General Training Reading 2025-09 Test 4

答案

1. 1. B

   Grand Pine Lodge (B) offers 'beautiful views' but does not mention wildlife, while Acorn Lodge (A) mentions 'abundant wildlife.' So B is correct because it is picturesque but has no wildlife listed.

2. 2. F

   Blue Ridge Lodge (F) says, 'Enjoy the 16x32 foot indoor swimming pool all year,' making it the only option with an indoor pool.

3. 3. E

   Owl Lodge (E) mentions, 'Beer and wine lovers... will enjoy doing a brewery or vineyard tour,' which means it is in a wine-making area.

4. 4. A

   Acorn Lodge (A) has 'a 6-person hot tub,' which is a few more than half of 10, matching the clue about the hot tub size.

5. 5. D

   Blue Ridge Overlook (D) offers a '10% military discount on the rental fee,' which matches the question.

6. 6. C

   Massanutten Resort (C) offers 'a stocked fishing area,' which means a place for recreational fishing.

7. 7. E

   Owl Lodge (E) says, 'fire up the grill on the back deck for a barbecue and dine in the great outdoors while soaking in the sights and sounds of the forest,' matching the clue.

8. 8. FALSE

   The passage says many people start 'baking for friends and family before expanding,' not through supermarkets, so this is FALSE.

9. 9. TRUE

   It says, 'Most councils require a permit or inspection to ensure hygiene standards are met,' so this is TRUE.

10. 10. TRUE

    The passage says, 'Social media platforms like Instagram and Facebook are particularly useful for marketing baked goods,' so this is TRUE.

11. 11. FALSE

    It says, 'Some home bakers use spreadsheets, while others opt for baking business apps,' showing an app is not compulsory, so this is FALSE.

12. 12. TRUE

    The passage says, 'Pricing should include not just ingredient costs, but also time, electricity, packaging, and delivery if offered,' so this is TRUE.

13. 13. NOT GIVEN

    There is no information about customers expecting free delivery, so the answer is NOT GIVEN.

14. 14. TRUE

    It says, 'customer satisfaction should be a top priority... maintaining product quality will build a loyal customer base,' so this is TRUE.

15. 15. sole trader

    The passage says, 'The most common for small businesses is a sole trader,' so the answer is 'sole trader.'

16. 16. HM Revenue

    It says, 'register your business with HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC),' so the answer is 'HM Revenue.'

17. 17. self-assessment

    It says, 'Sole traders must register for self-assessment, which allows them to report their income and expenses annually,' so the answer is 'self-assessment.'

18. 18. hygiene certificate

    The passage says, 'selling food may require a hygiene certificate and registration with your local council,' so the answer is 'hygiene certificate.'

19. 19. Performing Rights Society

    It says, 'may need a licence from the Performing Rights Society,' so the answer is 'Performing Rights Society.'

20. 20. employer's liability

    It says, 'If you employ staff, employer's liability insurance is mandatory,' so the answer is 'employer's liability.'

21. 21. PlugShare / ChargePoint

    It says, 'locate a charging station using... a mobile app such as PlugShare or ChargePoint,' so the answer is 'PlugShare / ChargePoint.'

22. 22. fast charger

    It says, 'Some stations are fast chargers that can top up an EV battery to 80% in about 30 minutes,' so the answer is 'fast charger.'

23. 23. contactless card

    It says, 'Most charging stations require either a contactless card or a smartphone app to start the process,' so the answer is 'contactless card.'

24. 24. charging bay hogging

    It says, 'Avoid leaving your car parked at a charging point after the battery is full—this is known as "charging bay hogging",' so the answer is 'charging bay hogging.'

25. 25. kilowatt-hour (kWh)

    It says, 'Payment is usually per kilowatt-hour (kWh) or per minute of charging time,' so the answer is 'kilowatt-hour (kWh).'

26. 26. fee

    It says, 'Some public charging stations are free to use, especially those offered by shopping centres or local governments,' so the answer is 'fee.'

27. 27. cable

    It says, 'always return the cable to its holder,' so the answer is 'cable.'

28. 28. C

    Paragraph C says, 'Training is a crucial part of these programs. Volunteers receive guidance on communication skills, understanding age-related health conditions, and managing emergencies.'

29. 29. B

    Paragraph B says, 'programs typically match volunteers with elderly participants based on shared interests or backgrounds.'

30. 30. F

    Paragraph F says, 'some seniors... due to pride or fear of becoming a burden,' which are reasons for resisting help.

31. 31. E

    Paragraph E says, 'Funding... comes from government grants, charitable foundations, and community fundraising.'

32. 32. D

    Paragraph D says, 'many programs organise group activities... These social events foster community among elderly participants and encourage active lifestyles.'

33. 33. G

    Paragraph G says, 'these programs help elderly individuals lead happier, more connected lives, contributing to healthier communities overall.'

34. 34. isolation

    Paragraph A says, 'Many older adults live alone, far from family or friends, which can lead to isolation and mental health challenges.'

35. 35. errands

    Paragraph B says, 'Volunteers visit regularly to chat, help with errands, or accompany seniors to appointments.'

36. 36. emergencies

    Paragraph C says, 'Volunteers receive guidance on communication skills... and managing emergencies.'

37. 37. gentle exercise

    Paragraph D says, 'group activities such as gardening clubs, art workshops, or gentle exercise classes.'

38. 38. local healthcare providers

    Paragraph E says, 'expanded by recruiting more volunteers and collaborating with local healthcare providers and senior centres.'

39. 39. pride

    Paragraph F says, 'reluctance... due to pride or fear of becoming a burden.'

40. 40. healthier

    Paragraph G says, 'these programs help elderly individuals lead happier, more connected lives, contributing to healthier communities overall.'