IELTS Listening Sample 28
You will hear a number of different recordings, and you have to answer questions on what you hear. There will be time for you to read the instructions and questions and you will have a chance to check your work.
All the recordings will be played once only. The test is in 4 Parts. At the end of the test, you will be given 10 minutes to transfer your answers to an answer sheet.
Listening Audio: [Click on the Play button to start the recording.]
SECTION 1 Questions 1–10
Questions 1–4
Complete the form below.
Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR NUMBERS for each answer.
Accommodation Request Form
| Example: Name: |
Answer: Sara Lim |
| Age: | 23 |
| Length of time in Australia: | 1 ……………….. |
| Present address: | Flat 1, 539 2 ……………….. Road Canterbury 2036 |
| Present course: | 3 ……………….. English |
| Accommodation required from: | 4 ……………….. , 7th September |
Questions 5–7
Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.
5. Sara requires a
A. single room.
B. twin room.
C. triple room.
6. She would prefer to live with a
A. family.
B. single person.
C. couple.
7. She would like to live in a
A. flat.
B. house.
C. studio apartment.
Questions 8–10
Complete the sentences below.
Write NO MORE THAN ONE WORD for each answer.
8. The ……………….. will be $320.
9. She needs to pay the rent by cash or cheque on a ……………….. basis.
10. She needs to pay her part of the ……………….. bill.
SECTION 2 Questions 11–20
Questions 11–14
Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.
11. When is this year’s festival being held?
A. 1–13 January
B. 5–17 January
C. 25–31 January
12. What will the reviewer concentrate on today?
A. theatre
B. dance
C. exhibitions
13. How many circuses are there in the festival?
A. one
B. two
C. several
14. Where does Circus Romano perform?
A. in a theatre
B. in a tent
C. in a stadium
Questions 15–20
Complete the notes below.
Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.
| Performance | Where | Type of performance | Highlights | Type of audience |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Circus Romano | Clowns and acrobats | Music and 15……………. | 16……………. | |
| Circus Electrica | 17……………. | Dancers and magicians | Aerial displays | 18……………. |
| Mekong Water Puppets | 19……………. | Puppets | Seeing the puppeteers at the end | 20……………. |
SECTION 3 Questions 21–30
Questions 21–25
Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.
21. The man wants information on courses for
A. people going back to college.
B. postgraduate students.
C. business executives.
22. The ‘Study for Success’ seminar lasts for
A. one day.
B. two days.
C. three days.
23. In the seminar the work on writing aims to improve
A. confidence.
B. speed.
C. clarity.
24. Reading sessions help students to read
A. analytically.
B. as fast as possible.
C. thoroughly.
25. The seminar tries to
A. prepare learners physically.
B. encourage interest in learning.
C. develop literacy skills.
Questions 26–30
Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.
26. A key component of the course is learning how to
A. use time effectively.
B. stay healthy.
C. select appropriate materials.
27. Students who want to do the ‘Study for Success’ seminar should
A. register with the Faculty Office.
B. contact their Course Convenor.
C. reserve a place in advance.
28. The ‘Learning Skills for University Study’ course takes place on
A. Monday, Wednesday and Friday.
B. Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.
C. Monday, Thursday and Friday.
29. A feature of this course is
A. a physical training component.
B. advice on coping with stress.
C. a detailed weekly planner.
30. The man chooses the ‘Study for Success’ seminar because
A. he is over forty.
B. he wants to start at the beginning.
C. he seeks to revise his skills.
SECTION 4 Questions 31–40
Questions 31 and 32
Complete the notes below.
Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.
New Union Building
Procedures to establish student opinion:
• students were asked to give written suggestions on the building’s design
• these points informed the design of a 31 ………………..
(there were 32 ……………….. respondents)
• results collated and report produced by Union Committee
Questions 33–37
Complete the table below.
Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.
| CHOICE OF SITE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Site One | Site Two | Site Three | |
| Location | City centre near Faculty of 33……………. | Outskirts near park | Out of town near the 34……………. |
| Advantages and/or disadvantages | Problems with 35……………. and ……………. | Close to 36……………. | Access to living quarters. Larger site, so more 37……………. |
Questions 38
Choose TWO letters A–G.
Which TWO facilities did the students request in the new Union building?
A. a library
B. a games room
C. a student health centre
D. a mini fitness centre
E. a large swimming pool
F. a travel agency
G. a lecture theatre
Questions 39
Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.
Which argument was used AGAINST having a drama theatre?
A. It would be expensive and no students would use it.
B. It would be a poor use of resources because only a minority would use it.
C. It could not accommodate large productions of plays.
Questions 40
Choose TWO letters A–E.
Which TWO security measures have been requested?
A. closed-circuit TV
B. show Union Card on entering the building
C. show Union Card when asked
D. spot searches of bags
E. permanent Security Officer on site
[Source: Cambridge IELTS Book 4]
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