Comprehension quiz

Enquiring About an English Course

Listen to the lesson carefully, then answer 10 comprehension questions. Pick one option per question.

Question 1What is the main reason the caller contacts the language school?

To ask about job opportunities for teachers To complain about a previous course To enquire about an IELTS preparation course To change the time of an existing booking

Question 2Which class does the caller finally decide to book?

The morning class starting at nine thirty The evening class from six thirty until eight thirty A weekend intensive class A private one-to-one class

Question 3What does the school say about the course fee for the whole term?

It is two hundred pounds with no reductions It costs three hundred pounds for new students It is free for evening class students It is normally two hundred pounds but discounted this month

Question 4On which days does the IELTS preparation course run?

Mondays and Wednesdays Tuesdays and Thursdays Mondays and Fridays Wednesdays and Fridays

Question 5Within what period does the caller hope to be ready for the IELTS exam?

One month Six months One year Three months

Question 6What time does the morning IELTS class finish each day?

Eleven thirty Twelve Twelve thirty One o'clock

Question 7Which statement is closest in meaning to "the evening class would suit me better"?

The evening class is cheaper for him The evening class has better teachers The evening class fits his schedule more conveniently The evening class is less crowded

Question 8How long does each evening class session last?

Two hours One hour Three hours Ninety minutes

Question 9How does the caller feel about the course fee for the term?

He thinks it is reasonable He finds it far too expensive He refuses to pay it He asks to pay in cash

Question 10What can be inferred about the caller's availability from his choice?

He is free only at weekends He cannot attend twice a week He lives far from the school He is probably occupied during the day