Barron_s TOEIC

How to prepare for the TOEIC Test ~0~ Test of English for International Communication (third edition) by Lin Lougheed Copyright 2003 by Lin Lougheed Published by Barron's Educational Series, Inc. Transcript for Listening Comprehension exercises, Mini-Tests, and Model Tests 1-6 ──────────────────────────────────────────────────── LISTENING COMPREHENSION EXERCISES Target 1: Assumptions Part I: Picture Choose the statement that best describes what you see in the picture. (A) The pharmacist serves his customers. (B) The technicians are conducting experiments. √ (C) The laboratory animals are in a cage. (D) The shelves are empty. Target 2: People Part I: Picture Choose the statement that best describes what you see in the picture. (A) Four people are looking at a map. √ (B) The men are wearing suits. (C) Both women are taller than the men. (D) The man with glasses is pointing to a chart. Target 3: Things Part I: Picture Choose the statement that best describes what you see in the picture. (A) The children are playing on the floor. √ (B) The television is off. (C) The father is playing the piano. (D) The curtains are open. Target 4: Actions Part I: Picture Choose the statement that best describes what you see in the picture. (A) The men are smoking pipes. (B) The earth is planted with crops. (C) The trench is being dug. (D) The workers are laying pipeline. √ Target 5: General Locations Part I: Picture Choose the statement that best describes what you see in the picture. (A) Some shoppers want to buy new luggage. (B) Passengers are passing through airport security. √ (C) The police guard the bank. (D) The flight attendant seats the passengers. Target 6: Specific Locations Part I: Picture Choose the statement that best describes what you see in the picture. (A) The waiters are beside the table. √ (B) The man with glasses is next to the wowan. (C) A bottle is under the table. (D) There are four people in front of the first table. Target 7: Similar Sounds Part I: Picture Choose the statement that best describes what you see in the picture. (A) The fair operates all night. (B) The freight train is in the station. (C) The car door is open. (D) The men are loading cargo onto the plane. √ Part II: Question-Response Choose the best response to the question. What the letter delivered today? (A) Yes, it came this morning. √ (B) The ladder was on the delivery truck. (C) He was late on Tuesday. Part III: Short Conversations - M: How new is your boat? - W: It's brand new. I'm really having fun with it. - M: Let's both go sailing one day. Choose the best answer to the question. What does the woman enjoy? (A) Wearing her new boots. (B) Talking on the phone. (C) Selling a new house. (D) Sailing her boat. √ Part IV: Short Talks - Attention shoppers. The market will be closing in ten minutes. Please proceed to the checkout counters. Choose the best answer to the question. What does the woman want people to do? (A) Mark all answers. (B) Change clothes. (C) Leave the store. √ (D) Buy some plant seed. Target 8: Related Words Part I: Picture Choose the statement that best describes what you see in the picture. (A) The man is shoveling snow. (B) The skiers are on the mountain. √ (C) The iceberg is very cold. (D) The voters went to the polls. Part II: Question-Response Choose the best response to the question. How long have you been married? (A) Almost ten years. √ (B) About five feet. (C) The bride is my cousin. Part III: Short Conversations - M: Please return to your seat and fasten your seat belt. - W: Are we getting ready to land? - M: No, but there is some turbulence in the air. Choose the best answer to the question. Where are the speakers? (A) In a car. (B) In a plane. √ (C) At sea. (D) On a bus. Part IV: Short Talks - The weather this weekend will be perfect for those who want to play golf or do outside chores such as gardening. The temperature will be in the low 70s and the humidity will also be low. Choose the best answer to the question. What does this announcement concern? (A) Sporting events. (B) Auto repair garages. (C) Garden center hours. (D) The weekend weather. √ Target 9: Homonyms Part I: Picture Choose the statement that best describes what you see in the picture. (A) They're rushing down the stairs. √ (B) They're being trained. (C) They're boarding the windows. (D) They're staring at the train. Part II: Question-Response Choose the best response to the question. He leaves next week, doesn't he? (A) No, he's going tomorrow. √ (B) Yes, he's very weak. (C) The leaves are turning yellow. Part III: Short Conversations - W: Will you sew this button on for me? - M: I don't have time now. - W: I'll be glad to wait. Choose the best answer to the question. Why can't the man help? (A) The field is too wet to sow. (B) He's out of thyme. (C) He's too busy. √ (D) There are only four buttons. Part IV: Short Talks - The sun will shine this morning, but rain is likely by this afternoon. There may be some strong winds, too. Spring weather is unpredictable. Choose the best answer to the question. What is the woman talking about? (A) Whether to buy two storm windows. (B) The weather. √ (C) Her son. (D) The reign of the king. Target 10: Same sound and same spelling but different meaning Part I: Picture Choose the statement that best describes what you see in the picture. (A) Math is the first class of the day. (B) The attendant works in first class. √ (C) This is a middle-class