听力音频：
Part 1
Questions 1-10
Complete the notes below.
Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.
Choosing a School for a Child
Type of School: Possible consideration of a 1____________ school because of its facilities and quality of teaching.
Curriculum Differences:
Private schools focus more on 2____________and science.
Public schools provide a 3____________ curriculum.
Cost Consideration: Private schools can be 4____________ , but some offer financial aid.
Class Sizes:
Private schools generally have 5____________ classes.
Public schools have more 6____________ for students who need support.
Teachers: Quality varies in both systems; good teachers can be found in both private and 7____________schools.
Social Aspect:
Private schools can be 8____________, but they offer many extracurricular activities.
Public schools tend to be more 9____________ , with students from different backgrounds.
Ratings: Important to choose schools with good 10____________
Part 2
Questions 11-13
Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.
11. What primary subject does the speaker concentrate on in their talk?
A
- How higher sea levels influence areas near the coast.
B
- The alterations in agriculture resulting from global warming.
C
- The consequences of climate change on flora and fauna.
12. What does the speaker say about temperatures in the UK?
A
- They are expected to continue falling.
B
- They are expected to stabilise this century.
C
- They are expected to rise significantly.
13. The speaker describes the effect of the new climate trends on
A
- the geography of crops.
B
- hardier animals.
C
- land prices.
Questions 14-18
Complete the table below.
Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.
Climate change and rainfall
|
Aspect |
Details |
|
Rainfall Patterns |
Wetter winters and drier summers causing 14____________ in some regions. |
|
Crop Yields |
Droughts have affected crops like wheat and 15____________ . |
|
New Opportunities |
Farmers can grow crops like sunflowers and 16____________ due to climate changes. |
|
Flooding Risks |
Increased rainfall has led to more 17____________ , which is a major issue. |
|
Water Usage |
Water use for irrigation has risen by 18____________ percent since 1990. |
Questions 19-20
Choose TWO letters, A-E.
Which TWO changes does the speaker suggest farmers should make?
A
- increase the amount of water available
B
- invest in suitable technology
C
- adapt a suitable method of management
D
- grow crops suitable for a dry climate
E
- move farms closer to water sources
Part 3
Questions 21-22
Choose TWO letters, A-E.
Which TWO topics are Jack and Emma going to include in their presentation?
A
- genetics
B
- artificial intelligence
C
- climate
D
- ethics
E
- robotics
Questions 23-24
Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.
23. What topic does Jack agree to do a part of the presentation on?
A
- a description of the device
B
- the benefits of the device
C
- the use of the device
24. The books in Emma’s town library are…
A
- mostly out of date.
B
- mostly unavailable.
C
- mostly unsuitable.
Questions 25-30
Complete the notes below
Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.
Presentation on a New Type of Artificial Intelligence
Organization
Their presentation will be in the form of a 25____________.
They plan to use visuals such as 26____________ .
Preparation
Emma will do some research on the history of the subject by looking at a few 27____________.
Jack will find out about potential 28____________ .
Emma needs a 29____________ if she needs help.
Deadline
The deadline for completing everything is the end of 30____________ .
Part 4
Questions 31-40
Complete the notes below.
Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.
Problems and solutions in the workplace
Problems
- Some people avoid 31____________for mistakes.
This may be because they are afraid of 32____________
- Difficult relationships.
People have different 33____________about work.
- Not sharing information.
Results in wasted effort and also creates 34____________ within the team.
Solutions
- Team members should have clear roles and regularly discuss any 35____________
- Team members should feel they are a 36____________ and feel their skills are
37 ____________ and valued.
- A positive 38____________ should be created.
- Team members should understand the team’s 39____________, as well as its tasks.
- There should also be a 40____________ for success.
