before giving her presentation kate was worried about

Questions 1-5  Listen from here

Choose the correct letter, A, B or C .

1    Before giving her presentation, Kate was worried about 

A being asked difficult questions.

B using the projection equipment.

C explaining statistical results.

2    During many presentations by students, Martin feels that

A the discussion of research methods is not detailed enough.

B lecturers do not show enough interest in their students' work.

C the student does not make enough eye contact with the audience.

3    What is Kate’s opinion of the tutorials she attends?

A They involve too much preparation.

B They should be held more frequently.

C They do not have a clear focus.

4    What does Martin intend to do next semester?

A make better use of the internet

B improve his note-taking skills

C prioritise reading lists effectively

5    What problem do Kate and Martin both have when using the library? 

A The opening hours are too short.

B   There are too few desks to work at.

C   The catalogue is difficult to use.

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Tip: Multiple-choice with single answer

►    This task requires you to choose the correct answer to each question from three possible answers .

►    There may be between one and ten questions.

►    The questions follow the order of the recording.

►    Within each question, you may hear reference to the three options in any order.

►    If you realise you have missed a question, don’t try to remember it, but move on, and make sure you do not miss the next question(s).

►    Multiple-choice questions vary considerably in terms of complexity.  In Section 1, they ask you to listen for relatively straightforward facts, but in Section 3 and Section 4, the questions will test your understanding of opinions, feelings, evidence, argument, and so on.

►    Do not immediately choose an option simply because you hear the same word or words on the recording. It is your understanding of the meaning of the whole question that is tested here.

Step-by-step guide

►     Step 1 - Think first

It is very important that you read the question carefully.

The stems of some questions (here  Questions 1  and  2)  are partial sentences, to be completed by the possible answers, while the stems of others are  complete questions (here  Questions 3, 4  and  5)

►     Step 2 - Watch out for possible dangers

Look at  Question 1.  The question consists of two parts: ' Before giving her presentation ' and ' Kate was worried about '. This is what you must listen for.

These are some dangers in choosing an answer:

• You hear Kate say what worried her during or after the presentation, not   before  her presentation, and choose the wrong answer.
• You hear Kate say what she was looking forward to, not what she was  worried about  before the presentation, and choose the wrong answer.
• You hear another speaker, not   Kate,  say what he or she was worried about before his or her presentation, and choose the wrong answer.

►    Step 3 - Consider the possibilities

Look at the tapescript for  Question 1  and answer the questions below about options A, B and C .

I was ever so nervous beforehand. It's silly, because I do know my stuff quite well. I must know those  statistics inside out, but when you have to get each table of results to come up in the right order, it can make you nervous . It was my first time using the  computerised projector , and I was sure I was going to get the controls wrong , or something. And of course, that's not a good situation, if you know you've got to listen to questions carefully and be ready to answer quickly .

1    Did Kate expect to be asked questions ?............

2    Does she talk about questions being difficult ? ........

3    Is option A the correct answer?............

1    Does she talk about using projection equipment ?

2     Does she talk about problems in connection with  projection equipment?............

3    Is option B the correct answer?............

1     Does she talk about statistical results ?............

2     Does she say that explaining statistical results was s omething she was worried about?............

3    Is option C the correct answer?............

► Step 4 - Listen and do the task

Questions 6-10  Listen from here

Who will do the following tasks?

C both Martin and Kate

Write  the correct letter, A, B or C next to questions 6-10 .

6 A B C     compose questionnaire    

7 A B C    select people to interview   

8 A B C    conduct interviews   

9 A B C    analyse statistics    

10 A B C    prepare visuals for presentation   

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Tips:  Classification

►    This task requires you to answer a series of questions with the same choice of answers in each case.

►    Although the possible answers are the same for each question, the questions do not depend on each other. You can get one question wrong, but the next one right.

►    Do not try to ' break the code ': it is not possible to predict how many answers will be the same, or to find a pattern of any kind.

►    In some cases, option C may be the combination of options A and B. In other cases, the possible answers may consist of three distinct possibilities - three different people, places, periods of time, and so on.

►    If you miss one question, leave it and go on to the next one.

