TRUE,
FALSE and NOT GIVEN in IELTS Reading Passage
TRUE
If the statement matches the information in the passage
FALSE
If the statement contradicts the information in the passage
NOT GIVEN
If the information is not found in the passage
Sample 1
The hottest month
According to the Met Office, the UK had its warmest July
day ever on July 1, when temperatures hit 36.7 C near London. There were record
heat waves in many countries including Spain, while the African continent had
the second-warmest July on record.
While the impact of increased levels of carbon dioxide in
the atmosphere is a key driver of rising temperatures, another important factor
is El Nino. This natural phenomenon, which appears as a large swathe of warm
water in the Pacific every few years, is known to push up global temperatures.
In recent days there have been reports that this year's El
Nino will be particularly intense. As a result, many experts believe that 2015
will be the warmest year on record by some margin.
The seas have also been soaking up a large amount of heat,
the NOAA said, with record warming in large expanses of the Pacific and Indian
Oceans
Peter Stott, head of climate monitoring and attribution at
the UK Met Office, said: "A strong El Nino is under way in the tropical
Pacific and this, combined with the long-term global warming trend, means there
is the potential to see some very warm months throughout this year - as the new
figures for July appear to show.
Questions
1. 1 Africa had the warmest July day ever on July 1.
2. 2 The temperature is rising due to the increased level
of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere
3. 3 2015 might be the hottest year in the history.
4. 4 Record warming was recorded in various seas, such as
Black and Azov Sea.
5. 5 The year 2015 might very well consist of a number of
very warm months.
Sample 2
The
concept of releasing aerosol sprays into the stratosphere above the Arctic has
been proposed by several scientists. This would involve using sulphur or
hydrogen sulphide aerosols so that sulphur dioxide would form clouds, which
would, in turn, lead to global dimming. The idea is modelled on historic
volcanic explosions, such as that of Mount Pinatubo in the Philippines in 1991,
which led to a short-term cooling of global temperatures by 0.5 °C. Scientists
have also scrutinised whether it’s possible to preserve the ice sheets of
Greenland with reinforced high-tension cables, preventing icebergs from moving
into the sea. Meanwhile, in the Russian Arctic, geoengineering plans include
the planting of millions of birch trees. Whereas the region’s native evergreen
pines shade the snow and absorb radiation, birches would shed their leaves in
winter, thus enabling radiation to be reflected by the snow. Re-routing Russian
rivers to increase cold water flow to ice-forming areas could also be used to
slow down warming, say some climate scientists.
Questions
1. Many scientists thought
it was irrelevant to release the aerosol sprays into the stratosphere above the
Arctic.
2. Sulphur dioxide aerosols
will lead to global dimming.
3. Climate scientists say
that Re-routing Russian rivers will not only increase the water flow in the
ice-forming areas but will also help in slowing down the warming.
4. Planting of birch trees
in the Arctic region will absorb the radiation.
5. The historic volcanic
explosions on Mount Pinatubo in the Philippines occurred in the year 1991.
Sample 3
All
dinosaurs, whether large or small, quadrupedal or bipedal, fleet-footed or
slow-moving, shared a common body plan. Identification of this plan makes it
possible to differentiate dinosaurs from any other types of animal, even other
archosaurs. Most significantly, in dinosaurs, the pelvis and femur had evolved
so that the hind limbs were held vertically beneath the body, rather than
sprawling out to the sides like the limbs of a lizard. The femur of all
dinosaur hull a sharply in-turned neck and a halt-shaped bead, which slotted
into a fully open acetabulum or hip socket. A supra-acetabular crest helped
prevent dislocation of the femur. The position of the knee joint, aligned below
the acetabulum, made it possible for the whole hind limb to swing backward and
forwards. This unique combination of features gave dinosaurs what is known as a
“fully improved gait.” Evolution of this highly efficient method of walking
also developed in mammals, but among reptiles, it occurred only in dinosaurs.
Questions
1.The dinosaurs were known
as “fully improved gait.”
2. Archosaurs and dinosaurs
are of the same species.
3. The evolution of walking
evolved in all the reptiles and in humans.
4. The dinosaurs’ hind
limbs are sprawling out of the sides like the limbs of a lizard.
5. It is the knee joint
position aligned below the acetabulum that makes it possible for the entire
hind limbs to swing back and forth.
