Working on a film set
This is an mock IELTS listening activity.
In the IELTS test, you would be expected to answer the ten questions while listening to the recording ONCE only.
But as this is practice for you to develop your listening skills, you can listen as many times as you need.
You will hear a person speaking to a group of interns on their first day on a film set.
Listen to the video and answer the following questions.
Remember make sure you spend some time identifying keywords and thinking of any synonyms before you start listening to the video.
Questions 1 - 3
Choice the correct answer a, b or c
1) According to the speaker, what do most people like about working on a film set?
a) the variety of work
b) the friendly atmosphere
c) the opportunities for promotion
2) The speaker is concerned about some of the interns':
a) hair styles
b) jewellery
c) shoes
3) The speaker says that the day is likely to be busy because;
a) it is a public holiday
b) the cinematographer is absent
c) there is a full day of scheduled filming
Questions 4 - 6
Choose THREE letters a - f
According to the producer which THREE things can make the work stressful for interns?
a) They have to follow orders immediately.
b) The film set gets very hot
c) They may not be able to take a break
d) The work is physically demanding
e) They have to do overtime
f) The location is new and unfamiliar
Questions 7 - 10
What is the responsibilty of each of the following film people?
Choose FOUR answers from below and match them to the people (7 -10)
a) training courses
b) costumes
c) first aid
d) equipment maintenance
e) staff discounts
f) timetables
7. Todd Simmons _______
8. Daniel Craig __________
9. May Crystal ___________
10. Rachel Adams _______
Now listen to the video and answer the questions
Once you are confident of your answers, enter them in the sheet below:
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