Working as an astronomer – B2 English Listening Test

Working as an astronomer

Steve first became interested in astronomy after watching a 1 on TV.

Steve says that as a teenager he particularly appreciated the 2 of the night sky.

Steve describes how excited he felt when he saw a 3 through his telescope.

Steve finds it surprising that the 4 in the universe are so varied.

Steve’s ambition is to go on a trip to 5 one day.

Steve says that 6 can cause unexpected problems for inexperienced astronomers living in built-up areas.

Steve thinks finding a 7 is the best thing that beginners interested in astronomy could do.

Steve thinks the many 8 surrounding one planet would be easy for young astronomers to identify.

Steve says that amateur astronomers’ important 9 include finding new stars.

Steve explains that 10 is the most important quality astronomers need to have.