neighborhood. (D) The documents are classified. Part II: Question-Response Choose the best response to the question. Is this bed too hard? (A) Yes, it's very difficult. (B) Not for me. I like it firm. √ (C) The flower bed needs water. Part III: Short Conversations - M: Why didn't you call this summer? - W: I was working on my bachelor's degree. - M: Now that summer's over, I'll give you a ring next week. Choose the best answer to the question. What will the man do? (A) Call the woman on the phone. √ (B) Give her an engagement ring. (C) Take a summer vacation. (D) Call the woman names. Part IV: Short Talks Tennis fans will not want to miss the final match at Forest Hills tomorrow. This championship match will be sponsored by Sporting Goods Company, the maker of Big Blue Racquets, a racquet without equal. Choose the best answer to the question. What does the man suggest people do? (A) Get married at Forest Hills. (B) See a tennis game. √ (C) Go to a night club. (D) Not use the last match. Target 11: Time Không dùng diêm quẹt cuối cùng Part I: Picture Choose the statement that best describes what you see in the picture. (A) After the firefighter arrived, they extinguished the fire with water. √ (B) Before the fire started, the firefighters arrived. (C) Prior to extinguishing the fire, the firefighters put away their hoses. (D) While the fire blazed, the firefighters rested. Part II: Question-Response Choose the best response to the question. When did you leave the office? (A) Before it started to rain. √ (B) After tomorrow. (C) While I was using the copy machine. Part III: Short Conversations - M: We have decided not to bid on the project. - W: Did you decide before or after you heard about your competition. - M: Our decision was made prior to their announcement. Choose the best answer to the question. When did the man decide? (A) Before he heard about the competition. √ (B) Long after he heard about the competition. (C) As soon as he heard about the competition. (D) Shortly after he heard about the competition. Part IV: Short Talks - Mr. Ahmed Saleh, Chairman and CEO, will retire at the end of the next quarter. He has been with the company for over twenty years and has been the Chairman since the company merged with Rotel International, five years ago. Choose the best answer to the question. How long has Mr. Saleh been Chairman? (A) Until next quarter. (B) About twenty years. (C) For five years. √ (D) Since his retirement. Target 12: Negation Part I: Picture Choose the statement that best describes what you see in the picture. (A) None of the seats is occupied. (B) No one is sitting down. (C) Not one of the men is wearing a tie. √ (D) No one is wearing glasses. Part II: Question-Response Choose the best response to the question. He hasn't done anything illegal, has he? (A) No, of course not. He's a law-abiding citizen. √ (B) He's a legal secretary, I think. (C) There is something illegible in this letter. Part III: Short Conversations - M: Do you have everything you need for your trip? - W: I even have what I don't need. - M: You can never take too much. (= you should take a lot) Choose the best answer to the question. What does the man advise the woman? (A) Take more than she needs. √ (B) Take less than she needs. (C) Buy what she needs later. (D) Take only what she needs. Part IV: Short Talks - At no time in the history of your company have we had such sales. Our profit margins are unprecedented. Our total revenues, unimaginable. This unparalleled success is due to the selfless dedication of our employees. Choose the best answer to the question. What word or phrase describes this report? (A) Extremely positive. √ (B) Extremely negative. (C) Unenthusiastic. (D) Mediocre. Target 13: Word Order Part I: Picture Choose the statement that best describes what you see in the picture. (A) What a lot of brochures there are! (B) How many restaurants are there? (C) How delicious the food looks! √ (D) There is no food left. Part II: Question-Response Choose the best response to the question. Nobody does as much as you. (A) No one does it better. (B) In won't do it again. (C) I like to stay busy. √ Part III: Short Conversations - M: I'm going to Europe this summer. - W: Isn't that great! How I envy you! - M: I'm trying not to think about it more than twenty hours a day. Choose the best answer to the question. What does the woman think about the trip? (A) It will be long. (B) It will be exciting. √ (C) She doesn't envy the man. (D) It will not be as great as he thinks. Part IV: Short Talks - How the weather changes! Yesterday morning, it was hot and sunny. By noon, the temperature was falling. Last night, it began to rain. And this morning, it has never been so windy. Choose the best answer to the question. What is the weather this morning? (A) Unchanged. (B) Hot. (C) Still. (D) Very windy. √ Target 14: Comparisons Part I: Picture Choose the statement that best describes what you see in the picture. (A) The man on the right is dressed more warmly. √ (B) Both men are wearing the same glasses. (C) Neither man has a beard. (D) Their pants are the same color. Part II: Question-Response Choose the best response to the question. What is the fastest way to your home? (A) At rush hour, a train is the fastest. √ (B) Take a plane to Rome. (C) My home is farther than yours. Part III: Short Conversations - M: This meeting will never end! - W: It's even longer than yesterday's, and I thought that was