100% found this document useful (3 votes)
3K views

FCE Practice Tests Listenings

Uploaded by

Marta
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as PDF or read online on Scribd
100% found this document useful (3 votes)
3K views

FCE Practice Tests Listenings

Uploaded by

Marta
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as PDF or read online on Scribd
You are on page 1/ 72
Listening First Ten practice tests for the Cambridge B2 First (F Transcripts 4 (GZ Answer keys (GZ Audio download (GF Exam-styled tests Cambridge B2 First Listening Part 1 Test 1 Audio track: FCE_Listening_1_1.mp3 You will hear people speaking in eight different situations. For questions 1-8, select the best answer A, B, or C. Read the question carefully before playing the audio. In the exam, you will have the opportunity to listen to each recording twice. 1 You hear two people talking about the college canteen. How do they disagree? A. The quality of the food B_ The price of the coffee C The friendliness of the staff 2 You hear a woman talking about life skills. Where does she think the most valuable lessons are learned? A Athome B Atuniversity C Playing sports 3 You hear an announcement at the airport. What problem is being explained? ‘A Longer queues than usual B Departing flights will be delayed C Arriving flights will be delayed 4 You hear a woman presenting on a TV show. What is she talking about? A Where to buy a present B_ Howto make a cake © Howto shop for food £6 2018 Prospenty Education - USE OF ENGUSH, CAMBRIDGE 82 FIRST ond FCE oe rods be ‘Comtxidge ond are not asccoted with Prosper Educoton ots opps, FCE Academ 6 —————— Cambridge B2 First Listening Cont. Test 1 stening_1_1.mp3 5 You hear two students talking about a teacher. How does the boy feel? A. Heis really keen to impress the teacher B_Heis worried the teacher doesn't like him © He doesn't have confidence in the teacher 6 You hear a football commentary on the radio. What is the reporter doing? A Describing how he felt about the match B Appreciating some of the players’ skills during the match C Explaining why the match was cancelled 7 You overhear two friends who have just been to the cinema. What do they agree on? A The cinemas still the best form of entertainment B_ The entrance fee is too high C The movie was fantastic 8 You hear a man speaking on a telephone. What is he trying to do? A Buy a ticket for the train B Book a holiday © Complain about something Py of 8 Prosperty Education - USE OFENGUSH, CAMBR ‘Conbicge ardor not oxcciatd wit Frospery ‘ond FCE oe brads belonging 0 The Choncelor, Masters ond Scholrs ofthe Unters of nor opps FCE Acncemy FCE Academy ining ond FCE Academy for choo 7 Cambridge B2 First Listening Part 2 Test 1 Audio track: FCE_ jening_1_2.mp3 You will hear Dom Marcus, a professional actor, talking about his career. For questions 9-18, complete the sentence with a word or short phrase (a maximum of three words). Read the question carefully before playing the audio. In the exam, you will have the opportunity to listen to each recording twice. The activity he was most interested in at school was 9 |. Itwas whena 10 | visited the school that he first became interested in acting. He found 11 | the most challenging thing at drama college. Dom got his lucky break working on a 12 | for dog food. Social events are important for 13 | and really help to get new jobs. An actor must be prepared for 14 | and rejection. Sometimes he has to reject work because he is 15 |to accept it. His daughter helps him to understand 16 | so that he can use it effectively. Dom's least favourite type of work is acting in 17 | , due to the repetitive and slow- moving nature of the production process. Dom says a young actor must know his or her [ 18 gto The Chancellor, Masters ond Scholars ofthe Univ dey lstering ond FCE Academy fr schools {© 2018 Prospenty Education - USE OF ENGIISH, CAMBRI ‘Cambridge ond arent cxacitd wth Prosper Cambridge B2 First Listening Part 3 Test 1 Audio track: FCE_Listening_1_3.mp3 You will hear five different people talking about their student days. For questions 19-23, select from the list (A-H) what each person speaks about. There are three extra statements which you do not have to use. Read the question carefully before playing the audio. In the exam, you will have the opportunity to listen to each recording twice. Which person speaks about: A hating the late night parties Speaker 1 19 B finding it hard to focus at first Speaker 2 20 © being older than the other students Speaker 3 24 D_ becoming aware of the wider world Speaker 4 22 E__ithelping them to make important changes Speaker 5 23 F getting into trouble for cheating G missing the support of their family H struggling financially 6 Prosar Edvcaon - USE OF ENGUSH, CAMBER Combicige andor nt asccatd wih rospery Ec nd FCE or bonds belonging 0 The Chancellor, Mars ond Scholars othe Unvorty of ors opps FOE Academy FCE Acodemy isening ond FCE Academy for chook 9 Cambridge B2 First Listening Part 4 Test 1 Audio track: FCE_Listening_1_4.mp3 You will hear an interview with a man called Raymond Osman, who works as a chiropractor in Madrid. For questions 24-30, select the best answer A, B, or C. Read the question carefully before playing the audio. In the exam, you will have the opportunity to listen to each recording twice. 24 How do Raymond's parents feel about him becoming a chiropractor? A. Surprised B_ Proud © Ashamed 25. Onliving in Spain, Raymond says: A. He misses England more than his wife does. B_ His wife misses England more than he does. His parents want him to move to Barcelona. 26 Raymond lives in Spain because: A. there is a high demand for his services there B_ his parents live there C his wife is Spanish 27 Which aspect of his job does Raymond enjoy the most? A. Studying new techniques B_ Rehabilitating professional athletes C Speaking at conferences Eduction - USE OF ENGLISH, CAMBRIDGE 82 ARST and FCE a ge cd reno ssciced wih Property Education ors app, FC my Uisening ond FCE Academy fr shoal 10 Choncllo, Moses and Scholars of he Urs 20 Cambridge B2 First Listening Part 4 Cont. Test 1 Audio track: FCE_Listening_1_4.mp3 28 He believes most people suffer health problems because: A. they don't address problems early enough B they eat badly they don't exercise 29 An unexpected feature of his job is: A. the regularity of his working week B_ the ability to choose his own hours € the contact with the public 30 In the long term he hopes to: A become financially independent B_ own his own practice C open his own chiropractic training school = Prospaty Education - USE OF ENGUSH, CAMBRIDGE 82 F8ST and FC are nds belonging fo The Chancel, Mates ond Scholars of the Unis of Cambridge and are ro csscicted wih Prospory Education ors opps, FCE Academy FCE Academy stning and FCE Academy fr schools " Cambridge B2 First Listening Part 1 Test 2 Audio track: FCE_Listening_2_1.mp3 You will hear people speaking in eight different situations. For questions 1-8, select the best answer A, B, or C. Read the question carefully before playing the audio. In the exam, you will have the opportunity to listen to each recording twice. 