Table of Contents
Unit 1. Form/note completion 2
Unit 2. Sentence completion 26
Unit 3: Table completion 37 Unit 4: Map labeling 50
Unit 5: Flow chart completion 62
PRE FOUNDATION – KEY FOR TEXTBOOK IELTS LISTENING
Unit 1. Form/note completion II. Các b c làm bài ướ Check-up 1 B c 1 ướ Xác đ nh sốố l ị ng t ượ ừ
NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER B c 2 ướ Lo i tạ cầần điềần ừ (2) person name (3) number/ street name (4) number & letter (5) noun (a vehicle) (6) noun (meal) (7) date/month B c 3 ướ Nghe và tìm đáp án Khoanh tròn đáp án đúng: (1) C. Double-king-sized bed (2) B. Edward Francis (3) A. 23, Cypress (4) B. CB3 9NF (5) C. taxi (6) B. breakfast 1 (7) A. Friday 16th April B c 4 ướ Ki m tra đáp án ể Question Tapescript (1)
Receptionist: Silver Tulip Hotel. Good afternoon. How can I help you? C. Double-
Edward: Ah, yes. Good afternoon. I'd like to book a room for next Friday. king-sized
Receptionist: Certainly, sir. How many nights will you be staying? bed Edward: Just one, please.
Receptionist: And would you like a single or double room? Edward: A double room. please.
Receptionist: A double room. And would you like twin beds or a king-sized bed?
Edward: A king-sized bed. please.
Receptionist: Let me see. Yes, we do have a double room available for next Friday.
Would you like me to book it for you? Edward: Yes, please. (2)
Receptionist: Could I have your name, please? B. Edward
Edward: Yes, it's Edward Francis. Francis
Receptionist: Is that F-R-A-N-C-E-S?
Edward: No. It's F-R-A-N-C-I-S. Receptionist: F-R-A-N-C-I-S? Edward: Yes. That's right. (3)
Receptionist: And your home address please, sir. A. 23,
Edward: Yes, it's 23, Cypress Avenue, Cambridge Cypress
Receptionist: Is that C-Y-P-R-U-S?
Edward: No. C-Y-P-R-E-S-S. Like the tree. (4)
Receptionist: Oh, I see. And your postcode is? B. CB3 9NF Edward: CB3 9NF.
Receptionist: And it's for just one night? Edward: Yes, that's right. (5)
Receptionist: We can reserve a parking space for you. Are you coming by car? 2 C. taxi
Edward: Actually, I'll be taking a taxi from the station. (6)
Receptionist: That's fine. And one last question: would you like dinner and B. breakfast? breakfast
Edward: No dinner, thank you. But I'd like breakfast. (7)
Receptionist: Just breakfast. So, to confirm. You're arriving on Friday 16th April and
leaving on Saturday 17th. That's one night in a double room with a king-sized bed A. Friday 16th April with breakfast.
Edward: That's right. Thank you very much III. M o làm bài ẹ Áp d ng m ụ o đốối v ẹ i bài check ớ -up 1 M o ẹ 1:
Meals = breakfast & dinner M o
Number of nights = How many nights? ẹ 2:
Name = Could I have your name, please?
Transport = Are you coming by car?
Date of arrival = you’re arriving M o ẹ 3:
Name: Edward F-R-A-N-C-I-S (viềốt d i d ướ ng in hoa) ạ
Address: C-Y-P-R-U-S � C Y P R E S S Check-up 2
1. 3.5 kg/kilogrammes/kilograms 6. scanner and headphones
2. (only) 0.5/nought point five GB/gigabytes 7. £300/three hundred pounds 3. 37.5 cm 8. Bristow 4. 2½ hours 9. 09875 42 33 87 5. wireless 10. 22nd October Questions 1-5 Union Rep:
Hi. I'm Debbie. How can I help? David:
Hi. My name's David. I'm just looking to place an advertisement on the main
Union notice- board to sell a laptop and a few accessories, if that's possible.
Sure. That's not a problem. I take it you are a member of the Students' Union? Union Rep: Yes, I am. 3 David:
Right then. I'll just get a form up and as there is no one around and it looks as if
it's going to be quiet for a while, I'll just type the details straight into the Union Rep: computer for you. Thanks very much.
