Listening Skill Practice (Narrative Texts) I

Where does this conversation most likely take place?

• At home

• In a classroom

• In a shopping mall

• At a canteen

Why does Meili ask John to buy her a packet of milk?

• She forgot to bring her lunch.

• She is too busy completing her worksheet.

• She does not like the food in the canteen.

• She wants to test John’s kindness.

How does John describe the worksheet?

• Very difficult overall

• Full of grammar mistakes

• Mostly easy except for one challenging problem

• Too easy to be worth doing

Why didn’t Meili complete her worksheet the night before?

• She was too tired and went to bed early.

• She forgot about the assignment.

• She was watching TV.

• She didn’t understand the questions.

What does John offer to do for Meili besides getting her milk?

• Help her copy his worksheet answers

• Explain the worksheet questions

• Buy her sandwiches

• Carry her books

Why does Meili refuse to copy John's answers?

• She doesn’t trust John’s answers.

• She believes she won’t improve if she copies.

• She has already finished her worksheet.

• She prefers asking the teacher for help.

What does the traveler ask for at the beginning of the conversation?

• The best place to eat nearby

• How to get to the nearest MRT station

• The fastest way to the city

• Information about bus routes

How far are the two MRT stations from the traveler’s current location?

• 5 minutes away

• 10 minutes away

• 20 minutes away

• 30 minutes away

Why is the traveler unsure about where to go next?

• He is waiting for a friend to give him directions.

• He is unfamiliar with the MRT system and wants to check the train routes.

• He has already planned his entire trip but forgot the details.

• He is looking for a taxi instead of using the MRT.

Why does the local suggest visiting Toa Payoh Hub before taking the train?

• It is a famous tourist attraction.

• The MRT station is closed for maintenance.

• The morning rush hour makes the train very crowded.

• There is no direct train to the city from Toa Payoh.