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Speaker 1: You can choose between these two cars, the red Nissan and the black Kia. The Nissan is more expensive and faster than the Kia, which is good for long trips. The Kia is cheaper and slower, but better for driving in town because it's smaller than the Nissan, which means it's easier to park. I don't know which car is more comfortable, but the Kia has a better stereo and navigation system.
Speaker 2: I don't know which jeans to buy. The blue jeans are more comfortable and a little cheaper than the black ones. However, the black jeans look nicer. They're more stylish and seem warmer than the blue jeans, and the winters here are very cold. I don't know what to do. Which ones do you like better?
Speaker 3: I have two little brothers, Liam and Mike. Liam is older but a little shorter than Mike who is taller and stronger. However, Liam is more intelligent and hardworking. He loves reading and always gets much better grades at school. Mike loves sports. He's more active and is always happier than Liam.
Speaker 4: Which phone do you prefer? An iPhone or a Samsung? The iPhone is more expensive than the Samsung, but it's easier to use. The Samsung is cheaper and has a bigger screen, which is good for watching videos. Samsung phones use Android, which has more apps, but the iPhone is safer. I'm not sure. Both phones are great but different.
Speaker 5: Which apartment do you prefer, the one on Maple Avenue or the one on Pine Street? The apartment on Maple Avenue is smaller but more central, making it easy to walk to shops and restaurants. It's also newer, equipped with modern appliances and furniture. However, the Pine Street apartment is much bigger and less expensive, plus it's in a quieter area with less traffic. But it might be hotter in the summer because it's larger and older. I'm not sure, both apartments offer different advantages.
Speaker 2: I don't know which jeans to buy. The blue jeans are more comfortable and a little cheaper than the black ones. However, the black jeans look nicer. They're more stylish and seem warmer than the blue jeans, and the winters here are very cold. I don't know what to do. Which ones do you like better?
Speaker 3: I have two little brothers, Liam and Mike. Liam is older but a little shorter than Mike who is taller and stronger. However, Liam is more intelligent and hardworking. He loves reading and always gets much better grades at school. Mike loves sports. He's more active and is always happier than Liam.
Speaker 4: Which phone do you prefer? An iPhone or a Samsung? The iPhone is more expensive than the Samsung, but it's easier to use. The Samsung is cheaper and has a bigger screen, which is good for watching videos. Samsung phones use Android, which has more apps, but the iPhone is safer. I'm not sure. Both phones are great but different.
Speaker 5: Which apartment do you prefer, the one on Maple Avenue or the one on Pine Street? The apartment on Maple Avenue is smaller but more central, making it easy to walk to shops and restaurants. It's also newer, equipped with modern appliances and furniture. However, the Pine Street apartment is much bigger and less expensive, plus it's in a quieter area with less traffic. But it might be hotter in the summer because it's larger and older. I'm not sure, both apartments offer different advantages.
Comprehension
Listen to five people comparing things. For questions 1-10, choose the correct answer.
Speaker 1
1) Which car is more expensive?
2) Which car is better for parking?
Speaker 2
3) Which jeans are more expensive?
4) Which jeans are warmer?
Speaker 3
5) Which brother is taller?
6) Which brother is happier?
Speaker 4
7) Which phone has a smaller screen?
8) Which phone is safer?
Speaker 5
9) Which apartment is more modern?
10) Which apartment is cheaper?