CELPIP Listening: Identifying Viewpoints 2

Question 1

A speaker says, "I suppose the new policy could work, but I have my doubts." What viewpoint does this express?

Accepted Answer

Hesitant skepticism

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Strong enthusiasm

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Complete rejection

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Total indifference

Question 2

Two co-workers discuss remote work. One says, "Honestly, I'd never go back to the office." Her opinion is best described as:

Accepted Answer

Strongly in favour of remote work

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Neutral about both options

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Opposed to remote work

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Undecided

Question 3

A man states, "The film had stunning visuals, though the plot left a lot to be desired." What is his overall attitude?

Accepted Answer

Mixed—praising visuals but criticizing the plot

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Entirely positive

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Entirely negative

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Confused about the film

Question 4

In a conversation, a woman replies, "Well, that's one way to look at it." What is she likely signalling?

Accepted Answer

Polite disagreement

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Total agreement

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Excitement

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Confusion about the topic

Question 5

A speaker says, "Frankly, raising the parking fees is long overdue." How does she feel about the fee increase?

Accepted Answer

She supports it

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She opposes it

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She is unsure

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She finds it irrelevant

Question 6

A man comments, "I can see why people like it, but it's just not for me." His viewpoint is:

Accepted Answer

Personal disapproval while acknowledging others' tastes

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Strong endorsement

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Complete agreement with others

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Indifference to all opinions

Question 7

During a debate, a speaker says, "Surely no one would seriously argue against safer streets." This tone suggests she:

Accepted Answer

Strongly assumes everyone agrees with her

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Is genuinely uncertain

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Opposes safer streets

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Has no opinion