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Which type of text is characteristic of IELTS Reading Section 3 (general interest)?

Section 3 involves a single, longer passage of general interest, often taken from magazines, newspapers, or non-fiction books, presenting a more challenging rea

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Question: Which type of text is characteristic of IELTS Reading Section 3 (general interest)?

Answer options: ✅ A longer, more complex text from magazines, newspapers, or books on a general topic.

  • Short, transactional emails.
  • Graphical recipes for cooking.
  • Bus timetables from a local transport authority.

Correct answer: A longer, more complex text from magazines, newspapers, or books on a general topic.

Explanation: Section 3 involves a single, longer passage of general interest, often taken from magazines, newspapers, or non-fiction books, presenting a more challenging read.

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