IELTS · Listening · 40 soal

Latihan IELTS Listening 3

Simulasi listening dan academic reading orisinal yang mengikuti format IELTS yang dipublikasikan.

Ini adalah soal latihan orisinal buatan Loopy yang mengikuti format yang dipublikasikan. Ini bukan tes resmi dari IELTS (British Council, IDP, Cambridge).

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Section 1: Everyday conversation

  1. Soal 1

    Complete the form below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for the answer. Surname: ________

    Lihat transkrip

    A: Good morning, Westside Homestay Services. This is Amara speaking. How can I help you today? B: Hi Amara. I'm looking for a homestay room for my upcoming course. My name's Tomas Varga. A: Lovely to speak with you, Tomas. Let me start an enquiry form. Could you spell your last name for me? B: Sure, it's V-A-R-G-A. And my contact number is 07700 900143... wait, sorry, I always give my old one. It's actually 07700 900153. A: No problem. Let me read that back: 07700 900153. Got it. Now, which part of town would you prefer to live in? Most students choose the South area because of the shops, but we also have hosts in the East and North. B: Well, my college is in the North, so I would definitely prefer the North area to save on travel time. A: Perfect, North it is. We have a great homestay option there with the Miller family. It includes a private bathroom, and they have a lovely garden you can use. Let me tell you about the costs. Usually, the deposit for our premium rooms is 200 pounds, but for this specific host, the required deposit is 150 pounds. B: Okay, 150 pounds is very reasonable. I can manage that. Are there any particular rules I should know about? A: Yes, the Millers are very friendly, but they do have one house rule. They ask that there is no cooking in the kitchen after 8 pm. B: That's fine, I usually eat earlier anyway. What about laundry? A: They have a washing machine you can use, but you must only do laundry on weekends, not during weekdays. B: Alright, that works. What's the public transport like around there? A: There is a bus stop right outside their house, which is very convenient. Alternatively, you can walk about ten minutes to the train station. Most students find the bus is much faster to get to the city centre though. B: Excellent. I think I'd like to book this one. What's the next step? A: I'll need to send you the official agreement. Please read it carefully. Once you sign it and pay the deposit, the room is yours. Oh, and you will also need to provide a copy of your passport for our records. B: Great, I'll send that copy over today. Thanks so much for your help, Amara! [Q1] Surname: ________

    Terjemahan

    A: Selamat pagi, Westside Homestay Services. Dengan Amara di sini. Ada yang bisa saya bantu hari ini? B: Halo Amara. Saya sedang mencari kamar homestay untuk kursus saya yang akan datang. Nama saya Tomas Varga. A: Senang berbicara dengan Anda, Tomas. Mari saya buatkan formulir pengajuannya. Bisakah Anda mengeja nama belakang Anda untuk saya? B: Tentu, V-A-R-G-A. Dan nomor kontak saya adalah 07700 900143... tunggu, maaf, saya selalu memberikan nomor lama saya. Nomor yang benar adalah 07700 900153. A: Tidak masalah. Saya bacakan kembali ya: 07700 900153. Baik, sudah saya catat. Sekarang, bagian kota mana yang Anda pilih untuk ditinggali? Sebagian besar siswa memilih area Selatan karena dekat dengan pertokoan, tetapi kami juga memiliki tempat di area Timur dan Utara. B: Kampus saya ada di bagian Utara, jadi saya pasti lebih memilih area Utara untuk menghemat waktu perjalanan. A: Sempurna, area Utara kalau begitu. Kami memiliki pilihan homestay yang bagus di sana bersama keluarga Miller. Fasilitasnya termasuk kamar mandi pribadi, dan mereka memiliki taman indah yang bisa Anda gunakan. Mari saya jelaskan tentang biayanya. Biasanya, deposit untuk kamar premium kami adalah 200 pound, tetapi untuk tempat ini, deposit yang diperlukan adalah 150 pound. B: Oke, 150 pound sangat masuk akal. Saya bisa menyanggupinya. Apakah ada aturan khusus yang harus saya ketahui? A: Ya, keluarga Miller sangat ramah, tetapi mereka memiliki satu aturan rumah. Mereka meminta agar tidak ada kegiatan memasak di dapur setelah jam 8 malam. B: Tidak masalah, lagipula saya biasanya makan lebih awal. Bagaimana dengan cucian? A: Mereka memiliki mesin cuci yang bisa Anda gunakan, tetapi Anda hanya boleh mencuci pakaian di akhir pekan, bukan pada hari kerja. B: Baik, tidak masalah. Bagaimana dengan transportasi umum di sekitar sana? A: Ada halte bus tepat di luar rumah mereka, yang sangat memudahkan. Pilihan lainnya, Anda bisa berjalan kaki sekitar sepuluh menit ke stasiun kereta. Namun, sebagian besar siswa merasa bus jauh lebih cepat untuk sampai ke pusat kota. B: Luar biasa. Saya rasa saya ingin memesan yang ini. Apa langkah selanjutnya? A: Saya perlu mengirimkan dokumen perjanjian resmi kepada Anda. Harap dibaca dengan cermat. Setelah Anda menandatanganinya dan membayar deposit, kamar tersebut menjadi milik Anda. Oh, dan Anda juga perlu menyerahkan salinan paspor Anda untuk arsip kami. B: Bagus, saya akan mengirimkan salinan itu hari ini. Terima kasih banyak atas bantuan Anda, Amara!

