Tips: For main idea questions, think about the whole conversation, not one detail.

Why the other options are wrong:

• Why their friend has been feeling unwell lately.: They mention she feels under the weather, but that is not the main topic. They do not discuss her health in detail.
• Which waterfront restaurant has the best view.: They name one restaurant, but they are not comparing views. The focus is planning the surprise, not the best view.
• Whether to cancel a dinner because of bad weather.: They worry about weather, but they do not decide to cancel. They adjust the plan instead.

Correct Answer: They plan to have dinner earlier in the evening.

Why this is correct: Speaker A suggests changing the time because Maya may skip late plans. They agree on an earlier dinner to keep it easy.

Tips: Listen for words that show a change from the original plan.

Why the other options are wrong:

• They move the celebration to an outdoor patio.: They actually avoid outdoor seating due to wind and rain. They prefer indoor seating.
• They cancel the surprise and tell their friend directly.: They never cancel the surprise. They only adjust the time.
• They switch to a different restaurant on Quinpool Road.: They keep the same restaurant and do not switch locations.

Correct Answer: They were worried there would be no tables left later.

Why this is correct: Speaker A explains they booked early to avoid having no place to eat. This shows fear of no availability later.

Tips: When you hear a reason, link it clearly to the question word why.

Why the other options are wrong:

• They wanted to secure a seat on the patio.: They say only indoor seating was left. They did not book for a patio.
• The restaurant offered a special birthday discount.: There is no mention of any discount. Money is not discussed.
• Their friend specifically requested that restaurant.: Maya never asked for this restaurant. It was Speaker A's choice.

Correct Answer: Relieved because it avoids a situation their friend dislikes.

Why this is correct: Speaker B says indoor seating might save them. They explain Maya hates wind messing up her hair.

Tips: Tone and feeling help you choose attitude questions.

Why the other options are wrong:

• Disappointed because it ruins the waterfront experience.: Speaker B does not sound disappointed. They sound thankful.
• Indifferent since seating does not matter to them.: They clearly have a strong feeling. They are not neutral.
• Annoyed that the decision was made without asking.: Speaker B is not angry about the booking. They support it.

Correct Answer: She often complains at first but enjoys the effort later.

Why this is correct: Speaker B says Maya will complain first. Speaker A says that is how she shows love. This suggests she still enjoys it.

Tips: Inference questions need you to read between the lines, not hear exact words.

Why the other options are wrong:

• She prefers large parties with lots of people.: They agree to invite only a small group. She does not like big crowds.
• She dislikes surprises and avoids them whenever possible.: She may complain, but they believe she will love it. She does not avoid surprises.
• She expects detailed plans and advance notice.: There is no sign she wants detailed plans or notice.