►     Step 1 - Think first

What you hear on the recording may be different words from the questions, but with the same meaning.

For ' compose a questionnaire ' in  Question 6 ,  you might hear ' write a questionnaire ', ' create a questionnaire ', ' produce questions for a questionnaire ', ' put a questionnaire together ', and so on.

Look at  Questions 7-10.  Think of what you might hear on the tape and write your ideas:

7 ..........................................................................................

8 ..........................................................................................

9 ..........................................................................................

10 ..........................................................................................

►     Step 2 - Check what you will hear

Look at the tapescript for  Question 6.

Kate:  Yes. Well, we're going to need the questionnaire before we can do much else, aren't we? Do you want to handle that?

Martin:  I'd assumed we'd do it together ?

Kate:  You have more experience than me. Maybe you could think up the main questions, you know, a first version of the whole thing, and then I could read it through.

Martin:  And make suggestions? Well, OK .

Kate first suggests that Martin ' handles ' the questionnaire. If you choose option A (Martin) at this point, you are answering the question too soon . At this point, it has not been confirmed who will do the task of composing the questionnaire.

Next, Martin suggests that they do the task together . This indicates that both Martin and Kate (option C) is the answer. However, you cannot be sure, because Kate has not agreed to this yet.

Then Kate accepts Martin's suggestion and clarifies how they will both do the task. But you still cannot be sure, because Martin has not agreed to this.

Finally, Martin confirms his agreement ('Well, OK.'), and you can now safely choose option C as the correct answer.

►     Step 3 - Listen and do the task

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Questions 1 to 4 Complete the notes below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer. EASYLET ACCOMODATION AGENCY Cheapest properties 1 per week Minimum period of contract: 2 Office open Saturdays until 3 List of properties available on 4

Questions 5 to 7 Choose THREE letters A-G Which three things are included for free with every property for rent from Easylet? A hearing bills B kitchen equipment C plates and glasses D sheets and towels E telephone F television G water bill 5 ___

Time’s up

9. Granby Mansions ___

10. Busby Garden ___

Questions 11 and 12 For each question choose two letters A-E 11 Which TWO activities for school groups need to be booked one week in advance?

12 Which TWO facilities are closed in winter?

Questions 21-25 Choose the correct letter, A, B or C. 21 Before giving her presentation, Kate was worried about

22 During many presentations by students, Martin feels that

23 What is Kate’s opinion of the tutorials she attends?

24 What does Martin intend to do next semester?

25 What problem do Kate and Martin both have when using the library!

Questions 26-30 Who will do the following tasks? A Martin B Kate C both Martin and Kate Write the correct letter, A, B or C next to questions 26–30. 26 compose questionnaire

27 select people to interview

28 conduct interviews

29 analyse statistics

30 prepare visuals for presentation

Questions 31-34 Answer the questions below. Write NO MORE THAN ONE WORD AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer. 31 Where was a Stone Age rubbish dump found? 32 In Medieval times, what type of waste was most common? 33 What did science link with waste? 34 Which invention is the biggest problem for the environment? 

Questions 35-37 List THREE factors which led to the increase in waste. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.

Questions 38-40 Which country uses the highest proportion of each method of waste disposal? Choose your answers from the box and write the letters A-F next to questions 38-40. A Denmark B Germany C Japan D Switzerland E UK F USA 38 incineration:

39 landfill:

40 recycling:

(Q.1 to Q10)

2. 6 months

4. (the) internet

(Q.11 to Q.20)

13. 28th August

14. people at work

15. careers advice

16. land from air

17. balloon trip

(Q.21 to Q.30)

(Q.31 to Q.40)

32. organic

33. disease

34. plastic

35. mass manufacturing

36. packaging

37. disposable goods

I think you should check the 10th question. Probably, correct answer is E. Thank You!

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What you need to know before your first presentation

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Giving your first presentation or speech is daunting.  I’ve worked with many new presenters and here’s the advice that has made the most difference to them.

1. Content is king

Your audience is there for what you are going to say. Not how you say it .

This is good news for you as a new speaker. That’s because though you may not be comfortable in front of an audience, you can prepare good content.

