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Read the advertisement for Camp Belmont and answer the questions below, Put a cross (BQ) in
the box next to the correct answer, as in the example.
‘Camp Belmont is one of the oldest day camps in the UK. It was founded 25 years ago by
British couple Michael and Margaret Martins. Michael and Margaret had been employed in
the USA and thought the idea would work well in the UK too. Within 5 years of opening,
Camp Belmont was operating on 10 sites in the London area. This has risen t0 16,
Day camps are organized throughout the summer and are open to children and teenagers
between 5 and 16. The day campers are placed in groups with others of the same age. The
camps are hosted at schools and colleges which would normally be closed in the summer.
This allows Camp Belmont to have its day camps on sites that have excellent grounds and
facilities, particularly those for sport,
Young people can feel bored in the long summer holidays, especially if parents are working.
By attending day camp, they can have fun-filled days in a safe environment and, unlike
other summer camps, return home safely in the evening.
Campers usually arrive at about 8.30 am and spend the day doing a range of activities
(usually up to 6) ~ sporting, artistic and adventurous. A special advantage for mum and dad
is that pick-up is around 4,30 pm, so times are more or less the same as in a standard school
day. Camp is based on a weekly programme, but it is possible to have 3 day programmes
and even single day ‘taster programmes’ to see if young people like the experience.
All the sites have sports halls and indoor swimming pools, if it’s too wet or cold for the
organized outdoor activit have their own directors who plan everything and
are well-qualified and experienced staff. All camps are regularly inspected. Check out our
wehsite for full details.
Example: What do we learn about Camp Belmont?
[A I's the oldest day camp in the United Kingdom.
BB It’sbeen operating for a quarter of a century.
1 C It’s operated by a company based in the U.S.A.
27. How long did it take for Camp Belmont to acquire ten sites?
DA Lessthan 5 years
EC more than 25 years
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28. Why is it easy for the company to find host sites?
EA. There are many schools in the London area,
(B-Schools aren’t usually open in the summer. 28
[1 C Excellent sporting facilities are available.
29. What’s the main difference between Belmont Camp and other camps?
© A_ There are more facilities.
(J B_ Day camp is much safer. 29
EC You don’t stay overnight.
30. Why do parents particularly like day camp?
11 A. The hours are similar to those of school.
[1 B_ The children can do 6 different activities. 30
1 C “Taster Programmes’ are always on offer.
31. What sometimes changes a day camp programme?
A acamp inspection
© B_ the weather 31
[1 C the director's plans
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Read the report below and answer the questions.
Weston Wins Again!
For the third year running, Weston College has won the annual Williams Trophy Cup. The
silver cup was given by Peter Williams when he retired as Head of Physical Education at
Weston College after ten years of service. Before this, however, he spent five years teaching
sport at Minett Academy. The two colleges, only two kilometers apart, have traditionally
been sports rivals. With this in mind, Mr Williams decided to celebrate his career with an
annual football match. This year Weston won 3-2 in a closely-fough: game. Sadly, Mr
Williams was unable to present the Cup in person, as he was unwell
Example: How often
the Williams Cup Match played?
every year / annually
32. What is the trophy made of?
33. Which college did Mr Williams first work at?
34, How close are the two colleges to each other?
35. What prevented Mr Williams from attending this year’s match?
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