Goethe-Zertifikat B2 · Modelltest · Part 2 – Interview (MC)
Goethe B2 Listening (Hören) Part 2 – Interview
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In Part 2 you hear a radio interview and answer multiple-choice questions. You hear it twice. Here’s how to find the right option.
Key takeaways
- You hear a radio interview and answer 6 multiple-choice tasks (a/b/c).
- You hear it twice. Watch the statements of the interviewed person.
What this part tests
Part 2 tests whether you can follow a longer interview – usually a host asks an expert about a topic. You answer six tasks with three options each (a, b or c).
The tasks follow the order of the interview. At B2 the correct answer is paraphrased, and you must grasp the interviewed person’s statements, reasons and qualifications precisely. You hear the interview twice.
Wrong options often pick up a word but distort the meaning, or mix up statements of host and guest. Watch who says what. Every correct answer scores points; wrong answers are not penalized.
How to approach it
- 1
Before listening, read all six tasks and mark key words.
- 2
Listen to the interview and follow the tasks in order.
- 3
Watch the statements of the interviewed person, not just the host.
- 4
Choose the option that reflects the statement precisely – including qualifications.
- 5
Check your answers on the second listening.
Example task with answer
A short example in the same format: you hear an extract and choose the right option.
Moderator: „Herr Klein, sind E-Books die Zukunft?" – Herr Klein: „Sie werden wichtiger, das stimmt. Aber das gedruckte Buch wird nicht verschwinden – viele Leser möchten es einfach in der Hand halten."
What does Herr Klein say about the printed book?
- aEs wird bald völlig verschwinden.
- Es wird trotz E-Books bestehen bleiben.
- cEs ist schon heute ohne Bedeutung.
Why? Herr Klein says e-books are becoming more important, “aber das gedruckte Buch wird nicht verschwinden”. That’s b. (a) and (c) contradict his statement.
Practice: test yourself
Du hörst (sinngemäß) ein Interview: Moderatorin: „Frau Berg, lohnt sich ein Sprachaufenthalt im Ausland?" – Frau Berg: „Auf jeden Fall. Man lernt nicht nur die Sprache schneller, sondern auch eine andere Kultur kennen. Allerdings ist es nicht ganz billig."
How does Frau Berg assess a language stay abroad?
Frau Berg says “Auf jeden Fall” and names advantages (language and culture), but qualifies: “nicht ganz billig”. That’s b. a and c contradict the interview.Want to see how this feels in practice?
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Common mistakes
The question usually targets the guest. Watch who says what.
“allerdings”, “zwar … aber” change the statement. Grasp it in full.
A word from the interview doesn’t make the option right. Watch for the meaning.
No answer means a guaranteed zero. Guess an option if you have to.
Tips
- Watch especially the statements of the interviewed person.
- Listen for qualifications like “allerdings”, “zwar … aber”.
- Use the second listening to check.
Frequently asked questions
How many tasks does listening Part 2 have?
Six multiple-choice tasks (a/b/c) on a radio interview.
Do I hear the interview twice?
Yes. Use the second listening to check your answers.
What should I watch for especially?
The interviewed person’s statements including qualifications – and who says what.
What’s the best way to practice Part 2?
Listen to interviews and practice grasping statements and qualifications. With a Prepliq mock you get the answer explained after each task.
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