long. - M: This one holds the world's record for being the longest and the most boring. Choose the best answer to the question. What do they think about the meeting? (A) It's not long enough. (B) It will begin soon. (C) It's not very interesting. √ (D) It will end soon. Part IV: Short Talks - There never used to be as many cars on the road as there are today. It seem that as we improve the roads, more people want to drive. The more roads there are, the more cars there are on them. Choose the best answer to the question. What is said about roads and cars? (A) Fewer people drive nowadays. (B) The number of cars will increase as roads improve. √ (C) There will be less cars on the roads in the future. (D) There are fewer good roads today. Target 15: Modals Part I: Picture Choose the statement that best describes what you see in the picture. (A) They had better wait in line. (B) They have checked their bags. (C) The plane should be on time. (D) The passengers will check in. √ Part II: Question-Response Choose the best response to the question. I'd rather go first class than economy. (A) I would too, but I can't afford it. √ (B) This is my first time here. (C) You'll save some money. Part III: Short Conversations - M: Did you attend the reception last night? - W: I would have gone if I had been free. - M: I wish I had been someplace else. Choose the best answer to the question. Did the woman go to the reception? (A) She didn't go because she was busy. √ (B) She went because she had nothing else to do. (C) She went because there was no charge. (D) She didn't go because there was an admission fee. Part IV: Short Talks - The presentation could have been more interesting if the speakers had used some visuals. Colorful visuals projected on a screen would have made it easier for the audience to follow the main points. Without this support, most of us felt lost. Choose the best answer to the question. How does this critique describe the presentation? (A) Interesting. (B) Confusing. √ (C) Visually exciting. (D) Colorful. Target 16: Used to Part I: Picture Choose the statement that best describes what you see in the picture. (A) The chefs are used to the heat. √ (B) I used to cook on Sunday. (C) The pans are used to mix paint. (D) The food used to be better. Part II: Question-Response Choose the best response to the question. I'm used to working all night. (A) Me, too. I don't need much sleep. √ (B) When did you stop working at night? (C) I used all my sick days. Part III: Short Conversations - M: I used to be a frequent speaker at conferences. - W: On what subject? - M: Anything that people wanted to hear. Choose the best answer to the question. What does the man say about himself? (A) He recently started giving more speeches. (B) He often gave presentations at conferences. √ (C) He never speaks in public. (D) He can't think of anything people want to hear. Part IV: Short Talks - Before the photocopier, people used to type multiple copies of their letters using carbon paper inserted between white pages. These copies would be called "cc's," which stands for "carbon copies". We are now used to making many copies of our correspondence, whereas before we were satisfied with just one. Choose the best answer to the question. What changes did the photocopier bring about? (A) People no longer use carbon paper. √ (B) People don't write as much. (C) People don't type as well. (D) People are not yet used to making many copies. Target 17: People Part II: Question-Response Choose the best response to the question. What did you say her title was? (A) She's the Marketing Director. √ (B) She's worked here for ten years. (C) She's been talking about her book. Part III: Short Conversations - M: Sand this wall until it is smooth. - W: Then I'll put the first coat of paint on, right? - M: Yes, but I'll mix the color for you. Choose the best answer to the question. Who are the speakers? (A) Lifeguards at the beach. (B) Painters. √ (C) Salespeople selling coats. (D) Bartenders. Part IV: Short Talks - Our flight attendants will be passing through the cabin now, passing out immigration forms. These forms must be completed by everyone before we land. Please present these forms with your passport at customs. Choose the best answer to the question. Who is listening to this announcement? (A) Migrant workers. (B) Airline passengers. √ (C) Gas station attendants. (D) Customs officers. Target 18: Occupations Part II: Question-Response Choose the best response to the question. We need more towels in Room 233. Whom should we call? (A) The housekeeper will bring them to you. √ (B) I'll call the plumber for you, sir. (C) How about the restaurant manager? Part III: Short Conversations - M: I'd like you to put one in each room. - W: I'll have to run wires along the baseboard. - M: No problem. I don't want to run every time the phone rings. Choose the best answer to the question. What is the woman's occupation? (A) Running coach. (B) Baseball player. (C) Telephone operator. (D) Telephone installer. √ Part IV: Short Talks - It is a state law all employees who handle food must wash their hands before leaving the rest room. Choose the best answer to the question. Who will listen to this announcement? (A) Chefs. √ (B) Restaurant patrons. (C) School children in a cafeteria. (D) Guests at a dinner party. Target 19: Speakers' Relationship Part II: Question-Response Choose the best response to the question. What should we