What is the significance of specifying desired outcomes in a listening test?
a.It ensures that the test measures the desired language ability
b.It allows for the use of written text as a comparison
c.It enhances the complexity of testing global operations
d.It makes it easier to recognize the speaker’s attitude
What are the two main types of listening skills tested in a listening test?
a.Global and informational operations
b.Factual and interactional information
c.Diagnostic and lower-level skills
d.Gist and argument recognition
What is one of the disadvantages of using ‘multiple choice’ in extended listening tests?
a.Candidates can easily retain the alternatives
b.Alternatives are too complex
c.Candidates are not required to hold alternatives in their heads
d.Options are kept too short and simple.