Listening 16 Test 3

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Section 1: JUNIOR CYCLE CAMP



Questions 1-10: Complete the notes below. Write ONE WORD AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.

JUNIOR CYCLE CAMP

The course focuses on skills and safety


• Charlie would be placed in Level 5.

• First of all, children at this level are taken to practise in a  1.   .


Instructors

• Instructors wear  2.    shirts.

• A  3.    is required and training is given.


Classes

• The size of the classes is limited.

• There are quiet times during the morning for a  4.    or a game.

• Classes are held even if there is  5.   .


What to bring

• a change of clothing

• a  6.   

• shoes (not sandals)

• Charlie's  7.   


Day 1

• Charlie should arrive at 9.20 am on the first day.

• Before the class, his  8.    will be checked.

• He should then go to the  9.    to meet his class instructor.


Cost

• The course costs $ 10.    per week.



SECTION 2: Questions 11-20



Questions 11 and 12
Choose TWO letters, A-E.

According to Megan, what are the TWO main advantages of working in the agriculture and horticulture sectors?



Questions 13 and 14
Choose TWO letters, A-E.
Which TWO of the following are likely to be disadvantages for people working outdoors?



Questions 15-20

What information does Megan give about each of the following job opportunities?
Choose SIX answers from the box and write the correct letter, A-H, next to Questions 15-20.

Information

A   not a permanent job
B   involves leading a team
C   experience not essential
D   intensive work but also fun
E   chance to earn more through overtime
F   chance for rapid promotion
G   accommodation available
H   local travel involved

Job opportunities

15.  Fresh food commercial manager  
16.  Agronomist  
17.  Fresh produce buyer  
18.  Garden centre sales manager  
19.  Tree technician  
20.  Farm worker  

SECTION 3: Questions 21-30


Questions 21 and 22
Choose TWO letters, A-E.
Which TWO points does Adam make about his experiment on artificial sweeteners?



Questions 23 and 24
Choose TWO letters, A-E.
Which TWO problems did Rosie have when measuring the fat content of nuts?



Questions 25-30
Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.







SECTION 4: Questions 31-40: Complete the notes below. Write ONE WORD ONLY for answers of 31-40.



Hand knitting


Interest in knitting

• Knitting has a long history around the world.

• We imagine someone like a  31.    knitting.

• A  32.    ago, knitting was expected to disappear.

• The number of knitting classes is now increasing.

• People are buying more  33.    for knitting nowadays.


Benefits of knitting

• gives support in times of  34.    difficulty

• requires only  35.    skills and little money to start

• reduces stress in a busy life


Early knitting

• The origins are not known.

• Findings show early knitted items to be  36.    in shape.

• The first needles were made of natural materials such as wood and  37.   .

• Early yarns felt  38.    to touch.

• Wool became the most popular yarn for spinning.

• Geographical areas had their own  39.    of knitting.

• Everyday tasks like looking after  40.    were done while knitting.


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