雅思真题集15学术类听力 雅思听力 IELTS Mock Test 2020 February (question...

雅思和托福考试都是出国留学的一项英语考试，在备考雅思的时候，大家可以去做一下有关考试的真题，为大家带来了2021年5月15日雅思听力考试参考答案。

2021年5月15日雅思听力考试参考答案

Section 1 周末活动安排：arrangement of weekend （旧题）

参考答案：

1-3）Table completion 表格填空 （One word only）

1. in the workshop

2. activity： have a discussion

3. in a library

4-8） Matching 搭配题

4. F short stories

5. A biography

6. D criminal fiction

7. B new novel

8. H written for children

9-10） Completion 填空 （No more than two words and/ or number）

9. booking hotline： 0136645772

10. Address： NO.24，river lane （小巷）

注意：workshop 易拼错；

难易度：一般

Section 2 城堡旅游参观相关内容 （旧题）

参考答案：

11-20） Choose a correct letter A， B， or C.

11. When was the castle built in？

B. mid of 14th century

12. How many years has been used？

C. 150

13. Where is the walking start point？ C. Ludlow Gate

14. （one thing ） is set of...？

B. wrenched /broken boat

15. form hill you can see ...？

A. church

16. What is the most interesting？

A. flowers

17. Why you wear ...？

C. prickle plant （带刺植物）

is recommended...？

C. boots and thick trousers

19. What is ‘Black Pro’ famous for？ B. wild animals

20. Which type of fish is allowed to catch？

C. whiting （牙鳕）

难易度：困难

Section 3 学生组织对老人们“旧日子”回忆的访问 （ 旧题）

参考答案：

21-26）Completion （One word only） 填空

21. find the name list and materials from the phonebook and then get the trust from elderly people

s to know the background of the elder’s to develop trust

23. organize suitable topics for group discussion

24. explain the purpose of the experiment

25. get the acceptance of manager， may record the process

26. need to make a film

27-30） Matching 匹配

27. photograph--- D. participant

28. household objects --- A. relative of students

29. cloth --- B. museum

30. store Toy--- E. internet

难易度：一般

Section 4 儿童智力发展的研究 （旧题）

参考答案：

31-40） Completion （One word only）

31. too much emphasis on getting a qualification

32. the government should have less influence on teaching

33. boys in particular need a new type of school

34. children in *all schools are happier

35. lessons are organized like a meeting

36.a boy interest in music set up business

37. preparing for entering university

38. also play attention to college education

39. parents are important in developing children’s reading skills

40. conclusion are that most children are better at relationships

难易度：一般

雅思听力考试须知

a. 单复数问题

听录音的时候就要仔细听是不是有s的，比如Computer Disks，Families等等。还有就是看看前后搭配，比如____of words，那么这个空就应该对应的是meanings而不是meaning。另外就是表格题的单复数，要对照一下横排和竖排，看看同行同列的单词特征，是不是都是有单复数的。

b. 数字

要听清是pounds还是dollars，有时候这些小问题很轻易忽视的。小心听到分数如one thirds1/3，a quarter1/4等。还有时候听写数字中间会出现字母，这种题要非凡小心，如36D，可能会听成thirty sixty，听到这样希奇的数字时就要想想可能会是有字母穿插在里面。听长的数字时，如12300，12thousand and three hundred，一时反应不过来，可以先简单记成12th3h，等抄答案的时候再写成数字。

c. 大小写以及格式

一般来说大写的就是地名、人命、Subject名称、职位名称（如Supporter Tutor）等等，但是有时候填表的时候也要非凡留心看同行同列的是否也是大写，这样你的答案也要保持一样的格式。另外还要注重看同行同列的单词时态和形式，如题目的列标题是benefits，其中一个benefit给出“air more pleasant”，那么第二个你就不能写成“reduce the fire risks”，而应该写成“fire risks reduced”

d. 前后搭配

要细心看清楚前后单词、时态是否和你所填的单词搭配。比如题目__ancient China，那么空应该填used in而不是used by；但是假如题目是__ancient Chinese，那么空应该填used by而不是used in。