Preparing good content requires time and effort – but there’s no mystery or magic to it. You can do it – even if you’ve never presented before. For a simple planning process check out my Presentation Planning Guide .

2. Good content leads to better delivery

Here’s a benefit for you of spending time preparing good content for your presentation. If you’re happy with your content you will deliver better.

Its an awful feeling to be standing in front of an audience with a little voice in your head going “I’m waffling. I don’t know how to express this.” That little voice will influence the way you come across – you may become quieter, more tentative and um and ah more.

If you feel good about the content of your presentation, you will feel less nervous than if you feel bad about it. And therefore you will come across better.

3. Expect and accept that you will be nervous

Preparing good content won’t get rid of your nerves entirely. It’s normal to feel nervous about presenting (see this post Why do you have a fear of public speaking ). Rather than panic about your nerves – which will make them worse – simply tell yourself  “I’m nervous, that’s normal and I can handle it.”

For more on reducing your fear of public speaking see the Nervousness category of this blog.

4. Your nervousness doesn’t show as much as you feel it

I know this is difficult to believe. You’re so aware of your nerves, it’s difficult to comprehend that others won’t notice.

But here’s the distinction to get. Your perception of your nerves comes from feeling them. Your audience’s perception of your nerves comes from seeing them. You can feel your heart beating like its going to explode out of your chest – your audience can’t see it. You can feel the sweat trickling down your sides – your audience can’t see it.

Yes, there are some symptoms of nerves that you audience may be able to see or hear – but they will not be as obvious to the audience as they are to you.

5. An audience will forgive most things

An audience is not a monster. An audience is composed of individual human beings. And most of those human beings won’t mind you being nervous, they’re not expecting dynamic delivery (they’d be disappointed most of the time) and they’ll forgive the odd um and ah .

There’s one thing though that most people are slower to forgive – and that’s a lack of preparation leading to disorganized and rambling content. They’ve given up their time to listen to you – respect that by putting time into your preparation. For more on this see 4 reasons to spend time planning your presentation .

6. Rehearsal makes you better

Rehearsal, rehearsal, rehearsal. You may not enjoy rehearsing because it will bring up feelings of nervousness about the real presentation. But with each rehearsal you will incrementally improve. On our courses, our participants report that each rehearsal improves the content of their presentation and the way that they come across.

For more on rehearsal see How to go from good presenter to great presenter .

7. Talk to one person at a time

This is the one delivery tip I’m going to give you. There’s only so much you can focus on in your first presentation and this tip will make the most difference to the way you come across.

Before you start speaking, find one person to speak to. Talk to that person for a few seconds (this could be a phrase or short sentence) and look for their reaction to what you’re saying. Then find someone else to talk to, talk to them for a few seconds, look for their reaction – and repeat.

You already know how to do this. You do it in the everyday conversations you have with people. All you’re doing is transferring a skill you already have to a slightly different context. I call it Conversational presenting .

Go well with your first presentation – and let me know what you find most useful in this list.

Or, if you’re a more experienced presenter, what have you found to be the most useful piece of advice for new presenters?

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I’ve always thouth that content is king and delivery is its helpful or unhelpful servant. If people leave a presentation commenting on my delivery — “whew, I really liked the way he gestured” — the speech was a failure. I want people to remember my ideas and act on them.

Delivery is important, but it can be — and often is — overemphasized. There’s a reason for that: it’s easier to focus on externals — how you look and sound — than to create a compeling message.

And I agree that an audience will forgive most things, except lack of preparation (or anything that produces a really boring speech). It helps me to remember that audiences want speakers to succeed. Who wants to sit through a bad presentation?

Best, Chris

Hi Chris I agree totally with what you say. Particularly the point that people giving feedback often focus on externals because it’s easier. Olivia

Olivia –

This is a wonderful post of 7 (“The Magical Number Seven…”) points for new presenters. It made me realise that when I’m teaching / coaching new presenters, I haven’t given enough attention to your #1 and #2 points about content. They’re spot on. I really stress points #5 (audiences are basically sympathetic – don’t mess it up, or, as Chris’ post said, they want you to succeed) and #7 (speak to one person at a time – and remember to go back to your “supporters” when you need a boost.)

