Listening - 1 QUESTIONS

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LISTENING 3 - IELTS LISTENING

TEST 1
SECTION 1
Question 1-5
Complete the table below.
Write ONE WORD AND/OR NUMBERS for each answer.
Question 6 -10
Complete the notes below.
Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.
Notes on Jobs
• Local jobs can be found in the 6 …………………….
• Buy the 7........................to get one free magazine (Job Plus)
• Feel stress and spend a lot of time looking for jobs
• Advisable to go to an 8 ........................ instead of the recruitment seminar
• Bring a student card (10% discount)

• Referee:
- former boss (once had a job)
- one of the 9 ......................... (if not)
• Intend to take the art course
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• Fill out a 10........................ form at the end of the course
SECTION 2
Question 11 - 15
Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.
11 The reason why David is replacing Jane is that
A. she is unwell.
B. she is very busy.
C. she is inexperienced.
12 According to the speaker, what is the problem for the museum currently?
A. lack of staff
B. lack of publicity
C. lack of money
13 Why were the thieves able to successfully steal the statue?

A. The security device is outdated.
B. The security guard is not well-trained.
C. They knew what they were searching for.
14 In order to improve security, they are going to

A. get more closed-circuit television cameras.
B. hire more security guards.
C. buy more computers.
15 What kind of librarian are they looking for?
A. responsible
B. experienced
C. highly-trained
Question 16 - 20 Label the map below.

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Write the correct letter, A-H, next to questions 16-20.
City Museum
16 Box Office ....................

17 Children’s Room ....................
18 Cafe ....................
19 Multimedia Room ....................
20 Showroom ....................
SECTION 3
Question 21 - 26
Willows Studies
21 What field is Willows currently focused on?
A. Specialising in one product
B. making a variety of products
C. adding a lot of retial outlet
22. How did the students feel about the software?

A. The professor contacted the company.
B. An article was read in a newspaper
C. A student work their part-time during the vacations.
23. How did the student fell about the software

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A. It’s not easy to predict.
B. It’s slow for drawing designs
C. It had a good interface.
24 How did the students find out about the effects of the software on the company?
A. They went to the IT department.
B. They talked with the manager.
C. They inspected the accounts.
25 The reason why the students have a face-to-face interview alone is that
A. they could prepare for exams.
B. there will be less disturbance.
C. it's less realistic.
26 How did the two students perform in the exam?

A. very disappointing
B. significantly good
C. above the average
Question 27 - 28
Choose TWO letters, A-E.
In which TWO ways will the new system affect the company?
A. gain more profit
B. employ more new staff
C. increase sales
D. reduce production time
E. cut labour costs
Questions 29 and 30
Choose TWO letters, A
Which TWO effects will the new system have on new clients?
A. getting more involved in the design
B. obtaining more contacts
C. linking at home to do online work
D. wasting less time
E. decreasing labour costs

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SECTION 4
A Survey Research
Results of Questionnaire
• The patients preferred to choose the hospital because of the free 31
service provided.
• Most patients wished the hospital to be 32..........................
• Patients were concerned about prior 33.......................... about the hospital treatment.
Actions in the next year

• improvements on website for local 34.......................... as well as hospital medical staff
• incentive to motivate the members of staff
• extra 35 ........................... for staff’s success in work
• considering the opinions of the 36 ..........................
• improving the effectiveness of 37 ........................... between patients, doctors and
staff
• first-come-first-served system
Recommendation
• A new unit would be built for those who are suffering from 38.......................... disturbance.
• A new ward would be proposed to those in need of 39 ............................. surgery.
• The equipment is advanced enough to do with the treatments.
• More effective 40.......................... is needed to improve the efficiency of communication.

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TEST 2
SECTION 1
Write ONE WORD AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.
Notes on A Part-time Society
Example
Name of society: Leighton Location: (1) ..................... house.
Want: (2) ..................... actors and singers (no experience required) Transportation:
shuttle services (need someone who is able to (3)....................... )
Meeting time: 6:00-8:00pm every 4
………………….
Close time: during 5 …………………. Membership fee
(including 6 ............................................... )
- £40 for employed members (under 30 years of age)
- £ 60 for employed members (30-60 years of age)
- £ 7 for retired or unemployed members (over 60 years of age) Minimum
joining age
- 8 …………………. Most members are
- friendly.
- fond of culture and music.
- 9.......................... authors looking for new experiences to write about in their books
Charity
The children’s 10 ........................ will get the money raised by the annual dinner.
SECTION 2
Questions 11-14
11 What kind of changes is the station making?
A. relocation
B. reconstruction
C. expansion
12 The original buildings on the site were

