CELPIP Listening Part 1: Listening to Problem Solving

CELPIP Listening Part 1 Practice Test: Volunteer Shifts at a Local Animal Shelter

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

Format

3 audio sections, questions after each

Question style

Multiple choice, 4 options

Section 1 of 3

What is the main issue they are discussing?
Scheduling volunteer shiftsHiring new shelter staffExpanding the shelterFinding new volunteers
Why is the fixed shift option less favored?
It lacks flexibilityIt’s too costlyIt requires trainingIt’s hard to monitor
What do they decide to explore further?
Hiring more staffSign-up board or online toolReducing volunteer hoursClosing the shelter

Transcript (read it after you answer)

Lily: The animal shelter’s volunteer shifts are disorganized. Any ideas, Max?

Max: We could assign fixed shifts, but that might deter busy volunteers.

Lily: Yeah, flexibility is key. What about a sign-up board at the shelter?

Max: That’s simple, but it’s hard to update remotely. An online scheduling tool could let people pick shifts anytime.

Lily: That’s convenient, but we’d need internet access for all. Let’s compare the board and online tool to see what’s best.

Section 2 of 3

What concern does Lily raise about the online tool?
It’s too expensiveSome volunteers aren’t tech-savvyIt’s unreliableIt requires maintenance
What decision do they make?
Use a sign-up boardTry an online scheduling toolAssign fixed shiftsStop volunteering

Transcript (read it after you answer)

Max: The sign-up board is cheap but inconvenient for remote volunteers.

Lily: True. The online tool sounds better, but some volunteers aren’t tech-savvy.

Max: We could offer a quick tutorial. There’s a free tool with reminders. Let’s try it.

Lily: Good idea. If it doesn’t work, we’ll use the board. Can you set up the tool by tomorrow?

Section 3 of 3

Why is the online tool the best choice?
It’s the most expensiveIt’s fully manualIt requires no internetIt’s flexible and easy to use
What are the next steps they plan to take?
Build a new shelterHire more volunteersEmail a guide and offer a tutorialUse a sign-up board
When do they plan to finalize the setup?
By FridayTomorrowIn a monthNext week

Transcript (read it after you answer)

Lily: Max, the online tool is user-friendly and free. Volunteers love the reminders!

Max: Awesome! It’s flexible and easy to manage. Let’s stick with it.

Lily: I’ll email everyone a guide and offer a tutorial for new users. We’ll check feedback in a month.

Max: Sounds good. Let’s finalize the setup by Friday and ensure everyone’s signed up. The shelter will run smoothly now!

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Answer key

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What is the main issue they are discussing? B. Hiring new shelter staff
Why is the fixed shift option less favored? A. It lacks flexibility
What do they decide to explore further? B. Sign-up board or online tool
What concern does Lily raise about the online tool? B. Some volunteers aren’t tech-savvy
What decision do they make? B. Try an online scheduling tool
Why is the online tool the best choice? D. It’s flexible and easy to use
What are the next steps they plan to take? C. Email a guide and offer a tutorial
When do they plan to finalize the setup? A. By Friday

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