Why Magazine Reading Answers

The passage, ‘Why Magazine Reading Answers’ comprises a part of an IELTS General reading test.

The Reading Module can be the top-scoring category for IELTS aspirants, with diligent practice. To score well, you must understand how to approach and answer the different question types in the Reading Module.

You must scan the material for important terms, comprehend the subject, and then respond in accordance with the instructions. Also, read the IELTS reading passage, Why Magazine, pick out significant words, and recognise synonyms in order to provide a one-word response.

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The type of question found in this passage is:

• Short Answer Type Question (Q. 1-4)

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Section 1 – Passage 1

Why Magazine 

Questions 1 – 3

Example: On what page is the main article in the magazine? Answer: 5

1 What page would you turn to for advice about money?

2 On what TWO pages can you read about art?

3 On what page is the new sports stadium discussed?

Question 4

4 How often does this magazine appear?

Answers with Explanations

1 Answer: 18

Question type: Short Answer Type Question

Answer location: ‘Start Now’ Segment

Answer explanation: In the mentioned segment, it is given “Start Now – 

Marissa Brown of East Bank sets out a sound investment and savings plan for young professionals”. It can be concluded that if a person wants advice about money, he/she should look up at page 18, where Marissa Brown of East Bank gives out a sound investment and savings plan. Hence, the answer is ‘18’.

2 Answer: 28, 33

Question type: Short Answer Type Question

Answer location: ‘What’s on Round Town – Art, Music, Theatre’ & ‘The Met’

Answer explanation: In the specified segments of the magazine on Pages 28 (The Met) and 33 (What’s on Round Town – Art, Music, Theatre), people who are interested in arts will find the information they are looking for. Hence, the answer is ‘28’ and ‘33’.

3 Answer: 32

Question type: Short Answer Type Question

Answer location: ‘From the Editor’ & ‘Letters to the Editor’

Answer explanation: On Page 32, the reader will find the note from the Editor which mentions the new sports stadium and it is further discussed in the ‘Letters to the Editor’ on the same page. Hence, the answer is ‘32’.

4 Answer: monthly/every month/each month

Question type: Short Answer Type Question

Answer location: ‘From the Editor’ segment

Answer explanation: In the quoted segment, the use of phrases “our cover story last month” and “enough to keep you going for the rest of the month.” provide a clear idea that the magazine is published every month. Hence, the answer is ‘monthly/every month/each month’.