A. houses.
B. industrial buildings.
C. shops.

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13 Firstly the station intended to use the site as
A. a leisure centre.
B. a car park.
C. a lounge.
14 The new buildings will be situated to the right side of
A. the shopping district.
B. the apartment blocks.
C. the new formal gardens.
Question 15- 20
Label the map below.
Write the correct letter, A-F, next to questions 15-20.
Leisure Complex Plan
15 Cafe
16 Taxi Rank
17 CarPark
18 Passenger Waiting Area
19 Waiting Area for Wheelchair Users
20 Tourist Office
SECTION 3
Questions 21-25
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21 What has Irene recently done?
A. She has almost finished planning the experiment.
B. She is not applying herself enough to her work.
C. She spends a lot of time in the laboratory.
22 What is Bill’s attitude toward Kim?

A. He is grateful for Kim's contribution.
B. He is not fond of Kim's tastes in clothes.
C. He thinks Kim is not good at laboratory work.
23 What does Jen think of the other people in the group?

A. The boys are good at maths which is very helpful.
B. They would fail the experiment without Irene’s contribution.
C. Irene has completed the data analysis so the experiment is nearly done.
24 How did Jen and Bill feel about Linda?

A. She was always submitted her work late for the group work.
B. She was difficult to get in touch with.
C. She thought it was easy to get a high score.
25 Why was Jen invited to the professor’s individual project?

A. She was quite popular among students.
B. She always finished reading all the assignments.
C. She was close to the professor.
Question 26- 30
What task has been given to each person?
Choose FIVE answers from the box and write the correct letter, A-G, next to questions 26-30.
Tasks
A. Abstract
B. Acknowledgement
C. Methodology
D. Bibliography
E. Literature review
F. Results
G. Discussion

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Person
26 Irene ...............
27 Kim ...............
28 Jen ...............
29 Bill ...............
30 Linda ...............
SECTION 4
Nanotechnology
General information
Explanation: manipulation of matter on a minutes scale. Huge investment
in research.
The reason why development of Nanotechnology may be started because of a new type of (31)
………………….
Application
a. Daily lives
- aids in getting (32) ......... from diet
- reduces the cost of (33).............
- improves the (34) .............. of food
b. Agriculture
- use of Nanotechnology has resulted in a spray which increase the efficiency of (35)
in the soil and can be use instead of Artificial chemical.
c. Medical area
- Nanotechnology can help avoid food poisoing.
- Nanotechnology can kill foods’ (36) .............. and make them safe to eat.
- Nanoparticles are injected into the body and allow (37)............. to enter the veins.
- Some certain nanoparticles are able to sterilise more than 650 types of bacteria.
- (38) ......... has the greatest antibacterial qualities.
- Splifferenes help (39) ............... loss programmes.
d. Cosmetics
- Preventing (40) ............... from entering the body avoids skin cancer.

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TEST 3
SECTION 1
Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.
Job Enquiry
Example
- Name: Fredie Lea
- Location: 1 ............... Island
- Starting date: 2.............
- Age: 17
- Four vacancies for 3.............
- Pay: 5.52 per hour
- Qualities required: ability to 4..............
- Duties:
+ Offer table service
+ Look after 5.............
- Extra advantage: ability of the candidate to 6...........
- Benefits:
+ free 7................
+ a 8 .............. will be provided
- Interview arranged for: 9 ............... at 10:00 am
- Need to take
+ a reference letter from employer
+ a bank statement
+ the application form with a 10..........
SECTION 2
Question 11 - 12
Which TWO things are included in the price of the tour?
A. garden gloves
B. ladybugs
C. bush timbering lessons
D. food
E. hummina birds
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Questions 13 and 14
Which TWO facilities of Pine Garden are open today?
A. plant care centre

B. cafe
C. gift shop
D. model town
E. tourist office
Questions 15-20
Choose SIX answers from the box and write the correct letter, A-H, next to questions 15-20.
A. varieties of desert
B. edible plants
C. lawns and lawn alternatives
D. native plants
E. storing water
F. plants attract wildlife
G. unified design
H. soil nutrients
15 Mary
16 Berson
17 Smith
18 Nunee
19 Scanlan
20 Mandelson
SECTION 3
Question 21 - 26
21 How could ancient Africans recognize different stars?
A. by the location of the stars
B. by the way stars affect each other
C. by the distance between two stars
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22 In which way do the Weyaka people like to deal with their money?
A. open bank accounts
B. assist others
C. lend money to others
23 What do the Africans obtain from their suffering?