1 You hear an urban-planning consultant talking about children's playgrounds in cities. What does she say about them? ‘A Not enough importance is given to them by city councils B_ Safety standards have fallen C They only benefit children 2 You hear a man talking about being a teenager. What does he say about the experience? A He had aterrible time B He would never want to be a teenager again C Itwas a wonderful time 3 You hear two people talking about the local bus service. What do they say about it? A It's cheaper than the train B It's punctual C It's quick 4 You hear someone making an announcement about a TV schedule. What do they say? A The normal programme will be shown an hour later B This week's edition of Country Kitchen Time' will not be shown © ‘Country Kitchen Time’ will be shown on the internet instead © 2018 Fospariy Education - USE OF ENGUSH, CAMBRIDGE 82 FIRST and FCE ae bonds balonging 10 The Charcllo, Maser ond Scholos ofthe Uni ‘Conbikige ond ar aot esc wth rosperty Education ort opps, ICE Academy FCE Acadeny Lisenng and FCE Academy for school 16 Cambridge B2 First Listening Part 1 Cont. Test 2 Audio track: FCE_Listening_2_1.mp3 5 You hear two pupils discussing their recent exam results. What do they agree on? A The class should make a complaint about the teacher B_ The exam contained material they had never seen before C The exam was much more difficult than expected 6 You hear a PE teacher speaking. What does he say about Sports? A. The amount of sport played in schools should decrease B__Noteveryone enjoys sport C Sport is good for your mental abilities as well as your physical health 7 Youhear a painter talking about a photography course she went on. What does she say about it? A She didn't expect to enjoy it so much B_ She has a new respect for photography C itwas a waste of time 8 You hear a women talking about having just run a marathon. How does she say she feels? A Excited about the future B Amazed by how much support she received C Disappointed not to have won set - USE OF ENGUSH, CAMBEIDGE B2 FIRST and FCE are bends along to The Choneal, Mair ond Schoo ofthe University of 1 and arena exocited with rospanty Education or apps, FCE Academy FCE Academy tering and FCF Academy fr schools v Cambridge B2 First Listening Part 2 Test 2 Audio track: FCE_Listening_2_2.mp3 You will hear Mary Jones talking about a language course she went on. For questions 9-18, complete the sentence with a word or short phrase (a maximum of three words). Read the question carefully before playing the audio. In the exam, you will have the opportunity to listen to each recording twice. ‘She found out about the course from her 9 who was a former student on the course. The course took place in 10 | and lasted for three months. On the first day all the new students attended a welcome 11 | in the language school. Mary immediately made friends with Jill on the first day and they became 12 |. Mary decided to have classes which took place in the 13 | from Monday to Friday. For Mary 14 | was the most difficult part of learning the new language. Surprisingly, Mary's favourite thing in Spain was the 15 |, which she enjoyed every day. She attended language exchanges at 16 | and met people from alll over the world. Mary and dill will keep in touch through Facebook and have promised to 17 | every month. Mary has now returned to the UK and has decided to study 18 | at college. © 2018 ProspontyFducoson- USE OF ENGUSH, CAMBIO ‘Canbikige ond at not esciated wih rosary Chanel, Masters and Scholr ofthe Un emy Ising and FCE Acad fr schools. Cambridge B2 First Listening Part 3 Audio track: Audio track: FCE_Listening_2_3.mp3 Test 2 You will hear five different people talking about their relationships with animals. For questions 19-23, select from the list (A-H) what each person says. There are three extra statements which you do not have to use. Read the question carefully before playing the audio. In the exam, you will have the opportunity to listen to each recording twice. Which person: A finds animals entertaining Speaker 1 19 B_ has a problem with animals Speaker 2 20 C eams money training animals Speaker 3. 21 D_ is terrified of a particular animal Speaker 4 22 E works with a particular animal to do a vital job Speaker 5 23 F has experience of working with animals in professional sport G does not believe animals should be domestic pets H__ admits to having an unrealistic image of an animal unk Comthidge ond oe ct xscited wih Posperty 1° re bronds belonging to The Charl, Mass ond Scholar af he Urveny of Academy FCF Academy lening and FCE Acadeny or schook, AAAAAAAAAAADAAAADAADADAADADAAAAAAAAADAAAADAAAADAAAAAADAAAADAAAADAAAADADAAAAAAADAAAAAADAADADAAAADAAAADAAAAAADAAAADAAAADADAADAAAADAAAADADA SAAD ADA DAADA DA DAADADAAAAAAA AAMAS DADAM AAA Cambridge B2 First Listening Part 4 Test 2 Audio track: FCE_Listening_2_4.mp3 You will hear an interview with Colin Tracton, a sports scientist from Upton University. For questions 24-30, select the best answer A, B, or C. Read the question carefully before playing the audio. In the exam, you will have the opportunity to listen to each recording twice. 24 Colin first came to study at Upton University because: A the location was convenient B_ he was attracted by their Track and Field team Che was offered a scholarship 25 His own sports career: A. was plagued by injury B_ was long and distinguished C_ was cut short because of a car crash 26 The theme of his final project during his degree was: A. aninteresting new way to exercise B nutrition C allergies 27 He decided to continue studying: A because he couldn't get a job B__ after winning a prize after gaining exposure on a national TV show ©2018 Prospenty Education - USE OF ENGUSH, CAMBED ‘Combidge andor not asccoted wih rsp nds belonging o The Charl, Moss an Scholars fhe Us} CE Academy Uisning ond FE Acadamy for schools 20 Cambridge B2 First Listening Part 4 Cont. Test 2 Audio track: FCE_Listening_2_4.mp3 28 While giving advice to members of the public during a TV call-in, Colin remembers feeling: A. thathe didn't have all the answers B like a celebrity C really shy. 29 High Intensity Interval Training is a type of exercise: A. that claims to get remarkable results in a much shorter time B_ for lazy people C that you need a trainer for 30 High Intensity Interval Training works by: A tricking your body into feeling stressed B_ targeting the core cardiovascular areas C forcing you to sweat 8 no cxxcite ith ProsprtyEdicaton ort apps, FCE Academy FCE Academy istening ad FCE Aeadmy fr shook, cel, Moses ord Scholars ofthe Unie of Cambridge B2 First Listening Part 4 Test 4 Audio track: FCE_Listening_4_4.mp3 You will hear a radio interview with a street musician called Mike McShane. For questions 24-30, select the best answer A, B, or C. Read the question carefully before playing the audio. In the exam, you will have the opportunity to listen to each recording twice. 