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Which item is NOT allowed to use during the exam?
Which item is NOT allowed to use during the exam?
Candidates are allowed to use paper clips during the exam.
Candidates are allowed to use paper clips during the exam.
False
What is the maximum number of words allowed for each detail in the recordings?
What is the maximum number of words allowed for each detail in the recordings?
three words
The exam consists of _____ printed pages and _____ blank pages.
The exam consists of _____ printed pages and _____ blank pages.
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Match the following exam instructions with their descriptions:
Match the following exam instructions with their descriptions:
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How many recordings will the candidates hear?
How many recordings will the candidates hear?
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Candidates may write in any color pen they choose.
Candidates may write in any color pen they choose.
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What is the paper number for the English as a Second Language exam?
What is the paper number for the English as a Second Language exam?
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What is the primary purpose of the man's trip to Canada?
What is the primary purpose of the man's trip to Canada?
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The man is traveling to Canada alone.
The man is traveling to Canada alone.
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Which film are the friends going to see this evening?
Which film are the friends going to see this evening?
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The layout of the Saw Swee Hock Student Centre revolves around the central __________.
The layout of the Saw Swee Hock Student Centre revolves around the central __________.
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What type of media activity are students engaged in at the media centre on the 2nd floor?
What type of media activity are students engaged in at the media centre on the 2nd floor?
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The external walls of the building are covered in __________.
The external walls of the building are covered in __________.
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Match the floors of the Saw Swee Hock Student Centre with the activities taking place:
Match the floors of the Saw Swee Hock Student Centre with the activities taking place:
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The floors and stairs of the Saw Swee Hock Student Centre are made from wood.
The floors and stairs of the Saw Swee Hock Student Centre are made from wood.
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What is indicated about interest levels in the ships?
What is indicated about interest levels in the ships?
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The technology is being developed in one specific country.
The technology is being developed in one specific country.
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What is the name of the publisher responsible for the material?
What is the name of the publisher responsible for the material?
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The _____ has made every reasonable effort to trace copyright holders.
The _____ has made every reasonable effort to trace copyright holders.
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Match the following entities related to the examination process:
Match the following entities related to the examination process:
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Where does Aysha most enjoy swimming when she’s not training?
Where does Aysha most enjoy swimming when she’s not training?
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Aysha advises young swimmers to always aim to win.
Aysha advises young swimmers to always aim to win.
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What is Aysha's future aspiration?
What is Aysha's future aspiration?
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Ships with no crew would be greener, cheaper, and __________.
Ships with no crew would be greener, cheaper, and __________.
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What is a primary concern regarding shipping accidents?
What is a primary concern regarding shipping accidents?
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Remote control would reduce costs by up to __________.
Remote control would reduce costs by up to __________.
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Match the following statements about ships with no crew:
Match the following statements about ships with no crew:
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What role does a captain have in the future operation of remote-control ships?
What role does a captain have in the future operation of remote-control ships?
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What did Speaker 2 recommend for students during their long university holidays?
What did Speaker 2 recommend for students during their long university holidays?
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Speaker 4 encourages students to use their holidays to study for the next term.
Speaker 4 encourages students to use their holidays to study for the next term.
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What was Aysha particularly pleased about regarding her recent competition win?
What was Aysha particularly pleased about regarding her recent competition win?
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Speaker 6 suggests to do whatever work you can find to save up some _____ .
Speaker 6 suggests to do whatever work you can find to save up some _____ .
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Who suggested that Aysha should join a local swimming club?
Who suggested that Aysha should join a local swimming club?
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Aysha finds training sessions to be not very tiring.
Aysha finds training sessions to be not very tiring.
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Match the speaker number with their corresponding opinion:
Match the speaker number with their corresponding opinion:
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What made Aysha realize she was a good swimmer?
What made Aysha realize she was a good swimmer?
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Study Notes
Listening Test Format
- The listening test is divided into eight questions.
- The test is approximately 50 minutes long.
- Questions 1-4 are short recordings with two parts each.
- Questions 5-8 are longer recordings, with a variety of questions.
- Questions 5 and 8 are fill-in-the-blank, while questions 6 and 7 are multiple choice.
Question 1
- The woman was impressed by a painting in an exhibition.
- The exhibition ends in two weeks.
Question 2
- Students will do a project about local history.
- They need to take a notebook and a camera on the class trip.
Question 3
- The man is going to Canada for a conference.
- He's going with his co-workers.
Question 4
- The friends are going to see the film "The Martian".
- They will first meet at the cinema.
The Saw Swee Hock Student Centre
- Designed by architects from the Netherlands.
- The design takes advantage of the street views around the building.
- The central staircase and lifts are the heart of the building.
- The central staircase and lifts allow for a view of facilities on each floor.
- The building is designed to bring aspects of the LSE community together.
- Examples include a "Social Space" on the 1st floor, a media centre on the 2nd floor, and a fitness center on the 4th floor.
- The external walls are covered in enamel blocks.
- The floors and stairs are made of "terrazzo" and Portuguese stone.
- The enamel blocks covering the lift resemble tiles from different countries.
Student Holiday Opinions
- Students have a variety of opinions about what to do during their holiday.
- Some students prefer to travel.
- Other students want to gain relevant work experience.
- Some students would like to take additional courses that will benefit their future career.
- Some prefer to just enjoy themselves.
- Others focus on studying to get ahead for the next term.
- Some students want to work to save money.
- Some students want to spend time with family members.
Aysha, a Young Swimmer
- Aysha is a competitive swimmer.
- She enjoys swimming.
- Aysha was particularly pleased to win a recent competition even though she was not feeling well.
- Her parents suggested she join a local swimming club.
- Aysha discovered she was good at swimming when her parents asked her to join the regional club.
- Aysha finds her training sessions could be more varied and misses out on social activities.
- Aysha likes swimming in the sea.
- Aysha believes it's important for young swimmers to enjoy themselves.
- Aysha aspires to become a sports presenter.
Remote-Control Ships
- Ships with no crew onboard are becoming a reality.
- Remote-controlled ships are believed to be more environmentally friendly, cheaper, and safer.
- Most ship accidents are caused by human error.
- A captain's job mostly involves monitoring the ship.
- Remote-controlled ships would be controlled by a single captain in an office.
- Ships would have many sensors on board.
- In case of emergencies, a captain would remotely steer the ship to a safe location.
Benefits of Ships without Crews
- Ships with no crew would reduce costs by as much as 20%.
- The lack of crew would mean no need for food or lifeboats.
- There would be more cargo space on board these ships.
- Pirates would be less likely to attack these ships.
- South Korea is leading the development of this technology.
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This quiz assesses your understanding of a structured listening test format. The test consists of eight questions, including both short and longer recordings, and features different question types such as fill-in-the-blank and multiple choice. Prepare to enhance your listening comprehension skills.
