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A) She is getting supplies for her landlord.
B) She wants to redecorate her new place.
C) She needs to replace her old curtains.
D) She is looking to buy new chair cushions.

Part 1 - Listening to Problem Solving

Audio 002 - Conversation

Man: Hi. How can I help you today?
Woman: I just rented (paid to use for a short or long time) a studio apartment (small apartment with one main room), and I'd like to paint the room.
Man: Oh, your landlord (person who owns the home you rent) will let you do that.
Woman: Excuse me?
Man: When my brother moved into a rental apartment (apartment you pay to live in), he wanted to repaint the place, too, but he had to get permission (an okay to do something) from his landlord (person who owns the home you rent) first. The good thing was that the landlord paid for it. Usually, they're responsible (the person who must do something) for maintenance (keeping something in good condition) and repairs (fixing broken things).
Woman: Oh, I didn't know that. I guess I better ask first, then.
Man: Might be a good idea. Is there anything in the apartment that you want the paint to match? You could always bring in a chair, but a cushion (soft pillow for a chair) would be easier.
Woman: Actually, I'd like the paint to match the curtains (cloth covers for windows). My grandmother made them, so I don't want to replace them. Great suggestion (idea to help someone). Thanks.

Answer key was not included in the available CELPIP listening source files.

A) the female customer
B) the maintenance worker
C) the salesman’s brother
D) the woman’s landlord

Part 1 - Listening to Problem Solving

Audio 002 - Conversation

Man: Hi. How can I help you today?
Woman: I just rented (paid to use for a short or long time) a studio apartment (small apartment with one main room), and I'd like to paint the room.
Man: Oh, your landlord (person who owns the home you rent) will let you do that.
Woman: Excuse me?
Man: When my brother moved into a rental apartment (apartment you pay to live in), he wanted to repaint the place, too, but he had to get permission (an okay to do something) from his landlord (person who owns the home you rent) first. The good thing was that the landlord paid for it. Usually, they're responsible (the person who must do something) for maintenance (keeping something in good condition) and repairs (fixing broken things).
Woman: Oh, I didn't know that. I guess I better ask first, then.
Man: Might be a good idea. Is there anything in the apartment that you want the paint to match? You could always bring in a chair, but a cushion (soft pillow for a chair) would be easier.
Woman: Actually, I'd like the paint to match the curtains (cloth covers for windows). My grandmother made them, so I don't want to replace them. Great suggestion (idea to help someone). Thanks.

Answer key was not included in the available CELPIP listening source files.

A) a chair cover
B) some curtains
C) a cushion
D) some paint

Part 1 - Listening to Problem Solving

Audio 002 - Conversation

Man: Hi. How can I help you today?
Woman: I just rented (paid to use for a short or long time) a studio apartment (small apartment with one main room), and I'd like to paint the room.
Man: Oh, your landlord (person who owns the home you rent) will let you do that.
Woman: Excuse me?
Man: When my brother moved into a rental apartment (apartment you pay to live in), he wanted to repaint the place, too, but he had to get permission (an okay to do something) from his landlord (person who owns the home you rent) first. The good thing was that the landlord paid for it. Usually, they're responsible (the person who must do something) for maintenance (keeping something in good condition) and repairs (fixing broken things).
Woman: Oh, I didn't know that. I guess I better ask first, then.
Man: Might be a good idea. Is there anything in the apartment that you want the paint to match? You could always bring in a chair, but a cushion (soft pillow for a chair) would be easier.
Woman: Actually, I'd like the paint to match the curtains (cloth covers for windows). My grandmother made them, so I don't want to replace them. Great suggestion (idea to help someone). Thanks.

Answer key was not included in the available CELPIP listening source files.

A) He likes them very much.
B) He would like to see them.
C) They are like his own curtains.
D) They will be difficult to match.

Part 1 - Listening to Problem Solving

Audio 002 - Conversation

Man: Hi. How can I help you today?
Woman: I just rented (paid to use for a short or long time) a studio apartment (small apartment with one main room), and I'd like to paint the room.
Man: Oh, your landlord (person who owns the home you rent) will let you do that.
Woman: Excuse me?
Man: When my brother moved into a rental apartment (apartment you pay to live in), he wanted to repaint the place, too, but he had to get permission (an okay to do something) from his landlord (person who owns the home you rent) first. The good thing was that the landlord paid for it. Usually, they're responsible (the person who must do something) for maintenance (keeping something in good condition) and repairs (fixing broken things).
Woman: Oh, I didn't know that. I guess I better ask first, then.
Man: Might be a good idea. Is there anything in the apartment that you want the paint to match? You could always bring in a chair, but a cushion (soft pillow for a chair) would be easier.
Woman: Actually, I'd like the paint to match the curtains (cloth covers for windows). My grandmother made them, so I don't want to replace them. Great suggestion (idea to help someone). Thanks.

Answer key was not included in the available CELPIP listening source files.

A) She would prefer to live there.
B) She dislikes the colour of its walls.
C) She wishes it was near the ocean.
D) She thinks it needs more sunlight.

Part 1 - Listening to Problem Solving

Audio 002 - Conversation

Man: Hi. How can I help you today?
Woman: I just rented (paid to use for a short or long time) a studio apartment (small apartment with one main room), and I'd like to paint the room.
Man: Oh, your landlord (person who owns the home you rent) will let you do that.
Woman: Excuse me?
Man: When my brother moved into a rental apartment (apartment you pay to live in), he wanted to repaint the place, too, but he had to get permission (an okay to do something) from his landlord (person who owns the home you rent) first. The good thing was that the landlord paid for it. Usually, they're responsible (the person who must do something) for maintenance (keeping something in good condition) and repairs (fixing broken things).
Woman: Oh, I didn't know that. I guess I better ask first, then.
Man: Might be a good idea. Is there anything in the apartment that you want the paint to match? You could always bring in a chair, but a cushion (soft pillow for a chair) would be easier.
Woman: Actually, I'd like the paint to match the curtains (cloth covers for windows). My grandmother made them, so I don't want to replace them. Great suggestion (idea to help someone). Thanks.

