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BEST IELTS General Reading Test 141
GENERAL READING TEST 141 – PASSAGE – 1
GENERAL READING TEST – 141
READING PASSAGE – 1
1. 7 & 8 November 10am–5pm
OUT OF THE WOODWORK
The festival of traditional woodwork
ROUSE HILL ESTATE
On this beautiful rural property, once occupied by six generations of one family, you can watch talented craftsmen at work and learn about the construction of houses and farm buildings in the early 19th century.
Bring the family and enjoy a weekend that includes live music, kids’ activities, arts and crafts, and much more.
2. Sunday 6 March 3pm–7pm
GOVERNMENT HOUSE
Treat yourself to a musical feast for an autumn afternoon in the gardens and grounds of Government House, listening to some of Sydney’s best musicians.
Government House was built between 1837 and 1845 and sits within an important historic garden with exotic trees, pathways, and terraces.
Bring a picnic or just a rug and purchase something from the selection of refreshments available.
Grounds open daily 10am–4pm
3. Weekend 14 & 15 November
ELIZABETH FARM
Come and enjoy the fruits of the olive tree, open air dining, and experience the music and dance of the Mediterranean region at our Olive Festival.
The olive, now part of Australia’s modern multi-cultural society, is an important aspect of our history. Today the oldest olive tree in the country, planted at Elizabeth Farm in 1805, is the inspiration for the festival.
Open daily 10am–5pm
4. Sunday 27 November 6pm–9pm
Vaucluse House
The Jazz Festival is the longest running and most successful of the Historic Houses musical events.
On a perfect summer’s evening, pack a picnic dinner, come along with friends or family and enjoy some of Sydney’s best jazz in the idyllic gardens of Vaucluse House.
Vaucluse House is the only surviving example in Sydney of a 19th-century estate overlooking the harbour, with house, stables and outbuildings, set in its own magnificent gardens.
Jazz in the Gardens
Questions 1–5
Read the information below about events taking place at four Historic Houses in Sydney.
Classify the location of the following things
In boxes 1–5 on your answer sheet write
G. if it’s happening at Government House
R. if it’s happening at Rouse Hill Estate
E. if it’s happening at Elizabeth Farm
V. if it’s happening at Vaucluse House
1. a demonstration of 19th century skills
2. the first event ever run by the Historic Houses Trust
3. a garden performance with refreshments on sale
4. a view of the water
5 a celebration of early Australian agriculture
Read the text below and answer Questions 6–12.
City Cycle Guide Helpful tips for new cyclists:
Helpful tips for new cyclists:
Your local bike shop is the best place for advice on:
– bike set-up – a simple adjustment can make cycling safer and more comfortable
– condition of brakes, tyres, chain, gears, etc.
– lights, bells, helmets, locks, luggage carriers
– reflective or fluorescent and specialist clothing for cycling in the rain.
Good Cycling code
– Traffic regulations apply to cyclists.
– Cycling is permitted on all roads apart from motorways, as well as many places where motor vehicles are not permitted.
– It is illegal for cyclists to ignore red lights, disobey ‘one-way’ and other road signs or to ride on the pavement and areas that are exclusively for pedestrians.
– The police have powers to impose a £30 fine for cycling offences
Cyclists’ Touring Club (CTC)
The national cyclists’ organisation CTC works for all cyclists and has developed national standards and accreditation for cycling training. It offers legal advice, cheap insurance and organises tours and social events. Adult joining fee is £32 or five years for the price of four at £128.
Questions 6–12
Write the correct letter, A–S, in boxes 6–12 on your answer sheet.
Cycle Guide
This brochure is for people who have recently taken up cycling. For mechanical advice you should go to your nearest cycle shop. They can make sure that your bike is (6)…………. and comfortable. They also have a wide range of accessories for sale, such as specialist gear for (7)………….. conditions. You need to be aware of the (8)………….. of the road, as these apply to everyone, not just motorists. Although (9)………… are often allowed to go where many others may not, if you break the law, you run the risk of getting (10)…………. . It pays to belong to the CTC. Members can get help from (11)………… and take part in tours and specially arranged (12)………… .
A. benefits
B. bicycles
C. clean
D. contours
E. difficult
F. entertainment
G. fined
H. hurt
I. insurance
J. lawyers
K. lost
L. motorists
M. pedestrians
N. people
O. reliable
P. rocky
Q. rules
R. signs
S. wet
Read the text below and answer Questions 13 and 14.
Mitchell College
Emergency Fire Procedures
If you discover a fire, you should
– sound the fire alarm
– report the fire to Reception from any of the green phones in the building
– evacuate (leave) the building and go to your meeting point.
If you hear the fire alarm
– leave the room immediately via the nearest safe exit, shutting the doors behind you
– do not use the lift
– do not take any personal belongings
– assist disabled people and visitors to leave the building
– go to the arranged meeting point
– do not return to the building until the fire safety officer has told you it is safe to do so.
Questions 13 and 14
Choose TWO letters A–F.
Write your answers in boxes 13 and 14 on your answer sheet.
Which TWO things must you do if the fire alarm goes off?
A. ring the fire brigade
B. close all doors as you leave the building
C. pick up only essential personal belongings
D. help anyone in need to get out
E. check that everyone has gone to the meeting point
F. return to the building when the fire alarm stops
ANSWERS ARE BELOW
ANSWERS
1. R
2. V
3. G
4. V
5. E
6. O
7. S
8. Q
9. B
10. G
11. J
12. F
13/14 B/D IN ANY ORDER