If you’re preparing for the IELTS Listening test and working through Cambridge IELTS 19, Test 4 is an excellent resource to challenge your academic listening skills. This test feels very close to the real exam, especially in Parts 3 and 4, where concentration and vocabulary play a big role.
In this blog, I’ll walk you through Cambridge 19 IELTS Listening Test 4 in a clear, student-friendly way. You’ll find guidance on how to approach the test, a space to check your answers, and tips to help you avoid common mistakes.
About Cambridge 19 Listening Test 4
Cambridge 19 Listening Test 4 follows the standard IELTS format:
- Part 1: A social conversation with factual details
- Part 2: A talk or presentation on a general topic
- Part 3: An academic discussion, often involving students
- Part 4: A university-style lecture with academic language
As you move through this test, you’ll notice a gradual increase in difficulty. That’s completely normal. The key is to stay calm, read the questions carefully, and listen for paraphrased information.
Watch the Full Listening Test(Exam Conditions)
Before checking the answers, it’s best to attempt the test under real exam conditions. You can watch the full Cambridge 19 IELTS Listening Test 4 video, recorded in a computer-based IELTS format.
This helps you practise:
⇒ Time management
⇒ Concentration without pausing
⇒ Real exam pressure
Online Practice – Try the Test Yourself
If you haven’t done the test yet, make sure you practise it properly before looking at the answers. Use headphones, avoid distractions, and answer all 40 questions in one sitting.
🔗 Online practice link for Cambridge 19 Listening Test 4 here
Cambridge 19 IELTS Listening Test 4 Answers
Below is a dedicated section where you can check the complete answer key for Listening Test 4. When reviewing your answers, don’t just check whether they are right or wrong—try to understand why an answer is correct.
Section-1
1. Kaeden
2. locker(s)
3. passport
4. uniform
5. third / 3rd
6. 0412 665 903
7. yellow
8. plastic
9. ice
10. gloves
Section-3
11&12. C, E
13&14. A, D
15. A
16. B
17. C
18. A
19. C
20. B
Section-3
21. A
22. C
23. A
24. B
25. C
26. D
27. F
28. A
29. C
30. G
Section-4
31. competition
32. food
33. disease
34. agriculture
35. maps
36. cattle
37. speed
38. monkeys
39. fishing
40. flooding
Key Vocabulary from Cambridge 19 IELTS Listening Test 4
🔹 Part 1 Vocabulary (Supermarket & Work Induction)
| Word / Phrase | Meaning |
|---|---|
| supervisor | a person who manages or oversees staff |
| front desk | the main reception area |
| letter of appointment | official document confirming a job |
| staffroom | room where employees relax or keep belongings |
| locker | small storage space with a lock |
| HR department | department dealing with staff matters |
| uniform | special clothes worn for work |
| bakery section | area where bread and cakes are prepared/sold |
| sell-by date | last date a product should be sold |
| price label | tag showing the cost of an item |
| sushi counter | place where sushi food is prepared or sold |
| storeroom | room for keeping extra supplies |
| weighing scales | equipment used to measure weight |
| cold-room | very cold storage area for food |
| frostbite | injury caused by extreme cold |
🔹 Part 2 Vocabulary (Running & Fitness Podcast)
| Word / Phrase | Meaning |
|---|---|
| training programme | planned schedule for practice or exercise |
| build up to | gradually prepare for something |
| average fitness | normal physical ability |
| prevent progress | stop improvement |
| comfortable pace | speed that feels easy to maintain |
| competitive | wanting to win or be better than others |
| consistent | regular and steady |
| put off | discouraged |
| taster session | short trial experience |
| demanding job | work that requires a lot of time or effort |
| commit to | promise to do something regularly |
| sense of achievement | feeling of success |
| spectator | person watching an event |
| motivating | encouraging action or effort |
🔹 Part 3 Vocabulary (Reforestation & Environment)
| Word / Phrase | Meaning |
|---|---|
| climate crisis | serious environmental problems caused by climate change |
| carbon emissions | release of carbon dioxide into the air |
| reforestation | planting trees in damaged forest areas |
| native species | plants or animals originally from an area |
| invasive species | non-native species that cause harm |
| biodiversity | variety of plant and animal life |
| ecosystem | community of living things and their environment |
| carbon capture | process of absorbing carbon dioxide |
| genetic diversity | variation in genes within a species |
| resilience | ability to recover from damage or difficulty |
| degraded forest | damaged or unhealthy forest area |
| keystone species | species crucial to an ecosystem’s survival |
| seed dispersers | animals that spread seeds naturally |
🔹 Part 4 Vocabulary (Community & Environmental Impact)
| Word / Phrase | Meaning |
|---|---|
| large-scale | very big in size or extent |
| degraded site | land damaged by human activity |
| restoration | process of repairing damage |
| deforestation | cutting down forests |
| mangrove forests | coastal trees growing in salty water |
| aquatic ecosystem | water-based natural environment |
| flooding | water covering land unexpectedly |
| local community | people living in a particular area |
| livelihood | way people earn money |
| economic stability | steady financial condition |
| intervention | action taken to improve a situation |
| conservation | protection of nature |
| vulnerable species | plants or animals at risk of harm |
How to Improve Your Score in Listening Test
To perform better in this type of academic listening task:
- Read the questions quickly before the audio starts
- Underline keywords and predict the type of answer
- Listen for paraphrasing, not exact words
- Keep writing even if you miss one answer—don’t panic
Consistent practice with Cambridge tests will gradually improve both your listening accuracy and confidence.
🚀 Practice More Listening Tests
If you want continuous improvement:
- Cambridge 19 Listening Test 3 for academic discussions
- More IELTS Listening practice Tests
This progression helps you clearly see your improvement over time.
Keep practising with OneIELTS, stay consistent, and trust the process. Improvement always comes with focused effort.