Celpip Listening Mock Test - 24 | Celpip Listening Test Practice With Answers - 2026

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Overview

This video presents a series of practice scenarios for the CELPIP Listening test, covering various conversational and informational contexts. It includes dialogues about hotel check-in issues, community event planning, marine biology research, a controversial infrastructure project, post-athletic career challenges, and a discussion on planned obsolescence. Each section is followed by practice questions designed to test comprehension of details, implications, and speaker intent, simulating the actual exam experience and providing learners with opportunities to improve their listening and critical thinking skills.

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Chapters

A guest, Marcus Thorne, arrives at a hotel with a reservation for a deluxe king suite but is initially assigned a standard twin room due to a system glitch.
The hotel is nearly full because of a downtown film festival, limiting immediate options for a king suite.
The hotel offers a junior executive suite as an alternative, which is available but not yet cleaned and lacks the requested city view.
Another option is to stay in the twin room at a discount and move to the correct suite the next day, which Marcus finds inconvenient.
A compromise is reached: Marcus waits for the junior suite, receiving complimentary breakfast, waived resort fees, and a late checkout, along with drinks at the lounge while waiting.

This scenario tests the ability to understand problem-solving in a customer service context, identify compromises, and track the details of an agreement.

Marcus Thorne specifically booked a king suite with a city view for his anniversary but was initially given a standard twin room.

Neighbors propose setting up a temporary obstacle course in a vacant lot because the school playground is closed.
They plan to use household items like traffic cones, hula hoops, and pool noodles to create the course.
Safety concerns are raised, leading to a decision to limit the course to Saturday mornings and inform drivers with a sign.
The group decides against a competitive format to ensure younger children can also enjoy the activity.
The plan involves using chalk for directions and asking neighbors for additional supplies like yoga mats or cardboard boxes.

This chapter focuses on understanding collaborative problem-solving and planning within a community, highlighting negotiation and practical considerations.

Using old traffic cones for a running section and pool noodles to create low hurdles or a crawl-through tunnel.

A marine biology student learns about a coastal migration project using an acoustic telemetry network to track salmon and trout.
The system uses underwater receivers to detect signals from tagged fish, replacing older physical recapture methods.
Data is not real-time; receivers store information that must be manually downloaded every three months.
Project findings influence government decisions on fishing quotas, as seen by a previous year's data leading to a shortened fishing season.
Student involvement requires an animal care ethics certification and early morning field sessions, with sessions dependent on weather conditions.

This section assesses comprehension of scientific research methods, data collection limitations, and the impact of research findings on policy and resource management.

The institute transitioned from 'spaghetti tags' requiring recapture to an acoustic telemetry network with 35 underwater receivers.

A controversial proposal to build a four-lane bridge over the Silver Creek Wetlands is debated at City Hall.
Proponents cite the need to reduce severe traffic congestion and stimulate economic growth.
Environmental groups oppose the project, warning of disruption to endangered bird species and increased flood risk due to wetland damage.
Local businesses are divided, with some anticipating more customers and others fearing damage to the area's natural appeal for eco-tourism.
The city council has postponed a vote pending an independent impact study, while a 'save the Silver Creek' campaign has begun.

This scenario tests the ability to identify opposing viewpoints on a complex issue, understand the arguments presented by different stakeholders, and grasp the implications of infrastructure projects.

Environmentalists warn that construction noise and shadows could disrupt migratory bird patterns and that damaging the wetlands could increase flash flooding.

Elite athletes often experience post-competition depression due to a loss of identity, structure, and purpose after retiring or finishing a major event.
This 'crash' is described as a feeling of falling off a cliff, with a deafening silence replacing the intense focus on training.
The phenomenon involves both neurochemical changes (dopamine withdrawal) and existential crises (loss of self-worth and routine).
Sports psychologists advocate for athletes to diversify their interests during their careers to ease the transition.
Openly discussing these challenges, as Maya does, is crucial for breaking the stigma surrounding mental health in sports.

This chapter explores the psychological impact of transitioning out of elite sports, emphasizing the importance of mental health support and identity development.

An athlete feels like a 'world-class athlete who couldn't figure out how to fill an afternoon,' experiencing guilt for being sad despite their success.

Planned obsolescence, the practice of designing products with a limited lifespan, is debated for its ethical and environmental implications.
Critics argue it's a predatory model forcing consumers into frequent replacements, leading to significant electronic waste.
Proponents of regulation advocate for 'right to repair' laws and durability standards to reduce waste and save consumers money.
Industry representatives argue that shorter product cycles drive innovation, integrate new technologies faster, and boost economic growth.
They also suggest that hardware can become functionally obsolete due to rapid technological advancements, regardless of physical durability.

This discussion highlights a conflict between economic growth models and environmental sustainability, focusing on consumer rights and manufacturer responsibility.

Designing products with fragile components or software that intentionally slows down older hardware to encourage new purchases.

Key takeaways

1Effective listening involves understanding not just explicit statements but also implied meanings, speaker intent, and the context of the conversation.
2Problem-solving in service industries often involves offering alternative solutions and compromises to satisfy customer needs.
3Community initiatives require collaboration, addressing safety concerns, and considering the needs of all participants.
4Scientific research plays a critical role in informing policy decisions, particularly in areas like environmental conservation and resource management.
5The transition from a structured, high-performance career like elite sports can lead to significant psychological challenges that require support and proactive coping strategies.
6The debate around planned obsolescence highlights the tension between economic drivers of innovation and the need for environmental sustainability.
7Understanding different perspectives on complex issues, like infrastructure development or product design, is key to critical analysis.
8Identifying the core problem and evaluating proposed solutions are essential skills tested in listening comprehension.

Key terms

ReservationSystem glitchCompromiseObstacle courseAcoustic telemetryEscapement targetsEnvironmental impact studyPost-competition depressionPlanned obsolescenceRight to repair

Test your understanding

1What strategies did the hotel manager use to resolve Marcus Thorne's reservation issue?
2How did the community members plan to ensure the safety of the children participating in the obstacle course?
3What are the limitations of the acoustic telemetry system used in the marine biology project?
4What are the main arguments presented by both proponents and opponents of the Skyway Link project?
5According to the sports psychologist, what are the key factors contributing to post-competition depression in elite athletes?
6How does the concept of planned obsolescence create a conflict between manufacturers and consumers?
7What is the primary goal of the coastal migration project, and how do its findings affect commercial fishing?
8Why did the city council delay the vote on the Skyway Link project?