Ket Skills - Reading Part 4

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You are going to read a text and you will have to answer a question at the end. If the information is correct, mark the box TRUE, if the information is incorrect, mark the answer FALSE. If the text provides no information about the question, mark the box DOESN'T SAY.
Don't forget to print your results and present them to your teacher

Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    THE GREAT BARRIER REEF, AUSTRALIAThe Great Barrier Reef is one of the seven wonders of the natural world, and viewing it from a greater distance, you can understand why. It is larger than the Great Wall of China and the only living thing on earth visible from space!This marine park stretches over 3000km (1800 miles) and it is home to a group of brilliant, vivid coral providing divers with the most spectacular underwater experience imaginable. A closer encounter with the Great Barrier Reef's impressive coral gardens reveals many astounding underwater attractions including the world's largest collection of corals (in fact, more than 400 different kinds of coral), coral sponges, molluscs, manta rays, dolphins, over 1500 species of tropical fish, more than 200 types of birds, around 20 types of reptiles including sea turtles and giant clams over 120 years old.The Great Barrier Reef is a breeding area for humpback whales, migrating from the Antarctic and is also the habitat of a few endangered species including the Dugong (Sea Cow) and large Green Sea Turtle. In recognition of its significance, UNESCO listed the Great Barrier Reef as a World Heritage Site in 1981.Because of its natural beauty, both below and above the water's surface, the Great Barrier Reef has become one of the worlds most sought after tourist destinations.In 2006 there were approximately 820 operators and 1500 vessels and aircraft permitted to operate in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park providing ease of access for all to experience the Great Barrier Reef and learn first hand about its natural delights and World Heritage values.Text adapted from: http://www.greatbarrierreef.org/about.php QUESTION1.  There are 9 wonders of the natural world 

    • A.

      TRUE

    • B.

      FALSE

    • C.

      DOESN'T SAY

    Correct Answer
    B. FALSE
    Explanation
    There are only 7 and the Great Barrier Reef is one of them

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  • 2. 

    THE GREAT BARRIER REEF, AUSTRALIAThe Great Barrier Reef is one of the seven wonders of the natural world, and viewing it from a greater distance, you can understand why. It is larger than the Great Wall of China and the only living thing on earth visible from space!This marine park stretches over 3000km (1800 miles) and it is home to a group of brilliant, vivid coral providing divers with the most spectacular underwater experience imaginable. A closer encounter with the Great Barrier Reef's impressive coral gardens reveals many astounding underwater attractions including the world's largest collection of corals (in fact, more than 400 different kinds of coral), coral sponges, molluscs, manta rays, dolphins, over 1500 species of tropical fish, more than 200 types of birds, around 20 types of reptiles including sea turtles and giant clams over 120 years old.The Great Barrier Reef is a breeding area for humpback whales, migrating from the Antarctic and is also the habitat of a few endangered species including the Dugong (Sea Cow) and large Green Sea Turtle. In recognition of its significance, UNESCO listed the Great Barrier Reef as a World Heritage Site in 1981.Because of its natural beauty, both below and above the water's surface, the Great Barrier Reef has become one of the worlds most sought after tourist destinations.In 2006 there were approximately 820 operators and 1500 vessels and aircraft permitted to operate in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park providing ease of access for all to experience the Great Barrier Reef and learn first hand about its natural delights and World Heritage values.Text adapted from: http://www.greatbarrierreef.org/about.phpQUESTION2.  The Great Barrier Reef is better appreciated seen from a greater distance

    • A.

      TRUE

    • B.

      FALSE

    • C.

      DOESN'T SAY

    Correct Answer
    B. FALSE
    Explanation
    Viewing it from a greater distance, you can understand why it is one of the 7 wonders of the natural world but it also provides divers with the most spectacular underwater experience imaginable.

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  • 3. 

