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    • 👂 Listening
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  • IELTS Listening Practice Test – Exercise 489

    Questions 31-33

    Complete the sentences below.

    Write NO MORE THAN ONE WORD for each answer.

    31. Psychologist Dr Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic says, “If narcissism is fire, then Facebook is ”.

    32. People have a desire to broadcast their lives to reinforce their self-concept,  and self-centered needs.

    33. According to the recent research, the more time you spend on the various social networks, the more  you become.

    Questions 34-36

    Choose the correct letter, AB, or C.34. Social networks may cause depression because:

    1.  People have to portray themselves in a positive way
    2.  People spend too much time on social networks
    3.  People compare themselves to others and feel miserable

    35. What is the biggest problem of children and teenagers who spend too much time online?

    1.  They don’t develop their social and intellectual skills
    2.  They grow isolated
    3.  They don’t spend enough time on education

    36. If children spend their time looking at screens instead of looking out, what consequences it may cause?

    1.  Their adaptation to the world is more technologically mediated
    2.  They encounter difficulties in interacting with other people
    3.  They experience deficit in social and emotional skills

    Questions 37-40

    Complete the sentences below.

    Write NO MORE THAN ONE WORD for each answer.

    37. Psychotherapist Gillian Isaacs Russell discovered that there are some distinct differences between working on the screen and working  in the room.

    38. Therapies like CBT are appropriate for online use because they are .

    39. Psychotherapists have to pay attention to  , non-verbal part of relationship, as it makes 60% of our communication.

    40. There are some risks related to treatment at distance, because therapists can’t see the whole body and a lot of  things that are going on.

  • IELTS Listening Practice Test – Exercise 488

    SECTION 3. QUESTIONS 21-30

    Questions 21-25

    Answer the questions below. Choose the correct letter, AB, or C.

    21. Why do people experience pain?

    1.  It preserves good health condition
    2.  It prevents us from damaging ourselves
    3.  Continuous pain is useful for humans

    22. What parts of our body are responsible for feeling pain?

    1.  Receptors and nerves
    2.  Some part of our brain
    3.  Pain is a complex process, which involves various parts of our body

    23. How many people in the UK suffer from pain?

    1.  31%
    2.  37%
    3.  40 million

    24. Is chronic pain different from pain we feel when we knock our knee?

    1.  No, all kinds of pain have evolved as survival mechanisms
    2.  Yes, there is an enormous difference
    3.  We don’t have much insight into that

    25. Professor John Wood compares pain perception to

    1.  Beauty
    2.  Continuousness
    3.  Anesthesia

    Questions 26-28

    Choose the correct letters, AB, or C.

    26. How do scientists block pain nowadays?

    1.  By blocking activity of nerves that send electrical signals
    2.  By understanding mechanisms of pain perception and altering them
    3.  By threating the central nervous system

    27. When do patients experience “phantom limb” pain?

    1.  After the operation
    2.  While their wounds heal
    3.  After the amputation

    28. Are peripheral nerves involved in process of feeling pain?

    1.  No, pain has nothing to do with peripheral nerves
    2.  Yes, peripheral nerves are required to feel pain
    3.  Scientists don’t know much about pain perception nowadays

    Questions 29 and 30

    Complete the information below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.

    What’s happening in a case of phantom limb?Pain can create a (29) 

     of itself. The same way listening to music can take you to a certain point in time, some sort of stimulation can cause a (30) 

     to be re-experienced.

  • IELTS Listening Practice Test – Exercise 487

    SECTION 2. QUESTIONS 11-20

    Questions 11-15

    Choose FIVE letters, A—I. Which FIVE group fitness programs are available at Fitness Land?

     A yoga  D aerobics E belly dance F barbell classes  G kickboxing H zumba I stretching

    Questions 16-20

    Complete the timetable of group activities below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each
    answer.

    DayActivity name
    Monday(16) 
    Tuesday(17) 
    Wednesday(18) 
    Thursday(19) 
    Friday(20) 
  • IELTS Listening Practice Test – Exercise 486

    SECTION 1. QUESTIONS 1-10

    Questions 1-5

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

    Tour information
    DestinationSydney
    Tour type(1) 
    Tourist attractionsThe Harbour Bridge The Opera House The Queen Victoria (2) 
    TimetableFrom 7 am to (3)  pm
    Closest stop(4)  metres out from here,
    at the front of the (5) 

    Questions 6-10

    Complete the booklet of ticket types below. Write ONE WORD OR A NUMBER for each answer.

