Actual Listening test vol 7

PART 1 Questions I-10

Complete the notes below.
Write ONE WORD AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.

lifeguard Application

Personal information

Name: Peter Smith

Address: 130 South Main Street, Lake 1 ey

Contactnumber:2 (cellphone)

Work experience: - eter ene coach - as a lifeguard
* hasapart-timejobasa3 attheS
° is studying PE now a 4 we owe
° hope to work in a high school as worked
Other relevant work experience:

Qualification for water safety:
¢ Good level of concentration
¢ Good vision
¢ Other relevant skills: 6

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Other information

¢ Preferred working time: 8 eee wen wen oee mornings

¢ He can start to work at 9 “—....... o’clock

° Source of information: 10 ey

PART 2 Questions 11-20 ` Questions 15-20

Questions 11-14 Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.

Label the map below. 15 What warning does the speaker give about cycling on the Elmsden Way?
Write the correct letter, A-I, next to Questions 11-14. A The roads usually have heavy traffic.
B Bad weather can cause problems.
The Elmsden Way
C There may be animals on the cycle path.»
yor P

16 What does the speaker say about Elmsden Station?

\ Road —— | A Itis a very busy station.
Railway Cece
\ " : B It has been modernized.
Cycle route — ~~
\ ° ị C It reopened recently.

RIVER ` ị s
: 17 In the Visitors’ Centre, people can
CLEVE \
| / A hire a bicycle.

\ B Duy refreshments.

\ RAILWAY LANGTON : C learn about local history.
LINE
` STATION
18 Ifcyclists want to travel between Elmsden and Langton by train,
ELMSDEN A they need to book in advance.
B they have to travel at the weekend.
STATION C they must pay an additional charge for their bicycle.

19 What warning does the speaker give about walking to the River Elm?
A It can take a long time to get back.
B There is nowhere to leave bicycles.
C The waterfall is inaccessible on foot.

11 rocks ¬—¬—. | ị| 20 To find out about other cycle paths in the region, you can

12 Corley nature reserve A. look in the local newspaper.

I3 Ashington china factory = = B check the radio station website.

14 Langton forest ewe ees ene ene C ring up the national cycle network.

PART 3 Questions 21-30 | Questions 26-30

Questions 21-25 Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.

What did the students say about each of the following volcanoes for their presentation? 26 In Erica’s view, what is wrong with Ian’s last presentation?
A He did not read loud enough.
Choose FIVE answers from the box and write the correct letter, A-G, next to Questions 21-25. B He did not understand the main reason
C He did not provide enough evidence.

Comment

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lete d
® "1Ð ïHGŒ AE > . a complete documenta
repeat other people’s studies P ụ ty
. . . B photographs included in the handouts
inaccurate information ‘
C Internet video clips
need first-hand material

need more details 28 By Byusuising extinct and dormant vol1canoes, th the students try to
no need to talk about i. t A distinguish between scientific and popular terms.
B distinguish between two different types of volcanoes.
check again C distinguish whether an eruption is about to happen.

Type of volcanoes

21 shieldvoleanoes 29 What did the professor say about Erica’s last presentation?
A She carried out an in-depth discussion with other students.
22 stratovolcanoes B She did not provide sufficient data.
C She did not fully develop a personal point.
23 rhyolite caldera complexes

24 monogenetic fields ee oer oe seee

25 cinder cones aero em ens ece

30 The students both agree that volcanoes
A. haven’t caused disastrous outcomes.

B cannot help to reshape the landscape.
C are not fully recognised for their values.

PART 4 Questions 31-40 _ |

Complete the notes below. PART 1 Questions I-10

Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer. Complete the notes below.
Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.

Dolphin Intelligence : Accommodation for Countryside Holiday

Point 1: Not highly intelligent | Holiday Detail
oliday Details
Research on the size of dolphin brains
e Preferred location: 1 + ˆo “6m. he S186
¢ Dolphins cannot find a way of escaping barriers such as fishing
for catching tuna.

wer oe reese eas

Small-brained animals such as pigeons and 33

complex tasks. - Special Requirements

— Pigeons are 34 of themselves. a ° Mustbe4 ..........

| ° AgoodS for children

° A6 Oe nearby

Counter argument Additional Requirements

¢ Fatty cells in dolphin brains are linked to protective function and problem- ¢ No stairs
solving skills. ° Prefera7 =- instead of a balcony

Point 2: highly intelligent 7 Personal Details

Research on dolphin behaviour a ° Name: Mrs 8

Billy can imitate the keepers’ 36 through other dolphins.

