General Training Reading 2025-05 Test 12

答案

1. 1. H

   H is correct because it says, 'We will come to you to evaluate any piece that you are interested in selling, but please send a photograph of the figurine first,' showing they are willing to travel after seeing the item.

2. 2. E

   E is correct because it says, 'Free to anyone willing to collect,' so no payment is required.

3. 3. C

   C is correct as it says, 'Unwanted gift,' meaning the seller is selling something they were given.

4. 4. B

   B is correct because it says, 'Have to sell because I am leaving the country,' showing the sale is due to relocation.

5. 5. A

   A is correct as it says, 'Headphones are missing but otherwise in perfect working order,' so an accessory is missing.

6. 6. D

   D is correct because it says, '£250 (price is non-negotiable),' meaning the seller will not change the price.

7. 7. F

   F is correct as it says, 'Doesn't need to be in very good condition so long as it works,' showing the buyer does not care about the condition.

8. 8. TRUE

   TRUE is correct because the passage says, 'Our success is based on many years of 4WD trekking with our mates... and now we've turned it into a successful tour business,' showing they started for their own enjoyment.

9. 9. NOT GIVEN

   NOT GIVEN is correct because there is no information about Swagg's guides working as drivers for other companies.

10. 10. TRUE

    TRUE is correct as the passage says, 'we can whip up a meal of near-gourmet standards,' showing they believe they are very good cooks.

11. 11. TRUE

    TRUE is correct because it says, 'Never sleep in the same camp twice!' meaning all groups camp in different places each night.

12. 12. TRUE

    TRUE is correct as it says, 'depending on whether you want a tent or are keen to brave nights under the stars,' so clients can choose to sleep in the open or under cover.

13. 13. FALSE

    FALSE is correct because the passage says the vehicle 'seats 12,' but does not say 12 is the minimum number required.

14. 14. FALSE

    FALSE is correct as it says, 'All permits and restricted indigenous site access arranged in advance,' so clients do not need to get their own permits.

15. 15. probe

    'probe' is correct because the passage says, 'students will conduct a probe into the actions of the NCAA.'

16. 16. disparities

    'disparities' is correct as it says, 'document wide disparities in legal outcomes.'

17. 17. violations

    'violations' is correct because it says, 'a wide assortment of NCAA violations by coaches.'

18. 18. transfer

    'transfer' is correct as it says, 'cheating athletes move from university to university without punishment.'

19. 19. schools

    'schools' is correct as it says, 'sanctions against coaches at high-profile schools versus smaller programs.'

20. 20. rules

    'rules' is correct because it says, 'no substantial changes in NCAA rules have been implemented since 1985.'

21. 21. series of reports

    'series of reports' is correct as it says, 'a professionally polished series of reports that will be published.'

22. 22. list

    'list' is correct because it says, 'draw up a list of all of the things you need to arrange.'

23. 23. reference

    'reference' is correct as it says, 'You will still need a reasonable reference when the time comes to move on.'

24. 24. consultancy

    'consultancy' is correct as it says, 'your boss can make useful introductions or offer you consultancy work.'

25. 25. outplacement

    'outplacement' is correct as it says, 'Help from a professional outplacement company can make a huge difference.'

26. 26. research

    'research' is correct as it says, 'carry out in-depth research to find out what employers are actually looking for.'

27. 27. gaps

    'gaps' is correct as it says, 'Assess whether there are any gaps in experience or qualifications.'

28. 28. ix

    ix (Awaiting the verdict) is correct because section A describes people waiting outside the stock exchange for it to open, showing anticipation.

29. 29. i

    i (Stocks tumbled further) is correct because section B describes the market continuing to fall and the value dropping further.

30. 30. iv

    iv (A thriving economy) is correct because section C talks about business booming and prosperity in the 1920s.

31. 31. vi

    vi (A desire to be part of the prosperity) is correct because section D describes how the average American wanted the same opportunities as bankers and industrialists.

32. 32. ii

    ii (Too much lending) is correct because section E discusses most investments being loans and the risks of buying stock 'on margin.'

33. 33. viii

    viii (A chain of events) is correct because section F describes how the crash led to many negative consequences, like unemployment and reduced manufacturing.

34. 34. vii

    vii (The long road to recovery) is correct because section G explains the long-lasting effects and how recovery did not come until WWII.

35. 35. stock exchange

    'stock exchange' is correct as it says, 'outside the New York Stock Exchange building.'

36. 36. European

    'European' is correct because it says, 'the USA was left relatively unscathed compared to the European nations.'

37. 37. liberty bonds

    'liberty bonds' is correct as it says, 'He was inspired by the success of liberty bonds, which were issued to the public during the war.'

38. 38. risk

    'risk' is correct because it says, 'The average American was now buying stock 'on margin',' meaning investing with borrowed money, which is risky.

39. 39. wages

    'wages' is correct as it says, 'industry found it difficult to operate and pay wages.'

40. 40. drought

    'drought' is correct as it says, 'A terrible drought in the central states combined with a lack of bank credit...'