Sample 4
No one
doubts that intelligence develops as children grow older. Yet, the concept of
intelligence has proved both quite difficult to define in unambiguous terms and
unexpectedly controversial in some respects. Although at one level, there seem
to be almost as many definitions of intelligence as people who have tried to
define it, there is broad agreement on two key features. That is, intelligence
involves the capacity to not only to learn from experience but also to adapt to
one’s environment. However, we cannot leave the concept there. Before turning
to what is known about intelligence development, it is necessary to consider
whether we consider the growth of one or many skills. That question has been
tackled in rather different ways by psychometricians and by developmentally.
Questions
1. As children grow older,
Intelligence evolves.
2. The concept of
intelligence has failed to win over the controversies regarding the definition
of intelligence.
3. Intelligence can be
defined as the capacity to learn from experience and learn to adapt to the
environment.
4. It is unnecessary to
consider how many skills are involved in the evolution of intelligence.
5. Many psychometricians
have avoided giving an exact definition of intelligence.
Sample 5
Hot-air
ballooning is generally a safe activity, and serious accidents are rare. In the
event that something does go wrong, several items of safety gear are useful to
have on board. In case, the pilot light and the auxiliary piezo ignition fail,
it is a good idea to have a welding torch flint sparker available for the
pilot’s use. Given the propane combustion used to propel the hot-air balloon, a
fire extinguisher is an absolute necessity. Flame-resistant gauntlets made
out of either leather or Nomex are required for the pilot so that a gas
valve can be disabled even if an open flame is present. While Nomex is a
specially manufactured synthetic form of fire retardant material, synthetic
clothing is generally a hindrance to fire safety, and clothing made of natural
fiber is a superior option for pilots. Finally, a handling line – a long rope
that can be thrown overboard – is a vital precautionary measure that allows
people on the ground to steer the balloon away from trouble.
Questions
1.Fatal accidents are more
common in hot-air balloons
2. Safety gears are always
available on the hot-air balloons
3. It is unnecessary to
carry a fire extinguisher in the hot-air balloons.
4. Flame-resistant
gauntlets made of leather are one of the required items for a pilot.
5. People on the ground use handling rope to steer the
balloon.
Sample 6
One of the strongest
explanations for the severe loss of life has been the fact that the Titanic did
not carry enough lifeboats for everyone on board. Maritime regulations at the
time tied lifeboat capacity to the ship size, not to the number of passengers
on board. This meant that the Titanic, with room for 1,178 of its 2,222
passengers, actually surpassed the Board of Trade’s requirement to carry
lifeboats for 1,060 of its passengers. Nevertheless, with lifeboats being
lowered less than half full in many cases, and only 712 passengers surviving
despite a two-and-a-half-hour window of opportunity, more lifeboats would not
have guaranteed more survivors in the absence of better training and
preparation. Many passengers were confused about where to go after the order to
launch lifeboats was given; a lifeboat drill scheduled for earlier on the same
day that the Titanic struck the iceberg was cancelled by Captain Smith to allow
passengers to attend church.
Questions
1. The Titanic carried
1,178 lifeboats for 2,222 passengers.
2. Out of the total 2,222
passengers, only 712 passengers survived with the help of lifeboats
3. Lifeboat drills were
cancelled by Captain Smith on the very same day when Titanic ended up hitting
the iceberg
4. Captain Smith knew that
the Titanic would hit the iceberg.
5. Passengers who survived the tragic accident were already
trained and prepared.
Sample 7
Read the text below and answer Questions 9-14.
BIG ROCK CLIMBING CENTRE
Big Rock Climbing Center is a modern, friendly
professionally run centre offering over 1,200 square metres of fantastic indoor
climbing. We use trained and experienced instructors to give you the
opportunity to learn and develop climbing skills, keep fit and have fun. Master
our 11 m-high climbing walls using a rope harness, for an unbeatable sense of
achievement. Or experience the thrills of climbing without any harness in our
special low-level arena, which has foam mats on the floor to cushion any fall safety.
Who is Big Rock for?
Almost anyone can enjoy Big Rock. Previous
climbing experience and specialist equipment are not required. You can come on
your own or with friends and family. Comes as a fun alternative to the gym or
for a special day out with the kids. If you're visiting with friends or family
but not climbing, or just fancy coming to look, please feel free to relax in
our excellent cafe overlooking the climbing areas.
