Giáo án Global Success 10 - 30 Đề luyện Listening

Tài Liệu Ánh Phượng English – 30 ĐỀ LUYỆN LISTENING HKI - GLOBAL SUCCESS 10 UNIT 1 FAMILY LIFE TEST 1
Listen to the listening text about family values in the UK, then choose the
correct answer A, B or C.
1. What is at the heart of many families in the UK? A. Work B. School C. Family
2. What do parents and grandparents teach children in the UK? A. How to be mean
B. How to be kind and respectful C. How to be lazy
3. What do some families in the UK do on Sunday afternoons? A. Have a family roast B. Watch TV C. Go out with friends
4. What do some families do together during holidays? A. Play video games B. Watch TV C. Do something fun together
5. Why do some families in the UK participate in community events? A. To help others B. To get attention C. To show off ANSWER KEY 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. TEST 2
Listen to the listening text about Family Day in the USA, then fill in each blank with only ONE word.
1. The United States celebrates Family Day on the ____________________ Sunday of September every year.
2. The idea of Family Day was created to __________________ unity and strengthen family bonds.
3. On this day, families often _______________quality time together.
4. Some people plan trips to visit __________________ parks or museums.
5. One popular activity on Family Day is playing ____________________ games.
6. Families might play board games, card games, or outdoor games like ___________ or basketball.
7. Sharing meals together is a great way to __________________ with each other.
8. Family Day is a great way to create ____________ memories.
9. Family Day is often celebrated with ___________________ and festivals.
10. These events feature live __________ and food vendors. ANSWER KEY 1
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Listen to the listening text about family routines in the USA, then choose
the correct answer A, B or C.
1. What do many families in the USA do after breakfast? A. Go for a walk
B. Start getting ready for school C. Watch TV
2. What do some families like to do during dinner? A. Play board games B. Watch TV C. Go for a walk
3. Why are daily routines important in American families? A. To stay organized B. To have fun C. To be alone
4. What do kids typically do before going to bed in American families? A. Watch TV B. Play video games
C. Brush their teeth and take a bath
5. What is one way that families in the USA spend quality time together? A) Watching TV B. Going for a walk C) Playing board games ANSWER KEY 1 2 3 4 5 TEST 4
Listen to the listening text about the benefits of doing housework for
children, then decide whether the statements are True (T) or False (F). Statements True False
1.Helping with household chores is only about doing tasks.
2.When you help with household chores, you are not only helping
your family, but you are also learning important skills and values.
3.Doing housework can make you feel proud and responsible. 2
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4. Helping with household chores teaches you how to work alone.
5. Doing housework can help you develop time management skills.
6. Helping with household chores is only important for young children.
7. Doing household chores is also about learning valuable skills
and values that will benefit you in the long run. TEST 5
Listen to the conversation between Anna and John discussing about
children should or shouldn’t do the chores, then choose the best answer A, B or C.
1. What does Anna think children should do around the house?
A. Only help with laundry and dishes
B. Only help with household expenses
C. Do simple chores like cleaning up after themselves
2. What is John's opinion on children helping out around the house? A. He thinks it's unnecessary
B. He agrees with Anna that children should help out more
C. He only wants his children to help with yard work
3. Why does John think children should help out more?
A. To make their parents' lives easier B. To make them feel guilty
C. To teach them important life skills
4. What is Anna's suggestion for getting children to start helping out?
A. Start with big tasks right away
B. Start small and gradually increase responsibility C. Make it mandatory
5. How does John suggest making housework more enjoyable for children?
A. By playing music while cleaning 3
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B. By taking away their privileges
C. By making it a chore chart competition
6. Why does Anna think children should learn to clean up after themselves?
A. To make their parents' lives easier B. To make them feel guilty
C. To teach them important life skills
7. What does John mention as a potential benefit of children learning to clean up after themselves?
A. It will save us money on cleaning products
B. It will teach them important life skills
C. It will make their parents feel guilty
8. Why does John think it's important for children to learn to clean up after themselves? A. Because it's fun for them
B. Because it's good for their health
C. Because it's an important life skill ANSWER KEY 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
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Listen to the listening text about family life, then fill in each blank with ONE word.
