IELTS Reading (General Training) – Practice Test 5: Job Ads

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Reading and Practice Time: 15 Minutes

IELTS Reading General Training has 5 passages, each containing a variety of text types. The first and second parts, known as ‘Social Survival,’ feature texts relevant to everyday life in an English-speaking country, such as advertisements, notices, and timetables. The third and fourth parts, ‘Workplace Survival,’ includes passages related to job-related scenarios, like contracts, job descriptions, and staff policies. Lastly, the fifth part, ‘General Reading,’ is a longer text discussing various topics such as magazine articles, newspaper reports, and factual articles on subjects like science or history. Throughout all parts, candidates are assessed on their ability to understand and find key information, the writer’s opinions, and recognize the overall purpose of each passage. Now, for some tips to help you succeed:

 

Tip 1: Read the Instructions Carefully

Carefully reading instructions is essential. The instructions provide valuable information about how to answer each question type. By understanding the instructions, you can avoid mistakes like providing irrelevant information, writing more than the word limit, or answering in an incorrect format. Furthermore, reading instructions helps you focus on the task and manage your time. Ultimately, following instructions in IELTS reading general training leads to a better outcome and a higher band score.

Tip 2: Underline keywords in the questions

Underlining keywords in IELTS reading general training is a helpful strategy for candidates to improve their focus, accuracy, and time management. Keywords serve as signs, guiding test-takers to the crucial points within the text that are directly related to the questions. When underlining keywords becomes a habit, it helps candidates quickly identify relevant information, so that they can save time and reduce incorrect answers.

In practice test 5 (below), there are some online job ads for job seekers in different countries.

 

Online Job Ads

Read the job advertisements below and answer the questions that follow.

Marketing

Job title: Marketing Manager Location: Sydney, Australia Requirements: 5+ years of experience in marketing, excellent communication skills, and a degree in marketing or a related field. Salary: AUD 80,000 – 100,000

 

Hospitality Industry

Job title: Hotel Receptionist Location: Paris, France Requirements: Fluent in French and English, strong interpersonal skills, and previous experience in the hospitality industry. Salary: €25,000 – €30,000

 

Web Development

Job title: Web Developer Location: Toronto, Canada Requirements: Proficient in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, 2+ years of experience in web development, and a bachelor’s degree in computer science or equivalent. Salary: CAD 60,000 – 75,000

 

Environmental Engineering

Job title: Environmental Engineer Location: Berlin, Germany Requirements: Master’s degree in environmental engineering, 3+ years of experience in a related field, and knowledge of German environmental regulations. Salary: €55,000 – €65,000

 

English Teaching

Job title: English Teacher Location: Tokyo, Japan Requirements: Native English speaker, TEFL or CELTA certification, and experience teaching English as a second language. Salary: ¥3,000,000 – ¥3,500,000

 

Graphic Design

Job title: Graphic Designer Location: New York, USA Requirements: Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, strong portfolio, and a bachelor’s degree in graphic design or a related field. Salary: USD 45,000 – 60,000

 

Questions 1 – 6

For each job advertisement, choose the correct requirement from choices A, B, or C. (Answer key at the end of the post)

1. Marketing Manager:

a) Excellent communication skills

b) Knowledge of German environmental regulations

c) Strong interpersonal skills

2. Hotel Receptionist:

a) CELTA certification

b) Fluent in French and English

c) Bachelor’s degree

3. Web Developer:

a) Strong portfolio

b) Proficient in CSS

c) Master’s degree

4. Environmental Engineer:

a) Previous experience in the hospitality industry

b) 3+ years of experience in a related field

c) Proficient in Adobe

5. English Teacher:

a) cultural knowledge

b) Experience teaching in another field

c) some teaching experience

6. Graphic Designer:

a) Excellent communication skills

b) Bachelor’s degree

c) Proficient in Creative Suite

 

Useful Words and Phrases

1. Marketing: The promotion and selling of products or services, including market research and advertising.
2. Communication skills: The ability to convey information and ideas effectively, both verbally and in written form.
3. Degree: An academic rank or title conferred by a college or university after completing a course of study.
4. Hospitality industry: The field related to providing services, such as accommodation, food and beverages, and other amenities for travelers and tourists.
5. Proficient: Having a high degree of competence or expertise in a particular skill or field.
6. Web development: The process of creating, building, and maintaining websites, including web design and programming.
7. Environmental engineering: A field that applies scientific and engineering principles to protect and improve the environment, focusing on air, water, and land resources.
8. Portfolio: A collection of work samples that showcase a person’s skills, abilities, and accomplishments in a specific area.
9. Graphic design: The process of visual communication and problem-solving through the use of typography, photography, iconography, and illustration.
10. TEFL/CELTA certification: A professional certification required to teach English as a foreign language (TEFL) or to adults (CELTA).

 

In conclusion

Regular practice and taking preparation courses when needed will pave the way to success in the IELTS Reading and open up a world of opportunities for candidates in their academic and professional endeavors.

 

Answer Key:

1. A
2. B
3. B
4. B
5. C
6. C

 

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