The Ultimate Listening Quiz

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1. Colin says that the YHA decides what changes to make by

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The YHA decides what changes to make by asking for the views of customers. This means that they value the opinions and feedback of their customers and use it as a basis for making decisions. By seeking input from their customers, the YHA can gather valuable insights and preferences, allowing them to make informed decisions that align with the needs and desires of their target audience. This approach ensures that the changes implemented by the YHA are customer-centric and aimed at improving their overall experience.

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2.  Colin fears that in the future there may be  

Explanation

Colin's fear is that there will be an excessive number of hostels in the future. This suggests that he believes the supply of hostels will outweigh the demand, leading to potential issues such as increased competition among hostels and decreased profitability.

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3. You will hear a man talking about a restaurant he runs on a Caribbean island. What is he doing when he speaks?

Explanation

The man is explaining how a problem occurred in his restaurant on a Caribbean island.

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4. What does Colin say about YHA regulations?

Explanation

Colin states that YHA regulations used to be stricter. This implies that the regulations have been relaxed or modified over time. It suggests that there has been a change in the strictness of the regulations, indicating that they were more stringent in the past.

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5. According to Colin, a YHA building may be closed down if

Explanation

If a YHA building requires a significant amount of money to be repaired, it may be closed down. This suggests that the organization may not have the financial resources to address the necessary repairs and maintenance. Consequently, the building's closure would be a result of the financial burden and the inability to allocate sufficient funds for repairs.

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6. Part 1You will hear people talking in eight different situations.For questions 1-4, choose the best answer (A, B or C). You will hear an announcement on the radio. What kind of program is being advertised?

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The correct answer is "a documentary" because the announcement on the radio is promoting a program that provides factual information or educates the listeners about a particular topic or subject. This type of program is commonly known as a documentary, which is different from a quiz show or a drama series that focus on entertainment or fictional content.

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7. Colin says that in the early years of the YHA,

Explanation

In the early years of the YHA, it was more common for young people to travel without parents. This suggests that the YHA primarily catered to independent young travelers who were seeking adventure and exploration on their own. This could be due to factors such as increasing independence among young people, a desire for freedom and personal growth, or simply the affordability and accessibility of YHA accommodations for solo travelers.

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8.  Colin says that the majority of people who write to him   

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The correct answer is "support the changes that have been made to hostels." This is indicated by Colin's statement that the majority of people who write to him have old-fashioned ideas about YNA, which implies that they do not support the changes made to hostels. Therefore, the people who support the changes would be in the minority.

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9. You will overhear a woman talking to her colleague. Where does the woman work?

Explanation

The correct answer is "in a publisher's office". This can be inferred from the information given in the question that the woman is talking to her colleague. Since she is working in a publisher's office, it is likely that she is discussing work-related matters with her colleague, indicating her workplace.

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10. You will hear part of a talk on the radio. What is the woman talking about?

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The woman is talking about a guided walk.

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11. Part 2You will hear an interview with Colin Browne, a representative of the Youth Hostel Association, or YHA. For questions 5-11, choose the best answer (A, B or C). According to Colin, the quality of YHA accommodation 

Explanation

According to Colin, the quality of YHA accommodation has risen over the years.

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Colin says that the YHA decides what changes to make by
 Colin fears that in the future there may be  
You will hear a man talking about a restaurant he runs on a Caribbean...
What does Colin say about YHA regulations?
According to Colin, a YHA building may be closed down if
Part 1You will hear people talking in eight different situations.For...
Colin says that in the early years of the YHA,
 Colin says that the majority of people who write to...
You will overhear a woman talking to her colleague. Where does...
You will hear part of a talk on the radio. What is the woman...
Part 2You will hear an interview with Colin Browne, a representative...
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