YOUR MOULEX IRON & CLASSIC TOURS – COACH BREAK INFORMATION - IELTS Reading Answers & Explanations
From Cambridge IELTS 01 General Training Reading Test 1 · Part 1 · Questions 1–14
Reading Passage
You are advised to spend 20 minutes on Questions 1-14. First, read the text below and answer Questions 1-8.
YOUR MOULEX IRON
A Filling the reservoir
Your iron is designed to function using tap water. However, it will last longer if you use distilled water.
- Always unplug the iron before filling the reservoir.
- Always empty the reservoir after use.
B Temperature and steam control
Your Moulex iron has two buttons which control the intensity of heat produced by the iron. You can, therefore, adjust the temperature of the iron and the amount of steam being given off depending upon the type of fabric being ironed.
- Turn the steam control to the desired intensity.
- Turn the thermostat control to the desired temperature.
Important: If your iron produces droplets of water instead of giving off steam, your temperature control is set too low.
C Spray button
This button activates a jet of cold water which allows you to iron out any unintentional creases. Press the button for one second.
D Pressing button
This button activates a super shot of steam which momentarily gives you an additional 40g of steam when needed.
Important: Do not use this more than five successive times.
E Suits etc.
It is possible to use this iron in a vertical position so that you can remove creases from clothes on coathangers or from curtains. Turning the thermostat control and the steam button to maximum, hold the iron in a vertical position close to the fabric but without touching it. Hold down the pressing button for a maximum of one second. The steam produced is not always visible but is still able to remove creases.
Important: Hold the iron at a sufficient distance from silk and wool to avoid all risk of scorching Do not attempt to remove creases from an item of clothing that is being worn, always use a coathanger.
F Auto-clean
In order that your iron does not become furred up, Moulex have integrated an auto-clean system and we advise you to use it very regularly (1-2 times per month).
- Turn the steam control to the off position.
- Fill the reservoir and turn the thermostat control to maximum.
- As soon as the indicator light goes out, unplug the iron and, holding it over the sink, turn the steam control to auto-clean. Any calcium deposits will be washed out by the steam. Continue the procedure until the reservoir is empty.
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Now, read the information below and answer Questions 9-14.
CLASSIC TOURS - COACH BREAK INFORMATION
Luggage
We ask you to keep luggage down to one medium-sized suitcase per person, but a small holdall can also be taken on board the coach.
Seat Allocation
Requests for particular seats can be made on most coach breaks when booking, but since allocations are made on a first come first served basis, early booking is advisable. When bookings are made with us you will be offered the best seats that are available on the coach at that time.
Travel Documents
When you have paid your deposit we will send to you all the necessary documents and labels, so that you receive them in good time before the coach break departure date. Certain documents, for example air or boat tickets, may have to be retained and your driver or courier will then issue them to you at the relevant point.
Special Diets
If you require a special diet you must inform us at the time of booking with a copy of the diet. This will be notified to the hotel or hotels on your coach break, but on certain coach breaks the hotels used are tourist class and whilst offering value for money within the price range, they may not have the full facilities to cope with special diets. Any extra costs incurred must be paid to the hotel by yourself before departure from the hotel.
Accommodation
Many of our coach breaks now include, within the price, accommodation with private facilities, and this will be indicated on the coach break page. Other coach breaks have a limited number of rooms with private facilities which, subject to availability, can be reserved and guaranteed at the time of booking - the supplementary charge shown in the price panel will be added to your account.
On any coach break there are only a limited number of single rooms. When a single room is available it may be subject to a supplementary charge and this will be shown on the brochure page.
Entertainment
Some of our hotels arrange additional entertainment which could include music, dancing, film shows, etc. The nature and frequency of the entertainment presented is at the discretion of the hotel and therefore not guaranteed and could be withdrawn if there is a lack of demand or insufficient numbers in the hotel.
Questions
Questions 1–4 Diagram Labeling
Match the pictures below to the appropriate section in the instructions. Write the correct letter A-F.
Questions 5–8 Short Answers
Answer the following questions on the Moulex iron using NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS.
Questions 9–14 Multiple Choice (One Answer)
Choose the appropriate letters A-D.
