[ Quiz Script | Text Completion Quiz ]

A Great Car Deal
 I. Pre-Listening Exercises
II. Listening Exercises
III. Post-Listening Exercises

Level: Topic: Type: Speakers: Length:
difficult used cars conversation man - woman 02:08

I. Pre-Listening Exercises [Top]
What points should you consider when looking for a used car? Rank these points in order of importance and discuss them. Do you have any reservations about buying a secondhand car (used car)?

HELPFUL TIP: Consider taking a used car to an independent mechanic for a complete check before you buy it. You can discover potential problems before you buy it. cash
II. Listening Exercises [Top]
1. Listen to the conversation by pressing the "Play" button and answer the questions. Press the "Final Score" button to check your quiz.

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1. How old is the minivan the woman is looking at?
A. three years old
B. five years old
C. seven years old

2. What is the vehicle's mileage?
A. 55,000 miles
B. 65,000 miles
C. 75,000 miles

3. What is the problem with the minivan's door?
A. It has several scratches in it.
B. It will not open properly.
C. It is missing the door handle.

4. What is one thing the extended warranty would NOT cover on the vehicle according to the conversation?
A. a faulty oil pump
B. a malfunctioning gage
C. a worn out brake drum

5. If the manager lowered the price as the salesman suggests, what would the final price be?
A. $15,475
B. $15,575
C. $15,675

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2. Listen to the conversation again as you read the Quiz Script.

3. Do the Text Completion Quiz.

III. Post-Listening Exercises [Top]
Using search engines, find a review for a particular car you would like to buy. Identify the strengths and weaknesses of the make and model. Discuss your findings with another student.

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IDIOMS!
"lemon" = a car that doesn't work right or is defective

"The used car she bought turned out to be a real lemon."

"a steal" = something that is very cheap

"I bought the car because it was a real steal, and I knew I wouldn't be able to find the same deal anywhere else."