IELTS · Part 3 · Cambridge 19 — Test 2
An inquiry into the existence of the gifted child: Reading answers
Answers to questions 27–40 (14 in all), each with why it is right.
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Answers 27–40
- 27
H: unique Summary completion (word list)
- 28
A: appeal Summary completion (word list)
- 29
C: intrigued Summary completion (word list)
- 30
B: determined Summary completion (word list)
- 31
J: satisfaction Summary completion (word list)
- 32
I: innovative Summary completion (word list)
- 33
Many people who ended up winning prestigious intellectual prizes only reached an average standard when young.
YES Yes / No / Not Given
- 34
Einstein's failures as a young man were due to his lack of confidence.
NOT GIVEN Yes / No / Not Given
- 35
It is difficult to reach agreement on whether some children are actually born gifted.
YES Yes / No / Not Given
- 36
Einstein was upset by the public's view of his life's work.
NOT GIVEN Yes / No / Not Given
- 37
Einstein put his success down to the speed at which he dealt with scientific questions.
NO Yes / No / Not Given
- 38
What does Eyre believe is needed for children to equal 'gifted' standards?
C: the development of a spirit of inquiry towards their studies Multiple choice
- 39
What is the result of Ericsson's research?
B: Being born with a special gift is not the key factor in becoming expertю Multiple choice
- 40
In the penultimate paragraph, it is stated the key to some deprived children's success is
D: the guidance of someone who recognises the benefits of learning. Multiple choice
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