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Exercise 12: Matching statements

Instructions

Use each statement once

Read the texts 7-14 and the statements A-J. Decide which text matches with the situation described in the statements.

There are TWO extra statements which you do not need to use.

Statements

  1. You enjoy karaoke and live music.
  2. Your family loves outdoor games in winter.
  3. You and your friend would like to listen to folk music.
  4. You and your friends love birds and are ready to offer some money to help their treatment.
  5. You are a fan of good feature films.
  6. You want to find out more about the history of Scotland and England and visit archaeological open-air sights.
  7. You and your children would like to learn horse-riding.
  8. You are interested in sightseeing by boat.
  9. You and your friends are enthusiastic about old-style English taxis and are looking for a sightseeing tour with them.
  10. You would enjoy watching wild animals in natural surroundings.
Extra statements not used: H, I.

Texts

Match 7-14
7
Showcase Cinemas Manchester

Full feature films in a multi-complex cinema, about 2 miles from the city centre along the A57.
Shows daily from around midday.
Saturday late shows from 11.30 p.m. to midnight.
Bargain matinees Monday-Thursday before 6.00 p.m., and Friday-Sunday before midday.
Dolby Digital Stereo equipped auditoria.
Ample free parking.
Wheelchair access.

8
Westhoughton Country Club

Meets at Westhoughton Golf Club on Friday nights between September and May.
Doors open at 7.15 p.m. and folk music starts at 8.15 p.m. prompt, until 11.10 p.m.
Voted the best in Britain at the inaugural BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards in 2000.

9
Roscoe's

Lively, friendly pub attracting a wide range of customers who can socialise and relax in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
Roscoe's offers a variety of activities including disco party nights with music from the 70s through to the present day, quizzes, premiership football, karaoke, live music and comedy.

10
Hadrian's Wall

Located about 100 miles north of Manchester and running across Cumbria and Northumberland on what was once the England-Scotland border.
Around a 272-hour drive up the M6 to Junction 43, then along the A69 trunk road which follows the Wall almost entirely to Newcastle-upon-Tyne.
One of the most important Roman remains in the UK and a World Heritage Site.

11
The Manchester Evening News Arena

Located on Droyden Road, Newton Heath.
A major venue for performances including classical recitals, pop and rock bands, as well as sporting events.
Home ground for Manchester Storm Ice Hockey Team and Manchester Giants Basketball Team.
Concerts and sporting events take place on Saturdays and Sundays throughout the winter season.

12
Three Owls Bird Sanctuary

Animal hospital welcomes visitors FREE.
Open Sundays from 12 noon to 4.00 p.m.
Voluntary donations requested.

13
Armathwaite Hall Equestrian Centre

All kinds of riding experiences on offer including:
• Pony trekking
• Riding tuition
• Group courses
• Livery and full schooling
Riding is in all weather conditions.
Good waterproofs recommended.
4-star riding holidays arranged and pub rides.

14
Knowsley Park

A five-mile safari in the comfort of your own car through 450 acres of countryside devoted entirely to wildlife in a natural open setting.
Lions, monkeys, baboons, camels and elephants roam freely.
Facilities include restaurants, picnic areas and a coach park.
There are facilities for the disabled.

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