24 Buskers eam money from: A. donations from people B ticket sales C teaching 25 Mike got his licence for busking by: A. doing a type of test B_ applying on the internet © asking the police for permission 26 Tobe a busker: A. you need a licence B_ you need to pass the audition C there are no special requirements 27 What did Mike study at Music College? A Guitar B Piano © Singing © 2018 Prspenty Educaton - USE OF ENGUSH, CAMBRIDGE Cambyidge ond oe not zocaed wh Poxpety Edeca .2 brands belonging to The Chancellor, Masts and Scholars fhe Academy FE Academy listening ond FCE Academy fr shook. “0 Cambridge B2 First Listening 4 Part 4 Cont. Test 4 Audio track: FCE_Listening_4_4.mp3 Ke c. Mike became a busker because: a ‘A he was bored of being a teacher B_ he enjoys performing so much C ofthe financial stability To play in the underground system you need to: A. turn up from Friday-Sunday B_ write your name in a book © book your place on the internet The negative aspect of playing with other buskers is: A. They can be very unfriendly. B_ You have to share your earnings. © They can be unreliable. in USE OF ENGUSH, CAMBRIDGE 82 FIRS ard FCE ote bends belonging to The Chancallor, Mavs and Scholars ofthe Unies of cd enc axtcited wth Raspery Education or 8 apps, FCE Acadamy FCE Acadomy Lenin and FCE Acxiemy for choos a Cambridge B2 First Listening Part 1 Test 5 Audio track: FCE_Listening_5_1.mp3 You will hear people speaking in eight different situations. For questions 1-8, select the best answer A, B, or C. Read the question carefully before playing the audio. In the exam, you will have the opportunity to listen to each recording twice. 1 You hear two locals speak about tourists in their town. What do they agree on? A. They both hate tourists B Tourists are good for the economy Tourists need to show more respect 2 You hear a professional soccer player talking about her last match. How does she feel? A. Angry at the referee B Embarrassed about her performance © Lucky to have won 3 Youhear an announcement about public transport. What does it say? A. Maintenance work will affect services for two months B Buses will replace all trains at the station C Anew line is being constructed 4 You hear a travel agent receiving a complaint from a customer over the phone. What was the problem? A The entertainment at the resort B_ The weather © The pool wasn't open © 2018 Prospeiy Edvcton - USE OF ENGUSH, CAMBRIDGE B2 8ST ond FCE ae brands belonging 0 The Charcllr, Mass and Scholar of Camivdge ond eve not asco wih Prospey Edscoton ors opp, FCE Academy FCE Acodomy Usering and FCE Academy for cho 6 Cambridge B2 First Listening Port | Cont. Test 5 Pedic track: FCE_Listening_5_1.mp3 = You hear an answering-machine message. What is the woman saying about the school pick-up today? A She would like to arrange a meeting with someone at the school B Someone else will come in her place C She will collect the kids from school as usual You hear a street musician. Which music does he enjoy playing most? A Classical music B_ Pop music © Rock music 7 You hear someone speaking on the phone. What is wrong with the trousers? A They are too small B_ He doesn't like them © They have shrunk You hear a weather forecast. What will the weather be like tomorrow? A’ Sunny B Wet Cc icy son - USE OF ENGUSH, CAMBRIDGE 82 FST and FE ar bronds belonging to The Chancillr, Mase and Scholars fths Une of 3ge ond ore not associated wih Paspety Education ot pps, FCE Academy FCF Academy ening and FOE Academy for scacl. 4a Cambridge B2 First Listening Part 2 Test 5 Audio track: FCE_Listening_5_2.mp3 You will hear Sebastian, a children’s summer camp director, talking about his job. For questions 9-18, complete the sentence with a word or short phrase (a maximum of three words). Read the question carefully before playing the audio. In the exam, you will have the opportunity to listen to each recording twice. The children who attend the summer camp in July are 9 | to the children who attend the school for the rest of the year. Sebastian's first job with Queen's College was as a 10 | . Sebastian has worked for Queen’s College for 11 | years in total. The most difficult part of his job is 12 He says 13 | is by far the most important aspect of his job. Sebastian jokes that the task of transporting the children to the pool on buses requires 14 Staff use badges and a 15 | to check for children with food allergies. Queen's College is very proud of its 16 Last year one boy showed everyone his - 7 Everyone has a giant 18 | after the Olympics on the last day. (© 2018 Prosparty Education - USE OF ENGIISH, CAMBRI ‘Cambridge andor nt asccated wih Frosperty Eda rig to The Chancellor, Mars ond Scholes ofthe nv FCE Academy iening ond FCE Academy for chook, it Cambridge B2 First Listening Port 3 Test 5 Avdio track: FCE. jening_5_3.mp3 ‘You will hear five different people talking about how they keep fit. For questions 19-23, select from the list (A-H) what each person sys. There are three extra statements which you do not have to ese. Read the question carefully before playing the audio. In the =xam, you will have the opportunity to listen to each recording twice. Which person: A thinks exercising is old-fashioned Speaker 1 19 5 finds the gym too expensive Speaker 2 20 © pays for the gym for the whole year Speaker 3 21 D thinks itis all just a passing trend Speaker 4 22 E doesn't feel they need to exercise Speaker 5 23 F hasa rigid fitness routine G thinks diet is the only consideration H exercises best as part of a team tion ors app, FCE Academy FCE Academy tering and FCE ead for schoo, 0 3 BZ FIRST and FCE are bonds belong to The Choe, Mais ond Scholae fhe Univers of Cambridge B2 First Listening Part 4 Test 5 Audio track: FCE_Listening_5_4.mp3 You will hear an interview with John, a successful barrister, talking about his career. For questions 24-30, select the best answer A, B, or C. Read the question carefully before playing the audio. In the exam, you will have the opportunity to listen to each recording twice. 24 The main reason John became interested in Law was: A his love of history B his teacher the potential financial rewards 25 What were John's first impression of the Law? ‘A He was impressed by its content B_ He was surprised by how difficult it was © There was always a clear right or wrong answer 26 John says getting a good job depends on: A. your training B_ the contacts you make being the brightest candidate 27 John recommends getting to know legal companies by: ‘A looking on the internet B going to the company’s building C Travelling a great deal. (© 2018 Prspenty Edveaton - USE OF ENGUSH, CAMBRIDGE B2 FAST and FCE Caidge ond ae not asocaked wih Pospony Education os as, brands belonging to The Chanel, Masters and Scholrs ofthe Academy FCE Academy Listening and FCT Acadamy fr schools. 