IELTS Listening TEST BOOKLET No 5 – August – 2025
(You can listen to the Audio at the Youtube link, and print out the test file from this web page to do the test conveniently)
Part 1 – At local newspaper
Question 1-10
Complete the form below.
Write ONE WORD AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.
Newspaper Photo Reprint Request Form
Example
Newspaper date: March 10th
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Newspaper pages: the 1 ______ Page
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Newspaper story: Student Athlete of the 2 ______
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Photo subject: James 3 ______
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Photo use: 4 ______
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Image type: 5 ______
Size: Regular
Quantity: Three
Price: 6 ______
Processing option: 7 ______
Payment type: 8 ______
Delivery method: 9 ______
Reading frequency: every 10 ______
Part 2 – Singing in a choir
Questions 11-15
Which choir does each of the following statements apply to?
Write the correct letter, A, B or C, next to questions 11–15
A Mitchelstown Choir
B The Blackvale Male Voice Choir
C The Caroline Singers
Statements
11 They specialise in a particular type of music
12 They organise social events
13 They have recently won a competition
14 They have recently recorded their first CD
15 They participate in charity events
Questions 16-20
Choose the
correct letter, A, B or C
16 Elizabeth Arnold thinks people join a choir at work because it gives them a chance to
A have a break from work.
B improve their singing.
C make business contacts.
17 How does a company benefit from setting up a choir?
A improved relationships between co-workers
B less sick leave taken by employees
C increased commitment to the company
18 How many members does the John White choir have?
A 5
B 12
C 19
19 When do the choir have their rehearsals?
A before work
B at lunch-time
C after work
20 How does the company support the choir
A by providing concert clothes
B by funding social events
C by paying for singing classes
Part 3 – Postgraduate research
Choose the correct letter, A, B or C
21. In the context of Lisa’s research project, Dr. Harris suggests she should?
A. re-think the focus of her research
B. be prepared to be flexible
C. narrow the scope
22. Which topic area does Dr. Harris advise Lisa to avoid investigating?
A. pre-schools
B. nur series
C. child-minders
23. The main reason why Lisa wants to film very young children is
A. to watch how they play
B. to look at their relationships
C. to study their language
24. According to Dr. Harris, how might the arrival of a new baby affect a family?
A. other children may feel jealous
B. parents may be put under pressure
C. sufficient support may not be available
25. Dr. Harris agrees with Lisa that she needs to find out about
A. legal constraints
B. family considerations
C. medical circumstances
Questions 26-30
What features are identical for each of the following textbooks?
Choose FIVE answers from the box and write the correct letter from A–G next to questions 26–30.
Features
A. global coverage but sometimes inaccurate
B. interesting but rather unrealistic
C. practical and full of thoughtful tips
D. up-to-date with an international approach
E. wide ranging but poorly organized
F. good value despite some omissions
G. extremely costly but comprehensive
Textbooks
C. Worldwide Healthcare Policies
D. Supporting Vulnerable Families
E. Health Visitors and Child Protection
F. The Future of Health Visiting
G. Resources for Health Visitors
Part 4 – Nano technology
Question 31-40
Complete the notes below.
Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.
Nanotechnology and Its Applications
About Nanotechnology
- It is a study on the scale of nanometre
- The development in nanotechnology is the result of a new type of 31 ______
- People are worried that nanotech products are 32 ______
Food and household
- The availability of 33 ______ in our diet (e.g. in potatoes) is greatly improved
- The packaging cost 34 ______ is particularly reduced
- Nanotechnology can increase the 35 ______ of food
- Nanotechnology can be used to make new types of furniture
Agriculture
- The efficiency of 36 ______ is increased
Health and medicine
- Nanotubes allow more 37 ______ to enter veins
- As the most popular material, 38 ______ is used to kill bacteria
- Nanotechnology is also helpful in 39 ______ loss program
Cosmetic
- Nanoparticles protect skin from the 40 ______ and help to improve the ability against ageing
- Nanotechnology helps to deliver effective elements to the skin
Keys & Transcript
Part 1 – At local newspaper
Part 2 – Singing in a choir
Part 3 – Postgraduate research
Part 4 – Nano technology
