Reading Test 8 form II term

Read the text "Sweet Talk". For each paragraph (1-3), choose the correct heading (A-D). One heading is extra.     

 A  Getting started  B  The Characters C  Secret Stars D  Celebrity Voices

Some actors play a character without doing any stunts or even standing in front of a camera. They are voice actors and what they say is all that counts.

1 Voice actors and actresses provide the speaking role for characters in cartoons, animated films, commercials and video games. With no cameras, these actors use their voice to show how their character is feeling. In fact, many celebrities, like Liam Neeson, Angelina Jolie and Elijah Wood, choose voice acting roles, so that they can concentrate on the way they say their lines.

2 But who can become a voice actor? Voice actors range from celebrities to internet video bloggers. The best way to become a voice actor or actress is to practice speaking clearly, try out for auditions to gain experience and perform in voluntary voice acting work on Youtube. Over time an actor's voice can become well-known resulting in more jobs.

3 Unlike many celebrities, even the most famous voice actors find it much easier to enjoy their privacy since few people know what they look like. A lot of voice actors gain popularity through appearing at special events like Film and Television conventions where they can meet fans and answer questions about the shows they work on. In fact, often voice actors are not recognised until they speak! 

Read the text "Sweet Talk". For each paragraph (1-3), choose the correct heading (A-D). One heading is extra.     

 A  Getting started  B  The Characters C  Secret Stars D  Celebrity Voices

Some actors play a character without doing any stunts or even standing in front of a camera. They are voice actors and what they say is all that counts.

1 Voice actors and actresses provide the speaking role for characters in cartoons, animated films, commercials and video games. With no cameras, these actors use their voice to show how their character is feeling. In fact, many celebrities, like Liam Neeson, Angelina Jolie and Elijah Wood, choose voice acting roles, so that they can concentrate on the way they say their lines.

2 But who can become a voice actor? Voice actors range from celebrities to internet video bloggers. The best way to become a voice actor or actress is to practice speaking clearly, try out for auditions to gain experience and perform in voluntary voice acting work on Youtube. Over time an actor's voice can become well-known resulting in more jobs.

3 Unlike many celebrities, even the most famous voice actors find it much easier to enjoy their privacy since few people know what they look like. A lot of voice actors gain popularity through appearing at special events like Film and Television conventions where they can meet fans and answer questions about the shows they work on. In fact, often voice actors are not recognised until they speak! 

Read the text " Sweet Talk". For each paragraph (1-3), choose the correct heading (A-D). One heading is extra. 

 A  Getting started  B  The Characters C  Secret Stars  D  Celebrity Voices

Some actors play a character without doing any stunts or even standing in front of a camera. They are voice actors and what they say is all that counts.

1 Voice actors and actresses provide the speaking role for characters in cartoons, animated films, commercials and video games. With no cameras, these actors use their voice to show how their character is feeling. In fact, many celebrities, like Liam Neeson, Angelina Jolie and Elijah Wood, choose voice acting roles, so that they can concentrate on the way they say their lines.

2 But who can become a voice actor? Voice actors range from celebrities to internet video bloggers. The best way to become a voice actor or actress is to practice speaking clearly, try out for auditions to gain experience and perform in voluntary voice acting work on Youtube. Over time an actor's voice can become well-known resulting in more jobs.

3 Unlike many celebrities, even the most famous voice actors find it much easier to enjoy their privacy since few people know what they look like. A lot of voice actors gain popularity through appearing at special events like Film and Television conventions where they can meet fans and answer questions about the shows they work on. In fact, often voice actors are not recognised until they speak! 

Read the diary entries "A wave of panic" and choose the right answer.

