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Introduction…………………………………………………………………. 9 The IELTS Test………………………………………………………………… 10 Improvement Tips…………………………………………………………..12 The Day of the Test..……………………………………………………….16
1Listening……………………………………………………………………….1 8 The Listening Test…………………………………………………………...20 Listening Test Answer Sheet………………………………………….…23 Listening Tests 15…………………………………………………………...24 Reading……………………………………. 2…………………………………..58 The Reading Test……………………………………………………………..60 Reading Test Answer Sheet……………………………………………..63 Reading Tests 15…………………………………………………………….64 Writing………………………………………………………………………… 3134 The Writing Test……………………………………………………………..136 Writing Test Answer Sheet……………………………………………..139 Writing Tests 15…………………………………………………………….143
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Answers and Transcripts……………….……………………………… 165 Acknowledgments…………………………. …………………………….204 Own the Complete Series………………. …………………………….205
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INTRODUCTION
THE IELTS TEST
INTRODUCTION TEST……………………………………..
ABOUT
THE
IELTS
The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) was introduced in 1989 to help universities and colleges assess the English skills of applicants wishing to study or train in the English language. It continues to be used for this purpose and is also used as a general test of English for immigration and employment in many countries.
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11 Candidates must choose to sit either the Academic or the General Training IELTS test. The Academic IELTS test is for individuals who plan to study in English at university (undergraduate or postgraduate level), and is designed to test the understanding and use of complex academic language. The General Training IELTS test is suitable for individuals requiring a more general level of English proficiency for college, high school, employment or immigration purposes. The IELTS test is divided into four sections: Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking. All candidates sit the same Listening and Speaking test. However, Academic and General Training candidates each sit a different Reading and Writing test. Detailed information on each test is provided at the beginning of each unit in this book.
THE TEST FORMAT…………………………………………………..
INTRODUCTION CONTINUED HOW THE IELTS TEST IS MARKED …… There is no pass or fail mark in the IELTS test. Candidates are marked on a band scale of 1 to 9 in each part of the test. These bands classify a candidate’s ability to use and understand English in particular contexts, and correspond PREPARE FOR IELTS PRACTICE TESTS
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approximately to the categories of English proficiency as listed below.
Band 9
Expert User
Band 8
Very Good User
Band 7
Good User
Band 6
Competent User
Band 5
Modest User
Band 4
Limited user
Band 3
Extremely Limited User
Band 2
Intermittent User
Band 1
Non User
Band 0
No Original English Used
The Test Results Form (TRF) contains a score for each part of the test as well as an average (overall) band score. Depending on various English language requirements, individual universities, organisations and countries decide which IELTS band score is suitable for their applicants. For more information on IELTS you can visit the IELTS website at www.ielts.org or ask your IELTS centre for a copy of The IELTS Handbook.
IMPROVEMENT TIPS
INTRODUCTION CONTINUED TIPS ON IMPROVING YOUR ENGLISH FOR IELTS…………. Candidates may sit the IELTS test as many times as they wish. However, it should be understood that the average
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learner requires approximately 400 hours of instruction and study to progress just one band level in IELTS. Before sitting the test it is important and helpful to: 1. Familiarise yourself with the test FORMAT (page 13) F 2. Improve your TEST skills with practice tests (page 14) T 3. USE your English skills every day (page 15) U Many candidates enroll in an IELTS Preparation Course at a language school to help them prepare fully for the test. Combined with independent study, and daily practice using the English language, a preparation course will help candidates achieve their target band score. (See page 17 for an overview of what an IELTS course will usually cover.)
INTRODUCTION CONTINUED …………..
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1 KNOW THE FORMAT
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An important part of preparing for the IELTS test is understanding the test structure. What are the sections of the test? Which section comes first? Second? How much time is allowed for each section? How many questions are there? How long must I speak for? Familiarise yourself with the question types used. There are many different types of questions, and they do not all appear in each test version. However, knowing different question types will save you time because you will interpret the questions in the test more easily. Once you are familiar with the test format, you will be more relaxed. You can focus on answering the questions rather than worrying about how many questions there are or how much time you have left.
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INTRODUCTION CONTINUED ………………………..
T
2 PRACTISE THE TEST
Effective test skills will best demonstrate your language skills during the short examination time. The first skill to practice is timing. You should practice reading and writing under time constraints. Try speed reading every day. Read short passages in a fixed time (for example, set yourself three minutes to read the passage quickly). You will not understand everything in the first reading but you will become more familiar with skimming a text to get a general idea of its main points. You can then return to the text later to pay more attention to certain parts. Similarly, try writing for a set period of time every day. For this exercise, total accuracy is not necessary; rather, you are practicing getting your ideas down on paper quickly. Set yourself a different topic each day (such as computers, family or different countries), and write as much as you can for five minutes. Write notes to your friends or short descriptions of something you have seen. Your speed will improve gradually, and this will be very useful in the test when you must write a certain number of words for each task in a set period of time. Start with the tests in this book. Complete each under test conditions then afterwards look at them again. What type of questions were asked in each section? Multiple choice? Short answers? Matching parts of sentences? Filling in diagrams? Think about the kinds of questions and what they are asking you to do. If you had problems with any, do them again, slowly, so that you are sure of what you are doing. Always read the test questions carefully. Do not assume that they will be exactly the same as the practice tests! You might like to sit a real IELTS test ‘just for practice’. You will get to know how it works, and can practice working under test conditions. Then, when you are ready to take the IELTS test, you will be familiar with the format and will have already practiced your test skills. If this is not possible, ask other students who have already taken the IELTS test about their experience. Find out which tasks they think require the most preparation.
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INTRODUCTION CONTINUED ……………
3 USE ENGLISH EVERY DAY
This is where the hard work lies. Test practice and knowing the format will help you in the IELTS test by leaving you free to concentrate on your language skills. However, you will need to work hard to improve these skills. The IELTS test measures the extent to which candidates possess the language skills needed for study, employment or everyday life. For this reason it includes tasks that might be found in real-life situations. Therefore, you will not be able to simply memorise answers. Your IELTS score will reflect your language ability and how you apply it to certain situations.
If you enroll in an IELTS Preparation Course your teacher will introduce and extend a range of skills such as those highlighted on page 17. If you do not enroll in an IELTS Preparation Course you should try to immerse yourself in the English language. Most experts agree that this is the quickest way to improve. This may be difficult if you live in a non-English speaking country. However, try to find English interest groups, go to English films, listen to English on the radio, join on online chat room and read English books and magazines. In an English speaking country this is much easier. Try to spend as much of your day as possible using English. You will probably end up dreaming in English too!
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THE DAY OF THE TEST Follow these simple suggestions to help ensure the day of the test goes smoothly.
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Plan to arrive early (perhaps half an hour) so that if you have unexpected transport problems, or some other delay, you will have enough time to sort them out before the test starts. There is nothing worse than arriving late, upset or flustered. You need all your mental energy for the test! Don’t you worry about the parts of the test that are finished, or those yet to come. Concentrate fully on the test you have in front of you. Use your time carefully. Don’t spend too much time on one answer if it means not answering other questions properly. If you finish early use the time to check your answers carefully. You might notice a wrong answer and gain extra marks!
A FINAL WORD
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The practice tests in this book are designed to help you understand the nature of the IELTS test. You cannot use your results in these tests to accurately predict your performance in a real IELTS test conducted under test conditions. You can, however, use the practice tests to understand the test format and question types which you are likely to encounter. Try to relax and do some activities which you enjoy. An occasional break from your studies will give you fresh energy and motivation to continue studying hard! The night before you sit IELTS, go to bed early and get plenty of rest! Good luck!
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INTRODUCTION CONTINUED
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AREAS COVERED BY AN IELTS PREPARATION COURSE*
GENERAL
Understanding the format of the IELTS Test Practising and consolidating skills for answering all question types Practising and consolidating strategies for all questions types Understanding the assessment criteria
LISTENING
Understanding varieties of spoken English,
including Australian, British, American, Canadian, New Zealand Developing previewing and predicting skills Recognising repetition Recognising intonation patterns (questions, surprise,
etc)
words)
READING
words/phrases
Identifying specific information Following an exchange of information Listening for cues (key words, headings, signpost
Skimming (for general understanding) Scanning (for specific information) Recognising how information is organized Recognising facts, opinions and viewpoints Inferring meaning from context Understanding the relationship between
Building vocabulary
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Organising information logically in an essay, summary or letter Using examples and evidence to support an argument Using appropriate structures and language for different tasks Adjusting style according to purpose Building vocabulary range
SPEAKING
Interacting with other speakers Organising ideas coherently Practising fluency Giving expanded answers using compound and complex sentences Using and understanding common phrases and expressions Building vocabulary range Describing, expressing opinions, making comparisons, speculating and giving examples Developing confidence *Refer to Prepare for IELTS: Skills and Strategies. Book One: Listening and Speaking and Book Two: Reading and Writing. UTS: INSEARCH.
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‘I try to listen to at least four or five English speaking radio or television programs each week. I find this really helps my comprehension.’
UNIT ONE About the Listening Test……………………..20 After the Practice Listening Test………….22 Listening Test Answer Sheet………………..23 Practice Listening Tests Listening Test 1……………………………………24 Listening Test 2……………………………………30 Listening Test 3……………………………………36 Listening Test 4……………………………………44 Listening Test 5……………………………………50
LISTENING
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UNIT ONE THE LISTENING TEST
Practice Listening Tests ………………………
ABOUT THE LISTENING TEST
IELTS Test Format
1. Listening
2. Reading 3. Writing 4. Speaking Time Approximately 30 minutes
Number of Questions 40 Questions Procedure The listening is played ONCE only. With each section you will be given time to read the questions, write your answers on the question paper while you listen, and then check your answers. At the end of the test you will be given 10 minutes to transfer your answers to the Listening Answer Sheet. You will hear a range of English accents and dialects, including Australian, British, American, Canadian, New Zealand and Irish. Structure Sections 1 and 2 focus on social situations. Section 1 A conversation between two speakers talking about everyday situations, such as opening a bank account or asking for directions. Section 2 A talk given by one person about a topic of general interest, such as a tour, concert or excursion. PREPARE FOR IELTS PRACTICE TESTS
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Question
Sections 3 and 4 focus on study-related topics or educational mini-lectures or talks. Section 3 A discussion between two to four people about an education-related topic, such as a school project or a topic covered in a course. Section 4 A lecture on a general academic topic. Types A variety of questions are used, chosen from the following types: short answer questions multiple choice matching classification summary note or sentence completion labelling a map or diagram table completion form completion flow-chart completion
Listening Skills*
It is important to use your listening skills so that you are able to answer the 40 questions quickly and accurately. The skills which will help you complete the tasks include: predicting, ie what the listening passage is about identifying specific information, ie names, dates, numbers etc. recognizing repetition, ie spotting information that has been repeated matching spoken numbers to written listening for cues, ie identifying key words in the question recognizing the roles of speakers identifying attitudes, opinions, views and facts understanding sequencing, ie how information is ordered and linked identifying signpost words following instructions and directions
Listening Strategies*
Follow instructions carefully. Read the instructions for each set of questions carefully. Check how many words and/or numbers you need to write.
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Check whether you need to choose your answer from a list and write the corresponding letter. Check how many answers you need for 1 mark. Before each listening section is played, always read through the questions quickly and carefully. Predict what the listening passage is about. How many speakers will there be? Where are they? Identify the key words in the questions. Do you know any words with a similar meaning (synonyms), an opposite meaning or can you paraphrase the meaning? You will need to listen out for these clues. Think about the kind of information you are listening for, e.g. name, place, date, time. Note the order in which the questions are given. Concentrate throughout the listening test. Use the given information in the questions to guide you throughout the recording. When writing an answer keep looking ahead to the next question. If you miss a question, leave it and move on to the next so that you can maximize the number of correct answers. Transfer your answers carefully onto the Listening Answer Sheet. You have 10 minutes to do this. Be mindful of that time. Use a pencil and write clearly. Check your spelling and grammar. *Refer to Prepare for IELTS: Skills and Strategies.
Book One: Listening and Speaking. UTS:INSEARCH.
UNIT ONE THE LISTENING TEST Practice Listening Tests TEST………………………..
AFTER THE PRACTICE LISTENING
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After completing each practice test consider the following statements and tick any that apply to you. I have never practiced such questions before.
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I do not make good use of preview or review time. T I cannot listen and read the questions at the same time.
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I do not understand what the question is asking me to do.
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I do not understand what I hear.
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Using the letter in bold, refer to pages 13-15 for an explanation of how you can improve in these areas.
LISTENING TEST ANSWER SHEET Practice Listening Tests
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You may photocopy or reproduce this page.
TRANSFER your answers from the Listening question pages to this Answer Sheet at the end of the Listening Test. Use one Answer Sheet for each Practice Listening Test.
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QUESTIONS 1-10 QUESTIONS 1-10
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TAMWORTH ENGLISH SCHOOL REQUEST FOR SPECIAL LEAVE Exampl
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Course Teacher's name ❸ Visa expiry date ❹ Term ❺ Leave dates ❻ to Absence ❼ Reason ❽ Distance ❾ When Leaving ❿
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QUESTIONS 11-20 QUESTIONS 11-15
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LISTENING TEST 1 CONTINUED
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Answer the questions below. Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.
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Which places does Martha hope to get to?
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What else has been planned later in the conference?
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How has contact been maintained between Martha and her teacher?
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What has Martha forgotten to do?
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What is the code to set the burglar alarm?
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QUESTIONS 21-30 QUESTIONS 21-27 Complete the notes below. Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.
GOVERNMENT OF PATONGA Criticism of education policies
increasing 21___________ affects 22____________and older workers jobs lost because of 23_____________
Schemes implemented by government
financial assistance and retraining allowance paid for 24__________work in the community
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learning practical work skills
Assessment of these schemes
difficult to administer program need job training more suited to country’s 25_________ necessary because of unskilled workers
Retraining programs
funding for employee training in the use of 26_________ tax deductions for employers for new technology country needs skilled workers if successful, 27__________ will disappear QUESTIONS 28-30 Which opinion does each person express about the government’s educational policy and the employment of the young? Choose your answer from the box below and write the correct letter. AF, next to questions 28-30.
A B
government’s track record could be improved educational programs for long-term unemployed don’t go far enough government policy only addresses the basic educational needs of long-term unemployed youth unemployed is not as dire as people think the status of vocational training needs to be improved vocational education has successfully grown by 40 percent
C D E F
28____ 29____ 30____
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QUESTIONS 32-36
Complete the table below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.
LISTENI NG
SECTION FOUR CONTINUED . .. QUESTIONS 37-40 Complete the summary below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.
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Tube, but a 37_______________ transport system above ground. Equally effective, but also 38__________ and fast are the Mass Transit Railway, buses and ferries in Hong Kong. Carrying thousands of people 39___________, Paris has an effective underground railroad, and though New York’s subway system is as efficient, it is considered to be dangerous by many because of 40_____________. Finally, Sydney also falls in the category of having good transportation but its system is only partly underground.
LISTENING TEST 2 SECTION ONE
QUESTIONS 1-10 QUESTIONS 1-6
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SECTION ONE CONTINUED………….. QUESTIONS 7-10 Label the plan below. Write the appropriate letter, A-H, next to questions 7-10.
7 8 9 10
Reception Area _______________________ Fees Office ______________________ Bookshop ______________________ Travel Agency ______________________
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LISTENING TEST 2 CONTINUED
SECTION TWO
QUESTIONS 11-20 QUESTIONS 11-16 Complete the notes below.
Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.
HEALTH PROBLEM: TYPE 2 DIABETES
Lifestyle disease linked to: Being overweight ⓫ _______________ sedentary lifestyle age Theory: combination of being less active and ⓬ __________
Healthy eating
taking in fewer calories learning about healthy shopping reading ⓭ ______________ eating lots of wholegrains, fruit and vegetables
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preparing food using ⓮ __________of healthier fats, e.g. olive oil, avocado eating fish 2x/week
Physical activity
keep active throughout the day to help burn energy gain health benefit from ⓯__________of activity most days goal achievable without any ⓰__________ take exercise regularly, not seriously QUESTIONS 17-20
Answer the questions below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer. 17 What distance is covered by walking around the mall three times? 18 What does management provide as a community service? 19 Who determines the appropriate level of exercise needed? 20 When is the presentation of getting a good night’s sleep?
SECTION THREE .
QUESTIONS 21-30 QUESTIONS 21-24
Complete the table below. Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.
QUESTIONS 25-30
Complete the summary below.
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Music can stimulate and also have a calming effect on the body. When listening to 25________music, the heart tends to beat faster. Being stimulated the blood flows faster. It is no surprise that the opposite would occur with 26_______ music. The heart beats gently and therefore has a calming effect. Melodies which are relaxing tend to have 27_______ rhythms, much like the sound of crashing waves on the beach. Described as predictable, they are sedating and relaxing. On the other hand, rhythms which are unpredictable, such as those found in 28________ and discordant music tend to excite and stimulate. These generalisations about music, though true are far from 29__________. Researchers still want to know how culture influences people’s musical 30___________.
SECTION FOUR
LISTENING TEST 2 CONTINUED QUESTIONS 31-40 QUESTIONS 31-33
Choose THREE letters, A-H. What THREE things does the speaker say are the biggest risks to health? A B C D E F G
eating foods high in saturated fats nicotine dependence damage from sunlight smoking consuming alcoholic drinks effects of the sun hazards from pollution
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35 H lifestyle factors
QUESTIONS 34 Choose the appropriate letter, A, B or C. 34
A well-funded education campaign will
A help in dealing with depression. B help to improve men’s health. C advance the standards of public health.
QUESTIONS 35-40 Complete the sentences below. Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer. 35 36 37 38 39 40
The Surgeon-General contends that many illnesses could be prevented by_____________________. Having a __________________________ for walking can make your exercise routine more pleasurable. Repetitive strain injuries occur in sports such as rowing because the same __________________________ is performed repeatedly. One important way of preventing sport injury is to do ______________________________exercises. Injuries can also be reduced by using ___________________________ techniques. Players who require eye-hand co-ordination such as footballer, do ____________________________exercises.
LISTENING TEST 3 SECTION ONE
QUESTIONS 1-10 QUESTIONS 1-6
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SECTION ONE CONTINUED QUESTIONS 7-10 Label the plan below. Write the appropriate letter, A-F, next to questions 7-10.
7 Fees Office ______________________________ 8 Student Lounge ______________________________ 9 Key Room ______________________________ 10
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LISTENING TEST 3 CONTINUED QUESTIONS 11-20 QUESTIONS 11-17 Complete the notes below. Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.
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The first activity will be completed
___________________.
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There is a _________________________ on the bus in the event of an emergency.
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The previous excursion with class 3B was ________________________.
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QUESTIONS 21-30 QUESTIONS 21-25
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Complete the table below Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR NUMBER for each answer. Maternity
Intensive Care 6:00am – 12:00am 21______________
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Emergency
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9:00am – 9:00pm
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Very tired
On heavy 24__________ Comfort patient
QUESTIONS 26-27 Complete the sentences below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR NUMBER for each answer. 26 Children are discouraged from visiting in intensive care units because it may _________ the patient. 27 The maximum number of people who can visit mothers of newborn babies is _______________.
SECTION THREE CONTINUED QUESTION 28 Choose TWO letters A-F. Which TWO doctors will Andrew observe on Tuseday? A. B. C. D. E. F.
Dr. Dr. Dr. Dr. Dr. Dr.
Thompson Kim Thomas Robertson Roberts Shay QUESTIONS 29 – 30 Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR NUMBER
for 29
each answer. Where will the lectures be held?
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What proportions of nursing students is male?
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QUESTIONS 31-40 QUESTIONS 31-37 Complete the summary below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR NUMBER
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Scholastic House Experienced difficulties during the Great War. The charter of the college did not allow its students or staffs to participate in the war, and many people interpreted this as lack of (35)______________. The college, however, did not go on to build a reputation for learning and (36)_______________ of different views. Since 1927 it has been discussing and debating topics over the years which were seen as (37)_______________ at the time.
SECTION FOUR CONTINUED QUESTIONS 31-40 Choose the appropriate letter. A, B, C, or D. 38 Controversial issues are discussed by the college because it wants A to shed light on the topics and encourage debate. B to decrease tension in the discussion. C to encourage argumentation D to bring about positive publicity
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The speaker believes to that A science is less advance than medicine. B philosophy is more useful than science. C science receives more attention than philosophy
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Dscience is more useful than philosophy.
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Students are urged to A accept what they are told. B ask questions at all times. C think only about their studies. Dthink where progress will lead them.
LISTENING TEST 4 SECTION ONE
QUESTIONS 1-10 QUESTIONS 1-10 Which topic(s) is/are the author’s book about? C
Cooking
F
Fitness
S
Sports
T
Travel
Write the correct letter, C, F, S or T, next to questions 1-10. NB: There may be more than one answer for each questions.
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Pam Campbell
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C. Kezik
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Ari Hussein
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Sally Innes
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Meg Jorgensen
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Bruno Murray
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Ruby Lee
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Jim Wells
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Helen Young
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QUESTIONS 11-20 QUESTIONS 11-16 Complete the notes below. Tick if the information is correct, or write in the changes next to questions 11-16.
Invitation To a Welcoming Lunch
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At Blackwell House On Friday June 15 at 8:00 pm.
12___________________
The party will end at 10:00 pm.
13___________________
Free transport to the student hostel is Available, leaving Blackwell House at 10:30
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Other students may attend. Please bring your student identification card Please reply by Tueday, if you can come.
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QUESTIONS 17-20 Label the map below. Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.
LISTENING TEST 4 CONTINUED SECTION FOUR
QUESTIONS 21-30 QUESTIONS 21-25 Label the diagram below. Choose your answer from the box below. Write the appropriate letters A-G on the diagram. A. Stand B. Handle C. Water wheel D. Holes E. Metal tube F. Spray tube G. Gears H. Base
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SECTION FOUR CONTINUED QUESTIONS 26-30 Complete the sentences below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer. 26 the
The Examination timetable has been sent to _____________________.
27 are
General science courses in the United States _____________________.
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There will not be an additional _________________ given on the big assignment.
29 The physics and maths examination will be held on the _____________________ of December 1st. 30 Students who express their views well make for an _____________________.
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LISTENING TEST 4 CONTINUED SECTION FOUR
QUESTIONS 31-40 QUESTIONS 31-40 Complete the summary on the next page. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR
NUMBER for each answer. The most usual cause of headaches is (31)_____________ but they can also come as a result of excessive (32)____________. Many claim to get headaches from (33)____________. This is probably because they get quite (34)____________. It may also be from working in poor light which can make you very (35)____________. It is helpful if
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your reading material is on a bookrest at (36)_____________ to the desk. Being (37)____________ before bed can also reduce the chances of getting a headache. You may even get a headache because you (38)____________ too hard or grind your teeth. The best advice is to eat regularly, get enough (39)___________ and avoid smoky places. Such places can also do you serious (40)____________ damage.
LISTENING TEST 3 CONTINUED SECTION ONE
QUESTIONS 1-10 QUESTIONS 1-7 Circle the correct letter, A, B, C or D.
Example What is Thomas’s new home phone number? A. 9731 B. 9813 C. 9452 D. 9340
4322 4562 3456 2367
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1 What will Ken and Megan do this evening?
