Listen to the item then answer the following questions in ENGLISH. Check your answers with the resources at the end.
Explain the discussion between the two speakers. (2 marks)
Why would the man be surprised at the woman's last statement? (3 marks)
What point has the boy reached in planning his future? (2 marks)
What issues does this item highlight? (2 marks)
How will Hugh combine his interests in his future career? (2 marks)
How would you describe the girl's attitude to her future? (3 marks)
What are the advantages of the boy’s part-time job? (3 marks)
What decision do you think the father will make about her request? Justify your answer with reference to the text. (3 marks)
Why does Sachiko say "urayamashii"? (3 marks)
Justify the decision Kelly might make with reference to the text. (5 marks)
Task 1 (PDF 225KB) – response to an interview (reading and responding type A)
Task 2 (PDF 26KB) – response to an advertisement (reading and responding type B)