Listening Short Test, Multiple Choice, Question Type, Section 2 - Part 2

Part 2: Singing in a choir

Part 2 – Singing in a choir

Questions 11-15
Which choir does each of the following statements apply to?

Write the correct letter, A, B or C, next to questions 11–15

A Mitchelstown Choir
B The Blackvale Male Voice Choir
C The Caroline Singers

Statements
11 They specialise in a particular type of music
12 They organise social events
13 They have recently won a competition
14 They have recently recorded their first CD
15 They participate in charity events

Questions 16-20
Choose the correct letter, A, B or C

16 Elizabeth Arnold thinks people join a choir at work because it gives them a chance to

A have a break from work.
B improve their singing.
C make business contacts.

17 How does a company benefit from setting up a choir?
A improved relationships between co-workers
B less sick leave taken by employees
C increased commitment to the company

18 How many members does the John White choir have?
A 5
B 12
C 19

19 When do the choir have their rehearsals?
A before work
B at lunch-time
C after work

20 How does the company support the choir
A by providing concert clothes
B by funding social events
C by paying for singing classes

 

 

Keys

Section 2
11. C
12. A
13. B
14. A
15. B
16. B
17. A
18. C
19. B
20. C

 

Transcript

Section 2: You will hear a radio program about singing in a choir.

…And for our regular spot on things to do in town, here’s our reporter, Samuel Cooper.

It’s been fun to write about joining some of our local choirs.
Thank you.

Well, feeling a bit apprehensive about my ability to sing in tune, I recently headed off for rehearsals at the town’s three biggest choirs.

Mitchell’s Town Choir, the Black Bell Male Voice Choir, and the Caroline Singers.

I received a very warm welcome at all three choirs.
They are always on the lookout for new and enthusiastic singers.

Now, obviously deciding which choir to join will depend to some extent on your taste in music.

Black Bell caters for most musical taste as it has a hugely varied repertoire as does Mitchell’s Town.

If you’re after a more classical feel, the Caroline S