2 Where is the Entertainment City?
3 When will Ken leave? A. Now B. In ten minutes time C. At 10 o’clock D. In 30 minutes
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A. nothing B. just the fares C. less than $40.00 D. more than $40.00 7 What time does Megan plan to come home? A. before midnight B. after midnight C. on the last bus D. tomorrow morning Questions 8-10 Which number will Ken press: Write ONE NUMBER for each answer. 8 if he wishes to order a cab now?_______________ 9 if he wishes to order a cab for later? _______________
10 if he has lost something in a cab?______________
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QUESTIONS 11-20 QUESTIONS 11-16 Complete the notes below. Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR A
NUMBER for each answer. HOLIDAYING IN GREECE AIRPORT flying on British Airways departing Wednesday at (11)____________ must have all the travel documents ready transport from Athens Airport by (12)_____________ CITY OF ATHENS
hotel accomodations for (13)______________ visiting National Archeological Museum dinner at Greek restaurant
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free time on (14)_____________evening
GREEK ISLANDS
travel by (15)______________ stopping off at different islands experience (16)_____________on board
SECTION TWO CONTINUED QUESTIONS 17-18 Complete the sentences below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer. 17
This four owes its success to the hard work of _______________________.
18
The tour group shares an interest in learning about ancient societies and ___________________.
QUESTIONS 19-20 Complete the sentences below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer. (19)__________________________________ (20)__________________________________
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LISTENING TEST 5 CONTINUED SECTION THREE
QUESTIONS 21-30
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QUESTIONS 21-25 Complete the sentences below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer. The increase in student numbers from Brazil resulted in ____________________.
22
A large number of students from Turkey are studying ____________________.
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The Indonesian students studied ____________________ at the Language Learning Center.
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The __________________ course helps to settle students down.
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____________________ is the best form of advertising for the Language Learning Centre.
SECTION THREE CONTINUED QUESTIONS 26-30 Which of the following can join the following activities? A. All students. B. Beginners C. Advanced students Write the correct letter, A, B or C, next to questions 26-30 ACTIVITY
STUDENTS
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Jazz Club
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Drama Society
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Choral Group
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Special
Conversation Group
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QUESTIONS 31-40 QUESTIONS 31-37 Choose the correct letter, A, B, C or D. Most postgraduate students are studying A.
courses that feature vocational training.
B.
full-time courses.
C.
part-time courses.
D.
research-based courses.
Postgraduate students are advised to A.
take as many diverse subjects as possible.
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B.
accept an intellectual challenge.
C.
be sure to have a definite goal.
D.
have already completed training.
The speaker says that where you study A.
is of minimal importance.
B.
must be somewhere you like.
C.
must be reasonably priced.
D.
should be based on your course.
Choosing an institution should be mainly based on A.
the quality of the housing for postgraduate students.
B.
the reputation of the department they work in.
C.
the reputation of the organization they attend.
D.
the quality of the supervision they received.
In terms of available facilities, the speaker places more A.
libraries and laboratories.
B.
computer support.
C.
secretarial services.
D.
the working environment.
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The experience of postgraduate is different because A.
of higher living expenses.
B.
of the moderate work load.
C.
the majority of students are younger.
D.
course deadline are stricter.
Postgraduate can avoid feeling alone by A.
discussing any problem with a medical professional.
B.
joining association of their peers.
C.
participating in outside community activities.
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getting in touch with the student union
QUESTIONS 38-40 Which THREE things does the speaker mention in relation to a postgraduate’s financial status? A.
postgraduates are not eligible for government
B.
banks provides facilities for overdrafts.
C.
studies are funded from student’s own income
D.
funding can be sourced from charities
E.
extra fees are covered by the institutions
F.
institutions do not provide financial support
G.
living costs are included in their fees
‘Learning to scan for an article or report for the most important information is essential- especially when your time is limited!’
UNIT TWO About the Reading Test……………………………………….60 After the Practice Reading Test……………………………62 Reading Test Answer Sheet……………………………..….63
READING
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UNIT TWO THE READING TEST Practice Reading Tests ABOUT THE READING TEST IELTS TEST FORMAT
TIME
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Listening
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Reading
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Writing
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Speaking
1 hour – includes transferring answers onto the Reading Answer Sheet
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40 Questions Section 1
2-3 texts relating to everyday situations.
e.g, advertisements, travel brochures transportation schedules Section 2
2 texts focusing on work-related situations/contexts e.g. job descriptions, workplace facilities
Section 31 longer text on a general topic sourced from newspapers, magazines, internet Question Types types: -
Reading Skills* answer
A variety of questions are used, chosen from the following short answer questions multiple choice matching paragraphs with headings matching lists/ phrases viewpoint questions (consider the viewpoint of the writer) True/False/Not Given or Yes/No/No information classification note, summary or sentence completion diagram completion and labelling table completion flow-chart completion
It is important to use your reading skills so that you are able to the 40 questions quickly and accurately in the allocated time. The skills which will help you complete the last tasks include: -
skimming - looking for general information scanning - looking for specific details differentiating between main ideas and examples identifying the topic idea or sentence in a paragraph understanding the writer’s viewpoint distinguishing between opinion, fact or assumption identifying factual information recognizing way of linking ideas, sentences and paragraphs e.g. cause and effect language, time sequences comparison or contrast
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passages so use your reading skills to the best of your advantage. Start each reading section by finding out what information you are looking for. First read through the questions quickly.
How many questions are there? What sort of questions are they (multiple choice, sentence completion, labelling a diagram, matching). What are the key words in the questions? Do you know any words with a similar meaning (synonym), an opposite meaning or can you paraphrase the meaning? This will help you to focus when skimming or scanning a text to locate the area where you will need to find your answer. If you cannot answer a question, or it is taking you a long time, leave it and come back to it when you looked at all the questions in that section. Chances are you may find it while looking answer for another question. How many words and/or numbers do you need to write? Does the questions ask you to write: True or Yes, False or No? Can you see any letter A, B or C more than once? How many answer do you need for 1 mark? Write your answers straight onto the Reading Answer Sheet. You are not given extra time to transfer your answer. Copy your answers carefully. Spelling counts. *Refer to Prepare for IELTS: Skills and Strategies. Book Two: Reading and Writing. UTS:INSEARCH.
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IDENTIFY YOUR STRENGTHS AND WEAKNESSES After each test consider the following statements and tick any that apply to you. I have never practiced such as questions before. F I run out of time and do not answer all the questions. T It takes me a long time to read the passages. T I do not understand what the question is asking me to do. T I do not understand the reading passages. U
Using the letter in bold, refer to pages 13-15 for an explanation of how you can improve in these areas.
READING TEST ANSWER SHEET PRACTICE READING TESTS You may photocopy or reproduce this page. Use one Answer Sheet for each Practice Reading Test.
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READING TEST 1 SECTION ONE
QUESTIONS1-14 Look at the contents page from a magazine on the
following page.
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Answer Question 1-4 by writing the appropriate page number or numbers where the information appears in the magazine. Write your answers in boxes 1-4 on your answer sheet. 1 What page would you turn for advice about money?
2
On what TWO pages can you read about art?
3
On what page is the new sports stadium discussed?
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What page would you go to for information on exotic trips?
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Why MAGAZINE FROM THE EDITOR In this issue we publish some of the many letters we received on the new Sports Stadium, our cover story last month. Your reactions were certainly mixed! Read our exclusive interview with film star Mike Mikeson and his plans to start a fast-food chain. But there’s so much more… enough to keep you going for the rest of the month. Until next time, The Editor COVER STORY Mike Mikeson: a new smash-hit movie, but plans for a dramatic career change. REGULAR FEATURES Film Review
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Crossword
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Letters to the Editor
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What’s on Round Town?
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Art, Music, Theatre 12
__ Getaway Holidays Some popular and some unusual
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Start Now Marissa Brown of Eastbank sets out a sound investment and savings plan for young professional
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Best Wheels Racing car driver Marco Leoni changes teams: will it
be Ford or Ferrari? 28
The Met Metropolitan Art Museum hosts a new exhibition of
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post-modern paintings SECTION ONE CONTINUED Read the advertisments for concerts below and answer
A
Questions 5-9 SYDNEY CONSERVATION OF MUSIC Concerts for January THE EASTERN YOUTH ORCHESTRA Conservatorium High School students play a selection of Mozart concertos.
B
LET’S SING TOGETHER An afternoon for the young and the young-at-heart. Led by the Giggles Band, sing children’s song from your childhood and from all over the world. There will be a special appearance by Willy Wallaby, from the popular children’s programme. Happy! DATE: Sun, 8th January, 3:00 pm. $5
C
ONE ROMANTIC EVENING Bring someone special with you and listen to some of the greatest love songs as you gaze at the stars together! DATE: Sat. 28th January, 8:00 pm. $20 and $12 NOTE: This concert will be held in the Conservatorium Rose Garden, not in the Concert Hall.
D
ROCK ‘N’ ROLL Bop along ‘til late to the rock higher the last 10 years. Bands playing include The Hippies, The Hypers, and The Heroes. If you have a special request, write it down at the ticket counter when you come in. DATE: Sat. 21st January, 8:00 pm. $10 and $5
E
FLAMENCO! World-famous classical Guitarist Rodrigo Paras will play a selection of traditional Spanish Flamenco pieces. DATE: Sun. 15th and 22nd January, 7:30 pm. $20
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SECTION ONE CONTINUED For which concert are the following statement true? Write the correct letter, A-E in boxes 5-9 on your answer sheet. 5
Young performers will play at this concert.
6
This concert will be held outdoors.
7
There will only be one performer.
8
This concert is NOT being held at night.
9
The audience can choose what will be performed.
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SECTION ONE CONTINUED Read the information below on treatment for snake bites and answer Questions 10-14 FIRST AID FOR SNAKE BITES Snakes are not normally aggressive and tend to bite only when they are threatened or mishandled. Some snakes, such as the carpet snake, are not poisonous. Others, such as brown snake, tiger snake and taipan, are very poisonus. Prevention -
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leave snakes alone and do not collect snakes do not put your hands in hollow logs, under piles of wood, or in rubbish be noisy when walking in the bush look carefully when walking on thick grass use a torch around camps at night Symptoms These do not appear immediately, but from about 15 minutes to 2 hours after the person is bitten. There are often no visible symptoms or signs. Take seriously information from other person concerning: strong emotional reaction headache or double vision drowsiness, giddiness or faintness nausea and/or vomiting and diarrhea puncture mark about 1 cm apart at the site of the bite. Bites are usually on the limbs, especially the legs. reddening bruising sweating breathing difficulties Management calm the person down apply a pressure immobilization bandage over the bitten area and around the limb seek medical aid urgently Snakebite Warnings never wash the venom off the skin as this will help in later identification never cut or squeeze the bitten area never try to suck the venom out of the wound
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To avoid being bitten by a snake at night you should use a flashlight.
11
Taipans are one of the most poisonous snakes.
12
Snakes will usually bite a person on the arm or leg.
13
If bitten by a snake the person should tie down and keep still.
14
The snake poison should be removed from the wound.
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READING TEST 1 CONTINUED SECTION TWO
QUESTIONS 15-27 Read the passage below and answer Questions 15-22 on the following page. STUDENT ACCOMODATION AT NORTHSIDE UNIVERSITY
Situated about 20km from the city centre, Northside University is easy to get to by public transport. However, for students wanting to live on or near the university campus there are several different alternatives for accommodation. Firstly, the university has several residential colleges. Burnside College, Boronia College and Helen Turner College. Each of these colleges provides a single fully furnished room with shared bathroom facilities and meals. Burnside College is the most expensive, with fees ranging from $154-$165 per week. However, each student room is equipped with a private telephone and voice mailing facilities, and with the recent upgrade college students were given access to the internet and on-line library via a network with the university. Boronia College has similar room facilities but does not offer the same computer access. It offers only 17 meals per week, compared to Burnside’s 21. Fees vary from $147-$157 per week. Helen Turner College is a college exclusively for women, with the similar fees to Boronia College. To attend classes, students have a short walk from the residential colleges to the main campus. The university provides 23 self-contained furnished townhouses. These townhouses have either 3, 4 or 6 bedrooms each student residents expected to be studying full-time. Last year’s rents ranged from $54 per week for a room in a six-bedroom house to $68.50 per week for a room in a three-bedroom house. As the university year begins each September, students wanting to in university housing should apply to the university housing officer in August of the previous year, because of high demand. Smoking is banned university housing. Off campus, there are many flats, town houses and houses for rent in the local area, these can be found by looking in the local newspaper under ACCOMODATION, or by checking advertisements pinned up on notice boards around the university. There are always students advertising for housemates and you can add a notice of your own to PREPARE FOR IELTS PRACTICE TESTS
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these boards. However, even sharing accommodation with others can be expensive; tenants usually required to pay a rental bond, rent in advance, telephone/electricity/gas bills in addition to food bills. Be sure that you know what you will be required to pay before you enter into any written agreement. SECTION TWO CONTINUED QUESTIONS 15-17 Choose the appropriate letter A-C and write it in boxes 15-17 on your answer sheet. 15
16
The University Residential Colleges provide A a place to live and regular classes. B regular classes only. C a place to live only. Students who want to reside on campus A
are not allowed to smoke.
B should submit an application in a year advance. C 17
may have difficulty finding housing.
To find accommodation in surrounding areas of the university you can A place an advertisement in the local newspaper. B
advertise on the internet.
C look at the advertisements on the notice board.
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Read the text below an answer Questions 23-27. SELKIRK MARITIME SERVICES RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF EMPLOYEES The purpose of this document is to advise Selkirk Maritime Services (SMS) employees of their rights and responsibilities in terms of their Employment Contract, Occupation Health and Safety (OHS) and Discrimination and Harassment. Rights refers to what employees are entitled the way they can expect to be treated, while responsibilities referred to their expected output and behavior towards fellow employee. Contract of Employment The employment contract is an agreement between you, the employee, and SMS, the employer, about your conditions of employment. It covers the rights, obligations and entitlements of both parties. PREPARE FOR IELTS PRACTICE TESTS
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SECTION TWO CONTINUED QUESTIONS 23-26 Complete the notes below. Choose NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS from the text for each answer Write your answers in boxes 23-26 on your answer sheet.
Rights and Responsibilities of Employees
Advises on Employment Contract, Occupational Health and Safety
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Sets out (23)____________ Includes rights, obligations and entitlements. Details wage-related information including superannuation(24)___________
Occupational Health and Safety
Promotes healthy and safe practices. Trains employees on (25)____________ Issues protective clothing and safety equipment. Requires that the (26)____________ of a co-worker is not placed in danger
READING TEST 1 CONTINUED QUESTION 28-30 Complete the following sentences with NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER from the text. Write your answer in boxes 28-30 on your answer sheet. Write:
28
Kormilda College has been opened since__________________.
29
at time of writing there were_______________________ ___
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The aim of Kormilda College was has always been to encourage ______________________ .
QUESTION 31-40 Complete the table below. Complete the following sentences with NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER from the text. Write your answer in boxes 28-30 on your answer sheet. Write:
Sub-schools Pre-High School 32.____________________ High School
Students
Aboriginal and Torres strait Islander 33._______________
Academic Support 31._________ and __________ Specific literacy and numeracy 34.____________________
QUESTION 35-39 Complete the table below. Do the following statements agree with the information given in the Reading Passage Kormilda College? In boxes 28-30 on your answer sheet. Write: TRUE
if the statement agrees with the information
FALSE
if the statement contradicts the information
NOT GIVEN if there is no information on this 35
Kormilda College educates only Aboriginal students.
36
Some students travel from Arnhem Land to attend Kormilda College.
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QUESTION 40 Choose the appropriate letter A,B or D Write the appropriate letter in box 40 on your answer sheet. 40
The writer’s purpose in this passage it to
A
explain why Kormilda College is so successful
B
provide an overview of the Aborinigal Education program
C
describe the specialist teaching program at Kormilda college.
D
describe the special program for Aboriginal students.
READING TEST 2 QUESTION 1-5 Look at the five advertisements A-E For which advertisement are the following statement true? Write the appropriate letter, A-E, in boxes 1-5 on your answer sheet
1
Which advertisement is not for a restaurant.
2
Which TWO advertisement offer facilities for parties.
3 which restaurant offers an extra serving if the customer presents a coupon. 4
Which restaurant does not have takeaway.
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5 Which restaurant does not charge for wine that customers bring themselves.
IT’S YOUR CHOICE Buy a Burger, get the same one FREE! You are invited to enjoy a special treat at Jaspar’s Macquarie Plaza. Simply present this coupon with your next order and when you purchase the burger of your choice it wil be our pleasure to five you another burger of the same variety absolutely FREE! Valid only at Macquarie and ONE voucher per customer per day.
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75 B
C
TRELLINIS
INDIAN FLAVOUR
Fine Italian food
D
E WRITER’ CAFÉ
VEGETARIAN
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- Read the text below and answer Questions 9-13
CLASSIFIEDS BUSY PHARMACY in Eastern Suburbs urgently needs energetic, friendly assistant. Experience required, driver’s license helpful. Ability to deal with the public essential. Great job for the right person. Apply in writing to P.O Box 236, Elmdale South 2987. PREPARE FOR IELTS PRACTICE TESTS
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76 CHILDMINDING Responsible teenager wanted to mind two school-age children Mon. to Fri. 3pm to 6pm. References necessary and experience with young children preferred. Phone 9776 5389. SALES Tired of selling all day with little to show for it? Look to improve your sales skills? We can brush up your selling performance so that every potential customer is a sure sale. Contact Eric on 0412 425 789 during business hours for any queries. ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT required for busy publishing company. Word processing skills an advantage. Must be willing to work flexible hours and in different sections of the company. Apply in writing, naming two referees, to Recruitment Division, Wall and Fixture Press, P.O. Box 375, Dunsmore 2777. EXPERIENCED WAITER required for exclusive city restaurant. Lunches and dinners. Good appearance essential, plus knowledge of Japanese an advantage. Phone 0408233188 after 5pm for interview. ARE YOU a bright, cheerful person? Do you enjoy creative work? Are you willing to work hard in a very pleasant environment? If so, Beercroft Hearts and Flowers, a busy florist and gift shop in a major shopping centre needs you. Experience isn’t necessary but a driver’s licence is. Contact Ellen, 0422 123 766 after 7am.
For all you classified advertising phone 9797 6666 Classifieds get results!
SECTION ONE CONTINUED QUESTIONS 9-13 Answer the questions below. Choose NO MORE THAN THAN THREE WORLDS AND/OR A NUMBER from the text for each answer. Write your answers in boxes 9-13 on your sheet. 9 When should you all to ask about selling techniques? PREPARE FOR IELTS PRACTICE TESTS
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77 10 How should you apply for the position in the chemist shop? 11 What number should you ring for the job being offered after school? 12 What qualification is essential for the position with Beercroft Hearts and Flowers? 13 What names do you need to provide for the job in publishing?
READING TEST 3 CONTINUED SECTION TWO
QUESTIONS 14-27
Read the passage below and answer Questions 14-22
NUMBERACY CENTRE Many business and marketing courses require a knowledge of introductory statistics, computing or mathematics. If you feel inadequately prepared for your PREPARE FOR IELTS PRACTICE TESTS
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78 course, you can get help from the Numeracy Centre, which offers FREE help in mathematics and statistics. Grab a timetable from the Centre and drop in when it suits you. Course A The first course available to students is a Revision Course in Basic Maths. This three-hour lecture will review mathematical concepts such as ratios, averages and percentages that will be necessary for any courses requiring elementary statistics. Knowledge of Year 10 Maths is a must. Booking is not necessary. Course B For those students doing marketing courses and other courses requiring statistical analysis, there is the Bridging Course in Statistics for Marketing. This course introduces ideas in elementary statistics to provide a starting point for further developments in statistical skills later on in other courses. The course is run in sessions of three hours, in the form of a one-hour lecture followed by a two-hour tutorial. Examples will be drawn from reference books. The tutorials will be interactive where possible (e.g. drawing random samples from the population of numbered cards in class) with hands-on experience of data manipulation using MINITAB on a bank of PCs. Course C Statistics for the Practitioner is slightly different to the previous course, which must be completed before this course. This course is largely non-mathematical. It will instead concentrate on the interpretation and application of statistics rather than on computation. The statistical package MINITAB will be used as a teaching tool. This course will be conducted over two days in the form of workshops and small group discussions, with a strong emphasis on hands-on experience of data manipulation using computers. Course D Another course of interest to many students is this refresher Course in Basic Computing Skills designed specifically for business and marketing. Students who need more practice using and creating graphs, managing table data, setting up spreadsheets or embedding Excel data are encouraged to enroll in this 8-hour course. Students will learn through workshops giving hands-on experience. Course notes and practice files provided.
SECTION TWO CONTINUED QUESTIONS 14-17 Complete the table below. Choose NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS from the text for each answer. Write your answers in boxes 14-17 on your, answer sheet. Course Duration Previous Courses Required PREPARE FOR IELTS PRACTICE TESTS
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QUESTIONS 18-22 Look at the following statements containing the different needs of students. Match each student need with the appropriate course A,B,C or D. Write the appropriate letter. A,B,C or D in boxes 18-22 on your answer sheet.
18
Catherine, who has difficulty presenting data, needs some help with importing and inserting graphs in her assignments for marketing. 19 Joe, who completed high school 10 years ago, wants to brush up on his mathematics skills before he starts his studies in business. 20 Pamela needs to know how to analyse the statistical significance of data in marketing surveys. 21 Geoff, who has to read many articles containing statistics, needs to know how to interpret and apply the facts and figures. 22 Bob needs to know how to perform some of the basic statistic equations for the assignments in his business course.
READING TEST 3 CONTINUED SECTION TWO CONTINUED Read the text below and answer Questions 23-27
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80 GUIDELINES A resume is a summary of your skills and abilities, education and employment history, including your experience. It needs to be concise, informative and presented effectively so as to create a good first impression. A good resume can help to open the door for an interview. For an effective resume, six information sections should be delineated. PERSONAL INFORMATION Head your resume with personal details, including your name, address, telephone number(s) and email address. This information is generally centered on the page. CAREER OBJECTIVE Write a career goal statement to define what you want to achieve in your chosen career and the direction you are taking to achieve it. This statement should be placed directly under your personal details. Stating your goal not only articulates to the potential employer that you have given some thought to your future career but how your employment may be work to the advantage of both parties. For example, if you have excelled in computer-based technologies, you might state that you are seeking an opportunity to both use your IT skills and further develop them for the advancement of the business or company, i.e. the potential employer. SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS In this section, highlight specific skills and abilities required through work experience and which are relevant to the position you are applying for. Demonstrate how you developed them and in what capacity, and how others have benefited from your expertise. Ability to get the job done is what a potential employer wants to see. Include any special accomplishments as well. For example, completing a major project ahead of schedule and to budget is a significant achievement. EMPLOYMENT HISTORY Provide a listing of your work experience, starting from your most recent job, showing each of the following: employment dates, your job title or role, employer’s name and location of the company or organization. Just below this, suing bullets, list your main responsibilities or duties, such as the number of people you have managed or supervised, budgetary responsibilities and maintenance of databases. EDUCATION Start by listing your highest level of school or university education and then any training or workplace certificates that are relevant to the job you are applying for. The latter may include leadership training programs or certification in technologies.
REFERENCES References are provided so that your credentials can be verified. It is important to get permission beforehand from the referee(s) to be certain they are available and willing to provide a positive reference on your behalf. List each referee’s name, job title, name of the company/organization and contact telephone numbers. PREPARE FOR IELTS PRACTICE TESTS
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QUESTIONS 23-27 Complete the following sentences. Choose NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS from the text for each answer. Write your answers in boxes 23-27 on your answer sheet. 23 Creating an interesting resume can secure a _________ for a candidate.
24 Having a career goal also ___________ to a possible employer that you have carefully considered your future career prospects.
