IELTS LISTENING PRACTICE TEST 2 – BAND 4.0–5.0

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Đọc thêm: IELTS LISTENING PRACTICE TEST 1 – BAND 4.0–5.0.

⏰ Thời gian làm bài: 30 phút (nghe) + 10 phút (chuyển đáp án)

📄 Gồm 4 sections – 40 câu hỏi

✅ SECTION 1: Conversation – Booking a Hotel Room

📌 Dạng bài: Điền từ vào chỗ trống (Form Completion)

👉 Người nghe nghe một đoạn hội thoại giữa khách và lễ tân khách sạn

Questions 1–10

Complete the form below. Write ONE WORD AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.

HOTEL BOOKING FORM

1. Guest name: ____________________
2. Contact number: ____________________
3. Number of nights: ____________________
4. Room type: ____________________
5. Check-in date: ____________________
6. Check-out date: ____________________
7. Number of guests: ____________________
8. Breakfast included: ____________________
9. Special request: ____________________
10. Payment method: ____________________

✅ SECTION 2: Monologue – Local Library Information

📌 Dạng bài: Multiple Choice & Matching

Questions 11–14

Choose the correct letter A, B or C.

11. The library opens at:
    A. 7 a.m.
    B. 8 a.m.
    C. 9 a.m.
12. You need a library card to:
    A. use the computers
    B. borrow books
    C. enter the library
13. The children’s section is located:
    A. on the first floor
    B. on the second floor
    C. in a separate building
14. DVDs can be borrowed for:
    A. 1 day
    B. 1 week
    C. 2 weeks

Questions 15–20

Match the person to the activity they prefer.
Write the correct letter A–E next to questions 15–20.

Activities:
A. Reading magazines
B. Studying in quiet area
C. Using internet
D. Attending events
E. Listening to music

15. Sarah ___
16. Mike ___
17. Julie ___
18. David ___
19. Anna ___
20. Tom ___

✅ SECTION 3: Conversation – Students Discussing a Project

📌 Dạng bài: Multiple Choice + Sentence Completion

Questions 21–25

Choose the correct letter A, B or C.

21. What is the topic of their project?
    A. Global warming
    B. Recycling in cities
    C. Water pollution
22. What problem do they face?
    A. Not enough time
    B. No data
    C. Group conflict
23. Who will write the report?
    A. Tom
    B. Lucy
    C. Both
24. When is the presentation?
    A. Thursday
    B. Friday
    C. Next Monday
25. What type of visuals will they use?
    A. Posters
    B. PowerPoint
    C. Handouts

Questions 26–30

Complete the sentences below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS.

26. The project must include at least __________.
27. Tom suggests using __________ as a main source.
28. Lucy is in charge of the __________.
29. The group agrees to meet every __________.
30. They plan to ask the teacher for __________.

✅ SECTION 4: Monologue – A Talk on Dolphins

📌 Dạng bài: Note Completion

Questions 31–40

Complete the notes below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER.

DOLPHINS: FACTS AND STUDIES

31. Dolphins are known to be very __________ animals.
32. They usually live in groups called __________.
33. Dolphins use __________ to communicate.
34. They sleep with one __________ open.
35. Their diet mostly includes __________.
36. Dolphins can live up to __________ years.
37. Studies show dolphins can recognize __________.
38. Dolphins are often found near the __________.
39. They are sometimes used in __________ therapy.
40. One major threat to dolphins is __________.

