Pinehaven Apartments: Rules For Residents: Communal Areas & Blakeville Community College - IELTS Reading Answers & Explanations
From IELTS Trainer 2 General Training Reading Test 3 · Part 1 · Questions 1–14
Reading Passage
You should spend about 20 minutes on Questions 1-14, which are based on Reading Passage 1 below. Read the text below and answer Questions 1-7.
Pinehaven apartments: Rules for residents: Communal areas
Rooftop area
The rooftop is a shared space for everyone's enjoyment, so please leave it how you find it. If inviting more than five guests from outside the complex, please book a section of the rooftop ahead of time; the booking form is on the door of the utilities room. Please note that barbecues are used on a first-come-first-served basis. Please also leave them as you find them.
We ask that you are considerate of fellow residents and neighbours and keep noise levels down after 9 p.m. on weeknights.
While the janitor looks after the general maintenance of the area, it is not the job of the janitor to clean up after gatherings, so please make sure any garbage is removed from the rooftop and put in the bins on the ground floor.
Any breakage of communal property must be reported immediately and paid for.
The rooftop is closed from 10 p.m. Sunday to Thursday and 12 a.m. on Friday and Saturday.
Laundry
There are six washing machines and two dryers in the laundry. These cannot be booked in advance. If you leave your washing unattended after a cycle, note that it may be removed so others can use the machines.
Please notify the janitor immediately of any maintenance issues with the machines.
Elevators and stairwells
Be aware that our two elevators and three stairwells are communal areas; do not leave any items in these areas for any reason whatsoever. Elevators are in constant use at weekends so special arrangements need to be made if removalists need elevator access. Please contact management 24 hours in advance to reserve one if this is the case. If stairs are to be used when moving furniture, please use the West stairwell as the South stairwell is narrower and the North stairwell needs to be clear in case of emergencies.
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Read the text below and answer Questions 8-14.
Blakeville community college
A Barista course
Learn to make every coffee on a café menu. This course comprises eight hours of hands-on classroom delivery. Take our intensive course on Saturday 23 June or join our weekly two-hour sessions on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m.
You'll learn to operate, clean and maintain a range of coffee machines, use a coffee grinder and present coffee like a professional.
Each student has their own machine – (max 12 in a class).
Cost: $290 ($10 off each when you book for two students).
B Leadlighting and stained glass
Learn the art of glass cutting and leadlighting as you make a project of your choice. Supplies are included in the cost and glass-cutters may be taken home, to be returned the following session. Runs Tuesdays 6:30 p.m.–9:00 p.m. from 24 June–22 July.
Cost: $320
C Sewing weekend course
Held over two days on the first weekend of every month (starting 28 June), this course is for those who want to make alterations to their garments or create new clothes and furnishings. Your proficiency will be assessed by the instructor on the first morning, and you will receive instruction based on the stage you are at. Machines and thread will be provided, but please bring your own fabric and pattern.
Cost: $250 for Saturday and Sunday.
D Drawing workshop
This course is a bridge for people who already like to draw to get to the next level. You'll be introduced to methods employed by contemporary artists using pencil, charcoal and ink. For the first session, please bring paper, pencil and eraser; you'll also need to purchase ink and charcoal pencils on the night. Held on Wednesday evenings between 7:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m., 25 June–23 July.
Cost: $180 plus incidentals
E Bicycle maintenance
A great starting point for those interested in bike care and repair. From fixing a puncture to adjusting brakes and gears, the team from BikeSmart will show you how. Saturday 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., 28 June and 5 July.
Cost: by donation
F Budgeting for beginners
This course will show you how to make a budget and stick to it. You'll learn to tailor your savings regime to your circumstances and you'll set and reach financial goals. These workshops run over three nights: Thursday 7:30 p.m.–9:00 p.m., starting 26 June. Bring a friend at no additional cost.
Cost: $90
Questions
Questions 1–7 True / False / Not Given
Do the following statements agree with the information given Reading Passage 1?
Write
TRUE if the statement agrees with the information
FALSE if the statement contradicts the information
NOT GIVEN if there is no information on this
Questions 8–14 Matching Information
Look at the six descriptions of courses A-F in the text.
For which courses are the following statements true?
Write the correct letter, A-F.
NB You can use any letter more than once.
