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IELTS Tips - Learn General IELTS Reading Skills
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
Knowing which general IELTS reading skills are tested should help you to score better on your general IELTS test.
READ MORE - IELTS Tips - Learn General IELTS Reading Skills
IELTS Book - IELTS Preparation and Practice
Monday, July 25, 2011
Vladimir Pejovic, Michael Nicklin, Peggy Read
"IELTS Preparation and Practice"
Oxford University Press (1999-10-08)
Oxford University Press (1999-10-08)
ISBN 0195540948 | 160 Pages | Djvu | 8.8 Mb
* The book is a part of a complete training course for students intending to sit the IELTS
(International English Language Testing System).
* It reflects the format of the test and develops the necessary skills for reading and writing module.
* Practice tests are provided, together with step-by-step descriptions and models of how to answer test questions.
* Includes useful tips.
* Answer Key.
* The contributing authors are accredited IELTS examiners.
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IELTS Reading - Reading Comprehension Free IELTS Practice Test 7 (Travelling)
Sunday, July 24, 2011
IELTS Reading - Reading Comprehension Free IELTS Practice Test 6 (Working Abroad)
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Monday, June 27, 2011IELTS Reading - IELTS Academic Reading Module
Sunday, June 26, 2011
The IELTS Academic Reading consists of 3 reading passages and 40 questions total. Each item receives one mark.
The number of items per passage may vary but the the total number of questions will remain 40.
How Long is the Ielts Academic Reading Module?
60 minutes
No extra time is given to transfer your answers to the answer sheet so you should record your answers on the answer sheet as you go!
What are the Academic Reading texts like?
Passages are taken from original sources like magazines, books, newspapers and even medical journals. You can expect to see material similar to what you would see in any university course. There can also be non-verbal material such as diagrams and graphs.
Expect a variety of styles and issues that are of interest to the world we currently live in. One passage usually contains very detailed information about a particular subject while other passages may be more general.
How long are the Ielts Academic Reading texts?
The total word count for the three passages will not exceed 3000 words. Normally, the total is about 2,500 words.
What are the questions like?
The basic question types follow. You will see a combination of these types of questions...
The number of items per passage may vary but the the total number of questions will remain 40.
How Long is the Ielts Academic Reading Module?
60 minutes
No extra time is given to transfer your answers to the answer sheet so you should record your answers on the answer sheet as you go!
What are the Academic Reading texts like?
Passages are taken from original sources like magazines, books, newspapers and even medical journals. You can expect to see material similar to what you would see in any university course. There can also be non-verbal material such as diagrams and graphs.
Expect a variety of styles and issues that are of interest to the world we currently live in. One passage usually contains very detailed information about a particular subject while other passages may be more general.
How long are the Ielts Academic Reading texts?
The total word count for the three passages will not exceed 3000 words. Normally, the total is about 2,500 words.
What are the questions like?
The basic question types follow. You will see a combination of these types of questions...
- Multiple Choice
- Sentence Completion
- Short Answer
- Table Summary - note fill in
- Diagram Labelling
- Paragraph or Section Headings
- Information Location
- Identifying Writer’s Views
- Classification
- Matching
- Flow-Chart Completion
IELTS Reading - Reading Comprehension Free IELTS Practice Test 4
IELTS Reading - Reading Comprehension Free IELTS Practice Test 3
Saturday, June 25, 2011IELTS Reading - Reading Comprehension Free IELTS Practice Test 2
IELTS Reading - Reading Comprehension Free IELTS Practice Test 1
Wednesday, June 22, 2011IELTS Reading - Academic Reading - The Family of Germanicus
Tuesday, June 21, 2011
The Family of Germanicus
Germanicus is not a name that many people are familiar with today, but the man and his family are central figures in the story of one of the most colourful imperial dynasties the world has ever known – the Julio-Claudians.
The Julio-Claudians get their name from two families of the old Roman republic. Both families were old. The Julians had an impeccable aristocratic pedigree, while the Claudians were one of the most politically powerful families in the state. The two were thrown together into an alliance during the troubles which gripped Rome during the fall of the Republic. Julius Caesar, the most famous member of the Julian family, led his legions in the conquest of Rome. Though Caesar was a great general, he lacked the political skills to control the Roman senate and Caesar was killed by the senators during one of their meetings. Another round of civil wars followed, and Caesar's great-nephew, Augustus, became the ruler of Rome. In contrast to Caesar, Augustus was a superb, uncompromising and ruthless politician. Early in his career he realized that his family could not rule alone, and he allied himself with the Claudians by marrying a woman called Livia Drusilla. Livia was not only a Claudian herself, but the former wife of another Claudian. She had two children by her first marriage, Tiberius and Drusus. When he grew up, Drusus married Antonia, the daughter of Mark Antony. They had two children, one called Claudius and the other named Tiberius after his uncle and grandfather (Tiberius was a common Roman name, and often used for members of the Claudian family.) Tiberius joined the army while he was still a young man, and turned out to be an excellent soldier. At the time, the Romans were busy with a major war in Germany. This war had not been going well, and the Romans lost a number of legions during a major battle in the Teutonwald forest. Tiberius was one of the commanders who helped to restore the power of Rome, and to celebrate his victories, and to distinguish him from his uncle, the soldiers started calling him Germanicus. Germanicus, or Nero Claudius Drusus Germanicus to give him his proper name, was not only an excellent commander, but one who took great care that his soldiers were well supplied and looked after. He was loved by the troops he commanded and this love helped him to bring the legions back under control when they mutinied on hearing of the death of Augustus. Since Augustus had no sons he had adopted Tiberius, the uncle of Germanicus. As the son of Augustus, Tiberius became emperor after him. Augustus had known how