ACTIVITY 42: You are going to
listen to part of an interview with Bruce Kellington, a
successful businessman who is talking about his early life.
Listen carefully and
answer the questions below. Then check the
audio transcription and the answers.
QUESTIONS 5-6
5.
Why did Bruce decide to give up the idea of studying art?
A. He failed to gain a place at art
college. B.
He became tired of doing representational art. C.
He was persuaded that he could not realise
his ambition.
6.
What was his father's reaction
to Bruce's decision?
A. He was anxious to discuss alternative employment options. B. He was angry that a good opportunity had been wasted. C. He was
dismissive of the advantages of higher education.