Month: April 2024

  • IELTS Listening Practice Test – Exercise 45

    Part 1: Questions 1-6
    Complete the form below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS OR A NUMBER.

    Cell phone packages

    Type of plans: pre-paid, 24-month contract plans

    Prepaid plans: without (1) 

    SIM cards: 15 minutes of (2) 

    Minimal plan: $12, 40 minutes and without (3) 

    Social plan: $40, 200 minutes, (4)  and 2GB data

    (5)  plan: 5 numbers, free talking and texting, $70 and 3GB data

    Changing plans: at any time, in person and access the (6) 

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

    Sales form

    Plan: social plan

    Phone number: (7) 047 – 

    Customer name: (8) 

    Address: 375, Thompson (9) 

    Total payment: $42.50

    Payment method: (10) 

    Part 2: Questions 11-17
    Label the plan below. Write the correct letter A-I next to questions 11-17.

    11. Shoe rack 
    12. Carpet 
    13. Bookcase 
    14. Dress-upcupboard 
    15. Cubbyholes 
    16. Climbing walls 
    17. Chickens 

    Questions 18-20
    Complete the sentences below. Write NO MORE THAN ONE WORD AND/ OR A NUMBER for each answer.

    18. The official ratio of adults to children who are two or older is one adult to  children.
    19. Parents who are often late may be asked to 
    20. The quickest waiting time for a place in the Day Care is 

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

    21. Students must follow  to prevent accidents in the lab.
    22. The students have not been using  while in the lab.
    23. Students cannot eat or drink until  is finished and they have washed their hands.
    24. Tessa should tie her hair back to avoid danger when she is working with a  or chemicals.
    25. Students must wear long sleeves and shoes made of  in the lab.

    Questions 26-28
    Choose the correct letter A, B or C.

    26. Which student is currently using an appropriate notebook?
     A Vincent
     B Tessa
     C Neither

    27. The tutor says that writing observations in complete sentences
     A is often not a good use of time
     B makes them easier to interpret later
     C means that others can understand them

    28. The students must write dates
     A next to each drawing
     B next to each written section
     C next to each drawing and written section

    Questions 29 and 30
    Choose TWO letters A-E.

    Which TWO things must be included in the conclusion to the experiment?
     A the questions investigated
     B the solutions to the questions
     C the students’ own thoughts about the experiment
     D the length of time spent on the experiment
     E the student’s signature

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

    If soil is healthy, it is a (31)  teeming with life such as worms, fungi and bacteria. If plants are grown in poor soil, they will lack (32)  and human health will suffer. Plants are nourished by organic matter, (33)  and other essential elements which are broken down by insects and other organisms in a synergistic relationship.

    Questions 34-36
    Label the diagram below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.

    (34) 
    (35) 
    (36) 

    Questions 37-40
    Complete the notes below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.

    Conventional farming methodsOrganic farming methods
    – Monoculture
    – Synthetic fertilizer and chemicals used for (38)……………….
    – Genetically modified seeds
    – Pesticide and fungicide sprayed on crops after picking
    – No need for documentation of (39)……………………..
    – Crop rotation
    – Covering crops
    – Use of insects as natural (40)……………..
    – Addition of manure and green waster

    Problems:
    • Erosion
    • (37)  from various sources, including chemical fertilisers

    (38) 
    (39) 
    (40) 

  • IELTS Listening Practice Test – Exercise 44

    Part 1: Question 1
    Complete the sentence below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS.

    Mr. White is a personnel manager

    1. Ms. Jones got to the interview 

    Questions 2-5
    Complete the following form. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/ OR A NUMBER for each answer.

    Personal details of applicant
    Full name: Penny Ann (2) 
    Citizenship: (3) 
    Date of birth: Jan 3, 1980
    Address: Flat 502, 56 (4)  Oxford
    Home phone number: (5) 
    Email address: jenny27@hotmail.com

    Question 6
    Complete the following sentence with THREE WORDS.

    6. Ms Jones has a degree in 

    Question 7
    Choose the correct letter A-C.

    7. Ms Jones says
     A her major would help her satisfy various interests
     B she was not at first interested in the health field
     C her parents helped her to select her major

    Questions 8-10
    Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.

