Global Business English

Advance your career with professional private coaching. Our platform operates twenty-four hours a day, allowing you to schedule your training sessions late in the evening or whenever suits you best. You will work completely alone with your teacher. A working webcam is required so we can guide your presentation body language.

C Focus French

Prepare for your academic qualifications with our dedicated one-to-one tutoring services. Our experienced educators are available every Saturday and Sunday morning to help you master complex grammar rules. To ensure a stable connection for everyone, our system uses high-quality voice streaming only, meaning you never have to turn on a video camera.

D Live Japanese

Explore a new culture today! Our interactive platform lets you connect with native speakers instantly around the clock without any advanced booking. You will see your instructor clearly on screen throughout the live video stream. Lessons are highly social, as you will study alongside three or four other international students in our digital classrooms.

E Italian Choice

Enjoy low-cost language education that fits perfectly between your daily activities. Our budget-friendly platform connects you with your own personal tutor for private, focused conversations. You can easily select your preferred morning or afternoon slots from Monday to Friday. Lessons are voice-only, so a microphone is necessary but a camera is never used.

F LinguaSpanish Digital

Master Spanish conversation with our popular interactive modules. Our platform offers incredible flexibility, letting you study at any hour of the day or night on weekdays or weekends. You will enjoy direct face-to-face video calls with an instructor using your webcam. However, all our lessons are organized in groups of ten students to encourage discussion.

G Talk Italian Online

Our modern platform offers excellent individual tutoring to help you speak confidently. You can log in instantly at any hour to start a one-on-one private lesson with a friendly native speaker. Every session uses a live video connection so you can chat face-to-face. Prices are quite high, but the quality is excellent.

H English Exam Prep

Get ready for your next school test or job interview with our top-rated English lessons. Our tutors focus entirely on your individual needs in private sessions. We offer set classes every Saturday and Sunday morning. Please ensure you have a working camera and microphone ready before your live video lesson begins.

Reading 3

For each question, choose the correct answer.

The people below all want to find a translation and interpreting course.

There are descriptions of eight courses.

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

1   Anna wants to practice spoken translation because she speaks two languages perfectly. She needs exercises to help her react quickly during conversations. She also hopes to learn about what kind of jobs she can get in the future.

2   David prefers translating written documents and has excellent reading skills in two languages. He works on weekdays, so he needs a course on Saturday or Sunday. He wants to meet experienced professionals to hear about their daily work.

3   Sofia is a bilingual nurse who wants to learn how to translate health and medical texts. She lives far from the city, so she must study on the internet. She needs an official document to show future employers.

4   Lucas wants to try both speaking and writing tasks. He gets nervous easily, so he wants training on making fast decisions while working under pressure. As a university student, he needs a class that doesn’t cost any money.

5   Maya loves cinema and wants to learn how to create subtitles for foreign films. She is busy during the day, so she requires evening sessions. She also wants practical advice on how to start her own independent translation business.

Translation and Interpreting Courses

A The Voice Bridge

Perfect for fluent speakers focusing strictly on oral communication rather than writing. We run special drills to train your brain to process and deliver information rapidly without pausing. Finally, our professional guides will explain the different employment paths available in this exciting industry once you finish your training and start earning.

B Weekend Wordsmiths

If you prefer working with texts, join our busy sessions held on Saturdays and Sundays. We focus entirely on translating articles and books accurately. You will also have the chance to chat with successful industry experts who will share real stories about their daily professional lives and offer great advice.

C Global Health Linguists

Connect from your laptop anywhere in the world to master the basics of healthcare translation. Throughout the program, you will practice converting hospital records and doctor’s notes between languages. Upon successful completion of all our digital modules, we provide a formal paper qualification to add to your professional resume.

D The Bilingual Challenge

Try your hand at both interpreting live speeches and translating written articles in this community program! Thanks to local funding, there is zero charge to join. We place a strong focus on high-stress exercises, teaching you how to stay calm and process words at high speed when time is running out.

E Screen Translators

Turn your love for cinema into a career! Meeting from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on weekdays, we teach you how to write accurate text for foreign television shows and movies. We also include a special business module on how to become a freelancer and set up your own successful agency.

F Speedy Speech

This intensive class is all about oral translation and thinking on your feet. You will participate in fast-paced exercises to improve your response times in bilingual conversations. However, this course is designed just for fun and personal interest, so we do not discuss professional career options or future work possibilities.

G Text Masters

Learn the art of translating important business documents with our team of working professionals. You will get to meet and interview them about their successful careers. Please note that our studio is only open from Monday to Friday, so you must be available to attend during regular daytime working hours.

H Cinema Language Lab

Discover the exciting world of film translation from your own home! These internet-based sessions show you exactly how to write words for the screen. While it is an excellent hobby, we do not offer any official certificates, nor do we provide guidance on starting an independent company or finding clients.

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