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Duolingo English Test Interactive Listening Practice #7 — Medium Level

Free DET (Duolingo English Test) Interactive Listening practice #7 — 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 coworkers, Sara and David, are talking in an office about the new project management software their company just introduced.

AHave you had a chance to try the new project management software yet?
BI did, actually. It took me a while to figure out, but I think it will save us a lot of time once we get used to it.
AReally? I was worried it might just add more steps to our workflow.
BI thought so too at first, but the task-tracking feature is really useful. You can see exactly what everyone is working on.
AThat does sound helpful. Maybe I'll set up a team training session so everyone can learn how to use it properly.
Q1 · Interactive Listening
What does the man think about the new software?
  1. A. It will eventually save time despite the initial learning curve
  2. B. It is too complicated to be useful for the team
  3. C. It should be replaced with a simpler tool
  4. D. It is not worth learning because it adds more steps
Show Answer
Correct: It will eventually save time despite the initial learning curve
Conversation 2

Two friends, Mia and Jake, are having a conversation about social media and its effects on their daily lives.

AI deleted the social media app from my phone last week. I feel so much less stressed now.
BReally? I can't imagine doing that. I use it to keep up with friends and get news updates.
AI get that, but I found I was spending hours on it without realizing. It was affecting my sleep too.
BI guess I should probably set some limits. Maybe I'll try using it only in the evenings.
AThat's a good balance. I might go back to it eventually, but with some rules about when I check it.
Q2 · Interactive Listening
Why did the woman delete the social media app?
  1. A. She was spending too much time on it and it was affecting her sleep
  2. B. She did not have any friends to follow online
  3. C. Her phone did not have enough storage space
  4. D. She received negative comments on her posts
Show Answer
Correct: She was spending too much time on it and it was affecting her sleep
Conversation 3

A student, Amy, is talking to her advisor, Professor Kim, about taking online courses next semester.

AI'm thinking about taking a couple of online courses next semester instead of coming to campus every day.
BThat can work well, but online learning requires a lot of self-discipline. Are you comfortable studying on your own?
AI think so. I've been using some online study platforms this summer and I really liked the flexibility.
BGood. Just make sure you stay on top of the deadlines and reach out if you have any questions.
ADefinitely. I'll make a weekly study schedule to keep myself organized.
Q3 · Interactive Listening
What concern does the professor raise about online learning?
  1. A. It requires strong self-discipline to manage study time independently
  2. B. The courses are not as difficult as in-person classes
  3. C. Students cannot interact with professors at all
  4. D. The online platforms are not reliable enough
Show Answer
Correct: It requires strong self-discipline to manage study time independently

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