25 Providing an example of an important __________ demonstrates you are capable of doing a job well.
26 Make sure that your work ____________ shows that types of task you were responsible for.
27 Be sure to have ___________ prior to listing your nominated referee(s).
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QUESTIONS 28-40
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BUSINESS PLANNING What is a Business Plan? A business plan is probably best described as a summary and evaluation in writing of your business idea. Preparation of a business plan is the first and most important task for the business starter. The plan should include details concerning the industry I which you operate, your product or service, marketing, production, personnel and financial strategies. What purpose does it serve? A business plan allows you to think through all the factors of a business, and to solve potential problems. It will identify strengths and weaknesses and help to assess whether the business can succeed. It is a blueprint for starting, maintaining or expanding a business. It is a working plan to use in comparing your achievements to the goals you set. It should provide information required by financial institutions when finance is sought. How to produce a Business Plan Step 1: Gathering Information Gather as much relevant information as possible concerning the industry in which you intend to operate (the number of businesses already operating, the size of their operations and where they are located). Use books, industry associations, and existing business owners to help you. Collect all possible information regarding the market’s you are aiming for (who buys, why they buy and what are the key features the customer looks for). Learn all you can about the product/s or services you intend to produce, distribute or offer. Step 2: Analysis Read over all the material you have collected and decide what is relevant to your business idea. You may have to modify your idea depending on what your research shows. The key question to ask is: ‘Can you design a business that will earn enough to cover costs and pay a wage and reasonable profit to you as the proprietor?’ When steps 1 and 2 are completed, you should have decided if there is a market for your product or service which is large enough and sufficiently accessible to make your new business financially worthwhile. Now you are ready to commit your plan to paper.
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83 Decide how the business will operate. You should describe how the business will be manage and the staff and organizational structure that will be in place. Diagrams may be useful to show how these areas will work. Don’t forget to include the areas of responsibility for each member of staff. This is especially important if some of your staff will be family members. There are three further parts that go together to make a comprehensive business plan: -
A marketing plan, which includes location, method of selling, packaging and pricing. In all these areas you must be aware of consumer trends to make sure that your business does not become outdated or irrelevant. AN operational plan, which described the day-to-day running of the business. You should include supply sources, cost and quantities of materials, processes equipment and methods of extending the services or products offered. A financial plan, which is a master budget for the operation and includes: Cash flow forecast Balance sheet Profit and loss statement Sources of finance Sales forecast and target.
The financial aspects of the plan are most important and you should develop or access financial skills to make sure this part of your plan is accurate and realistic. Don’t forget set-up costs and the money needed to see you through an initial period of low cash flow when calculating your first year’s budget. Update your Business Plan Nothing remains constants in business: circumstances change, markets change, fashions change, and methods change. From time to time you must check your sources of information and reassess your business plan. What is relevant when you start is not necessarily so in five years’ time. You may also need to revise targets and budgets if external factors (such as interest rates) vary. Keep your information up-to-date and be prepared to change as circumstances demand. A business plan should be thought of as flexible, not fixed. If you use these steps to develop a business plan, changing it according to circumstances, you will be well on the way to a successful business.
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READING TEST 3 CONTINUED SECTION THREE CONTINUED QUESTIONS 28-34 In boxes 28-34 on your answer sheet, write: YES if the statement agrees with the writer NO if the statement does not agree with the writer NOT GIVEN if there is no information about this in the passage
28 Creating a business plan is only necessary for a new business.
29 A business plan should include a diagram of your proposed office or shop layout.
30 A business should generate enough money to pay salaries, and some profit to the owner.
31 The roles of relatives in the business must be clearly define in the business plan.
32 It is necessary to seek financial expertise when working on business strategies.
33 You should expect not to earn much money in the first year.
34 Once a business plan is finished, no further changes will need to be made to it.
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SECTION THREE CONTINUED QUESTIONS 35-40 Complete the flow chart using the list of headings. A-J, below. Write the appropriate letter, A-J, in boxes 35-40 on your answer sheet. A Accouting B Revise your business plan C Find information D Create a sample product E Find a good location E Organisational structure G Can my business survive? H Operations I Create your business plan J Can my business make enough money?
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READING TEST 4 SECTION ONE
QUESTIONS 1-13
QUESTIONS 1-7 Read the text below and answer Questions 1-7.
A1 Office Temps Pty Ltd Temporary Office Staff—no job too small Level 4, 356 Elizabeth Street, Elswick Telephone 9390 5647 Facsimile 9390 7733
DAILY WORK RECORD Company Details
Employee Details
Reporting to:
Name: (BLOCK CAPITALS PLEASE
Kate Shea
AMANDA LEE
Office Removalists Pty Ltd 21 West Street
Week ending:
Box Hill
Sunday: 14/1/2011
Day
DATE
ST AR T
MOND AY
8/1/2 011
9: 00
TUES DAY
9/1/2 011
8: 30
WEDN ESDAY
10/1/ 2011
8: 45
THUR SDAY
11/1 2011
9: 15
FRIDA Y
12/1/ 2011
9: 00
FI NI SH
17 :1 5 17 :0 0 17 :3 0 17 :4 5 17 :0 0 :
(LE SS ) BR EA K : 45
TO TA L
: 30
8: 00
: 15
8: 30
I certify that the above hours,
1: 00
7: 30
Including any overtime, are a true I certify that the above hours,
: 30
7: 30
Correct record of hours worked. Including any overtime
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CLIENT SIGNATURE ASSIGNMENT DETAILS Please sign and also print name Tick
7: 30
: : 39 :0 0
Please
(BLOCK CAPITALS PLEASE) Completed Continuing KATE Shea SIGNATURE
A1 TEMP Amanda
Dee
And correct record of hours worked.
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INSTRUCTIONS 1. Complete this Daily Work Record using the format hh:mm(nine-fifteen in the morning = 9:15 am). If you do not use this format your hours may not be entered properly and your pay may be delayed. Work to the nearest 15 minutes. 2. Sign the completed Daily Work Record as a correct record of your hours worked. 3. When you have completed the Work record, ask your supervisor to check and sign. Your pay will not be processed until this is done. 4. Make a copy of the Daily Work Record for your own records. 5. Fax the work record back to A1 Pty Ltd., on 9390 7733, by 10:00 am Monday.’ TO PROCESS YOUR PAY WE REQUIRE: Your bank details to be completed on the enclosed banking form. Details required are: Bank code (BSB), Account Number, Account Name. A completed employment Declaration form including your tax number, to ensure you are taxed correctly. Tax certificates are sent out at the end of the financial year to your home address.
SECTION ONE CONTINUED Questions 1-7 Answer the following questions. Choose NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER from the text for each answer. Write your answers in boxes 1-7 on your answer sheet.
1 Who is Amanda Lee? 2 Which day is the longest working day? 3 At what stage is the assignment? 4 What format must be used to record the hours worked? 5 Who must verify and sign the work record before payment is processed? 6 On which number must the work record be sent? 7 What must be written on the Employment Declaration form?
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READING TEST 4 CONTINUED SECTION ONE CONTINUED Read the text below and answer Questions 8-13
GENERAL INFORMATION FOR STUDENTS STAMPS: These are sold at the Union News agency at both Broadway (Level 3A) and Markets (A Block) Campuses. STREET DIRECTORY: A copy can be found at the Students’ Association Office, Level 3A, Broadway. LECTURE TIMETABLES: Lecture timetables can be obtained online, but if you have any timetable clashes, go to the Student Centre in your discipline or email the area Academic Advisor. STUDENT ID CARDS: This card allows you to borrow library books and table tennis equipment, get discounts at local stores, borrow sports equipment, and get discounts at local stores, borrow sports equipment, and get cinema concessions at the smaller movie houses. It also acts as proof of identity where required. You will be given a card when you enroll. A lost card can be replaced by the Student Information Office, Level 4, and Broadway. TRAVEL CONCESSION CARDS: These get you half price on public transport and they issued upon enrollment. If you lose it or you need a replacement, then contact Student Information on Level 4. MOVIE CONCESSION PASS: To get a discount on movie tickets at major cinemas you need a special card, available from the Union Office at Broadway. LIBRARY BOOK RETURN: In front of the Security Office at the Broadway Campus there is a library book return box. Overdue books, however cannot be left there and must be returned directly to the library. TRAVEL: The International Student Identity Card gets you discounts at museums, theatres, cinemas and retail outlets all over the world. It costs $8 (plus you need a passport-sized color photograph of yourself) and is only available to full-time students. It is available at the Student’s Association Office, - Level 3A, and Broadway.
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SECTION ONE CONTINUED QUESTIONS 8-13 Choose the correct letter, a,b or c. Write the correct letter in boxes 8-13 on your answer sheet. 8 Students who are having problems with their timetable A should first talk to their lecturer at the Student Centre. B Can send an email to the academic adviser. C Should email a student advisor. 9 Lost student identification cards are reissued A on proof of identity. B at the Student’s Association Office. C At the office on Level 4, Broadway. 10 The concession card allows students A to get discounted bus tickets. B to travel half price when using public transit. C to get half price cinema tickets. 11 Students can see a movie at a discounted rate A At the bigger cinemas on a concession pass. B using a special card from the University. C if there are any available at the Union Office. 12 Overdue library books must be returned A At the security office. B In the library return box. C Only to the library. PREPARE FOR IELTS PRACTICE TESTS
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90 13 The international Student ID card A gives students discount prices at shops. B Is available to part-time students for an $8 fee. C can be used for discounted international travel.
SECTION TWO
QUESTIONS 14-27
Read the following passage and answer Questions 14-22.
U N I V E R S I T Y of H O U S T O N INFORMATION FOR STUDENTS AT THE LANGUAGE AND CULTURE CENTRE STUDENT INFORMATION Campus Activities Language and Culture Centre (LCC) students can enjoy many sports at the university. There are tennis and handball courts, gymnasiums, and indoor and outdoor swimming pools. At the University Centre (UC), you can play pool or table tennis. LCC student teams compete in university intramural sports. The LCC has one of the best soccer teams on campus! Please sign up and play. You can also see films and plays, attend lectures, and go to concerts on campus. There are many international clubs where you can meet other students from your home country. Emergencies Weather Emergency If the University of Houston closes because of bad weather conditions, the LCC will also close. In the event of an emergency, all LCC students are advised to listen to major radio or television stations for announcements regarding cancellation of classes or the closing of the campus. Withdrawing from the LCC You may withdraw from the LCC if you have a medical emergency, a family emergency, or if you wish to return to your home country. If you withdraw for one of these reasons, you may receive a partial refund of your tuition. The LCC cannot refund your application fee, contract fee, insurance fee, or late registration fee. A tuition refund must be approved by the director and will be given according to the following schedule: Time of Withdrawal Amount of Refund PREPARE FOR IELTS PRACTICE TESTS
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75%
Second week of classes
50%
Third week and after
No refund
Health Care If you are ill, you can see a doctor at the University Health care (UHC). Medicines are available through the pharmacy. You may use the Health Centre as often as you need to. The UHC is located behind the Student Service Centre. For some health problems, you may need to see an outside doctor. The UHC can help you find one. There are many clinics in Houston for minor emergencies. Some of them are open 24 hours a day. For major emergencies there are good hospitals in Houston. All LCC students must have health insurance. You must buy health insurance through the LCC unless you have proof of another health insurance plan or financial responsibility for at least $50,000. LCC POLICIES Attendance and Academic Progress The best way to learn English is to come to class regularly and to do your homework. If you miss several days of classes, for any reason, you cannot keep up with the other students. The Language and Culture Centre is a serious academic program in intensive English and wants all of its students to succeed. Therefore, students are expected to attend all classes regularly, do all classroom assignments, meet all class requirements, and make academic progress. Students who do not meet these standards may be placed on academic probation. Students placed on academic probation will meet with their teacher(s) and with either or both the Associate Director and International Student Advisor. Students will be informed in writing of the terms and length of their probation. Students who have 50 hours of absence will not receive a Certificate of Successful Completion and will be terminated from the program. If a student is absent for 10 consecutive days with no explanation, the student will be terminated automatically from the program.
QUESTIONS 14-17
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92 Complete the following sentences. Choose NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS from the text for each answer. Write your answers in boxes 14-17 on your answer sheet.
14 LCC’s in-house sporting teams are competitive but none excel like the ________.
15
Three-quarters of a student’s tuition fee can be refunded on compassionate grounds in the ___________ teaching week.
16 Health emergencies of a ___________ nature are referred to a clinic. 17
All students are responsible for their own_____________ for the duration of their studies at LCC.
SECTION TWO CONTINUED QUESTIONS 18-22 Complete the following flow charts. Choose the appropriate consequence from the list in the box below for each action. Write the appropriate letter. A,B,C or D, in boxes 18-22 on your answer sheet. You may use any consequence more than once.
CONSEQUENCES A
expelled from the program
B
may lose student status with US Immigration and Naturalization Service
C
receives advice and counselling
D
may be put on academic probation
18___________________
19________________
20___________________
21________________
22___________________
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READING TEST 4 CONTINUED SECTION TWO CONTINUED SJH Maintenance Policy The purpose of this policy is to outline the duties and responsibilities of janitorial staff in the maintenance of workplace amenities, facilities and grounds in order to meet the health, safety, welfare and hygiene needs of staff and students at and visitors to SJH Secondary School. General Cleanliness Classrooms are to be kept clean and tidy at all times. On each school day after school hours, floors are swept and mopped, or vacuumed if carpeted. In the event of any spills, floor surfaces are never left wet to prevent injuries due to slipping. Furniture is dusted and polished. But equipment, such as computer screens and overhead projectors, is wiped with appropriate agents to prevent damage. Keyboards, telephones and desk tops are wiped down with special solutions to keep these surface areas sanitized. Bathrooms are serviced and cleaned mid-morning, mid-day and early afternoon, and supplies restocked as necessary. Disinfectants are used on floors and toilets as well as wastebaskets. Dispensers are refilled with toilet paper, liquid soap and paper towels. General repairs Janitors take care of minor repairs in the school. These include fixing school and office furniture, repairing clogged drains and toilets, replacing light bulbs and tubes, and troubleshooting. It is the responsibility of the caretaker to ensure classroom equipment, such as ceiling mounted projectors, is in good working order. Managers are to be notified in a timely manner of any major repairs that need to be undertaken. School Grounds PREPARE FOR IELTS PRACTICE TESTS
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94 Caretakers are responsible for the upkeep of the school grounds. This includes cutting the grass, trimming the shrubs and looking after the garden beds as well as removing snow from the walkways and parking areas in winter. Gutters and drains are cleaned of debris regularly. Tree branches that obstruct or create hazardous situations take priority. Playground equipment is checked on a regular basis to make sure it is safe to use. Waste Materials Appropriately identified waste containers need to be available at locations where particular waste is generated. Two paper recycling bins and a secure waste bin service the high traffic area in the photocopying room. Removal of the former waste is carried out as necessary. Confidential waste is collected by Polson Security on notification, usually weekly. Four bins are also strategically placed on school grounds- two for general waste and the other two for recyclable materials, namely cans and bottles, and paper. These are checked on a daily basis and emptied accordingly.
SECTION TWO CONTINUED QUESTIONS 23-27 Do the following statements agree with the information in the text? In boxes 23-27 on your answer sheet, write: TRUE if the statement agrees with the information FALSE if the statement contradicts the information NOT GIVEN if the information is not given in the text 23 Care must be taken in terms of the type of cleaning product use on classroom equipment. 24
Dispensing receptacles in washrooms are topped up as necessary.
25
Janitorial staff are required to diagnose and fix minor problems.
26
Outdoor play areas are not used in winter.
27
Recycling bins are emptied on a weekly basis.
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EMPLOYMENT IN JAPAN A Every autumn, when recruitment of new graduates and school leavers begins, major cities in japan are flooded with students hunting for a job. Wearing suits for the first time, they run from one interviewer to another. The season is crucial for many students, as their whole life course can be determined during this period. B In Japan, lifetime employment is commonly practiced by large companies. While people working in small companies and those working for sub-contractors do not in general enjoy the advantages conferred by the large companies, there is a general expectation that employees will in fact remain more or less permanently in the same job. C Unlike in many Western countries where companies employ people whose skills can be effective immediately, Japanese companies select applicants with potential who can be trained to become suitable employees. For this reason, recruiting employees is an important exercise for companies, as they invest a lot of time and money in training new staff. This is basically true both for factory workers and for professionals. Professionals who have studied subjects which are of immediate use in the workplace, such as industrial engineers, are very often placed in factories and transferred from one section to another. By gaining experience in several different areas and by working in close contact with workers, the engineers believed, in the long run, to become more effective members of the company. Workers too feel more involved by working with professionals and by being allowed to voice their opinions. Loyalty is believed to be cultivated in this type of egalitarian working environment. D Because of this system of training employees to be all-rounders, mobility between companies is low. Wages are set according to educational background or initial field of employment, with ordinary graduates being employed in administration, engineers in engineering and design departments and so on. Both PREPARE FOR IELTS PRACTICE TESTS
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96 promotions and wage increases tend to be tied to seniority, though some differences may arise later on result of ability and business performance. Wages are paid monthly, and the net sum, after the deduction of tax, is usually paid directly into a bank account. As well as salary, a bonus is usually paid twice a year. This is a custom that dates back to the time when employers gave special allowances so that employees could properly celebrate bon, a Buddhist festival held in mid-July in Tokyo, but on other dates in other regions. The festival is held to appease the souls of ancestors. The second bonus is distributed at New Year. Recently, bonuses have also been offered as a way of allowing workers a share in the profits that their hard work has gained. E Many female graduates complain that they are not given equal training and equal opportunity in comparison to male graduates. Japanese companies generally believe that female employees will eventually leave to get married and have children. Many women themselves still believe that nothing should stand in the way of child-rearing. It is also true that the extended hours of work often do not allow women to continue their careers after marriage. F Disappointed career-minded female graduates open opt to work for international companies. Since most male graduates prefer to join Japanese firms with their guaranteed security, international firms are often keen to employ female graduates as their potential tends to be greater than that of male applicants. G Some men, however, do leave their companies in spite of future prospects, one reason being to take over the family business. The eldest sons in families that own family companies or businesses such as stores, are normally expected to take over the business when their parents retire. It is therefore quite common to see a businessman, on succeeding to his parents business, completely change his professional direction by becoming, for example, a shopkeeper. H On the job, working relationships tend to be very close because of the long hours of work and years of service in common. Social life in fact is frequently based on the workplace. Restaurants and nomi-ya,’pubs’, are always crowded at night with people enjoying an evening out with their colleagues. Many companies organize trips and sports days for their employees. Senior staff often play the role of mentor. This may mean becoming involved in the lives of junior staff in such areas as marriage and the children’s education. I The average age of retirement is between 55 and 60. For most Westerners, retirement may be an eagerly awaited time to undertake such things as travel and hobbies. Many Japanese, however, simply cannot get used to the freedom of retirement and they look for ways of constructively using their time. Many look for new jobs, feeling that if they do not work they will be abandoned by society. This has recently led to the development in some municipalities of municipal job centers which advertise casual work such as cleaning and lawn mowing. Given that Japan is facing the problem of an increasingly ageing society, such activities may be vital in the future.
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97 SECTION THREE CONTINUED QUESTIONS 28-35 The reading passage has nine paragraphs, A-I. Which paragraph contains the following information? Write the appropriate letter, A-I in boxes 28-35 on your answer sheet. 28
Women and Japanese companies
29
Why men sometimes resign from Japanese companies
30
Permanency in employment in Japan
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Recruiting season: who, when and where?
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The social aspect of work
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The salary structure
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The recruitment strategy of foreign firms
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How new employees are used in a company
QUESTIONS 36-38 Do the following statements agree with the information in the reading passage? In boxes 36-38 on your answer sheet, write: YES if the statement agrees with the information NO if the statement contradicts the information NOT GIVEN if there is no information on this 36
Japanese companies nurture their workers in return for loyalty.
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It is not common for Japanese businessmen to change their profession in their working life. The mentoring programs set up in Japanese companies are very successful.
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QUESTIONS 39-40 Choose the correct letter. A,B,C or D. Write the correct letter in boxes 39-40 on your answer sheet. 39 A B C
Foreign companies are enthusiastic about employing Japanese women because they want to pursue a career. show more potential than their male counterparts. will only be short-term employees.
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are not looking for security.
40 A B C D
Japanese people continue to work after retirement because they need the income. miss working. assist in the family business. have no status outside employment.
READING TEST 5 SECTION ONE
Question 1-13
Read the text below and answer Question 1-4.
ART GALLERY The Art Gallery’s mission is to bring diverse forms of art and craft to the people of this city. NEW YEAR FESTIVITIES A multimedia exhibition from the four corners of the earth. On show in the Hanson Theatre, Level 2, Main Building Free Opens January 1, closes March 20 THE ART OF THE EARLY WEST American art of the westward expansion On show in the South Gallery, Level 3 $15 adults, $5 for members, $4.50 for students Opens March 13, closes June 30 PREPARE FOR IELTS PRACTICE TESTS
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99 GREEK OLYMPIC SCULPTURE A historical exhibit of work by ancient artists. In the North Gallery $10 adults, $8 for members, $6 for students Open July 1, closes August 7 DEVELOPMENTAL ART Work by gifted local school children On show in the East Gallery $2. Donations may be left in the box at the exit, and will be gratefully received. Opens July 25, closes September 30 Headsets are available for the Greek Olympic Sculpture only. A fee of $6 per adult, $5 for members and $4.50 for students will be changed.
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Questions 1-4 Choose NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER From the text for each answer. Write your answers in boxes 1-4 on your answer sheet. 1
Which exhibition can you visit in late August?
2
How much must a member pay to see the exhibition of art from the United States?
3
In which location would you find an exhibit featuring works from the earliest times?
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Which exhibit provides a commentary for an extra fee?
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READING TEST 5 CONTINUED SECTION ONE CONTINUED Read the text below and answer Questions 5-9. MOTORISTS’ ASSOCIATION Call our main number 9292 9222 then enter these extensions. MEMBER SERVICES, ROAD SERVICE SERVICES(8:30am to 5pm AND INSURANCE 11am All insurance enquiries 113 Credit card payments 344 Visa,Mastercard for membership and insurance policies(open24/7) Teleclaims 123 For motor vehicle claims Friday) (open 24/7) HELPLINE Road Service 114 (open 24/7) HOME SECURITY 553 Alarm Systems 554 life, (7:30am PREPARE FOR IELTS PRACTICE TESTS
FINANCIAL Monday to Friday, 8:30am to Saturday) Home Loans Life Insurance Personal Loans LEGAL ADVICE (8:30am to 5pm, Monday
701 976 978 to
Sydney 191 Newcastle 132 Wollongong 132 Canberra 426 SMASH REPAIRS 900 Repairs guaranteed for
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101 Technical Advice 443 (8:30am to 5pmm, Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 11am Saturday) 122 For road tests, car buying, advice
to 5pm, Monday to Friday) Batteries 111 DRIVE TRAVEL
And assistance on motoring problems. Local call charge. Child restraint enquiries 632 Recorded road report for 222 major highways VEHICLE INSPECTIONS (7am to 10pm) 1 300 362 802
Attraction tickets.
Local touring information
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SERVICE ( HEARING IMPAIRED) Road Service 317 Insurance enquiries 728
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102 SECTION ONE CONTINUED QUESTIONS 5-9 Look at the Motorists Association on the previous age. Write the correct extension number in boxes 5-9 on your answer sheet.
What extension should you call if: 5
you want to find out about a baby’s car seat?
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you feel cheated by a repair shop near your home in Newcastle?
7
you have trouble hearing and you need assistance to change a tyre?
8 you are going on a road trip and want to find out what activities are available? 9
you want advice on purchasing a vehicle?
