TCF Canada Listening Practice — Level A2
4 TCF Canada Listening questions at level A2. Choose an answer to see whether you were right, why, and what makes each of the other options wrong.
- What you get at this level
- Short messages, announcements, simple conversations
- What is tested
- Picking out the main point and concrete details
In the real test, A2 questions are worth 9 points each out of 699.
Listen, then choose
Écoutez le document sonore et la question. Choisissez la bonne réponse.
Choose an answer to see the explanation.
The correct answer is D because the speaker explains that decisions regarding pandas are made at the highest level of government. The audio states there is a 'niveau diplomatique très haut' (very high diplomatic level) and, more specifically, that 'Le président doit lui-même donner son accord pour que les pandas puissent sortir de Chine' (The president himself must give his approval for the pandas to be able to leave China). This direct presidential involvement, along with the pandas being described as the 'trésor national chinois' (Chinese national treasure), clearly indicates they are protected by the State.
Le président doit lui-même donner son accord pour que les pandas puissent sortir de Chine, parce que pour eux, c'est un animal extrêmement important.
The president himself must give his agreement for the pandas to be able to leave China, because for them, it is an extremely important animal.
The audio explicitly states that pandas involve a 'very high diplomatic level' and that the President himself must give consent for them to leave China. It refers to the panda as a 'national treasure' (trésor national). This level of government involvement and the requirement for presidential approval confirms that the state actively manages and protects them. The other options regarding cost, health, or diet are not discussed in the transcript.
- A
They are expensive for the country.
This option claims the pandas are expensive, but the audio never mentions their financial cost. The speaker focuses on their symbolic and diplomatic value, stating that decisions about them are made at a "niveau diplomatique très haut" (very high diplomatic level) and that they are a "trésor national chinois" (Chinese national treasure), not that "Ils coûtent cher au pays" (They are expensive for the country).
- B
They have fragile health.
The audio does not contain any information about the pandas' health. The speaker's entire explanation revolves around their status as a national symbol, requiring the president's personal approval for them to leave China because they are an "animal extrêmement important" (extremely important animal). The idea that "Ils ont une santé fragile" (They have fragile health) is not mentioned at all.
- C
They are difficult to feed.
This option is not supported by the audio, which makes no reference to the pandas' diet or any difficulties in feeding them. The speaker's points are about their political and cultural significance, calling them a "trésor national chinois" (Chinese national treasure). The claim that "Ils sont difficiles à nourrir" (They are difficult to feed) is completely absent from the provided text.
- D
They are protected by the state.
The correct answer is D because the speaker explains that decisions regarding pandas are made at the highest level of government. The audio states there is a 'niveau diplomatique très haut' (very high diplomatic level) and, more specifically, that 'Le président doit lui-même donner son accord pour que les pandas puissent sortir de Chine' (The president himself must give his approval for the pandas to be able to leave China). This direct presidential involvement, along with the pandas being described as the 'trésor national chinois' (Chinese national treasure), clearly indicates they are protected by the State.
Pour les pandas, il y a un niveau diplomatique très haut, ça veut dire que ce sont les présidents de la réfugié qui décident de l'arrivée des pandas. En fait, c'est parce qu'en Chine, le panda est un animal bénévé par la population et par les Chinois. C'est le trésor national chinois. Le président doit lui-même donner son accord pour que les pandas puissent sortir de Chine, parce que pour eux, c'est un animal extrêmement important. Que dit-on des pandas chinois dans ce reportage.
For pandas, there is a very high diplomatic level, which means that it is the top authorities who decide on the arrival of pandas. In fact, this is because in China, the panda is a beloved animal by the people and the Chinese. It is China's national treasure. The president himself must give his approval for pandas to leave China, because for them, it is an extremely important animal. What does this report say about Chinese pandas?
- diplomatique
- diplomatic
- trésor national
- national treasure
- accord
- agreement/consent
- bénévé
- venerated (likely typo for 'vénéré')
Listen, then choose
Écoutez l’extrait sonore et les 4 propositions. Choisissez la bonne réponse.
Choose an answer to see the explanation.