June 14^th We arrived in Bali, Indonesia early in the morning. As soon as we got to our hotel, we quickly unpacked before heading straight for the beach to do what we came here to do … surf! Bali’s beaches are incredible. The water is blue, clear and warm while the sand is soft, white and clean. I was floating on my board, waiting for the next wave when I noticed a sudden change in my surroundings. The water turned rough and the sky was dark and cloudy. People were calling to us with panic in their voices. I quickly paddled back to the shore where another tourist told me that a tsunami was on its way! We followed the locals to the top of a big hill where we watched huge waves crash past the beach and into the town’s streets. Bicycles and street stalls were floating in the water. It was a terrifying sight!

June 16^th It’s 48 hours since the tsunami hit. We evacuated the area and spent the night in a rescue shelter with all the town’s residents. Thankfully, everyone survived the tsunami. I phoned home to let my family know I was safe as soon as I could. It was such a relief to hear their voices! We decided to use our remaining days in Bali to help clean up the area. Of course, the tsunami caused lots of damage to many buildings and there was mess everywhere. Experiencing a tsunami was very scary but it made me realise how important it is to support victims of natural disasters. I want to raise money for the Balinese people when I return home next week.  

When they arrived in Bali, the writer was looking forward to

Read the diary entries "A wave of panic" and choose the right answer.

June 14th We arrived in Bali, Indonesia early in the morning. As soon as we got to our hotel, we quickly unpacked before heading straight for the beach to do what we came here to do … surf! Bali’s beaches are incredible. The water is blue, clear and warm while the sand is soft, white and clean. I was floating on my board, waiting for the next wave when I noticed a sudden change in my surroundings. The water turned rough and the sky was dark and cloudy. People were calling to us with panic in their voices. I quickly paddled back to the shore where another tourist told me that a tsunami was on its way! We followed the locals to the top of a big hill where we watched huge waves crash past the beach and into the town’s streets. Bicycles and street stalls were floating in the water. It was a terrifying sight!

June 16th It’s 48 hours since the tsunami hit. We evacuated the area and spent the night in a rescue shelter with all the town’s residents. Thankfully, everyone survived the tsunami. I phoned home to let my family know I was safe as soon as I could. It was such a relief to hear their voices! We decided to use our remaining days in Bali to help clean up the area. Of course, the tsunami caused lots of damage to many buildings and there was mess everywhere. Experiencing a tsunami was very scary but it made me realise how important it is to support victims of natural disasters. I want to raise money for the Balinese people when I return home next week.  

The writer realised something was seriously wrong when

Read the diary entries "A wave of panic" and choose the right answer.

June 14th We arrived in Bali, Indonesia early in the morning. As soon as we got to our hotel, we quickly unpacked before heading straight for the beach to do what we came here to do … surf! Bali’s beaches are incredible. The water is blue, clear and warm while the sand is soft, white and clean. I was floating on my board, waiting for the next wave when I noticed a sudden change in my surroundings. The water turned rough and the sky was dark and cloudy. People were calling to us with panic in their voices. I quickly paddled back to the shore where another tourist told me that a tsunami was on its way! We followed the locals to the top of a big hill where we watched huge waves crash past the beach and into the town’s streets. Bicycles and street stalls were floating in the water. It was a terrifying sight!

June 16th It’s 48 hours since the tsunami hit. We evacuated the area and spent the night in a rescue shelter with all the town’s residents. Thankfully, everyone survived the tsunami. I phoned home to let my family know I was safe as soon as I could. It was such a relief to hear their voices! We decided to use our remaining days in Bali to help clean up the area. Of course, the tsunami caused lots of damage to many buildings and there was mess everywhere. Experiencing a tsunami was very scary but it made me realise how important it is to support victims of natural disasters. I want to raise money for the Balinese people when I return home next week.  

The writer spent the rest of their holiday

Read the diary entries "A wave of panic" and choose the right answer.

June 14th We arrived in Bali, Indonesia early in the morning. As soon as we got to our hotel, we quickly unpacked before heading straight for the beach to do what we came here to do … surf! Bali’s beaches are incredible. The water is blue, clear and warm while the sand is soft, white and clean. I was floating on my board, waiting for the next wave when I noticed a sudden change in my surroundings. The water turned rough and the sky was dark and cloudy. People were calling to us with panic in their voices. I quickly paddled back to the shore where another tourist told me that a tsunami was on its way! We followed the locals to the top of a big hill where we watched huge waves crash past the beach and into the town’s streets. Bicycles and street stalls were floating in the water. It was a terrifying sight!

