Listening Comprehension

What has made Clara check on Ben?

• He missed their class that day.

• He's missed a few classes.

• He has a lot of essays to write.

What does Ben do at the beginning of the conversation?

• He makes the problem sound more than it is.

• He makes the problem sound less than it is.

• He is honest about the problem from the start.

What is the main way Ben's anxiety is affecting normal life?

• He feels stupid.

• He can't remember what day it is.

• He doesn't want to go out.

What is the surprising thing about panic attacks, according to Clara?

• How many people have them.

• That they make you feel so bad.

• That people keep their panic attacks private.

How does Clara recognise Ben's problem is panic attacks?

• She has the same problem now.

• She and Ben live together.

• She had the same problem in the past.

What does Clara warn Ben about the advice she will give?

• It will be difficult to hear.

• It won't be easy to follow.

• It isn't very practical.

Put the pieces (numbers) of advice in the order you hear them.

1) Put yourself in a stressful situation

2) Make yourself breathe too fast on purpose

3) Do something to keep your mind busy

4) Talk to a doctor

5) Do regular physical activity as part of your lifestyle

6) Do something to make your heart beat too fast

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