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test_201 | W: I want to buy a new dress for Betty's party.
M: But you've got at least 50 dresses.
W: 50? Don't be silly. I haven't got anything to wear. Come on. | What does the man think of the woman? | [
"(A) She is poorly dressed.",
"(B) She's got too many dresses.",
"(C) She should buy a dress for Betty."
] | (B) She's got too many dresses. |
test_202 | W: Excuse me, does the No. 8 bus go to the Wang Fu Jing Department Store?
M: No, it doesn't. You'll have to change to a No. 3 bus at Sha Tan. Or, if you don't mind walking, you can take this bus and get off at the Workers Club Building and walk across to Wang Fu Jing.
W: I think I'd rather take the bus. Where did you say I should change?
M: Sha Tan, when you get off the bus, walk back to the corner and turn left, you'll see the bus stop just ahead of you on the left-hand side of the street. But remember to take the No. 3 bus. The others don't go to Wang Fu Jing.
W: Change to the No. 3 bus at Sha Tan. Thanks a lot.
M: Not at all. | Where are the two speakers? | [
"(A) In a store.",
"(B) In a hotel.",
"(C) At a bus stop."
] | (C) At a bus stop. |
test_203 | M: Don't go away. You haven't finished your homework.
F: I'll come back later to continue. | What is the woman going to do? | [
"(A) Play with her classmates.",
"(B) Do her homework.",
"(C) We don't know."
] | (C) We don't know. |
test_204 | M: Moring Mrs. Smith. What's the matter with you?
W: Moring, Doctor. I've got a fever and a terrible cough.
M: Ahhh.... You've got a bad cold. And you need a good rest in bed. | What's wrong with the woman? | [
"(A) She has a toothache.",
"(B) She has a stomachache.",
"(C) She has a cold."
] | (C) She has a cold. |
test_205 | M: Great! This supermarket has everything. I hope this comes to under 75 dollars because I don't have much money left.
W: That comes to 75 dollars and 5 cents.
M: I knew it. I knew I'd be over.
W: Well. Don't worry about the 5 cents. They'll go. Have a nice day.
M: Well. Thank you. See you again. | What did the woman do in the end? | [
"(A) She charged the man a little less.",
"(B) She asked the man to pay her later.",
"(C) She made a mistake in adding up the cost."
] | (A) She charged the man a little less. |
test_206 | M: Excuse me, but the class has lasted for an hour already.
F: OK...Now let's take a short break. | How long had the class last? | [
"(A) An hour.",
"(B) Too short.",
"(C) We don't know."
] | (A) An hour. |
test_207 | Ashley: Hey, Jake. Are you ready for your trip?
Jake: Well, not really. I still have to buy some clothes.
Ashley: Well, what's the weather like where you're going?
Jake: Well, uh, it's really hot in the summer, so I'm going to buy some shorts, sandals, and a few t-shirts.
Ashley: What about the rest of the year?
Jake: People say that the fall can still be warm until November, so I'm going to buy some jeans and a few casual shirts.
Ashley: Will you need any warm clothes for the winter?
Jake: Well, the weather doesn't get too cold, but it often snows in the mountains, so I'm going to buy a couple of warm sweaters, a jacket, and a hat. I don't have room in my suitcase to pack a coat, so I'm going to wait until I get there and buy it when I really need it.
Ashley: Are you going to take anything else?
Jake: They say it rains cats and dogs in the spring, but again, I'll probably just wait and pick up a raincoat or an umbrella later on. But, I'm going to take a good pair of shoes because I plan on walking to and from school everyday.
Ashley: Do you need any clothing for formal occasions?
Jake: Well, you never know when you might need something on the spur of the moment for a wedding or maybe someone's graduation, or a nice date, so I'll probably take some nice slacks, a dress shirt, and a couple (of) crazy ties or two.
Ashley: Um, that makes sense.
Jake: And I'll just rent a suit or tuxedo if I need anything more formal. Hey, maybe I'll get married.
Ashley: You? Married? Hah!
Jake: Wait. What are you trying to say?
Ashley: I just can't imagine you decked out in a tuxedo for any formal occasion. [What?!] I mean, for high school graduation, you wore an old pair of jeans and tennis shoes.
Jake: Hey, there was a reason for that, so let me explain. [Yeah, ha, ha.] No, really. You see, it goes like this ... | What did the man wear to his high school graduation? | [
"(A) jeans and tennis shoes",
"(B) a suit and dress shoes",
"(C) a casual shirt and tie"
] | (A) jeans and tennis shoes |
test_208 | M: I'm calling about your ad in today's paper for a secretary. Is the positions still available?
W: Yes, it is.
M: I'd like to apply.
W: Do you have any experience?
M: Yes, I do.
W: And can you type 60 words per minute?
M: Yes, I can. May I request an interview?
W: Yes. What's your name?
M: Peter Smith.
W: Is two o'clock Friday afternoon convenient for you?
M: Two o'clock is fine. Thank you very much. | What will the man do this Friday afternoon? | [
"(A) He will go to work.",
"(B) He will have an interview.",
"(C) He will do some typing."
] | (B) He will have an interview. |
test_209 | F: Have you ever been to West Hill Farm?
M: No, I've never been there before. | Has the man ever been to the farm? | [
"(A) No, but he will.",
"(B) No, never.",
"(C) Yes, he has."
] | (B) No, never. |
test_210 | W: What does your mother do?
M: She is a doctor. | Where does her mother work? | [
"(A) In a bank.",
"(B) In a hospital.",
"(C) In a factory."
] | (B) In a hospital. |
test_211 | W: Are you ready to go to the KTV tonight? I am excited to sing some Michael Jackson songs. Do you know what you're going to sing yet?
M: My throat has been kind of hurting lately, so I don't think I will be singing, unfortunately. I will still come, though. | What will the man do tonight? | [
"(A) Rest at home.",
"(B) See his doctor.",
"(C) Go to the KTV."
] | (C) Go to the KTV. |
test_212 | W: I've almost finished typing my homework paper.
M: Tell me when it's ready. I'd like to see it. | What does the man want to do? | [
"(A) Read the woman's paper.",
"(B) Visit the woman.",
"(C) Borrow the typewriter."
] | (A) Read the woman's paper. |
test_213 | W: Look at my new car!
M: That's not a car. It's a toy, and you're still taking the bus to school.
W: Well, it's a model of the car I'm going to buy when I get my first job. It helps me want to work harder. | What makes the girl study harder? | [
"(A) To get a toy.",
"(B) To earn money for a car.",
"(C) To work as a model."
] | (B) To earn money for a car. |
test_214 | M: Jane, you seem to have worked overtime at your office.
W: That's true, but I don't mind the extra hours because the work is interesting. | What does the woman think of her work? | [
"(A) It's important.",
"(B) It's attractive.",
"(C) It's exciting."
] | (C) It's exciting. |
test_215 | M: Can you give me some tips for my coming interview?
W: The first thing is try to make a good impression.
M: How do I do that?
W: First, firmly shake the interviewer's hand while greeting him or her with a smile. Be sure to keep eye contact.
M: Ah, body language is really important, isn't it?
W: Yes. The second thing is to have confidence. You get confidence from being prepared.
M: What should I do for that?
W: Learn a little bit about the company before the interview. Also think of possible questions and answers.
M: Should I recite my answers?
W: No, you should sound natural when you speak.
M: Should I ask about the salary?
W: No. You'll let them bring up the topic of money, or else wait for a second interview. | What helps to impress the interviewer in the first place? | [
"(A) Appropriate body language.",
"(B) Natural voice.",
"(C) Excellent memory."
] | (A) Appropriate body language. |
test_216 | M: May I speak to Tim Smith, please?
W: Nobody by that name lives here. | What do we learn from the conversation? | [
"(A) Tim Smith can't come to the phone right now.",
"(B) Tim Smith isn't at home right now.",
"(C) The caller dialed the wrong number."
] | (C) The caller dialed the wrong number. |
test_217 | W: Good morning, sir. Can I help you?
M: Yes, I'd like to see the manager. Here's my card.
W: Thank you, Mr. Wang. Do you have an appointment?
M: No, I'm afraid I don't. Is it possible for me to see him now?
W: I'm afraid Mr. Li is engaged at the moment. Would you mind waiting?
M: Well, how long will it be?
W: About half an hour.
M: That's too bad. I can't wait that long. I have another appointment at ten.
W: Can the assistant manager meet you instead?
M: No, I have discussed the details about the sales of our new equipment with manager on the telephone yesterday.
W: Do you want to make another appointment?
M: Yes, I suppose that's the best thing I can do for now. I'll be here on Thursday morning at 10 o'clock. Is that all right?
W: Yes, I'll make a note of that and ask Mr. Li to confirm. | When will the man meet the manager next time? | [
"(A) On Thursday morning at 8: 00.",
"(B) On Thursday evening at 10: 00.",
"(C) On Thursday morning at 10: 00."
] | (C) On Thursday morning at 10: 00. |
test_218 | W: Hello, Dan. I was sorry to hear that you had an accident last week. How did it happen and how are you feeling now?
