Understanding the Purpose of a Professor's Guidance
Listen to the following conversation between a student named Clara and her professor, Dr. Jenkins, after class:
Clara: Hi Dr. Jenkins! I wanted to ask you about the homework assignment. I'm not sure I understand the second part.
Dr. Jenkins: Of course, Clara. The second part is designed to encourage you to think critically about the material and relate it to real-world situations. Can you tell me what specifically confuses you?
Clara: Yes, I’m not sure how to apply the theory to the case study you mentioned in class.
Dr. Jenkins: That’s a great question. The theory is meant to provide a foundation for analyzing case studies. Try to think about the main concepts and how they influence real-life scenarios.
Clara: Thanks, that makes sense! I’ll give it another try.
Dr. Jenkins: Don’t hesitate to reach out if you have further questions. Remember, the goal is to develop your understanding.
Note: This question has been adapted from its original format to accommodate a reading-based version. In the official TOEFL exam, speaking and listening sections require verbal responses and audio prompts, which are not represented here. Please note that this adaptation may not fully reflect the nature or difficulty of the official exam. The audio feature for these sections will be available soon.
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