A Trip to Vanuatu - Unit 9
C1 Advanced · Listening Multiple Choice Interview · Ready for C1 Advanced 4th Edition Workbook, Macmillan Education
You will hear an interview with a British woman called Jenny Parker, who recently travelled to the country of Vanuatu, a group of islands in the South Pacific, as part of her gap year. For questions 1–6, choose the answer (A, B, C or D) which fits best according to what you hear.
An interview with a British traveller called Jenny Parker about her gap-year trip to the South Pacific country of Vanuatu.
Jenny decided to go to Vanuatu because she wanted to
travel in an inexpensive country.
experience something totally new.
visit someone she had met travelling.
escape from work she found dull.
What was Jenny's first reaction to the capital, Port Vila?
The friendliness of the people surprised her.
She was relieved by the pleasant climate.
The range of food available was limited.
She was impressed by the contrasting sights.
What did Jenny find unexpected about Tanna Island?
the condition of the island's roads
the difficulties of climbing the volcano
the importance of magic to the islanders
the volcanic eruptions visible at nighttime
Jenny describes her experience at the 'Nakamal' in order to
correct a misconception about traditional cultures.
highlight an aspect of the culture she found challenging.
compare Vanuatu's culture to other neighbouring countries.
illustrate the cultural diversity of the country.
When Jenny talks about staying at Million Dollar Point, she is
critical of the way equipment had been wasted.
worried the site has been degraded over time.
concerned about future damage to the environment.
disappointed by the attitudes shown by other divers.
What point does Jenny make about the local pidgin English, 'Bislama'?
It's difficult for an outsider to learn.
It's an entertaining insight into the islands.
Its origins are not clearly understood.
The people are pleased if visitors can speak it.
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