"Family is very important in many cultures around the world. In my country, a (1)
____________family consists of a mother, a father, and two or three children. We
usually live in a small house with a garden, where we spend most of our free time. On
weekends, we like to go on (2) ____________trips to the mountains or the beach.
On weekdays, we have to follow a routine. My parents (3) ____________ up early in the
morning and make breakfast for us before we go to school. After school, I usually do my
homework (4) ____________my younger siblings watch TV or play with their toys. My
parents also work outside the home, so they often come home late in the evening. 4
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We have family time every night after dinner. We sit (5) ____________ and talk about
our day, (6) ____________stories, and sometimes watch a movie together. It's a special
time when we can relax and be with each other.
My family is very (7) ____________, and we always support each other. When one of us
is feeling sad or (8) ____________, we all try to help and make them feel better. We also
(9) ____________ special occasions like birthdays and holidays together.
Overall, my family life is very happy and fulfilling. I feel lucky to have such a loving and (10) ____________family." ANSWER KEY 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
UNIT 2: HUMANS AND THE ENVIRONMENT TEST 1
Listen to the listening text about human activities and the environment,
then choose the correct answer A,B or C.
1. Why is it important to take care of the environment? A. So humans can live forever
B. So animals can live forever
C. So we can have a healthy planet
2. What can we do to help reduce pollution? A. Use more plastic bags
B. Use public transport, carpooling, or biking C. Drive alone every day
3. Why should we turn off lights and electronics when not in use? A. To make them last longer B. To save energy C. To make them look brighter
4. What are some examples of renewable energy sources? A. Coal and oil B. Nuclear power C. Solar and wind power
5. What role can we play in protecting the environment?
A. We can make small changes in our daily lives B. We can't do anything
C. We can only help if we're rich ANSWER KEY 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 5
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Listen to the listening text about ways to improve the environment, then
choose the correct answer A,B or C.
1.What is one way to reduce pollution? A. Plant more trees B. Reduce, reuse, and recycle C. Drive more cars
2. Why is it important to conserve water?
A. So we have enough water for swimming B. To save energy C. To save water for drinking
3.What can we do instead of driving a car? A. Take a bus B. Walk or bike
C. Drive a bike with four wheels
4.Why should we reduce our use of plastic straws? A. Because they are pretty B. Because they are useful
C. Because they harm the environment
5. What can we do to help clean the air? A. Plant more flowers B. Plant more trees
C. Drive a car with a loud horn 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6
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Listen to the listening text about ways to live green, then decide the
statements True (T) or False (F) Statements True False
1.Turning off lights when not in use saves energy and helps reduce global warming.
2.Another way is to recycle. We can recycle paper, plastic, glass, and metal.
3. We should use plastic bags instead of reusable bags.
4. Recycling only paper is enough to help reduce waste.
5. Using public transport or walking/cycling is good for the environment.
6. Another important way to live green is to conserve water.
7. Conserving water only happens when you take a long shower. TEST 4
Listen to the listening text about green living, then decide the statements
are True (T) or False (F). Statements True False
1.Green living means using as many resources as possible.
2. Green living is all about reducing our impact on the
environment and conserving natural resources.
3. Reducing, reusing, and recycling are ways to conserve natural resources.
4. Using energy-efficient light bulbs is not important for green living.
5 We can also plant flowers that attract bees and other pollinators.
6. Fixing leaks in our pipes is not a way to conserve water.
7. Another important part of green living is planting trees and flowers. TEST 5 7
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Listen to the conversation between Lucas and Mia about planning
activities for a GO GREEN weekend event, then choose the correct answer A,B or C.