Answer key was not included in the available CELPIP listening source files.

A) He likes them very much.
B) He would like to see them.
C) They are like his own curtains.
D) They will be difficult to match.

Part 1 - Listening to Problem Solving

Audio 002 - Conversation

Man: Hi. How can I help you today?
Woman: I just rented (paid to use for a short or long time) a studio apartment (small apartment with one main room), and I'd like to paint the room.
Man: Oh, your landlord (person who owns the home you rent) will let you do that.
Woman: Excuse me?
Man: When my brother moved into a rental apartment (apartment you pay to live in), he wanted to repaint the place, too, but he had to get permission (an okay to do something) from his landlord (person who owns the home you rent) first. The good thing was that the landlord paid for it. Usually, they're responsible (the person who must do something) for maintenance (keeping something in good condition) and repairs (fixing broken things).
Woman: Oh, I didn't know that. I guess I better ask first, then.
Man: Might be a good idea. Is there anything in the apartment that you want the paint to match? You could always bring in a chair, but a cushion (soft pillow for a chair) would be easier.
Woman: Actually, I'd like the paint to match the curtains (cloth covers for windows). My grandmother made them, so I don't want to replace them. Great suggestion (idea to help someone). Thanks.

Answer key was not included in the available CELPIP listening source files.

A) His ladder is broken.
B) His ladder isn’t tall enough.
C) He doesn’t have a stepladder.
D) He wants to have an extra ladder.

Part 1 - Listening to Problem Solving

Audio 002 - Conversation

Man: Hi. How can I help you today?
Woman: I just rented (paid to use for a short or long time) a studio apartment (small apartment with one main room), and I'd like to paint the room.
Man: Oh, your landlord (person who owns the home you rent) will let you do that.
Woman: Excuse me?
Man: When my brother moved into a rental apartment (apartment you pay to live in), he wanted to repaint the place, too, but he had to get permission (an okay to do something) from his landlord (person who owns the home you rent) first. The good thing was that the landlord paid for it. Usually, they're responsible (the person who must do something) for maintenance (keeping something in good condition) and repairs (fixing broken things).
Woman: Oh, I didn't know that. I guess I better ask first, then.
Man: Might be a good idea. Is there anything in the apartment that you want the paint to match? You could always bring in a chair, but a cushion (soft pillow for a chair) would be easier.
Woman: Actually, I'd like the paint to match the curtains (cloth covers for windows). My grandmother made them, so I don't want to replace them. Great suggestion (idea to help someone). Thanks.

Answer key was not included in the available CELPIP listening source files.

A) She now has everything that she needs.
B) She needs to come back to the store.
C) She must get her landlord to visit the store.
D) She changes her mind about the project.

Part 1 - Listening to Problem Solving

Audio 002 - Conversation

Man: Hi. How can I help you today?
Woman: I just rented (paid to use for a short or long time) a studio apartment (small apartment with one main room), and I'd like to paint the room.
Man: Oh, your landlord (person who owns the home you rent) will let you do that.
Woman: Excuse me?
Man: When my brother moved into a rental apartment (apartment you pay to live in), he wanted to repaint the place, too, but he had to get permission (an okay to do something) from his landlord (person who owns the home you rent) first. The good thing was that the landlord paid for it. Usually, they're responsible (the person who must do something) for maintenance (keeping something in good condition) and repairs (fixing broken things).
Woman: Oh, I didn't know that. I guess I better ask first, then.
Man: Might be a good idea. Is there anything in the apartment that you want the paint to match? You could always bring in a chair, but a cushion (soft pillow for a chair) would be easier.
Woman: Actually, I'd like the paint to match the curtains (cloth covers for windows). My grandmother made them, so I don't want to replace them. Great suggestion (idea to help someone). Thanks.

Answer key was not included in the available CELPIP listening source files.

A) at a nearby restaurant
B) at the woman’s desk
C) in a coffee shop
D) in their boss’s office

Part 2 - Listening to a Daily Life Conversation

Audio 016 - Conversation

Man: Hey, Aya. How's your morning going?
Woman: Not bad. I'm just finishing up this monthly report (work report made every month). There's so much information to gather (collect).
Man: Well, a bunch of us from our department (part of a company) are going out for lunch today. Why don't you take a break and come with us? It'll do you good to get out of the office for a bit.
Woman: Oh, thank you. That sounds wonderful. Where are we going?
Man: Do you like Italian food? There's a really great place, Mario's, a couple blocks from here. They have the best pasta in town, and their garlic bread is amazing.
Woman: I've never been to an Italian restaurant. I don't eat out very often. The customs (usual ways people do things) and food here are quite different from my home country. Thank you so much for inviting (asking someone to come) me. I love trying new things.
Man: I hope you like it. Our team eats there at least once a month. There's also a great sushi place nearby (close to here) that we go to all the time. You'll have to come with us next time.
Woman: It's so interesting that you go to a restaurant so often. The boss is so kind. My former (past; before now) boss never invited us out for meals.
Man: Just so you know, everybody pays for their own meal. The company would go bankrupt (without enough money to continue) if they paid for all of our lunches all the time.
Woman: Sorry, I didn't know. I thought when you invited me that it was paid for. In my home country, the boss pays or the person who invites pays. I'm a little embarrassed (feeling shy or bad because of a mistake) now.
Man: Don't worry about it. In Canada, it's pretty casual (relaxed; not formal). We always pay for ourselves unless someone specifically (clearly and exactly) says they'll treat (pay for someone else) you. And that doesn't happen very often. Maybe on your birthday, but that's about it.
Woman: I'm so glad you told me. I would have felt really bad if I had eaten and then not paid. It's very different, but I will get used to it.

