Unit 8 IELTS Basic Reading

What best describes the word “mature” ?

• A person who behaves responsibly

• A child in kindergarten

• A person who inherits money

Which of the following best defines “meet requirements”?

• To exceed the rules

• To fail an exam

• To fulfill necessary conditions

• To negotiate a salary

“English proficiency” refers to:

• The number of English speakers

• A certificate in public speaking

• Skill in using English well

• The cost of English classes

What does it mean to “swallow” something?

• To chew it slowly

• To spit it out

• To digest it with difficulty

• To make food go down the throat

A “varied diet” includes:

• Only fast food

• The same meals every day

• A wide range of nutrients and food types

• Only meat and dairy

An “eating disorder” is:

• A meal plan for athletes

• A condition involving unhealthy eating habits

• A new type of diet

• A cooking skill

International students must pay higher __________ fees than local students.

The university is located in a large __________ area with over 10 million residents. (Meaning: large city)

The word “exceeded” most nearly means:

• Matched exactly

• Fell short of

• Went beyond a limit

• Stayed the same

What does the phrase “except for” mean?

• Including everything

• Not counting; excluding

• Replacing something

• Comparing two things