IELTS Reading: Matching Headings 3

Question 1

Matching the heading 'A surprising discovery' best fits a paragraph that:

Accepted Answer

Describes an unexpected finding

Answer

The heading signals an unexpected result.

Question 2

Why is it risky to match a heading based on one keyword shared with the paragraph?

Accepted Answer

Keywords may appear in distractor headings too

Answer

Shared single words can be deliberate traps.

Question 3

A paragraph contrasts two viewpoints. The best heading would:

Accepted Answer

Reflect the comparison or opposing ideas

Answer

The heading should capture the contrast as the main idea.

Question 4

If a paragraph gives a problem and then its solution, the ideal heading:

Accepted Answer

Captures both the problem and resolution

Answer

The heading should reflect the full problem-solution arc.

Question 5

An example heading 'Funding challenges' suits a paragraph mainly about:

Accepted Answer

Difficulties securing money

Answer

It points to money-related obstacles.

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