Reading Practice Test 1-250 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 245. The following question relates to the news article above Question 245. Why did the author use the phrase “fowl odour” in the title? The phrase means the community is covered in feathers from the chickens this answer is incorrect because the word odour refers to a smell The phrase is designed to be informative, so people know what the article is about this answer is incorrect. The phrase does give clues as to what the article is about, but it is primarily a clever play on words which is intended to be humorous The phrase adds humour to the title to make people more likely to read the article. this answer is correct because the word “fowl” which means chicken is actually meant to be spelled “foul” which means awful or bad. A foul odour is a bad smell The phrase is designed to show how serious the issues is so concerned readers will read it this answer is incorrect because the title uses humour to help communicate what the article is about None Question 147. Margot stood apart from them, from these children who could never remember a time when there wasn’t rain and rain and rain. They were all nine years old, and if there had been a day, seven years ago, when the sun came out for an hour and showed its face to the stunned world, they could not recall. Sometimes, at night, she heard them stir, in remembrance, and she knew they were dreaming and remembering gold or a yellow crayon or a coin large enough to buy the world with. The above is an extract from the short story All Summer in A Day by Ray Bradbury. Question 147. What is the purpose of this story? to entertain to inform to provide a guide to persuade None Question 56. The following question relates to the formal document above Question 56. What is the purpose of this notification? It is a fine for criminal behaviour This is Sam Sample’s actual infringement notice for speeding It is a made up example of a Motor vehicle fine so people can see what they may look like This is a Penalty given to the NSW Government None Question 122. The following question relates to the image above of a legal notice. Question 122. Which of the following words could replace “cease” in the second sentence and still make sense? stop call us give up be truthful None Question 102. The above image is taken from an online article written by Ashitha Nagesh. Question 102. Which of the following extracts from the above text suggests possibility rather than certainty? “Nothing can be saved” “At the moment we are waiting to see if the experts think some of the items downstairs can be saved if professionally cleaned and restored” “Downstairs has been flooded due to the volume of water that had to be pumped in to extinguish the fire, everything has suffered smoke damage” “Her iPhone charger had caught fire despite being a genuine Apple product” None Question 128. The following question relates to the above screen capture of an email. Question 128. Who is the original sender in the email chain? Greg Merchan Flabdablet Ludwik Trammer Anzan Hoshin None Question 168. The following image is a taken from the “Ride Safe Handbook” Question 168. What is a pillion? A passenger on a motorcycle The person who can best see the road conditions ahead The rider of a motorcycle People who judge or advise None Question 174. The following image is a taken from the “Ride Safe Handbook” Question 174. Which of the following items are NOT required equipment for the motorcycle to meet the standards by law? Adequate footrests A red break light at the front of the motorcycle Brakes that allow you to stop quickly Working Indicators None Question 134. The image above is of an email that Jane received from a lawyer. Question 134. Which of the following phrases is designed to put pressure on Jane to pay the amounts detailed in the letter? please click on the link you may not realize this it is essential that you how you intend to pay it None 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 93. Which category does this limerick fit into? sea shanty love song cautionary tale nonsense poem None Question 235. The following question relates to the news article above Question 235. This article on Jessica Bainbridge is designed to… Show how one person can make a difference and inspire others to do the same this answer is correct because it explains the purpose of the article accurately Promote that Blue Planet II is an award-winning TV show this answer is incorrect because the TV show is not the main focus of the article To promote single-use plastics in local businesses this answer is incorrect because it is the opposite of the purpose of the article Provide a vision for how the world should be this answer is incorrect because the article focuses on one person and one specific thing she is doing None Question 241. The following question relates to the news article above Question 241. Which of the following best describes Jess Roskelley? Alaskan this answer is incorrect because the article does not say he is from Alaska Entertaining this answer is incorrect because the activities Jess completes are not aimed at entertaining others Young this answer is incorrect because the article mentions he is now much older than when he first climbed Everest Adventurous this answer is correct because he has pushed himself to achieve great things in dangerous places None Question 219. The following question relates to the information provided by Mark Mc Gowan responding to the two letters on the right Question 219. Why is an image used in this text and not in the formal letters? The lack of colour in the images makes the post appear sad compared to the letters this answer is incorrect because the letters are also of a concerning nature Because young adults are on social media and they wouldn’t read a letter this answer is incorrect because it doesn’t provide a specific reason about the use of the image to provide detailed information on the states of Australia