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IELTS 19 Academic · Test 4

Listening · Part 2

Mock mode: in the real test you hear the recording once.

Questions 11–13: Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.
Questions 14–20: Complete the notes below. Write ONE WORD AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.
  1. 0:00 Part 2. You will hear the astronomer in charge giving information about Beacon Hill Observatory. First, you have some time to look at questions 11 to 13.
  2. 0:20 Now listen carefully and answer questions 11 to 13.
  3. 0:25 The astronomer in charge: Good morning, everyone, and welcome to Beacon Hill Observatory. I'm going to give you some background and practical information before you look around.
  4. 0:35 The astronomer in charge: Many visitors assume the site was always a observatory, but it was originally built as a signal station. Later it was used as a windmill for a short time.
  5. 0:45 The astronomer in charge: This year we're especially proud of a meteorite display. We had also hoped to open a radio telescope, but that has been delayed until next year.
  6. 0:55 The astronomer in charge: If you want to avoid the crowds, I'd recommend coming in the early morning. Weekends are always busy.
  7. 1:02 Before the talk continues, you have some time to look at questions 14 to 20.
  8. 1:17 Now listen and answer questions 14 to 20.
  9. 1:21 The astronomer in charge: Now for some practical details.
  10. 1:24 The astronomer in charge: The site first opened to the public in 1976.
  11. 1:28 The astronomer in charge: An adult ticket used to cost 4 pounds, but since the spring it has been 5 pounds.
  12. 1:34 The astronomer in charge: Our café is on the roof, and it's open until half an hour before closing.
  13. 1:39 The astronomer in charge: Please note that we are closed every Thursday, except on public holidays.
  14. 1:45 The astronomer in charge: We couldn't run the site without our volunteers. At the moment there are 50 of them, and we're always looking for more.
  15. 1:52 The astronomer in charge: There's no parking on site, but you can park next to the station, which is a two-minute walk away.
  16. 1:59 The astronomer in charge: Finally, if you're planning a group visit, please book by phone at least a week in advance. Enjoy your visit.
  17. 2:06 That is the end of Part 2. You now have some time to check your answers to Part 2.

Beacon Hill Observatory: visitor information

  • First opened to the public in 14
  • Adult ticket: £15
  • Café: on the 16
  • Closed every 17
  • Number of volunteers: 18
  • Parking: next to the 19
  • Group visits must be booked by 20
  1. 11

    What was the site originally built as?

  2. 12

    What new attraction has opened this year?

  3. 13

    When does the speaker recommend visiting?

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