50 Cambridge B2 First Listening Part 4 Cont. Test 5 Audio track: FCE_Listening_5_4.mp3 28 John says the ideal way of resolving disputes is: ‘A. by coming to an agreement without going to court B_ incourt by him doing his job properly 28 Which negative aspect of his work does John speak about? A The travelling B Attending conferences © The long working hours 30 What does John enjoy most about his job now? A. The pay B_ The variety C Meeting people son - USE OF ENGUSH, CAMBEIDGE B2 FIRST and FCE ce bond belonging 0 The Chance, Males and Scholars of th Universly of nor not esccatd wih Frospaay Education o opps FCE Academy FCE Academy lining ond FCF Academy for chook. 5 Cambridge B2 First Listening Part 1 Test 6 Audio track: FCE_Listening_6_1.mp3 You will hear people speaking in eight different situations. For questions 1-8, select the best answer A, B, or C. Read the question carefully before playing the audio. In the exam, you will have the opportunity to listen to each recording twice. 1 You hear two customers talking in a hairdressing salon. What style does one recommend? A. Short B Long c Curly 2 You hear a woman talking about the time her son forgot her birthday. What does she say he did to apologise? A He visited her B_ He sent flowers C He arranged a video call 3 You hear a mechanic talking to a customer. What's the problem with the car? A The tyres need to be changed B_ The caris very old € The engine has a problem 4 You hear a nurse talking. Why did she become a nurse? A Her mother was a doctor B_ She needed a job She wanted to work with children (© 2018 Prospeiy Education - USE OF ENGUSH, CAMBRIDGE 82 RST and FOE oe bonds belonging o The Chancallo, Masters ard Scholar of Conbidge and are nat asocatd wth Frospony Education or 0 coder FCE Acadamy Lstering and FCE Academy osc Cambridge B2 First Listening Cont. Audio track: FCE_Listening_6_1.mp3 Part 1 Test 6 5 You hear a bus driver speaking about his job. What's the worst part of the job for him? A. Working alone B_ The pay © Working irregular hours You hear two historians speaking. What are they talking about? A. Ancient Egypt B_ Prehistoric Man Roman culture 7 You hear Tom talking about his boss, Rich. What does he say about him? A Rich’s reactions are difficult to predict B_ Rich often has bad days C_ Rich’s mood affects how he works You hear a woman talking about her wedding. Where is the wedding going to take place? A Ina traditional setting B_Inan exotic location © Somewhere unexpected ty Education ~ USE OF ENGIISH, CAMBRIDGE B2 FIRST ond FCE are brands belonging fo the Chancel, Masts and Scholars of he Uivrsy of Lidge ond oe ro zosted with Posporty Education ort ops, FCE Acodemy FCE Academy ling end FCE Academy for shools sr Cambridge B2 First Listening Part 2 Test 6 Audio track: FCE_Listening_6_2.mp3 You will hear Rob Baxendale talking about learning to play the cello at the age of 40. For questions 9-18, complete the sentence with a word or short phrase (a maximum of three words). Read the question carefully before playing the audio. In the exam, you will have the opportunity to listen to each recording twice. Rob says that when people start working and having families they often lose their 9 | for the interests they had as youngsters. He felt inspired to start playing again after watching his 10 | play. Rob’s daughter has helped him to 411 | many of the simple tunes he used to know. Learning as an adult, he appreciates how important 12 | is to your playing. Rob's teacher has recently relocated from 13 Rob is able to do around 14 | of homework a week. It takes 15 | hours of practice to become an expert in something. Rob calculated it would take him 16 | years to become an expert at the rate he practises. Rob has most problems with 7 He says learning to 18 | the cell is the most important thing. © 2018 Prospety Educofon- USE OF ENGIUSH, CAMBRIDGE B2 FEST ond FCE ore bron belonging lo The Charl, Mass ond Scholars of Canlsidge on oe nol aor wih Prospey Edcoton aris ops, FCE Academy FCE Acodonyliering and FCE Academy for sch 58 Cambridge B2 First Listening ast 6 Part 3 Test 6 Audio track: FCE_Listening_6_3.mp3 y the You will hear five different people talking about teachers from the ‘their school days. For questions 19-23, select from the list (A-H) three what each person says. There are three extra statements which o. In you do not have to use. Read the question carefully before each playing the audio. In the exam, you will have the opportunity to Ssten to each recording twice. Ss ‘Which person says their teacher: ad A was really cruel to them Speaker 1 19 iped him 8 showed how the skills could be useful in real id Speaker 2 20 es he ‘taught negative stereotypes Speaker 3 21 D taught positive values Speaker 4 22 = Was someone they looked up to Fal of Speaker 5 23 F ignored them become was like a parental figure made them feel embarrassed cation - USE OF ENGUSH, CAMBRIDGE 82 FIRST and ECE are bronds belonging o The Chancel, Moses and Scholars ofthe Unies of oe ond ore rot essocated wth raspy Education or opps FCE Academy FCE Academy lisening ond FCE Academy for shook. 59 Cambridge B2 First Listening Part 4 Test 6 Audio track: FCE_Listening_6_4.mp3 You will hear an interview with a woman called Sarah Mortimer, a body painter. For questions 24-30, select the best answer A, B, or C. Read the question carefully before playing the audio. In the exam, you will have the opportunity to listen to each recording twice. 24. Sarah says she first took up face painting: A at school B_ while at Art College C after watching a documentary on the subject 25 The reason Sarah was particularly interested in face painting during her college years was: A the reactions from the people she painted B_ the financial benefit she could make other people better-looking 26 Sarah started taking body painting seriously when: A. she read an article B she built a website © her husband became a clown 27 Sarah got some top-class tuition in body painting as a result of: A knowing some influential people B_ her university studies © winning a competition (© 2018 Property Edicion - USE OF ENGLSH, CAMBRIDGE 82 FST ond Conde ard or no! aoc with Prosporiy Educat 1 brands belonging o The Chancel, Moses ard Scholl ‘cade FCE Academy litering and FCE Academy for sch Cambridge B2 First Listening Port 4 Cont. Test 6 Asdio track: FCE_Listening_6_4.mp3 28 What impressed the teacher of the masterclass? A’ Sarah’s professionalism B_ Sarah's problem-solving skills C Sarah’s artistic skills 29 Why did Sarah decide to become an Art Therapist? A To help other people B To become a doctor © Tomake more money 30 Sarah says the world of body painting opened up to here when: A. she won a prize B she attended a masterclass C she realised how similar it was to tattooing. Neaton ~ USE OF ENGIISH. CAMBRIDGE 82 FST and FCE are brncs belonging The Choc, Moers ond Schoo olf Ue of a9 ancl ro not esciled wih rospetyEducaton os apps FE Academy FCE Academy lisenng nd FCE Acodeny fo cone 6 Cambridge B2 First Listening Part 1 Test 7 Audio track: FCE_Listening_7_1.mp3 You will hear people speaking in eight different situations. For questions 1-8, select the best answer A, B, or C. Read the question carefully before playing the audio. In the exam, you will have the opportunity to listen to each recording twice. 