Radio Western - IELTS Listening Answers & Explanations
From Collins Practice Tests For IELTS 1 Academic Listening Test 1 · Part 2 · Questions 11–20
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Questions 11–13 Multiple Choice (Three Answers)
Choose THREE letters, A-G.
Questions 14–16 Note Completion
Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.
Which THREE radio shows does the presenter recommend Sally listen to?
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Questions 17–18 Multiple Choice (One Answer)
Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.
Questions 19–20 Multiple Choice (Two Answers)
Choose TWO letters, A-E.
Answers & Explanations Summary
| # | Answer | Evidence | Explanation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q11 | — | — | |
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| Q13 | A / E / F | The food was absolutely delicious and the locals we spoke to were really friendly. Shame about the weather, which was an absolute washout, but you can't have everything I suppose. And the kids loved it, so everyone was happy | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript shows the presenter liked the food because it was very tasty and he liked the people because they were kind. He also explains that even though it rained a lot, his children were very happy with the vacation. Answer Explanation: The answer identifies that the presenter liked the meals, the local people he talked to, and the fact that his children had a great time during their trip. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is found where the presenter describes his recent holiday. He uses positive words like 'delicious' and 'friendly' to describe the meals and the local people. He also notes that his children 'loved it', making the trip successful despite the bad weather. He mentions the journey was 'boring' and the weather was a 'washout' (very rainy), which means choices B and D are incorrect. Choice C is not mentioned at all. |
| Q14 | classical music show | We've got a brand new classical music show coming soon and the return of the ever-popular Chris Greene with his show on international folk music | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript shows that the radio station is starting a new show about classical music soon. This is one of the suggestions provided to Sally. Answer Explanation: The answer is one of the three music programs that the host tells Sally she should listen to. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is one of the radio programs mentioned to comfort Sally. Sally is worried that certain music shows might be canceled because of budget cuts. To reassure her, the host explains that they are actually starting a new program for classical music. Recommend means to suggest something or say that it is good. |
| Q15 | international folk music | We've got a brand new classical music show coming soon and the return of the ever-popular Chris Greene with his show on international folk music. And of course there's Carol Whittaker's History of Jazz every Friday night | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript shows the radio host listing three programs to show Sally that they still play many types of music. One of the programs he identifies is a show about folk music from around the world. Answer Explanation: The answer "international folk music" is one of the three music programs that the host tells Sally she can listen to on the radio station. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is "international folk music" because the presenter, Marc, mentions it to help Sally feel better. Sally is worried that special kinds of music (which she calls "niche musical genres") will be canceled. Marc tells her that a popular host named Chris Greene is returning with his show that plays folk music from different countries. |
| Q16 | History of Jazz | We've got a brand new classical music show coming soon and the return of the ever-popular Chris Greene with his show on international folk music. And of course there's Carol Whittaker's History of Jazz every Friday night | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript shows that the radio station is starting or continuing shows about classical, folk, and jazz music to give listeners more variety than just pop music. Answer Explanation: The answer is a radio program about the history of jazz music that the speaker mentions to a listener named Sally. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is one of the three programs Marc (the presenter) recommends to Sally. Sally was worried that the radio station would stop playing 'niche' or special types of music due to cutbacks. To make her feel better, Marc lists three shows: a new classical music show, a show about folk music, and 'History of Jazz'. |
| Q17 | B | John from Leicester writes in to point out that many of our guests on Talk Back and other shows seem to run out of time before they have the chance to finish the interview. 'It happens again and again,' writes John. 'As the programmes draw to a close guests get rushed and many questions go unanswered | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript explains that John feels there is not enough time because guests are in a hurry at the end of the show and leave questions without answers. Answer Explanation: The answer means John is unhappy because speakers on the radio do not have enough time to finish talking or answer all the questions. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is B because John’s letter to the radio station explains that guests often "run out of time." He mentions that when shows are almost over, guests are "rushed" and many "questions go unanswered." This shows that his main problem (objection) is the short amount of time available for discussions. |