: Karen hides a 37

animals.

Each dolphin produces a unique sound, like the 39

They touch each other to make up after a 40

PART 2 Questions 11-20 Questions 16-20

Questions 11-15 What’s the responsibility of each temporary staff member?

Choose the correct answer, A, B or C. Choose FIVE answers from the box and write the correct letter, A-F, next to Questions 16—
20.
An Electronic Toy Company
Responsibilities
11 What point is made about the history of the company? A computer
A It was quickly established. B wage

B It took a long time to establish. C production
C It was set up by a relative. D maintenance

12 Why should the company recruit more temporary staff? , E_ research and development
A It plans to develop new products. F maintaining customer relationship
B_ The old staff are having an illness.
Staff
C It aims to meet the new demands of customers.
16 1st person
13 How long wIll the employees work in the company? wees eee enoee
17 2nd person
A afewweeks 920.0000 18 3rdperson ¬.......

Bhalfayear TIES nen espe eens
19 4th person cs
C indefinitely 20 5th person
20s

14 The largest number of positions are in the department of
A administration.
B_ production.
C package delivery.

15. What’s the current problem with the company?
A outdated machines
B inadequate skills
C late payment

PART 3 Questions 21-30 : Questions 27-30

Questions 21-26 What decision do the students make about each of the following parts of their essay?

Choose the correct answer, A, B or C. ị Choose FOUR answers from the box and write the correct letter, AF, next to Questions 27—

Project on Sports Shoes ị 30.

21 What did the students get from the website? Decisions
A. advice from others A. change the layout
B ideas to fulfil the project requirements B_ write it longer
C relevant information about the case C give a detailed example
D change to another part
22 What did Martin use as an example of the research? ‘
A He downloaded a diagram from the internet. E use simple language
B He took apart his old shoes. F write in the last part
C He borrowed a sample from the tutor.
Parts of the essay

27 Summary ............
28 Result
23 According to Martin, what other factors should be considered while designing shoes?
A foot shape 29 Conclusion
B foot movement
C raw materials 30 Discussion

24 What proportion of the essay does Martin suggest Rosie do?
A half |

B almost all

C every part

25. What will Martin and Rosie do this weekend?
A carry out a plan
B do some face-to-face interviews
C answer the questions

26 What help can the students get from the tutor?
A. borrow equipment
B get some advice
C have a tutorial

PART 4 Questions 31-40 PART 1 Questions I-10

Complete the notes below. Complete the notes below.
Write ONE WORD AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.
Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.
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African Clawed Frog (Xenopus Laevis)

Description:
¢ They have no tongue or external ears.
° Their skin is 31

The lowest price: 1£ - per person

° Male frogsare33 - the size of female frogs. Each participant willbe givenafree2 ~ at the end of the flight

The exact date can only be booked3 -

Habitats: The balloon can fly a maximum height of 4 ee ee rere s eee metres

° They prefer 34 Ce water.

° They live in oases or glacier-covered lakes.

° They live in a condition with a high level of 35 eve mene noves
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° In the condition of drought, they can survive in 36 for a long period eer cere eros
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of time.

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Diet:

° Theyusethesenseof37 - to capture food.

¢ They use their claws to tear apart ample food.

° They use their front feet andaunique38 =-

Nguy = A epee” et ỹ eo

Other information: regard them as 39
° People in some states of the USA ey properties.
¢ The mucus on their skin has 40

PART 2 Questions 11-20 _ Owestions 19 and 20

Questions [1-18 Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.

Complete the table below 19 In the Spring Festival competition, you can win

Ị A a family pass to ‘Balloons Down Under’.

Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer. | B acheque for $200.

Spring Festival / C a flight in a hot air balloon.

Event Location Date and Time Other Information 20 You can get an entry form for the competition from
Firework display A the radio station.
Near the 11 Pack a 12 and
ASeptember9 p.m. | 0 0 ut B the newspaper.
¬—— blanket ‘
C the festival’s website.

