Mount Everest And Hillary, Sleep, Constellation Reading Answers
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Reading Passage 1 (Mount Everest and Hilary)
- Short Answer Questions
- True/False/Not Given
Reading Passage 2 (Sleep)
- True/False/Not Given
- Sentence Completion
- Multiple Choice Questions
- Matching Information
Reading Passage 3 (Constellation)
- Matching Headings
- Summary Completion
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Reading Passage 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on Questions 1-12, which are based on the Reading Passage below.
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Mount Everest And Hillary
Questions 1-6
Answer the questions below using NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER from the passage for each answer.
Write your answers in boxes 1 – 6 on your answer sheet.
1 Who suggested that the name Everest be used to refer to the mountain?
2 Which country prevented explorers climbing Everest until 1920?
3 What has not yet been recovered?
4 What was not found on Mallory’s body that indicates he may have reached the summit?
5 Who was photographed at the top of the mountain?
6 What was the name of Hillary’s charitable organisation?
Questions 7-12
Do the following statements agree with the information given in the reading passage?
In boxes 7- 12 on your answer sheet 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
7 Mortality rates on Everest have consistently declined since 1990.
8 Hillary found evidence of the Mallory expedition.
9 Photographs were taken from the summit as proof of the Hillary/ Norgay climb.
10 Both Hillary and Norgay received recognition of their achievement from Britain.
11 Hillary was the first person to reach the South Pole by mechanised transport.
12 Hillary’s death was attributed to an accident that occurred in Kathmandu.
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Reading Passage 2
You should spend about 20 minutes on Questions 13-27, which are based on the Reading Passage below.
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Sleep
Questions 13 – 16
Do the following statements agree with the information, given in the reading passage?
In boxes 13-16 on your answer sheet 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
13 It was previously believed that biological processes slowed during sleep.
14 Teenagers lose less sleep than adults when they have a medical condition.
15 During the night, our sleep becomes increasingly deep.
16 Lack of sleep can cause heart problems and other medical conditions.
Questions 17-20
Complete the sentences below using NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER from the passage for each answer,
Write your answers in the blank spaces next to 17 – 20 on your answer sheet.
17 REM sleep can help reduce _____________________.
18 During REM sleep, __________________ are similar to those recorded whilst awake.
19 During Stage 1 NREM sleep, you can be ______________with little effort.
20 Suddenly being woken from deep sleep can cause _____________________.
Questions 21 and 22
Choose TWO letters, A-E.
Write your answers in boxes 21 and 22.
NB, Your answers may be given in either order.
REM Sleep
A is more common for younger people.
B is when we dream.
C may cause your extremities to move of their own accord.
D lasts about an hour a night.
E is when the brain is most relaxed.
Questions 23-27
The reading passage has nine paragraphs, A-I.
Which paragraph contains the following information?
Write the correct letter A-I in boxes 23-27.
23 Differences in sleep patterns between generations
24 Brain activity is limited as resources are diverted
25 Repetition of the cycle
26 Dangers of accumulated lack of sleep
27 Increased activity during sleep
Reading Passage 3
You should spend about 20 minutes on Questions 28-40, which are based on the Reading Passage below.
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Constellation
Questions 28 – 35
Reading Passage 1 has eight paragraphs A-H.
Choose the correct heading for paragraphs A-H from the list of headings below.
Write the correct number i-xii in boxes 28-35.
List of Headings
i. Different methods of locating and identifying
ii. A better view of the constellations
iii. Technological advances in research and development
iv. Atmospheric weaknesses of telescopes in orbit
v. Different interpretations of star groupings
vi. Common misconceptions
vii. Bypassing terrestrial limitations
viii. Renewed interest in the stars
ix. Ethnic differences in celestial mapping
x. Formal marking of constellations
xi. Universal myths of constellations
xii. Historical and modern reference
28 Paragraph A
29 Paragraph B
30 Paragraph C
31 Paragraph D
32 Paragraph E
33 Paragraph F
34 Paragraph G
35 Paragraph H
Questions 36-40
Complete the summary below using NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS.
Write the correct answers in the blank spaces next to 36-40 on your answer sheets.