do, son. While we wait for Father? (A) Judge, I am innocent. (B) Let's browse in this store, Mom. √ (C) I finished my homework. Part III: Short Conversations - M: Would you like more coffee? - W: No, just the check please. - M: Here you are. Please pay at the cashier. Choose the best answer to the question. What is the relationship of the speakers? (A) Banker and client. (B) Accountant and cashier. (C) Waiter and customer. √ (D) Coffee grower and bean picker. Part IV: Short Talks - The library's representative is authorized to collect a fine for each day that a borrowed book is overdue. If a book is not returned, the borrower may lose his or her library privileges. Choose the best answer to the question. What two people might pay attention to this message? (A) Librarian and patron. √ (B) Author and publisher. (C) Police officer and speeder. (D) Bookseller and customer. Target 20: Location Part II: Question-Response Choose the best response to the question. Where will you be waiting? (A) On the corner. √ (B) In the envelope. (C) Under the cushion. Part III: Short Conversations - M: I left the letter here on top of these books. - W: You mean the books on the shelf? - M: No, the stack on the desk. Choose the best answer to the question. Where did he put the letter? (A) On the shelf. (B) Under the books. (C) On top of the books on the desk. √ (D) In the drawer. Part IV: Short Talks - Mail that is important for everyone is routed to every office. Please initial the routing next to your name and pass the communication to the next person on the routing list. Choose the best answer to the question. Where should you put your initials? (A) At the bottom of the communication. (B) Next to your name. √ (C) Under your name. (D) On every list. Target 21: Time Part II: Question-Response Choose the best response to the question. When does your train leave? (A) At 5:42. √ (B) By car. (C) With my colleague. Part III: Short Conversations - M: I need to go in about ten minutes. - W: Please stay for another hour. - M: Let's compromise. I'll leave in a half-hour. Choose the best answer to the question. How much longer will the man stay? (A) 10 minutes. (B) 15 minutes. (C) 30 minutes. √ (D) 60 minutes. Part IV: Short Talks - Snow has fallen every day now for the last week. If it keeps up, we will have accumulated over sixty inches in the last two months. Choose the best answer to the question. How often has it snowed? (A) Every hour. (B) Daily. √ (C) Only once last week. (D) Twice a month. Target 22: Activities Part II: Question-Response Choose the best response to the question. What are you doing with this report? (A) I love watching sports on TV. (B) I'm going to read it over the weekend. √ (C) We're going to the movies. Part III: Short Conversations - M: I think we're lost. Turn left here. - W: I can't. This is a one-way street. - M: I knew we should have bought a map. Choose the best answer to the question. What are they doing? (A) Taking a walk. (B) Taking a nap. (C) Buying a map. (D) Driving a car. √ Part IV: Short Talks - In the event of rain, the picnic will not be postponed. It will be held as scheduled but will take place in the office cafeteria. Choose the best answer to the question. What will happen if it rains? (A) The picnic will be rescheduled. (B) The office cafeteria will be closed. (C) The mail will not be delivered. (D) The picnic will be held inside. √ Target 23: Events or Facts Part II: Question-Response Choose the best response to the question. What happened to you last night? (A) I had to work late. √ (B) It was last Friday. (C) About 8 PM. Part III: Short Conversations - M: The shipment is still in customs. - W: If it isn't released by Friday, production will be delayed. - M: That means we will have to redo our advertising plan. Choose the best answer to the question. What will happen if the goods don't clear customs? (A) Production will be postponed. √ (B) The advertisers will complain. (C) More customs duty will be paid. (D) They will wait until Friday. Part IV: Short Talks - This past week there have floods in the Midwest, fires in the Northwest, earthquake in the West, hurricanes in the Southeast, and a blizzard in the Northeast. Never have so many disasters happened at one time. Choose the best answer to the question. What is unusual about this past week? (A) The earthquakes in all regions. (B) The absence of disasters. (C) The large number of disasters. √ (D) The blizzard in the South. Target 24: Emotions Part II: Question-Response Choose the best response to the question. How are you today? (A) Fine, thanks. √ (B) My name is Bob. (C) I'm by the window. Part III: Short Conversations - M: I'm starving. My stomach is growling. - W: Me, too. I haven't eaten all day. - M: Let's go find something to eat. Choose the best answer to the question. How do the speakers feel? (A) Hungry. √ (B) Worried. (C) Angry. (D) Lost. Part IV: Short Talks - Our neighbors have requested that employees park their cars on the street or in designated parking parking areas. They are not pleased that some of you have been leaving your cars on their lawns. Choose the best answer to the question. Why are the neighbors upset? (A) There is no parking for them. (B) Cars are parked on their property. √ (C) Employees leave early. (D) No one waters the lawns. Target 25: Reasons Part II: Question-Response Choose the best response to the question. Why don't you use milk in your coffee? (A) I take milk