Tips: Focus on the overall purpose of the conversation, not small details.

Why the other options are wrong:

• Problems with parking in downtown Truro.: They mention parking, but only as one problem. The talk is not mainly about Truro parking.
• Whether to move closer to Halifax for events.: They never talk about moving closer to Halifax. They only talk about visiting for the event.
• Their favourite summer festivals in Nova Scotia.: They do not list many festivals. They focus on one event, the Nova Scotia Tattoo.

Correct Answer: Concerns about the drive and crowded parking in Halifax.

Why this is correct: Speaker B says the drive to Halifax feels like a lot. He also remembers bad parking last time. These worries make him hesitant.

Tips: When asked about hesitation, listen for problems mentioned early.

Why the other options are wrong:

• The weather forecast for the weekend.: He does not mention bad weather at the start. Weather comes later and is positive.
• Having other plans in Truro.: He never says he has other plans in Truro. He talks about travel stress.
• A lack of interest in music performances.: He says he loves the music and pageantry. So interest is not the problem.

Correct Answer: Buying tickets for the Sunday matinee if available.

Why this is correct: Speaker A suggests checking matinee tickets online. Speaker B agrees and says to do that. This shows their final plan.

Tips: The final decision is usually at the end of the talk.

Why the other options are wrong:

• Waiting until next year to attend the Tattoo.: They do not say they will wait until next year. They plan to check tickets now.
• Watching clips of the Tattoo online instead.: They never talk about watching it online. They plan to attend in person.
• Going to the Saturday night show despite the crowds.: They move away from the Saturday night idea. They prefer the matinee.

Correct Answer: Cautiously positive but still a little unsure.

Why this is correct: Speaker B says he is still a bit wary. But he also agrees to go and says it will be a nice change. This shows cautious optimism.

Tips: Look for emotional words to judge attitude.

Why the other options are wrong:

• Annoyed about being pressured to go.: He never sounds angry or pressured. His tone is thoughtful.
• Completely uninterested in the event.: He shows interest and agrees to go. He is not uninterested.
• Confident that everything will go perfectly.: He does not say everything will be perfect. He says he is still wary.

Correct Answer: It is likely cheaper and less crowded than an evening show.

Why this is correct: Speaker A says matinee tickets are cheaper. He also says it might be calmer than Saturday night. This matches cheaper and less crowded.

Tips: When asked why, listen for because-type explanations.

Why the other options are wrong:

• It features different performers than the evening show.: He does not mention different performers. Only timing and cost.
• It allows them to avoid driving on Highway 102 entirely.: They still plan to use Highway 102. It does not avoid the drive.
• It is the only time tickets are usually available.: He does not say it is the only time tickets are available.