ANNOUNCER: Section 1. You will hear a student talking to the student accommodation officer at a college. 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.

MAN: Good morning. Can I help you?

WOMAN: Yes, I've just been accepted on a course at the university, and I'd like to try and arrange accommodation in the hall of residence.

MAN: Yes, certainly. Please sit down. I'll fill in a form with you to find out more about your preferences.

WOMAN: Thank you.

ANNOUNCER: The student wishes to arrange accommodation in a hall of residence, so hall 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.

MAN: Good morning. Can I help you?

WOMAN: Yes, I've just been accepted on a course at the university, and I'd like to arrange accommodation in the hall of residence.

MAN: Certainly. First of all, can I take your name?

WOMAN: It's Anu Bhatt.

MAN: Could you spell that please?

WOMAN: Yes, A N U B H A T T.

MAN: Thank you. And your date of birth?

WOMAN: March 31st, 1972.

MAN: Where are you from?

WOMAN: India.

MAN: And what will you be studying?

WOMAN: I'm doing a course in nursing.

MAN: How long would you like to stay in the hall?

WOMAN: The course takes three years, but I would like to stay in the hall for only two years.

MAN: What about catering arrangements? Would you like to cook for yourself or have full board?

WOMAN: Is there something in between?

MAN: Yes, you can choose half board, where the evening meal is provided.

WOMAN: Yes, that's what I would prefer.

MAN: Do you have any special diet?

WOMAN: Yes, I don't eat red meat.

ANNOUNCER: Before you hear the rest of the conversation, you have some time to look at questions 6 to 10. Now listen and answer questions 6 to 10.

MAN: Now let's talk about the room options. You can choose a single study bedroom or a shared room. Both are simple rooms.

MAN: Another option is a single bedsit, which has more space and better facilities.

MAN: It costs about £20 more per week.

WOMAN: My grant is quite generous, so I think the bedsit would be best.

MAN: Great, I'll note that down.

MAN: Could you tell me about your interests? This helps us match students to the right hall.

WOMAN: I enjoy the theatre, and I also like sports, especially badminto .

MAN: Finally, what are your priorities when choosing a hall?

WOMAN: I would prefer a hall with other mature students.

WOMAN: I would also like to live out of tow .

WOMAN: And somewhere with a shared area, like a TV room, where people can socialize.

MAN: That's very helpful. Now we just need your contact telephone number.

WOMAN: It's 667549.

MAN: Thank you. We'll contact you as soon as possible.

ANNOUNCER: That is the end of Section 1. You now have half a minute to check your answers.

ANNOUNCER: Section 2. You will hear a man giving a talk to new members of a wildlife club in the south of England. First, you have some time to look at questions 11 to 13. Now listen carefully and answer questions 11 to 13.

SPEAKER: Hello, and welcome to our wildlife club. I'm very pleased that you're interested in the countryside, and the plants and animals in this area.

SPEAKER: Even though we are quite close to Londo , you may be surprised by the variety of wildlife here.

SPEAKER: Let me begin by describing some nearby parks and open spaces.

SPEAKER: One pleasant location is Halland Commo . This land has been public land for hundreds of years.

SPEAKER: The River Ouse, which eventually flows into the sea about 80 km away, actually begins here.

SPEAKER: There is also an information board explaining the plants and animals found in this area.

SPEAKER: The common is open to visitors 24 hours a day.

SPEAKER: Another place is Holt Island, which is famous for its wide range of trees.

SPEAKER: In the past, willows were grown here commercially for basket making.

SPEAKER: Recently, this traditional craft has been introduced again.

SPEAKER: Because the island is quite small, it is only open to the public from Friday to Sunday.

SPEAKER: If visitors were allowed every day, much of the wildlife would disappear.

SPEAKER: From Holt Island, you can walk across a bridge to Longfield Country Park.

SPEAKER: Longfield Park contains a modern replica of a farm that existed more than 2,000 years ago.

SPEAKER: Activities for childre are often arranged there, such as bread making and face painting.

SPEAKER: The park is open only during daylight hours.

ANNOUNCER: Before you hear the rest of the talk, you have some time to look at questions 14 to 20. Now listen and answer questions 14 to 20.

SPEAKER: Longfield Park organizes many activities throughout the year.

SPEAKER: On Monday, visitors can learn about herbs and how they have been used throughout history.

SPEAKER: The activity begins with a tour of the herb garde .

SPEAKER: Participants will also practice using herbs as colour dyes for cloth.

SPEAKER: Afterwards there will be an illustrated talk about their uses in cooking and medicine.

SPEAKER: On Wednesday, visitors can join experts to observe insects and birds that appear in the evening.

SPEAKER: Because places are limited, participants must book in advance by calling the park ranger.

SPEAKER: There is a small fee, which should be paid when you arrive.

SPEAKER: On Saturday, volunteers can join a working party to help maintain the park.

SPEAKER: Tasks include planting hedges and collecting litter.

SPEAKER: You can change tasks whenever you like.

SPEAKER: However, remember to wear old clothes because the work may get you dirty.

SPEAKER: Finally, I would like to mention our new wildlife site called Hinchingbrooke Park.

SPEAKER: It will open to the public next month.

SPEAKER: In the north-west of the park there is a lake.

SPEAKER: A bird hide is located just west of the lake, providing a quiet place for bird watching.

SPEAKER: Near the refreshment area, there is a dog walking area in the south of the park.

SPEAKER: Visitors who wish to relax can visit the flower garde , which is the circular area shown on the map.

