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 listen toan 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 is Michael’s attitude to the way people choose colleges in America?

He believes it is ineffective unless the chosen college provides high quality education.
He is critical of people prioritising their college status over their purpose of attending it.
He is unsure that everyone should receive a college education for a successful career.

3. What is implied about students in the "help me extend myself" job?

They lack clear direction in their academic goals.
They prioritize job security over intellectual curiosity.
They are generally content but seek personal growth.

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

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.
Colleges provide support for students who are looking to advance in their current careers.

Atsauce:

https://www.visc.gov.lv. Centralizētais eksāmens par vispārējās vidējās izglītības apguvi angļu valoda (augstākais mācību satura apguves līmenis), 2023

9. Listening Task 2.2. Choosing a college

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