IELTS LISTENING tests

Automation and future of work

IELTS Listening Sample 3. Section 3

Automation and Future of Work

Complete the notes below.

Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.

 

Automation and Future of Work

Questions 21-30

Question 21 and 22

Choose TWO letters, A-E.

Which TWO opinions about the Luddites do the students express?

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.

21.

22.

Question 23 and 24

Choose TWO letters, A-E.

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

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.

23.

24.

Question 25-30

What comments 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 25-30.

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.


25-Accountants

26-Hairdressers

27-Administrative Staff

28- Agricultural Workers

29-Care Workers

30-Bank Clerks

 

    Section 3

    1. A,E
    2. A,E
    3. B,D
    4. B,D
    5. G
    6. E
    7. B
    8. C
    9. F
    10. A

     

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