17th February, 2024

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IELTS READING COMPREHENSION EXAM

PART 1:

First, read the text below and answer Questions 1-8.

Your Moulex Iron

A Filling the reservoir

Your iron is designed to function using tap water. However, it will last longer if you use distilled
water.
-- Always unplug the iron before filling the reservoir.
-- Always empty the reservoir after use.

B Temperature and steam control

Your Moulex iron has two buttons which control the intensity of heat produced by the iron. You
can, therefore, adjust the temperature of the iron and the amount of steam being given off
depending upon the type of fabric being ironed.
-- Turn the steam control to the desired intensity.
-- Turn the thermostat control to the desired temperature.

Important: If your iron produces droplets of water instead of giving off steam, your temperature
control is set too low.
C Spray button
This button activates a jet of cold water which allows you to iron out any unintentional creases.
Press the button for one second.
D Pressing button
This button activates a super shot of steam which momentarily gives you an additional 40g of
steam when needed.

Important: Do not use this more than five successive times.

E Suits etc.
It is possible to use this iron in a vertical position so that you can remove creases from clothes
on coathangers or from curtains. Turning the thermostat control and the steam button to
maximum, hold the iron in a vertical position close to the fabric but without touching it. Hold
down the pressing button for a maximum of one second. The steam produced is not always
visible but is still able to remove creases.
Important: Hold the iron at a sufficient distance from silk and wool to avoid all risk of scorching.
Do not attempt to remove creases from an item of clothing that is being worn, always use
a coathanger.
F Auto-clean
In order that your iron does not become furred up, Moulex have integrated an auto-clean system
and we advise you to use it very regularly (1-2 times per month).
-- Turn the steam control to the off position.
-- Fill the reservoir and turn the thermostat control to maximum.
-- As soon as the indicator light goes out, unplug the iron and, holding it over the sink, turn the
steam control to auto-clean. Any calcium deposits will be washed out by the steam. Continue the
procedure until the reservoir is empty.
Questions 1-4:
Match the pictures below to the appropriate section in the instructions. Write the correct letter A-
F in boxes 1-4 on your answer sheet.

Questions 5-8
Answer the following questions on the Moulex iron using NO MORE THAN THREE
WORDS. Write your answers in boxes 5-8 on your answer sheet.
5. What sort of water are you advised to use?
6. What factor makes you decide on the quantity of steam to use?
7. What should you do if your iron starts to drip water?
8. What could damage your iron if you do not clean it?
Read the information below and answer Questions 9-14.

COACH BREAK INFORMATION

Luggage
We ask you to keep luggage down to one medium-sized suitcase per person, but a small holdall
can also be taken on board the coach.
Seat Allocation
Requests for particular seats can be made on most coach breaks when booking, but since
allocations are made on a first come first served basis, early booking is advisable. When
bookings are made with us you will be offered the best seats that are available on the coach at
that time.

Travel Documents
When you have paid your deposit we will send to you all the necessary documents and labels, so
that you receive them in good time before the coach break departure date. Certain documents,
for example, air or boat tickets, may have to be retained and your driver or courier will then
issue them to you at the relevant point.

Special Diets
If you require a special diet you must inform us at the time of booking with a copy of the diet.
This will be notified to the hotel or hotels on your coach break, but on certain coach breaks the
hotels used are tourist class and whilst offering value for money within the price range, they
may not have the full facilities to cope with special diets. Any extra costs incurred must be paid
to the hotel by yourself before departure from the hotel.

Accommodation
Many of our coach-breaks now include, within the price, accommodation with private facilities,
and this will be indicated on the coach break page. Other coach breaks have a limited number of
rooms with private facilities which, subject to availability, can be reserved and guaranteed at the
time of booking - the supplementary charge shown in the price panel will be added to your
account.
On any coach break, there are only a limited number of single rooms. When a single room is
available it may be subject to a supplementary charge and this will be shown on the brochure
page.
Entertainment
Some of our hotels arrange additional entertainment which could include music, dancing, film
shows, etc. The nature and frequency of the entertainment presented is at the discretion of the
hotel and therefore not guaranteed and could be withdrawn if there is a lack of demand or
insufficient numbers in the hotel.

Questions 9-14:
Choose the appropriate letters A-D and write them in boxes 9-14 on your answer sheet.
9. If you want to sit at the front of the coach -

A. ask when you get on the coach.

B. arrive early on the departure date.
C. book your seat well in advance.
D. avoid travelling at peak times.

10. Your air tickets -

A. will be sent to your departure point.

B. must be collected before leaving.
C. will be enclosed with other documents.
D. may be held by your coach driver.

11. If you need a special diet you should -

A. inform the hotel when you arrive.

B. pay extra with the booking.
C. tell the coach company.
D. book tourist class.
12. It may be necessary to pay extra for -

A. a bathroom.
B. boat tickets.
C. additional luggage.
D. entertainment.
13. Entertainment is available -
A. at all hotels.
B. if there is the demand.
C. upon request.
D. for an additional cost.