Display of 13 ee ee ef Central Park | daily Buses run from the town
centre every 14
minutes emo eee

The 15 ¬_____ Show Exhibition | 10-15 September 9
Centre a.m.—10 p.m.

oo in the 11-19 September
‘Grow Your Imagination’ 16

¬ . 1n the Saturday matinee
‘Swing in Spring’ 17 178&18 September
| performance at

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PART 3 Questions 21-30 Questions 27-30

Questions 21-22 | | What comment do the students make about the following practice?

Choose TWO letters, A-E. | Choose FOUR answers from the box and write the correct letter, A-G, next to Questions 27—

Which TWO points do the students most frequently make about their music background | 30.

before entering music schools?

A they had composed songs Comments
it is beneficial
B they had relevant music qualifications QB FAB »>
it is challenging but also enjoyable
C they played more than one instrument it helps to boost confidence
it is pleasant to hear
D they had played in public
it is time-consuming
E they had piano lessons - ‘
need to work effectively with others
Questions 23-24
it happens infrequently
Choose TWO letters, A-E.

Which TWO points do the students most frequently make about their music practice? Practice a ey
A they practised alone 27 Play solo

28 Choose a piece to play
B_ they practised every day 29 Play different musical genres

C they were motivated by fear 30 Play duet

D they did not have enough practice

E they enjoyed the challenge of playing complex pieces

Questions 25-26

Choose TWO letters, A-E.

Which TWO points do the students most frequently make about playing pieces that would be
assessed?

A they liked to hear others playing the same piece
B_ they wanted to play unknown pieces
C they played a piece by memory
D they played a piece selected by the tutor
E_ they played technical pieces

Test 3

PART 4 Questions 31-40 Questions 35—40

Questions 31-34 Complete the table below.
Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.
Choose the correct letter. A, B or C.
Building and date | Description Problem with design | Present use of the site

31 The speaker initially chose to do her research project on Dodds because she had
A wondered why interest in him was reviving. Mitten Hall Had a dome made of | Windows tended to g8 36 Nghe
B_ been intrigued by a local building. glass 5
C found his life extremely interesting. 1824-1826
Shopping centre DIfficult to make | asa38 (for
32 Dodds became an architect because Royal Arcade PP Ẻ fees
A_ he wanted to follow his father’s profession. 1832 deliveries modern stores)
B he wanted to depart from tradition. acclaimed for its
C he failed in his first choice of work. Morton Gaol
large 37............
33 The reason for Dodds returning to northeast England was that 1839
A he wanted to introduce a new style there. Had towers based No room for prisoners asa 40 "¬—
B there were more business opportunities there. . castle
C architects had a higher status there. to do 39
on mediev: al + c9 40 e1 & 6 1K.
34 Dodds became well-known nationally when he design
A won an important architectural award.
B_ was commissioned by the royal family.
C became head of a professional association.

PART 1 Questions I-10

Complete the table below.
Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.

Student Accommodation

Type Cost Contract
College: Single room
Standard: £3276 per year 36 weeks

en suite: 1 £ per year (Rooms are not available

(meals are not included) during the 2 )

Room with a family £150 per week — all inclusive A4 -

Private renting: From £275 to £490 per month 6 months
Additional costs (for this year) Need
Room in a shared house
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Oo T a 5 ° gas and electricity: 9

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PART 2 Questions 11-20 Questions 17-20

Questions 11-16 : Label the map below.

Choose the correct letter, A, B or C. ị Write the correct letter, A-G, next to Quesfions 17-20.

11. The park was originally the site of Hobson Park
A a forest.
B a lake. | |

C avolcano.

12 The two chiefs met in the area to |

A trade. ,

B end the fight. Winter Garden Museum F

C celebrate their victory. : m

13 The park was founded in B car park A
A 1840.
B 1842.
C 1942.

14 The area used for testing is the George Street Entry Wellington Entrance
A duck pond.
B formal gardens. 17 Plant nursery
C iron bridge. 18 Pine tree hill
19 Eagle mountain
15. Who provided the artwork to the village? 20 Food kiosk er)
A the city council eee eee een aes
B local residents see ee mee aene
C local museum

16 What is special about the Temperate House?
A it saves a large number of endangered New Zealand plants
B it accommodates newly discovered plants
C it collects plants from around the world

PART 3 Questions 21-30 Questions 26-30

Questions 21-25 What job opportunities are the following companies offering?
Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.
Choose FIVE answers from the box and write the correct letter, A-G, next to Questions 26—
30.