    THE GREAT BARRIER REEF, AUSTRALIAThe Great Barrier Reef is one of the seven wonders of the natural world, and viewing it from a greater distance, you can understand why. It is larger than the Great Wall of China and the only living thing on earth visible from space!This marine park stretches over 3000km (1800 miles) and it is home to a group of brilliant, vivid coral providing divers with the most spectacular underwater experience imaginable. A closer encounter with the Great Barrier Reef's impressive coral gardens reveals many astounding underwater attractions including the world's largest collection of corals (in fact, more than 400 different kinds of coral), coral sponges, molluscs, manta rays, dolphins, over 1500 species of tropical fish, more than 200 types of birds, around 20 types of reptiles including sea turtles and giant clams over 120 years old.The Great Barrier Reef is a breeding area for humpback whales, migrating from the Antarctic and is also the habitat of a few endangered species including the Dugong (Sea Cow) and large Green Sea Turtle. In recognition of its significance, UNESCO listed the Great Barrier Reef as a World Heritage Site in 1981.Because of its natural beauty, both below and above the water's surface, the Great Barrier Reef has become one of the worlds most sought after tourist destinations.In 2006 there were approximately 820 operators and 1500 vessels and aircraft permitted to operate in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park providing ease of access for all to experience the Great Barrier Reef and learn first hand about its natural delights and World Heritage values.Text adapted from: http://www.greatbarrierreef.org/about.phpQUESTION3. The Great Wall of China isn't as big as The Great Barrier Reef

    • A.

      TRUE

    • B.

      FALSE

    • C.

      DOESN'T SAY

    Correct Answer
    A. TRUE
    Explanation
    The given answer is TRUE because the passage states that the Great Barrier Reef is larger than the Great Wall of China.

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  • 4. 

    THE GREAT BARRIER REEF, AUSTRALIAThe Great Barrier Reef is one of the seven wonders of the natural world, and viewing it from a greater distance, you can understand why. It is larger than the Great Wall of China and the only living thing on earth visible from space!This marine park stretches over 3000km (1800 miles) and it is home to a group of brilliant, vivid coral providing divers with the most spectacular underwater experience imaginable. A closer encounter with the Great Barrier Reef's impressive coral gardens reveals many astounding underwater attractions including the world's largest collection of corals (in fact, more than 400 different kinds of coral), coral sponges, molluscs, manta rays, dolphins, over 1500 species of tropical fish, more than 200 types of birds, around 20 types of reptiles including sea turtles and giant clams over 120 years old.The Great Barrier Reef is a breeding area for humpback whales, migrating from the Antarctic and is also the habitat of a few endangered species including the Dugong (Sea Cow) and large Green Sea Turtle. In recognition of its significance, UNESCO listed the Great Barrier Reef as a World Heritage Site in 1981.Because of its natural beauty, both below and above the water's surface, the Great Barrier Reef has become one of the worlds most sought after tourist destinations.In 2006 there were approximately 820 operators and 1500 vessels and aircraft permitted to operate in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park providing ease of access for all to experience the Great Barrier Reef and learn first hand about its natural delights and World Heritage values.Text adapted from: http://www.greatbarrierreef.org/about.phpQUESTION4. The Great Wall of China and the Great Barrier Reef are both visible from space

    • A.

      TRUE

    • B.

      FALSE

    • C.

      DOESN'T SAY

    Correct Answer
    C. DOESN'T SAY
    Explanation
    Text says The Great Barrier Reef is visible from space but it provides no information about the Great Wall of China. You might know it from your general knowledge but the text doesn't say it.

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  • 5. 

    THE GREAT BARRIER REEF, AUSTRALIAThe Great Barrier Reef is one of the seven wonders of the natural world, and viewing it from a greater distance, you can understand why. It is larger than the Great Wall of China and the only living thing on earth visible from space!This marine park stretches over 3000km (1800 miles) and it is home to a group of brilliant, vivid coral providing divers with the most spectacular underwater experience imaginable. A closer encounter with the Great Barrier Reef's impressive coral gardens reveals many astounding underwater attractions including the world's largest collection of corals (in fact, more than 400 different kinds of coral), coral sponges, molluscs, manta rays, dolphins, over 1500 species of tropical fish, more than 200 types of birds, around 20 types of reptiles including sea turtles and giant clams over 120 years old.The Great Barrier Reef is a breeding area for humpback whales, migrating from the Antarctic and is also the habitat of a few endangered species including the Dugong (Sea Cow) and large Green Sea Turtle. In recognition of its significance, UNESCO listed the Great Barrier Reef as a World Heritage Site in 1981.Because of its natural beauty, both below and above the water's surface, the Great Barrier Reef has become one of the worlds most sought after tourist destinations.In 2006 there were approximately 820 operators and 1500 vessels and aircraft permitted to operate in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park providing ease of access for all to experience the Great Barrier Reef and learn first hand about its natural delights and World Heritage values.Text adapted from: http://www.greatbarrierreef.org/about.phpQUESTION5. You can't see more corals in any other place in the world

    • A.

      TRUE

    • B.

      FALSE

    • C.

