WORK & TRAVEL USA & CONTENTS: ARTHUR PHILLIP COLLEGE - IELTS Reading Answers & Explanations
From Cambridge IELTS 05 General Training Reading Test 1 · Part 2 · Questions 15–27
Reading Passage
Read the advertisement below and answer Questions 15-20.
WORK & TRAVEL USA
Do you want to have the best summer holiday ever? Have you just graduated and want to escape for a unique experience abroad?
Only $1950 will make it all happen!
This unbeatable program fee includes:
• return flight from Sydney to Los Angeles (onward travel in USA not included)
• 3 months' insurance cover
• 2 nights' accommodation on arrival plus meet and greet and airport transfer
• arrival orientation by experienced InterExchange staff
• visa application fees
You also have:
• access to a J1 visa enabling you to work in the USA
• an extensive directory of employers
• InterExchange support throughout the program
• 24-hour emergency support throughout the length of the program
Call toll-free 1800 678 738
InterExchange has 50 years' experience in international student exchange programs. 18,000 students from around the world travel yearly to the USA on this very program. InterExchange can also offer you work opportunities in other countries.
WHAT IS INTEREXCHANGE?
InterExchange, one of the world's leading operators of international exchange programs and related services:
• is a non-profit, non-governmental organisation
• has 700 professional staff in 30 countries worldwide
• was founded in 1947
InterExchange operates these programs for students all around the world. It offers you trained and travelled staff, plus full support during the application process. You can choose any job that interests you anywhere in the USA, whether that is working in a law firm in Boston, a famous ski resort in Colorado or serving coffee and doughnuts in the buzzing streets of New York. You can select the period you work and the period you travel; you may want to work for 1 month and travel for 3, or work the entire duration of your stay. The choice is yours.
YOU CAN TAKE UP THIS OPPORTUNITY IF YOU ARE:
• a full-time student at an Australian university or TAFE college
• presently enrolled, or finishing this year, or you have deferred a year of study
• over 18 years old by November in the academic year in which you apply to InterExchange
• enthusiastic about the experience of a lifetime...
Sign up now!!
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Read the information below and answer Questions 21-27.
CONTENTS: ARTHUR PHILLIP COLLEGE
A about Arthur Phillip College
B entry requirements
C orientation for new students
D academic counselling service
E credit courses to university
F assistance for international students
G learning methods
H course fees
I study commitment
J assessment and results
K social activities and clubs
L what's new
Questions
Questions 15–20 True / False / Not Given
Do the following statements agree with the information given in the advertisement?
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 21–27 Matching Features
Each of the short paragraphs below gives information about Arthur Phillip College.
Read each paragraph and choose which of the linked sections of the website, A-L, would contain this information.
Write the correct letter A-L.
A. about Arthur Phillip College
B. entry requirements
C. orientation for new students
D. academic counselling service
E. credit courses to university
F. assistance for international students
G. learning methods
H. course fees
I. study commitment
J. assessment and results
K. social activities and clubs
L. what's new
Answers & Explanations Summary
| # | Answer | Evidence | Explanation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q15 | FALSE | return flight from Sydney to Los Angeles (onward travel in USA not included) | Excerpt/Passage Explanation: The passage says that the cost of the program includes a flight from Sydney to Los Angeles and back. But, it also says that any other travel you do *inside* the USA (like more flights to different cities there) is *not* included in this price. Answer Explanation: The answer means that the program price does NOT include flights inside the USA. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is FALSE because the advertisement clearly states that the program fee includes a 'return flight from Sydney to Los Angeles' but then adds an important detail: 'onward travel in USA not included'. 'Onward travel' means any travel happening after the first trip. So, this means any flights or trips within the USA are not part of the price you pay, which contradicts the idea that internal flights are included. |
| Q16 | NOT GIVEN | 24-hour emergency support throughout the length of the program | Excerpt/Passage Explanation: The passage states that students can get help for emergencies all day and night for the whole time they are in the program, but it does not list specific services like legal advice. Answer Explanation: The answer is NOT GIVEN because the text does not say whether the program provides legal help during emergencies. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is NOT GIVEN because while the advertisement mentions that students have '24-hour emergency support,' it never explains what kind of help is included in that support. Although the text mentions that you could work in a 'law firm,' this refers to a job opportunity, not a service provided for emergencies. Since the text does not confirm or deny that legal advice is part of the emergency assistance, we cannot know for sure. |
| Q17 | TRUE | InterExchange can also offer you work opportunities in other countries | Excerpt/Passage Explanation: The passage says that besides the USA program, the organization can help you find jobs in other nations around the world. Answer Explanation: The answer means that InterExchange provides travel and work programs in nations other than just the United States. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is TRUE because the text clearly states that the organization provides job chances in different countries. The passage mentions this after talking about the USA program, indicating they have a wider reach than just one country. |
| Q18 | FALSE | is a non-profit, non-governmental organisation | Excerpt/Passage Explanation: The passage says that InterExchange is a group that is not part of the government and does not try to make money for itself. Answer Explanation: The answer means that the statement—that InterExchange belongs to the government—is wrong according to the text. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is FALSE because the text explicitly defines InterExchange as a "non-governmental organisation." This term means it is an independent group and does not belong to or run as part of any government. Since the statement says it is part of a government program, it directly contradicts the information provided. |
