Question

You will listen to a conversation between a father and daughter about lesser-known Indian inventions. As you listen, mark the four true statements from (1)–(6) given below. (Transcript for teacher on page 250)

1. The father is surprised by the fact that India was involved in the invention of radio broadcasting and fibre optics.
2. The daughter appears indifferent when learning the origins of the USB port.
3. The father shows little interest in the information about the origin of snakes and ladders.
4. The father was simply confirming all the facts shared by the daughter.
5. The daughter expresses pride and admiration for India’s role in global inventions.
6. The daughter is excited as she shares new discoveries about India’s contributions with her father.

Answer 1

1. The father is surprised by the fact that India was involved in the invention of radio broadcasting and fibre optics.	True
2. The daughter appears indifferent when learning the origins of the USB port.	False
3. The father shows little interest in the information about the origin of snakes and ladders.	False
4. The father was simply confirming all the facts shared by the daughter.	True
5. The daughter expresses pride and admiration for India’s role in global inventions.	True
6. The daughter is excited as she shares new discoveries about India’s contributions with her father.	True