Are you looking for more IELTS Listening practice?
In this episode, you will get Listening Part 1 questions with audio and answers!
We’ll also walk you through using strategies to get more answers correct.
Strategy: make predictions
When completing IELTS Listening questions, first identify key words in the questions.
You need to know what to listen for.
You should also make predictions about what type of word the answer will be.
What type of word is needed in the blank?
Should you be listening for a noun, a verb or an adjective?
Will it likely be the name of a place?
Look over the following questions and make predictions to practice this strategy.
Listening Part 1 questions
| Wedding venue details Willow Creek ___________ Grand Garden Ballroom holds _______ guests |
| Included in package • use of the estate from 10 a.m. to _________ • tables and chairs for up to 350 guests • setup and breakdown • access to bridal and groom ________ • on-site coordinator • indoor or outdoor _________ • catering and bar services Reservation details Date: ________ Total cost: ________ Balance due by _______. |
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Part 1 Listening audio
To hear the audio for this practice, listen to the podcast episode.
Here is a transcript of the audio:
Venue:
Good afternoon! Thank you for calling Willow Creek Estate, this is Taylor—how can I help you today?
Taylor (Caller):
Hi Taylor, I’m looking to book a wedding, and I wanted to see if your venue could accommodate about 300 guests.
Venue:
Absolutely, we’d love to help with that. Our Grand Garden Ballroom comfortably holds up to 350 seated guests. Do you have a date in mind yet?
Taylor:
We’re looking at either May 17th or June 7th next year. Do you happen to have availability for either?
Venue:
Let me check for you… Yes—we still have both of those Saturdays open as of today. They are very popular dates though, so I’d recommend holding one as soon as possible if you’re seriously considering it.
Taylor:
Good to know. Could you walk me through what’s included with the venue rental?
Venue:
Of course! Our full wedding package includes exclusive use of the estate from 10 AM to midnight, tables and chairs for up to 350 guests, setup and breakdown, access to our bridal and groom suites, an on-site coordinator, and your choice of indoor or outdoor ceremony space. We also offer in-house catering and bar services, or you’re welcome to bring in your own licensed vendors.
Taylor:
That sounds great. I think I’ll go ahead and book for June 7th. What does the pricing look like for that day in June with 300 guests?
Venue:
For peak season Saturdays, the base venue rental is $8,900. Catering typically averages around $85 to $110 per guest, depending on your menu choices and bar package. So for 300 guests, you’re looking at a ballpark total of around $40,000 including everything.
Taylor:
Okay, that’s within our range. When do you need payment?
Venue:
A deposit of 50% is required immediately and the balance will be due July 1.
Answer key
| Wedding venue details Willow Creek ___________ (Estate) Grand Garden Ballroom holds _______ guests (350) |
| Included in package • use of the estate from 10 a.m. to _________ (midnight) • tables and chairs for up to 350 guests • setup and breakdown – • access to bridal and groom ________ (suites) • on-site coordinator • indoor or outdoor _________ (ceremony space) • catering and bar services Reservation details Date: ________ (June 7 / June 7th) Total cost: ________ ($40,000) Balance due by _______. (July 1 / July 1st) |
How to use this practice
After identifying key words and making predictions, listen to the audio.
Don’t follow along with the transcripts below.
You must practice answering questions without seeing the text.
After checking your answers, look through the transcripts and determine why you missed any answers.
Takeaway
You need to be completing IELTS listening practice.
If you are having trouble finding enough practice, we’re here to help!
This additional practice with strategies and explanations will help you get the score you need.
You can find all the strategies you need in our online course, 3 Keys IELTS.
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