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

Library entry is free, but you must show a photo ID at reception before using the reading rooms.

What does this notice say?

Restriction

Visitors may use computers for 30 minutes only. After that, you have to book another time slot.

What does this sign suggest?

Prohibition

Quiet zone: phones must be on silent. Calls are not permitted anywhere on this floor.

What does this notice say?

Restriction

Children under 14 are allowed in the library only with an adult. Staff may ask for proof of age.

What does the sign suggest?

Prohibition

Large bags must be left in the lockers. You can take only a small backpack into the library.

What does this notice say?

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

Had H

@had-h

User Prompt

"Create an exercise explaining the entry requirements and restrictions at a public library."

Tone: Standard
Level: B1

Created on:

Feb 26, 2026

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