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CELPIP Practice Listening: Problem Solving ID: #60453 Medium Finding the Petting Zoo
Instructions ›
  • You will hear a conversation in 3 sections. You will hear each section only once.
  • After each section, you will hear 2 or 3 questions. You will hear the questions only once.
  • Choose the best answer to each question.
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Correct Answer: A petting zoo with farm animals

Why this is correct: She says she is trying to get to a petting zoo. She names it as Maplewood Farm, which is a petting zoo.

Tips: In problem solving questions, focus on the first reason the speaker asks for help.

Why the other options are wrong:

  • A large city aquarium: The speakers never mention an aquarium. They only talk about a farm and animals.
  • A children’s playground: There is no talk about swings or play equipment. The place is a farm, not a playground.
  • A public beach area: They never mention sand, water, or swimming. The destination is not a beach.

Correct Answer: It is the correct bus to start with.

Why this is correct: The driver tells her she is on the right bus. He explains she only needs to transfer later.

Tips: When you hear comfort or reassurance, it often answers the question.

Why the other options are wrong:

  • It goes directly to the farm.: The driver says she will need to transfer later. This bus does not go directly there.
  • It is going the wrong direction.: The driver clearly says she is on the right bus. It is not the wrong direction.
  • It stops running soon.: There is no mention of the bus stopping service. The driver sounds calm and helpful.

Correct Answer: She is worried she missed the right bus.

Why this is correct: She says she was worried she missed it. The driver answers by calming her.

Tips: Feelings like worry or fear often explain the problem.

Why the other options are wrong:

  • She thinks the farm is closed today.: They never talk about the farm being closed. Time or hours are not discussed.
  • She does not have enough fare.: She does not mention money or fare problems. Later she asks calmly about payment.
  • She forgot the farm’s address.: She knows the farm name already. Forgetting the address is not mentioned.

Correct Answer: Using the SeaBus.

Why this is correct: The driver tells her to get off at Waterfront Station. He says to take the SeaBus across.

Tips: Directions often come step by step, so listen in order.

Why the other options are wrong:

  • Taking a taxi from downtown.: A taxi is never suggested. Public transit is the only option discussed.
  • Staying on the same bus.: The driver says she needs to get off and transfer. Staying on the same bus is not advised.
  • Walking across the bridge.: Walking is never mentioned. The distance is covered by transit.

Correct Answer: It is faster and more direct today.

Why this is correct: The driver compares the options. He says the bus is slower and less direct today.

Tips: When two options are compared, listen for the reason words.

Why the other options are wrong:

  • It costs less than the bus.: Cost is not given as a reason. Speed and direction are the reasons.
  • It stops right at the farm.: The SeaBus does not stop at the farm. Another bus is needed after.
  • It avoids using a Compass Card.: The Compass Card still works. The SeaBus does not avoid it.

Correct Answer: Her Compass Card is valid.

Why this is correct: She asks about paying for the SeaBus. The driver says her Compass Card works.

Tips: Payment details are often short and direct, so listen carefully.

Why the other options are wrong:

  • She needs to buy a new ticket.: The driver says no new ticket is needed. The same card works.
  • It is free on weekends.: Weekends are never mentioned. Free travel is not discussed.
  • Cash payment is required.: Cash payment is not required. The card is accepted.

Correct Answer: She chooses the SeaBus route.

Why this is correct: After hearing the plan, she agrees. She clearly says she will do the SeaBus route.

Tips: The decision often comes right after advice is given.

Why the other options are wrong:

  • She decides to take a taxi instead.: She never mentions taking a taxi. She agrees with the transit plan.
  • She postpones the visit.: She does not cancel the visit. She continues planning the trip.
  • She stays on the bus to the end.: She agrees to transfer, not stay on the bus to the end.

Correct Answer: Let her know when to get off.

Why this is correct: The driver promises to remind her. This means he will tell her when to get off.

Tips: The last line often hints at what happens next.

Why the other options are wrong:

  • Call the farm to confirm hours.: Calling the farm is never mentioned. The driver stays on the bus.
  • Change the bus route.: Changing the route is not possible. The driver only gives directions.
  • Help her buy a new card.: She already has a valid card. Buying a new card is not needed.

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