IELTS listening practice band score 8

Questions 1-5
Choose the correct letter, A, B, or C.

Elara defines the core principle of the 15-Minute City as
A) the complete removal of private vehicles.
B) proactive urban design for proximity and access.
C) a return to small, isolated village communities.

What does she identify as the most significant political hurdle?
A) Public resistance to higher taxes.
B) Fragmented governance and budgetary silos.
C) A lack of existing technological infrastructure.

When discussing equity, Elara is particularly concerned about
A) the cost of implementing new bicycle lanes.
B) ensuring benefits aren't limited to affluent, dense districts.
C) the displacement of businesses due to rezoning.

How does she characterize the common critique of the model being "anti-car"?
A) She concedes it is the ultimate goal.
B) She dismisses it as a misconception by opponents.
C) She reframes it as a shift in prioritization.

What is her tone when discussing the role of technology in this model?
A) Uncritically enthusiastic.
B) Cautiously pragmatic.
C) Openly skeptical and dismissive.