No problem. Shall we just title it Laptop for Sale? David: Yeah OK. Union Rep: Can you describe it generally? David:
Well, it's in very good condition; in fact it's hardly been used. Union Rep:
Why are you selling it, if I may ask? David
Well, I’ve got another one which is much lighter and I don't really need two. Union Rep:
I see. What weight is the one you are selling? David: It's 3.5 kilogr ammes. ( 1) Union Rep:
That is heavy these days. Can you give more details about the one you want to David: sell? Union Rep:
Right. Mmm, Well, It's an Allegro and it's got all the latest programmes. Okay. What about the memory? David:
The memory is only 0.5 Gigabytes. (2) Union Rep:
And what about the screen size and the other features? David:
Well, mmm the screen is ... let's see, it's ... mmm 37.5cm with a standard size Union Rep:
keyboard and a touch pad, but I've got a cordless mouse that I can put in with it if
necessary.(3) Some people don't like using a touch pad. David:
What about ports or holes for attaching things to the laptop? It's got two ports.
Mmm. More modern laptops have more than two ports for all the extra Union Rep: attachments. David: They do. Let's see wha
t else is important? Oh yeah. The battery lasts for 2 1/2 Union Rep:
hours, which is okay but not enough for long train journeys.(4)
But one thing is that it's not wireless. (5) David: Right. Okay. Not wireless. Questions 6-10
Anything else I can put on the advertisement? Union Rep:
There's a web cam built at the top of the screen and l can throw in a printer, a
scanner and headphones, which I got with it in a special deal. It also comes with
its own case for carrying it around.(6) Actually, the case is quite smart. I'm hoping 4 Union Rep:
these things will help it sell. David:
They should do. Right. I think I've got all that. How much do you want for it?
That I'm not sure about. It's worth about £900-£1000 new.
Yeah, but you won't get that much if it's used and even if it’s in good condition. What about £500? Union Rep:
I doubt if you’d get as much as that. More like £200 or £300. If you look at the
notice board there is one on there which is comparable to yours and it’s not more David: than about £250, I think. Union Rep: As little as that?
I’m afraid so. Shall we say £300? David: Okay put that.(7) Union Rep:
Can I take some contact details for the advert? The name’s David Bristow.(8) B-R-I-S-T-O-W David:
Yes that’s it, and a mobile or email? Union Rep: Both if you want. David: It’s DIB7791@hotmail.com Union Rep: Okay and the mobile? David: That’s 09875 42 33 87.(9) Union Rep:
That’s it. If you send the picture, I’ll add it and print it out and stick it up for you. David:
Okay, I can get that to you today. Union Rep: Right. I’ll type in h ere: Advert placed: the 22 nd October . (10) David:
Fine, and good luck with the sale! Union Rep: Thanks David: Union Rep: David: Union Rep: David: Union Rep: Iv. Luy n t ệ p ậ 5
Exercise 1. Complete the sentences with no more than TWO WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER. 1. Julienne Bailey 2. 0865 701158 3. 113 Evenlode Road 4. 3rd/third Question Tapescript (1)
Receptionist: Silver Tulip Hotel. Good afternoon. How can I help you? C. Double-
Edward: Ah, yes. Good afternoon. I'd like to book a room for next Friday. king-sized
Receptionist: Certainly, sir. How many nights will you be staying? bed Edward: Just one, please.
Receptionist: And would you like a single or double room? Edward: A double room. please.
Receptionist: A double room. And would you like twin beds or a king-sized bed?
Edward: A king sized bed. please.
Receptionist: Let me see. Yes, we do have a double room available for next Friday.
Would you like me to book it for you? Edward: Yes, please. (2)
Receptionist: Could I have your name, please? B. Edward
Edward: Yes, it's Edward Francis. Francis
Receptionist: Is that F-R-A-N-C-E-S?
Edward: No. It's F-R-A-N-C-I-S. Receptionist: F-R-A-N-C-I-S? Edward: Yes. That's right. (3)
Receptionist: And your home address please, sir. A. 23,
Edward: Yes, it's 23, Cypress Avenue, Cambridge Cypress
Receptionist: Is that C-Y-P-R-U-S?
