Unit 8 Listening Quiz
This quiz should be completed while listening to Unit 8 Listening Track on the classroom home page (http://ucenglish. Ning. Com). Remember, you can listen to the track as many times as you want and take the quiz as many times as you want. Only your best score on the quiz counts toward your grade.
Questions and Answers
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Listen to the entire listening as many times as you need to. Now try to answer the questions that follow about important details in the conversation.1. Who is Lufti?
- A.
A TV reporter
- B.
A teacher
- C.
A student
Correct Answer
C. A studentExplanation
The correct answer is A student. This can be inferred from the information given in the question prompt, which states "Listen to the entire listening as many times as you need to." This suggests that there is a conversation or dialogue being listened to, and in that conversation, Lufti is referred to as a student.Rate this question:
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2. Lufti is American.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- C.
Doesn't say
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The given statement does not provide any information about Lufti's nationality. Therefore, it cannot be determined whether Lufti is American or not. Hence, the correct answer is "Doesn't say."Rate this question:
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3. What do you call students from other countries?
- A.
Foreign workers
- B.
Ethnic migrants
- C.
International students
Correct Answer
C. International studentsExplanation
International students refers to students who come from other countries to study in a different country. This term is used to specifically identify students who are not from the host country and have traveled to pursue their education. The other options, foreign workers and ethnic migrants, do not accurately describe students from other countries as they focus on different categories of individuals such as employees or people who permanently relocate to a different country.Rate this question:
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4. What is Lufti's problem?
- A.
She has no money.
- B.
She wants a boyfriend.
- C.
She thinks she failed an exam.
Correct Answer
C. She thinks she failed an exam.Explanation
The correct answer is "She thinks she failed an exam." This is because the question asks about Lufti's problem, and out of the given options, the only problem mentioned is that she thinks she failed an exam. The other options about having no money or wanting a boyfriend are not mentioned in the question and therefore cannot be considered as Lufti's problem.Rate this question:
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5. Lufti is never homesick.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- C.
Doesn't say
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The statement "Lufti is never homesick" is contradicted by the answer "False." This suggests that Lufti does experience homesickness at some point, indicating that the statement is not true.Rate this question:
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6. How does Yana react?
- A.
She says that she sometimes feels that way too.
- B.
She is not sympathetic.
- C.
She agrees Lufti should go home.
Correct Answer
A. She says that she sometimes feels that way too.Explanation
Yana's reaction to the situation is that she expresses empathy towards the other person by saying that she sometimes feels the same way too. This implies that she understands and relates to the emotions being discussed.Rate this question:
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7. What do Yana and Emiko say about the advantages of studying in America?
- A.
There are many job opportunities.
- B.
It will be easier to find a good husband.
- C.
It's a good way to gain permission to immigrate.
Correct Answer
A. There are many job opportunities.Explanation
Yana and Emiko mention that studying in America has the advantage of providing many job opportunities.Rate this question:
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8. Emiko thinks the facilities at the university aren't very good.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- C.
Doesn't say
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The given answer is False because the statement mentions that Emiko thinks the facilities at the university aren't very good. Since the statement is about Emiko's opinion, it does not provide a factual or objective assessment of the facilities at the university. Therefore, we cannot determine whether the facilities are actually good or not based on Emiko's opinion.Rate this question:
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9. Does Yana have friends who are American?
- A.
Yes, she has many.
- B.
Yes, but only a few.
- C.
No, she has none at all.
Correct Answer
B. Yes, but only a few.Explanation
The correct answer is "Yes, but only a few." This implies that while Yana does have some American friends, the number is limited.Rate this question:
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10. How does Emiko feel about her time in America? A. She has enjoyed herselfB. She experienced the same things as LuftiC. She is neutral
- A.
She has enjoyed herself.
- B.
She experienced the same things as Lufti.
- C.
She is neutral.
Correct Answer
A. She has enjoyed herself.Explanation
The correct answer is "She has enjoyed herself." This is indicated by the phrase "She has enjoyed herself." in the answer options. It suggests that Emiko had a positive experience during her time in America.Rate this question:
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11. What suggestion does Emiko make?
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Lufti should go home.
- B.
Talking to a teacher might help.
- C.
Lufti should talk to a counselor.
Correct Answer
C. Lufti should talk to a counselor.Explanation
Emiko suggests that Lufti should talk to a counselor. This implies that Lufti may be facing some personal or emotional issues that would benefit from professional guidance and support. Emiko believes that a counselor would be able to provide the necessary help and advice to Lufti.Rate this question:
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12. These are students at a top American university.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- C.
Doesn't say
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The given statement implies that the individuals mentioned in the statement are students studying at a prestigious American university. Therefore, the correct answer is true.Rate this question:
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Read the excerpts from the listening below. Fill in the gaps with the missing words. Remember to only put spaces between your answers (so no marks like , ; - / .).13.Yana: Hey, Emiko, what did you think of the ____________?Emiko: I think I've passed, but I wish I'd done more ______________.Yana: Yeah, me too. __________________ I answered all the questions this time. Hey, Lufti, what's the ____________ with you? Why are you so quiet?
Correct Answer
exam revision At least matterExplanation
Yana and Emiko are discussing their thoughts on the exam they just took. Emiko believes she has passed but wishes she had done more exam revision. Yana agrees and mentions that she wishes she had answered all the questions. Yana then asks Lufti why he is being quiet, indicating that something is bothering him.Rate this question:
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14.Lufti: I'm sure I've failed.Yana: Oh, _______________. You can't be sure of anything with exams like these.Lufti: I said I'm sure I _______________! Will you leave me alone?Emiko: Hey, Lufti, ____________________ …
Correct Answer
come on failed calm downExplanation
The correct answer is "come on failed calm down". In the conversation, Lufti expresses his certainty that he has failed. Yana responds by saying "Oh, come on" to express disbelief or to encourage Lufti to not be so negative. Yana then follows up with "failed calm down" to suggest that Lufti should calm down and not be so upset about the situation. Emiko's statement is not provided in the question, so we cannot determine what she says.Rate this question:
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15.Lufti: ____________________ I don't know all this? The thing is, I’ve actually been thinking about leaving for __________. You know, I’ve got problems. My English isn't ___________ – that's why I have such difficulties with my studies. And I’m still __________________ after all this time. You two are great, but I haven't made any American friends here – not one. If you’re not American, it’s hard to make friends.
Correct Answer
Don't you think ages fluent homesickExplanation
The answer "Don't you think ages fluent homesick" fits in the blank spaces of the conversation because Lufti is expressing his difficulties and concerns. He is questioning whether his lack of English fluency and homesickness are contributing to his struggles and lack of American friends. The phrase "Don't you think" implies that he is seeking validation or agreement from the person he is speaking to.Rate this question:
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