A. ways of protecting their environment
B. approaches to improving their international status
C. reasons of conquering drought
24 What are the local people concerned with?

A. having enough food
B. getting rid of disease
C. going back to their former environment
25 What is the reason for the declining financial condition of the African people?
A. They find it hard to trade because of the undeveloped transportation system.
B. They have difficulty in mining minerals.
C. They refuse to develop a range of commercial activities.
26 When can the African people expect to stop suffering from starvation?
A. next year
B. in the long-term future
C. in the near future
Question 27 - 30
Complete the sentences below.
Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.
27 A valuable quality of the Africans is …………………to make up for the difficulties of
food transportation.
28 The government intends to pay greater attention to...................................... their plan.
29 Nowadays, the Africans are encouraged to ……………………in an area consistently.
30 For the Weyaka people, it is impolite to visit someone’s home without ……………………
SECTION 4
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Animal Sense
Smell
- Dogs have a greater sense of smell than human beings and are able to tell.
- Some animals can smell odours such as 31..............................recognised by the human nose.
- Some beetles can only distinguish the odours of certain plants.
- Bees, feeling threatened, will use their 32 ................. before they sting.
- Queen bees, which can sting multiple times, use their feet to keep 33.................. over the colony.
- A female 34 .................... decides whether or not to mate with a male according
to the quality of his scent.
Hearing
- Sound through vibrations can be recognized by beetles without ears by using their 35............
- They can locate prey living in 36 .................... by tracking the vibrations.
Sight
- Snakes are able to search for food by detecting 37 .................... from the mouths of their prey.
- They can tell the 38 ...................... of a mouse by detecting its heat.
- After its prey is killed, a snake stores food in its 39........................... and hibernates.
- A snake that goes into a state of hibernation will not eat for a long period of time.
- The 40 ........................ is calculated by snakes before hunting their prey.

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TEST 4
SECTION 1
SECTION 2
Question 11 -16
11 What was Jill surprised to find?
A. Some work to reduce the water usage to her house could be done soon.
B. The house was poorly insulated.
C. She could get financial help.
12 What does Jill say every family can do straight away?

A. Use energy-saving bulbs.
B. Turn down the thermostat.
C. Turn off their appliances completely.
13 What pleased Jill about the energy provider?

A. reduction in price for prompt payment
B. allowing customers to pay online
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C. having a reduction in price of the energy-saving sources
14 What difficulty does Jill have with the energy meters?

A. They are difficult to access.
B. The figures are hard to read accurately.
C. She can’t tell whether they’re for electricity or for gas.
15 What kind of energy-saving method is Jill going to take next?

A. Use an energy-saving boiler.
B. Have the walls checked for their insulation level.
C. Install double-glazed windows.
16 Why is Jill doubtful about renewable energy?

A. She thinks it’s unsuitable for her house.
B. She doesn’t understand the technical details.
C. She believes it’s too expensive.
Question 17 - 18
Which TWO water-saving tips does Jill recommend?
A. use more showers than baths
B. keep the washing machine full before using it
C. boil only as much water as you need
D. turn off the taps while you are brushing your teeth
E. repair leaking taps
Question 19 - 20
Which TWO topics do people most frequently ask about?
A. the ideal temperature setting on the thermostat
B. whether to leave the light on or not
C. whether to use a computer or laptop to watch movies
D. how to work out the operating cost of appliances
E. whether solar panels only work on sunny days

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SECTION 3
Questions 21-25
21 Students may fail the exam if they
A. do not collect primary statistics.
B. copy other people’s work.
C. do not follow the instructions.
22 Why does the man think they should avoid including the pictures of the first volcano in the
presentation?
A. They are not attractive.
B. The time is limited.
C. People have never heard of it.
23 About Mount Fago, a volcano in Mexico or the USA, the man thinks
A. they should not use inaccurate information in the presentation.
B. they should use another example.
C. it does not matter where the volcano is.
24 The woman thinks they should mention Mount Etna since

A. it covers most of the important points.
B. It was formed a long time ago.
C. it has stunning views.
25 They agree to leave out Mount Herton as

