JAN-LISTENINGS B2 by ANA HERRERA

Part 2

epiclearningclassesanah — 2025-04-21 20:53:41 UTC

You will hear a radio programme about a boy called Michael who crossed the Atlantic in a sailing boat. For questions 9-18, complete the sentences. (Don't write more than 3 words)

Sailing solo across the Atlantic

epiclearningclassesanah — 2025-04-21 20:53:41 UTC

To achieve his record, Michael had to sail a total of (9)____________ kilometres without any help.

Michael helped to design his boat which was called (10)___________ .

Michael and his father were concerned in case any (11) __________ came too close to them.

All the food that Michael took on his voyage was in (12) _______ bought at the supermarket.

The type of food which Michael missed most on the trip was (13) ________ .

Michael enjoyed using his (14) __________ to keep track of what his father was doing.

Michael's favourite pastimes on the boat were using his sister's (15) ________ and reading.

Michael got a fright when a (16) _______ landed on him.

The name of the charity that Michael is raising funds for is (17) ________ .

When Michael sails round the world, he plans to take (18) ________ with him in case he feels homesick.

Part 3

epiclearningclassesanah — 2025-04-21 20:53:41 UTC

You will hear five different people talking about cookery courses.

For questions 19-23, choose from the list (A-F) what each speaker says about the course they took.

Use the letters only once. There is one extra letter which you do not need to use.

epiclearningclassesanah — 2025-04-21 20:53:41 UTC

Part 4

epiclearningclassesanah — 2025-04-21 20:53:41 UTC

You will hear an interview with Pamela Green, a young fashion designer.

For questions 24-30, choose the best answer (A, B or C).

INDICATIONS: You will hear people talking in eight different situations. For questions 1-8, choose the best answer (A, B or C).

epiclearningclassesanah — 2025-04-21 20:53:41 UTC

1 You overhear a woman recommending a campsite.

epiclearningclassesanah — 2025-04-21 20:53:41 UTC

Why does she recommend it?

A It's close to tourist attractions.

B It's in an area of natural beauty.

C It has a wide range of facilities.

2 You overhear two friends talking about global warming.

epiclearningclassesanah — 2025-04-21 20:53:41 UTC

How does the girl feel about it?

A pessimistic about the future

B surprised at the effects it's having

C unconvinced that there's a problem

3 You overhear a young couple talking about moving to the country.

epiclearningclassesanah — 2025-04-21 20:53:41 UTC

Why does the man object to the idea?

A He wouldn't be able to work there.

B He'd miss the facilities of the city.

C He wouldn't be near to his friends.

4 You hear a part of a radio programme about food.

epiclearningclassesanah — 2025-04-21 20:53:41 UTC

Why should listeners call the programme?

A to take part in a recipe competition

B to find out about a cookery course

C to ask questions about cooking

5 You hear the beginning of a programme about college canteens.

epiclearningclassesanah — 2025-04-21 20:53:41 UTC

What point is being made about them?

A The choice of food has improved.

B Students like the food on offer there.

C Teachers complain about the quality of the food.

6 You hear a young woman talking about her career.

epiclearningclassesanah — 2025-04-21 20:53:41 UTC

Why did she accept a job in a bookshop?

A She needed a steady income.

B She thought it would be enjoyable.

C She hoped to improve certain skills.

7 You hear part of a programme about a clothes designer.

epiclearningclassesanah — 2025-04-21 20:53:41 UTC

What does the woman like about the clothes he designs?

A They are practical.

B They are colourful.

C They are original.

8 You overhear a discussion about the sport of snow-kiting.

epiclearningclassesanah — 2025-04-21 20:53:41 UTC

What does the man say about it?

A It's easier to learn than other winter sports.

B It's more dangerous than other winter sports.

C It requires less equipment than other winter sports.