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Trang 1IELTS Practice Tests from www.IELTSPracticeTests.com GENERAL IELTS READING PRACTICE TEST 8
Reading (1 hour)
PART 1
Questions 1-7
Look at the article on the next page and at the statements (1-7) below
In boxes 1-7 on your answer sheet write
NOT GIVEN if the information is not given in the passage
1 A greater number of people are at risk of becoming debtors
2 You should save up if your income is less than your expenses
3 You should keep a record of your finances on a computer file
4 Broken engines are common among imported cars
5 Window shopping can cost you a fortune
6 Your best friend can help you out while you are doing grocery shopping
7 Impulsive feelings and behaviours cannot be controlled
Trang 2Money Management
Can you manage your finance?
Nowadays, more and more people are at
risk of getting into debt It happens for
the same reason - you are in need of
several products but your earnings are
not compatible with your needs
However, there are some tips on how to
manage your money and have a healthy
financial life!
Your lifestyle should be according to
your earnings This is obvious but it is
often quite neglected – your budget
should be limited by your current
earnings You can use a spread sheet for
personal finance – just type your income
and expenditure and you will be able to
see how much money is left If you are in
the black, you can open a savings
account However, if you are in the red,
you should consider revising your
current situation The message is simple
– there is no point building up a mansion
when you can only afford to pay for a
house If you dream of buying an
imported car, you should also be aware
that any broken parts or engine will also
have to be imported and certainly costly
Avoid spending free time in the shopping
centre It is Sunday afternoon and you
would like some time out If you live
within your budget, a visit to the
shopping centre could end up in disaster
As you are wandering around, your eyes
sparkle – a brand-new product caught
your eyes window shopping Can you
resist it? If so, you may miss the
opportunity to own the product If not,
you will have to pay off a higher credit
card debt Perhaps you can have a better
time in the park where consumption may
not seem so appealing to you!
Have you got everything in your bag? It is
time you did some shopping You have got
a trolley and you are about to go round the supermarket aisles You are in the chocolate aisle Do you really need five chocolate cakes? The old shopping list is still your best friend when you do your weekly food shopping Firstly, you should write down the items you run out of You should pay attention to the special offers and tick the items as you put them in your trolley This way, you do not end up buying more than you need and feeling surprised at the checkout counter You will have a happier life if you are not controlled by impulsive feelings!
Make time to make extra money If you
realise that your income is not enough for your basic needs, then you should look for
a part-time job as a sales assistant, waiter
or bar staff at the weekends If you have some professional skills, you can consider exploring freelance opportunities Not only does it increase your earnings, but it will also give you the chance to use different abilities you may have So, instead of listening to your friends’ complaint in bars or chat rooms, you should tell them to stand up and be proactive!
These are some valuable tips for those who want to stay away from debts and manage their money effectively You will also notice that you will be able to build a brighter future if you have a well-balanced financial life today
Claire Smith is a financial advisor and regular writer for Your Money magazine She is also the
author of the best-selling single-volume book
‘Making the most of your income’
Trang 3Questions 8-11
Look at the reading passage on the previous page
Complete the flow chart below using NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer
Write your answers in boxes 8-11
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It is important not to spend in excess of your current 8.………
You may not be able to stick to your 9.……… if you keep going
to the shopping centre
You can boost your 10.……… if you take up a part-time job
You may also find 11.……… as long as you use your abilities
Trang 4Questions 12-19
Match the exhibitions to the statements 12-19
Write the appropriate letters (A-H) in the boxes 12-19 on your answer sheet
NB Some of the exhibitions may be chosen more than once
12 You can see how wrist devices actually work
13 This exhibition provides you a helping hand for your schoolwork
14 Visitors can learn about themselves while being here
15 You are required to move about the exhibition gallery
16 Audio equipment is provided by the museum
17 A wide range of small ornaments are available here
18 You are allowed to touch antique objects here
19 This exhibition is held somewhere else
Trang 5Magnificent Exhibitions
A range of distinctive museums that can enlighten your knowledge!
