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Cambridge IELTS 12 Reading Test 5

Explore the three passages in this test. Open a passage to read its questions and answer evidence, or practise the full 60-minute test.

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Reading passages in this test

Passage 1 · 13 questionsCorkRead passage, questions & answers →Passage 2 · 13 questionsCollecting as a hobbyRead passage, questions & answers →Passage 3 · 14 questionsWhat's the purpose of gaining knowledge?Read passage, questions & answers →

How to use this test

Start the full test to work through all three passages together. Use the individual passage pages for focused practice. Try the questions before opening the answer key, then compare your answer with the supporting sentence where one is available.

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