Functional Skills English Sample Entry Level 3 Weather Reading Assessment Task Sheet

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1 Learner name Learner registration number Learner signature Centre Assessment date You may use a dictionary. Use blue or black ink. There are 3 tasks in this assessment. Total marks available: 18 You should try to answer ALL the questions You must pass all the tasks to pass the assessment You have 45 minutes to finish the assessment. E3 WEATHER R v4 Page 1 of 12

2 Task One You want to book a holiday. You cannot decide whether to choose a holiday in the summer or winter. You decide to look online to find advantages and disadvantages of summer and winter holidays. You see the following article. Read it and answer the questions that follow. E3 WEATHER R v4 Page 2 of 12

3 Hot Holidays vs Cold Holidays Which holiday is ideal for you? This article sums up the positives and negatives for hot and cold holidays. HOT HOLIDAYS ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES Advantage RELAXING! Warm sunshine can be relaxing and feel nice. Spain, Turkey and Greece are the three most popular countries for U.K summer holiday makers to visit. Disadvantage BUSY! Holiday locations can become very busy and overcrowded especially during the summer holiday season which is from May through to October. Advantage MAKE NEW FRIENDS! Summer holidays are great for making new friends. Disadvantage TOO HOT! Some countries can become too hot. You could get sun burn, heat stroke, too sweaty and struggle to sleep at night. A good tip is to make sure, when booking a room at a hotel, that it has air conditioning or at least a fan to blow cool air on you. COOL WINTER HOLIDAYS ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES Advantage FUN! Winter holidays can be great fun and enjoyable. Who doesn t enjoy playing in the snow? Skiing, snowboarding and sledging are just a few winter sports that you could enjoy on a winter break. Disadvantage COLD! This goes without saying really. A winter break in the snow and ice is going to be cold. Before travelling make sure you pack plenty of warm clothing such as hats, scarves, gloves, thick jumpers etc. Advantage THE VIEWS! Some of the views you see on a winter break are quite breathtaking. The snow and ice can turn a simple few trees into something you would expect in a fairytale. Popular winter destinations are France, Switzerland and Canada. Disadvantage EXPENSIVE! Because most winter holidays involve winter sports such as skiing, it is important to have the right equipment which is not cheap. Also, you will need your cabin or hotel room warm, the price will be more expensive as you will have the cost of heating the rooms. E3 WEATHER R v4 Page 3 of 12

4 Now answer these questions: 1. List two popular countries for summer holidaymakers. i. ii. (2 marks) 2. Name two things that could happen to you if you became too hot. a. b. (2 marks) 3. Name two activities you could do on a winter holiday. a. b. (2 marks) E3 WEATHER R v4 Page 4 of 12

5 4. Give one reason why winter holidays can be quite expensive. 5. Give another word for destinations. E3 WEATHER R v4 Page 5 of 12

6 Task Two You decide to go on a winter holiday with your friends. You will go skiing in Switzerland. You do not have any skiing equipment or winter clothing. There is a winter clothing shop in your local town. You go there and look at the special offers poster in the window. Read it and answer the questions that follow. E3 WEATHER R v4 Page 6 of 12

7 BOB S WINTER WONDERLAND Huge collection of winter clothing and equipment. Visit us between 9am and 12 noon and get 25% off your order! % Spend 20 and get a snowboard for HALF PRICE! Snow shovels 5 Skis from as little as 99 Buy a pair of gloves and get a scarf FREE! OPENING TIMES: Mon - Fri 9am 6pm Saturday 10am 4pm Closed Sundays. E3 WEATHER R v4 Page 7 of 12

8 Now answer these questions: 1. Why is it a good idea to visit the shop at 9am? 2. Can you buy yourself a snow shovel on a Sunday? How do you know? 3. You want to get a snow board for half price. What must you do? E3 WEATHER R v4 Page 8 of 12

9 4. It has been snowing at home. What could you buy to clear the snow? Give a reason for your choice E3 WEATHER R v4 Page 9 of 12

10 Task Three You are nearly ready for your winter holiday. You just have to buy a few last minute things to help make your holiday enjoyable. You look in your local paper in the For Sale and Wanted sections. Read the advertisements and answer the questions that follow. For sale. For sale. Large suitcase. Perfect for long holidays. Great condition, hardly used. 20 Call Sarah on A. FOR SALE. Summer swimming shorts. Great for swimming in the sea. Never been worn 5 ONLY Call B. Hat, gloves and scarf Perfect for keeping warm Brand new Just 10 Call Jim on C. For sale. Summer holiday games set WANTED! Great for keeping your children entertained whilst they play on a warm sandy beach. Low price of just 4.99 Call Amy on D. Large suitcase Must be in good condition If you know of one for sale then please call John on: E. E3 WEATHER R v4 Page 10 of 12

11 Now answer these questions: 1. Which advert would be best for your winter holiday? Circle the correct answer. Advert A Advert B Advert C Advert D Advert E Give a reason for your choice (2 marks) 2. You have five pounds to spend. You want to buy the hat, gloves and scarf. Can you buy them? Yes/No? How do you know? 3. Why might you be interested in Advert A? E3 WEATHER R v4 Page 11 of 12

12 4. Which advert would be best for a family with children? Why do you think this? (2 marks) END OF ASSESSMENT. E3 WEATHER R v4 Page 12 of 12