| Q19 | TRUE | You can choose any job that interests you anywhere in the USA, whether that is working in a law firm in Boston, a famous ski resort in Colorado or serving coffee and doughnuts in the buzzing streets of New York | Excerpt/Passage Explanation: The passage states that you can pick any job you like in America. It gives examples of very different types of work to show that you are free to choose what you do. Answer Explanation: The answer means that you are allowed to pick any kind of work you want without being limited to specific types of employment. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is TRUE because the advertisement explicitly states that participants have the freedom to pick any job they find interesting in any part of the United States. It provides various examples, such as professional work in a 'law firm', seasonal work at a 'ski resort', or service work 'serving coffee', to demonstrate that the choice of job is entirely up to the individual. |
| Q20 | NOT GIVEN | • over 18 years old by November in the academic year in which you apply to InterExchange | Excerpt/Passage Explanation: The passage states that you must be at least 18 years old to join, but it does not give a highest age limit. Answer Explanation: The answer is NOT GIVEN because the advertisement does not say whether there is a maximum age for people who want to apply. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is NOT GIVEN because while the text lists requirements for applicants, it only mentions a minimum age. It says you must be older than 18. It does not mention a specific 'upper age limit' or a maximum age that would stop someone from applying. Because this information is missing from the text, we cannot say the statement is true or false. |
| Q21 | J | J assessment and results | Excerpt/Passage Explanation: The passage provides a list of topics. Topic J is specifically for information describing how students are tested and the grades they earn. Answer Explanation: The answer J means that information about a student's grades and final documents is found in section J of the college's contents list. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is J because this section is titled 'assessment and results.' The word 'assessment' refers to tests or assignments used to check what a student has learned, and 'results' refers to the grades or scores they receive. Since the question talks about receiving a 'transcript of results,' it naturally fits into this category. |
| Q22 | K | K social activities and clubs | Excerpt/Passage Explanation: The passage shows that section K is where a student can find information about social groups (clubs) and organized fun events (activities). Answer Explanation: The answer is section K, which is the part of the website that talks about social groups and fun things to do for students. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is K because the paragraph mentions the 'Social Club' and 'Public Speaking Club', as well as 'arranged activities'. These keywords match the heading for section K, which is 'social activities and clubs'. This section is dedicated to information about how students can meet others and join fun groups during their time at the college. |
| Q23 | E | E credit courses to university | Excerpt/Passage Explanation: The passage shows a list of sections, and section E is specifically for classes that provide credit toward a university degree. Answer Explanation: The answer is section E, which talks about classes that can help you when you study for a degree at a university later. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is E because the paragraph mentions that students can get "advanced standing" at a university after finishing certain courses at the college. Advanced standing is a synonym for academic credit, which means the university accepts your previous study so you do not have to repeat it. This matches section E, which is titled "credit courses to university." |
| Q24 | A | A about Arthur Phillip College | Excerpt/Passage Explanation: The passage lists the different sections of the college's website, and section A is specifically for general information regarding the school. Answer Explanation: The answer says that the paragraph belongs in the part of the website that gives basic facts and an introduction to the school. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is A because the paragraph provides a general summary of what Arthur Phillip College is. It talks about its location in Sydney, its status as a top business college, and the types of programs it offers. Since the paragraph describes the college's overall purpose and identity, it fits best under section A, which is about the college. Keywords like 'one of the top business colleges' and 'offers a wide range of educational and training programs' are typical ways to introduce or describe an institution. |
| Q25 | G | G learning methods | Excerpt/Passage Explanation: The passage lists the various activities and styles of teaching that students will experience to help them learn at the college. Answer Explanation: The answer is G, which stands for the section titled "learning methods." Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is G because the paragraph describes how students are taught and how they participate in their education. It lists several ways of studying, such as "lectures," "seminars," and "group projects." These are all different "methods," or ways of doing things, used for "learning." |
| Q26 | I | I study commitment | Excerpt/Passage Explanation: The passage explains that students need to spend many hours every week in class and studying on their own. Answer Explanation: The answer means that the information provided belongs in section I, which is about the amount of time and effort students need to put into their studies. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is I because the paragraph describes the total number of hours per week a student must spend on their education. It breaks it down into 'tuition time' (classes), 'group study,' and 'individual study.' A 'commitment' is a promise to give your time or energy to something. Therefore, a section named 'study commitment' is the correct place for information about how many hours you are required to study. |
| Q27 | C | C orientation for new students | Excerpt/Passage Explanation: The passage indicates that section C of the college's website is dedicated to information regarding the welcome and introduction program (orientation) specifically for people who are new to the school. Answer Explanation: The answer C means that the description of meeting staff on the first day to learn how they can help you belongs in the section about orientation. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is C because the paragraph describes a series of meetings with teachers and staff that take place "right from your first day" to help students settle in. This introductory process is known as an "orientation," which is a term used for the period when new people are helped to understand a new place or job. Therefore, this information fits under the heading for new student orientation. |