Correct Answer: to explain the revised workshop arrangements
Passage Reference: However, the forecast now calls for strong winds, so we will move the entire workshop into Room 4.
Why this is correct: Nadia's main reason for writing is to explain the revised workshop arrangements. Most of her message gives Maya the new room, the earlier arrival time, her tasks and the equipment plan.
Tips: For the main purpose, ask what most of the message is doing. Choose the option that covers every paragraph, not one detail.
Why the other options are wrong:
- to invite Maya to give the main talk: Maya is assigned setup duties.
- to obtain approval for the tank: The manager has already confirmed safety.
- to ask Maya to register as a visitor: She is a volunteer arriving before visitors.
Correct Answer: strong winds are forecast
Passage Reference: However, the forecast now calls for strong winds, so we will move the entire workshop into Room 4.
Why this is correct: When Nadia talks about the weather, she says the forecast now calls for strong winds. That is why the workshop is moving into Room 4, where the smaller tank is safe to use.
Tips: Look for cause words such as however and so around a change of plan.
Why the other options are wrong:
- the smaller tank is unsafe: The manager has confirmed it is safe.
- the projector cannot be used indoors: No such restriction is stated.
- too many people have registered: Twenty-four registrations do not trigger the move.
Correct Answer: test the projector
Passage Reference: Your first job will be to test the projector with Leon.
Why this is correct: Maya should test the projector first. Distributing the activity sheets comes after that task.
Tips: Order words such as first and after that tell you the exact sequence of tasks.
Why the other options are wrong:
- put sheets on the chairs: This follows the projector test.
- admit people at the door: Visitors arrive later.
- operate the model for visitors: The practical activity follows the talk.
Correct Answer: extra visitors may attend
Passage Reference: We will keep the extra copies for anyone who registers at the door.
Why this is correct: Nadia printed thirty sheets because extra visitors may attend. Only twenty-four people have registered, and the six spare copies are for people who may register at the door.
Tips: Compare the number printed with the number who booked. Then read why Nadia keeps the spare copies.
Why the other options are wrong:
- thirty people have already registered: Only twenty-four have registered.
- six registered visitors need two copies: No duplicate-copy need is stated.
- six copies are for the speakers: They are reserved for late registrants.
Correct Answer: after the talk
Passage Reference: The practical activity will follow it, rather than run at the same time, so nobody misses the explanation.
Why this is correct: Visitors will use the model after the talk. This order lets everyone hear the explanation before starting the activity.
Tips: Find the sentence about the practical activity. A verb there tells you the order of the two parts.
Why the other options are wrong:
- before the talk begins: The practical activity follows.
- during the opening explanation: Activities are separated so nobody misses it.
- as soon as Maya arrives: Her early arrival is for setup.
Correct Answer: confirmation of her availability
Passage Reference: Please reply by Thursday to confirm that the earlier arrival time works for you.
Why this is correct: Nadia needs confirmation of her availability by Thursday. Maya must say whether she can arrive at the earlier time.
Tips: When a deadline appears, read the nearby request to see exactly what must be sent by then.
Why the other options are wrong:
- approval of the tank’s location: The manager has approved it.
- confirmation that all visitors have paid: Payment is not requested from Maya.
- a revised list of equipment to purchase: She is told not to buy equipment.
Correct Answer: 9:15
Passage Reference: Please arrive at 9:15, forty-five minutes before visitors are admitted.
Why this is correct: Maya will arrive at 9:15. This is forty-five minutes before visitors enter at 10:00.
Tips: Use both the stated arrival time and the time difference to check the schedule.
Why the other options are wrong:
- 10:15: That would be after admission.
- 9:45: The requested time is 9:15.
- 10:00: That is visitor admission time.
Correct Answer: Leon
Passage Reference: Your first job will be to test the projector with Leon.
Why this is correct: Maya will meet Leon to check the projector. Nadia names him as her partner for the first task.
Tips: Link each named person to the specific job placed beside that name.
Why the other options are wrong:
- Nadia’s registration assistant: No such assistant is assigned.
- the building manager: He confirmed tank safety, not projector testing.
- the first registered visitor: Testing occurs before visitors arrive.
Correct Answer: six extra sheets
Passage Reference: I have printed thirty copies, although only twenty-four people have registered.
Why this is correct: They will keep six extra sheets for walk-in visitors. Thirty copies minus twenty-four registered people leaves six.
Tips: For a quantity question, subtract the number needed now from the total prepared.
Why the other options are wrong:
- thirty extra sheets: Thirty is the total number printed.
- four extra sheets: Thirty minus twenty-four is six.
- twenty-four extra sheets: Twenty-four are needed for registered visitors.
Correct Answer: after the talk
Passage Reference: The practical activity will follow it, rather than run at the same time, so nobody misses the explanation.
Why this is correct: The demonstration will take place after the talk. Keeping the two parts separate helps visitors hear the explanation clearly.
Tips: Check both time and place when the reply summarizes a changed event plan.
Why the other options are wrong:
- during the talk: That would conflict with the stated sequence.
- while visitors are first registering: It follows the talk, not registration.
- before the explanation: It is scheduled afterwards.
Correct Answer: bring it on Saturday
Passage Reference: If you can bring the blue extension cable from the volunteer cupboard, that would save us borrowing one.
Why this is correct: Maya will bring it on Saturday for the workshop. The blue cable is already in the volunteer cupboard, so she does not need to buy one.
Tips: Resolve the word it by finding the single object discussed just before the blank.
Why the other options are wrong:
- keep it in the cupboard: Nadia requests it at the workshop.
- post it after the workshop: It is needed on Saturday.
- lend it to another centre that day: It is requested for this workshop.
