Listening Test 01
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Listening Test 01
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Questions 1–5
Circle the correct letter A–C. Example: Andrea is feeling happy because... (A) she's seen Harry. (B) she's finished her exams. (C) she can sleep in. (Q:1)What is Harry's problem? [A. He doesn't want to sell his things./*B. He needs to decide what to do with his possessions./C. He wants to take everything to England.] (Q:2)Which of the items below does Harry want to sell? [A. Computer/B. Plant/*C. Fridge] (Q: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.] (Q: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.] (Q:5)Andrea thinks that a second hand shop... [*A. may not pay well./B. may not take your goods./C. may only take free goods.]Questions 6–10
Complete Harry's notes using NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS.THINGS TO DO:
(Q:6) {advertise} furniture etc in Trading Post. (Q:7) {donate} or sell kitchen things. (Q:8) Get {quote} first from second hand shop. (Q:9) Give clothes to {charity} shop. (Q:10) {sell} fridge and microwave to Andrea.Questions 11–20
Complete the Fitness Centre brochure using NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS.Sevenoaks HEALTH & FITNESS CENTRE
(Q:11) Located conveniently at the {corner} of Marion Street and Giles Street. WE ARE OPEN FOR YOU- Monday – Friday (Q:12) {6} am to 9.30 pm
- Saturday 9.00 am to 4.00 pm
- Sunday 9.00 am to (Q:13) {2} pm
- Aqua aerobic (Q:14) {classes} for all ages and levels.
- (Q:15) {swimming/swim} lessons on weekday afternoons and weekend mornings.
Questions 21–25
Complete the notes below using ONE WORD ONLY.THE CANADIAN FOOD MARKET
- (Q:21) Understanding subtle {differences} between the Canadian and United States food sectors is important for successful food marketing.
- (Q:22) Canada has many different ethnic groups: eg Toronto has large {Italian} and Asian populations.
- (Q:23) Growth of ethnic specialities of Mediterranean, Caribbean, South East Asian and {Mexican} foods.
- (Q:24) Therefore demand is increasing for new {ingredients} to prepare these foods plus condiments and sauces.
- 80% of Canadian market controlled by 8 major national chains.
- (Q:25) Seminar to compare Canadian food trends with {Australia} and UK.
Questions 26–30
Complete the table below. Write ONE WORD OR A NUMBER for each answer. THE CANADIAN RETAIL FOOD SECTOR| TREND | COMMENTS |
|---|---|
| INTEREST IN HEALTHY FOOD | • Salads are the third most commonly eaten food in Canadian (Q:26) {restaurants} • Most shoppers check (Q:27) {fat} and nutritional information |
| NEW WAY OF LABELLING MEAT | • Labelled according to (Q:28) {cooking} technique eg simmering steak |
| 'MOBILE MEALS' | • More meals eaten away from home • (Q:29) {40%} increase in sales of snacks projected over next 3 years • Growth in (Q:30) {healthy} snacks such as muesli bars |
Questions 31–40
Complete the lecture notes using NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.PUBLIC SPEAKING
(Q:31) Public speaking means speaking to {10 or more} people. (Q:32) Lack of confidence usually due to {lack of practice}. A. PLANNING (Q:33) First part of public speaking is {preparation}. (Q:34) This includes: {topic} and length of talk. Make speech notes on small cards to talk from. (Q:35) {eye contact} with the audience (very important). B. VOICE Speak slowly – this gives time for pronunciation and is easier for audience. (Q:36) – bigger audience requires {slower} speech. (Q:37) Project your voice – rehearse and {record yourself}. (Q:38) Check intonation: varied tone and rhythm gives {meaning}. C. BODY LANGUAGE (Q:39) Lastly, think about your {posture} and gestures. Show confidence by: head up, chin out, shoulders back. (Q:40) Avoid scratching and fiddling because this {distracts} and irritates your audience.Collected Notes
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