Changes in Barford over the last 50 years Listening Answers: Audio Questions & Answers

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Section 1 - Changes in Barford over the last 50 years IELTS Listening Answers

In this article you can find the IELTS listening answers with the topic of Changes in Barford over the last 50 years, with 10 questions and answers. We have also attached the audio for this topic. In this audio you’ll hear a talk given by a woman about changes in the town called Barford. We have also attached the audio of the topic. In this audio you’ll hear a talk given by a woman about changes in the town called Barford.

Audio - Changes in Barford over the last 50 years

Listen to the audio carefully and start answering your questions.

Questions 1-10

Questions 1-5

• Choose the correct letter A,B or C.

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

1. The buses are old and uncomfortable.
2. Fares have gone up too much.
3. There are not so many bus routes.

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

1. The construction of a bypass.
2. The development of cycle paths.
3. The banning of cars from certain streets.

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

1. Lack of parking spaces.
2. Lack of major retailers.
3. Lack of restaurants and cafes.

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

1. There is no hospital.
2. New medical practices are planned.
3. The number of dentists is too low.

5. The largest number of people are employed in

1. Manufacturing.
2. Services.
3. education.

Questions 6-10

• Choose five answers from the box and write the correct letter, A-G.

What is planned 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

6. Railway station car park
7. Cinema 
8. Indoor market 
9. Library 
10. Nature reserve

Changes in Barford over the last 50 years Listening Answers

1	C
2	B
3	B
4	A
5	C
6	G
7	A
8	C
9	B
10	F

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