Comprehension quiz

Hiring a Car

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

Question 1What is the main purpose of the man's visit?

To buy a second-hand car To book a driving lesson To insure his own car To hire a car for about a week

Question 2What does the man decide about insurance for the hired car?

He takes only the free basic cover He refuses all insurance to save money He adds full protection for ten pounds a day He pays forty pounds a day for insurance

Question 3What is the correct spelling of the customer's surname?

Witfield Whitefield Whitfield Whittfield

Question 4Where will the man mainly be driving the hired car?

Around the countryside In the city centre On motorways abroad Between two airports

Question 5What kind of car does the man say would be perfect?

A large family car Something small and economical on fuel A luxury automatic car A car with four-wheel drive

Question 6How much does the recommended compact model cost per day?

Ten pounds Thirty pounds Fifty pounds Forty pounds

Question 7Which statement is closest in meaning to "just to be on the safe side"?

To be cautious and avoid possible risk To save money on the rental To follow the company's rules To impress the rental agent

Question 8What is the first name of the customer hiring the car?

Matthew Mark Mike Martin

Question 9When will the car be ready for collection?

At eight tomorrow morning At ten this evening At nine tomorrow morning At nine tonight

Question 10What does the agent's remark "Very sensible" suggest about his attitude?

He approves of the man's decision to take full protection He thinks the man is wasting his money He doubts the man's driving ability He is surprised by the man's surname