Unit 8 Listening Quiz

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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, ____________________ …

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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.

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  • 2. 

    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.

    Explanation
    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.

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  • 3. 

    6. How does Yana react?

    • She says that she sometimes feels that way too.

    • She is not sympathetic.

    • 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.

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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 matter
    Explanation
    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.

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  • 5. 

    3. What do you call students from other countries?

    • Foreign workers

    • Ethnic migrants

    • International students

    Correct Answer
    A. International students
    Explanation
    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.

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  • 6. 

    2. Lufti is American.

    • True

    • False

    • Doesn't say

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    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."

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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 TV reporter

    • A teacher

    • A student

    Correct Answer
    A. A student
    Explanation
    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.

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    7. What do Yana and Emiko say about the advantages of studying in America?

    • There are many job opportunities.

    • It will be easier to find a good husband.

    • 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.

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  • 9. 

    8. Emiko thinks the facilities at the university aren't very good.

    • True

    • False

    • Doesn't say

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    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.

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  • 10. 

    4. What is Lufti's problem?

    • She has no money.

    • She wants a boyfriend.

    • She thinks she failed an exam.

    Correct Answer
    A. 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.

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    9. Does Yana have friends who are American?

    • Yes, she has many.

    • Yes, but only a few.

    • No, she has none at all.

    Correct Answer
    A. 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.

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    11. What suggestion does Emiko make?

    • Lufti should go home.

    • Talking to a teacher might help.

    • Lufti should talk to a counselor.

    Correct Answer
    A. 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.

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    5. Lufti is never homesick.

    • True

    • False

    • Doesn't say

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    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.

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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

    • She has enjoyed herself.

    • She experienced the same things as Lufti.

    • 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.

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    12. These are students at a top American university.

    • True

    • False

    • Doesn't say

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    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.

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