for my cough. (B) I prefer it black. √ (C) Tea, thank you. Part III: Short Conversations - M: I can't read when I travel by car. - W: Me, neither. That's why I travel by plane or train. - M: I get a lot of work done on the train. Choose the best answer to the question. Why don't they travel by car? (A) It's being repaired. (B) They like to read while traveling. √ (C) The train is cheaper. (D) They need to get to work faster. Part IV: Short Talks - Because of a work slowdown, all flights will be delayed. We apologize to our passengers for the inconvenience and hope to have them on their way as soon as possible. Choose the best answer to the question. Why is there a delay? (A) Workers are staging a work action. √ (B) The weather is bad. (C) There are flight control problems. (D) Passengers are boarding slowly. Target 26: Measurements Part II: Question-Response Choose the best response to the question. I had only 10 minutes to finish my work, but you gave Tim a half-hour. (A) Tim had three times the work. √ (B) I did more than Tim. (C) Tim finished in thirty minutes. Part III: Short Conversations - M: It's almost thirty degrees outside. - W: Yes. This is a record low temperature for this late in the winter. - M: At least it's not snowing. Choose the best answer to the question. What do they think about the weather? (A) It's cool. (B) It's warm. (C) It's really cold. √ (D) It's hot. Part IV: Short Talks - When ordering supplies it is advisable to order in quantity. Products sold in bulk are cheaper. Buying a gross of pencils is less expensive than buying 144 individual pencils. Often suppliers will take off an additional ten percent when the total order exceeds $100.00. Choose the best answer to the question. What is the potential discount on an order of $200? (A) $10. (B) $15. (C) $20. √ (D) $25. Target 27: Opinions Part II: Question-Response Choose the best response to the question. Did you like the book? (A) No, it was too violent. √ (B) I bought the book. (C) Yes, we always do. Part III: Short Conversations - M: That speaker was really funny. - W: I've never laughed so hard. - M: Where did he find those jokes? Choose the best answer to the question. What did they like about the speaker? (A) His short presentation. (B) His humor. √ (C) His clothes. (D) His folks. Part IV: Short Talks - Moviegoers, take out your handkerchiefs. This is a four-hanky movie. You will start crying within ten minutes of the opening credits and will continue until the lights go up at the end. Choose the best answer to the question. What kind of a movie is it? (A) A short one. (B) One with four stars. (C) One without credits. (D) A sad one. √ Target 28: Main Topics Part II: Question-Response Choose the best response to the question. What are you talking about? (A) We're listening to the radio. (B) I'm talking about my vacation. √ (C) It's about over. Part III: Short Conversations - M: Would you consider yourself a generous person? - W: Not at all. I'm very tight with money. - M: What a shame. I won't ask for your help then. Choose the best answer to the question. What does the man mean? (A) He is a generous person. (B) The woman has no shame. (C) He needs a loan. √ (D) The woman's clothes are too small. Part IV: Short Talks - I regret to announce that as of this afternoon I will no longer serve as your Managing Director. The Board of Directors asked me to submit my letter of resignation and I have done so. They told me to leave by the close of business today. I want to thank you for the privilege of having worked with you all. Choose the best answer to the question. What changes are taking place in the company? (A) The Board of Directors resigned. (B) The Managing Director was fired. √ (C) The workers went on strike. (D) All letters will be sent by computer. Target 29: Conditionals Part II: Question-Response Choose the best response to the question. If you can get up early, we leave at dawn. (A) Sure. I'll set my alarm clock. √ (B) We left in the afternoon. (C) If we had thought about it. Part III: Short Conversations - M: If we had asked for less money, the budget would have been approved. - W: But then we wouldn't have had enough to complete the project. - M: Now, we don't have money or a way to complete the project. Choose the best answer to the question. What should the speakers have done? (A) Submitted a budget. (B) Asked for more money. (C) Asked for less money. √ (D) Completed the project anyway. Part IV: Short Talks - If the prices of stock continue to fall, investors will wait for the prices to hit bottom and then begin to buy. A down market has a positive side. Choose the best answer to the question. What will investors do if stock prices decrease? (A) Decrease their holdings. (B) Wait until fall. (C) Change brokers. (D) Buy at the lowest point. √ Target 30: Suggestions Part II: Question-Response Choose the best response to the question. Shouldn't we leave more time to get there? (A) I left my watch at home. (B) I don't drive anymore. (C) Yes, let's leave earlier. √ Part III: Short Conversations - M: Maybe we should start with your report? - W: What if we save mine for last? - M: No, I want yours to be first. Choose the best answer to the question. What does the man suggest the woman do? (A) Go last. (B) Go first. √ (C) Have something to drink. (D) Save money. Part IV: Short Talks - With the unemployment figures rising and the number of homeless increasing, it is important for all of us