Month: April 2024

  • IELTS Listening Practice Test – Exercise 75

    Part 1: Questions 1-10
    Complete the notes below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.

    BIRMINGHAM EXHIBITION
    Open in: (1) 
    Length of exhibition: (2) 
    A wide range of manufacturers will be showcased.
    Some cars are available to observe and others are for (3) 
    The (4)  is prohibited to take into the museum.
    Every ticket includes one fere photo.
    Price of the ticket: (5) £  (in advance).
    Transfer to Mark (6)  (Box Office Manager).
    Held in the (7)  Palace this year.
    Not far from (8) 
    Website: www. (9)  .com.
    Best way to contact: (10) 

    Part 2: Questions 11-15
    Choose the correct letter, A, B, or C.

    11. How many patients does the hospital consult every year?
     A 3,000.
     B 5,000.
     C 11,000.

    12. When can patients meet the female doctor?
     A On weekday mornings.
     B Three days a week.
     C Only on Mondays and Fridays.

    13. Who is the expert on treating hearing loss?
     A Mr. Roberts.
     B Mr Green.
     C Mr. Edwards.

    14. Where are patients recommended to buy their medicine?
     A The supermarket in the town.
     B Pharmacies nearby the city centre.
     C The health care’s pharmacy.

    15. What will the patients be asked about whether they are willing to do?
     A Letting one student attend the consultation.
     B Asking postgraduate students to do treatment.
     C Meeting students in group discussion.

    Questions 16-20
    Label the map below. Write the correct letter, A-H, next to questions 16-20.

    16. Reception 
    17. Mr. Green’s room 
    18. Medical Records Office 
    19. Surgery Room 
    20. Manager’s Office 

    Part 3: Questions 21-25
    What is the main opinion of each of the following people?

    Choose FIVE answers from the box and write the correct letter, A-G, next to questions 21-25.

    Opinions

    A lightning restrictions
    B alternative lighting
    C reduce the number of insects
    D decline in the number of species
    E climate changes
    F impacts on the growth of animals
    G impacts on water quality

    21. Ken Simpson 
    22. Dave Kepler 
    23. Sharon Grey 
    24. Maria Jackson 
    25. Barbara Swallow 

    Questions 26 and 27
    Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.

    26. What does Jim think about the difference among species in natural and artificial light?
     A It makes no difference.
     B Species will die out in natural light.
     C Species will die out in artificial light.

    27. One reason why Jim and Jane felt unsatisfied about the theories discussed in the lecture was that
     A governments didn’t increase any spending on them.
     B most theories had nothing to do with the exam.
     C many theories lack solid proof in the field.

    Questions 28-30
    Choose THREE letters, A-G.

    Which THREE topics are they interested in studying in the future?

     A quality of life tourism
     В wildlife park animals
     С migration birds
     D animals living in rural areas
     E animals living in tropical climate
     F the impact of different environment on animals
     G pandas in the zoo

    Part 4: Questions 31 and 32
    Choose TWO letters, A-E

    Which TWO aspects did the new rules at the end of the 19th century focus on?
     A cooperation
     В competition
     С moral values
     D player’s physical protection
     E business model

    Questions 33-40
    Complete the sentences below. Write ONLY ONE WORD for each answer.

    Football in the UK

    • At present the main reason why UK schools push football education is the pressure from (33) 
    • Prior to the 19th, football players used different (34)  of rules.
    • People attempted to standardise the rules from the whole (35)  , known as the ‘Cambridge Rules’ in 1848.
    • Attendences were increasing due to the improvement of infrastructure and the (36)  system.
    • Football became popular and it is regarded as a (37)  event.
    • The football clubs were responsible for most of the (38)  and development for the football association.
    • (39)  against other teams were also organised by the football clubs.
    • In 1910s, (40)  football players were approved of in the game.

  • IELTS Listening Practice Test – Exercise 74

    Part 1: Questions 1-10
    Complete the notes below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS OR A NUMBER.

    Plan for sharing accommodation

    The discussion topic: lease for next year

    The total rent: Peter £110 & Jim £ (1) 
    Car parking: in the (2) 
    A place to buy things: (3)  because Jim works there
    The fees they should share: (4)  fees
    The appliances needed: the landlord will provide the microwave
    The (5)  is needed in the kitchen
    Peter will bring some dining room and living room furniture
    Jim will buy a (6)  at the store
    Location of the telephone: in the (7) 
    Move-in date: (8) 
    Watching the game together: (9) 
    What Jim need to do before move-in: take (10)  in the morning

    Part 2: Questions 11 and 12
    Complete the sentences below. Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.