The conversation centers on the sweater being a birthday gift from the speaker's sister, making 'a received gift' (option D) the correct answer.
Non, c'est un cadeau de ma sœur pour mon anniversaire.
No, it's a gift from my sister for my birthday.
The conversation focuses on a new sweater that was received as a birthday gift from the speaker's sister. Option A mentions a birthday but emphasizes celebrating, not a gift. Option B about future vacations is not discussed. Option C about buying clothes contradicts the text since the sweater was given, not purchased. Option D correctly captures the main topic: a received gift.
- A
About a birthday to celebrate.
Although the word 'anniversaire' (birthday) is mentioned, the speakers are not discussing 'un anniversaire à fêter' (a birthday to celebrate). Instead, the second speaker uses 'mon anniversaire' (my birthday) as context to explain that the sweater was 'un cadeau' (a gift) already received.
- B
About future holidays.
The conversation does not concern 'futures vacances' (future holidays). The speaker asks 'Tu l'as acheté pendant les vacances ?' (Did you buy it during the holidays?), which refers to a past period of time rather than upcoming plans.
- C
About clothes to buy.
The speakers are not discussing 'vêtements à acheter' (clothes to buy). They are talking about a 'nouveau pull' (new sweater) that is already being worn, which is described as 'très beau' (very beautiful) and 'très chaud' (very warm).
- D
About a gift received.
The conversation begins with a compliment on a 'nouveau pull' (new sweater). When asked if it was purchased during the holidays, the speaker clarifies that 'c'est un cadeau de ma sœur' (it's a gift from my sister) for their 'anniversaire' (birthday). Since the dialogue centers on an item that was given to the speaker, they are discussing a 'cadeau reçu' (received gift), which corresponds to option D.
J'adore ton nouveau pull. Il est très beau. Merci. En plus, il est très chaud. Tu l'as acheté pendant les vacances? Non, c'est un cadeau de ma sœur pour mon anniversaire. De quoi parlent ces personnes?
I love your new sweater. It's very beautiful. Thank you. Plus, it's very warm. Did you buy it during the holidays? No, it's a gift from my sister for my birthday. What are these people talking about?
- pull
- sweater/jumper
- cadeau
- gift
- anniversaire
- birthday/anniversary
- reçu
- received (past participle of recevoir)
Listen, then choose
Écoutez l’extrait sonore et les 4 propositions. Choisissez la bonne réponse.
The four options are read in the recording.
Choose an answer to see the explanation.
The speaker asks, "Tu es encore loin ?" (Are you still far?), which is a question about the listener's proximity and expected arrival time. The most logical and direct response is option C, "J'arrive bientôt." (I'm arriving soon.), as it directly addresses the speaker's question and reassures them that the wait will not be long. The other options are irrelevant to the question of distance or immediate arrival.
Je t'attends à la sortie du métro. Tu es encore loin ?
Are you still far?
The audio establishes a specific context: the speaker is currently waiting ('Je t'attends') at a subway exit and asks a direct question about proximity: 'Tu es encore loin ?' (Are you still far?). 1. The question demands a response regarding the listener's location or estimated arrival time. 2. Option A discusses a general time ('later') but does not address the current waiting situation. 3. Option B states the time ('It is 3 PM'), which answers 'What time is it?', not 'Are you far?'. 4. Option C ('I'm arriving soon') directly addresses the speaker's question and the urgency of the situation (someone is waiting). 5. Option D postpones the meeting to tomorrow, which makes no sense when the person is already waiting there.
- A
This option, "C'est plus tard" (It's later), is illogical because the speaker in the audio says, "Je t'attends à la sortie du métro" (I'm waiting for you at the metro exit). This indicates the meeting is happening now, not at a later time. The response contradicts the situation described.
- B
The speaker asks, "Tu es encore loin ?" (Are you still far?), which is a question about Julien's location and proximity. The response "Il est quinze heures" (It's 3 PM) merely states the time and does not provide an answer to the question asked.
- C
The speaker asks, "Tu es encore loin ?" (Are you still far?), which is a question about the listener's proximity and expected arrival time. The most logical and direct response is option C, "J'arrive bientôt." (I'm arriving soon.), as it directly addresses the speaker's question and reassures them that the wait will not be long. The other options are irrelevant to the question of distance or immediate arrival.
