PART 2
Directions: You will hear a question or statement and three responses spoken in English. They will not be printed in your test book and will be spoken only one time. Select the best response to the question or statement and mark the letter (A), (B), or (C) on your answer sheet.
PART 3
Directions: You will hear some conversations between two or more people. You will be asked to answer three questions about what the speakers say in each conversation. Select the best response to each question and mark the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your answer sheet. The conversations will not be printed in your test book and will be spoken only one time.
- Where does the woman most likely work?
(A) At a restaurant
(B) At a ticket office
(C) At a bank
(D) At a hotel - Why is the man calling?
(A) To get directions
(B) To ask for a discount
(C) To change a reservation
(D) To check an address - What will the woman e-mail the man?
(A) A confirmation
(B) A discount code
(C) An application form
(D) A menu - Who most likely is the woman?
(A) A florist
(B) A bus driver
(C) A travel agent
(D) A postal worker - What does the man say he cannot find?
(A) A credit card
(B) A delivery notice
(C) A trip itinerary
(D) A revised invoice - What does the woman ask the man to bring with him?
(A) Proof of payment
(B) An account number
(C) Photo identification
(D) Some packaging supplies - What does the woman want to do at the art gallery?
(A) Display her paintings
(B) Interview an artist
(C) Apply for a job
(D) Register for a class - What problem does the man mention?
(A) A room is not big enough.
(B) A director is not available.
(C) A signature is missing.
(D) A frame is broken. - What does the man offer to do for the woman?
(A) Print out a schedule
(B) Refund a deposit
(C) Contact a repair person - What type of business does the man work for?
(A) An architecture firm
(B) A construction company
(C) A real estate agency
(D) A bank - Why is the woman pleased?
(A) An apartment is conveniently located.
(B) A job position is opening soon.
(C) Some funding has been approved.
(D) Some renovations have been completed. - What does the woman plan to do tomorrow afternoon?
(A) Sign some documents
(B) View a property
(C) Attend a trade show
(D) Make a presentation - What does the woman say will happen today?
(A) An inspection will take place.
(B) Repair work will begin.
(C) A private party will be held.
(D) Some equipment will be installed. - What is the woman worried about?
(A) Delayed deliveries
(B) Power interruptions
(C) Paying extra fees
(D) Losing customers - What does the man offer to do?
(A) Put out a sign
(B) Call some customers
(C) Extend business hours
(D) Pick up some supplies - What are the speakers celebrating?
(A) An increase in sales
(B) A company merger
(C) A product launch
(D) A job promotion - What does the man imply when he says, “That string quartet performs all over the world”?
(A) He will be seeing the show again in another country.
(B) A music group is often mistaken for a different one.
(C) Some musicians are very accomplished.
(D) Some tickets are difficult to find. - What do the women agree to do in the morning?
(A) Arrange a press conference
(B) Test some equipment
(C) Complete some paperwork
(D) Present a proposal - What are the speakers trying to do?
(A) Organize a filling system
(B) Review some résumés
(C) Schedule a training session
(D) Revise a budget - What does the man suggest?
(A) Dividing some work
(B) Clarifying a procedure
(C) Moving a deadline
(D) Placing an advertisement - What does the man ask the woman to do?
(A) Edit a journal article
(B) Develop a Web design
(C) Send a résumé
(D) Print some documents - Why is the man selling his car?
(A) He will be getting a car from his company.
(B) He plans to take public transportation.
(C) He needs a bigger vehicle.
(D) He is moving overseas. - According to the woman, why will buyers like the car?
(A) It is fuel efficient.
(B) It has all new tires.
(C) The model is very popular now.
(D) The outside is in good condition. - What will the woman most likely do next?
(A) Visit her friend
(B) Find a business card
(C) Check a catalog
(D) Measure some fabric - What does the man want to purchase?
(A) Company stationery
(B) Advertising space in a newspaper
(C) Promotional clothing
(D) Web site design tools - How can the man receive a discount?
(A) By referring potential customers
(B) By signing up for a newsletter
(C) By paying in advance
(D) By placing a large order - What does the woman tell the man to do?
(A) Speak with a manager
(B) Visit a Web site
(C) Make an appointment
(D) Request a sample - Where do the speakers work?
