Camber’s Theme Park - IELTS Listening Answers & Explanations
From IELTS Practice Test Plus 3 Academic Listening Test 7 · Part 2 · Questions 11–20
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Questions 11–16 Multiple Choice (One Answer)
Choose the correct answer, A, B or C.
Questions 17–20 Matching
What special conditions apply to the following rides?
Choose FOUR answers from the box and write the correct letter, A-F.
A. Must be over a certain age
B. Must use special safety equipment
C. Must avoid it if they have health problems
D. Must wear a particular type of clothing
E. Must be over a certain height
F. Must be accompanied by an adult if under 16
Answers & Explanations Summary
| # | Answer | Evidence | Explanation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q11 | C | Like them, we have a variety of exciting rides for people of all ages, but Cambus also places strong emphasis on the educational experience for its visitors—not boring facts, but lots of interactive exhibits | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript explains that Cambus is like other parks because it has rides for everyone. However, it is different because it cares a lot about learning. It uses fun, hands-on activities instead of just sharing boring facts. Answer Explanation: The answer means that Cambus Park is special because it focuses on teaching visitors new things while they have fun. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is C because the speaker says that while other parks have rides for all ages, Cambus is different because it puts a 'strong emphasis on the educational experience'. This means they want visitors to learn, and they do this with 'interactive exhibits' which are machines or displays that people can play with to learn something. |
| Q12 | B | The park was set up in 1997 by the Cambus family, but then taken over by new owners in 2004, who have maintained the original vision of the Cambuses | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript says that the Cambus family started the company in 1997. Later, in 2004, a different group of people began to run it. Answer Explanation: The answer is the year 1997. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is 1997 because the speaker says the park was "set up" in that year. In this context, "set up" means to start or establish a business for the first time. Although the park changed owners in 2004, its history began in 1997. |
| Q13 | A | Cambus has over 45 different rides, exhibits, and arcades. All but one of these is free once you’ve paid your entrance fee. We charge a small fee for our newest ride to reduce the length of the queues. You don’t pay anything for parking | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript states that “all but one” of the rides and exhibits are free after paying the entry fee, meaning most of them are included. It also confirms that parking is free because you “don’t pay anything” for it. Answer Explanation: The answer explains that the ticket price includes nearly every ride and also covers the cost of parking your car. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is A because the narrator says that almost every attraction (“all but one”) is free for visitors who have paid to enter. Since one ride has an extra fee, we cannot say “all rides” are included. Additionally, the narrator clearly states that parking is free (“don’t pay anything for parking”). Together, this means the entrance fee covers most rides and the parking. |
| Q14 | A | if you live locally, why not join our Adventurers Club, which entitles you to 50% off ticket prices all year round, and a special lane for all rides and exhibits, which means you don’t have to wait to get into any part of the park | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript explains that members receive a special path or 'lane' for attractions, which allows them to enter any part of the park without waiting in a regular line. Answer Explanation: The answer means that club members do not have to stand in line for a long time to enjoy the park's attractions. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is A because the speaker states that club members are given a 'special lane' to use for any ride or show. This benefit exists so that members 'don’t have to wait' to enter. In English, waiting in a line is often called 'queuing', so having a special lane helps members avoid queuing. |
| Q15 | C | The emphasis is on getting near to the animals. All of them can be petted, and you can buy food for feeding the animals | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript says the most important part of the Future Farm is being near the animals. It explains that visitors can touch (pet) and feed the animals. Answer Explanation: The answer is that the Future Farm area wants people to be near the animals. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is C because the speaker says the farm focuses on letting people get "near" to the animals. In English, the word "near" means the same thing as "close." The park also lets people "pet" (touch) the animals and feed them, which shows that the visitors are encouraged to be right next to the animals. |
| Q16 | B | And hot food is available most of the day in the Hungry Horse Cafe from 11:00 until 5:00, just half an hour before closing time | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript confirms that at the Hungry Horse Cafe, hot food can be purchased starting at 11:00 and ending at 5:00. Answer Explanation: The answer means that you can buy warm meals starting at 11:00 a.m. and ending at 5:00 p.m. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is B because the presenter explains the different times for food. While the whole park is open from 10:00 to 5:30, warm meals (hot food) are only sold during a specific window of time inside the Hungry Horse Cafe. That window is from 11:00 until 5:00. You should pay attention to keywords like 'hot food' and 'available' when listening for the times. |
| Q17 | F | Children under eight can go on this ride, but all under 16s must have an adult with them | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript explains that kids even younger than eight can ride, but if a person is under 16, they cannot go alone and need a grown-up to go along with them. Answer Explanation: The answer means that children who are younger than 16 years old are required to have a grown-up with them if they want to go on this ride. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is F because the transcript specifically mentions the age limit for going on the ride alone. It says that while young children are allowed, anyone under 16 must have an adult with them. The keywords to notice here are 'under 16s' and 'must have an adult with them', which matches the description in choice F: 'Must be accompanied by an adult if under 16'. |
