TOEFL Listening Exercise 3
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Listen to a conversation between a librarian and a student.
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Listen again to part of the conversation. Then answer the question. The audio includes all the questions for this passage. So as you listen to it, answer each question and move to the next.
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Listen to part of a lecture in a zoology class.
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Listen again to part of the conversation. Then answer the question. The audio includes all the questions for this passage. So as you listen to it, answer each question and move to the next.
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Listen to part of a lecture in an astronomy class.
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Listen again to part of the lecture. Then answer the question. The audio includes all the questions for this passage. So as you listen to it, answer each question and move to the next.
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Why does the librarian say this:
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To indicate that the student has neglected something very basic.
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To avoid offending the student while asking about something simple.
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To imply that the student is wasting time on something very obvious.
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She is indicating to the student that now is not the time for questions.
Correct Answer
B. To avoid offending the student while asking about something simple.Explanation
The librarian says this to avoid offending the student while asking about something simple. This implies that the librarian wants to maintain a respectful and non-confrontational approach when addressing the student's neglect of a basic matter. By phrasing it in this way, the librarian aims to prevent the student from feeling embarrassed or insulted about their oversight.Rate this question:
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What does the librarian mean when he says this?
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Students may get angry when they do not understand their assignment.
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Students may not understand how the librarians can help them.
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Students often ask librarians to explain assignments when professors are not clear.
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Students often start researching without thoroughly reading and undestanding the assignment.
Correct Answer
D. Students often start researching without thoroughly reading and undestanding the assignment.Explanation
The librarian means that students frequently begin their research without fully reading and comprehending the assignment.Rate this question:
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Why does the student say this?
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To indicate she is starting to feel sick.
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To express her excitement about the research.
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To suggest to the librarian that the computer isn't working properly.
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To imply she is getting confused.
Correct Answer
D. To imply she is getting confused.Explanation
The student says this to imply that she is getting confused. This suggests that she is experiencing difficulty understanding or comprehending something, possibly related to the research she is conducting.Rate this question:
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What does the librarian mean when he says this?
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Only professors can use the library computers for research.
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The computers should not be used for personal concerns.
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The computers do not have video capabilities.
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The student will only be able to do her research at the library.
Correct Answer
B. The computers should not be used for personal concerns.Explanation
The librarian means that the library computers are specifically meant for research purposes by professors only, and they should not be used for personal matters.Rate this question:
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Why does the professor say this?
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She is irritated that the student would ask such a simple question.
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She is surprised that the student has asked this question.
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She has anticipated that a student would ask this question.
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She is indicating to the student that now is not the time for questions.
Correct Answer
C. She has anticipated that a student would ask this question.Explanation
The professor says this because she has anticipated that a student would ask this question.Rate this question:
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Why does the professor say this?
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To explain why she will be using a name that students may be less familiar with.
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To indicate that students should try to inform other people about the mistaken name.
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To explain why she uses the commmon but incorrect name.
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To indicate that students should use the name opossum in class.
Correct Answer
A. To explain why she will be using a name that students may be less familiar with.Explanation
The professor says this to explain why she will be using a name that students may be less familiar with.Rate this question:
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What does the professor mean when she says this?
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"I'll answer questions in a little while, but not now."
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"I prefer that you not interrupt my explanation with questions today."
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"I'll explain clearly so there will not be any questions."
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"I'll answer questions at the end of class."
Correct Answer
A. "I'll answer questions in a little while, but not now."Explanation
The professor means that she will address questions at a later point, indicating that she is not currently available to answer them.Rate this question:
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Why does the professor say this?
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To make certain that the students understand what will be on the exam.
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To advise the students about somehting they should remember for later studies in the field.
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To encourage the students to continue studying animal behavior.
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To emphasize to the students the importance of attributing motives to animals.
Correct Answer
B. To advise the students about somehting they should remember for later studies in the field.Explanation
The professor says this to advise the students about something they should remember for later studies in the field. This suggests that the professor is providing information or guidance that will be useful for the students in their future studies and research related to animal behavior.Rate this question:
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Why does the professor say this?
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The students will agree with him that the name Theia is particularyly fitting.
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The students should remember the scientific name instead of the name Theia.
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The students should be glad that the professor is pointing out what they should remember.
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The students should be grateful that the name Theia is relatively easy to remember.
Correct Answer
D. The students should be grateful that the name Theia is relatively easy to remember.Explanation
The professor says this because the name Theia is relatively easy to remember, which the students should be grateful for.Rate this question:
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Why does the professor say this?
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He has changed his mind about when to show visual aids.
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He is signaling that what he is about to say is important for understanding the lecture.
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He is indicating that he is about to reveal some surprising information.
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He has decided to completely change his plan for the lecture.
Correct Answer
A. He has changed his mind about when to show visual aids.Explanation
The professor says this to indicate that he has changed his mind about when to show visual aids.Rate this question:
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Why does the professor say this?
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He is presenting evidence that has not been explained by the model.
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He is asking a question that he intends to answer.
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He is going to describe a misunderstanding that many people have.
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He is questioning the idea that the iron core of the Earth is important.
Correct Answer
B. He is asking a question that he intends to answer.Explanation
The professor says this because he is asking a question that he intends to answer. The statement implies that the professor is posing a question with the intention of providing an explanation or clarification for it later on. This suggests that the professor is engaging in a discussion or lecture format where they ask rhetorical questions to prompt further thought and discussion.Rate this question:
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What does the professor mean when he says this?
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He is going to return to the main topic.
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He is going to discuss something partially related to the main topic.
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He is going to discuss something unusual.
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He is going to talk about a new topic.
Correct Answer
A. He is going to return to the main topic.Explanation
The professor means that he is going to go back to the main topic that was being discussed previously. This suggests that he had temporarily deviated from the main topic but now intends to refocus the discussion on the original subject matter.Rate this question:
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What does the professor mean when he says this?
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He is going to explain why the model is not true.
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He is going to compare the model to another theory.
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He is going to present problems with the model.
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He is going to explain the model by using examples.
Correct Answer
C. He is going to present problems with the model.Explanation
The professor means that he is going to discuss the issues or flaws associated with the model. He will likely point out the problems or limitations of the model and provide explanations or evidence to support his critique.Rate this question:
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Why does the professor say this?
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To explain that the Giant Impact Model will always be questioned by science.
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To indicate that the Giant Impact Model might achieve the status of theory in the future.
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To argue that the Giant Impact Model will be proven true in the future.
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To state that he is not sure whether the Giant Impact Model quealifies as a theory.
Correct Answer
B. To indicate that the Giant Impact Model might achieve the status of theory in the future.Explanation
The professor says this to indicate that the Giant Impact Model might achieve the status of theory in the future.Rate this question:
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