  1. Soal 2

    Complete the form below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for the answer. Contact number: ________

    Lihat transkrip

    (Shared with Q1.) [Q2] Contact number: ________

    Terjemahan

    (Sama dengan Q1.) [Q2] Nomor kontak: ________

  1. Soal 3

    Complete the form below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for the answer. Preferred area of town: ________

    Lihat transkrip

    (Shared with Q1.) [Q3] Preferred area of town: ________

    Terjemahan

    (Sama dengan Q1.) [Q3] Area kota yang disukai: ________

  1. Soal 4

    Complete the form below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for the answer. Required deposit for the host family: £________

    Lihat transkrip

    (Shared with Q1.) [Q4] Required deposit for the host family: £________

    Terjemahan

    (Sama dengan Q1.) [Q4] Uang jaminan yang diperlukan untuk keluarga angkat: £________

  1. Soal 5

    Complete the form below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for the answer. No cooking in the kitchen is allowed after ________

    Lihat transkrip

    (Shared with Q1.) [Q5] No cooking in the kitchen is allowed after ________

    Terjemahan

    Tidak diperbolehkan memasak di dapur setelah pukul ________

  1. Soal 6

    Which facility is available for Tomas to use at the homestay?

    • Aa washing machine
    • Ba personal television
    • Ca free bicycle
    Lihat transkrip

    (Shared with Q1.) [Q6] Which facility is available for Tomas to use at the homestay?

    Terjemahan

    (Sama dengan Q1.) [Q6] Fasilitas apa yang tersedia untuk digunakan oleh Tomas di homestay?

  1. Soal 7

    When is Tomas allowed to do his laundry?

    • Aon weekdays only
    • Bon weekends only
    • Cat any time during the week
    Lihat transkrip

    (Shared with Q1.) [Q7] When is Tomas allowed to do his laundry?

    Terjemahan

    (Sama dengan Q1.) [Q7] Kapan Tomas diizinkan mencuci pakaiannya?

  1. Soal 8

    What is the fastest mode of public transport from the house to the city centre?

    • Awalking
    • Bthe train
    • Cthe bus
    Lihat transkrip

    (Shared with Q1.) [Q8] What is the fastest mode of public transport from the house to the city centre?

    Terjemahan

    (Sama dengan Q1.) [Q8] Apa moda transportasi umum tercepat dari rumah ke pusat kota?

  1. Soal 9

    What document must Tomas provide for the homestay records?

    • Aa copy of his passport
    • Ba college enrollment letter
    • Ca recent bank statement
    Lihat transkrip

    (Shared with Q1.) [Q9] What document must Tomas provide for the homestay records?

    Terjemahan

    (Sama dengan Q1.) [Q9] Dokumen apa yang harus diserahkan Tomas untuk catatan homestay?

  1. Soal 10 (pilih semua yang benar)

    Which TWO features of the Miller family's homestay are mentioned?

    • Aa private bathroom
    • Baccess to a garden
    • Ca private kitchen
    • Da free bicycle
    • Ea personal television
    Lihat transkrip

    (Shared with Q1.) [Q10] Which TWO features of the Miller family's homestay are mentioned?

    Terjemahan

    (Sama dengan Pertanyaan 1.) [Pertanyaan 10] Manakah DUA fasilitas dari homestay keluarga Miller yang disebutkan?

Section 2: Everyday monologue

  1. Soal 11

    Position 1 — the room immediately on your left as you enter through the main doors

    • APottery Studio
    • BWoodworking Bay
    • CTool Library
    • DFirst Aid Station
    • EExhibition Gallery
    • FCafe Corner
    • GGlassblowing Workshop
    • HStorage Lockers
    Lihat transkrip

    Hello everyone, and welcome to the Oceanside Crafts Hub; my name is Priscilla, and I’ll be guiding you through our safety briefing and layout today. As you enter through the main doors, we are standing in the central foyer. If you look immediately to your left, right next to the entrance, you'll find the Tool Library, where you must sign in first to obtain your safety goggles. Now, if you walk straight ahead down the central corridor, you might expect to reach the Exhibition Gallery, but we've actually relocated that upstairs; instead, that spacious area at the very end of the hall is our dedicated Woodworking Bay. On your way down that corridor, about halfway along on the right side, there's a small room that many mistake for the storage lockers, which are actually outside, but this indoor space is our First Aid Station. Back near the entrance, on your right-hand side—directly opposite the tool library—is a room filled with natural light; we originally planned a cafe corner here, but due to plumbing needs, it is now our Pottery Studio. Just behind the pottery studio, there's an L-shaped space; people often think it's part of the clay-drying area, and we did consider putting the glassblowing workshop there before moving it to the courtyard, but that L-shaped space is currently serving as our Exhibition Gallery. Now for some safety protocols: you absolutely must wear fully enclosed shoes—no exceptions—so sandals are a firm no, even if you wear thick woolen socks. If you're working and you notice a tool is damaged, please do not try to fix it yourself, nor should you throw it in the discontinued red recycling bin; instead, report it immediately to a supervisor. For high-demand equipment like the laser cutter, you must reserve a session through our online portal up to seven days in advance, as our receptionists cannot book these over the phone. Regarding visitors, guests are welcome to look through the lobby glass partition, but they are strictly prohibited from entering the active work zones or using any tools. Finally, before you leave, you are responsible for wiping down your individual workbenches and sweeping the shared floor areas around your station, though you should leave the sawdust extraction bags and machinery blades to our specialized maintenance team. [Q11] Position 1 — the room immediately on your left as you enter through the main doors

