PTE Reading 1

PTE Reading 1

4 Questions Published

Questions

Question 1 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the main reason for the writer mentioning Rowley?

  1. Because he is a farm laborer.
  2. To illustrate his view about the use of language.
  3. To support the idea that we should be politically correct when talking about animals.
  4. To bring some humor into his text.
Question 2 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following statements is true according to the text?

  1. E-publishing has created new possibilities for writers.
  2. Publishing companies have been unable to adapt to the new market.
  3. E-books will radically alter our reading habits.
  4. Most e-books are not by conventionally-published writers.
Question 3 Multiple Choice (Multiple Answers)

According to the text, which of the following are true of English attitudes towards intellectuals?

  1. They never join forces with those in authority.
  2. Most people would not be able to name an intellectual.
  3. In general, the English do not admire/respect intellectuals.
  4. Even some English intellectuals do not like to be called intellectuals.