| Q18 | C | Why don't you offer some kind of after-show online channel where the guest can continue answering listeners' questions | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript shows John asking why the radio station does not have a special place on the internet where guests can keep talking and answering questions after the main show ends. Answer Explanation: The answer means that the radio station should use the internet to allow guests to keep talking after the regular radio program is finished. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is C because John mentions a problem where guests on the show are rushed and do not have enough time to finish their interviews or answer all the questions. To fix this, he suggests creating an 'online channel' specifically for after the show. In this context, 'online channel' refers to using the internet to extend the conversation beyond the time limits of the live radio broadcast. |
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| Q20 | B / C | Clive would like to see music shows aimed at the older generation and more on problems facing the over-50s in our consumer affairs shows | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript states that Clive wants to hear music for older people and wants to hear about problems for people over 50 in shows about buying things and consumer rights. Answer Explanation: The answer identifies two specific types of content that Clive wants more of: music for older people (B) and consumer issues for older people (C). Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is B and C because the transcript directly mentions Clive's requests for the radio station's schedule. He wants the station to include 'music shows aimed at the older generation' (which matches choice B) and to cover 'problems facing the over-50s in our consumer affairs shows' (which matches choice C). He feels that the current programming focuses too much on younger listeners and wants content that treats the older generation's tastes and problems with more importance. |
Transcript
Hi, you're listening to Marc Ambrose and I'll be with you through to midday on Talk Back, the show where you tell us what you think about Radio Western. I'm sure you've all heard we have a new boss here at Radio Western and she's very keen to get your feedback. Well, you've certainly taken her invitation seriously. We'll be dipping into the postbag for your feedback in just a moment and speaking to a surprise guest or two later in the show.
I must start by saying a big 'thank you' to Tony Marsons - judging by your letters, he did a great job of covering the show last week whilst I was away. Thanks Tony, if you're listening. And thanks for all the emails asking about my holiday. I had a long, rather boring flight home late last night but I must say I had a wonderful time. The food was absolutely delicious and the locals we spoke to were really friendly. Shame about the weather, which was an absolute washout, but you can't have everything I suppose. And the kids loved it, so everyone was happy.
Anyway, on to the first of your letters ... Sally from Liverpool is very concerned about the consequences of the cutbacks we've been experiencing here at Radio Western, in particular whether some of our late-night music shows could be facing the axe. 'We're force-fed a great deal of pop music throughout the day,' writes Sally, 'and some of your listeners look forward to the more niche musical genres you cover in the evening. Are these in danger when you rearrange the schedule?' Not at all Sally. In fact look out for one or two exciting new shows over the coming weeks. We've got a brand new classical music show coming soon and the return of the ever-popular Chris Greene with his show on international folk music. And of course there's Carol Whittaker's History of Jazz every Friday night. Hopefully this will put your mind at rest, Sally.
John from Leicester writes in to point out that many of our guests on Talk Back and other shows seem to run out of time before they have the chance to finish the interview. 'It happens again and again,' writes John. 'As the programmes draw to a close guests get rushed and many questions go unanswered. Why don't you offer some kind of after-show online channel where the guest can continue answering listeners' questions?' I think that's a great idea John. And as you go on to say, if it were recorded, people who don't get the chance to hear the live show could catch up later. We'll certainly pass this one up to management, I'm sure a service like this would go down really well on our website.
Now Clive has a question that will be of interest to all us over-50s fans of Radio Western. Clive wants to know why we don't feature more issues related to this age group and cater more to this group's taste in music. As Clive explains, 'As a regular listener I'm concerned about your age profiling. Presenters seem intent on covering topics that appeal very much to the 30-somethings, which is great for them, but what about people of other ages?' Clive would like to see music shows aimed at the older generation and more on problems facing the over-50s in our consumer affairs shows. Well Clive, we'd certainly hate to think you're feeling excluded from our schedule. What about other listeners? Do you think we're getting it about right or is there room for improvement?