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BEST IELTS General Reading Test 554
IELTS GENERAL READING TEST 554 – PASSAGE – 1
IELTS GENERAL READING TEST – 554
READING PASSAGE – 1
Party in the Park
A: The 6th Annual ‘Party in the Park’ will be held on the 22nd of July at the usual venue (New Lynn Park). This year we are pleased to announce a number of new features, as well as the all the traditional stalls, music and games that have made the Party in the Park such a success in previous years.
B: Live music will be provided on two stages throughout the day, with over 20 different bands. Festival favourites ‘Leaning Out’ will return again, as well as Irish dancing troupe the Emerald Slippers. New acts this year are Screener, recently returned from a hugely successful tour of Europe, and Spider Slice, one of our home grown bands that have enjoyed great critical success over the last year.
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C: There will be the traditional handicraft stalls, where you can watch local craftsman and artists at work as well as chance to purchase some of their unique products. Come and see the John Henry, a local artist who will draw pictures of portraits on request. There will also be a stall run by The Woodman, a local favourite who will again have wooden products on sale as well as short workshops on wood crafting for all those enthusiastic amateurs.
D: There will be plenty of food and drink stalls, ranging from sandwiches and coffee right through to ice creams served in pineapple halves and freshly squeezed exotic fruit juices. And of course, there will be plenty of opportunities to sample the products before you buy!
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E: Due to the success of the event in previous years, we have added additional parking space this year. There will be two different car parks; the first, just off Turner Street, is allocated to people running stalls on the day, and a car park for the general public on Judd Road. We also have an overflow car park on Smith Lane, just a 10 minute walk from the event. The event is free to enter, but there is a charge of £1.50 for parking (please note that this must be paid in cash at the gate).
F: Hopefully the weather will be good, but the event will proceed regardless so make sure you bring some wet weather gear if it looks like rain on the day.
G: Please remember that this is an alcohol-free event. Anyone drinking alcohol within the park grounds will be asked to leave by security. We also ask smokers to use only the designated areas and to put all cigarette ends in the bins provided.
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Questions 1-6
The reading passage has seven paragraphs A – G.
Choose the correct heading for paragraphs B-G from the list of headings below.
Type the correct number I-XI in boxes 1-6
I. Take precautions
II. Certain restrictions at the event
III. Music lessons
IV. Exhibitors plying their trade
V. Restaurant facilities
VI. Weather forecast
VII. Reduced parking conditions
VIII. National and international talent
IX. Tastes to savour
X. Fun for all the family
XI. Access to the event
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1. Paragraph B
2. Paragraph C
3. Paragraph D
4. Paragraph E
5. Paragraph F
6. Paragraph G
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Read the text below and answer questions 7-14.
Westgate Gym
Opening hours:6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday to Friday. 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. weekends.
Facilities
• Sauna
• Exercise bicycles
• Boxing equipment
• Free weights
• Stations to work on individual muscle areas
• Hot showers
Classes
Awesome Abs
This class focuses on your abdominal muscles, giving an intense workout to get you in the best possible shape. Class sizes up to 12 with a private trainer.
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Duration: 20 minutes
Days: Mondays and Wednesdays at 11 a.m.
Kick class
Get fit with this popular martial arts influenced class. You’ll kick, jab and punch your way to better health whilst actively reducing your level of stress! Class sizes of up to 20.
Duration: 30 minutes
Days: Tuesdays at 4 p.m. and Thursdays at 7 p.m.
X-Ride
Get on the highway to health in this addictive indoor ride. Our exercise bicycles are a great way to calorie burn your way to better fitness. The X-Ride class will take you through all levels of difficulty, with simulated uphill, downhill, street and mountain levels. We have 24 bicycles, so it’s a first come, first served class. Be here early to avoid disappointment!
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Duration: 1 hour
Days: Mondays and Wednesdays at 5 p.m. Fridays at 4 p.m.
Pilates
Increase your flexibility with our Pilates class. Designed for beginners, this class requires no previous experience in a Pilates class. With groups no bigger than 6 people to one trainer, you can be sure of getting a personal experience.
Duration: 45 minutes
Days: Wednesdays and Thursdays at 1 p.m.
Flex
Perfect for people trying to lose weight without trying to build too much muscle, this class will help you get in good shape without heavy lifting, as well as giving you a good workout.
Maximum 18 per class.
Duration: 45 minutes
Days: Mondays only 4 p.m.
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Energiser
The ideal choice for people keen to have a little extra energy in their daily lives, the ENERGISER class will help you feel refreshed and ready to go!. Over 6 weeks, this class will help build your energy and stamina, giving you some simple techniques that you can do at home or in the office to maintain your level of energy and fitness. Group sizes of up to 14.
Duration: 30 minutes
Days: Saturdays at 10 a.m. and Sundays 11 a.m.
Sculpt
This class is for those looking to build muscles and strength. You will show how to use different weights to target specific sets of muscles to build an all-over definition. NOTE: some experience of weight lifting is recommended before enrolling in this class. Maximum 8 people per class.
Duration: 40 minutes
Days: Mondays at 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. , Tuesdays at 4 p.m. and Fridays 7 a.m. and 5 p.m.
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Questions 7 – 14
Do the following statements agree with the information given in the reading passage?
In boxes 7-10 on your answer sheet write
TRUE if the statement agrees with the information
FALSE if the statement contradicts the information
NOT GIVEN if there is no information on this
7. All classes are available at least twice a week.
8. ‘Awesome Abs’ is the shortest class.
9. One of the classes is only available at the weekend.
10. You need to book a spot to join the X-Ride class.
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Questions 11 – 14
Write ONE WORD ONLY from the passage for each answer.
11. Which class recommends some experience?
12. Which class has the fewest possible students?
13. Which class reduces stress by using fighting positions?
14. Which class will teach you skills you practice outside the gym?
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ANSWERS
1. VIII
2. IV
3. IX
4. XI
5. I
6. II
7. FALSE
8. TRUE
9. TRUE
10. FALSE
11. SCULPT
12. PILATES (ONLY 6)
13. KICK CLASS
14. ENERGISER
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