Changes in a Home Town - Unit 3

B2 First · Listening Multiple Choice Interview · Ready for B2 First 4th Edition Workbook, Macmillan Education Limited

You will hear a man talking on a radio programme about changes he has noticed in his home town. For questions 1–7, choose the best answer (A, B or C).

A radio interview with Tommy Wells, a TV and film star, about the changes he has noticed in his home town of Marchwood.

Tommy has not returned to his home town for a long time because

he has had to devote all his time to acting.

there are some aspects of his life there he is ashamed of.

he no longer has close relatives in the area.

What contributed most to the changes in Tommy's attitude to life?

becoming a celebrity

being a long way from home

not having his friends around him

How has the centre of Tommy's home town changed?

The shops there are much bigger.

It offers more facilities for families.

The road system has been altered.

How does Tommy feel about the changes made to the road where he used to live?

He regrets the loss of green spaces.

He is concerned about overcrowding in the area.

He is full of admiration for the design of the new buildings.

What did Tommy use to do in his free time?

He walked other people's dogs for them.

He met up with his friends outside the shops.

He did open-air sporting activities.

Why did Tommy's parents want him to join the drama group?

They thought it would keep him out of trouble.

They felt he had real acting talent.

They wanted to pass on their love of the theatre.

What does Tommy say he has heard about his old school?

The school facilities have improved.

People think more highly of it now.

The students are more involved in looking after the gardens.

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