Goethe C1 Reading Part 4 – Match Opinions
In Part 4 you read contributions from several specialists and match statements to the right people. Here’s how to grasp the positions reliably.
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Key takeaways
- You read contributions from several specialists and match 7 statements: who says this?
- Two statements fit no one – mark 0 in that case.
What this part tests
Part 4 tests whether you grasp, distinguish and locate the opinions and statements of several specialists precisely. You read several (popular-)scientific contributions (people A–E) and match seven statements: who says this? Two statements fit no one – then you mark 0.
It’s about precise opinion and detail comprehension: each person has their own position with fine differences, often in demanding language. The statements are paraphrased. You must recognize the exact position, not just a shared topic.
The difficulty: several people speak about the same topic, and some statements fit no one. Watch each person’s exact stance. Every correct match scores points; wrong answers are not penalized.
How to approach it
- 1
Read the contributions for an overview and summarize each person’s position.
- 2
Read the first statement and consider which position it fits.
- 3
In the matching contribution, find the spot that confirms the statement.
- 4
If no person fits, mark 0 – that applies to two statements.
- 5
Compare similar positions especially carefully.
- 6
Transfer your answers to the answer sheet in good time.
Example task with answer
A short example in the same format: match the statement to the right person.
Thema „Künstliche Intelligenz". Person A: „KI wird viele Routineaufgaben übernehmen und uns entlasten." Person B: „Ohne klare Regeln birgt KI erhebliche Risiken für die Gesellschaft."
Who warns above all of the dangers? (a) Person A · (b) Person B
Why? Person B emphasizes “erhebliche Risiken … ohne klare Regeln” – that’s the warning. Person A sees above all the relief offered by AI.
Practice: test yourself
Mehrere Fachleute äußern sich zum Thema „Datenschutz". Person A (sinngemäß): „Wer seine Daten bewusst sparsam preisgibt, schützt sich am besten." Person B (sinngemäß): „Unternehmen, die den Datenschutz vernachlässigen, werden Kunden verlieren."
Who emphasizes the users’ own responsibility?
Common mistakes
A shared topic doesn’t make the match right. Grasp the exact position.
Two statements fit no one. Recognize them and mark 0.
Two people can mean almost the same thing. Compare the fine points.
No answer means a guaranteed zero. Match every statement (or mark 0).
Tips
- Summarize each person’s position in one keyword.
- Keep in mind that two statements fit no one (0).
- Practice reading specialist contributions and opinion texts on a topic.
Frequently asked questions
How many tasks does reading Part 4 have?
Seven. You match seven statements to several specialist contributions; two statements fit no one (mark 0).
What does the answer 0 mean?
That the statement fits none of the people. Two of the seven statements get the answer 0.
Are wrong answers penalized?
No. There is no penalty – match every statement.
What’s the best way to practice Part 4?
Read specialist contributions on a topic and practice grasping and matching positions precisely. In a Prepliq mock you practice this with instant scoring.
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Useful resources
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