Despite an initial flaw in a 37_______________, the Hubble space telescope is superior to telescopes on land as it can identify 37_________________ which would not normally reach the Earth’s surface. This is all the more impressive given that Hubble is only classified as a 38_______________ telescope. Being above the atmosphere, it also has the advantages of not being affected by 39_____________, which would otherwise lead to 40______________ images.
Answers
Mount Everest and Hilary Reading Answers (Passage 1)
1 Answer: Andrew Waugh
Question type: Short Answer Questions
Answer locations: Paragraph A, line 5
Answer explanations: We understand from the fifth line of Paragraph A that Everest was given its official English name in 1865 by the Royal Geographic Society upon recommendation of Andrew Waugh, the British Surveyor General of India at the time. These lines illustrate that it was Andrew Waugh, who recommended the name Everest, which was made official in 1865. Thus, the answer is Andrew Waugh.
2 Answer: Tibet
Question type: Short Answer Questions
Answer locations: Paragraph B, line 3
Answer explanations: The 3rd line of Paragraph B states that nobody was able to climb Everest until 1920 when Tibet first opened its borders to outsiders, and between 1920 and 1952, seven major expeditions failed to reach the tip of Mount Everest. These lines indicate that Tibet was the country that prevented explorers climbing Everest until 1920. Thus, the answer is Tibet.
3 Answer: Andrew Irvine’s body
Question type: Short Answer Questions
Answer locations: Paragraph C, line 3
Answer explanations: We understand from the 3rd line of Paragraph C, that Mallory’s body was not seen again until 75 years on, in May of 1999, and Irvine’s body is yet to be found. These lines illustrate that although Mallory’s body was discovered after 75 years of the accident, Irvine’s body is yet to be recovered, which means that the body is still missing. Thus, the answer is Andrew Irvine’s body.
4 Answer: A photograph
Question type: Short Answer Questions
Answer locations: Paragraph C, line 6
Answer explanations: We find reference in the 6th line of paragraph C, which states that Mallory’s daughter has always said that Mallory carried a photograph of his wife on his person with the intention of leaving it on the summit when he reached it. These lines illustrate that George Malory carried a photograph of his wife with him with the intention of leaving it on the summit when he reached it. So, the answer is a photograph.
5 Answer: Tenzing Norgay
Question type: Short Answer Questions
Answer locations: Paragraph D, line 5
Answer explanations: The fifth line in Paragraph D, states that as Norgay had never operated a camera, there are no photographs of Hilary on the top of the mountain, just shots of Norgay, and some additional photos looking down the mountain, ensuring evidence of their conquest and that the ascent was not faked. We understand from these lines that Norgay never operated a camera and that there were no photographs of Hilary on the top of the mountain, only the photographs of Tenzing Norgay were available. Thus, the answer is Tenzing Norgay.
6 Answer: Himalayan trust
Question type: Short Answer Questions
Answer locations: Paragraph E, line 7
Answer explanations: We understand from the 7th line of paragraph E that after conquering Everest, Sir Edmund Hilary devoted most of his life to helping the Sherpa people of Nepal through the Himalayan Trust. These lines indicate that after conquering Everest, Edmund Hilary devoted most of his life to helping the people of Sherpa in Nepal through the charitable organisation, Himalayan Trust. Thus, the answer is Himalayan Trust.
7 Answer: False
Question type: True/False/Not Given
Answer locations: Paragraph B, line 6
Answer explanations: We understand from the fifth line of paragraph D, that with advances in equipment and more experience guides, the fatality rates dropped from 37% in 1990 to 4% in 2004. However, the deadliest year in Mount Everest’s history was 1996, when 19 people died near the summit. These lines illustrate that even after the fatality rate dropping from 1990, around 19 people lost their lives in 1996 near the summit, which proved to be the worst accident. Thus, the statement contradicts the information, so, the answer is False.
8 Answer: False
Question type: True/False/Not Given
Answer locations: Paragraph D, line 3
Answer explanations: The 3rd line of paragraph D states that after a brief but fruitless search for evidence of the 1924 Mallory expedition, they buried some candy in the snow, taking a few photographs of the historic event. These lines elucidate that Hilary looked for evidence, but ‘fruitless search for evidence’ reveals that he was not able to find anything. Thus, the answer is False.