Edward: No. C-Y-P-R-E-S-S. Like the tree. (4)
Receptionist: Oh, I see. And your postcode is? B. CB3 9NF Edward: CB3 9NF. 6
Receptionist: And it's for just one night? Edward: Yes, that's right.
Exercise 2. You are going to hear a woman calling an accommodation agency about an apartment
she wants to rent. Listen and complete the form. Write no more than TWO WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer. 1. Clarice Willard 6. town centre 2. 0192 8734566 7. 350 3. family member 8. bills 4. flat/ apartment 9. 57 Thorney Leys 5. 2/ two 10. email/ e-mail Men
Hello. Good Moves Accommodation Agency. Ben speaking. How can I help? Women
Good morning. I'm calling about an apartment on your website, and was wondering
if I could have some more information. Men
Certainly. Can I take your details before we get started? Women Sure. Men
Right. What’s your name, please? Women
OK, my name is Clarice Willard. Clarice is C-L-A-R-I-C-E. And Willard. W-I-L-L-A-R-D.(1) Men
And have you got a contact number? Women
Yes. I'll give you my mobile, which is 0192 8734566.(2) Men
That's great. Thanks. And can I ask how you found us? Women
Of course. A family member used you last year and recommended you.(3) So, I had a
look at your website and, well. That’s why I'm calling now. Men
OK, so, which property are you interested in? Women
The apartment on Statham Street, the one on the 3rd floor.(4) Men
Let me see. Ah. I'm afraid that flat's no longer available. Women No? Men
No. it went this morning. It's in a really popular part of town. We do have a house
on the same street, if you're interested. It's £950 a month.
Er. No. I think that's much too expensive. I think an apartment is all we can afford. Women 7 Men Oh, so it's not just for you? Women
No. me and a friend.(5) We're both starting work in the town next month. Men
Oh right, so it's two of you. So, let's see. Do you have any preferences in terms of location? Women
Both our jobs are in the town centre, so it would be good to be within walking
distance of that, or perhaps a short bus journey away. Neither of us have a car, so
we’d be relying on public transport. And what’s your budget? I’m sorry? How much can you pay a month? Men
Let me see, er. £700 a month is probably our limit. Each? Women
No, that would be for the both of us. We wouldn't be able to pay more than £350
each. Oh, and that would have to include bills. Not phone bills, obviously, but things Men
like electricity, gas and water. Women
Hmm. OK, well, we do have a place in the Bampton district, which is about ten
minutes by bus from town. It's a two-bedroom apartment, and it's less than your Men
budget, at £600 a month. Bills would be extra, unfortunately, but that should still Women
work out at less than £700. Although remember that electricity and gas prices are
going up all the time, so I can't guarantee that. Do you have an address?
I do. The apartment number is 3, and it's at 57 Thorney Leys Road ...
Hang on. let me just make a note of that. 57 ... Men
Thorney Leys Road. Thorney is T-H-0-R-N-E-Y and Leys is L-E-Y-S. And the district is
called Bampton. Do you have an email address? Yes. Women
In that case, I can send you the details, and then you can think about it. And if
you're interested. I could arrange for a visit so you can see the place for yourself. Men How does that sound? Women
Oh. that would be really helpful. It's clarice_willard@...[fade] Men Women Men 8 Women
Exercise 3. Complete the form below. Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer 1. Geoffrey 2. 19th September 3. 210 4. cash Question Tapescript (1)
Reception: Good afternoon. Royal Mount Hotel. How may I help you? Geoffrey
Customer: Hello ... Er, I'd like to book a twin room, please, for next week.
Reception: One minute, please ... I'll just check if we have one available... Yes, we
do, sir. Now, I just need to take down a few details, if I may. Customer: Yes, of course.
Reception: What name is the booking under?
Customer: My name ... Duncan Geoffrey. That's G-E-0-double F-R-E-Y.
Reception: G-E-O-double F-R-E-Y. Aha. And could I have a contact telephone number, please? Customer: Yes, 5762 23821. (2)
Reception: When will you be arriving, sir? 19th
Customer: Some time on the evening of the nineteenth. September Reception: Of September?