雅思听力训练技巧

逐字逐句的放听力材料，在听材料的过程中，将这段材料中的重要名词（能全部听写下来就好了）听写下来，在写的时候注意单词拼写，大小写等问题。在边听边写的过程中，可以很好的段落我们的记录能力。

再将这段听力材料完整听一遍，补充之前没有写上来的词，同时改正遍听写过程中写错和听错的词。然后对照原文查看自己的拼写问题，检查单复数、大小写等问题。

全部改正以后，再放一遍听力材料，认真听材料同时对应看自己写的单词，巩固错误点，看看自己次没听出来或者听错的单词，这一次是否能够准确听到并且拼写正确。若还有单词不能准确听出，就要按照上面的步骤反复多放几遍录音，直到听懂为止。

雅思听力原则

“有恒”的道理，就不用说了。任何学问的取得，都离不开这个道理。没有恒心，想成就一番事业是不可能的。其实，我们国家很多学英语的人何其多也，但真正学成的，比例很有限，为什么呢？除了学习方法、天份等因素外，主要是没有坚持下去。听力练习，作为英语学习的一个非常重要的环节，其道理也是一样的。

“有序”，是一种科学的方法。它适用于任何学科。只要科学地评判自己的水平，然后有针对性地制定适合自己的训练方法（而不是人云亦云），循序渐进，逐步攻克，并一步一步向前攀登。

“有量”的原则非常重要。过去，人们对这个＂量＂的原则重视不够，或者强调不够。尽管人们都懂得＂量变引起质变＂这个哲学道理，但真正运用在语言学习上的人却不多。实际上这个道理非 常浅显。但是越是浅显的道理，有时候越难让人置信。对于听力训练来说，量的原则尤其重要。很多人学英语，目标不可谓不明确、方法不可谓不得法、努力不可谓不努力，然而效果不明显。

Woman: Hello! Welcome to the travel depot! How can I help you?

Man: Well, I'm looking for a reasonably priced holiday. I went to South Africa for a month last year and I'd like to see North America this time maybe Canada.

The customer says he went to South Africa last year so the correct answer is C. Now we shall begin, you should answer the questions as you listen because you will not hear the recording a second time. Listen carefully and answer questions 1 to 6.

Woman: Hello! Welcome to the travel Depot! How can I help you?

Man: Well I'm looking for a reasonably priced holiday. I went to South Africa for a month last year and I'd like to see North America, this time maybe Canada but I'm also interested in Europe if the prices to Canada are too expensive. I'm on quite a tight budget, you see.

Woman: Well, you could go to Europe but I'll get some prices for Canada first. I've been to Vancouver, it's lovely at this time of year. And we have some special offers on at the moment.

Man: Ok, well I have some relatives over in Vancouver so that would be good. I can always travel around Europe next year. Besides, it may be a bit too hot for me at this time.

Woman: Right! Let's have a look at some prices then. When would you like to go?

Man: Sometime at the end of next month if possible but I'm quite flexible any time between the 24th and the 31st. I'd like to go for 3 weeks.

Woman: Well, there's lots of availability for those dates. Now if you're concerned about the cost, it's cheaper if you don't mind not flying direct.

Man: Sorry, what do you mean?

Woman: Well, if you don't mind changing planes then it's cheaper.

Man: Oh, well I don't mind changing things.

Woman: In that case, the cheapest flight I have leaves on the 25th and changes in New York. It's only a short stop. You'll be in the airport for two and a half hours. How does that sound?

Man: Sounds good! But what's the price?

Woman: That's four hundred and twelve pounds for a return flight but that doesn't include airport tax. Would you like to arrange any accommodation?

Man: No, I have a cousin I can stay with. All I need is the flight so think I'll take that one.

Woman: Right, I'll just check availability for your return. Three weeks did you say?