21. What skills does Peter want to learn? Job opportunities

A how to organise ideas A ke busi tact

B_ how to handle data MAKE BUSINESS COMLACTS
. B_ understand customer relations

C how to write a business proposal

.22 What is Peter’s main strength?. C i cam timac management

A he isa good leader ‘ D_ use a foreign language

B he can work long hours E travel to another country

C he can communicate well with many people eo nancial training
G learn project management

23. What will the careers officer help Peter with? Companies THaIqaIAT..
A CV
26 SAI wee eee eee ene
B personal statement 27 Gemini Technologies

C school application form 28 Deloitte
29 Kearney
30 Vortex Ce ay

24 Why did Peter choose the IT business? ee ey
A. to update his knowledge in the area
B to be good at presentations
C to prepare himself for lectures

25 What will Peter do for the next term?
A continue with the same language
B change to another language
C discontinue the language course

PART 4 Questions 31-40 PART 1 Questions I-10

Complete the notes below. Question s 1-6
Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.

Complete the notes below.

A museum in Japan Write ONE WORD AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.

e The museum accommodates a diverse range of artworks.

ES, MEE, SELES
Employment Agency: Possible | Jobs
° The design was basedonaChinese32 the architect knew.

¢ Visitors can approach the museum througha33 - and over a bridge.

¢ After getting into the building,aglass34 - can be noticed immediately. ‘ First Job
â Job title: 1
 Visitors feellikebeng35 because of the light.

Advantages of underground houses: ¢ Type ofmagazine: weekly2 magazine
+ Hours per week: 3 hours
> There ts less 36 ..... ơ
 Theyareatalowerriskof37 . ° Starting salary: 4 £ ii a month
¢ They do better in energy conservation.
Second Job
Disadvantages of underground houses:
° Job HS: 5 ...........
° People may feel they do not haveenough38 ~ (but they are already used * Hours per week: 45 hours
to 39 shopping centres). to construct underground buildings. ¢ Starting salary: £7200 a month
¢ Source of information: 6
¢ Places suffering from 40 cannot be used

Questions 7-10 PART 2 Questions 11-20

What is the man’s attitude towards the position of writer in the following different fields? Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.

Write the correct letter, A, B or C, next to Questions 7-10. Muna Island

Att; 11 How much should visitors tip taxi drivers on the island?
ttitudes A as much as they feel right

A very interested in B no tip ae at all
© 10% tp
B - slightly interested in

Field C not interested in 12 What is mentioned about the medical service on the island?...

ields . A It will be charged.

Sports B Visitors should contact their insurance company.

8 Entertainment C Visitors have to find the hotel doctor.

Soap drama °eˆ 6 8 S0 1 1e, SƠ 13. The tour guide says the tap water
10 Business Economy magazine ome eee ro osree A contains no mineral.
B is unsafe.
Chas an unusual taste.

14 What point is made about bottled water?
A Itis expensive.
B. The bottle is not always sealed.
C Itisn’t sold everywhere.

15 What feature is mentioned about the bus on the island? PART 3 Questions 21-30
A frequent Questions 21—24
B not punctual
C not comfortable Complete the notes below.
Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.
16 How can visitors know the destination of the bus on the island?
Possible Course Change
A. find it in front of the bus
Name of student: Sally Layman -
B check it with the driver
C find it at the bus stop Current course: 2 ee ay

17 What does the tour guide advise visitors to do before renting a car? Time started: “MA
A find a taxi company
B go to the hotel reception Courses inferestedin: lstchoice23
C compare the price in advance 2nd choice 24

18 When they rent a car, it’s important for visitors to know Questions 25—28
A the mileage is limited.
B_ what is included in the price. Complete the table below.
C fuel is included in the price. Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.