1. What is one of the activities Lucas and Mia plan for the GO GREEN weekend event? A. A marathon B. A tree planting ceremony C. A football game
2. What is one of the prizes they plan to give out during the recycling drive? A. A new bike
B. A gift card to a local restaurant C. A special certificate
3. What type of game do Lucas and Mia plan to have for kids?
A. Environmental scavenger hunt B. Soccer C. Chess
4. What is one of the workshops planned for kids? A. Making jewelry B. Painting
C. Making your own reusable bags and water bottles
5. Who might be a special guest speaker at the event? A. A famous athlete
B. Someone from the local park department C. A scientist
6. What is one of the goals of the GO GREEN weekend event?
A. To promote going green and reducing waste B. To raise money for charity C. To have fun
7. What is something people can do to help reduce, reuse, and recycle?
A. Throw away trash in different colors
B. Recycle paper, plastic, and glass C. Buy new things every day
8. Why is it important to plant trees? A. So they look nice B. So we can climb them
C. So they can help clean our air and water ANSWER KEY 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. TEST 6 8
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Listen to the conversation between Ethan and Sophia about human
activities and the environment, then choose the correct answer A, B or C.
1. What is one way humans can contribute to climate change? A. By planting more trees B. By recycling more C. By burning fossil fuels
2. Why is it important to conserve energy?
A. So we can have more electricity
B. So we can reduce our impact on the environment C. So we can waste more water
3. What is one way to reduce waste?
A. By recycling and reusing items
B. By throwing away more trash C. By buying more things
4. What is a benefit of using reusable bags? A. We can carry more things B. We can buy more things C. We can reduce waste
5. What is a way to conserve water? A. By taking long showers
B. By turning off the tap while brushing your teeth C. By using more soap
6. Why is it important to plant trees?
A. To make our cities look prettier B. To reduce air pollution
C. To provide oxygen for humans and animals
7. What is a way to reduce noise pollution?
A. By keeping quiet when you're outside B. By playing music loudly C. By using earplugs
8. What is a benefit of using public transportation? A. We can travel faster
B. We can reduce air pollution C. We can buy more things TEST 7
Listen to the listening text about The Environment: Our Home, then fill
in each blank with only ONE word.
The Earth is our home, and it's essential to take care of it. The environment refers to all
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(1)_____________ is facing many environmental problems. Climate change, pollution,
deforestation, and overpopulation are just a few of the issues that (2)_____________us and future generations.
One of the most significant threats is climate change. Rising (3)_____________are
causing extreme weather events like hurricanes, droughts, and (4)_____________. This
not only harms the environment but also affects human health and economies.
Another major issue is pollution. Every day, we throw away millions of plastic bottles,
bags, and other waste (5)_____________ thinking about where it goes. Plastic waste
ends up in oceans and rivers, harming marine life and contaminating the food chain.
Deforestation is another pressing problem. Trees provide oxygen, absorb carbon dioxide,
and support (6) _____________. When forests are cut down or (7)_____________, it
releases more carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, contributing to climate change.
Finally, overpopulation is a significant issue. The world's population is growing
(8)_____________, putting pressure on natural resources like water, food, and energy.
What can we do to protect the environment? We can start by (9)_____________ our
waste, using public transport or carpooling, eating sustainable food, and supporting
organizations that work to (10)_____________ the environment. ANSWER KEY 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. UNIT 3 MUSIC TEST 1
Listen to the conversation between Willian and Sophia about traditional
English music, then decide whether the statements are True (T) or False (F). Statements True False
1.English folk music is characterized by its use of electronic instruments.
2. Morris dancing is a traditional form of dance that's been around for centuries.
3.Sea shanties are typically slow and melancholic.
4.Pub songs are only sung in traditional English pubs.
5.The recorder is not a common instrument in traditional English folk music.
6.English folk music is primarily urban-based. 10
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7.Sea shanties are a type of folk song that originated among sailors and fishermen.
