Elementary Reading Exercise

4 Local Colleges

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Read the descriptions of four local colleges (A, B, C, and D). For each question, decide which college is the most suitable for different students.

Local Colleges

A. Northwood College

Northwood College is the oldest and most famous college in the city. It is well-known for its excellent teaching in traditional subjects. You can study science, history, and different languages here. The college is proud of its very large library, which has thousands of books for students to use. It is a great choice for people who enjoy academic study.

B. Westgate Community College

Westgate is a very modern college that helps students get the skills they need for office jobs. It offers popular courses in business and computer programming. The college has fantastic new computer rooms with the latest software. It is located close to the city's main business park, and many local companies send their staff here to learn new skills.

C. Bridge Street Arts Centre

Bridge Street Arts Centre is the place for creative people. It offers evening and weekend classes, so you can learn a new hobby after work. You can learn painting, photography, or how to play a musical instrument. At the end of the course, all the students take part in a public exhibition. It is a fun and friendly place to explore your artistic side.

D. Southside Technical College

Southside Technical College teaches practical skills for real jobs. Many students here become chefs, mechanics, or builders. The college has professional kitchens and large workshops with all the right tools for students to practise. It also works with local companies to help students find work after their studies. This is the place to come if you enjoy learning by doing.


1. Which college is for people who want to study Ancient History?

    A. Northwood College

    B. Westgate Community College

    C. Bridge Street Arts Centre

    D. Southside Technical College

2. Which college is used by local companies to train their employees?

    A. Northwood College

    B. Westgate Community College

    C. Bridge Street Arts Centre

    D. Southside Technical College

3. Which college is for people who want to be artists?

    A. Northwood College

    B. Westgate Community College

    C. Bridge Street Arts Centre

    D. Southside Technical College

4. Which college trains people for jobs using their hands?

    A. Northwood College

    B. Westgate Community College

    C. Bridge Street Arts Centre

    D. Southside Technical College

5. Which college is suitable for people who work during the day?

    A. Northwood College

    B. Westgate Community College

    C. Bridge Street Arts Centre

    D. Southside Technical College

6. Which college helps people get a job after they finish?

    A. Northwood College

    B. Westgate Community College

    C. Bridge Street Arts Centre

    D. Southside Technical College

7. Which college has the newest technology for students?

    A. Northwood College

    B. Westgate Community College

    C. Bridge Street Arts Centre

    D. Southside Technical College

8. Which college has a very big collection of books?

    A. Northwood College

    B. Westgate Community College

    C. Bridge Street Arts Centre

    D. Southside Technical College

9. Which college lets students show their creations to other people?

    A. Northwood College

    B. Westgate Community College

    C. Bridge Street Arts Centre

    D. Southside Technical College

10. Which college is where you can learn to prepare food?

    A. Northwood College

    B. Westgate Community College

    C. Bridge Street Arts Centre

    D. Southside Technical College

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