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Trang 1IELTS Practice Tests from www.IELTSPracticeTests.com GENERAL IELTS READING PRACTICE TEST 6
Reading (1 hour)
PART 1
Questions 1-4
Look at the reading passage on page 3 and at the statements (1-4) below
In boxes 1-4 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
1 The article is aimed at those who have finished high school
2 A significant number of students are incapable of studying for a university degree
3 Some undergraduate students are unable to improve their decision-making skills
4 High salaries tempt students to pursue a career in high need fields of study
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Choose THREE letters A-G and write them in boxes 5-7 on your answer sheet
Which THREE of the following does the writer highlight when describing the vocational aptitude
test?
A psychology is rationally evaluated
B analytical skills are out of the question
C a range of multiple choice questions is raised
D there is a psychological assessment
E logical thinking is evaluated during the course of the interview
F personal interests are taken into consideration
G the interview is detached from the examination
Question 8
Choose the appropriate letter A-D and write it in box 8 on your answer sheet
8 What test-taking procedure is mentioned by the writer?
A Test-takers should be aware of their own preferences
B Fast test-takers are provided with more accurate results
C Cheating is an alternative to those who do not know the correct answers
D Test-takers should act as if they were successful professionals
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Have you completed your A-levels? Are you
looking forward to moving on to further
education? This is certainly a dazzling
experience and the right choice can lead to
success in your future endeavours Having
said that, have you ever caught yourself
wondering what career you should go into?
Then, this advice has been written especially
for you!
Vocational aptitude tests are an innovative
tool aimed at those of you who are aware of
the fact that choosing the right career path is
not as easy as choosing nightwear A series of
factors may influence your decision-making
and contribute to your success They are thus
taken into account and you are provided with
suggested career paths
A considerable number of undergraduate
students drop out of university by the end of
the first year The reason? They have never
wanted to pursue a career in what they are
studying for They may have been convinced
by their parents, teachers, friends or
professionals in their areas of study They
may have read some information on the
shortage of professionals or the high salaries
they earn These motives, at least initially,
may be very persuasive However, they will
realise that the choice has been made on the
basis of others rather than their
self-knowledge Whether they insist on carrying
on their studies, they may become frustrated
in the near future
In order to prevent similar mistakes from
taking place, we have developed an effective
system so you can acknowledge
your talents Whether you are able to recognise your own aptitudes, you are on the right track to your career And how you can evaluate and measure yourself? You can certainly achieve it if you take a reliable vocational test
As you arrive at the psychology lab, you are invited to a short interview The atmosphere is friendly and very relaxing The conversation includes a variety of topics and they range from your fears to your hobbies Meanwhile, another psychologist has a note-taking system and they will, later, assess your personality alongside the psychologist who has interviewed you
Afterwards, it is time to sit the vocational aptitude test This exam is comprised of a wide range of questions They have been carefully selected so as to incorporate every single career path Multiple-choice questions are focused on understanding your personality and assessing your psychological responses to a range of everyday situations Other questions are composed of analytical procedures and rational schemes and they require you to use your logical thinking Finally, personal questions on preferences, interests and they are intended to find your talents
The result of the vocational aptitude test is inevitably subject to changes as it is associated with the short interview you had previously Nevertheless, the suggested careers are certainly a guidance to acknowledge your talents and follow your individual, unique career path We will be happy to see you – a successful professional!
Tips for test takers:
Do tell the truth If you pretend to be keen
on an activity you do not actually enjoy,
you will be led to the wrong pathway
Do not copy others’ answers There is no
right or wrong answer and cheating will not
benefit you
Take your time while you are doing the test It is not a competition and you do not have to break a record!
Be yourself The test is aimed at self-knowledge You should be happy to show who you really are – a unique human being!
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Match the books to the statements 9-16
Write the appropriate letters (A-H) in the boxes 9-16 on your answer sheet
NB Some of the books may be chosen more than once
9 You are invited to experience a peaceful environment
10 A controversial life is found in this book
11 You will challenge your brain with intriguing puzzles
12 This story takes place in an extreme environment
13 This thriller will keep you on the edge of your seat
14 If you read these chapters, you will be on cloud nine
15 You will be moved by the character’s upbringing
16 He was given an unfair treatment as he was not a criminal in disguise
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Don’t judge a book by its cover! Make yourself comfortable and read the latest books as they are
soon-to-be soon-to-bestsellers of 2012!
A Sand Dunes
Ever thought of challenging the limits of
human body? Then, you should follow Lucy
and Peter on their journey through the
Siberian desert A mixture of extremely hot
and cold temperatures, sand storms, mirages
and surprising characters will certainly
transform this thrilling story into an
unforgettable experience to the readers!
B A Bloody Mystery
A series of findings has led Sir Loch to join
the puzzle after pools of blood were
strategically placed in the city centre Come
on and join this fantastic detective who is to
ready to identify the most dangerous criminal
in town You should expect a surprising
ending!
C Weaving a Friendship
This story will take you back in time to the
late 18th century England As children would
go to factories and spend their childhood
working with machines, the English boy John
learned how to change his fate, thanks to a
very special friendship with an elderly man,
Jack An amazing friendship which will burst
you into tears!
D Move on!
Can an acrobat earn a living outside the
circus? After having been dismissed and
accused of a crime he did not commit, Steve
leaves the circus and has to find a job in the
big city Not only does he succeed in having a
career in teaching art movements, but he also
becomes an inspiration for the local children!