affected by COVID-19 virus this answer is incorrect because the picture is about one state and not many, and the image can’t be used to work out this statement Images make the social media post more engaging and simplify the message for the target audience. this answer is correct because the image is a simple map of the regions of Western Australia. This makes it quick and easy to interpret the meaning of the message. None Question 195. The following is an image taken from the “pricing” section of a Company’s website which offers many different services Question 195. Which sentence is correct based on the information in the table above? Delivery is always free Inspections cost less than $10 an hour Transcripts and Search and Retrievals are both about documents If a decision takes under five hours, it does not cost you anything None Question 15. The following question relates to the online article above Question 15. At the end of the first point it says “Nice going pal” who is the author talking to? Himself The waiter The author The reader None Question 76. The following question relates to the image above taken from a boating guide Question 76. What does the term “stand-on vessel” mean? the boat that is closest to your right-hand side change direction and move to the left the boat next to you the boat heading in your direction None Question 4. The following question relates to the screen capture of a map above Question 4. How far away is Canning Vale from the Perth CBD? A 20 minute drive The map doesn’t have the distance included on it 25.5 km squared 20 kms None Question 5. The following question relates to the screen capture of a map above Question 5. How many locations can you purchase food from in the area indicated? The map doesn’t tell you where food places are located 7 locations Subway, KFC, McDonald’s and Eagle Boys More than 20 None Question 207. The following question relates to the business page above Question 207. What makes this farm unusual? It is privately owned by Will who is a young man who saved up for a farm himself this answer is incorrect, as no background information relating to Will is provided Most farms are not run by zoologists they are run by farmers this answer is incorrect, as no information relating to Will and his qualifications are provided Will allows you to pat tamed versions of wild animals this answer is incorrect, as all the animals are described as “domesticated” rather than wild, and the information does not let the reader know if you can touch the animals Will’s farm does not keep mainstream commercial stock this answer is correct because it is stated directly in the second paragraph None Question 85. Two frogs dwelt in the same pool. The pool being dried up under the summer's heat, they left it and set out together for another home. As they went along they chanced to pass a deep well, amply supplied with water, on seeing which, one of the Frogs said to the other: "Let us descend and make our abode in this well." The other replied with greater caution: "But suppose the water should fail us, how can we get out again from so great a depth?" This text is a fable from a famous collection created by Aesop, a Greek story teller Question 85. What is the main purpose of the above fable? to explain how frogs find new water holes to describe an interaction between two frogs to show that water is needed for frogs to survive to teach an important lesson None Question 3. The following question relates to the image above Question 3. Which company would you write to if you had a complaint about the product Brewer’s Yeast? Genuine Whole Food GMP NOW foods Brewer’s Yeast Co None Question 214. The following question relates to the letter above Question 214. Who wrote this letter? Representatives from the Peel Alliance this answer is incorrect. The authors could possibly be members of the Peel Alliance, but this is not stated anywhere in the letter. Mark McGowan, this is his reply this answer is incorrect, Mark McGowan is the recipient of the letter as indicated at the top The Members for Canning and Dawesville this answer is the most correct as these are the titles of the two people who have signed at the bottom of the letter. Andrew Hastie this answer is incorrect. The letter has two authors – Andrew Hastie is only one of the authors. None Question 52. The following question relates to the screenshot above Question 52. How can you see there is an attached images in this email? RE: Pitch for upcoming client meeting Meredith Greene vintage ad-1955.jpg (755KB) (I’ve attached a vintage ad that captures this idea nicely, I think) None Question 224. The following question relates to the flight confirmation email above Question 224. What time should Mark tell his family to pick him up from Terminal 3 at London Airport? 1 pm this answer is correct because 13:00 means 1pm 5:10 this answer is incorrect because this is when he will arrive in another city 1 am this answer is incorrect because 1 am will be in the morning and he is arriving in the afternoon 6:30 this answer is incorrect because this is a departure time and not an arrival time None Question 175. The following image is a screen-capture taken from the Board Meeting Minutes Question 175. What section of this Board Meeting document would you read to find out if you should be at this meeting The purpose Welcome Attendees Viewing Access None Question 165. The following question relates to the online article above written by Edward Helmore Question 165. This article is designed to…. ? Persuade Inform Challenge Entertain None Question 232. The following question relates to the news article above Question 232. Which phrase is similar to the word “entrepreneurial” used in the article? Cunning and manipulative this answer is incorrect because the article portrays the girl in a positive way Environmentally friendly this answer is incorrect because this word is more about business rather than the environment Artistically talented this answer is incorrect because