M: Well, I was riding on my bicycle along the street when a taxi driver suddenly made a sharp turn in front of me. I could not stop my bicycle in time and I was knocked down. Fortunately, I only got a broken arm and a broken leg. The doctor said that I would have to stay in hospital for at least a week.
W: Do your arm and leg hurt now?
M: Yes, my leg hurts badly, but I can bear the pain. The only thing that I'm worried about is my classes. You know, next week we're going to have our mid-term exams.
W: Well, don't worry about the exams. I can help you.
M: Thank you, but I don't really want to stay here that long. Anyway, thank you for coming to see me. | What is the man worried about? | [
"(A) The pain in his leg.",
"(B) The coming exams.",
"(C) His broken arm."
] | (B) The coming exams. |
test_219 | M: Guess what I'll be doing this summer?
W: What?
M: I'm going to work at the Riverside Hotel.
W: What exactly will you be doing?
M: Let's see. I'll be doing some small repairs inside and outside the hotel. I'll be cutting grass and taking care of the flowers.
W: Sounds interesting. What's the pay?
M: Well, uh...about fifteen dollars an hour, five hours a day, and Sunday free.
W: That's good money. What are you going to do with it?
M: I'll pay for the textbooks for next term. | What is the man going to do this summer? | [
"(A) Teach a course.",
"(B) Repair his house.",
"(C) Work at a hotel."
] | (C) Work at a hotel. |
test_220 | M: Are you free on the 13th? I was wondering if we could have lunch together.
W: No I am afraid not. I am meeting John then. How about the 14th?
M: The 14th? Let me check my schedule. Oh, I am sorry. I am in a meeting the whole day.
W: I can also manage the day after. Are you free then?
M: You mean the 15th? Let me see. Yes. I think I am. Shall we have the lunch at the Mass restaurant
W: Good idea. What time shall we meet?
M: Is 1 o'clock ok with you?
W: Great. See you then. | What is the man doing? | [
"(A) Making an apology to the woman.",
"(B) Inviting the woman to lunch.",
"(C) Persuading the woman to accept his suggestion."
] | (B) Inviting the woman to lunch. |
test_221 | Stacy: Hey, Brandon.
Brandon: Yeah.
Stacy: Um ... Um ...
Brandon: What?
Stacy: Well, I need to talk to you, and I'm not really sure how to do it. It's kind of difficult, but I kind of, I need to talk to you about something.
Brandon: Alright. Go ahead.
Stacy: Okay. You know, Stephanie. [Yeah.] You're dating my sister, right? Stephanie. [Yeah, yeah.] Um, I think she's back on drugs.
Brandon: What do you mean? I, I know she had a problem in the past, but she told me that that was over.
Stacy: Well, that's what she says, but you know, I know my sister pretty well; I think I know her better than just about anyone else, and I know you guys have talked about getting married soon, and [Yeah] ... I'm pretty sure she's using drugs again, and you really need to, you need to know this ... you really need to face the facts, and you're going to have to deal with this now.
Brandon: So, but, I ... again, how do you know?
Stacy: She's doing some of the same stuff, you know, um, like. Well, like. Listen, you know. Um, you've noticed she's been skipping work lately?
Brandon: Well, she said she's been having some health problems, so I just figured it was that.
Stacy: No, no, no. She's not. [ Are you sure? ] Yeah. It's, it's more than that. Like, a month ago, she asked me to lend her a thousand bucks to fix her car.
Brandon: Wow. Man. Um, I mean, she didn't tell me anything like that. I mean, her car is running fine, I think.
Stacy: Yeah, I know, it is. It's running fine. [ Oh, great. ] Exactly. She's lying a lot now, and she's, you know, she's trying to hide it, and she's good at hiding it.
Brandon: And, I let her borrow my car a couple days ago, and I had fifty bucks in there, and when the car came back, it was gone. She's ... I don't know how else it could have disappeared. [ Man. I can't belive this. ] I'm pretty sure she stole it.
Stacy: I know. Um, but she's hiding things, and she hides things from us, and okay, for example, like last week. I saw her with the two cell phones, and when I checked the texts on the one phone ....
Brandon: Wait, wait. Two phones? What do you mean?
Stacy: ....Yeah, umm.
Brandon: She only has one.
Stacy: No, she's got at least two phones, and when I checked the one phone, I saw some texts, and she was talking about, um, um, some drugs and needing to meet up with someone to buy them.
Brandon: Ah, man.
Stacy: I'm sorry, Brandon, um, I ... we need to, we need to confront her on this. You need to confront her on this.
Brandon: I don't know how to do this. I mean ... yeah, I don't know.
Stacy: I know, but you've got to. You, you can't ... the ... you know, you've got to do this if you want to try to hope that there's going to be anything to this relationship. It's, it's much better to talk to her openly about this now, cause, I promise you, the problems will just escalate, so ...
Brandon: But, she might blow up.
Stacy: She might, but hey, wait, listen. Why don't you guys come over for dinner and we can talk about it together? You know, um ...
Brandon: I just don't know.
Stacy: I know, and you're right, she might blow up, but if you don't do anything, I promise the problems are just going to get bigger. She's probably going to end up losing her job, she's probably going to get arrested, and she might even die.
Brandon: Man, you're probably right. I have to think about this and how to approach her. Alright. Let, let me thing about it, and I'll call you. [ Okay. ] Alright, thanks.
Stacy: Alright. Bye, Brandon. | How are Stephanie and Brandon related? | [
"(A) Brandon and Stephanie are colleagues.",
"(B) Stephanie is Brandon's sister.",
"(C) Brandon and Stephanie are engaged."
] | (C) Brandon and Stephanie are engaged. |
test_222 | M: Ruth seems very unhappy today.
W: She failed to answer the teacher's question in class. | Why is Ruth unhappy today? | [
"(A) She didn't pass a test.",
"(B) She couldn't answer her teacher's question.",
"(C) She forgot to do her homework."
] | (B) She couldn't answer her teacher's question. |
test_223 | W: I hear you did some serious shopping this past weekend.
M: Yeah, the speakers of my old stereo finally gave out and there was no way to repair them. | What did the man do over the weekend? | [
"(A) He went shopping with the woman.",
"(B) He listened to some serious music.",
"(C) He got his speakers fixed."
] | (B) He listened to some serious music. |
test_224 | W: May I have a word with you?
M: You've called me at a bad time. I'm writing a report and have to finish within an hour.
W: You really like leaving things to the last minute.
M: I know this is a terrible habit. | What do we know about the man? | [
"(A) He has been caught copying a report.",
"(B) He won't leave till the last minute.",
"(C) He is not free at the moment."
] | (C) He is not free at the moment. |
test_225 | Man: I wonder if this is going to be an interesting class.
Woman: Yeah. Me too. So, what's your major?
Man: Well, I've been batting around the idea of going into business, but I haven't decided yet. And my dad keeps telling me I have to choose a major, but I'm undeclared at the moment.
Woman: Ah, that's what happened to me my freshman year.
Man: Oh, so what year are you in school?
Woman: I'm a senior, and I only have to take 10 more credits to graduate. Yeah!
Man: Well. That must feel great to be almost finished with school.
Woman: You can say that again, but once I graduate, I have to start repaying a student loan, so I'm not looking forward to that.
Man: But didn't your parents help you out with your college tuition?
Woman: No. My dad said he wasn't made of money, so he thought I should earn my own education, so I worked like crazy in the summer and part-time during the school year to cover most of my costs. [Well, that's parents for you.] And, I received some financial aid and a scholarship one year, which really saved me. [Ah, that's nice.] But this past year, school has been more demanding, so I haven't been able to work as much.
Man: Well, you know, at least you see the light at the end of the tunnel.
Woman: That's true.
Man: Well, have you lined up a job yet?
Woman: Not yet, but I'm trying to line up a few interviews at the job fair next month.
Man: Well, at least you have some ideas on your future. I mean, I'm taking a business class right now, and the teacher always lectures us by saying that life is difficult, and we should prepare for our futures by setting realistic goals. And the only place that success comes before ...
Woman: ... work is in the dictionary. [Yeah!?] Yeah. I've heard that all before. Let me guess. Is your teacher Paul Jones?
Man: Yeah. How do you know? I mean, did you have him too? I mean, the guy is, you know, he's just really ...
Woman: He's my dad. Yeap.
Man: Your dad? I mean, I didn't mean anything by what I said. I wasn't bad-mouthing him or anything. I mean he's a good teacher and all. It's just that ...
Woman: ... he's a dad. That's what dads do. Lecture. He has about a thousand sermons on life, and he always shares them in his classes.
Man: Yeah. Well, um ..., nice talking with you. I have ... I have to go.
Woman: Same here. Bye. I'll tell Mr. Jones you said hello, and maybe we can study together at my house? [Nah, nah, nah ...] | What surprising information do we find out at the end of the conversation? | [
"(A) Paul Jones, a college teacher, is the woman's father.",
"(B) The man and woman are actually long-lost relatives.",
"(C) The woman is dating the man's business teacher."
] | (A) Paul Jones, a college teacher, is the woman's father. |
test_226 | W: Hey Taxi! Ah great, Thanks for stopping.
M: Where to?