    Terjemahan

    Halo semuanya, dan selamat datang di Oceanside Crafts Hub; nama saya Priscilla, dan saya akan memandu Anda melalui pengarahan keselamatan dan tata letak kami hari ini. Saat Anda masuk melalui pintu utama, kita sedang berdiri di lobi utama. Jika Anda melihat langsung ke sebelah kiri Anda, tepat di samping pintu masuk, Anda akan menemukan Perpustakaan Alat (Tool Library), tempat Anda harus mendaftar terlebih dahulu untuk mendapatkan kacamata pengaman. Sekarang, jika Anda berjalan lurus ke depan menyusuri koridor tengah, Anda mungkin mengira akan sampai di Galeri Pameran (Exhibition Gallery), tetapi kami sebenarnya telah memindahkannya ke lantai atas; sebagai gantinya, area luas di ujung lorong tersebut adalah Area Kerja Kayu (Woodworking Bay) kami. Di tengah perjalanan Anda menyusuri koridor tersebut, sekitar setengah jalan di sisi kanan, ada sebuah ruangan kecil yang sering disalahartikan sebagai loker penyimpanan, yang sebenarnya berada di luar ruangan, tetapi ruang dalam ruangan ini adalah Pos Pertolongan Pertama (First Aid Station) kami. Kembali ke dekat pintu masuk, di sisi kanan Anda—tepat di seberang perpustakaan alat—adalah ruangan yang dipenuhi cahaya alami; awalnya kami merencanakan sudut kafe di sini, tetapi karena kebutuhan pipa saluran air, sekarang area ini menjadi Studio Keramik (Pottery Studio) kami. Tepat di belakang studio keramik, ada ruang berbentuk L; orang sering mengiranya sebagai bagian dari area pengeringan tanah liat, dan kami memang sempat mempertimbangkan untuk menempatkan bengkel tiup kaca di sana sebelum memindahkannya ke halaman, tetapi ruang berbentuk L itu saat ini berfungsi sebagai Galeri Pameran (Exhibition Gallery) kami. Sekarang untuk beberapa protokol keselamatan: Anda mutlak harus mengenakan sepatu yang tertutup rapat—tanpa pengecualian—jadi sandal sama sekali tidak diperbolehkan, bahkan jika Anda mengenakan kaus kaki wol yang tebal. Jika Anda sedang bekerja dan melihat ada alat yang rusak, mohon jangan mencoba memperbaikinya sendiri, dan jangan pula membuangnya ke tempat sampah daur ulang merah yang sudah tidak digunakan; sebaliknya, segera laporkan ke pengawas. Untuk peralatan dengan permintaan tinggi seperti mesin pemotong laser, Anda harus memesan sesi melalui portal daring kami hingga tujuh hari sebelumnya, karena resepsionis kami tidak dapat memesannya melalui telepon. Mengenai pengunjung, tamu dipersilakan untuk melihat melalui sekat kaca lobi, tetapi mereka dilarang keras memasuki zona kerja aktif atau menggunakan alat apa pun. Terakhir, sebelum Anda pergi, Anda bertanggung jawab untuk menyeka meja kerja masing-masing dan menyapu area lantai bersama di sekitar pos Anda, meskipun Anda harus menyerahkan kantong ekstraksi serbuk gergaji dan pisau mesin kepada tim pemeliharaan khusus kami.

  1. Soal 12

    Position 2 — the large area at the far end of the corridor, straight ahead from the entrance

    • APottery Studio
    • BWoodworking Bay
    • CTool Library
    • DFirst Aid Station
    • EExhibition Gallery
    • FCafe Corner
    • GGlassblowing Workshop
    • HStorage Lockers
    Lihat transkrip

    (Shared with Q11.) [Q12] Position 2 — the large area at the far end of the corridor, straight ahead from the entrance

    Terjemahan

    (Sama dengan Q11.) [Q12] Posisi 2 — area luas di ujung terjauh koridor, lurus ke depan dari pintu masuk

  1. Soal 13

    Position 3 — the small room on the right-hand side, halfway down the corridor

    • APottery Studio
    • BWoodworking Bay
    • CTool Library
    • DFirst Aid Station
    • EExhibition Gallery
    • FCafe Corner
    • GGlassblowing Workshop
    • HStorage Lockers
    Lihat transkrip

    (Shared with Q11.) [Q13] Position 3 — the small room on the right-hand side, halfway down the corridor

    Terjemahan

    (Sama dengan Q11.) [Q13] Posisi 3 — ruangan kecil di sebelah kanan, di tengah-tengah koridor

  1. Soal 14

    Position 4 — the room in the front-right corner of the building, near the entrance

    • APottery Studio
    • BWoodworking Bay
    • CTool Library
    • DFirst Aid Station
    • EExhibition Gallery
    • FCafe Corner
    • GGlassblowing Workshop
    • HStorage Lockers
    Lihat transkrip

    (Shared with Q11.) [Q14] Position 4 — the room in the front-right corner of the building, near the entrance

    Terjemahan

    (Sama dengan Pertanyaan 11.) [Q14] Posisi 4 — ruangan di sudut kanan depan bangunan, dekat pintu masuk

  1. Soal 15

    Position 5 — the L-shaped space tucked behind the Pottery Studio

    • APottery Studio
    • BWoodworking Bay
    • CTool Library
    • DFirst Aid Station
    • EExhibition Gallery
    • FCafe Corner
    • GGlassblowing Workshop
    • HStorage Lockers
    Lihat transkrip

    (Shared with Q11.) [Q15] Position 5 — the L-shaped space tucked behind the Pottery Studio

    Terjemahan

    (Sama dengan Q11.) [Q15] Posisi 5 — ruang berbentuk L yang terselip di belakang Studio Keramik

  1. Soal 16

    What is the main safety rule regarding footwear in the workshop?

    • AFully enclosed shoes are mandatory.
    • BOpen-toed sandals are permitted with thick socks.
    • CLeather boots must be worn at all times.
    Lihat transkrip

    (Shared with Q11.) [Q16] What is the main safety rule regarding footwear in the workshop?