Now, what’s the most useful piece of advice for new presenters? Two things people have told me they found most useful are:

1 – Even if you’re doing something seemingly dry, like a technical presentation or a status update, remember that you’re telling a story. And, as in the movies, you should storyboard it. I use the “5 bubbles” or “5 frames” approach – most presenters and presentation coaches have a similar framework. 1 – Get their attention with a “hook” that establishes why they even want to listen. It might be something counter-intuitive that jolts them, or something they strongly agree with that you have interesting backup for – there’s no formula other than knowing what matters to them, and how your presentation relates. 2, 3, 4 – describe the three key points you need (not want) to make to back up your contention / conclusion. 5 – wrap it up in the conclusion that you set out to bring them to, with a call to action if that’s appropriate. I summarize it as “hook, line, and sinker.” The central point is that you should be able to reduce your entire presentation down to a few sentences – a very short but compelling story – that you relate at the beginning of the presentation in a more interesting and cohesive way than the usual outline or agenda. I always think in terms of “what if I only had one minute to make my point?”

2 – Like the ancient Greeks did, establish the “rhetorical context” – audience, occasion, and purpose. Audience – who are the participants, what are their biases, interests, demographics, and other components of their world view? Occasion – not just the presentation itself (e.g., informal “lunch and learn” vs. conference session) but what’s going on in their world? (e.g., the company posted a record-setting quarterly loss yesterday and you’re seeking approval for an expensive initiative.) Purpose, theirs and yours – what do they want out of the presentation (other than just getting out!) and what do you want out of the presentation? The central point? Consider these, WRITE DOWN WHAT YOU CONCLUDE, and then ask “how will this affect my content and delivery?”

There’s lots more I could say, but, as usual, I’ve turned a comment into a mini blog post. 😉 Thanks again for a great post.

Hi Alec Thank you for adding so many useful pieces of advice for presenters of all levels of experience. As you say most presentation trainers have a similar framework that they teach. You can find mine here http://www.speakingaboutpresenting.com/create-effective-presentation/ . Two points I would make are:

– For beginner presenters don’t worry too much about the “hook” at the beginning of the presentation. see http://www.speakingaboutpresenting.com/content/presentation-openings-levels/ . – Put your central point (what I call the key message) at the beginning of your presentation, as well as at the end.

Hi Olivia –

As usual, you’re right on about the problems with emphasising the “hook” at the beginning of a presentation, especially for people who are new to presenting. It can work about as well as opening with a joke, which is to say, not at all.

In my post I was probably projecting a bit too much of my situation into the advice for new presenters – I do a lot of conference keynotes and such, and organisers expect me to do a dynamic and somewhat controversial presentation. For a new presenter, suggesting that they try to come up with a clever hook was bad advice, or at least bad wording, on my part.

The important point is that you need some sort of an opening statement, which doesn’t have to be dramatic – it just has to be better than “Here’s the agenda for my presentation today…” which we’ve all seen far too often. The post you referenced (“Three Levels of Presentation Openings”) gives excellent advice on doing this.

Clients hounded me start teaching my “Facilitation and Presentations” class again, and next week is the first delivery in several years. (Yes, I’m a wee bit nervous.) I will definitely point everyone at your site as a primary source of excellent information.

Cheers, Alec

Go well with teaching the class, Alec. Olivia

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Questions 1-4. Complete the notes below. Write NO MORE THAN ONE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.

Questions 5-7. Choose THREE letters A-G. Which THREE things are included for free with every property for rent from Easylet?

5. ___________

6. ___________

7. ___________

Questions 8-10. Label the map below. Write the correct letter A-H next to questions 8-10. Where are the following blocks of flats situated?

8. Eastern Towers ____

9. Granby Mansions ____

10. Busby Garden ____

PART 2: QUESTIONS 11-20

Questions 11-12. For each question, choose TWO letters A-E

11. Which TWO activities for school groups need to be booked one week in advance?

• A. drama workshops
• B. garden sculpture experience
• C. painting demonstrations
• D. tours for the blind E. video making

12. Which TWO facilities are closed in winter?

• A. adventure playground
• B . artists’ studio
• D. mini zoo

Questions 13-17. Complete the table below. Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.

