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IELTS 21 Academic · Test 1

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 centre manager giving information about Millbrook Heritage Centre. 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 centre manager: Good morning, everyone, and welcome to Millbrook Heritage Centre. I'm going to give you some background and practical information before you look around.
  4. 0:35 The centre manager: Many visitors assume the site was always a heritage centre, but it was originally built as a textile mill. Later it was used as a railway station for a short time.
  5. 0:46 The centre manager: This year we're especially proud of an interactive weaving gallery. We had also hoped to open a children's theatre, but that has been delayed until next year.
  6. 0:55 The centre manager: If you want to avoid the crowds, I'd recommend coming in the late afternoon. Weekends are always busy.
  7. 1:03 Before the talk continues, you have some time to look at questions 14 to 20.
  8. 1:18 Now listen and answer questions 14 to 20.
  9. 1:22 The centre manager: Now for some practical details.
  10. 1:24 The centre manager: The site first opened to the public in 1943.
  11. 1:28 The centre manager: An adult ticket used to cost 8 pounds, but since the spring it has been 10 pounds.
  12. 1:34 The centre manager: Our café is on the balcony, and it's open until half an hour before closing.
  13. 1:39 The centre manager: Please note that we are closed every Wednesday, except on public holidays.
  14. 1:44 The centre manager: We couldn't run the site without our volunteers. At the moment there are 135 of them, and we're always looking for more.
  15. 1:52 The centre manager: There's no parking on site, but you can park next to the library, which is a two-minute walk away.
  16. 1:59 The centre manager: Finally, if you're planning a group visit, please book by email at least a week in advance. Enjoy your visit.
  17. 2:07 That is the end of Part 2. You now have some time to check your answers to Part 2.

Millbrook Heritage Centre: 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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