    Terjemahan

    (Sama dengan Q11.) [Q16] Apa aturan keselamatan utama mengenai alas kaki di dalam bengkel?

  1. Soal 17

    What should members do if they notice a damaged tool?

    • AAttempt to repair it using the spare parts kit.
    • BReport it immediately to a supervisor.
    • CPlace it in the red recycling bin.
    Lihat transkrip

    (Shared with Q11.) [Q17] What should members do if they notice a damaged tool?

    Terjemahan

    (Sama dengan Q11.) [Q17] Apa yang harus dilakukan anggota jika mereka menemukan alat yang rusak?

  1. Soal 18

    How can members book a session on the high-demand laser cutter?

    • ABy writing their name on the physical clipboard.
    • BBy calling the reception desk on the day of use.
    • CThrough the online portal up to a week in advance.
    Lihat transkrip

    (Shared with Q11.) [Q18] How can members book a session on the high-demand laser cutter?

    Terjemahan

    (Dibagikan dengan Q11.) [Q18] Bagaimana cara anggota memesan sesi penggunaan mesin pemotong laser yang sangat diminati?

  1. Soal 19

    What is the policy regarding bringing guests into the workshop?

    • AGuests are strictly prohibited from entering the active work zones.
    • BGuests are allowed to assist members with basic manual tasks.
    • CGuests may enter the active work zones if they wear safety goggles.
    Lihat transkrip

    (Shared with Q11.) [Q19] What is the policy regarding bringing guests into the workshop?

    Terjemahan

    (Sama dengan Q11.) [Q19] Bagaimana kebijakan mengenai membawa tamu ke dalam bengkel?

  1. Soal 20 (pilih semua yang benar)

    Which TWO items are members responsible for cleaning at the end of their session?

    • AThe sawdust extraction bags.
    • BTheir individual workbenches.
    • CThe shared floor areas around their station.
    • DThe blades of the heavy machinery.
    • EThe protective plastic safety screens.
    Lihat transkrip

    (Shared with Q11.) [Q20] Which TWO items are members responsible for cleaning at the end of their session?

    Terjemahan

    (Sama dengan Q11.) [Q20] Manakah DUA hal yang wajib dibersihkan oleh anggota di akhir sesi mereka?

Section 3: Academic discussion

  1. Soal 21

    Urban Transport Systems

    • AHe is highly recommended to take it.
    • BHe should avoid it due to his background.
    • CHe must complete a prerequisite project first.
    • DHe needs special permission from the coordinator.
    • EHe can audit it but not for credit.
    • FHe should postpone it to the final term.
    Lihat transkrip

    A: Come in, Tomas! Take a seat. I'm glad we could meet today to finalize your module options for the second semester of your Sustainable Planning degree. Have you had a chance to look at the elective list? B: Thanks, Dr. Ingrid. Yes, I've been pouring over them. It's a bit overwhelming, to be honest. There are so many paths to choose from, and I want to make sure they align with my dissertation plans. A: That's very sensible. Let's go through them one by one. What were your thoughts on 'Urban Transport Systems'? B: I'm really keen on that one. It seems directly relevant to urban design, which is my main area of interest. A: Oh, absolutely. I'd say it's highly recommended for you. It covers exactly the kind of network analysis you'll need, so I'd definitely put that down as a yes. Now, what about 'Coastal Zone Management'? B: Well, it sounds fascinating, especially with climate change. But I noticed it has a heavy focus on marine biology and hydrodynamic modeling. A: Yes, and to be frank, given your background in human geography rather than physical sciences, you'd likely struggle with the advanced quantitative models they use. I'd strongly advise you to avoid that one; it's really designed for engineering majors. B: Right, that makes sense. I'll steer clear of it. I was also looking at 'Smart Cities Infrastructure'. Is that open to everyone? A: Not quite. Because of the limited lab space, it's a restricted module. You can't just sign up online. You actually need to get special permission from the module coordinator, Dr. Vance, before you can register. I can email him to introduce you, if you'd like. B: That would be brilliant, thank you! I'll definitely pursue that. Now, 'Historical Preservation' also caught my eye. I know there's a practical component. A: Ah, yes. But there's a catch there. You can't just jump into the seminar. The department rules state that you must complete the preliminary architectural mapping project over the winter break before they'll let you register for the course itself. B: Oh, I see. I thought I could do that concurrently. But if it has to be done beforehand, I'll need to get started on that mapping project right away. What about 'Agricultural Economics'? I'm interested, but my schedule is already packed. A: Well, since you're already at your credit limit, you wouldn't be allowed to take it for credit anyway. But why not just audit it? You can sit in on all the lectures and get the reading lists, but you won't have to do the assessments. It's a great way to learn without the extra pressure. B: That's a relief! I'll do that then. Speaking of assessments, how is 'Urban Transport Systems' graded? I heard there was an exam. A: Actually, they changed it this year. It used to be a traditional three-hour written exam, and they did consider weekly quizzes at one point, but they've scrapped both. It's now assessed entirely on a single collaborative group report that you work on throughout the term. B: Oh, a group report? That's great, I prefer collaborative work. That fits well with my dissertation preparation, too. A: Yes, how is the dissertation coming along? Last time we spoke, you were focusing on cycling lanes. B: Yes, but after talking to my advisor, I realized that was a bit too narrow. I was going to switch to waste management, but we decided that was a bit off-track. So, I've settled on public transit accessibility, specifically looking at how low-income neighborhoods connect to major rail networks. A: An excellent topic, Tomas. Looking at your academic progress so far, your essays are incredibly detailed and meticulously researched. However, if there's one thing you need to work on, it's being less descriptive. Your writing is highly thorough, but it sometimes lacks critical analysis. You need to challenge the existing models more rather than just explaining them. B: I appreciate that feedback. I'll try to be more critical in my next papers. Oh, before I forget, there's an internship with the regional planning council. It's unpaid and requires a long commute, but I'm really tempted. A: It's a wonderful opportunity, but do think about the workload. B: Yes, the money doesn't bother me, and I can study on the long train ride, so the distance isn't the issue. My main worry is that it'll take up twenty hours a week, and I'm really concerned it will interfere with my study schedule and overall academic performance. A: That is a very real risk. Perhaps hold off until you finish your exams. Now, remember you have some paperwork due to the department office by next Friday. B: Right, is that the dissertation funding request? And the recommendation letter from my advisor? A: No, the funding request isn't due until the end of the month, and we don't need your advisor's letter until next term. But you must hand in your official module selection form by Friday. And because your research involves interviewing people, you must also submit your signed ethics clearance draft by then. Don't forget those two! B: Got it. Module selection form and ethics clearance draft by next Friday. Thanks so much for your help, Dr. Ingrid! [Q21] Urban Transport Systems

