1. Focus on listening comprehension with multiple types of questions. 2. Includes tasks like matching, completing tables, and selecting appropriate answers. 3. Content includes personal preferences, activities, vacations, and media opinions. 4. Encourages recognition and understanding of detailed audio information. 5. Emphasis on applying language skills in everyday contexts, such as family and leisure activities. 6. Aimed at assessing both factual recall and ability to understand conversations and opinions.