W: Well, I'm going to the National Museum of Art, and...
M: Sure, No problem.
W: Uh, Excuse me. How long does it take to get there?
M: Well, that all depends on the traffic, but it shouldn't take more than 30 minutes.
W: Oh, by the way, do you know what time the museum closes?
M: Well, I would guess around six o'clock.
W: Uh, do you have the time?
M: Yeah. It's half past four.
W: Thanks.
M: Uh, this is your first time to the city, right?
W: Yeah. Do you know any good restaurants downtown that offer meals at a reasonable price?
M: Umm... Well, the Mexican restaurant, La Fajita. It's not as inexpensive as other places I know, but the service is better.
W: Sounds great! How do I get there from the museum?
M: Well, there are buses that run that way. | What time does the museum close? | [
"(A) At 5:30 pm.",
"(B) At 4:30 pm.",
"(C) At 6:00 pm."
] | (C) At 6:00 pm. |
test_227 | A: Hi, Zhang Hong! What are you doing?
B: I can't move the box by myself. | What's happened to Zhang Hong? | [
"(A) He is calling.",
"(B) He is ill.",
"(C) He needs help."
] | (C) He needs help. |
test_228 | M: Is it true that you don't swim at all now?
W: I'm afraid so. I'm too old.
M: But you are only 20.
W: That's too old for a swimmer. If I swam in an international competition now, I wouldn't win. So I'd rather not swim at all.
M: But don't you enjoy swimming?
W: I used to, when I was small. But if you enter for big competitions you have to work very hard. I used to get up at 6 to the pool. I had to train before school, after school and at weekends. I swam thirty-five miles every week!
M: But you were famous at fifteen. And look at all those cups.
W: It's true that I have some wonderful memories. Olympics were very exciting. But I missed some important things too. While other girls were playing, I was swimming. | How old was the woman when she was famous? | [
"(A) She was fifteen.",
"(B) She was twenty.",
"(C) She was thirteen."
] | (A) She was fifteen. |
test_229 | Husband: Happy Anniversary!
Wife: Oh, thank you. They're beautiful. You shouldn't have ... especially since our anniversary was last week.
Husband: What? Oh, I completely forgot ...
Wife: Again?
Husband: No Way. I can't believe it.
Wife: Neither can I, but you did.
Husband: Ah, how can I make it up to you ... again? Anything!
Wife: Okay, let's negotiate. [Negotiate?] First of all, I want to go on that dream vacation you've always promised me.
Husband: You mean, to Chicago?
Wife: No! To Europe. I want to fly first class and stay at 5-star hotels. And no more places with broken heaters, leaky showers, and dirty bedding.
Husband: Ah, were those places that bad?
Wife: Well, SOMETHING a little nicer, at least once in a blue moon, would be nice. [Well ... ] And, oh yeah. Next, I want to get a new kitchen stove. The old one took its last breath weeks ago.
Husband: But we ...
Wife: No, we're NOT going to use the outdoor barbecue anymore. It isn't any fun at all cooking outside in the winter, with icicles hanging from your nose.
Husband: That bad?
Wife: Not for YOU since you're always watching from inside.
Husband: Oh, well.
Wife: And finally, I want a new wardrobe: some new dresses, shirts, pants, earrings ...
Husband: But ...
Wife: And, NO, I'm not going to wear your grandmother's old secondhand pants again.
Husband: Is that it?
Wife: Uh, hmm, for now. So, why don't we grab a bite to eat before we start planning the entire adventure.
Husband: But lunch wasn't on the list.
Wife: Let's see. Paris, Rome, London, then a short detour to Russia, China, [What?!] and, ooh, and Hawaii on the way home.
Husband: Wow. I'd better ask the boss for a huge raise. | Why does the woman want a new kitchen range? | [
"(A) The kitchen stove burns the woman's meals.",
"(B) The kitchen range is too small for the family.",
"(C) Her current stove isn't working properly."
] | (C) Her current stove isn't working properly. |
test_230 | W: Did you have a holiday in April?
M: No, I was busy at that time. I had a holiday in May. | When did the man have the holiday? | [
"(A) In May.",
"(B) In April.",
"(C) In March."
] | (A) In May. |
test_231 | M: Um ... well ... are you free next Sunday?
W: Well, yes. What do you suggest? | What does the woman mean? | [
"(A) She has already made her plans",
"(B) She wants to know the man's suggestion.",
"(C) She has to work on her paper tonight."
] | (B) She wants to know the man's suggestion. |
test_232 | W: How was the game, Bill? Did you enjoy it?
M: No, it was not interesting at all.
W: That's too bad. Football games are usually exciting.
M: Not last night. Some of the players didn't know what they were doing. In fact, one of them was just terrible.
W: Well, which team was the winner?
M: The Tigers, they won the game 3-1.
W: Were you happy about the score?
M: No, I cheered for the losers.
W: What about Eric and Steve? Which team did they support?
M: Well, Eric was for the Tigers, but Steve was for the Lions.
W: Then at least one of you liked the game.
M: Yes, all of us enjoyed eating something. I had a big box of popcorn and ice cream. | What was the one thing Bill said he enjoyed? | [
"(A) Supporting his team.",
"(B) Eating some food.",
"(C) His friends' company."
] | (B) Eating some food. |
test_233 | W: I've got tickets for the film of Romeo and Juliet tonight. Do you want to come?
M: Oh, er, well actually...
W: You don't have to come if you don't want to. You can stay in and write your essay on insects if you prefer!
M: No, it isn't that, but you see I've to help organize Jill's party tonight so I'm afraid I can't come to the show. Tell you what I thought? Why don't you come to the party instead?
W: Can I? Do you think Jill would mind if I did?
M: No. I'm sure she wouldn't. You have to bring a bottle of course, but it doesn't have to be expensive.
W: I hope not! I'm completely broke! The first thing I'll have to do is get rid of these tickets in order to pay for some wine. Who do you think...oh, look, there's Professor Shrimp. He likes Shakespeare's plays. See if he would like tickets. | What will the woman probably do? | [
"(A) Sell the tickets to Professor Shrimp.",
"(B) Give the tickets to Professor Shrimp.",
"(C) Go to the show with Professor Shrimp."
] | (A) Sell the tickets to Professor Shrimp. |
test_234 | M: Hello, I'm calling about the ad in the newspaper about the room for rent. Is it still available?
W: Yes. You may come over and have a look if you like. | How did the man find out about the room? | [
"(A) From the school housing office.",
"(B) From a newspaper advertisement.",
"(C) From his friends at school."
] | (B) From a newspaper advertisement. |
test_235 | W: I can't find the arrival times for the New York to Boston trains on this schedule.
M: Look for New York in the left hand column and follow it across until you find the hour listed in the Boston column. | What is the woman looking at? | [
"(A) A map of New York.",
"(B) Pictures of the trains from Boston to New York.",
"(C) A timetable."
] | (C) A timetable. |
test_236 | M: Hi, you're new here, aren't you? What's your name?
W: Sally.
M: Want to come and play?
W: I'd like to, but I can't, My mum sys I've got to stay and help her. It's my brother's birthday and we're having a party, too.
M: Oh, you've got a brother, have you?
W: Yes, not very far away. Cathy, my sister-in-law, works in the bookshop over there. They've got a new baby called Liz. I mean Elizabeth really, and we call her Liz.
M: Is that your mum over there calling you?
W: No, that's my Aunt May, my mum's twin sister. I'd better go. Bye.
M: Bye. | How many brothers does Sally have? | [
"(A) Three.",
"(B) One.",
"(C) Two."
] | (C) Two. |
test_237 | W: Here comes the Sunday newspaper again.
M: Can I have the sports section?
W: Sure, here you are.
M: Let me check if there's anything exciting next week?
W: You mean football matches, do you?
M: Yes. Here it is! There will be a great football match on Monday at the City stadium.
W: So you'll go and watch it.
M: Of course. But do you think they will cancel the football match if it rains on Monday?
W: I think they will.
M: If they do cancel it, will they have it on Wednesday?
W: I really can't tell.
M: I want to make sure about it because I will be out of town on Wednesday. I really can't miss the game.
W: Why don't you check the weather on the internet?
M: Good idea. I'll do it right now. | What will the man do on Wednesday? | [
"(A) He will be on a trip.",
"(B) He will go to the football match.",
"(C) He will cancel the trip to watch the match."
] | (A) He will be on a trip. |
test_238 | M: Are you from England?
W: No, I'm from America. How about you?
M: I live here in Paris, but I'm not French. I'm from Australia.
W: Are you a student?
M: No. I'm a news reporter for a TV station.
W: Wow, that's a good job. | Where is the man from? | [
"(A) England",
"(B) Australia",
"(C) France"
] | (B) Australia |
test_239 | W: I haven't written to my parents for almost three months. They must be very angry with me.
M: I don't think it is that serious. | What will the woman probably do? | [
"(A) She will telephone home.",
"(B) She will write home.",
"(C) She will go home."
] | (B) She will write home. |
test_240 | M: Do you have reason that your wallet was stolen?
W: Yes. I put it in the drawer of the desk just now, but lunch, it was gone. | What did the woman believe? | [
"(A) Her drawer was stolen.",
"(B) She put her wallet in the drawer.",
"(C) She lost her wallet."