    Terjemahan

    A: Silakan masuk, Tomas! Silakan duduk. Saya senang kita bisa bertemu hari ini untuk memfinalisasi pilihan modul Anda untuk semester kedua program studi Perencanaan Berkelanjutan. Apakah Anda sudah sempat melihat daftar mata kuliah pilihan? B: Terima kasih, Dr. Ingrid. Ya, saya sudah mencermatinya satu per satu. Sejujurnya, ini agak membingungkan. Ada begitu banyak jalur yang bisa dipilih, dan saya ingin memastikan pilihannya sejalan dengan rencana disertasi saya. A: Itu tindakan yang sangat bijaksana. Mari kita bahas satu per satu. Bagaimana pendapat Anda tentang 'Sistem Transportasi Perkotaan'? B: Saya sangat tertarik dengan modul itu. Tampaknya sangat relevan dengan desain perkotaan, yang merupakan fokus minat utama saya. A: Oh, tentu saja. Menurut saya, ini sangat direkomendasikan untuk Anda. Modul ini membahas analisis jaringan yang memang Anda butuhkan, jadi saya pasti akan mencatatnya sebagai pilihan utama. Nah, bagaimana dengan 'Pengelolaan Wilayah Pesisir'? B: Kedengarannya menarik, terutama dengan adanya isu perubahan iklim. Namun, saya perhatikan fokusnya sangat berat pada biologi kelautan dan pemodelan hidrodinamika. A: Ya, dan sejujurnya, mengingat latar belakang Anda di bidang geografi manusia dan bukan sains fisik, Anda kemungkinan besar akan kesulitan dengan model kuantitatif tingkat lanjut yang mereka gunakan. Saya sangat menyarankan Anda untuk menghindari modul itu; modul tersebut benar-benar dirancang untuk jurusan teknik. B: Benar, itu masuk akal. Saya akan menghindarinya. Saya juga sempat melihat 'Infrastruktur Kota Pintar'. Apakah itu terbuka untuk semua orang? A: Tidak juga. Karena keterbatasan ruang laboratorium, ini adalah modul terbatas. Anda tidak bisa langsung mendaftar secara daring. Anda harus mendapatkan izin khusus dari koordinator modul, Dr. Vance, sebelum bisa mendaftar. Saya bisa mengirimkan surel untuk memperkenalkan Anda kepadanya, jika Anda mau. B: Itu bagus sekali, terima kasih! Saya pasti akan mengusahakannya. Nah, 'Pelestarian Sejarah' juga menarik perhatian saya. Saya tahu ada komponen praktiknya. A: Ah, ya. Tapi ada syaratnya di sana. Anda tidak bisa langsung mengikuti seminar begitu saja. Aturan departemen menyatakan bahwa Anda harus menyelesaikan proyek pemetaan arsitektur pendahuluan selama libur musim dingin sebelum mereka mengizinkan Anda mendaftar untuk mata kuliah tersebut. B: Oh, begitu. Saya pikir saya bisa melakukannya secara bersamaan. Tetapi jika harus diselesaikan sebelumnya, saya harus segera memulai proyek pemetaan tersebut. Bagaimana dengan 'Ekonomi Pertanian'? Saya tertarik, tetapi jadwal saya sudah padat. A: Karena Anda sudah mencapai batas maksimal SKS, Anda tidak diperbolehkan mengambilnya untuk kredit nilai akademis. Tetapi mengapa tidak mengauditnya saja? Anda bisa mengikuti semua perkuliahan dan mendapatkan daftar bacaan, tanpa harus mengerjakan penilaiannya. Ini cara yang bagus untuk belajar tanpa tekanan tambahan. B: Syukurlah kalau begitu! Saya akan melakukan hal itu. Bicara tentang penilaian, bagaimana sistem penilaian untuk 'Sistem Transportasi Perkotaan'? Saya dengar ada ujian. A: Sebenarnya, mereka mengubahnya tahun ini. Dulunya ada ujian tertulis tradisional berdurasi tiga jam, dan mereka sempat mempertimbangkan kuis mingguan, tetapi keduanya telah dibatalkan. Sekarang penilaiannya sepenuhnya didasarkan pada satu laporan kelompok kolaboratif yang Anda kerjakan sepanjang semester. B: Oh, laporan kelompok? Baguslah, saya lebih menyukai kerja kolaboratif. Itu juga sangat cocok dengan persiapan disertasi saya. A: Ya, bagaimana perkembangan disertasinya? Terakhir kali kita berbicara, Anda berfokus pada jalur sepeda. B: Ya, tetapi setelah berdiskusi dengan pembimbing saya, saya menyadari bahwa topik itu agak terlalu sempit. Saya sempat ingin beralih ke pengelolaan limbah, tetapi kami memutuskan bahwa itu agak melenceng dari jalur. Jadi, saya memutuskan untuk mengambil aksesibilitas transportasi umum, khususnya melihat bagaimana lingkungan berpenghasilan rendah terhubung dengan jaringan kereta api utama. A: Topik yang luar biasa, Tomas. Melihat kemajuan akademik Anda sejauh ini, esai-esai Anda sangat terperinci dan diteliti dengan cermat. Namun, jika ada satu hal yang perlu Anda perbaiki, yaitu jangan terlalu deskriptif. Tulisan Anda sangat mendalam, tetapi terkadang kurang analisis kritis. Anda perlu lebih menantang model-model yang ada daripada sekadar menjelaskannya. B: Saya menghargai masukan tersebut. Saya akan mencoba untuk lebih kritis dalam tugas-tugas berikutnya. Oh, sebelum saya lupa, ada tawaran magang di dewan perencanaan daerah. Magang ini tidak dibayar dan membutuhkan perjalanan jauh, tetapi saya sangat tergoda. A: Itu kesempatan yang luar biasa, tetapi pikirkanlah beban kerjanya. B: Ya, masalah uang tidak mengganggu saya, dan saya bisa belajar selama perjalanan kereta yang panjang, jadi jaraknya bukan masalah. Kekhawatiran utama saya adalah kegiatan magang tersebut akan memakan waktu dua puluh jam seminggu, dan saya sangat khawatir hal itu akan mengganggu jadwal belajar saya serta kinerja akademik saya secara keseluruhan. A: Itu risiko yang sangat nyata. Mungkin sebaiknya tunda dulu sampai Anda menyelesaikan ujian Anda. Sekarang, ingatlah bahwa Anda memiliki beberapa berkas administrasi yang harus diserahkan ke kantor departemen paling lambat Jumat depan. B: Baik, apakah itu pengajuan dana disertasi? Dan surat rekomendasi dari pembimbing saya? A: Bukan, pengajuan dana baru jatuh tempo akhir bulan ini, dan kami tidak memerlukan surat pembimbing Anda hingga semester depan. Tetapi Anda harus menyerahkan formulir resmi pemilihan modul Anda pada hari Jumat. Dan karena penelitian Anda melibatkan wawancara dengan orang-orang, Anda juga harus menyerahkan draf persetujuan etik yang telah ditandatangani pada saat itu. Jangan lupakan kedua hal itu! B: Dimengerti. Formulir pemilihan modul dan draf persetujuan etik paling lambat Jumat depan. Terima kasih banyak atas bantuan Anda, Dr. Ingrid!

