TOEFL Listening Comprehension 2

Question 1

In TOEFL Listening, a 'GIST-PURPOSE' question asks:

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Why the professor is discussing a particular topic or what the main purpose of the talk is

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The specific definition of a word used in the lecture

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A specific detail mentioned in the middle of the lecture

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Whether the student agrees with the professor

Question 2

In TOEFL Listening, 'INFERENCE' questions typically ask:

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What can be concluded from what the speaker said, even though it was not directly stated

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What the speaker explicitly stated in their exact words

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How the speaker feels about a topic based on their stated opinion

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What notes the student took during the lecture

Question 3

A student is listening to a lecture about photosynthesis. The professor says, 'This process, as many of you know from high school biology...' What is the professor IMPLYING?

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This information is review, and the students have likely studied it before

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The students are expected to have no prior knowledge of the topic

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The professor is unsure whether the information is accurate

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The students failed to study this topic adequately

Question 4

Which of the following is the MOST effective strategy for TOEFL Listening note-taking?

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Note main ideas, signal words, and key examples using abbreviations

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Write down every word you hear in full sentences

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Only write down numbers and statistics

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Do not take notes — focus entirely on listening

Question 5

In a TOEFL Listening passage, a professor discusses two COMPETING THEORIES. A question asks which theory the professor seems to favor. How should a listener determine the answer?

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Pay attention to the professor's tone, word choice, and amount of time spent on each theory

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Choose the theory that is mentioned first in the lecture

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Choose the most recent or modern theory automatically

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Count how many sentences are devoted to each theory

Question 6

In a TOEFL Listening conversation, a student asks a professor about a homework extension. The professor responds: 'Well, I do have a lot to grade already... but I suppose I could take a look at your situation.' What does the professor most likely mean?

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The professor reluctantly agrees to consider the request

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The professor firmly refuses the extension

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The professor enthusiastically grants the extension

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The professor asks the student to come back later