Listening Section
You will listen to a recording and answer questions based on it.
A man named Alex is calling a hotel to book a room for his upcoming vacation. He inquires about the availability of rooms for three nights from November 15th to November 18th. The receptionist informs him that they have both standard and deluxe rooms available. The standard room costs $100 per night, while the deluxe room is priced at $150 per night. Alex decides to book a standard room and asks for breakfast to be included. The receptionist confirms the reservation and sends a confirmation email.
Questions:
1. How many nights is Alex planning to stay at the hotel?
2. What is the difference in price between the standard and deluxe rooms per night?
3. Did Alex request breakfast to be included in his booking?
4. When is Alex planning to check in at the hotel?
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Reading Section
Read the following passage and answer the questions:
The city of Kyoto in Japan is known for its beautiful temples, gardens, and traditional tea ceremonies. It was the capital of Japan for more than a thousand years before the capital moved to Tokyo in 1868. Kyoto is also famous for its historical districts, where you can find wooden houses, narrow streets, and the iconic geisha culture. Every year, millions of tourists visit Kyoto to experience its rich cultural heritage and the stunning cherry blossom season in spring.
Questions:
1. How long was Kyoto the capital of Japan?
2. What are two attractions that make Kyoto a popular tourist destination?
3. When do tourists usually visit Kyoto to see the cherry blossoms?
4. What type of traditional performance is associated with Kyoto's historical districts?
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Writing Section
You will have two tasks:
Task 1 (150 words minimum):
The chart below shows the percentage of people who traveled by different modes of transportation in a city from 2010 to 2020. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Task 2 (250 words minimum):
Some people believe that children should be taught at home rather than in traditional schools. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Provide reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
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Speaking Section
I'll provide questions for each part of the Speaking section:
Part 1: Introduction & Interview
1. What's your favorite place to visit in your city? Why do you like it?
2. Do you prefer reading books or watching movies? Why?
3. How often do you use public transportation?
Part 2: Long Turn
Describe a memorable trip you took.
You should say:
1. Where you went
2. Who you went with
3. What you did during the trip
4. Why it was memorable
Part 3: Discussion
1. Why do people enjoy traveling to different places?
2. How has tourism changed in your country over the last 10 years?
3. Do you think it's important for people to travel to learn about other cultures? Why or why not?