Answers & Explanations Summary
| # | Answer | Evidence | Explanation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 | D | This button activates a super shot of steam which momentarily gives you an additional 40g of steam when needed | Excerpt/Passage Explanation: The passage explains that when you use this button, the iron releases a large, powerful burst of steam for a very short time if you need help removing creases. Answer Explanation: The answer is Section D, which is the part of the instructions called 'Pressing button'. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is Section D because it describes a specific button on the iron that provides extra steam. The text uses keywords like 'button', 'activates', and 'shot of steam' to explain that this feature gives you a large amount of steam for a very short time when you press it. |
| Q2 | A | A Filling the reservoir | Excerpt/Passage Explanation: The passage uses this heading to show that the following instructions are about how to put water into the iron's tank. Answer Explanation: The answer is the first section of the iron instructions, which focuses on putting water into the machine. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is section A because it is titled 'Filling the reservoir.' In this context, a 'reservoir' is the small tank or container inside the iron that holds water. This section explains that you can use normal tap water or distilled water and gives instructions on when to fill or empty this container. |
| Q3 | C | This button activates a jet of cold water which allows you to iron out any unintentional creases. Press the button for one second | Excerpt/Passage Explanation: The passage explains that this specific button sends out cold water to help the user fix unwanted lines or wrinkles in their clothes. Answer Explanation: The answer is section C of the instructions. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is C because this section describes the 'Spray button' feature of the iron. This function is used to shoot a stream of cold water onto clothes to help remove accidental folds, which are called 'creases'. If a picture shows water being sprayed from the front of the iron or someone using a button to get rid of wrinkles, section C is the matching instruction. |
| Q4 | E | It is possible to use this iron in a vertical position so that you can remove creases from clothes on coathangers or from curtains | Excerpt/Passage Explanation: The passage explains that you can use the iron while it is standing up to fix clothes that are on hangers or to fix curtains. Answer Explanation: The answer is section E because it explains how to use the iron on hanging clothes, such as suits or curtains. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is section E because it describes using the iron in a vertical (upright) position. This method is used to remove folds or lines, called creases, from items that are hanging on coathangers instead of laying flat on an ironing board. Key words include 'vertical position,' 'creases,' and 'coathangers.' |
| Q5 | distilled water / distilled | However, it will last longer if you use distilled water | Excerpt/Passage Explanation: The passage says that using distilled water helps the iron stay in working condition for a longer time. Answer Explanation: The answer means that while the iron can use regular sink water, it is better to use a specific type of purified water called distilled water. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is found in Section A of the instructions. The text mentions that the iron works with tap water, but it will last longer if you use distilled water. This acts as advice for the user to help keep the iron in good condition for a more extended period. |
| Q6 | the fabric / fabric / type of fabric | You can, therefore, adjust the temperature of the iron and the amount of steam being given off depending upon the type of fabric being ironed | Excerpt/Passage Explanation: The passage explains that you can change how hot the iron is and how much steam it makes based on the kind of cloth you are ironing. Answer Explanation: The answer means the kind of material the clothes are made of helps you choose how much steam to use. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is found in section B, which explains that the user can change the temperature and the steam levels based on what the items are made of. The text uses the word 'fabric' as a synonym for clothing materials to explain how to make this choice. |
| Q7 | temperature / temperature control | If your iron produces droplets of water instead of giving off steam, your temperature control is set too low | Excerpt/Passage Explanation: The passage says that if the iron produces small drops of water instead of steam, it is because the heat setting is not high enough. Answer Explanation: The answer means you should look at or change the part of the iron that switches the level of heat. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is temperature control because the text clearly says that if the iron makes 'droplets of water' (which means it drips), the reason is that the 'temperature control' is turned down too far. To fix this, you must pay attention to the heat setting. Keywords to notice are 'droplets of water' as a synonym for 'drip water' and 'temperature control' as the factor to check. |
| Q8 | calcium deposits | Any calcium deposits will be washed out by the steam | Excerpt/Passage Explanation: The passage explains that when you use the cleaning setting, the hot steam will push out and remove any bits of calcium that have collected inside the iron. Answer Explanation: The answer refers to the hard, white mineral buildup that can happen inside the iron when you use tap water. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is chosen because section F of the text describes how to prevent the iron from becoming 'furred up' (clogged or dirty inside). It explicitly mentions that the auto-clean process washes out 'calcium deposits' to keep the iron working correctly and to prevent damage over time. |