9 Answer: True
Question type: True/False/Not Given
Answer locations: Paragraph D, line 2 and 6
Answer explanations: We find reference in the 2nd line of paragraph D, which states that the duo, Hilary and Norgay conquered the epic mountain, standing at the highest point in the world for a brief 15 minutes. In the 6th line, it is mentioned that some additional photos looking down the mountain, ensuring evidence of their conquest and that the ascent was not faked. These lines illustrate that Hilary and Norgay took photographs when they reached the epic mountain as a proof of their climb. Thus, the answer is True.
10 Answer: True
Question type: True/False/Not Given
Answer locations: Paragraph E
Answer explanations: We understand from the introductory line of paragraph E that Hilary was knighted in the order of the British Empire and Norgay (a subject of the King of Nepal) was granted the George Media by the UK. These lines state that both Hilary and Norgay received recognition from the UK (Britain). Thus, the answer is True.
11 Answer: Not Given
Question type: True/False/Not Given
Answer locations: Paragraph E, part 4
Answer explanations: We understand from the 4th line of paragraph E, that Hilary took part in the expedition to the South Pole, but there’s no reference to the statement that Hilary was the first person to reach the South Pole by merchandised transport. So, the answer is Not Given.
12 Answer: False
Question type: True/False/Not Given
Answer locations: Paragraph F, line 3
Answer explanations: We can find reference in 3rd line of paragraph F, which states that during April 2007, Hilary was reported to have a fall on his trip to Kathmandu. There was no comment on the nature of his illness and lies did not immediately seem treatments. He was hospitalized after returning to New Zealand, after which he died of a heart attack on the morning of January 11, 2008. We can comprehend that though Hilary had a fall in Kathmandu, he died due to heart attack. Thus, the answer is False.
Sleep Reading Answers (Passage 2)
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13 Answer: True
Question type: True/False/Not Given
Answer locations: Paragraph A, line 2
Answer explanations: The 2nd line of paragraph A illustrates that one earlier misconception that has now been revised is that the body completely slows down during sleep. These lines reveal that the body completely slows down during sleep. Thus, the statement agrees with the information, so, the answer is True.
14 Answer: Not Given
Question type: True/False/Not Given
Answer locations: Paragraph C, line 2 & 6
Answer explanations: The 2nd line of paragraph C states that babies need 16 hours compared to 9 hours and 8 hours for teenagers and adults. Whereas the 6th line reveals that older people are more likely to have medical conditions that affect their sleep. These lines suggest that teenagers require 9 hours and 8 hours and that older people sleep less with a medical condition, but there’s no reference to the statement that teenagers lose less sleep than adults with medical conditions. Thus, the answer is Not Given.
15 Answer: False
Question type: True/False/Not Given
Answer locations: Paragraph D, line 3
Answer explanations: We find reference in 3rd line of Paragraph D, which states that as the night progresses, you spend more time in lighter dream sleep. These lines reveal that people spend more time in lighter dream sleep when the night progresses. Thus, the statement contradicts the information, so, the answer is False.
16 Answer: False
Question type: True/False/Not Given
Answer locations: Paragraph C, line 5
Answer explanations: We understand from the fifth line of paragraph C that older people have medical conditions that affect their sleep, such as insomnia, sleep apnoea, and heart problems. These lines suggest that medical conditions can affect sleep, not the other way round. Thus, the statement disagrees with the information, so, the answer is False.
17 Answer: Stress
Question type: Sentence Completion
Answer locations: Paragraph F
Answer explanations: Paragraph F discusses the REM Sleep, which is important for the brain. It is when it is most active, processing emotions, and memories and relieving stress. These lines suggest that REM sleep is important for the brain, which also helps relieve stress. Thus, the answer is Stress.
18 Answer: Brain waves
Question type: Sentence Completion
Answer locations: Paragraph F, line 3
Answer explanations: We understand from the 3rd line of paragraph F that the brain waves measured during REM sleep are similar to those measured when awake. These lines indicate that during REM Sleep, brain waves are similar to those measured when awake. So, the answer is Brain waves.
19 Answer: (easily) woken
Question type: Sentence Completion
Answer locations: Paragraph G, line 5
Answer explanations: Paragraph G explains about the NREM sleep, which is stated as dreamless sleep. We understand from the fifth line of paragraph G, that the stage 1 of the NREM period lasts between 5 – 10 minutes, during which time, a person can be woken easily. These lines reveal that during the NREM sleep, a person can be easily woken with little effort. So, the answer is (easily) woken.
