# Induction talk for new apprentices

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

Source: Recording, questions and answer key from Cambridge IELTS 14, Test 1, 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. Which TWO pieces of advice for the first week of an apprenticeship does the manager give?

- **A** get to know colleagues
- **B** learn from any mistakes
- **C** ask lots of questions
- **D** react positively to feedback
- **E** enjoy new challenges

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

Choose TWO letters, A-E. Which TWO things does the manager say mentors can help with?

- **A** confidence-building
- **B** making career plans
- **C** completing difficult tasks
- **D** making a weekly timetable
- **E** reviewing progress

### Questions 15-20: Matching features

What does the manager say about each of the following aspects of the company policy for apprentices? Choose the correct letter, A-C, for each one. You may use any letter more than once.

- **A** It is encouraged.
- **B** There are some restrictions.
- **C** It is against the rules.

15. Using the internet

16. Flexible working

17. Booking holidays

18. Working overtime

19. Wearing trainers

20. Bringing food to work

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