1 You hear two writers speaking about a piece of work. How do they feel? A. Disappointed B Satisfied © Anxious 2 You hear a swimmer talking about her career. What does she think she would like to do next? A Nothing connected with sports B Workin the media Train for another competition 3 You hear a man calling his gym about a class. Why is he calling? A To make an appointment B_ To get more information © Tomake a complaint 4 You hear two friends speaking about an app. What do they agree on? A it's useful B_ It's interesting C It's easy to use © 2018 Property Edvcaton - USE OF ENGUSH, CAMBRIDGE 82 Fi Cambridge ond oe not sociated wih Prospeny Education 1 brands belonging The Chancellor, Maser: ond Scholor of cadamy FCE Academy itning and FCE Academy fr cho Cambridge B2 First Listening Part 1 Cont. Test 7 Audio track: FCE_Listening_7_1.mp3 ast 7 For } the 5 You hear a man talking about his job. How does he feel? A_ Enthusiastic B Confused Cc Bored ieel? 6 You hear a woman talking on the phone about an order she has made. What does she say? A The items will arrive today B_ The order needs to be cancelled C The items can be delivered tomorrow she 7 You hear a taxi driver talking to a passenger. What can't the passenger do? A Pick someone up B_ Pay using a credit card Remember where to go 8 You hear two people talking in a supermarket. What do they agree on? A. It’s too expensive B_ The supermarket closes too early © There is a good range of products an? lon - USE OF ENGUISH, CAMBRIDGE 82 FIRST ord FCE cre brands belonging fo The Chancel, Masi ad Scholars of he Univery of 12 andar not esocetd wih Prosper Educoson ors apps, FCE Academy FCE Acodeny ering and FCE Academy ker school oa (© 2018 Property Edvenson - USE OF ENGUISH, CAMBRIDGE 8: Cambridge B2 First Listening Part 2 Test 7 Audio track: FCE_Listening_7_2.mp3 You will hear Duncan, a keen surfer from Sydney in Australia. For questions 9-18, complete the sentence with a word or short phrase (a maximum of three words). Read the question carefully before playing the audio. In the exam, you will have the opportunity to listen to each recording twice. Duncan is happy to fulfil the 9 | ofan Australian surfer. He prefers Manly Beach because it's not as. 10 | as the more famous Bondi Beach. On a Saturday Duncan travels by 11 | to get to Manly Beach. Duncan would not recommend the north end of the beach for 12 | surfers. Everyone should know that 13 | is given to the first surfer to reach a wave. Abandoned surf boards can 14 | other surfers. A ‘tip tide’ is described as a 15 that heads out to sea. Duncan recommends being 16 | before starting surfing. Duncan uses 17 | to help remove old wax from his board. The wax needed for surfboards in Australia is 18 | to the wax needed for surfing in Euro} = brands belonging o The Chancellor, Moses ond Scholar of Academy FCE Academy lisening ond FCE Acad fr sche Cambsidge ond ae not aac wh Prospeny Ecos Cambridge B2 First Listening Port 3 Test 7 Aedio track: FCE_Listening_7_3.mp3 Test 7 ia. For short refully e the ‘fou will hear five different people talking about their experience ef working at a holiday resort. For questions 19-23, select from ‘%e list (A-H) the reason each person gives for doing their hobby. ‘There are three extra statements which you do not have to use. Sead the question carefully before playing the audio. In the =xam, you will have the opportunity to listen to each recording twice. fan ‘Which person says: A they don't enjoy the work at all ach, Speaker 1 19 they love the variety of the job Speaker 2 20 they wouldn't recommend it to anyone Speaker 3 21 they will not be working for the company again Speaker 4 22 ach a - the pay is really good Speaker 5 23 it's a dream come true they met a partner there Its a great step on the career ladder bold P Euro} prota ct & scton-USEOFENGLSH, CAMBRIDGE E2 FS nd FE of and bling The Chonclo, Mo nd Schlasoe Unheayo 1 reno cssociled wih PaspetyEducaton 08 apps, FCF Academy FCE Academy itening ond FCE Academy fr schools cy Cambridge B2 First Listening Part 4 Test 7 Audio track: FCE_Listening_7_4.mp3 You hear an interview with Dave Willis, a teacher at an international school in Malaysia. For questions 24-30, select the best answer A, B, or C. Read the question carefully before playing the audio. In the exam, you will have the opportunity to listen to each recording twice. 24 Dave became unhappy teaching in the UK because: A. of the large amount of paperwork required B_ ofall the planning needed Che was not benefiting the children 25 Fewer teachers would leave the system if: A. the pay was better B policymakers listened to teachers’ advice they weren't idealists 26 When moving to Spain, Dave had problems with: ‘A the distance between the UK and Spain B_ the administration leaving so many friends and family behind 27 In Dave's experience, parents of children in international schools: ‘A have high expectations that their children will do well Bare happier than they were in the UK C complain more than British parents do (© 2018 FrospertyEdveaton - USE OF ENGUSH, CAMBRIDGE B2 CComlscge and or not esocotad wih Prosper te bronds belonging to The Chancellor, Moto: ord cholo codemy FCE Academy lenin and FCE Academy ke 70 Cambridge B2 First Listening Part 4 Cont. Test 7 Audio track: FCE_Listening_7_4.mp3 28 Inthe classroom, more modem schools want students to: A do homework B listen participate 29 Atthe end of the interview, what is Dave unsure about doing in Malaysia? A. settling B_ sending his kids to school © retiring 30 When does Dave think he'll have to decide on his future? A immediately B_ when he gets a bit older C when his children finish school ication ~ USE OF ENGUSH, CAMBRIDGE 82 FIRST ond FCE are brands belonging to The Chancelor, Mars and Scholars ofthe Univers of ge and eno czacied wth PosporyEdvcaton a opps, FCE Academy FCE Academy Isening ond FCE Academy for school, n 6.2018 Prosper Education - USE OF ENGUSH, CAMBRIDGE 82 FRST ‘Cambridge ond cre not onal with Prosperity Edecoron Cambridge B2 First Listening Part 1 Test 8 Audio track: FCE_Listening_8_1.mp3 You will hear people speaking in eight different situations. For questions 1-8, select the best answer A, B, or C. Read the question carefully before playing the audio. In the exam, you will have the opportunity to listen to each recording twice. 