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IELTS Listening Homework Overview

1. The main broadcasting companies in Britain are the BBC and IBA. The BBC controls national radio and has four radio stations that play different genres of music and programs. It also has two TV channels, with BBC 2 airing more serious and news-focused content. 2. The IBA is responsible for overseeing independent TV companies. Television programs in Britain have a high standard overall but some people worry about the amount of violence. 3. Popular sports in Britain include football, cricket, tennis, swimming, and ice skating. Outdoor sports like sailing, rowing, walking, rock climbing and horse riding take place in the landscape, while indoor sports include squash and ice skating. Motor racing is also

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IELTS Listening Homework Overview

1. The main broadcasting companies in Britain are the BBC and IBA. The BBC controls national radio and has four radio stations that play different genres of music and programs. It also has two TV channels, with BBC 2 airing more serious and news-focused content. 2. The IBA is responsible for overseeing independent TV companies. Television programs in Britain have a high standard overall but some people worry about the amount of violence. 3. Popular sports in Britain include football, cricket, tennis, swimming, and ice skating. Outdoor sports like sailing, rowing, walking, rock climbing and horse riding take place in the landscape, while indoor sports include squash and ice skating. Motor racing is also

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  • Exercise 1: Listen and Complete
  • Exercise 3: True or False Statements
  • Exercise 4: How to Grow Chives

Class #13  

          IELTS LISTENING HOMEWORK


May 8 2021
th

Exercise 1: Listen to the talk and complete the note below (t66)
There are two main broadcasting companies in Britain.
One is 1. (BBC), the other is 2. (IBA).
National radio is controlled by the 3. (BBC). There are four stations.
Station Programs
Radio
1 4. (pop) music, news and magazine-style programs

Radio
2 5. (light) music and reports on sports.

Radio
3 6. (classical music)
Radio
4 7.(news program), (drama), and general interests

8. The BBC has (2) TV channels. (BBC 2) has more serious programs and news features.
9. The IBA is responsible for looking after (original) independent TV companies.
10. There’s a break for advertisements about every (15 to 20) minutes.
11. Channel 4 is an independent channel. It has more (specialize) programs than the main
channels.
12. Many people think the program in British TV have a (high) standard, but some people (worry
about) the amount of violence on TV.
Exercise 2, t67:
Listen to the talk and fill in the missing information.
Sports Where
Water sports 1. (sailing) 2. (rowling) On the lakes, rivers and coastlines

3. (walking) 4. (rock climbing) 5. (horse In the landscape


riding)

Football, 6. (cricket), 7.(tennis) 8. (outdoors)

Squash, 9. (swimming), 10. (ice skating) Indoors

Questions 11-16
Indicate whether the following statements are True or False by writing T or F in the boxes below
11. All colleges have their own impressive sports facilities ___F___
12. The most popular outdoor sports are football and tennis. ___F___
13. Motor racing is one of the popular sports in Britain. ____T__
14. To “play the game” means “that’s not fair”. __F____
15. “That’s not cricket” means “to be fair”.   __F____
16. The most popular sport in Britain is football.   ____T__

Exercise 3, t62:
Mrs. Tiger’s new tenant is asking what he is allowed to do. Listen to the conversation and make
a cross (X) if it is not allowed and fill in the table below.
Items Not Allowed under certain conditions
allowed
Posters on the Yes, but don’t use sellotape

walls
Smoke X
Cook in the kitchen Yes, but before [Link]
Pets X
Watch TV Yes, but don’t have it on after midnight
Have friends to visit Yes, but only 2 or 3 friends at the same time
Have a bath Yes, but except between [Link] and [Link]

Exercise 4 (t68):
How to grow chives
Listen to the conversation and write down the missing information in the notes below
What you need
 You need a bag of 1. (potting soil), 2. (chive seeds), and a pot with 3. (hole) in the
bottom.
 
What to do 
 First fill 4. (pot) with potting soil. Don't use soil from your 5. (garden)
 Second, 6. (water) the soil well. Water should come out of the hole 7. (in the pot) then,
sprinkle about 8. (10 to 15) seeds on top of the soil.
 Cover the seeds with 9. (a little) potting soil. Water 10. (lightly) Put the pot near a 11.
(sunny) window. Do not let the soil 12. (dry out)
 The chives will come up in about 13. (2) weeks. 
 You can start to cut the chives when they are about 8 centimeters or about 14. (3 inchs)
tall. Cut only about 15. (1/3) the plant at one time. This way the chives will 16. (keep)
growing.
 You can grow chives 17. (outside) in a sunny place. Plant the seeds in 18. (early spring).
Chives are 19. (perennial). They will 20. (come up) every year.