popular Germanicus was, and considered adopting him instead of Tiberius, but instead adopted Tiberius and made Tiberius adopt Germanicus. His plan was that power should go from himself, to Tiberius and then to Germanicus and his sons. Germanicus had already become closer to the Julian family by his marriage to Agrippina, the grand-daughter of Augustus. Sadly, the glittering career of Germanicus did not happen. From Germany he want to Asia Minor where he again won victories for Rome, but on his return from a trip to Egypt he became ill and died. Some modern historians believe that Germanicus died of malaria, but Germanicus and his wife were both convinced that he had been poisoned by his enemies. Among those they suspected was Tiberius, the emperor, since it was felt he wanted power to pass to his own son rather than to Germanicus. With the clear line of succession destroyed, members of the imperial court started to plot and scheme to see who would be emperor after Tiberius, who was already an old man. The conspiracies drew in the surviving members of the family of Germanicus, and the two eldest boys were accused of treason and killed. One daughter, Julia Livilla, was married to the son of Tiberius and is believed to have poisoned him – partly to help the plots of her lover and partly to avenge the 'poisoning' of her father. Agrippina, the wife of Germanicus was exiled and starved herself to death. One boy survived, a young man called Gaius. Tiberius made him live in his house where he could watch him carefully, but also because Tiberius was true to his promise that when he died the children of Germanicus would come to power. Gaius did indeed become emperor, but the mental stress of the earlier years could not be undone, and he is known today as the mad emperor Caligula. Gaius Caligula was assassinated, but history had not done with the children of Germanicus. The next emperor was Claudius, the brother of Germanicus. He married, another daughter of Germanicus called Agrippina after her mother. Agrippina, a direct descendant of Augustus, was thus the wife and niece of Claudius, the sister of Caligula, and eventually, the mother of another emperor. This was Nero, the tyrant emperor whose death marked the end of the descendants of Germanicus and the Julio-Claudian dynasty of emperors. |
Fill in the missing names in this family tree
| Family Tree | ||||||||
| Augustus |  married | 1. | ||||||
 | | |||||||
| Julia | Tiberius | Drusus | married | Antonia | ||||
| | |||||||
| Agrippina | married | Germanicus | 2. | |||||
| ||||||||
| 3. | Drusilla | Agrippina | Drusus | Nero | Gaius Caligula | |||
| ||||||||
| Nero | ||||||||
Decide if the information below is true or false or not given
| True | False | Not given | |
| 4. Agrippina, wife of Germanicus killed herself | |||
| 5. Augustus was the great-great-grandfather of Nero | |||
| 6. Claudius was the father-in-law of Caligula | |||
| 7. Antonia was Livia's daughter-in-law | |||
| 8. Agrippina was the daughter of Tiberius | |||
| 9. Two of Germanicus' children died soon after birth | |||
| 10. Nero had no brothers or sisters | |||
| 11. Julia Livilla plotted to poison her lover |
Fill in the family relationship described below
A. Grandmother B. Stepson C. Brother D. Mother-in-law E. Daughter F. Grandson G. Nephew
| 12. Livia was Antonia's ...... |
| 13. Gaius Caligula was Claudius' ....... |
| 14. Germanicus was Livia's ........ |
| 15. Antonia was Gaius Caligula's ...... |
| 16. Drusus was Augustus' ...... |
Answers
1. Livia
2. Claudius
3. Julia Livilla
4. true
5. true
6. false
7. true
8. false
9. not given
10. not given
11. false
12. D
13. G
14. F
15. A
16. B
Source: English-online
IELTS Reading - Academic Reading - Academic Reading Samples
Texts for the Academic Reading test are taken from books, journals, magazines and newspapers.
A variety of question types is used including multiple choice, identifying information, identifying writer's views, matching information, sentence completion, flow-chart completion, diagram label completion, short answer questions and more.
A selection of sample tasks is included below.
| Downloadable Academic Reading sample tasks |
|---|
| Diagram label completion (PDF, 61KB) |
| Identifying information (PDF, 35KB) |
| Identifying writer's views (PDF, 56KB) |
| Matching features (PDF, 22KB) |
| Matching headings (PDF, 26KB) |
| Multiple choice questions (PDF, 21KB) |
| Table completion (PDF, 59KB) |
| Academic Reading answer sheet | ||
|---|---|---|
| IELTS Reading answer sheet (PDF, 130KB) |
Source: ielts.org
IELTS Reading - IELTS Grammar Practice Test (2)
Wednesday, June 15, 2011
Section 1a: Read the information on the right and answer Questions 1-7
Hidden Treasures Music Store September Edition Members’ Newsletter
Stockists of rare and collectors’ items – take a walk down Memory Lane!
J – Jazz B – Blues R – Rock & Roll
New arrivals this month
| Under £20 | ||
| Bill Benjamin | J | - a rare chance to buy the artist’s first album, 5 copies in stock. |
| Gerome and the Jives | R | - 10 copies remaining – reduced from £30. |
| Giles Bertram* | B | - *Currently out of stock. Expected delivery 25/09 |
| The Rockerbillies | R | - Digitally remastered for enhanced quality. |
| Under £30 | ||
| Clyde Forstrum | J/B | -A mix of cover songs from a variety of Jazz and Blues’ best known artists. |
| The Kings of Temple Street | B | - Award winning Blues band from New Orleans. |
| Brian Jefferson | B | - included the chart-topping song “Forever Yours’. |
| Janine Reynard | R | - Special offer this month only – usually £55 |
| Under £50 | ||
| The Real McCoy | R | - voted their best album of all time by K20 radio listeners. |
| Seeking Solitude | J | - first time available in store |
| Johnny Baxter | B | - new arrival from the USA, only available from Hidden Treasures here in the UK |
| Jessica Wilson | B/J | - the UK’s best known female jazz and blues star. |
Additional Special Offers
£20 voucher available with any purchase over £100 (Available until 5th October)
Free delivery for orders within the UK over £6 (valid until September 30th)
Customers making purchases over £60 are automatically entered into our prize draw (1st prize £100 music voucher, 2nd prize £50).
£20 voucher available with any purchase over £100 (Available until 5th October)
Free delivery for orders within the UK over £6 (valid until September 30th)
Customers making purchases over £60 are automatically entered into our prize draw (1st prize £100 music voucher, 2nd prize £50).
Delivery Details
A postage and packing charge applies to all deliveries unless otherwise specified in a special offer.
Within the United Kingdom:
£6.50 regular post
£16.80 Courier Service (next day delivery)
£6.50 regular post
£16.80 Courier Service (next day delivery)
Outside the United Kingdom - Contact us for prices to your destination as charges vary or visit www.hiddentreasuresms.co.uk for more details.