📊 HỆ THỐNG CHẤM ĐIỂM (Tổng 40 điểm)

• Mỗi câu đúng: 1 điểm
• Band Score tham khảo:
  • Band 4.0: 13–15 câu đúng
  • Band 4.5: 16–18 câu đúng
  • Band 5.0: 19–22 câu đúng

🎧 TRANSCRIPTS – IELTS Listening Practice Test 2

✅ SECTION 1 – Booking a Hotel Room

Man: Good morning. I’d like to book a room for two people, please.
Receptionist: Certainly, sir. May I have your name, please?
Man: Yes, it’s James Bennett.
Receptionist: Thank you, Mr. Bennett. And can I take your phone number?
Man: Sure, it’s 0795 223 1678.
Receptionist: Thank you. How many nights will you be staying?
Man: Three nights.
Receptionist: And what kind of room would you like – single, double, or twin?
Man: A double room, please.
Receptionist: Okay. When will you be checking in?
Man: On Friday the 12th.
Receptionist: And checking out on…?
Man: Monday the 15th.
Receptionist: Perfect. And how many guests will be staying?
Man: Just two of us.
Receptionist: Would you like breakfast included?
Man: Yes, please.
Receptionist: Do you have any special requests?
Man: We’d like a quiet room, if possible.
Receptionist: Of course. And how would you like to pay?
Man: By credit card.
Receptionist: Great. I’ve reserved your room. See you on Friday!

✅ SECTION 2 – Local Library Information

Speaker: Welcome to the Riverdale Library. We’re open every day except Sunday. Our opening hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekdays and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturdays.

To borrow books or other items, you’ll need a library card. You can apply online or in person. Once you have the card, you can borrow books, DVDs, and magazines.

The children’s section is on the second floor, next to the café. It has books, games, and a reading area.

DVDs can be borrowed for two weeks, just like books. If you’re late returning them, there’s a small fine.

We also have activities every month, including book clubs, storytelling for children, and computer training for adults. Some members like to use the quiet study rooms, others enjoy browsing magazines or attending events.

Let’s meet a few members.
Sarah likes attending events like author talks.
Mike enjoys using the internet for research.
Julie prefers reading magazines in the café.
David always studies in the quiet area.
Anna listens to music with her headphones.
And Tom takes part in the monthly book club.

✅ SECTION 3 – Students Discussing a Project

Tom: So, Lucy, we need to start working on our project. Have you chosen a topic?
Lucy: I was thinking about recycling in cities. What do you think?
Tom: Sounds good. It’s something we can research easily.

Lucy: Yes, but we don’t have much time. The presentation is on Friday.
Tom: Right. That gives us four days. I can start writing the report.
Lucy: Okay, and I’ll make the slides. Let’s use PowerPoint.
Tom: Agreed. For information, I think we should use government websites and local news.
Lucy: Good idea. I’ll also ask my cousin – she works in waste management.

Tom: What about visuals?
Lucy: We can add some graphs and a few pictures.
Tom: Great. So, we meet every evening?
Lucy: Yes, at 6 p.m. That should work.
Tom: Oh, and let’s email the teacher to ask for some feedback.
Lucy: Perfect. Let’s get started!

✅ SECTION 4 – A Talk on Dolphins

Speaker: Today, we’re going to learn some interesting facts about dolphins. Dolphins are highly intelligent and social animals. They often live in groups, called pods.

Dolphins communicate with each other using clicks, whistles, and other sounds. Surprisingly, they sleep with one eye open, so they stay alert.

Their diet mostly includes fish and squid. Dolphins can live up to 40 years in the wild, depending on the species.

Studies have shown that dolphins can recognize themselves in mirrors, which is a sign of self-awareness. They often live near the coast, where food is plentiful.

Dolphins are also known for their use in therapy for children with special needs. However, they face many threats, such as water pollution and fishing nets.

✅ ĐÁP ÁN CHI TIẾT – IELTS LISTENING PRACTICE TEST 2

✅ SECTION 1: Booking a Hotel Room (Form Completion)

Write ONE WORD AND/OR A NUMBER

✅ SECTION 2: Library Information (Multiple Choice + Matching)

Questions 11–14 (Choose A, B, or C)

Questions 15–20 (Matching)

✅ SECTION 3: Students Discussing a Project

(Multiple Choice + Sentence Completion)

Questions 21–25 (Choose A, B, or C)

Questions 26–30 (Sentence Completion)

✅ SECTION 4: A Talk on Dolphins (Note Completion)

Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER

🎯 GỢI Ý TÍNH BAND SCORE THAM KHẢO: