Oyster Bay Sailing Club Course Registration - IELTS Listening Answers & Explanations
From Cambridge IELTS 21 Academic Listening Test 1 · Part 1 · Questions 1–10
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Questions 1–6 Table Completion
Complete the table below.
Write ONE WORD AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.
| Name of course | What you learn | Cost | Other information |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taster day | introduction to sailing | £120 if booking one place | small groups (max 1 people) |
| Level 1 | basic theory e.g. understanding the 2 and tides
basic sailing skills including 3 information |
£200
4 available for club members all inclusive (plus a useful 5 ) |
a 6 at the end of the course for all participants |
Questions 7–10 Note Completion
Complete the notes below.
Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.
General information
- Participants must be able to swim.
- Bring suitable clothing, a 7 and toiletries (e.g. shampoo).
- There is a 8 at the club.
- Online training 9 are recommended.
- 10 are available for course participants.
Answers & Explanations Summary
| # | Answer | Evidence | Explanation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 10 / ten | You'd be in a small group, usually about eight people but no more than ten - and everyone's always very friendly | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript shows that the group size for beginners is small. Even though eight people is the common size, the maximum number they allow is ten. Answer Explanation: The answer 10 (or "ten") means the highest number of people allowed in a single Taster Day group is ten. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is derived from the woman's description of the Taster Day group size. She states that the groups are small. While they typically have eight people, she specifies that they have "no more than ten." In the table, the word "max" is a synonym for the phrase "no more than," showing that ten is the upper limit for participants. |
| Q2 | weather | So you learn about things like the weather, which is obviously really important and also the tides, as well as learning basic sailing skills | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript says that during the course, you study different topics like the weather and how the ocean's water level changes (tides), in addition to practicing how to sail. Answer Explanation: The answer "weather" means the conditions outside, such as whether it is windy, rainy, or sunny, which is important for people to know when they are sailing. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is "weather" because the woman explains that the Level 1 course teaches both ideas ("theory") and activities ("practical skills"). In the lesson part, she specifically mentions that students learn about the weather and the tides together, as these are both very important for sailing safely. |
| Q3 | safety | He or she will make sure you understand everything you need to know about safety | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript says that the teacher will help the students learn all the important rules for staying safe on the boat. Answer Explanation: The answer 'safety' means the rules and ways to stay okay and not get hurt while you are on a boat. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is 'safety' because the woman explains that during the Level 1 course, a teacher (instructor) will go out on the boat with you. This person will teach you all the important things you must know to stay away from danger while sailing. Keywords like 'understand everything you need to know' point to 'safety' as the specific topic being taught. |
| Q4 | discount | £200. But it's a bit cheaper if you decide to join the club. There's a discount for members | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript shows that while the normal price is £200, joining the club makes the course cheaper because members get a special lower price called a discount. Answer Explanation: The answer is it a lower price you pay when you are a part of a specific group, in this case, the sailing club. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is based on the woman's explanation about the Level 1 course. After saying the price is £200, she explains that people can pay less if they join the club. She uses the word "discount" to describe this lower price for members. In many businesses, a "discount" is a way to make things "cheaper" for loyal customers or members. |
| Q5 | dictionary | Yes, everything's included and you also get a really good dictionary explaining all the sailing terminology | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript confirms that the course fee covers everything and that students are given a book (a dictionary) to help them learn the special language and names used in sailing. Answer Explanation: The answer is a book that explains meanings of words, which students on the Level 1 course receive to help them understand sailing terms. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is dictionary because the woman states that besides the cost covering all essential items, participants also receive a 'really good dictionary' specifically for explaining 'sailing terminology' (special words used in sailing). This matches the table's note about an 'all inclusive' cost that comes with a 'useful' item. |
| Q6 | certificate | And on completion of the course you get a certificate | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript states that when you finish all the lessons in the Level 1 course, you are given a document to show you did it. Answer Explanation: The answer "certificate" refers to an official piece of paper you receive to prove that you successfully finished a course. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is "certificate" because the woman explains that students receive this document after finishing the Level 1 course. She says that once you have this, you will be prepared for the harder Level 2 course. Other keywords related to this are "completion," which means finishing something, and "move on," which means going to the next step. |
| Q7 | towel | MAN: And a towel? WOMAN: Yes definitely | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript shows the man asking if he needs to bring a towel, and the woman confirms that he should definitely bring one. Answer Explanation: The answer "towel" is a large piece of cloth you use to dry your body after you get wet or take a shower. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is "towel" because when the man asks if he should bring one, the woman says "definitely." This shows it is one of the items he needs to provide for himself, along with the clothes (swimming trunks and trainers) and toiletries (shampoo) mentioned in the conversation. |
| Q8 | café / cafe | MAN: OK. What about food and drink? Do I need to bring that or is there a café at the club? WOMAN: Yes, you can get sandwiches, cakes and snacks there | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript shows the man asking if there is a café since he is wondering about food and drink. The woman confirms it exists by saying 'Yes' and telling him what types of food are sold there. Answer Explanation: The answer is a café, which is a place where people can go to buy things to eat and drink like snacks and sandwiches. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is 'café' because the man asks if the club has a place to buy food or if he needs to bring his own. The woman says 'Yes' and describes the snacks and sandwiches he can find there. Keywords such as 'food', 'drink', and 'snacks' help identify that he is talking about a café. |
| Q9 | videos | I recommend you watch some videos we use for training. They're available online. I can send you the link. They'll give you an idea of what to expect | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript shows the woman suggesting that the man look at some training recordings on the internet so he can see what he will learn in the class. Answer Explanation: The answer is videos, which are recordings people can watch on the internet to learn how to do something. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is videos because the woman advises the man to watch specific training recordings available on the internet (online) before he starts his Level 1 course. This helps him prepare. Important keywords to look for are 'recommend' (which means to suggest) and 'online'. |
| Q10 | Lockers | I'm just wondering if there are lockers for people to use? WOMAN: Yes, there are plenty in the changing rooms | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript shows the man asking if there are boxes to lock his items in. The woman says 'yes', and explains that there are many of them located in the changing rooms. Answer Explanation: The answer 'Lockers' refers to small, secure storage boxes with keys where you can leave your expensive or important belongings while you are busy. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is confirmed at the end of the conversation when the man asks for a place to put his 'valuables' (expensive items) because he is cycling. The woman answers that there are 'plenty' of lockers to use. This matches the sentence in the notes which says they are 'available' for participants. |
Transcript
WOMAN: Hello, Oyster Bay Sailing Club. How can I help you?
MAN: Oh hi. I'd like to find out about sailing courses for beginners.
WOMAN: No problem. Is it for yourself?
MAN: Yes. I had a look online but I'm not sure which course would be best.
WOMAN: OK. Well you might be interested in our Taster Days?
MAN: Possibly.
WOMAN: So these are for people who've never sailed before - it's basically an introduction to sailing to find out whether you enjoy it and want to carry on with it.
MAN: And how much is that?
WOMAN: It's £120 for the day - but it's reduced to £110 each if there are two of you.
MAN: No, it would just be me.
WOMAN: Oh that's fine. You'd be in a small group, usually about eight people but no more than ten - and everyone's always very friendly.
MAN: Uh huh. And are there any other suitable courses?
WOMAN: The other option is the Level 1 course. These are two-day weekend courses and we run those all year round.
MAN: OK. And what do you learn on that course?
WOMAN: This is a mix of theory and practical skills. So you learn about things like the weather, which is obviously really important and also the tides, as well as learning basic sailing skills. You go out into the harbour in special training dinghies for beginners, two people in each dinghy and an instructor. He or she will make sure you understand everything you need to know about safety.
MAN: It sounds like hard work!
WOMAN: Yes, but you'll have a lot of fun too.
MAN: And the cost of that one is ... ?
WOMAN: £200. But it's a bit cheaper if you decide to join the club. There's a discount for members.
MAN: Well, I'm not sure about that yet.
WOMAN: You've got plenty of time to decide.
MAN: And does the cost include everything?
WOMAN: Yes, everything's included and you also get a really good dictionary explaining all the sailing terminology. A lot of people struggle with this at first. It's got lots of pictures, so I'm sure you'd find it really helpful. And on completion of the course you get a certificate. Then you're ready to move on to the Level 2 course.
MAN: Sounds good.
WOMAN: I think that's all the info you need for now. Just a couple of general things. For example, it's really important that you know how to swim.
MAN: Yes, I'm pretty confident in the water.
WOMAN: Great. The other thing I should tell you is that we provide wetsuits and life jackets but you need to bring swimming trunks and some old trainers.
MAN: And a towel?
WOMAN: Yes definitely. And you might want to bring your own toiletries, things like shampoo.
MAN: OK. What about food and drink? Do I need to bring that or is there a café at the club?
WOMAN: Yes, you can get sandwiches, cakes and snacks there. The food's pretty reasonable.
MAN: OK good. Well I think I'm interested in the Level 1 course. But I know absolutely nothing about sailing so is there anything I can do to prepare myself a bit?
WOMAN: I recommend you watch some videos we use for training. They're available online. I can send you the link. They'll give you an idea of what to expect.
MAN: Perfect, thanks. That would be very helpful. Oh and just one other thing - I'll be cycling to the club and will need somewhere to put valuables. I'm just wondering if there are lockers for people to use?
WOMAN: Yes, there are plenty in the changing rooms.
MAN: Great. OK well could you book me onto...