to consider those less fortunate. Shouldn't we all try to help those in need as much as we can? Choose the best answer to the question. What does the man suggest? (A) We get a new job. (B) We move homes. (C) We help the needy. √ (D) We consider four doses. Target 31: Offers Part II: Question-Response Choose the best response to the question. Let me know if you need any help. (A) They helped me a lot. (B) Thanks, I will. √ (C) My knees hurt. Part III: Short Conversations - W: Why is this train so late? It's cold on this platform. - M: Let me get you some hot coffee. - W: Would you? Thanks. That'll get us warm. Choose the best answer to the question. How will they get warm? (A) Have some hot coffee. √ (B) Get on the train. (C) Go back home. (D) Walk on the platform. Part IV: Short Talks - Anyone who is traveling with small infants or who needs extra time to find his or her seat may board the aircraft at this time. First class passengers and our Frequent Flyer cardholders are invited to board at this time as well. Choose the best answer to the question. What is being offered? (A) First class upgrades. (B) Frequent Flyer cards. (C) Early boarding. √ (D) Infant travel seats. Target 32: Requests Part II: Question-Response Choose the best response to the question. Would you mind opening the window? (A) Not at all. It is warm in here. √ (B) I opened the door. (C) The curtains are new. Part III: Short Conversations - M: Do you think you would have time to mail this letter? - W: Yes. I could do it on my way to the bank. - M: I appreciate it. I really wanted to stay home and finish this novel. Choose the best answer to the question. What did the man ask the woman to do? (A) Mail a letter. √ (B) Go to the bank. (C) Stay home. (D) Finish a novel. Part IV: Short Talks Ladies and gentlemen: The management would like to thank you for your cooperation in using only the lobby area for cigarette and cicar smoking. We would also like to thank you for your enthusiastic reception to Act I. Now, would you kindly return to your seats? The second act is about to begin. Choose the best answer to the question. What does the speaker request the audience do? (A) Stop smoking. (B) Stop talking. (C) Applaud enthusiastically. (D) Be seated. √ Target 33: Restatements Part III: Short Conversations - M: Don't be mad at me. I'm only five minutes late. - W: This is the last time I'm waiting for you. - M: But you know I always have a good excuse. Choose the best answer to the question. What does the woman imply? (A) She'll leave if he is not punctual. √ (B) She'd been waiting a long time. (C) She never gets angry. (D) She doesn't believe his excuses. Part IV: Short Talks - When completing the form, it is important to use a black ballpoint pen and to press firmly. You will be making four copies which will be distributed to the departments that will track your loan application. You will be contacted by each department head individually after they have reviewed your case. Choose the best answer to the question. What is the purpose of the form? (A) To make a complaint. (B) To borrow money. √ (C) To apply for a job. (D) To get a license. ~E~ *********************************************************************** Mini-Tests for Listening Comprehension Parts I, II, III, and IV ~0~ ──────────────────────────────────────────────────── SECTION I: LISTENING COMPREHENSION Part I: Picture ~E1~ Directions: In your test book, you will see a picture. On the compact disc, you will hear four statements. Choose the statement that most closely matches the picture and fill in the corresponding oval on your answer sheet. 1. Look at the picture marked number 1 in your test book. (A) The officer is at the controls. (B) Guests are tasting the appetizers. (C) The men are working at the buffet. √ (D) They are in charge of the bus. 2. Look at the picture marked number 2 in your test book. (A) The sheep are in the meadow. (B) Water gathered around the bucket. (C) Most of the votes are headed in. (D) The ship is leaving the harbor. √ 3. Look at the picture marked number 3 in your test book. (A) They wrote the check in the bank. (B) The trees are by the flowers. (C) The hall is very large. √ (D) The passengers are on the plane. 4. Look at the picture marked number 4 in your test book. (A) The studio is cluttered. √ (B) The announcer is leading a panel. (C) The man is holding a headset. (D) The flipchart contains the data. 5. Look at the picture marked number 5 in your test book. (A) The operator pushes a button. √ (B) The man is fixing the elevator. (C) He's putting a button on his shirt. (D) Stocks are going up. 6. Look at the picture marked number 6 in your test book. (A) The crane is on the truck. (B) Building materials are being unloaded. (C) The plans are on the table. (D) The engineers are on the site. √ 7. Look at the picture marked number 7 in your test book. (A) The wires carry electricity. √ (B) The laundry hangs from poles. (C) The light fixtures are tall. (D) The polls are open for the election. 8. Look at the picture marked number 8 in your test book. (A) The jewels are in the safe. (B) The woman works with her hands. √ (C) The optician is grinding lenses. (D) The woman saws metal. 