    8. Where is Ms Jones applying for a job? 
    9. What does Mr White call companies’ threats of job losses? 
    10. What does Ms Jones say can help companies reduce costs? 

    Part 2: Questions 11-13
    Complete the following sentences with NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.

    The headmistress will first tell her visitors about her kindergarten’s (11)  and (12) 
    Maria Montessori is an (13) 

    Questions 14-16
    Complete the following sentences with NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.

    The headmistress says playing with toys and other things can help children to develop (14)  She says things like (15)  and (16)  should be seen as valuable resources.

    Questions 17 and 18
    Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.

    On this map of school, A is the (17)  and B is the (18) 

    Questions 19 and 20
    Complete the following sentences. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.

    19. The headmistress says getting dirty in the garden is good for the children’s 
    20. There are inside the cupboard of the first classroom 

    Part 3: Questions 21 and 22
    Choose TWO letters A-E.

    Why was Jill late?

     A she was busy doing something for Harry and Bob
     B she needed to eat breakfast
     C she had a problem with a shoe
     D she had too many phone calls
     E because of traffic jams

    Questions 23-25
    Answer the following questions in NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS.

    23. Where does Jill say Bob and Harry go every night? 
    24. What does Jill say Bob and Harry should do first? 
    25. What does Jill consider her suggestions as? 

    Questions 26-28
    Complete the following sentences with NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.

    For a few weeks, Jill wants Harry and Bob to stop (26)  and (27)  Jill wants the other two to (28)  timetable as soon as she leaves them.

    Questions 29-30
    Choose TWO letters A-F.

    Jill says

     A the time for reviewing is limited
     B when reviewing, it is best to take a five minute break every hour
     C when reviewing, one should walk around once an hour
     D reviewing separately is not a good idea
     E Harry and Bob should question each other regularly while reviewing

    Part 4: Questions 31-35
    Fill in the blanks on the following form. Use NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/ OR A NUMBER for each answer.

    Data collected on the town of: (31) 

    Number of households: (32) 

    (33)  : 31,000

    Average annual household income: £83,000

    No. of families with income over £50,000: (34) 

    No. of families surveyed: (35) 

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

    Two types of facilities that are planned to be added in the second and third years after the school opens are (36)  and (37)  And one of the most important facilities required by most parents is a (38) 

    Questions 39 and 40
    Choose TWO letters A-E.

    According to the talk which of the following are right?

     A the club does not need a large golf practice range
     B the range is close to the site of the proposed school
     C the parents insist on no computer games
     D the parents want a cafeteria selling fast food to save students’ time
     E musical instruments are included in the budget

  • IELTS Listening Practice Test – Exercise 43

    Part 1: Questions 1-7
    Complete the table below. Write ONE WORD AND/ OR A NUMBER for each answer.

    CategoryDetails
    Owner’s nameBob
    Model(1)……………………….
    Color(2)……………………….
    Number of cylinders(3)……………………….
    Number of doors(4)……………………….
    Extras(5)……………………….
    Price agreed ($)(6)……………………….
    Age (years)(7)……………………….

    (1)                             (2) 
    (3)                            (4) 
    (5)                            (6) 
    (7) 

    Questions 8-10
    Choose THREE answers from the list and write correct letter A-G next to questions 8-10.

    Which THREE features does the owner say make his car worth buying?

    A lots of registration
    B being highly manoeuvrable
    C being easy to park
    D fuel efficiency
    E quick acceleration
    F good resale potential
    G smoothly running engine

    (8)   
    (9)   
    (10) 

    Part 2: Questions 11-16
    Identify the areas on the map. Write correct letter A-J next to questions 11-16.

    11. Wilsons 
    12. DVD shop 
    13. Student union office 
    14. Engineering institute 
    15. Fitness room 
    16. Bookshop 

    Questions 17-20
    Complete the timetable. Write the correct letter A-I next to questions 17-20.

    17. Yoga club 
    18. Aerobic dancing 
    19. Prayer centre 
    20. Chess club 

    Part 3: Questions 21-24
    Complete the summary below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.

