Intermediate
Listening

Helping a Student Find Motivation

Published: October 07 2026

Read the questions, then listen to the complete recording twice.

Two friends listening thoughtfully to each other.

Choose one answer for each question. For statements, choose True or False.

1 Where do Maureen and Kate meet?

2 Why does Kate arrive late?

3 Quentin’s school marks are getting better.

4 How old is Quentin?

5 His teacher expects this phase to pass.

6 Quentin rarely spends time with his friends.

7 Which sport is Quentin interested in?

8 Which subjects does Quentin dislike?

9 Kate has already considered a private tutor.

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About this listening

Listen to two friends discussing a teenager’s school difficulties and possible support. Practise following a problem, suggestions and responses. Level: Intermediate (B1). Audio: 2:59; 9 questions. This Intermediate (B1) practice uses a recording labelled Medium (B1–B2) by its publisher. The complete track includes short language explanations.

Read the questions, then listen twice. Choose one answer for each question; for statements, choose True or False. Try first without subtitles, then use them to review. Each correct answer earns one point. Maximum: 9 points.

Source: Spotlight / ZEIT SPRACHEN — What Can You Do?; Dagmar Taylor

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