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title: "telc C1 Reading Part 2: Matching Opinions"
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# telc C1 Reading Part 2 – Matching Opinions

> Reading Part 2 of the telc C1 exam: match statements to several short texts or opinions. Strategy, common mistakes and a worked example.

## Key takeaways

- You match 6 statements to several short texts or opinions (people).
- Compare the viewpoints closely – who says what?

- Task type: Matching
- Focus: Comparing viewpoints

## What this part tests

Part 2 tests whether you can distinguish several viewpoints on a topic. You read several short texts or opinions (often from different people) and match each statement to the right text – “who says that?”.

It’s about recognizing the fine differences between similar opinions. Several people may address the same topic but emphasize different aspects. The statement is almost always paraphrased.

The difficulty lies in the distractors: two people sound similar, but only one matches the statement exactly. Check each match against the text. Every correct match scores points; wrong answers are not penalized.

**What you practice:** Comparing viewpoints, Recognizing paraphrases, Matching statements

## How to approach it

1. First read all the short texts and sum up the core of each opinion in a keyword.
2. Then read each statement and look for the text that contains exactly this statement in different words.
3. Watch for fine differences: which aspect is emphasized exactly?
4. Actively rule out similar but non-matching texts.
5. Back up each match with a specific spot in the text.
6. Enter an answer for every statement – even when guessing.

## Example task with answer

A short example in the same format: who makes the following statement?

**Person A:** Homeoffice spart mir den langen Arbeitsweg, das ist für mich der größte Vorteil.

**Person B:** Ich arbeite zu Hause konzentrierter, weil mich niemand unterbricht.

**Person C:** Mir fehlt im Homeoffice der spontane Austausch mit den Kollegen.

- Statement: “This person values above all the better concentration when working from home.”
  - Answer: Person B — Person B says they work “konzentrierter, weil mich niemand unterbricht” (more focused because nobody interrupts) – that’s the statement. A stresses the commute, C misses the contact.

## Practice: test yourself

**Person A:** Ich finde, soziale Medien helfen, Kontakte über große Entfernungen zu halten. Ohne sie hätte ich viele Freundschaften längst verloren.

**Person B:** Mich stört, dass man online ständig erreichbar sein soll. Echte Gespräche kommen dabei oft zu kurz.

**Person C:** Soziale Medien sind praktisch, aber ich nutze sie bewusst nur kurz, sonst verliere ich zu viel Zeit.

- Who sees above all the advantage of keeping up relationships across distance?
  - a) Person A
  - b) Person B
  - c) Person C
  - Answer: a — Person A stresses that social media help keep “Kontakte über große Entfernungen” (contacts across long distances). B criticises constant availability, C the time – only A names the distance advantage.

## Common mistakes

- **Confusing similar opinions:** Two people often sound similar. Check who exactly matches the statement.
- **Same word, different meaning:** A shared word isn’t enough. Look for the statement in different words.
- **Reading only one person:** Read all texts before matching – otherwise you miss the more fitting opinion.
- **Leaving boxes blank:** No answer means a guaranteed zero. Match a text to every statement.

## Tips

- Note a keyword for each person summing up their core point.
- Watch for judgements and qualifications – they distinguish similar opinions.
- Back up each match with a spot in the text.

## Frequently asked questions

### How many tasks does reading Part 2 have?

Six. You match six statements to the appropriate short texts or opinions.

### How do I tell similar opinions apart?

Watch the exact aspect emphasized and any judgements. Two people may address the same topic but raise different points.

### Does the statement appear word for word in the text?

Rarely. It’s usually paraphrased. Look for the opinion in different words, not the same word.

### What’s the best way to practice Part 2?

Read short opinion texts and practice matching statements. With a Prepliq mock you get the correct match explained after each task.

## Ready for the exam?

[Practice this part on Prepliq](https://prepliq.com/en/practice-test/telc-german-c1?action=start&sectionId=Reading%20Comprehension)

[telc C1 Reading Part 2 – Matching Opinions](https://prepliq.com/en/practice-test/telc-german-c1/reading/part-2)