Reading Practice Test 3: Text cohesion

The sentences below give information about someone starting a new job.Put the sentences (B–F) in the right order.

The first sentence (A) is given for you as an example.

A Last Monday was my first day at my new job. (Example)

B I was nervous because I didn’t know anyone there.
C Then my manager showed me around the office.
D First, I arrived early to make a good impression.
E After that, I met my colleagues in the meeting room.
F By the end of the day, I felt much more confident.

The sentences below describe planning a holiday. Put the sentences (B–F) in the right order.

A My family and I decided to spend our summer holiday in Italy. (Example)

B Finally, we packed our suitcases the night before the flight.
C First, we searched online for cheap flights.
D After booking the flights, we looked for a hotel near the beach.
E We also made a list of places we wanted to visit.
F A few weeks later, we bought the plane tickets.

The sentences below are from a book about the Olympic Games.
Put the sentences (B–F) in the right order.

A The Olympic Games began in ancient Greece. (Example)

B Over time, more sports were added to the competition.
C Athletes travelled from different cities to take part.
D The modern Olympic Games started again in 1896.
E At that time, only a few events were included.
F Today, the Games are watched by millions of people around the world.

The sentences below describe joining a cooking course.Put the sentences (B–F) in the right order.

A I recently decided to join a cooking course. (Example)

B At the end of the lesson, we tasted everything we had prepared.
C First, I completed the registration form online.
D On the first day, the teacher explained the basic techniques.
E A few days later, I received a confirmation email.
F Then, we started cooking a simple pasta dish.

The sentences below are from a book about the invention of the internet.
Put the sentences (B–F) in the right order.

A The internet was first developed in the late 20th century. (Example)

B At the beginning, it was mainly used by scientists and universities.
C Later, it became available to the general public.
D This allowed people to communicate more quickly.
E As technology improved, internet connections became faster.
F Today, it is an important part of everyday life.

The sentences below describe a school science project.Put the sentences (B–F) in the right order.

A Our teacher asked us to prepare a science project. (Example)

B First, we chose to study renewable energy.
C Then, we divided the work between the group members.
D After that, we started researching information online.
E Finally, we presented our project to the class.
F We also created a poster with pictures and diagrams.

The sentences below are from a book about traditional Italian food.
Put the sentences (B–F) in the right order.

A Italian cuisine is famous around the world. (Example)

B Many traditional recipes have been passed down through generations.
C These dishes often use fresh and simple ingredients.
D For example, pasta is made from flour and water.
E Over time, different regions developed their own specialities.
F Today, Italian food is enjoyed in almost every country.