A. other students have used it before.
B. it is irrelevant to their topic.
C. there is nothing special about this volcano.
Question 26 - 30
Which statement applies to each of the following situations?
A. make a short film
B. lacked his/her own points
C. neglect the positive aspect
D. watch some documentaries
E. did not prepare beforehand
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F. identify the differences between them.
26 The woman’s last presentation was criticized because it
27 The tutor suggests for the next presentation the woman should
28 People do not know enough about volcanoes and so they
29 The reason why the man felt very nervous is that he
30 They are researching active and extinct volcanoes to
SECTION 4
Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORD ONLY for each answer.
A Chain Store in the UK
Initial expansion
- The company expanded by opening more 31..................... to increase market share in England.
- They could raise capital by reducing the number of branches in southern 32 .....................
Consultation
- They closed the 33 ........................... of the convenience stores in Oxford.
- Over 200 staff had to be transferred and 34..........................
- A new brand image was established to focus on selling 35..........................
The future way
- A 36 ..........................was assigned to hold each discussion.
- Retail stores should be flexible in making 37..........................
- Changes should be introduced in 38.......................... so that the staff can become
accustomed to the new rules.
Conclusion
- Be open-minded about the 39 ............................ for expansion they choose.
- Companies have saved costs by changing the structure of the 40.......................... of department
stores.

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TEST 5
SECTION 1
INCIDENT REPORT
Example
Name: Anna Lumley
Telephone: 1.....................
Date of arrival: 2.....................
Address: 235 3 ............... Road, East sea
The total value of insurance: $ 4................... Missing items:
- lamps and chairs (not expensive)
- furniture and 5...................
- a rocking horse, some 6 .............. and fruit bowls
Items ordered: - a clock
- a 7................
Damaged items: - the 8 ................needs to be replaced
- a 9 ................ of one of the dining chairs is split
- four 10............ were broken
SECTION 2
Question 11 - 17 Label the plane below
Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS or each answers.
Question 18 - 20
18 What kind of food does the restaurant serve every day?

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A. seafood
B. barbecue
C. vegetables
19 What is the feature of the Tiki room?

A. It’s best for newly-wed couples.
B. It’s suitable for families with children.
C. It's a good fit for business people.
20 What did the hotel win an award for recently?

A. good service
B. good facilities
C. environmental protection
SECTION 3
Question 21 - 25
Choose the correct letter, A, B or
21 Why did James choose to work in the bakery?
A. Because it’s close to his home.
B. Because it has a good reputation in the subject area.
C. Because it’s a part of a chain.
22 What was James surprised at in his studies?

A. He finds the theoretical courses easy.
B. He can finish the theoretical courses.
C. He finds the theoretical work interesting.
23 How is James’ course assessed in the first term?

A. The marks are given by students to each other.
B. Self-assessment.
C. It is up to the practical experience.
24 Why has Kate enquired about the English language course?

A. She wants to become an artist.
B. It is her first language.
C. She plans to curate in a gallery.
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25 What else did Kate need to get before going to the college?
A. starting date of the course
B. an offer with scholarships
C. a catalogue of modules
Questions 26-30
What statement applies to each of the following courses?

A. There are a lot of background readings.
B. People stay at the studio where the course is taken.
C. Many outside speakers will give a talk.
D. It’s the most difficult course.
E. Students do their own research.
F. Students need to spend a lot of money on a camera with a good display.
G. Expensive materials need to be bought.
26 History of Art
27 Sculpture
28 Digital Painting
29 Art Theory
30 Photography
SECTION 4
Birds in New Zealand
Facts
- The birds often build their nests along the coastline or next to the 31..............
- In 1984. researchers found that there were 32 ................. of this kind of bird left.
- It is difficult to 33 ...............the number of birds accurately.
Influencing factors
- Human activities, such as 34................ and building homes threaten the bird population.
- The birds are influenced by many species which can eat their 35................
- Natural disasters like 36 .................. can also reduce the population of the birds.
Ways of protection
- The zoo should hire a 37............... to keep the birds from being poached
- The organizer could build 38 ................ to prevent the public from getting closer.
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- People should make more of an effort to protect 39 ................... birds.
- Through the 40 ................. , people will learn more about bird protection

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TEST 6
SECTION 1
Write NO MORE THA N TWO WORDS A ND/OR A NUMBER
Office Rental
Example
Address: 21 North Avenue
- Type of company: 1..............

- Full name: Jonathan Smith
- Position: 2..............
- Location: near the 3..............
- No. of people: 30
- Preferred size of the area: 4 .............. ft2
- Requirements: 24-hour 5...............
6 ................ on ground floor
- Preferred facilities: a (an) 7 ............. to cook in
a (an) 8 ............. away from the workspace
- No. of power sockets: 40
- Daily exercise: a (an) 9..............
- Unnecessary: 10................
- Other requirements: WIFI
- Arrangement of viewing: 3 pm on Thursday
SECTION 2
Questions 11-14
11 The reason why this island attracts so many tourists is that
A. it’s a good place to relax.
B. the transport is very convenient.
C. the ticket price is relatively low.
12 What is recommended to bring when you visit the island?