Mobile Climbing Wall
Available on a day hire
basis at any location, the big Rock mobile Climbing Wall is the perfect way to
enhance any show, festival or event. The mobile wall can be used indoors or
outdoors and features four unique 7.3 m-high climbing faces designed to allow
four people to climb simultaneously. Quick to set up and pack up, the mobile
climbing wall is staffed by qualified and experienced climbing instructors,
providing the opportunity to climb the wall in a controlled and safe
environment. When considering what to wear, we've found that trousers and
t-shirts are ideal. We will however, ask people to remove scarves. Most flat
shoes are suitable as long as they are enclosed and support the foot. The
mobile wall is very adaptable and can be operated in light rain and winds up to
50 kph. There are however, particular measures that we take in such conditions.
What about hiring the Mobile
Climbing Wall for my school or college?
As climbing is different from the usual team games practiced at schools, we've
found that some students who don’t usually like participating in sports are
willing to have a go on the mobile climbing wall. If you're concerned that some
children may not want to take part because they feel nervous if they climb,
then please be assured that our instructors will support them up to a level
which they're comfortable with. They will still benefit greatly from the
experience.
Questions 9-14
Do the following statement agree with the information given in the
text above?
In boxes 9-14 on your answer sheet write
TRUE if the statement agrees with the
information
FALSE if the statement contradicts the information
NOT GIVEN if there is no information on this
9. When climbing at
the big Rock Centre, it is compulsory to be attached by a rope.
10. People who just want to watch the climbing can
enter the Centre without paying.
11. People can arrange to have a climbing session
in their own garden if they wish.
12. A certain item of clothing is forbidden for
participants.
13. The Mobile Climbing wall can only be used in
dry, calm weather.
14. It is inadvisable for children who are afraid
of heights to use the Mobile Climbing Wall.
IELTS Reading TRUE, FALSE & NOT
GIVEN
Read the text below
and answer Questions 8-14.
The Bike Foundry
The
Bike Foundry aims to promote cycling, and to make an environmentally-friendly
means of transport and leisure available to as many people as we can.
Our Bikes
All our bikes are hand-restored by our team and come with a three month’s
guarantee. We stock bikes to suit different needs, at affordable prices. We
gratefully accept donations of unwanted bikes.
Training
We offer maintenance and cycle training to schools and small groups on their
own premises. Additionally, we provide training to individuals and groups in
our workshops.
Maintenance Training
Bike
Basics
This is a three-hour course which will teach you everything you need to know to
keep on top of simple maintenance issues like looking after brakes and gears
and how to repair a puncture. By the end of the course, you’ll know how to take
good care of your bike.
Home
Mechanics
This twelve-hour course consists of teaching you how to use specialist tools
and how to fit compatible replacement parts. It’s aimed at those who have
completed Bike Basics or have some prior knowledge.
Courses
are run regularly for groups of up to four trainees. We use professional
mechanics’ tools and employ experienced staff. Most importantly, we have tea
and coffee-making facilities and a fridge where participants can keep their
sandwiches, etc. Unfortunately, our training room is up a flight of stairs.
For
£10 a year you can join our Tool Club. Membership gives you access to our workshop
for one evening a week. If you want to repair your bike and know how to fix it,
but lack specialist tools, then join our club. There’s a range of reference
manuals available and a mechanic to offer advice.
Cycling Training
Our qualified instructors can teach you how to ride your bike, whether you have
had prior experience or not. If you’re already riding and would like to build
your confidence, we can teach you safe techniques to negotiate traffic.
Booking Information
To book a place, email training@bikefoundry.org
We
ask for a 50% deposit to confirm your place, refundable up to seven days before
the course.
Questions 8-14
Do the following statements agree with the information given in the text above?
In boxes 8-14 on
your answer sheet, write
TRUE
if the statement agrees with the information
FALSE if the statement
contradicts the information
NOT GIVEN if there is no
information on this
8. The Bike Foundry sells only second-hand
bicycles.
9. All the training sessions are held at the Bike Foundry.
10. The Bike Basics course is aimed at new cyclists.
11. Snacks are provided for participants on the maintenance
training courses.
12. Members of the Tool Club have access to cycle reference books.
13. Most of the participants on the Cycling Training courses are
beginners.
14. People can cancel their place on a training course one week
before it begins and still get their money back.
Sample 2
Read the text below and answer
Questions 9-14.
BIG ROCK CLIMBING CENTRE
Big Rock
Climbing Center is a modern, friendly professionally run centre offering over
1,200 square metres of fantastic indoor climbing. We use trained and
experienced instructors to give you the opportunity to learn and develop climbing
skills, keep fit and have fun. Master our 11 m-high climbing walls using a rope
harness, for an unbeatable sense of achievement. Or experience the thrills of
climbing without any harness in our special low-level arena, which has foam
mats on the floor to cushion any fall safety.
