Spanish listening comprehension #2 January 10

What is this announcement about?

• a new government program for road construction

• an increase in the cost of fuel to heat homes

• technological advances in space travel in the future

• the willingness of people to protect the enironment

According to this program, where did the tango originate?

• among the pooer classes of a port city

• among the upper classes in dinner clubs

• in a small town in Spain

• in the Hispanic neigborhoods in NY

What is being announced?

• the lack of Internet service in some areas

• the cancellation of a popular series

• the broadcast of a new program

• the start of university classes

Why did Antonia Paz learn to read and write at age 103?

• to keep herself busy

• to voice her concerns to the president of her country

• to read books about Peruvian history

• to write her autobiography

What change in the weather forecast is being reported?

• extremely strong winds

• more hot and sunny days

• less snow than originally predicted

• unusually cold nights

What is recommended in this brochure?

• visiting the gift shop before leaving

• wearing warm clothing at night

• staying with the group at all times

• leaving heavy bags on the bus

Who would be most interested in this product?

• a teacher

• a designer

• a travel agent

• a musician

What is being announced?

• a theatrical performance

• an art exhibit

• a traditional restaurant

• a new music school

What problem is being reported in the news?

• There is a lack of housing for vacationers

• There are many beaches closing down due to pollution

• There are traffic jams due to the number of tourists

• There are medical concerns due to the excessive heat.

Cual es la mayor ventaja del producto?

• Incluye el sistema de navigacion especial.

• Tiene un sistema estereo excepcional.

• Es ideal para una familia grande.

• Conserva gasolina en la carretera