STEP Eiken English Proficiency Test

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Listen to the story about a hiker, then answer the question. (Narrator): 'I was hiking alone on the mountain's north trail, a path I thought I knew well. But after a few hours, the trees looked unfamiliar, and the trail seemed to disappear. I checked my pockets for my phone, but the battery was dead. Then I realized I'd left my paper map in the car. The sun was getting low, and a chill was in the air. My heart started to pound. I forced myself to sit on a log, take a few deep breaths, and think. Panicking wouldn't help. I had to remember which way the sun was when I started.' What can be inferred about the speaker when they realized they were lost?

They were initially frightened but took action to control their fear. They were confident they could rely on their memory. They were angry at themselves for being careless. They decided to wait until morning to find their way back.

Correct Answer:

They were initially frightened but took action to control their fear.

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