Practice Test Listening Part 1
You will hear three different extracts.
For questions 1-6, choose the answer {A, B or C) which fits best according to what you hear. There are two questions for each extract.
Extract One
You hear two careers advisers discussing whether students should take a year off after graduation to go travelling.
- When mentioning recent statistics on graduates taking gap years, the man reveals A. his scepticism about the value of rushing to get a job after university. B. his doubts about the validity of some research. C. his understanding of the anxiety that prevents them from travelling.
- What do the two careers advisers agree about a gap year? A. Some employers consider it a lazy option. B. The way graduates present it at interview is crucial. C. Graduates should spend it doing something relevant to their career.
Extract 2
You hear a sociologist talking about consumer buying behaviour.
3. What does the sociologist say about the ‘information search stage’ of decision making? A. It arouses a desire for a better situation. B. It is likely to be incomplete. C.It is a lengthy process.
4. According to the sociologist, how do marketing professionals most successfully influence people’s choice of product? A. They aim to create new aspirations in people. B. They offer updated designs that increase customer satisfaction. C. They improve websites to make buying their products easy.
Extract 3
You hear a man who has an internet company talking about selling goods online.
5. In the man’s opinion, what is most needed when selling goods online?
A. an appreciation of how it differs from shop-based selling
B. a willingness to adapt quickly to new circumstances
C. an awareness of how to make a website attractive
6. What is the man doing in answer to the interviewer’s question about growing an online business?
A. comparing the advantages of two business theories
B. warning of the dangers of inadequate funding
C. suggesting the use of external consultants