1 You hear a woman talking about her weekend. What did she do? A She had a party B She went camping C She played sports 2 You hear aman describing yesterday's meeting. How did his boss behave? A unusually B_ helpfully C aggressively 3 You hear two people discussing the weather. How is the weather going to be tomorrow, according to the forecast? A Raining B_ Freezing c Sunny 4 You hear two students talking. What is the problem? A. The bus did not come B_ The train was late G They took the wrong route ora bonds belonging to The Choncaloy, Mosier and Scholes FCE Academy FCE Acodeny soning ond FCE Academy fr 8 Cambridge B2 First Listening Part 1 Cont. Test 8 Audio track: FCE_Listening_8_1.mp3 5 You hear two people talking about the music they are listening to. What does the woman say about the music playing? ‘A Italways cheers her up B_ It always makes her sad C_Itreminds her of someone 6 You hear a woman talking about a crime series on TV. What does she say about the storylines? A. They are not believable B_ They are really varied and different every week C They are predictable 7 Two men are talking about a class at the gym. What objective do they both have? A To get to know the teacher B Togetfit C Towin a competition 8 You hear a doctor talk to a patient about their injury. What does the doctor advise them to do? A Keep working out B Stop exercising immediately C Try a different type of exercise Educaton - USE OF ENGIISH, CAMBRIDGE ge ord ore nos xc wih Prost rd FCE ce brands bolongng ©The Chanelle, Moses ond Scholar of he Unie of ers aps, FCE Academy FCE Academy Laing and FCE Academy fr schoo 7 Cambridge B2 First Listening Part 2 Test 8 Audio track: FCE_Listening_8_2.mp3 You will hear Jerome Lightyear talking about his career as a commercial airline pilot. For questions 9-18, complete the sentence with a word or short phrase (a maximum of three words). Read the question carefully before playing the audio. In the exam, you will have the opportunity to listen to each recording twice. You can get your qualification in 18 months if you do it 9 Jerome did 10 | so didn’t need to pay for his own training. Jerome says having a 11 | isnot necessary to become a pilot. You need to fly for at least 12 | hours before becoming a captain. Jerome has been a pilot for 13 He describes pilots as 14 Jerome says pilots often feel 15 | after work. Jerome loves the idea that every flight will be 16 He says. 17 | so much can puta strain on his relationships. Jerome's wife is described as o 18 (© 2018 Prosper Edvction - USE OF ENGUISH, CAMBRIDGE 82 FIRST and FCE ae brands belonging lo The Chancel, Mass ond Scholars of he Combrkige andar not escccted wth roses Education os app, FC AcaderyFCE Acadamy stern ond FCE Academy for choo, m Cambridge B2 First Listening Part 3 Test 8 Audio track: FCE_Listening_8_3.mp3 You will hear five different people talking about their hobbies and interests. For questions 19-23, select from the list (A-H) the reason each person gives for doing their hobby. There are three extra statements which you do not have to use. Read the question carefully before playing the audio. In the exam, you will have the opportunity to listen to each recording twice. Which person says they do their hobby to A annoy someone Speaker 1 19 Beam money Speaker 2 20 C keep fit Speaker 3 21 D_ learn Speaker 4 22 E meet people Speaker 5 23 F forget about work G impress people H_ deal with stress 1018 Frospery Educaton - USE OF ENGUSH, CAMBRIDGE 82 FST ond FCE oe ba ‘Canbridge andor not cxscite wth Prosperity Educlon or opps FCE Aco Jonging Tha Chancllo, Males. and Scholars ofthe Unieaty of CE Acolemy Llering ond FCE Academy for schol Cambridge B2 First Listening Part 4 Test 8 Audio track: FCE. istening_8_4.mp3 You will hear an interview with Ray Portman, who has written a book called Walking El Camino. For questions 24-30, select the best answer A, B, or C. Read the question carefully before Playing the audio. In the exam, you will have the opportunity to listen to each recording twice. 24 What could Ray do during his walk that brought a profound change to his life? A Walk B_ Think C Bealone 25 What happened to cause Ray to look for a change in his life? A Animportant relationship ended B_ Ajob changed C He hada spiritual awakening 26 Walkers can start their journeys from: A. France B_ anywhere © Spain 27 How does Ray describe the accommodation? A Old B_ Interesting C Basic {© 2018 Prospoty Education - USE OF ENGLISH, CAMBRIDGE 82 FIRST and FCE ae brands belaging o The Chancellor, Moses ond Scholars ofthe CConbdge andere not eseccted wih Property Edicion or app, FCE Academy FE Acadeny Usering and FE Academy fo school 0 SSS Cambridge B2 First Listening Part 4 Cont. Test 8 Audio track: FCE_Listening_8_4.mp3 28 What does Ray Compostela? A Quitting B Crying © Sleeping admit to doing upon arriving in Santiago de 29° What advice does Ray give to anyone thinking about walking the Camino? A Buy good shoes B_ Dontdoit © Complete it 30 What comment does Ray make about the Camino walkers? A They are mostly teenagers? B_ They are mostly older people. © They come from all parts of society. sty Edicoon ~ USE OF EN Dnbsidge ond a nt asocia greteonds bolonging to The Choco, Moda and Scholar of te Une of FCE Academy FCE Acadomy Ltening ond FCE Acodeny lor hots a AAAAAAAAAAAAA AAA i Cambridge B2 First Listening Part 1 Test 9 Audio track: FCE_Listening_9_1.mp3 You will hear people speaking in eight different situations. For questions 1-8, select the best answer A, B, or C. Read the question carefully before playing the audio. In the exam, you will have the opportunity to listen to each recording twice. 1 You hear a careers consultant describing a teacher's job to some students. What drawback does she warn of? A. Negative health effects B Lots of planning time € Lots of unpaid work 2 You hear a man talking about a place he used to visit as a child. What point is he making? A. Children need to be taken on fancy holidays nowadays B Children are happy as long as they are having fun C Holidays are not as good as they used to be 3 You hear a police officer taking details of an incident from a member of the public. What crime is being reported? A. Stealing B_ Someone is making excessive noise © Anassault 4 You hear a kitchen salesman speaking with a customer. Why is his shop better than the competition? A the customer service B the larger range available C the quality of its products '© 2018 ProspesyEducofon - USE OF ENGIISH, CAMBRIDGE 82 FIRST and FE ere bards belonging o The Chancel, Masks and Scolos oft Cambridge od are ol asec wi rospery Education ors apps, FE Academy FCE Academy lang and FCE Academy for sho 88 ee Cambridge B2 First Listening Part 1 Cont. Test 9 Audio track: FCE_Listening_9_1.mp3 5 You hear a man speaking with his friend on the phone. Why won't he be going on the trip with his friend? A. He can't pay for it B_ He doesn't think it's good value for money C He can't get the time away from work 6 You hear two women arranging a journey. What do they agree on? A Whois going to drive B What time to return home C How long it will take to get there 7 You hear a woman asking for advice from a pharmacist. What does the pharmacist say the women must do? A Have surgery immediately B_ Try another pharmacy © Geta prescription from a doctor 8 You hear a physicist talking about playing the violin. What does he say about it? A He sees similarities between science and music B_Ithelps him solve problems