# Food and Agriculture Sector Job Opportunities

IELTS Academic Listening - 10 questions - 7 minutes - Multiple choice (choose more than one), Matching features

Source: Recording, questions and answer key from Cambridge IELTS 16, Test 3, Listening Part 2. © Cambridge University Press & Assessment. Used for educational practice. Explanations and evidence notes are written by Testmigo.

## The recording

7 minutes of audio. Practice it with the player on the page; the transcript is on the answers page.

## Questions

### Questions 11-12: Multiple choice (choose more than one)

Choose TWO letters, A-E. According to Megan, what are the TWO main advantages of working in the agriculture and horticulture sectors?

- **A** the active lifestyle
- **B** the above-average salaries
- **C** the flexible working opportunities
- **D** the opportunities for overseas travel
- **E** the chance to be in a natural environment

### Questions 13-14: Multiple choice (choose more than one)

Choose TWO letters, A-E. Which TWO of the following are likely to be disadvantages for people working outdoors?

- **A** the increasing risk of accidents
- **B** being in a very quiet location
- **C** difficult weather conditions at times
- **D** the cost of housing
- **E** the level of physical fitness required

### Questions 15-20: Matching features

What information does Megan give about each of the following job opportunities? Choose the correct letter, A-H, for each one.

- **A** not a permanent job
- **B** involves leading a team
- **C** experience not essential
- **D** intensive work but also fun
- **E** chance to earn more through overtime
- **F** chance for rapid promotion
- **G** accommodation available
- **H** local travel involved

15. Fresh food commercial manager

16. Agronomist

17. Fresh produce buyer

18. Garden centre sales manager

19. Tree technician

20. Farm worker

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