Surface Delivery (allow approximately 6-8 weeks for delivery)
Airmail Delivery (between 1-2 weeks for most countries)
Airmail Delivery (between 1-2 weeks for most countries)
Questions 1-7
In boxes 1-7 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
1. The Bill Benjamin album is more readily available than the Gerome and the Jives album.
2. The Blues album on sale for less than £20 will be available from the middle of September.
3. The Janine Reynard album is only available at the cheaper price for a limited time.
4. The Seeking Solitude jazz album is available for the first time in the U.K.
5. Jessica Wilson is a famous female blues and jazz artist from the U.K.
6. Not all special offers are available to customers outside the U.K.
7. Express delivery in the UK costs £6.50.
Section 1b: Read the information about rules and regulations for members of a leisure centre and answer Questions 8-10
Rules and Regulations for Members of Brightwood Leisure Centre
Membership allows an individual to use the leisure centre’s facilities subject to the conditions of their membership and availability. Please note prices may change and/or increase from time to time.
All members must read and agree to follow the rules below before using the leisure centre facilities.
Membership Rules
General
1. The owners reserve the right to terminate membership for breach of the rules, or behaviour which is damaging to the character or interests of the club or offensive to other members or staff.
2. Members must advise staff of any personal disability or illness such as a heart condition, eye or hearing problems and other conditions before using the facilities to help to avoid accidents or injuries to themselves and others.
3. Whilst using the club facilities all Members accept responsibility for their state of health and physical condition.
4. The owners' responsibility or liability for damage or loss to Members' property is strictly limited to any damage or loss occuring as a direct result of the negligence of owners or their staff.
5. No pets will be allowed in the club or its grounds with the exception of guide dogs.
6. Entry to the club is permitted only through the main reception entrance.
7. The owners may at any time withdraw all or any part of the club facilities for any period or periods where and when it is necessary for repair, maintenance, alteration or for safety reasons.
Making Changes to Membership
All memberships are payable monthly by Direct Debit - normally taken on the 5th of each month.
If you wish to cancel your membership, you must contact the Membership Secretary in writing giving 2 weeks’ notice. Joining fees will not be refunded unless you cancel within 14 days of joining.
In the case of having to temporarily suspend membership due to long/medium term injury, illness or pregnancy, you must obtain written acceptance of the suspension from the Club Manager.
All membership is personal to each Member, however it is possible to transfer membership to another names person providing notice is given to the Membership Secretary by the 15th of the month. The transferee will be required to complete a Membership Application form but will not be required to pay a joining fee or pay any of the membership subscriptions which have been paid in advance by the original member.
A Member who wishes to transfer membership may not actively market such a transfer (for example on the internet) and may only transfer to a friend or family member.
General
1. The owners reserve the right to terminate membership for breach of the rules, or behaviour which is damaging to the character or interests of the club or offensive to other members or staff.
2. Members must advise staff of any personal disability or illness such as a heart condition, eye or hearing problems and other conditions before using the facilities to help to avoid accidents or injuries to themselves and others.
3. Whilst using the club facilities all Members accept responsibility for their state of health and physical condition.
4. The owners' responsibility or liability for damage or loss to Members' property is strictly limited to any damage or loss occuring as a direct result of the negligence of owners or their staff.
5. No pets will be allowed in the club or its grounds with the exception of guide dogs.
6. Entry to the club is permitted only through the main reception entrance.
7. The owners may at any time withdraw all or any part of the club facilities for any period or periods where and when it is necessary for repair, maintenance, alteration or for safety reasons.
Making Changes to Membership
All memberships are payable monthly by Direct Debit - normally taken on the 5th of each month.
If you wish to cancel your membership, you must contact the Membership Secretary in writing giving 2 weeks’ notice. Joining fees will not be refunded unless you cancel within 14 days of joining.
In the case of having to temporarily suspend membership due to long/medium term injury, illness or pregnancy, you must obtain written acceptance of the suspension from the Club Manager.
All membership is personal to each Member, however it is possible to transfer membership to another names person providing notice is given to the Membership Secretary by the 15th of the month. The transferee will be required to complete a Membership Application form but will not be required to pay a joining fee or pay any of the membership subscriptions which have been paid in advance by the original member.
A Member who wishes to transfer membership may not actively market such a transfer (for example on the internet) and may only transfer to a friend or family member.
Lockers
Lockers are provided to secure and protect your personal belongings and valuables while exercising. For security reasons and the benefits of other members all lockers must be emptied by the end of each visit.
All lockers will be checked and emptied by leisure centre staff at the end of every day and any contents will be disposed of for security reasons. This policy is adopted for Member's safety and security.
Lockers are provided to secure and protect your personal belongings and valuables while exercising. For security reasons and the benefits of other members all lockers must be emptied by the end of each visit.
All lockers will be checked and emptied by leisure centre staff at the end of every day and any contents will be disposed of for security reasons. This policy is adopted for Member's safety and security.
Personal Belongings
Our liability to compensate you in the case of loss or damage other than death or personal injury is limited to a reasonable amount having regard to such factors as to whether the damage was due to a negligent act or omission by us.
If any personal property is found please hand in at the reception. Any property that is not claimed within 28 days will be donated to a local charity.
Our liability to compensate you in the case of loss or damage other than death or personal injury is limited to a reasonable amount having regard to such factors as to whether the damage was due to a negligent act or omission by us.
If any personal property is found please hand in at the reception. Any property that is not claimed within 28 days will be donated to a local charity.
Cars must be parked correctly in the car park. No liability is accepted for loss or damage to cars or property and are left at the owners risk.
Questions 8-10
Choose the correct letter A, B, C or D.
Write your answers in boxes 8-10 on your answer sheet.
8. Members who upset other users of the leisure centre
- (a) will be reported to the Club Manager (b) will be given a warning (c) will have their membership cancelled (d) will be reported to the Membership Secretary
9. Membership may be put on hold
- (a) within 14 days of joining (b) through arrangement with the manager of the club (c) if the Membership Secretary agrees (d) in cases of injury only
10. Damage to members’ vehicles
- (a) is unlikely due to secure parking (b) will be paid for by the centre if it is their fault (c) is not the responsibility of the centre (d) may result due to negligence
Rules and Regulations for Members Bringing Guests and Children to the Leisure Centre
Members' Guests over 18.
Members are welcome to introduce guests to the club. Guests are required to register, pay the current guest fee and must be accompanied by a Member.
Members must ensure that their guests are fully aware of the clubs Terms & Conditions and Rules & Regulations.
Members are welcome to introduce guests to the club. Guests are required to register, pay the current guest fee and must be accompanied by a Member.
Members must ensure that their guests are fully aware of the clubs Terms & Conditions and Rules & Regulations.
Each Member can introduce the same person no more than 6 times per year as a guest.
