Tactics for listening 3rd edition developing midterm tests with answer key

General Midterm and Final Test InstructionsDeveloping Tactics for Listening Third Edition The tests included on this Testing Program and Resource CD-ROM are designed for midterm and fina

MIDTERM TESTS WITH ANSWER KEY

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Developing Tactics for Listening Third Edition

The tests included on this Testing Program and Resource

CD-ROM are designed for midterm and final evaluation

of students’ mastery of the Student Book (Unit quizzes

are available separately.) The tests may be given in a

regular classroom with a CD player, and they are easily

administered to large or small groups of students

Teachers may use the tests to assign grades or to identify

areas in which students need additional assistance

This section of the Testing Program and Resource

CD-ROM includes photocopiable student test sheets, an

Answer Key, and Audio Script of the tests It also contains

the recordings needed to administer the tests

The Midterm Test covers Units 1–12, and the Final Test

covers Units 13–24 The test items are based on the

listening activities presented in the Student Book To

assess students’ speaking ability, teachers may use the

interviews, role plays, and other speaking activities in

the Conversation Corner sections of the Student Book

The Tests

The Midterm and Final Test are each worth a total of

100 points This format was chosen to make it easier for

teachers of large classes to administer and score their

students’ tests Each test is divided into four sections:

Listening 1

This section has 10 items worth 3 points each For

each item, students listen to a short conversation or

monologue Students decide whether the statement

printed on their test sheet is true or false, and then check

the correct answer on the sheet This section measures a

range of abilities including listening for gist, attitudes,

and key words

Listening 2

This section has 5 items worth 3 points each For each

item, students listen to a short conversation as they look at

two similar pictures on their test sheet Students then put

a check by the picture that best matches the content of the

conversation This section measures students’ ability to

listen for gist and details, as well as their mastery of the

vocabulary words introduced in the Student Book

Listening 3

This section has 5 items worth 3 points each For each

item, students listen to a short conversation or

mono-logue Students read the question printed on their test

sheet and circle the best answer This section measures

students’ ability to listen for details

Listening 4

This section has 20 items worth 2 points each For each item, students listen to a question or statement and read the two possible responses printed on their test sheet Students choose the best response to the question or statement they heard This section measures students’ ability to listen to everyday conversations and respond appropriately

Timing

The Midterm Test and Final Test are each about 10 minutes long Actual administration time, including set-up and collection of materials at the end of the test, may run 20 minutes longer

Giving the Test

Before the students arrive, teachers should photocopy test sheets for themselves and all of their students When the class has started, teachers distribute the test sheets and have students write their names and the date on them Teachers then read aloud the instructions for the first section and play the CD (They may wish to play each recording twice.) Before playing each of the remaining sections, teachers should go over the instructions and make sure students understand them.When the test is finished, teachers collect the test sheets from the class They should check to make sure they receive one test sheet from each student and that each test sheet has the correct name written on it

Scoring

Teachers write the students’ total scores in the space provided at the beginning of each test Space is also provided at the end of each section to write the students’ scores for that section The point value of each section is also indicated on the test sheets A scale of 100 points is used to make it easy to convert the scores to grades.Teachers may wish to go over the test in class so that students can see their errors and review any difficult areas The test results can help teachers determine where additional practice is needed When assigning grades,

it is most beneficial to use the test results in conjunction with other types of assessment, such as the speaking activities in the Conversation Corner sections of the Student Book

General Midterm and Final

Test Instructions

Listening 1 Test Audio 2

Are these statements true or false? Listen and check (✓) the correct answer

True False

1 The driver puts the man’s bag in the trunk

2 The woman refuses the man’s suggestion

3 Lynne is having a potluck party

4 Chris is a vegetarian

5 The customer needs the salesperson’s help right now

6 The food at the restaurant was so-so

7 The man tells the woman not to do something

8 Helen feels better

9 Cindy is talking about the job that she has now

10 Bob is going to start jogging before work

Listening 2 Test Audio 3

Which picture best matches each conversation? Listen and check (✓) the correct picture

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Listening 3 Test Audio 4

Listen and circle the correct answer

1. What does the woman want? 4. What are the boys going to have?

2. What's wrong with the dress? 5. What's the invitation for?

b. It's the wrong style b. to come to dinner

3. What option does the clerk suggest

to the customer?

a. taking a bigger car

b. renting the car for an extra day

c. joining the car rental club

Listening 4 Test Audio 5

Listen Circle the best response

b. Yes, I do And now I have a fever, too b. Yes, I do

b. That's right I play the drums b. Yes, it was delicious

b. Oh well, maybe next time then b. Some other time, thanks

b. No, the insurance is optional, but extra b. Yes, the insurance it optional

b. Sure I have change for a twenty turned off

3 points for each correct answer

15

2 points for each correct answer

40

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14 What is the man’s problem?