Answer key was not included in the available CELPIP listening source files.

A) Her birthday is today.
B) The boss is treating everyone.
C) She forgot to bring her lunch.
D) She is part of the team.

Part 2 - Listening to a Daily Life Conversation

Audio 016 - Conversation

Man: Hey, Aya. How's your morning going?
Woman: Not bad. I'm just finishing up this monthly report (work report made every month). There's so much information to gather (collect).
Man: Well, a bunch of us from our department (part of a company) are going out for lunch today. Why don't you take a break and come with us? It'll do you good to get out of the office for a bit.
Woman: Oh, thank you. That sounds wonderful. Where are we going?
Man: Do you like Italian food? There's a really great place, Mario's, a couple blocks from here. They have the best pasta in town, and their garlic bread is amazing.
Woman: I've never been to an Italian restaurant. I don't eat out very often. The customs (usual ways people do things) and food here are quite different from my home country. Thank you so much for inviting (asking someone to come) me. I love trying new things.
Man: I hope you like it. Our team eats there at least once a month. There's also a great sushi place nearby (close to here) that we go to all the time. You'll have to come with us next time.
Woman: It's so interesting that you go to a restaurant so often. The boss is so kind. My former (past; before now) boss never invited us out for meals.
Man: Just so you know, everybody pays for their own meal. The company would go bankrupt (without enough money to continue) if they paid for all of our lunches all the time.
Woman: Sorry, I didn't know. I thought when you invited me that it was paid for. In my home country, the boss pays or the person who invites pays. I'm a little embarrassed (feeling shy or bad because of a mistake) now.
Man: Don't worry about it. In Canada, it's pretty casual (relaxed; not formal). We always pay for ourselves unless someone specifically (clearly and exactly) says they'll treat (pay for someone else) you. And that doesn't happen very often. Maybe on your birthday, but that's about it.
Woman: I'm so glad you told me. I would have felt really bad if I had eaten and then not paid. It's very different, but I will get used to it.

Answer key was not included in the available CELPIP listening source files.

A) She doesn’t like trying new food.
B) She has never eaten Italian food.
C) She prefers her own ethnic food.
D) She prefers sushi to Italian food.

Part 2 - Listening to a Daily Life Conversation

Audio 016 - Conversation

Man: Hey, Aya. How's your morning going?
Woman: Not bad. I'm just finishing up this monthly report (work report made every month). There's so much information to gather (collect).
Man: Well, a bunch of us from our department (part of a company) are going out for lunch today. Why don't you take a break and come with us? It'll do you good to get out of the office for a bit.
Woman: Oh, thank you. That sounds wonderful. Where are we going?
Man: Do you like Italian food? There's a really great place, Mario's, a couple blocks from here. They have the best pasta in town, and their garlic bread is amazing.
Woman: I've never been to an Italian restaurant. I don't eat out very often. The customs (usual ways people do things) and food here are quite different from my home country. Thank you so much for inviting (asking someone to come) me. I love trying new things.
Man: I hope you like it. Our team eats there at least once a month. There's also a great sushi place nearby (close to here) that we go to all the time. You'll have to come with us next time.
Woman: It's so interesting that you go to a restaurant so often. The boss is so kind. My former (past; before now) boss never invited us out for meals.
Man: Just so you know, everybody pays for their own meal. The company would go bankrupt (without enough money to continue) if they paid for all of our lunches all the time.
Woman: Sorry, I didn't know. I thought when you invited me that it was paid for. In my home country, the boss pays or the person who invites pays. I'm a little embarrassed (feeling shy or bad because of a mistake) now.
Man: Don't worry about it. In Canada, it's pretty casual (relaxed; not formal). We always pay for ourselves unless someone specifically (clearly and exactly) says they'll treat (pay for someone else) you. And that doesn't happen very often. Maybe on your birthday, but that's about it.
Woman: I'm so glad you told me. I would have felt really bad if I had eaten and then not paid. It's very different, but I will get used to it.

Answer key was not included in the available CELPIP listening source files.

A) It’s the company’s monthly event.
B) It’s the tradition that she knows.
C) The boss promised everyone so.
D) The man told her the boss would pay.

Part 2 - Listening to a Daily Life Conversation

Audio 016 - Conversation

Man: Hey, Aya. How's your morning going?
Woman: Not bad. I'm just finishing up this monthly report (work report made every month). There's so much information to gather (collect).
Man: Well, a bunch of us from our department (part of a company) are going out for lunch today. Why don't you take a break and come with us? It'll do you good to get out of the office for a bit.
Woman: Oh, thank you. That sounds wonderful. Where are we going?
Man: Do you like Italian food? There's a really great place, Mario's, a couple blocks from here. They have the best pasta in town, and their garlic bread is amazing.
Woman: I've never been to an Italian restaurant. I don't eat out very often. The customs (usual ways people do things) and food here are quite different from my home country. Thank you so much for inviting (asking someone to come) me. I love trying new things.
Man: I hope you like it. Our team eats there at least once a month. There's also a great sushi place nearby (close to here) that we go to all the time. You'll have to come with us next time.
Woman: It's so interesting that you go to a restaurant so often. The boss is so kind. My former (past; before now) boss never invited us out for meals.
Man: Just so you know, everybody pays for their own meal. The company would go bankrupt (without enough money to continue) if they paid for all of our lunches all the time.
Woman: Sorry, I didn't know. I thought when you invited me that it was paid for. In my home country, the boss pays or the person who invites pays. I'm a little embarrassed (feeling shy or bad because of a mistake) now.
Man: Don't worry about it. In Canada, it's pretty casual (relaxed; not formal). We always pay for ourselves unless someone specifically (clearly and exactly) says they'll treat (pay for someone else) you. And that doesn't happen very often. Maybe on your birthday, but that's about it.
Woman: I'm so glad you told me. I would have felt really bad if I had eaten and then not paid. It's very different, but I will get used to it.

