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Listening: Identifying Viewpoints Flashcards

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  1. A speaker says, "I'm not entirely against the idea, but it needs work." Her stance is:

    Answer: Conditionally open

    "Not entirely against" plus "needs work" shows conditional, qualified openness.

  2. A woman remarks, "That's exactly what I've been saying all along!" Her reaction shows:

    Answer: Strong agreement

    Confirming the point matches her own view shows strong agreement.

  3. A man says, "I'll believe it when I see it." What attitude does this express?

    Answer: Skepticism

    The idiom signals doubt that something will actually happen.

  4. Two students discuss an assignment. One says, "I'd say it's worth the effort." Her view is:

    Answer: Positive—she sees value in it

    "Worth the effort" frames the task as valuable, a positive view.

  5. A speaker states, "Don't get me wrong, I like the concept, but the timing is terrible." His attitude is:

    Answer: Supportive of the idea but critical of the timing

    "Don't get me wrong" prefaces praise for the idea while criticizing the timing.

  6. A woman says, "Frankly, I'm sick of hearing about it." Her tone conveys:

    Answer: Frustration

    "Sick of hearing about it" expresses frustration or annoyance.

  7. A man comments, "In my opinion, the benefits clearly outweigh the costs." His viewpoint is:

    Answer: Favourable toward the proposal

    Saying benefits outweigh costs is a clearly favourable judgement.