Who is Big Rock for?
Almost anyone can enjoy Big Rock. Previous climbing experience and specialist
equipment are not required. You can come on your own or with friends and
family. Comes as a fun alternative to the gym or for a special day out with the
kids. If you're visiting with friends or family but not climbing, or just fancy
coming to look, please feel free to relax in our excellent cafe overlooking the
climbing areas.
Mobile Climbing Wall
Available on a day hire basis at any location, the big Rock mobile Climbing
Wall is the perfect way to enhance any show, festival or event. The mobile wall
can be used indoors or outdoors and features four unique 7.3 m-high climbing
faces designed to allow four people to climb simultaneously. Quick to set up
and pack up, the mobile climbing wall is staffed by qualified and experienced
climbing instructors, providing the opportunity to climb the wall in a
controlled and safe environment. When considering what to wear, we've found
that trousers and t-shirts are ideal. We will however, ask people to remove
scarves. Most flat shoes are suitable as long as they are enclosed and support
the foot. The mobile wall is very adaptable and can be operated in light rain
and winds up to 50 kph. There are however, particular measures that we take in
such conditions.
What about hiring the Mobile
Climbing Wall for my school or college?
As climbing is different from the usual team games practiced at schools, we've
found that some students who don’t usually like participating in sports are
willing to have a go on the mobile climbing wall. If you're concerned that some
children may not want to take part because they feel nervous if they climb,
then please be assured that our instructors will support them up to a level
which they're comfortable with. They will still benefit greatly from the
experience.
Questions 9-14
Do
the following statement agree with the information given in the text above?
In
boxes 9-14 on your answer sheet write
TRUE if the statement agrees with the information
FALSE
if the statement contradicts the information
NOT GIVEN
if there is no information on this
9. When climbing at the big Rock Centre, it is compulsory to be
attached by a rope.
10. People who just want to watch the
climbing can enter the Centre without paying.
11. People can arrange to have a climbing
session in their own garden if they wish.
12. A certain item of clothing is forbidden
for participants.
13. The Mobile Climbing wall can only be used
in dry, calm weather.
14. It is inadvisable for children who are
afraid of heights to use the Mobile Climbing Wall.
Sample 3
Read the text below and answer Questions 1-7.
Booking a
Wessex Cottages Holiday
How to book your holiday
When you have looked through our brochure and have chosen two or three
alternative cottages you would like to stay in, please phone our Holiday
Booking Office.
The
number is: 01225 892299
31st
March to 20th October
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. and Thursday 9.30
a.m. to 5.00 p.m.
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
21st
October to 30th March
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. and Thursday 9.30
a.m. to 5.00 p,m.
Saturday 9.30 a.m. to 4.30 p.m.
Sunday Closed
We will check
the availability of your choices and our reservation staff will help you make
your decision. Should none of your choices be available, we will do our best to
suggest suitable alternatives.
When a
provisional reservation has been made, it will be held for 7 days. We will give
you a holiday reference number and ask you to complete the holiday booking form
and return it, with a deposit of ONE THIRD of the cottage rental, to:
WESSEX COTTAGES HOUDAY BOOKING OFFICE PO BOX 675
MELKSHAM
WILTSHIRE SN12 8SX
Deposit
payments can be made by credit card at the time of booking or by cheque made
payable to: Wessex Cottages Ltd.
IF WE HAVE
NOT RECEIVED YOUR COMPLETED AND SIGNED BOOKING FORM WITH DEPOSIT WITHIN 7 DAYS,
WE REGRET THAT YOUR RESER VATION WILL BE CANCELLED.
When we
receive your booking form and deposit, your reservation will be confirmed – we
will send you a Booking Confirmation, together with advice on how to reach your
holiday cottage and the telephone number or a local contact should you require
further details on the cottage before leaving home. Attached to the Booking
Confirmation will be a note showing the balance due on your holiday and the
date by which it is payable. Outstanding balances on bookings made in the UK
must be settled within 10 weeks of sending the deposit.
ARRIVAL
Please do not arrive at your holiday cottage before 3.30 p.m. or later than
7.00 p.m.
DEPARTURE
On the morning of departure, please leave your holiday property by 10 a.m. to
allow caretakers sufficient time to prepare the properly for the next visitors.
We ask that you please leave the property as you found it. Please don’t move
the furniture as this can cause damage both to the furniture and to the property.
