TEST 6 PAPER 1: READING Part 3 FCE PRACTICE TESTS (with key)

 

FCE PRACTICE TESTS (with key) TEST 6 PAPER 1: READING Part 3 (QUESTIONS 16-30)

 

You are going to read about 5 hotels. For questions 16-30 choose from the hotels (A-E). The hotels may be chosen more than once. When more than one answer is required they may be given in any order. Mark your answers on the separate answer sheet. Which hotel or hotels: is in the centre of a big city?       16   offers guests the chance to do water sports?       17   is best for people interested in nature and outdoor activities?       18   can cater for a very large number of people?       19   is suitable for families with young children?       20   make an effort to be environmentally friendly? 21     22   would be good for a relaxing and quiet holiday?       23   would suit someone who is interested in keeping fit?       24   does not have somewhere you can eat dinner?       25   makes a request about how their guests should behave?       26   can help guests plan trips to the surrounding area? 27     28   offer free transport for guests? 29     30     A Palm Beach Resort At Palm Beach you will find everything you need for a perfect holiday. Our hotel offers visitors complete peace and quiet away from the crowds and noise of the city; we have our own private beach where you will always find plenty of space to relax and enjoy the spectacular scenery, white sand and perfectly clear blue sea. For those who want to do more than lie in the sun we have our own team of diving instructors who can teach you how to scuba-dive and take you to the nearby reefs to see the amazing marine life. Wind-surfing, waterskiing and jet skis are also available. In the evenings there are 3 high quality restaurants to choose from all inside the hotel complex. All of our 300 luxury rooms have their own balcony with stunning views out to sea. Our reception staff will be happy to help you organise any excursions around the island. B Forest Lodge Forest Lodge is the ideal place to stay after a day of walking in the hills. The hotel is situated in a secluded area on the edge of the forest inside the national park. There is wildlife right on our doorstop and it is possible to see a number of rare birds and plants. The hotel has 240 large rooms on three stories, all with en-suite facilities and a large restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Our aim is to provide you with a place to enjoy the natural beauty of the area. We are also very conscious of the need to protect the wildlife in the area and try to keep our impact on the environment to a minimum. We hope our visitors will help us with this by not leaving any litter in the forest area and recycling waste where possible. As evidence of our commitment to protecting the environment and in order to welcome guests without cars we will be happy to pick up any guests arriving by train from the nearest station free of C The Tower Hotel This ultra-modern hotel is located within easy walking distance of all the main sights and just 5 minutes from the central station. It is the ideal location for anyone looking for a place to rest in total comfort after a busy day shopping and sightseeing in this amazing city. The hotel was completely renovated last year and is now equipped with the most up-to-date technology and appliances. The Tower Hotel has 45 rooms all with en-suite bathrooms, underfloor heating, flat screen TV, wifi internet access and mini bar. Over 70 per cent of the hotel’s energy needs are provided by the solar panels on the roof making the Tower Hotel one of the greenest in the city. We are very proud to be contributing to the city’s sustainable development programme. Room service is available 24 hours a day and we offer breakfast in the Terrace bar overlooking the river. It is also possible to book theatre tickets, boat trips and city bus tours with our reception staff at a discounted price. D Parkside Hotel As the name suggests the Parkside Hotel is located right next to the city’s largest park, to the west of the city away from all the noise and crowds of the downtown area but still close enough that if you want to go to the theatre or spend a day shopping you can get there easily by public transport or taxi. The hotel has its own garden and from the roof terrace you can enjoy beautiful views of the city, the park and the mountains to the north. There is a large and fully equipped gym, swimming pool, sauna and spa so this is the perfect place to feel good and stay in shape. With its large dining room, which can seat over 400 people this hotel is also the perfect place to celebrate your wedding or any other large party. The Parkside Hotel is also the ideal location to hold a business conference; we have 2 large conference rooms with all the latest technologies and experienced staff on hand to provide any additional support you may need. E Bluewater Bay Resort This is an all inclusive resort which welcomes guests of all ages. From the moment you arrive at the airport all your needs are taken care of by our very efficient and friendly team of staff. There is a complimentary bus service to and from the airport which takes only 20 minutes. There are four restaurants serving food all day and a poolside bar which is open for lunch and evening drinks. All food and drinks are included so you won’t need to worry about carrying money around with you. There are three swimming pools, including one exclusively for our younger guests with slides and inflatable toys. In the afternoons there are a variety of kids’ activities in the pool area so parents can relax and have some time to themselves. In the evenings we also have a babysitting service. Most evenings there is entertainment in the main restaurant after 10 pm and the rock and sand disco is open until 3 am every night. For those who want to be active during the day we have tennis courts and a golf course. We believe we have something for everyone, all in the same place.

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