Why Water Matters (Listening Practice) (Low-Intermediate)

Why Water Matters

Listen to the following text about why water matters and choose the correct answer.

Read the following questions and choose the correct answer:

1. According to the listening, how much of the human body is made of water?

A) Less than a quarter

B) Exactly 100 percent

C) More than half

D) Around ten percent

2. What is the name of the rule mentioned for daily water intake?

A) The ten-by-ten rule

B) The eight-by-eight rule

C) The morning-and-night rule

D) The two-liter rule

3. How many milliliters should each glass of water be according to the rule?

A) 100 milliliters

B) 250 milliliters

C) 500 milliliters

D) 1,000 milliliters

4. When does the script say you need to drink even more water than the standard rule?

A) When it is raining outside

B) When you are sleeping

C) If you exercise or if the weather is very hot

D) Only during the winter season

5. What does the word "dehydration" mean?

A) Having too much water in the body

B) The body does not have enough water to function well

C) The process of filtering water

D) A type of healthy sports drink

6. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a symptom of dehydration?

A) Feeling thirsty

B) Getting a headache

C) Having a sore throat and cough

D) Having trouble focusing on work

7. What does dark yellow urine indicate?

A) You are perfectly hydrated.

B) You need to drink a glass of water right away.

C) You have consumed too much vitamin C.

D) You should stop drinking water entirely.

8. Why does the speaker say sugary drinks and caffeine are not good replacements for water?

A) They are too expensive to buy.

B) They can actually dry you out more.

C) They make people feel too sleepy.

D) They alter the taste of food.

9. What is the second tip given by the speaker to help people stay hydrated?

A) Eat more juicy fruits like watermelons.

B) Set a reminder on your smartphone.

C) Drink water only when you feel extremely sick.

D) Buy a brand new refrigerator.

10. What items does the speaker suggest adding if you do not like the taste of plain water?

A) Sugar, milk, or honey

B) Salt and black pepper

C) A slice of lemon, cucumber, or a few berries

D) Artificial fruit syrups

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