Which TWO things does the speaker say about children at the repair fair?
A A “parts hunt” activity is available.
B Children can use tools without adult help.
C Ear defenders can be borrowed.
D Children must stay in the café area.
E Children receive a free repair kit.
Questions 13 and 14
Choose TWO letters, A–E.
Which TWO changes to the fair does the speaker mention?
A Visitors receive a text message when it is their turn.
B Each station now charges a fixed fee.
C A screen displays numbers for repairs.
D There is a new “diagnose first” desk.
E Visitors must book a time slot online.
Questions 15–20
Which event in the history of repair took place at each time?
Choose SIX answers from the box and write the correct letter, A–H, next to Questions 15–20.
Events in the history of repair
A Plain-language repair advice published
B Interchangeable components promoted by railway workshops
C National home wiring guidance widely adopted
D Consumer protection rules strengthened
E Repair cafés expanded rapidly
F Councils trialled “right to repair” schemes
G First national tool-hire fee introduced
H Standard screw threads agreed
Part 2: You will hear a woman giving a welcome talk at a repair fair.
Good morning, everyone, and welcome to the Wrenford Repair Fair. I’m Joanne Fielding and I’m coordinating the event today. Before you head off to the work areas, I’ll run through a few quick points for anyone who’s come with children, explain how we’re managing turn-taking this year, and then, because we’re doing a theme day, I’ll share a brief timeline of organised repair.
First, families. Children are very welcome, but please be aware that the corner where we test small motors can be surprisingly loud, and some children find it unpleasant. If you think that might be an issue, you can borrow ear defenders from the information desk. We’ve also set up a simple activity to keep children occupied while adults are waiting. It’s a little scavenger-style challenge where they pick up a card, locate five labelled parts placed around the hall, and collect a stamp at each point. It keeps them moving safely rather than gathering around the benches. And if your child wants to try using tools, that’s fine, but please stay right alongside them.
Now, the way you join a repair table has changed. We’re not running one long line. When your item is registered at the logging desk, you’ll be given a number. Keep an eye on the display above the stage. When your number comes up, it means a space is ready. If you don’t want to keep watching the screen, you can choose to receive a text message. Just tick the box when you sign in. There’s one more change. We’ve added a short “diagnose first” desk. They won’t fix anything there, so it’s not a quick repair lane, but they will help you identify the problem so you don’t spend time at the wrong station.
A quick word about money. The advice is free, and if a part is needed, you’ll be told the cost before anything is fitted. You might have heard that we were introducing a compulsory charge this year, but we decided against that. Donations are welcome, but they’re entirely optional.
Finally, our theme today is Repair through Time, so here are a few milestones. In 1798, a major encyclopedia of practical trades began presenting household fixes in language aimed at ordinary readers rather than specialists. By 1841, railway workshops were promoting interchangeable components, which helped make repairs faster and cheaper. After a rise in domestic accidents, 1926 saw home wiring guidance taken up far more widely. Then, in 1973, consumer protection rules were strengthened, giving clearer rights to repairs and replacements. Much more recently, around 2012, community repair cafés expanded quickly, making public repair sessions common. And by 2018, several councils were trialling right to repair schemes in partnership with local charities.
That’s everything from me. If you need help, look for volunteers wearing green badges. Otherwise, please take your item to the logging desk and enjoy the fair.