C He thinks it is more difficult than Physics cspetyEdscation USE OF ENGLISH, CA CCambicge and are not asocaed w FE ate bands belonging o The Chancel, Masters and Scholars ofthe Unies of opp FCE Academy FCE Acadamy litening ond FCE Academy for choo a7 Cambridge B2 First Listening Part 2 Test 9 Audio track: FCE_Listening_9_2.mp3 You will hear Paul Oswald talking about his hobby, wild swimming. For questions 9-18, complete the sentence with a word or short phrase (a maximum of three words). Read the question carefully before playing the audio. In the exam, you will have the opportunity to listen to each recording twice. Wild swimming is described as swimming in 9 | water. Paul decided to get involved with an outdoor activity when he realised he never saw 10 Paul's first wild swim lasted no more than 1 Paul’s favourite place to swim is from a river 12 He likes to 13 | ona rock on an island. In the beginning Paul worried about 14 Paul advises new wild swimmers to build up 15 Paul says 16 | is the biggest problem that wild swimmers face. Access is important and Paul says always choose a place with convenient 17 | close to where you will swim. Paul says having a good 18 | to look forward to motivates him when he is swimming. (© 2018 Prospty Educaton ~ USE OF ENGUSH, CAMBRIDGE B2 FIRST and FCE ore bron belonging The Chanel: CCmbidge ead ae ot asocatd wih Prosperity Edvcaton ors opps FCE Academy FCE Academy iri ond «ond Scholar fhe U my for chooks 88 Cambridge B2 First Listening Part 3 Test 9 Audio track: FCE_Listening_9_3.mp3 You will hear five different people talking about buying a home. For questions 19-23, select from the list (A-H) what each person says. There are three extra statements which you do not have to use. Read the question carefully before playing the audio. In the exam, you will have the opportunity to listen to each recording twice. Which person says: A they let the agent do all the hard work = Speaker 1 19 = B it’s the most stressful thing they have ever = experienced = Speaker 2 20 = C they know how to save lots of money a = Speaker 3 24 3 D_ they move home frequently = Speaker 4 22 = E they only get involved after the house has = been purchased = Speaker 5 23 a F they love the viewing process G they will never move house again H__ it's a simple process AAAADADAAAALAAAAAAAAADAAAAAAAL ospettyEdvcaon - USE OF ENGUSH CCnbicige ond or ot acca FIRST ond FCE ore bronds belonging to The Choncelor, Masts and Scholrs of th Unkersy of on ors apps, FCE Academy FCE Academy itenng and FCE Academy for shook, 89 Cambridge B2 First Listening Part 4 Test 9 Audio track: FCE_Listening_9_4.mp3 You will hear an interview with Annie Williams, who has always dreamed of being a writer. For questions 24-30, select the best answer A, B, or C. Read the question carefully before playing the audio. In the exam, you will have the opportunity to listen to each recording twice. 24 Annie says that when she was young, like most aspiring writers, she was a: A fan B_ good student © movie-goer 25 Where does Annie recommend looking for interesting, unknown writers? A Atconventions B On the internet In book shops 26 Annie thinks some of the unknown writers’ work is: A. better than her work B_ worse than her work ofa similar quality to her work. 27 Annie thinks she became successful because: A. she was lucky B she got to know influential people C she wrote a blog (© 2018 Prosperity Educoton - USE OF ENGUSH, CAMBRIDGE B2 FEST ord Cambridge and ae nat azocaied wah Frospay Education or ope re bonds bolonging 0 The Charcllr, Mass ond Scholos ofthe U "CE Acadeny/FCE Academy Lteing and FCE Acad fr choo ey Cambridge B2 First Listening Part 4 Cont. Test 9 Audio track: FCE_Listening_9_4.mp3 28 Whatis Annie’s main point of contact with her fans? A Conventions B_ Her website Her books 29 = Annie thinks fantasy books are: A. more popular with women B_ more popular with men equally popular with men and women 30 For Annie, the purpose of the interview is to: A promote her latest book B_ speak about the writing process talk about her website ty Education ~ USE OF ENGUSH, CAMBRIDGE 82 FIRST ond FCE ote brands belonging fo The Charcalr, Masts od Scholars the Unksly ridge and vero aso wth PospatyEducaton oft ops, FCE Academy FCE Academy litening and FCE Acady for schoo, ot Cambridge B2 First Listening Part 1 Test 10 Audio track: FCE_Listening_10_1.mp3 You will hear people speaking in eight different situations. For questions 1-8, select the best answer A, B, or C, Read the question carefully before playing the audio. In the exam, you will have the opportunity to listen to each recording twice. 1 You hear a woman talking on the phone about a missing item from the shopping she has ordered online. How does she feel? ‘A Sympathetic to the supermarket's situation B_ Annoyed by the attitude of the supermarket staff C Disappointed about the service provided 2 You overhear two friends speaking about a movie they have just seen. What do they agree on? A. The leading actor's obvious talent B_ The need for the story to be believable C Their reasons for going to the cinema 3 You hear a worker talking about his job. What does he say about it? A. It’s enjoyable B it’s difficult C It’s boring 4 Youhear a woman talking about gaining a place on a university course. What is she doing? A Admitting excitement about commencing her studies B__ Explaining why she thinks she was chosen C Expressing surprise about being accepted {© 2018 Prospodty Edson - USE OF ENGISH, CAMBRIDGE 82 FRST and FCE or brands belonging o The Chancellor, Mase and Scholae af he Un Combidge od ae not osccated wih Prosper Education or ts apps FCE Academy FCE Academy litning ond FCE Academy fr chook, 96 2018 Prosper Educalon - USE OF ENGUSH Cambridge B2 First Listening Part 1 Cont. Test 10 Audio track: FCE_Listening_10_1.mp3 5 You hear a businessman calling a businesswoman. What do they discuss? ‘A how long she needs to stay B the time constraints of their next meeting C changing plans 6 You hear a woman speaking to a sales assistant in a shop. Why can’t she have a refund? A tis outside the time period in which refunds are given B__ She is not in the right place © Something is wrong with the item 7 You hear a man making a statement. Who is talking? A Ajouralist B Ateacher C Amember of the police 8 You hear a conversation between a salesperson and a customer. What is being bought? A Acar B_ Awashing machine C Aninstrument = or bonds belonging to The Chancoly, Most ond Scholars fhe Univer of CE Acodemy FCE Academy long ond FCE Academy lo schoo CConbedge and er nt osocicid 7 Cambridge B2 First Listening Part 2 Test 10 Audio track: FCE_Listening_10_2.mp3 You will hear Steve Barlow talking about his career as a professional pianist. For questions 9-18, complete the sentence with a word or short phrase (a maximum of three words). Read the question carefully before playing the audio. In the exam, you will have the opportunity to listen to each recording twice. Steve's first musical experience was