IELTS CB Mock Tests

Part 1 — Questions 1–10

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ONLY for each answer. First day at work Name of supervisor: (1) Where to leave coat and bag: use (2) in staffroom See Tiffany in HR: to give (3) number to collect (4) Loc

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rk Name of supervisor: (1) Where to leave coat and bag: use (2) in staffroom See Tiffany in HR: to give (3) number to collect (4) Location of HR office: on (5) floor Supe

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at and bag: use (2) in staffroom See Tiffany in HR: to give (3) number to collect (4) Location of HR office: on (5) floor Supervisor’s mobile number: (6)

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staffroom See Tiffany in HR: to give (3) number to collect (4) Location of HR office: on (5) floor Supervisor’s mobile number: (6)

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to give (3) number to collect (4) Location of HR office: on (5) floor Supervisor’s mobile number: (6)

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Questions 1-6 Complete the notes below. Write ONE WORD AND/ OR A NUMBER ONLY for each answer. First day at work Name of su

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Question 7

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Question 8

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Question 9

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Questions 7-10 Complete the table below. Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer. Part 2:

Part 2 — Questions 11–20

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Questions 11 and 12 Choose TWO letters, A-E. Which TWO problems with some training programmes for new runners does Liz m

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Questions 11 and 12 Choose TWO letters, A-E. Which TWO problems with some training programmes for new runners does Liz mention?

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Questions 13 and 14 Choose TWO letters, A-E. Which TWO tips does Liz recommend for new runners? A doing two runs a week

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Questions 13 and 14 Choose TWO letters, A-E. Which TWO tips does Liz recommend for new runners? A doing two runs a week B runni

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Question 15

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Question 16

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Question 17

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Questions 15-18 What reason prevented each of the following members of the Compton Park Runners Club from joining until rec

19. and 20 Choose the correct letter, A, B or C. 19. What does Liz say about running her first marathon?

A It had always been her ambition.B Her husband persuaded her to do it.C She nearly gave up before the end.

20. Liz says new runners should sign up for a race

A every six months.B within a few weeks of taking up running.C after completing several practice runs.

Part 3 — Questions 21–30

21. -25 Choose the correct letter, A, B or C. 21. Kieran thinks the packing advice given by Jane’s grandfather is

A common sense.B hard to follow.C over-protective.

22. How does Jane feel about the books her grandfather has given her?

A They are not worth keeping.B They should go to a collector.C They have sentimental value for her,

23. Jane and Kieran agree that hardback books should be

A put out on display.B given as gifts to visitors.C more attractively designed.

24. While talking about taking a book from a shelf, Jane

A describes the mistakes other people make doing it.B reflects on a significant childhood experience.C explains why some books are easier to remove than others.

25. What do Jane and Kieran suggest about new books?

A Their parents liked buying them as presents.B They would like to buy more of them.C Not everyone can afford them.

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Question 26

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Question 27

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Question 28

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Question 29

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Questions 26-30 Where does Jane’s grandfather keep each of the following types of books in his shop? Choose FIVE answers fr

Part 4 — Questions 31–40

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species • not include invasive species because of possible (31) with native species • aim to capture carbon, protect the environment and provide sustainable sources of (

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protect the environment and provide sustainable sources of (32) for local people • use tree seeds with a high genetic diversity to increase resistance to (33) and climat

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eds with a high genetic diversity to increase resistance to (33) and climate change • plant trees on previously forested land which is in a bad condition, not select land

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in a bad condition, not select land which is being used for (34) Large-scale reforestation projects • Base planning decisions on information from accurate (35) • Drones a

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ects • Base planning decisions on information from accurate (35) • Drones are useful for identifying areas in Brazil which are endangered by keeping (36) and illegal logg

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identifying areas in Brazil which are endangered by keeping (36) and illegal logging. Lampang Province, Northern Thailand • A forest was restored in an area damaged by mi

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ant for o supporting many wildlife species o increasing the (37) of recovery by attracting animals and birds, e.g., (38) were soon attracted to the area. Involving local

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the (37) of recovery by attracting animals and birds, e.g., (38) were soon attracted to the area. Involving local communities • Destruction of mangrove forests in Madagas

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dagascar made it difficult for people to make a living from (39) • The mangrove reforestation project: o provided employment for local people o restored a healthy ecosyst

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Questions 31-40 Complete the notes below. Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer. Tree planting Reforestation projects should: