CELPIP Listening: Identifying Viewpoints 4

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Conditionally open

Answer

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

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

Strong agreement

Answer

Confirming the point matches her own view shows strong agreement.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Skepticism

Answer

The idiom signals doubt that something will actually happen.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Positive—she sees value in it

Answer

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

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

Supportive of the idea but critical of the timing

Answer

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

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