TEST 2 READING – QUESTION PAPER
TASK ONE: Paragraph Headings Questions
1–6
You will read a text about long distance relationships.
◾ Match each paragraph to the correct heading.
◾ Place an 🗴 in the appropriate box on your Answer Sheet.
◾ The first one has been done for you.
◾ There are two extra paragraph headings that you DO NOT need.
Paragraph Headings
A WHAT IS A ‘lONG DISTANCE RElATIONSHIP’?
B DISCUSS YOUR RELATIONSHIP GOALS
C FIND WAYS TO EXPERIENCE DAILY LIFE TOGETHER
D IF POSSIBLE, MAkE BIG DECISIONS IN PERSON
E kEEP IN MIND THAT YOU’RE DIFFERENT PEOPLE
F DON’T GET TOGETHER IF IT’S GOING TO STRESS YOU
OUT
G ENJOY LIFE APART
H LEARN TO ASk GOOD
QUESTIONS
I I PRIORITIZE THE
VISITS
Example:
A
I’d actually never been in a long distance relationship before this one so
I didn’t really know what to expect. I don’t think I realized how much
‘normal’ relationships are spent just
experiencing life together. When you’re in a long distance relationship you
only have phone calls, texts, emails, and Skype.
1
Since miscommunication can be common and as a result emotions
can run high, I heavily suggest waiting to come to an agreement about
your relationship until you meet in person. From discussions defining the
relationship to conversations about moving to the same city, plan to have
those when you meet face to face.
2
Again, since your interaction is largely limited to conversation, make sure
you keep the conversation interesting and purposeful. For example,
instead of just asking ‘How was your day?’ ask ‘How was that meeting with
‘x’ at work today?’ This shows that you care about
your significant other, are aware of their
daily schedule, and want to be involved.
3
We’ve made an effort to share our lives with each other even though we’re
600 miles apart. If one person has to wake up early for work, we both set
our alarms and call each other as a backup alarm. Though we are not
morning
people at all, a few wake up calls have turned into 45 minute
conversations, because it’s nice to start the day together. We have a
book that we’re reading together out-loud on the phone.
4
It’s worth the time and worth the money. While we haven’t nailed it
perfectly, my boyfriend and I try to see each other every 2-3 weeks. And
be creative.
Is there a place you can meet in the middle? I live in New York City and
my boyfriend lives in North Carolina. One weekend we decided to take a
day trip to Washington D.C. He drove and I took the train. Sounds crazy, I
know, but it was so worth it.
5
Being long distance might be really hard for one of you one day and easier
for
the other person. You might miss each other at different times and for
different reasons. Study yourself and your partner. Learn what makes
them tick. Learn their emotional needs. Figure out how you can support
them from afar.
6
OK, you don’t live in the same city as your significant other, but sulking
and crying is not a valid option. Maintain friendships in your city, go to
parties and dinners, and embrace your life as it is.
Remember, whether your relationship is long-distance or not, you are a
unique individual. So be the best you. Ultimately, you, your partner, and
your relationship will all benefit.
