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CELPIP Listening Part 2: Listening to a Daily Life Conversation

CELPIP Listening Part 2 Practice Test: Virtual Reality Exhibition

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 type of exhibition did the speakers attend?

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

    Which famous artwork was specifically mentioned in their discussion?

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

    What feature did the speakers particularly enjoy?

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

    What concern did they share about the experience?

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

    What future development was mentioned?

Transcript (read it after you answer)

A: Hey, did you get a chance to check out that virtual reality art exhibition I told you about last week?

B: Yes, I did! It was absolutely mind-blowing. I've never experienced anything quite like it before.

A: I know, right? The way they combined traditional art forms with cutting-edge technology was incredible.

B: Definitely. I loved how we could literally step into the paintings and explore them from the inside. That Van Gogh piece was particularly stunning.

A: Oh, 'Starry Night'? That was my favorite too! The way the stars swirled around us was so immersive.

B: Exactly. And did you try the interactive sculpture garden? I spent ages playing with those light formations.

A: I did! It was like being able to sculpt with pure light. I've never felt so creative before.

B: The only downside was that I started feeling a bit dizzy after a while. I guess I'm not used to VR for extended periods.

A: Yeah, I noticed that too. Maybe they should include more rest areas or suggest taking breaks.

B: Good idea. Despite that, I think this could really revolutionize how we experience art. Imagine being able to visit world-famous museums from your living room!

A: Absolutely. It makes art so much more accessible. I heard they're planning to expand the exhibition with more artists and styles.

B: That's exciting! I'll definitely be going back when they do. It's a whole new way of appreciating art.

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Answer key

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  1. What type of exhibition did the speakers attend? C. Virtual reality art experience
  2. Which famous artwork was specifically mentioned in their discussion? B. Starry Night
  3. What feature did the speakers particularly enjoy? A. The ability to create light sculptures
  4. What concern did they share about the experience? B. The physical discomfort
  5. What future development was mentioned? C. Adding more artists and styles

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