Customer: Yes, and we'll be leaving on the twenty-third. How much will that be in total? (3)
Customer: Yes, and we'll be leaving on the twenty-third. How much will that be in 210 total? 9
Reception: So ... That's a twin room ... For a twin, it would normally be £235, but I
can give you a special rate as it's low season: £210 for the six nights. Customer: Great. Thank you. (4)
Reception: And how would you like to pay, sir? We accept cash, cheque or credit card. cash
Customer: I'll pay cash on arrival, if that's OK.
Reception: Of course, sir. We look forward to seeing you.
Exercise 4: You will hear two people discussing an extramural course. Fill in the information you
hear on the application form below. Write no more than THREE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER. 1. 60202 2. Drama & Theatre 3. McPherson 4. 6 Westway Avenue 5. 6054829 6. teacher 7. 32 8. English Literature 9. Media Studies 10. No Question Tapescript (1)
Steve: Hi, Jenny. What are you doing down here? 60202
Jenny: Oh, hello, Steve. Well, I'm trying to fill in this form, but I'm having a bit of a
struggle as I sprained my wrist playing tennis yesterday. (2)
Steve: Don't worry, I'll do- it for you. Let's have your pen. Right, fire away. Drama &
Jenny: Umm... let's see... I want to do the Drama and Theatre Studies.— I'd like to Theatre
get the certificate. The course number is... er... 60201, no, sorry,... 202. It seems to be on Thursdays at 7:30. (3)
Steve: Yes. Well, we don't have to put all that down. Now, I suppose we can call McPherson you Miss?
Jenny: Don't be funny! And spell my name right.
Steve: Hmm... well, if you will have a name like Jenny McPherson! Let's see, it's M- A-C...
Jenny: No! Big M, small c, no a.
Steve: Right, M-c-P-h-e-r-s-o-n.
Jenny: Yes, OK. And don't forget it's a capital P — McPherson. 10 (4)
Steve: Now, what's your address? 6 Westway
Jenny: Well, I've just moved, so it's 6 Westway Avenue, Longford. Avenue
Steve: Hang on, don't go so fast. 6 Westway Avenue... where? (5) Jenny: Longford. What's next? 6054829
Steve: Your phone number — daytime and evening.
Jenny: Well, I've only got one as we can't have calls at school in the daytime. So
put down the evening one — 6054829. (6)
Steve: 4829... OK... and you're a teacher. How old are you? 29? teacher
Jenny: Hmmm... wish I were. No... 32. Do they want my date of birth? (7) 32 (8)
Steve: No, don't seem to, just age. How about educational qualifications? English
Jenny: Well, I've got a degree in English Literature and a diploma in Media Studies. Literature (9)
Steve: Media Studies... right. Now, have you ever done any of these extramural Media courses before? Studies
Jenny: No, I don't think so, although I did do something on Psychodrama once...
but, no it wasn't extramural, was it? (10) No
Steve: That seems to be it, except for the fee.
Jenny: Yes, well that's the same for all the central courses, I think... £25. I suppose I
have to include it with this form?
Steve: Looks like it. Do you want me to write the cheque out for you?... But, you'll have to sign it...
Exercise 5: Listen to the news report about a robbery, and then complete the notes from the detective’s notebook 1. (shortly after) 11:30 a.m. 2. Edward 3. 25,000 4. 1.8m/ 180cm 5. around 35 6. blue 7. short, curly red or ginger 8. jeans
9. three-quarter-length blue coat 10. Ericson 11. Scottish 12. 1.7m/ 170cm 13. early twenties 14. blue 15. blonde 16. long white raincoat 17. blue or dark blue 18. registration 11 19. broken Presenter
There has been an armed robbery this morning at the Halifax Building Society's
branch in Edward Street.(2) John Brinks is at the scene with Detective Sergeant Henry Lawson.
Detective Sergeant, can you tell us what you know about the robbery? Brinks
Yes, the raid took place this morning shortly after 11:30,(1) when a man Lawson
accompanied by a woman went into the offices of the... er... Building Society and
asked to see the manager. Er... there were no other customers in the building at
the time. They were let into the manager's office, and the woman produced a gun
from her handbag. Then, they took the manager back out of his office and made
him tell the cashiers to hand over all the money they had in the tills and in the
safe. Er... it came to about $25,000.(3)
Presumably, you have a number of witnesses.