  1. Soal 22

    Coastal Zone Management

    • AHe is highly recommended to take it.
    • BHe should avoid it due to his background.
    • CHe must complete a prerequisite project first.
    • DHe needs special permission from the coordinator.
    • EHe can audit it but not for credit.
    • FHe should postpone it to the final term.
    Lihat transkrip

    (Shared with Q21.) [Q22] Coastal Zone Management

    Terjemahan

    (Sama dengan Q21.) [Q22] Pengelolaan Wilayah Pesisir

  1. Soal 23

    Smart Cities Infrastructure

    • AHe is highly recommended to take it.
    • BHe should avoid it due to his background.
    • CHe must complete a prerequisite project first.
    • DHe needs special permission from the coordinator.
    • EHe can audit it but not for credit.
    • FHe should postpone it to the final term.
    Lihat transkrip

    (Shared with Q21.) [Q23] Smart Cities Infrastructure

    Terjemahan

    (Sama dengan Q21.) [Q23] Infrastruktur Kota Cerdas

  1. Soal 24

    Historical Preservation

    • AHe is highly recommended to take it.
    • BHe should avoid it due to his background.
    • CHe must complete a prerequisite project first.
    • DHe needs special permission from the coordinator.
    • EHe can audit it but not for credit.
    • FHe should postpone it to the final term.
    Lihat transkrip

    (Shared with Q21.) [Q24] Historical Preservation

    Terjemahan

    (Sama dengan Q21.) [Q24] Pelestarian Sejarah

  1. Soal 25

    Agricultural Economics

    • AHe is highly recommended to take it.
    • BHe should avoid it due to his background.
    • CHe must complete a prerequisite project first.
    • DHe needs special permission from the coordinator.
    • EHe can audit it but not for credit.
    • FHe should postpone it to the final term.
    Lihat transkrip

    (Shared with Q21.) [Q25] Agricultural Economics

    Terjemahan

    (Sama dengan Q21.) [Q25] Ekonomi Pertanian

  1. Soal 26

    What is the main focus of Tomas's upcoming dissertation?

    • Apublic transit accessibility for low-income areas
    • Bthe design of metropolitan bicycle lanes
    • Cmunicipal waste management systems
    Lihat transkrip

    (Shared with Q21.) [Q26] What is the main focus of Tomas's upcoming dissertation?

    Terjemahan

    (Sama dengan Q21.) [Q26] Apa fokus utama dari disertasi Tomas yang akan datang?

  1. Soal 27

    How is the "Urban Transport Systems" module assessed this year?

    • Aa three-hour written examination
    • Ba single collaborative group report
    • Ca series of weekly online quizzes
    Lihat transkrip

    (Shared with Q21.) [Q27] How is the "Urban Transport Systems" module assessed this year?