8. Accordion is a rare instrument in traditional English folk music. TEST 2
Listen to the listening text about the TV music show "The X Factor",
then choose the correct answer A,B or C
1. Who created "The X Factor"? A. Simon Cowell B. Leona Lewis C. One Direction
2. What is the format of "The X Factor"?
A. Contestants compete individually
B. Contestants compete as groups or bands
C. Contestants perform only instrumental music
3. How many years has "The X Factor" been on the air? A. 5 years B. 10 years C. 15 years
4. Who provides feedback to the contestants on "The X Factor"? A. The judges B. The audience C. The producers
5. How many countries has "The X Factor" been broadcast in? A. 5 countries B. 10 countries
C. Many countries around the world
6. Which of the following singers won "The X Factor"? A. One Direction B. Leona Lewis C. Little Mix
7. What is one of the prizes for winning "The X Factor"? A. A recording contract B. A Grammy Award C. A million dollars
8. Who is one of the most successful acts to come from "The X Factor"? A. Little Mix B. Leona Lewis C. One Direction ANSWER KEY 11
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You will hear the conversation between Willian and Sophia about Morris
Dancing in England, then decide whether the statements are True (T) or False (F). Statements True False
1.Morris Dancing is a modern form of dance that originated in the 20th century.
2. Morris Dancing is typically performed by solo dancers.
3. Morris Dancers wear elaborate costumes.
4.The music played during Morris Dancing is usually folk music
5. Morris Dancing is only performed in England.
6.The dance steps during Morris Dancing are simple and easy to learn.
7. Morris Dancing is more of a social and cultural tradition
8.The tradition of Morris Dancing may not be as widely
practiced as it once was, there are still many groups keeping the tradition alive TEST 4
You will hear the listening text about a famous TV music show called The
Voice Kids, then choose the correct answer A,B or C.
1. What is the name of the TV show? A. The Singing Competition B. The Voice Kids C. The Young Stars
2. How old are the singers on the show? A. 8-14 years old B. 6-10 years old C. 12-18 years old
3. What do the celebrity coaches do on the show? A. They sing themselves
B. They help the singers choose songs
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4. Who can vote for their favorite singer on the show? A. Only the judges B. Only the audience at home C. Only the celebrities
5. What is the grand prize for winning The Voice Kids? A. A recording contract B. A trip to Hawaii C. A new bike
6. In which countries has The Voice Kids been broadcast? A. United States only
B. Australia and United Kingdom only
C. Many countries around the world
7. What is similar between The Voice Kids and The Voice? A. The singers are all adults
B. The age group of contestants
C. The format of the show is different
8. How does the competition work?
A. The singers compete against each other in individual performances and then are eliminated.
B. The coaches choose their favorite singers and they compete against each other in individual performances.
C. The coaches sing together as a group and compete against each other. ANSWER KEY 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. TEST 5
Listen to the listening text about a music show called “The Magic Music
Show”, Then fill in each blank with only ONE word.
Imagine you're at a magical concert where your favorite bands are performing live! The
show is called "The Magic Music Show" and it's happening at the (1)
_________________ area in town. The event is sold out, and thousands of excited (2)
_________________are waiting outside, eager to get in.
As you take your seat, you see the (3) _________________ is set up with all sorts of
magical props and special effects. The (4) _________________ dim, and the MC, a
popular DJ, takes the stage. "Welcome to the Magic Music Show!" he shouts. "We've got
an amazing line up for you tonight!"
First up is the pop sensation, Emma Rose, with her hit single "Sparkle". The crowd goes
(5) _________________ as she sings and dances her way through the song.
Next, the rock band, Electric Storm, (6) _________________ over the stage. Their high-
energy (7) _________________ gets everyone in the audience headbanging and singing along. 13
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After a short (8) _________________ it's time for the headliner act: pop superstar, Max
Star. He (9) ______________ his latest hits, including "Fireworks" and "Unstoppable".
