Questions 16 to 18 are based on the recording you have just heard.

Directions: In this section, you will hear three recordings of lectures or talks followed by three or four questions. The recordings will be played only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A), B), C) and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a single line through the centre.
    16.
  • A They are the oldest buildings in Europe.
  • B They are part of the Christian tradition.
  • C They are renovated to attract tourists.
  • D They are in worsening condition.
    17.
  • A They have a history of 14 centuries.
  • B They are 40 metres tall on average.
  • C They are without foundations.
  • D They consist of several storeys.
    18.
  • A Wood was harmonious with nature.
  • B Wooden buildings kept the cold out.
  • C Timber was abundant in Scandinavia.
  • D The Vikings liked wooden structures.