Cambridge 18 IELTS Academic Listening Test 3 | Free Online CD Mock Test

21–22 Which TWO opinions about the Luddites do the students express?

Choose TWO letters, A–E.

A. Their actions were ineffective.

B. They are still influential today.

C. They have received unfair criticism.

D. They were proved right.

E. Their attitude is understandable.

23–24 Which TWO predictions about the future of work are the students doubtful about?

Choose TWO letters, A–E.

A. Work will be more rewarding.

B. Unemployment will fall.

C. People will want to delay retiring.

D. Working hours will be shorter.

E. People will change jobs more frequently.

Questions 25-30

What comment do the students make about each of the following jobs?

Choose SIX answers from the box and write the correct letter, A-G, next to Questions.

Comments

A These jobs are likely to be at risk.

B Their role has become more interesting in recent years.

C The number of people working in this sector has fallen dramatically.

D This job will require more qualifications.

E Higher disposable income has led to a huge increase in jobs.

F There is likely to be a significant rise in demand for this service.

G Both employment and productivity have risen.

Jobs

25 Accountants

26 Hairdressers

27 Administrative staff

28 Agricultural workers

29 Care workers

30 Bank clerks

Questions