Public parks - Test 2

C1 Advanced · Listening Matching · Cambridge English Advanced 4, Cambridge University Press

You will hear five short extracts in which people are talking about public parks. While you listen, you must complete both tasks.

It offers an escape from the city heat.

I can socialise with friends there.

It inspires me to be creative.

It holds fond memories for me.

I can get some exercise there.

It has features of artistic merit.

It has great views over the city.

I feel part of its transformation.

For questions 1–5, choose from the list (A–H) what each speaker likes about their favourite park.

the increase in tree diseases

disruption due to large events

low visitor numbers

an increase in urban construction

a lack of available funds

an increase in vandalism

a lack of appreciation by authorities

a shortage of staff with appropriate skills

For questions 1–5, choose from the list (A–H) the reason each speaker suggests for the gradual deterioration of public parks.

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