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CELPIP Listening Part 1: Listening to Problem Solving

CELPIP Listening Part 1 Practice Test: Starting a Community Book Club

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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 is Sam trying to organize?

  2. Why does Sam reject hosting in a café?

  3. What location does Sam prefer?

Transcript (read it after you answer)

Sam: I’m thinking of starting a community book club, Lila. Any ideas to get it going?

Lila: You could host it at the library for free space. Or try a café for a cozy feel, though it might cost. Another option is online, but it’s less personal.

Sam: Online feels distant. Cafés are nice but pricey. The library sounds perfect. How do I arrange it?

Lila: Contact the library to reserve a room. Promote it with flyers or social media.

Sam: I’ll call the library. That’s a great starting point.

Section 2 of 3

  1. What concern does Sam raise about the book club?

  2. What does Lila suggest?

Transcript (read it after you answer)

Sam: I’m hosting at the library, Lila, but should I pick one book or let members vote?

Lila: Voting’s better—it gets everyone involved. Suggest a few genres to start, like fiction or mystery.

Sam: Voting sounds engaging. I’ll propose three books and let members choose. Should I limit the group size?

Lila: Keep it small, maybe 10 people, for good discussions.

Sam: I’ll draft a flyer with those details tonight.

Section 3 of 3

  1. Why is voting for books the best choice?

  2. What are Sam’s next steps?

  3. When will Sam share the club details?

Transcript (read it after you answer)

Sam: I’m set on the library book club, Lila. Members will vote on three book options, and I’ll cap it at 10 people.

Lila: Nice! Why’d you go with voting?

Sam: It makes everyone feel included, and a small group keeps it lively. I’ll call the library tomorrow to book a room and post flyers by evening.

Lila: Sounds fun! Need help with the flyers?

Sam: I’ve got it, thanks. I’ll share the club details tomorrow night.

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Answer key

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  1. What is Sam trying to organize? C. A community book club
  2. Why does Sam reject hosting in a café? B. It’s too expensive
  3. What location does Sam prefer? C. The library
  4. What concern does Sam raise about the book club? A. Deciding how to select books
  5. What does Lila suggest? B. Let members vote
  6. Why is voting for books the best choice? C. It encourages member involvement
  7. What are Sam’s next steps? D. Book a room and post flyers
  8. When will Sam share the club details? B. Tomorrow night

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