The night ends with a (10) _________________ surprise – a collaborative performance
by all three acts on stage together! ANSWER KEY 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. TEST 6
Listen to the listening text for about an experience at a music event, then
decide whether the statements are True (T) or False (F). Statements True False
1. The student went to the music festival alone.
2. The student's favorite band was not "The Rockin' Rebels".
3. The student's family arrived at the festival site in the morning
4. The student bought some delicious ice cream at the festival.
5. The student and their sister did not have to wear earplugs during the concert.
6. "The Rockin' Rebels" did not play an encore at the concert.
7. The student enjoyed the music at the festival.
8. The festival had no games or activities other than music performances.
UNIT 4: FOR A BETTER COMMUNITY TEST 1
You will hear the listening text about a volunteer project with the title:
"Building Bridges in the Community", then choose the correct answer A, B or C.
1. What was the main goal of the volunteer project? A. To clean up the park
B. To paint the play structures
C. To build new playground equipment
2. How many volunteers participated in the project? A. 20 B. 10 C. 30
3. What was the condition of the playground equipment before the project? 14
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A. It was new and well-maintained B. It was slightly worn out C. It was rusty and broken
4. What did the volunteers receive after completing the project?
A. A lecture about community service
B. A certificate of appreciation
C. A gift card to a local store
5. What did the students learn from this experience?
A. How to communicate effectively with others
B. How to build new playground equipment
C. How to manage their time efficiently
6. What did the volunteers do during their break? A. They took a nap B. They played on the swings
C. They ate snacks and drinks provided by the community center
7. Why was this project important for the community? A. To show off their skills B. To bring people together C. To earn money
8. What did the students gain from this experience?
A. A sense of social responsibility B. New friends C. A new skill set ANSWER KEY 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. TEST 2
Listen to the listening text about Save the Children organization, then
choose the correct answer A,B or C.
1. When was Save the Children founded? A. 1919 B. 1999 C. 2009
2. How many countries does Save the Children work in? A. Over 50 B. Over 100 C. Over 120
3. What is one of the ways Save the Children provides access to education? 15
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C. By providing resources only
4. Why do some children have to drop out of school?
A. Because they want to get married B. Because they want to work C. Because they are sick
5. What is one of the main goals of Save the Children? A. To help adults only
B. To help both children and adults C. To help children only
6. What kind of aid does Save the Children provide during emergencies? A. Only food
B. Food, shelter, and medicine C. Only medicine
7. What does Save the Children work with in order to promote good hygiene practices? A. Only governments B. Only local communities
C. Both governments and local communities
8. Why does Save the Children work with governments?
A. To work together for children's rights B. To tell them what to do C. To get funding from them ANSWER KEY 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. TEST 3
You will hear the listening text about an announcement for volunteers, then
decide whether the statements are True (T) or False (F). Statements True(T) False(F)
1.The organization is seeking volunteers for only one event.
2.The charity walk is taking place on September 15th
3.All volunteers will receive a certificate of appreciation.
4.The after-school program is only available on Mondays and Fridays.
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6.The organization provides snacks and refreshments during the events.
7.The charity walk is taking place on a Saturday.
8.Volunteers can choose any day to participate in the after-school program. TEST 4
You will hear the conversation between James and Amma about the
benefits of volunteering activities, then decide whether the statements are True (T) or False (F). Statements True(T) False(F)
1. Volunteering is only for older people.
2.Volunteering can be a great way to demonstrate responsibility
and community involvement on college applications.
3. You don't need any special skills to volunteer.
4.Volunteering can be a long-term commitment or a one-time
event, depending on the opportunity.
5. You can't volunteer if you're shy.
6.There are many different types of volunteer opportunities,
including working with animals, helping people, and more.
7.Volunteering should not interfere with schoolwork or other responsibilities.
8. You have to be rich to volunteer. TEST 5
Listen to the conversation between Oliver and Harper about a volunteer
club, then fill in each blank with only ONE word.
Oliver: Hey Harper, have you heard about the new volunteer club at school?
Harper: Yeah, I've seen the posters. What's it all about?
