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Duolingo English Test Listening Cloze Practice #3 — Intermediate Level

Free DET (Duolingo English Test) Listening Cloze practice #3 — Intermediate level. Just DET Listening questions, no grading — solve it yourself and check the answer or model response.

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Listening Cloze
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Some of the world's most popular tourist _____ have become famous for very different reasons. Paris attracts millions of _____ each year because of its iconic landmarks, world-class museums, and romantic atmosphere. Tokyo is celebrated for its unique blend of traditional Japanese culture and cutting-edge modern _____. Meanwhile, destinations like Iceland and New Zealand draw visitors who are looking for dramatic natural _____, including volcanoes, geysers, and fjords.

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1) destinations · 2) visitors · 3) technology · 4) landscapes
Q1 · Comprehension
Why does Paris attract millions of tourists each year, according to the talk?
  1. A. Because of its warm tropical weather
  2. B. Because of its iconic landmarks, world-class museums, and romantic atmosphere
  3. C. Because it has the best food in the world
  4. D. Because it offers dramatic natural landscapes
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Correct: Because of its iconic landmarks, world-class museums, and romantic atmosphere
Q2 · Comprehension
What does the talk say Tokyo is celebrated for?
  1. A. Its beautiful beaches and tropical climate
  2. B. Its ancient ruins and historical monuments
  3. C. Its unique blend of traditional culture and modern technology
  4. D. Its large international airport and shopping malls
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Correct: Its unique blend of traditional culture and modern technology
Q3 · Comprehension
What type of tourists do Iceland and New Zealand primarily attract?
  1. A. Tourists seeking nightlife and entertainment
  2. B. Tourists looking for dramatic natural landscapes
  3. C. Tourists interested in modern art and music
  4. D. Tourists who want luxury spa experiences
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Correct: Tourists looking for dramatic natural landscapes
Q4 · Comprehension
According to the talk, what do all popular tourist destinations have in common?
  1. A. They all have warm and sunny climates
  2. B. They all offer world-class shopping experiences
  3. C. They all offer an experience that is distinctive and deeply memorable
  4. D. They all attract more than ten million visitors per year
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Correct: They all offer an experience that is distinctive and deeply memorable
Q5 · Comprehension
What do experts say is the key to a successful tourist destination?
  1. A. Low prices and affordable accommodation
  2. B. Easy access via major international airports
  3. C. Authenticity — offering something genuinely unique
  4. D. A large number of luxury hotels and restaurants
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Correct: Authenticity — offering something genuinely unique
Summary
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The talk describes why certain destinations are popular with tourists, highlighting Paris for its culture and atmosphere, Tokyo for its blend of tradition and technology, and Iceland and New Zealand for their natural landscapes. The key to any successful tourist destination, experts say, is authenticity and the ability to offer visitors a truly unique experience.

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