Answer key was not included in the available CELPIP listening source files.

A) She’ll go if the boss pays.
B) She'd prefer to eat in the office.
C) She will join them today.
D) She will wait for her birthday.

Part 2 - Listening to a Daily Life Conversation

Audio 016 - Conversation

Man: Hey, Aya. How's your morning going?
Woman: Not bad. I'm just finishing up this monthly report (work report made every month). There's so much information to gather (collect).
Man: Well, a bunch of us from our department (part of a company) are going out for lunch today. Why don't you take a break and come with us? It'll do you good to get out of the office for a bit.
Woman: Oh, thank you. That sounds wonderful. Where are we going?
Man: Do you like Italian food? There's a really great place, Mario's, a couple blocks from here. They have the best pasta in town, and their garlic bread is amazing.
Woman: I've never been to an Italian restaurant. I don't eat out very often. The customs (usual ways people do things) and food here are quite different from my home country. Thank you so much for inviting (asking someone to come) me. I love trying new things.
Man: I hope you like it. Our team eats there at least once a month. There's also a great sushi place nearby (close to here) that we go to all the time. You'll have to come with us next time.
Woman: It's so interesting that you go to a restaurant so often. The boss is so kind. My former (past; before now) boss never invited us out for meals.
Man: Just so you know, everybody pays for their own meal. The company would go bankrupt (without enough money to continue) if they paid for all of our lunches all the time.
Woman: Sorry, I didn't know. I thought when you invited me that it was paid for. In my home country, the boss pays or the person who invites pays. I'm a little embarrassed (feeling shy or bad because of a mistake) now.
Man: Don't worry about it. In Canada, it's pretty casual (relaxed; not formal). We always pay for ourselves unless someone specifically (clearly and exactly) says they'll treat (pay for someone else) you. And that doesn't happen very often. Maybe on your birthday, but that's about it.
Woman: I'm so glad you told me. I would have felt really bad if I had eaten and then not paid. It's very different, but I will get used to it.

Answer key was not included in the available CELPIP listening source files.

A) to show her the repairs he completed
B) to learn what work she wants done
C) to inquire about working for her
D) to teach her how to do her repairs

Part 3 - Listening for Information

Audio 023 - Conversation

Woman: Hi, Harry. Thanks for coming by. You've done great work for us before, and now we have a few more jobs we'd like you to do: painting a wall, replacing floor tiles (flat pieces used to cover a floor), and changing cupboard (cabinet used for storage) handles. What do you think?
Harry: Sounds good. Let's start with the tiles. Where are they going?
Woman: In the kitchen. We got a really good deal (low or good price) on these peel-and-stick (with a back you remove so it can stick) ones. I love the color. Do you think these will work on the kitchen floor?
Harry: They're good quality and durable (strong; lasts a long time), so you made a good choice. What does the floor surface (top part of something) look like? Can I see it?
Woman: Sure. Follow me. See, there's some old ripped (torn; broken open) flooring here. I was hoping you could just put the tiles on top of the old floor here and match them with the rest of the floor.
Harry: That's going to be a problem. I'll have to remove (take away) that old flooring, or the new tiles won't join properly (fit together in the right way) with the rest of the floor. The kitchen floor isn't that big. Why not replace the whole floor with these new tiles? Then it will look really professional (done by a skilled worker). I think you bought enough tiles, but I'll measure (find the size of) later to check that out.
Woman: Oh, we didn't think about that. What a good idea.
Harry: Okay, so what do you want me to paint?
Woman: Just this one wall where I filled the holes. I learned how to do that from my dad, who enjoyed repairing walls. Do you think it needs to be sanded (made smooth with rough paper or a tool) before you paint? I'm concerned (worried) about the dust (very small dry dirt) because I need to make dinner each night.
Harry: Yeah, it definitely needs sanding (making something smooth). My electric sander (tool for making surfaces smooth) has a dust catcher (part that collects dust), though. Have you already bought the paint?
Woman: Yes, we picked it up yesterday when we bought the handles. These are the new handles for the cupboard doors. They're so pretty that I just couldn't resist (stop myself from doing something) buying them. Will they fit with these doors?
Harry: Yeah, they'll go on just fine. Okay, this should take me two, maybe three days. When would you like me to start?
Woman: Is tomorrow too soon? I'll be so glad to finally have this work done.
Harry: No problem. I'll just take those measurements (sizes) and draw up an estimate (guessed price for work). I'll give it to you in about ten minutes.

Answer key was not included in the available CELPIP listening source files.

