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Duolingo English Test Interactive Listening Practice #6 — Medium Level

Free DET (Duolingo English Test) Interactive Listening practice #6 — Medium level. Just DET Listening questions, no grading — solve it yourself and check the answer or model response.

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Conversation 1

Two city residents, Angela and Marcus, are attending a town hall meeting about a proposed luxury condominium development in their neighborhood.

AngelaI'm not sure how I feel about this development. On one hand, the area really needs investment. But on the other, I'm worried about what it will do to rents nearby.
MarcusI know what you mean. The last time they built something like this two blocks over, three local shops closed within a year because they couldn't afford the increased rents.
AngelaExactly. And it's not just the shops — a lot of families who have lived here for decades are already being priced out of the neighborhood.
MarcusMaybe we should ask the developer tonight about whether they're going to include any affordable units in the plan. Some cities require a percentage to be set aside.
AngelaThat's a good idea. I'd also like to know what their plan is for the community park that's currently on that site.
Q1 · Interactive Listening
What do Angela and Marcus agree they should ask the developer about?
  1. A. The architectural design of the new building.
  2. B. The timeline for completing the project.
  3. C. Whether the development will include affordable housing units.
  4. D. Whether the developer has experience in urban construction.
Show Answer
Correct: Whether the development will include affordable housing units.
Conversation 2

Two commuters, David and Priya, are talking while waiting for a delayed train at a busy station.

DavidThis is the third time this week the train has been delayed. Something really needs to change.
PriyaI completely agree. The city keeps talking about investing in infrastructure, but it doesn't seem like much is actually happening.
DavidHonestly, I've been thinking about cycling to work. At least then I'm not dependent on the schedule.
PriyaI thought about that too, but the cycling lanes on my route aren't safe — there are too many intersections with no protection.
DavidThat's a fair point. The city really needs to improve both the rail and the cycling network if it wants people to stop driving.
Q2 · Interactive Listening
Why is Priya hesitant about cycling to work?
  1. A. She does not own a bicycle.
  2. B. Cycling takes too long compared to the train.
  3. C. The cycling lanes on her route are not safe enough.
  4. D. She prefers to use a bus instead of cycling.
Show Answer
Correct: The cycling lanes on her route are not safe enough.
Conversation 3

A journalist is interviewing a researcher named Dr. Chen about urban farming in cities.

JournalistDr. Chen, urban farming has been getting a lot of attention recently. What exactly are the benefits for city residents?
Dr. ChenUrban farming has multiple benefits. It provides fresh, locally grown produce to residents who may not have easy access to grocery stores. It also reduces the carbon footprint associated with transporting food over long distances.
JournalistThat's interesting. Are there any downsides or challenges to urban farming?
Dr. ChenDefinitely. Urban land is expensive, so not all cities can dedicate large areas to it. Also, soil quality in cities can be poor or contaminated, which requires significant investment to remediate.
JournalistDo you think urban farming will become a mainstream part of city food supply in the future?
Q3 · Interactive Listening
According to Dr. Chen, what is one challenge of urban farming?
  1. A. Urban residents do not know how to grow food.
  2. B. Urban land is expensive and soil quality can be poor.
  3. C. There is no demand for locally grown food in cities.
  4. D. Governments refuse to support urban farming initiatives.
Show Answer
Correct: Urban land is expensive and soil quality can be poor.

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