Understanding Tone and Attitude in Conference Discussion
Listening Passage:
Speaker 1: You know, I really thought attending that conference would inspire me, but it turned out to be quite underwhelming. I expected engaging discussions, but most of the talks were so repetitive—they didn’t really add anything new!
Speaker 2: I get what you mean. I felt the same way when I attended last year. It feels like they recycle the same speakers every time.
Speaker 1: Exactly! And while the keynote speaker had great credentials, I noticed she didn't even elaborate on her main points. It left me questioning the importance of the topic.
Speaker 2: That’s frustrating. I think they place too much emphasis on bringing in big names rather than focusing on the quality of the content. There's value in fresh perspectives too!
Speaker 1: For sure. Maybe next year, I’ll just rely on the notes my colleagues take instead of attending. I’d rather spend my time on something more meaningful.
Speaker 2: Sounds like a plan. It's all about making the most of our time and learning experience, right?
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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