READING SECTION 1

Read the passage below and answer the questions that follow. You should spend 60
minutes on the Reading section. You may write your answers on the question paper, but
you MUST transfer your answers to the answer sheet before the 60 minutes are over.
You will NOT be given any extra time at the end to do this.

A
Students are in a constant search of opportunities that make them better academically and more
competitive in job markets. As a result, more and more students are now interested in studying
in foreign countries, rather than their home country. Improved transportation has made
travelling between countries very easy. It has especially made studying abroad easier. Students
all over the world are taking advantage of this development, and the number of students going
abroad for higher education is increasing rapidly every year.
B
International students, or foreign students, are students who choose to undertake all or part of
their college or university education in a country other than their own. They go to live in a
foreign country for this purpose. International students are an interesting group of people. They
come from different countries and cultures. They have different languages. Although starting
new in a foreign country is not easy for them in the beginning, they usually settle down and fit
into the new country and place of study quite quickly.
C
People have different reasons for studying abroad. Some advanced courses such as nuclear
energy or artificial intelligence might not be available to study locally. Studying overseas
provides opportunities to study such subjects. Moreover, the advanced technology in
developed countries may offer advanced learning facilities to foreign students. Also, students
with foreign degrees are often more in demand in job markets. Employers believe that the
experiences they have from studying abroad makes them desirable employees. Finally, for
some students, studying abroad is like an adventure and it is the easiest way to really learn a
language and have exposure to different traditions and cultures.
D
There are also some drawbacks when a country’s young generation leave their home countries
for study and better job opportunities. Many countries simply end up losing their bright
students. The movement of intelligent young people to developed countries from developing
nations becomes a ‘brain-drain’. Most students who study abroad tend to settle abroad and do
not come back to their countries. However, this is useful for the developed nations as it
provides them with thousands of intelligent and highly trained young professionals. As the
proverb goes, “One man's loss is another man's gain”.

E
Developed countries, in fact, attract thousands of brilliant students from developing nations.
The contributions of these young professionals further increases the economy of the developed
nations. Higher education institutions in such countries take every opportunity to make the
study abroad experience for their international students even better than it was before by being
creative, innovative and technologically advanced in the teaching-learning field.

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 Questions 1 to 4

The Reading passage has five paragraphs, A-E.

From the following headings 1-5 choose a suitable title for each paragraph. Write the
correct number on your answer sheet. The first one has been done for you. (WRITE ONLY
THE CORRECT NUMBER)

Headings
1. The numbers of international students are increasing
2. Taking every step to attract more students
3. Factors pushing students to study abroad
4. Young brains leaving their countries
5. Adapting to a different life overseas

Paragraphs
Example: A = 1

1. B =

2. C =

3. D =

4. E =

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 Questions 5 to 10
Do the following statements agree with the information given in the Reading
Passage? In the correct space on your answer sheet, write
TRUE (T) if the statement agrees with the information
FALSE (F) if the statement contradicts the information
NOT GIVEN (NG) if there is no information on this

5. The number of students going abroad for studies has doubled this year.
6. International students attend college and university education abroad.
7. Employers are not interested in appointing job seekers who have studied abroad.
8. The majority of international students go back to their home countries for jobs.
9. Host countries get the benefit of smart and well-trained professionals.
10. Foreign higher education institutions attract students with various scholarships.

Questions 11 to 15
Complete the text below with words from the passage. Choose NO MORE THAN ONE
WORD from the box for each answer. There is one extra word.
Write the words in the correct space on your answer sheet.
Answers with incorrectly spelt words will be marked wrong.

settle experience reasons professionals demand job

Students study abroad for various 11. such as the availability of advanced courses,
better technology and study facilities, more 12. opportunities and exposure to
different language and backgrounds. Most students 13. abroad after they become
trained 14. . Therefore, higher education institutions in developed countries
continue to attract students by giving them an improved learning 15. .

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 READING SECTION 2

Read the passage below and answer the questions that follow. You may write your
answers on the question paper, but you MUST transfer your answers to the answer sheet
before the Reading test is over. You will NOT be given any extra time at the end to do
this.
HOW TO APPLY TO A FOREIGN UNIVERSITY
Studying in a university abroad is an incredible opportunity for receiving excellent education and
experience. Do some research on what the universities can provide you for your degree and career.
First of all, you shouldn’t apply to only one university, but to a few as a backup. Study up on the
application process of those universities. The application process may be very different from one
university to another.
Getting organised is key when applying to universities abroad. All documents such as
recommendation letters, transcripts, and essays must be kept ready at the very beginning of the
process. When applying, write a perfectly-crafted personal statement explaining why you are the
perfect match for the school. On Writing the College Application Essay by Harry Bauld offers
amazing advice on this.
Applying to university abroad is a smooth process if you are well prepared. First, keep all the
documents well-organised for easy access. Then, make a timeline of application deadlines. Next,
submit all documents on time. This is vital.
After sending the applications, prepare for interviews. Interviews are a great way to make an
impression on the interviewers. Show them that you have a good grasp of global affairs and your
future home country’s culture.
Once you receive the acceptance letter, submit the visa application on time. Visa processing can be
a lengthy process. While waiting for the visa, do some research on the country you plan to study in
and study the language spoken there. Having an in-depth knowledge of your new home will help
you adjust faster there.

Questions 16 to 18

Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.

Write only the correct letter on your answer sheet.

16. Universities abroad have .
A similar application systems
B various ways of applying
C one way to apply

17. When should the recommendation letters be kept ready?

A Before the interview
B Before sending the application
C After receiving the acceptance letter

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 18. Interviewers can be impressed if you show an awareness of .
A global application deadlines
B submitting documents on time
C world affairs and the local culture

Questions 19 to 20
Write no more than TWO WORDS for each answer.
Write the answer in the correct space on your answer sheet.
Answers with incorrectly spelt words will be marked wrong.

19. What should you write to prove that you are suitable for the institution?
20. Who wrote On Writing the College Application Essay?

Questions 21 to 25
Complete the table below.
Write NO MORE THAN ONE WORD for each answer.
Answers with incorrectly spelt words will be marked wrong.

APPLYING TO A FOREIGN UNIVERSITY

STEP ONE Organise and keep the required 21) _ ready.

STEP TWO Create a 22) of deadlines to send documents on time.

STEP THREE Prepare well and impress the 23) with your performance.

STEP FOUR After receiving the admission letter, apply for the 24) .

STEP FIVE Study about the country and learn the 25) there.

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