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IELTS Reading Practice Test: The best hiking boots

Practice your IELTS reading skills with this comprehensive 14-question test. Time limit: 20 minutes.

Reading Passage Content Summary

**Read the text below and answer questions 1-8.** ### The best hiking boots Whether you’re climbing a mountain or walking in the country, be sure to buy the right boots, writes Sian Lewis **A Hanwag Tatra Boots** These boots are expensive but will give you a lifetime of wear. They are a wide fit ...

Question Types Included

  • matching-information (8 questions)
  • true-false-not-given (6 questions)

Test Information

  • Total Questions: 14
  • Time Limit: 20 minutes
  • Level: Intermediate to Advanced
  • Format: IELTS Academic Reading

The best hiking boots

Reading Passage Content

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Reading Comprehension Questions

Questions 1–8: Matching Information

Which paragraph contains the following information?
Write the correct letter, A–G, in boxes 1–8. NB You may use any letter more than once.

1. These boots are a good choice for people who want to look smart when they are walking.
2. People do not need to spend time getting their feet accustomed to these boots.
3. These boots should last for many years.
4. People find these boots useful when travelling as they are not heavy.
5. One feature of these boots does not continue to be effective for very long.
6. These boots do not keep the rain out.
7. It is important to make sure these boots are done up tightly before starting a walk.
8. These boots should suit people who don’t want to spend a lot.

Questions 9–14: True/False/Not Given

Do the following statements agree with the information given in the passage?
Write TRUE if the statement agrees with the information
Write FALSE if the statement contradicts the information
Write NOT GIVEN if there is no information on this

9 The workshop is only suitable for people who already keep their own bees.

10 Participants will meet people who are involved in selling honey to the public.

11 Vegetarian refreshments are available if requested in advance.

12 Participants will need to pay extra to hire appropriate clothes for the workshop.

13 Protective footwear will be required during the workshop.

14 If someone has to cancel before the workshop, the fee will be repaid.

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