Test Reading 7th form I semester 'Family holidays'

Test Reading (7^th form)

Family Holidays

Family holidays are some of the best times in life. They give us a chance to relax, explore new places, and spend quality time together. My family and I have gone on many holidays over the years, and each one has been special in its own way.

One of my favorite holidays was three years ago when we went to Turkey. We stayed at a hotel by the sea, and the weather was perfect every day. My brother and I swam in the pool and played on the beach. My parents have always loved visiting historical places, so we took a trip to see some ancient ruins nearby. It was amazing to learn about the history of that place. In the evenings, we had delicious dinners at the hotel restaurant, and once, my dad even tried a traditional Turkish dance! It was so funny, and we all laughed a lot.

Last summer, we have visited the Carpathian Mountains in Ukraine for the first time. We have always wanted to see them, and it was worth the wait. We went hiking every day, and my dad has taught us how to build a campfire. We stayed in a small wooden house with a beautiful view of the forest. At night, we sat outside, looked at the stars, and talked for hours. It was such a peaceful holiday, and we have never felt so close as a family.

Not all of our holidays have been perfect, though. Two years ago, we tried to go camping near a lake, but it rained almost every day. Our tent got wet, and we had to sleep in the car one night! Even though it was difficult, we have often laughed about it since then. Sometimes, even the bad experiences can become funny memories later.

This year, we haven’t decided where to go yet. My mom has suggested going to Poland because she has heard it’s a beautiful country with many interesting places to visit. My dad has been to Krakow for work, and he says it’s an amazing city. My sister and I have looked at pictures of Poland, and now we really want to see the mountains and castles.

Family holidays are not just about the places we visit. They are about the time we spend together and the memories we make. Over the years, I have learned that it doesn’t matter where we go as long as we are together.

Task 1. Are these statements true or false?

1. The family went to Turkey three years ago.
2. The father tried a traditional Turkish drink during their holiday in Turkey.
3. The family visited the Carpathian Mountains for the first time last summer.
4. They stayed in a modern hotel in the mountains.
5. The family laughed about their rainy camping trip later.
6. Their tent stayed dry during the rainy camping trip.
7. The family has already decided to visit Poland this year.
8. The mother suggested Poland because she heard it’s a beautiful country.
9. The father has visited Krakow for work.
10. The author thinks family holidays are only about traveling to new places.

Task 2. Choose the correct answer:

1. Where did the family stay during their trip to Turkey?
   a) In a small cottage
   b) At a hotel by the sea
   c) In a wooden house
   d) In a tent
2. What activity did the family do near the ancient ruins in Turkey?
   a) Swimming
   b) Hiking
   c) Learning about history
   d) Building a campfire
3. What did the father try during the holiday in Turkey?
   a) Surfing
   b) Turkish dancing
   c) Paragliding
   d) Skiing
4. Where did the family stay in the Carpathian Mountains?
   a) A large hotel
   b) A tent
   c) A small wooden house
   d) A beach resort
5. What did the family do at night in the Carpathians?
   a) Danced by the fire
   b) Looked at the stars and talked
   c) Played games indoors
   d) Watched movies
6. What happened during the camping trip near the lake?
   a) The family had a great time in the sunshine.
   b) The tent got wet from the rain.
   c) They went swimming in the lake every day.
   d) They stayed in a nearby cabin.
7. Why did the family sleep in the car during the camping trip?
   a) They forgot the tent.
   b) The tent was damaged by animals.
   c) It rained heavily and the tent got wet.
   d) They lost their camping equipment.
8. Why does the mother want to visit Poland?
   a) She wants to relax on the beach.
   b) She has heard it’s a beautiful country.
   c) She visited Poland when she was young.
   d) She loves Polish food.
9. What has the father said about Krakow?
   a) It’s too far away.
   b) It’s an amazing city.
   c) It’s not interesting.
   d) It’s very small.
10. What has the author learned about family holidays?
    a) Traveling is the most important part.
    b) The best holidays are in big cities.
    c) It doesn’t matter where they go as long as they are together.
    d) They are only fun in warm weather.