OET - Occupational English Reading: Skimming for Information Questions and Answers

Question 1

When skimming a set of four short texts in OET Reading Part A, what is the primary goal?

Accepted Answer

To understand the main topic and purpose of each of the four texts.

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To memorize specific details such as dosages and dates from all texts.

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To read every word of each text to ensure complete comprehension.

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To find the answers to the last five questions of the section.

Question 2

A candidate in the OET Reading sub-test has 15 minutes to answer 20 questions on four short texts. Which of the following is the most effective initial approach to Part A?

Accepted Answer

Spend one to two minutes skimming all four texts to understand their general content and layout.

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Read text A thoroughly, answer all questions related to it, then move to text B.

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Immediately start answering question 1 by searching for the specific answer in all four texts.

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Read all 20 questions in detail before looking at any of the texts.

Question 3

Which of these text features is LEAST likely to be a primary focus during the initial skim of a patient information leaflet?

Accepted Answer

The full reference list and publication details.

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The main heading and subheadings.

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Bulleted or numbered lists of symptoms.

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The concluding sentence of the final paragraph.

Question 4

You are a nurse preparing for the OET and are practicing skimming. You have a short hospital guideline about managing anaphylaxis. What should you primarily focus on to get the gist of the document quickly?

Accepted Answer

The introductory paragraph, section headings, and any flowcharts or diagrams.

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Every medical term and its definition.

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The specific drug dosages mentioned in the middle of a dense paragraph.

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Footnotes and author credentials at the bottom of the page.

Question 5

The main difference between skimming and scanning in the context of the OET Reading test is that skimming is for understanding the general idea, whereas scanning is for:

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finding specific, targeted information.

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critically evaluating the author's opinion.

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understanding complex vocabulary.

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reading the entire text from start to finish.

Question 6

Which of the following actions is NOT a recommended technique for effective skimming in OET Reading Part A?

Accepted Answer

Sub-vocalizing, or saying each word in your head as you read.

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Reading the first sentence of each paragraph.

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Letting your eyes move quickly over the text, ignoring filler words.

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Paying attention to titles, headings, and any text in bold.