    11. The program is made for travelers to make 
    12. The program operates in cooperation with 

    Questions 13-16

    What is the internship stipulation of each country below?
    Choose FOUR answers from the box and write the correct letter, A-F, next to questions 13-16.

    Internship Stipulation
    A. home stay
    B. no summer program
    C. minimum time requirement
    D. formal report required
    E. specific time period
    F. agriculture

    Country
    13. USA 
    14. Australia 
    15. South Africa 
    16. India 

    Questions 17-20
    Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.

    17. What should you do to get the Global Traveling Certificate?
     A Record activity every day.
     B Formal report.
     C Talk the experience with the assessor.

    18. You can apply for the certificate
     A only after you come back.
     B while on the trip.
     C before you leave.

    19. When should you pay the final installment?
     A The day before you leave.
     B One month before you return.
     C Before you can get your plane ticket.

    20. Before your application, you need
     A to take a health check.
     B to attend the workshop.
     C to meet people with whom you will work.

    Part 3: Questions 21-30
    Complete the table below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR NUMBER for each answer.

    TopicInformation source
    (21)…………………………..check at the (22)………………..
    Views on (23)…………………interview the manager of (24)……………….
    Practice of (25)………………..find relevant information from the (26)……………….
    How to deliver the planas an (27)…………………
    Date of giving presentationon (28)………………..
    Schedule of items duefirst phase: (29)……………..
    final phase: group (30)……………….

    (21)                       (22) 
    (23)                      (24) 
    (25)                      (26) 
    (27)                      (28) 
    (29)                      (30) 

    Part 4: Questions 31-40
    Complete the notes below. Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.

    The Gherkin Building

    Commissioned by: (31)  firm called Foster and Partners.

    The features of its appearance:
    • Its shape is like a (32) 
    • It can reduce the carbon (33)  of the city.
    • It lets (34)  pass through the building, both reducing heating costs and brightening up the workspace.
    • One false story claimes that the exterior of the building is partly made of (35) 

    Architectural concept:
    • links (36)  with the workplace.
    • relies less on (37)  for temperature control than other similar buildings.

    The features of its interior:
    • The atria that let fresh air pass through the interior are know as (38) 
    • There is a place for entertainment called the (39)  at the top of the building.

    The future of urban planning and architecture:
    • It is likely that the entire (40)  will be designed with more similarly eco-friendly buildings in future.
    • A new building will be constructed aiming to produce zero waste and remove carbon dioxide from us as much as possible.

  • IELTS Listening Practice Test – Exercise 73

    Part 1: Questions 1-10
    Complete the notes below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.

    Registration form
    Type of crime report: Robbery
    Name: Anna (1) 
    Date of birth: (2) 
    Address: 4, (3)  street
    Post code: (4) 
    Nationality: Grenadian
    Number of previous burglaries: (5) 
    Time of apartment tenancy: (6) 
    Number of occupants: (7) 
    Entry point of burglar: (8) 
    Details of lost property:
    Serial number of lost computer: (9) 
    Material of stolen purse: (10) 

    Part 2: Questions 11-14
    Choose the correct letter A, B or C.

    11. What is the project that Mark and Gina want to start?
     A Business school requirements.
     B Directions to the business school.
     C Explaining the business school experience.

    12. Who is the target audience?
     A Business students.
     B Business school applicants.
     C Summer school attendees.

    13. How will they convey the information?
     A Summer course lecture.
     B Informational video.
     C Pamphlet in the mail.

    14. They want to do this project because
     A students worry about their studies.
     B they want to obtain a good grade.
     C they want to attract future business school applicants.

    Questions 15-20
    Complete the table below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.

    TopicTime
    – Academics –
    – (15)…………………..
    7 minutes
    – (16)…………………..
    – Cafeteria
    – (17)…………………
    6 minutes
    – Social activity
    – (18)……………….
    – (19)……………….
    8 minutes
    Conclusionnearly (20)……………..

    (15)                  (16) 
    (17)                  (18) 
    (19)                 (20) 

    Part 3: Questions 21-26
    Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.

    21. The subjects in questionnaire are
     A tourists in the hotel in this area.
     B local residents.
     C people who are living in this area.

    22. The results of the questionnaire should be
     A directly entered into the computer.
     B scored by hand.
     C submitted directly to Professor Curran.

