(IELTS Listening) – Changes in Barford over the last 50 years

Questions 11-15

Choose the correct answer.

Changes in Barford over the last 50 years

None

11. In Shona’s opinion, why do fewer people use buses in Barford these days?

The buses are old and uncomfortable.

Fares have gone up too much.

There are not so many bus routes.

None

12. What change in the road network is known to have benefited the town most?

the construction of a bypass

the development of cycle paths

the banning of cars from certain streets

None

13. What is the problem affecting shopping in the town centre?

lack of parking spaces

lack of major retailers

lack of restaurants and cafés

None

14. What does Shona say about medical facilities in Barford?

There is no hospital.

New medical practices are planned.

The number of dentists is too low.

None

15. The largest number of people are employed in

manufacturing.

services.

education.

None

Questions 16-20

What is planned (A-G) for each of the following facilities?

Plans

A It will move to a new location.

B It will have its opening hours extended.

C It will be refurbished.

D It will be used for a different purpose.

E It will have its opening hours reduced.

F It will have new management.

G It will be expanded.

Facilities

16. railway station car park

17. cinema

18. indoor market

19. library

20. nature reserve

Time's up

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