A) to dust the area after sanding
B) to have the work completed soon
C) to purchase extra floor tiles
D) to start the repairs that day

Part 3 - Listening for Information

Audio 023 - Conversation

Woman: Hi, Harry. Thanks for coming by. You've done great work for us before, and now we have a few more jobs we'd like you to do: painting a wall, replacing floor tiles (flat pieces used to cover a floor), and changing cupboard (cabinet used for storage) handles. What do you think?
Harry: Sounds good. Let's start with the tiles. Where are they going?
Woman: In the kitchen. We got a really good deal (low or good price) on these peel-and-stick (with a back you remove so it can stick) ones. I love the color. Do you think these will work on the kitchen floor?
Harry: They're good quality and durable (strong; lasts a long time), so you made a good choice. What does the floor surface (top part of something) look like? Can I see it?
Woman: Sure. Follow me. See, there's some old ripped (torn; broken open) flooring here. I was hoping you could just put the tiles on top of the old floor here and match them with the rest of the floor.
Harry: That's going to be a problem. I'll have to remove (take away) that old flooring, or the new tiles won't join properly (fit together in the right way) with the rest of the floor. The kitchen floor isn't that big. Why not replace the whole floor with these new tiles? Then it will look really professional (done by a skilled worker). I think you bought enough tiles, but I'll measure (find the size of) later to check that out.
Woman: Oh, we didn't think about that. What a good idea.
Harry: Okay, so what do you want me to paint?
Woman: Just this one wall where I filled the holes. I learned how to do that from my dad, who enjoyed repairing walls. Do you think it needs to be sanded (made smooth with rough paper or a tool) before you paint? I'm concerned (worried) about the dust (very small dry dirt) because I need to make dinner each night.
Harry: Yeah, it definitely needs sanding (making something smooth). My electric sander (tool for making surfaces smooth) has a dust catcher (part that collects dust), though. Have you already bought the paint?
Woman: Yes, we picked it up yesterday when we bought the handles. These are the new handles for the cupboard doors. They're so pretty that I just couldn't resist (stop myself from doing something) buying them. Will they fit with these doors?
Harry: Yeah, they'll go on just fine. Okay, this should take me two, maybe three days. When would you like me to start?
Woman: Is tomorrow too soon? I'll be so glad to finally have this work done.
Harry: No problem. I'll just take those measurements (sizes) and draw up an estimate (guessed price for work). I'll give it to you in about ten minutes.

Answer key was not included in the available CELPIP listening source files.

A) bought an electric sander
B) cleaned the floor tiles
C) repaired the damaged wall
D) painted the whole room

Part 3 - Listening for Information

Audio 023 - Conversation

Woman: Hi, Harry. Thanks for coming by. You've done great work for us before, and now we have a few more jobs we'd like you to do: painting a wall, replacing floor tiles (flat pieces used to cover a floor), and changing cupboard (cabinet used for storage) handles. What do you think?
Harry: Sounds good. Let's start with the tiles. Where are they going?
Woman: In the kitchen. We got a really good deal (low or good price) on these peel-and-stick (with a back you remove so it can stick) ones. I love the color. Do you think these will work on the kitchen floor?
Harry: They're good quality and durable (strong; lasts a long time), so you made a good choice. What does the floor surface (top part of something) look like? Can I see it?
Woman: Sure. Follow me. See, there's some old ripped (torn; broken open) flooring here. I was hoping you could just put the tiles on top of the old floor here and match them with the rest of the floor.
Harry: That's going to be a problem. I'll have to remove (take away) that old flooring, or the new tiles won't join properly (fit together in the right way) with the rest of the floor. The kitchen floor isn't that big. Why not replace the whole floor with these new tiles? Then it will look really professional (done by a skilled worker). I think you bought enough tiles, but I'll measure (find the size of) later to check that out.
Woman: Oh, we didn't think about that. What a good idea.
Harry: Okay, so what do you want me to paint?
Woman: Just this one wall where I filled the holes. I learned how to do that from my dad, who enjoyed repairing walls. Do you think it needs to be sanded (made smooth with rough paper or a tool) before you paint? I'm concerned (worried) about the dust (very small dry dirt) because I need to make dinner each night.
Harry: Yeah, it definitely needs sanding (making something smooth). My electric sander (tool for making surfaces smooth) has a dust catcher (part that collects dust), though. Have you already bought the paint?
Woman: Yes, we picked it up yesterday when we bought the handles. These are the new handles for the cupboard doors. They're so pretty that I just couldn't resist (stop myself from doing something) buying them. Will they fit with these doors?
Harry: Yeah, they'll go on just fine. Okay, this should take me two, maybe three days. When would you like me to start?
Woman: Is tomorrow too soon? I'll be so glad to finally have this work done.
Harry: No problem. I'll just take those measurements (sizes) and draw up an estimate (guessed price for work). I'll give it to you in about ten minutes.

Answer key was not included in the available CELPIP listening source files.

A) The estimate will be more accurate.
B) The new floor would look better.
C) The tiles match the cupboard handles.
D) The man brought enough tiles.

Part 3 - Listening for Information

Audio 023 - Conversation

Woman: Hi, Harry. Thanks for coming by. You've done great work for us before, and now we have a few more jobs we'd like you to do: painting a wall, replacing floor tiles (flat pieces used to cover a floor), and changing cupboard (cabinet used for storage) handles. What do you think?
Harry: Sounds good. Let's start with the tiles. Where are they going?
Woman: In the kitchen. We got a really good deal (low or good price) on these peel-and-stick (with a back you remove so it can stick) ones. I love the color. Do you think these will work on the kitchen floor?
Harry: They're good quality and durable (strong; lasts a long time), so you made a good choice. What does the floor surface (top part of something) look like? Can I see it?
Woman: Sure. Follow me. See, there's some old ripped (torn; broken open) flooring here. I was hoping you could just put the tiles on top of the old floor here and match them with the rest of the floor.
Harry: That's going to be a problem. I'll have to remove (take away) that old flooring, or the new tiles won't join properly (fit together in the right way) with the rest of the floor. The kitchen floor isn't that big. Why not replace the whole floor with these new tiles? Then it will look really professional (done by a skilled worker). I think you bought enough tiles, but I'll measure (find the size of) later to check that out.
Woman: Oh, we didn't think about that. What a good idea.
Harry: Okay, so what do you want me to paint?
Woman: Just this one wall where I filled the holes. I learned how to do that from my dad, who enjoyed repairing walls. Do you think it needs to be sanded (made smooth with rough paper or a tool) before you paint? I'm concerned (worried) about the dust (very small dry dirt) because I need to make dinner each night.
Harry: Yeah, it definitely needs sanding (making something smooth). My electric sander (tool for making surfaces smooth) has a dust catcher (part that collects dust), though. Have you already bought the paint?
Woman: Yes, we picked it up yesterday when we bought the handles. These are the new handles for the cupboard doors. They're so pretty that I just couldn't resist (stop myself from doing something) buying them. Will they fit with these doors?
Harry: Yeah, they'll go on just fine. Okay, this should take me two, maybe three days. When would you like me to start?
Woman: Is tomorrow too soon? I'll be so glad to finally have this work done.
Harry: No problem. I'll just take those measurements (sizes) and draw up an estimate (guessed price for work). I'll give it to you in about ten minutes.

