雅思听力 Part 3 · Research on Work Absence

Questions 21-24

Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.

21 Laura chose Burdock Engineering for her research because

A she was contacted by the managing director. B she knew several people who worked there. C she had already done a work placement there.

22 What does Laura agree to do regarding the central theme of her research?

A check it is relevant B broaden the focus C be more specific in her aims

23 What does Laura expect to find from her research?

A Absence rates are related to the type of work done. B A lot of worker absence is actually unnecessary. C Employee absence rates are increasing.

24 What employee information does the tutor think Laura will be able to obtain from company records?

A dates of birth B details of employment C individual records of absence

Questions 25 and 26

Choose TWO letters, A–E.

25-26 Which TWO recommendations does the tutor make about Laura's questionnaire?

A Leave a space for contact details. B Specify a completion date. C Provide a mixture of question types. D Keep the length to a minimum. E Trial it on someone before finalising it.

Questions 27 and 28

Choose TWO letters, A–E.

27-28 Which TWO things will Laura explain in her covering letter to participants?

A when the questionnaire should be completed B the fact that participation in the survey is voluntary C how long the questionnaire is likely to take D the purpose of the survey E the benefits of participation in the survey

Questions 29 and 30

Choose TWO letters, A–E.

29-30 Which TWO activities does Laura already have definite dates for?

A completion of her finished assignment B questionnaire distribution C collection of completed questionnaires D the next meeting with her tutor E analysis of figures from the company's database