    The most important part of a presentation is the (21)  , thus it is important to use a hook, such as a surprising fact, (22)  , or a puzzling problem. The best presenters treat their audiences as (23)  and (24)  them in the subject matter, which they make interesting.

    Questions 25-30
    Complete the presentation plan. Write ONE WORD only for each answer.

    PartSubjectDetails
    One(25)…………………..contextCultural (26)………….and management styles
    TwoCurrent perspectivesComplexity of (27)………………..workplace
    ThreeMail dilemmaReview productive (28)………………..
    FourRecommendationsTheory of human (29)………………..
    FiveQuestions timePrepare answers related to industrial (30)…………………..

    (25)                           (26) 
    (27)                           (28) 
    (29)                           (30) 

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

    (31)                            (32) 
    (33)                            (34) 
    (35) 

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

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

  • IELTS Listening Practice Test – Exercise 42

    Part 1: Questions 1-2
    Choose TWO letters A-E.

    Annie’s mother
     A has arthritis
     B is pleased with her new medicine
     C can hardly move her fingers
     D needs an operation on her leg
     E has medical insurance

    Question 3
    Choose the correct letter A-C

    3. Bud’s uncle
     A works at a hospital
     B will help Annie’s father get a cheap operation
     C knows some medical staff

    Questions 4 and 5
    Complete the following sentences with NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.

    Annie’s parents are finding it difficult to pay the (4)  and her sister has won a (5) 

    Questions 6 and 7
    Choose TWO letters A-E.

    Bud’s cousin
     A is called Mary
     B met Annie at Annie’s party
     C works at a hotel
     D wants to get promoted
     E is nice to people when she first meets them

    Questions 8 and 9
    Complete the following sentences using NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.

    Bud’s father has a (8)  to build a supermarket and all his workers have to belong to the (9) 

    Question 10
    Answer the question in ONE WORD AND/ OR A NUMBER.

    10. How many years have Bud’s parents been married? 

    Part 2: Questions 11 and 12
    Complete the following sentences with NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.

    The manager says people want to save money for retirement, children’s education, a (11)  and a (12) 

    Questions 13 and 14
    Choose TWO letters A-E.

    The manager says how much money one should spend and how much one should save
     A depends on individual tastes
     B is clearer as one gets older
     C depends entirely on how many children one has
     D should be decided after writing out a budget for daily necessities
     E partly depends on one’s health

    Question 15
    Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for your answer.

    What does the manager say you should do if you have nearly spent your budget for the month? 

    Questions 16 and 17
    Complete the following sentences using NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.

    16. The manager refers to keeping some money in a current account for use in emergencies as a 
    17. This has been described as a voluntary tax on fools 

    Questions 18-20
    Select the correct letter A-F and write next to the questions 18 to 20.

    A Best spread of risks to meet investors’ objectives
    B Known, guaranteed returns for fixed period of time
    C Should be purchased if buyer is optimistic
    D High risk, potentially high returns
    E Always mean investment in new, small companies with excellent technologies
    F Provide steady returns

    Item
    18. Blue chip stocks 
    19. Balanced portfolios 
    20. Venture capital investments 

    Part 3: Questions 21 and 22
    Choose TWO letters A-E.

    Which statements are correct?
     A Bill and Jane made a video documentary on homeless people
     B Jane made a video on homeless people
     C Prof. Edwards is not clear how much his students know about video cameras
     D Few students have video cameras
     E Bill have made a video documentary on homeless people

    Question 23
    Complete the following sentence with ONE WORD ONLY.

    23. Prof. Edwards thinks he should start his video course by explaining the  of video cameras.

    Questions 24 and 25
    Choose TWO letters A-E.

    Prof. Edwards say
     A his students must each have their own video camera
     B his students cannot all afford to buy video cameras
     C his students must be creative and plan their video projects properly
     D his students need to use 3-CCD video cameras
     E the film department has enough video cameras for his students to use

    Questions 26 and 27
    Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.

    What two uses of wide-angle shots does Prof. Edwards metion?
    (26) 
    (27) 

    Questions 28-30
    Complete the following sentences. Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.

