The Ielts Bridge

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  • IELTS Listening Practice Test – Exercise 237

    SECTION 1

    Questions 1–4

    Complete the table below.

    Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.

    City Bank Customer Service Log

    Example

    Answer

    Type of query:

    Term deposits

    Customer name:

    David 1

    Phone:

    023 – 561 – 055

    D.O.B.:

    18 / 02 / 1968

    Customer’s Term Deposit details:

    Amount:

    $18,000

    Term:

    2

    Interest rate:

    3.45% per annum

    Current Term Deposit interest rates:

    1 year

    3.65% per annum

    2 years

    3

     % per annum

    4 Term Deposits

    Minimum deposit: $20,000

    Questions 5–10

    Complete the table below.

    Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.

    5 tax rate:28%
    Investment returnsDepend on 6
    TermEffective rate of return
    2 yearsSalary$48,001 – $70,000 3.75% per annumSalary$70,001 –7 $3.92% per annum
    Minimum investment amount:$10,000
    Hidden charges/fees:8
    Interest payment options:monthly, 9, 6‑monthly, annually
    Application options:online10in person

  • IELTS Listening Practice Test – Exercise 236

    SECTION 4. QUESTIONS 31-40

    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 preassure 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 footbal 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 235

    SECTION 3. QUESTIONS 21-30

    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.

    OpinionsA lightning restrictionsB alternative lightingC reduce the number of insectsD decline in the number of speciesE climate changesF impacts on the growth of animalsG imapcts 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?

    1.  It makes no difference.
    2.  Species will die out in natural light.
    3.  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

    1.  governments didn’t increase any spending on them.
    2.  most theories had nothing to do with the exam.
    3.  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

  • IELTS Listening Practice Test – Exercise 234

    SECTION 2. QUESTIONS 11-20

    Questions 11-15

    Answer the questions below. Choose the correct letter, A, B, or C.

    11. How many patients does the hospital consult every year?

    1.  3,000.
    2.  5,000.
    3.  11,000.

    12. When can patients meet the female doctor?

    1.  On weekday mornings.
    2.  Three days a week.
    3.  Only on Mondays and Fridays.

    13. Who is the expert on treating hearing loss?

    1.  Mr. Roberts.
    2.  Mr Green.
    3.  Mr. Edwards.

    14. Where are patients recommended to buy their medicine?

    1.  The supermarket in the town.
    2.  Pharmacies nearby the city centre.
    3.  The health care’s pharmacy.

    15. What will the patients be asked about whether they are willing to do?

    1.  Letting one student attend the consultation.
    2.  Asking postgraduate students to do treatment.
    3.  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 

  • IELTS Listening Practice Test – Exercise 233

    SECTION 1. QUESTIONS 1-10

    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.  .

  • IELTS Listening Practice Test – Exercise 232

    SECTION 4. QUESTIONS 31-40

    Questions 31-38

    Complete the notes below.

    Write ONLY ONE WORD for each answer.

    Chimpanzee BehavioursSpeciesWe can find Pan or Pan Troglodytes in West and Central Africa.The Bonobo or Pan Paniscus are found in Democratic Republic of Congo.
    Current researchrule out 31.  and biological factors.learn through 32.  of other chimps’ behaviour.
    DiscoveriesThe book The third Chimpanzee by James Diamond discusses some physical features of chimpanzees.The discovery reportes by Jane Goodall suggests that chimpanzees know how to use 33.  .
    Chimpanzees in SenegalUse spears sharpened with their teeth.Can 34.  the shell of the coconut.Use a 35.  hammer to crush nuts.Are capable of learning 36.  and understanding human language.
    Sub-speciesBonobos live on the other side of 37. .Both of them are reducing alarmingly in population 38. .

    Questions 39-40

    Choose TWO letters, A-E

    Which TWO topics about chimpanzees will the students discuss next week?

     A They are slower than human in different ways.

     В They learn things by copying humans’ behaviour.

     С They develop behaviours generation by genration.

     D They have very strong ability of logical thinking.

     E They could be modified to adapt to the environment.

  • IELTS Listening Practice Test – Exercise 231

    SECTION 3. QUESTIONS 21-30

    Questions 21–26

    Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.

    Reflective Journal Assignment

    21. What should be firstly included in the reflective journal?

    1.  Topics he is going to talk about.
    2.  Study aims for the module.
    3.  Suggestions from others.

    22. The woman has got

    1.  a lot of friends to help her.
    2.  several books that may be useful.
    3.  sufficient resources showing that she is a good technology user.

    23. What was the man’s biggest achievement in the past?

    1.  He worked as a waiter in a restaurant.
    2.  He got an offer to lead a team.
    3.  He became a chairman of the Students Union.

    24. The man decides to

    1.  do it by himself.
    2.  find a tutor.
    3.  listen to others.

    25. What is the man’s attitude after the discussion?

    1.  He thinks it is useless.
    2.  He is looking forward to it.
    3.  He feels uncertain about it.

    26. What should be shown in the man’s reflective journal?

    1.  Self-awareness.
    2.  Mistakes.
    3.  Achievements.

    Questions 27-30

    What is the woman’s attitude towards the each of the following activities of study?

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

    A define a problem

    B indepndent learning

    C develop study skills

    D gain confidence

    E find it difficult27. Writing an essay 28. Taking exams 29. Making class notes 30. Taking presentation notes 

  • IELTS Listening Practice Test – Exercise 230

    SECTION 2. QUESTIONS 11-20

    Questions 11-14

    Answer the questions below. Choose the correct letter, A, B, or C.

    Online Exchange Business

    11. The website is organised by

    1.  family memebrs.
    2.  friends.
    3.  businessmen.

    12. How long has the website been operated?

    1.  about 3 weeks.
    2.  about 3 months.
    3.  about 6 months.

    13. How many registered users are there in the website?

    1.  1000.
    2.  1500.
    3.  2000.

    14. Which country has the most users in the website?

    1.  Ireland.
    2.  UK.
    3.  Canada.

    Questions 15-16

    Choose TWO letters, A-E

    Which TWO things are most popular among users?

     A Children’s books.

     В Textbooks.

     С Computer games.

     D Toys.

     E Tools.

    Questions 17-20

    Complete the sentences below.

    Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.

    17. The website will sort out  items to help those who can’t decide what to exchange.18. Do not bother because everyone’s  is different.19. Users will give  on the completion of exchanges. Criteriathe quality of the itemthe ease of communicationthe 20.  of delivering

  • IELTS Listening Practice Test – Exercise 229

    SECTION 1. QUESTIONS 1-10

    Questions 1-4

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

    NOTES ON ISLAND HOTEL

    • Example: Type of room required
    • Answer: Double room

    Time

    • The length of stay: approximately 2 weeks
    • Starting date: 25th April

    Temperature

    • Up to 1.  C.
    • Erratic weather

    Transport

    • Pick-up service is provided.
    • Normally transfer to the airport takes about 2.  .

    Facilities

    • en-suite facilities and a 3.  .
    • gym and spa facilities.
    • a large outdoor swimming pool.
    • three standard 4.

    Questions 5-10

    Complete the table below.

    Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.

    DaysEntertainment activitiesTransportation
     Tuesdayslearning to make 5. having a 6.  concertmini bus 
     Wednesdaysenjoying mountain viewexploring a tropical 8. 7. shuttle bus
     Thursdayshaving a fancy dinnerwatching a spectacular display of 9. 10.  

  • IELTS Reading Practice Test – Exercise 228

    SECTION 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 appearence: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 costsand 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 disigned 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.