    23. Why should John give a copy of plans to the professor?
     A To receive a good grade.
     B To get advice.
     C To earn high praise.

    24. How will the instructions be presented?
     A Given by a group representative.
     B Given by all members of the group.
     C Given by the professor.

    25. What does Dani suggest to John when those subjects receive the questionnaire?
     A Divide into 2 part to argue.
     B Focus on the opinion of the interviewees.
     C Take consideration of both sides.

    26. Why is this project particularly important to John?
     A To earn respect from professors in the department.
     B To raise his grade.
     C To impress his professor.

    Questions 27-30

    What is the source of each one below in this survey?

    Choose FOUR answers from the box and write the letters A-F next to questions 27-30.

    A radio
    B council meeting
    C the television
    D newspaper
    E journal
    F the Internet

    27. Map 
    28. Photo 
    29. Budget 
    30. Comment 

    Part 4: Questions 31-35
    Choose the correct letter, A, B, or C.

    31. Why did the lecturer choose to focus on the Pleasanton Town Market?
     A It was the first ever Town Market.
     B It has been covered extensively in local history classes.
     C It is often mentioned in some literature of the library.

    32. The Town Market originally made a large profit selling
     A handcrafts.
     B vegetables.
     C animals.

    33. The money that the marketers made contributes to local
     A reconstruction.
     B development.
     C defense.

    34. Market sales plummeted due to lack of viable
     A agriculture.
     B transport.
     C city planning.

    35. Major John C. Wiley decided the Clock tower would be used as a ____________ in the early stages of the uprising.
     A clock
     B grounds for battle
     C jail

    Questions 36-40
    Complete the table below. Write ONLY ONE WORD for each answer.

    Research methodObjectsProblems
    Reference section(36)………………there is too much information
    (37)………………….Rebellionbias makes it (38)…………………
    (39)…………………….Jim Wileythe information is insufficient
    Newspaper archives(40)………………more details is needed

    (36)                   (37) 
    (38)                   (39) 
    (40) 

  • IELTS Listening Practice Test – Exercise 72

    Part 1: Questions 1-6
    Complete the notes below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS.

    Robert Goddard

    Destination: Melbourne
    Total number of visits: (1) 
    Best thing about the city: (2) 
    Favorite attraction: (3) 
    Best thing about destination’s dining options: (4) 
    Method of transport to destination: by (5) 
    Age group: (6) 
    Income level: (7) 
    Purpose of visit: on business
    (8) 
    Occupation: (9) 
    Opinion of cost of accommodation: (10) 

    Part 2: Questions 11-15
    Complete the map below. Write the correct letter A-E next to questions 11-15.

    11. Science Museum 
    12. National History Museum 
    13. Car Park 
    14. Shopping Mall 
    15. Primary School 

    Questions 16-20
    What is the improvement of each main point of interest in the area?

    Choose FIVE answers from the box and write the correct letter, A-G, next to questions 16-20.

    A New entrance
    B Free lunch provided
    C Free information provided
    D Increase in size
    E Additional signs
    F New exhibitions
    G New structure

    16. Car Park 
    17. Primary School 
    18. Science Museum 
    19. National History Museum 
    20. Shopping Mall 

    Part 3: Questions 21-23
    Choose correct letter A, B or C.

    21. The proposal will
     A be reviewed by two examiners.
     B be added to the final grade.
     C be returned with feedback.

    22. The proposal will consist mostly of
     A topics.
     B methods.
     C results.

    22. For the practice paper, the tutor has directed the students to make sure to
     A pay attention to time limits.
     B write at least 6,000 words.
     C keep on topic.

    Questions 24-30
    Complete the sentences below. Write ONE WORD AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.

    24. There is no need to  lots of people.
    25. Pay attention to the  of the final report.
    26. Prepare  , one for the teaches, another for the students themselves.
    27. The deadline of the final paper is 
    28. The students can  their topics before the beginning of April.
    29. Students deciding to change topics must deliver a  to the research in advance.
    30. At the beginning of the report, the hypothesis and an outline of the  are needed.

    Part 4: Questions 31-40
    Complete the notes below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.

    The advertising effect
    The important factor to consider
    • The (31)  customers must travel affects the probability that they will buy the product.

    Methods of communication
    • Advertising slogans are easier to remember if there is a (32)  played with them.
    • Mandy’s Candy Store appeals to people’s sense of (33)  to draw in customers.
    • To an ad campaign for digital products, it is (34)  that is extremely important.

