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CELPIP Listening Part 2: Listening to a Daily Life Conversation

CELPIP Listening Part 2 Practice Test: Community Book Exchange

By Iris

A free Listening Part 2 practice test in the CELPIP format: 5 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
5
Format
1 conversation, questions after it
Question style
Multiple choice, 4 options
Play like the real test
Each recording plays once, then each question with 30 seconds to answer (Parts 4–6: one timer for the part). No pausing to replay, like test day.
  1. Question 1, read aloud
    Question 1: listen, then show the question text

    What is the main purpose of the conversation?

  2. Question 2, read aloud
    Question 2: listen, then show the question text

    What needs to be done before starting the project?

  3. Question 3, read aloud
    Question 3: listen, then show the question text

    What environmental benefit is mentioned?

  4. Question 4, read aloud
    Question 4: listen, then show the question text

    What suggestion is made to maintain order in the system?

  5. Question 5, read aloud
    Question 5: listen, then show the question text

    What additional feature do they plan to implement?

Transcript (read it after you answer)

A: Hey there! I've been thinking about starting a community book exchange. What do you think?

B: That sounds interesting. How would it work?

A: Well, we could set up a small bookshelf or cabinet in the community center where people can leave books they've finished and pick up new ones to read.

B: That's a great idea! It would encourage reading and bring the community together.

A: Exactly! Plus, it's eco-friendly since we're reusing books instead of buying new ones all the time.

B: True. Do you think we'd need permission from the community board?

A: Probably. I was thinking of drafting a proposal to present at the next meeting. Would you be interested in helping?

B: Absolutely! I could help with the logistics, like finding a suitable bookshelf and organizing volunteers to manage it.

A: Perfect! We could also create some simple rules, like a limit on how many books each person can take at once.

B: Good point. And maybe we could have themed months to encourage diversity in reading.

A: I love that idea! Let's start working on the proposal this weekend. I'm excited to see this come to life in our neighborhood.

B: Me too! It's going to be a great addition to our community.

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This is Part 2 of CELPIP Listening Practice Test 28. Take all 6 parts (38 questions) for a score and an estimated CLB.

Answer key

Show all 5 answers
  1. What is the main purpose of the conversation? B. To discuss a book sharing initiative
  2. What needs to be done before starting the project? C. Get approval from authorities
  3. What environmental benefit is mentioned? B. Reducing waste
  4. What suggestion is made to maintain order in the system? B. Restricting borrowing quantities
  5. What additional feature do they plan to implement? D. Monthly reading themes

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