      DOESN'T SAY

    Correct Answer
    A. TRUE
    Explanation
    It is the largest collection = No other place in the world has more corals

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  • 6. 

    THE GREAT BARRIER REEF, AUSTRALIAThe Great Barrier Reef is one of the seven wonders of the natural world, and viewing it from a greater distance, you can understand why. It is larger than the Great Wall of China and the only living thing on earth visible from space!This marine park stretches over 3000km (1800 miles) and it is home to a group of brilliant, vivid coral providing divers with the most spectacular underwater experience imaginable. A closer encounter with the Great Barrier Reef's impressive coral gardens reveals many astounding underwater attractions including the world's largest collection of corals (in fact, more than 400 different kinds of coral), coral sponges, molluscs, manta rays, dolphins, over 1500 species of tropical fish, more than 200 types of birds, around 20 types of reptiles including sea turtles and giant clams over 120 years old.The Great Barrier Reef is a breeding area for humpback whales, migrating from the Antarctic and is also the habitat of a few endangered species including the Dugong (Sea Cow) and large Green Sea Turtle. In recognition of its significance, UNESCO listed the Great Barrier Reef as a World Heritage Site in 1981.Because of its natural beauty, both below and above the water's surface, the Great Barrier Reef has become one of the worlds most sought after tourist destinations.In 2006 there were approximately 820 operators and 1500 vessels and aircraft permitted to operate in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park providing ease of access for all to experience the Great Barrier Reef and learn first hand about its natural delights and World Heritage values.Text adapted from: http://www.greatbarrierreef.org/about.phpQUESTION6. Sea turtles and giant clams are the only reptiles you can see in the reef

    • A.

      TRUE

    • B.

      FALSE

    • C.

      DOESN'T SAY

    Correct Answer
    B. FALSE
    Explanation
    They're only 2 of the 20 types of reptiles

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  • 7. 

    THE GREAT BARRIER REEF, AUSTRALIAThe Great Barrier Reef is one of the seven wonders of the natural world, and viewing it from a greater distance, you can understand why. It is larger than the Great Wall of China and the only living thing on earth visible from space!This marine park stretches over 3000km (1800 miles) and it is home to a group of brilliant, vivid coral providing divers with the most spectacular underwater experience imaginable. A closer encounter with the Great Barrier Reef's impressive coral gardens reveals many astounding underwater attractions including the world's largest collection of corals (in fact, more than 400 different kinds of coral), coral sponges, molluscs, manta rays, dolphins, over 1500 species of tropical fish, more than 200 types of birds, around 20 types of reptiles including sea turtles and giant clams over 120 years old.The Great Barrier Reef is a breeding area for humpback whales, migrating from the Antarctic and is also the habitat of a few endangered species including the Dugong (Sea Cow) and large Green Sea Turtle. In recognition of its significance, UNESCO listed the Great Barrier Reef as a World Heritage Site in 1981.Because of its natural beauty, both below and above the water's surface, the Great Barrier Reef has become one of the worlds most sought after tourist destinations.In 2006 there were approximately 820 operators and 1500 vessels and aircraft permitted to operate in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park providing ease of access for all to experience the Great Barrier Reef and learn first hand about its natural delights and World Heritage values.Text adapted from: http://www.greatbarrierreef.org/about.phpQUESTION7. Humpback whales go to the reef to mate and reproduce

    • A.

      TRUE

    • B.

      FALSE

    • C.

      DOESN'T SAY

    Correct Answer
    A. TRUE
    Explanation
    The reef is a breeding area for humpback whales

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  • 8. 

    THE GREAT BARRIER REEF, AUSTRALIAThe Great Barrier Reef is one of the seven wonders of the natural world, and viewing it from a greater distance, you can understand why. It is larger than the Great Wall of China and the only living thing on earth visible from space!This marine park stretches over 3000km (1800 miles) and it is home to a group of brilliant, vivid coral providing divers with the most spectacular underwater experience imaginable. A closer encounter with the Great Barrier Reef's impressive coral gardens reveals many astounding underwater attractions including the world's largest collection of corals (in fact, more than 400 different kinds of coral), coral sponges, molluscs, manta rays, dolphins, over 1500 species of tropical fish, more than 200 types of birds, around 20 types of reptiles including sea turtles and giant clams over 120 years old.The Great Barrier Reef is a breeding area for humpback whales, migrating from the Antarctic and is also the habitat of a few endangered species including the Dugong (Sea Cow) and large Green Sea Turtle. In recognition of its significance, UNESCO listed the Great Barrier Reef as a World Heritage Site in 1981.Because of its natural beauty, both below and above the water's surface, the Great Barrier Reef has become one of the worlds most sought after tourist destinations.In 2006 there were approximately 820 operators and 1500 vessels and aircraft permitted to operate in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park providing ease of access for all to experience the Great Barrier Reef and learn first hand about its natural delights and World Heritage values.Text adapted from: http://www.greatbarrierreef.org/about.phpQUESTION8. Tourists from all over the world seek to see the reef's natural beauty, both below and above the water's surface

    • A.