A The Clock-Wise Museum
It is time to go back in time! You are now
invited to go anti-clockwise and explore
the impressive range of clocks and
watches built through the centuries! Come
and visit the incredible ‘Clock-In Room’
and learn how the clock components
function You can also see an astonishing
prototype of the Big Ben! We are open
Tuesdays to Sundays from 9 am to 5pm
B The Museum of Languages
How many languages can you speak?
Now you can learn about the language
familiarity and richness of each language
in the world! Whether it is spoken or
extinct, you will be able to look at maps,
find out where it was spoken and listen to
a poem, song or story while flicking
through the pages of a rare novel! You
will definitely read between the lines!
C World Natural History
Would you like to understand the origin of
species? So, come along and explore the
timeline which takes you back to the Big
Bang! You can follow the instructions and
see the study of human evolution from the
Prehistoric epoch until today! Our
experienced guides are ready to provide
you with interesting facts that could shed
light on your academic research!
D Transport Museum
This museum is the perfect place to get
you moving! You are invited to board an
eighteenth century locomotive and travel
through the tunnel where you can see the
history of rail transport in the UK! Other
means of transportation are also available
and you can catch a fifteenth century
cargo ship or an early aeroplane! A unique
experience of moving in the British Isles!
E International Craftwork
Do you like knitting, embroidery and woodwork? If so, this exhibition will enchant your eyes! You will be able to see the most astonishing craftsmanship in the world! Each room features a wide range of impressive crafts by continent The exhibition takes place at the British History Museum from September to March There is
a discount on child and family tickets
F The Automobile World
Welcome to the history of the most impressive vehicles! This museum houses a permanent exhibition of 400 motors, engines and cars from the nineteenth century until the Second World War You can see a variety of automobiles ranging from the most famous mass produced automobile to sophisticated Ferrari engines Here you can bring out the fantastic driver in you!
G The Oriental House
Feel like seeing an amazing exhibition of the best china? Then, you are invited to have teatime at our house! Here you can contemplate over 2,000 pieces of china while drinking genuine tea! Whether you would like to buy an authentic porcelain vase, you can come to the gift shop and purchase one of our precious miniatures carefully designed so as to resemble the original piece of china!
H Fine Art Gallery
Welcome to world of art! Here you will find the most outstanding world paintings Whether you love staring at impressionist canvas or surreal, expressionist paintings, you can be certain that you will see fascinating artwork that appeals to you! You will become self-aware and you will become enlightened after a visit to our gallery!
Trang 6PART 2
Questions 20-27
From the list of headings below, choose the most suitable heading for each paragraph
A-H
Write the appropriate numbers (i-x) in boxes 20-27 on your answer sheet
20 Paragraph A
21 Paragraph B
22 Paragraph C
23 Paragraph D
24 Paragraph E
25 Paragraph F
26 Paragraph G
27 Paragraph H
List of headings
i An immunity-boosting antioxidant
ii Maintaining wrinkle-free skin
iii A supplement for your body’s vital functions
iv Improving your eyesight naturally
v Strengthening your skeleton
vi Preventing brain cell dysfunction
vii Boosting cellular regeneration
viii Restoring your skin
ix Increasing the metabolic process
x An energy enhancing supplement
Trang 7A Multivitamin Supplement
Thank you for purchasing this product This tablet provides your body with the recommended
daily intake of the following nutrients:
A Vitamin A It is also known as Retinol, retinal, and includes beta carotene This vital nutrient for the retina as the retinal is responsible for colour vision and it is also used in low-light conditions A lack of Vitamin A can lead to night-blindness whereas an overdose can culminate in Hypervitaminosis A Vitamin A is also a retinoic acid which contributes to the growth of epithelial cells A daily intake of 900µg is recommended
B Vitamin B1 This vitamin is water-soluble and its derivative, thiamine pyrophosphate (TPP), works as a coenzyme in charge of in charge of sugar metabolism It is thus related to the breakdown of glucose so as to convert it into energy An insufficient dosage of thiamine can result in beriberi (development of lethargy and fatigue) On the other hand, an overdose can lead to drowsiness The recommended vitamin B1 intake
is 1.2mg