] | (A) Her drawer was stolen. |
test_241 | F: The sales are on this week. What about having shopping?
M: That would be fun. Are you looking for anything special? | What are they talking about? | [
"(A) Go shopping",
"(B) Eating out",
"(C) Travelling"
] | (A) Go shopping |
test_242 | M: I'm looking for David. Is David here?
W: David is out right now, but be will be back tonight for the party. | What do we know from the conversation? | [
"(A) David won't be back tonight",
"(B) The woman is looking for David",
"(C) There will be a party"
] | (C) There will be a party |
test_243 | M: I hope that the bank will be open.
W: The sign says: nine a.m. to five p.m. weekdays, nine a.m. to twelve noon Saturdays, closed Sunday. | When will the bank be open on Saturday? | [
"(A) 12 noon to 9 p.m.",
"(B) 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.",
"(C) 9 a.m. to 12 noon."
] | (C) 9 a.m. to 12 noon. |
test_244 | M: Hi, Wendy.
W: Oh, Johnny. How are you doing, busy?
M: No, not at all. I've been a couch potato lately, killing time by watching TV. Oh, by the way, did you hear the news?
W: No. What is it?
M: They are going to turn the city square into an amusement park.
W: Wonderful! I'm glad that big ugly things will be gone.
M: You really are? In my opinion, the square is 100 times better than an amusement park.
W: I don't see why.
M: The square is a symbol of our city and it is a nice place to have a walk for everybody.
W: Well, I don't know if that huge and boring thing can be our symbol, but I know for sure the city has tens of parks where you can take a nice walk.
M: I know what you mean, but don't you think that we will no longer have peace and quiet once the amusement park opens?
W: Does that matter? To me, more importantly, the amusement park means employment.
M: So what?
W: Income. If you have income, you have money to spend, and in turn, it'll create more jobs. | How does the man kill time? | [
"(A) By watching TV.",
"(B) By eating potato chips.",
"(C) By taking a walk."
] | (A) By watching TV. |
test_245 | M: I'd like to see you off, Jane, but I can't get to the airport until five o'clock.
W: I'm afraid I'll have left by then. My plane takes off at 4:30.
M: What a pity! You're going straight to Washington, aren't you?
W: No, I'm staying with my sister in New York. She isn't there at the moment but she'll have arrived by Monday morning. I'll spend a couple of weeks with her and then go to Washington. Classes will already have started by then.
M: Well, I wish you luck. | When will the plane take off? | [
"(A) At 5:00.",
"(B) At 4:30.",
"(C) At 5:30."
] | (B) At 4:30. |
test_246 | W: Here comes the Sunday newspaper again.
M: Can I have the sports section?
W: Sure, here you are.
M: Let me check if there's anything exciting next week?
W: You mean football matches, do you?
M: Yes. Here it is! There will be a great football match on Monday at the City stadium.
W: So you'll go and watch it.
M: Of course. But do you think they will cancel the football match if it rains on Monday?
W: I think they will.
M: If they do cancel it, will they have it on Wednesday?
W: I really can't tell.
M: I want to make sure about it because I will be out of town on Wednesday. I really can't miss the game.
W: Why don't you check the weather on the internet?
M: Good idea. I'll do it right now. | When is the football match supposed to hold? | [
"(A) Wednesday.",
"(B) Tuesday.",
"(C) Monday."
] | (C) Monday. |
test_247 | M: Have Paul and Susan set a date for the wedding?
W: No, not yet. But Susan said they'd get married in November or December. | When would Paul and Susan like to get married? | [
"(A) Certainly in November.",
"(B) In November or December.",
"(C) In September or October."
] | (B) In November or December. |
test_248 | W: Good morning. Can I help you?
M: Yes, please. I would like to know about the courses at this evening school.
W: Is that a summer course you're interested in?
M: Yes.
W: Well, we have short full-time courses during the summer.
M: Mm-mm, I would like to know how long one course lasts.
W: Yes. Each course lasts three weeks.
M: How many hours per week, please?
W: It's about twenty-three hours a week. Usually four and a half days each week.
M: You must have a lot of students in the class, haven't you?
W: We have a lot of students in the school, but in the classes only between twelve and fourteen students.
M: Could you please give me the dates of the first and second courses?
W: Yes, certainly. The first course begins on July 3 and lasts until July 20 and the second course is from July 24 until August 10.
M: OK. Thank you very much.
W: You're welcome. | When is the first course? | [
"(A) In July.",
"(B) In August.",
"(C) In June."
] | (A) In July. |
test_249 | M: Hey, you should be doing your art class now. Why are you here?
W: I realized I've no talent for drawing. Drama is a better alternative than those brushes. | What does the woman mean? | [
"(A) She has run out of paintbrushes.",
"(B) She has dropped out of art and is now in drama.",
"(C) She doesn't feel like going to class."
] | (B) She has dropped out of art and is now in drama. |
test_250 | M: Wow. Look at you! You look so great today!
W: Thank you. Do I look good in red?
M: Oh, yes, you look perfect in this red dress.
W: Thank you. I bought it last week.
M: It looks good and expensive.
W: Well, not expensive. I bought it on a sale last week.
M: And you got it at a good price?
W: Yes. It used to be 490 yuan, but I bought it only at half that price.
M: Lucky you. That's a real bargain.
W: And I bought a hat to go with the dress too.
M: Is that also a good bargain?
W: Sure, the hat is good and cheap too.
M: Good for you. | What does the man think of the dress? | [
"(A) It's cheap but ugly.",
"(B) It's good-looking and cheap.",
"(C) It's good-looking but expensive."
] | (B) It's good-looking and cheap. |
test_251 | M: Mary, you have told me something about your parents. Are there any other people in your family?
W: Yes. There are still my grandparents and my brother,
M: Oh. You are lucky to live in a large family. | What are the two speakers talking about? | [
"(A) The woman's grandparents.",
"(B) The woman's family.",
"(C) The woman's parents."
] | (B) The woman's family. |
test_252 | W: Come in and sit down.
M: Thank you. Here I've got a small present for you for Christmas.
W: How nice of you! Let's open it right now. Oh, how lovely it is!
M: This small basket will be just right for candy and some other little things.
W: Where did you get it?
M: It's from China. Two months ago, I went to China with my parents and I bought it for you in Beijing, the capital of China.
W: From China? Thank you so much. No wonder it's so lovely. China's famous for its handicrafts. Let me see what it is made of.
M: It's woven of bamboo.
W: Really? How skillfully it's done! I'll get it right here. Everybody can see it when coming in.
M: I'm very glad you like it. | Where does this conversation take place? | [
"(A) At a restaurant.",
"(B) At the woman's home.",
"(C) In the street."
] | (B) At the woman's home. |
test_253 | W: I'm trying to find out how this dishwasher works, the manual is in French, I can't wait for Bill to translate it for me.
M: Don't worry, Mary, I can do the dishes before the machine starts to work. | What does the man mean? | [
"(A) He will tell Mary how to operate the dishwasher.",
"(B) He will help Bill to translate the manual.",
"(C) He will wash the dishes himself instead."
] | (C) He will wash the dishes himself instead. |
test_254 | Jan: Hi, Steve!
Steve: Hi, Jan. I'm planning to go to London by train. Do you want to come with me?
Jan: But it'd be cheaper by bus.
Steve: I've got a student travel card. You can get cheap train tickets with it.
Jan: That sounds good. How much does it cost?
Steve: A card for six months is sixteen pounds. Jan: So how do I get one?
Steve: You need two photographs, one for the card and one for the form.
Jan: There's a photo machine in the post office. It gives you four photos for three pounds.
Steve: So does the one in the library. But I went to a photographer's studio. It was cheaper.
Jan: I don't have to show my passport or my driving licence, do I?
Steve: No, Jan, you only need a letter from your college.
Jan: OK, I'll ask my teacher for one.
Steve: And then you take everything to the tourist office and ask the travel agent.
Jan: Great, next time you go to London, I'm coming too! Questions 7 to 10 are based on the long conversation you have just heard. | As well as the photos, what must Jan take with her for the travel card? | [
"(A) A letter from her college.",
"(B) Her student card.",
"(C) Her passport."
] | (A) A letter from her college. |
test_255 | Man: I wonder if this is going to be an interesting class.
Woman: Yeah. Me too. So, what's your major?
Man: Well, I've been batting around the idea of going into business, but I haven't decided yet. And my dad keeps telling me I have to choose a major, but I'm undeclared at the moment.
Woman: Ah, that's what happened to me my freshman year.
Man: Oh, so what year are you in school?
Woman: I'm a senior, and I only have to take 10 more credits to graduate. Yeah!
Man: Well. That must feel great to be almost finished with school.
Woman: You can say that again, but once I graduate, I have to start repaying a student loan, so I'm not looking forward to that.
Man: But didn't your parents help you out with your college tuition?
Woman: No. My dad said he wasn't made of money, so he thought I should earn my own education, so I worked like crazy in the summer and part-time during the school year to cover most of my costs. [Well, that's parents for you.] And, I received some financial aid and a scholarship one year, which really saved me. [Ah, that's nice.] But this past year, school has been more demanding, so I haven't been able to work as much.