The owners take no responsibility for accidents, injuries, misadventure, theft or damage to personal belongings experienced by guests of the club.
Children
Members are allowed to bring their children to the leisure centre during certain hours. Children's hours are Monday to Friday 10am - 12noon and 3pm - 5pm. At weekends and on national holidays children are allowed to use the centre between 12 noon - 4pm.
A child is any individual under 16. All under 16's should be supervised by an adult (over 18) when using the facilities during children’s hours. At age 17 all users must pay an adult membership fee.
Children under the age of 12 are not allowed to use the steam room, hot spa or sauna.
Children
Members are allowed to bring their children to the leisure centre during certain hours. Children's hours are Monday to Friday 10am - 12noon and 3pm - 5pm. At weekends and on national holidays children are allowed to use the centre between 12 noon - 4pm.
A child is any individual under 16. All under 16's should be supervised by an adult (over 18) when using the facilities during children’s hours. At age 17 all users must pay an adult membership fee.
Children under the age of 12 are not allowed to use the steam room, hot spa or sauna.
Questions 11-14
Complete each sentence with the correct ending A-G below.
Write the correct letter A-G in boxes 11-14 on your answer sheet.
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11. Adult guests are not allowed to use the facilities
12. Non members can visit the gym
13. Children are not allowed to use the leisure centre.
14. 11 year olds
Section 2a: Read the information on the right and answer Questions 15-20
Brightwall International College of Business
Tertiary Programme Support
What is Tertiary Programme Support?
Tertiary Programme Support classes are English language focussed classes available for international students already enrolled in a business programme. The classes are offered twice per week – on Wednesday afternoons from 2-4pm and Friday mornings from 9.30-11.30am. Lecture classes begin the week after Orientation; however, Tertiary Programme Support classes commence during the induction week.
Tertiary Programme Support classes are English language focussed classes available for international students already enrolled in a business programme. The classes are offered twice per week – on Wednesday afternoons from 2-4pm and Friday mornings from 9.30-11.30am. Lecture classes begin the week after Orientation; however, Tertiary Programme Support classes commence during the induction week.
Why should you attend Tertiary Programme Support?
The classes are aimed at helping you to gain good marks in your assignments. They will not only help you to improve your grammar and vocabulary and they will also ensure that you know how to write reports and assignments in the correct way. Tertiary Programme Support also teaches you how to use sources of information for your projects and how to reference these sources correctly.
The classes are aimed at helping you to gain good marks in your assignments. They will not only help you to improve your grammar and vocabulary and they will also ensure that you know how to write reports and assignments in the correct way. Tertiary Programme Support also teaches you how to use sources of information for your projects and how to reference these sources correctly.
Do I have to Attend?
Tertiary Programme Support classes are compulsory for all students who have an IELTS score of less than 6.0 in their first academic year. However, classes are available for all students who wish to attend. Since classes do not just focus on English language, but also help students build their academic skills, we recommend that everyone attends Tertiary Programme Support for at least the first semester.
Tertiary Programme Support classes are compulsory for all students who have an IELTS score of less than 6.0 in their first academic year. However, classes are available for all students who wish to attend. Since classes do not just focus on English language, but also help students build their academic skills, we recommend that everyone attends Tertiary Programme Support for at least the first semester.
How much does it cost?
There is no additional fee for attending the classes. The Academic Skills handbook which accompanies the course and is mandatory is available in the campus bookstore for $25.95. The cost of the actual class is subsidized by the institute and included in your course fees.
There is no additional fee for attending the classes. The Academic Skills handbook which accompanies the course and is mandatory is available in the campus bookstore for $25.95. The cost of the actual class is subsidized by the institute and included in your course fees.
Additional Seminars this Month:
Library Orientation
If you are having difficulty finding the reference sources you need to write a quality assignment, we recommend that you sign up for the library orientation. Sessions will be held week commencing March 10th and each seminar group is restricted to 15 students (number of groups will be confirmed depending on demand). If you are interested, please enrol at the library reception before February 15th (late enrolments requests will not be accepted).
The seminar includes information on:
Using books and journals available in the library
Searching for journals on-line
Skills for identifying useful sources of information
Understanding Academic Language
Using books and journals available in the library
Searching for journals on-line
Skills for identifying useful sources of information
Understanding Academic Language
Questions 15-20
In boxes 15-20 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
15. Tertiary Programme Support classes begin after lectures have started.
16. Students who attend the Tertiary Support Classes gain higher marks than those who do not.
17. All international students have to attend Tertiary Support Classes in their first year of study.
18. Students must be in possession of the course book.
19. A maximum of 15 students are able to attend the library orientation seminar.
20. There is a deadline for signing up for the library orientation.
Section 2b: Look at the Student Support Services A-E on the right. Write the correct letter A-E in boxes 21-27 on your answer sheet.
Additional Student Support Services
The institute offers additional support services for its students. Here is some brief information on our support departments.
A Careers Guidance
Situated in Longsdon House on South Campus and open from Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm. You are welcome to use the job search lounge at any time during business hours. If you wish to make an appointment with a careers advisor do so in reception. The service is popular and highly valued by our students so expect a waiting time of 1-2 weeks before receiving an appointment.
Situated in Longsdon House on South Campus and open from Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm. You are welcome to use the job search lounge at any time during business hours. If you wish to make an appointment with a careers advisor do so in reception. The service is popular and highly valued by our students so expect a waiting time of 1-2 weeks before receiving an appointment.
B Work Experience
If you are interested in undertaking a work experience placement at some point during your course, please inform the Head of Department for the school you are studying with. They will try their best to make arrangements for you to take on a position which matches your studies and chosen future career.
If you are interested in undertaking a work experience placement at some point during your course, please inform the Head of Department for the school you are studying with. They will try their best to make arrangements for you to take on a position which matches your studies and chosen future career.
C Counselling
Students experiencing emotional difficulties are encouraged to make an appointment with one of our counsellors. This service guarantees complete confidentiality and is operated by professionals from the local health authority. Counselling sessions are available on all three of the institution’s campuses and there is a free phone number available to make an appointment.
Students experiencing emotional difficulties are encouraged to make an appointment with one of our counsellors. This service guarantees complete confidentiality and is operated by professionals from the local health authority. Counselling sessions are available on all three of the institution’s campuses and there is a free phone number available to make an appointment.