    Effect on your product sales
    • The customer’s (35)  after he or she experiences the ad is most important.

    Marketing strategies
    • On international flights, it is wise for the advertisement to be displayed in the common (36)  of most passengers.
    • Very few young people buy (37) 
    • The UNESCO website would be a good place to advertise for companies aiming to improve the (38) 
    • One good location to place ads for sunscreen is the (39) 
    • A good scene for a water purification commercial would be (40) 

  • IELTS Listening Practice Test – Exercise 71

    Part 1: Questions 1-5
    Complete the sentences below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/ OR A NUMBER.

    1. Keep your  in a safe place throughout your visit.
    2. Pass through the  to enter and leave the museum.
    3. You need to buy a  if you want to use a camera in the museum.
    4. Look after your  and mobile phone.
    5. Arrive at the cinema about  before the start of the show.

    Questions 6-10
    Complete the table below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/ OR A NUMBER for each answer.

    Name of filmTimeWhat you will see
    The Secrets of Nile10 amthe first (6)……………….along the rive Nile
    (7)………………….Ocean11.45 amlife at the bottom of the sea
    Dinosaurs Alive(8)……………….a re-creation of a (9)…………………of dinosaur
    Arabia2.30 pma trip across the (10)…………………and a dive in the Red Sea

    (6)                    (7) 
    (8)                    (9) 
    (10) 

    Part 2: Questions 11-17
    Choose the correct letter A, B or C.

    11. The main purpose of the service is to
     A educate people
     B persuade people to fly
     C provide people with comfort

    12. The number of people working at Sydney Airport is
     A 200
     B 360
     C 440

    13. Dogs are chosen according to
     A their ability to stay calm
     B their friendliness
     C their skill at locating narcotics

    14. The number of postal items processed last year amounted to
     A 4,400
     B 52,000
     C 72,000

    15. People carrying items that are not allowed
     A will get arrested
     B will be refused on board
     C will be given a warning

    16. Which of the following is NOT allowed to be taken on the flight?
     A carry-on items
     B plant seeds
     C parcels

    17. What is the proper security protocol for a pocket knife found in a carry-on suitcase?
     A it is returned to the passenger after examination
     B it is thrown away in a safe receptacle
     C it is passed on to higher level authorities

    Questions 18-20
    Complete the sentences below. Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.

    18. The acceptable material for packing goods in Australia is 
    19. The belongings most of the time are refused due to problems with the 
    20. The customs must be given notice of the goods from  days before it arrives in Australia.

    Part 3: Questions 21-30
    Choose the correct letter A, B or C.

    21. The continuing education program is for people who
     A want to learn new hobbies
     B want to start getting another degree
     C cannot find employment elsewhere

    22. The woman is interested in
     A making money to travel the world
     B learning about accounting
     C being an entrepreneur

    23. The city centre is accessible by public transportation but
     A is under renovation now
     B does not offer as many classes
     C is more expensive

    24. The woman takes care of her ill father during
     A weekends
     B the evening
     C normal working hours

    25. The man finally suggests taking classes
     A through the internet
     B at the city centre campus
     C at the suburban satellite campus

    26. The class for returning students teaches time management techniques like
     A how to organize and use one’s time efficiently
     B how to talk to your teachers
     C making friends in class

    27. The class that reviews study skills goes over
     A beginning English grammar
     B basic math skills
     C writing for academic classes

    28. According to the dialogue, the woman can go online in order to
     A email fellow students
     B contact teachers
     C sign up for classes

    29. The price of online classes is
     A the same as everything else
     B cheaper than going to either campus
     C more expensive than going to the city centre campus

    30. Textbooks and other course materials are
     A free when taking the online course
     B available at campus bookstores
     C available online

    Part 4: Questions 31-37
    Complete the notes below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/ OR A NUMBER for each answer.

    Source

    31. There are some man-made materials like 
    32. Before being used, material undergoes 
    33. Wood should be cut and 
    34. Stone should be cut and 

    Selection

    35. Aside from environmental factors, one should take  into account during construction.
    36. Some properties of materials affect mood, such as  , texture, and color.
    37. Use a mathematical formula to choose the type of wood, because  are subjective, which are ambiguous in verbal descriptions

    Questions 38-40
    Complete the table below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/ OR A NUMBER for each answer.

    MaterialReflectance rate
    Polished silveralmost 1.0
    White painted plasticapproximately (38)……………….
    Quarry tileapproximately (39)……………….
    (40)……………………..almost 0.0


    (38) 
    (39) 
    (40) 

  • IELTS Listening Practice Test – Exercise 70

    Part 1: Questions 1-6
    Complete the notes below. Write NO MORE THAN ONE WORD AND/ OR A NUMBER for each answer.

