# Romeo and Juliet

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

Source: Recording, questions and answer key from Cambridge IELTS 17, Test 2, Listening Part 3. © 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 21-22: Multiple choice (choose more than one)

Choose TWO letters, A-E. Which TWO things do the students agree they need to include in their reviews of Romeo and Juliet?

- **A** analysis of the text
- **B** a summary of the plot
- **C** a description of the theatre
- **D** a personal reaction
- **E** a reference to particular scenes

### Questions 23-27: Matching features

Which opinion do the speakers give about each of the following aspects of The Emporium's production of Romeo and Juliet? Choose the correct letter, A-G, for each one.

- **A** They both expected this to be more traditional.
- **B** They both thought this was original.
- **C** They agree this created the right atmosphere.
- **D** They agree this was a major strength.
- **E** They were both disappointed by this.
- **F** They disagree about why this was an issue.
- **G** They disagree about how this could be improved.

23. the set

24. the lighting

25. the costume design

26. the music

27. the actors' delivery

### Questions 28-30: Multiple choice

Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.

28. The students think the story of Romeo and Juliet is still relevant for young people today because
   - A. it illustrates how easily conflict can start.
   - B. it deals with problems that families experience.
   - C. it teaches them about relationships.

29. The students found watching Romeo and Juliet in another language
   - A. frustrating.
   - B. demanding.
   - C. moving.

30. Why do the students think Shakespeare's plays have such international appeal?
   - A. The stories are exciting.
   - B. There are recognisable characters.
   - C. They can be interpreted in many ways.

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