The key answer of exercise 3

1. pore
2. peruse
3. plough
4. dip
5. read up
6. cast an eye
7. scrutinise
8. flick through

(Suggested answers:)

1. to get to know the particular area
2. out of interest or boredom, while waiting in an office somewhere
3. because you have an exam and need to learn the material
4. to pick up on a few points of interest that catch your eye
5. because you're going to Australia or to a party where there will be a lot of Australlans and you want to be aware of a few things about their country / culture
6. to check whether there's anything of major significance
7. to make sure everything is exactly as you want, before signing it; or, if you're a lawyer, because it's your job to make sure everything is exactly right before the client signs it.
8. to check where they've been; if you're a border official, to make sure they have the right stamps or visa.