IELTS General Training Reading TT3: Identifying writer's views

IELTS General Training Reading Task Type 3 (Identifying Writer's Views/Claims) Read each pair of sentences carefully. Does sentence a) have the same meaning as sentence b)? This means you answer 'True'. Does sentence a) have some information that is different from sentence b)? This means you answer 'False'. Do the two sentences talk about different things? This means you answer 'Not given'. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. a) Your Start Time ... . Please arrive no earlier than 30 minutes before that time. b) You should not arrive more than half an hour before your allocated starting time. a) Mechanical assistance is free when you show your Rider Identity Card. b) Your Rider Identity Card will be sent to you before the event. a) Although many roads are closed to oncoming traffic, this is not always the case and you should be aware of the possibility that there could be vehicles coming in the opposite direction. b) Some roads may have normal traffic flow on them. a) Every year we are delighted to see more riders wearing protective helmets, but we would like to see every cyclist on the ride wearing one. b) Helmets are compulsory for all participants. a) Refreshment stops: Most are organised by voluntary clubs and their prices give you real value for money. b) Refreshments are free to all participants during the ride. a) If a motorcycle marshal slows down to help you, but you have just stopped for a rest and don't need help, ... b) If you need a rest you must get off the road. a) Good waterproofs, like a cycle cape, are essential. Our first aid staff can only supply bin liners... b) First aid staff can provide cycle capes. a) You will be charged for all costs incurred in returning your cycle. b) First Bike Events will charge you for the return of your bike. © UCLES 2009. This material may be photocopied (without alteration) and distributed for classroom use provided no charge is made. For further information see our Terms of Use at http://www.teachers.cambridgeESOL.org/ts/legalinfo