SECTION ONE CONTINUED Read the text below and answer Questions 10-13. ADVICE TO MOTORISTS A Always lock your car and never leave your keys in the car. Sounds obvious, but how often have you left your car locked while you paid for fuel at a service station or dashed into a shop? A recently-passed law will ensure that you never forget again – heavy penalties apply. B Always lock valuables in the boot. Most car crime is opportunistic, so don’t make it easy. And if something is too valuable to lose, the golden rule is, take it with you. C Thieves need little incentive. Most thefts from cars are carried out by youngsters looking for nothing more than a few dollars, so don’t leave coin-holders if they can be seen from outside. The cost of repairs often far outweighs the value of what is stolen. D At night, always try to park in a brightly-lit area where your vehicle can be seen by passers-by. Poorly-lit streets a thief’s favorite hunting ground. E Never park where you can see broken glass from car windows on the ground. Thieves are creatures of habit and will return to the scene of past successes. F
Install a car alarm.
G Where available, use car parks that are well lit and have boom gats. Don’t leave your parking ticket in the car.
103 H In high-risk areas leave your glove box and ashtray open to show thieves that there is nothing in the car worth taking. SECTION ONE CONTINUED QUESTIONS 10-13 The text has nine paragraphs. A-H. Which paragraph contains the following advice? Write the appropriate letter, A-H, in boxes 10-13 on your answer sheet.
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a way to show there is nothing to steal from the car when in an unsafe area.
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the kind of car park where you can safely leave your car
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a warning about the effects of a new law
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how to protect items of value
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INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS INSTITUTE BUDDY PEER SUPPORT SCHEME Think back to your first days and weeks in a new country. Were there times when you had questions that you wished you could ask a friend, or when you wanted to have a chat about how you were feeling? To help new students, the International Business Institute (IBI) plans to set up a Buddy Peer Support Scheme. The scheme will help new students meet current students at IBI who can provide them with some friendly company during their first months in Newcastle and help them with any small problems that they may have. Often, buddies may not be able to solve the problem, but they may know who can help. What’s in it for you? We believe that being a buddy will be rewarding in several ways. As a volunteer, it will be personally satisfying to know that you are able to help new students. However, it will also help you to make contacts that may be valuable in your future academic and professional lives. If you are an overseas student, it will give you another opportunity to practice speaking English. Lastly and most importantly, we hope that it will be enjoyable for you to be a buddy! Responsibilities of buddies 1 Telephone and arrange to make contact with the new student. 2 Meet the student and show him/her around the campus and the local area. Meet for coffee, perhaps. Answer questions about living in Newcastle and administration procedures at IBI. ( We will give you a checklist of things to mention when we send you the new student’s name and telephone number). 3 Arrange to meet the new student one morning or afternoon one weekend early in the semester, and take the student to places that you enjoy in Newcastle. 4 Be prepared to take telephone calls from the new student to answer further questions that he/she may have from time to time. Meet to explain information in person, if required. 5 You will be matched to an individual new student. However, if you have friends who are also buddies, you might prefer to from a support group together. This would mean that you meet the new students as a group rather than one-on-one. 6 Being a buddy is voluntary. There is no requirement to provide assistance beyond the help outlined above. However we hope that the buddy and new students will enjoy each other’s company and continue to meet. Please note that if you agree to become a peer support buddy, you will be expected to fulfill your role conscientiously and cheerfully. It will be important to be considerate and reliable so that our student can feel confident of your support.
105 7 When you agree to act as a buddy for a particular term, your commitment covers that term only. For example, f you act as a buddy for Term 2, and would be free in the following term, there is no obligation to continue as a buddy in Term 3. Of course, we hope that you will want to assist every term.
QUESTIONS 14-21 Do the following statements agree with the information given in the passage? In boxes 14-21 on your answer sheet, write: TRUE if the statement agrees with the information FALSE if the statement contradicts with the information NOT GIVEN if there is no information on this
14 15
16 17 18 19 20 21
The main aim of the Buddy Peer Support Scheme is to help new students during exam periods. Students will be put in touch with others from their own language group. The principal reward for the buddy is making new friends. The buddy is responsible for making the first move to meet the new student. Buddies need to work one-on-one with the student in their care. Buddies participate on a voluntary basis. Buddies are required to attend two meetings per term. The buddy’s obligations finish at the end of each term.
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IMS LEAVES ENTITELMENTS The purpose of this document is to advise IMS employees of their leave entitlements, such as paid vacation time, holidays and time off to look after yourself or others during times of sickness or difficulty
Annual Leave Employees are entitled to 4 weeks of paid annual leave for each 12 months of service to IMS. Being determined on your standard hours of work, this base entitlement accrues progressively during the year and accumulates form year to year. The accrued leave, expressed in hours, is printed on you fortnightly payslip. Should you work additional hours, over and above your contracted hours a pro rata amount is calculated toward your annual leave. Employees are required to take 5 of their annual leave days during the closedown period between Christmas and New Year. The remaining leave may be taken at a time agreed to by IMS though, under the law, IMS cannot unduly reject any reasonable application for such leave. Employees are entitled to payment for all public holidays which fall on a working day.
Personal/Carer’s Leave and Compassionate Leave IMS employees are provided with personal/carer’s leave and compassionate leave as per Workplace Relation Standards. For each 12 months period you are entitled to 10 days of paid personal/carer’s leave, which covers both sick leave and carer’s leave, and 2 days of paid compassionate leave. This leave also accrues and accumulates under the same condition as your annual leave. Personal/carer’s leave can we taken as a result of personal illness or injury or to provide care or support for a member of your immediate family who is sick, injured or has an unexpected emergency. Compassionate leave may be taken in the event of a death ir life threatening illness of a member of your immediate family includes the following: spouse, de facto partner, children, parents, grandparents, grandchildren and siblings. When personal carer’s or compassionate leave is taken, you must notify IMS as soon as possible of your inability to attend work. IMS may request evidence in the form of medical certificate or statutory declaration to support your reasons for the leave.
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QUESTION 22-27 Choose the appropriate letter, A, B or C. Write the appropriate letter in boxes 22-27 on your answer sheet.
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23
24
25
26
Annual leaves entitlement for IMS workers A
increase only after a year of service.
B
are based on the number of hours worked.
C
apply to those employees who have worked for a year
Employees who work extra hours A
earn additional paid leave entitlements.
B
are will receive additional leave shown in hours on their payslip.
C
must be fairly considered by IMS.
An employee’s request to take holidays A
can be easily refused by IMS under the law.
B
has to be during IMS’s shutdown period.
C
must be fairly considered by IMS.
IMS employee’s paid personal/carer’s leave A
is determined by the employer on a yearly basis.
B
is provided under the same conditions as their annual leave.
C
includes both sick leave and compassionate leave.
An IMS worker is entitled to used carer’s leave to A
help his/her sister who’s been in a car accident.
B
attend grandmother’s funeral.
C
Take a nephew who accidentally broke his arm to hospital.
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If personal leave is taken, IMS workers must A
present evidence why there were absent.
B
Inform their employer within a month.
C
Inform the company of their absence promptly.
HOW BABIE LEARN LANGUAGE During the first year of a child’s life, parents and carers are concerned with its physical development; during the second the second year, they watch the baby’s language development very carefully. It is interesting how easily children learn language. Children who are just three or four years old, who cannot yet tie their shoelaces, are able to speak in full sentences without any specific language training. The current view of child language development is that it is an instinct-something as natural as eating or sleeping. According to experts in this area, this language instinct is innate, that is something each of us born with. However, this prevailing view has not always enjoyed widespread acceptance. In the middle of last century, experts, including John Whiting. A renowned professor at Harvard University, regarded child language development as the process of learning through mere repetition. Language ‘habit’ developed as young children were rewarded for repeating language correctly and ignored or punished when they used incorrect form of language. Over time, a child, according to this theory, would learn language much like a dog might learn to behave a properly through training. Yet even though the modern view holds that language is instinctive, experts like Professor Lise Eliot are convinced that the interaction a child has with its parents and caregivers is crucial to its development. The language of the parents and caregivers act as models for the developing child. In fact, a baby’s day-to-day experience is so important that the child will learn to speak in a manner very similar to the model speakers it hears. Given that the models parents provide are so important, it is interesting to consider the role of baby talk in the child’s language development. Baby talk is the language produced by an adult speaker who is trying to exaggerate certain aspects of the language to capture the attention of a young baby. Dr. Roberta Golinkoff believes that babies benefit from baby talk. Experiments show that immediately after birth babies respond more to infant-directed talk than they do to adult-directed talk. When using baby talk, people exaggerate their facial expressions, which help the baby to begin to understand what is being communicated. She also notes that the exaggerated nature and repetition of baby talk helps infants to learn the difference between sounds. Since babies have a great deal of information to process, baby talk helps.
109 Although there is concern that baby talk may persist too long, Dr Golingkoff says that it stops being used as the child gets older, when the child is better able to communicate with the parents. Professor Jusczyk has made a particular study of babies ability to recognise sounds, and claims they recognise the sound of their own names as early as four and half months. Babies know the meaning of mummy and daddy by about six months, which is earlier than was previously believed. By about nine months, babies begin recognizing frequent patterns in language. A baby will listen longer to the sounds that occur frequently, so it is good to frequently call the infant by its name. An experiment at John Hopkins University in USA, in which researchers went to the homes of 16 nine-month-olds, confirms this view. The researchers arranged their visits for ten days out of a two week period. During each visit the researcher played a CD that included the same three stories. The stories included odd words such as ‘python’ or ‘hornbill’, words that were unlikely to be encountered in the babies’ everyday experience. After a couple weeks during which noting were done, the babies were brought to the research lab, where they listened to two recorded lists of words. The first list included words heard in the story. The second included similar words, but not the exact ones that were used in the stories. Jusczyk found the babies listened linger to the words that had appeared in the stories, which indicated that the babies had extracted individual words from the story. When a control group of 16 nine-months-old, who had not heard the stories, listened to the two groups of words, they showed no preference for either list. This does not mean that the babies actually understand the meanings of the words, merely the sound patterns. It supports the idea that people are born to speak. And have the capacity to learn language from the day they were born. This ability is enhanced if they are involved in conversation. What’s more, Dr. Eliot reminds parents that babies and toddlers’ need to feel they are communicating. Clearly, sitting in front of the television in not enough; the baby must be having an interaction with another speaker.
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QUESTION 28-34 Complete the summary below. Choose NO MORE THAN THREE AND/OR NUMBERS from the passage. Write your answers in boxes 28-34 on your answer sheets. The study of 28.____________ in very young children has changed considerably in the last 50 years. Early studies claimed that language developed through repetition, but since then it has been established that children can speak independently at age three to four, and that this ability is 29.______________. In fact, the child will follow the speech patterns and linguistic behaviour of its carers and parents who act as 30.__________. Of particular benefits is the use of baby talk in which parents’ 31.________ both sounds and facial expressions to catch the child’s attention. This assists the child in processing large amounts of information and understanding the message being communicated. Babies’ ability to 32.___________ sounds patterns rather than words comes earlier than was previously thought. Studies have shown that babies tend to focus on 33.__________ occurring patterns and while they may not understand the meaning of the words, they do understand the patterns. This reinforces the idea that babies are capable of learning language from day one. So it is important to include them in 34.__________ and situations where they can benefit from interaction.
QUESTION 35-40
111 Do the following statements agree with the information in the reading passage? in boxes 35-40 on your answer sheet. Write: YES if the statement agrees with the writer NO if the statement does not agree with the writer NOT GIVEN if there is no information about this in the passage 35 Children begin to learn their first language without being taught. 36 According to experts in 1950s and 1960s, language learning is very similar to the training of animals 37 Repetition in language learning is important, according to Professor Eliot. 38 Dr. Golinkoff is concerned that ‘baby talk’ is spoken too much by some parents. 39 The first word a child learns to recognise is usually ’Mummy’ or ‘Daddy’. 40 Researchers found that babies like listening to the same stories being read.
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‘Writing effectively in English takes a lot of Practice. I have a Couple of Facebook Friends in English-speaking Countries and writing to Them regularly , and receiving emails from them, has really helped.’
UNIT THREE About the Writing Test.......................................136 After the Practice Writing Test...........................137 Writing Test Answer Sheets................................139
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Practice Writing Tests Writing Test 1.....................................................144 Writing Test 2.....................................................146 Writing Test 3.....................................................148 Writing Test 4.....................................................150 Writing Test 5.....................................................152
Practice Writing Tests Sample Answers..............189
UNIT THREE THE WRITING TEST IELTS Test Format 1 2 3 4
Listening Reading Writing Speaking
Time 1 hour Number and
2 different writing tasks
Length of Tasks
Task 1 - 150 word letter
Task 2 – 250 word essay
Structure Task 1 Write a formal/informal letter in response to a problem or issue stated in 3 related bullet points Provide general factual information, a description, an explanation, instructions or request particular information. Task 2
114 Write an essay in response to an issue or argument. Outline a problem and identify solutions, State and justify your opinion, present two sides of an issue, or compare and contrast an opinion Writing Skills* include:
The writing skills which will help you complete the tasks Responding appropriately and accurately to the question topic and task Stating your position Ensuring minimum word limit Organising your writing logically Supporting your ideas with reasons and examples
Using a range of vocabulary, e.g. different word forms, Synonyms, collocations Indentifying and using appropriate register, ie formal/informal language Using range of sentence and grammatical structure Using correct spelling and punctuation Writing Strategies* Writing task 2 carries more weight than Task 1, so you might like to do Task 2 first: spend no more than 40 minutes on Task 2 and 20 minutes in Task 1. Read the Question Topic and Question Task carefully. Identify the key word in the question. Brainstorming ideas and think about any vocabulary that is Appropriate to the topic. Plan your letter and essay organising supporting ideas by paragraphs. Do not write a draft. Write your letter and essay following your plan. Leave 2-3 minutes to check your grammar. Spelling and punctuation. Acquaint yourself with topics of general interest, such as society, education, media and family, and subtopics of these, including youth problems, technology in education, role of the media and generation gap respectively.
115 Suggested approaches and sample answers to the tasks in the Writing Practice Tests are provided in the Answer Key. Attempt the tasks first before you read the samples. Remember that these are suggestions only and that your answers may be equally valid. It is valuable to discuss your answers with other students.
UNIT THREE THE WRITING TEST IDENTIFY YOUR STRENGTHS AND WEAKNESS Read the following statements and tick any that apply to you o o o o o
I have never practised such question before. F I am not sure what the question means. T I cannot write quickly enough. T I do not have enough ideas to write about U I cannot say what I think in English U Using the letter in bold, refer to pages 13-15 for an explanation of how you can improve in these areas.
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WRITING TEST ANSWER SHEETS You may photocopy or reproduce this page.
Student Name: __________________________________ _________________
Student Number:
School Name: __________________________________ __________________
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Test:
Task 1
Academic
Date of Practice:
General Training [Tick the appropriate box]
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CHECKLIST
Writing Task 1: General Training Have I addressed all bullet points? Have I written at least 150 words? Do I have 3 to 5 paragraphs including the introduction,2-3body paragraps and a concluding statement? Have I used the appropriate register (formal/informal)?
118 Have I linked my ideas appropriately? Have I used a range of vocabulary, including descriptions, synonyms, topic vocabulary and different word forms? Is my spelling and punctuation correct? Have I used a range of sentence type: simple, compound and complex NOTES
WRITING TEST ANSWER SHEETS You may photocopy or reproduce this page. Task 2
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Writing Task 2: Academic and General Training Have I addressed all parts of the questions? Have I stated my position? Have I written at least 250 words? Have I organised my essay logically [4-5 paragraphs]? Have I supported my ideas with reasons and examples?
120 Is the vocabulary that I used relevant to the topic? Is my spelling and punctuation correct? Have I used a range of sentence type: simple, compound and complex? Is my grammar accurate [subject-verb agreement, [un] countable nouns, verb tenses, word order, prepositions, and referents]?
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WRITING TEST WRITING TEST 1 You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You have a Facebook friend living in another country and s/he is curious to learn about a major news item in your country. Write a letter to your Facebook friend. In your letter
Describe a news in your country Explain why people interested in it Say how the personally relates to you
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear ____________________
WRITING TEST 1 Continued You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.
122 Write the following topic: A healthy person is often described as someone who has a good diet, gets plenty of exercise and avoids stress. What should people do to stay healthy in your country? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Write at least 250 words.
WRITING TEST 2 You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You are a member of an organisation which meets regularly at a particular restaurant. The most recent meal you had there was not satisfactory. Write a letter to the manager of the restaurant. In your letter
Explain why you are writing Describe what went wrong with the meal and services Suggest what the manager should do to ensure that you and your group return to the restaurant
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear ____________________
WRITING TEST 2 Continued You should spend about 40 minutes on this task. Write the following topic: In some countries children have very strict rules of behaviour, while in other countries they are allowed to do almost anything they want.
123 To what extent should children have to follow rules? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Write at least 250 words.
WRITING TEST 3 You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. Although you have never formally studied computing, you have always been interested in computers. You have just read about a computer course that really interests you, but it is only for people who have completed an elementary course.
Write a letter to the college enrolment officer. In your letter -
Explain why you are writing Describe your circumstances Ask if a special exception can be made for you so you can enrol in the course
Write at least 15 words. You do not need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear________________,
WRITING TEST 3 Continued You should spend about 40 minutes in this task.
Write about the following topic: Countries around the world will be facing significant challenges relating not only to the environment, but population and education as well.
124 Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. Write at least 250 words.
WRITING TEST 4 You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You have lost your student identification card. This has created some problems for you. Write a letter to the director of student services. In your letter -
Advise them of your situation Explain how this is affecting you Request a new card
Write at least 150 words. You do not need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear _________________,
WRITING TEST 4 Continued You should spend about 40 minutes on this task. Write about the following topic: Every country has poor people and every country has different ways of dealing with the poor. What are some reasons for world poverty? How can the poor be helped? Give reasons for your answers and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
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You should write at least 250 words.
WRITING TEST 5 You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. There have been some problems with the bus service, especially its reliability, in your area over the last two weeks. Write a letter to the manager of the bus company. In your letter -
Describe what the problems are Explain how these problems are affecting you Suggest what you would like the company to do
Write at least 150 words. You do not need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear ___________________,
WRITING TEST 5 Continued You should spend about 40 minutes on this task. Write about the following topic: Every country should have a free health service even if this means that the latest medical treatments may not be available through the service because they are expensive. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give your reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
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Write at least 250 words.
UNIT FOUR About the Speaking Test After the Practice Speaking Test Practice Speaking Tests Speaking Test1 Speaking Test2 Speaking Test3 Speaking Test4 Speaking Test5 Practice Speaking Tests Transcripts
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UNIT FOUR THE SPEAKING TEST IELTS Test Format 1. Listening 2. Reading 3. Writing 4. Speaking Time---------------11-14 minutes Interview----------3 parts Procedure-------- The interview is scheduled either in the afternoon, after the other IELTS papers, or sometimes the following day. The Speaking Test is conducted oneon-one in the examination room, and is digitally recorded. Structure Part 1 Introduction Part 2 Individual Long Turn Part 3 Two-way discussion
(1)4-5 minutes (2)3-4 minutes including 1 minute preparation (3)4-5 minutes
(1)Introductions and confirmation of identity. You are required to give personal information answer questions on everyday topics, such as family, hobbies and sports. (2)You are given a topic drawn from your personal experience and 1 minute to prepare. Give a 1-2 minute talk on the topic.
128 (3)Examiner generates a discussion relating to the topic introduced in part 2. Questions are more abstract in nature. You are expected to provide an extended answer.
SPEAKING SKILLS The Speaking Test assesses your ability to communicate effectively in English. The speaking skills on which you will be assessed include: - Production skills - Communication skills - Language skills
PRONUNCIATION
Rhyme, stress, intonation, sounds How clearly do you speak? How can easily can the examiner understand you? How appropriately do you use stress and notation?
FLUENCY AND COHERENCE Speech rate, speech continuity, logical order How clearly and smoothly do you speak? Do you have to stop or pause often to search for a word? Do you speak at normal rate? How well have you linked your ideas? Have you organised your sentences logically?
GRAMMATICAL RANGE AND ACCURACY
Grammatical structures, simple, compound and complex sentences Do you use a variety of sentence types, including compound and complex sentences? Do you use a range of grammatical structures? How accurate are the grammatical structures and sentences used? Do the errors affect communication?
VOCABULARY Word forms, synonyms, formal word choices, collocations, topic vocabulary, idioms Do you have a good range of words to discuss the IELTS topic? How accurately can you express meaning? Do you have the ability to use another word or paraphrase if you do not know the word you need?
SPEAKING STRATEGIES It is important to follow instructions on the interview. Listen carefully to the questions so that you answer them correctly. If you did not understand a question or a word, don’t be afraid to ask the examiner to repeat the question or explain the word. -
Speak clearly and audibly Read the bullet points on the prompt card carefully
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Use a wide range of grammatical structures and sentences Use a broad range of vocabulary Remember to extend your answers, especially in the discussion Keep talking Maintain eye contact with the examiner Be positive and smile Believe in yourself
UNIT FOUR THE SPEAKING TEST AFTER THE PRACTICE SPEAKING TEST IDENTIFY your strengths and weaknesses Read the following statements and tick any that apply to you _ I have never seen or attempted such questions before _ I get nervous and make mistakes _ The examiner asks me questions I have not thought about before _ I do not understand the examiner’s questions
PRACTICE SPEAKING TEST 1 Good afternoon. My name is Andy. Could you tell me your name please? Thank you. (1) I’d like you to tell me about your hometown. Can you tell me about the most interesting things in your hometown? Could you describe special places or special interest I could visit near where you live? What would be the best way for me to get to those places? Should I go there at any special time of the year? I’d like to ask you a few questions about food and diet. What do you usually eat for breakfast? What is the most important meal of the day for you? What should we eat to stay healthy? Will people’s diet change in the future? (2)
130 Now I’d like to ask you to speak for 1-2 minutes on a topic. You have one minute to plan your answer. Here is a pencil and paper to make notes. Here is your topic. I’d like to describe a celebration you recently participated in. Thank you. Can you start speaking now, please? I will stop you after two minutes. I’d like you to describe a celebration you recently participated in. You should say: -
Where the celebration took place When it happened Why it was held
Thank you. Are there similar celebrations where you come from? (3) Now let’s talk about traditions and celebrations. What role do traditional ceremonies play in the social life of people in your country? What traditions were important for your grandparents, say 50 years ago? Which traditions will continue to be celebrated in the future? How would you describe young peoples’ attitudes toward traditions? Are customs and traditions changing these days? Why do you thinks this is happening? Do you think traditions and customs are affected by advertising? Do some countries celebrate traditions more than others? Thank you. That is the end of Speaking Test.
PRACTICE SPEAKING TEST 2 Good afternoon. My name is Anna. Could you tell me your full name please? What should I call you? Thank you. (1) Do you work or are you a student? Can you tell me about your studies? What is your favourite subject? What is your study plan? Do you have any hobbies or interests?
131 What hobbies are popular with boys and girls in your country? Do people usually continue their hobbies when they get older? (2) Now I’d like to ask you to speak for 1-2 minutes on a topic. You have one minute to plan your answer. Here is a pencil and paper to make notes. Here is your topic. I’d like to describe a movie which made a strong impression on you. Thank you. Can you start speaking now, please. Remember you have a maximum of two minutes. Describe a movie which made a strong impression on you. You should say: -
Which movie it was What the movie was about Who the main stars were
And explain why you enjoyed the movie. Thank you. Do you go to movies often? (3) Now I’d like to ask you more questions about films. Are films popular where you came from? Are people going to the cinema more these days compared 25 years ago? What films are popular with young people? Do people’s taste change as they grow older? Has technology made a difference to the quality of modern films? Why have the forms of popular entertainment changed over the years? Will people still go to the cinema in the future? Thank you. That is the end of the Speaking Test.
PRACTICE SPEAKING TEST 3 Good afternoon. My name is Renée. Could you tell me your full name please? Can I check your identification? Thank you. (1) Do you work or are you a student? Could you describe what kind of work you do?
