OOPT - Oxford Online Placement Listening for Detail Questions and Answers 1

Question 1

Listen to a university announcement about a change to a lecture schedule.
The speaker says: 'Attention students in the Introduction to Psychology course.
This morning's 10:00 AM lecture, originally scheduled for Lecture Theatre 4B, has been moved due to a technical issue with the projector.
The lecture will now take place at 11:00 AM in Seminar Room 3C on the third floor.
We apologize for any inconvenience.'
Where will the lecture now take place?

Where will the lecture now take place?

Accepted Answer

In Seminar Room 3C

Answer

In Lecture Theatre 4B

Answer

In Seminar Room 4B

Answer

In Lecture Theatre 3C

Question 2

Listen to a short conversation between two friends making plans. Man: 'Hi, Sarah. Are we still on for the cinema tonight?' Woman: 'Yes, definitely! The film, 'Starlight Express', starts at 7:30 PM. I was thinking we could meet a bit earlier, maybe around 7:15 PM?' Man: 'Sounds good. Where should we meet?' Woman: 'How about right outside the main entrance? I might need to grab some snacks first, but I'll meet you there at 7:15.' Man: 'Perfect. See you then.'

What did the two friends agree on?

Accepted Answer

To meet outside the main entrance at 7:15 PM.

Answer

To meet at 7:30 PM inside the cinema.

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To buy snacks together before the movie.

Answer

To watch a movie called 'Starlight Express' at 7:15 PM.

Question 3

Listen to a weather forecast on the radio. The forecaster says: 'Good morning. Looking at the weather for today, the morning will be mostly cloudy with a small chance of rain. However, the clouds will clear, leading to some lovely sunny spells this afternoon, with temperatures expected to reach a high of 18 degrees Celsius. Later in the evening, skies will be clear, but it will feel much colder as the temperature drops to around 9 degrees.'

What is the highest temperature expected during the afternoon?

Accepted Answer

18 degrees

Answer

9 degrees

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A small chance of rain

Answer

It is not mentioned

Question 4

Listen to a customer service phone call. The caller says: 'Hello, I'm calling about an online order I received today. My order number is AX45-B7. I ordered the blue jacket, which I did receive, but the problem is the sizing. I definitely ordered a size Large, but the one you sent me is a Medium. I'd like to arrange an exchange for the correct size.'

What is the specific problem with the customer's order?

Accepted Answer

The item was the wrong size.

Answer

The wrong item was delivered.

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The delivery was late.

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The jacket was the wrong colour.

Question 5

Listen to a tour guide in a museum. The guide says: 'And here in our Egyptian gallery, we have a truly remarkable piece. This painted wooden panel is from the 18th Dynasty and is famous for its vibrant use of lapis lazuli blue. A team of British archaeologists was thrilled to uncover it during a dig in 1922. As you can see, the condition is extraordinary for its age.'

Which of the following details about the panel is mentioned by the guide?

Accepted Answer

It was found in the year 1922.

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It was damaged during its discovery.

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It is the oldest item in the gallery.

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It was painted by a famous artist.

Question 6

Listen to a conversation between two colleagues about a business trip. Jane: 'Hi Mark. Are you all set for your trip to Berlin?' Mark: 'Almost. My flight is on Wednesday morning. I've booked my hotel, and my main presentation is scheduled for 2 PM on Thursday. I just need to remember to book a taxi to the airport.' Jane: 'Okay, sounds like you're organized. Just don't forget to print your presentation slides. The hotel business center can be unreliable.'

What does Jane remind Mark to do?

Accepted Answer

Print his presentation slides.

Answer

Book a taxi to the airport.

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Give his presentation at 2 PM.

Answer

Fly to Berlin on Wednesday.

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