Tips: First questions often test the main idea of the whole conversation.

Why the other options are wrong:

• How expensive children's sports have become in Etobicoke.: They do mention cost, but only as one reason. The main talk is not about prices in Etobicoke.
• Whether their neighbours expect their child to play hockey.: They mention neighbours, but only to discuss pressure. The decision is about the activity, not neighbour expectations.
• Their own childhood experiences with winter sports.: Speaker A talks about childhood briefly. It is not the main topic of the conversation.

Correct Answer: The high cost of equipment.

Why this is correct: Speaker A says hockey gear costs a small fortune. He compares it to skating and says skating is more manageable. This clearly shows cost is a concern.

Tips: Listen carefully when speakers list problems or worries.

Why the other options are wrong:

• The quality of coaching at the local rink.: No one talks about coaching quality. The transcript never mentions coaches.
• The risk of serious injuries.: They never talk about injuries. Safety is not discussed.
• The lack of available spots this season.: They do not worry about spots for hockey. They worry about cost and schedule.

Correct Answer: She wants to avoid making the decision based on social pressure.

Why this is correct: Speaker B says she does not want to push Maya just because hockey feels Canadian. She is worried about choosing hockey only due to popularity. This shows she wants to avoid social pressure.

Tips: When asked about feelings, focus on opinion words.

Why the other options are wrong:

• She assumes their child will eventually choose it anyway.: She does not say Maya will choose hockey later. She says Maya has not asked for it.
• She believes it will help their child fit in at school.: She worries about fitting in, but she does not support that idea.
• She thinks popularity makes it the best option.: She never says popular means best. She questions that thinking.

Correct Answer: It better fits their schedule and reduces stress.

Why this is correct: Speaker B says skating lessons fit better with their schedule. She also says they already juggle other activities and want less stress. This explains their choice.

Tips: For why questions, listen for because style explanations.

Why the other options are wrong:

• It is more competitive at a young age.: They never say figure skating is more competitive.
• Their child has already rejected hockey.: Maya has not rejected hockey. She just has not asked for it.
• The neighbours recommended that programme.: Neighbours did not recommend figure skating.

Correct Answer: Consider switching programmes in the future.

Why this is correct: Speaker B says if Maya begs for hockey next year, they will revisit it. This means they are open to switching later. The plan is not final forever.

Tips: End of conversations often reveal final plans.

Why the other options are wrong:

• Wait for the school to suggest it.: They do not wait for the school. They decide themselves.
• Refuse because the decision is final.: They clearly say no hard feelings, not a final decision.
• Add hockey practices alongside skating.: They do not plan to do both at the same time.