    28. Bill says a small hole in one’s pocket is useful for 
    29. Prof. Edwards says filming people without their knowledge raises the question of 
    30. Jane wants to even filming people without their knowledge 

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

    Prof. Roberts says much of history is concerned with conflict over (31)  , (32)  and (33) 

    Questions 34 and 35
    Choose the correct letter A-C.

    34. Prof Roberts implies that the concept of ‘hurting others’
     A is always perfectly clear
     B is open to different interpretations
     C becomes an issue when there is no control by government

    35. Prof. Roberts says
     A some native Americans were thieves
     B the concept of personal ownership is universal
     C the concept of ownership is now here to stay

    Questions 36-39
    Complete the following sentences. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.

    36. Many classical economists considered private land ownership a 
    37. Keeping land in good condition for the future is the concept of 
    38. The need to protect has led to increased restrictions on landowners’ rights in some countries 
    39. Prof. Roberts believes that is usually the best way to protect natural resources 

    Question 40
    Choose the correct letter A-C.

    40. The main difference between freehold and leasehold is
     A the duration of effective ownership
     B one applies to houses and the other to flats
     C leasehold docs not apply to land

  • IELTS Listening Practice Test – Exercise 41

    Part 1: Questions 1-7
    Complete the table and the notes below using NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.

    Name of cruiseHighlight cruiseNoon cruise(1)……………….cruise
    Price per person$ 16(4)……………….$ 25
    Departure times(2)………………….12.00(6)………………
    Included in the price(3)……………………(5)………………Coffee and (7)………………..

    (1)                        (2) 
    (3)                       (4) 
    (5)                       (6) 
    (7) 

    8. Jetty No.2 is situated 
    9. The commentary is in 
    10. The lady recommends that they 

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

    PREPARING FOR THE INTERVIEW
    What to doHow to do it
    Step 1: Prepare things to take– Gather all documents e.g. copies of resume
    – Choose (11)……………..e.g. design, drawings, written work
    Step 2: Get more information– Check you have pen and paper
    – Ask film for a (12)…………
    – See profiles at Chamber of Commerce, library
    Step 3: Focus on you and the job– Contact (13)………………..of this or related firms
    – Compare yourself with what is required
    – Imagine likely questions and your answers
    – Decide how to make up for any (14)………….you lack

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

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

    At the interview
    Arrive no more than (15)  before the time of the interview.

    After you hear the question, you can (16)  before you reply.

    You can (17)  if you don’t understand what they are asking you.

    Wait for them to offer you the job before you say what (18)  you want.

    Learning from the experience will make you more (19)  in future interviews.

    Pay attention to your (20)  – it shows you have a positive attitude.

    Part 3: Questions 21-23
    Complete the sentences below. Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.

    Effects of weather on mood
    21. Phil and Stella’s goal is to  the hypothesis that weather has an effect on a person’s mood.
    22. They expect to find that ‘good’ weather (weather which is  and  ) has a positive effect on a person’s mood.
    23. Stella defines ‘effect on mood’ as a  in the way a person feels.

    Questions 24-27
    What information was given by each writer? Choose you answers from the list of options A-F next to questions 24-27.

    A the benefits of moving to a warmer environment

    B the type of weather with the worst affect on mood

    C how past events affect attitudes to weather

    D the important effect of stress on mood

    E the importance of effect of hours of sunshine on modd

    F psychological problems due to having to cope with bad weather

    24. Vickers  
    25. Whitebourne  
    26. Haverton  
    27. Stanfield  

    Questions 28-30
    Choose THREE letters A-H.

    Which THREE things do Phil and Stella still have to decide on?

     A how to analyse their results
     B their methods of presentation
     C the design of their questionnaire
     D the location of their survey
     E weather variables to be measured
     F the dates of their survey
     G the size of their survey
     H the source of data on weather variables

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

    31. How long would terms be under the six-term system?
     A six weeks
     B seven weeks
     C thirteen weeks

    32. What would happen to the summer holiday?
     A it would disappear
     B it would be shortened
     C it would be lengthened

    33. How much was the average learning loss in the summer?
     A two weeks
     B three weeks
     C seven weeks

    34. In which subject was learning loss greatest among disadvantaged?
     A maths
     B reading
     C writing

    35. According to Marchmont’s research, in the six-term system pupils performed
     A better than under the existing system
     B worse than under the existing system
     C the same as under the existing system

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

    The school terms that we use originated when many people worked in (36)  Also because of the heat it was difficult to teach children in July and August before the invention (37)  A different approach can be provided by the (38)  An important factor in the success of these is the small (39)  Also the element of (40)  is usually present which contributes greatly.

