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CELPIP Listening Part 1: Listening to Problem Solving

CELPIP Listening Part 1 Practice Test: Handling Noisy Neighbors Politely

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A free Listening Part 1 practice test in the CELPIP format: 8 questions with the answer key. Play each recording once, as in the real test, answer, then check your answers at the bottom of the page. The transcript is under each recording.

Questions
8
Format
3 audio sections, questions after each
Question style
Multiple choice, 4 options

Section 1 of 3

  1. What issue is Nia trying to resolve?

  2. Why does Nia reject involving the landlord?

  3. What does Nia decide to do?

Transcript (read it after you answer)

Nia: My neighbors’ loud music keeps me up, Sam. I want to address it politely. Ideas?

Sam: That’s tricky! You could write a kind note asking them to lower the volume. Or talk to them in person—calmly explain the issue. Another option is involving the landlord, but that’s less friendly.

Nia: A landlord feels extreme. A note’s too passive. I’ll try talking. How do I start?

Sam: Be friendly, mention the noise politely, and suggest a quieter time. They’ll appreciate the approach.

Nia: Sounds reasonable. I’ll do it.

Section 2 of 3

  1. What concern does Nia have about talking to her neighbors?

  2. What does Sam suggest?

Transcript (read it after you answer)

Nia: I’m going to talk to my neighbors, Sam, but when’s the best time? During the day or evening?

Sam: Daytime’s better—they’re likely calmer and not partying. Approach them politely, maybe bring cookies to break the ice.

Nia: Cookies are a nice touch! I’ll go tomorrow morning and mention the late-night music. Should I suggest a specific time for quiet?

Sam: Yeah, propose after 10 p.m. for quieter hours. They’ll respect that.

Section 3 of 3

  1. Why is talking in the morning with cookies the best choice?

  2. What will Nia do during the conversation?

  3. When will Nia update Sam on the outcome?

Transcript (read it after you answer)

Nia: I’m set to talk to my neighbors tomorrow morning, Sam. I’ll bring cookies and ask for quieter nights after 10 p.m.

Sam: Great plan! Why’d you choose that approach?

Nia: It’s direct but friendly, and cookies soften the request. I think they’ll listen. I’ll say the music’s been keeping me up and suggest quieter evenings.

Sam: Perfect. Want me to come for support?

Nia: Thanks, but I’ll handle it. I’ll let you know how it goes tomorrow afternoon.

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Answer key

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  1. What issue is Nia trying to resolve? B. Addressing noisy neighbors
  2. Why does Nia reject involving the landlord? A. It’s not friendly
  3. What does Nia decide to do? A. Talk to the neighbors
  4. What concern does Nia have about talking to her neighbors? B. When to approach them
  5. What does Sam suggest? C. Approach them in the daytime
  6. Why is talking in the morning with cookies the best choice? D. It’s direct and friendly
  7. What will Nia do during the conversation? C. Suggest quieter evenings after 10 p.m.
  8. When will Nia update Sam on the outcome? D. Tomorrow afternoon

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