Tips: Focus on the main problem discussed, not small side details.

Why the other options are wrong:

• Whether spring usually arrives late in Regina.: They joke about spring arriving late, but that is not the main focus. The talk stays on the barbecue plan.
• Problems with driving conditions in Saskatchewan.: Driving conditions are mentioned once. It supports the decision but is not the main topic.
• Why indoor gatherings are better than outdoor ones.: They do not argue indoor events are better in general. They choose indoors only because of snow.

Correct Answer: The poor highway conditions due to the snowfall.

Why this is correct: Speaker A mentions their cousin driving from Moose Jaw. They worry the highways are messy and unsafe. This clearly points to poor highway conditions.

Tips: Listen for the exact reason given, not what seems possible.

Why the other options are wrong:

• The guest arriving much earlier than expected.: No one mentions arriving early. Time is never discussed.
• The lack of parking near the house.: Parking near the house is never mentioned in the talk.
• The cost of travelling such a long distance.: Cost of travel is not discussed at all.

Correct Answer: Hold the gathering indoors with adjusted plans.

Why this is correct: Speaker A says they will move it indoors. They plan to roast the chicken and rename the event. This shows they adjust instead of cancelling.

Tips: When you hear a clear plan, that is often the answer.

Why the other options are wrong:

• Move the gathering to a restaurant.: They never mention going to a restaurant.
• Reschedule the barbecue for early summer.: They say they do not want to reschedule for June.
• Wait to see if the snow melts by evening.: They do not wait for the snow to melt. They decide right away.

Correct Answer: Supportive, even if it's not ideal.

Why this is correct: Speaker B agrees with the indoor plan. They say it sounds decent and focus on safety and comfort. This shows support.

Tips: Tone often shows feelings more than facts.

Why the other options are wrong:

• Relieved that they don't have to attend anymore.: Speaker B still plans to come and help. They even offer to bring doughnuts.
• Annoyed because the barbecue was important to them.: They never sound annoyed. Their tone is light and positive.
• Indifferent since they weren't involved in planning.: Speaker B is involved and gives opinions and help.

Correct Answer: They are disappointed but trying to stay positive.

Why this is correct: Speaker A says they are disappointed. They still choose to adjust and joke about ambience. This shows a positive attitude.

Tips: Look for mixed feelings when inferring attitude.

Why the other options are wrong:

• They are frustrated and want to abandon hosting altogether.: They do not abandon hosting. They keep the event.
• They believe the snow will improve the event.: They joke about snow adding ambience, but they do not truly believe it helps.
• They think the weather forecast was inaccurate on purpose.: They never blame the weather forecast.