    Small claims tribunal – Claim form
    Claimant’s name: Emily-Jane Appleby

    Address: 1 Yeronga Street, (1) 
    Postcode: 4105
    Telephone No. (home): (2) 
    Respondent: (3) 
    Trading name: ABC appliances ltd
    Address: (4)  avenue, Bardon
    Postcode: (5) 
    Telephone no. (work): 72324681
    Date (of transaction): 3/2/2011
    Warranty: (6) 

    Questions 7-10
    Complete the notes below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/ OR A NUMBER for each answer.

    Full particulars of claim
    Good: (7)  – (‘Mallard’ brand, ‘Whisper’ model, serial no. XY303)

    Agreed to pay: (8) £ 

    Good delivered on 5/3/2011

    ABC appliances picked up the trade in on the same date.

    Salesman said: Mallard Whisper model
    • Uses less energy because it has shorter cycle
    • Reduces the amount of (9)  used
    • Whisper quiet

    Complaint: the cycle is longer and the appliance is very (10) 

    Part 2: Questions 11-14
    Complete the sentences below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.

    11. The coach is comfortable because it is 
    12. After all passengers are aboard, the coach will make its first stop at  Island
    13. The ‘Tree top walk’ is above a 
    14. Passengers will have a  with the alpacas before boarding the bus for home.

    Questions 15-20
    Complete the table below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/ OR A NUMBER for each answer.

    (15)                   (16) 
    (17)                   (18) 
    (19)                  (20) 

    Part 3: Questions 21-25
    Answer the questions below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.

    21. According to the liaison officer, what do volunteers help provide? 
    22. What can volunteers help students check and correct? 
    23. What aspects of students’ self-management can volunteers assist greatly with improving? 
    24. What will volunteers try to develop in the students so that they exert themselves more? 
    25. What is it that teachers have that allows them to respond to individual student requirements?

    Many different 

    Questions 26-30
    Complete the summary below using the phrases from the box.

    Sharon and Lester have different (26)  Sharon studied business while Lester studied science. They are volunteering to help out at a school which is increasing its students’ (27)  in a number of subject areas. The (28)  programme is well underway. It’s a well equipped school and the liaison officer is particularly impressed by the (29)  The school offers many things to do outside the curriculum and students are encouraged to take part in (30) 

    A vocational learning experiences
    B practical components
    C self learning software
    D academic backgrounds
    E marine studies
    F interesting developments
    G scholastic competitions
    H building and construction

    Part 4: Questions 31-33
    Complete the sentences below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.

    31. Someone in an anxiety state has worse  than normal.
    32. A phobia may stem from heredity or 
    33. The reason for the final breakdown is generally linked with  like the loss of a loved one or a health crisis.

    Questions 34-40
    Match the phobic state in the box to the symptoms below.

    Choose your answers from the box and write the letters A-D next to questions 34-40.

    Phobic States
    A Single Phobia
    B Agoraphobia
    C Claustrophobia
    D Social phobia

    The sufferer:

    34. Feels extremely shy in company 
    35. Likes to sleep with the lights on 
    36. Fears leaving the house 
    37. Gets sweaty hands 
    38. Fears a particular creature 
    39. Fears small spaces 
    40. Has difficulty speaking in front of other people 

  • IELTS Listening Practice Test – Exercise 69

    Part 1: Questions 1-5
    Complete the notes below. Write ONE WORD AND OR A NUMBER for each answer.

    Celebrating 20 years

    Budget for meal: (1) $ 

    Meal C: cost – $50 per head
    Consists of prawns, and seafood platter with (2)  and oysters

    Meal D: cost – (3) $ 
    Consists of (4)  with (5)  soup, dessert and coffee

    Questions 6-10
    Choose the correct letter A, B or C.

    6. The function will take place on the
     A 14th
     B 18th
     C 20th

    7. It will start at
     A 7 pm
     B 7.30 pm
     C 8 pm

    8. The dress code will be
     A smart casual
     B formal
     C casual

    9. Guests can
     A smoke freely
     B not smoke
     C smoke in special places

    10. Guests should bring a
     A card
     B gift
     C large box

    Part 2: Questions 11-15
    Fill in the timeline.

    Choose FIVE answers from the list and write the correct letter A-F next to questions 11-15.

