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Academic Reading

Reading answers

E
B
A
C
YES
NO
NOT GIVEN
YES
POPULATION
5.6%
STERILISTATION
CANCER
BOTTLED WATER
ANNUAL COSTS
TURNOVER COSTS
PLAN
GUEST SATISFACTION
SAVING
NOT GIVEN
YES
NOT GIVEN
A
D
E
H
J
C
D
B
C
A
D
C
B
TRUE
TRUE
NOT GIVEN
FALSE
TRUE
D

General Reading

2 B

3 several hundred miles

4 (the) road dangers

5 slower traffic systems

6 by donating money/make a decision

7 walkers

8 True

9 True

10 False

11 True

12 NG

13 False

14 False

15 i

16 iv

17 viii

18 ix

19 vii

20 iii

21 immigration authorities

22 an ELICOS course

23 the students

24 by bankdraft

25 it is refunded

26 over 4 weeks

27 International Student Programs

28 B

29 D

30 E

31 A

32 ii

33 vi

34 decreased

35 disconnected

36 problems

37 growth

38 join

39 reserves

40 cooperate

General Writing

NOT GIVEN
NOT GIVEN
TRUE
TRUE
FALSE
NOT GIVEN
D
E
B
A
D
B
E
C
SAFETY WHEN WORKING ON ROOFS READING ANSWERS
3/THREE METERS
RESIDENTIAL BUILDING SITES
ELIMINATE
(TEMPORARY) (WORK) PLATFORMS
SAFETY NETS
(MAINTENANCE) WORK
SELECTION
INSPECTION
140.98
UNEMPLOYED
PAYSLIP
DOCTOR'S LETTER
CIRCUMSTANCES
THE CALIFORNIA GOD RUCH OF 1849 READING ANSWERS
D
C
C
D
C
F
B
A
G
GRAVEL
NUGGETS
SIEVE
MERCURY

Academic Reading

x
i
v
iii
viii
ii
xiii
iv
D
A
D
C
C
C
B
SHORTAGE
TEACHER-TRANING
PROFESSION
OBVIOUS
INCREASING
RECENT
COMPETENT
NO
NO
NOT GIVEN
NO
YES
YES
NOT GIVEN
B
NO
NOT GIVEN
NOT GIVEN
NOT GIVEN
YES
NOT GIVEN
A
B
D
A

Talk about a long walk you enjoyed. Please say

– where and when it was

– who you were with

– what you saw

– and explain why you enjoyed the walk so much.

Academic Writing Task 1

The climograph below shows average monthly temperatures and rainfall in the city of Kolkata. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

Academic Writing Task 2

Crime rates are likely to decline due to the advancements in technology, which will help prevent and solve crimes in an easier way. Do you agree or disagree?

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.

General Writing Task 1

You are interested in studying on a short course at a college in an English speaking country. Write a letter to the college. In your letter you should say:

which course you are interested in and why

describe your educational background and work experience

and say why you would like to study at that college.

General Writing Task 2

People who travel to another country to live, work or study for a period of time often suffer badly from homesickness. Why is it? What are the best ways to reduce this problem?

Academic Reading

Answers

viii

iii

NOT GIVEN

TRUE

FALSE

NOT GIVE

TRUE

WINDS

PHYTOPLANKTON BASE

CALVED

SATELLITES AND SHIPS P

HYTOPLANKTON

IRON

CARBON CYCLE

General Reading

Answers:

1. TRUE

2. FALSE

3. FALSE

4. FALSE

5. NOT GIVEN

6. TRUE

7. NOT GIVEN

8. TRUE

9. D

10. B

11. B

12. B

13. C

14. C

Recycling at work handy hints to employers

15. audit// an audit// waste audit

16. (duplex) printers

17. (educational) posters

18. (regular) newsletters

19. (writing) notes

20. (ceramic) mugs

21. (to) charities
22. (some) politicians

23. formula

24. (company) employees

25. shareholder reports

26. lies

27. benefited// benefitted

Talking point reading answers

28. TRUE

29. NOT GIVEN

30. NOT GIVEN

31. FALSE

32. A

33. C

34. C

35. B

36. A

37. D

38. E

39. A, C [in either order, both required for one mark]

40. B, F [in either order, both required for one mark]

Talk about a walk, a boat tour or a bicycle trip that you would like to take. Please say

– where you would go

– when you would go

– who you would go with

– and explain why you would like to take this walk/trip/tour.

