Tourism In Mining Community - IELTS Listening Answers & Explanations
From IELTS Recent Actual Test 4 Academic Listening Test 6 · Part 2 · Questions 11–20
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Questions 11–15 Multiple Choice (One Answer)
Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.
Questions 16–20 Map Labeling
Label the map below.
Write the correct letter, A-I, next to Questions 16-20.
Answers & Explanations Summary
| # | Answer | Evidence | Explanation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q11 | C | The helmets are offered in all sizes so choose a suitable one | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript explains that the safety hats are provided in every size, so visitors can pick the right one for themselves. Answer Explanation: The answer means that the protective hats come in many different sizes, so everyone can find one that fits their head. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is supported by the speaker's statement that helmets are available in every size. The speaker also mentions that visitors do not need to pay a deposit (money kept as a guarantee) and that they can remove their hard hats in certain areas like the museum, which makes the other options incorrect. |
| Q12 | A | So, when you go in or out of the mine, please pay attention to the road for it has just been repaired because of the rough surface, and can be really slippery since it's still wet | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript warns visitors to be careful because the road leading in and out of the mine is slippery and wet. It also notes that the road was recently fixed because the surface used to be rough. Answer Explanation: The answer means that the surface of the path outside is not dry at this moment. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is A because the speaker explicitly states that the road 'is still wet' and 'can be really slippery.' While the speaker mentions the road was 'rough' and 'was repaired,' these describe past conditions or actions that have already finished. Therefore, the most accurate description of the current situation for visitors is that the road has water on it. |
| Q13 | A | All areas are clearly posted with signs, but if you have problems travelling around or climbing up and down, you can turn to the staff here and we are happy to help | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript explains that signs are everywhere, but if a person has trouble moving or climbing, they should talk to the workers for help. Answer Explanation: The answer means that visitors who find it hard to move or climb can get assistance from the staff. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is A because the speaker explicitly states that if visitors have trouble moving around or going up and down, the staff are available to provide assistance. The phrase 'problems travelling around or climbing up and down' is a synonym for 'difficulty in going up and down', and the instruction to 'turn to the staff here and we are happy to help' directly corresponds to being able to 'ask for help'. |
| Q14 | A | But you have to bear one thing in mind that smoking is forbidden throughout the whole community, though you can take phones and of course use them | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript explains that there is one rule to remember: smoking is banned (forbidden) in every part of the area, but you are allowed to have and use your mobile phones. Answer Explanation: The answer is smoking. In simple words, people are not allowed to smoke anywhere in this place. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is A because the transcript explicitly states that smoking is forbidden, which means it is not allowed, throughout the whole community. In contrast, the speaker mentions that visitors are allowed to bring and use their phones. |
| Q15 | B | The underground tunnel is now being refurbished and only relevant workers can access it | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript says that because the tunnel is being fixed, only specific staff members are allowed to enter. This confirms that the tunnel is not open to everyone. Answer Explanation: The answer means that entry to the tunnels is restricted to only certain people. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is B because the guide explains the tunnels are being repaired. Because of this work, only the employees who actually work there are allowed to enter. The use of the word 'only' shows that the general public cannot go in, which means that the access is limited. |
| Q16 | D | We have a famous mill which is used for making and processing materials such as steel and coal. To visit it, just go straight ahead north along the path in front of you and you'll find it at the end of the path | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript explains that the mill is found by walking straight north from the current location until you reach the end of the path. Answer Explanation: The answer is the letter D, which marks the location of the mill on the map. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is determined by following the directions given at the reception block. The guide tells visitors to walk straight ahead toward the north. According to the speaker, the mill is located at the very end of that northern path. Therefore, letter D, which is at the end of the path going north from the starting point, represents the mill. |
| Q17 | I | To the west, there is a museum. Pass the shop around the crossroads, and it is just located at the west end of the road | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript explains that the museum is located in the west direction. It mentions that after passing a shop at an intersection (crossroads), the museum sits at the very end of that road. Answer Explanation: The answer I represents the location of the museum on the map. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is I because the speaker provides specific directions starting from the orientation points. By heading west and moving past the shop located near the crossroads, visitors will find the museum at the far west end of that path. |