OVERSEAS
BOOKINGS
We are delighted to take bookings from overseas visitors either by telephone or
fax +44 (0)1225890227. All payments should be made by credit card or by cheque
in Pounds Sterling. Please note that provisional bookings from overseas visitors
will be held for 14 DAYS. If the completed and signed booking form with the
deposit is not received within that time, the reservation will be cancelled.
LAST-MINUTE
BOOKINGS
If you wish to make a last-minute booking, please telephone the Holiday Booking
Office to check availability.
If your
reservation is made within 10 weeks of the holiday start date, full payment is
due on booking.
ELECTRICITY
In most Wessex Cottages properties electricity must be paid for in addition to
me holiday price. You may be asked to take a meter reading at the conclusion of
your holiday, or an additional fixed charge for electricity may be made.
Alternatively, there may be o coin meter, in which case you will be advised
when you are making your booking. In some cottages, electricity is included in
the rental and in very few there is no electricity at all.
LINEN
In most Wessex Cottages properties you have the choice either of hiring linen,
at a cost of £6.00 per person per week, or of bringing your own. In some
cottages linen is included and in a very few it is not available at all. if you
choose to hire linen, it will include bed linen (i.e. sheets and/or duvet
covers and pillow cases), bath and hand towels and tea cloths but will not
include towels for swimming or beach use. Linen is not available for cots. If
you have any queries, do ask the Holiday Booking Office.
Questions 1-7
Look at the information above about renting holiday cottages in England.
Do the following statements agree with the information given in the passage?
In
boxes 1-7 on your answer sheet write
TRUE if the statement agrees with the information
FALSE if the statement contradicts the information
NOT GIVEN if there is no information on this
1. The office is open on Saturdays in February but closes
slightly earlier than on weekdays.
2. On receipt of your deposit, Wessex
Cottages will confirm your booking by telephone.
3. For UK bookings, any outstanding balance
must be paid within ten weeks of sending the deposit.
4. Between the departure of one visitor and
the arrival of the next, the properties are visited and made ready.
5. The cost is lower if you make a
last-minute booking.
6. Electricity is included in the rental of
the majority of Wessex Cottages properties.
7. Beach towels are available for hire.
Sample 4
Read the text below and answer
Questions 9-14.
Beekeeping
workshop at Elm Farm
If you’ve
ever wanted to keep bees and have your own delicious honey, there’s no better
time to begin!
Whether
you’re keen to learn everything you need to know to get you started, or simply
extremely interested in the idea of keeping bees, this one-day interactive
workshop will teach you the fascinating secrets of the honeybee and how to care
for and keep bees.
Our day
begins here on the farm, getting to know about the honeybee, specifically the
kind we keep here, and their fascinating history. You will find out about and
try for yourself the equipment beekeepers use to care for their bees and
discover the many different types of hives bee colonies live in and their
different uses. You’ll learn about the life cycle of a colony, disease
prevention and caring for bees and of course how to harvest honey for your
personal use or for sale.
Then it’s
time to try on your bee suit and meet our bees. We’ll teach you how to open the
hive, recognise the different bees in it (including how to spot the queen!) and
explain what they’re doing in different parts of the hive.
What’s
included in the price?
We’ll provide
everything you need, including unlimited organic tea or coffee, lunch cooked in
our outdoor, wood-fired oven and beekeeping suits for the day. Just bring a
pair of thick boots with you. You’ll leave with plenty of notes and resources,
including a packet of bee-friendly wildflower seeds and, courtesy of BJ
Sherriff, the leading supplier of beekeeping clothing, an exclusive 25%
discount for anything in their online store.
We like to
run our workshops fairly and honestly. Your booking secures a very limited
place, so is non-refundable – if you can’t make it, you can send a friend or
colleague instead though. If at the end of any of our workshops, you don’t
believe that it has helped you to achieve what it set out to, we will gladly
provide a full refund.
Places are
strictly limited so please do book early to avoid disappointment.
Questions 9-14
Do
the following statements agree with the information given in the text?
In boxes 9-14 on your
answer sheet, write
TRUE if the statement agrees with the
information
FALSE if the statement contradicts the
information
NOT GIVEN if there is no information on this
9. The workshop is only suitable for people who already keep
their own bees.
10. Participants will meet people who
are involved in selling honey to the public.
11. Vegetarian refreshments are
available if requested in advance.
12. Participants will need to pay extra
to hire appropriate clothes for the workshop.
13. Protective footwear will be
required during the workshop.