132 What do you like about your job? What kind of job to do you hope to do in 10 years? Do you play any sports? What are the most popular ports in your country? Is it better to play or watch sports? Can it be dangerous? Do men and women play sports in your country? (2) Now I am going to give you a topic and I’d like you to speak on it for 1-2 minutes. You have 1 minute to prepare your answer. Here is a pencil and paper to make notes. Here is your topic. I’d like you to describe a vacation you have really enjoyed. Thank you. Can you start talking now please? I will stop you at 2 minutes. Describe a vacation you have really enjoyed. You should say: -
Where you went Who you travelled with What you did
And explained why you enjoyed the holiday. Thank you. Would you go there again? (3) Now, about vacations and holidays away. Are people taking more holidays traveling far these days? Where did people go for holidays in your grandparents’ time? Where do people travel these days? Why do people travel? Is tourism an effect for the environment? How important is the tourist dollar for the economy? Will the tourist industry grow in 20 years? Why? What do you think of tourism not designed to damage the environment? Thank you. That is the end of the Speaking Test.
PRACTICE SPEAKING TEST 4
133 Good afternoon. My name is Debra. Could you tell me your full name please? Can I check your identification? Thank you. (1) Do you work or are you a student? What are you studying at the moment? Why did you choose to study these subjects? What do you hope after finishing studies? How do you spend spare time? Do you go out alone or with others? Why? Is there a particular time in the week when you prefer to go out? Do you think it is important to exercise? Why? (2) Now I am going to give you a topic and I’d like you to speak on it for 1-2 minutes. You have 1 minute to prepare your answer. Here is a pencil and paper to make notes. Here is your topic. I’d like you to describe someone you admire very much. Thank you. Can you start talking now please? I will stop you at 2 minutes. Describe someone you admire very much. You should say: -
Who this person is What this person does How long have you known this person
And explain why you admire this person so much. Thank you. Is this person admired by others? (3) What makes a person famous? What kinds of people were famous in your grandparents’ time? In your opinion, is being well-known easy to live with? What kinds of people will be famous in the future? What responsibilities to society do famous people have? Do you think the children of famous people have an easy time? Would you like to be famous? Would this change you? Should the media be able to invade the privacy of famous people? Thank You. This is the end of Speaking Test.
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Good afternoon. My name is Darryl. Could you tell me your full name please? What should I call you? Thank you. Do you work or are you a student? Can you tell me about-your job? When-is the busiest time in your job? If you could change your job. What would you prefer to do? What kind of music do you enjoy listening to? Do you play a musical instrument? What musical instruments do most people play in your home country? If you can play a musical instrument does this help you to enjoy music more? 2 _ Now I‘d like to ask you to speak for 1—2 minutes on a topic. You have one minute to plan your answer. Here is a pencil and paper to make notes. Here is your topic. I'd like you to describe your favourite teacher. Thank you. Can you start speaking now? You have 1-2 minutes. I. will tell you when the time is up. Describe your favourite teacher. You should say: who this teacher was what this teacher taught how long you had this teacher and explain why you liked this teacher so much. Thank you. Did other students also like this teacher? 3 We've been talking about teaching and I'd like to ask you a few questions about teaching and education. What are the qualities of a good teacher? What differences in teaching styles have you experienced with different teachers? Should teachers use discipline in the classroom? Can students learn from computers? Can you describe the education system in your country? When should children start formal schooling? Has education changed since your parents' day -- in the last 25 Years?
135 Should education be free? Thank You. That is the end of the Speaking Test. SECTION ONE 1 10 Bridge St 2 810 6745 3 Mrs. Green 4 July 15/15 July 5 One/1 6 May 31 — Jun 4 7 3 8 Visit aunt May/visit aunt/visit mother's sister 9 50 kilometers/50k/50km 10 [in] 12 months SECTION TWO 11 garbage 12 garbage 13 paper 14 charity 15 filters 16 theatres and museums/theatres/museums 17 [exciting] events 18 through letters/letters 19 cancel [an/the] appointment 20 9120 enter SECTION THREE 21 [problem of] unemployment 22 young people 23 changes in technology 24 voluntary 25 technological future 26 upgraded equipment 27 bottlenecks 28-30 in any order B D E SECTION FOUR 31 B 32 ring roads 33 strangles 34 road works 35 wide streets 36 population 37 comprehensive 38 cheap 39 daily 40 nasty attacks Narrator Here are some instructions regarding. These Practice Listening Tests. In each Practice Listening Test you will hear a number of - different recordings. And you will 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. . Each test is in tour sections. Write all your answers on the Listening Module Answer sheet. At the end of the real test you will be given ten minutes to transfer your answers to an answer sheet. Prepare for lELTS Practice Listening Tests. _ this is Practice Listening Test 1. Turn to Section 1 at Practice Listening Test 1. Section 1. Listen to the conversation between Bob Wills. Who is an international student adviser at a language school? And Angela Tung- who is a student. And complete the form. First you have some time to look at Questions 1 to 5 on the form now. You will see that there is an example which has been done for you. The conversation relating to this will be played first. Telephone rings Bob: Hello. International Student Adviser's office. This is Bob Wills speaking. Can I help you? Angela: It’s Angela Tung here. Bob, I’d like to make a request for special leave. Can I do that over the phone? Bob: Hello, Angela. You can make that request by phone—but I'll have to fill the form out. Let me get the special leave form. Okay. Here it is. Tell me your student number. Please. Angela: It‘s H for Harry 5712. Bob: H5712. Okay. And what's your address. Angela?
136 Narrator: Angela's student number is H5712. So that has been written on the form. Now we shall begin. You should answer the questions as you listen because you will not hear the recording a second time. Now listen carefully and answer questions 1 to 5. Telephone rings Bob: Hello! International Student Adviser's office. This is Bob Wills speaking. Can I help you? Angela: It's Angela Tung here. Bob. I’d like to make a request for special leave. Can I do that over the phone? Bob: Hello! Angela. You can make that request by phone—but I'll have to till the form out. Let me get the special leave form. Um. Okay. Here it is Can you give me your student number. Please. Angela: It’s H for Harry 5712. Bob: H5712. Okay. And what's your address. Angela? Angela: I live at to Bridge Street. Tamworth. Bob: 10 Bridge Street. Tamworth. And your phone number? Angela: The telephone numbers 810 6745. Bob: Thanks. What course are you doing? Angela: I’m taking a writing class. Bob: Writing. Who's your teacher this term? Angela: Mrs. Green—she spells her name like the color. Bob: Thanks. Hmm. When does your student visa expire? Angela: Let me look, July 15. Bob: July 15, okay. Which term do you want to take leave? Angela: Do you want dates? Bob: First, I have to write a term number. When do you want to take leave? Angela: In term one. Narrator: Look at questions 6 to 10. Now listen to more of the conversation between Angela and Bob and answer questions 6 to 10.
137 Bob: Okay. Term one. Now can you tell me what the exact dates are? Angela: I‘d like to be away from May 31 to June 4. Bob: Okay. I've got that. You'll miss five working days between May 31 and June 4. Is that right? Angela: Only three. I'll be away over a weekend. I'll be back at my classes on June 5. So that's three days away. Bob: Why do you want to take leave, Angela? Angela: I'm going to visit my aunt May. She's my mother's sister. She and her husband are my guardians while I'm here. Bob: Where do they live? Angela: About four kilometers from here. Near Armadale. , - . Bob: Do you have to take so long if they live nearby? Angela: My mother is coming with me. She's come for a holiday. So she wants to have some time with May. And I want to spend some time with my mother. Too. _ Bob: Aren’t you going home soon? Angela: We applied to extend my time here. I expect to go home in twelve months. Narrator: That is the end of Section 1. You now have some time to check your answers. Now turn to Section 2. Section 2. You are going to hear a recording of instructions and advice which a woman called Martha has left tor her friend John, who is coming to stay at her house and take care oi it while she is away. First, look at questions 10 to 15. As you listen to the first part of the talk, answer questions 10 to 15. Martha: Hello. John. Welcome to the house. I'm really pleased that you can be here to look after my house while I’m away. Here are some things you need to know about the house: The important studio like when the garbage is collected. In fact, let's start with the garbage which is collected every Friday. Just write the word “garbage” on the calendar on the days they take it away. Put it out on Friday every week, that'll be Friday 22nd. Friday 29th and Friday 5th. It's a really good service. The trucks are quiet and the service is efficient. The bin will be put back outside the house empty. It's a good idea to put it away quickly. This street can be quite windy. I once watched my next door neighbour chase her bin the whole length of the street. Every time she nearly caught up with it, it got away again. The waste papers will be collected this Tuesday. That's in the 19th which is a Tuesday and there's a plastic box full of paper in the front room: please put it out on Tuesday. The truck will come during the day. If you don't mind collecting old newspapers and other papers and putting them in the box, I'll put it out when I come home—the paper people only come monthly. I have some things to give to the charity in a box in the front room. Would you put it out on Monday the 25th please? It’s a box of old clothes and some bed linen which I’ve collected, plus a few other bits and pieces. Be careful when you pick it up, because it's heavier than you might expect. The charity truck will come by during the day on the last Monday of the month.
138 If you want to use the library, you‘ll find it on Darling Street. I've left my borrower's card near the telephone. It has a very good local reference section if you want to find out more about this city. I'm sorry to say we don't have a cleaner. Oh, yes! Filters! Would you please change the filters on the washing machine on the last day of the month, which is Sunday the 31st? We find that the machine works much better if we change the filters regularly. The gas company reads the meter outside the house so don‘t worry about that. I think that's all the information about our calendar of events Narrator: Now look at questions 16 to 20. Now listen to the recording and answer questions 16 to 20. Martha: Well, John. I’m trying to think what else I should be telling you. As you know, I’m going to a conference in London. I hope to have a little time to look around. It's a great city! I do hope I manage to get to at least some of the theatres and museums. I'm looking forward to all the things I have to do at the conference. Too. I’m giving a paper on Tuesday the 26th and there are a couple of really exciting events planned later in the conference program. I hope to meet up with an old teacher of mine at the conference. She taught English Literature at my old high school and we've kept in touch through letters over the years. She teaches now at the University of Durham. And I'm really looking forward to seeing her again. By the way. I expect you're hungry after your trip. I've left a meal in the refrigerator for you. I hope you like cheese and onion pie. Would you do me a favor please? I haven‘t had time to cancel an appointment. It was made a long time ego and I forgot about it until this morning. It’s with my dentist. For a check-up on Thursday the 28th. Could you please call the dentist on 816 2525 and cancel the appointment for me? Thanks a lot, John. Oh, one last thing. When you leave the house make sure the windows and doors are shut and set the burglar alarm. The alarm code number is 9-1-2-0 enter. Have fun! I'll see you when I get back. This is your friend Martha, saying goodbye. Narrator: That is the end of Section 2. You will now have some time to check your answers. Now turn to Section 3. Section 3. In this section you will hear a tutorial group discussing a case study relating to the education policies of the Government of Patonga. First you have some time to look at questions 21 to 27. Now listen to the recording and answer questions 21 to 27. Julia: Now, we need to consider the education policies of the Government of Patonga and its success in satisfying the country's future needs for an educated workforce. There‘s been much criticism of the government's policies because of the growing problem of unemployment especially among the young people. How accurate is this criticism, Jeremy? Would you say that the government isn't helping unemployed young people to find jobs? Jeremy: Well, it's not accurate at all, in my opinion. I think the government is well aware of the difficulties faced by these young people who are just coming out of high school and facing the prospect of finding a job. And not only that, but they’re also aware of the problems of older workers whose jobs have disappeared because of the recent changes in technology. The government has, in fact, implemented several very successful schemes of financial support and retaining to address this problem.
139 Julia: It was suggested that the government link unemployment benefits to a nationwide system of community service. So, in such a system like that, the unemployed would be paid an allowance as long as they do voluntary work in the community. So, they're being paid, they’re learning basic and practical work skills, and the community is being helped. What do you think of this suggestion, Angela? ' Angela: Mm, yes. It's true that young people would gain some work experience that way, but administratively it would be quite difficult to try and follow through with a community service system for all unemployed people. More importantly, I think it's better if they provided job trainings suited to the country’s technological future. What I mean is more vocational development and on-the-job training. The problem is that there is a lack of skilled workers in the areas of high-tech industries. That's really what Patonga's young people and the economy need. The country can't continue to rely on fishing and tourism. Julia: Jeremy, you mentioned something about retraining programs. Can you tell us more about how these programs operate? Jeremy: Yes, certainly. For example, the 'Upgrade' program provides funding to employers who set aside a fixed part of their expenditure to train their employees in the use of upgraded equipment, and it assists the employers in the form of tax deductions in the purchase of new technology. Angela: But Jeremy isn't the only program helping those people who already have jobs in those industries. What's going to happen to all those people who are unemployed, and after 6, 12, 18 months still can't find a job? Will the 'Upgrade' program really be of any use to them? Jeremy: Well, I think those people will be helped. You've got to look at the reasons why they're out of a job. The first reason is their lack of skills. Second is the problem most people seem to see with Patonga's economy. That is that industry can't go ahead without skilled workers, and that is what the country lacks. Bottlenecks have been created in the industry because of this. Now, if these workers can be trained, these so-called bottlenecks to the expansion of industry will disappear. The high-tech industries will expand and more jobs will be created. Narrator: Now, look at questions 28-30. Listen to the next part of the discussion and answer questions 2830. Julia: But let's consider the criticism the government is facing at the moment. Universities and other institutions in Patonga are deteriorating due to overcrowding. There just isn't enough space for these people who want to learn new skills. Would you agree with that Jeremy? Jeremy: Well. I'd have to disagree that they're - deteriorating. In fact, Patonga has been really very successful in creating new education opportunities. 80 percent of all students Complete high school. to years ago the rate was only 50 percent. 190.000 new places have been created in universities in the last 9 years, I believe it's not a problem of places in colleges. It's a matter of balancing the skills to cover vocational education. Julia: Could you elaborate on that. Jeremy? Jeremy Well,what I mean is that the actual number of graduates from universities and colleges has grown by 40 percent but the number of graduates in the technical and vocational areas has fallen by two percent. So, that is the problem Patonga needs to address in its education policies. Technical education has got to be more prestigious.
140 Angela Alright. Jeremy. but this still leaves out people who are without basic education. and who've been unemployed for a long period. Jeremy Oh. well. well. for people out at work for longer than 6 months. the government set up a new scheme called the ‘Jobfind Scheme‘. Now. the ‘Jobtind Scheme" encourages employers to take on those kinds of people. er. the long-term unemployed. again by providing tax incentives. Angela But is that enough? Julia Oh. look. er. maybe things should be put into perspective. It's true that unemployment is high. but compared to 2008. when things were worse than they are now. there are fewer young people actually looking for a job. Just look at the statistics There were about 450,000 people out of work in 2008. and now there are 290,000. And the actual percentage of young people unemployed is now 8 percent. compared to 12 percent previously. 50 the Government's record in helping young people is actually quite good. Narrator That is the end of Section 3. You now have half a minute to check your answers. Now turn to section 4. Section 4 You will hear an extract from a lecture on traffic management. First you have some time to look at the questions 31 to 36. Now listen carefully and answer questions 31 to 36. Tom Fisher Good afternoon. I'm Tom Fisher. and l'll be lecturing on traffic management this term. Before we go any further, i thought you should look at the sort of problems we've inherited—and -'inherited'. or received as a legacy from those before us. is just the word for our situation. Many of our major cities were built long before the car . was thought of, and the road system evolved from the goat tracks followed by the early inhabitants. These we can refer to as old-structure problems. and you can take the expression 'old-structure' to refer to problems which were in place before we saw the need to build efficient road systems. Old-structure problems are easily demonstrated in London. New York, Sydney and Paris. Let's look at each city in turn. London has a most confusing road system, which is forgiveable because it's a very old city. I'll talk more about the ring roads later. New York is laid out on a grid which makes it easier to find your way around. but it's an enormous city and the sheer pressure of numbers strangles the roads. Sydney has narrow streets in the centre of the city. and the new road works are not keeping up. Paris has wide streets. but it's still the victim of old~structure problems. like Rome and Edinburgh. Tokyo is another city with old-structure problems compounded by a huge population. like New York. Cities which do not have these old-structure problems are Houston. Los Angeles and Dallas. Narrator Now look at questions 37 to 40. Listen to the second half and answer questions 37 to 40 Tom Fisher The thing which saves some of these cities is an effective public transport system. usually below ground. London has an old but effective underground train system known as the Tube. and a comprehensive bus and train system above ground. Hong Kong has cheap. swift and effective public transport in the form of Mass Transit Railway. buses and ferries. Paris has the Metro underground railway which carries tens of thousands of people daily. and a large bus system. New York has a comprehensive underground train system. but many people feel that it's dangerous to ride on it—there have been some nasty attacks. However. the trains themselves are efficient. so we have to call it a good system. Sydney has a good public transport system, but only part of it is underground. Narrator: That is the end of Section 4. You now have some time to check your answers. That is the end of Practice Listening Test 1.
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SECTION ONE 1 909 2467 2 Spanish 3 Building A 4 6:00 PM 5 Elemtntary one/1 6 August 10/10 Aug/ 10/8 7 A 8 D 9 F 10 G SECTION TWO 11 family history 12 consuming more fat 13 food labels 14 (only) small quantities 15 30 minutes 16 special equipment 17 (a) kilometre/one kilometer 18 meeting room 19 instructor 20 Wednesday, 14th/Wednesday/14th SECTION THREE 21 drums 22 flute 23 country 24 jazz 25 exciting 26 soothing 27 repeated 28 [very] loud 29 conclusive 30 perception SECTION FOUR 31-33 in any order D F H 34 C 35 (healthy) lifestyle choices 36 reason 37 motion 38 warm-up 39 cross-training 40 flexibility narrator Prepare for lELTS Practice Listening Tests. Practice Listening Test 2. Turn to Section 1 of Practice Listening Test 2. Section 1. Listen to the conversation between Denise. who is a college receptionist at a language school. and Vijay, who is a student, and complete the lorm. First you have some time to look at Questions 1-6 on the form now. You will see there is an example which has been done for you. The conversation relating to this will be played first. Denise Hello. May | help you? Vljay Hello. is this the right place for me to register to study foreign languages? Denise Yes, it is. May I have your name please? Vijay Vijay. My family name is Paresh. Denise Vijay Paresh. Okay. Narrator The applicant's name is Vijay Paresh. so Vijay Paresh has been written on the form. Now we shall begin. You should answer the questions as you listen because you will not hear the recording a second time. Now listen carefully and answer Questions 1-6. ' Denise Hello. May I help you? Vilay Hello. Is this the right place for me to register to study foreign languages? Denise Yes. it is. May I have your name please? Vijay Vijay. My family name is Paresh. Denise Vijay Paresh. Okay. Do you have a telephone number? Vliay Yeh. 9092467. Denise Thank you. Now, which language would - you like to learn? We offer French. Italian. Cantonese. Mandarin. Spanish. Portugese
142 Vilay Ah. I'd like to learn Spanish. please. Denise Okay. Our classes are conducted in lots of different places. We have classrooms in the city and here in this building Vijay What's this building called? Denise This is Building A. I Vijay I work near here. so it'd be best for me to study in Building A. Denise What time do y0u want to to come to lessons? They go on for three hours. and they start at 10:00 am. 1.:00 pm and 6:00 pm. Vijay I wish i could come to the daytime lessons. but i can‘t. so 6:00pm please. Denise That's our most popular time. of com-5e, Umm. Have you ever studied Spanish before? Vijay No. i haven't. Denise We describe our classes by level and number. Your class is called 'Elementary One'. Vijay Okay. When will classes start? Denise Elementary One begins—ah—iust a minute-ah-“ begins on August 10. Vijay Great! Narrlter Now look at Questions 7-10. Listen carefully and answer Questions 7-10. Vijay Great! Now what else do I have to do? Denise Please go to the building on the other side of smith Street. I want you to go to the reception area first. It's just inside the door on the left as you enter from Smith Street. Give them this form. Vijay Okay. Do I pay my fees there? Denise No. but the fees office is in the same building. Go past the escalators and you'll see a games shop. it's in the corner. The fees office is between the games shop and the toilets. Vijay Thanks. Er. Where can I buy books? Denise The bookshop is opposite the lifts. It’s right next to the entrance from Robert Street. Vijay Your offices are spread out! Denise Not as badly as they used to be. By the way. we offer very competitive overseas travel rates to our students. ’ Vijay Oh id like to look into that.
143 Denise Of course. The travel agency is at the Smith Street end of the building. in the corner next to the insurance office. Vijay Thank you very much. Bye. Narrator That is the end of Section 1. You now have some time to check your answers. Now turn to Section 2. Section 2. You are going to hear a talk by a dietitian who is an expert on diabetes. He will be discussing ways people can reduce their chance of getting this disease. First look at questions 11 to 16. As you listen to the first part of the talk. answer questions 11 to 16. Dietician Hi. I'm Peter Johanssen. an accredited practising dietician. Over the past few weeks we've been talking about the inCreasing health problem of diabetes. and particularly 'type 2'. or 'mature onset' diabetes. which represents 85 to 90 percent of cases. Type 2 diabetes is said to be a 'lifestyle disease'. linked to being overweight family history of the disease. a sedentary lifestyle. and how old you are. Although you can‘t change your age or your family. there are things you can do to reduce your risk. One of the reasons why type 2 diabetes is increasing is because more Australians are overweight than ever before. and we are getting heavier. So why are Australians getting fatter? There are a number of theories. but it is probably a combination of moving less and consuming more fat. As a nation we have considerable room for improvement in our eating and physical activity habits. Healthy eating, in combination with regular physical activity, is vital to rnaintaining an ideal body weight. preventing future weight gain. and losing weight it you need to. Eating less fat is a sure way to eat fewer calories. and still be able to eat satisfying quantities of food. If you are interested in learning more about healthy shopping. learn to read food labels. and become a 'fat detective'. Eating plenty of wholegrain breads, cereals, fruit and vegetables will provide you with valuable nutrients without too much fat. provided you prepare them using only small quantities of healthier fats. such as olive or canola oil. nuts. seeds and avocado. Using low-fat dairy products. lean meat and skinless chicken in moderate amounts will also help. Aim for at least a couple of fish meals per week. The companion solution is physical activity. It's about moving your body more through the day to help burn energy. and every little bit counts. For health benefit, ydu only need accumulate 30 minutes of moderate physical activity most days. and you can do it in three 10minute lots. You will have more ‘get up and go' after achieving this 30-minutes-a—day goal. and you don't need any special equipment. Walking. gardening and housework all count. It's like the ad says. 'Exercise. You only need to take it regularly. not seriously.' Narrator Now look at questions 17—20. Now listen to the second half of the talk and answer questions 17-20. Dietician Now it's time to talk about the 'Wellness Calendar'. It's called 3 'Wellness Calendar“ because it's designed to keep you well. and so we have things like the 'Achievement Check'. where you come in to record how far you've walked or run in the last week. Some people have gone for miles and miles. if you walk three times around the mall. you will have travelled a kilometre. The management of the mall really encourage us to walk in here. lt's'safe in all weather. They even let us have this meeting ' room as a community service. Back to the Calendar. The blood pressure screen will be here on Monday the 5th. and it will be at 10 am. This is probably a good time for most people. so come and be checked. 0h. er. er. um. l'm sorry. that's wrong, the team will arrive at 11. Sorry. 'Access' is the exercise class we hold in the mall. it's gentle exercise. but I think you'll find it'll do you a lot of good. The instructor will help find the correct level of exercise for you. Finally, the Health Visitor this week is Doctor Sally Long. and she is going to talk about ways to get a good night's sleep. I hope we'll see lots of people at her presentation on Wednesday the 14th. So stay well. I'l l see you again soon.