A. a raincoat
B. a sun umbrella

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C. a helmet
13 What is the most popular attraction at the resort?

A. the rose garden
B. the sunset
C. the freshwater pond
14 What could possibly surprise visitors to the island?

A. the size of the island
B. a wide range of wildlife
C. making new friends
Questions 15-20
What characteristic has been offered for each facility?
Choose SIX answers from the box and write the correct letter, A-G, next to questions
Characteristic
A. old prison
B. stunning view
C. street art
D. gallery
E. gift shopping
F. bird watching
G. cycling
H. maritime museum
Facility
15 tourist centre
16 mountain
17 small theatre
18 art museum
19 pond
20 ancient building
SECTION 3
Questions 21-24
What feature is there for each character in the novels?
Choose FOUR answers from the box and write the correct letter.
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A is deliberately cruel to other people.

B acts with childish innocence.
C resents previous events.
D pays attention to appearance.
E acts in a foolish way.
F has insight into human nature.
21. Rosy
22. Flory
23. Lizzie
24. Estelle
Questions 25 and 26: Choose TWO letters, A-E.

A. What are the speakers’ opinions about the literature lectures?
B. They are too noisy for virtual learning.
C. They are well structured.
D. There is insufficient time for discussion.
E. They always start punctually.
F. They are too shy to take part in discussions.
Questions 27 and 28 Choose TWO letters, A-E.

What improvements can be made in the near future?
A. enhancing IT support
B. providing more computers
C. finding a good librarian
D. buying some new photocopying machines
E. becoming a good group leader
Questions 29 and 30 Choose TWO letters, A-E.

What do the speakers think of the group discussions?
A. The class is too large.
B. It’s easy to find time to meet.
C. Group sizes are suitable.
D. The class time is properly managed.
E. They find that the class is very effective.

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SECTION 4
History of Music in Britain
In the 18th century
- During the Industrial Revolution people moved to cities to work in the 31....................
- In the 1850s, the culture was influenced greatly by 32................from different countries.
- Originally music reflected the work life of different 33 ............. in those days.
- Different songs were created in the same 34 ..................... , although people were
from a variety of nations.
- The songs written by the workers during this period mainly came from their feelings about
harsh 35.......................
- Some small musical works were composed by people who were protesting against difficult
living conditions.
- The musical trends were led by 36 ................. performers.
In the 19th century
- During this period, some musical groups had expanded their popularity among 37………............
- In the late 1870s, the 38 ........................came into contact with these flourishing
musical traditions.
- Some music produced by these groups is still preserved in museums.
Nowadays
- These musical genres still exert an influence on 39 ..................... culture.
- Enthusiastic fans are still collecting and keeping the 40.................... of music from those
days.

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TEST 7
SECTION 1
Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.
Wildlife Conservation Society Application for membership
Heard of WCS from: 1..........................
Address: 21 Beel Street, Leeds
Postcode: 2..........................
Phone number: 01173 58642
E-mail address: 3 mj@..........................
Length of membership: 4 ........................... years
Type of membership: 5 ..........................
Fee: 6 £ ..........................
Payment details: direct debit
Name of bank: 7 ..........................
Account name: Michael Jones Account
number: 01059612
Date of first payment: 8 ..........................
Reference number: 9 .......................... Other requests:
- extra information pack
- 10 ..........................
SECTION 2
Question 11—18
Spring Festival
Event Location Date and Time Other Information
Near the Pack a
Firework display 4 September 9 pm
11 ……………. 12 ………………….
Buses run from the
town centre every
Display of
Central Park Daily 14………………….
13 ………………….
minutes
10 -15 September
The 15 ……………. Exhibition Centre
9 am – 10 pm
“Grow Your in the
11 -19 September
Imagination” 16 …………….