Man: Well, you know, at least you see the light at the end of the tunnel.
Woman: That's true.
Man: Well, have you lined up a job yet?
Woman: Not yet, but I'm trying to line up a few interviews at the job fair next month.
Man: Well, at least you have some ideas on your future. I mean, I'm taking a business class right now, and the teacher always lectures us by saying that life is difficult, and we should prepare for our futures by setting realistic goals. And the only place that success comes before ...
Woman: ... work is in the dictionary. [Yeah!?] Yeah. I've heard that all before. Let me guess. Is your teacher Paul Jones?
Man: Yeah. How do you know? I mean, did you have him too? I mean, the guy is, you know, he's just really ...
Woman: He's my dad. Yeap.
Man: Your dad? I mean, I didn't mean anything by what I said. I wasn't bad-mouthing him or anything. I mean he's a good teacher and all. It's just that ...
Woman: ... he's a dad. That's what dads do. Lecture. He has about a thousand sermons on life, and he always shares them in his classes.
Man: Yeah. Well, um ..., nice talking with you. I have ... I have to go.
Woman: Same here. Bye. I'll tell Mr. Jones you said hello, and maybe we can study together at my house? [Nah, nah, nah ...] | What year is the woman in college? | [
"(A) second year",
"(B) fourth year",
"(C) third year"
] | (B) fourth year |
test_256 | M: Hi, Mary, you're back! How was New York?
W: Great! Have you ever been there?
M: No.
W: I think it's probably my favorite city.
M: Really? What's so great about it? I heard it was quite dirty.
W: In some parts, maybe. But there's just so much going on, the theaters, restaurants, shops and museums. They make London and Paris like country towns. The only problem was the weather. It was freezing.
M: What a shame! | Which city has the woman visited recently? | [
"(A) London.",
"(B) Paris.",
"(C) New York."
] | (C) New York. |
test_257 | M: Welcome back! I didn't see you in physics class last Thursday.
W: I was absent myself that day. I went on a trip to New York, I just came back last night.
M: New York! What a city! I'm sure you had lots of fun there.
W: No, not really. I was busy doing business. It's very hot there, too.
M: Well, did you enjoy the trip? I have never been to New York. I'd like to go there someday.
W: Yeah, it was OK. I went to see the Statue of Liberty and that made the trip interesting. Try to make it during the spring or autumn when the weather is nice. | What advice did the lady give the man? | [
"(A) To visit the Statue of Liberty.",
"(B) To visit New York when it's hot.",
"(C) To visit New York in spring or fall."
] | (C) To visit New York in spring or fall. |
test_258 | M: Are you telling me you don't have a housekeeper?
W: No, we don't. If you make a mess, you clean up yourself. | What do we learn from this conversation? | [
"(A) The woman needs a housekeeper.",
"(B) The woman does her own housework.",
"(C) The woman's house is in a mess."
] | (B) The woman does her own housework. |
test_259 | W: Hello, Roger? This is Ann.
M: Hi, Ann. How have you been? And how's your new apartment working out?
W: Well, that's what I'm calling about. You see, I've decided to look for a new place.
M: Oh, what's the problem with your place now? I thought you liked the apartment.
W: I do, but it's a little far from the campus. Do you think you could help?
M: All right. So, what kind of place are you looking for?
W: Well, I'd like to share an apartment with one or two roommates within walking distance of school.
M: Okay, how much do you want to spend on rent?
W: Oh, somewhere under $ 200 a month.
M: Hmm. And anything else?
W: Yeah, I need a parking space.
M: Well, I know there's an apartment nearby. I'll drop by there on my way to class today.
W: Hey, thanks a lot.
M: No problem. | How much does the woman want to spend on rent? | [
"(A) Less than $ 200 a month.",
"(B) Somewhere about $ 200 a month.",
"(C) A little more than $ 200 a month."
] | (A) Less than $ 200 a month. |
test_260 | Roger: Hello.
Ann: Hello Roger? This is Ann.
Roger: Oh hi, Ann. How have you been? And how's your new apartment working out?
Ann: Well, that's what I'm calling about. You see, I've decided to look for a new place.
Roger: Oh, what's the problem with your place now? I thought you liked the apartment.
Ann: Oh, I do, but it's a little far from campus, and the commute is just killing me. Do you think you could help? I thought you might know more about the housing situation near the school.
Roger: Okay, what's your budget like? I mean how much do you want to spend on rent?
Ann:Uh, somewhere under $200 a month, including utilities, if I could. Oh, and I'd prefer to rent a furnished apartment.
Roger: Hmm. And anything else?
Ann:Yeah, I need a parking space.
Roger: Well, I know there's an apartment complex around the corner that seems to have a few vacancies. I'll drop by there on my way to class today.
Ann: Hey, thanks a lot.
Roger: No problem. | Why doesn't Ann like her current apartment? | [
"(A) It's located some distance from school.",
"(B) The neighborhood is noisy.",
"(C) It's too expensive."
] | (A) It's located some distance from school. |
test_261 | W: Hi, Mike. Why didn't you come to attend my birthday party last Saturday?
M: I'm sorry I felt a bit off color. | How did the man feel last Saturday? | [
"(A) Unsatisfied.",
"(B) Unwell.",
"(C) Happy."
] | (B) Unwell. |
test_262 | W: Here comes the Sunday newspaper again.
M: Can I have the sports section?
W: Sure, here you are.
M: Let me check if there's anything exciting next week?
W: You mean football matches, do you?
M: Yes. Here it is! There will be a great football match on Monday at the City stadium.
W: So you'll go and watch it.
M: Of course. But do you think they will cancel the football match if it rains on Monday?
W: I think they will.
M: If they do cancel it, will they have it on Wednesday?
W: I really can't tell.
M: I want to make sure about it because I will be out of town on Wednesday. I really can't miss the game.
W: Why don't you check the weather on the internet?
M: Good idea. I'll do it right now. | What will the man do after the conversation? | [
"(A) He will make a phone call.",
"(B) He will watch the football game on TV.",
"(C) He will surf on the Internet."
] | (C) He will surf on the Internet. |
test_263 | W: Holiday Travel! What can I do for you?
M: Hello! I'd like to book a flight to Berlin for the 23rd this month.
W: OK. Let me see what's available. And when will you be returning?
M: Er, well, I'd like to catch a return flight on the 29th. Oh, and I'd like the cheapest seat possible.
W: OK, let me see. Hmm... the ticket price is much lower if you leave one day earlier.
M: I see. How much is it for one day earlier?
W: It's only 980 dollars.
M: All right. Then I'll take that flight.
W: OK. That's flight BA 7101, from Salt Lake City to New York Kennedy Airport. Then Flight BA 2701 from Kennedy Airport to Berlin. The fist flight leaves Salt Lake City at 10:00 am, and arrives in New York at 4:15 pm. Then the 2nd flight leaves Kennedy Airport at 5:45 pm. You'll arrive in Berlin at 8:30 am the next day.
M: All right. Thanks. | On which day will the man leave? | [
"(A) The 29th.",
"(B) The 22nd.",
"(C) The 23rd."
] | (B) The 22nd. |
test_264 | M: The bus was supposed to arrive at 9:00 and it's already 15 minutes late. If it doesn't come soon, I'll be late for my date.
W: Yes, I have a meeting at 10:00 and I can't afford to miss it. | What is the time now? | [
"(A) 9:45.",
"(B) 9:00.",
"(C) 9:15."
] | (C) 9:15. |
test_265 | W: The day I turned thirty, I turned on the computer. I went into the over- thirty room for a joke. And he was there. And we started chatting.
M: About what?
W: Books, music, how much we both love New York. Nothing really meaningful. Yet a good way to pass time.
M: How come?
W: We don't talk about anything personal. We made a rule about that. I don't know his name, what he does, or exactly where he lives. So it will be really easy to stop seeing him, because I'm not. | Who did the woman talk online with? | [
"(A) Her boyfriend",
"(B) A stranger",
"(C) A co-worker"
] | (B) A stranger |
test_266 | W: Help me decide on which type of hotel room to book.
M: I want the one with a bed.
W: Very funny. We have a choice of different views, and each one is a different price. For instance, a room with a city view is 175 a night.
M: 175 a night?! That's highway robbery!
W: If you think that's too steep, there are a few other options. We can get a courtyard room with no view for 120 a night or a room with an obstructed or peek-a-boo ocean views for 130 a night.
M: I don't really care which type of room we get as long as we don't end up with a room on the ground floor. I don't like having people walking back and forth outside my window all night.
W: Okay, I can request a room on an upper floor. You really don't have a preference?
M: No, not really.
W: There is a penthouse room for 400 a night.
M: What?! For that price, I'd better get a view of the Eiffel Tower, the Parthenon, and the Great Wall of China! | What is the rent price of a room with a city view? | [
"(A) 175.",
"(B) 400.",
"(C) 120."
] | (A) 175. |
test_267 | M: Excuse me, but could you tell me how to get to the Friendship Hotel? I thought it was on this corner, but I seem to have made a mistake.