Questions 18-20. Label the plan below. Choose THREE answers from the box and write the letters A-F next to questions 18-20.

18. _____________

19. _____________

20. _____________

PART 3: QUESTIONS 21-30

Questions 21-25

Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.

21. Before giving her presentation, Kate was worried about

• A. being asked difficult questions.
• B. using the projection equipment.
• C. explaining statistical results.

22. During many presentations by students, Martin feels that

• A. the discussion of research methods is not detailed enough.
• B. lecturers do not show enough interest in their students’ work.
• C. the student does not make enough eye contact with the audience

23. What is Kate’s opinion of the tutorials she attends?

• A. They involve too much preparation.
• B. They should be held more frequently.
• C. They do not have a clear focus

24. What does Martin intend to do next semester?

• A. make better use of the internet
• B. improve his note-taking skills
• C. prioritise reading lists effectively

25. What problem do Kate and Martin both have when using the library?

• A. The opening hours are too short.
• B. There are too few desks to work at.
• C. The catalogue is difficult to use

Questions 26-30. Who will do the following tasks?

• C both Martin and Kate

Write the correct letter, A , B or C next to questions 26-30 .

26. compose questionnaire ___________

27. select people to interview ____________

28. conduct interviews __________

29. analyse statistics __________

30. prepare visuals for presentation _________

PART 4: QUESTIONS 31-40

Questions 31-34. Answer the questions below. Write NO MORE THAN ONE WORD for each answer.

31. Where was a Stone Age rubbish dump found?

____________________

32. In Medieval times, what type of waste was most common?

33. What did science link with waste?

34. Which invention is the biggest problem for the environment?

Questions 35-37. List THREE factors which led to the increase in waste. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.

35 _______________

36 _______________

37 _______________

Questions 38-40. Which country uses the highest proportion of each method of waste disposal?

Choose your answers from the box and write the letters A-F next to questions 38-40.

38. incineration ___________

39. landfill ______________

40. recycling ____________

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Section 3 of IELTS Listening test. Listen to the audio and complete all the questions. After you finish, press 'check' and move on to the next section.

SECTION 3. QUESTIONS 21-30

Questions 21-25

Answer the questions below. Choose the correct letter, A , B , or C .

21 . Why do people experience pain?

• It preserves good health condition
• It prevents us from damaging ourselves
• Continuous pain is useful for humans

22 . What parts of our body are responsible for feeling pain?

• Receptors and nerves
• Some part of our brain
• Pain is a complex process, which involves various parts of our body

23 . How many people in the UK suffer from pain?

24 . Is chronic pain different from pain we feel when we knock our knee?

• No, all kinds of pain have evolved as survival mechanisms
• Yes, there is an enormous difference
• We don’t have much insight into that

25 . Professor John Wood compares pain perception to

• Continuousness

Questions 26-28

Choose the correct letters,  A ,  B , or  C .

26 . How do scientists block pain nowadays?

• By blocking activity of nerves that send electrical signals
• By understanding mechanisms of pain perception and altering them
• By threating the central nervous system

27 . When do patients experience “phantom limb” pain?

• After the operation
• While their wounds heal
• After the amputation

28 . Are peripheral nerves involved in process of feeling pain?

• No, pain has nothing to do with peripheral nerves
• Yes, peripheral nerves are required to feel pain
• Scientists don’t know much about pain perception nowadays

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Complete the information below. Write  NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS  for each answer.

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Part 1: Questions 1 and 2 Complete the notes below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/ OR A NUMBER for each answer.

The caller works as a teacher

1. There will be passengers on the train. 2. The students leave the school

Questions 3-8 Complete the notes below. Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/ OR A NUMBER for each answer.

Name of client: (3) Address: Down Language School, Down House, (4) Brighton Contact number: (5) to be contacted on 01273512634 Pick-up time: (6) Return time: (7) Purpose of hire: visit to Stonehenge and (8)

Questions 9 and 10 Answer the questions below using NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.

9. What does the cost of hiring the coach include? 10. Who does the customer have to speak to before confirming the booking?

