Confirming Requirements for Participation in Career Fairs - TOEFL Listening Practice Test

The TOEFL Listening section assesses your ability to understand spoken English in an academic environment, particularly through conversations. This section presents a variety of topics, demanding careful listening and accurate responses to multiple-choice questions. Each conversation is carefully designed to mimic real classroom scenarios, providing an authentic learning experience.

This practice set focuses on a dialogue between James and Tom, discussing the career fair happening next week in their campus. In this section, you'll face multiple-choice questions based on the conversation that will test your comprehension and attention to detail. To excel in the TOEFL Listening section, consistent practice and strategies for identifying key information are crucial. This dialogue will help you understand the nuances of academic discussions while also preparing you for similar scenarios in your studies. Let’s begin enhancing your listening skills!

Listening Instructions

• You can listen to each conversation and lecture only once.
• You have approximately 8 minutes to listen to the conversation/lecture and respond to the questions.
• Each question generally carries one point unless otherwise specified in the instructions, which will explicitly state the assigned points for specific questions.
• After listening to the Conversation, respond to questions related to the topic based on explicit or implicit statements made by the speakers.
• Feel free to make notes as you listen. You can refer to your notes to aid in answering the questions. 
• We recommend practicing note-taking with a pen and paper, similar to what you'll do during the TOEFL Exam.

Conversation on Confirming Requirements for Participation in Career Fairs

Now listen to the audio.

Questions

Directions: Mark your answer by selecting your choice.

1. What is the main purpose of James's conversation with Tom? 
   
   1. To discuss the location of the career fair
   2. To clarify the requirements for participating in the career fair
   3. To ask about job opportunities at the fair
   4. To find out about the workshops available

1. According to Tom, what is the registration fee for the career fair?  
   
   1. £10 
   2. £15
   3. £20
   4. £25

1. What does Tom mean when he says, “First impressions matter, and you want to present yourself well”?
   
   1. It’s important to arrive early at the event 
   2. Dressing appropriately is crucial for making a good impression 
   3. You should avoid talking to recruiters
   4. You need to have a flashy portfolio 

1. What is James's attitude towards the information Tom provides?
   
   1. Confused and uncertain 
   2. Grateful and feeling more prepared  
   3. Indifferent and uninterested
   4. Skeptical about the career fair

Transcript of the Audio Conversation on Confirming Requirements for Participation in Career Fairs

Answers and Explanations of the Conversation on Confirming Requirements for Participation in Career Fairs 

1. Answer: To clarify the requirements for participating in the career fair.

Explanation: The main focus of James's conversation with Tom is to understand what is needed to participate in the career fair, including registration and necessary documents. The other options, such as discussing the location, job opportunities, or workshops, are not the primary concern of their conversation.

2. Answer: C. £20. 

Explanation: Tom explicitly states that there is a registration fee of £20, which covers entry and access to workshops. The other options (£10, £15, and £25) are incorrect as they do not reflect the fee mentioned in the conversation.

3. Answer: B. Dressing appropriately is crucial for making a good impression. 

Explanation: Tom emphasizes the importance of dressing professionally to create a positive first impression at the career fair. The other options do not align with the context of making a good impression, as arriving early, avoiding conversations, or having a flashy portfolio are not directly related to the importance of professional attire.

4. Answer: B. Grateful and feeling more prepared.

Explanation: James expresses gratitude for the information provided by Tom and indicates that he feels more prepared for the career fair after their discussion. The other options, such as being confused, indifferent, or skeptical, do not accurately reflect James's positive response to the advice given.

5. Answer: C. A CV, a cover letter, and a portfolio.

Explanation: Tom advises James to bring several copies of his CV, and a tailored cover letter, and mentions that some students bring a portfolio if relevant. The other options do not include all the necessary documents that Tom suggests, making them incorrect.

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