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Saturday matinee
in the 17 & 18 Performance at
“Swing in Spring”
17 …………… September 18 ………………….
Question 19 and 20
19 In the Spring Festival competition, you can win
A. a family pass to “Balloons Down Under” .
B. a cheque for $200.
C. a flight in a hot air balloon.
20 You can get an entry form for the competition from

A. the radio station.
B. the newspaper.
C. the Festival's website
SECTION 3
Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.
Archaeology Course
• Can be combined with any other subject except 21 ………………….
• Has three 22 ...................... modules in first semester?
Module 1
Title: 23 ………………….
Lecturer: Dr. Morris
Learning method: Lectures and practical sessions Content:
Based on processes
• recording
• 24 ………………….
• interpretation
• display
Assessment: By 25 ………………….
Module 2
Title: 26 ………………….
Lecturer: Prof.Elliot

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Content: 27 ..................... and development of built environments
Assessment: By 28 .................... examination
Module 3
Title: Method and Science
Lecturer: Dr. Thompson
Content: Standard techniques in fieldwork and analysis Learning
method: 50% lab work, 50% 29 ………………….
Site survey at end of module (the 30 ...................... is to be announced later)
SECTION 4
Questions 31—33
31 What impact does Marc Prensky believe that digital technology has had on young people?
A. It has altered their thinking patterns.
B. It has harmed their physical development.
C. It has limited their brain capacity.
32 “Digital immigrants” tend to access computers

A. using their native language.
B. less efficiently than young people.
C. for less important information.
33 What example is given of having a “digital accent” ?

A. Having less effective typing skills.
B. Doing thing the old-fashioned way.
C. Being unable to understand instructions.
Questions 34—40
Which theorist makes each of the following points?
Write the correct letter, A, B or C, next to questions 34—40.
Points made
34 Current teaching methods don’t work
35 Many students don’t understand computers.
36 Computer technology doesn’t interest all students.
37 Students can still learn the traditional way.
38 Students still need to learn research skills.
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39 We should use computer games to teach.
40 Computers can’t replace educators.
Theorists
A Allen
B James
C Vander

TEST 8
SECTION 1
Questions 1—5
Transport from Bayswater
ExampleAnswer Destination Harbour City
• Express train leaves at 1 ………………….
• Nearest station is 2 ………………….
• Number 706 buss Goes to 3 ………………….
• Number 4 ...................... bus goes to station
• Earlier bus leaves at 5 ………………….
Questions 6—10
Write NO MORE THAN ONE WORD AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.
Transport Cash fare Card fare
Bus 6$ …………………. $1.50
Train(peak) $10 $10
Train (off-peak) - before $10 8$ ………………….
5pm or after
(7 .................... pm)
9......................ferry $4.50 $3.55

Tourist ferry $35 -
(10 ………………….)
Tourist ferry (whole day) $65 -
Questions 11—14
Which counsellor should you see?
Write the correct letter. A, B or C, next to questions 11—14.
A Louise Bagshaw
B Tony Denby
C Naomi Flynn
11 If it is your first time seeing a counsellor.

12 If you are unable to see a counsellor during normal office hours.
13 If you do not have an appointment.
14 If your concerns are related to anxiety.
Questions 15-20
Workshop Content Target group
what you need to succeed
Adjusting 15 ..................... students
academically
use time effectively, find
Getting Organised 16 ........................ between all students
study and leisure
talking with staff,

communicating across all students, especially
Communicating 17 ………………….
cultures
18…………………….
breathing techniques, students about to sit
Anxiety exams
meditation, etc.
staying on track for long 20 ......................... students

19 …………………….
periods only
Questions 21—30
Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.
Novel: 21 …………………….
Protagonists: Mary Lennox; Colin Craven Time period:
Early in 22 …………………….
Plot: Mary—> UK — meets Colin who thinks he’ll never be able to 23 …………………….
They become friends.
Point of view: “Omniscient” – narrator knows all about characters’ felling, opinions and 24
……………….
Audience: Good for children— story simple to follow. Symbols (physical
items that represent 25........................................................ ):
• the robin redbreast
• 26 …………………….
• the portrait of Mistress Craven Motifs (patterns in the story):
• the Garden of Eden
• secrecy — metaphorical and literal transition from
• 27 ……………………. Themes: Connections between
• 28 ........................ and outlook
• 29 ........................ and well-being
• individuals and the need for 30 …………………….
SECTION 4
Time Perspectives
Time Zone Outlook Features & Consequences
Remember good time, e.g. birthdays. Keep family
Positive
Past records, photo albums, etc.
31 ………………. Focus on disappointments, failures, bad decisions.
Live for 32 …………; seek sensation; avoid pain.
Hedonistic
Life is governed by 33 .......................... religious

Present
beliefs, social conditions. Life's path can't be
Fatalistic
changed.
34 ………………. Prefer work to play. Don't give in to temptation.
Future Have a strong belief in life after death and
Fatalistic
importance of 35 ......................... in life.
Questions 31—35. Write one word only for each answer
36 We are all present hedonists …………………….

