Canoeing - IELTS Listening Answers & Explanations
From Expert on Cambridge IELTS 09 Academic Listening Test 6 · Part 2 · Questions 11–20
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Questions 11–12 Sentence Completion
Complete the sentences below, write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.
- The assembly place is a 11 near Island Lake Recreation Area.
- In order to pull their canoes from inside vans, they use 12.
Questions 13–15 Three Choices
Choose THREE letters, A-F.
Which THREE equipments are required?
Questions 16–20 Table Completion
Complete the table below. Write NO MORE THREE WORDS for each answer.
THE JOY OF CANOEING
| For Fitness | Good to hearts and lungs; build strength and 16.
Not only an upper-body workout, but also a 17 exercise. |
| For Relaxation | Described as 18 for the soul. |
| Encountering Nature | Get close to 19, like deer and birds.
20 by canoe is also enjoyable. |
As a whole, it is an attractive exercise for those who love adventures.
Answers & Explanations Summary
| # | Answer | Evidence | Explanation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q11 | parking shelter | Usually we assemble in a parking shelter near Island Lake Recreation Area | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript explains that the canoeists normally meet up together in a parking shelter close to the recreation lake area. Answer Explanation: The answer means a roofed area for cars where the group meets. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is supported by the speaker Cynthia when she describes how they start canoeing. She mentions that they meet, or "assemble", in a "parking shelter" close to the Island Lake Recreation Area. The sentence asks for the assembly place, which directly matches this location. |
| Q12 | wheels | We pull our canoes from inside vans, lift them from atop cars and trucks by employing wheels to help transport them to the shores of the lake | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript states that the group takes their canoes out of their vehicles and uses wheels to roll and move them to the lake. Answer Explanation: The answer refers to round objects that roll on the ground to move heavy things easily. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is confirmed by Cynthia's explanation of how they move the boats. She explains that after taking the canoes out of vans or lifting them from cars, they use wheels to help roll and carry them to the water. In the text, the phrase "by employing wheels" means "by using wheels". |
| Q13 | — | — | |
| Q14 | — | — | |
| Q15 | B / D / F | You also need a hard helmet to protect yourself against rocks when you fall out of the canoe and believe me that is very likely to happen. Because of this, it's a must for a beginner to wear a wet suit. Oh, bathing suits don't work really. Sometimes a life jacket is a necessity, in case you fall into water and no one else is nearby | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript explains that paddlers need a helmet for safety against rocks, beginners must wear a wet suit instead of a regular bathing suit, and wearing a life jacket is necessary when falling into the water. Answer Explanation: The answer means that three pieces of gear needed for canoeing are a hard helmet (B), a wet suit (D), and a life jacket (F). Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is B, D, and F because Cynthia lists the gear you need after the presenter asks about equipment. She specifically states that you need "a hard helmet" to protect your head, that wearing "a wet suit" is "a must" (essential), and that "a life jacket is a necessity" (required). In contrast, she says she avoids canoes under £500, explains that bathing suits do not work, and mentions rocks as hazards rather than equipment. |
| Q16 | mobility | Besides being a great exercise which is good to heart and lungs, you gain strength and mobility | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript states that canoeing is very healthy for your heart and lungs, and it helps you get stronger and move your body better. Answer Explanation: The answer means the ability to move your body freely, easily, and smoothly. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is supported by the speaker's description of how canoeing improves physical fitness. When explaining the physical benefits, Cynthia mentions that it is beneficial for the heart and lungs, and that a person gains both "strength" and "mobility" from doing it. |
| Q17 | total-body | However, it's not just a workout of upper body, but also a total-body workout if you're doing it correctly | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript explains that canoeing exercises the entire body, rather than only exercising the top part of the body. Answer Explanation: The answer "total-body" means an exercise or activity that trains all parts of the human body, not just one part. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is "total-body" because Cynthia mentions that canoeing trains the entire body when done the right way. In the notes, the phrase "Not only an upper-body workout, but also a... exercise" directly matches her words: "it's not just a workout of upper body, but also a total-body workout". |
