Đây là tài liệu tiếng Anh học thuật giúp mọi người trau dồi kỹ năng sử dụng ngoại ngữ cũng như phản xạ tiếng Anh ngoài đời thực. Tài liệu này hoàn toàn có thể tự học tại nhà, thêm vào đó là rất dễ hiểu có thể tiếp thu nhanh trong quá trình học, tài liệu đa phần là do những tác giả nổi tiếng biên soạn và có chỉnh sửa để phù hợp với sự thay đổi của mỗi năm.
General Training Practice Reading Test Lab 2, Reading Passage 1: Answers and Suggestions Quest Answer Number True Scott’s Tips for Answering the Questions • It is mentioned that ‘after the remarkable achievements of last year’ • Remarkable means outstanding, i.e great • Achievements refer to success False • The text states that this year’s route is slightly shorter, which means it is a little shorter than last year’s route Not Given • It is mentioned that large commercial companies are invited to donate • Whether larger donations are expected from them or not is not given True • The text states that there is 'no minimum donation amount' for individual sponsors False • It is mentioned that the participants are invited to attend a ‘postrally’ press conference This means the press conference will take place after the event False • It is mentioned that for the remote areas (i.e isolated areas) all emergency assistance (i.e support) will be on standby (i.e ready) Not Given • It is mentioned that the Support Book will be forwarded to (i.e will be sent to) government officials • Whether or not any government officials will be present at the end-point of the rally is not mentioned E • It is mentioned that the film is based on a novel, which is a book C, G • Film C review states, "the story cleverly highlights the intrigue of pre-history meeting modern history" Things that are intriguing are mysterious • Film G review states, "from beginning to end, unexplained occurrances keep the viewer guessing to the end." This is the definition of a mystery 10 B • Film B is about a fantasy, which means it is imaginary 11 D • Film D is about somebody’s commitment to keep his word (i.e to keep promise.) 12 F • Film F is all about global warming and its effect on animals • These are environmental issues 13 • This puts forward options to choose from • The young couple needs to choose between the two options • Film A has a lot of laughs to entertain a fun-loving audience • A, B Film E mentions that ‘abstract love and affection on one side and material need and want on another’ • 14 E Film B contains some hilarious scenarios; this means the situations are very funny Lab 2, Reading Passage 2: Answers and Suggestions Quest Number 15 Answer qualified • The first paragraph states, “Nurse Assistants work with registered nurses and nursing practitioners to promote health, prevent disease and to manage public health needs Nurse Assistants not make independent assessments.” • 16 independent assessments Scott’s Tips for Answering the Questions This means that only registered nurses and nursing practitioners are qualified to make independent nursing assessments • The first paragraph states, “…there has been an increased demand for Nurse Assistants in child and aged care and mental and public health Qualified men and women are encouraged to consider this career opportunity.” • 24-hour care Character references must be supplied by all applicants • The fourth paragraph states, “As the relationship develops between the residents and their caregivers, Nurse Assistants often find that providing emotional support becomes another important aspect of their occupation.” In other words, after a period of time, patients require emotional support • The fifth paragraph states: “Because hospitals and nursing homes must provide 24-hour care, Nurse Assistants employed in these institutions can often be required to work evenings, nights, weekends, holidays and must be available for shift work • 19 emotional support The third paragraph states, “…must be presented along with the usual character references required for all applicants.” • 18 character references • • 17 This means that only those qualified can work in this area/participate in this career opportunity Note: 24-hour care = two (2) words! 20 educational institution • The final paragraph states: “Additional information, pertaining to careers as a Nurse Assistant, can be obtained from the nearest, relevant educational institution.” 21 fire drills • The second paragraph states, “United States Fire Regulations requires employers to conduct regular fire drills to familiarise employees with what to should a fire break out.” • This means that fire drills help staff to prepare in the event of a fire 22 26 fire extinguishers incidents register • The text states: The first step employers at Monoton Electronics undertake, in conjunction with their employees, is to develop an evacuation plan The objective of the plan is to provide a set of procedures in the event of an emergency.” This means the aim of staff (employers and employees) is to develop (i.e work out) an evacuation plan • The fourth paragraph states, “Other information in the evacuation plan would include…where the assembly site is located, who has been appointed to account for the evacuated workers, visitors and customers as they arrive at this area…” Evacuated people (i.e people who are outside the building) meet at an assembly site • The text states that if a person, “Employers should also ensure that workers know where the emergency exits are and how to use fire extinguishers.” • 25 assembly site Planning and rehearsing (going over) a fire drill means people are better prepared for what may come • 24 The text states: “Studies have proven that people who plan and rehearse how they will get out of the building in a crisis are better prepared than those who not have an exit strategy • evacuation plan • • 23 (better) prepared All staff must know how to use fire extinguishers (plural) Only the plural form will fit the grammar of the sentence • The sixth paragraph states: “During the fire drill the supervisors should note in the incidents register… If any doorways or fire escapes are obstructed this must also be recorded.” • 27 • Warden Attendant This means problems with blocked doorways or fire escapes must be written down (i.e recorded) in the incidents register The final paragraph states, “All staff are encouraged to contact the Warden Attendant if they have any queries regarding evacuation procedures and general fire safety issues Lab 2, Reading Passage 3: Answers and Suggestions Quest Answer Number Scott’s Tips for Answering the Questions 28 C • It is mentioned in Section C that a peaceful agreement took place, which refers to agreement between two groups of people (the new king and the Viking) not to war 29 G • Section G mentions that London is going to host 2012 Summer Olympic, which is an upcoming big event • Upcoming means something that is going to happen 30 B • Section B states that London was made an abandon city, which means a deserted city 31 A • Section A specifies that it is commonly believed (i.e most people believe) that the present-day name London came from the word ‘Londinium’ 32 E • Section E mentions about plague, which refers to a fast spreading disease affecting people at large i.e the mass people 33 E • Section E mentions that due to fire 70,000 out of city’s 80,000 inhabitants (i.e dwellers) lost their homes (i.e dwelling place) 34 D • Section D mentions that primarily (i.e mainly) due to the administration through the Corporation of London, London was made the centre of trade and commerce and also the capital of England 35 B • Section B mentions about assumptions made by researchers who study history that there was no evidence of existence of any city before Romans • Conclusion refers to such assumptions 36 Not Given • It is mentioned that the Romans named the city as Londinium, not London Who changed the name to London is not given 37 True • The First London was occupied by Romans who were stormed (suddenly attacked) by the Iceni tribe who burnt it to the ground (totally destroyed it) 38 Not Given • It is mentioned that Early Roman London was also called the First London, but whether that joins with Modern-day London or not is not given 39 True • It is mentioned that the Tower of London was built to better keep a watchful eye on its inhabitants • This means to control the people of London more effectively • It is mentioned that 70,000 people lost their homes due to the fire • Whether 70,000 houses were burnt or not is not given 40 Not Given