Task 1 You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

You live in a room in college which you share with another student. However, there are many problems with this arrangement and you find it very difficult to work. Write a letter to the accommodation officer at the college. In the letter,

• describe the situation

• explain your problems and why it is difficult to work

• say what kind of accommodation you would prefer

Task 2 You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

In Britain, when someone gets old they often go to live in a home with other old people where there are nurses to look after them. Sometimes the government has to pay for this care. Who do you think should pay for this care, the government or the family? Give reasons for your answer and inclu

Task 1

The graph below shows the proportion of four different materials that were recycled from 1982 to 2010 in a particular country.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

Task 2

Write about the following topic:

Learning English at school is often seen as more important than learning local languages. If these are not taught, many are at risk of dying out.

In your opinion, is it important for everyone to learn English? Should we try to ensure the survival of local languages and, if so, how?

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Write at least 250 words.

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Talk about something interesting that you would like to know more about. Please say

– what it is

– why it is of interest to you

– how you plan to find out more about it

– and explain why it is important that you learn more about it.

Academic Writing Task 1

The plans below show a student accommodation buildings 2010 and now. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant

Academic Writing Task 2

It is argued that parents of children who break the law should be punished as they are responsible for their children's actions. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

General Writing Task 1

One of your friends wants to apply for a job involving working with foreign teenagers. Write a letter of recommendation for him/her. In your letter you should say:

how long you have known your friend

something about your friend’s personality

and explain why you think your friend would make a good employee

General Writing Task 2

Popular hobbies and interests change over time and are more a reflection of trends and fashions than an indication of what individuals really want to do in their spare time. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer.

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Talk about a time you had to be nice to someone who was unfriendly to you. Please say

– when it was

– where it was

– who the person was

– and explain why you had to be nice to him/her.

Academic Writing Task 1

The chart below shows information about changes in average house prices in five different cities between 1990 and 2002 compared with the average house prices in 1989. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information shown below. Make comparisons where relevant

Academic Writing Task 2

In some cultures, older people after retirement spend their money on enjoying themselves (e.g. by going on holiday) rather than saving money for their children. Do you think it is positive or negative?

General Writing Task 1

You have seen an advertisement for part-time work in a hotel for three months over the summer. Write a letter to the manager. In your letter:

say what experience you have

ask what the work involves

enquire about work conditions

General Writing Task 2

As most people spend a major part of their adult life at work, job satisfaction is an important element of individual well-being. What factors contribute to job satisfaction? How realistic is the expectation of job satisfaction for all workers?

Talk about a person you follow on social media. Please say

– who he/she is

– how you know him/her

– what he/she posts about

– and explain why you follow him/her on social media.

Academic Writing Task 1

The table below gives information about the underground railway systems in six cities. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information shown below. Make comparisons where relevant.

Academic Writing Task 2

Some experts say for road safety cyclists should pass a test before being allowed on public roads.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?

General Writing Task 1

You recently took a part-time job working for a local company. After a few weeks, you realised there were some problems with the job. Write a letter to the manager of the company. In your letter

explain why you took the job

describe the problems that you experienced

suggest what could be done about them

General Writing Task 2

Some people believe that studying at university or college is the best route to a successful career, while others believe that it is better to get a job straight after school. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

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Talk about a time when you were proud of something your family member did. Please say

– who the family member is

– when it happened

– what he/she did

– and explain why you were proud of what he/she did.

Academic Writing Task 1

The table below gives information on households with regular use of a car in Great Britain from 1971 to 2007. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information shown below. Make comparisons where relevant.