  • IELTS Listening Practice Test – Exercise 40

    Part 1: Questions 1-6

    How does the owner answer? Write
    A if she says YES, DEFINITELY
    B if she says MAYBE
    C if she says DEFINITELY NOT

    House free of damp?   B

    1. Current gas safety certificate? 
    2. Gas inspection within last twelve months? 
    3. Electricity checked in last five years? 
    4. Sufficient electric sockets? 
    5. Fire detection equipment that works? 
    6. Previous tenants all returned keys? 

    Questions 7-10
    Choose the correct letter A-C.

    7. On which floor is the storeroom?
     A first
     B second
     C third

    8. What is the temperature of the hot water?
     A 55
     B 60
     C 70

    9. How big is the garden?
     A 20 m2
     B 90 m2
     C 150 m2

    10. What size is the television?
     A 70 cm
     B 80 cm
     C 90 cm

    Part 2: Questions 11 and 12
    Choose the correct letter A-C.

    11. At the Wildlife Haven there are not any
     A telephone or radios
     B radios or TVs
     C telephones or TVs

    12. The guests were told to
     A collect their luggage from the bus
     B wait to be shown to their rooms
     C find their own rooms

    Questions 13-15
    Complete the form below. Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.

    GROUP TOURDETAILS
    Beachcombers and rock-hoppersExploring rock pools
    Guided forest walkAway from (13)……………
    Beach expeditionTo catch lunch
    Moonlight forest walkDeparts at (14)……………..
    (15)………………….Departs at sundown

    (13) 
    (14) 
    (15) 

    Questions 16-20
    Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.

    What THREE items of clothing does the speaker recommend for the national park?
    (16) 
    (17) 
    (18) 

    Which TWO things in the national park does the speaker give a warning about?
    (19) 
    (20) 

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

    Course: Communication in Business
    Course code: CB162
    Dates: From (21)  to (22) 

    Please give your comments on the following aspect of the course:

    Good pointsSuggestions for improvement
    Course organization– (23)…………….
    – useful to have (24)……………..at beginning of course
    – too much work in (25)……………..of the course – could be more evenly balanced
    Course delivery– good (26)…………………..– some (27)…………….sessions went too long
    Materials and equipment– good (28)…………………– not enough copies of key texts available
    – need more computers
    Testing and evaluation– quick feedback from oral presentations
    – making criteria for oral presentations known in advance
    – too much (29)……………….
    – can we know criteria for making final exams?
    Other comments– excellent (30)…………………

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

    Part 4: Questions 31-34
    Answer the questions below. Write NO MORE THAN ONE WORD AND/ OR A NUMBER for each answer.

    31. Where was a Stone Age rubbish dump found? 

    32. In Medieval Times what type of waste was most common? 

    33. What did science link with waste? 

    34. Which invention is the biggest problem for the environment? 

    Questions 35-37

    List THREE factors which led to the increase in waste.

    Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.

    (35) 
    (36) 
    (37) 

    Questions 38-40

    Which country uses the highest proportion of each method of waste disposal?

    Choose your answers from the options below A-F.

    A Denmark
    B Germany
    C Japan
    D Switzerland
    E UK
    F USA

    38. incineration 
    39. landfill 
    40. recycling 

  • IELTS Listening Practice Test – Exercise 39

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

    Holiday booked in name of: (1) 
    Address: Flat 4, (2)  Winchester S024ER
    Daytime telephone number: (3) 
    Booking reference: (4) 
    Special offer? Yes, from (5)  company
    Insurance? Yes, had (6)  Policy
    Type of holiday booked: (7)  Break
    Date holiday commenced: (8) 
    Details of complaint: no (9)  at station and a (10)  was missing

    Part 2: Questions 11-15
    Complete the table below. Choose your answers from the box.