144 Narrator That is the end of Section 2. You will now have some time to check your answers. Now turn to Section 3. Section 3. In this section you will hear a discussion between a tutor. Dr Lester. and two students. Greg and Alexandra, at the end of a talk about music. in the first part of the discussion they are talking about some of the students' favourite instruments and favourite styles of music. First you have some time to look at questions 21 to 24. Now listen to the first part and answer questions 21 to 21.. Dr Lester I think it's time we looked at the results of our survey. Ah. What did you find out. Alexandra? Alexandra We're a group with very diverse tastes. Dr Lester. ‘ Dr Lester Hm. l‘m not surprised. What were the favourite instruments? Alexandra Well. Greg loves drums. He told me he played drums when he was at primary school. and now he plays drums with his friends at weekends. They have a band. Dr Lester Hm. Good. Ah. What do you like to play. Alexandra? Alexandra My favourite is the guitar. However, I haven't played for years. so I keep hoping to start again. Will I go on with the others? Dr Lester Hm. Yes. please. Alexandra Katja is like Greg. She loves to listen to drums. She says she's not a player. just a listener. Rachel. as you know. is a violinist. so of course it's natural that she should favour the violin. Dr Lester Hm. So we have two people who love the sound of the drum and two who like strings- ah. the violin for Rachel and the guitar for Alex. What does Harry like? Alexandra Harry says the best instrument of them all is the piano. He claims it's more versatile than any other instrument. Emiko plays the piano, but her favourite instrument is the flute. Dr Lester The flute? Alexandra Yes. Emiko plays the flute too. of course. Dr Lester Hm. Thank you. Alexandra. Ah, Greg. - will you tell us the students' favourite style of music? Greg We're really very conservative. My favourite is classical music, and that's Alexandra's choice too. Katja claims to like rock. ' Dr Lester So that's a vote from Greg. Alexandra and Katja. Doesn't Rachel prefer classical music?
145 Greg Rachel made a choice which surprised me. She plays the violin. so i expected classical or opera. but Rachel says that she prefers Country music. Dr Lester Hm. How interesting! What's Harry's choice? Brag Harry likes to listen to opera. and loves to go to see a performance. He says opera has everything: colour and spectacle and theatre and great music. Dr Lester And Emiko? Greg Emiko says jazz is her favourite music. She goes to listen to jazz every Friday evening. She also likes opera. heavy metal. classical but jazz is the best. or Lester Thank you. Greg. I wanted to see what you all liked so I could understand your musical tastes more. and lwant to move from this to a discussion of the physiological effects of music. Narrator In the second part of the discussion Dr Lester will talk about the way music affects our bodies. Look at questions 25 to 30 first. As you listen to the discussion, answer questions 25 to 30. Dr Lester For the purposes of this discussion. I'm going to divide music roughly into two typest music which stimulates us and music which calms us. it seems that music which stimulates us gives rise to actual changes in our bodies. We listen ~ to exciting music and our hearts beat faster. our blood pressure rises, and our blood flows more quickly. in short, we're stimulated. Soothing music. however. has the opposite effect. We relax, and let the world go by. Our heart beats more gently. our blood pressure drops. and we feel calm. Um Alexandra. can you think of things which help us to relax? Alexandra Um. Gentle rhythms? Dr Lester Yes. in part. The melodies which help us to relax are smooth flowing and often have repeated rhythms. These rhythms are constant and dynamic. a little like the crash of the sea on the beach. Their very predictability is sedating. relaxing. By contrast very loud. discordant music with unpredictable rhythms and structures excites and stimulates us. These two generalisations about the differences between music which stimulates and music which soothes are true as far as they go. but they are far from conclusive. We still have a lot of research to do to find out what, ah, for instance. people of different cultures hear and feel when they listen to music. This department is taking part in a continuing study on the influence of culture on musical perception, and we‘ll talk about that more next week. Narrator That is the end of Section 3. You will now have some time to check your answers. Now turn to Section 4. Section 4. You will hear an extract from a talk about preventative medicine—specifically. how students can look after their own health. First you have some time to look at questions 3! to 34. Now listen carefully and answer questions 31 lo 34. Parker Good morning. l‘m Dr Pat Parker. and I'm here to talk to you about preventative medicine in its widest and most personal aspects. In other words, f'm here to tell you how the patient should wrest control of their health away from the practitioners of medicine and take charge of their own medical destiny. lwant to talk about staying out of the hands of the doctor. When the patient takes responsibilty for her or his own health—and let's decide the patient is male for now—men are in fact more at risk than women anyway—when the patient takes over his own health regime he must decide what he wants to do. The
146 first thing. of course. is to give up the demon nicotine. Smoking is the worst threat to health. and it's selfinflicted damage. l have colleagues who are reluctant to treat smokers. If you want to stay well. stay off tobacco and smoking in all its manifestations. Our department has recently completed a survey of men's health. We looked at men in different age groups and occupations. and we came up with a disturbing insight. Young men. particularly working-class men, are at considerable risk of premature death because of their life style. As a group. they have high risk factors: they drink too much alcohol: they smoke more heavily than any other group; their diet is frequently heavy in saturated fats; and they don't get enough exercise. We then did a smaller Survey in which we looked at environmental factors which affect health. I had privately expected to find air or water pollution to be the biggest hazards. and they must not be ignored. However. the effects of the sun emerged as a threat which people simply do not take sufficiently seriously. Please remember that too much sunlight can cause permanent damage. Given this information. and the self-destructive things which people. particularly young men. are doing to themselves. one could be excused for feeling very depressed. However. I believe that a well-funded education campaign will help us improve public health standards and will be particularly valuable for young men. As an optimist. I see things improving. but only if we work very hard. In the second part of the talk I want to consider different things that you as students can do to improve your fitness. Narrator Now look at questions 35 to 40 Now listen to the second half of the recording and answer questions 35 to 40. parker So now I'd like to issue a qualification to everythin i say. People will still get sick and they will still need doctors. This advice is just to reduce the incidence of sickness. It would be great if disease were preventable. but it's not. However, we have power. In the late 80‘s the Surgeon-General of the United States said that 53 percent of our illnesses could be avoided by healthy lifestyle choices. I now want to discuss these choices with you. You should try to make keeping fit fun! It‘s very hard to go out and do exercises by yourself. so it's wise to find a sport that you like and play it with other people. If you swim. you can consider scuba diving or snorkelling. If you jog. try to find a friend to go with. It you walk. choose pretty places to walk or have a reason for walking. Your exercise regime should be a pleasure. not a penance. The university is an excellent place to find other people who share sporting interests with you. and there are many sports teams you can join. This. unfortunately. raises the issue of sports injuries. and different sports have characteristic injuries. As well as accidental injuries. we find repetitive strain injuries occurring in sports where the same motion is frequently performed. like rowing and squash. The parallel in working life is repetitive strain injury which may be suffered by typists or other people who perform the some action hour after hour. day after day. In this context. therefore. the most important thing to remember before any sport is to warm- up adequately. Do stretching exercises. and aim at all times to increase your flexibility. Be gentle with yourself. and allow time to prepare for the game you have chosen to play. Don‘t be fooled by the term 'warm-up'. by the way. It‘s every bit as important to do your warm~up exercises on a hot day as on a cool one. I think one of the most sensible and exciting developments in the reduction of injury is the recognition that all sports can borrow from each other. Many sports programmes are now encouraging players to use cross-training techniques. that is, to borrow training techniques from other sports. Boxers have been using their cross-training for years: building up stamina by doing road work and weight training. while honing their skills and reflexes. Other sports which require a high level of eye-hand co-ordination are following this trend. so you see table tennis players running and jogging to improve their performance. and footballers doing flexibility exercises which can help them control the ball better. All of these results are good. but the general sense of well-being is best. and is accessible to us all. from trained athletes to
147 people who will never run a too metros in less than 15 seconds. Good health is not only for those who will achieve athletic greatness! Narrator That is the end of Section 4. Now you how some time to check your answers. That is the end of Practice Listening 2. SECTION ONE 1 ✔ 2 ✔ 3 $36.00 4 7:00-9:00 am/9:00 am 5 6:00-8:00 pm/8:00 pm 6 ✔ 7 B 8 E 9 F 10 C SECTION TWO 11 3A 12 [theI Blue Mountains 13 Monday.June 10 14 front gate. 8:00 am 15 side gale. 6:00 pm 16 [your] [own] lunch 17 strong shoes 18 before lunch 19 first aid kit 20 [thoroughly] successful SECTION THREE 21 very sick 22 8:00 am - 8:00 pm 23 Surgical (wards) 24 painkillers 25 24 hours/all day 26 distress 27 six 28 C;D [must have both for 1 mark] 29 Redmore Lecture Room 30 one third/1/3 SECTION FOUR 31 friendship 32 nine 33 [university] teacher 34 (deeply) influence 35 nationalspirit 36 tolerance 37 controversial 38 A 39 C 40 D Narrator Prepare for IELTS Practice Listening Tests. Practice Listening Test 3. Turn to Section 1 of Practice Listening Test 3. Section 1. You will hear a conversation between a student and a Manager of a Student Hostel. who is explaining the rules at the hostel. First You have some time to look at questions 16. You will see that there is an example which has been done for you. The conversation relating to this will be played first. Student Excuse me. I want to ask you about the charges for meals. Are they the same as they were last year? Manage No. I'm afraid they‘re not. We've managed to keep most of them the same. but weve had to increase the charges for breakfast Studebt How much is it now? Manager It's $2.50. It used to be $2.00. Student I see. What about lunch? Manage it's unchanged—still $3.00. Narrator Breakfast costs $2.50. so the change has been written in. Lunch still costs $3.00. so the information has been ticked. Now we shall begin You Should answer'the questions as you listen because you will not hear the recording a Second time. Now listen carefully and answer questions 1 to 6. Student Excuse me. i want to ask you about the charges for meals. Are they the same as they Were last year? Manage No. I'm afraid they're not. We‘ve manageed to keep most of them the same. but weve had to increase the charges for breakfast.
148 student How much is it now? Manager lt's $2.50. It used to be $2.00. student I see.‘What about lunch? Manager It's unchanged-—still $3.00. student Does dinner still cost $3.00? Manager Yes. it does. But we've managed to keep the Prices down this year. But the best deal is lhe threemeal‘plan for $48.00 per week. We give you vouchers to present when you come Into the cafeteria. and you get 21 meals foryour $48.00. That works out to a little more than $2.00 a meal. The two-meal plan has gone up from last year's rate to $36.00 per week. We give you vouchers for that. too. student My sister was in this hostel before me. I'm sure the hours for breakfast used to be longer. Manager Yes. they were. They used to be 7:00 to 9:30. but to keep our expenses down we made them 7:00 to 9:00 am. Student Lunch is the way it was. though. Hold on! Dinner 6:00 to 7:30? Isn't that a change? Manager Yes. it is. and in fact the form is wrong. it used to be 5:30 to 7:30, but now it's 6:00 till 8:00 pm. student 6:00 to 8:00 pm. That's good. manager So which meal plan would you like? Student I'd like to think’about it. please. I need to check my lecture schedule. I'll let you know by Friday. Narrator Now look at questions 7-10. New listen to the second half of the recording and answer questions 7-10. student Can you tell me how to get to my room. please? Manager Of course. You're in the new wing. But I'm afraid you're going to have to go to a couple of other offices before you can have the key. You're in the Admissions Office now. Leave this office and turn right and go to the end of the hall The last office is the fees office. where you can, pay the balance of your room deposit. They'll give you a receipt. Student Okay. Manager After you've been to the fees office come back past Admissions. You‘ll see a very large room at the north-western corner of the building. You can't miss it. That's the student lounge. and if you go in there you can meet some of the other students and See who'll have a room near you. Student That's good. Can I get a cup of coffee there? . Manager Yes. there's a vending machine in the corner. Then go to the Key Room. which is opposite the lift and next to the library. show them your receipt, and you can pick up your key there. , Student My luggage was sent on ahead. 00 you know where I should collect it? Manager The box room is next to the women‘s toilet. You'll have to get the key from the key room.
149 Student Thank you. Narrator That is the end of Section 1. You will now have some time to check your answers. Now turn to Section 2. - Section 2. You are going to hear a teacher helping high school students visiting from an overseas school to fill in a school excursion - permission note. First look at questions 11 to 17. Now listen to the recording and answer questions 11 to 17. Mrs Brawn Good morning students. My name is Mrs Brown. and l'm_in charge of the school excursion next week. Please take out your School Excursion Permission Note so you can fill it in. For insurance purposes, this note must be signed by your guardian or the group leader. First of alL fill in the name of your class. Everyone here is in 3A. aren't they? 50. write 3A where it says "class'. We're going to the Blue Mountains, which is great. so this is the school excursion to the Blue Mountains. The day we leave is Monday. that's Monday June 10. We are travelling by bus all the way. so we don't have to worry about changing trains or anything like that. The bus will leave from the front gate at 8:00am. I know we usually use the side gate. but because of the roadworks we will be using the front gate when we leave. However. when we return the roadwork will be complete so we'll use the side gate. We expect to be back at 6:00pm. It's going to be a lovely day. Your teachers will give you tasks to do when we arrive. We'll provide fruit and fruit juice on the bus. but you must bring your own lunch. While we're on the excursion we'll be moving around a lot in some fairly rough country. Be very careful to wear strong shoes. It‘s very important that you look after your feet very well. Now does anyone have any questions they want to ask? Narrator Now look at questions 18 to 20. As the talk continues, answer questions 18 to 20. Mrs Brown No questions? Okay. I'd just like to fill in a few more details. The bus should arrive in the Blue Mountains at 11 am. We'll have time to do the first of our tasks before lunch. The bus is not a new one. but it does carry one piece of special equipment—a first aid kit. I certainly hope we won't have to use it, but it's nice to know it's there in case we have a medical emergency. The other class on this excursion is 38. so I know it'll be a good day. The last time 3A and SB went out together was a thoroughly successful excursion. Narrator That is the end of Section 2. You will now have some time to check your answers. Now turn to Section 3.
150 Section 3. In this section you will hear a conversation between Mrs Lam. a member of the staff in a large hospital. and Andrew. who is a student in the nursing school. Mrs Lam is explaining the rules about visiting hours in the hospital. Look at questions 21 to 27. Listen to the first part of the conversation and answer questions 21 to 27. ‘ Mrs Lam Hello. Andrew. i believe you want to know about visiting hours? Andrew Yes. I do Mrs Lam. l have to fill this form out. and I‘d like to have some idea why the ‘ different parts of the hospital have different times for visiting. Mrs Lam I see. Well. let's start with an obvious one. intensive care. People in intensive care are very sick indeed. and for that reason we say that visitors can come between 6:00am and midnight. Andrew i can understand that. Mrs Lam At the other end of the scale, our maternity patients are usually quite well, but we restrict their visiting hourse from 8:00am to 8:00pm. We find the get very tired if we permit visitors all the time. Andrew I see. What about the surgical wards? Mrs. Lam The doctors prefer to do their rounds early in surgical, so visiting hourse are 9:00am to 9:00pm. Surgical patients are often on very heavy painkillers, and they aren’t really very good company for their visitors! Andre But surely the visitors come to cheer up the patient, not the other way around? Mrs. Lam Of course. And often the visitors are able to help the patient a lot. That’s why we allow visitors all day, the full 24 hours, in the emergency ward. They help comfor the patient while they’re waiting to be diagnosed. It’s not just everyone who can visit a sick patient. People in intensive care can only be visited by their immediate family. What’s more, we only allow two people in at any time. We let children of the immediate family to visit people in intensice care, but we don’t like to do it. It’s very hard on the children, and it may distress the patient. However, if the patient asks for the child and the family agrees, that’s okay Andrew What about children in materniy? Mrs. Lam Of course we let them in! They’re very pleased to see their mothers. The rule in maternity is everyone may visti, up to six people at a time. The maternity ward is quite sociable, after all. Narrator Now look at questions 28 to 30. Listen to the second hald of the recoreding and answer questions 28 to 30. Mrs. Lam Now I have your schedule for the next week’s observation sessions. Are you ready?
151 Andrew Yes. Where do I start? Mrs. Lam On Monday you’ll be in male surgical in the morning, and in female surgical in the afternoon. You’ll be following Dr. Shay on her rounds. Andrew Thank you. And on Tuesdday? Mrs. Lam Yes, youll be with Dr. Kim on Thursday children;s ward and through our new teenage ward for 12 to 15 year olds. Andre Great! I’ve read a lot about that new wward. Will I see the school room? Mrs. Lam Maybe another time. Andrew And what will I do on Wednesday? Mrs. Lam On Wednesday you’ll join th e other students for lectures. You’ll be in the Readmore Lecture Room between 8 and 10am and later between 2 and 3pm. Andrew Thankyou. Do you know how big may class is? Mrs Lam The intake this term is two hundred first year students. I’m pleased to say that one third are me, which is good. Nursing used to be an almost entirely female occupation. Andrew I know. My father trained as a nurse, and he was considered very unusual. Mrs Lam Is he still working as a nurse? Andrew Yes. He’s working in a hospital in the country. I guess I just wanted to follow his example. Narrator That is the end of section 3. You will now have some time to check your answers. Now turn to section 4. Section 4. You will hear ah extract from an introductory talk given to a group of students who just have just entered a university residential college. The speaker is the principal of the college. First you have some time to look at questions 31 to 37. Now listen carefully and answer questions 31 to 37. Principal Good morning, and welcome to Scholastic House. I am deligthed to see you here. It is my duty to explain to you some of the history of our college and some of the traditions which I hope you will uphold. The idea for Scholastic House was expounded by Samuel Wells in 1898. Wells was a visionary whose ideas were well ahead of this time. He wanted a college which would encourage friendship between people of different races and nationalities. Wells died in 1900 before he could see the college action. Scholastic House fijally began operating in 1903 with 10 students. Those students came from Asia, Europe, and the Americas. At that time Scholastic House accepted only male students, although it has been co-educational since 1963. Nine of this students wejt on to lead illustrious lives; the only exception
152 died tragically on his way home from Scholastic House to Sarawak. He had recently graduated with an honours degree in Law, and he was robbed of a brilliant future. The other nine students as I said, led very fulfilling lives. Three became political leaders, three became doctors. Perhaps the most famous student became university teacher and was responsible for the intruction of modern teaching training methods in his country. Two of the original group became senior engineers and went on to deeply influence the way the water systems of their country were exploited. The college ran into hard time during the period of the great war, 1914-1918, when the charter of the college was interpreted to mean that neither students now staffs could take part in the war effort. Many people felt that this indicated a lack of national spirit, and the walls of the college were frequently marked with graffiti. Mean time, outside the college, tens of thousands of young men went away to fight in Europe, never to return. The college was building a reputation for learning and for tolerance of opposing views. Scholastic House debate and discussion nights were opened to the public in 1927, and have been available to anyone who wished to attend ever since. It is a proud tradition of the college that any view may be express provided that it can be defended intellectually. Over the years topics which were controversial at the time have been discussed and debated. Narrator Now look at question 38-40. Now listen to the second half of the recording and answer question 38-40. Principal As I said, the college has a proud history of publicly examining controversial issues. Why should we do this? The publicity we received is often sensational, and there is no joy in encouraging argument for its own sake; in fact that sort of discussion just increases tension. The only legitimate reason for our behavior is that it casts light upon the topic in question and in forms the debate. And controversial topics are the ones which most need in formed attention. As the world forges ahead we often find our scientists have outstripped our philosophers. We frequently developed scientific marvels without realizing their full implication. Now where is this more obvious than in medicine. We are now able to keep people alive far longer than before, but this medical ability must be measured in relation to the quality of those lives. I urged you to spend your time at scholastic house wisely. You are the heirs of an excellent academic tradition of which we call all be justly proud. It is your responsibility to continue this tradition of querying where our world is going. Progress in not always upwards. I wish every joy in your time here, and I hope that I will hear much well informed debate from you. Narrator That is the end of Section 4 now you have some time to check your answers. That is the end of practice listening test3.
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SECTION ONE 1C 2T 3S 4 C;T (must have both) 5S 6 C;S;T(must have all three) 7T 8T 9S 10 C SECTION TWO 11 dance party 12 check 13 11:00pm 14 11:30pm 15 check 16 Thursday 17 (new) road works 18 laying (telephone) cables 19 brown avenue/brown ave 20 college grounds SECTION THREE 21 C 22 G 23 F 24 D
154 25 H 26 printer 27 (fairly) similar 28 extension 29 afternoon 30 interesting class SECTION FOUR 31 hunger 32 noise 33 studying 34 tense 35 tired 36 45 degrees 37 relaxed 38 chew 39 exercise 40 long term Narrator: Prepare for IELTS Practice Listening Test. Practice Listening Test4. Turn to section 1 of practice listening test 4. Section 1. Listen to the conversation between John and Carol. They are classifying donated books and according to topic. First you have some time to look at question 1-10. You will see that there is an example which has been done for you. The conversation relating to this will be played first. John: This is a great collection of books, Isn’t it? Carol: Very impressive. Who gave them to us? John: Apparently the donor was a book reviewer. There are a lot of books about sport. Here’s one. My Life in Cricket. Carol: That’s certainly sports. Who’s the author? John: Peter Adams. Carol: He also wrote Journeys to Spain. John: Did he?
155 Narrator: Peter Adams writes on both sports and travel, so ST is written against his name. now we shall begin. You should answer the questions as you listen because you will not hear the recording a second time. Now listen carefully and answer questions 1-10. John: This is a great collection of books, Isn’t it? Carol: Very impressive. Who gave them to us? John: Apparently the donor was a book reviewer. There are a lot of books about sport. Here’s one. My Life in Cricket. Carol: That’s certainly sports. Who’s the author? John: Peter Adams. Carol: He also wrote Journeys to Spain. John: Did he? Carol: Next one is Stephen Bau. John: He wrote Summer Barbeques, Cooking for Singles, Dinners by Candlelight… Carol: Anything else? John: No. Do you have anything by Pam Camplbell? Carol: Wanderings in Greece, My Life in Russia, Travels in the Amazon, and Pam Campbell’s Guide to a Successful Trip. John: Sounds like she got around! My next one is C. Kezik. Carol: He has a list of books about football. The World Cup, Heroes of the World Cup, Playing with the Round Ball, Soccer for Everyone… John: That’s enough! He was a one topic writer. Ari Hussein, however, wrote about cooking and travel! His series of cook books is called Living and Cooking in Spain, Living and Cooking in China, Living and Cooking in Brazil. He’s been everywhere. Carol: I’ve got a specialist here. Sally Innes on tennis. Here are some of her titles: Improve Your Serve, Tennis for Everyone, Tennis Forever! John Meg Jorgensen has three books, one in each category: Cooking for Health, Sport is Good for You! and Travelling in Australia. Carol a varied talent. Who's next? John Bruno Murray. He wrote Children's books- a whole series hold A Child's Guide to... and then the name of the city. Carol Oh. You mean like A child's Guide to London?