Man: Yes, that's right!

Woman: Okay, well there are seats available on the 14th or the 15th. Which one would you prefer?

Man: The 14th sounds good. Yes, from the 25th to the 14th sounds fine.

Woman: Our reserve that for you then. Can you tell me your name, please?

Man: Jim Jackson.

Woman: Is that J A C K S O N?

Man: That's right!

Woman: And can I take an address and contact number?

Man: Yes, it's 10 Allen Road, Oldham. Do you want a home number or my mobile?

Woman: Either's fine.

Man: Well, my home number is 051 433 398.

Woman: Okay, so you booked on flight number VN217 to Vancouver, leaving London Heathrow at 11:35 in the morning on the 25th, and returning on the 14th. So that's 20 nights. Now one more thing.

You now have some time to read questions 7 to 10. You now listen carefully and answer questions 7 to 10.

Woman: Now one more thing, do you have any travel insurance? We recommend all our clients take out some kind of cover even though most people don't end up needing it. Most people have it just for peace of mind.

Man: Well, what type of cover do you have?

Woman: There are two choices, the gold star and the silver star. Our most comprehensive cover is the gold star which will cost twenty-one pounds for the period you are away. It's a good policy because it covers almost all eventualities even extreme sports such as snowboarding and skydiving.

Man: Mm-hmm. What about the silver star?

Woman: That's 18 pounds but it doesn't cover you for any dangerous sports

Man: Well, for three pounds I think I'll take the first one, the gold cover please.

Woman: Right, and is there anything else I can help you with?

Man: Well, do you have any information about what to do in Vancouver?

Woman: Yes, I'm sure there's something on the computer that can help. Ah yes, there's a Shakespeare play at the theater but at $54. It's quite expensive. That starts at 8:00 p.m. The City Museum is really popular too, if you like that kind of thing. They have a special exhibition of Japanese armor next month. The entrance is free and the museum is open from 9 to 4:30 Monday to Saturday. Would you be interested in either of those?

Man: Oh well, maybe.

Woman: Well, I'm sure you can arrange that when you get there anyway. So, it's the flight and the gold star insurance, that's 433 pounds in total.

Man: Can I pay by Visa?

Woman: Yes, of course! If you start….

That is the end of Part 1. You now have half a minute to check your answers. Now turn to Part 2.

Woman: Thank you very much for inviting me here today. I understand that you all own your own home and some of you may be interested in buy an additional property here in the city so I hope you will find the information I am going to share with you useful and informative. I'm going to talk about the situation with property here in the city. The city center of any area is obviously going to have the highest prices and as more and more people are competing for houses in this area, both renting and buying are becoming increasingly difficult. It is most people's dream to one day own their own house. House ownership gives us a feeling of having achieved something and we can see clearly what we have worked so hard for all our lives. It can give us a sense of security for our old age and a knowledge that we will hopefully have something to pass on to our children. However, buying a house, particularly for first-time buyers is becoming more and more difficult. Not only due to increasing prices but also because of the need for a substantial deposit. For younger people, buying their first home is very difficult and often impossible. Young couples who cannot get the deposit together, need to rent for a long time and sometimes forever. While traditionally, homes near the center of the city have been the most desirable people are now looking further a field. This has happened for a number of reasons, the main one being that our style of work is changing along with that of other countries such as the USA. In certain professions, for example sales and computing, it is no longer necessary for people to be based in an office full-time. More and more people are beginning to work from home which means they can avoid the hustle and bustle of rush-hour traffic jams and to work and have more freedom to choose to live in a more rural and peaceful location. My company deals with finding property for both purchasers and renters in the city area. One of my main roles within the company is to find investment properties for people who wish to ahead for their future.