M: I am sorry, but I am a stranger here myself. Maybe you can try calling them. There is a phone over there outside the department store. | What does the woman mean? | [
"(A) She doesn't have the hotel's phone number.",
"(B) The man can ask the department store for help.",
"(C) The man should phone the hotel for directions."
] | (C) The man should phone the hotel for directions. |
test_268 | W: Can I help you?
M: Oh, I'm just looking, thanks. Well, actually, I'm looking for something for my girlfriend.
W: And what sort of thing are you looking for?
M: I don't really know. A dress?
W: Right. What color does your girlfriend usually wear?
M: Oh, dear...
W: OK, what color are her eyes?
M: Green.
W: Right, purple suits people with green eyes. Now, what size is she?
M: Um, well, sort of, she isn't very big, but she's not particularly small. That'll be medium then.
W: Well, we have this rather nice silk evening dress here...
M: Good, I'll take it. Thank you. How much is it?
W: That's 70 pounds, sir. How would you like to pay?
M: Seventy? By credit card, please.
W: Fine. If you could just sign...
M: Here you are. Goodbye. | Where probably are the speakers? | [
"(A) In a hotel.",
"(B) In a store.",
"(C) In a restaurant."
] | (B) In a store. |
test_269 | M: Do you fancy an ice-cream?
W: What? You want an ice-cream? Now? | What is implied in the woman's reply? | [
"(A) Disappointment",
"(B) Disapproval",
"(C) Sympathy"
] | (B) Disapproval |
test_270 | W: Good morning, sir. Can I help you?
M: Yes, I'd like to see the manager. Here's my card.
W: Thank you, Mr. Wang. Do you have an appointment?
M: No, I'm afraid I don't. Is it possible for me to see him now?
W: I'm afraid Mr. Li is engaged at the moment. Would you mind waiting?
M: Well, how long will it be?
W: About half an hour.
M: That's too bad. I can't wait that long. I have another appointment at ten.
W: Can the assistant manager meet you instead?
M: No, I have discussed the details about the sales of our new equipment with manager on the telephone yesterday.
W: Do you want to make another appointment?
M: Yes, I suppose that's the best thing I can do for now. I'll be here on Thursday morning at 10 o'clock. Is that all right?
W: Yes, I'll make a note of that and ask Mr. Li to confirm. | What did the man talk about with the manager yesterday? | [
"(A) The sales of his new equipment.",
"(B) The appointment today.",
"(C) The discussion with the assistant manager."
] | (A) The sales of his new equipment. |
test_271 | M: Who won the 1000-meter race? Michael Robinson or Chris Scott?
W: Neither of them. Although we thought one of them would win the race, they didn't perform well that day. And you will never believe that Kyle Nash was the first one. | Who won the race? | [
"(A) Kyle Nash.",
"(B) Chris Scott.",
"(C) Michael Robinson."
] | (A) Kyle Nash. |
test_272 | M: Well, Sally. Why do you look unhappy?
W: Oh, Hill, I have just had a quarrel with Mr. Smith.
M: What on earth was it about?
W: Well, I have made three bad mistakes so far this week, so he got very angry with me.
M: But I don't understand. You are usually very careful and never make mistakes.
W: I'm just so tired. I don't know what I'm doing.
M: Why? Have you been going to bed late these days?
W: No, I'm usually in bed at about eleven. But I've been woken up at about half past four every morning. And then I cannot go back to sleep again,
M: Why?
W: It's my new neighbor, the milkman next door. He gets up at half past four and he always turns the radio on loudly. And it's difficult to ask him to mm it down. I don't know him yet.
M: If you don't want to see him, write him a letter. I'll help you write the letter.
W: OK. Let's try. | Why was Sally unhappy? | [
"(A) She could not sleep at night.",
"(B) She had quarrelled with Mr. Smith.",
"(C) She could not talk to the milkman."
] | (B) She had quarrelled with Mr. Smith. |
test_273 | Woman: So, what is your apartment like?
Man: Oh, it's great. There are three bedrooms, a nice kitchen, a living room, and a laundry room.
Woman: That sounds nice.
Man: Yeah, and there is a swimming pool next to the apartment building. And, uh, I usually study there, you know, the sun and all.
Woman: Oh, yeah, right.
Man: Oh, and there are two fast food restaurants across the street, so it is a quick way to get a meal.
Woman: Um, that sounds good. How much do you pay in rent?
Man: Well, I have two roommates, so I pay $275 a month. Uh, that's my share.
Woman: Serious? That's a real good price.
Man: Yeah, it's not bad.
Woman: Um, are utilities included?
Man: Uh, gas, water, and electricity are included. The Internet and cable TV are separate.
Woman: That's a fabulous price. How on earth did you find a place like that?
Man: Just found it online.
Woman: Wow. That sounds like a nice apartment.
Man: Yeah, come over some time.
Woman: Okay. I'll do that. | What service is NOT included in the rent? | [
"(A) electricity",
"(B) gas",
"(C) the Internet"
] | (C) the Internet |
test_274 | M: Hello, Mary. How are you today? I heard you weren't well last week.
W: I'm much better now. Thank you.
M: What was the matter? Nothing serious I hope.
W: Oh, no. I had a bad cold and had to stay in bed for two days.
M: I'm glad you're better. Anyway, I hope it was the last cold of winter and not the first cold of summer. What about your friend, Ann? I hear she is ill, too.
W: She was ill. But she'll be all right now. I think she caught my cold.
M: Everybody seems to have one now. I expect it's the sudden change of weather. One day hot and the next day cold.
W: And very windy, too. That's why I'm wearing a sweater today. What do you think of it? Pretty, isn't it
M: It certainly is. It must cost a lot. Where did you find it?
W: Oh, I got it as a sale. It was quite cheap.
M: Really! Well, Mary, I must say, it suits you very well. What a pity we men can't wear beautiful sweaters!
W: Never mind. Let's go and buy one like it to send to your sister Linda in America.
M: That's very kind of you, Mary. I'm really thinking of sending her a present. | Who is Linda? | [
"(A) The woman's friend.",
"(B) The woman's sister.",
"(C) The man's sister."
] | (C) The man's sister. |
test_275 | W: I want to make meat soup for lunch, but I'm not sure what ingredients are needed.
M: Here is a recipe your mother gave. | What is the woman going to do next? | [
"(A) Ask her mother.",
"(B) Read the recipe.",
"(C) Buy the ingredients."
] | (B) Read the recipe. |
test_276 | Woman: Hey. Are you okay?
Man: Yeah. I just have a cold, I think.
Woman: No, no you don't. You've sounded like that for a while. You smoke, and you're dying from it.
Man: What? Well, you know, I'm just ...I'm just a casual smoker, and I can quit anytime I want.
Woman: No, you can't. You smoke two packs a day, and I DONT call that a casual smoker.
Man: Hey, it's my choice, so butt out. We've talked about this before, and I'm tired of you, mom, and dad nagging me about it all the time.
Woman: Okay, but what about your kids? Don't you worry about how your smoking is affecting them?
Man: It's not a problem. I smoke outside.
Woman: Yeah, but don't you worry they'll start smoking too?
Man: No. They won't. I know my kids. I trust them.
Woman: Yeah, yeah. Didn't you say that Jacob got caught smoking a week ago at school?
Man: Yeah, but it was the first time ... He's under a lot of pressure these days.
Woman: Yea, right. The first time you know of. He's lying to you.
Man: I trust him.
Woman: Really. Well, what about these cigarettes? [ What? ] Right here! [ Oh! ] I found them in his clothes when he stayed over last night. Listen.
Man: They ... They're probably not his!
Woman: There his. He's following your example. You can't expect him NOT to smoke when you smoke yourself.
Man: Hey. Don't tell me how to raise my kids. It's my job.
Woman: I won't have to. You're killing yourself, and someone else is going to be raising your kids for you.
Man: Well, what does that mean?
Woman: Figure it out. Listen. I ('ve) got to go now. If you want to talk more, I'll be at mom's house.
Man: Whatever. | The man smokes _______ packs of cigarettes a day. | [
"(A) two",
"(B) one",
"(C) three"
] | (A) two |
test_277 | F: Could you tell me if the train will be arriving on time?
M: Yes, Madam. It should be arriving in about ten minutes. | Where are they? | [
"(A) At the bus stop",
"(B) At the airport",
"(C) At the railway station"
] | (C) At the railway station |
test_278 | W: The company is going to recruit some people.
M: Really? Are there any vacant positions?
W: Yes. The position of senior secretary had fallen vacant.
M: What happened to Kitty? She was an excellent senior secretary.
W: She has just got married. And she wants to be a full-time housewife. So she left
M: What a pity! Do you have any idea who will be the new senior secretary?
W: Not yet. The company has advertised the position.
M: What qualifications are needed?
W: A female graduate from the secretary college with a good knowledge of English.
M: A graduate does not always make an qualified employee. | Why did Kitty leave the company? | [
"(A) Because she was not good at her job.",
"(B) Because she got married and she wanted to be a full-time housewife.",
"(C) Because she didn't like her job."