this word is more about business rather than creativity. Business minded this answer is correct because the word is about starting a business or foundation None Question 37. The following question relates to the image of a manual for installing a baby seat Question 37. In a forward facing harness, how high should the harness straps be? Whichever set works best for your child Even with or just above the shoulders The harness must be properly tightened Even with or just below the shoulders None Question 238. The following question relates to the webpage above Question 238. Which of the following statements is true? It costs more to register an unsterilised dog for three years than a sterilised dog for a lifetime this answer is correct because the list of costs shows that registering an unsterilised dog for three years will cost $120.00, whereas registering a sterilised dog for its lifetime will only cost $100.00. There is no information on the website explaining the restrictions around the number of dogs you can register this answer is incorrect because there is a tab stating “Are there restriction to the number of dogs I can register?” which has not been expanded to check this statement You do not need to provide proof of sterilisation to register a dog that you claim to be sterilised. this answer is incorrect because the information states that a scan or photo of the sterilisation certificate is required. No discounts on registration apply this answer is incorrect as a 50% discount is available for holders of Pensioner Concession Cards. None Question 223. The following question relates to the social media text provided by JK Rowling Question 223. What does the acronym ‘b/c’ mean in President Trump’s social media post? boring capitalizations this answer is incorrect because the sentence ‘I capitalize certain words only for emphasis, not boring capitalizations they should be capitalized!’ makes no sense. bold and capitals this answer is incorrect because the sentence ‘I capitalize certain words only for emphasis, not bold and capitals they should be capitalized!’ makes no sense. because this answer is correct. The acronym b/c, meaning ‘because’, is used mainly in computer-based conversation (instant messaging, email, text messaging, etc.), but not in formal writing. The sentence ‘I capitalize certain words only for emphasis, not because they should be capitalized!’ makes sense. he meant to write p/c which means “politically correct”, but Trump has misspelled it this answer is incorrect. The acronym b/c has a meaning which is correct in the context in which Donald used it. None Question 72. The following question relates to the figure above taken from a weather website Question 72. What do the abbreviations Min and Max refer to? the lowest and highest temperature predictions the temperature predictions from two different websites the daytime temperature and the night-time temperature a guess that the temperature will be between these two numbers None Question 82. The following question relates to the online article above written by Meghan Vivo Question 82. What is the most likely reason Dr Douglas Gentile is quoted in this article? he acts as an expert who supports the argument posed in the article because he was available at the time for an interview and knows a lot about gambling addiction because he was interested in this article and wanted to add a comment to it to add statistical evidence to the debate over the addictiveness of gaming None Question 28. The following question relates to the article above titled: “Want to Raise Resilient Kids? A Navy SEAL Says Always Do This…” Question 28. In point one, you can set a great example by... Showing toughness Showing self-discipline Being strong Demonstrating commitment None Question 158. This image is created by an application based on how many words are used in a quiz, the words become larger when they are used more often in the quiz. Question 158. Which of the following sentences is the most accurate summary of the image? This quiz must have been about measurement and data. This quiz focuses on quantitative more than qualitative information. This quiz is about two different types of research and methodology. This quiz is clearly about Science. None Question 244. The following question relates to the news article above Question 244. The main purpose of this article is to… Expose the Chicken Farm for their actions this answer is incorrect because although the article names the companies involved, it does not accuse them of illegal activity Raise awareness of an issue that is impacting the local community this answer is correct because the article mentions the issue without providing a solution or making specific accusations Entertain people with animal stories this answer is incorrect because the article is not a work of fiction, and is not intended to be fun to read To provide an opinion on a controversial issue this answer is incorrect because the author does not provide her own criticism or perspective on the issue, she only states the known facts about the issue None Question 236. The following question relates to the webpage above Question 236. The purpose of this page is to… Provide general information about a company or organisation this answer is incorrect because this page is very specific and targeted To answer common concerns or queries this answer is correct because it explains the purpose of the article accurately. FAQs stands for ‘Frequently Asked Questions’. To provide direct feedback on the products or services the company offers this answer is incorrect because FAQ pages are used to provide answers to frequently asked questions. To provide payment options for customers this answer is incorrect because, although there is information about costs, there is no mention of payment options or methods on this page. None Question 225. The following question relates to the flight confirmation email above Question 225. If Mark wants to check on his first flight he