    Ticket types
    minimal(6)  $Valid during (7)  hours
    (8) 30$Lasts all day
    premium(9)  $Lasts all day
    free drinks and snacks
    (10) 
  • IELTS Listening Practice Test – Exercise 485

    SECTION 4. QUESTIONS 31-40

    Questions 31-35

    Choose the correct letter, AB, or С.

    31. Initially, the Great Wall was built to

    1.  prevent invaders from entering China
    2.  function as a psychological barrier
    3.  show country’s enduring strength

    32. The construction of the Great Wall started

    1.  in third century B.C.
    2.  in 220 B.C.
    3.  in 390 A.D.

    33. The Chinese name of the monument is

    1.  the Great Wall
    2.  the Big Wall
    3.  the Long Wall

    34. The wall as it exists today was constructed mainly by

    1.  Qin dynasty
    2.  Northern Wei dynasty
    3.  Ming dynasty

    35. During the Ming dynasty, the wall’s main purpose was

    1.  to be a military fortification
    2.  to protect caravans traveling along the trade routes
    3.  to contribute to the defense of the country

    Questions 36-40

    Complete the timeline with information about the history оf the tomato in the United States.

    Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.

    36. Before the use of bricks, the Great Wall was mainly built from stones, wood and .

    37. Many western sections of the wall are constructed from mud and thus are more .

    38. A part of the wall in Gansu province may disappear in the next 20 years, due to .

    39. To see the wall from the Moon would require superhuman .

    40. The Great Wall is generally recognized as one of the most impressive  in history.

  • IELTS Listening Practice Test – Exercise 484

    SECTION 3. QUESTIONS 21-30

    Questions 21-23

    Complete the information below. Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.

    21. The total course duration is .

    22. During the final project students will work in teams of .

    23. The professor told that the key thing in marketing strategy is to .

    Questions 24-28

    Choose FIVE letters, A-I. What FIVE modules does the course include?

    1.  Marketing
    2.  Design of custom logos
    3.  Product management
    4.  Branding
    5.  E-commerce
    6.  Advertising
    7.  Analytics
    8.  Customer attraction
    9.  Business strategies

    Questions 29-30

    Complete the information below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.

    29. The next lecture is in the big classroom on the .

    30. Students need to take their last week .

  • IELTS Listening Practice Test – Exercise 483

    Questions 11-16

    Complete the table below.

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

    Ticket typeTicket cost
    Adult’s ticket(11)  pounds
    Child’s  ticket(12)  pounds
    *Children under (13)  yearsfree
    Reduced tariff(for full-time students and disabled visitors)(14)  pounds
    (15) (can be used by up to 2 adults and 3 children)55 pounds
    Annual membership(16)  pounds

    Questions 17-20

    Complete the information about ordering tickets below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.

    • The easiest way, is to buy your tickets (17)  .Make sure that you receive a (18)  of your booking!
    • The second way is to book your tickets (19)  .
    • If you don’t want to plan your visit in advance, you can simply purchase the tickets (20)  in ticket kiosks.
  • IELTS Listening Practice Test – Exercise 482

    PART 1 Questions 1–10

    Complete the notes below.

    Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.

    Opportunities for voluntary work in South village

    Library

    • Help with 1  books (times to be arranged)

    • Help needed to keep 2  of books up to date

    • Library is in the 3  Room in the village hall

    Lunch club

    • Help by providing 4 

    • Help with hobbies such as 5 

    Help for individuals needed next week

    • Taking Mrs Carroll to 6 

    • Work in the 7  at Mr Selsbury’s house

    Questions 8–10

    Complete the table below.

    Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.

    Village Social Events
    DATEEVENTLOCATIONHELP NEEDED
    19 Oct8 Village hallproviding refreshments
    18 NovdanceVillage hallchecking 9 
    31 DecNew Year’s Eve partyMountfort Hoteldesigning the 10 

    Table Questions Listening

    PART 2 Questions 11–20

    Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.

    Oniton Hall

    11. Many past owners made changes to

    1. the gardens.
    2. the house.
    3. the farm.

