Section 1

Test2

You will hear a number of different recordings

and you’ll have to answer questions on what you hear.

There will be time for you to read the instructions

and questions and you’ll have a chance to check your work.

All the recordings will be played once only.

The test is in four sections at the end of the test

you will be given 10 minutes to transfer your answers to an answer sheet.

Now turn to section one.

Section 1: You will hear a young man phoning a town’s youth council.

First, you have some time to look at questions 1 to 5.

You will see that there is an example that has been done for you.

On this occasion only, the conversation relating to this will be played first.

Good morning, youth council, Caroline speaking.

Oh hello, I’m interested in standing for election to the youth council, and I was told to give you a call.

That’s good; could I have your name please?

Yes; it’s Roger brown.

Thank you.

The young man’s name is Roger brown, so brown has been written

in the space.

Now we shall begin. You should answer the questions as you listen

because you will not hear the recording a second time. Listen

carefully and answer questions 1 to 5.

Good morning, youth council, Caroline speaking.

Oh hello, I’m interested in standing for election to the youth council, and I was told to give you a call.

That’s good; could I have your name please?

Yes; it’s Roger brown.

Thank you.

I’m Caroline the youth council administrator. So, do you know much

about what the council does Roger?

I’ve talked to Stephanie. I think she’s the chair of the council.

That’s right.

And she told me a lot about it, how it’s a way for young people to

discuss local issues for example; and make suggestions to the town

council. That’s what made me interested.

Fine, well let me take down some of your details. First of all, how

old are you? You know the council is for young people aged from

13 to 18.

I’ve just turned 18.

And where do you live Roger?

Well, that’s a bit complicated. At the moment I’m looking for a

flat to rent here. So I’m in a hostel from monday to Friday. I go

back to my parents place at the weekend.

Okay, so where’s the best place to send you some information

about the council?

Oh, to my parents address please. That’s 17 Buckleigh street

B U C K L E I G H street Stanford Lincolnshire. Though you

don’t really need the county.

Oh, I know Stanford, it’s a lovely town. And what’s the postcode?

P E 9 7 Q T.

Right, thank you. So, are you working here or are you a student?

I started studying at the university a couple of weeks ago; and

I’ve got a part-time job for a few hours a week.

What do you do?

Well, I’ve done several different things. I’ve just finished a short-term contract as a courier and now I’m working as a waiter in one of

the big hotels.

Uh-huh! That can’t leave you much time for studying.

Oh, it’s not too bad, I managed to fit it all in.

What are you studying?

My ambition is to go into parliament eventually; so, my major

subject is politics. That’s partly why I think the youth council is

important and want to be a part of it.

And I suppose you’re also taking a minor subject, aren’t you?

I know a lot of people study economics too.

I chose history to be honest, I’m not finding it as interesting

as I expected.

Before you hear the rest of the phone call, you have some

time to look at questions 6 to 10.

Now listen and answer questions 6 to 10.

Okay so, with your studying and your part-time job, do you

have time for any other interests or hobbies?

Well I spent quite a lot of time cycling; both around town to

get to university and to work. And also long distance from

here to London for instance.

That’s pretty impressive! Anything else?

For relaxation I’m also keen on the cinema. I used to go at

least once a week. But I can’t manage to go so often now.

Right. Are you sure you’ll have enough time for the youth council?

Yes I’ve worked out that I can afford to reduce my hours at

work and that will make the time.

So is there any particular aspect of the youth council’s work

that appeals to you Roger?

Well, my sister is blind so I’m particularly interested in working

with disabled young people; to try and improve the quality of

their lives.

That’s great; well the best way to get involved is to be

nominated by some people who you know.

Right, can you tell me how to set about organizing that?

You should talk to Jeffrey, our elections officer. I can arrange

a meeting in the council office with him if you like.

Yes please!

He’ll be here next monday if that suits you.

That’s the 14th isn’t it?

Yes.

I can manage late afternoon.

Would you like to suggest a time? He generally leaves

around 5:30.

Well, would 4:30 be ok? My last class finishes at 4 so I’d

have plenty of time to get to your office.

Right, that’s fine. Oh, and could I have a phone number

we can contact you on?

Yes, my mobile number is: 07788136711 thank you. Well, we’ll

look forward to seeing you next week.

Thanks very much, goodbye.

Bye.

That is the end of section 1. You now have half a minute to

check your answers.