IELTS CB Mock Tests

Part 1 — Questions 1–10

1. -5 Choose the correct letter A, B or C. 1. What is Harry’s problem?

A he does not want to sell his thingsB he needs to decide what to do with his possessionsC he wants to take everything to England

2. Which of the items below does Harry want to sell?

A B C 3. Where is Harry going to advertise his books for sale? A In the university bookshop.B In the student newspaper.C in the economics department

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4. Andrea thinks it is unlikely students will buy the furniture because…

A they’re all doing the same thing.B they live at home.C it’s the summer vacation.

5. Andrea thinks that a second hand shop…

A may not pay well.B may not take your goodsC may only take free goods

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Harry’s notes using NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS. Things to do: • (6) furniture etc. in Trading Post • (7) or sell kitchen things • Get (8) first from second hand shop • Give c

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WORDS. Things to do: • (6) furniture etc. in Trading Post • (7) or sell kitchen things • Get (8) first from second hand shop • Give clothes to (9) shop • (10) fridge and

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ure etc. in Trading Post • (7) or sell kitchen things • Get (8) first from second hand shop • Give clothes to (9) shop • (10) fridge and microwave to Andrea Part 2:

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ngs • Get (8) first from second hand shop • Give clothes to (9) shop • (10) fridge and microwave to Andrea Part 2:

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Questions 6-10 Complete Harry’s notes using NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS. Things to do: • (6) furniture etc. in Trading Post • (

Part 2 — Questions 11–20

11. -14 Choose the correct letter A, B or C. 11. What can visitors use free of charge?

A pushchairsB child carriersC coats and bags

12. Which of the following can visitors buy at the shop?

A coinsB refreshmentsC postcards

13. When did the Grand Opening of the baths occur?

A 1894B 1897C 1994

14. The Romans built on the site

A after the CeltsB before the CeltsC at the same time as the Celts

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E WORDS AND/ OR A NUMBER for each answer. The Great Bath is (15) deep. Around the bath area are alcoves where there were (16) and tables where bathers could relax. The wa

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15) deep. Around the bath area are alcoves where there were (16) and tables where bathers could relax. The water temperature of the Sacred Spring is (17) The water is ric

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could relax. The water temperature of the Sacred Spring is (17) The water is rich in (18) In Roman times, the Sacred Spring was well known for its (19) The Temple was co

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mperature of the Sacred Spring is (17) The water is rich in (18) In Roman times, the Sacred Spring was well known for its (19) The Temple was constructed between (20) Par

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8) In Roman times, the Sacred Spring was well known for its (19) The Temple was constructed between (20) Part 3:

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Questions 15-20 Complete the summary below. Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/ OR A NUMBER for each answer. The Great Bath

Part 3 — Questions 21–30

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nces below. Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer. 21. The best days for engineering students are 22. Students can get useful suggestions about 23. Use the inter

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each answer. 21. The best days for engineering students are 22. Students can get useful suggestions about 23. Use the internet to look at before the event.

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Questions 21-23 Complete the sentences below. Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer. 21. The best days for enginee

24. -27 Choose the correct letter A, B or C. 24. Fergus says that

A there is one company he is particularly interested inB he has done some research alreadyC he knows the boss at one of the companies

25. The tutor thinks Fergus should

A prepare questions in advanceB research the skills required for jobs before the eventC find out what the starting salaries are

26. Fergus plans

A to wear a suit and tieB to wear smart but casual clothesC to buy an outfit for the event

27. The tutor suggests that Fergus

A should ask particular people certain questionsB should avoid taking free giftsC should treat conversations like short interviews

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Question 28

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Question 29

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Questions 28-30 Choose THREE letters A-F. Why do the tutor and Fergus think it is useful to attend a jobs fair? A to get a

Part 4 — Questions 31–40

31. Choose the correct letter A, B or C. 31. At the start of her talk Rebecca points out that new graduates can find it hard to

A get the right workB take sufficient breaksC motivate themselves

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Questions 32 and 33 Circle TWO letters A-D. Which TWO of the following does Rebecca say worry new artists A earning enou

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Questions 32 and 33 Circle TWO letters A-D. Which TWO of the following does Rebecca say worry new artists A earning enough mone

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Questions 34 and 35 Circle the correct letter A, B or C. 34. Rebecca decided to become an illustrator because it A affor

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Questions 34 and 35 Circle the correct letter A, B or C. 34. Rebecca decided to become an illustrator because it A afforded her

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Portfolio Get some artwork printed in magazines by entering (36) Also you can (37) and mock up book pages. Make an effort to use a variety of artistic (38) Aim for recogn

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artwork printed in magazines by entering (36) Also you can (37) and mock up book pages. Make an effort to use a variety of artistic (38) Aim for recognition by dividing

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up book pages. Make an effort to use a variety of artistic (38) Aim for recognition by dividing work into distinct (39) Possibly use (40)

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tic (38) Aim for recognition by dividing work into distinct (39) Possibly use (40)

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Questions 36-40 Complete the notes below. Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer. Suggestions for Developing a Port