| Q18 | B | Carriages have comfortable seating for up to eight people with safety belts for each passenger, which must be worn at all times | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript says that the seats on the ride have belts for every person, and everyone must use them while they are on the ride. Answer Explanation: The answer means that people using this ride must wear a special tool, like a belt, to keep them safe. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is B because the speaker explains that every seat in this ride has a safety belt. They also explicitly state that these belts must be used at all times while the ride is moving. "Safety belts" are a type of "safety equipment," which matches answer choice B. The speaker also mentions it is safe for all health conditions and ages, ruling out other options. |
| Q19 | D | One of the best established and most popular of Cambus’s rides is the Massive Swoop Slide. Whiz down the polished vertical slide, nine meters in height, and scream to your heart’s content! There are no age or height restrictions. Be careful, though; you must have on long trousers so you won’t get any speed burns | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript says that even though there are no rules about a person's age or height for the Swoop Slide, people must wear long pants (trousers) so the speed does not burn their skin. Answer Explanation: The answer means that visitors must wear a specific kind of clothes, like long pants, to use this ride. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is D because the presenter says that riders on the Swoop Slide 'must have on long trousers' to stay safe. In English, 'trousers' are a 'particular type of clothing,' and the word 'must' indicates it is a requirement. This matches choice D perfectly. |
| Q20 | E | All riders must be above 1.2 meters because they have to be able to reach the pedals, even in the shared karts | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript explains that everyone using the go-karts must be taller than 1.2 meters so that their feet can reach the controls (pedals) of the vehicle. Answer Explanation: The answer E means that there is a minimum height required for people who want to use the go-karts. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is E because the park rule says that all riders must be "above 1.2 meters." 1.2 meters is a height measurement. The park has this rule to make sure everyone can "reach the pedals" to drive the kart safely. Therefore, being over a certain height is a mandatory condition. |
Transcript
Narrator: Test 7, Section 2. You will hear a podcast on Cambus Theme Park. Now you have some time to look at questions 11 to 16. Now listen and answer questions 11 to 16.
Presenter: Welcome to Cambus Park podcast. In the next few minutes, I’ll tell you a little about the park and the amazing things we have to offer. We like to think that Cambus offers more than other theme parks. Like them, we have a variety of exciting rides for people of all ages, but Cambus also places strong emphasis on the educational experience for its visitors—not boring facts, but lots of interactive exhibits. Although it’s mainly an outdoor experience, we do have some indoor activities if the weather gets too dreadful.
The park’s got a lovely well-established feel, set in 80 acres of beautiful countryside, about three miles south of the tourist resort of Dalchester. The park was set up in 1997 by the Cambus family, but then taken over by new owners in 2004, who have maintained the original vision of the Cambuses. It has lots of old trees, hundreds of flower beds, and a gorgeous lake.
Cambus has over 45 different rides, exhibits, and arcades. All but one of these is free once you’ve paid your entrance fee. We charge a small fee for our newest ride to reduce the length of the queues. You don’t pay anything for parking. A family ticket, for a family of four, works out at about eight pounds per person, which is amazing value. Full details of current prices are shown on our website, along with full details of rides, etc., and directions for getting to us.
We also have a number of special offers. For example, if you live locally, why not join our Adventurers Club, which entitles you to 50% off ticket prices all year round, and a special lane for all rides and exhibits, which means you don’t have to wait to get into any part of the park. See the offers tab on the website.
We’ve recently added a number of new exhibits to the park, and we’re particularly proud of our Future Farm zone, which houses over 20 different species of animals, from chipmunks to dairy cows. The emphasis is on getting near to the animals. All of them can be petted, and you can buy food for feeding the animals. Many of our younger visitors say that this is the high point of their visit.
And speaking of food, don’t let the animals have all the fun. We have a total of seven different catering outlets on the site. We’re open 10:00 to 5:30 all year round, and cold drinks and snacks can be bought at any time during opening hours. And hot food is available most of the day in the Hungry Horse Cafe from 11:00 until 5:00, just half an hour before closing time.
Narrator: Now you have some time to look at questions 17 to 20. Now listen and answer questions 17 to 20.
Presenter: Now, we want all our visitors to have an exciting time when they come to the park, but our first priority must be safety. Parents and guardians know their children’s behavior and capabilities, but here at the park, we have set certain conditions for each of the rides to ensure that all visitors get the maximum enjoyment out of the experience and feel secure at all times.
There are four major rides at the park. Our newest ride is the River Adventure, which is designed to reproduce the experience of white-water rafting. No amount of protective clothing would make any difference, so only go on this ride if you’re prepared to get wet. Children under eight can go on this ride, but all under 16s must have an adult with them.
Not all of our rides are designed for thrills and spills. Our Jungle Jim Roller Coaster is a gentler version of the classic loop-the-loop, specially created for whole family enjoyment, from the smallest children to elderly grandparents. Suitable for all levels of disability and health conditions. Carriages have comfortable seating for up to eight people with safety belts for each passenger, which must be worn at all times. Sit back and enjoy the scenery.
One of the best established and most popular of Cambus’s rides is the Massive Swoop Slide. Whiz down the polished vertical slide, nine meters in height, and scream to your heart’s content! There are no age or height restrictions. Be careful, though; you must have on long trousers so you won’t get any speed burns.
And then there’s the famous Zip Go-kart Stadium, with 16 karts: eight for single drivers and eight for kids preferring to ride along with Mom, Dad, or carer. Take part in high-speed races in our specially designed Formula 1-style karts, but no bumping other karts, please. All riders must be above 1.2 meters because they have to be able to reach the pedals, even in the shared karts. Full details of all safety features are available on our website at www.cambuspark.com. So come and make a day of it at Cambus Theme Park!
Narrator: That is the end of section 2. You now have half a minute to check your answers.