Reading Practice Test 1-250 (Extra time) 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 229. The following question relates to the public awareness poster above Question 229. According to the poster, if you’re about to cough what should you do? Cover your mouth using your arm in front of your face rather than your hands this answer is correct because there is an image and explanation to demonstrate what to do Make sure your personal mask is on for good hygiene this answer is incorrect because another option is more specific to coughing Make sure you wash your hands immediately this answer is incorrect because this would need to be done after coughing rather than before it Do not travel if you’re unwell this answer is incorrect because you might cough even if you’re not unwell. None Question 105. The following question refers to the image above Question 105. What is the purpose of this document? it is a record of the business that took place at a meeting it is a notice about voting for a federal election it is a copy of the notes for a speech at a meeting it provides advanced notice of what is going to be talked about at a future meeting None Question 226. The following question relates to the flight confirmation email above Question 226. Which of the following statements is true based on the travel itinerary provided? Mark has under one and a half hours to get from his first flight to his second flight in JFK Airport in New York this answer is correct. Mark has only one hour and twenty minutes between his first flight arriving and his second flight departing. He therefore has even less than this amount of time to get to the gate before boarding closes for his second flight. Mark will arrive at Gate 3 in London Airport this answer is incorrect because this is the arrival gate for the first flight. Mark is still waiting on a confirmation status for flight two this answer is incorrect because both flights are confirmed Mark will be flying in “first-class” for the whole journey this answer is incorrect because the itinerary identifies the class of the flight as “economy” which means he is not flying first class. None Question 126. The following question relates to the screen capture above of an online search engine. Question 126. If your fridge freezer combination door handle is broken, which of the following search options would you choose to limit your search? fridge repairs fridge fridge freezers fridge freezer repairs None Question 90. Question 90. Which of the following sentences contain linking words which indicate a cause? a) the little girl decided to take her doll over her blanket b) the student was committed to the test in spite of her lack of sleep c) the golfer landed the ball on the green due to the heavy breeze d) the groom entered the church at the same time as the guests a) the little girl decided to take her doll over her blanket b) the student was committed to the test in spite of her lack of sleep c) the golfer landed the ball on the green due to the heavy breeze d) the groom entered the church at the same time as the guests None Question 194. The following is an image taken from the “pricing” section of a Company’s website which offers many different services Question 194. If you have recorded an interview on your phone and want someone to type it out for you, how much would it cost you? $15 per hour If it was five hours long, it would be $20 an hour $4.40 per page of writing 10 cents a page 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 118. The above is an extract from a short story written by Talei Cuenca. Question 118. Which sentence from the text could replace the one below and have the same meaning? “she retained her curiosity but had no will to care” she stayed focused and made sure she didn’t look like she was worried she wanted to know more but couldn’t find the motivation to look into it she was really interested in what was happening but too distracted to do anything about it None Question 87. 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 87. In the story, what is the main way in which readers find out about the frogs’ characters/personalities? from their thoughts from what they look like from what they do from what they say None Question 167. The following image is a copy of a construction invoice used to break down the costs required for payment Question 167. Who would have to pay this Bill? The Construction Company John Doe Henry Higgins Construction labourers None Question 200. The following question relates to the screen capture from a news website above Question 200. Why would this poster include coloured pictures? To be more engaging for teens To draw attention to its message To persuade people to take the signage seriously To inform by providing real examples 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 228. The following question relates to the website above Question 228. When the text mentions “tap” it is referring to…? The tap you turn in a sink to get water this answer is incorrect because the reference is not made toward a real physical tap The word tap is a reference to water because scuba diving happens in the pool or ocean this answer is incorrect because the reference is not made toward a physical thing like a pool or ocean A tap on the shoulder because you are next to go diving this answer is incorrect because the reference is not made toward a physical movement or action Getting involved in or trying something this answer is correct because the word ‘tap’ used in this sentence refers to attempting an activity. None Question 154. The following question relates to the slide about Workplace Harassment above. Question 154. What does the word “Maliciously” mean? Avoiding Balanced Banishing Deliberately None Question 170. The following image is a taken from the “Ride Safe Handbook” Question 170. Which statement most accurately explains what can cause uneven wearing of tyres? Steering, alignment, tyre pressure or suspension Steering issues are the sole cause of tyre wearing unevenly The rider of a motorcycle is responsible for their tyre pressure Damage to Sidewalls can increase wearing None Question 30. The following question relates to the article “Want to Raise Resilient Kids? A Navy SEAL Says Always Do This…” by Question 30. In point 3, what does the word “empathy” mean? Looking after yourself to make sure no one needs to look after you Being resourceful with what you have Looking after others when they are in need Understanding and feeling for the situations of others None Question 189. The following question relates to the image from an online article above Question 189. Why are dot points are used in this article? To break up large chunks of information which would have made one paragraph To show a separation of the three main ideas Because they make the article look more authentically scientific So you can skip over them because they are not as important as the paragraphs of information None Question 46. The following question relates to the image above Question 46. How many servings do you get out of this bottle? 