Answers & Explanations Summary
| # | Answer | Evidence | Explanation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 | FALSE | Please note that barbecues are used on a first-come-first-served basis | Excerpt/Passage Explanation: The passage explains that barbecues are available for use by whoever arrives there first. Answer Explanation: The answer means that the cooking equipment on the roof does not need to be booked before you use it. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is FALSE because the rules state that the barbecues are used on a 'first-come-first-served' basis. This phrase means that the first person to arrive gets to use the item, and no advance booking or reservation is required. This directly contradicts the statement which says they must be reserved. |
| Q2 | TRUE | While the janitor looks after the general maintenance of the area, it is not the job of the janitor to clean up after gatherings, so please make sure any garbage is removed from the rooftop and put in the bins on the ground floor | Excerpt/Passage Explanation: The passage explains that the maintenance worker does not clean the roof after groups of people meet there, so residents must move their trash from the roof to the trash cans on the lowest floor. Answer Explanation: The answer confirms that people must bring their trash from the roof down to the bottom floor of the building. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is TRUE because the text clearly states that residents are responsible for cleaning up after their meetings or parties on the roof. It says the worker (the janitor) will not do it. Specifically, it instructs residents to take their trash (garbage) away from the roof and place it in the containers (bins) located on the bottom floor (ground floor). Since the ground floor is below the roof, this means the trash must be taken downstairs. |
| Q3 | NOT GIVEN | Any breakage of communal property must be reported immediately and paid for | Excerpt/Passage Explanation: The passage says that if something shared is broken, you must tell someone right away, but it does not say exactly which person you must inform. Answer Explanation: The answer is NOT GIVEN because the passage does not specify who should be contacted when something is broken on the rooftop. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is NOT GIVEN because, while the passage states that breakages must be reported, it never says that the janitor is the person you should tell. The text mentions a janitor is responsible for 'general maintenance,' but it does not clearly state that residents should notify the janitor about damage, unlike the laundry section where the janitor is specifically mentioned for machine issues. |
| Q4 | NOT GIVEN | There are six washing machines and two dryers in the laundry. These cannot be booked in advance. If you leave your washing unattended after a cycle, note that it may be removed so others can use the machines | Excerpt/Passage Explanation: The passage lists the rules for the laundry room, including the count of machines and the policy on leaving clothes alone, but it contains no rules about the number of machines one person is permitted to use. Answer Explanation: The answer is NOT GIVEN because the text does not mention whether there is a limit on how many washing machines one person can use at the same time. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is NOT GIVEN because the section on laundry provides general rules about the washing machines, such as the total number available and the fact that they cannot be reserved. However, it never explicitly states that a resident is either allowed or forbidden from using multiple machines simultaneously. Since the passage is silent on this specific rule, we cannot determine if the statement is true or false. |
| Q5 | NOT GIVEN | Please notify the janitor immediately of any maintenance issues with the machines | Excerpt/Passage Explanation: The passage says that if a machine has a problem and needs to be fixed, you must tell the janitor quickly. It does not say that the janitor looks at the machines frequently to see if they are working. Answer Explanation: The answer is NOT GIVEN because the text does not say whether the janitor looks at the laundry machines on a regular schedule or not. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is NOT GIVEN because the passage only tells residents what to do when they find a problem. It says they should tell the maintenance worker (the janitor) right away if a machine is broken. However, the text never says that the janitor checks them every day, every week, or at any regular time. Since we don't know if the janitor checks them himself or just waits for people to tell him about problems, the information is missing. |
| Q6 | TRUE | Elevators are in constant use at weekends so special arrangements need to be made if removalists need elevator access. Please contact management 24 hours in advance to reserve one if this is the case | Excerpt/Passage Explanation: The passage says that because elevators are busy on Saturdays and Sundays, you must call the building's office a full day before your move to save an elevator for your use. Answer Explanation: The answer means that if you plan to use an elevator to move furniture during the weekend, you must schedule a time for it ahead of time. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is 'TRUE' because the passage explicitly states that elevators are very busy on weekends. If a resident needs to use an elevator for moving (with removalists), they are required to contact management 24 hours beforehand to 'reserve' one. In this context, 'reserve' is a synonym for 'book.' |