Answer key was not included in the available CELPIP listening source files.

A) whether she measured correctly
B) being able to make dinner on time
C) when he will complete the job
D) preparing meals in a dirty area

Part 3 - Listening for Information

Audio 023 - Conversation

Woman: Hi, Harry. Thanks for coming by. You've done great work for us before, and now we have a few more jobs we'd like you to do: painting a wall, replacing floor tiles (flat pieces used to cover a floor), and changing cupboard (cabinet used for storage) handles. What do you think?
Harry: Sounds good. Let's start with the tiles. Where are they going?
Woman: In the kitchen. We got a really good deal (low or good price) on these peel-and-stick (with a back you remove so it can stick) ones. I love the color. Do you think these will work on the kitchen floor?
Harry: They're good quality and durable (strong; lasts a long time), so you made a good choice. What does the floor surface (top part of something) look like? Can I see it?
Woman: Sure. Follow me. See, there's some old ripped (torn; broken open) flooring here. I was hoping you could just put the tiles on top of the old floor here and match them with the rest of the floor.
Harry: That's going to be a problem. I'll have to remove (take away) that old flooring, or the new tiles won't join properly (fit together in the right way) with the rest of the floor. The kitchen floor isn't that big. Why not replace the whole floor with these new tiles? Then it will look really professional (done by a skilled worker). I think you bought enough tiles, but I'll measure (find the size of) later to check that out.
Woman: Oh, we didn't think about that. What a good idea.
Harry: Okay, so what do you want me to paint?
Woman: Just this one wall where I filled the holes. I learned how to do that from my dad, who enjoyed repairing walls. Do you think it needs to be sanded (made smooth with rough paper or a tool) before you paint? I'm concerned (worried) about the dust (very small dry dirt) because I need to make dinner each night.
Harry: Yeah, it definitely needs sanding (making something smooth). My electric sander (tool for making surfaces smooth) has a dust catcher (part that collects dust), though. Have you already bought the paint?
Woman: Yes, we picked it up yesterday when we bought the handles. These are the new handles for the cupboard doors. They're so pretty that I just couldn't resist (stop myself from doing something) buying them. Will they fit with these doors?
Harry: Yeah, they'll go on just fine. Okay, this should take me two, maybe three days. When would you like me to start?
Woman: Is tomorrow too soon? I'll be so glad to finally have this work done.
Harry: No problem. I'll just take those measurements (sizes) and draw up an estimate (guessed price for work). I'll give it to you in about ten minutes.

Answer key was not included in the available CELPIP listening source files.

A) by the end of day
B) within one week
C) just over a week
D) in three weeks

Part 3 - Listening for Information

Audio 023 - Conversation

Woman: Hi, Harry. Thanks for coming by. You've done great work for us before, and now we have a few more jobs we'd like you to do: painting a wall, replacing floor tiles (flat pieces used to cover a floor), and changing cupboard (cabinet used for storage) handles. What do you think?
Harry: Sounds good. Let's start with the tiles. Where are they going?
Woman: In the kitchen. We got a really good deal (low or good price) on these peel-and-stick (with a back you remove so it can stick) ones. I love the color. Do you think these will work on the kitchen floor?
Harry: They're good quality and durable (strong; lasts a long time), so you made a good choice. What does the floor surface (top part of something) look like? Can I see it?
Woman: Sure. Follow me. See, there's some old ripped (torn; broken open) flooring here. I was hoping you could just put the tiles on top of the old floor here and match them with the rest of the floor.
Harry: That's going to be a problem. I'll have to remove (take away) that old flooring, or the new tiles won't join properly (fit together in the right way) with the rest of the floor. The kitchen floor isn't that big. Why not replace the whole floor with these new tiles? Then it will look really professional (done by a skilled worker). I think you bought enough tiles, but I'll measure (find the size of) later to check that out.
Woman: Oh, we didn't think about that. What a good idea.
Harry: Okay, so what do you want me to paint?
Woman: Just this one wall where I filled the holes. I learned how to do that from my dad, who enjoyed repairing walls. Do you think it needs to be sanded (made smooth with rough paper or a tool) before you paint? I'm concerned (worried) about the dust (very small dry dirt) because I need to make dinner each night.
Harry: Yeah, it definitely needs sanding (making something smooth). My electric sander (tool for making surfaces smooth) has a dust catcher (part that collects dust), though. Have you already bought the paint?
Woman: Yes, we picked it up yesterday when we bought the handles. These are the new handles for the cupboard doors. They're so pretty that I just couldn't resist (stop myself from doing something) buying them. Will they fit with these doors?
Harry: Yeah, they'll go on just fine. Okay, this should take me two, maybe three days. When would you like me to start?
Woman: Is tomorrow too soon? I'll be so glad to finally have this work done.
Harry: No problem. I'll just take those measurements (sizes) and draw up an estimate (guessed price for work). I'll give it to you in about ten minutes.

Answer key was not included in the available CELPIP listening source files.