Oliver: It's a group where we can help out in the (1)_____________. We'll be doing
(2)_____________ like cleaning up parks, serving at a soup kitchen, and even helping out at animal shelters.
Harper: That sounds really cool! What kind of events are you thinking of doing? 17
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Oliver: Well, our first event is actually going to be a (3)_____________ cleanup. We'll
be meeting at the beach at (4)_____________ on Saturday and spending a few hours
picking up trash and making the beach look nicer.
Harper: That sounds like a lot of (5)_____________. I'm definitely in! Do we need to sign up or anything?
Oliver: Yeah, we do need to sign up so we can get a headcount for the event. You can
just stop by Mrs. Johnson's room during (6)_____________ tomorrow and she'll give
you the (7)_____________ slip.
Harper: Okay, got it. What's the goal of the club? Is it just to help out or is there something else behind it?
Oliver: Actually, one of the main goals is to learn about (8)_____________ and
(9)_____________. We'll be working together as a team to get things done, and it'll be a
great way to earn (10)_____________ service hours too.
Harper: That's awesome. Count me in! ANSWER KEY 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. TEST 6
You will hear the listening text about community development, then fill
in each blank with only ONE word.
1. The community group called itself ………………
2. The residents felt that the streets were ………………
3. The local park was in a state of ………………
4. Many young people felt there was nothing to ………………
5. The community group organized ……………… initiatives.
6. They painted ……………… on the walls.
7. The broken sidewalks were in need of ………………
8.Thanks to their efforts, the community started to feel more………………
9. Local businesses began to ……………… up.
10. Crime rates ……………… ANSWER KEY 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. UNIT 5: INVENTIONS TEST 1 18
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Listen to the listening text about "The History of Invention”, then choose the correct answer A,B or C.
1. When did the wheel, one of the earliest recorded inventions, date back to? A. 1000 BC B. 4000 BC C. 2000 AD
2. What was one of the machines invented during the Industrial Revolution? A. Sewing machine B. Telephone C. Microwave oven
3. What has had a huge impact on modern life according to the text? A. The wheel B. The computer C. The steam engine
4. What are scientists and engineers working on today? A. Only old inventions
B. Only new medical breakthroughs
C. New and innovative solutions to tackle some of the world's biggest problems
5. What has been invented in recent years?
A. New medical breakthroughs and sustainable energy solutions B. Only cars C. Only airplanes
6. When did the Industrial Revolution take place? A. 1000-1500 AD B. 1700-1800 AD C. 1800-1900 AD
7. What did the wheel allow people to do more easily? A. Build houses B. Plant crops C. Transport goods and people
8. What has been shaped by inventions according to the text?
A. Our world from ancient times to present day B. Only ancient times C. Only modern life ANSWER KEY 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. TEST 2
Here is the listening text about The Invention of the Microwave Oven,
listen and then decide whether the statements are True (T) or False (F). 19
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1. Percy Spencer invented the microwave oven in 1950.
2. The first microwave oven was called "Radarange")
3. The first microwave oven was over 5 feet tall and weighed over 750 pounds.
4. Percy Spencer was working for Raytheon when he invented the microwave oven.
5. The microwave oven uses infrared energy to heat up food.
6. The first microwave oven was priced at around $500.
7. Microwaves are only used for reheating leftovers.
8. Percy Spencer discovered that a chocolate bar in his pocket had
melted while he was working with radar technology. TEST 3
You will hear the conversation between John and Anna about inventions
and their lives, then decide whether the statements are True (T) or False (F). Statements True(T) False(F)
1. John thinks the light bulb is his favorite invention.
2. Anna thinks the internet is her favorite invention.
3. As for John the light bulb changed the way we live our daily lives.
4. John is not a fan of the light bulb.
5. Virtual reality is only used for gaming.
6. Anna thinks the most important invention of all time is the printing press.
7. John thinks the printing press is the most important invention.
8. Anna mentioned education as an area where virtual reality has made an impact.
9. The printing press allowed for mass production of books and knowledge to spread quickly. 20