Woman: An investment property is usually at the cheaper end of the market. People buy investment properties not to live in but in addition to their own home in order to rent it out to other people. The advantage of putting your savings into property for the future is that you can be pretty certain that as a long-term investment. Your money will safely increase in value in line with inflation. Many people are turning to property investment instead of pension schemes as we hear the horror stories of countries such as the UK where people have invested all their lives into their pension schemes to find that now their money is relatively worthless. Houses automatically earn what is known as capital gains. That is for every year you owned the property it becomes more valuable and often gives a better rate of interest on your money than most banks do. However, that is not to say there are no risks. There are people who buy property when the market is high and prices are inflated beyond their true value, only to find that when the housing market slows down, they are in a state of negative equity. Negative equity is a situation that arises when you owe more for the house than the house itself is worth. In short, the best devices to be aware of the ups and downs of the housing market. property investment if handled correctly can be enormously satisfying. I hope that this has given you an insight into the basics of the property market. Thank you for listening! Please raise your hand if you have any questions and I will try to be of assistance.

Woman: Thank you very much for tuning in today to listen to our weekly hour on conservation issues. Last week, we spoke about the impact of environmental changes on primates and this week to continue the theme. We have invited Ana specialists by the name of Professor Andrew Ripley all the way from USA to tell us more about the problems faced by the cat family. Professor Ripley thank you very much for joining us today.

Man: It's my pleasure, thank you very much for inviting me.

Woman: So, I understand that you spent a great proportion of your time traveling the globe and monitoring changes in population levels of the cat family.

Man: Yes, that's correct. Of course, we're not talking about the domestic cat here but there man just a cousin such as the lion tiger and Jaguar to name but a few.

Woman: Which member of the cat family do you yourself find to be the most fascinating?

Man: Well, I've spent a lot of time recently studying Jaguars but the lion is still my personal favorite. It is the world's most social cat and unusual in the way in which it chooses to group together with others of its species. Pride of lions basking in the sunshine probably one of people's most vivid perceptions of the African bush.

Woman: Yes, certainly. I totally agree with you.

You now have some time to read questions 25 to 30. Now listen carefully and answer questions 25 to 30.

Woman: Can you tell me the current lion population in Africa these days.

Man: Well, it's very difficult to measure it accurately. The figures range from 100,000 to as few as 30,000 but it's generally estimated that there are 50,000. In order to maintain the population and protect the species from poachers, many move to protected areas.

Woman: Which member of the cat family do you feel is most at risk?

Man: For different reasons, a number of species of the cat family are endangered sometimes due to natural predators or environmental changes but mainly because of the threat of hunters. For example, I'm sure you're aware the bones and body parts of tigers have been and still are traditionally used in medicines in the Far East. Because of this and the demand for medicine made from tiger parts, their numbers have been falling for some time. And to date there are fewer than 6,000 tigers living in their natural habitat of the forests and plains of Asia.

Woman: What is being done to curb the population decrease?

Man: Well, specialists such as myself work closely with conservationists groups such as the World Wildlife Federation or WWF to protect tigers from illegal hunting. WWF considers the drop in tiger numbers to be catastrophic and they're working hard to conserve the populations in China, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam and Russia.

Woman: I understand that the poaching is not the only problem faced by the leopard. Let me get this right! Is it the Snow Leopard which lives in the mountains in Asia?

Man: Yes, it is. The poaching has been a problem but not the most important. Its natural prey the animals at hunts is declining too. Its natural habitat in high-altitude area specifically the pastures as threatened by the growth of agriculture. It is the main problem for the Snow Leopard. It's going to be extremely difficult for numbers to recover, but again the WWF has been working hard to continue to fund projects to aid the snow leopard in Nepal and Pakistan and hopefully Bhutan very soon.

Woman: Well, this is fascinating information you are giving us, Professor. We are just going into a short commercial break when we come back, I have a few questions for you about the Puma and the Jaguar. Remember lessness there will be an opportunity to phone in and voice any opinions or questions you may have for the Professor in ten minutes.

