Question

You will listen to four people sharing their thoughts on why they enjoy witty characters in stories. As you listen, match statements 1–6 given below to the speakers (i)–(iv). There are two statements you do not need.

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Statements	Speaker No.
1. Witty characters prove that cleverness is as powerful as strength.
2. Witty characters show us ways to make learning enjoyable.
3. Witty characters in a story keep the reader involved.
4. Witty characters teach me that tricky situations can be managed calmly.
5. Witty characters add excitement to a story by their extraordinary deeds.
6. Witty characters can deactivate tense situations with their cleverness.

Answer 1

Statements	Speaker No.
1. Witty characters prove that cleverness is as powerful as strength.	(ii)
2. Witty characters show us ways to make learning enjoyable.	(iv)
3. Witty characters in a story keep the reader involved.	(iv)
4. Witty characters teach me that tricky situations can be managed calmly.	(iii)
5. Witty characters add excitement to a story by their extraordinary deeds.	(ii)
6. Witty characters can deactivate tense situations with their cleverness.	(i)