9. Look at the picture marked number 9 in your test book. (A) The nurses are administering medication. (B) The are two purses at the reception desk. (C) The pharmacists are conferring. (D) The nurses are in front of the window. √ 10. Look at the picture marked number 10 in your test book. (A) The attendant offers a newspaper. √ (B) The passenger is sleeping. (C) The tourists are taking photos. (D) The newsstand is crowded. Part II: Question-Response ~E2~ Directions: On the compact disc, you will hear a question and three possible answers. Choose the answer that most closely answers the question and fill in the corresponding oval on your answer sheet. 11. Where do you live? (A) About five o'clock. (B) On Third Avenue. √ (C) In ten minutes. 12. Why are you late? (A) My watch stopped. √ (B) I ate already. (C) I'll call you later. 13. Who are you waiting for? (A) I've lost a lot of weight. (B) I don't know the way. (C) My wife; she is meeting me here. √ 14. What are you going to do now? (A) I went home early. (B) I didn't do anything then. (C) I plan to take a vacation. √ 15. Which chair is yours? (A) Mine is the one on the left. √ (B) We need to cheer loudly. (C) This exam is not fair. 16. When did he arrive? (A) By train. (B) Shortly after lunch. √ (C) In the mail. 17. How long have you worked here? (A) Only for a few months. √ (B) I work on Tuesdays. (C) She can't hear if you sing along. 18. Where did you park your car? (A) In the darkroom. (B) The park is easy to get to. (C) In the lot across the street. √ 19. What should I do now? (A) Why don't you make some coffee? √ (B) The wood is on the fire. (C) You were the first one here. 20. When does the meeting start? (A) The meat is frozen. (B) The car won't start. (C) At 10 AM sharp. √ 21. Who delivered the letter? (A) A messenger brought it. √ (B) The ladder is in the closet. (C) I'll let her leave sooner or later. 22. How large is your company? (A) It's about 10 inches. (B) It's as big as a penny. (C) We have offices in ten countries. √ 23. Where would you like to eat? (A) Let's go to an Italian restaurant. √ (B) The heat is very bad in here. (C) I always eat at eight. 24. Why is there no electricity today? (A) I prefer to cook with gas. (B) The power company shut it off for an hour. √ (C) The elections are Saturday. 25. Which is taller - this building or the one next door? (A) Both are the same height. √ (B) The cabinet is well-built. (C) The construction crew stops at noon. Part III: Short Conversations ~E3~ Directions: On the compact disc, you will hear a short converstation. In your test book, you will see a question and four possible answers. Choose the best answer to the question and fill in the corresponding oval on your answer sheet. 26. M: This should be a fun evening. W: Yes, I've been looking forward to seeing the play. M: The reviews haven't been that good though. What are they going to do? (A) Make a phone call. (B) Play tennis. (C) Go to the theater. √ (D) See a movie. 27. M: What seems to be the matter with your foream? W: I was getting off the bus and I fell down the stairs. M: It looks swollen. Let me take an X ray. Who are the speakers? (A) A doctor and patient. √ (B) A carpenter and foreman. (C) A mother and son. (D) A bus driver and a rider. 28. M: If we leave now, we can be there at six. W: It's rush hour now. Let's wait an hour. M: Alright, but don't blame me if we're late. Why does the woman want to wait? (A) She doesn't want to be early. (B) There is too much traffic. √ (C) She is sick. (D) She prefers to be late. 29. M: Oh no! the golf course is covered with snow. W: It's going to snow through the weekend. M: I wish my sport were skiing rather than golf. What does the man want to do? (A) Play in the snow. (B) Go skiing. (C) Play golf. √ (D) Go away for the weekend. 30. M: Did I have any calls? W: Yes - about twenty. I left all the messages in your desk. M: Thanks. Would you get me a purchase order form, please? Where does this conversation take place? (A) On the street. (B) In an office. √ (C) On a bus. (D) At home. 31. M: Are you too busy to see me sometime next week? W: Any day but Wednesday. Would Friday afternoon be OK? M: Actually, it's not. Let's meet the following week. When will they get together? (A) The week after next. √ (B) On Friday afternoon. (C) Next week. (D) On Wednesday morning. 32. M: Last year thirty percent of our budget was spent on advertising. W: Was that all in TV advertising? M: No, half of it was in print. What percentage was spent on advertising? (A) 5%. (B) 13%. (C) 15%. (D) 30%. √! 33. M: I'm really exhausted. W: I've never worked so hard in my life. M: We deserve a bonus for this. How do the speakers feel? (A) Tired. √ (B) Sad. (C) Poor. (D) Ecstatic. 34. M: How many more letters do I have to sign? W: There are only a few more and we'll be finished. M: I'm going to need a new pen after this. What are the speakers doing? (A) Signing letters. √ (B) Buying a new pen. (C) Making a sign. (D) Finishing a book. 35. M: I'd like to exchange this shirt, please. W: Of course, sir. What would you like instead? M: I'd prefer one with long sleeves and in blue. Where does this conversation take place? (A) At the stock exchange. (B) At a restaurant. (C) At a train station. (D) At a clothing store. √ 36. M: I'm almost finished doing the invoices and the payroll. W: I needed the tax statement for this quarter first. M: I can't compute the taxes without the salary information. What is the relationship of the speakers? (A) Singer and conductor. (B) Banker and customer. (C) Accountant and client. √ (D) Computer buyer and clerk. 