A It’s too dark to see his seat.

B He can’t watch the inflight movie.

C He can’t adjust his seat.

D He doesn’t like the video.

15 What are the man and woman going to do

this weekend?

A Play baseball

B Get a haircut

C Meet the man’s brother

D Watch a sports event

Test Audio 12

part 2

Listen to each question Choose the correct response Use your answer sheet.

7 A Yes, it was on Saturday.

B I’m looking forward to it.

C Wednesday was really busy.

D It was pretty boring.

8 A But this is my favorite song.

B Yes, you have to change at Pine Street

Station.

C No, I don’t think they have any change.

D I need to buy a new racket.

9 A I’ve never been to China.

B Indian sounds better than Chinese.

C No, I don’t want to cook.

D My birthday was yesterday.

10 A Oh, are we landing soon?

B I got up right after dawn.

C Okay Here’s your sheet.

D These are my possessions.

11 A Yes, I’m still searching for it.

B Yes, but I hope to feel better soon.

C No, it was really unsuccessful.

D Actually, it’s not that tough.

12 A Thanks, I’d love to.

B It’s not so bad.

C Yeah, maybe some other time.

D What kind of music do you like?

Test Audio 11

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Units 1–12

part 1

Choose the correct answer, A, B, or C.

1 What is the tutor’s opinion about the title of

Peter’s assignment?

A It’s better not to have a title at this stage.

B He may wish to alter it later.

C It’s appropriate for the content of the

assignment

2 According to Peter, in the 1930s in the UK

A people were more interested in cars than

C Each program lasted about two hours.

4 Which types of program could not be shown

A there was less investment in programming.

B programs were made in different locations

C the price of television sets went up

6 What does the tutor think about the impact

of television in the mid-20th century?

A Demand for certain other forms of entertainment decreased.

B The effects on social life have been exaggerated.

C It meant that people spent less money than before.

Complete the notes below Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.

Outline of written assignment

part 2

Complete the sentences below Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.

“Green” house design

using ceiling fans.

Look at the diagram of a new housing development Label the map below Write the appropriate letter on the blank next to each question.

H C

E B

A

D F

G club house

Developing TACTiCS FoR liSTening

14 What is the man’s problem?

A It’s too dark to see his seat.

B He can’t watch the inflight movie.

C He can’t adjust his seat.

D He doesn’t like the video.

15 What are the man and woman going to do

this weekend?

A Play baseball

B Get a haircut

C Meet the man’s brother

D Watch a sports event

Test Audio 18

part 2

Listen to each question Choose the correct response Use your answer sheet.

7 A Yes, it was on Saturday.

B I’m looking forward to it.

C Wednesday was really busy.

D It was pretty boring.

8 A But this is my favorite song.

B Yes, you have to change at Pine Street

Station.

C No, I don’t think they have any change.

D I need to buy a new racket.

9 A I’ve never been to China.

B Indian sounds better than Chinese.

C No, I don’t want to cook.

D My birthday was yesterday.

10 A Oh, are we landing soon?

B I got up right after dawn.

C Okay Here’s your sheet.

D These are my possessions.

11 A Yes, I’m still searching for it.

B Yes, but I hope to feel better soon.

C No, it was really unsuccessful.

D Actually, it’s not that tough.

12 A Thanks, I’d love to.

B It’s not so bad.

C Yeah, maybe some other time.

D What kind of music do you like?

Test Audio 17

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part 3

Listen to the following talk Choose the correct answer for each question Use your answer sheet.

13 Who might be interested in the Roller-Grab?

A Someone who’s recovering from injury

B Someone who’s planning to go on

vacation

C Someone who wants to become a

professional roller-skater

D Someone who wants to get into shape

14 How do users adjust the difficulty?

A Sit on the padded seat

B Grab the power bar

C Turn the tension spring

D Pull the power bar

15 What advice is offered to people who want

to buy the Roller-Grab?

Listen to each question Choose the correct response Use your answer sheet.

7 A No, it hasn’t taken off yet.

B The trip takes about three hours.

C I’m tired, it must be very late.

D I’m sorry, but boarding has finished.

8 A The barbecue is burning nicely.

B I burned myself a little but I’m okay.

C Well, it’s my grandmother’s recipe.