20 Answer: Disorientation
Question type: Sentence Completion
Answer locations: Paragraph G, line 11
Answer explanations: The 11th line of paragraph G states that people have woken up quickly from stage 4 often feel a sense of disorientation, which is why it is helpful to use an alarm clock with an ascending ring. These lines illustrate that being woken up suddenly from deep sleep can cause disorientation. So, the answer is Disorientation.
21 Answer: B/C
Question type: Multiple Choice Questions
Answer locations: Paragraph E, line 2
Answer explanations: The 2nd line of paragraph E illustrates that REM sleep is when you dream. Thus, the answer is B.
22 Answer: B/C
Question type: Multiple Choice Questions
Answer locations: Paragraph E, line 5
Answer explanations: We find reference in the 5th line of paragraph E, which states that though the major muscles generally don’t move fingers and toes may twitch and body temperature changes and you may sweat or shiver. Here, extremities means the muscles. So, the REM Sleep may cause your extremities to move on their own accord. So, the answer is C.
23 Answer: C
Question type: Matching Information
Answer locations: Paragraph C, line 2
Answer explanations: The 2nd line of paragraph C states that babies need 16 hours compared to 9 hours and 8 hours for teenagers and adults, which doesn’t mean that older people need less sleep. Thus, these lines indicate that Paragraph C states the difference in sleep patterns between generations. So, the answer is C.
24 Answer: G
Question type: Matching Information
Answer locations: Paragraph G, line 9
Answer explanations: We understand from the 9th line of paragraph G that blood flow is redirected from the brain to large muscles allowing them to mend any damage from day to work. These lines suggest that brain activity is limited as resources are diverted to the large muscles. Thus, the answer is G.
25 Answer: H
Question type: Matching Information
Answer locations: Paragraph H
Answer explanations: The introductory line of paragraph H states that about an hour and a half into the sleep cycle, a person will go from deep stage 4 sleep back into light. Stage 2 sleep, then into REM sleep, before the cycle begins again. These lines depict the repetition of the cycle. Thus, the answer is H.
26 Answer: H
Question type: Matching Information
Answer locations: Paragraph H, line 4
Answer explanations: The 4th line of paragraph H illustrates that when you constantly get less sleep (even 1 hour less) than you need each night, it is called sleep debt. You may pay for it in daytime, drowsiness, trouble concentrating, moodiness, lower productivity, and increased risk of falls and accidents. These lines suggest the dangers of accumulated lack of sleep. Thus, the answer is H.
27 Answer: E
Question type: Matching Information
Answer locations: Paragraph E, line 2
Answer explanations: The 2nd line of paragraph E states that a person usually has 3 to 5 periods of REM sleep each night, lasting from 5 minutes to over an hour, during which time their body’s activities increase. These lines indicate that with 3 to 5 periods of REM sleep lasts from 5mins to an hour, when the body’s activities increase. Thus, the answer is E.
Reading Passage 3
28 Answer: x
Question type: Matching Headings
Answer locations: Paragraph A, line 2
Answer explanations: The 2nd line of paragraph A states that constellation boundaries and definitions as used today in the western culture, and as defined by the international astronomical union (IAU) were formalised in 1930 by Eugene Delporte. These lines indicate that Constellation boundaries were formalised in 1930 by IAU. Thus, the appropriate heading for Paragraph A is X. Formal marking of constellations.
29 Answer: v
Question type: Matching Headings
Answer locations: Paragraph B
Answer explanations: Paragraph B discusses the twelve constellations through which the sun passes. The 3rd line illustrates the cultural differences in interpretation and definition of star constellations mainly relate to the zodiac interpretations. Further, Paragraph B explains about the star groupings. Thus, the suitable heading is V. Different interpretations of star groupings.
30 Answer: xii
Question type: Matching Headings
Answer locations: Paragraph C
Answer explanations: We understand from the introductory line of paragraph C that in the western astronomy, all modern constellation names derive from Latin, some stars within constellations are named using the genitive from the Latin word by using the usual rules of Latin grammar. These lines indicate that the names were derived with reference to Latin (historical) and the influence of IAU (modern). So, the heading for Paragraph C is XII. Historical and modern reference.