A) slip into the neighbour’s yard.
B) slip into a park.
C) fall over in her yard.
D) break into pieces on the hill.

Part 4 - Listening to a News Item

Audio 031 - News Item

Over the past few weeks, storms near Fredericton have damaged many homes and other structures (things that are built). One resident (person who lives in a place), Jilla Amini, had recently installed (put in place and made ready to use) a large children's slide in her garden so that her son and daughter could play outside.

Jilla woke up Tuesday morning to discover (find out) that the rain and mud had carried her slide down her hilly (with many hills) backyard and into the neighborhood (area where people live) park. After talking to the town council (group of people who make decisions for a town), Jilla discovered that the council was already planning on buying a new slide for the park. The council suggested (gave an idea) that Jilla leave her slide in the park, and they offered to replace Jilla's slide at the council's expense (money paid by someone). Jilla agreed.

Three nights later, another thunderstorm (storm with thunder and lightning) knocked down an old oak tree in the same park. The tree fell directly on the slide, crushing (breaking by pressing hard) it beyond repair (too broken to fix). The townspeople have decided to make the best of (try to find something good in a bad situation) the situation. Led by local artist and woodcarver (person who makes things from wood) Eddie Galen, a team has started a project to build a new children's climbing structure (play equipment for climbing) in the park using wood from the fallen oak tree. When the project is completed, these terrible storms will have benefited (helped) everyone.

Answer key was not included in the available CELPIP listening source files.

A) buy her a new slide.
B) charge her for damage.
C) make repairs to the slide.
D) remove the slide.

Part 4 - Listening to a News Item

Audio 031 - News Item

Over the past few weeks, storms near Fredericton have damaged many homes and other structures (things that are built). One resident (person who lives in a place), Jilla Amini, had recently installed (put in place and made ready to use) a large children's slide in her garden so that her son and daughter could play outside.

Jilla woke up Tuesday morning to discover (find out) that the rain and mud had carried her slide down her hilly (with many hills) backyard and into the neighborhood (area where people live) park. After talking to the town council (group of people who make decisions for a town), Jilla discovered that the council was already planning on buying a new slide for the park. The council suggested (gave an idea) that Jilla leave her slide in the park, and they offered to replace Jilla's slide at the council's expense (money paid by someone). Jilla agreed.

Three nights later, another thunderstorm (storm with thunder and lightning) knocked down an old oak tree in the same park. The tree fell directly on the slide, crushing (breaking by pressing hard) it beyond repair (too broken to fix). The townspeople have decided to make the best of (try to find something good in a bad situation) the situation. Led by local artist and woodcarver (person who makes things from wood) Eddie Galen, a team has started a project to build a new children's climbing structure (play equipment for climbing) in the park using wood from the fallen oak tree. When the project is completed, these terrible storms will have benefited (helped) everyone.

Answer key was not included in the available CELPIP listening source files.

A) excited.
B) angry.
C) pleased.
D) upset.

Part 4 - Listening to a News Item

Audio 031 - News Item

Over the past few weeks, storms near Fredericton have damaged many homes and other structures (things that are built). One resident (person who lives in a place), Jilla Amini, had recently installed (put in place and made ready to use) a large children's slide in her garden so that her son and daughter could play outside.

Jilla woke up Tuesday morning to discover (find out) that the rain and mud had carried her slide down her hilly (with many hills) backyard and into the neighborhood (area where people live) park. After talking to the town council (group of people who make decisions for a town), Jilla discovered that the council was already planning on buying a new slide for the park. The council suggested (gave an idea) that Jilla leave her slide in the park, and they offered to replace Jilla's slide at the council's expense (money paid by someone). Jilla agreed.

Three nights later, another thunderstorm (storm with thunder and lightning) knocked down an old oak tree in the same park. The tree fell directly on the slide, crushing (breaking by pressing hard) it beyond repair (too broken to fix). The townspeople have decided to make the best of (try to find something good in a bad situation) the situation. Led by local artist and woodcarver (person who makes things from wood) Eddie Galen, a team has started a project to build a new children's climbing structure (play equipment for climbing) in the park using wood from the fallen oak tree. When the project is completed, these terrible storms will have benefited (helped) everyone.

Answer key was not included in the available CELPIP listening source files.

A) covered the artist's work in mud.
B) damaged the park playground.
C) knocked a tree onto the slide.
D) destroyed the climbing structure.

Part 4 - Listening to a News Item

Audio 031 - News Item

Over the past few weeks, storms near Fredericton have damaged many homes and other structures (things that are built). One resident (person who lives in a place), Jilla Amini, had recently installed (put in place and made ready to use) a large children's slide in her garden so that her son and daughter could play outside.

Jilla woke up Tuesday morning to discover (find out) that the rain and mud had carried her slide down her hilly (with many hills) backyard and into the neighborhood (area where people live) park. After talking to the town council (group of people who make decisions for a town), Jilla discovered that the council was already planning on buying a new slide for the park. The council suggested (gave an idea) that Jilla leave her slide in the park, and they offered to replace Jilla's slide at the council's expense (money paid by someone). Jilla agreed.

Three nights later, another thunderstorm (storm with thunder and lightning) knocked down an old oak tree in the same park. The tree fell directly on the slide, crushing (breaking by pressing hard) it beyond repair (too broken to fix). The townspeople have decided to make the best of (try to find something good in a bad situation) the situation. Led by local artist and woodcarver (person who makes things from wood) Eddie Galen, a team has started a project to build a new children's climbing structure (play equipment for climbing) in the park using wood from the fallen oak tree. When the project is completed, these terrible storms will have benefited (helped) everyone.

Answer key was not included in the available CELPIP listening source files.

A) build a new climbing structure.
B) make a new slide for Jila’s garden.
C) create artwork in the park.
D) make the playground safer.