Common questions

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Channel 4 plays a crucial role in the British TV landscape by offering more specialized programs than the main channels. This not only broadens the scope of content available to viewers but also caters to niche interests not typically covered by larger networks. Its independence allows for more creative freedom and diversity in programming, which can contribute to higher variety and potential quality, enriching the overall broadcasting ecosystem .

Successfully growing chives indoors involves selecting appropriate containers with drainage holes, using potting soil rather than garden soil, and ensuring consistent watering that allows excess to drain. Placing the pot in a sunny location and ensuring soil moisture are key to growth. Cutting chives only a third at a time ensures continued growth, reflecting broader indoor gardening principles of proper light, moisture management, and sustainable harvesting to promote healthy plant development .

Mrs. Tiger's household rules, such as restrictions on smoking, pets, and noise levels, reflect a balance between accommodating tenant freedoms and maintaining household order. Allowing posters but not with sellotape, and regulating the time and number of visitors aim to preserve property condition and ensure a harmonious living environment. These rules underscore a common approach in tenant-landlord dynamics where the landlord seeks to maintain control over living standards while offering reasonable tenant privileges .

Perennial plants like chives offer sustainability benefits to home gardening by automatically regrowing each year, reducing the need for annual replanting and consistent resource use. This natural regrowth minimizes soil disturbance, enhancing biodiversity and soil health. Additionally, perennials contribute to long-term garden stability, enabling gardeners to maintain productive, low-maintenance gardens year after year .

Leisure sports such as walking, rock climbing, and sailing foster physical health by providing varied exercise opportunities that enhance cardiovascular fitness and muscle strength. Additionally, these activities promote mental well-being through interaction with natural environments. Walking and rock climbing often form community events or clubs, fostering social ties and inclusivity. Sailing, often a group activity, strengthens teamwork and local tourism economies, demonstrating leisure sports as integral to both community cohesion and holistic health improvement .

BBC Radio stations cater to varied audiences with distinct content. Radio 1 focuses on pop music, news, and magazine-style programs, targeting a younger audience with vibrant content. Radio 2 offers light music and sports reports, providing a more relaxed listening experience. Radio 3 is dedicated to classical music, appealing to classical music enthusiasts. Meanwhile, Radio 4 provides news programs, drama, and general interest topics, aimed at listeners interested in more serious and in-depth content .

In Britain, the IBA (Independent Broadcasting Authority) oversees independent TV companies and manages advertisement distribution. Ads appear approximately every 15 to 20 minutes, providing a financial model for independent channels while structuring viewer experience around regular, predictable interruptions. This approach could impact viewer engagement and content flow, as frequent advertisement breaks may detract from the overall viewing experience, contrasting with BBC channels that are ad-free and rely on public funding .

BBC TV channels focus on delivering a mix of serious programs and news features, particularly in BBC 2, which caters to audiences seeking in-depth content. In contrast, independent channels like Channel 4 offer more specialized programs, targeting niche audiences and interests. This differentiation in content strategy allows BBC channels to focus on general interest and educational programming, while independent channels provide diversity and variety with tailored content .

The phrase 'to play the game' in British sports culture signifies following fair play and adhering to sportsmanship principles. Although sometimes misunderstood as similar to 'that's not fair,' it actually conveys the importance of maintaining fairness and integrity in competition. This cultural idiom highlights the value placed on upright behavior and respect for rules within British sporting traditions .

British culture reflects distinct preferences and impacts for indoor versus outdoor sports. Outdoor sports like football and cricket are deeply embedded in British society, often drawing large community and media attention. They are typically played in natural settings, contributing to seasonal tourism and local economies. Indoor sports such as squash, swimming, and ice skating provide year-round participation opportunities, especially appealing in colder months. However, indoor venues require more resources to maintain, impacting their environmental footprint compared to the natural settings of outdoor sports .

Class #13
             IELTS LISTENING HOMEWORK
May 8th 2021
Exercise 1: Listen to the talk and complete the note below (t66)
Indicate whether the following statements are True or False by writing T or F in the boxes below
11. All colleges have their

Second, 6. (water) the soil well. Water should come out of the hole 7. (in the pot) then, 
sprinkle about 8. (10 to 15) see

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