iTEP Listening Comprehension Skills 5

Question 1

A student tells an advisor, "I was hoping to take the advanced course, but I haven't completed the prerequisite." What will the advisor most likely suggest?

Accepted Answer

Taking the required introductory course first

Answer

A missing prerequisite is normally solved by completing the required earlier course.

Question 2

A lecturer says, "This is the part that tends to show up on exams." What is the purpose of this statement?

Accepted Answer

To emphasize that the information is important

Answer

Speakers use such remarks to highlight key information the listener should remember.

Question 3

In a conversation, a man says, "The museum is free on Tuesdays, so why don't we wait until then?" What is the man suggesting?

Accepted Answer

Visiting the museum on Tuesday to save money

Answer

"Why don't we" introduces a suggestion, and the reason is the free admission on Tuesdays.

Question 4

A lecturer describes three stages of a process using "first," "after that," and "finally." What question type is most likely to follow?

Accepted Answer

A question about the order of events

Answer

Sequence signal words indicate the listener should track the order of stages.

Question 5

A woman says, "I'm not sure that plan will work. Have you considered the cost?" What is her attitude toward the plan?

Accepted Answer

Doubtful

Answer

Her uncertainty and question about cost show she has doubts about the plan.

iTEP - International Test of English Proficiency Practice Test

iTEP - International Test of English Proficiency Practice Test

iTEP Listening Comprehension Skills 5