IELTS CB Mock Tests

Listening — Test 0178 (audio playing)

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Part 1 — Questions 1–10

Questions 1 – 7 Complete the notes below. Write ONE WORD AND/ OR A NUMBER for each answer. Enquiry about booking hotel r

s a gallery suitable for musicians – can go out and see the (2) in pots on the terrace – terrace has a view of a group of (3) Carlton Room – number of people who can sit

) in pots on the terrace – terrace has a view of a group of (3) Carlton Room – number of people who can sit down to eat: 110 – has a (4) – view of the lake Options Master

oom – number of people who can sit down to eat: 110 – has a (4) – view of the lake Options Master of Ceremonies: – can give a (5) while people are eating – will provide (

view of the lake Options Master of Ceremonies: – can give a (5) while people are eating – will provide (6) if there are any problems Accommodation: in hotel rooms or (7)

es: – can give a (5) while people are eating – will provide (6) if there are any problems Accommodation: in hotel rooms or (7)

Questions 1 – 7 Complete the notes below. Write ONE WORD AND/ OR A NUMBER for each answer. Enquiry about booking hotel room

Questions 8 – 10 What is said about using each of the following hotel facilities? Choose THREE answers from the box and

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Questions 8 – 10 What is said about using each of the following hotel facilities? Choose THREE answers from the box and writ

Part 2 — Questions 11–20

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Questions 11-16 What information does the speaker give about each of the following excursions? Choose SIX answers from the

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Questions 17 and 18 Choose TWO letters A-E. Which TWO things does the speaker say about the attraction called Musical Fa

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Questions 17 and 18 Choose TWO letters A-E. Which TWO things does the speaker say about the attraction called Musical Favourite

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Questions 19 and 20 Choose TWO letters, A-E. Which TWO things does the speaker say about the Castle Feast? A Visitors ca

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Questions 19 and 20 Choose TWO letters, A-E. Which TWO things does the speaker say about the Castle Feast? A Visitors can dance

Part 3 — Questions 21–30

21. – 25 Choose the correct letter A, B or C. 21 What does Trevor find interesting about the purpose of children’s literature?

A the fact that authors may not realise what values they’re teachingB the fact that literature can be entertaining and educational at the same timeC the fact that adults expect children to imitate characters in literature 22 Trevor says the module about the purpose of children’s literature made him A analyse some of the stories that his niece reads. B wonder how far popularity reflects good quality. C decide to start writing some children’s stories. 23 Stephanie is interested in the Pictures module because A she intends to become an illustrator. B she can remember beautiful illustrations from her childhood. C she believes illustrations are more important than words. 24 Trevor and Stephanie agree that comics A are inferior to books. B have the potential for being useful. C discourage children from using their imagination. 25 With regard to books aimed at only boys or only girls, Trevor was surprised A how long the distinction had gone unquestioned. B how few books were aimed at both girls and boys. C how many children enjoyed books intended for the opposite sex.

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Questions 26 – 30 What comment is made about each of these stories? Choose FIVE answers from the box and write the corre

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Questions 26 – 30 What comment is made about each of these stories? Choose FIVE answers from the box and write the correct le

Part 4 — Questions 31–40

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Questions 31 – 40 Complete the notes below. Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer. The hunt for sunken settlements and anc

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found on the seabed • research carried out into structures, (32) and human remains TRADITIONAL AUTONOMOUS UNDERWATER VEHICLES (AUVs) • used in the oil industry, e.g. to m

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ER VEHICLES (AUVs) • used in the oil industry, e.g. to make (33) • problems: they were expensive and (34) LATEST AUVs • much easier to use, relatively cheap, sophisticate

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stry, e.g. to make (33) • problems: they were expensive and (34) LATEST AUVs • much easier to use, relatively cheap, sophisticated Tests: • Marzamemi, Sicily: found ancie

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ancient Roman ships carrying architectural elements made of (35) Underwater internet: • (36) is used for short distance communication, acoustic waves for long distance •

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architectural elements made of (35) Underwater internet: • (36) is used for short distance communication, acoustic waves for long distance • plans for communication with

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atellite • AUV can send data to another AUV that has better (37) , for example Planned research in Gulf of Baratti: • to find out more about wrecks of ancient Roman ships

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out wrecks of ancient Roman ships, including – one carrying (38) supplies; tablets may have been used for cleaning the (39) – others carrying containers of olive oil or (

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(38) supplies; tablets may have been used for cleaning the (39) – others carrying containers of olive oil or (40)

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Questions 31 – 40 Complete the notes below. Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer. The hunt for sunken settlements and ancient