A at school.
B at birth.
C while eating and drinking.
37 American boys drop out of school at a higher rate than girls because …….
A they need to be in control of the way they learn.
B they play video games instead of doing school work.
C they are not as intelligent as girls.
38 Present-orientated children …………………….

A do not realise present actions can have negative future effects.
B are unable to learn lessons from past mistakes.
C know what could happen if they do something bad, but do it anyway.

39 If Americans had an extra day per week, they would spend it …………………….
A working harder.
B building relationships.
C sharing family meals.
40 Understanding how people think about time can help us …………………….

A become more virtuous.
B work together better.
C identify careless or ambitious people.

TEST 9
SECTION 1
THEATRE ROYAL PLYMOUTH Booking Form
Example
Performance The Impostor
Date: Saturday 1 …………………….
Time: 2 …………………….
Tickets: three adults and one child
Seats in: the 3 …………………….
Seat row/number(s) 4 …………………….
Method of delivery: Post
Total payment: £39 Card details:
Type: 5 …………………….
Number: 6 …………………….
Name: Mr.J. 7 …………………….
Address: 8 ........................ Street, London
9 …………………….
Additional requests: put on the mailing list book 10 …………………….
SECTION 2
Questions 11—17
Label the plan of the rock festival site below.
Choose SEVEN answers from the box and write the correct letter, A—I
A art exhibition
B band entrance
C car park
D craft fair
E exhibitions’ entrance
F fringe stage
G lock-up garages
H main stage
I restaurant

Question 18 - 20
18 To show you are an official visitor, you have to wear the ......................... provided.
19 Car blocking paths could prevent access by .........................in an emergency.
20 To reclaim items from storage, you must show your ……………………. .
SECTION 3
Questions 21—23
Which THREE factors does Marco’s tutor advise him to consider when selecting a course?
A possibility of specialisation
B relevance to future career
C personal interest
D organization of course
E assessment methods
F range of topics
G reputation of lecturer
Questions 24—27
24 Why does Marco’ s tutor advise him to avoid the Team Management course?

A It will repeat work that Marco has already done.
B It is intended for students at a lower level than Marco.
C It may take too much time to do well.
25 Why does Marco want to do a dissertation?

A He thinks it will help his future career.
B He would like to do a detailed study.
C He has already done some work for it.
26 What does Marco’s tutor think about the dissertation outline?

A The topic is too narrow to be useful.
B The available data may be unsuitable.
C The research plan is too complicated.
27 What does Marco decide to do about his dissertation?

A Contact potential interviewees.
B Change to another topic.
C Discuss it with Professor Briggs.
Questions 28—30
Practical details
28 A first draft of the dissertation should be completed by the end of …………………….
29 The dissertation should be registered with the........................... of the department.
30 Marco should get a copy of the statistic software from the ……………….
SECTION 4
Questions 31—33
The Tiger Shark
Origin of name: its dark bands Size: 6.5
metres (maximum)
Preferred habitat: near to the 31 …………………….
Typical food: other sea creatures but also 32 ……………………. produced by humans.
Paine Island area: studies show tiger sharks are mainly found here during the 33 (when
turtles are nesting)
Questions 34—38
Shark Tagging Process
Pieces of 34.........................were attached to lines as bait.
The lines were 35......................... regularly.
The hooked shark was brought to the 36 .......................... and secured.
The shark was measured and tagged, and tissue removed for research. Large sharks: an
acoustic tag was fitted or a 37 .................................................... was attached.
The shark was 38 ........................ and could be tracked.
Questions 39 and 40
39 The purpose of the research was to understand the tiger sharks is …………………….
A reproductive patterns.
B migration patterns.
C feeding patterns.
40 Observations showed that, in general, tiger sharks …………………….

A change depths frequently.
B usually avoid the surface of the water.
C often spend long periods on the ocean floor.

TEST 10
SECTION 1
Student Accommodation
Type Cost Contract
Standards 3276 per year 36 weeks
Ensuite: 1 (Rooms not
Exampl College: Single available
……………………. during
e room
£per year (meals are not 2 the
…………………
included)
….)
3 ……………………. £ 150 per week —all Arrangements are
Room with a family inclusive 4 …………………….
From £ 275 to £490 per
month additional costs (for
this year) 6 months
• gas and electricity 6 Need
Private renting: Room in a
£.................................... per • 9 …………………….
share house or a
5 ……………………. month approx. • two 10
…………………….
• 7 ……………………. £9
• 8 …………………….
SECTION 2
Questions 11—18
11 The Heritage Clothes exhibition was put together by
A museum staff.
B local residents.
C clothing manufacturers.
12 The photographs show the clothes worn by …………………….