| Q18 | H | If you are interested in the laboratory where scientific experiments, analyses and research are carried out, it is situated at the southern part of the park, opposite of the shop | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript explains that the laboratory is located in the south area of the park and is positioned across from the shop. Answer Explanation: The answer is H, which represents the location of the laboratory on the map. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is H because the guide describes its location using two main clues: the direction and its position relative to another building. The guide states that the laboratory is in the 'southern part' (the bottom area of a map) and 'opposite of the shop' (across from the shop). By following these directions on the map, H is the specific spot that fits. |
| Q19 | G | I assume by this time you'll all need some rest and refreshments, so we have an excellent café which caters for delicious food and beverages at the other side of the road next to the shop | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript explains that the café is a place to get food and drinks and is located right next to the shop, on the opposite side of the road. Answer Explanation: The answer G is the letter on the map that points to the location of the Café. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is G because the speaker gives directions to the café by relating it to the shop. To find the café, one must look near the shop, specifically on the other side of the road that runs next to it. Since the shop is near the crossroads on the west side of the park, look for the spot marked G in that same area. |
| Q20 | E | Further east there is a path leading to the northern part of the park, and at the end of it is the toilet | Excerpt/Transcript Explanation: The transcript explains that if you go further to the east side, you will find a path that goes toward the north, and the toilet is at the end of that path. Answer Explanation: The answer is E, which is the spot on the map where the toilet is located. Reason For Correctness: The correct answer is E because the speaker describes the path to the toilet starting from a point further east. They explain that a path goes toward the northern section of the park, and the toilet is situated at the very end of that specific path. |
Transcript
Hello, I'm delighted to welcome you to our Mining Community, and very pleased that you're interested in the ores and pits of this area. I think you'll be pleasantly surprised with your special experience here. Now, let me start by giving you some warnings on safety rules and regulations.
Rule number one: always wear safety equipment. There is a litany of safety equipment that mining workers use for their protection, from helmets to safety glasses and gloves. It is essential that all workers wear the necessary safety equipment at all times. There have been countless stories of workers being saved by helmets, which are the hard hats that you can see on the shelf beside you. So visitors wearing helmets is mandatory in the mining area, although you are free to take them off when you are in the mining museum and picnic area. You won't need to pay any deposit though you should return them to the counter once you finish the visit. The helmets are offered in all sizes so choose a suitable one.
All right. Our mining Community is currently being refurbished for some of the main area. So please make a note of that and you'll know what to look out for. So, when you go in or out of the mine, please pay attention to the road for it has just been repaired because of the rough surface, and can be really slippery since it's still wet. The history and process of tin mining are complicated and involve a lot of special words, but here you will see how it was and still is done. After a short 5-10 minute walk, visitors can track round a numbered route with clear explanations. Most of the tour is in the open air, so nice weather helps. All areas are clearly posted with signs, but if you have problems travelling around or climbing up and down, you can turn to the staff here and we are happy to help. If you are interested, Blue Hills Tin Stream is a working water-powered tin streaming mill that gives visitors a very clear idea of how difficult it is to get tin out of rock. I hope you'll enjoy the informative indoor presentation and this self-guided tour. But you have to bear one thing in mind that smoking is forbidden throughout the whole community, though you can take phones and of course use them. You'll also be surprised that there will be more than just one place to go in the mine. The underground tunnel is now being refurbished and only relevant workers can access it. But it will soon be all finished and I believe it's a lovely place for you to explore around. Don't forget to wear protective clothing—it's mandatory.
Now, let's start by seeing where you can go. As you can see on our map in the brochure I've given you, we are here, at the reception block. We have a famous mill which is used for making and processing materials such as steel and coal. To visit it, just go straight ahead north along the path in front of you and you'll find it at the end of the path.
Now towards the east, go along the path from our starting point. Turn left at the corner and then turn right. There is a car park at the east end of the lane. To the west, there is a museum. Pass the shop around the crossroads, and it is just located at the west end of the road. And by the way, the shop is specialised in selling a variety of ore-related souvenirs, including keyrings, postcards, tin-made Lewis Chessmen, and even Roman Soldiers which are made from beautiful pyrite.
If you are interested in the laboratory where scientific experiments, analyses and research are carried out, it is situated at the southern part of the park, opposite of the shop. I bet you'll be happy to hear that this laboratory is also used for gold and crystal refinement. So don't miss this one for the sake of it.
I assume by this time you'll all need some rest and refreshments, so we have an excellent café which caters for delicious food and beverages at the other side of the road next to the shop. Of course if you want to spend some time in the fresh air, we have a perfect picnic area which is just right and northeast of the reception block. Further east there is a path leading to the northern part of the park, and at the end of it is the toilet.
Now most of the visitors would choose to use the mailbox and send the beautiful postcards to their friends. To reach it, just...