BEST IELTS General Reading Test 76

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GENERAL READING TEST 76 – PASSAGE – 1

GENERAL READING TEST – 76

READING PASSAGE – 1

Questions 1-7

Look at the information on the following page about swimming regulations at the Jubilee Swimming Club.

In boxes 1-7 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

Example: Twelve-year-olds are not allowed in the pool

Answer: False

1. If you have wet clothes, they may be placed in the bin provided.

2. Bathers who wish to leave the pool can do so at any time before 6p.m.

3. Smoking at the pool is not permitted, unless authorized.

4. Guests may use the pool, but they must pay £10 to do so.

5. You may dive, but only diving is allowed from the diving board.

6. As a member, you are privileged and need not sign in before entering.

7. You may use the lockers, and there is no charge for the lockers.

Jubilee Swimming Club Regulations

• The Jubilee Swimming Club is maintained exclusively for the enjoyment of Bradford residents and any organised tournaments or activities need to be authorized by the Pool management.

• Members must show their registration cards at the registration desk. Persons without membership cards will not be able to use the pool. Guests must sign at the registration desk. Any guests entering the pool without having signed may be fined £10.

• Smoking is not allowed in the changing room. Clothes must be placed in the lockers provided. Keys are available at the registration desk. Used towels must be placed in the bins provided. All swimmers must shower before they enter the pool.

• Diving is only allowed from the diving board. Running and playing near the pool are not permitted. Children under twelve are not allowed to use the pool unless accompanied by an adult. All bathers must leave the pool by 6 p.m.

• Please respect the rights of all swimmers and at all times show the utmost courtesy to all swimmers. Repeated violations of conduct may result in eviction from the pool and its premises.

Questions 8 – 13

Read the article on “Airport Information” that informs visitors of the services London airports provide. Using from the passage answer the following questions. THE SAME ANSWER MAY BE USED TWICE IF NECESSARY

Example: How much should I pay porters when they help?

Free of Charge/ nothing

8. If you do not speak English at Heathrow and need some advice at the airport, you can get help as long as you arrive after 7:00 and before 22:00 at ………………………

9. ” I’ve heard that before you can enjoy the fine bars at Gatwick you have to ……………………..”

10. If you want to, you can shop outside the airport but you will find prices up to twice the amount in ……………..

11. 1f you are looking for medical help quickly at Heathrow, you should head over to………………….…….

12. If you need urgent medical help at either airport, you will find these people very helpful………………….

13. If you are at Heathrow, you should not go to this area if you need help with your child at a nursery……………

AIRPORT INFORMATION

There are two airports in London; Heathrow and Gatwick. These are the facilities which make passage through the airport easier and more enjoyable

At Heathrow, there are information desks at each terminal where you can get advice in several languages. Ring 759 7702 for Terminal 1, 759 7115 for Terminal 2 and 759 7107 for Terminal 3. Desks are open from 7: 00-22: 00 hrs. At Gatwick, the desk is open 24 hrs a day. Ring 28822 Ext e55 for general information and 31299 for flight times.

Parking

There are short-term car parks at all terminals at both airports. Long-term car parks are a better bet for most travelers. A free courtesy coach runs you from the car park to the terminals and back.

Shopping

At Heathrow, there are duty-free supermarkets at each terminal. At Gatwick, there’s a new supermarket in the International Departure Lounge after passport control. You’ll find that prices are up to 50% lower than in the High Street.

Medical

There are emergency medical/ nursing services at Heathrow and Gatwick. At Heathrow, they’re in the Queen’s Building. At Gatwick, they’re in the International Arrivals Hall. Both are staffed 24 hours a day by nursing sisters. There are nurseries at all terminals at both Heathrow and Gatwick where young children can be fed or changed in comfort. Trained children’s nurses are available to help if needed, except in Terminal 3 at Heathrow.

Help

You should ask your airline if you need special help. All terminals at Heathrow and Gatwick are fitted with lifts, ramps, and special toilets. An airport information desk will help you in an emergency. Porters will carry your bags free of charge on request. Or you can use one of the self-help trolleys distributed throughout the airports.

Food

There are coffee shops, buffets, grills, and restaurants at both airports. You can have anything from a snack to a la carte. The bars are open 24 hours a day and can be enjoyed after you’ve passed passport control.

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