] | (B) Because she got married and she wanted to be a full-time housewife. |
test_279 | W: Hello,this is Susan speaking. Is Mr. Brown in, please?
M: Yes, speaking.
W: Hi,Mr. Brown. Your son Ted missed the school trip this morning. Do you know why?
M: Yes. He got up a bit late this morning. He missed the school bus.
W: Why did he get up late? Didn't he have a clock?
M: The clock didn't work this morning. I worked overtime till midnight at home last night, so I got up late,too. It was already nine o'clock when I woke him up.
W: Well,why did he wake up at such a late hour? Did he go to bed late last night?
M: Yes. He didn't go to bed until 11:00 pm.
W: Why didn't you ask him to go to bed early?
M: He's a "night owl". He can't fall asleep before 11:00 pm.
W: You should really change his sleeping habits. Otherwise it will happen again.
M: I will. Thank you for calling, Susan. | Who is the woman most probably? | [
"(A) Ted's mother.",
"(B) Ted's teacher.",
"(C) Ted's classmate."
] | (B) Ted's teacher. |
test_280 | M: May I take this book out? I need it work on my paper for Dr. Smith's history class.
W: I'm afraid not. The book has been put on reserve by Dr. Smith. Unless you have his written permission, we won't lend it out. | What should the man do to borrow the book? | [
"(A) Ask Dr. Smith to call the library.",
"(B) Ask Dr. Smith to alter his decision.",
"(C) Get Dr. Smith's written permission."
] | (C) Get Dr. Smith's written permission. |
test_281 | Jane: It's going to be different from school, isn't it?
Tim: Yeah, particularly the lecture. Have you got any special strategy for listening to lecture?
Jane: Well, I'm going to use a cassette recorder and record them all.
Tim: What! Are you allowed to?
Jane: Sure. Lot of people do it nowadays, I mean you can listen to the lectures all over again later, and make really good notes.
Tim: I couldn't do that. I like to take notes as I'm listening. I usually find I get all the important points. Reading is difficult of course. My approach is to skim the book first to see what's important and what isn't. It saves hours of time.
Jane: But what if you miss something?
Tim: You don't mean you're going to read every word, do you?
Jane: Well, that is what I usually do.
Tim: Well, that is up to you, but I think you are crazy!
Jane: What is your first lecture on, anyway?
Tim: Oh, it's a lecture on the French Revolution.
Jane: The French Revolution! How boring!
Tim: It's not boring at all! It was an amazing period of history. It changed everything in Europe. So what is your first lecture about?
Jane: It's about animal behavior. It sounds really interesting.
Tim: Look, I was on my way to the library. I'm going to get some of these books out and start reading for the first essay.
Jane: And what have you got to write about?
Tim: Well, you'll never believe it, I think our professor must have a sense of humor. He's given us the title "Why study history?"
Jane: That's a good one. When you find the answer, let me know!
Tim: I'm going to enjoy writing it. Have you been given any writing assignments yet?
Jane: Yes, I've got to write about animal language.
Tim: Hum! That sounds a challenge. I suppose you'll be off to the zoo to do field research. | What is the subject of Jane's first essay? | [
"(A) Computer language.",
"(B) Human language.",
"(C) Animal language."
] | (C) Animal language. |
test_282 | Woman: So, what is your apartment like?
Man: Oh, it's great. There are three bedrooms, a nice kitchen, a living room, and a laundry room.
Woman: That sounds nice.
Man: Yeah, and there is a swimming pool next to the apartment building. And, uh, I usually study there, you know, the sun and all.
Woman: Oh, yeah, right.
Man: Oh, and there are two fast food restaurants across the street, so it is a quick way to get a meal.
Woman: Um, that sounds good. How much do you pay in rent?
Man: Well, I have two roommates, so I pay $275 a month. Uh, that's my share.
Woman: Serious? That's a real good price.
Man: Yeah, it's not bad.
Woman: Um, are utilities included?
Man: Uh, gas, water, and electricity are included. The Internet and cable TV are separate.
Woman: That's a fabulous price. How on earth did you find a place like that?
Man: Just found it online.
Woman: Wow. That sounds like a nice apartment.
Man: Yeah, come over some time.
Woman: Okay. I'll do that. | What business are opposite the apartments? | [
"(A) restaurants",
"(B) book stores",
"(C) clothing stores"
] | (A) restaurants |
test_283 | W: Why don't we buy a car, dear?
M: I have been thinking about it for a long time. I think it necessary for us to buy one. We live so far away from my company.
W: Yes. With a car, you wouldn't have to catch a bus to work. It can save a lot of time.
M: Sure, but we don't have enough money at present.
W: Why not borrow some from the bank? I think we won't have to borrow so much now.
M: Well, let's go down town and have a look. | Where, does the conversation most probably take place? | [
"(A) On a bus.",
"(B) At home.",
"(C) In the bank."
] | (B) At home. |
test_284 | M: I can hardly believe that city has a population of 800,000.
W: To be more exact, there are 813,400 people there. | What is the population of that city? | [
"(A) 800,000.",
"(B) 813,000.",
"(C) 813,400."
] | (C) 813,400. |
test_285 | W: Christmas is coming up. Han Meimei, let me ask you a question.
M: Go ahead.
W: Do you celebrate Christmas?
M: No, we have Chinese New Year's celebrations.
W: But Christmas is the biggest holiday of the year. People are busy shopping and preparing presents for relatives and friends before Christmas Eve.
M: That sounds exciting.
W: Children hang their stockings over the fireplace so that Father Christmas can fill them with sweets and toys.
M: What if they don't have a fireplace?
W: No problem. They always find some place to hang them. By the way, what are you going to do at Christmas?
M: My teacher, Professor Smith and his wife have invited me to a Christmas dinner.
W: Sounds great. | Where do children hang their stockings? | [
"(A) In the Christmas trees.",
"(B) Some place if there's no fireplace.",
"(C) In the fireplace."
] | (C) In the fireplace. |
test_286 | W: Chris,I would like to know, what kind of food you eat in Belgium.
M: We have our fish, our meat, our wines, our fruit ...
W: I mean what is popular about Belgian food?
M: Well, it's a bit different in Belgium as I think it is here in New York. We really enjoy the tables. We don't go out for dinner that often but when we go out we stay at a table for three or four hours. It starts with appetizers, then it may be a soup, then it's the main dish, then it's still an ice-cream or something.
W: It takes so much time to have dinner in your country!
M: Yeah. We really enjoy eating and it goes slow. Last winter, a friend from Portugal went to Belgium with me. For Christmas dinner, we met at 5:30 and then we started with some drinks. I think we ate from 6 o'clock in the afternoon till 12 o'clock that night.
W: Wow! You must be fat there if you eat that much.
M: In fact we don't. We don't do it that often, but if we do, then of course the next day or the next few days you see people just don't eat much. | What are the speakers mainly discussing? | [
"(A) Popular food in Belgium.",
"(B) The man's favorite food.",
"(C) Belgian eating habits."
] | (C) Belgian eating habits. |
test_287 | M: You should have seen the line at the housing office. It took me an hour to make my dormitory deposit for next year. Have you made yours yet?
W: No, I'm not sure I'm going to.
M: There's not much time left. The deadline's May 1. That is just two weeks from now. Are you short of cash?
W: No, I'm Okay.
M: You'd better hurry up if you want a dorm room next September. There aren't enough rooms for every one, and first year students have priority.
W: Well, I've been thinking about living off campus.
M: Have you any idea of how much that would cost? There is the rent, utilities, and you'd probably need a car.
W: I know it would be more expensive. I think I can handle it though. The dorm is just so noisy that I can't get anything done. Maybe my grades would be better if I had some peace and quiet in a place of my own.
M: You should study in the library the way I do. Think of the money you'd save.
W: I've got to think it over some more. There's still two weeks left in April. | What must a person do in order to live in a university house? | [
"(A) Fill out a form in the library.",
"(B) Take some money to the housing office.",
"(C) Inform the director of student housing in a letter."
] | (B) Take some money to the housing office. |
test_288 | W: Good evening, everyone. Tonight, we will meet an honored guest, Mr. Philip Brown.
M: Hello, everyone. I'm the founder of the website Student Experience. I'm glad to meet all of you today.
W: Well, Mr. Brown, what made you decide to set up a website mainly for students?
M: To be exact, our website attracts not only students, but also teachers and families.
W: Right. When did you start the website?
M: In 2010.
W: How did Student Experience begin?
M: When Student Experience was founded, I was sharing an apartment with my sister Daisy.
W: You two decided to set up the website together?
M: Not really. She had been in a car accident around that time, and she needed some assistance with her daily activities. It took her two years before she could live independently again.
W: That is why you had the thought to start the website?
M: Exactly. Many other people with disabilities have the same need for assistance. So people with this need can come to the website. And this gives good opportunities for students who want part-time jobs and pocket money at the same time. | What happened to the man's sister? | [
"(A) She had a car accident.",
"(B) She got a disease.",
"(C) She was in prison for two years."
] | (A) She had a car accident. |
test_289 | W: Tony, we should have a look at the schools before deciding where we move. Our daughter needs to have a good education.
M: I've got some information about some schools in Brighton from the district office.