D Health Clinic
The student health clinic is situated on North Campus in the main building. The clinic offers services including routine health checks, women’s health and vaccinations. Appointments are necessary and the clinic is in operation Monday to Wednesday 9am-12pm only. This is not an emergency service (students requiring emergency medical attention should visit the Accident and Emergency Department of Meadowland Hospital).
The student health clinic is situated on North Campus in the main building. The clinic offers services including routine health checks, women’s health and vaccinations. Appointments are necessary and the clinic is in operation Monday to Wednesday 9am-12pm only. This is not an emergency service (students requiring emergency medical attention should visit the Accident and Emergency Department of Meadowland Hospital).
E Emergency Support Line
This telephone service is operated by volunteers as is available 24 hours per day. All issues raised are treated in confidence and multi-lingual staff are available to take calls. All volunteers are required to undertake a 4 week training programme.
This telephone service is operated by volunteers as is available 24 hours per day. All issues raised are treated in confidence and multi-lingual staff are available to take calls. All volunteers are required to undertake a 4 week training programme.
Questions 21-27
For which options are the following statements true?
Write the correct letter A-E in boxes 21 - 27 on your answer sheet.
NB You may use any letter more than once.
21. This service is operated by unpaid helpers.
22. Students need to book seven to fourteen days in advance.
23. The student’s own faculty makes arrangements regarding this.
24. The service is provided at all of the institution’s locations.
25. The student is likely to be able to communicate in their own language.
26. The service is available every week day during office hours.
27. Afternoon appointments are not available.
Section 3:The Reading Passage has seven sections A-G. Answer Questions 28-40 on your answer sheet.
Additional Student Support Services
The institute offers additional support services for its students. Here is some brief information on our support departments.
A Careers Guidance
Situated in Longsdon House on South Campus and open from Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm. You are welcome to use the job search lounge at any time during business hours. If you wish to make an appointment with a careers advisor do so in reception. The service is popular and highly valued by our students so expect a waiting time of 1-2 weeks before receiving an appointment.
Situated in Longsdon House on South Campus and open from Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm. You are welcome to use the job search lounge at any time during business hours. If you wish to make an appointment with a careers advisor do so in reception. The service is popular and highly valued by our students so expect a waiting time of 1-2 weeks before receiving an appointment.
B Work Experience
If you are interested in undertaking a work experience placement at some point during your course, please inform the Head of Department for the school you are studying with. They will try their best to make arrangements for you to take on a position which matches your studies and chosen future career.
If you are interested in undertaking a work experience placement at some point during your course, please inform the Head of Department for the school you are studying with. They will try their best to make arrangements for you to take on a position which matches your studies and chosen future career.
C Counselling
Students experiencing emotional difficulties are encouraged to make an appointment with one of our counsellors. This service guarantees complete confidentiality and is operated by professionals from the local health authority. Counselling sessions are available on all three of the institution’s campuses and there is a free phone number available to make an appointment.
Students experiencing emotional difficulties are encouraged to make an appointment with one of our counsellors. This service guarantees complete confidentiality and is operated by professionals from the local health authority. Counselling sessions are available on all three of the institution’s campuses and there is a free phone number available to make an appointment.
D Health Clinic
The student health clinic is situated on North Campus in the main building. The clinic offers services including routine health checks, women’s health and vaccinations. Appointments are necessary and the clinic is in operation Monday to Wednesday 9am-12pm only. This is not an emergency service (students requiring emergency medical attention should visit the Accident and Emergency Department of Meadowland Hospital).
The student health clinic is situated on North Campus in the main building. The clinic offers services including routine health checks, women’s health and vaccinations. Appointments are necessary and the clinic is in operation Monday to Wednesday 9am-12pm only. This is not an emergency service (students requiring emergency medical attention should visit the Accident and Emergency Department of Meadowland Hospital).
E Emergency Support Line
This telephone service is operated by volunteers as is available 24 hours per day. All issues raised are treated in confidence and multi-lingual staff are available to take calls. All volunteers are required to undertake a 4 week training programme.
This telephone service is operated by volunteers as is available 24 hours per day. All issues raised are treated in confidence and multi-lingual staff are available to take calls. All volunteers are required to undertake a 4 week training programme.
Questions 28-32
Which paragraph contains the following information?
Write the correct letters A-G in boxes 28-32 on your answer sheet.
28. Details of treatment alternatives for worse case scenario depression.
29. Information regarding cases where drug treatment is inappropriate.
30. Details of how those diagnosed with depression may be more vulnerable than other members of society.
31. Information about society’s attitudes to depression and similar illnesses.
32. Information regarding why estimates of incidence of future growth in cases may be overly exaggerated.
Questions 33-35
Choose THREE letters A-G
Write your answers in boxes 33-35 on your answer sheet.
NB Your answers may be given in any order
Which THREE of the following statements are true of depression?
- Governments have generally failed to take action to educate the general public about the condition.
- The highest reported number of cases are in the USA.
- In Britain, it is likely that there are more individuals who live with the condition without the help of a doctor than those being officially treated.
- Clinical depression may be triggered by divorce.
- Lethargy may be one of the symptoms of depression.
- Prescribed pharmaceuticals have radically changed over recent years.
- Approaches to treating depression are not universal.
Questions 36-40
Complete the summary of paragraphs F and G with the list of words A-L below.
Write the correct letter A-L in boxes 36-40 on your answer sheet.
Whilst recovery through counselling rather than medicine may be more 36.____, results once achieved may have more 37.____ with some patients. Counselling sessions are geared towards improving the subject's relationship with others and their own 38.____, encouraging sufferers of depression to take on a more 39.____ outlook. The extent to which genetic disposition and sociological factors impact on state of mind is 40.____. Many people undergoing counselling therapy do so with the purpose of unlearning negative behaviour and reactions.
A. gratifying | B. longevity | C. ambition | D. optimistic |
E. pessimistic | F. difficulty | G. inconclusive | H. self-image |
I. gradual | J. unequivocal | K. immediate | L. categorical |
IELTS Reading - Reading Practice Test (1)
CHARITY FUN RUN
Dear Supporter,
I am writing to invite you to join us for our Annual Fun Run which will be held this year on Sunday 18th August. The run starts from the school grounds and participants are able to choose to take part in a 2, 5 or 10 kilometer run.
Last year we raised a total of $15,450 which was donated to the children’s hospital and this year we expect to raise over $16,000. This year, we are raising money which will be used to develop the village recreational center.
To confirm your registration, email funrunsuccess@edu.com or telephone 01784 5337841. As soon as you are registered you simply start collecting your sponsors and come along on the day!