June 16th It’s 48 hours since the tsunami hit. We evacuated the area and spent the night in a rescue shelter with all the town’s residents. Thankfully, everyone survived the tsunami. I phoned home to let my family know I was safe as soon as I could. It was such a relief to hear their voices! We decided to use our remaining days in Bali to help clean up the area. Of course, the tsunami caused lots of damage to many buildings and there was mess everywhere. Experiencing a tsunami was very scary but it made me realise how important it is to support victims of natural disasters. I want to raise money for the Balinese people when I return home next week.  

The author’s purpose is to

Read the text "A different destination" and complete the gaps (1-4) with the correct sentence.

When most people think of adventure holidays they probably picture hiking to Machu Picchu in Peru or trekking across the Sahara Desert in Morocco. 1_____  But would you ever think of going to Scotland for an adventure? Scotland is a small country but it still has some wild countryside. From the snow covered mountains of the highlands to the rugged beaches of the coastline. There is a lot packed into this little country. 2___ Why not go mountain biking through the highlands and sleep under the stars or try your hand at sailing with your own qualified captain? 3___ The choices are endless and there are trips suitable for all ages and abilities. So, whether you are a thrill seeking individual or you are looking for a holiday with a difference for the family, you should think of Scotland for your destination. 4___ Book now and you could be in for the experience of a lifetime!

Read the text "A different destination" and complete the gaps (1-4) with the correct sentence.

When most people think of adventure holidays they probably picture hiking to Machu Picchu in Peru or trekking across the Sahara Desert in Morocco. 1___ But would you ever think of going to Scotland for an adventure? Scotland is a small country but it still has some wild countryside. From the snow covered mountains of the highlands to the rugged beaches of the coastline. There is a lot packed into this little country. 2_____  Why not go mountain biking through the highlands and sleep under the stars or try your hand at sailing with your own qualified captain? 3___ The choices are endless and there are trips suitable for all ages and abilities. So, whether you are a thrill seeking individual or you are looking for a holiday with a difference for the family, you should think of Scotland for your destination. 4___ Book now and you could be in for the experience of a lifetime!

Read the text "A different destination" and complete the gaps (1-4) with the correct sentence.

When most people think of adventure holidays they probably picture hiking to Machu Picchu in Peru or trekking across the Sahara Desert in Morocco. 1___ But would you ever think of going to Scotland for an adventure? Scotland is a small country but it still has some wild countryside. From the snow covered mountains of the highlands to the rugged beaches of the coastline. There is a lot packed into this little country. 2___  Why not go mountain biking through the highlands and sleep under the stars or try your hand at sailing with your own qualified captain? 3_____ The choices are endless and there are trips suitable for all ages and abilities. So, whether you are a thrill seeking individual or you are looking for a holiday with a difference for the family, you should think of Scotland for your destination. 4___ Book now and you could be in for the experience of a lifetime!

Read the text "A different destination" and complete the gaps (1-4) with the correct sentence.

When most people think of adventure holidays they probably picture hiking to Machu Picchu in Peru or trekking across the Sahara Desert in Morocco. 1___ But would you ever think of going to Scotland for an adventure? Scotland is a small country but it still has some wild countryside. From the snow covered mountains of the highlands to the rugged beaches of the coastline. There is a lot packed into this little country. 2___  Why not go mountain biking through the highlands and sleep under the stars or try your hand at sailing with your own qualified captain? 3___ The choices are endless and there are trips suitable for all ages and abilities. So, whether you are a thrill seeking individual or you are looking for a holiday with a difference for the family, you should think of Scotland for your destination. 4_____ Book now and you could be in for the experience of a lifetime!