8 ounces 1 945ml 32 None Question 65. The following question relates to the above image of a web-search. Question 65. If you wanted to look through all the different movie times in cinemas across Perth, which website would be the most helpful to click? Perth Cinema Locations Movie Times at Westfield Carousel Movies Times and Cinema Session Times Carousel (LUX) - Carousel l HOYTS Cinema None Question 246. The following question relates to the cooking recipe above Question 246. Why are the words ‘base measurement’ placed in brackets in the first step? Because they are technical words this answer is incorrect because it is not normal to put words in brackets simply because they are of a technical nature To highlight these words as a potential problem this answer is incorrect because the words ‘base measurement’ are not a warning or a statement of a problem In case the cook has forgotten the measurements this answer is incorrect because although the words ‘base measurement’ refers to measurements, the words themselves are not measurements To clarify which surface of the object the measurements refer to. this answer is correct because the words ‘base measurement’ provide clarification that the measurements are taken at the bottom of the loaf pan. A loaf pan has tapered walls to help the loaf come out after baking. The length and width measurements at the top of the pan will therefore be larger than those at the bottom None Question 10. This is information on the label of food. Question 10. What is the likely purpose of reading a text like this product label? To understand a concept To obtain specific information For entertainment or enjoyment To compare different points of view 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 140. The above was a web post that was passed around universities during the holiday season. Question 140. What type of text is this? a greeting card a self-help expository text an online interactive text a quick guide None Question 166. The following image is a copy of a construction invoice used to break down the costs required for payment Question 166. How many Construction Materials were purchased…. ? 9 $150 10 100 None Question 44. The Lion, the Fox, the Jakal and the Wolf The Lion went hunting and took along with him a Fox, a Jackal, and a Wolf. They hunted and they hunted till at last the Lion surprised a Stag, and soon took its life. Then came the question how the spoil should be divided. "Quarter me this Stag," roared the Lion. So the other animals skinned it and cut it into four parts. Then the Lion took his stand in front of the carcass and pronounced judgment: “The first quarter is for me in my capacity as King of Beasts; the second is mine as the judge of this kill; another share comes to me for my part in the chase; and as for the fourth quarter, well, as for that, I should like to see which of you will dare to lay a paw upon it." "Humph," grumbled the Fox in a low growl as he walked away with his tail between his legs. The wolf and the Jakal watched the lion glare over the carcass as he sat down to eat so they turned and walked after the fox. The following question relates to the fable above Question 44. The main purpose of this text is to... To teach a lesson To show how clever animals are To prove that animals have rules To instruct 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 121. The following question relates to the screen capture above of a news website. Question 121. If you clicked on the “Discover More” banner in the centre of the screen, what information would you receive? Sports news an advertisement Champions League news World News None Question 209. The following question relates to the business page above Question 209. The “Home” tab of a website usually contains…? Information about the person who created the business the website is about this answer is incorrect, as other tabs are often used for this specific type of information General information about the website and its purpose this answer is correct because the information provided on this page is general and provides an overview of the company The most important information about a website explained in detail this answer is incorrect, as other tabs are often used for this specific type of information Specific information about a controversial topic this answer is incorrect, as other tabs are often used for this specific type of information 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 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 42. The Lion, the Fox, the Jakal and the Wolf The Lion went hunting and took along with him a Fox, a Jackal, and a Wolf. They hunted and they hunted till at last the Lion surprised a Stag, and soon took its life. Then came the question how the spoil should be divided. "Quarter me this Stag," roared the Lion. So the other animals skinned it and cut it into four parts. Then the Lion took his stand in front of the carcass and pronounced judgment: “The first quarter is for me in my capacity as King of Beasts; the second is mine as the judge of this kill; another share comes to me for my part in the chase; and as for the fourth quarter, well, as for that, I should like to see which of you will dare to lay a paw upon