Two young people have met at a get-together for foreign students at the University of Paris. You will hear their conversation three times. The first time, simply listen and try to get the gist of what you hear. The second time, answer the following questions in English. The third time, check your answers.

1. How many languages does the woman speak?

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2. What is the nationality of the woman?

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3. What does the woman do?

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4. Does the woman live alone?

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5. What does the man think of French?

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What will be an ideal response?


1. two
2. Canadian
3. she is a student
4. no
5. it’s difficult (but he likes it)

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