| Q18 | the liquid medicine / liquid medicine | I saw it described on a brochure as "liquid medicine for the soul" and that is so accurate | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript shows Cynthia saying that an informational paper (brochure) called canoeing "liquid medicine for the soul," and she agrees that this description fits perfectly. Answer Explanation: The answer means a special liquid that heals or soothes a person's mind and feelings, like medicine heals the body. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is "(the) liquid medicine" because the table asks what canoeing is described as "for the soul" in terms of relaxation. In the transcript, Cynthia Bocci mentions that paddling brings peace and relaxation, and says she saw it called "liquid medicine for the soul" on a brochure. Therefore, "(the) liquid medicine" accurately fills in the blank. |
| Q19 | wildlife | You can sneak up on wildlife. I've been right next to ducks, deer and all kinds of birds | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript explains that when you are in a canoe, you can move quietly and get very close to wild animals, such as deer, ducks, and birds. Answer Explanation: The answer refers to wild animals, birds, and creatures living in nature. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is confirmed by Cynthia's discussion about being close to nature while canoeing. She states that canoeists can sneak up on "wildlife" and gives examples of being right next to ducks, deer, and various birds. Therefore, "wildlife" matches the phrase "Get close to , like deer and birds." |
| Q20 | Camping | I especially enjoy camping by canoe | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript states that the speaker really likes going camping using a canoe. Answer Explanation: The answer means sleeping outdoors in a tent. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is supported by the speaker's statement about what she particularly likes to do on nature trips. She mentions that she "especially enjoy[s] camping by canoe," which matches the table prompt "[Camping] by canoe is also enjoyable." |
Transcript
Presenter: Have you imagined paddling around on a river in small boat? Canoes, which are narrow boats and usually hold one or two people at the most, are particularly well-known for being unstable and turning over in the water. But more and more people enjoy this dangerous sport. Today, Cynthia Bocci, an adult education teacher, and an addict of canoeing as well, will share her experience of canoeing with us. Cynthia, when did you begin this sport?
Cynthia: Well, I started it 6 or 7 years ago and soon I got attracted by the exercise. I have to admit that it brings me great fun. It has become part of life.
Presenter: So, could you describe how you do it?
Cynthia: At first, I think you need some like-minded friends, the friends who share the same interest with you. It's no fun at all if you canoe alone. Usually we assemble in a parking shelter near Island Lake Recreation Area. We pull our canoes from inside vans, lift them from atop cars and trucks by employing wheels to help transport them to the shores of the lake.
Presenter: What equipments do you need for the sport?
Cynthia: Well, first and foremost, a canoe, of course. The price ranges from £300 to £700 depending on the material they're made of. The more you pay, the better you'll get. Personally, I wouldn't look at anything under £500, but that obviously depends on your budget. You also need a hard helmet to protect yourself against rocks when you fall out of the canoe and believe me that is very likely to happen. Because of this, it's a must for a beginner to wear a wet suit. Oh, bathing suits don't work really. Sometimes a life jacket is a necessity, in case you fall into water and no one else is nearby.
Presenter: Maybe many can't understand your passion for the dangerous sport. Do you think it's all worth it?
Cynthia: Absolutely! I just love it. It's exciting; it's exhilarating, yet it's peaceful and it's calm. You can work as hard as you want to or you can take it easy. In addition to having fun, canoeing offers a workout without realizing you're working out. Besides being a great exercise which is good to heart and lungs, you gain strength and mobility. You build strength not only by paddling, but also from lifting and carrying your canoes, and exercise your mobility. Frankly, I never had upper body strength until I started canoeing. Now I can pick my canoe up and carry it on my shoulder with no problem. However, it's not just a workout of upper body, but also a total-body workout if you're doing it correctly. It's a great calorie burner.
And more important to me, paddling isn't strictly about exercise. It's as much about the peace and relaxation that comes from being out on the water. I saw it described on a brochure as "liquid medicine for the soul" and that is so accurate. It allows you to take a mental break from your ordinary routine. It's a lot of fun and you meet a lot of great people. We connect on the waterways by responding to e-mails invitations, posting on websites and club announcements.
Also, it's a great way to get an up-close view of nature. You can sneak up on wildlife. I've been right next to ducks, deer and all kinds of birds. You just get a different view than you can get on land. I especially enjoy camping by canoe. It's like backpacking without having to carry a pack on your pack. You can put everything you need in the hatches of the canoe. Have you experienced this kind of camping?
Well, whatever you say about this sport. It's never dull. I think on one level it's a serious activity and you can become a real champion but it's a small group who take it that far. But for most it's a fantastic sport for anyone who likes adventure.