The document provides guidance on developing skills for the core exam paper. It outlines that there are three types of comprehension questions and emphasizes using synonyms and inferences to answer all question types. Specific advice is given on how to answer different style questions, including locating the required number of details or phrases based on the mark allocation. Sample comprehension questions are worked through as examples focusing on selecting appropriate synonyms. The importance of re-reading the entire passage before summarizing is also highlighted.