    Terjemahan

    (Sama dengan Q21.) [Q27] Bagaimana modul "Urban Transport Systems" dinilai pada tahun ini?

  1. Soal 28

    What is Tomas's main concern about taking the regional planning internship?

    • Athe lack of financial compensation
    • Bthe long travel times involved
    • Cthe impact on his study schedule
    Lihat transkrip

    (Shared with Q21.) [Q28] What is Tomas's main concern about taking the regional planning internship?

    Terjemahan

    (Sama dengan Q21.) [Q28] Apa kekhawatiran utama Tomas mengenai rencana magang perencanaan wilayah yang akan diambilnya?

  1. Soal 29

    What advice does Dr. Ingrid give Tomas regarding his academic writing?

    • Ato improve the level of critical analysis in his work
    • Bto include a wider range of academic citations
    • Cto focus on more practical rather than theoretical models
    Lihat transkrip

    (Shared with Q21.) [Q29] What advice does Dr. Ingrid give Tomas regarding his academic writing?

    Terjemahan

    (Sama dengan Pertanyaan 21.) [Q29] Apa saran yang diberikan Dr. Ingrid kepada Tomas mengenai penulisan akademisnya?

  1. Soal 30 (pilih semua yang benar)

    Which TWO items must Tomas submit to the department office by next Friday?

    • Aa dissertation funding request
    • Ba letter of recommendation
    • Ca module selection form
    • Dan ethics clearance draft
    • Ean updated academic transcript
    Lihat transkrip

    (Shared with Q21.) [Q30] Which TWO items must Tomas submit to the department office by next Friday?

    Terjemahan

    (Sama dengan Q21.) [Q30] Dua dokumen mana yang harus diserahkan Tomas ke kantor departemen paling lambat hari Jumat depan?

Section 4: Academic lecture

  1. Soal 31

    What did Ingrid's team discover about the annual carbon emissions from the Valda bog?

    • AThey amounted to fifty thousand tons rather than fifteen thousand.
    • BThey had remained stable despite the drying of the wetland.
    • CThey were lower than previous local studies had suggested.
    Lihat transkrip

    Good afternoon, everyone. Today we're exploring environmental conservation, specifically looking at peatland restoration, a crucial weapon against climate change. Peat bogs are unique wetlands that accumulate partially decayed organic matter, storing massive amounts of carbon. Now, a recent project in the northern wetlands, directed by environmental scientist Ingrid, has shed new light on how we can restore these damaged ecosystems. When her team first surveyed the Valda bog, they initially projected that the degraded site was releasing around fifteen thousand tons of carbon annually—actually, wait, that was just for the southern sector—the total for the whole site was fifty thousand tons. To halt this emission, Ingrid's team implemented a series of interventions across different sectors of the wetland. Initially, they focused on blockades, which were made from local timber rather than imported plastic sheets, to keep costs low and minimize the environmental footprint. They also introduced sphagnum moss, a key plant that acts like a sponge, holding up to twenty times its weight in water, which helps maintain the high water table required for peat formation. However, the success of these techniques varied across the four management zones they established. In the Inner Core zone, the main priority was strict hydrological isolation, preventing any water runoff. Then we have the Transition Zone, which focused on establishing native plant nurseries to encourage biodiversity. Next, the Boundary Zone was designed to absorb agricultural runoff from neighboring fields before it could contaminate the sensitive inner wetland. And lastly, the small Experimental Plot was dedicated entirely to generating solar energy for local research equipment. Interestingly, Ingrid's research revealed that local community involvement, which many scientists previously dismissed as secondary to engineering solutions, was actually the most decisive factor in preventing vandalism of the dams. Looking ahead, the team hopes this integrated model will be adopted globally, not just for carbon storage, but also to mitigate local flood risks. So, let's look closer at the specific data her team collected over the five-year trial period. [Q31] What did Ingrid's team discover about the annual carbon emissions from the Valda bog?

    Terjemahan

    Selamat siang, semuanya. Hari ini kita akan mempelajari konservasi lingkungan, khususnya melihat restorasi lahan gambut, sebuah senjata penting melawan perubahan iklim. Rawa gambut adalah lahan basah unik yang mengumpulkan materi organik yang membusuk sebagian, menyimpan sejumlah besar karbon. Kini, sebuah proyek terbaru di lahan basah utara, yang dipimpin oleh ilmuwan lingkungan Ingrid, telah memberikan pemahaman baru tentang bagaimana kita dapat memulihkan ekosistem yang rusak ini. Ketika timnya pertama kali mensurvei rawa gambut Valda, mereka awalnya memperkirakan bahwa situs yang rusak tersebut melepaskan sekitar lima belas ribu ton karbon setiap tahunnya—sebenarnya, tunggu, itu hanya untuk sektor selatan saja—total untuk seluruh area adalah lima puluh ribu ton. Untuk menghentikan emisi ini, tim Ingrid menerapkan serangkaian intervensi di berbagai sektor lahan basah tersebut. Awalnya, mereka fokus pada sekat kanal, yang dibuat dari kayu lokal alih-alih lembaran plastik impor, untuk menekan biaya dan meminimalkan dampak lingkungan. Mereka juga memperkenalkan lumut sphagnum, tanaman kunci yang berfungsi seperti spons, menampung air hingga dua puluh kali lipat dari beratnya sendiri, yang membantu menjaga permukaan air tanah tetap tinggi yang diperlukan untuk pembentukan gambut. Namun, keberhasilan teknik-teknik ini bervariasi di keempat zona pengelolaan yang mereka tetapkan. Di zona Inti Dalam, prioritas utamanya adalah isolasi hidrologis yang ketat, guna mencegah limpasan air. Kemudian kita memiliki Zona Transisi, yang berfokus pada pembuatan pembibitan tanaman asli untuk mendorong keanekaragaman hayati. Berikutnya, Zona Batas dirancang untuk menyerap limpasan pertanian dari ladang sekitar sebelum dapat mencemari lahan basah bagian dalam yang sensitif. Dan terakhir, Plot Eksperimental kecil didedikasikan sepenuhnya untuk menghasilkan energi surya bagi peralatan penelitian setempat. Menariknya, penelitian Ingrid mengungkapkan bahwa keterlibatan masyarakat setempat, yang sebelumnya diabaikan oleh banyak ilmuwan sebagai hal sekunder setelah solusi teknik, sebenarnya merupakan faktor paling menentukan dalam mencegah pengrusakan sekat kanal. Ke depannya, tim ini berharap model terintegrasi ini akan diadopsi secara global, tidak hanya untuk penyimpanan karbon, tetapi juga untuk memitigasi risiko banjir lokal. Jadi, mari kita lihat lebih dekat data spesifik yang dikumpulkan timnya selama periode uji coba lima tahun.

