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5500291 Spoken English for Fine and Applied Art Profession

LISTENING TEST

PART I: A Self-introduction
Instructions: Listen to a self-introduction of artists A and B and then answer the following
questions 1-10. (10 points)

Artist A

1. What is the nationality of the speaker?

a. American b. Italian c. English d. French
2. Which of the following is a significant early musical experience in his life?
a. Going to watch musical performances with his family
b. Dreaming to become a great conductor
c. Having a private lesson with a famous musician
d. Meeting with a piano expert in Rome
1. Which of the following can be regarded as the speaker’s greatest success in music?
a. Being interviewed for a featured story by Reader’s Digest.
b. Studying at The Giuseppe Verdi Conservatory of Music.
c. Being nominated for the Italian Music Awards in 2016.
d. Working as at a world-class ballet theater.

1. Alexo’s next ambitious goal is to conduct in different Asian countries, EXCEPT…

a. South Korea b. Japan c. Taiwan d. Singapore

1. Which of the following statements is NOT TRUE about the artist?

a. He is also a freelance song writer.
b. He received a national award because of his songs.
c. His favorite subject was Music Theory.
d. He was trained by a capable violinist in his childhood.

Artist B

6. What was the speaker’s childhood like?

a. She practiced dancing daily on stages when she was young.
b. She let the gift lead her into dance during childhood.
c. She watched ballet performances on TV to imitate and practice movements.
d. She consulted her family to find more passion during her childhood.
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7. What is TRUE about the speaker during her years of study?

a. She developed her passion toward an alternative form of dance.
b. She reconsidered her life goals to become a dance teacher.
c. She received awards in a variety of competitions.
d. She changed from fixed routines to free dance moves for creativity.

8. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as the speaker’s work?

a. Dance teacher b. Stage performer
c. Choreographer d. Costume designer

9. What message does the speaker want to convey to her audience?

a. She wants her audience to become passionate in ballet dancing.
b. She wants her audience to develop positive attitudes about change.
c. She wants her audience to have a highly broadened vision in dance.
d. She wants her audience to have a wonderful and memorable experience.

10. Which of the following did NOT contribute to the speaker’s dream career?
a. Her childhood experience b. Her dance coach at school
c. Her chance to perform to elites d. Her winning in competitions

PART II: An Artist’s Interview

Instructions: Listen to two interviews. Then read the following statements 11-20. Choose
“TRUE” if the statement is correct, or choose “FALSE” if the statement is
wrong. (10 points)

Interview 1 True False

11. David is a dancer, choreographer and producer.  

12. David became interested in choreography after he graduated.  
13. David trains seven days a week.  
14. David likes watching shows in Las Vegas.  
15. You can find tickets for David’s show on his website now.  

Interview 2

16. Jack is a graphic designer.  

17. Jack’s work involves meeting and sharing ideas with clients.  
18. The most important skill for his job is time keeping.  
19. Jack was inspired by his classmates.  
20. Jack does not want to leave London.  
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PART III: Types of Arts

Instructions: Listen to ten short descriptions about arts. Then identify the type of art that
each description mainly involves. Choose your answers from the words given.
(10 points)

Visual Arts and Creative Arts

a. graphic design b. photography c. painting d. illustration e. bust

f. printmaking g. animation h. sculpture i. abstract art j. web design

Description 1
21. What type of art does the description mainly involve? __________________
Description 2
22. What type of art does the description mainly involve? __________________
Description 3
23. What type of art does the description mainly involve? __________________
Description 4
24. What type of art does the description mainly involve? __________________
Description 5
25. What type of art does the description mainly involve? __________________

Music and Dance

a. folk songs b. cover dance c. tango d. ballet e. social dance

f. a cappella music g. tap dance h. gospel i. Chinese opera j. instrumental music

Description 6
26. What type of art does the description mainly involve? __________________
Description 7
27. What type of art does the description mainly involve? __________________
Description 8
28. What type of art does the description mainly involve? __________________
Description 9
29. What type of art does the description mainly involve? __________________
Description 10
30. What type of art does the description mainly involve? __________________
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PART IV: Arts Description

Instructions: Listen to Descriptions 1 and 2. Then answer the following questions 31-40. (10
points)

Description 1

31. What is the style of this sculpture?

a. Impressionistic b. Cubist c. Romantic d. Neoclassical

32. Which detail is NOT mentioned in this description?

a. Work title b. Size c. Color d. Composition

33. Which detail is NOT reflected as Greek influence in the sculpture?

a. Passionate concept b. A dynamic composition
c. The positioning of the figures d. The ideal flawless body structure

34. What is TRUE about the sculpture?

a. It was perfectly sculpted in 1800.
b. It was a part of “The Gates of Hell” project.
c. It was created by Auguste Rodin and Camille Claudel.
d. It depicts two figures in Greek dresses sitting together.

35. According to the speaker, what could be the message of the sculpture?
a. True love b. Greek gods
c. Male’s dominant role d. Impressive moment of a couple

Description 2

36. Which instrument was mentioned in the first song?

a. Trombone b. Saxophone c. Trumpet d. Guitar

37. How many songs were played in this performance?

a. Two b. Three c. Four d. Five

38. What is NOT true about the performance?

a. The band consisted of many types of instruments.
b. The rhythm of the third song signaled the image of a thunderstorm.
c. David Sporny was the owner of the American Jazz Orchestra band.
d. “Still Crazy after All This Year” was played with trumpets and clarinet.

39. Which detail is NOT mentioned in the description?

a. Inspiration b. Genre c. Rhythm d. Melody
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40. What is TRUE about the last song?

a. It was played by a young female musician.
b. It started with upbeat melody in the background.
c. It was accompanied by the sounds of saxophone and piano.
d. It made the listener have a remarkable memory for the rest of his life.

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