Oxford English test for schools. B2 Reading 1, task 1Version en ligne You are going to read six short texts. For each text, choose the correct option a, b or c. par Bubble Languages 1 1 Read the blog and choose the correct answer (A, B, or C). www.loveforphotos.oup.uk Everyone knows that lighting is important when taking photos, but they don’t always remember to consider the background. In most cases, try to keep it neutral– you don’t want it to distract from the main focus of the image – but bear in mind that if the background itself is interesting, you can always ask any people in the shot to move slightly to the side. In this blog, the write advises photographers to... a always be consistent in their approach. b think about attempting something new. c consider what they are trying to achieve. 2 2 Read the text message and choose the correct answer (A, B, or C). Andrea – sorry to hear about your driving theory test. I remember finding it tricky, too, mainly because everyone had told me that it wasn’t worth worrying about at all. They said I’d be able to guess the right answers but that really wasn’t the case! The second time, I bought a book with the questions in so I could practise, and that was a massive help. I’d recommend it. Eliana a found it a stressful experience. b didn't know how to prepare. c received some bad advice. 3 3 Read the email and choose the correct answer (A, B, or C). The head teacher is writing to parents to ... a ask them to contribute financially to charity organizations. b explain the steps they need to take to participate in an activity. c inform them how much it costs for their child to attend an event. 4 4 Read the review and choose the correct answer (A, B, or C). What does the writer think of the app? a He is unconvinced that it offers good value for money. b He is frustrated that it is o similar to existing apps. c He is disappointed that it is less impressive than suggested in adverts. 5 5 Read the sign and choose the correct answer (A, B, or C). The main purpose of this sign is to ... a ask students to follow some new rules. b remind students to limit their computer usage. c promote a number of online safety measures. 6 6 Read the note and choose the correct answer (A, B, or C). Dear guests, We’re delighted to have you in our flat. In the folder on the kitchen table, you’ll find essential information about the apartment, as well as leaflets giving details of places to visit in town. I’ll pop in soon to check if everything’s OK, but please email me with any questions you have (the Wi-Fi password is AnaClara1973, by the way). All the best, Ana Clara What is the main purpose of the note? a to welcome the guests to their accommodation. b to explain to the guests how to contact the owners. c to inform the guests about how they can access the internet.