A moving children’s story which will give
pleasure to the adult readers!
E Galactic Surprises
‘What amazing visitors you are!’ As Sally introduces herself to the new extra-terrestrial creatures, she does not imagine the adventure she is about to experience This incredible story makes you reflect on some tricky questions about the universe! The enigmas will certainly be on your mind!
F A Lovely Paradise
A romantic story full of passionate and idyllic moments! After a plane crash, a few survivors were rescued However, Luke and Linda have been left behind As they walk through the jungle, they find an oasis And a fascinating romance emerges from that moment on You will be immersed in the place of your dreams while reading this novel!
G Incredible Personalities
This book may seem to be on outstanding people who have made a difference in the world However, you will be invited to understand Julie, a woman who has got several personalities A psychological novel that will trigger your thoughts as you wonder how complex a human mind can be!
H A Peace Prize Winner
This is your chance to meet one of the most important celebrities of last century – Alfred Nobel, the inventor of the Nobel Peace Prize This book is an account of his life as it was written by him A selection of diaries and personal notes has become his autobiography You will be amazed by the life of the inventor of dynamite and the creator of the most famous peace prize!
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Questions 17-23
From the list of headings below, choose the most suitable heading for each paragraph A-G
Write the appropriate numbers (i-x) in boxes 17-23 on your answer sheet
17 Paragraph A
18 Paragraph B
19 Paragraph C
20 Paragraph D
21 Paragraph E
22 Paragraph F
23 Paragraph G
List of headings
i Researching further
ii A subjective approach
iii Choosing an object of analysis
iv Defining research
v Selecting a research methodology
vi An intriguing association
vii Outlining relevant theory
viii On the basis of factual information
ix Contents of a research proposal
x Evaluating a research question
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Lecture Notes
Week 4 –
Research Methodology
This module booklet provides you with introductory information on research methodologies you will develop during academic year
A Research is evolved from the incessant urge to search for truth It is a systematic study
on unveiling an initial assumption This assumption is acknowledged as the research question
B In order to design the research question, you need to identify your object of analysis, i.e
what your inquiry is about You also have to learn about the theory and understand the previous research carried out on the object of analysis Furthermore, you will have to investigate the methods in previous researches
C Once you have defined your research question, you should consider the secondary
sources you intend to consult so as to learn about relevant theories You are also expected to indicate a preliminary literature review which should be pertinent to your research inquiry
D It is time to concentrate on the following procedure: choose the most suitable
methodology A sample questionnaire, coding sheet, observation sheet should be designed It enables you to focus on the ideological factors that are in accordance with the theories used in order to support your research question
E On the one hand, you may rely on a research methodology which is known as
quantitative methodology It allows you to evaluate theories deductively as it measures
the variables, uses statistical procedures and produces numbered data An example of quantitative methodology is a survey, i.e a sample of the population may answer questions and the result is a numerical description of trends in the population Experimental research is also used to analyse different groups who respond to a treatment
F On the other hand, you may develop your research through qualitative methodology It
enables you to evaluate social issues inductively, which means that the data is collected from participants and is thus interpreted by the researcher You may use ethnography if you are to interview a cultural group over a longer period of time Otherwise, you can develop a case study, which means that you need to collect detailed information so that you can carry out a deep analysis of an activity Another strategy is phenomenological research and you should rely on it if you are to explore phenomena and human experiences Finally, you may consider narrative research if you are to collect individuals’ stories and retell and document them into a narrative chronology
G A combination of methodologies may also be used in research This is an association of
qualitative and quantitative procedures and it is recognised as mixed research
methodologies In order to do a research, you have to collect both qualitative and
quantitative data and you should be able to use a rationale so as to mix and integrate data
as you develop your inquiry question
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Questions 24-28
The reading passage provides a number of research strategies Match each statement (Questions 24-28) with one of the strategies (A-F)
Write your answers in boxes A-F on your answer sheet
NB You may use any of the designs A-F more than once
24 A questionnaire may provide the researcher with figures
25 After meticulous data is collected, an insightful and thorough analysis may occur
26 A scientific hypothesis may be evaluated through this strategy
27 Individuals’ experiences can be restated in accordance with the time
28 Numerous data may be collected from a specific group
Questions 29-30
Using NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS, answer the following questions
Write your answers in boxes 29-30 on your answer sheet
29 What is the basis for the research question?
30 What is the name of the technique that blends deductive and inductive approaches?
A survey
B experimental research
C ethnography
D case study
E phenomenological research
F narrative research
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Questions 31-35
Look at the reading passage on the page 11 and at the statements (31-35) below
In boxes 31-35 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
31 Eleanor cross was originally painted in Charing Cross railway station in 1290
32 A famous painting of the Battle of Trafalgar is found in the National Gallery
33 Big Ben does not indicate that there is a clock tower in the Houses of Parliament
34 A miracle has taken place in Westminster area
35 The original Buckingham House has been completely demolished
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Look at the reading passage on the next page
Complete the flow chart below using NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer Write your answers in boxes 36-40
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As you reach Trafalgar Square, you can see an amazing spring and a famous
monument known as 36.………
In Westminster, you can see a popular tourist attraction, the Big Ben It is named
in honour of 37.………
After the fire of 1834, the Houses of Parliament was built in 38.
………
Many royal events, such as 39.……… , weddings and funerals, are
held at Westminster Abbey
Finally, you can see the 40.……… , the Queen Victoria Memorial,
and the ceremony of Changing the Guard in front of Buckingham Palace