14. With every booking, Classic Tours guarantee you will be able to -

A. request high-quality meals.

B. take hand luggage on the coach.
C. use your own personal bathroom.
D. see a film if you want to.

PART 2 :

Clubs for Students

You are advised to spend 20 minutes on Questions 15-29.

Questions 15-21:
Look at the article 'Clubs for Students'. Which club would you contact for each of the
requirements below? Write the appropriate letter A-G in boxes 15-21 on your answer sheet.
You may use each letter more than once. The first one has been done for you as an example.

Example Answer

You wish to go swimming at 7 am every morning G

15. You would like to take Spanish classes.
16. You want to join a club that has international branches.
17. You would like an opportunity to speak in public.
18. You would like to take part in amateur theatrical productions.
19. You want to visit some famous sites with a group of other students.
20. You are interested in finding out about part-time work.
21. You want to meet some English people who have started their careers.
 CLUBS FOR STUDENTS
There are a variety of Clubs which provide social and cultural activities for those wishing to meet
others with similar interests from the same or from different national backgrounds.

A. Commonwealth Trust
Organised discussion meetings, learned talks, cultural events, excursions to places of interest
and invitations to major British diary events. Open to overseas visitors and students.

B. Charles Peguy Centre

French youth centre providing advice, support and information to young Europeans aged
between 18-30. Facilities include an information and advice service regarding education, work
placement and general welfare rights. Moreover, the centre holds a database of jobs,
accommodation and au pair placements specifically in London. Members may use a fax machine,
a copier and computers for CVs.
Hours - Monday: 14.00-17.00
Tuesday - Friday: 10.00-17.00
Membership: £35 per year, plus £5 per month.
C. Kensington Committee of Friendship for Overseas Students
KCOF is the society for young people from all countries. Each month there are some 40 parties,
discos, visits to theatres, concerts, walks and other gatherings where you will be able to meet
lots of people. A new programme is sent each month directly to members (£5 to join in October,
less later in the year). Events are free or at low often reduced prices. Office open 10.30-17.30
weekdays only.
D. Royal Overseas League
Open 365 days per year, this is a club with facilities in London and Edinburgh with restaurants,
bars and accommodation. There are branches around the world and 57 reciprocal clubs
worldwide. Quarterly magazine, literary lectures, annual music and art competitions, and
summer and winter programme of events for members. Membership fees overseas students
aged 17- 24, £47 per year + initial joining fee £23.50; others £70 per year + initial joining fee £35
(half price after July). Further information from the Membership Secretary.
E. YMCA London Central
Facilities include photography, art, drama, pottery, language courses, badminton, squash,
exercise to music, circuit training, sports clinic, fitness testing and other activities. Hours
weekdays 07.00-22.30, weekends 10.00-21.00. Membership fees: aged 16-17, £25 per
year plus attendance charge of £1.30 per visit; aged 18-19, £213 per year; aged 20- 25, £366 per
year.

F. London Inter-Varsity Club (IVC)

IVC is an activity and social club with a varied range of events, from cycling and drama to
windsurfing and yoga. Most members are young English professionals, but overseas visitors are
welcome. The club arranges restaurant meals, dancing and parties, weekends away around
Britain, plus a weekly club night in a Covent Garden bar. There are usually over 25 different
events every week run by IVG members for IVC members. To find out more, telephone the club
or write (Freepost) to the office.

G. Central Club
Provides accommodation and club facilities. No membership fee. Coffee shop open for all meals
swimming pool (open 06.00), multigym, hairdressing salon.
Questions 22-29:
Read the article on International Students House and look at the statements below. In
boxes 22-29 on your answer sheet write:

TRUE if the statement is true

FALSE if the statement is false
NOT GIVEN if the information is not given in the passage
The first one has been done for you as an example.

Example Answer
The club is for overseas students only. FALSE
22. The club has long-term dormitory accommodation.
23. Membership must be renewed monthly.
24. The club provides subsidised restaurant meals.
25. The club is open to non-members on Tuesday evenings.
26. STA Travel help finance the Students Adviser.
27. The services of the Students Adviser are free to all club members.
28. You must make an appointment to see the Students Adviser.
29. There will be a surcharge for accommodation over the Christmas period.

GOOD LUCK!

Hakan Bilimsel
English Teacher & Exam Instructor