Compton Park Runners Club - IELTS Listening Answers & Explanations
From Cambridge IELTS 19 Academic Listening Test 4 · Part 2 · Questions 11–20
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Questions
Questions 11–12 Multiple Choice (Two Answers)
Choose TWO letters, A-E.
Questions 13–14 Multiple Choice (Two Answers)
Choose TWO letters, A-E.
Questions 15–18 Matching
What reason prevented each of the following members of the Compton Park Runners Club from joining until recently?
Write the correct letter, A, B, or C.
Reasons
A. a lack of confidence
B. a dislike of running
C. a lack of time
Club members
Questions 19–20 Multiple Choice (One Answer)
Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.
Answers & Explanations Summary
| # | Answer | Evidence | Explanation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q11 | — | — | |
| Q12 | C / E | However, they don’t work for everyone-especially if you suffer from something like a heart condition or asthma, because they’re aimed at people with average fitness and running ability. Another thing is that everyone is different- and if you have any specific questions related to your needs, there’s no one to provide any answers. |
Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript talks about how some training programs are not good for everyone. They are not suitable for people who have health problems, like a heart condition or asthma. These programs are made for people who are fit and can run well. Also, it mentions that everyone is different and if someone has specific questions about their needs, there is no one to help provide answers. Answer Explanation: The answer C and E means that the problems with training programs are that they are not good for people with health issues (C) and that there is not enough individual help for people (E). Reason For Correctness: The correct answer C and E is true because the transcript says that the programs are not suitable for people with health issues like heart problems or asthma, and it also says there is no individual help for people's specific needs. |
| Q13 | — | — | |
| Q14 | A / D | I don’t think the time of day is especially important- some people are better in the evening, while others are morning people- but you need to be consistent, so aim to train regularly- twice a week is enough to begin with. Listening to music can be very helpful- it takes your mind off things and helps your body get into a rhythm. |
Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript says that the time of day you run is not very important. Some people feel better running in the morning, while others feel better in the evening. It is important to be consistent and train regularly, so running two times a week is a good start. Also, listening to music while you run can help you feel better and help you keep a good rhythm. Answer Explanation: The answer says that Liz recommends running two times a week (A) and listening to music during runs (D). Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is A and D because the transcript talks about running twice a week as a good way to start training and mentions that listening to music while running can be helpful. |
| Q15 | A | Ceri, for example, joined the club two years ago at the age of 40. She’d always enjoyed running at school but wasn’t sure if she’d be able to do it. She was worried about being left behind and being the slowest runner. | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript says that Ceri joined the club two years ago when she was 40 years old. She liked running when she was in school, but she was not sure if she could run well now. She was afraid that she would be very slow and that others would run faster than her. Answer Explanation: The answer is A, which means Ceri had a lack of confidence. This means she did not believe that she could run well. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is A because Ceri was worried about being left behind and not being able to keep up with other runners. This shows she did not have enough confidence in her running abilities. |
| Q16 | B | James had always hated the idea of running but a friend encouraged him to come along for a taster session and he hasn’t looked back. He never misses a training session despite having a really demanding job | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript says that James did not like running before. He thought running was a bad idea, but a friend told him to try it. Now, he likes running and always goes to practice, even though his job takes up a lot of his time. Answer Explanation: The answer is B, which means James did not like running. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is B because the transcript explains that James always hated running before he tried it with his friend. This shows that his dislike for running was the reason he did not join the running club earlier. |
| Q17 | C | Leo was worried about having to commit himself to training sessions every week and wasn’t sure he’d be able to fit training into his busy schedule. | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript says that Leo was worried about having to go to training every week. He thought he might not be able to find time for it because he is very busy. Answer Explanation: The answer is C, which means Leo's reason for not joining before was a lack of time. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is C because Leo's concern is about not having enough time in his busy schedule to commit to training. This matches with the reason given. |