it." "Humph," grumbled the Fox in a low growl as he walked away with his tail between his legs. The wolf and the Jakal watched the lion glare over the carcass as he sat down to eat so they turned and walked after the fox. The following question relates to the fable above Question 42. How do you find out about the character of the lion? Through the lions thoughts Through the lions speech Through the descriptions of the lion Through the descriptions of how other characters react to the lion 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 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 50. The following question relates to the online article above Question 50. Why does the author of this text use a number in the first sentence? It is an overwhelming statistic Numbers mean facts To prove how important GMOs are To show how important the agricultural industry is Australians None Question 77. The following question relates to the image above taken from a boating guide Question 77. Why was the title “Rules of the Road” selected for this section of the boating guide? because the section outlines rules that apply when boats are on land because it is a mistake, it should read “Rules of the Waterways” because the section outlines rules that apply to all amphibious vehicles because the section outlines rules that apply to boats on the water just like rules that apply to cars on the roads None Question 144. The following is an extract from the novel The Secret Adversary by Agatha Christie Question 144. Which of the following sentences could replace “we've tried all the orthodox ways, yes” in the conversation between the characters. we've tried all the normal ways, yes we've tried all the challenging ways, yes we've tried all the entertaining ways, yes we've tried all the simple ways, yes None Question 204. The following question relates to the discussion forum above Question 204. Which of these statements is true? Rebecca has no training experience this answer is incorrect, as there is no information regarding her experience in the comment Marina Baldi does not agree with any of the other comments this answer is incorrect, as she states “I fully agree with Vesa” Rebecca is concerned that her audience of trainees were not interested by her presentation this answer is correct because she uses the phrase “nobody was engaged”, which means nobody was interested Mauricio Castano is very critical of Rebecca in his comment this answer is incorrect as he says “don’t be so hard on yourself” which is supportive None Question 201. The following question relates to the online checkout page above Question 201. The term “business days” generally means…? Days that the customer would assume the business is open this answer is incorrect because the customer should not make assumptions about when a business should be open as it is the business that decides their opening hours and days Every day except Sunday because the business is closed this answer is incorrect as the business and its postal service may not operate on Saturdays 7 days a week this answer is incorrect as the business and its postal service may not operate everyday Monday through to Friday this answer is correct because most businesses operate during weekdays and not on weekends None Question 247. The following question relates to the cooking recipe above Question 247. How much banana bread will this recipe make? Enough to serve more than 15 people this answer is incorrect because the information box at the top (3rd from the left) says “10 Serves” Enough to serve 2 people with 2-4 slices of banana bread each this answer is incorrect because the information box at the top (3rd from the left) says “10 Serves”. There is no other information about serving quantities or number of slices The recipe doesn’t say and it depends on how many slices are served this answer is incorrect because the information box at the top (3rd from the left) says “10 Serves”, meaning the recipe will make enough banana bread to serve 10 people The recipe should feed 10 people this answer is correct because it is stated in the information boxes at the top of the recipe None Question 109. The above image is taken from a website called SELF which offers guides to people wanting to colour their hair. Question 109. According to the above guide, how can you save 15-20 minutes while doing your hair? ask a professional to do it read magazines to make the time go faster switch to a half head when getting your roots retouched, ask for a glaze through the rest of your hair None Question 54. The following question relates to the image of formal document above Question 54. Which number would you quote if you called to ask about this notification? 02042015+1234567891+21167+002032+62 12345678910111 211.67 1234567891 None Question 20. This is an edited image of a computer keyboard Question 20. What do you think the purpose of editing this image is? To show that the “enter” button should be made blue To show that the "enter" key doesn’t need words, it needs a symbol The "enter" key should be replaced by an online shopping trolley A trolley with an arrow shows where to go None Question 31. The following question relates to the article above titled: “Want to Raise Resilient Kids? A Navy SEAL Says Always Do This…” Question 31. In section 4, Greitens says you should practice something daily, what is it? Being nice to people in need Being a good leader Getting your mind framed right Being thankful for what you have None Question 117. The above is an extract from a short story written by Talei Cuenca. Question 117. What is the speaker in the story worried about? that she doesn’t know the direction in which she is moving she doesn’t know where the bearded man will be she lost her breath while playing sport she thinks she is going to die but she knows it’s in her head None Question 153. The following question relates to the above image of workplace signs. Question 153. To work in this area, what do you need to bring with you? A work permit A confined space A stop sign Safety equipment None You’ve already answered some of the questions! Would you like to continue with quiz or restart it from beginning?
