Explore listening: A conversation about satnav Nowadays most people rely on satellite navigation (satnav) systems when driving in an area that they do not know. Usually they are a great help, but sometimes things can go terribly wrong. Have you had any bad or funny experiences? You are going to listen to a conversation between Matt and Selma about satellite navigation systems. First you will have 45 seconds to study the task below, then you will hear the recording twice. While listening, choose the correct answer (A, B, C or D) for questions 1–6. Put a cross ( ) in the correct box. The first one (0) has been done for you. After the second listening you will have 45 seconds to check your answers. 31 32 b2m8jw 10 0 The wedding of Selma’s cousin took place A in a church. B at Selma’s home. C in an elegant hotel. in the countryside. 1 Why did many guests at the party get lost? A They had to pick up a cake. B They didn’t have any directions. C They used satnav systems, which gave the wrong directions. D They were not from the local area. 2 In what way does Matt say satnav has changed his work life? A He can see more clients in one day. B He can arrive on time to see clients. C He no longer has to work long hours. D He has to cancel appointments with clients. 3 What do Matt and Selma have in common? A They don’t like driving alone. B They can’t map-read. C They both get lost when they’re driving. D They are very good with maps. D 4 What does Selma’s father believe about online encyclopedias? A It’s good for people to work things out themselves. B Only lazy people use online encyclopedias. C People will forget how to look things up. D It’s difficult not to use your phone. 5 What do Matt and Selma agree satnav is good for? A travelling on holiday B travelling for work C all journeys D learning the local area 6 According to Selma, what effect does technology have on people? A They expect things to happen faster. B They are more efficient now. C They are less careful now. D They are never on time. Explore speaking: Clarifying things Listen to three conversations Eric has on the same day. Who is he talking to in each conversation? A a friend B the teacher C a stranger Listen again. What’s each conversation about? Read conversations 1–3 on the next page to check. a Listening 33 be27ux 11 b c 27 Language skills Extras Explore 2 Good communication? Nur zu Prüfzwecken – Eigentum des Verlags öbv
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