    12. Sir Edward Downes built Oniton Hall because he wanted

    1. a place for discussing politics.
    2. a place to display his wealth.
    3. a place for artists and writers.

    13. Visitors can learn about the work of servants in the past from

    1. audio guides.
    2. photographs.
    3. people in costume.

    14. What is new for children at Oniton Hall?

    1. clothes for dressing up
    2. mini tractors
    3. the adventure playground
    Questions 15–20

    Which activity is offered at each of the following locations on the farm?

    Choose SIX answers from the box and write the correct letter, A–H, next to Questions 15–20.

    Activities

    1. shopping
    2. watching cows being milked
    3. seeing old farming equipment
    4. eating and drinking
    5. starting a trip
    6. seeing rare breeds of animals
    7. helping to look after animals
    8. using farming tools

    Locations on the farm

    1. ABCDEFGH dairy
    2. ABCDEFGH large barn
    3. ABCDEFGH small barn
    4. ABCDEFGH stables
    5. ABCDEFGH shed
    6. ABCDEFGH parkland

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    PART 3 Questions 21–30

    Questions 21 and 22

    Choose TWO letters, A–E.

    Which TWO things do the students agree they need to include in their reviews of Romeo and Juliet?

    1. analysis of the text
    2. a summary of the plot
    3. a description of the theatre D a personal reaction
    4. a reference to particular scenes
    Questions 23–27

    Which opinion do the speakers give about each of the following aspects of The Emporium’s production of Romeo and Juliet?

    Choose FIVE answers from the box and write the correct letter, A–G, next to Questions 23–27.

    Opinions
    1. They both expected this to be more traditional.
    2. They both thought this was original.
    3. They agree this created the right atmosphere.
    4. They agree this was a major strength.
    5. They were both disappointed by this.
    6. They disagree about why this was an issue.
    7. They disagree about how this could be improved.
    Aspects of the production
    1. ABCDEFG the set
    2. ABCDEFG the lighting
    3. ABCDEFG the costume design
    4. ABCDEFG the music
    5. the actors’ delivery
    Questions 28–30

    Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.

    28. The students think the story of Romeo and Juliet is still relevant for young people today because

    1. it illustrates how easily conflict can start.
    2. it deals with problems that families experience.
    3. it teaches them about relationships.

    29. The students found watching Romeo and Juliet in another language

    1. frustrating.
    2. demanding.
    3. moving.

    30. Why do the students think Shakespeare’s plays have such international appeal?

    1. These stories are exciting.
    2. There are recognizable characters.
    3. They can be interpreted in many ways.
    PART 4 Questions 31–40

    Complete the notes below.

    Wrie ONE WORD AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.

    The impact of digital technology on the Icelandic language

    The Icelandic language

    • has approximately 31  speakers
    • has a 32  that is still growing
    • has not changed a lot over the last thousand years
    • has its own words for computer-based concepts, such as web browser and 33 
    Young speakers
    • are big users of digital technology, such as 34  are becoming 35  very quickly
    • are having discussions using only English while they are in the 36  at school
    • are better able to identify the content of a 37  in English than Icelandic
    Technology and Internet companies
    • write very little in Icelandic because of the small number of speakers and because of how complicated its 38  is
    The Icelandic government
    • has set up a fund to support the production of more digital content in the language
    • believes that Icelandic has a secure future
    • is worried that young Icelanders may lose their 39  as Icelanders
    • is worried about the consequences of children not being 40  in either Icelandic or English
  • IELTS Listening Practice Test – Exercise 481

    PART 1 Questions 1–10

    Complete the notes below.

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

    Buckworth Conservation Group
    Regular activities
    Beach
    • making sure the beach does not have 1  on it
    • no 2 

    Nature reserve

    • A maintaining paths.
    • B nesting boxes for birds installed
    • C The next task is taking action to attract 3  to the place.
    • identifying types of 4 
    • building a new 5 
    Forthcoming events
    Saturday
    • meet at Dunsmore Beach car park
    • walk across the sands and reach the 6 
    • take a picnic
    • wear appropriate 7 
    Woodwork session
    • suitable for 8  to participate in
    • making 9  out of wood
    • 17th, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
    • cost of session (no camping): 10 £ 
    PART 2 Questions 11–20

    Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.

