Stop Wasting Time- Listening Class

Look at the conversation and answer the question.

Tom: I don't know what to do. I start off studying but I always end up doing something else.

Mum: I’ll help you but please listen to me.

Tom: Of course! Go on.

Question: What is Tom's problem?

• Tom is bothered by something.

• Tom doesn't know what to study.

• Tom cannot concentrate studying.

• Tom doesn't know how to start studying.

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Mum: Now first, you need to take away all of the things that stop you working.

Tom: What do you mean?

Mum: First, turn off your music. Music doesn’t help you study.

Tom: OK. No music.

Question: What does Tom's mom think about playing music while studying?

• Tom's mom thinks that music helps people study.

• Tom's mom thinks that music is a distraction.

• Tom's mom thinks that music doesn't help people study.

• Tom's mom thinks that music and studying can be fun.

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Mum: And put the dog outside!

Tom: What?

Mum: Well, every time the dog goes into your room, you stop studying to pat it. Spot stops you working!

Tom: OK. Bye, Spot!

Question: Is having a dog in Tom's room a good idea while studying? Why

• Yes it is. The dog will inspire Tom to study more.

• No it isn't. The dog will eventually stop Tom from studying.

• Yes it is. Tom could train the dog while studying.

• No it isn't. The dog will keep on barking.

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Mum: Have an apple and a glass of water on your desk before you start. Here you are.

Tom: Why?

Mum: Because then you don’t need to go to the kitchen for something to eat or drink.

Tom: OK.

Question: Tom's mum recommends having a snack before studying. What is the advantage of doing so?

• You don't get distracted from doing other things at home.

• You don't get distracted from your family and pet.

• You avoid putting off your study time.

• You don't need to get a snack from the kitchen.

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Mum: Turn off your phone.

Tom: No way!

Mum: Yes. It stops you working. If you turn it off, it’s easier to concentrate. You can read your messages later.

Tom: OK, but I can’t turn off the internet on my computer. I need it to look up information.

Mum: OK, but you can turn off your instant messages.

Tom: I know! Mum?

Mum: Yes?

Tom: Thanks.

Question: Tom agreed to turn off his apps or devices except one (1).

• Tom's phone

• internet on Tom's computer

• instant messages

• social media