    (11)                   (12) 
    (13)                  (14) 
    (15) 

    Questions 16-20
    Complete the sentences. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.

    Changes to University Plaza
    16. Instead of concrete, the paths will be 
    17. The rear corner will have 
    18. The left hand strip will have a 
    19. In the middle, there will be 
    20. The walls will have 

    Part 3: Questions 21-26
    Complete the table below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.

    PhysicistName of significant workReason for significance
    Galileo(21)………………..It (22)…………………..
    Newton(23)…………………..It (24)…………………..
    Einstein(25)…………………..It (26)…………………..

    (21)                (22) 
    (23)                (24) 
    (25)                (26) 

    Questions 27-30
    Choose the correct letter G, N or E. NB you may use a letter more than once.

    Which scientist does each person think was the greatest?
    27. Steve 
    28. David 
    29. Susan 
    30. Peter 

    G Galileo
    N Newton
    E Einstein

    Part 4: Questions 31 and 32
    Choose the correct letter A, B or C.

    31. ‘Echo’ is an example of a
     A brand name
     B model name
     C symbol

    32. Calvin Klein and Sara Lee
     A are very popular
     B are nice sounding names
     C have many products

    Questions 33-35
    Choose THREE answers from the list and write the correct letter A-F next to questions 33-35.

    What type of name does each company use?

    33. Amazon 
    34. Safe and Sleek 
    35. Kodak 

    Type of name
    A Acronym
    B Descriptive
    C Evocative
    D Founders’ names
    E Neologism
    F Rhyming

    Questions 36-40
    Complete the table below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.

    ProductLogo/ symbolImage
    Marlboroa cowboysponsorship of (36)………………..
    Nike (37)…………….a single tickpower, speed, (38)………………….
    Rolex watchesa (39)………………….solid, smart, reliable
    Calvin Klein jeanthe nameput forward by a series of (40)……………advertisements

    (36)                  (37) 
    (38)                  (39) 
    (40) 

  • IELTS Listening Practice Test – Exercise 68

    Part 1: Questions 1-4
    Choose the correct letter A, B or C.

    Types of membership – 2

    1. How much is the life-time membership of the Society?
     A £1,535
     B £1,935
     C £1,537

    2. How much does the ordinary membership cost per year?
     A £293
     B £396
     C £193

    3. What are the opening times on week-days?
     A 9 am to 10 pm
     B 10 am to 9 pm
     C 10 am to 5 pm

    4. What is the arts programme at the Society like?
     A limited
     B wide
     C interesting

    Questions 5-10
    Complete the notes below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER.

    Name Margaret (5) 
    Address 55 (6) 
    Postcode (7) 
    Work number 0207 895 2220 Extension (8) 
    Payment terms by (9) 
    Guest restrictions one per (10) 

    Part 2: Questions 11 and 12
    Choose TWO letters A-E.

    What TWO changes to the organization of this year’s festival are mentioned?
     A free parking
     B free refreshments
     C new uniforms
     D free concert
     E large tents

    Questions 13-15
    Complete the table below. Write NO MORE THAN ONE WORD AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.

    TeamsPurposeMeeting pointTime
    Beach timepick up litterbeach (13)…………..8 am
    Town teamarrange (14)………………village hall(15)…………….am

    (13) 
    (14) 
    (15) 

    Questions 16-20
    Choose the correct letter A, B or C.

    16. What does the speaker say about the judges in the competitions?
     A Most people judging will have some experience
     B None of the judges will have experience
     C Every judge will be experienced

    17. The winner in each of the competitions will
     A be given vouchers
     B be awarded a cash prize
     C receive book-tokens

    18. The profits from the marathon will be given to the Children’s Hospital to help
     A buy new specialist equipment
     B decorate the hospital wards
     C provide books for the children

    19. Wardens will be needed at the car park because
     A they helped organize the parking well last year
     B the parking last year was disorganized
     C they will be needed to collect parking fees

    20. Bags will be provided by the council
     A for all the rubbish
     B only for food rubbish
     C only for material that can be recycled

    Part 3: Questions 21-23
    Choose the correct letter A, B or C.

    21. In the practice exams, the students did
     A two exams altogether
     B seven exams in total
     C eleven exams in total

    22. Adam thinks that essay papers are
     A inappropriate for assessing theoretical medical knowledge
     B not good for assessing practical medical knowledge
     C suitable for testing theoretical medical knowledge

    23. Mary criticizes multiple-choice questions, because
     A they require detailed instructions
     B they benefit women more than men
     C they favour men rather than women

    Questions 24 and 25
    Choose TWO letters A-E.

