TOEFL Listening Comprehension Overview

Sep 30, 2024

TOEFL Listening Comprehension Practice Exam 2

Overview

  • This section tests ability to understand conversations and talks in English.
  • Comprises three parts, each with specific directions.
  • No note-taking or writing allowed during the actual test.

Part A: Short Conversations

Directions

  • Listen to short conversations between two people.
  • After each, answer a question based on the conversation.
  • Example provided for understanding.

Sample Questions

  1. Apartment Condition
    • Woman implies apartment was in bad shape when they moved in.
  2. Job Application
    • Man states they need someone with more experience.
  3. Messages
    • Woman implies she doesn't want any calls.
  4. Soccer Game
    • Man indicates he’s not interested in sports.
  5. Buying Beer
    • Woman thinks she appears younger than 21.
  6. Throwing Sports
    • Man describes himself as bad at sports.
  7. Skating Suggestion
    • Woman may suggest not going alone.
  8. Restaurant Value
    • Conversation likely about a restaurant's service.
  9. Familiarity
    • Woman remembers they previously took a class together.
  10. Soccer Ball Ownership
  • Ball is for Jeremy.
  1. Phone Call
  • Woman appreciates the man's thought to call.
  1. Driving Concern
  • Likely a conversation in a car.
  1. Test Results
  • Man is somewhat satisfied with his results.
  1. Nature Walk
  • Conversation likely took place outdoors.
  1. Trip Feedback
  • Woman thinks the trip was great.
  1. Vacation Costs
  • Man learned how to save money in Europe.
  1. Car Enthusiasm
  • Woman admires Chris's car.
  1. Ketchup on Steak
  • Man is curious about her dislike.
  1. Book Deal
  • Woman notes the book's rarity.
  1. Borrowing Money
  • Man thinks lending is not a big deal.
  1. Notes Quality
  • Woman had someone take notes for her.
  1. Dining Hall Food
  • Man agrees about the quality of food.
  1. Sweater Making
  • Woman had the sweater made for her.
  1. Date Experience
  • Man thinks the date wasn't great.
  1. Lamp Arrangement
  • They are discussing lamp placement.
  1. Calculus Class
  • Man regrets getting into the class.
  1. Food Offering
  • Woman implies the portion was large.
  1. Parking
  • Likely a conversation regarding parking regulations.
  1. Literary Reference
  • Woman is sarcastic about the man’s quote.
  1. Man's Condition
  • He feels homesick.

Part B: Longer Conversations

Directions

  • Hear longer conversations followed by several questions.

Sample Conversations

  1. Accident Discussion
    • Discussing Jenny's bike accident and her health concerns.
    • Questions: Who is the conversation about? What caused the accident?
  2. Opera Performance
    • Man compliments woman's performance, she reveals she has a cold.
    • Questions: What is the man's occupation? What did the woman think of the performance?

Part C: Short Talks

Directions

  • Listen to short talks followed by questions.

Sample Talks

  1. TV Program
    • Discusses a program on the human brain.
    • Questions about the purpose and recommendations for viewing.
  2. Harriet Beecher Stowe Lecture
    • Discusses her contributions, focusing on "Uncle Tom's Cabin."
    • Questions about her fame and economic struggles.
  3. Restaurant Commercial
    • Dan's place offers good food at great prices.
    • Questions about the type of food and atmosphere.
  4. Folklore Definition
    • Discusses the ongoing creation of modern folklore in diverse cultures.
    • Questions about the main subject and cultural examples.