Part 1: Listening answers

Answers 1–8

1. 1

   Question 1

   C: Sure, you can. Multiple choice

   “Sure, you can” reassures the speaker that they are able to read it, responding directly to “I’m not sure if I can.”

   “I'm not sure if I can read this.”

2. 2

   Question 2

   A: Take bus 6. Multiple choice

   The speaker asks for directions to the test center. “Take bus 6” gives a way to get there.

   “Can you tell me how to go to the test center?”

3. 3

   Question 3

   C: Sure, I’ll wait here. Multiple choice

   The speaker wants to look at more options before making a decision. “Sure, I’ll wait here” is a suitable reply while they do that.

   “I really like this one, but I'd love to see a few more before deciding.”

4. 4

   Question 4

   B: Since 1997. Multiple choice

   The question asks about the length of time the speaker has known Jonathan. “Since 1997” gives the starting point.

   “How long have you known Jonathan?”

5. 5

   Question 5

   A: You should take a short break. Multiple choice

   The speaker says they have a lot to do and feel stressed. “You should take a short break” offers relevant advice.

   “I have many things to do, but I am so stressed.”

6. 6

   Question 6

   A: How about an ice-cream? Multiple choice

   The speaker is hot and wants something cooling. “How about an ice-cream?” suggests a cold treat.

   “It is getting hot. I need something to cool me off.”

7. 7

   Question 7

   C: Who told you that? Multiple choice

   The speaker shares a prediction about the winter. “Who told you that?” asks about the source of that information.

   “This winter is going to be very dry and cold.”

8. 8

   Question 8

   B: Sounds like a boring person. Multiple choice

   The description of a firm manager who expects everyone to be serious suggests someone who may seem boring. “Sounds like a boring person” responds to that description.

   “My manager is quite firm and expects everyone to be serious.”

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