C Vitamin B2 It is also known as riboflavin and it is important to carbohydrate, fat and protein metabolism It is also an antioxidant as it retains a pair of hydrogen atoms (also known as free radicals) They are believed to contribute to the ageing process Riboflavin deficiency can cause ariboflavinosis, including swelling of the mouth, stomatitis, seborrheic dermatitis and anaemia A dosage of 1.3 mg B2 vitamin is recommended on a daily basis
D Vitamin B6 This nutrient is water-soluble It improves amino acid metabolism and it plays an important role in the enzymatic reaction between glucose and glycogen A lack
of B6 vitamin can lead to anaemia and damage to nerves in the peripheral nervous system An intake of B6 Vitamin is recommended and it should be between 1.3–1.7 mg
a day
E Vitamin B9 It is also known as folic acid, an important element for the synthesis and repair of DNA, cell division and growth It also reduces the risk of cancer However, a vitamin B9 deficiency can contribute to anaemia and abnormally large red cells An administration of 400 µg B9 Vitamin is recommended on a daily basis
F Vitamin B12 This vitamin is vital to the body as it is associated with blood cell formation and normal brain function It is also important for the regulation of the DNA synthesis and energy production as it also contributes to fatty acid synthesis A vitamin B12 deficiency results in anaemia and lack of red blood cells division A daily intake of 2.4 µg B12 is recommended
G Vitamin C The ascorbic acid is an antioxidant which prevents oxidative damage to cells It is also essential for synthesis of collagen and it contributes to wound-healing and prevents capillary fragility An insufficient intake of Vitamin C leads to scurvy, i.e initial symptoms include malaise, lethargy and, at an advanced stage, loss of teeth, fever and death An intake of 90 mg of Vitamin C should be administered on a daily basis
H Vitamin D This nutrient is fat-soluble and can be synthesised in the body through exposure to sunlight It is contributes to the maintenance of adequate serum concentrations and prevents toxicity It can be synthesised in the kidneys and regulates calcium and phosphate concentrations and bone remodelling A lack of Vitamin D can cause osteoporosis The recommended daily amount of Vitamin D is between 5.0 µg and10 µg
Trang 8Question 28
Choose the appropriate letter A-D and write it in box 28 on your answer sheet
28 According to the reading passage, what does recommended daily intake refer to?
A the maximum dosage of vitamin one may take each day
B the ideal amount of vitamins one should include in his/her daily diet
C the minimum daily dose of vitamins people should receive
D the highest intake of vitamins administered on a daily basis
Questions 29-31
Choose THREE letters A-G and write them in boxes 29-31 on your answer sheet Which THREE of the following does the writer highlight when describing the vitamin
supplement?
A two types of vitamins can function as antioxidants
B only people who have vitamin B deficiencies suffer from fatigue
C the growth of the cancer cells is due to the excess of vitamin B9
D the blood vessels only require a healthy dose of vitamin C
E B vitamins play an important role in human metabolism
F Vitamin D is activated by the sun on one’s skin
G night-blindness is related to vitamin A overdose
Trang 9PART 3
Questions 32-35
Look at the article on page 11 and at the statements (32-35) below
In boxes 32-35 on your answer sheet write
NOT GIVEN if the information is not given in the passage
32 Coaches are not limited to sports stadiums
33 A life coach holds a degree in psychology or counselling
34 Clients are expected to have excellent interpersonal skills
35 Business coaches are more specialised than personal coaches
Question 36
Choose the appropriate letter A-D and write it in box 36 on your answer sheet
36 From the list below, choose the most suitable piece of advice a coach may give to a
client according to the reading passage:
A People should look at the problem from another perspective
B Executives should take more risk as far as risk sharing is concerned
C Family members are encouraged to take others to court
D Coaches have to decide on a career their teens should pursue
Trang 10Question 37
Choose the appropriate letter A-D and write it in box 37 on your answer sheet
37 According to the writer, what occurs when people attempt to solve a problem?
A Problems are left unresolved if people do not have a coach
B Those who are confident cannot find a reasonable solution
C People may leave a bad situation and get into a worse one
D They get distressed if they do not work out a solution
Questions 38-40
Complete the table below
Choose NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS from the passage for each answer
Write your answers in boxes 38-40 on your answer sheet
Summary
When a problem occurs, people tend to be 38 …… and are unwilling to come up
with solutions to the problem
Life coaches are experts in 39 …… and can provide a new way of leading people
to 40 ……