Academic Writing Task 2

In the past, people ate local, in-season food, but now, people tend to consume out-of-season food from different parts of the world. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

General Writing Task 1

You are working for a company. You need to take some time off work and want to ask your manager about this. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter:

explain why you want to take time off work

give details of the amount of time you need

suggest how your work could be covered while you are away

General Writing Task 2

Happiness is considered very important in life. Why is it difficult to define? What factors are important in achieving happiness?

Talk about a gift you would like to give to a friend. Please say

– who your friend is

– how you know him/her

– what gift you would like to give him/her

– and explain why you would like to give him/her that gift.

Academic Writing Task 1

The table below gives information on UK acid rain emissions, measured in millions of tonnes, from four different sectors between 1990 and 2007. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information shown below. Make comparisons where relevant.

Academic Writing Task 2

Some feel that cities shold be designed to be beautiful while others feel their functionality is more important.

Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.

General Writing Task 1

You live in a room in college which you share with another student. However, there are problems with this and you find it difficult to work. Write a letter to the accommodation officer at the college. In the letter

describe the situation

explain the problems and why it is difficult to work

say what kind of accommodation you would prefer

General Writing Task 2

Universities should accept equal numbers of male and female students in every subject. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

General Writing Task 1

You have heard that a developer plans to build a shopping centre near your home.

Write a letter to the council. In your letter

say how you heard about the plan
explain how you feel about it
ask for more information about it

Write at least 150 words.

You do NOT need to write any addresses.

Begin your letter as follows:

Dear Sir or Madam,

Academic Writing Task 2

Write about the following topic:

Tourism is one of the fastest growing industries and contributes a great deal to economies around the world. However, the damage tourism can cause to local cultures and the environment is often ignored.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Write at least 250 words.

Academic Writing Task 1

The charts give information about employment in the UK in 1998 and 2012.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

Academic Writing Task 2

Write about the following topic:

Talk about an item of clothing that someone gave you. Please say

– what it was
– when you got it
– who gave it to you and why
– and explain how you felt about that.

Talk about your favourite toy as a child. Please say

– what the toy was

– who gave it to you

– how often you played with it

– and explain why this toy was your favourite.

Academic Writing Task 1

The map below gives information about a school in 2004 and the change of the same school in 2010. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

Academic Writing Task 2

Some people say History is one of the most important school subjects. Other people think that, in today’s world, subjects like Science and Technology are more important than History. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

General Writing Task 1

You have recently moved to a different house. Write a letter to an English-speaking friend. In your letter:

explain why you have moved

describe the new house

invite your friend to come and visit

General Writing Task 2

In the developed world, average life expectancy is increasing. What problems will this cause for individuals and society? Suggest some measures that could be taken to reduce the impact of ageing populations. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Talk about a creative person whom you admire. Please say

– who the person is

– how you know him/her

– why you think he/she is creative

– and explain why you admire him/her.

Academic Writing Task 1

The diagram below shows how coffee is produced and prepared for sale in supermarkets and shops. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

Academic Writing Task 2

Housing shortages in big cities can cause severe social consequences. Some people think that only government action can solve this problem. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

General Writing Task 1

You have been offered a place at a university and wish to find suitable accommodation. Write a letter to the accommodation officer including the following information:

the type of accommodation you wish to find

some details about yourself

any special requirements you may have

and any other relevant information.

General Writing Task 2

It is not necessary to travel to other places to learn about other cultures of other people. We can learn just as much from books, films, and the internet. Do you agree or disagree?

Talk about a time when you visited a new place. Please say

– what the place was

– when you went there

– why you went there

– and explain how you felt when you were there.

Academic Writing Task 1

The tables below provide information about the consumption and production of potatoes in five parts of the world in 2006. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.

Academic Writing Task 2

Some believe that in many countries, the investment of public money in arts can be justified. Others think that the government should spend more on health and education. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

General Writing Task 1

You’re interested in a music course that you saw in an advertisement. Write a letter to the club.

In your letter, you should:

– explain why you’re interested

– request more information about the course

– talk about your past experiences.

General Writing Task 2

It is impossible for the government to help everyone around the world, so it should focus on its own country’s development. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

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