      TRUE

    • B.

      FALSE

    • C.

      DOESN'T SAY

    Correct Answer
    C. DOESN'T SAY
    Explanation
    We don't know the nationalities of the tourists that go there

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  • 9. 

    THE GREAT BARRIER REEF, AUSTRALIAThe Great Barrier Reef is one of the seven wonders of the natural world, and viewing it from a greater distance, you can understand why. It is larger than the Great Wall of China and the only living thing on earth visible from space!This marine park stretches over 3000km (1800 miles) and it is home to a group of brilliant, vivid coral providing divers with the most spectacular underwater experience imaginable. A closer encounter with the Great Barrier Reef's impressive coral gardens reveals many astounding underwater attractions including the world's largest collection of corals (in fact, more than 400 different kinds of coral), coral sponges, molluscs, manta rays, dolphins, over 1500 species of tropical fish, more than 200 types of birds, around 20 types of reptiles including sea turtles and giant clams over 120 years old.The Great Barrier Reef is a breeding area for humpback whales, migrating from the Antarctic and is also the habitat of a few endangered species including the Dugong (Sea Cow) and large Green Sea Turtle. In recognition of its significance, UNESCO listed the Great Barrier Reef as a World Heritage Site in 1981.Because of its natural beauty, both below and above the water's surface, the Great Barrier Reef has become one of the worlds most sought after tourist destinations.In 2006 there were approximately 820 operators and 1500 vessels and aircraft permitted to operate in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park providing ease of access for all to experience the Great Barrier Reef and learn first hand about its natural delights and World Heritage values.Text adapted from: http://www.greatbarrierreef.org/about.phpQUESTION9. The Great Barrier Reef is one of the UNESCO's World Heritage Site

    • A.

      TRUE

    • B.

      FALSE

    • C.

      DOESN'T SAY

    Correct Answer
    A. TRUE
    Explanation
    The passage states that the Great Barrier Reef was listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1981. Therefore, the correct answer is true.

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  • 10. 

    THE GREAT BARRIER REEF, AUSTRALIAThe Great Barrier Reef is one of the seven wonders of the natural world, and viewing it from a greater distance, you can understand why. It is larger than the Great Wall of China and the only living thing on earth visible from space!This marine park stretches over 3000km (1800 miles) and it is home to a group of brilliant, vivid coral providing divers with the most spectacular underwater experience imaginable. A closer encounter with the Great Barrier Reef's impressive coral gardens reveals many astounding underwater attractions including the world's largest collection of corals (in fact, more than 400 different kinds of coral), coral sponges, molluscs, manta rays, dolphins, over 1500 species of tropical fish, more than 200 types of birds, around 20 types of reptiles including sea turtles and giant clams over 120 years old.The Great Barrier Reef is a breeding area for humpback whales, migrating from the Antarctic and is also the habitat of a few endangered species including the Dugong (Sea Cow) and large Green Sea Turtle. In recognition of its significance, UNESCO listed the Great Barrier Reef as a World Heritage Site in 1981.Because of its natural beauty, both below and above the water's surface, the Great Barrier Reef has become one of the worlds most sought after tourist destinations.In 2006 there were approximately 820 operators and 1500 vessels and aircraft permitted to operate in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park providing ease of access for all to experience the Great Barrier Reef and learn first hand about its natural delights and World Heritage values.Text adapted from: http://www.greatbarrierreef.org/about.phpQUESTION10. Tourists could get to many parts of the reef easily

    • A.

      TRUE

    • B.

      FALSE

    • C.

      DOESN'T SAY

    Correct Answer
    A. TRUE
    Explanation
    Tourists could get to many parts of the reef easily because in 2006 there were approximately 820 operators and 1500 vessels and aircraft permitted to operate in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, providing ease of access for all to experience the Great Barrier Reef and learn first hand about its natural delights and World Heritage values.

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