Cambridge IELTS 18 General Training Test 4 Reading Answers and Explanations

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Cambridge IELTS 18 | General Training Reading

General Training Test 4 answers with clear explanations

These Cambridge IELTS 18 General Training Test 4 Reading answers explain all 40 questions. Review Ice cream makers and a photography weekend course, Respiratory protection and dairy workplace safety, and Night photography in autumn.

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Cambridge IELTS 18 General Training Test 4 Reading answer key

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1. Ice cream makers and a photography weekend course

Questions 1 to 14
1B
2C
3F
4A
5C
6D
7C
8FALSE
9FALSE
10NOT GIVEN
11TRUE
12TRUE
13NOT GIVEN
14TRUE

2. Respiratory protection and dairy workplace safety

Questions 15 to 27
15oxygen
16yearly
17beard
18solvents
19rack
20straps
21sunlight
22footwear
23padding
24handrails
25trolleys
26overreach
27rotation

3. Night photography in autumn

Questions 28 to 40
28vi
29i
30vii
31iv
32iii
33viii
34v
35fungi
36horizon
37surface
38landscape
39galaxies
40gardens

Section 1: Ice cream makers and a photography weekend course

This section compares home ice cream makers and outlines a weekend photography course. It tests product features, course activities, equipment needs and booking information.

Review strategySeparate a contradiction from missing information. Use only what the passage or writer states.
1Users of this machine will need to put some physical effort into making ice cream.B

Why: The detail matches B, "Shake n Make Ice Cream Maker." The wording in the passage expresses the same idea.

2Users of this machine can decide how soft they want their ice cream to be.C

Why: The detail matches C, "Sage Smart Scoop." The wording in the passage expresses the same idea.

3This ice cream maker can be fixed onto an existing kitchen appliance.F

Why: The detail matches F, "KitchenAid Artisan Ice Cream Maker." The wording in the passage expresses the same idea.

4It is possible to make a larger amount of ice cream at one time than in most other machines.A

Why: The detail matches A, "Magimix Gelato Expert." The wording in the passage expresses the same idea.

5This machine has features that make it worth the high price.C

Why: The detail matches C, "Sage Smart Scoop." The wording in the passage expresses the same idea.

6People might find it difficult to take this machine apart.D

Why: The detail matches D, "Lakeland Digital Ice Cream Maker." The wording in the passage expresses the same idea.

7This machine makes an enjoyable sound when the ice cream is prepared.C

Why: The detail matches C, "Sage Smart Scoop." The wording in the passage expresses the same idea.

8The course is aimed at people who are already skilled photographers.FALSE

Why: The passage gives information that contradicts this statement. The answer is FALSE.

9Three meals a day are included in the course fee.FALSE

Why: The passage gives information that contradicts this statement. The answer is FALSE.

10The only way to reach the hotel is by car.NOT GIVEN

Why: The passage does not give enough information to confirm or contradict this statement. The answer is NOT GIVEN.

11The topics covered on the course depend mainly on the wishes of the participants.TRUE

Why: The passage gives information that agrees with this statement. The answer is TRUE.

12Participants are expected to get up early on their first morning to take photographs.TRUE

Why: The passage gives information that agrees with this statement. The answer is TRUE.

13The tutor will show participants examples of her work after dinner.NOT GIVEN

Why: The passage does not give enough information to confirm or contradict this statement. The answer is NOT GIVEN.

14Participants should be prepared for bad weather.TRUE

Why: The passage gives information that agrees with this statement. The answer is TRUE.

Section 2: Respiratory protection and dairy workplace safety

This section gives workplace guidance on respiratory protection and dairy safety. It covers equipment selection, correct fitting, hazardous substances and safe working procedures.

Review strategyCheck the word limit before answering. Copy the exact word form that fits the sentence.
15Some respirators are unsuitable for use in areas with limited levels of ____.oxygen

Why: The passage uses "oxygen." This completes the gap and follows the stated word limit.

16Facial fit tests should be conducted on a ____ basis.yearly

Why: The passage uses "yearly." This completes the gap and follows the stated word limit.

17For workers who have a ____, an alternative to tight-fitting RPE may be required.beard

Why: The passage uses "beard." This completes the gap and follows the stated word limit.

18Workers should avoid cleaning their RPE with ____.solvents

Why: The passage uses "solvents." This completes the gap and follows the stated word limit.

19RPE can either be hung up or placed on a timber ____ in order to dry it.rack

Why: The passage uses "rack." This completes the gap and follows the stated word limit.

20It is important to ensure that the RPE ____ are not ripped and can still stretch.straps

Why: The passage uses "straps." This completes the gap and follows the stated word limit.

21RPE should not be exposed to direct ____ when it is being stored.sunlight

Why: The passage uses "sunlight." This completes the gap and follows the stated word limit.

22Ensure all items of ____ have good grip.footwear

Why: The passage uses "footwear." This completes the gap and follows the stated word limit.

23Ensure overhead obstacles are covered with ____.padding

Why: The passage uses "padding." This completes the gap and follows the stated word limit.

24For unsuitable steps, provide good lighting and install ____.handrails

Why: The passage uses "handrails." This completes the gap and follows the stated word limit.

25Use equipment such as ____ instead of moving containers by hand.trolleys

Why: The passage uses "trolleys." This completes the gap and follows the stated word limit.

26Keep everything accessible so employees do not need to bend or ____.overreach

Why: The passage uses "overreach." This completes the gap and follows the stated word limit.

27Introduce a system of ____ to increase variety.rotation

Why: The passage uses "rotation." This completes the gap and follows the stated word limit.

Section 3: Night photography in autumn

This section gives practical advice for autumn night photography. It discusses low light, weather, equipment, exposure choices and ways to create stronger images.

Review strategyMatch ideas, not repeated words. Identify each paragraph's purpose before choosing a letter.
28Section Avi

Why: Heading vi, "A season that may seem unsuitable for photographers," gives the best summary of the paragraph's main purpose.

29Section Bi

Why: Heading i, "How chance contributes to conditions being right," gives the best summary of the paragraph's main purpose.

30Section Cvii

Why: Heading vii, "No longer too expensive," gives the best summary of the paragraph's main purpose.

31Section Div

Why: Heading iv, "How human developments are affecting wildlife," gives the best summary of the paragraph's main purpose.

32Section Eiii

Why: Heading iii, "The process of photographing animals at night is getting easier," gives the best summary of the paragraph's main purpose.

33Section Fviii

Why: Heading viii, "A less ambitious approach," gives the best summary of the paragraph's main purpose.

34Section Gv

Why: Heading v, "Photographing objects that can’t be seen in detail," gives the best summary of the paragraph's main purpose.

35November is a time when ____ grow.fungi

Why: The passage uses "fungi." This completes the gap and follows the stated word limit.

36The apparent size of the moon depends on its position in relation to the ____.horizon

Why: The passage uses "horizon." This completes the gap and follows the stated word limit.

37Sunlight is reflected by the ____ of the moon.surface

Why: The passage uses "surface." This completes the gap and follows the stated word limit.

38When the night sky is clear, many objects in the ____, e.g., buildings, are visible.landscape

Why: The passage uses "landscape." This completes the gap and follows the stated word limit.

39With modern cameras, it is possible to photograph not only constellations but also ____.galaxies

Why: The passage uses "galaxies." This completes the gap and follows the stated word limit.

40Deer and wild boar may search for food in ____ in towns.gardens

Why: The passage uses "gardens." This completes the gap and follows the stated word limit.

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