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

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

    Recruitment process
    • Step 1: Complete a (16)  form
    • Step 2: Do a (17)  questionnaire
    • Step 3: If accepted go on a (18)  course – includes (19)  activities
    • Step 4: Will be sent a (20)  about the hotel

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

    21. David feels that progress on the project has been slow because other members of the group are not 
    22. Jane thinks that  were not clearly established.
    23. Dr. Wilson suggests that the group use the  available from the resource centre.
    24. David doubts that the research will include an adequate 
    25. According to Dr. Wilson, the  is now the most important thing to focus on.
    26. Jane believes the group could make more use of some 

    Questions 27-30
    Complete the timetable below. Choose your answers for the box.

    (27)                            (28) 
    (29)                            (30) 

    Part 4: Questions 31-35
    Complete the summary below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.

    The architects who designed the London Eye originally drew it for a (31)  in 1993. Subsequently, they formed a partnership with (32)  to develop the project. As the biggest observation wheel ever built its construction involved 1700 people in five countries. Most of its components had to be (33)  and delivering them had to be coordinated with the (34)  in the River Thames. On average 350 hours a week are spent on maintenance of the Eye and only (35)  is used to clean the glass.

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

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

  • IELTS Listening Practice Test – Exercise 38

    Part 1: Questions 1-4
    Complete the notes below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.

    Study abroad application
    Name: Leela Kimh

    Wants to study abroad during: the entire (1)  year of university
    Previous experience living abroad: a summer (2)  in Buenos Aires, Argentina
    Need financial aid for: plane (3)  to South America
    Intended degree: bachelor of arts in Spanish and Latin American (4) 

    Questions 5-7
    Choose the correct letter A, B or C.

    5. Leela’s friend who studied in China said
     A the food was very different
     B the people were friendly
     C there was difficulty communicating

    6. One problem people studying abroad have is
     A with having enough money
     B feeling homesick and missing friends
     C eating different kinds of food

    7. Corben says that when applying for a study abroad program
     A Leela needs to get parental permission
     B Leela needs to keep things organized
     C Leela has to raise money

    Questions 8-10
    Complete the sentences below. Write NO MORE THAN ONE WORD for each answer.

    8. Leela must make sure her classes abroad will  towards her degree.
    9. The minimum grade point  to study abroad is 3.2.
    10. After filling out the application Leela must  them to the Office of Study Abroad.

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

    11. The food festival takes place
     A at the beginning of April
     B at the end of April
     C in the middle of March

    12. The East Asian section will feature cuisine from
     A Vietnam and Thailand
     B Japan and China
     C France and Italy

    13. The Latin American section will have
     A South American food
     B South Asian cuisine
     C food from Germany

    14. Besides food tasting there will also be
     A live music and dancing
     B stores selling their products
     C events that show people how to cook

    15. For a list of events, people can
     A call the information centre
     B look them up on the internet
     C pick up a brochure

    16. The speaker highly recommends that participants
     A practice their cooking techniques
     B buy their aprons beforehand
     C register in advance for workshops

    Questions 17-20
    Complete the table below. Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.

    NamePurposeWho should attend
    World Tour of SpicesIntroduce different spices and flavor profilesAdults who want to seriously (17)……………….
    Candy AdventuresMake healthy candy and sweetsMainly (18)…………………
    Salads (19)………………..Make tasty salads and dressingAnyone interested in (20)………………..

    (17)                              (18) 
    (19)                              (20) 

    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 and 32
    Complete the notes below. Write ONE WORD only for each answer.

    Donation
    • More than 50 million dollars was donated by the estate of Paul A. Muadib
    • The entire college felt very excited about this generous (31) 
    • There was a lot of money given to the school but not enough for every single (32) 

    Questions 33-37
    Complete the table below. Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/ OR A NUMBER for each answer.

    SURVEY DETAILS

    First Part– The first part consisted of an (33)……………….
    – Students could list any number of (34)……………..
    Second Part– All ideas that came up consistently were put to a (35)………………..
    Third Part– There were (36)…………………..things that came up over and over again
    – The (37)…………………..of each of them will be explained

    (33) 
    (34) 
    (35) 
    (36) 
    (37) 

    Questions 38
    Choose TWO letters A-F.