19 How can visitors find a taxi easily? Problem Strategies tried Further strategies suggested
A call the taxi company Recording the lectures
B look for a taxi in advance Find25 = Talking to the tutor Join other studentsina26 =-
C stop a taxi on the street More background reading
27 Arrange meetings in advance
20 What is suggested by the tour guide about the taxi fee?
A make sure no extra money is asked Bad assignment | 28 ~-
B_ check what is included in the fee
C agree the price with the driver in advance Questions 29-30

Complete the notes below.
Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.

Date fornext meeting:29 - at 3.30 p.m.
Meet with: 30 « 1ˆ 8 em 1Ð ke 8e

Test 5

PART 4 Questions 31-40 Questions 37-40

Questions 31-36
Which UK projects have the following features?
Complete the notes below.
Write the correct letter, A, B or C, next to Questions 37-40.
Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.
Projects
;
A Mole Manor
B Hockerton
ŒC both Mole Manor and Hockerton

EKarth-sheltered Housing

Advantages: Features

° hasa3l - on the environment 37 favourable reaction

¢ increased use of energy-efficient 32 ey technologies 38 self-sufficiency in energy weer ener enae
¢ can have a very long 33
39 low building costs TS

* easy to maintain 40 luxurious accommodating ae ewe ees erone

* nonoise fromthe 34 outside (a big problem in many conventional

homes)

»° health benefits from advanced methods of 35.

Earth-sheltered housing in the UK:

° no longer difficult to get planning permission

¢ more likely to get approval for development in 36 areas

* may replace mobile homes on the coast

PART 1 Questions 1-10

Complete the notes below.
Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.

About the Fees

For short-day caring:

a for children under 2 years old.

¢ Meals aren’t included.

¢ There are 2 `... t1 11 & 1“ e 1ˆ hours of free caring (one week).

About the Centre 3
teaching.
¢ The centre has its own playground and offers outdoor
¢ Teachers in the centre have experience in 4 eee eet e en ees
¢ Like other centres, it has a weekly 5 saeroseceeone

About the Staff

* For some activities, the staff need to bring 7 Oe ae) , Sunglasses and sun

cream.

¢ They also should bring a 8 for each child.

° All staff have to provide a medical 9 from the doctor.

Contact Details Avenue, Walkley
¢ Address: NO.75, 10

PART 2 Questions 11-20 Questions 17 and 18

Questions 11—16 Choose TWO letters, A-E.

Choose the correct letter. A, B or C. Which TWO facilities does the resort centre provide?
A 24-hour café
Coconut Beach Resort B free bus transfer
C tourist shop
11 Who are suitable for Coconut Beach Resort? D car transfer
A backpackers E tour booking office
B couples
C families with children Questions 19 and 20

12 Which type of room does Anna prefer? Choose TWO letters, A—E.
A room with a spa bath
B room with a private beach In the tour of visiting educational aboriginal tribe, visitors can
C room with an individual pool A learn about aboriginal history.
B_ watch blanket weaving.
13 Which facility was recently built? C meet the artists.

A picnic area D enjoy local traditional dancing.
B golf shop E learn about medicines.
C horse ranch for horse riding

14 What impressed Anna most?
A town
B rainforest
C waterfall

15 Why do the visitors like the rainforest exploration?
A It suits all ages.
B It is excellent for guiding.
C It is the most interesting activity.

16 The Sound of the Birds is only opened on
A Mondays and Tuesdays
B Thursdays and Fridays
C Weekends

PART 3 Questions 21-30 PART 4 Questions 31-40

Complete the notes below. Questions 31-33

Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer. Choose the correct letter. A, B or C.

Archaeology Course 31 What impact does Marc Prensky believe digital technology has had on young people?
A It has altered their thinking patterns.
Module 1 Dr Morris sessions B It has harmed their physical development.
Lectures and practical C It has limited their brain capacity.
Title: method: Based on processes

Lecturer: ¢ recordi.ng 32 ‘Digital immigrants’ tend to access computers
Learning
Content: A using their native language.

+ interpretation B less efficiently than young people.
° display C for less important information.

33. What example is given of having a ‘digital accent’?
A having less effective typing skills
B doing things the old-fashioned way
C being unable to understand instructions

Assessment:

Module 2 and development of built environments
Title: examination
Lecturer:
Content:

Assessment:

Module 3 Method and Science si rrr
Title: Dr Thompson
Lecturer: Standard techniques in fieldwork and analysis
Content:

is to be announced later)