    Boat trip round Tasmania

    11: What is the maximum number of people who can stand on each side of the boat?

    1. 9
    2. 15
    3. 18

    12: What colour are the tour boats?

    1. dark red
    2. jet black
    3. light green

    13: Which lunchbox is suitable for someone who doesn’t eat meat or fish?

    1. Lunchbox 1
    2. Lunchbox 2
    3. Lunchbox 3

    14: What should people do with their litter?

    1. take it home
    2. hand it to a member of staff
    3. put it in the bins provided on the boat
    Questions 15 and 16

    Choose TWO letters, A-E.

    Which TWO features of the lighthouse does Lou mention?

    1. why it was built
    2. who built it
    3. how long it took to build
    4. who staffed it
    5. what it was built with
    Questions 17 and 18

    Choose TWO letters, A-E.

    Which TWO types of creature might come close to the boat?

    1. sea eagles
    2. fur seals
    3. dolphins
    4. whales
    5. penguins
    Questions 19 and 20

    Choose TWO letters, A-E.

    Which TWO points does Lou make about the caves?

    1. Only large tourist boats can visit them.
    2. The entrances to them are often blocked.
    3. It is too dangerous for individuals to go near them.
    4. Someone will explain what is inside them.
    5. They cannot be reached on foot.
    PART 3 Questions 21–30

    Choose the correct letter, A, B or CQuestions 21–26

    Work experience for veterinary science students

    21: What problem did both Diana and Tim have when arranging their work experience?

    1. making initial contact with suitable farms
    2. organising transport to and from the farm
    3. finding a placement for the required length of time

    22: Tim was pleased to be able to help

    1. a lamb that had a broken leg.
    2. a sheep that was having difficulty giving birth.
    3. a newly born lamb that was having trouble feeding.

    23: Diana says the sheep on her farm

    1. were of various different varieties.
    2. were mainly reared for their meat.
    3. had better quality wool than sheep on the hills.

    24: What did the students learn about adding supplements to chicken feed?

    1. These should only be given if specially needed.
    2. It is worth paying extra for the most effective ones.
    3. The amount given at one time should be limited.

    25: What happened when Diana was working with dairy cows?

    1. She identified some cows incorrectly.
    2. She accidentally threw some milk away.
    3. She made a mistake when storing milk.

    26: What did both farmers mention about vets and farming?

    1. Vets are failing to cope with some aspects of animal health.
    2. There needs to be a fundamental change in the training of vets.
    3. Some jobs could be done by the farmer rather than by a vet.
    Questions 27–30

    What opinion do the students give about each of the following modules on their veterinary science course?

    Choose FOUR answers from the box and write the correct letter, A–F, next to questions 27–30.

    Opinions

    1. Tim found this easier than expected.
    2. Tim thought this was not very clearly organised.
    3. Diana may do some further study on this.
    4. They both found the reading required for this was difficult.
    5. Tim was shocked at something he learned on this module.
    6. They were both surprised how little is known about some aspects of this.
    Modules on Veterinary Science course
    1. ABCDEF Medical terminology
    2. ABCDEF Diet and nutrition
    3. ABCDEF Animal disease
    4. ABCDEF Wildlife medication

    PART 4 Questions 31–40

    Complete the notes below.

    Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.

    Labyrinths
    Definition
    • a winding spiral path leading to a central area
    Labyrinths compared with mazes
    • Mazes are a type of 31 

    32  is needed to navigate through a maze

    − the word ‘maze’ is derived from a word meaning a feeling of 33 

    • Labyrinths represent a journey through life

    −they have frequently been used in 34  and prayer

    Early examples of the labyrinth spiral
    • Ancient carvings on 35  have been found across many cultures
    • The Pima, a Native American tribe, wove the symbol on baskets
    • Ancient Greeks used the symbol on 36 
    Walking labyrinths
    • The largest surviving example of a turf labyrinth once had a big 37  at its center
    Labyrinths nowadays
    • Believed to have a beneficial impact on mental and physical health, e.g., walking a maze can reduce a person’s 38  rate
    • Used in medical and health and fitness settings and also prisons • Popular with patients, visitors and staff in hospitals

    − patients who can’t walk can use ‘finger labyrinths’ made from 39 

    − research has shown that Alzheimer’s sufferers experience less 40