A their owners.
B professional models.
C design students.
13 The exhibition called Toys from the Past is …………………….

A displayed in a new gallery.
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B on show for a limited time.
C aimed specially at children.
14 Visitors to Toys from the Past are recommended to …………………….

A play with the toy trains.
B look at all the dolls.
C see the board games.
15 The miniature toys have been …………………….

A made by the museum.
B bought by the museum.
C borrowed by the museum.
16 The biscuit factory made tins …………………….

A for people all over the world.
B of different shapes.
C for many famous people.
17 People's favourite biscuit used to be…………………….

A an unsweetened one.
B one covered in chocolate.
C one filled with cream.
18 The hands-on activity allows people to

A make some biscuits.
B taste some of the biscuits.
C pack a biscuit tin.
Questions 19 and 20
19 The gift shop is located beside the......................... on the ground floor.
20 Free ........................ are available for visitors’ belongings.
SECTION 3
Questions 21—24 Pacific tapa cloth
21 Pacific tapa cloth is different from other types of tapa cloth because it is
…………………….
A The only tapa made today.
B Better quality than others.
C Put to a wider range of uses.
22 What does Helen say about the paper mulberry tree?

A It is also a source of food.
B It is not native to the Pacific.
C It can grow in any environment.
23 Why did Maori people of New Zealand stop making tapa?

A They could not find the right trees in New Zealand.
B They were introduced to other fabrics by the Europeans.
C They found a better material for making fabric.
24 Large pieces of tapa are made from smaller pieces which are
A Stuck together.
B Woven together.
C Sewn together.
Questions 25—30
According to the speakers, what function has tapa cloth played in the following countries?
Functions
A recreational
B practical
C spiritual
D commercial
Countries
25 Samoa
26 Tonga
27 Cook Islands
28 Fiji
29 Tahiti
30 Tikopia
SECTION 4

Question 31 and 32
31 Participants in the learner Persistence study were all drawn from the same …………
A age group.
B geographical area.
C socio-economic level.
32 The study showed that when starting their course, older students were most concerned about
…………………….
A effects on their home life.
B implications for their future career.
C financial constraints.
Questions 33—37
Research findings
Social and
Environmental Personal
Other Factors Characteristics
Factors
First level of Perceived success Enjoyment of a

Effective support
importance in study 33
…………………….
Positive Many
Second level of experiences at Good
importance 36 ......................... in
34 35
……………………. ……………………. daily life
Good interaction Capacity for

Third level of with the multi-tasking
importance No family problems
37
…………………….
Questions 38—40
Recommendations
• Ask new students to complete questionnaires to gauge their level of 38
…………………….
• Train selected students to act as 39 …………………….
• Outside office hours, offer 40 ............................. help.
• Follow up students who miss deadlines.

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13 Why were the thieves able to successfully steal the statue?

14 In order to improve security, they are going to

15 What kind of librarian are they looking for?

Question 16 - 20 Label the map below.

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16 Box Office ....................

22. How did the students feel about the software?

23. How did the student fell about the software

26 How did the two students perform in the exam?

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Actions in the next year

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12 The original buildings on the site were

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22 What is Bill’s attitude toward Kim?

23 What does Jen think of the other people in the group?

24 How did Jen and Bill feel about Linda?

25 Why was Jen invited to the professor’s individual project?

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A. plant care centre

23 What do the Africans obtain from their suffering?

24 What are the local people concerned with?

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12 What does Jill say every family can do straight away?

13 What pleased Jill about the energy provider?

14 What difficulty does Jill have with the energy meters?

15 What kind of energy-saving method is Jill going to take next?

16 Why is Jill doubtful about renewable energy?

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24 The woman thinks they should mention Mount Etna since

25 They agree to leave out Mount Herton as

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19 What is the feature of the Tiki room?

20 What did the hotel win an award for recently?

22 What was James surprised at in his studies?

23 How is James’ course assessed in the first term?

24 Why has Kate enquired about the English language course?

What statement applies to each of the following courses?

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- Type of company: 1..............

12 What is recommended to bring when you visit the island?

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13 What is the most popular attraction at the resort?

14 What could possibly surprise visitors to the island?

A is deliberately cruel to other people.

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

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

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

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