Further instructions are found below, please read them carefully.
Looking forward to seeing you on Sunday 18th August,
D. Jackson
Fun Run Co-ordinator
Thanks in advance for your support!
Moorfields School Fun Run
START TIMES
10 Kilometre Run – 8am
5 Kilometre Run – 8.30am
2 Kilometre Run – 9am
5 Kilometre Run – 8.30am
2 Kilometre Run – 9am
ROUTE MAPS
Details are available on our website www.moorfieldsschool.com and will also be available on the day from school reception. All routes will be signposted and there will be marshals stationed along the routes providing cold drinks for runners. If you feel ill or need assistance at any time during the run, please let one of the marshals know and they will be able to help you.
Details are available on our website www.moorfieldsschool.com and will also be available on the day from school reception. All routes will be signposted and there will be marshals stationed along the routes providing cold drinks for runners. If you feel ill or need assistance at any time during the run, please let one of the marshals know and they will be able to help you.
WHAT TO WEAR
Shorts and tee-shirts should be fine; however, we recommend you bring a light raincoat in case of bad weather. Comfortable running shoes are a must! Please avoid wearing new trainers on the day to avoid foot problems.
Shorts and tee-shirts should be fine; however, we recommend you bring a light raincoat in case of bad weather. Comfortable running shoes are a must! Please avoid wearing new trainers on the day to avoid foot problems.
PARKING
The school car park behind C-block (the language department) will be open on the day. Drive in through the main gates then turn right. Westhill Leisure Centre (across the road from the school) will also allow runners to park their cars there on the day.
The school car park behind C-block (the language department) will be open on the day. Drive in through the main gates then turn right. Westhill Leisure Centre (across the road from the school) will also allow runners to park their cars there on the day.
WHAT HAPPENS AFTER THE RUN?
There will be a number of entertainers including face-painting and the school band. Food and drink stalls will be available. There will also be a prize-giving event for runners who finish 1st and 2nd in each of the runs and two cinema tickets are available for the best fancy dress if you are interested in running in a special costume!
There will be a number of entertainers including face-painting and the school band. Food and drink stalls will be available. There will also be a prize-giving event for runners who finish 1st and 2nd in each of the runs and two cinema tickets are available for the best fancy dress if you are interested in running in a special costume!
We expect the whole day to finish at around 4pm.
Questions 1-7
Answer the questions below using NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER from the text for each answer.
Write your answers in boxes 1-7 on your answer sheet.
1. How many different lengths of route are there?
2. To whom was the money raised in last year's event given to?
3. How much money do the organisers expect to raise this year?
4. What refreshment will be available from the officials stationed along the route?
5. What do all runners have to wear on the day?
6. Where can participants leave their cars if they do not park at the school?
7. What prize can the runner wearing the best costume win?
Answer the questions below using NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER from the text for each answer.
Write your answers in boxes 1-7 on your answer sheet.
1. How many different lengths of route are there?
2. To whom was the money raised in last year's event given to?
3. How much money do the organisers expect to raise this year?
4. What refreshment will be available from the officials stationed along the route?
5. What do all runners have to wear on the day?
6. Where can participants leave their cars if they do not park at the school?
7. What prize can the runner wearing the best costume win?
Section 1b: The list of tour options for holiday-makers on the right has nine tour descriptions A to I. Read them and answer Questions 8-14.
Tour Details
A. Learn more about Maori culture, food, dance, performing arts and the internationally famous Haka. The tour involves lectures on Maori traditions an etiquette; particularly customs for welcoming to and visiting a marae – the meeting house of Maori tribes. Experience an authentic cultural show in one of the country’s best-known Maori performance venues.
B. Whether your motivation is to be eco-friendly or simply to enjoy the great outdoors and keep fit while on holiday, our cycling tours of NZ can cater to your needs. Coaches are on hand to transport the group from A to B where distances are far and discounts on wine tours and quad bike tours are also available.
C. Ornithologists unite for this spectacular trip which focuses on the wide variety of species that share our home. Visit the nesting areas of our native birds and the north island gannet colony of Muriwai. Guest lecturers will also give an insight into the now extinct species – the Great Moa – the largest bird ever known to have lived on our shores.
D. This tour is a must for appreciators of the outdoors and lovers of what is known in New Zealand as 'tramping'. Ideal for those who prefer to make their own way, not reliant on transport! See some of the most beautiful countryside Aotearoa (Maori for New Zealand) has to offer. A reasonable fitness level is required though no steep paths or climbing is involved.
E. An education programme which focuses on lectures and field trips based our the natural world. Visit the Auckland museum to see the informative display of animals and plants of New Zealand. Guest speakers include professors and researchers from our most prominent universities.
F. Where two oceans meet; experience the beauty of nature, the expanse of the land and endless beaches and coastline. Often described as the ‘winterless north’ due to the mild climate, we offer a variety of trips year round.
G. The centre of the north island offers many opportunities to experience naturally occurring thermal phenomenon such as the hot pools, mud pools, and geysers in national parks alive with sub-terranean activity. The tour is three days in duration and accommodation in Rotorua is provided for our clients.
H. Travelling by luxury, air-conditioned tour bus, we partake in some of the best food and beverages New Zealand has to offer. Visit 5 of the country’s largest exporting vineyards and take advantage of the discount pricing available to our clients.
I. We take you to spots inaccessible to regular vehicles. Small group sizes. Plenty of off road travel but made as comfortable as possible in our custom made jeeps. Optional walking tours each day or just relaxation if preferred at our breath-taking picnic stops. N.B. We will soon also be offering excursions in the northern tip of the North island.
Questions 8-14
Choose the correct title for each tour from the list of tour names below.
Write the correct number i-xi in boxes 8-14 on your answer sheet.
8 Tour B
9 Tour C
10 Tour D
11 Tour E
12 Tour G
13 Tour H
14 Tour I
Choose the correct title for each tour from the list of tour names below.
Write the correct number i-xi in boxes 8-14 on your answer sheet.
List of tours
|
| EXAMPLE Tour A iv |
9 Tour C
10 Tour D
11 Tour E
| EXAMPLE Tour F x |
13 Tour H
14 Tour I
Section 2a: Read the advertisement and answer Questions 15-20
CHILDCARE SOLUTIONS
NANNYING POSITIONS WORLDWIDE
Are you a qualified nanny and have at least 1 year’s post-qualification experience looking after children?