    Which TWO things concerning the dining facilities on campus did students complain about?
     A inadequate number of dining facilities
     B unfriendly staff members
     C inconvenient operating hours
     D quality of food at existing places is low
     E not enough vegetarian food
     F prices that are too expensive

    Questions 39 and 40
    Choose the correct letter A, B or C.

    39. Why would a significantly minority of students not benefit from improved dining facilities?
     A they always make their own food and do not use those facilities
     B they live off campus and do not eat their meals at school
     C they cannot afford to eat on campus and buy their food from other places

    40. What is one argument against improving the athletics building?
     A it would change the make up of the student body population
     B only a small proportion of students actually
     C it would harm the reputation of the university

  • IELTS Listening Practice Test – Exercise 37

    Part 1: Questions 1-3
    Choose the correct letter A, B or C.

    1. What is Martin’s occupation?
     A he works in a car factory
     B he works in a bank
     C he is a college student

    2. The friends would prefer somewhere with
     A 4 bedrooms
     B 3 bedrooms
     C 2 bathrooms

    3. Phil would rather live in
     A the east suburbs
     B the city centre
     C the west suburbs

    Questions 4-10
    Complete the table below. Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/ OR A NUMBER for each answer.

    DETAILS OF FLATS AVAILABLE

    LocationFeaturesGoods and bad points
    Bridge Street, near the (4)………………..– 3 bedrooms
    – very big living room
    – (5) £………..a month
    – transport links
    – no shower
    – could be (6)………………
    (7)…………………..– 4 bedrooms
    – living room
    – (8)………………….
    – (9)…………….and well equipped
    – shower
    – will be (10)……………
    – £ 800 a month

    (4)                        (5) 
    (6)                        (7) 
    (8)                        (9) 
    (10) 

    Part 2: Questions 11-15
    Complete the sentences below. Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.

    The British Library
    11. The reading rooms are only open for group visits on 
    12. The library was officially opened in 
    13. All the library rooms together cover  meter square.
    14. The library is financed by the 
    15. The main function of the library is to provide resources for people doing 

    Questions 16-20
    Label the plan below. Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.

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

    Part 3: Questions 21-25
    Choose the correct answer A. B or C

    Project on work placement
    21. The main aim of Dave’s project is to
     A describe a policy.
     B investigate an assumption.
     C identify a problem.

    22. Dave’s project is based on schemes in
     A schools.
     B colleges.
     C universities.

    23. How many academic organisations returned Dave’s questionnaire?
     A 15
     B 50
     C 150

    24. Dave wanted his questionnaires to be completed by company
     A Human Resources Managers.
     B Line Managers.
     C owners.

    25. Dr Green wants Dave to provide a full list of
     A respondents.
     B appendices.
     C companies.

    Questions 26-30
    Complete the notes below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.

    Notes on project
    Introduction
    – improve the (26)  of ideas
    – include a (27)  of ‘Work Placement’
    – have separate sections for literature survey and research (28)  and methods

    Findings
    Preparation stage – add summary
    (29)  development – good
    Constraints on learning – provide better links to the (30)  from research

    Part 4: Questions 31-35
    Complete the sentences below. Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.

    Bilingualism can be defined as having an equal level of communicative (31)  in two or more languages.

    Early research suggested that bilingualism caused problems with (32)  and mental development.

    Early research into bilingualism is now rejected because it did not consider the (33)  backgrounds of the children

    It is now thought that there is a (34)  bilingualism and cognitive skills in children.

    Research done by Ellen Bialystok in Canada now suggests that the effects of bilingualism also apply to (35) 

    Questions 36-40
    Choose the correct letter A, B or C.

    36 In Dr Bialystok’s experiment, the subjects had to react according to
     A the colour of the square on the screen.
     B the location of the square on the screen.
     C the location of the shift key on the keyboard.

    37 The experiment demonstrated the ‘Simon effect’ because it involved a conflict between
     A seeing something and reacting to it.
     B producing fast and slow reactions.
     C demonstrating awareness of shape and colour.

