Examples of Task Type 9 – Identification of Writer’s Views, Claims or Information in the Text

Example 1 – Yes, No, Not Given

Questions 30 – 33

Do the following statements agree with the views of the writer of the text on pages 10 and 11?

In boxes 30-33 on your answer sheet, write

	YES	if the statement agrees with the views of the writer
	NO	if the statement contradicts the views of the writer
	NOT GIVEN	if it is impossible to say what the writer thinks about this
30	Herschel was multi-talented.
31	It is unlikely that there is a planet hidden behind the sun.
32	Herschel’s newly discovered object was too far from the sun to be a comet.
33	Herschel’s discovery was the most important find of the last three hundred years.

Example 2 – True, False, Not Given

Questions 15 – 19

Do the following statements agree with the information given in the text on page 5?

In boxes 15-19 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
15	The Acceptance Form for international students is sent out with the offer to enrol.
16	In some cases, visas may be issued before the ISHC is paid.
17	The International Services Unit offers an accommodation service.
18	The International Services Unit can help if a student needs to extend a visa.
19	The Programs Co-ordinator assists international students with arrangements for health insurance.