156 John Yes, that's right. He seems to have stayed in Europe. Ruby Lee, however, has just one book. It's called The Emerald Isle and it's all about Ireland. Apparently she went around Ireland on foot. Carol Jim Well's wouldn't like that! His books are all about motor racing. Hmmm. Nice photos of old racing cars. Don't you love the goggles of the driver? John They do look strange, don't they? I think we're nearly finished. What did Helen Yeung write? Carol Summer Menus: Food for Thought. She also did a book Chinese recipes Cantonese, I think. John Okay. That's dealt with the first box. Let's stop for a minute. Narrator That is the end of section 1. You now have some time to check your answers. Now turn to section 2. Section 2 You are going to hear a talk by a student adviser who is inviting new students to a welcoming party. First look at questions 11 to 16. As you listen to the first part of the talk, answer questions 11 to 16. Student Adviser Hello. My name is Dave Burns, and I'm here to tell you about a welcoming party we are having for new students. Unfortunately, the information on your invitation is inaccurate. We didn't have enough time to make new invitations, so I'll have to ask you to make changes. To start with, this isn't a welcoming lunch: It's a dance party. However, the next line is true. The party will be held at Blackwell House. Is everybody comfortable with that? The next line tells you when the party will be: Friday June 15th at 8:00 pm, but I have good news.. The party will end at 11:00 pm. As a result of this later end to the party the bus will go later, too, so it should read: 'Free transport to the student hostel is available, leaving Blackwell House at 11:30'. And of course other students may attend, and all students must have their student ID card with them. I hope you come to that welcoming party. It's a really good way to get to know other students and to learn what it's like to live in this city and to study here. Just one final change: Please let us know by Thursday if you can come. Narrator Now look at questions 17 to 20. Now listen to the second half of the recording and answer questions 17 to 20. Student Adviser Some of you may prefer to travel by a car, but I have to warn you about some changes to the rule. You will find there is a lot of new road work on Smith Street. The work will not finish for a long time so we can be sure that Smith Street will be a problem. If you are coming from the city you will be able to travel easily until you get to Blackwell Street just near the college. As you know Blackwell Street is very long. You should avoid a corner of Blackwell Street and Jones Road, because they are laying telephone cable. However, you can take a detour and avoid Blackwell Street altogether. The best thing to do is to pass the roundabout and take the first road on
157 your left which is Brown Avenue. Brown Avenue will lead you into the college grounds, so that's easy. I hope everyone has a great time. bring your friends and we'll see you on Friday. Oh, one final reminder: It's best to use the side door. The front door will be locked at 7:00 so come to the side. See you on Friday. Narrator That is the end of section 2. You will now have some time to check your answers. Now turn to section 3. Section 3 In this section you will hear a discussion between two students who have to describe a lawn sprinkler for a part of their general science course. In the first part of the discussion the students are talking about the different parts of the sprinkler. First look at questions 21 to 25. Now listen to the conversation and label the parts of the sprinkler on her diagram. Linda Hello, Scott! I believe you're going to be my partner for this practical session. Have you got the model set up? Scott Yes. Uh, It's right here. The instructions say we have to describe it first, and label the diagram. I've started from where the water enters the machine. Um. The water enter through a hose pipe and then it turns a water wheel. You can see where the wheel is marked by an arrow pointing upwards. It's called a water wheel because it's design so the water will catch against the wheel. The actions spins as series of gears... Linda How are you going to describe the gears? Scott There are worm gears , one vertical and one horizontal. The horizontal worm gear drives a circular gear. The gear is connected to a crank which changes the motion. The crank is already labelled. Do you see the two white arrows? Linda I see. Okay, the water has passed across the water wheel. Then what? Scott: Okay. Umm. Then you could say the water passes through the spray tube. Linda: Yes, I see. Scott: And the water I then spread over the lawn through holes at the top of the spray tube. Linda: How are you going to describe the base? Scott: How about this: ‘The sprinkler stands on a base consisting of two metal tubes which join at a hinge at one end and continue into a plastic moulding at the other.’ Linda: That’s certainly starting at the bottom. Do you want to mention that there’s no water in the base?
158 Scott: I don’t think that’s necessary. If you look at the diagram it’s easy to see that the only metal tube to contain water is the spray tube. You can actually see the water coming out of it. Narrator Now look at the questions 26 to 30. Listen to the second half of the recording and answer questions 26 to 30. Mark: Hello Scott, Linda. I’m glad I caught you before class. Did you know about the change in the examination schedule? Scott: Change? Mark: Yes. The last day of examination for your group will be December 2 nd instead on November 29th. Scott: Is that definite? We were told they’d be on November 26, and there was a rumour they’d be on December the 1st. Mark: The schedule’s gone to the printer. There can be no changes. It’s definitely December 2nd. Scott: That’s a relief. I’m going to US on December 4 th. Mark: Are you one of the exchange students? Scott: Yeah. Yeah. I’m really looking forward to studying there. Do you know if their general science courses are anything like ours? Linda: It’s not very likely. Mark: Actually, all basic general courses are fairly similar. You’ll find you’re behind in some things and ahead in others. I wouldn’t worry too much about the course. You’ve been doing well on this one. Linda, have you finished your assignment yet? Linda: I’m nearly there. I should be able to give it to you on Monday. Mark: That’s good. I can’t let you have another extension. Linda: I was really grateful for the extra time you gave me. That was a really big assignment. Mark: Well, I’ll expect it next week. Now would you like to hear the details of the timetable? Scott: Oh. Yes, please. Mark: I’ve just finished putting it on the noticeboard downstairs. Basically, you’ll have four examinations. Generally mechanics is in the morning of December 1 st, physics and maths are on the afternoon of the same day. Communications and English are on the morning of December 2nd, and Earth sciences in the afternoon. Linda: All over in two days!
159 Mark: Yes. I’ll miss teaching this class. You’re all good at expressing your views, which makes for an interesting class. Some of the other first year classes won’t talk, and they’re rather boring to teach. Narrator: That is the end of Section 3. You will now have some time to check your answers. Now turn to Section 4. Section 4. You will hear an extract from a talk about student health, and specifically about ways to avoid headaches. First look at questions 31 to 40. As you listen to the talk, answer the questions 31 to 40. Broadcaster: Hello. Welcome to the student orientation program. Today’s session is on health issues, and this talk is about headaches, and how to avoid them. It may surprise you to hear the headaches are often caused by hunger! In fact one study suggested that 70% of headaches are related to hunger, which makes it principal cause. The advice is simple: eat three meals a day and try to keep to a fairly regular schedule of meals. People associate noise with headaches, and for most of us excessive noise creates the conditions for a headache. Very loud noise is unpleasant, and people usually remove themselves from it. Having said that, younger people tend to tolerate noise better than their elders, so I may be leaving noisy places far earlier than you. Just remember that exposure to too much noise may predispose you to a headache. Of course, we all associate headaches with studying! In fact the headache probably doesn’t come from studying so much as from being tense. When we study hard, we often hunch over our work. Try raising your shoulders and tensing them- now relax. Can you feel how much more comfortable a relax stance is? Another thing-it’s very important to check that you are working in a good light. It will not actually hurt your eyes to work in bad light, but it will make you tired very quickly and is very likely to give you a headache. What’s more, if you have the book flat on desk in front of you it will be harder to read, and you will have to hold your head at an odd angle. It I wide to have a book rest which raises the material you are reading 45 degrees to the desk. This will help reduce your chance of a headache. Try to relax before bed so that you will be relaxed when you try to sleep-a soak in a hot bath may be helpful. It’s also important to really sleep when you go to bed: a good mattress is a wise investment for people who want to avoid headaches. This talk seems to coming back to tension. Tension may cause you to chew too forcefully, clench your jaw, or grind your teeth, and this in turn may lead to headaches. It is very easy to say that you shouldn’t grind your teeth, and very hard to stop, particularly if you grind your teeth in your sleep. Try to avoid situations which will make you tense, particularly just before bed. If you do compulsively grind your teeth in your sleep, ask your dentist about a soft mouth guard. In general, try to eat regular meals and avoid tense situations. Be sure you get plenty of exercise. Hopefully, your headaches will be greatly reduced. One other
160 thing I should point out- avoid smoky rooms and cars. Such places certainly encourage headaches, and the smoke may be doing you quite serious long-term damage. Narrator: That is the end of Section 4. Now you have some time to check your answers. That is the end of Practice Listening Test 4. ANSWER KEY Practice Listening Test 5 Section 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
A B D A D C A 1 3 5
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8:25 am (full-sized) coach 2 Friday Sailing boat (greek) traditional (greek) music Expert people (vanished) cultures Greek tour AA3
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(severe) accomodation problems Hospitality English for farming Orientation’ Word of mouth (must have capital letter) C A C A B
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C B D B C B – 40. In any order A C D TRANSCRIPT Practice Listening Test 5 Narrator: Prepare for IELTS Practice Listening Test. Practice Listening Test 5. Turn to Section 1 of Practice Listening Test 5. Sectio 1. Listen to the conversation between Megan and Ken. They are deciding how they willl spend the evening. First you have some time to look at questions 1 to 7. You will see that there is an example which has been done for you. The conversation relating to this will be played first. Telephone rings. Megan Hello. Megan speaking. Ken Hello Megan. Megan Hello Ken. I’m glad you called. Thomas asked me to give you his telephone number. Ken Is that his office number or his home number? Megan I can give you both. His new home number is 94523456. Would you like his office number? Ken I think I have it. Does 97314322 sound right? Megan That’s it. But the home number is 94523456. He moved in last week. Ken Good. I’ve got that. Now, what would you like to do? Narrator Thomas’s home telephone number is 9452 3456 so letter C has ben circled. Now we shall begin. You should answer the questions as you listen because you will not hear the recording a second time. Now listen carefully and answer questions 1 to 7. Telephone rings. Megan Hello. Megan speaking. Ken Hello Megan. Megan Hello Ken. I’m glad you called. Thomas asked me to give you his telephone number. Ken Is that his office number or his home number? Megan I can give you both. His new home number is 94523456. Would you like his office number? Ken I think I have it. Does 97314322 sound right? Megan That’s it. But the home number is 94523456. He moved in last week. Ken Good. I’ve got that. Now, what would you like to do?
162 Megan Well, I’d like to go dancing, but Jane’s hurt her ankle so she’d rather not. Ken That’s a pity. I guess it means she dosen’t want to play tennis either. Megan That’s right. She says it’s okay to go bowling if we don’t expect her to do well. Ken Okay. Let’s do that. I guess we can go dancing another time. Megan Well, I booked us some time at the bowling alley of Entertainment City. Do you know it? Ken Is it on Smith Street, down near the university. Megan That’s right . It’s on the corner of Smith Street and Bridge Road. Ken What time did you book it for? Megan The first booking I could get was eight o’clock. Ken Okay. It’s seven now. What do you want to do first? Megan Well, I think we should leave now. We can meet at the bowling alley. Ken I can’t be that quick. I have to call Thomas, to start with, and I need to get changed. Megan Okay. I think I’ll leave in 10 minutes and meet you in there. Ken That makes sense. I’ll take may car, so I’ll be quite quick. I’ll be out of here in half an hour. Megan Okay. You’re so lucky to have a car! You can get around easily. Ken Well, yes and no. I often spend ages driving around trying to find parking. The traffic can be very bad. Megan Well, that won’t be a problem for me, because I’ll take the bus. It goes right past my door, and I’ll have plenty of time. Ken Sounds good. Who else is coming? Megan I think nearly everyone from the afternoon class will be there. Ken Which class? The big maths class, or the afternoon tutorial? Megan The maths class. What’s more, we get a concession for large numbers! Ken That’s good. I’m trying to keep my expenses down this month. Megan So am I. I expect tonight cost about $20. Ken You must be good with money. I expect it to come to…um…nearly $40! So how are you going to manage that? Megan Well the buss I cheap, and if I come home early I won’t have to spend too much! In any case, I have to be up early tomorrow morning, so I’d really better try to get home by about 11. Ken That reminds me. I have to phone the taxi company for my mother. Goodbye, Megan. I’ll see you later. Megan Goodbye, Ken. Sound of phone hanhing up. Narrator: Ken calls the taxi company. Now listen to the telephone call and be ready to answer questions 8 and 10. Sound of somebody dialling,, pgone ringing Man’s voice Hello, this is Acme Cabs. If you wish to order a cab now, press 1. If you have placed an order previously, press 2. If you wish to make an advance order, press 3. Please be ready to tell us your street number and name. If you wish to speak to the radio room supervisor press 4. If you want to inquire about lost property press 5. If you want to order a taxi equipped to carry wheelchairs, press 6.
163 Your callis very important. Please stay on the line for the next available order taker. Click to indicate a real person is there. Ken: Hello, I think I left something on your cab on Thursday. It was a brown paper package with an address written in green ink. Has anyone handed it in? Narrator this is the end of section 1. You now have some time to check your answers. Now turn to section 2. Section 2. you are going to hear some announcements made to a group of people who are planning a trip to Greece. First look at questions 11 to 16. Tour Organizer. Good morning everyone. I’m getting very excited about this trip to Greece, and I’m sure you are too. As you know we didn’t have all the details at our last meeting, but I can give them to you now. We’ll leave London Gatwick Airport on British Airways next Wednesday. Please be sure to be at the airport by 4:30. I know it’s early, but our departure time is 8:25 am. We’re quite a large group, and we don’t want to have any hassles. Please be sure yo have your travel documents ready. We’ll arrive in Athens at 2:25 in the afternoon, and there’ll be a vehicle there to meet us. It’ll be a full size coach to everyone can travel together. We’ll spend their full days in Athens, and were booked for two night’s accommodation in the hotel. the second day we’ll go to the National Archaeological Museum to see the enormous collection of ancient Greek words of art, antiques, status – a brilliant display. We’ll eat out a typical Greek restaurant on Thursday night. It’s going to be a very busy time in Athens! Friday morning and afternoon we’ll visit historic sites, but we have nothing planned for the rest of the day. On Saturday we’re off to the islands, the Greek islands of ancient myth and modern romance. Now, the big news! At first we thought we’d take the ferry, but we’ve been very lucky to secure a sailing boat which is big enough for all of us. I’m really excited about this part of the trip, because we’ll see the islands to the best advantage, and we’ll be able to cruise around and sleep on board. We’ll get off at different islands and for one part of the trip we’ll have people playing Greek traditional music actually on board with us. Now I’ll pass out a brochure with all the details. Narrator Now look at questions 17 to 20. As the talk continues answer questions 17 to 20. Transcript Practice Listening Test 5 continued Tour Organizer A lot of work has gone into organizing this tour, and I’d like to thank in particular the travel agent who got us a really good deal and the people at the British Museum who offered us such good advice. Trips like this only have happen because of the hard work of really expert people. As you know, we have planned a gathering for when we return. I have a list of things which the committee would like to bring to the party. They are your pictures and something to eat for everyone to share. You are bound to have people asked what we have in common, and why we are travelling as a group. I supposed the answer is that we are interested learning about old society and vanished cultures, and we all enjoy travelling. Of course, we enjoy fine food too, but that’s not as important! I nearly forgot the last piece of
164 information. You will see there are labels which I have passed around for you. To put on all your luggage for you. Could you fill them in, please? On the top line please write “Greek tour” and on the lower line, write, in block letters, I mean uppercase, the letters AA and the number 3- that’s AA3. Enter we need to have these labels clearly displayed to help the baggage handlers keep our luggage together on the different parts of our trip, so please don’t take them off. Narrator That is the end of section 2. You now have some time to check your answers. Now turn to section 3 period. Section 3. You are going to hear Doctor Joanne Robinson, the course director of a language learning center, answering questions from reporters, from the student newspaper. First, look at questions 21-25. As you listen to the first part of the talk, answer questions 21-25. Course Director Welcome to language learning center. I’m Joanne Robinson. You must be the reporter from the examiner. Please come in and sit down. Cheryl Hello Dr. Robinson. Yes, we’re from the examiner. I’m Cheryl Perkins and this is Don Klim. May I start with a question? Did this college really start with Brazilian students. Course Director It did. The language learning centre was founded in 1985 to look after a group of students from Brazil who wanted to study here. Those 20 students soon grew to 60, and, as you can imagine, we had severe accommodation problems. Don Somebody said that you are in the old amenities block, right near the engineering school. Course Director They have a good memory! Yes, we were there, because the university hadn’t believed we would expand so quickly. The problem wasn’t solved until we moved in to these new premises in Bancroft House in a 1987. Don When did you start taking students from other countries? Course Director About 1990. We now have students from 13 different countries enrolled, and we expect a large group from Turkey next month. Cheryl Yes, we’ve noticed a lot more advertisements for Turkish restaurants in our advertising section. Course Director Well, 40% of our students come from Turkey, by far the largest single national group, and I believe there’s been an influx to the rest of the university. There are a lot of Turkish students studying hospitality. Cheryl Do you offer anything special to the students? Course Director Yes, we do. There are several things which makes us rather different from other language schools. English is certainly not restricted to English
165 for an academic purposes here! Sometimes, we have extra classes for students who have particular courses in mind, and we have just said goodbye to a group of 30 Indonesian students who were preparing for a university course in agriculture. They came to us for English for farming, and they were with us for a long time. We miss them! Cheryl How long do students usually stay at the language learning centre. Course Director It varies, so I’ll talk about average. Most of our courses last for 5 weeks, but to make any real progress a student needs to be here for at least 3 terms, that’s 15 weeks. The students do better if they have a little time to settle in at the beginning of the course, and we offer an orientation course that lasts a week. Most students take it. It helps them to settle down, and it gives us plenty of time to test them and place them at the right level. Don How many people are in each class? Course Director We sometimes go up to 18, but our average class size is 14 students and some classes have a few as 7 participants. It depends on the needs of the group. Cheryl You were saying that you miss your students when they go. How do you attract students? I mean, how do they hear about the language learning centre in first place? Course Director We’re included in the university advertising in marketing, and we have our own website. The thing which works best for us, though, is word of mouth. Students who leave us often sends us their friends. In fact, a student who arrived today was carrying a photograph for me and for a former students and his baby! Cheryl It sounds like a nice place to be! Course Director It is! A lot of our students makes lasting friendships while they’re here. Narrator Now look at questions 26 to 30. As the talk continues, answer questions 26 to 30. Cheryl Making friends with other students sounds special enough! I’d like to emphasise that in the student newspaper. Course Director We do try to get our students to be part of the wider university. Don How do you do that? DO you encourage them to join the Sports Centre, for instance? Course Director Indeed we do! The Sports Centre is always looking for active participants particularly in soccer. Oh, and something else. You might like to mention that we don’t teach just English here. I mean, we’re a language centre, not and English language centre, You may learn Spanish, Mandarin, and Russian here, and we can sometimes offer other languages, and we can sometimes offer other
166 languages. This means we can have some students who are native speakers of those languages as conversation partners for English-speaking students. Cheryl Who can do those courses? Course Director At this time, any native speaker of English. Cheryl What about the people who are learning English? Can they do a non-Englush language course? Course Director. AT this time, only if they’ve almost finished their English language course. You see, we try very hard to involve students who are native speakers of English as conversation leaders and we encourage our students to join groups on the campus. For instance, if they enjoy music, there is an active jazz group available to everyone, and that’s a lot of fun. On the other hand, elementary students can’t go to the drama group, their English just isn’t ready for that sort of activity, but the university choir welcomes all the singers it can find. They often do large productions that need a lot of voices. Cheryl I imagine the special conversation groups are open to all your students… Course Director I wish they were. I’m sorry to say they’re a special service we provide for elementary students only. Is there anything else I can tell you? [pause] I’d be really pleased if you could write about the courses we offer in foreign languages. Cheryl I think our readers would be very interested in that. Thank you for your time, Dr Robinson. Don Yes, thank you very much. Course Director Goodbye. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to talk about the centre. It’s always good to let the rest of the students at the university know what goes on in our classrooms, and outside them! After all, many of our students leave us and then study for degree in various disciplines on this campus. Narrator That is the end of Section 3. You will now have some time to check your answers. Now turn to Section 4. Section 4. You will hear a talk about the pitfalls and pleasures of being a postgraduate student. Look at questions 31 to 37. Listen to the speaker’s advice and answer questions 31 to 37. Speaker Postgraduates are about as easy to definof postgraduates are doing short, taught course as catching steam in a bucket. Courses can be vocational, for training, as research, as a preparation for research, for training, as research, as a preparation for research, or a combination of these. Also you can choose between full-time and part-time. Increasingly, the approach to postgratudate study is becoming modular. The vast majority of post graduates are doing short, taught courses, many of which provide specific vocational training. Indeed, there has been
167 a 400% increase in postgraduate numbers in Britain over the past 20 years. Current figures stand at just under 400,000. People undertake postgraduate study for many reasons. These may be academic intellectual challenge, development of knowledge, vocation (training for a specific career goal) or only vague (drifting into further study) It is essential that you determine the reason you want to become a postgraduate .If you have clear goals and reasons for studying, this will enhance your learning experience and help you to remain focused and motivated throughout your course. Where you study should be based on much more than the course you want to do. For some courses you are likely to be there for several years, and it is important that you are happy living there. Check also what type of accommodation is available and whether the institution provides any housing specifically for postgraduates. Choosing an institution and department is a difficult process. To determine quality, do not rely on the reputation of an institution, but find out what ratings are from the most recent assessment exercises. Find out about the staff, their reputation, competence, enthusiasm and friendliness. Visit the department if possible and talk to existing postgraduates about their experience, satisfaction, comments and complaints. Most importantly, check how they feel about their supervisors. Also, check what facilities are available, both at an institutional level for example libraries, laboratory and computing facilities and in the department ( for example study room, desk, photocopying, secretarial support etc) Everyone will have their own priorities here: I am always anxious to check the computer support available, and regard it as slightly more important than library access. You’re working environment and the support available to you plays an essential part in making your work as a postgraduate a positive experience. Life as a postgraduate can be very different to your other experiences of education. Things that can distinguish your experience are the level of study, independence of working. Intensity of the course, the demands on your time, and often the fact that you are older than the majority of the students. These factors can contribute to making you feel isolated. However, there are several ways you can make sure that this is either short –lived or did not happen at all. Many students unions have postgraduate societies that organize social events and may also provide representation for postgraduates to both the student union and the institution. Departments can also help to create a sense of identity and community, and often have discussion groups available. Don’t be afraid to talk to staff about any difficulties you might be having. Of course universities provide counselling service but we have found that the best advice comes from talking to other postgraduates who may have faced similar difficulties. Narrator Look at question 28 to 40. Now listen to the second half and answer questions 38 to 40.
168 Speaker Financial planning is essential, since the government excludes postgraduates from the student loans, and it can be difficult to maintain your student status with banks. This has implication for free banking and overdraft facilities. Do not underestimate your living costs, including food, accommodation and travel, and be careful not to budget for everything except a social life. Funding can come from various sources. Research councils, charities, trust funds, intuitional scholarships, local education authorities and professional bodies and organization all offer various levels of funding. As I said before, the government excludes postgraduates from student loan, so it is essential you to look to other source. Career development loans are available from high proactive, persistent and patient. The post graduate community in Britain is multinational, has a wide range of experience of life and work and an exciting mix of goal, both career and academic. Being a postgraduate student should be a proactive and fulfilling thing to do, and you will become part of a diverse and motivated social group.
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TASK 1 SUGGESTED APPROACH The answer should describe an event which is in the news, and explain why people are interested. You do not need to worry of you information about the news is not accurate. You are being assessed on the way you write your answer not on whether what you write is tru. SAMPLE ANSWER Dear___________________ How are you? The last time you wrote you asked about local news items, so I thought I’d fill you in on how Australia has been affected by the horrific tsunami which devastated so many countries around the Indian ocean. We first heard the shocking news on boxing Day(26 December) but no one realized the extent of the damage or the human toll. It was such an unusual event, something one would only expect to see in a Hollywood film. Australia was affected because we are part of this region, geographically and politically. Australia has close ties with Indonesia and Thailand, so we are focusing our aid chiefly on those countries. Our foreign minister is there now surveying the damage and key division of the Australia army are helping in Indonesia. A friend of mine is the manager of one of the large resorts in phuket- the one which was completely inundated. Fortunately, he aws holiday in Europe at the time! Many other Australians were not so lucky. Trust you are well. Write soon. 175 words
TASK 2 SUGGESTED APPROACH The answer should explain what people do to stay healthy in your country. Relate your answer to diet, exercise and the avoidance of stress. SAMPLE ANSWER These day people are becoming more concerned with remaining healthy and avoiding illness. These are several ways people stay healthy in my country Australia. The key aspects are diet, exercise and rest, and stress reduction.