Yes, we have a good description of both of them. Er... the man was about one
metre eighty centimetres,(4) around 35 years of age,(5) with blue eyes(6) and short,
curly red or ginger hair.(7) He was wearing jeans,(8) a green sweater, and a three- Brinks
quarter-length blue coat.(9) When he spoke to the cashier when he came in, he
called himself Mr. Ericson,(10) but we doubt whether that is his real name. But we Lawson
do know that may be his real first name. He also spoke with a strong Scottish(11)
accent, which may help us to trace hint And what about the woman?
Now, she is in her early twenties,(13) slim, and quite tall — about one metre seventy
centimetres.(12) She was wearing a long white raincoat(16), which was quite loose-
fitting, and which she didn't take off, and she had a beige handbag, which they
used to hide the gun in. She's got straight, shoulder-length blonde hair,(15) blue
eyes(14) and, like the man, has a noticeable accent. Brinks
Do you have any other information? Lawson
Yes. The car they used was seen by two or three people. It's a blue or dark blue
Ford Escort,(17) and we have the registration number... and it's G595 ERI(18). I'll say
that again, it's G595 ERI. Now, the car was stolen from Bishopstone just over a
week ago, so if anyone has seen it in the last week, we would like to hear from
them. We also know that the car's front left headlight was broken(19) when it was
stolen, and is still broken, we think.
So, you would like information from the public about the car. Brinks
Yes, and the people. We are appealing to anyone who thinks they may recognise Lawson
the two robbers or know anything about the car. We've set up an incident room in
Swindon, and the telephone number is 774529. So, we would like people to ring 12
us if they have any information... cr... and, of course, all calls will be dealt with in the strictest confidence. Thank you very much. Thank you,
And the number again if you have any information is 774529. And now back to the Brinks studio. Lawson Brinks Lawson Brinks
Exercise 6. Complete the form below.
Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer 1. 94635550 4. Monday 2. Clark House 5. Thursday 3. University Drive 6. a/one month Question Tapescript (1)
CLERK: Good morning, ma'am, and welcome to "Australia's Moving Experience"! 94635550 How can I help you?
WOMAN: Well, I... I hope you can help me. I'm so up in the air right now... I...
CLERK: Just calm down, now. Let me guess: you're moving and it has you a little confused.
WOMAN: That's it exactly. You see, I'm relocating to the United States next month
and I'm having a hard time getting organised.
CLERK: Here, fill out your name and address, and let me ask you a few questions. Oh, what should I call you?
WOMAN: My name is Jane, Jane Bond. 13
CLERK: OK, Jane, first of all, what's your work phone number? In case I have any questions about things.
WOMAN: My work phone is 94635550. But please try not to call me too often
there. My boss hates personal calls. (2)
CLERK: So does mine, ma'am, so does mine. And what address should we ship Clark House your things to?
WOMAN: My new company is letting me stay temporarily at 509 Clark House, (3)
that's C-L-A-R-K, 1137 University Drive in Seattle. University Drive (4)
CLERK: Seattle? Beautiful city, I hear. Mountains right beside the ocean, almost. Monday
Cooler than Australia, too. OK, and when should we come pack your things?
WOMAN: I guess that would be on Monday, March 11th. (5)
CLERK: Do you want any help with an after-packing clean-up? We do that for a small additional charge. Thursday
WOMAN: Yes, that would be helpful. I promised the landlord I'd give her the keys
back by 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, the 14th. (6)
CLERK: Great, we'll just schedule the clean-up for that day. That way, the place
will smell clean and there'll be no dust. a/one month
WOMAN: Well, you do think of everything! Oh, how much is this going to cost?
CLERK: Here is a list of our basic prices.
WOMAN: Oh dear, this seems rather expensive!
CLERK: Yes ma'am, but you're paying for the best. We're careful and we're fast.
Like we say, the only thing we break are speed records getting you moved.
WOMAN: Well... maybe that's so... Oh, I nearly forgot to tell you. I don't want my
furniture shipped with me. I won't be looking for an apartment till after I arrive in
America. Would it be possible to put my furniture in storage here for a month, then have it sent along later?
CLERK: Of course, we do that all the time. A couple of other things. Here at "A
Moving Experience", we try to pack your things logically. We don't just throw stuff in boxes.
