Eiken Listening: Short Conversation Details Questions and Answers — Questions and Answers
Question 1: Listen to the conversation. Man: 'Excuse me, I'd like to buy a ticket for the 3:30 PM showing of 'Space Adventure'.' Woman: 'I'm sorry, sir, but that show is completely sold out. We have seats available for the 5:45 PM show, though.' Man: 'Oh, that's a bit late. What about the one after that?' Woman: 'The next and final showing is at 8:15 PM.' Which movie showing will the man likely attend?
- The 3:30 PM show.
- The 8:15 PM show.
- The 5:45 PM show. (Correct answer)
- A different movie.
Correct answer: The 5:45 PM show.
The woman states that the 3:30 PM show is sold out but offers tickets for the 5:45 PM show. The man thinks the 5:45 PM show is 'a bit late' but expresses no interest in the even later 8:15 PM show, making the 5:45 PM show the only viable option presented that he could attend.
Question 2: Listen to the conversation. Woman: 'Hi, I have an appointment with Dr. Evans at 10:00 AM.' Man: 'Good morning. I see your appointment here. Could you please fill out this medical history form? It's just a few questions since you're a new patient.' Woman: 'Of course. Should I give it back to you when I'm done?' Man: 'Yes, please. And we'll also need a copy of your insurance card.' Why does the woman need to fill out a form?
- She is late for her appointment.
- She is a new patient. (Correct answer)
- She forgot her insurance card.
- She is changing doctors.
Correct answer: She is a new patient.
The man at the reception desk explicitly asks the woman to fill out the form 'since you're a new patient,' directly stating the reason for the paperwork.
Question 3: Listen to the conversation. Man: 'This is a great park. I didn't know it had a tennis court.' Woman: 'It's new. They just finished building it last month. My son plays here every Saturday.' Man: 'That's nice. Does it cost anything to use?' Woman: 'It's free for city residents, but you have to reserve a time slot online beforehand.' What must people do before using the tennis court?
- Pay a fee if they live in the city.
- Become a member of the park.
- Take lessons from an instructor.
- Book a time online in advance. (Correct answer)
Correct answer: Book a time online in advance.
The woman clearly states that while the court is free for residents, 'you have to reserve a time slot online beforehand,' indicating that a reservation is a necessary step.
Question 4: Listen to the conversation. Woman: 'Hello, I'd like to order a large pepperoni pizza and a small cheese pizza.' Man: 'Okay. Will that be for pickup or delivery?' Woman: 'Delivery, please. To 1450 Oak Street.' Man: 'Got it. Your total will be $28.50, and it should arrive in about 30 to 40 minutes.' Which of the following is true about the woman's order?
- She ordered two large pizzas.
- The total cost is under $25.
- It will be delivered to her home. (Correct answer)
- She will pick up the order herself.
Correct answer: It will be delivered to her home.
When the man asks if the order is for pickup or delivery, the woman responds, 'Delivery, please,' and then provides her address. This confirms the pizzas will be brought to her.
Question 5: Listen to the conversation. Man: 'Did you finish the report for the sales meeting?' Woman: 'Almost. I just need to add the sales figures from the last quarter. I asked Ken for them this morning.' Man: 'The meeting is tomorrow afternoon. Do you think you'll have it done by then?' Woman: 'Yes, Ken said he'd email them to me before he leaves today, so I can finish it tonight.' What information does the woman need to complete the report?
- The time of the meeting.
- The latest sales figures. (Correct answer)
- The report from last year.
- An email from her boss.
Correct answer: The latest sales figures.
The woman explicitly states, 'I just need to add the sales figures from the last quarter.' This is the final piece of information she is waiting for to finish her work.
Question 6: Listen to the conversation. Student: 'Excuse me, Professor Davis? I'm going to miss the class next Friday. I have a doctor's appointment I can't reschedule.' Professor: 'Okay, thanks for letting me know in advance. Please be sure to get the notes from a classmate.' Student: 'I will. Will there be a quiz or anything important that day?' Professor: 'No, just a lecture. But the following Monday we will have a short review for the midterm exam.' What will happen in class the Monday after the student is absent?
- There will be a midterm exam.
- The professor will give a quiz.
- There will be a review session. (Correct answer)
- The student will give a presentation.
Correct answer: There will be a review session.
The professor tells the student that on the Friday he is absent there will be 'just a lecture.' Then, she adds, 'But the following Monday we will have a short review for the midterm exam.'
Eiken Listening: Short Conversation Details Questions and Answers
Listen to the conversation.
Man: 'Excuse me, I'd like to buy a ticket for the 3:30 PM showing of 'Space Adventure'.'
Woman: 'I'm sorry, sir, but that show is completely sold out.
We have seats available for the 5:45 PM show, though.'
Man: 'Oh, that's a bit late.
What about the one after that?'
Woman: 'The next and final showing is at 8:15 PM.'
Which movie showing will the man likely attend?