    Which TWO aspects of the role-play examination are mentioned?
     A the rest stations
     B 24 test stations
     C the recording
     D the examiners
     E the simulated patients

    Questions 26-30
    Complete the summary below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.

    In the problem-solving tests, students had to work in groups of four people and (26)  to solve a problem. As they discussed the problem, (27)  watched them. As well as assessing the ability to speak, the problem-solving tested if people can (28)  , organize their thoughts and demonstrate they can be part of a (29)  Re-sits of the final exams are held in September. After that any problems are dealt with by (30) 

    Part 4: Questions 31-33
    Choose the correct letter A, B or C.

    31. The Indian Ocean differs from the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans
     A by being closed in to the north
     B by being warmer than both
     C by extending into cold regions

    32. Approximately how much of the world’s total ocean area does the Indian Ocean constitute?
     A 7%
     B 20%
     C 25%

    33. The island of Madagascar is
     A the tip of a submerged ridge
     B the result of a volcanic eruption
     C structurally part of the continent of Africa

    Questions 34 and 35
    Complete the sentences below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.

    34. Oceanographers and meteorologists are monitoring changes in the Indian ocean’s temperature and 
    35. An assessment is being made of the impact of the changes on low-lying  and 

    Questions 36-40
    Complete the flow-chart below. Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer .

    Data Processing

    Step 1: Ship off Antarctica

    Step 2: Buoys anchored at sea

    Step 3: Five buoys off Antarctica which are (36)………….and icebergs

    Step 4: Satellites recording the (37)……………of icebergs

    Step 5: (38)……………data received at institute

    Step 6: Constantly processed by a (39)…………of computers

    Step 7: Data collated

    Step 8: Then analysed by (40)……………around the world

    (36)                   (37) 
    (38)                   (39) 
    (40) 

  • IELTS Listening Practice Test – Exercise 67

    Part 1: Questions 1-5
    Complete the notes below. Write NO MORE THAN ONE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.

    Hotel Armitage Booking Form
    Name: Kelvin Jones

    Booking number: (1) 
    Vehicle registration ID: (2) 
    Date of arrival: 21 May
    Room number: 501
    Type of room:
    Standard? Deluxe? Suite?: (3) 
    Extra requirements: (4) 
    Identification: driver’s licence
    Length of stay: (5) 

    Questions 6-10
    Complete the map below. Write NO MORE THAN ONE WORD for each answer.

    (6)                         (7) 
    (8)                         (9) 
    (10) 

    Part 2: Questions 11-13
    Choose the correct letter A, B or C.

    11. The SIS is
     A a non-profit making organization
     B owned by an international corporation
     C a collective owned by ordinary people

    12. The SIS
     A has no fees
     B has low fees
     C avoids paying fees

    13. SIS accounts with the same customer number
     A will be charged for setting up automatic payments
     B attract no service charges
     C must have a minimum balance

    Questions 14-20
    Complete the table below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/ OR A NUMBER for each answer.

    (14)                   (15) 
    (16)                   (17) 
    (18)                   (19) 
    (20) 

    Part 3: Questions 21-23
    Answer the questions below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/ OR A NUMBER for each answer.

    21. What period of English Literature will the conference cover? 
    22. How many panel discussions have been arranged? 
    23. What is the aim of a panel discussion? To present 

    Questions 24-30
    Complete the notes below. Write ONE WORD ONLY.

    Procedure (dealt with by prof.)
    • Identify topic of interest involving some (24) 
    • Invite penalties
    • Select a (25) 
    • Decide on (26) 

    Guidelines
    • Introduction of topic and speakers-get (27)  information form prof.
    • Each panelist speaks for 2 mins-make a hand (28)  to show time is up
    • Primary function = panel discussion (about 40 mins)
    • Close discussion and give (29) 
    • Secondary function = question time (about 15-20 mins)
    • At end of question time panel is thanked and audience shows appreciation by (30) 

    Part 4: Questions 31-35
    Complete the notes below. Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.

    Hydropower
    • Renewable-constant source of (31)  from natural hydrologic cycle
    • (32)  -90% of hydro energy-electric
    • Clean-no air or (33)  pollution
    • (34)  and durable-simple to operate
    • Flexible-can start and adapt quickly to meet demand-leads to (35)  of power supply

    Questions 36-38
    Label the diagram below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.