  1. Soal 32

    Why did the researchers choose local timber for the blockades?

    • Ato support the regional forestry industry
    • Bto reduce expenses and ecological impact
    • Cto ensure the structures would decompose naturally
    Lihat transkrip

    (Shared with Q31.) [Q32] Why did the researchers choose local timber for the blockades?

    Terjemahan

    (Sama dengan Q31.) [Q32] Mengapa para peneliti memilih kayu lokal untuk blokade tersebut?

  1. Soal 33

    What is stated about the role of sphagnum moss in the restoration project?

    • AIt is used to filter out agricultural chemical pollutants.
    • BIt grows faster when mixed with other native wetland plants.
    • CIt helps preserve the moisture levels needed for peat to form.
    Lihat transkrip

    (Shared with Q31.) [Q33] What is stated about the role of sphagnum moss in the restoration project?

    Terjemahan

    (Berbagi dengan Q31.) [Q33] Apa yang dinyatakan tentang peran lumut sphagnum dalam proyek restorasi tersebut?

  1. Soal 34

    What did Ingrid's team find was the most critical factor in protecting the physical dams?

    • Aengaging local residents in the project
    • Busing stronger synthetic building materials
    • Cinstalling remote monitoring cameras
    Lihat transkrip

    (Shared with Q31.) [Q34] What did Ingrid's team find was the most critical factor in protecting the physical dams?

    Terjemahan

    Apa yang ditemukan oleh tim Ingrid sebagai faktor paling krusial dalam melindungi bendungan fisik?

  1. Soal 35

    According to the lecturer, what is a secondary benefit of the peatland restoration model?

    • Aproviding a reliable water source for nearby farms
    • Bcontrolling water levels during heavy rainfall events
    • Ccreating new eco-tourism opportunities
    Lihat transkrip

    (Shared with Q31.) [Q35] According to the lecturer, what is a secondary benefit of the peatland restoration model?

    Terjemahan

    (Sama dengan Q31.) [Q35] Menurut dosen tersebut, apa manfaat sekunder dari model restorasi lahan gambut?

  1. Soal 36 (pilih semua yang benar)

    Which TWO of the following challenges did the lecturer mention regarding the Valda bog restoration?

    • Athe high cost of purchasing native plants
    • Binitial underestimation of carbon emissions
    • Copposition from local farming groups
    • Dthe threat of deliberate damage to physical structures
    • Eunpredictable weather patterns during the trial
    Lihat transkrip

    (Shared with Q31.) [Q36] Which TWO of the following challenges did the lecturer mention regarding the Valda bog restoration?

    Terjemahan

    (Sama dengan Q31.) [Q36] Manakah DUA dari tantangan berikut yang disebutkan oleh dosen mengenai restorasi rawa Valda?

  1. Soal 37

    Inner Core zone

    • Areducing agricultural runoff contamination
    • Bstrict containment of water within the area
    • Ccultivating endemic flora to boost biodiversity
    • Dproviding a barrier against heavy wind erosion
    • Egenerating solar energy for local research equipment
    Lihat transkrip

    (Shared with Q31.) [Q37] Inner Core zone

    Terjemahan

    (Sama dengan Q31.) [Q37] Zona Inti Dalam

  1. Soal 38

    Transition Zone

    • Areducing agricultural runoff contamination
    • Bstrict containment of water within the area
    • Ccultivating endemic flora to boost biodiversity
    • Dproviding a barrier against heavy wind erosion
    • Egenerating solar energy for local research equipment
    Lihat transkrip

    (Shared with Q31.) [Q38] Transition Zone

    Terjemahan

    (Sama dengan Q31.) [Q38] Zona Transisi

  1. Soal 39

    Boundary Zone

    • Areducing agricultural runoff contamination
    • Bstrict containment of water within the area
    • Ccultivating endemic flora to boost biodiversity
    • Dproviding a barrier against heavy wind erosion
    • Egenerating solar energy for local research equipment
    Lihat transkrip

    (Shared with Q31.) [Q39] Boundary Zone

    Terjemahan

    (Sama dengan Q31.) [Q39] Zona Batas

  1. Soal 40

    Experimental Plot

    • Areducing agricultural runoff contamination
    • Bstrict containment of water within the area
    • Ccultivating endemic flora to boost biodiversity
    • Dproviding a barrier against heavy wind erosion
    • Egenerating solar energy for local research equipment
    Lihat transkrip

    (Shared with Q31.) [Q40] Experimental Plot

    Terjemahan

    (Sama dengan Q31.) [Q40] Petak Eksperimental

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