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IELTS Reading:”The Influence of Advertising on Consumer Choices“
Đề bài thi IELTS Reading
Multiple Choice
- What is one primary goal of advertising?
- A) To create brand awareness.
- B) To entertain the audience.
- C) To reduce product prices.
- D) To improve product quality.
- How does repeated exposure to a brand affect consumer behavior?
- A) It decreases the likelihood of purchasing the brand.
- B) It has no effect on consumer behavior.
- C) It makes consumers more likely to choose the brand.
- D) It causes consumers to avoid the brand.
- What is the “mere exposure effect”?
- A) Preference for unfamiliar brands.
- B) Preference for familiar brands.
- C) Ignoring repeated advertisements.
- D) Increased brand loyalty.
- Which emotion is NOT commonly used in advertising?
- A) Happiness
- B) Fear
- C) Anger
- D) Nostalgia
- What role does social proof play in advertising?
- A) It provides technical information about products.
- B) It reduces the price of products.
- C) It creates trust and credibility.
- D) It decreases consumer interest.
- How do limited-time offers influence consumer decisions?
- A) They cause consumers to wait before purchasing.
- B) They reduce the perceived value of the product.
- C) They create a sense of urgency.
- D) They have no effect on consumers.
- What is FOMO?
- A) Fear of making an offer
- B) Fear of missing out
- C) Fear of multiple options
- D) Fear of marketing outcomes
- What effect can advertising have on societal norms?
- A) It can create aspirations among consumers.
- B) It can discourage the purchase of luxury items.
- C) It can make environmentally conscious choices less desirable.
- D) It has no effect on societal values.
- What challenge do advertisers face with modern consumers?
- A) Consumers’ growing skepticism towards advertising.
- B) Consumers’ preference for traditional advertising.
- C) Lack of digital advertising platforms.
- D) Difficulty in creating brand awareness.
- How might the future of advertising change according to the passage?
- A) There will be a greater emphasis on transparency.
- B) Advertising will become less important.
- C) Brands will reduce their marketing budgets.
- D) Consumers will become less informed.
True/False/Not Given
- Repeated exposure to a brand always leads to consumer rejection.
- True
- False
- Not Given
- Emotional appeals in advertising are less effective than logical appeals.
- True
- False
- Not Given
- Advertisements can normalize behaviors that were previously considered unacceptable.
- True
- False
- Not Given
- The mere exposure effect works only for products of high quality.
- True
- False
- Not Given
- Social proof in advertising is only effective if the product is endorsed by a celebrity.
- True
- False
- Not Given
Yes/No/Not Given
- Does the author suggest that advertising is the most important factor in consumer decision-making?
- Yes
- No
- Not Given
- Is the author critical of emotional appeals in advertising?
- Yes
- No
- Not Given
- Does the author believe that limited-time offers are unethical?
- Yes
- No
- Not Given
- Is the author optimistic about the future of advertising?
- Yes
- No
- Not Given
- Does the author argue that all advertising is manipulative?
- Yes
- No
- Not Given
Matching Headings
Match the following headings with the appropriate paragraphs.
- The power of brand awareness
- Emotional connections in advertising
- The role of social proof in consumer behavior
- The impact of scarcity and urgency
- Advertising and societal norms
- Modern consumer skepticism and the future of advertising
Sentence Completion
Complete the following sentences using words from the passage.
- The “mere exposure effect” makes consumers more likely to choose a brand they ______.
- Emotional appeals are effective because they ______ on a deeper level.
- Social proof involves showcasing testimonials to create a sense of ______.
- Limited-time offers create a sense of ______, compelling consumers to make quick decisions.
- The rise of ad blockers indicates growing ______ towards advertising.
- Advertisers are now focusing more on ______ and building long-term relationships.
Short Answer Questions
Answer the following questions with a short phrase or sentence.
- What is the primary purpose of advertising?
- Which psychological concept explains why people prefer familiar brands?
- What emotional response is often targeted by advertisers during family gatherings in ads?
- How do advertisers use social proof to influence consumer decisions?
- What psychological reaction does scarcity in advertising exploit?
- How can advertising influence societal values?
- What is a common consumer response to modern advertising strategies?
- What future trend does the author predict for advertising?
Đáp án bài thi IELTS Reading
Multiple Choice
- A) To create brand awareness.
- C) It makes consumers more likely to choose the brand.
- B) Preference for familiar brands.
- C) Anger
- C) It creates trust and credibility.
- C) They create a sense of urgency.
- B) Fear of missing out
- A) It can create aspirations among consumers.
- A) Consumers’ growing skepticism towards advertising.
- A) There will be a greater emphasis on transparency.
True/False/Not Given
- False
- False
- True
- False
- False
Yes/No/Not Given
- No
- No
- Not Given
- Yes
- No
Matching Headings
- The power of brand awareness – Paragraph 2
- Emotional connections in advertising – Paragraph 3
- The role of social proof in consumer behavior – Paragraph 4
- The impact of scarcity and urgency – Paragraph 5
- Advertising and societal norms – Paragraph 6
- Modern consumer skepticism and the future of advertising – Paragraph 7
Sentence Completion
- recognize
- resonate
- trust
- urgency
- skepticism
- transparency
Short Answer Questions
- To inform, persuade, and remind consumers about products or services.
- The “mere exposure effect.”
- Warmth and togetherness.
- By showcasing testimonials, reviews, and endorsements.
- Fear of missing out (FOMO).
- By normalizing certain behaviors, attitudes, or lifestyles.
- Growing skepticism towards advertising.
- A greater emphasis on transparency and trust-building.
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