Cambridge IELTS 19 Listening Test 4

Part 1: Listen and answer 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 :

Where to leave coat and bag : use in staffroom

See Tiffany in HR : to give number to collect

Location of HR office : on floor

Supervisor’s mobile number :

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 labels
Sushi takeaway counter	Re-stock with 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 for the fish from the cold-room	Must wear special

Part 2: Listen and answer questions 11–20

Questions 11-12

Choose TWO answers.

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

There is a risk of serious injury.

They are unsuitable for certain age groups.

They are unsuitable for people with health issues.

It is difficult to stay motivated.

There is a lack of individual support.

Questions 13-14

Choose TWO answers.

Which TWO tips does Liz recommend for new runners?

doing two runs a week

running in the evening

going on runs with a friend

listening to music during runs

running very slowly

Questions 15-18

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

Choose the correct letter, A, B, or C.

Reasons
A. a lack of confidence
B. a dislike of running
C. a lack of time

Club members

15. Ceri

16. James

17. Leo

18. Mark

Questions 19-20

Choose the correct answer.

19. What does Liz say about running her first marathon?

It had always been her ambition.

Her husband persuaded her to do it.

She nearly gave up before the end.

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

every six months.

within a few weeks of taking up running.

after completing several practice runs.

Part 3: Listen and answer questions 21–30

Questions 21-25

Choose the correct answer.

21. Kieran thinks the packing advice given by Jane’s grandfather is

common sense.

hard to follow.

over-protective.

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

They are not worth keeping.

They should go to a collector.

They have sentimental value for her.

23. Jane and Kieran agree that hardback books should be

put out on display.

given as gifts to visitors.

more attractively designed.

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

describes the mistakes other people make doing it.

reflects on a significant childhood experience.

explains why some books are easier to remove than others.

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

Their parents liked buying them as presents.

They would like to buy more of them.

Not everyone can afford them.

Questions 26-30

Where does Jane’s grandfather keep each of the following types of books in his shop?

Location of books

near the entrance
in the attic
at the back of the shop
on a high shelf
near the stairs
in a specially designed space
within the cafe

Types of books

26. rare books

27. children’s books

28. unwanted books

29. requested books

30. coursebooks

Part 4: Listen and answer questions 31–40

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 with native species

– aim to capture carbon, protect the environment and provide sustainable sources of for local people

– use tree seeds with a high genetic diversity to increase resistance to and climate change

– plant trees on previously forested land which is in a bad condition, not select land which is being used for

Large-scale reforestation projects

– Base planning decisions on information from accurate

– Drones are useful for identifying areas in Brazil which are endangered by keeping 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 of recovery by attracting animals and birds, e.g., 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

– The mangrove reforestation project:

+ provided employment for local people

+ restored a healthy ecosystem

+ protects against the higher risk of

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