SPEAKER: There is also a wooded area in the western part of the park.

SPEAKER: That's all for now.

ANNOUNCER: That is the end of Section 2. You now have half a minute to check your answers.

ANNOUNCER: Section 3. You will hear the director of studies in an English language centre and a student representative talking about their Self-access Centre. First, you have some time to look at questions 21 to 24. Now listen carefully and answer questions 21 to 24.

PAM: Hi, Ju . As you know, I've asked you here today to discuss the future of our Self-access Centre. We have to decide what we want to do about this very important resource for our English language students. Can you tell me what the students think about it?

JUN: From the students' point of view, we would like to keep it. Most students enjoy using it because it provides a variation from classroom learning. They also see it as a major part of the course.

JUN: However, we would like some improvements to the equipment, especially the computers. There are not enough at the moment, so students often have to share.

PAM: Yes, teachers agree it is a very valuable resource. But we have noticed that many students use the computers to check personal emails. We want them to be used mainly for learning purposes.

PAM: Some teachers have suggested moving the Self-access Centre to the main university library. What do you think students would say about that?

JUN: The library is large enough, but it would no longer feel like a class activity. Our biggest concern is that students might not be able to ask teachers for help.

PAM: A teacher would still be present to guide the students. They would not be left completely alone.

JUN: Even so, students prefer the current arrangement. They like going there with their teacher and working together as a group.

JUN: If we could simply improve the resources and facilities, it would be ideal. Will cost be a problem?

PAM: The main issue is not the expense. The real difficulty is arranging a teacher timetable so that someone can supervise the centre outside class hours.

ANNOUNCER: Before you hear the rest of the conversation, you have some time to look at questions 25 to 30. Now listen and answer questions 25 to 30.

PAM: Let's talk about the computers. I think installing some new models would help. They take up less space, giving us more room for books and study materials.

JUN: That would be excellent. Sometimes the room feels a bit crowded.

PAM: What about other resources? Do students have suggestions?

JUN: Yes. Students often say it is difficult to find materials at the correct language level, especially reading materials. Clearer labels would help.

PAM: That should be easy to organize. We should also review all study materials, because some are becoming out of date.

JUN: I agree. The CD collectio especially needs updating. We should add CDs related to our latest course books and create multiple copies.

PAM: I was also thinking of introducing workbooks. If we separate the pages and laminate them, students could use them for practice exercises.

JUN: That sounds very useful.

PAM: Finally, we must consider how the room is managed. Teachers will need to agree on a supervision timetable.

PAM: We should also think about security, especially if we buy new equipment.

JUN: Perhaps we could install a security alarm.

PAM: Good idea. I will also ask the technicians if they can limit email access on the computers.

JUN: Maybe students could only check email before or after class.

PAM: Yes, that seems reasonable. We will discuss the plans again soon.

ANNOUNCER: That is the end of Section 3. You now have half a minute to check your answers.

ANNOUNCER: Section 4. You will hear the beginning of a lecture about business cultures. First, you have some time to look at questions 31 to 40. Now listen carefully and answer questions 31 to 40.

SPEAKER: Good morning everyone. Whether you study business or another subject at university, many of you will eventually work for a company.

SPEAKER: When you begin working somewhere, you will notice that the organization has certain characteristics. These social characteristics are often called the culture of the organizatio .

SPEAKER: Company culture includes unwritten ideas, beliefs, values, and shared ways of behaving.

SPEAKER: A well-known writer has identified four main types of company culture.

SPEAKER: The first type is the Power Culture. This is usually found in small organizations.

SPEAKER: In this culture, power is concentrated in the hands of one or two individuals.

SPEAKER: Because of this, there are usually very few rules or formal procedures.

SPEAKER: Communication often takes place through informal conversations rather than formal meetings or written memos.

SPEAKER: One advantage of this culture is that the organization can act quickly when facing threats or opportunities.

SPEAKER: However, it also has disadvantages. Decisions depend heavily on the people at the top.

SPEAKER: If those leaders make poor decisions, others may have little ability to influence them.

SPEAKER: This culture suits people who are willing to take risks and who place less importance on job security.

SPEAKER: The second type is called Role Culture.

SPEAKER: This type is commonly found in large organizations with several management levels.

SPEAKER: Such organizations often have specialized departments, such as finance, sales, or maintenance.

SPEAKER: Each department is coordinated by a small group of senior managers.

SPEAKER: Employees follow clearly defined rules, procedures, and job descriptions.

SPEAKER: One advantage of role culture is that it allows companies to achieve economies of scale, meaning lower overhead costs compared to production output.

SPEAKER: It is also effective in industries requiring strong technical expertise.

SPEAKER: However, organizations with this culture are often slow to change and may react slowly to new situations.

SPEAKER: This environment suits employees who value stability and prefer not to take too much responsibility.

SPEAKER: The third type is called Task Culture.

SPEAKER: Task culture is typically found in project-based organizations.

SPEAKER: These organizations often operate in highly competitive markets or where products have a short life cycle.

SPEAKER: In this structure, top management allocates projects, staff, and resources.

SPEAKER: Once resources are assigned, teams operate with very little daily supervisio .

SPEAKER: A major advantage of task culture is its flexibility.

SPEAKER: However, it may struggle to achieve large-scale efficiency or deep specialized expertise.

SPEAKER: This culture appeals to people who enjoy working in teams and collaborating with others.

SPEAKER: The fourth category is known as Person Culture.

ANNOUNCER: That is the end of Section 4. You now have half a minute to check your answers.