D Yes, I made it from old bricks.

9 A No, I’m buying a gift for his sister.

B Because my birthday is next week.

C It’s to celebrate his graduation.

D He probably wouldn’t like a tie.

10 A Not at all It’s no problem.

B Don’t worry, I know a good drycleaner.

C You should probably call a plumber.

D That’s okay I hardly ever wear it.

11 A No, but I have started jogging.

B Yes, I like to eat fast food.

C My new glasses are much stronger.

D I know, I need to lose ten pounds.

12 A There is a really big library.

B Most people get something at the

cafeteria.

C My next class doesn’t start for an hour.

D In front of the main hall is a good place

to meet.

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Midterm Test (Units 1–12)

Midterm Test (Units 1–12)

Midterm Test Answer Key

Midterm Test (Units 1–12)

Midterm Test (Units 1–12)

Midterm Test Answer Key

Midterm Test (Units 1–12)

Midterm Test Audio Script

Midterm Test (Units 1–12)

Listening 1 Test Audio 2

1.

A: Where would you like to go?

B: Kennedy Airport, please

A: Should I put your bag in the trunk?

B: That’s okay I’ll carry it, thanks

2.

A: May I help you?

B: I’d like to rent a large car

A: You can have a minivan for just ten

dollars more

B: Oh, I think that the large car will

be fine, thanks

3.

A: Hey, Donna, what are you going to

bring to Lynne’s party?

B: I’m going to make a dessert

Maybe a chocolate cake How

about you?

A: I think I’ll bring some potato chips

I’m not a good cook

B: That’s fine Just bring anything!

4.

A: Chris, where do you want to eat

tonight? We could try the new

steakhouse They also have

seafood

B: I don’t eat meat or fish

A: There’s a Thai restaurant near here

It’s vegetarian

B: Sure That sounds good

5.

A: Can I help you?

B: I’m fine, thanks I’m just looking

A: Let me know if you have any

questions

B: Thanks, I will!

6.

A: How was your fish?

B: It was okay, but nothing special

What was the chicken like?

A: Not bad, but I’ve tasted better

B: Let’s go to a different restaurant

A: Yes, and now I have the flu, too

B: Oh, that’s too bad I hope you feel better soon

9.

A: Tell me about your old job, Cindy

B: It was very interesting I did something different every day

A: How about the salary?

B: It wasn’t very good, but I was happy

B: Let’s not push it I think I’ll walk

to work instead of taking the bus

That is, if it’s not too cold!

Listening 2 Test Audio 3 1.

A: So, how long have you been a hairdresser?

B: For nearly five years now

A: Do you like cutting hair?

B: Yes, I really love making my customers look good When they look good, they feel good

B: I used to jog every day, but it hurt

my knees So, I started swimming

at the health club Now I swim three times a week I really enjoy it

B: Sure, I’d love to How about a song I wrote for my band?

Listening 3 Test Audio 4 1.

A: Yes, how may I help you?

B: Is it possible to change seats? I’d like to sit in non-smoking

A: Let me see Yes, there are some open seats there

B: Thank you so much

2.

A: How is the dress, ma’am?

B: It fits perfectly, but I’m not sure about the color

A: We also have it in blue I think blue would look very nice on you.B: Thanks I’ll try it on

3.

A: Good morning, and welcome to American Rent-A-Car

B: Yes, my husband and I would like

to rent a car today

A: It’s cheaper if you rent it for two days

B: No, thanks, we just need it for one day

A: Hi, Sam What’s up?

B: Not much Do you want to get a little something to eat?

A: Sure, I’m a little hungry, too.B: How about some ice cream or cookies?

A: Sounds good to me Let’s go!

5

A: Do you have plans for Friday night?

B: No, not yet

A: Would you like to come to my place for dinner? I’ve invited a few friends

B: Sure What time?

A: 6:30

B: Okay See you Friday

Listening 4 Test Audio 5

1 Have you made up your mind yet?

2 Hi, would you like to try those on?

3 Do you still have an upset stomach?

4 So, you’re a musician?

5 Could you fasten your seat belt, sir?

6 Why don’t you take some aspirin?

7 Would you like to go to a rock concert on Saturday?

8 Is your family traveling with you?

9 Do I need to leave a deposit?

10 The airport, please

11 Where did you go on Friday night?

12 Where do you want to eat tonight?

13 So, you’re an architect, right?

14 How do you like this weather?

15 Aerobics is fun, don’t you think?

16 Did the chicken soup help

19 Can I drop the car off at the airport?

20 May I get up and walk around?