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BEST IELTS General Reading Test 80
GENERAL READING TEST 80 – PASSAGE – 2
GENERAL READING TEST – 80
READING PASSAGE – 2
SCHOOL EXCURSIONS
A. Ancient and Modern Museum
This is a museum with a difference. Along with the usual historical exhibits, this museum features an up-to-date display of hands-on information technology.
B. Shortlands Wildlife Park
This is not the usual “animal gaol”. Here exotic animals wander free in large compounds, separated in such a way that they can’t harm one another.
C. Botanical Gardens
Besides the many exotic plants one expects to see in a botanical garden, these gardens feature an array of native birds and other wildlife.
D. Wax World
If you’re interested in seeing how people used to live and dress, Wax World is the place for you. Featuring over 100 wax models of famous people, this venue is well – suited to anyone interested in changing trends in clothing.
E. The Central Art Gallery
The art gallery has six chambers each exhibiting paintings from different periods, from the Middle Ages to the present. The walking tour, recorded on tape, is designed for visitors interested in art history and criticism.
F. Technology Park
In the planetarium, you can observe features of the night sky, and learn about such historical events as the origin of the crab nebula. This excursion also includes a visit to the Satellite Mapping Centre.
G. Parliament
Students are met at the entrance by ushers who show them around the Houses. The tour includes the Hansard library, the grand lounge, government and opposition offices and the public gallery.
H. St. Cedric’s Cathedral
With the Bishops’ Throne as its central feature, this building is a classic example of the excesses of architecture. This excursion is a must for any student interested in sculpture and stained glass as art forms.
I. The Light Fantastic
Find out about the fascinating process of candle making. This factory also holds the additional attraction of illustrating the diverse uses that candles and other wax products can have – from the projection of film, to their use in the art of sculpture and decoration.
J. Trolland’s Caves
These caves, situated below the hills to the north of the city, are entered via the Widmore River. The caves are home to colonies of glow worms that shine like stars on the ceilings and walls of the caves, casting an eerie light on the many stalagmites and stalactites.
Questions 13-19
Write appropriate letters A-J in boxes 13-19 on your answer sheet.
Note: You may use any letter more than once.
13. Which excursion would you choose if you wanted to know about the different uses of wax?
14. Where could students learn something about the animals of the country they are studying in?
15. On which excursion is it possible to learn something about the stars?
16. Which excursion would be suitable for students of fashion and design?
17. Which excursion would attract people interested in computers?
18. On which excursion would you expect to listen to an art critic?
19. On which excursion would you need to travel by boat?
Questions 20-25
The reading passage “Vocational Training’ comes from a book about studying in Australia. Do the following statements correspond with the information given in the passage? In the boxes 20-25 on your answer sheet write:
TRUE – if the statement is true
FALSE – if the statement is false
NOT GIVEN – if the information is not given in the passage
20. There are more people studying in TAFE colleges than in any other kind of higher education institution.
21. TAFE qualifications arc accepted anywhere in Australia.
22. Some TAFE colleges offer university degrees.
23. Each TAFE college specializes in teaching skills for working within one specific industry.
24. The next chapter deals with English language courses.
25. Certificates or diplomas from all private post-secondary institutions are recognized everywhere in Australia.
ANSWERS ARE BELOW
ANSWERS
13. I
14. C
15. F
16. D
17. A
18. E
19. J
20. TRUE
21. TRUE
22. FALSE
23. FALSE
24. TRUE
25. FALSE