Part 1. Definition
In this task, you will be shown a conversation and a question. You need to answer the question and choose the correct option based on the conversation. "W" and "M" in the conversations stand for "woman" and "man".
Part 2. Example
M: I am considering dropping my dancing class. I am not making any progress. W: If I were you, I stick with it. It's definitely worth time and effort., Question: What does the man suggest the woman do? (A) Consult her dancing teacher. (B) Take a more interesting class. (C) Continue her dancing class.
Answer: (C) Continue her dancing class.
Explanation: This is a good example. Based on the conversation, we could understand that only option (C) is correct.
Part 3. Exercise
W: Meg, I've just got us tickets to Singapore. M: So exciting, then when do we set off? W: The plane leaves tomorrow afternoon. So we set off for the airport at 11 am. M: So we leave at 11 am. Do we stop off anywhere on the way or is it a direct flight? W: Well, there aren't any direct flights, we can stop off in Hong Kong. So we can stop and spend two days there on our way to Singapore. M: Great. I always wanna go there. When do we get back? W: We'll return home in 10 days' time. M: Wow, wonderful, I just can't wait., Question: How long will the speakers be away from home? (A) Two days. (B) Ten days. (C) Twelve days.
Answer:
(B) Ten days.