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B1 Preliminary (PET) Practice Paper 3

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Listening

Listen first, then answer. B1 Preliminary Listening Practice - Office Coffee Machine

1. When was the new coffee machine installed in the break room?

A) Last Monday B) Last Tuesday C) Last Wednesday D) This morning

2. Which of the following drinks can the machine NOT make?

A) Espresso B) Tea C) Cappuccino D) Juice

3. How long does it take the machine to make a cup of coffee?

A) About ten seconds B) About thirty seconds C) About one minute D) About two minutes

4. Who did George see using the machine?

A) Only Sarah from marketing B) Sarah from marketing and James this morning C) Alice and the manager D) Everyone in the office

5. How long is the company paying for the coffee machine?

A) For one week B) For two weeks C) For one month D) For the rest of the year

Show transcript

george: Hi Alice, have you used the new coffee machine in the break room yet? I tried it this morning and it was actually pretty good. alice: Oh, I haven't seen it! When did they install it? I've been making instant coffee at my desk for months because the old machine was broken. george: They brought it in last Tuesday, I think. It's the automatic kind - you just press a button and it makes the coffee in about thirty seconds. They've left instructions on the wall, so it's easy to use. alice: That sounds amazing! Does it make other drinks too? I usually have a cappuccino in the morning, but sometimes I just want tea in the afternoon. george: Yes, it does! It can make cappuccino, espresso, latte, and regular coffee. There's also a hot water button for tea. Oh, and the best part - it's free. The company is paying for everything for the first month. alice: Really? That's brilliant! I'm definitely going to try it tomorrow. Has anyone else been using it, or are you the first? george: A few people have used it. I saw Sarah from marketing getting a latte yesterday, and I think James had a cappuccino this morning. Most people seem to like it so far, although someone left it messy yesterday. There's a note asking everyone to clean up after themselves. alice: Of course! I'll be careful. Thanks for telling me about it, George. I can't wait to stop drinking that terrible instant coffee!

Reading

Maria works in the marketing department of a tech company. Last month, her team organised a surprise birthday party for their boss, James. Maria spent two weeks planning everything with her colleagues. They decided to hold the party in the office kitchen because it was the largest space available. On the day of the event, Maria arrived early to help set up decorations and prepare the food. She had bought a cake from a local bakery and ordered snacks from a catering company. Most of the staff knew about the party, but they managed to keep it secret from James until the last moment. When James walked into the kitchen at lunchtime, everyone shouted 'Surprise!' and he looked genuinely shocked. He thanked the team for their thoughtfulness and said it was the best birthday celebration he'd had at work. The party lasted about two hours, and afterwards, Maria felt proud that she had helped make the day special for her manager. She believes that organising team events strengthens workplace relationships and improves company morale.

1. What department does Maria work in?

A) Human Resources B) Marketing C) Finance D) Operations

2. How long did Maria spend planning the party?

A) One week B) Two weeks C) One month D) Three weeks

3. Why did they choose the kitchen for the party?

A) It had better ventilation B) It was the largest space available C) It was closest to James's office D) It had a better view

4. Where did Maria buy the birthday cake?

A) From the company café B) From a local bakery C) She made it herself D) From a supermarket

5. What does Maria think organising team events does?

A) Wastes company time B) Strengthens workplace relationships and improves morale C) Should only happen for senior staff D) Is not worth the effort

Real-life notices

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

REDUCED TO CLEAR — LAST FEW DAYS

A) These items will soon be more expensive. B) These items are cheaper because the shop wants to sell the last ones. C) These items have just arrived in the shop.

DO NOT FEED THE ANIMALS

A) Visitors should not give food to the animals. B) The animals have already eaten. C) Only staff can see the animals.

BATTERY LOW — PLEASE CHARGE SOON

A) The battery is completely full. B) The device needs charging before long. C) The device does not need a battery.

PLEASE WAIT TO BE SEATED

A) Find your own table. B) A member of staff will show you where to sit. C) There are no free tables today.

FREE WIFI FOR CUSTOMERS

A) You must pay to use the internet here. B) Anyone who buys something can use the internet free. C) There is no internet access here.

Use of English

Working from home has become more common in recent years. Many employees now ___1___ the flexibility to work from their own home office. However, this arrangement ___2___ both advantages and disadvantages. One benefit is that workers can save time ___3___ they don't have to commute. They also have a quieter environment ___4___ concentrate on difficult tasks. On the other hand, some people find it difficult to separate work and personal life ___5___ they live in the same space. Additionally, remote workers might miss face-to-face interactions with their colleagues. Companies are now looking for ways to ___6___ this challenge. Many firms organise regular video meetings and occasional office days so employees can meet in person. This approach ___7___ helpful for maintaining team connection. Overall, the future of work will probably ___8___ a mix of remote and office-based arrangements.

1. Gap 1: Which verb completes this sentence?

A) benefit B) enjoy C) deserve D) request

2. Gap 2: Which verb is correct here?

A) brings B) has C) provides D) takes

3. Gap 3: Which connector is needed?

A) because B) although C) therefore D) however

4. Gap 4: Which preposition completes this phrase?

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

5. Gap 5: Which connector fits here?

A) when B) unless C) while D) if

6. Gap 6: Which verb form is correct?

A) solve B) solving C) to solve D) solved

7. Gap 7: Which verb is needed?

A) has been B) is C) seems D) proves

8. Gap 8: Which verb completes this sentence?

A) be B) become C) seem D) appear

Writing

Your company is planning a team-building day next month. Your manager has asked you to write a short email (120–150 words) suggesting an activity for the team. Explain what activity you would suggest, where it would take place, and why you think it would be good for the team.

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