14. If someone has to cancel before the
workshop, the fee will be repaid.
Sample 5
Read the text below and answer
Questions 6-14.
The
Maplehampton scarecrow competition – a great success!
There was
once a time when farmers all over the country put scarecrows in fields of
growing crops. A traditional scarecrow was a model – usually life-size – of a
man or woman dressed in old clothes, and their purpose was to frighten the
birds away; though how successful they were is a matter of opinion!
Maplehampton’s
scarecrow competition took place on September 12th. Local farmers supplied
everything needed to make a scarecrow – like pieces of wood to form a frame,
and straw to stuff the scarecrow. The scarecrows were dressed in old clothes which
the competitors brought with them.
The festival
was held in the village hall, instead of outdoors as planned, due to the
unusually high temperature. There were two classes, one for adults and one for
children, all of them working in small teams. Over 20 teams took part, each
creating one scarecrow. They were encouraged by an audience of around 50, and
had ideas and guidance from local artist Tracey Sanzo.
The
scarecrows were judged by a team of people from the village. The winning
children’s team made a scarecrow that looked like a giant bird – which would
surely keep every real bird away! The winning adult team’s scarecrow was
dressed as an alien from another planet, and its face was painted to make it
look very frightening – at least to human beings!
After the
judging, many of the participants and the spectators had a picnic which they
had brought. Some of the scarecrows then went home to their creators’ gardens.
Alice Cameron, a local farmer, liked one of the scarecrows so much, she bought
it to stand on her balcony: she said she didn’t need it to scare birds away
from her crops, as only bird-scarers that made a noise were effective. She just
wanted to be able to see it!
The event
raised over £300 for village funds.
Questions 6-14
Do
the following statements agree with the information given in the text?
In boxes 6-14 on your
answer sheet, write
TRUE if the statement agrees with the
information
FALSE if the statement contradicts the
information
NOT GIVEN if there is no information on this
6. Traditionally, most scarecrows were the same size as a
human being.
7. The competition in September was the
first one in Maplehampton.
8. The farmers who provided materials could
take part in the competition.
9. Old clothes were supplied to the people
who made the scarecrows.
10. The venue for the competition was
changed because of the weather.
11. Competitors could get advice on making their
scarecrows.
12. In the judges’ opinion, the scarecrow
dressed as an alien was better than the giant bird.
13. The competition organisers supplied a
picnic for the competitors and spectators.
14. Alice Cameron bought a scarecrow to
frighten birds away from her crops.
Sample 6
Read the text below and answer Questions 1-7.
How to
choose your builder
Building a
new home is a significant investment, and it’s essential to find the right
builder for the job. Before you look for a builder, it’s important to develop a
comprehensive budget and have clear plans. Once you have a design in mind, it
is time to start narrowing down your builder shortlist, and this starts with
assessing how qualified each builder is. In Australia, this means checking that
the builder holds a residential building licence. Most states have their own
building authority who you can contact to check a builder’s licence.
You can also
check if the builder is a member of an industry association such as the Housing
Industry Association (HIA), and whether they have won any industry awards. For
instance, the HIA runs a state and national awards programme, with a category
that recognises the level of customer service that a builder delivers.
Most experts
agree that display homes (homes constructed by the builder that are open to the
public) offer a great opportunity to study their work up close. Display homes
are usually offered by major project builders who work on a large scale and can
deliver good quality and value . You can also talk to the salesperson and find
out about the home design and what is and isn’t included in the sale price. And
it may be possible to talk to other customers you meet there and ask their
opinion of the workmanship in the display home.
Finally,
avoid signing any business contract before you have read and understood it
thoroughly. Ask your builder to use a standard building contract that has been
designed to comply with the Domestic Building Contracts Act, and to be fair to
both client and builder. You have five business days within which you may
withdraw from the contract after signing it.
Questions 1-7
Do the following statements agree with the information given in the text above?
In
boxes 1-7 on your answer sheet, write
TRUE if the statement agrees with the information
FALSE if the statement contradicts the information
NOT GIVEN if there is no information on this
1. After selecting a builder, you should decide on the design
of your new house.
2. In Australia, you can make sure that a
builder has the appropriate license.
3. The best builders usually belong to the
Housing Industry Association.
4. The HIA gives an award to builders whose
standards of customer service are very high.
5. Builders who work on smaller projects are
more likely to have display homes.
6. It is advisable to have a contract which
is in accordance with the Domestic Building Contracts Act.
7. A contract is legally binding from the
time it has been signed.
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