11. tourist information 12. Car park 13. Museum 14. picnic area 15. Gift shop

Questions 16-18 Which THREE activities or events do you need to pay to get in?

Choose THREE letters A-F.

A museum B castle C fireworks D gardens E rock concert F jazz concert

Questions 19 and 20 Answer the questions below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/ OR A NUMBER for each answer.

19. How often is the charity event held?

20. Who does the Age Concern help?

Part 3: Questions 21-26 Choose the correct letter A, B or C.

21. Before giving his presentation Paul is worried about A choosing what information to use B not remembering what to say C organizing the projection equipment

22. Paul’s friends advise him not to A speak about popular periods B talk at length about art history C speak too quickly in the presentation

23. Why does Paul like the idea of the timeline? A it will be visually pleasing B it will save some time C it will keep him focused

24. Paul is going to show famous works of art to A show people that he has good taste B make people think about what counts as art C prove that modern art is not as good as classic art

25. Paul wants his presentation to A change personal opinions B create a big fight C start an exciting debate

26. What does Isabel say about modern artists? A they are skillful B they paint like children C they have a sense of freedom

Questions 27-30 Complete the notes below using NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.

Tips to find pictures • Go to fine art section in (27) • Ask (28) for access to slide bank • If not, use the (29) • Find pictures using a (30)

Part 4: Questions 31-33 Choose the correct letter A, B or C.

31. What does the speaker say about newspapers? A they never report developments in science accurately B he became interested in his subject because of a newspaper report C they only report developments in renewable energy technology

32. What significant event took place in 1956? A scientists discovered a new source of energy B a new type of power station came into service C Helium was first produced from hydrogen

33. What does the speaker consider to be the main problem with nuclear fusion? A irresponsible scientists make false claims on the subject B it takes too long to produce the required reaction C the reaction has not produced usable quantities of energy

Questions 34 and 35 Complete the sentences below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/ OR A NUMBER for each answer.

34. Temperatures of at least degrees are needed for fusion to take place. 35. Creating the pressure required in a is a major technological problem.

Questions 36-40 Complete the summary below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.

In order for nuclear fusion to produce useful quantities of energy isotopes of hydrogen must be brought together at extremely high temperatures and pressures. A number of (36) will suspend the fuel so that it does not come into contact with the sides of the (37) Another one will raise the temperature of the fuel pellet to that required to start the (38) Extra energy released in this process will be used to produce (39) that can be used to generate electricity. It is believed that the amount of energy that can be produced from (40) of fusion fuel is equivalent to that which can be produced from 10000 tonnes of fossil fuel.

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IELTS Listening Practice Test 23 Printable

22 Pauls friends advise him not to A speak about popular periods. B talk at length about art history. C speak too quickly in the presentation.

23 Why does Paul like the idea of the timeline? A It will be visually pleasing. B It will save some time. C It will keep him focused.

24 Paul is going to show famous works of art to A show people that he has good taste. B make people think about what counts as art. C prove that modern art isn’t as good as classic art.

25 Paul wants his presentation to A change personal opinions. B create a big fight. C start an exciting debate.

26 What does Isabel say about modern artists? A They are skilful. B They paint like children. C They have a sense of freedom. Questions 27-30 Complete the notes below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.

https://engexam.info/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/IELTS%20Listening%20Practice%20Test%2023,%20Section%204.mp3 Questions 31-36 Complete the diagram below. Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.

37 Technology has made communication easier, encouraging the use of a _____. 38 Some speakers may associate major languages with better _____ 39 A group of people can lose their _____ when their language becomes extinct. 40 We can help preserve languages through specific programmes and by encouraging people to become _____

Answer Keys

• International

Israel-Hamas war

Trump's hush money trial

March 22, 2024 - Catherine, Princess of Wales, says she has cancer

By Thom Poole, Peter Wilkinson , Laura Smith-Spark , Tori B. Powell and Elise Hammond , CNN

Here's what we know so far about Kate's cancer diagnosis

From CNN staff

Catherine, Princess of Wales, announced Friday she has been diagnosed with cancer and is in the "early stages" of chemotherapy treatment.

The princess, known as Kate, described her diagnosis as a “huge shock” in a video  statement  that was filmed by BBC Studios at Windsor on Wednesday.

