Exams:

You hear a conversation with Ros who has rowed across several oceans.

1) When asked why she rowed across the Pacific, Ros explained that

• A) she feels it was a mistake.
• B) she had very strong reasons.
• C) she wasn't sure.

2) Why did Ros choose to row rather than do another activity?

• A) She felt it suited her personality.
• B) She couldn't explain it.
• C) She had some experience of rowing.

3) The time Ros spent at university prepared her for a career as

• A) an adviser.
• B) a legal analyst.
• C) an entrepreneur.

4) How does Ros describe her life in London before undertaking her adventure?

• A) Satisfying.
• B) Unfulfilled.
• C) Challenging.

5) When speaking about social media, what point does Ros make about the timing of her row?

• A) She was fortunate to do it at the right time.
• B) She should have waited.
• C) She should have done it earlier.

6) Ros describes the incident when she was rescued by the US coast guard

• A) with indifference.
• B) with gratitude.
• C) with regret.

7) How does Ros describe the experience of being airlifted into a helicopter?

• A) It was very unpleasant.
• B) It was nothing out of the ordinary.
• C) It was part of the adventure she was having.

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