    38 The experiment shows that, compared with the monolingual subjects, the bilingual subjects
     A were more intelligent.
     B had faster reaction times overall.
     C had more problems with the ‘Simon effect’

    39 The results of the experiment indicate that bilingual people may be better at
     A doing different types of tasks at the same time.
     B thinking about several things at once.
     C focusing only on what is needed to do a task.

    40 Dr Bialystok’s first and second experiments both suggest that bilingualism may
     A slow down the effects of old age on the brain.
     B lead to mental confusion among old people.
     C help old people to stay in better physical condition

  • IELTS Listening Practice Test – Exercise 36

    Part 1: Questions 1 and 2
    Complete the notes below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/ OR A NUMBER for each answer.

    The caller works as a teacher

    1. There will be  passengers on the train.
    2. The students leave the school 

    Questions 3-8
    Complete the notes below. Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/ OR A NUMBER for each answer.

    Name of client: (3) 
    Address: Down Language School, Down House, (4)  Brighton
    Contact number: (5)  to be contacted on 01273512634
    Pick-up time: (6) 
    Return time: (7) 
    Purpose of hire: visit to Stonehenge and (8) 

    Questions 9 and 10
    Answer the questions below using NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.

    9. What does the cost of hiring the coach include? 
    10. Who does the customer have to speak to before confirming the booking? 

    Part 2: Questions 11-15
    Map the places and write correct letter next to questions 11-15.

    11. tourist information 
    12. Car park 
    13. Museum 
    14. picnic area 
    15. Gift shop 

    Questions 16-18
    Which THREE activities or events do you need to pay to get in?

    Choose THREE letters A-F.

     A museum
     B castle
     C fireworks
     D gardens
     E rock concert
     F jazz concert

    Questions 19 and 20
    Answer the questions below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/ OR A NUMBER for each answer.

    19. How often is the charity event held? 

    20. Who does the Age Concern help? 

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

    21. Before giving his presentation Paul is worried about
     A choosing what information to use
     B not remembering what to say
     C organizing the projection equipment

    22. Paul’s friends advise him not to
     A speak about popular periods
     B talk at length about art history
     C speak too quickly in the presentation

    23. Why does Paul like the idea of the timeline?
     A it will be visually pleasing
     B it will save some time
     C it will keep him focused

    24. Paul is going to show famous works of art to
     A show people that he has good taste
     B make people think about what counts as art
     C prove that modern art is not as good as classic art

    25. Paul wants his presentation to
     A change personal opinions
     B create a big fight
     C start an exciting debate

    26. What does Isabel say about modern artists?
     A they are skillful
     B they paint like children
     C they have a sense of freedom

    Questions 27-30
    Complete the notes below using NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.

    Tips to find pictures
    • Go to fine art section in (27) 
    • Ask (28)  for access to slide bank
    • If not, use the (29) 
    • Find pictures using a (30) 

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

    31. What does the speaker say about newspapers?
     A they never report developments in science accurately
     B he became interested in his subject because of a newspaper report
     C they only report developments in renewable energy technology

    32. What significant event took place in 1956?
     A scientists discovered a new source of energy
     B a new type of power station came into service
     C Helium was first produced from hydrogen

    33. What does the speaker consider to be the main problem with nuclear fusion?
     A irresponsible scientists make false claims on the subject
     B it takes too long to produce the required reaction
     C the reaction has not produced usable quantities of energy

    Questions 34 and 35
    Complete the sentences below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/ OR A NUMBER for each answer.

    34. Temperatures of at least  degrees are needed for fusion to take place.
    35. Creating the pressure required in a  is a major technological problem.

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

    In order for nuclear fusion to produce useful quantities of energy isotopes of hydrogen must be brought together at extremely high temperatures and pressures. A number of (36)  will suspend the fuel so that it does not come into contact with the sides of the (37)  Another one will raise the temperature of the fuel pellet to that required to start the (38)  Extra energy released in this process will be used to produce (39)  that can be used to generate electricity. It is believed that the amount of energy that can be produced from (40)  of fusion fuel is equivalent to that which can be produced from 10000 tonnes of fossil fuel.