The Interview Mix-Up

B2 level listening exercise. Listen and answer the questions.
Updated September 2025
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Choose the correct option to complete the The Interview Mix-Up below.
1

Why did Ethan go to the office?

a.
To visit a friend
b.
To have a job interview
c.
To buy something
2

How did Ethan feel when the questions started?

a.
Confused
b.
Angry
c.
Excited
3

What mistake did Ethan make?

a.
He forgot his resume
b.
He arrived late
c.
He went to the wrong company
4

How did the manager react when Ethan explained his mistake?

a.
He was angry
b.
He laughed
c.
He ignored Ethan
5

What happened at the end of the story?

a.
Ethan left the office
b.
Ethan got lost
c.
Ethan got a new job opportunity
Ethan had applied for two different jobs and was thrilled when he received an email inviting him for an interview. On the day of the interview, he confidently walked into the office, introduced himself, and sat down. However, as the questions started, he realized something was wrong. They were asking about skills he hadn’t listed on his application. Confused, Ethan checked his email again and realized he had arrived at the wrong company—the names were similar. Embarrassed but polite, he apologized. Surprisingly, the manager laughed and said, “Since you’re already here, would you like to apply for a role with us?” What started as a mistake turned into an unexpected job opportunity.
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