    (36) 
    (37) 
    (38) 

    Questions 39-40
    Complete the sentences below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.

    39. To be effective, hydroelectric dams should be built across rivers with both sufficient head and 

    40. There needs to be a balance between the needs of  living in developed environments and the preservation of natural habitat.

  • IELTS Listening Practice Test – Exercise 66

    Part 1: Questions 1-10
    Complete the notes below. Write ONE WORD OR A NUMBER.

    Things to do before we go
    Collect the currency
    Cancel appointment with the (1)  (Monday)
    Begin taking the (2)  (Tuesday)
    Buy (3)  , a small bag, a spare (4)  , an electrical (5) 
    Book a (6) 
    Instructions for Laura’s mum
    Feed the cat
    Vet’s details: Name: Colin (7) 
    Tel: (8) 
    Address: Fore street (opposite the (9)  )
    Water the plants
    Meet the heating engineer on (10) 

    Part 2: Questions 11-16
    Choose the correct answer A, B or C.

    Adbourne Film Festival

    11. Why was the Film Festival started?
     A To encourage local people to make films.
     B To bring more tourists to the town.
     C To use money released from another project.

    12. What is the price range for tickets?
     A £1.00-£2.50
     B 50p – £2.00
     C £1.50-£2.50

    13. As well as online, tickets for the films can be obtained
     A from the local library.
     B from several different shops.
     C from the two festival cinemas.

    14. Last year’s winning film was about
     A farms of the future.
     B schools and the environment.
     C green transport options.

    15. This year the competition prize is
     A a stay in a hotel.
     B film-making equipment.
     C a sum of money.

    16. The deadline for entering a film in the competition is the end of
     A May.
     B June.
     C July.

    Questions 17 and 18
    Choose TWO letters, A-E.

    What TWO main criteria are used to judge the film competition?

     A Ability to persuade.
     B Quality of the story.
     C Memorable characters.
     D Quality of photography.
     E Originality.

    Questions 19 and 20
    Choose TWO letters, A-E.

    What TWO changes will be made to the competition next year?

     A A new way of judging
     B A different length of time
     C An additional age category
     D Different performance times
     E New locations for performances

    Part 3: Questions 21-24
    Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.

    Research on web-based crosswords

    21. Leela and Jake chose this article because
     A it was on a topic familiar to most students.
     B it covered both IT and education issues.
     C it dealt with a very straightforward concept.

    22. How did Leela and Jake persuade students to take part in their research?
     A They convinced them they would enjoy the experience.
     B They said it would help them do a particular test.
     C They offered to help them with their own research later on.

    23. Leela and Jake changed the design of the original questionnaire because
     A it was too short for their purposes.
     B it asked misleading questions.
     C it contained out-of-date points.

    24. Leela was surprised by the fact that
     A it is normal for questionnaire returns to be low.
     B so many students sent back their questionnaires.
     C the questionnaire responses were of such high quality.

    Questions 25-26
    Choose TWO letters, A-E.

    What TWO things did respondents say they liked most about doing the crossword?

     A It helped them spell complex technical terms.
     B It was an enjoyable experience.
     C It helped them concentrate effectively.
     D It increased their general motivation to study.
     E It showed what they still needed to study.

    Questions 27-28
    Choose TWO letters, A-E.

    In which TWO areas did these research findings differ from those of the original study?

     A Students’ interest in doing similar exercises.
     B How much students liked doing the crossword.
     C Time taken to do the crossword.
     D Gender differences in appreciation.
     E Opinions about using crosswords for formal assessment.

    Questions 29-30
    Choose TWO letters, A-E.

    What TWO skills did Leela and Jake agree they had learned from the project?

     A How to manage their time effectively.
     B How to process numerical data.
     C How to design research tools.
     D How to reference other people’s work.
     E How to collaborate in research

    Part 4: Questions 31-40
    Complete the sentences below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.

    Job satisfaction study
    Workers involved in the study were employed at a (31) 

    Despite some apparent differences between groups of workers, the survey results were statistically (32) 

    The speaker analysed the study’s (33)  to identify any problems with it.

    The various sub-groups were (34)  in size.

    Workers in the part-time group were mainly (35) 

    The (36)  of workers who agreed to take part in the study was disappointing.

    Researchers were unable to (37)  the circumstances in which workers filled out the questionnaire.

    In future, the overall size of the (38)  should be increased.

    In future studies, workers should be prevented from having discussions with (39) 

    Workers should be reassured that their responses to questions are (40)