Part 4 - Listening to a News Item

Audio 031 - News Item

Over the past few weeks, storms near Fredericton have damaged many homes and other structures (things that are built). One resident (person who lives in a place), Jilla Amini, had recently installed (put in place and made ready to use) a large children's slide in her garden so that her son and daughter could play outside.

Jilla woke up Tuesday morning to discover (find out) that the rain and mud had carried her slide down her hilly (with many hills) backyard and into the neighborhood (area where people live) park. After talking to the town council (group of people who make decisions for a town), Jilla discovered that the council was already planning on buying a new slide for the park. The council suggested (gave an idea) that Jilla leave her slide in the park, and they offered to replace Jilla's slide at the council's expense (money paid by someone). Jilla agreed.

Three nights later, another thunderstorm (storm with thunder and lightning) knocked down an old oak tree in the same park. The tree fell directly on the slide, crushing (breaking by pressing hard) it beyond repair (too broken to fix). The townspeople have decided to make the best of (try to find something good in a bad situation) the situation. Led by local artist and woodcarver (person who makes things from wood) Eddie Galen, a team has started a project to build a new children's climbing structure (play equipment for climbing) in the park using wood from the fallen oak tree. When the project is completed, these terrible storms will have benefited (helped) everyone.

Answer key was not included in the available CELPIP listening source files.

A) Their company has rented out office space.
B) Their workspace has been arranged differently.
C) Their team members have been reassigned duties.
D) Their office has moved to a new location.

Answer key was not included in the available CELPIP listening source files.

A) that he will no longer work with the same people
B) that the office will be louder than it was before
C) that his phone calls will no longer be private
D) that meetings will be more difficult to arrange

Answer key was not included in the available CELPIP listening source files.

A) those who work in the office every day
B) those who have clients visiting the office
C) those who need daily telephone access
D) those who regularly consult with their team

Answer key was not included in the available CELPIP listening source files.

A) Teams will be able to work together.
B) Business will grow more quickly.
C) Space will be used more efficiently.
D) Noise will be significantly reduced.

Answer key was not included in the available CELPIP listening source files.

A) It has acquired more business contracts.
B) It has moved into a new type of industry.
C) It has signed up for a team phone plan.
D) It has eliminated a flexible work schedule.

Answer key was not included in the available CELPIP listening source files.

A) irregular work hours
B) difficult phone access
C) increased workplace noise
D) reduced team discussions

Answer key was not included in the available CELPIP listening source files.

A) They were not working with clients before.
B) They spend the entire work day in the office.
C) They were not consulted about the changes.
D) They have their own private office at work.

Answer key was not included in the available CELPIP listening source files.

A) They've grasped the new system well.
B) They've agreed on a workable solution.
C) They've decided to challenge the new plan.
D) They've recognized many outside opportunities.

Answer key was not included in the available CELPIP listening source files.

A) ambivalent towards the health-care system.
B) critical of the health-care system.
C) inadequately served by the health-care system.
D) quite proud of the health-care system.

Part 6 - Listening for Viewpoints

Audio 032 - Viewpoints Talk

As many opinion polls (surveys that ask what people think) over the years have shown, when asked what makes Canada special, the Canadian health care system is often the most cited (mentioned as an example) reason. For over 50 years, Canada has relied on (depended on; used) a system of health care that is government-run (managed by the government) and free to all Canadians. Private for-profit (trying to make money) health care is only allowed in very few circumstances (situations). When it comes to health care, money will not buy better doctors or a better hospital. Everyone uses the same services.

Canada's health care system is generous (giving a lot to help people), effective, and most believe equitable (fair for everyone). However, the system is not without its critics (people who say something is wrong). The cost to the government is, of course, huge, and this cost is funded (paid for) by the Canadian people in the form of taxes (money people pay to the government). While few have argued against (said they do not support) the health system itself, arguments against the tax rates required (needed) to support the system are not uncommon (not rare).

The main criticism (negative opinion) of the system, however, is not its cost but its exclusivity (only allowing one choice or group). In almost all cases, the only health care services available are government services. Why can't individuals (people) who can afford (have enough money to pay for) health services go to private clinics? If this were allowed, not only would they get faster, more efficient (working well without wasting time) service, but they would remove themselves from (leave; stop using) the government system. Everybody would benefit from (get help from) shorter wait times.

Canada is one of the few industrialized countries (countries with many businesses and modern systems) to effectively ban (not allow) private medical treatment (medical care for illness or injury). Most countries in Europe and Asia support mixed systems (systems with both public and private choices) where individuals can choose between public and private options. Many in Canada are opposed to (against) a mixed system in which wealthy (rich) citizens receive different and perhaps better health care.

The fear (worry) is that once the wealthy leave the public system, they will be even less motivated (wanting to do something) to pay the taxes required to maintain (keep going) the public health care system. Moreover, there is a moral issue (question about right and wrong) at stake. Is it right that some people in society receive better health care than others?

Those who support a mixed system also say they see a moral issue. In a free country such as Canada, people should have the right to choose where they go for their health care. Compromised solutions (middle-choice answers where both sides give up something) have also been suggested. Perhaps private practices could be allowed for screening (checking for a health problem) but not for treatment. People could have private medical tests, X-rays, or ultrasounds (medical pictures made with sound waves), but they would have to get treatment in the public system.

The debate (serious discussion with different opinions) will continue for years to come. However, there is little evidence (information showing something is true) that the health system will change in the near future. Canadians are proud of their health system, and change to that system is likely to be slow in coming.

Answer key was not included in the available CELPIP listening source files.

A) Canada cannot afford the current health-care system.
B) health care generates a heavy tax burden.
C) the government should privatize all health services.
D) the government needs to improve the training of doctors.