Reading

Level B1

Part 1 - Signs & Notices

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For questions 1-5, choose the answer which best captures the meaning of the sign.

Obligation

Members must scan their card at the entrance. No entry is permitted without a valid membership card.

What does this sign suggest?

Obligation

Please wipe down all machines after use. Cleaning spray and paper towels are provided next to the water fountain.

What does the text say?

Prohibition

For safety, you must wear clean indoor trainers. Outdoor shoes aren’t allowed in the workout areas.

What does this sign suggest?

Restriction

Lockers are for day use only. You must remove your belongings before the centre closes each evening.

What does the notice mean?

Advice

Classes start on time. Members should arrive 5 minutes early; late arrivals may not be allowed to join.

What does this sign suggest?

What to do

This part of the reading test consists of five images with messages. Each image has 3 possible answer options. What does the notice say?

Read the notices and messages first. Don’t look at the choices until you understand the texts.

Compare each option with the text before choosing your answer. Remember that the wrong, answers might seem to be correct at first, so it is important to read the chosen option again to check that the meanings match.

Strategy

  1. Read the text and decide what situation it could appear in.
  2. Look at the images, the design often suggests the correct answer.
  3. Read the three options.
  4. Compare each option with the text before choosing an answer.
  5. Read the chosen option again to be sure it is a right answer.

Instructions

For questions 1-5, choose the answer which best captures the meaning of the sign.

Exercise Details

Author

Nhung Duong

@nhung-duong

User Prompt

"Create an exercise giving obligations and restrictions to members at a fitness centre."

Tone: Standard
Level: B1

Created on:

Jun 25, 2026

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