Exercise 7: Question 1 – 10 1. every other week 4. helpline@blackcat.com 7. Central Park 14 2. Peter Wisrough 5. BS97PU 8. metal 3. 168 Bridge Road 6. yellow 9. magazines 10. Savvy Woman Hello, how may I help you? Man
Well, I've been seeing these yellow boxes in front of a lot of houses in my
neighborhood. I just wondered what they were for. I noticed your phone number
on all of them, so I called. Could you tell me about your business? Woman
We do do recycling, but we're not a business. Gaea's Guardians is a non-profit
group. We encourage recycling as a way of protecting the environment. Man
I don't know. I mean it is a good idea. But I really don't read the newspaper every day or anything. Woman
And we don't come collect newspaper every day! In fact, we only do pickups every other week.(1)
Oh, well then maybe I could help. I mean in my neighborhood, there's too much
rubbish lying around everywhere. I'd like to help out, I guess.
That's great, sir. You're doing the right thing. OK, I need to get your contact Man
information. What is your name, please? Peter Wisrough.(2)
Peter... How do you spell your last name? W-l-S-R-O-W?
No, actually it's W-I-S-R-O-U-G-H. Woman
Oh, I'm sorry. I'm a terrible speller.
You're a good speller. It's just that my family are terrible pronouncers! Man
You're quite a card, Peter! OK, now what's your address? Woman
No. 168 Bridge Road.(3) That's here in London. How about if I have any questions? Man
I'm sending you a copy of our booklet, too. The booklet has our phone number
and our e-mail address, helpline®black cat.com
,(4) that's H-E-L-P-L-I-N-E at B-L-A-C- Woman
K-C-A-T dot com. But I nearly forgot to ask, what's your postcode? Man BS97PU.(5) Woman PS97BU? Man
No. That's b as in "boy"-s-9-7-p as in "peter"-u. ----------------------------
So, I'm guessing those yellow boxes I saw arc for recycled newspapers? 15 Woman
Yes, that is correct, and it's free of charge.(6)
Wow, that's good news! Do you recycle anything besides newspaper?
Oh yes, we recycle most everything. Glass, plastic, paper...
Oh, so I can put like glass and plastic bottles in the box?
Sorry again. Things like that you have to bring to our collection centre. Man And where is that? Woman
Our main centre isn't that far from you. It's actually right on the East Side of Central Park.(7) Man That new blue building? That's the one! Man
Cool. Hey, what's with all those different coloured boxes outside that place?
Oh, that's for the different materials we recycle. The blue is for metal,(8) the green Woman
is for glass and plastics, and the yellow of course is for paper. Man
Hm, okay. I'll try and manage to keep all that straight. Woman
Oh, no need, they're each labelled. Man
Great. So which one would I put magazines in?
Actually, they don't go in any of the bins. Unfortunately, magazines(9)can't be Woman
recycled because of the material they're made of. It's such a waste. So would you Man be interested in volunteering?
Um, I'll think about it. Could you send me some more info? Woman
Absolutely. Along with the newspaper box, i'll be sending you our booklet,
"Savvy",(10) that is S-A-double V-Y. It tells you about what you can do to protect the
environment in your daily life. Plus it lists things you can do as a volunteer with Man our group. Woman Hey, that's cool, thanks! Man
My pleasure. Do you have any other questions or concerns? Nope, that's it! Woman Man Woman Man 16 Woman Man Woman Man Woman Man Exercise 8: 1. Bueno
5. August – September/ August to September
2. September 12th, 1985/ Sept 12 1985/ 6. flat 09/12/85 7. IB316 3. Spain 8. m.bueno@gmail.com 4. photography Question Tapescript (1)
Hello, this is the Oxford Orientation Summer Course booking office. How can I help you? Bueno
I'd like to book a place on a summer course this summer.
Certainly, let me take some details and then I'll reserve a place for you. What is your full name? It's Maria Bueno. So that's Maria Beno - BENO? No, actually it's BUENO. (2) When were you born? 17 September
I was born on September 12th, 1985. 12th, 1985/ Sept 12 1985/ 09/12/85 (3)
And which country do you come from? Spain I'm from Spain. (4)
Well, we've got two different courses this summer. We've got the orientation for
art history and museums and also one for photography. Which one would you photography like to book for? The latter, please. (5)
And is that just the one place for the photography course? August – Yes, that's right. September/
The course you're interested in runs twice this summer, from June to July and August to
again from August to September. Which one suits you best? September
I think the August to September. (6) flat
That's fine. Just a few more details and then we're done. The accommodation we
offer on the course is all shared so you can choose from a shared room, a shared flat or a shared house.
