Listening test 2 – Next Level English VN

Welcome to your Listening test 2

The Listening test takes place in about 30 minutes and you will have 2 minutes to check your answers after the recording stops. There are 4 sections and you will need to answer 40 questions for this test. The test will be automatically submitted when the time ends.

PART 1
Questions 1–10

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 ……………………

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Questions 7–10

Complete the table below.

Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.

	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……………………

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1 out of 4

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.

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

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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
C. 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.

2 out of 4

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. course books

3 out of 4

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,

, e.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

4 out of 4