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IELTS · Part 1 · Cambridge IELTS 21 – Test 1

Oyster Bay Sailing Club Courses: Listening answers

Answers to questions 1–10 (10 in all), each with why it is right.

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Answers 1–10

  1. 1

    10 / ten Table completion

    The table asks for the maximum group size. The speaker says there are usually about 8 people, but no more than 10.

    “no more than 10”
  2. 2

    weather Table completion

    The table asks for a topic covered on the course. The speaker says learners study the weather.

    “you learn about things like the weather”
  3. 3

    safety Table completion

    The table asks what the instructor explains. The speaker says the instructor ensures learners understand what they need to know about safety.

    “make sure you understand everything you need to know about safety”
  4. 4

    discount Table completion

    The table asks what members receive. The speaker says there is a discount for members.

    “There's a discount for members.”
  5. 5

    dictionary Table completion

    The table asks what learners receive. The speaker says they get a dictionary explaining sailing terminology.

    “you also get a really good dictionary”
  6. 6

    certificate Table completion

    The table asks what learners receive on completing the course. The speaker says they get a certificate.

    “you get a certificate”
  7. 7

    towel Note completion

    The notes ask what participants should bring in addition to clothing and toiletries. The speaker confirms that they should bring a towel.

    “And a towel? Yes, definitely.”
  8. 8

    cafe / café Note completion

    The notes ask what is available at the club. The speaker confirms that there is a café where people can get food.

    “is there a café at the club? Yes, you can get sandwiches, cakes, and snacks there.”
  9. 9

    videos Note completion

    The notes ask what online training resource is recommended. The speaker recommends watching training videos.

    “I recommend you watch some videos we use for training.”
  10. 10

    lockers / Lockers Note completion

    The notes ask what participants can use to store valuables. The speaker confirms there are lockers in the changing rooms.

    “there are plenty in the changing rooms.”

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