could…? He could call Dallas Airport and check flight number BH 30112 this answer is incorrect because it is the flight number for the second flight He could call London Airport and ask about flight delays this answer is incorrect because he would be calling the wrong airport for the first flight Check confirmation number ZXRUAG11 online to make sure his tickets are valid this answer is correct because the confirmation number is accurate He could write a letter to 23042 N Main Street this answer is incorrect because this is his own postal address None Question 6. The following question relates to the screen capture of a map above Question 6. If you wanted to go to the Queensgate Medical Centre, which would be the closest bus stop indicated on the map? Ranford Road, before the Queensgate lights Queensgate Drive Goodwood Way St Alban’s Promenade None Question 47. The following question relates to the image above Question 47. When should you avoid opening this product? If it tastes funny If the pill's colour has changed If it was not refrigerated If the inner seal was broken None Question 210. The following question relates to the business page above Question 210. If you wanted to find out when you can visit this farm, what link would you click on first? “Tour” in the last paragraph of this page this answer is incorrect, this link may take you to information about the tour and may not include the specific dates and times. Contact this answer is incorrect, as this will allow you to message the owner of the farm but not directly give you the information to visit. “Tour Times” this answer is correct because it will provide specific information on the dates and times that are available for farm visits Location this answer is incorrect, this will give you the location of the farm but will not necessarily tell you when you can visit it or if it is available to visit None Question 12. Everyday I wake up with eyes that don’t work and remember the dry, flat paddocks, One of my eyes hasn’t even opened in years and the other just lets in the light and the world looks grey. The scratching of the chickens in the yard to my right are usually the reason I roll over to absorb the rising yellow sun then I try and get up when the creak of the front fly-wire door sounds but I rarely get to it in time. My master’s porch is old and tired but at least I have an old rug which is far more comfy than the rickety warped floor boards. There were four of us once and each had a role of their own. My three brothers and I would come bounding out of the kennels to greet our master, we would sit up straight to attention in a row as we had been trained to do, eagerly awaiting a morning pat of the head as reward for the coming work. I trained my brothers out in the burning paddocks running up and down after the mindless sheep and corralling them through the gates and turn-styles of the shearing sheds. My legs aren’t up to it anymore; years of service have run them through and I’m the last of my brothers left on this porch. My master was once good to us, we would ride on the back of the Ute into town and I remember tasting the scents of freshly baked bread or sizzling bacon of an early morning. Now I can barely get up off this rug these days. The only time my master comes to give me attention now is when he stands on the porch turning the succulent sausages on the barbecue after a hard day and he drops a few food scraps into my bowl, I love the burnt sausage ends. I live for those few minutes every day when I know he is next to me, when he remembers I’m on his porch because in every way I’m useless to him now. This question refers to the story above... Question 12. The story teller is... A young inner city dog A man who runs a farm and has dogs An old sheep station dog A child None Question 133. The image above is of an email that Jane received from a lawyer. Question 133. Which aspect of the above letter suggests it could be a scam? it includes several spelling mistakes it doesn’t make sense it is from a lawyer the signature doesn’t look real None Question 169. The following image is a taken from the “Ride Safe Handbook” Question 169. Based on the information above, which of the following statements is accurate? Sidewalls should be checked only after riding Bumps, cracks or cuts are normal for road wear on most tyres The rider of a motorcycle is responsible for their tyre pressure Tyres need to be replaced before riding again if damage is found None Question 211. The following question relates to the letter above Question 211. Mr Mark McGowan…? Wrote this letter this answer is incorrect. Mark McGowan is the person being written to, as can be seen at the top of the page. Works for the Peel Alliance this answer is incorrect, Mark McGowan does not have this title under his name Is the Premier of WA this answer is correct. The title under his name confirms this. Is trying to travel to the Peel Region this answer is incorrect. There is no indication in the letter that Mark McGowan is travelling None Question 208. The following question relates to the business page above Question 208. What types of animal does William keep on his farm? Will’s farm has mainly cattle, sheep, pigs and poultry this answer is correct because it is stated directly in the first paragraph Exotic animals of any sort as long as they are classified as “rare breeds” this answer is incorrect, as only domesticated farm animals are listed rather than other exotic animals Only pigs, as is clear from the pictures provided this answer is incorrect, as other animals are listed in the information Will’s farm only has rare breeds of cattle but he does not keep chickens this answer is incorrect, as other animals are listed in the information including poultry which may include chickens None You’ve already answered some of the questions! Would you like to continue with quiz or restart it from beginning? Submit a CommentYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Comment * Name Email Website Δ