Woman: Good afternoon, I'm pleased to see so many of you here today as I told you all on Monday the lecture on overpopulation has been postponed until next week as we have a guest speaker today. I'd like to introduce you all to Donald Mackenzie who has recently returned from a 12-month research project in America. He is here to share with us some of the results of his studies into the problem of illiteracy

Man: Hello, now as sociology students I have no doubt that you are aware that it is commonly believed that one indicator of a developed country, the level of education of its citizens. Now most of these nations have free compulsory education for all and strict teacher certification requirements, so it would logically follow that people from countries such as America would be highly educated. Yet, this isn't always so. In America alone, 42 million *s cannot read and 50 million can recognize so few printed words. They each have the reading ability of a ten-year-old frightening statistics indeed, but not as frightening as the trend suggested by current estimates, the number of illiterate *s is increasing by approximately two and a quarter million people each year and although global statistics have not been compiled as it suggests an extremely disturbing figure. Inevitably, this is having an impact on employment. In America the annual cost and welfare programs and unemployment compensation due to a literacy stands at six billion US dollars and an additional 237 billion a year in unrealized earnings is forfeited by people who let basic reading skills. There is also the cost of post school literacy programs which have been put in place in order to counter this increasing figure. A conservative estimate places the cost of these programs at 10 billion dollars each year and growing steadily.

Moving on, I'd like to talk about some of the causes of this increasing illiteracy. Children were taught to read by first learning the alphabet then the sounds of each letter, how they blended into syllables and how those syllables made up words. They were taught that English spelling is logical and systematic, and that to become a fluent reader it was necessary to master the alphabetic code in which English words are written. To the point where the code is used automatically with little conscious thought given to it. And to make myself to you, I mean readers could sound out the letters, spelling them phonetically. Once a child learned this ability, attention could be turned to more advanced content. It seldom if I ever occurred to teachers to give children word lists to read or to make beginner level readers memorize whole words before learning the components of those words or to memorize whole stories as today's proponents of the whole language approach recommend.

Several recent studies have found that 90% of remedial reading students and developed countries are not able to decode fluently, accurately and at an automatic level of response. The currently used whole language method was originally conceived then used in the early 1800s to teach the deaf how to read, a method which is long since being discarded by the teachers of the deaf themselves as inadequate and out murdered. English is an alphabetic language that when written uses letters to represent speech sounds when students were taught to read, they consciously identified the speech sounds and learned to recognize the letters used to represent them. They were then trained to apply this information to decode the names of unwritten words, understand their meaning and comprehend the information presented as a complete thought. The English language contains approximately half a million words. On these words, about 300 compose about three-quarters of the words that we use regularly. As I said in schools where the whole language method is taught, children are constantly memorizing sight words during the first three or four grades of school but I never taught how to unlock the meaning of the other 499 thousand seven hundred or more words. Whole language learning causes frustration, poor spelling and hostility towards reading. Very bright children who can't memorize long lists of words and retain their meaning are placed in special education. When all they need is to be taught that 26 letters of the alphabet, the 44 sounds they make, and the seventy common ways to spell those sounds.

Some researchers believe dyslexia and the symptoms of attention deficit disorder actually caused by this reversal of the normal learning sequence. So, why do faulty reading methods continue to be used? Well, in short, it's big business. The sale of instructional reading programs is big business today. Each year publishing companies compete for the adoption of reading programs and workbooks which have to be replaced annually concentrating on phonics would seriously reduce the cost of education.

spelling：name，address，flight number, the spelling of words
numbers ：contact number， passport

NOTES:
420 pounds
jim jackson
0151433398
Z127
21-24
weekly hour
cat family
lion - most social animal
threat of hunters
snow napital
speech soudn
represent
decode
sounds
common ways

expansion of agriculture
growth of agriculture

Part one

Part two

Part three

Part four

Part one

Part two

Part three

Part four

Red: numbers - listen carefully
Yellow：wrong spelling of words
Blue: only need to focus on keywords

If you have missed one part, then you can choose the word that you heard in the recording. Don't guess!!

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