We can help you find a suitable employment position in one of 16 destination countries.
No registration fee applies for job applicants.
What do our services include?
- An online ‘matching service’ which allows you to post your CV and we will contact you if any families are interested in offering you a position.
- We conduct interviews on behalf of our clients at one of our 4 offices in the U.K.
- Arrangement of a return flight, the cost of which will be covered by your employer.
- Many positions also include medical insurance for the length of your contract.
- Arrangement of full employment contracts between you and your new employer prior to leaving the UK.
- A visa assistance service is available for countries where visas are required (additional costs apply)
You are also entitled to:
- On-going support throughout your contract in the unlikely event of experiencing difficulties
- Access to our ‘Nannies Abroad’ online network and discussion forum.
- Access to an agency staff member via our 24-hour emergency contact facility.
Call us for more information on 1800 222 649
About us
Childcare Solutions was established in 1985 by three qualified nannies who returned to the UK after 5 year’s working overseas. We understand that the opportunity to work abroad appeals to many; however, due to language barriers and safety concerns we realise that many experienced professionals are dissuaded from going ahead with their dream.
Through our established partnerships with sister organisations in 16 countries worldwide, we are able to match child care professionals with appropriate families across the globe.
We have different sized families and different lengths of contract available, so contact us today and let us know what type of work, in which location you are looking for.
Additional requirements to register with Childcare Solutions.
You must:
Be 18 years of age or older
Be able to provide evidence of a clear criminal record in the UK and any other country you have resided in for more than 6 months.
Provide 2 references (at least one from a former position)*
*Where pre-written references are provided we will contact your referees personally to reconfirm.
*Where pre-written references are provided we will contact your referees personally to reconfirm.
Provide evidence of qualifications
Be enthusiastic, reliable, flexible and hard-working!
So call us today and let us assist you in fulfilling your career goals overseas.
Questions 15-20
Do the following statements agree with the information given in the advertisement?
In boxes 15-20 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
15. Applicants are required to attend an interview with the family interested in offering a work position.
16. Childcare Solutions pays for flights for nannies placed in positions overseas.
17. Costs of visas vary depending on destination.
18. The organization was set up by experienced childcare workers.
19. Nannies are employed for a minimum of 6 months.
20. The organisation requires recommendations from two previous employers.
Questions 21-27
Each of the short paragraphs below (21-27) gives information about an education institution called Language Express.
Read each paragraph and choose which of the chapter headings in the prospectus, A-L, would contain this information.
Write the correct letter A-L in boxes 21-27 on your answer sheet.
21. Language Express provides students with access to a state-of-the-art computer laboratory, extensive library, comfortable and tranquil private study area and Language Support Tutors in the Learning Support Centre. Should you be experiencing any difficulties with your course, make an appointment with a tutor and they will be able to offer you one-to-one advice and help you plan a study schedule and access resources to assist you in meeting your learning goals.
22. Members are elected by their peers at the beginning of each academic year. They are on hand to communicate between the student body and academic and management staff of the school. Their role is to keep us informed of any requests or complaints from our students that may not be raised on an individual level. Members often also recommend social activities and are active in ensuring that everyone also enjoys their recreation time. 23. As far as we are aware, we are the only institution in our city that has such extensive links with industry. We are able to place our students in work experience positions during semester breaks which provide you with an opportunity to gain valuable work experience which will differentiate you from other applicants and help you to secure the employment position you deserve.
24. Language Express was established in 1990 and cooperates with 10 other prestigious education institutions in various countries. Graduates from our business programmes are able to cross-credit their courses into a number of nominated courses on offer at our sister institutions. Our goal is to provide quality education to our students and to assist them in achieving their goals.
25. Students of any level can join our classes; we offer instruction from beginner to advanced level. During Orientation, one of the first priorities is to arrange a test for our students so that we know which class is most suitable for them. Our weekly tests will allow you to measure your progress for yourself. Many of our students go on to enroll in one of our professional qualification courses; but whatever your interest or goals we can help you fulfil your potential.
26. Several courses are assessed purely via assignments and presentations; however, should your course involve a final test, they are held two weeks after lectures finish - this means you have a two week period in which to prepare and revise. Graduation ceremonies are held twice a year; the largest being in April and smaller ceremony in November for students who successfully finish at the end of Semester 2.
27. Semester start dates for business courses vary slightly from year to year (dates for this year and the following year are found on our website). There are three semesters each year (though students may decide to study for only two terms and take a summer school holiday). The language school intake is more flexible and students are able to begin their course on any Monday apart from in December when the institution closes for a three week holiday.
Section 3: The Reading Passage has seven sections A-G. Answer Questions 28-40 on your answer sheet.
Each of the short paragraphs below (21-27) gives information about an education institution called Language Express.
Read each paragraph and choose which of the chapter headings in the prospectus, A-L, would contain this information.
Write the correct letter A-L in boxes 21-27 on your answer sheet.
21. Language Express provides students with access to a state-of-the-art computer laboratory, extensive library, comfortable and tranquil private study area and Language Support Tutors in the Learning Support Centre. Should you be experiencing any difficulties with your course, make an appointment with a tutor and they will be able to offer you one-to-one advice and help you plan a study schedule and access resources to assist you in meeting your learning goals.
22. Members are elected by their peers at the beginning of each academic year. They are on hand to communicate between the student body and academic and management staff of the school. Their role is to keep us informed of any requests or complaints from our students that may not be raised on an individual level. Members often also recommend social activities and are active in ensuring that everyone also enjoys their recreation time. 23. As far as we are aware, we are the only institution in our city that has such extensive links with industry. We are able to place our students in work experience positions during semester breaks which provide you with an opportunity to gain valuable work experience which will differentiate you from other applicants and help you to secure the employment position you deserve.
24. Language Express was established in 1990 and cooperates with 10 other prestigious education institutions in various countries. Graduates from our business programmes are able to cross-credit their courses into a number of nominated courses on offer at our sister institutions. Our goal is to provide quality education to our students and to assist them in achieving their goals.
25. Students of any level can join our classes; we offer instruction from beginner to advanced level. During Orientation, one of the first priorities is to arrange a test for our students so that we know which class is most suitable for them. Our weekly tests will allow you to measure your progress for yourself. Many of our students go on to enroll in one of our professional qualification courses; but whatever your interest or goals we can help you fulfil your potential.
