Cambridge 19 Listening Test 4

Cambridge Book 19 Listening Test 4

PART 1                        Questions 1-10

Questions 1-6
Complete the notes below.
Write ONE WORD AND/OR A NUMBER 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 ……………………
  • Location of HR office:                           on 5 …………………… floor
  • Supervisor’s mobile number:                 6 ……………………

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

Responsibilities

 

Task 1

Task 2

Notes

Bakery section

Check sell-by dates

Change price labels

Use 7 ……………………labels

Sushi takeaway counter

Re-stock with
8 ……………………
boxes if needed

Wipe preparation area and clean the sink

Do not clean any knives

Meat and fish counters

Clean the serving area, including the weighing scales

Collect 9 ……………………
for the fish from the cold-room

Must wear special
10 ……………………

PART 2                                    Questions 11-20

Questions 11 and 12

Choose TWO letters, A-E.

Which TWO problems with some training programmes for
new runners does Liz mention?

        A    There is a risk of serious injury.
        B    They are unsuitable for certain age groups.
        C    They are unsuitable for people with health issues.
        D    It is difficult to stay motivated.
        E    There is a lack of individual support.

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    running in the evening
        C    going on runs with a friend
        D    listening to music during runs
        E    running very slowly

Questions 15-18

What reason prevented each of the following members of the Compton Park Runners Club from joining until recently?

Write the correct letter, A, B, or C next to Questions 15-18.

Reasons

        A    a lack of confidence

        B    a dislike of running

        С    a lack of time

Club members

15    Ceri                     ……………………

16    James                  ……………………

17    Leo                      ……………………

18   Mark                    ……………………

 

Questions 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

Questions 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.

Questions 26-30
Where does Jane’s grandfather keep each of the following types of books in his shop?
Choose FIVE answers from the box and write the correct letter, A-G, next to Questions 26-30.

Location of books

        A    near the entrance
        B    in the attic
        C    at the back of the shop
        D    on a high shelf
        E    near the stairs
        F    in a specially designed space
        G    within the café

        Types of books

26    rare books                       ……………….

27    children’s books              ……………….

28    unwanted books              ……………….

29    requested books              ……………….

30    coursebooks                    ……………….

PART 4                         Questions 31-40

Complete the notes below.

Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.

Tree planting

 Reforestation projects should:

  • include a range of tree species
  • not include invasive species because of possible 31 ……………….with
    native species
  • aim to capture carbon, 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 climate change
  • plant trees on previously forested land which is 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 are useful for 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 mining.
  • A variety of native fig trees were planted, which are important for
    – supporting many wildlife species
    – increasing the 37 ………………. of recovery by attracting animals and birds,
    g., 38 ………………. were soon attracted to the area.

 Involving local communities

  • Destruction of mangrove forests in Madagascar made it difficult for people to make a living from 39 ……………….
  • The mangrove reforestation project:
    – provided employment for local people
    – restored a healthy ecosystem
    – protects against the higher risk of 40 ……………….

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