1a b. Read the article. For questions 1-7, choose the answer (A, B, C or D) which fits best according to the text.
1 More and more people build their own home
A so that they can live underground
B so that they can have exactly the home they want
C because it is cheaper than buying a new house
D because they want all the modern luxuries you find in a new home.
2 John and Josephine Mew
A know that their choice of home is unusual.
B found that creating their dream home was easy
C wanted to live like people would have in traditional castles
D converted an ancient building into a modern home.
3 According to the text, what could be a disadvantage of the Mews' home?
A It might not be very comfortable.
B It was very expensive to build.
C Tourists often mistake it for a historic building.
D It doesn't have enough luxury items.
4 Why might you not notice the home of Jonathan Ridley-ones and Shanon Ridd?
A It isn't in a busy area.
B A hillside hides it from view.
C nly its door is visible.
D It has been built under a water tank.
5 What do Jonathan Ridley-Jones and Shanon Ridd say about their home?
A It's just an ordinary house.
B They always wanted to live underground.
C It doesn't harm the environment.
D They don't pay anything for heating and lighting.