170 Most Australians understand that is necessary to eat well and ear regularly. Having three good meals a day and actually taking time to eat properly is important. This means trying to have a balanced diet of protein and vegetables and fruit for breakfast lunch and dinner. It is sometimes difficult to find time to exercise every day, but if we can manage to do some physical exercise a few days a week, then we will fell better for it. We will also sleep more soundly and peacefully. Australians enjoy outdoor sports, swimming and cricket in summer and football in winter. May Australians relax by walking or even these days practicing yoga relaxing helps us to remain calm and reduce stress. The best way of reducing stress. However, is to understand what is causing it. If we have too many things to do, it is best to make a list and then to organize what we have to do according to how important each item is. Taking control is the best way to lower anxiety levels. So, in Australia with our wonderful climate and the availability of good fresh food it is not difficult to stay healthy. By taking control of our lives and planning we will all feel less stressed. 250 words TASK 1 SUGGESTED APPROACH The answer should explain why you are established and what you expect the restaurant to do. SAMPLE ANSWER Dear _______________ I am the club secretary for the North Sydney football club. Every month the club committee meets, and following this meeting we have dinner at your restaurant. I regret to say that last Friday the meal we had was unsatisfactory, both in terms of the quality of the food and the service. There were several problems with the food last Friday. Some of the orders were over-cooked and one was completely burnt. The salads were definitely not fresh! For example, the lettuce was either white or brown and definitely not crisp or green. The service that evening was also not up to your usual standard. We have never experienced such a long delay. The waiter did not explain or apologies and id nothing to repair the problem. He might have offered a complimentary drink or something. Before the club committee would consider returning to your restaurant we would need some assurance that the food will be fresh and that service will be courteous and professional. Your sincerely,
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TASK 2 SUGGESTED APPROACH SAMPLE ANSWER As economies develop and the world’s population grows, the countries of the world have to tackle new and complicated issues. Over the next ten years Australia will have to deal with three critical problems: Water, air and land are all affected by pollution, whether it is caused by humans waste or chemicals in the emissions and effluent from factories and vehicles. Overwatering because of extensive irrigation and the use of chemical fertilizers on farms is also degrading our land. Overcrowding and poor design of internal and public space leads to significant levels of noise pollution. Everyone wants cleaner water and air, and we certainly need quality land and soil to grow the food we need. Education and training is becoming more critically important. It is expected that increasing numbers of highly educated and trained recruits will be needed in the workforce. Companies are looking to employ applicants with postgraduates qualifications, so no longer are undergraduate degrees sufficient. The cost of providing and maintaining healthy environments, transport and extended education is enormous. The government is now imposing a levy on people who use our natural resource fining factories which pollute rivers and the atmosphere, and raising transport fares, education is also becoming more expensive 257 words TASK 1 SUGGESTED APPROACH SAMPLE ANSWER Dear ____________, I am writing to advice you that I lost my student identification card yesterday and to ask for a new card to be issued as quickly as possible. There are several reasons why I need new card by the end of this week. I live in the outer suburbs and depend on both trains and buses to get to classes every day. I also need a student card to be able to barrow library books to complete my assignments. Less importantly, I cannot afford to go to cinema unless I have a student discount. Again, I need the card for that.
173 Most importantly, however, I use this card as proof of identification when withdrawing money from the bank. This week I have to pay rent for the next month and will have to withdraw a large amount of money to cover this. I pay the rent by bank cheque. I apologize for any inconvenience caused.
Yours truly, _____________ 158 words TASK 2 SUGGESTED APPROACH SAMPLE ANSWER Even in developed countries a degree of poverty exists. However, in many developing countries poverty is a major problem, and the number of poor people continues to increase. There are various factors that cause poverty these need to be addressed. The first factor influencing word poverty is the current global economic system. This system reinforces inequality between rich and poor people since it allows resources to be distributed unequally amongst people. In addition, the global economic system can favour the investment strategies of large transnational corporations, which often pay their workers sub-standard wages. Another reason for word poverty is illiteracy. Many people around the world do not have access to education, and as a result do not iearn to read or write. They are, therefore, precluded from well-paid employment and so cannot improve their living conditions. In order to provide help for the world’s poor these problems need to be addressed firstly, the international community has to establish a fairer economic system in which the wealth of each country can be shared equitably amongst its people. Moreover, all countries around the world should make it a priority to eradicate illiteracy by providing comprehensive education for all citizens so that everyone is equally capable of improving their living standards via access to education. To conclude, it can be said that poverty will probably always exist. Nevertheless, countries around the world can take actions to reduce poverty by ensuring that there is a fair distribution of wealth amongst people, any by making sure that all people have access to education. 263 words TASK 1
174 SUGGESTED APPROACH SAMPLE ANSWER Dear _____________, I am a regular passenger on the 388 bus service. I have always found it to be a good service both punctual and clean. However, over the last two weeks this situation has changed. The 388 is no longer reliable and it is dirty. The bus now arrives behind schedule. For example, on the 16 th and 17th November the bus that was scheduled to arrive at Springwood Street at 8:30am arrived at 8:40am. Then, on 21st, 22nd and 23rd November the bus was not only late, but it failed to stop as well. In addition, the bus is no longer as clean as it previously was. I have noticed papers and bottles down the aisle and under seats. The deterioration of the 388 bus service is unacceptable, and I request that you do everything possible to return the service to its former punctual and clean level. I look forward to your swift attention to this matter. Yours faithfully, ___________ 156 words TASK 2 SUGGESTED APPROACH SAMPLE ANSWER Access to a reliable and good quality health service is important for the people of any country. Development is medical treatment and medical technology over the last few decades has seen the costs of health care rise making it unaffordable to many people in the community. There are two reasons why a free health service should be available to all, namely the high cost of treatment and the government’s duty to its people. Firstly, without government provision of free health care, the less advantaged members of the community, such as the unemployed and the aged, would not be able to afford medical treatment. This situation would result in great suffering and further entrench the disadvantaged status of these groups. Secondly, the purpose of any government is to ensure the well being of its people. By providing a free health care service, the government would be directly attending to this duty. The health care service should be organized in a way that caters for the needs of the population as a whole. This means that the government must priorities medical services. For example, there could be provision for free access to consultation with doctors as well as free access to general hospital care. On the other hand, free
175 access to more expensive and specialized treatments may need to have some restrictions due to the high cost involved. In conclusion, free health care of a good overall quality is an important service for a government to provide because it has a duty to ensure that all people in the community are taken care of. 261 words SPEAKING TEST 1 Interviewer: Good afternoon. My name is Andy. Could you tell me your name please? Candidate: Mikhail Migalovic is my name. Interviewer: Thank you Mikhail. I’d like you to tell me about your home town or city please. Candidate: It is Belgrade, er, capital of a former Yugoslovia, now Serbia. One and a half million inhabitants place at the configuration of two big rivers, Danube and Sava Interviewer: Can you tell me about the most interesting things in Belgrade? Candidate: Um, probably its past, colourful past, I would say and then physically the configuration and dynamics of the place. Interviewer: And could you describe places of special interest I could visit near where you live? Candidate: Oh yes, there are many, wonderful, natural, natural interest places, so to say, and places of historical interest, but mostly the, the famous monasteries, mediaeval monasteries, from, say, thirteenth century on. Interviewer: And what would be the best way for me to get to those places? Candidate: I guess the best way be to simply, um, look up the travel agency, that deals with, er, Inter-Serbia tours, and especially the monasteries tours. Interviewer: Should I go there at any special time of year? Candidate: Certainly, um, as in whole Europe I think, the best time is sometime in spring or autumn. Interviewer: Springtime or autumn. Candidate: Yes, say April-May, and then perhaps September early October. Interviewer: Oh, I see. Okay, thank you for that. I, I’d like to ask yow a few question about food and diet now. What do you usually eat for breakfast? Candidate: Um, well, I’m not much of a breakfast eater, but, um, so I tend to have light breakfast, but, people tend to eat a lot for breakfast and its all sorts of things, I guess meat-based, and milk and –hot milk and hot tea is accompanying all that.
176 Interviewer: And what is the most important meal in your opinion. Mikhail? Candidate: Well, in my opinion, as I am told, it should be the breakfast, but for me personally I, I love early dinners, that’s my, my preference. I’m not saying it is the most important; it is the one that I like the most. Interviewer: Mm hmm. And what should we eat to stay healthy? Candidate: Um, I would say certainly not heavy food that takes a lot to digest, so I would recommend a lot of vegetables and fruit. Interviewer: Will people diet change in the future? Candidate: I have impression because we are witnessing the obesity daily in many countries so it’s all around us and it’s becoming a very serious problem and I have impression that everybody starts focusing on that, so I have impression that we’ll get more attention to diets that will make us feel light and agile and being able to perform. Interviewer: Thank you. Thank you, Mikhail. Now I’d like to ask you to speak for one to two minutes on topic. You have one minute to plan your answer. Here is a pencil and paper to make some notes. Here is your topic. I’d like you to describe a celebration you recently participated in. Interviewer: Thank you. Could you start speaking now please? I will stop you after two minutes. Candidate: By the end of January, precisely on 27th of January last, I was at a friend’s place in central coast, as a guest to his family feast, and he was celebrated, celebrating sorry, his family was celebrating their patron saint day, which is very important feast for the Serbs in the orthodox tradition. So it was interesting to see how that particular feast is being celebrated. Originated centuries ago, it is still very strong, going strong, and very few things are changed. Interviewer: Thank you, Mikhail. Mikhail, are there many similar celebrations where you come from? Candidate: Er. Yes, but this is the most important one I think. Interviewer: Thank you. Now, let’s talk more about traditions and celebrations. What role do traditional ceremonies play in the social life of people in your country? Candidate: Um, They have always played on important role, but I have impression that It is more so the case these days, when even the youth is embracing them, simply feeling need to go back to their roots. Interviewer: And what traditions were important for your grandparents, say fifty years ago? Candidate: Apart fro-, apart from that Salva, or family patron saint day, all other major and secondary orthodox Christian fest-, festivities or festive these days are important or were important as well, like, such as Christmas or Easter.
177 Interviewer: and which traditions were likely to continue to celebrate in the future? Candidate: Um, but I would say precisely those that we mentioned before. I have a feeling that they’re simply going strong. That they are not fading, simply because in this time and era people overwhelmed by, by the velocity, by the speed, so at the same time they are, feel need to go back to their own beginnings And traditions. Interviewer: How would you describe young people’s attitudes toward tradition? Candidate: Um, well, I would say that at the beginning many of young people would may be not embrace fully the, the idea of going through a very pain-, through every painstaking detail of preparations and behavior codes for all these celebration and feast. Interviewer: And do you think customs and traditions are changing these days? Candidate: I would say so inevitably, because of the adjustment of the urban, to the urban living if you wish, and to the, the fast times we’re living in. Interviewer: Do you think traditions and customs are affected by advertising? Candidate: um, I never actually gave it a thought. They might be, but again in my personal experience. I, I haven’t seen any kind of a direct influence that would change or alter, take, take people from their original directions, whatever the advertisement is about. Interviewer: Do some countries celebrate traditions more than others? Candidate: I wouldn’t say no. I have impression that all countries celebrate traditions, or rather, the people who live in this country. Even in some countries, a conglomerate of, of different people, all these different people would stick to their old traditions. That’s how I see it. So people who wouldn’t follow the traditions would do it in all sorts of countries or in any country. Interviewer: thank you Mikhail. That’s the end… SPEAKING TEST 2 Interviewer: Good afternoon. My name is Anna. Could you tell me your full name please? Candidate: Roberto Rossi. Interviewer: What should I call you? Candidate: Roberto. Interviewer: Thank you. Do you work, or are you a student? Candidate: I’m a student Interviewer: Can you tell me about your studies?
178 Candidate: Um, well, my studies are in relation to cultures in the world. When I was, I was young my father used to travel a lot and used to come back home giving me a picture of a very vast world where people used to live and think and behave in different ways. Interviewer: What is your favorite subject? Candidate: Anthropology, and social anthropologies in, in particular. So in reality, what I do is that I go back to one of these places where I’ve in the past, and I, and I see in what way the society changes, and In what way it is affected by the outside world. So I ended up learning the language, and I, and I ended up understanding, um. Interviewer: What is your study plan? Candidate: I’m studying to, um, I’m thinking of, er, of furthering my studies by doing a master and perhaps a PHD. Um, I’m, Very interested in, er, following, um, what I have started already, and um, not again. Again not, not only for my professional point of view, but also for a personal point of view. Interviewer: Thank You. Do you have any hobbies or interest? Candidate: Oh, yes a number of them. Um, I like to read, um, I like to read a lot, and I also like to play soccer. But I can say that lately unfortunately I haven’t had much time to do either of them. Interviewer: What hobbies are popular with young boys and girls in your country? Candidate: Well, young boys and girls like to interact and meet and have a good time together, so we start generally since we very young by meeting at the end of the day when we get out of school, the local bar or the corner in the area where we live, in the square, and, er, and in the same area there are lots of other people older and younger than us. Interviewer: Do people usually continue their hobbies when they older? Candidate: When they can they do. Generally that depends on what king of commitments they get involved to, and, er, or with, and if they can afford, er, only, also in terms of time, what they like to do.
SPEAKING TEST 2 Interviewer: Good afternoon. My name is Anna. Could you tell me your full name please? Candidate: Roberto Rossi. Interviewer: what should I call you? Candidate: Roberto.
179 Interview: thank you. Do you work. Are you a student? Candidate: I’m a student Interview: Can you tell me about your studies? Candidate: Um, well, my studies are in relation to cultures in the world. When I was when I aws young my father used to travel a lot and used to come back home giving me a picture of a very vast world where people used to live and think and behave in different ways. So in comparison to what I used to study in geography. The world seemed to be a lot more interesting to go and and I finished school. I decided to go and er and experience at first hand what really means to live in direct contact with a different culture. So I ended up looking for most traditional and isolated cultures in the world at that time few years ago and er I decided to go and live as one of the local people which I did for a period of time. Interview: what is your favorite subject? Candidate: Anthropology and social anthropologies. Interview: what is your study plan? Candidate: I’m studying to um im thinking of er of furthering my srudies by oing a master and perhaps a Phd Interview: Thank you do you have any hobbies or interest? Candidate: Oh yes, a number of them um I like to read I like to read a lot and I also like to play soccer. But I can say that lately unfortunately I haven’t had much time to do either of them. Interviewer: When hobbies are popular with young boys and girls in your country? Candidate: Well, young boys and girls like to interact and meet and have a good time together, so we start generally since we very young by meeting at the end of the day when we get out of school. The local bar on the corner in the area where we live in the same are there are lots of other people older and younger than us are sport and socializing and dancing and same for the girls except that the girls certainly are a lot more into fashion and dancing. Interviewer: thank you can you start speaking now please? Remember you have a maximum of two minutes. Candidate: Well um the name of the film is Cinema Paradiso it is actually a very famous movie it won the Oscar in 1989 and um it’s a movie about the story of a kid who grows up in small village in sicily and we can see very clearly through the film in what way the community influence him and slo his first love story with a local girl and how much they affect his life. So its actually a movie um in retrospective because he goes bback and he try to get in touch with same girl and by doing that he basically he goes back and he still love each other. Interviewer: thank you. Do you go to the movies often?
180 Candidate: yes yes as often as I can. I really like films and especially the European movies and films Interviewer: thank you now id like to ask you a few more question about films and movies are films popular where you come from? Candidate: No I don’t think so I think that today tv and videos and dvds actually have replaced often when people used to go only er going to the thearthe I remember there were a lot of people going to the cinemas and they were packed. And the same movies was left there for weeks and weeks and weeks and while now they normally are shown in the same cinema for a lot less. Interviewer: what films are popular with young people these days? Candidate: we have in Italy a very strong American influence as well so a lot of American movies and a lot of high tech movies with special effects and at same time we also keep maintaining a king of our own genre. Interviewer: do people tast in films change as they grow older? Candidate: I think so I think so I think so movies also a little nearer us. Interviewer: has technology made a difference in quality of modern films? Candidate: I think so yes a bid difference the effects now are really seems to suck you in when you see a movie and the way films are edited.. they also keep your attention. Interviewer: how will technology by used to improve films in the future? Candidate: because the society has change a lot and now we sem to be rushing all the time we want to consume everything a lot faster so I think every form of entertaioning is also reflecting that kind of very fast quick way of waiting something different and wanting something very quickly Interviewer: Will people still go to the cinema in future? Candidate: I hope so I don’t know but I think there will be people that lioke today like to see not only the new movie but also the old movie because they represent that they have seen when they were younger and what they and also what there were dreaming at that time and it I think that remains within us all our life Interviewer: Thank you that is end of conversation.
TRANSCRIPTS Practice Speaking Test 5 Interviewer Good Afternoon. My name is Darryl.
181 Could you tell me your full name please? Candidate My name is Shi En Li. Interviewer And what should I call you? Candidate Call me Shi En please. Interviewer Thankyou. Do you work, or are you a student? Candidate I work. I do appreciating and translation. Interviewer Ah. Can you tell me about your work? Candidate Well there are different types of interpreting. There’s Legal interpreting. There’s medical interpreting and there’s Legal interpreting. Business interpreting and conference interpreting. Et cetera. They’re all very different, and you get to meet different types of People. Um its very rewarding cause you’re helping people who doesn’t Have much English and you get paid for your job as well. So Um you get to learn a lot about current issues, and at the same Time you get lot of headaches too. Because you get to hear a lot Of problems from your clients. So it’s a very interesting job. And I’m Enjoying it still, after seventeen years. Interviewer And when is the busiest time in your job? Candidate I can’t stay that im at my busiest you know, at a certain Time of the year it is very hard to predict. So I really can’t say, say Around well summer the busiest time of the year or the winters the Busiest or I really can’t say that certain time of year is the busiest or I really can’t say that certain time of year is the busiest. Interviewer if you could change your job. What would you prefer to do? Candidate I can’t say that im at my busiest you know that a certain time of the year it’s very hard to predict. So I really can’t say. Say around well summer the busiest time of the year or the winters the busiest or I really can’t say that certain time of the year is the busiest. Interviewer if you could change your job what would you prefer
182 To do? Candidate Sometimes um although im working and Im helping people And without an interpreter I guess nothing much can happen, Because there won’t be any communication proper communication Between you know two parties but then again interpreters are not supposed to give opinion. So you are left with feeling like youre not contributing at all towards the result of the session. So if I can change my job I think I’ll pick something which is completely Different from interpreting, and where I can actually contribute towards The result of you know the discussion so that’s what I would, I might do in the future. You never know. Interviewer What kind of music do you enjoy listening to? Candidate well actually all sorts of music. My husband says that ive got,You know catholic you know taste in music. I like classical Music of course because I played piano when I was a little girl. Actually not just as a little girl I still play. So I like classical music And I like jazz. Blues you know even heavy metal. Whatever is Good I appreciate it. Interviewer Do you play a musical instrument? Candidate Yes. I play piano and I play little bit bit of violin as well. Interviewer And what musical instrument do most peole Play in your home country? Candidate Um, in Korea. I think most girls from a proper family would play at least one musical instrument, and which us normally piano. So lot of girls would you know start playing piano when I was six , I think. Interviewer if you can play a musical instrument. Does this help you to enjoy music more? Candidate Yes, and no. in some ways it makes you, I guess take More interest in music, and when you listen to the music you know how to appreciate properly. But then again if you get to hear
183 a certain piece of music in the radio which of music in the radio which you played before straight away you find yourself sort of analyzing the performer so you really can relax so it sort its not maybe chore your mind is at work analyzing and you know assessing the performance. So I guess yes and no Interviewer Thankyou. Now I’d like to ask you to speak for one To two minutes on a topic. You have one minute to plan you’re Answer. Here is a pencil and paper to make notes. Here is your Topic. I’d like you to describe your favorite teacher. Interviewer Thankyou. Can you start speaking now please? You have one to two minutes. I will tell you when the time is up. Candidate My favorite teacher, um. His name is Kwan Sun Park. He was my English teacher when I was high school in Korea. You Know in korea all the English teachers are basically Korean. He was my teacher for two years, year eleven and twelve. You know the girls that age um, they normally like teachers You know good looking with the looks and with good sense Of humor and all but this teacher, specific teacher was not Physically attractive at all. He was rather not terribly good Looking. Sorry to be saying this but I really adored this Teacher because, I guess to start with I loved studying Languages and he was teaching English and I really loved Learning English from him. And he was very passionate About his job teaching and he was actually enjoying it And I could tell that he was enjoying it. He had good teaching Skills. He encouraged and nearly coerced, you know contribution From the students. And you can be actually be quite sure, Sitting in his class, that when you give answers, how silly that Might sound you’d never be laughed at or anything. So you Were feeling quite free to have a conservation or discussion with the teacher, or other students in the class. And what
184 was also quite special about him was that he had good sense of humour, much, so much so that you only remembered his jokes, when actually you have the test paper in front of you. And you look at all the questions and you couldn’t remember The answers, but his jokes only. Interviewer Thank you. And did other students also like this Teacher? Candidate oh yes yep, most of the students just loved this Teacher He was very popular. Interviewer So we’ve been talking about teaching. Um, I’d like to ask you a few questions about teaching and education. What are the qualities of a good teacher? Candidate I should say. Um a good teacher is the one who always Is well prepared for the class, and I guess if the person has a Good sense of humour, that will help because you know sit in Class, you know hours after hours. Interviewer and what differences in teaching styles have You experienced with different teachers? Candidate some teachers can be very knowledgeable. I could Tell the person had lot of knowledge and experience and everything But the person just didn’t have the skills to convey all that to the Students so the rendering was really boring and everybody was Just falling asleep whereas some teachers they knew how to pass That down to the students somehow and the session was completely Enjoyable. Interviewer should teachers use discipline in the classroom? Candidate Coming from where I am. I think yes, teachers should Discipline students. In Korea, students would respect the teachers Now, my mums generation was more so and my mum had to say One day she thought teachers don’t eat don’t go to the toilet they’re Demigod’s and wouldn’t even step on the shadow of a teacher
185 Cause you respect the teacher so much but I don’t think that same Kind of respect is here, and I just find it hard to understand. There’s not enough respect for the teacher, and also for the learning Itself. Interviewer And can students learn from computers? Candidate I guess Yes and No. I see my children sitting in front Of the computer. Sometimes writing there essays and getting Information through the net. In that case I guess computers can Be educational and helpful. But sometimes I see my son sitting In the front of the computers hours after hours, doing you know Video game, and I don’t think in that case computer educational Or helping. Interviewer Can you describe the education system in your country? Candidate in some ways it’s quite similar to the Australian education System. The only difference I can tell straight away is kindergarten Is not part of the primary school education in Korea. Where as Here you start from the kindergarten. And three years, we call It junior high and then three years high school and then four year, Normally four years um, university education, tertiary education. So I don’t think there’s that big difference between two system. Interviewer When should children start format schooling? Candidate Formal schooling. I guess it starts in Australia from The age of five, whereas in Korea from six. I don’t know Sometimes when I see little kindergarten students, you know looking Little bit tired makes me wonder wheather it’s they’re bit too young To start formal schooling at that age. But I really have no idea. Interviewer Has education changed since your parent’s day you know In the last twenty five years ? Candidate I think it’s change a lots, although I guess I can’t say That I understand what education was like when my mom and dad They were in school but definitely. Well im talking about Korean
186 Situation. In Korea you have to study many more subjects than your Father or mother would have you know in the past and you use like Like different equipment like computers and things, you know all These audiovisual sort of teaching material. I guess in that way Education of students has changed a lot Interviewer Ok, Thank you. That is the end of speaking test.
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