playing 9 although his main instrument is now the violin. Steve is open to the idea of 10 | , but does not have to do it to earn money. The most important characteristic showed by his teachers when helping him achieve success was 1 Steve warns aspiring musicians against neglecting important skills, such as 12 Playing 13 | will help with this, as it will when composing and when in the classroom. Taking part in paid or unpaid activities is essential to. 14 Remembering that being a 15 | is really Important too. Musicians must keep 16 to deal with the physical requirements of being a musician. Performing musicians must be aware of how the public sees them, and Steve points out the importance In recent times those who have been the most successful have also been the best at | 18 (© 2018 Prospeny Educoton USE OF ENGUSH, CAMBRIDGE 82 FRST and FCE oe bands belonging The Chance, Masts ond Scholars of he Un CCambsdge ond oe not asocoted wth Prosper Edvcaton as opps, FCE Academy FCE Academy Ustening and FCE Academy for choos 98 Cambridge B2 First Listening Part 3 Test 10 Audio track: FCE_ istening_10_3.mp3 You will hear five different people talking about their experience of job interviews. For questions 19-23, select from the list (A-H) what each person says. There are three extra statements which you do not have to use. Read the question carefully before playing the audio. In the exam, you will have the opportunity to listen to each recording twice. Which person says: A try to find out about the interviewer's personal life Speaker 1 19 : B compromise on your principles Speaker 2 20 C flexibility makes you more employable : Speaker 3 21 D__ wear very fashionable clothes Speaker 4 22 E dress in an appropriate way Speaker 5 23 F be open and honest G_ be considerate as well as punctual H__ investigate your prospective employer to gain knowledge and confidence 8 Prospsty Educafon - USE OF ENGLISH Camtidge ond oe no brands belnging fo The Chanel, Masters and Scholrs ofthe Unive CE Acatleny FCE Acodemy listening and FCE Academy for schol Cambridge B2 First Listening Part 4 Test 10 Audio track: FCE_Listening_10_4.mp3 You will hear an interview with Charlotte Orwell, who has a peculiar hobby. For questions 24-30, select the best answer A, B, or C. Read the question carefully before playing the audio. In the exam, you will have the opportunity to listen to each recording twice. 24° Charlotte’s first non-fiction piece of writing looked behind the scenes at which places in London? A Post offices B Museums C Offices 25 Charlotte was particularly interested in the stamp collectors’: A tools B_ hobbies C vocabulary 26 What function does Charlotte say the share certificates perform? A They provide a historical record of society B_ They reveal who had a lot of money C They tell us which companies were successful 27 Which types of postcards are the most valuable? A The rudest ones B_ The most unusual ones C The oldest ones (© 2018 Prosperity Edveaon - USE OF ENGIISH, CAMBRIDGE B2 FIRST and FCE ave brac belonging The Choncelor, Moir ond Scholars te Us Cambridge ond are nat ssocatod win Prosponty Education os apes, FCE Academy FCE Academy ining and FCE Academy lor choos 100 Cambridge B2 First Listening Part 4 Cont. Test 10 Audio track: FCE_Listening_10_4.mp3 28 Charlotte says the items which people collect almost always: A. cost the collector more than they will earn B_ earn the collector more than they cost © are of no value at all. 29° The largest sums of money in the world of collecting are spent on: A cars B art C stamps 30 Charlotte's next book will be about: A. carpets B_ watches C Space 2 Pospety Edwcaton - USE OF ENGI ‘Cambridge andor not esccaed w ar bands belonging to The Choneloy, Mostr and Scholars of he Unvarty of CE Academy FE Acodey Liering ond FCE Academy for schools. 101 Ans’ Cambridge B2 First Listening wers Test 1 Part 2 football 10 travelling theatre group / theatre group / theatre company "1 musical performance / performance 12 13 networking TV commercial / commercial / ad / advert 14 unemployment 15 too busy 16 social media 7 films / movies 18 strengths Part 19 22 = 23 |E Part 24 25 |B 26 28 | A 29 30 ol>fol> 105 Cambridge B2 First Listening Answers Test 2 Part 2 cousin 10 Barcelona 1 lunch 12 flatmates / roommates 13 morning / mornings 14 grammar 15 lunch / ong lunch / long lunches 16 the weekend / the weekends / weekends 7 write a letter / write 18 Economics Part 19 22 o 23 |E Part 25 |C 26 27 28 |A 29 30 olofo/> 108 Cambridge B2 First Listening Answers Test 3 Part Z vet / zoo vet 10 glove / furry glove / big furry glove "1 Rwanda / Africa 12 hit / success 13 TV personality / personality 14 missing link 15 deer 16 dramatic 7 stop 18 humble / humbled / truly humble a1 |G 26 |B 29 Cambridge B2 First Listening Answers Test 4 Part 2 Managing your time 10 pay W encourage / positively encourage 12 email 13 ory 14 attic 15 cat food 16 annoyed 7 angry 18 dog Part 19 Part 24 25 |A 26 27 28 |B 29 30 olal>|> 108 Cambridge B2 First Listening Answers Test 5 Part 2 9 | different 10 | monitor / sports monitor / sport monitor 11 | seven 12 | Logistics / logistics 13 | Health and Safety 14 | military precision 15 | printed list / list 16 | reputation 17 | paper animals water fight 20 ai f[H 23 25 26 |B 28 29 |c 109 Cambridge B2 First Listening Answers Test 6 Part 2 enthusiasm 10 daughter "1 remember 12 technique 13 London 14 ‘two hours 15 10,000 16 forty-eight 7 fingering 18 listen to Part 19 22 Part 24 27 29 30 wlolal> Bik ° 110 Cambridge B2 First Listening Answers Test 7 Part stereotype 10 | crowded 11 | fery 12 | inexperienced 13 | priority 14 | injure 15 | strong current / current 16 | physically fit 17 | washing-up liquid / a special comb 18 different Part 19 20 21 22 23 Part 24 25 26 27 [28 29 al>|>) > 30 1" Answers Cambridge B2 First Listening Test 8 Part 2 9 | full-time 10 | an apprenticeship 11 | university degree 12 | 1,500 13 | 10/ten years 14 | strange 45 | lonely 16 | different 17 | travelling 18 | understanding Part 3 49 |H 20 a1 [Db Part 25 26 |B 28 29 8 efoto] > 30 2 Cambridge B2 First Listening Answers Test 9 Part 2 9 | natural 10 | the countryside / countryside 11 | ten minutes 12 | into a lake 13 | sunbathing 14 | safety /his satety 15 | very slowly / slowly 16 | the cold / cold 17 | parking 18 | lunch / meal Part 3 19 | F 20 |B 21 |G 22 [D 23 [e Part 4 2a [A 25 [8 26 [Cc 27 |B 28 |B 29 |Cc 30 [A : 113 Cambridge B2 First Listening Answers Test 10 Part 2 9 | the piano 10 | teaching / teaching music 11 | pationce 12 | musicianship 13 | the keyboard / the piano 14 | network 15 | music fan / fan 16 | fit /healthy / fit and healthy 17 | Social Media 18 | digital brand management Part 3 19 /H 22 | F Part 4 24 |B 27 |c 30 [A How to download the audio To download the accompanying audio files, please visit our website: http://prosperityeducation.net/ice-listening-audio-download Use the password TIAB to access this page. The audio file size for all ten tests is approximately 20MB. 166

You might also like