| Q9 | C | Requests for particular seats can be made on most coach breaks when booking, but since allocations are made on a first come first served basis, early booking is advisable | Excerpt/Passage Explanation: The passage explains that you can ask for a specific seat when you pay for your trip. Because seats are given to those who book first, it is a smart idea to book your trip as early as possible to get the seat you want. Answer Explanation: The answer means you should reserve your ticket a long time before the trip starts if you want a specific seat. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is C because the text states that seat requests are handled on a "first come first served basis." This means the people who book their trip first get the first pick of the available seats. To get a specific seat, such as one at the front, the passage suggests that "early booking is advisable," which matches the idea of booking "well in advance." |
| Q10 | D | Certain documents, for example air or boat tickets, may have to be retained and your driver or courier will then issue them to you at the relevant point | Excerpt/Passage Explanation: The passage explains that for some types of travel, like plane or boat trips, the driver or a helper will look after your tickets. They will hold the tickets and give them to you at the specific time or place where you need them. Answer Explanation: The answer means that the bus driver might keep your flight tickets and give them to you later when you need them. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is D because the 'Travel Documents' section explains that some important papers, like air tickets, might be 'retained.' The word 'retained' means to keep or hold onto something. The text says the driver will then give these tickets to you at the right time ('the relevant point'). |
| Q11 | C | If you require a special diet you must inform us at the time of booking with a copy of the diet | Excerpt/Passage Explanation: The passage says that if you need to eat specific types of food, you have to tell the tour company when you buy your ticket and give them a written copy of what you can or cannot eat. Answer Explanation: The answer means that if you have specific food needs, you must let the travel company know when you make your reservation. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is C because the passage states that if a traveler has a special diet, they must tell 'us' (Classic Tours, the coach company) when they make their booking. It also explains that the company will then tell the hotel for you. Options A and D are incorrect because the text says to tell the company at the time of booking, not the hotel on arrival, and mention of tourist class hotels is a warning about their limited facilities, not a requirement. Option B is incorrect because extra costs are paid directly to the hotel, not during the booking. |
| Q12 | A | Other coach breaks have a limited number of rooms with private facilities which, subject to availability, can be reserved and guaranteed at the time of booking - the supplementary charge shown in the price panel will be added to your account | Excerpt/Passage Explanation: The passage explains that for certain trips, there are only a few rooms that have their own bathrooms (private facilities). If a traveler wants to make sure they get one of these rooms, an extra fee (a supplementary charge) will be added to their bill. Answer Explanation: The answer means that you may need to pay an additional fee if you want a room that has its own private bathroom. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is A because the passage mentions rooms with 'private facilities,' which is a common term used in travel to describe a room with its own bathroom. It states that for some trips, these rooms can be reserved for a 'supplementary charge,' which is a synonym for an extra cost or additional payment. |
| Q13 | B | The nature and frequency of the entertainment presented is at the discretion of the hotel and therefore not guaranteed and could be withdrawn if there is a lack of demand or insufficient numbers in the hotel | Excerpt/Passage Explanation: The passage states that the hotel decides about the entertainment and may cancel it if not enough guests want to see it. Answer Explanation: The answer B means that entertainment activities only happen if there are enough people who want to watch or join in. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is B because the text explains that entertainment is not a promise. It says that if there is a 'lack of demand' (which means not enough people showing interest) or if there are 'insufficient numbers' (not enough people present), the hotel can stop the entertainment. Therefore, it is only available when people want it and attend it. |
| Q14 | B | We ask you to keep luggage down to one medium-sized suitcase per person, but a small holdall can also be taken on board the coach | Excerpt/Passage Explanation: The passage explains that every person traveling can bring one suitcase to go in storage and another small bag to keep with them on the bus. Answer Explanation: The answer means you are allowed to bring a small travel bag with you onto the bus. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is B because the text explicitly states that a "small holdall" (a synonym for hand luggage) can be taken on board the coach by travelers. The other options are not guaranteed: special diets (meals) depend on the hotel's facilities, private bathrooms (personal bathrooms) are often limited or subject to availability, and entertainment (like films) is at the discretion of the hotel and is not guaranteed. |