Oh definitely not the shared room. I'd prefer the shared flat if you have one. (7) IB316
OK. What I need now are your flight details and also your email address.
Well, I'm coming on Iberia Lines flight IB316 arriving on July 29th. And my email (8) address is m.bueno@gmail.com. m.bueno@gm
Well, that's you booked then for a summer course starting in August. Is there ail.com
anything else I can do for you?
No, that's all. If you could just email me confirmation of my booking, that's would be great. I will do. Thank you. Goodbye.
V. Bài t p vềề nhà ậ Exercise 1: 1. Wallace 5. Work 18 2. 14 Rose Hill 6. 5.30 3. OX13 3NJ 7. Saturday May 4. 0872 344 9162 Question Tapescript (1) A = Advisor, C = Caller Wallace
A: Good morning. International Book Fair ticket office. How can I help?
C: Oh, hello, I'd like to book some tickets for the fair, please. And I have a few
questions about the event as well, if that's OK.
A: Certainly. Well. Let’s deal with the tickets first. Er, can I just take your details first? C: Sure.
A: Let's start with your name and address.
C: OK, it's Wallace. Angus Wallace.
A: Could you spell your surname for me, please?
C: Of course. It's W-A-L-L-A-C-E.
A: Sorry. Was that one L or two? C: Two, er, double L. (2) A: Thanks, and your address? 14 Rose Hill C: OK, that's 14 Rose Hill.
A: 14, Rose Hill. Is that 'rose', like the flower?
C: That's right, and it's in Wallington. (3)
A: Oh. I know Wallington. It’s just outside Oxford, isn't it? 0X13 3NJ
C: That's right. And the postcode is 0X13 3NJ. A: 0X30, 3MJ C: No. and it's N f 0X13, or November, not M for Mike. (4)
A: Sorry. 0X13 3NJ. Thank you. Do you have a contact number? 0872 344 C: I do. It's 0872 344 9162. 9162 A: 0872 344 9162. (5)
C: Right. That's my home number. If I'm not in, I can be contacted at work, on 19 Work
0872 298 1191. I'm usually there from 9 in the morning until 5.30 in the evening. (6) 5.30 (7)
A: And how many tickets would you like? Saturday May
C: Two, please. For the Saturday. A: Two for Saturday May 7th. C: That's right. Exercise 2: 1. two structures 6. low hill 2. 90,000 7. unusual shape 3. beams 8. moving 4. 423 million 9. (magical) forest 5. distance 10. coloured light
Good morning, everyone. Today, as part of our 21st century architecture series. I'm going to tell
you a bit about a remarkable structure which I'm sure you're all familiar with, the stadium that
was built for the 2008 Olympics in Beijing.
OK. Let’s start with a few background details. The stadium was designed by Herzog and de
Meuron, a firm of architects from Switzerland. They studied Chinese ceramics, er. Plates, cups and
bowls, to get inspiration. The stadium is actually two structures,(1) which are completely separate
from each other. In the middle there's the seating area, which was originally designed for 100.000
spectators, but this had to be reduced to 90,000.(2) Around this area is the frame, which is made of
110.000 tons of steel in horizontal beams(3)and vertical columns. The architects wanted the roof to
open and close, but they changed it because it could have been dangerous if there was an
earthquake. The big advantage of changing it was that it reduced the cost by several million
dollars. Although the building still came to an incredible $423 million.(4)
So. What makes this stadium such an amazing building? Let's start with the general impression it
creates. For this, the best place to look at it is from a distance.(5) Why from a distance? Well. That’s
where you'll really get an impression of what it looks like and how big it is. You'll also notice how it
really stands out in its surroundings. This is not just because of its size - and it is big -but also
because it stands on a low hill(6) which helps make it higher than any other buildings in the area.
Then there's its unusual shape,(7) which has helped to give it its nickname of the Bird's Nest. The
unusual shape of the stadium also does something else. You see, if you stare at it for long enough. 20