Listening - speaking (C2 CEFR)

Understanding Main Ideas and Details After listening to a TED Talk on quantum physics, what should the learner be able to understand?

• Only the technical terms used.

• Only the general theme of the talk.

•  Both the technical terms and broader implications, including metaphors.

• The speaker's background and biography.

 Flexibility and Accuracy When speaking naturally and accurately, what should a C2 learner avoid?

• Using a wide range of vocabulary.

• Frequently pausing to think about words.

• Adapting language to the audience.

• Expressing ideas clearly and logically.

Processing Fast and Non-standard Language A C2 learner can understand fast-paced dialogues and humor in a TV show like The Office, even with regional accents.

• True

• False

Understanding Main Ideas A C2 learner can fully understand the main ideas and details of specialized academic material.

• True

• False

Handling Regional Accents What can a C2 learner do when listening to regional accents in a conversation?

• • Ignore it because it's too difficult to understand.

• Understand the main content but may miss some words.

• • Fully understand the conversation, including regional accents and slang.

• Only understand basic words.

Complex Expression A C2 learner can use idioms and express abstract ideas naturally during discussions.

• True

• False

Speaking Fluently A C2 learner can speak fluently without pausing to think about vocabulary.

• True

• False

Using Idioms and Expressions In a group meeting, a C2 learner should use:

• Common idioms and expressions to create familiarity.

• Basic words to ensure everyone understands.

• Complex language without adjustment.

• Avoid idioms as they may cause confusion.

1. Match the speaking context with the appropriate communication style:

1. 1. Presenting scientific research.

2. 2. Chatting with an old friend.

3. 3. Job interview.

• A) Formal and professional.

• B) Friendly and relaxed.

C) Precise and thorough.

• 1-C, 2-B, 3-A

• 1-A, 2-B, 3-C

• 1-C, 2-A, 3-B

• 1-B, 2-A, 3-C

1.  Match the listening context with the appropriate skill:

   • 1. Listening to news on the radio.

   • 2. Listening to a conversation in a movie.

   • 3. Listening to a speech at a scientific conference.

   • A) Understanding technical details and specialized terms.

   • B) Following fast pace and recognizing regional accents.

C) Grasping main ideas and key details.

• 1-A, 2-C, 3-B

• 1-A, 2-B, 3-C

• 1-C, 2-B, 3-A

• 1-B, 2-, 3-A