- D
The response "On se voit demain" (We'll see each other tomorrow) suggests cancelling the current meeting and rescheduling. This is not a logical answer to the question "Tu es encore loin ?" (Are you still far?), especially since the speaker is already waiting for Julien, as stated in "Je t'attends à la sortie du métro" (I'm waiting for you at the metro exit).
Allô, Julien ? Je t'attends à la sortie du métro. Tu es encore loin ? A. C'est plus tard. B. Il est quinze heures. C. J'arrive bientôt. D. On se voit demain.
Hello, Julien? I'm waiting for you at the metro exit. Are you still far? A. It's later. B. It's three o'clock. C. I'll be there soon. D. We'll see each other tomorrow.
- sortie
- exit
- loin
- far
- bientôt
- soon
- attends
- wait for
Listen, then choose
Écoutez l’extrait sonore et les 4 propositions. Choisissez la bonne réponse.
The four options are read in the recording.
Choose an answer to see the explanation.
The question asked is 'Qu'est ce que tu fais dans la vie ?' (What do you do in life?), which is a standard way to ask about someone's profession or main activity. Option D, 'J'étudie l'anglais' (I study English), is the only logical response as it describes an occupation (being a student). The other options are incorrect because they answer different questions: 'J'aime le sport' (I like sports) describes a hobby, 'Je suis célibataire' (I am single) describes marital status, and 'Je vis au maroc' (I live in Morocco) describes a place of residence.
Qu'est-ce que tu fais dans la vie ?
What do you do for a living?
The audio asks the question 'Qu'est-ce que tu fais dans la vie ?', which is the standard French way to ask 'What do you do for a living?' or 'What is your occupation?'. 1. Analyze the Question: The speaker wants to know about the listener's job or student status. 2. Evaluate Option A: 'J'aime le sport' (I like sports) refers to a hobby, not an occupation. 3. Evaluate Option B: 'Je suis célibataire' (I am single) refers to marital status. 4. Evaluate Option C: 'Je vis au maroc' (I live in Morocco) refers to location. 5. Evaluate Option D: 'J'étudie l'anglais' (I study English) describes a main daily activity or student status, which answers the question correctly.
- A
The question in the audio is "Qu'est ce que tu fais dans la vie ?" (What do you do for a living?), which asks about a person's profession or main activity. Option A, "J'aime le sport." (I like sports.), describes a personal interest or hobby, not an occupation. It would be a suitable answer to a question like "Qu'est-ce que tu aimes ?" (What do you like?), but not the one asked.
- B
The question "Qu'est ce que tu fais dans la vie ?" (What do you do for a living?) is about a person's job or studies. Option B, "Je suis célibataire." (I am single.), provides information about marital status. This is an answer to a question about one's personal life, such as "Quelle est votre situation de famille ?" (What is your marital status?), not about their profession.
- C
The audio asks "Qu'est ce que tu fais dans la vie ?" (What do you do for a living?), inquiring about the person's occupation. Option C, "Je vis au maroc." (I live in Morocco.), states the person's place of residence. This answers the question "Où habitez-vous ?" (Where do you live?), not the question about their profession or main activity.
- D
The question asked is 'Qu'est ce que tu fais dans la vie ?' (What do you do in life?), which is a standard way to ask about someone's profession or main activity. Option D, 'J'étudie l'anglais' (I study English), is the only logical response as it describes an occupation (being a student). The other options are incorrect because they answer different questions: 'J'aime le sport' (I like sports) describes a hobby, 'Je suis célibataire' (I am single) describes marital status, and 'Je vis au maroc' (I live in Morocco) describes a place of residence.
Qu'est ce que tu fais dans la vie ? A. J'aime le sport. B. Je suis célibataire. C. Je vis au maroc. D. J'étudie l'anglais.
What do you do for a living? A. I like sports. B. I am single. C. I live in Morocco. D. I study English.
- qu'est-ce que
- what is it that
- tu fais
- you do
- dans la vie
- in life (for a living)
- célibataire
- single
- j'étudie
- I study