| Q18 | A | Mark is quite typical of our new members. He’s never considered himself to be a sporty person and it was only when he retired that he decided to take up the challenge of trying to run 5 kilometres. It took him months to find the courage to contact us but felt reassured immediately as there were other people his age who were only just taking up running for the first time. | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript talks about Mark, who is a new member of the running club. He did not think he was sporty before. After he stopped working (retired), he wanted to try running 5 kilometers. It took him a long time to feel brave enough to contact the club, but when he did, he felt better because there were other older people who were also new to running. Answer Explanation: The answer is 'A', which means he had a lack of confidence. This shows that Mark was unsure about himself and did not feel like a sporty person. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is 'A' because the transcript explains that Mark took a long time to find the courage to reach out to the running club. This means he did not have confidence in himself to join before. |
| Q19 | C | I managed to complete it in four hours, but I felt like giving up halfway through -it was only the support of the spectators that kept me going. | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript says that Liz finished her marathon in four hours. However, she felt like quitting when she was halfway done. The support from the people watching helped her continue. Answer Explanation: The answer says 'C', which means Liz nearly gave up before she finished her marathon. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is 'C' because the transcript clearly says that Liz felt like giving up halfway through the marathon. |
| Q20 | B | But after you’ve been training for a few weeks, it’s worth putting your name down for a 5K- some people find they only need a few practice runs before taking part in a race, but I’d give yourself a couple of months at least. | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript says that after training for a little while, new runners might want to sign up for a 5K race. Some people might only need a few practice runs, but it is better to give yourself a couple of months to prepare. Answer Explanation: The answer says that new runners should sign up for a race within a few weeks of taking up running. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is B because the transcript suggests that it is okay to register for a race after you have been training for a few weeks, which is similar to the idea of a few weeks after starting to run. |
Transcript
My name’s Liz Fuller and I’m a running coach with Compton Park Runners Club.
Welcome to my podcast. If you’re thinking about taking up running – I’m here to help.
There are many training programmes available online which aim to help people build up to running 5 kilometres. Some of them are great and thousands of people of all ages are taking part in 5-kilometre races across the country as a result. People like them because they’re easy to follow and don’t push them too hard. However, they don’t work for everyone-especially if you suffer from something like a heart condition or asthma, because they’re aimed at people with average fitness and running ability. Another thing is that everyone is different- and if you have any specific questions related to your needs, there’s no one to provide any answers.
I have a couple of simple tips I always give to new runners. I expect you’ve been told to run very slowly until your fitness increases – well, I find that can prevent progress. You should run at a speed that feels comfortable, but time yourself and try to run a bit faster each time. Listening to music can be very helpful- it takes your mind off things and helps your body get into a rhythm. I’d say that is better than running with a friend – especially as most people are competitive and that’s not what you want when you’re just starting. I don’t think the time of day is especially important- some people are better in the evening, while others are morning people- but you need to be consistent, so aim to train regularly- twice a week is enough to begin with.
New members often say to me that they’ve been put off running either because they lack confidence, or they don’t have time, or they think they dislike running. Ceri, for example, joined the club two years ago at the age of 40. She’d always enjoyed running at school but wasn’t sure if she’d be able to do it. She was worried about being left behind and being the slowest runner. But she says she was made to feel so welcome she soon forgot all about that.
James had always hated the idea of running but a friend encouraged him to come along for a taster session and he hasn’t looked back. He never misses a training session despite having a really demanding job.
Leo was worried about having to commit himself to training sessions every week and wasn’t sure he’d be able to fit training into his busy schedule. But after experiencing a lot of stress at work he came along to us and gave it a go. Now he says he feels much more relaxed and he looks forward to his weekly run.
Mark is quite typical of our new members. He’s never considered himself to be a sporty person and it was only when he retired that he decided to take up the challenge of trying to run 5 kilometres. It took him months to find the courage to contact us but felt reassured immediately as there were other people his age who were only just taking up running for the first time.
My own journey hasn’t been easy. I did my first marathon when I was 37, after having had two kids. My husband had been running marathons for years, but I never dreamed I ’d be doing one with him. I managed to complete it in four hours, but I felt like giving up halfway through -it was only the support of the spectators that kept me going.
I do think signing up for a race of whatever length is motivating – whether it’s 5K or 25K – because it’s good to have something to work towards and it gives you a sense of achievement. I did my first 10K after only six months, which was certainly very challenging and not something I ’d necessarily recommend. But after you’ve been training for a few weeks, it’s worth putting your name down for a 5K- some people find they only need a few practice runs before taking part in a race, but I’d give yourself a couple of months at least.
Well, I hope that’s given . . .