Q6: According to the information box on page 26, how does the writer wash herself since going no-soap?
The writer scrubs her body with a washcloth and water a few times.
Decide whether the statement about the writer is T / F / NG. Q4: b) The writer has not been using soap for over a year.
False (F)
Q1: a) What do people do when they join the no-soap movement?
They give up using soap (in the shower).
Decide whether the statement about the writer is T / F / NG. Q4: d) The writer does not enjoy taking showers.
Not Given (NG)
Q9: How has this experience improved the writer's skin?
The writer no longer has problems like dry and itchy skin and she now has softer and healthier skin.
Decide whether the statement about the writer is T / F / NG. Q4: c) The writer used to use unscented soap.
Not Given (NG)
Q5: If someone writes a rant, it means he or she ______ something.
criticises 評論 / 批評
Q2: Does the writer think people will have a positive or negative reaction to her decision to stop using soap? Give one reason from the text to support your answer.
The writer thinks that people will have a negative reaction because she thinks that people will not want to sit next to her on the MTR.
Decide whether the statement about the writer is T / F / NG. Q4: a) The writer takes a shower every day.
True (T)
Q8: According to paragraphs 3 to 5, what are the three benefits of showering without soap?
1. avoid chemicals 2. cheap 3. soft skin
Q7: How did the writer feel when she first started showering without soap?
The writer felt greasy and dirty and did not like the way she smelt.
Q3: b) What TWO other reasons does the writer mention?
1. Using soap will remove moisture from the body / cause dry skin. 2. Using too much soap will make your skin oily and result in pimples.
Q3: a) According to paragraph 3, what is the main reason why people should stop using soap?
People should stop using soap because it has dangerous chemicals in it that can affect our hormones.
Q1: b) What problems did the writer have before she joined the movement?
The writer's skin always felt dry and itchy, and she had spots on her back.