A2 Key (KET) Practice Paper 7

Listening

Listen first, then answer. A Day at the Local Market

1. What time does the farmers market open?

A) 8 AM B) 9 AM C) 10 AM D) 2 PM

2. Why does George need to leave by 2 o'clock?

A) The market closes B) He has to work C) He has another appointment D) He is tired

3. What new product does Alice mention?

A) Fresh strawberries B) Goat cheese C) Honey D) Vegetables

4. What does Lily want to buy?

A) Strawberries B) Goat cheese C) Honey D) Fish

5. When will George pick up Alice?

A) 9:00 AM B) 9:30 AM C) 9:45 AM D) 10:00 AM

Show transcript

alice: Hi George, are you ready to go to the farmers market this Saturday? I heard they have fresh strawberries this week. george: Oh, I didn't know you were planning to go. What time does it open? I'm free in the morning, but I have to work at 2 o'clock. alice: It opens at 9 AM and usually closes around 1 PM. We could go at 10 and still have plenty of time. There's also a new cheese seller this month. I want to try their goat cheese. george: That sounds great! Do you need me to bring anything? Money, bags, or a cooler to keep the food cold? alice: A cooler would be perfect since it's quite warm this week. And bring some cash because not all the sellers accept cards. Also, my friend Lily is coming too. She wants to buy honey for her new recipe. george: Perfect! I'll bring my big blue cooler and about £50 in cash. Should I pick you up from your house at 9:45? alice: Yes, that works perfectly. See you Saturday morning!

Reading

The farmers' market in the city centre opens every Saturday morning at 8 a.m. Local farmers and food producers come to sell fresh vegetables, fruit, bread, cheese, and honey. Many people prefer to shop here because the food is fresher and cheaper than in supermarkets. You can also talk to the farmers and learn about where your food comes from. The market closes at 1 p.m. There is usually free parking for customers on Market Street, behind the main hall. Last month, they started selling hot coffee and breakfast items, so families often arrive early to enjoy a meal together. Dogs are welcome, but they must be on a lead. It is a nice place to visit and support local businesses.

1. What time does the farmers' market open on Saturday?

A) 7 a.m. B) 8 a.m. C) 9 a.m. D) 10 a.m.

2. Why do many people prefer to shop at the farmers' market?

A) It is near their home B) The food is fresher and cheaper C) They like the music there D) The staff are friendly

3. Where can customers park their cars?

A) On Market Street B) In the main hall C) Behind the main hall D) In a nearby supermarket

4. What new items did the market start selling last month?

A) Cheese and honey B) Fresh vegetables C) Hot coffee and breakfast items D) Dog food

5. What rule applies to dogs at the market?

A) Dogs are not allowed B) They must be on a lead C) They must wear a collar D) They can be left alone

Real-life notices

Read each notice. Which sentence (A, B or C) is closest in meaning?

LAST ADMISSION 30 MINUTES BEFORE CLOSING

A) You can enter at any time, even after closing. B) You must arrive at least half an hour before closing time to get in. C) The building closes thirty minutes after it opens.

BUY ONE, GET ONE FREE — TODAY ONLY

A) If you buy one item today, you get a second one free. B) Everything is free today. C) You must buy two items to get a discount tomorrow.

NO PHOTOGRAPHY IN THE MUSEUM

A) You can take pictures anywhere in the museum. B) Taking photos is not allowed inside the museum. C) You need to pay extra to take photos.

SALE ENDS SUNDAY

A) The sale prices are only available until Sunday. B) The sale starts on Sunday. C) The shop is closed until Sunday.

STUDENTS: SHOW YOUR CARD FOR A DISCOUNT

A) Anyone can get the discount, no card needed. B) Students need to show their card to pay less. C) Only teachers get a discount here.

Use of English

Last weekend, I visited the market with my mother. We wanted to buy ___1___ vegetables for dinner. The farmers were very friendly and ___2___ us about different types of tomatoes. My mother bought some fresh bread ___3___ a baker who had a stall near the entrance. The prices were very ___4___ compared to the supermarket. We also bought some local honey ___5___ coffee. While we were shopping, my dog sat ___6___ me. He was a good boy and didn't cause ___7___ problems. We finished shopping at noon and went to the café ___8___ a light lunch before going home.

1. Gap 1: Which word completes the sentence?

A) some B) any C) many D) much

2. Gap 2: Which word completes the sentence?

A) told B) said C) talked D) spoke

3. Gap 3: Which word completes the sentence?

A) from B) at C) on D) in

4. Gap 4: Which word completes the sentence?

A) high B) low C) good D) bad

5. Gap 5: Which word completes the sentence?

A) and B) or C) but D) so

6. Gap 6: Which word completes the sentence?

A) next to B) beside C) near to D) with

7. Gap 7: Which word completes the sentence?

A) some B) any C) no D) many

8. Gap 8: Which word completes the sentence?

A) for B) at C) in D) on

Writing

Write a short email to a friend (about 80-100 words) describing a visit to a local market or shop. Say what you bought, what you liked about it, and whether you will go back there. Use past simple tense.