Intermediate Listening Practice

1. What is the main purpose of this conversation?
    To decide whether Clark should apply for a job
    To prepare Clark for a job interview through practice
    To help Clark write his resume
    To convince Clark to leave his job in retail

2. What is Colleen's role in relation to Clark?
    She is interviewing him for the position
    She is his manager at his current job
    She is coaching him before a real interview
    She is someone Clark has hired to help with interview preparation

3. How would you describe Clark's overall attitude during the conversation?
    Nervous and doubtful about his own chances
    Confident and relaxed about the interview
    Annoyed at being told what to do
    Frustrated at being corrected repeatedly

4. What is Colleen's general approach to helping Clark?
    Gentle and reassuring, avoiding any criticism
    Strict and impatient with his mistakes
    Casual and unconcerned about the outcome
    Direct and honest, but encouraging

5. Which best describes the relationship between Clark and Colleen?
    They have just met and are being formal with each other
    They are comfortable enough to joke and be blunt
    They are family members who often disagree
    They disagree about almost everything

6. What is the overall message Colleen wants Clark to take away?
    That he is already capable of doing well
    That he should lower his expectations about the job
    That he needs much more experience before applying
    That the interview will be easy and nothing to worry about