“We hope that you will understand that, as a family, we now need some time, space and privacy while I complete my treatment," the princess said. "My work has always brought me a deep sense of joy and I look forward to being back when I am able, but for now I must focus on making a full recovery."

Here's what we know so far:

• Few details expected: Kate, 42, who is married to the heir to the British throne, Prince William, did not say what type of cancer she had been diagnosed with and Kensington Palace is not expected to reveal any further medical details, such as what stage the cancer is in.
• Abdominal surgery: The announcement comes two months after Kate had stepped away from public life temporarily following what Kensington Palace said at the time was surgery for a non-cancerous abdominal conditio n. She remained in a London hospital for 13 days following the procedure. Kate was spotted in public last weekend for the first time since January, visiting a farm shop with her husband.
• Preventative chemotherapy: The princess started preventative chemotherapy in late February, a royal source told CNN. She had been expected to return to official duties after Easter. However, she will now postpone further work until she has been cleared by her medical team, the source said.
• Reactions: The news prompted a wave of sympathy and support from public figures around the world, including Prime Minister Rishi Sunak , King Charles , Prince Harry and Meghan , the head of England's National Health Service , Kate's brother James Middleton , French President Emmanuel Macron , as well as the White House and US first lady Jill Biden .
• King Charles also has cancer: Kate's diagnosis is a devastating blow for the British monarchy as  King Charles III is currently undergoing treatment  for an unspecified cancer, which was announced in early February.
• How to tell children: In the time Kate spent away from the public before revealing her cancer diagnosis, one of her biggest priorities was finding the right way to tell her children, she said. CNN understands the royal couple wanted to wait for their young children to be out of school for the Easter vacation before making an announcement. When talking to young people about a parent's cancer diagnosis, experts advise taking the child's age into account. Read more for tips on how to talk to kids about cancer diagnoses.

French president says Princess of Wales' "strength and resilience inspire us all"

From CNN's Amy Cassidy

Princess of Wales' "strength and resilience inspire us all," French President Emmanuel Macron wrote in a post on X on Friday.

Princess of Wales' brother sends touching message after shocking cancer news

From CNN's Niamh Kennedy in London 

James Middleton, the brother of the Princess of Wales, wrote a touching message on Instagram to his sister Friday after her shocking cancer announcement . 

The 36-year-old entrepreneur shared an old family photo of him with his teenage sister.

Prince Harry and Meghan send best wishes to Kate after cancer diagnosis

From CNN’s Max Foster 

Prince Harry and Meghan have sent their well wishes to Catherine, Princess of Wales, after she announced a cancer diagnosis Friday.

"We wish health and healing for Kate and the family, and hope they are able to do so privately and in peace," the Duke and Duchess of Sussex said in a statement.

US first lady Jill Biden to Princess of Wales: "You are brave, and we love you"

From CNN's Arlette Saenz

US first lady Jill Biden posted a message of support on social media for Catherine, Princess of Wales, after the disclosure of her cancer diagnosis.

“You are brave, and we love you. ~Jill,” the first lady wrote on X while re-posting the video message from the princess earlier today. 

Kate started preventative chemotherapy last month, source says

From CNN's Max Foster and Lauren Said-Moorhouse

The video in which the Princess of Wales revealed her cancer diagnosis was filmed by BBC Studios at Windsor on Wednesday.

Kensington Palace is not expected to reveal any further medical details, such as the type of cancer or what stage it is.

The princess started preventative chemotherapy in late February, a royal source told CNN.

Kate had been expected to return to official duties after Easter. However, she will now postpone further work until she has been cleared by her medical team, the source said.

Prince William has been balancing supporting his wife and children while continuing his public-facing duties and will continue to do so, the source added. 

William and Kate waited for children to be out of school before making announcement

From CNN's Max Foster

CNN understands the Prince and Princess of Wales wanted to wait for their young children to be out of school for the Easter vacation before announcing Catherine's cancer.

The couple have three children: Prince George, 10; Princess Charlotte, 8; and Prince Louis, 5.

Friday was the day their children began their Easter break.

