Reading (91-100) Show session ID Load QuizSave Quiz Welcome to the OLNA Support Reading Skill Builder Each question will be multiple choice There will be four answers to select from If you can’t figure out the answer, you should use the “Hint” as a guide to work out the correct response. Click next once you have selected your answer to take the next question Question 91. The above image is of an edited nutrition information panel on a food label. Question. Why do you think information has been circled in red? Hint Hint: think about why certain numbers are circled and who is mostly likely to circle them someone wanted to highlight how concerning these numbers were for health reasons this answer is correct because the numbers are high and therefore show that this food product is not particularly healthy because the manufacturer wants to highlight how great their product is this answer is incorrect because the manufacturer would not circle these numbers as they reflect poorly on the product someone has identified an error in the numbers this answer is incorrect because the red circles are used to highlight nutritional concerns with the product and therefore are not used to highlight errors all nutrition information panels on food labels include red circles in these areas so people know where the most important information is this is incorrect because someone has added these circles later to highlight how concerning the numbers are Question 92. Sentence 1. Frodsham’s research shows that most minority groups experience up to 20 indirect interactions which they “feel threatened or uncomfortable in” in on a weekly basis. Sentence 2. This has become a progressive problem in our society as people help support racism by not wanting to get involved when others are treated differently. Sentence 3. We thought racism was dying out and our society was becoming more accepting of cultural differences but the recent comments and now election of Donald Trump suggests things have not progressed as far as we may have thought and recent research also adds to this debate. Sentence 4. This proves that racism is everywhere although it has changed from everyone saying obviously damaging things to people avoiding getting involved or laughing when one person is openly racist and other often join in on their comments even though they fear making them personally. Sentence 5. Professor John Frodsham from the University of Montreal explains the “bystander effect” contributes to the acceptability of racism in the community and has become the biggest issue for victims who feel powerless. The 5 sentences above are taken from a complete essay paragraph written by a student. (THEY ARE OUT OF ORDER.) Question. Which of the following sentences would be the topic sentence of the completed paragraph? Hint Hint: consider which sentence introduces the main idea of the paragraph and sets up the evidence that will follow sentence 2 this answer is incorrect because the opening phrase suggests this sentence follows on from a previous point sentence 3 this answer is correct because it introduces the point and the evidence that will follow sentence 4 this answer is incorrect because the opening phrase suggests this sentence follows on from a previous point and would finalise the argument sentence 5 this answer is incorrect because this sentence contains an expert and evidence to prove a point which should not occur in a topic sentence Question 93. There was an Old Man with a beard, Who said, "It is just as I feared! Two Owls and a Hen, Four Larks and a Wren, Have all built their nests in my beard!" The text above is a limerick written by Edward Leer a writer, poet and illustrator. Question. Which category does this limerick fit into? HintHint: look at the layout of this text and the ideas it creates then read the answers to work out what sort of text this is sea shanty this answer is incorrect because typically sea shanties are about the sea or fishing and this limerick is not love song this answer is incorrect because love is not mentioned in the limerick cautionary tale this answer is incorrect because there is no mention of danger or reason for caution in the limerick nonsense poem this answer is correct because the limerick is not about anything important Question 94. The following question uses the above screen capture of a phone policy from a large corporation. Question. What happens if a call you redirected to I.T Support goes unanswered? Hint Hint: look carefully at the table in the bottom of this text and read the instructions relating to I.T the call will return to you this answer is correct because the table at the bottom of the image states that if a call redirected to I.T support goes “unanswered” the “call will return” to you the call will be diverted this answer is incorrect because the table at the bottom of the image states that the call will return to you as you were the person who redirected it in the first place dial 00 to cancel it this answer is incorrect because this number only works for a redirection to a Manager ask someone for assistance this answer is incorrect because the table clearly states what will happen to the call Question 95. The following question uses the above screen capture of a phone policy from a large corporation. Question. What would you dial if you couldn’t answer a call and you needed to redirect the call to another staff member? HintHint: look carefully at the table in the bottom of this text and read the instructions Dial 01 this answer is incorrect because the table states that this number will redirect to your mailbox Dial 00 this answer is incorrect because the table states that this number will cancel a call to the manager Dial 08 this answer is incorrect because the table states that this number will redirect the call to the staffing office Dial 04 this answer is correct because the table states that this number will redirect to another person Question 96. The following question uses the above screen capture of a phone policy from a large corporation. Question. According to the above phone policy, after having placed a caller on hold, what is the first thing you are required to do when returning to the call? Hint Hint: look carefully at the table in the bottom of this text and read the instructions redirect the caller to a manager this answer is incorrect because redirecting to a manager is not discussed in the requirements listed under the heading “Telephone calls placed on hold” follow-up with a time-frame this answer is incorrect because while it may be something you could do, it is not the first requirement listed under the heading “Telephone calls placed on hold” restate your name this answer is correct because it is the first requirement listed under the heading “Telephone calls placed on hold” do not leave a call for more than 30 seconds this answer is incorrect because it is not the first requirement listed under the heading “Telephone calls placed on hold” and it also may be something you need to do Question 97. The following question uses the above screen capture of a phone policy from a large corporation. Question. The above image indicates the sort of business this policy relates to in point 3, what is it? HintHint: Find point 3 and carefully read through the whole point and look for words which relate to the answers provided an Accounting office this answer is incorrect because “accounting” is not mentioned in point 3 of the image a Vet office this answer is correct because the policy states “person/veterinarian” an I.T office this answer is incorrect because “I.T” is not mentioned in point 3 of the image a staffing office this answer is incorrect because “staffing” is not mentioned in point 3 of the image Question 98. The following question relates to the online article above. Question. What is implied in the article about the failure of this car in the United States? HintHint: Find the sentence that refers to the United States and read it through to find the sentence that best explains the “failure” of this car it is not stylish enough for Americans this answer is incorrect because there is no evidence in the article to support it its engine is too under-powered this answer is correct because the article states that “their under-powered engines may not be the right fit for the United States” America only supports gasoline cars this answer is incorrect because there is no evidence in the article to support it American roads are larger so they don’t need small cars this answer is incorrect because there is no evidence in the article to support it Question 99. The following question relates to the online article above. Question. What is an interesting fact about the makers of this car which is outlined in the article? HintHint: read through the answers first then read the second paragraph looking for information of interest they wanted to design the smallest car ever made this answer is incorrect because there is no evidence in the article to suggest this car is the smallest ever made the car is ultra-compact this answer is incorrect because while the car is ultra-compact, this does not relate to the car maker the car is fully-electric this answer is incorrect because while the car is fully-electric, this does not relate to the car maker a watch company and a car company worked together this answer is correct because the article states that the car was “conceived as a partnership between Swiss watchmaker Swatch and [German car manufacturer] Mercedes-Benz”. A watchmaker and a car manufacturer rarely work together in partnership Question 100. The following question relates to the online article above. Question. What is the best description of the smart car? HintHint: read the answer options through first then read the first paragraph of the text to crosscheck the best description they are more intelligent than other cars this answer is incorrect because cars cannot be intelligent people who purchase this car are smart this answer is incorrect because there is no connection between buying the car and being intelligent it is an all-electric ultra-compact car this answer is correct because both of these terms are used in the above article to describe smart cars it is a powerful car with a large engine this answer is incorrect because there is much evidence which proves that a smart car is not powerful and does not have a large engine You’ve already answered some of the questions! Would you like to continue with quiz or restart it from beginning? Time's up Submit a CommentYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Comment * Name Email Website Δ