26. Several courses are assessed purely via assignments and presentations; however, should your course involve a final test, they are held two weeks after lectures finish - this means you have a two week period in which to prepare and revise. Graduation ceremonies are held twice a year; the largest being in April and smaller ceremony in November for students who successfully finish at the end of Semester 2.
27. Semester start dates for business courses vary slightly from year to year (dates for this year and the following year are found on our website). There are three semesters each year (though students may decide to study for only two terms and take a summer school holiday). The language school intake is more flexible and students are able to begin their course on any Monday apart from in December when the institution closes for a three week holiday.
Section 3: The Reading Passage has seven sections A-G. Answer Questions 28-40 on your answer sheet.
Reiki
A. The spiritual practice of Reiki was first introduced in early 20th century Japan and continues to be used by its followers today with the intention of treating physical, emotional and mental imbalances and consequent ill-health. The principles of Reiki involve techniques employed by practitioners they say will channel healing energy through the subject’s body, and advocates hold that these techniques can also be used for self-healing. The name of the practice itself stems from two Japanese characters, pronounced ‘rei’ which translates to ‘unseen’ or ‘spiritual’ and ‘ki’ meaning ‘life force’ or energy’.
B. According to Reiki philosophy, only by undergoing an attunement process performed by a Reiki Master is an individual able to access, then channel this positive energy within, this ability once established is considered to be enduring. Once attuned, it is said that an individual has the ability to allow energy to flow to weak or diseased areas of the body, so activating a natural healing process. Reiki energy is considered to be ‘intelligent energy’ in that it automatically flows to such areas; for this reason, practitioners believe that diagnosis of a specific problem is unnecessary beforehand and that the practice can be used as preventative medicine and encourage healing prior to the onset of tangible symptoms. Since healing initiated by Reiki treatment is entirely natural, many practitioners are confident that it can be used alongside any other type of treatment with out adverse affect; however, others recommend that since the patient may undergo significant internal improvement for certain ailments – diabetes, for example - careful monitoring is required since such improvements may establish a need for an alteration in medication requirements.
C. A ‘whole body’ Reiki treatment session typically lasts between 45 to 90 minutes. The subject is required to lie down – often on a treatment table – clothed in comfortable and loose fitting attire. Treatment may involve the practitioner placing their hands on the recipient in a variety of positions; however, some therapists take a non-touching approach, holding their hands a few centimeters away from the body. Hands are usually held in one position for up to 5 minutes before moving on to the next part of the body; between 12 and 20 hand positions are generally used. Those who have undergone a Reiki treatment session often state that they experienced a pleasant warmness in the area of focus and a feeling of contentment and relaxation throughout the session.
D. The healing energy is said to originate in the universe itself and is not the passing of personal energy from practitioner to patient; it is therefore thought to be inexhaustible and the personal well-being of the practitioner uncompromised. While some masters and teachers hold that subjects must be receptive to the concept in order for energy to flow, others believe that the attitude of the patient is of no consequence and that benefits will follow regardless; for this reason, those following the latter school of thought say that since Reiki requires no conscious belief it can also benefit the well-being of animals and plant life.
E. Controversy surrounds the practice of Reiki, some in opposition as they say that Reiki may offer only a perceived improvement in health and therefore only a ‘placebo’ effect. Whilst the practice of Reiki itself is not necessarily considered potentially harmful, some medical practitioners are concerned that its benefits may be over-estimated by patients and that, as a result, they may ignore or abandon conventional treatments. Others argue against the reliability of Reiki due to the lack of regulation of practitioners, holding that patients may be left vulnerable to illegitimate therapists who lack knowledge and skill. While Reiki is not connected to any particular religious doctrine, some religious leaders oppose the practice for spiritual reasons; however, others hold that the meditative principles involved in treatment have enhanced their own ability to explore and embrace their own particular religion.
F. Limited scientific studies in the authenticity of Reiki have been conducted. During research conducted by the Institute of Neurological Studies at South Glasgow University Hospital it was observed that there was a significant decrease in heart rate and blood pressure amongst subjects receiving 30 minutes of Reiki treatment as opposed to a group receiving placebo treatment of 30 minutes rest. Since the test group consisted of a small number of subjects – just 45 – the research recommendations concluded a requirement for further studies. A similarly small preliminary study into the potential effects of Reiki on patients suffering mild dementia, conducted in the USA, tentatively suggested that treatment had a positive effect on the subjects’ memory abilities; however, research limitations included insufficient analysis of potential placebo affects.
G. Other studies have also attempted to determine correlation between Reiki treatment and improvement in cancer and stroke patients. Whilst investigations into the first condition indicated a seemingly positive effect on degrees of fatigue, pain and stress experienced by sufferers, the second project failed to reveal a link between treatment and improvement in the subjects’ condition and rehabilitation. Theories have been put forward that the benefits of energy treatments such as Reiki may be scientifically attributed to the effect of electromagnetic fields; however, the majority researchers agree that more extensive investigation is required.
Questions 28-30
Choose THREE letters A-H
Write your answers in boxes 28 - 30 on your answer sheet.
N.B. Your answers may be given in any order
Which THREE of the following statements are true of Reiki?
- Principles for self-healing differ to those used on others.
- Attunement is said to have a permanent effect on the recipient
- Its preventative properties are more significant than cure.
- There are differences in opinion regarding its use with other therapies.
- The treatment typically involves contact between the therapist and the patient.
- The recipient's own energy is the key to the philosophy.
- Some therapists believe a pessimistic approach affects results.
- It is only practiced on human subjects.
Questions 31-36
Reading Passage 3 has seven paragraphs A-G.
Which paragraph contains the following information?
31. A scientific explanation of why Reiki may have positive effects.
32. An overview of the practicalities of how Reiki is performed.
33. The pre-requisite required to experience Reiki benefits.
34. When patients faith and expectations cause concern.
35. The immediate effects that can be experienced by recipients.
36. The safety of conducting therapy for practitioners.
Questions 37-40
According to the information in the reading passage, classify the following research findings into the benefits of Reiki as relating to
- The Institute of Neurological Studies
- Research conducted in the USA
- Cancer research
- Stroke research
Write the correct letter A, B, C or D in boxes 37 - 40 on your answer sheet.
37. The groups' comfort and quality of life appeared to improve.
38. No apparent links were identified.
39. Results were compared to a control group who did not receive Reiki treatment
40. Recollection ability seemed to be enhanced.
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