“It has taken me time to recover from major surgery in order to start my treatment. But, most importantly, it has taken us time to explain everything to George, Charlotte and Louis in a way that is appropriate for them, and to reassure them that I am going to be OK,” Kate said in her video message.

King says he is "so proud of Catherine for her courage"

From CNN's Peter Wilkinson and Max Foster

King Charles said he was "so proud of Catherine for her courage in speaking as she did" following the announcement by the Princess of Wales that she had cancer.

Charles, who was also diagnosed with cancer following a procedure for an enlarged prostate, remains in the "closest contact with his beloved daughter-in-law," Buckingham Palace said.

"Both Their Majesties will continue to offer their love and support to the whole family through this difficult time."

William and Kate have been a couple for two decades

From CNN's Issy Ronald

Kate and William, whom she praised for the "comfort and reassurance" he had given her after her diagnosis, have been a couple for more than two decades.

They met while studying at the University of St. Andrews in Scotland and initially struck up a friendship. They began dating in 2003, around Christmas time, after she walked down the runway for a university charity fashion show wearing a see-through dress that, as the well-known story goes, captured the young prince's attention. 

After graduating in 2005 with a degree in art history, Kate briefly worked as an accessories buyer for British women’s fashion chain Jigsaw, continuing to date William amid frenzied media attention until they split up in 2007. 

Their split lasted only a few months, however, and they publicly announced their engagement in November 2010. Kate’s sapphire and diamond engagement ring originally belonged to Princess Diana. 

Media coverage at the time focused on Kate’s middle-class upbringing in Berkshire, southeast England, the Middleton family, and her mother Carole’s career journey from flight attendant to successful entrepreneur, spinning a “fairytale” narrative of the first commoner in more than 350 years to marry a prince in the direct line of succession to the throne.  

Much pageantry and fanfare accompanied their wedding at Westminster Abbey on April 29, 2011. Kate wore a custom-made Alexander McQueen dress, complete with such precise detailing that seamstresses had to replace their sewing needles every three hours, according to British Vogue. 

Around 1,900 guests attended the ceremony while the British public were granted an extra public holiday to mark the occasion. Across the country, 24 million viewers -- about a third of the population -- tuned in to watch.   The US viewership was estimated around 22.8 million.

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Kate Middleton Insider Shares an Emotional Update About Her Cancer Battle

Kate Middleton is understandably keeping a low profile while she battles cancer after she shared a health update with the world in late March. There has been little insight from the palace because they are respecting her medical privacy, but a royal insider just gave a small update - and it's heartbreaking. 

Fashion designer Amaia Arrieta, famous for her children's line Amaia London, began working with Kate just after Prince George was born. She's had the privilege of dressing the Wales children in everything from corduroy shorts for George and Prince Louis to a checkered skirt for Princess Charlotte. She explained to the Telegraph that "dressing the royals gives me so much pride, I really do care about how they look." She's been able to see the royal family through a different lens because she's gotten a glance at them in their everyday lives - that's why her health concerns about Kate feel worrisome. 

Arrieta shared her thoughts about the Princess of Wales' current situation. "I'm heartbroken at the moment," she divulged. "I think they are going through hell; I hope they will be back. It's really personal." Whoa! That's a big statement to unpack. Everyone is wishing Kate well in hopes that she can maybe  return to her royal engagements later in the year, but the fashion designer's words give Kate's illness even more weight. Arrieta didn't elaborate further, so maybe we should look to Prince William's recent commentary about his wife for more comfort. 

During an April 30 appearance at James' Place Newcastle in northeast England, the Prince of Wales was asked for a status update by a concerned royal fan. "Do you mind if I ask how your wife and children are? a bystander asked in a video captured by Instagram fan account WalesVideos .

"We're all doing well, thank you," William answered politely.

The woman probed the royal a little further, "And obviously Catherine?"

"We're all doing well," Prince William responded. 

William is back to public duties, but on a limited basis in order to focus on the well-being of his wife and family. The outpouring of support the Wales family have received is often seen in the cards and well-wishes during William's engagements - everyone is worried about Kate, and they want to see her in good health soon. 

Before you go, click here to see our favorite Kate Middleton mommy moments!

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