B2 First Reading Part 7 is at an upper intermediate level of English about teenage summer camps which focuses on reading for detail and understanding the main idea.
B2 First Reading Part 7 (Teenage Summer Camps)
This text for the B2 First Reading Part 7 describes four teenagers who went on different summer camps. Read about the teenger’s experience below, then answer the following questions.
We helped on a nature reserve for a week. We did different things every day, but I did get a bit fed up because we had cheese sandwiches every lunchtime. I kept quiet about it though because I didn’t want to seem awkward. I was hungry by twelve every day anyway, and it really was good fun, although we worked incredibly hard. One day, the schedule was changed at the last minute, and instead of our planned activity, we all helped the staff finish cutting the reeds by the lake. That was the toughest day – and also the best. They actually needed our help, we weren’t just being kept occupied. Every day, we took it in turns to cook, in teams of five. When it was our team’s turn, we made a simple dinner of pasta and salad for everyone. Judging by the fact that there was none left, we didn’t do too badly.
Every morning we had the same breakfast, and then cleaned up the camp. Nobody could opt out and it was only when it was all completely tidy that we could head off for the day. The first time we went into the city, we were split into teams and given lists of things to spot, like statues, squares and other landmarks. With some help from the local residents, it wasn’t too demanding – my team found almost all of the items on our list and came second. We also got to know our way around, so I thought it was a clever idea. I’d been worried I might miss my parents, but there was something going on nearly every minute and I hardly got time to think about them. We went to different museums and galleries in and around the city every day, and in the evenings we cooked or went out for pizzas. It was a great chance to learn about another country and its history.
We stayed with families who had kids our own age, and because they were on a mid-term break they came with us on all the trips. So apart from when we were actually in a language class, we were spending time with our new friends. It was a great way to practise the language we had been working on in the classroom. We also had to do a quiz on the last day – we were put into teams and given clues to help us find places around the town. Our team finished early, so we waited for everyone else in a café in the main square. While we were there, a film crew arrived and started filming! I can’t wait to see it when it comes out – we were sitting outside, so we might even be in it!
We stayed in a youth centre in the suburbs, and went into the centre of town by bus every day. It was a good way to see a bit of the city, and it didn’t take long to get to the theatre where we had our classes. I loved the atmosphere in the old building, and we could wander around during our breaks and watch rehearsals. The actors we saw were brilliant, and it was inspiring to watch them before we went back into our own classes. The emphasis was definitely on having fun, but we still learned a great deal and I’m looking forward to putting it all into practice at my school drama club next term! The food at the centre could have been better, but I don’t think anyone minded much.
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B2 First Use of English and Reading Section
You need to be able to understand a range of texts, including how they are organised and the opinions and attitudes expressed in them such as this B2 First Reading Part 7 exercise. The texts will be from sources familiar to you such as magazines, articles, fiction and advertisements, but targeted at the interests of students. Students’ use of English will be tested by tasks which show how well they can control their grammar and vocabulary.
- Use of English Part 1
- Use of English Part 2
- Use of English Part 3
- Use of English Part 4
- Reading Part 5
- Reading Part 6
- Reading Part 7
For this part, you practice vocabulary by using words with similar meanings, collocations, linking phrases, phrasal verbs, etc.
For this part, you practice grammar and vocabulary.
For this part, you practice vocabulary word-building by changing different words using a base word.
For this part, you have to express a message in different ways showing flexibility and resource in the use of language.
- B2 First Use of English Part 4
- B2 Key Word Transformation 1
- B2 Key Word Transformation 10
- B2 Key Word Transformation 2
- B2 Key Word Transformation 3
- B2 Key Word Transformation 4
- B2 Key Word Transformation 5
- B2 Key Word Transformation 6
- B2 Key Word Transformation 7
- B2 Key Word Transformation 8
- B2 Key Word Transformation 9
For this part, you practice how to understand the details of a text, including opinions and attitudes.
For this part, you practice how to understand the structure and follow the development of a text.
For this part, you practice how to find specific information in a text or texts.
B2 First Writing Section
B2 First Listening and Speaking Section
- Speaking Part 1
- Speaking Part 2
- Speaking Part 3
- Speaking Part 4
- Listening Part 1
- Listening Part 2
- Listening Part 3
- Listening Part 4
In this part you talk to the examiner about yourself and your life, e.g. your name, school, interests and future plans.
In this part, you talk about two photos on your own which you have to compare for about 1 minute. After you have finished, your partner will be asked a short question about your photo. When your partner has spoken about their photos for about 1 minute, you will be asked a question about their photos.
In this part you express ideas with your partner by looking at a discussion point that the examiner gives you.
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In this part, you focus on general aspects of a topic with the examiner or you may involve your partner.
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In this part, you will hear people talking in eight different situations.
In this part, you will hear someone being interviewed.
In this part, you will hear five people talking about different things.
In this part, you will hear an interview.
Customs and Traditions explores how we celebrate our cultural identity across the globe. Entertainment and Leisure explores how we spent our free time. Environment and Nature explores the way humans and animals live, adapt and change on our planet. Exploring how different societies create roles for people to develop their skills and knowledge. Exploring how we learn and adjust to the world around us. . Exploring how we experience the world through our life journeys
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- Fame Crossword
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- Films Crossword
- Fitness Crossword
- Information Technology Crossword
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- Lifestyles Crossword
- Medicine and Health Crossword
- Natural Environment Crossword
- Places and Buildings Crossword
- Synonyms Crossword
- Travel Crossword
- Work Crossword
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- Airport Word Search
- Art Word Search
- Beliefs and Ideas Word Search
- Celebrations Word Search
- Conservation Word Search
- Crime and Law Wordsearch
- Education Word Search
- Feelings Word Search
- Films Word Search
- Food Production Word Search
- Habitat Word Search
- Health Word Search
- Information Technology Word Search
- Places and Buildings
- Pollution Word Search
- Shopping Word Search
- Speed and Movement Word Search
- Superfoods Word Search
- Teaching Word Search
- Work Word Search
- World Wildlife Fund Word Search
- Writers Word Search
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