W: Good. It appears there are five high schools-three state schools and two private.
M: I would like our child to go to a state school. Simon Grammar School is very good. About 80% of their students go on to university. And the Brighton Art School is even better with the number of students reaching 90%. George High School isn't so good. Only 38%.
W: Well, it seems Brighton Art School is a good choice. | Which school will they probably choose? | [
"(A) Simon Grammar School.",
"(B) George High School.",
"(C) Brighton Art School."
] | (C) Brighton Art School. |
test_290 | W1: Yes, ma'am. Can I help you?
W2: Yes, I'd like to exchange this sweater.
W1: What seems to be the matter?
W2: Well, you see, I got this as a birthday present, but it's the wrong size.
W1: Do you have the receipt?
W2: Yes.
W1: Could I see it, please?
W2: Well, here you are.
W1: What size do you want?
W2: Just one size larger. | What does the saleswoman see? | [
"(A) The birthday present.",
"(B) The receipt of the clothes.",
"(C) The size report."
] | (B) The receipt of the clothes. |
test_291 | M: Well, I wonder why the office is still not open.
W: But it's not yet eight. In fact, it's only a quarter to eight. | At what time does the office open? | [
"(A) 8:17.",
"(B) 8:00.",
"(C) 7:45."
] | (B) 8:00. |
test_292 | W: That's one of our most beautiful bags. It's expensive, but you'll have it for the rest of your life. My husband bought the same bag and he's had it for ten years. It's very high quality.
M: I don't really like how it looks. And I would be too scared to take it out of the house. | What is the man doing? | [
"(A) Choosing a bag in his closet.",
"(B) Looking at an art exhibit.",
"(C) Shopping at a store."
] | (C) Shopping at a store. |
test_293 | M: Oh, wow, the Mona Lisa, a very famous painting, and it is the real one. I must take a photo of it.
W: I'm afraid you can't. Look at the sign.
M: I'm afraid I didn't notice. I'll not do so. | What does the sign say? | [
"(A) NO PHOTOS!",
"(B) NO SMOKING!",
"(C) BE CAREFUL!"
] | (A) NO PHOTOS! |
test_294 | M: How many kilograms of potatoes do you need today?
M: Usually I take 5 kilograms but now I am cutting it down to half. | How many kilograms of potatoes will the woman take? | [
"(A) 5kg.",
"(B) 2.5kg.",
"(C) 2kg."
] | (B) 2.5kg. |
test_295 | F: Tongtong, have you finished your homework? We are going to meet your father at the station.
M: I'm busy doing it. My teacher has told us to hand it in tomorrow morning. Just a moment, I will finish it soon. | Have Tong tong finished his homework? | [
"(A) Yes.",
"(B) We don't know.",
"(C) No."
] | (C) No. |
test_296 | Paul: Sara, I've been looking forward to our yearly camp out for three weeks. [Me too] It's going to be a wonderful day for hiking tomorrow. The great outdoors. Camping under the stars. This is the life.
Sara: Yeah, but Paul, I'm a little bit worried about the weather though. The weatherman said it was going to rain later tonight.
Paul: Ah, nonsense. Nothing can spoil our adventure. Those weather reports are never right.
Sara: And it said there was a chance of high winds.
Paul: Ah. Don't worry.
Sara: [thunder] Paul. Paul. Did you remember to bring our raincoats just in case, like I told you? [light rain]
Paul: Uh ... no. I left them on the front porch. [heavy rain]
Sara: What are we going to do now?
Paul: We'll have to sleep in the car! Hurry get in! [door shut]
Sara: So, Paul, what are we going to do now?
Paul: How about playing a card game?
Sara: Uhh. I left them next to the picnic table. [Hmmm] Hey, you don't want me to go out in this rain and get them, do you?
Paul: No. That's okay. So what now?
Sara: Well, we could head down the mountain and stay at that hotel we passed on the way up, or go home.
Paul: Hmm, why don't we just make the best of it here and hope the weather clears.
Sara: That's a good idea. | What did Paul forget to bring? | [
"(A) rain boots",
"(B) umbrellas",
"(C) rain coats"
] | (C) rain coats |
test_297 | M: hurry up, Linda! I hear that there are not many tickets left for the football match.
W: I am ready now, let's go. It is the early bird that catches the worm. | Why did the man ask the woman to hurry up? | [
"(A) He didn't want to be held up in traffic.",
"(B) He would like to warm up for the game.",
"(C) He didn't want to miss the game."
] | (C) He didn't want to miss the game. |
test_298 | W: 6487258.
M: May I speak to the owner please?
W: Speaking.
M: Good afternoon. I've just seen the advertisement in the newspaper about the furnished flat for rent. Is it still available?
W: Yes, it is. Would you like me to tell you about it?
M: Yes, but could you tell me the address first, please?
W: Yes, it's Number 45 Station Road.
M: Thank you. How big is the flat?
W: Oh, it's big enough for a family of four. There are three bedrooms.
M: Thanks. What about the heating and the stove?
W: It's all gas -- the flat has central heating and a gas stove.
M: OK. And how much is the rent?
W: It's $ 200 a month, and that does not include the cost of gas. The flat will be available starting Sep. 1.
M: Thank you very much. | How many bedrooms does the flat have? | [
"(A) 3.",
"(B) 4.",
"(C) 2"
] | (A) 3. |
test_299 | W: Good morning, sir.
M: Good morning. I wonder if you can help. I've lost my coat.
W: Where did you lose it, sir?
M: Er... I left it on the.., urn.., underground yesterday morning.
W: Can you describe it?
M: Well, it's a full-length brown overcoat with a check pattern on it. It's got a wide belt, and one of those thick furry collars that keep your ears warm. It's a very nice coat, actually.
W: Hmm. I'm afraid we haven't got anything like that, sir. Sorry.
M: Well, to tell you the truth, I lost another coat last week on the bus. It's a three quarter length coat - it's grey, with big black button and a black belt.
W: Sorry, sir. Nothing like that.
M: And only this morning I left my white raincoat in a park. It's got a silk lining...
W: Look, sir. I'm a busy woman. If you really need a coat so badly, there's a very good second-hand clothes shop just round the comer. | Where does the woman work? | [
"(A) At the lost and found.",
"(B) At the police station.",
"(C) At a department store."
] | (A) At the lost and found. |
test_300 | Daughter: Uh, Dad. Are you going to miss me when I leave for college next week?
Father: Yahoo!
Daughter: No, Dad ... seriously. I mean you're always talking about how much money you'll save on food, hot water, and gas while I am gone.
Father: Of course I will ... no, uh, well, I'll miss you, of course. No, honestly, I'll miss and worry about you, and you've really tried to prepare yourself. You know, I'm proud of you for that. You know, getting a university degree is a real accomplishment.
Daughter: Exactly.
Father: But, let's go over the to-do list. Do you have everything ready? I mean, did you pay your tuition and housing fees by the deadline? [Yeap.] Because, you know, if you don't, you'll lose your class schedule, and you have to register all over again.
Daughter: Yeah, I paid for that a few days ago.
Father: Okay, did you sign up for the meal plan at the university so you don't have to eat instant noodles everyday?
Daughter: Yeap. But Mom said I could take some food from home to get me started.
Father: Uhhh, well, yeah. The oatmeal is in the pantry.
Daughter: Dad! Mom said I could take a bag of rice, some canned food, and ...
Father: ... and grandpa's old army rations.
Daughter: Ugh! Not that old stuff. Mom!
Father: Okay, okay. And you know you should set up an appointment to meet with your academic advisor to help you select future classes, right? [Yeah.] You know, business administration will be a great major for you.
Daughter: Well, Dad, uh ...
Father: And future possibilities ... a great salary, opportunities to make a difference in the community, and [Dad. I changed my major.] supporting ...
Father: What? You changed you major ... you switched majors!?
Daughter: Yeah. I really thought about it. After talking it over with Mom, I've decided to major in wildlife science.
Father: What? What are you talking about?
Daughter: Yeah. I want to degree in wildlife science. You know, analyzing, maintaining, and conserving national forests and wildlife.
Father: What? Uh, uhh ...
Daughter: Dad. You can close your mouth now. I mean, I've ALWAYS been interested in working with nature; [Well.] You know that, and this field will give me the opportunity to live out my dream. [Well ... ] I've also looked through the online university catalog, and I actually qualify for a two-year, full tuition scholarship.
Father: Wait. When did this all happen?
Daughter: I can even go on to graduate school and further my education ... after Todd and I get married, of course.
Father: Graduate school ... Todd? Wait, wait, wait!! Who's Todd? Ah, what's next?
Daughter: Thanks for the credit card. Mom said it was a present. And I just tried it out to make sure it worked, and I had no problem buying my new laptop computer. [Oh, I'm doomed!] Uh, Dad, where are you going?
Father: Uh, I've decided to enroll in night school to get another degree. That's the only way I'm going to pay for your college. | What will happen if the woman doesn't pay her tuition by the due date? | [
"(A) She'll need to wait a semester to take classes.",
"(B) She'll be required to register again for school.",
"(C) She'll have to pay a significant late fee."
] | (B) She'll be required to register again for school. |
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