IELTS Listening · Part 1 · Everyday conversation

Reporting a bag lost on a train

Level B14 min

Show format & tips

Format

  • 10 questions, usually form, note or table completion
  • Answers are names, numbers, dates, addresses and prices
  • Spelling counts: a misspelt answer is wrong

Question types

Form completionNote completionTable completion

Tips

  • Read the form before the audio starts and guess what kind of word fits each gap (a number? a name? a day?).
  • Names are often spelt out letter by letter — write each letter as you hear it.
  • Speakers often change their mind ("Tuesday… no, actually Wednesday"). The last answer counts.
  • Check the word limit: "NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER".
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In the real test you hear the recording ONCE. Press play when you are ready.

Lost Property Report

Complete the form below. Write ONE WORD AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.

  1. 1
    Train: the from Oxford
  2. 2
    Seat: carriage , near the doors
  3. 3
    Description: dark backpack with a brown leather strap
  4. 4
    Contents: a (holds her dissertation)
  5. 5
    Also: a blue and a library book

Contact and collection

Complete the notes below. Write ONE WORD AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.

  1. 6
    Name: Rachel
  2. 7
    Phone number:
  3. 8
    To collect the bag, show photo ID such as a
  4. 9
    Collection fee: £
  5. 10
    Reference number:
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