Listening Task 2.2. Choosing a college — uzdevums. Eksāmens angļu valodā, Angļu valoda II (Augstākais līmenis).

The second part of the Listening Task 2
You will hearan interview with an author (Michael) who published a book on choosing a college. For each question (1-4), choose one correct answer based on what you hear in the interview.
You can stop listening at any time or listen again several times.

Choosing a college

1. What is the purpose of using the jobs-to-be-done framework, as described by Michael?

To determine the most cost-effective colleges for students to attend.
To understand the various outcomes students expect from their college experience.
To identify the academic programs that most effectively prepare students for careers.

2. What aspect of college decision-making does Michael criticize?

The overemphasis on standardized test scores in admissions.
The prioritisation of college prestige over individual needs.
The increasing cost of higher education.

3. According to Michael, who is more likely to drop out of college?

Students who realise they will not be able to pay off their college fees quickly.
Students who do not understand how they could succeed in their chosen field.
Students who have not considered their real motivation for going to college.

4. What does Michael mean by the phrase "help me step it up" when describing one of the jobs colleges do?

Colleges provide support for students who are looking to advance in their current careers.
Colleges serve as a place for students who recognize they need a significant change in their lives.
Colleges offer resources to help students escape from an unsatisfactory situation.

Atsauce:

https://www.viaa.gov.lv. Centralizētais eksāmens par vispārējās vidējās izglītības apguvi angļu valoda (augstākais mācību satura apguves līmenis), 2024

9. Listening Task 2.2. Choosing a college

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