| Q7 | FALSE | If stairs are to be used when moving furniture, please use the West stairwell as the South stairwell is narrower and the North stairwell needs to be clear in case of emergencies | Excerpt/Passage Explanation: The passage states that people moving furniture should use the West stairs. It explains that the South stairs are too thin (narrower) and the North stairs must stay empty for emergencies. Answer Explanation: The answer is FALSE because the text says residents should not use the South stairwell for moving furniture. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is FALSE because the passage specifically tells residents to use the West stairwell if they are moving furniture (removalists). It explains that the South stairwell is 'narrower', which means it is thinner or smaller than the others. Because it is smaller, it does not have the 'best access' for people carrying large items like furniture. |
| Q8 | D | you'll also need to purchase ink and charcoal pencils on the night Cost: $180 plus incidentals |
Excerpt/Passage Explanation: The passage says that students must buy supplies like ink and charcoal pencils when they arrive for the class. It also states that the cost of the course includes extra fees for materials, which are called incidentals. Answer Explanation: The answer D refers to the Drawing workshop. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is D because the description for the Drawing workshop states that the price is $180 'plus incidentals'. 'Incidentals' are extra costs for small or minor items. The text also explains that students must 'purchase' (buy) specific materials like ink and charcoal pencils during the class session. |
| Q9 | C | Your proficiency will be assessed by the instructor on the first morning, and you will receive instruction based on the stage you are at | Excerpt/Passage Explanation: The passage explains that on the first day, the teacher will test your skill level. After the test, you will get help and lessons that match how much you already know. Answer Explanation: The answer is course C, which is the Sewing weekend course. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is C because it describes a class where students are taught according to their own skills. The teacher checks your 'proficiency'—which means how good you are at something—when the course begins. Then, the teacher gives you lessons based on your specific 'stage' or level. This shows the class is designed for students with different abilities. |
| Q10 | F | Bring a friend at no additional cost | Excerpt/Passage Explanation: The passage states that you are allowed to bring another person along to the class without having to pay any extra money for them. Answer Explanation: The answer F refers to the course titled "Budgeting for beginners," where two people can go to the class for the same price as one person. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is F because the description for the "Budgeting for beginners" course states that you can bring a friend with you and it will not cost any extra money. Phrases like "no additional cost" mean that the second person attends for free, effectively allowing two people to attend for the price of one. |
| Q11 | E | Cost: by donation | Excerpt/Passage Explanation: The passage explains that the cost for this specific course is a donation, meaning students can decide their own payment amount instead of paying a set fee. Answer Explanation: The answer is course E, which is the Bicycle maintenance class. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is E because the text for this course states the price is 'by donation'. A donation means that there is no fixed price to attend the class. Instead, the person joining the class can choose how much money they want to give based on their preference or what they can afford. |
| Q12 | B | Supplies are included in the cost and glass-cutters may be taken home, to be returned the following session | Excerpt/Passage Explanation: The passage explains that students can take the tools used to cut glass to their own homes, but they must bring them back to the school for the next lesson. Answer Explanation: The answer is course B, which is for leadlighting and stained glass. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is B because the text for the Leadlighting and stained glass course says that glass-cutters can be taken home as long as they are brought back for the next class. In English, taking something with the plan to give it back later is called borrowing. The glass-cutters are the equipment used in this class. |
| Q13 | D | This course is a bridge for people who already like to draw to get to the next level | Excerpt/Passage Explanation: The passage states that this class is designed for people who can already draw. It helps them move from their current skill level to a more advanced one. Answer Explanation: The answer is course D, which is the Drawing workshop. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is D because the description for this course says it is for people who 'already like to draw'. It acts as a 'bridge' to help them get to the 'next level'. This shows that the class is meant for students who have some existing experience with drawing, rather than for complete beginners. |
| Q14 | A | Take our intensive course on Saturday 23 June or join our weekly two-hour sessions on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m | Excerpt/Passage Explanation: The passage says that students can choose to take the whole class on one Saturday, or they can go to classes once a week on Thursday nights. Answer Explanation: The answer is the Barista course, which is labeled as course A. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is A because it gives students a choice to finish the entire class in a single day. The text describes an 'intensive' version of the course that takes place on just one Saturday (June 23). This matches the question about a 'one-day' course being available. |