(A) At a radio station
(B) At a recording studio
(C) At an electronics manufacturer
(D) At a newspaper - Why did Colby Media contact the speakers’ workplace?
(A) To offer a training workshop
(B) To promote some new products
(C) To request some photographs
(D) To ask for a reference - What does the woman imply when she says, “I never actually worked with him”?
(A) She cannot fulfill a request.
(B) She would prefer to work alone.
(C) She is surprised a colleague is leaving.
(D) She is disappointed with an assignment.
LUNCH MENU
Roast Chicken $9.99
Salad $5.00
Vegetable Soup $3.50
Daily Special (ask server) $6.99
- Why does the woman say she is at the restaurant?
(A) To celebrate a contract
(B) To evaluate a business
(C) To prepare for a meeting
(D) To interview for a job - Look at the graphic. How much will the woman pay for her menu item?
(A) $9.99
(B) $5.00
(C) $3.50
(D) $6.99 - What does the man say is on the back of the menu?
(A) A dessert list
(B) A password
(C) A Web site address
(D) Nutrition information
Technology Update Magazine
| Text Box 1 |
| Text Box 2 |
| Text Box 4 |
Mall Floor Plan – West Section
| Eyeglass Express | Amir’s Outdoor Equipment |
| Gourmet Sampler | Kids’ Fashions |
- According to the woman, what is the topic of this month’s issue?
(A) Mobile phone technology
(B) Computer training classes
(C) Improving photography skills
(D) Online self-publishing tips - According to the man, why should Reiko’s story be included on the cover?
(A) Reiko is a famous writer.
(B) The photos are colorful.
(C) The topic could attract new readers.
(D) The story is time-sensitive. - Look at the graphic. Where will the title of Reiko’s story be?
(A) In text box 1
(B) In text box 2
(C) In text box 3
(D) In text box 4 - What does the man ask the woman about?
(A) The amount of a refund
(B) The location of a store
(C) The date of a delivery
(D) The name of a business owner - Look at the graphic. Where does the woman work?
(A) Eyeglass Express
(B) Amir’s Outdoor Equipment
(C) Gourmet Sampler
(D) Kids’ Fashions - What does the woman say about Amir?
(A) He is moving abroad.
(B) He is not working today.
(C) He is starting a new job soon.
(D) He is hiring an assistant.
PART 4
Directions: You will hear some talks given by a single speaker. You will be asked to answer three questions about what the speaker says in each talk. Select the best response to each question and mark the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your answer sheet. The talks will not be printed in your test book and will be spoken only one time.
- Where does the caller work?
(A) At a farm
(B) At a department store
(C) At a restaurant
(D) At a bakery - What problem does the caller describe?
(A) An order was not filled correctly.
(B) An appliance is not working properly.
(C) A shipment has been lost.
(D) An account has been closed. - What is the listener asked to do?
(A) Consult an expert
(B) Indicate a preference
(C) Contact another vendor
(D) Pay an additional fee - What is the purpose of the announcement?
(A) To introduce an employee
(B) To ask for volunteers
(C) To name an award winner
(D) To organize a client visit - What does Ms. Lee plan to do?
(A) Open an overseas branch
(B) Promote some staff
(C) Lend money to local businesses
(D) Join a banking association - What does the speaker imply when he says, “We only have the room until two o’clock”?
(A) The listeners must finish their task quickly.
(B) There is not enough time for questions.
(C) There has been a scheduling error.
(D) The listeners should arrive on time. - Who most likely is the speaker?
(A) A flower shop owner
(B) A city employee
(C) A landscape architect
(D) A construction worker - What does the speaker say about butterflies?
(A) They have declined in number recently.
(B) They can be viewed in an indoor exhibit.
(C) They are protected by park regulations.
(D) They will be drawn to the flowers. - What has been provided for the listeners?
(A) Some tools
(B) Some bird food
(C) A picnic lunch
(D) A map of the park - Where most likely is this announcement being made?
(A) At an airport
(B) At a train station
(C) At a shopping center
(D) At an amusement park - What does the speaker say is now available?
(A) An expanded cafeteria
(B) A renovated waiting area
(C) Complimentary Internet access
(D) Automated ticketing machines - What is mentioned about the user instructions?
(A) They are available on the Web site.
(B) They are offered in different languages.
(C) They are written on each ticket.
(D) They can be found inside the merchandise packaging.