31 Answer: vi
Question type: Matching Headings
Answer locations: Paragraph D
Answer explanations: The introductory line of paragraph D illustrates that some star patterns that are often wrongly considered constellations by laymen are actually asterisms, a group of stars that appear to form patterns in the sky and are not one of the 88 officially divided areas truly defined as a constellation. These lines suggest that asterisms were commonly confused for constellations. Thus, the correct heading for Paragraph D is VI. Common misconception.
32 Answer: i
Question type: Matching Headings
Answer locations: Paragraph E
Answer explanations: Paragraph E depicts that to identify the position of the stars relative to the Earth, there are a number of different celestial coordinate systems that cart provide a detailed reference point in space. There are many different systems all of which are largely similar with the exception of a difference in the position of the fundamental plane. These lines elucidate the different celestial systems for identifying and locating. Thus, the appropriate heading for Paragraph E is I. Different methods of locating and identifying.
33 Answer: ii
Question type: Matching Headings
Answer locations: Paragraph F
Answer explanations:We understand from Paragraph F that the launch of the Hubble space telescope in April 1990 changed the way that astronomers saw the universe, providing detailed digital images of constellations, planets, and gas clouds that had never been seen before. These lines reveal that the introduction of the Hubble space telescope provided a digital image of constellations, planets, and gas clouds. Thus, the suitable answer is II. A better view of the constellations.
34 Answer: vii
Question type: Matching Headings
Answer locations: Paragraph G
Answer explanations: Paragraph G illustrates the telescope’s location above the Earth’s atmosphere, which has a number of significant advantages over land based telescopes. The atmosphere bends light due to a phenomenon known as diffraction. The Hubble space telescopes can observe Infrared light that would otherwise be blocked by the atmosphere as the wavelength of ultraviolet light is shorter than that of visible light. These lines indicate that Paragraph G discusses the problems (limitations) of telescopes on land (terrestrial). Thus, the appropriate heading is VII. Bypassing terrestrial lands.
35 Answer: viii
Question type: Matching Headings
Answer locations: Paragraph H, line 2
Answer explanations: We understand from the 2nd line of paragraph G states that the telescope has reignited interest in space amongst the general public. It is evident the Hubble telescope reignited interest of the public in space/stars. Thus, the appropriate heading is VIII. Renewed interest in the stars.
36 Answer: (reflective) mirror
Question type: Summary Completion
Answer locations: Paragraph H
Answer explanations: The introductory line of paragraph H illustrates that despite the early setbacks, one of the reflective mirrors had to be replaced after finding that it had been ground incorrectly and did not produce the expected images. Here, early setbacks refer to initial flaws. Thus, the answer is (reflective) mirrors.
37 Answer: Infrared light
Question type: Summary Completion
Answer locations: Paragraph G, line 4
Answer explanations: The fourth line of paragraph G states that the Hubble Space Telescope can also observe Infrared light that would otherwise be blocked by the atmosphere as the wavelength of ultraviolet light is shorter than that of the visible light. These lines suggest that the Hubble telescope is superior to other telescopes on land as it can observe Infrared lights which would otherwise be blocked. Thus, the answer is Infrared light.
38 Answer: Medium-sized
Question type: Summary Completion
Answer locations: Paragraph F, line 4
Answer explanations: The 4th line in Paragraph F states that the Hubble telescope is considered as a medium-sized telescope on ground. Thus, it’s evident that the Hubble telescope is classified as a medium-sized telescope. So, the answer is medium-sized.
39 Answer: Diffraction
Question type: Summary Completion
Answer locations: Paragraph G, line 2
Answer explanations: We understand from the 2nd line of paragraph G that the atmosphere bends light due to a phenomenon known as diffraction, which causes starlight to appear to twinkle and leads to the often blurred images seen through ground based telescopes. These lines suggest that the telescope has the advantage of not being affected by diffraction. Thus, the answer is Diffraction.
40 Answer: Blurred
Question type: Summary Completion
Answer locations: Paragraph G, line 2
Answer explanations: The 2nd line of paragraph G states that the atmosphere bends light due to a phenomenon known as diffraction, which causes starlight to appear to twinkle and leads to the often blurred images seen through ground based telescopes. These lines indicate that the ground based Hubble telescope has the advantage of not being affected by diffraction, which leads to blurred images and starlight to twinkle. Thus, the answer is blurred.
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