37. M: Are you going to New York or Paris this fall? W: Neither. I want to go to some place warmer. M: Why don't you stay home then? What does the man suggest the woman do? (A) Go to warmer place. (B) Stay home. √ (C) Visit Paris. (D) Move to New York. 38. M: I can't this printer to work. The paper always jams. W: Let me see if I can fix it. M: Thanks. I really need to get these letters in the mail. What does the woman offer to do? (A) Fix the printer. √ (B) Type a letter. (C) Mail the letters. (D) Buy some jam. 39. M: Excuse me. But does this bus go to 75th Street? W: No. This one turns at 57th. You need the M5 bus. M: I've waited long enough for this one. I think I'll just walk. What did the man decide to do? (A) Take another bus. (B) Walk to 75th Street. √ (C) Turn at 57th Street. (D) Wait for his friend. 40. M: Did you see that bird? W: No, what kind was it? M: I don't know, but it flew by really fast. What did the man see? (A) Someone with the flu. (B) A fast-flying bird. √ (C) A kind person. (D) Someone from his past. Part IV: Short Talks ~E4~ Directions: On the compact disc, you will hear a short talk. In your test book, you will see several questions on the talk and four possible answers. Choose the best answer to the question and fill in the corresponding oval on your answer sheet. Questions 41 and 42 refer to the following announcement. - This train makes all stops between Grand Central Station and 125th (one-hundred-twenty-fifth) Street. The express train is across the station. Please step in and watch the closing doors. Now read question 41/42 in your test book and answer it. 41. Where was this announcement made? (A) On a train. √ (B) At an intersection. (C) On an escalator. (D) In a grain elevator. 42. What kind of service is provided? (A) Express - no stops. (B) Local - all stops. √ (C) Limited - some stops. (D) Out-of-service. Questions 43 and 44 refer to the following weather report. - At six AM the temperature at National Airport is 53 degrees. Today's forecast calls for rain early in the morning with skies clearing by noon. The rest of the day will be seasonably mild with winds developing in the evening. Now read question 43/44 in your test book and answer it. 43. What should people take to work in the morning? (A) Snow boots. (B) Luggage. (C) Sunscreen. (D) Umbrellas. √ 44. When will the weather clear up? (A) By 6:00 AM. (B) By noon. √ (C) By late afternoon. (D) By early evening. Questions 45 and 46 refer to the following announcement. - Due to the extremely hot weather, the electric company is planning to turn off power in certain districts during the day. This will reduce the total demand for electricity and prevent a city-wide shutdown of electrical services. Power will not be out longer than two hours in your area. Now read question 45/46 in your test book and answer it. 45. Why is power being turn off? (A) To reduce total demand. √ (B) To save money. (C) To make it cooler. (D) To make the city pay its bill. 46. How long will power be off? (A) Longer than two hours. (B) Less than two hours. √ (C) For one day. (D) Until the weather changes. Questions 47 and 48 refer to the following announcement. - Good morning, ladies and gentlemen. This is your cruise director speaking. It's 7:30 and it's a beautiful day at sea. We have a lot planned for you both on ship and on shore. The first shore excursion will depart from the Main Deck at 9 AM. Anyone wishing to go ashore at this time should report to the lounge for a ticket. Enjoy your breakfast. Now read question 47/48 in your test book and answer it. 47. Where does this announcement take place? (A) On a tour bus. (B) At the shore. (C) In a cocktail lounge. (D) On a ship. √ 48. What is required for the first excursion? (A) A hearty breakfast. (B) Some beautiful clothes. (C) A ticket. √ (D) A health report. Questions 49 and 50 refer following advertisement. - Are you tired of getting up to turn off the television? Tired of getting up to turn down the radio? Turn on the video recorder? Our new remote control will let you operate any electronic appliance in your home from a comfortable chair. Call our toll-free number for more information. No sales personnel will call your home. Now read question 49/50 in your test book and answer it. 49. What is being offered? (A) A television. (B) A radio. (C) A video recorder. (D) A remote control device. √ 50. How can a consumer learn more? (A) Have a salesperson call at home. (B) Visit their office. (C) Call a toll-free number. √ (D) Read an electronic magazine. ~E~ *********************************************************************** Model Test 1 ~0~ LISTENING COMPREHENSION ──────────────────────────────────────────────────── Part I: Picture ~E1~ Directions: In your test book, you will see a picture. On the compact disc, you will hear four statements. Choose the statement that most closely matches the picture and fill in the corresponding oval on your answer sheet. 1. Look at the picture marked number 1 in your test book. (A) The doctor is examining a patient. (B) The technician is working. √ (C) The chesmist is setting the meter. (D) The expert is logging new data. 2. Look at the picture marked number 2 in your test book. (A) Sympathy is visible in their faces. (B) The audience is applauding. (C) The conductor leads the orchestra. √ (D) The musicians are dealing with cancer. 3. Look at the picture marked number 3 in your test book. (A) The negotiators are meeting. √ (B) The participants are washing their glasses. (C) Preparations for the banquet have begun. (D) Vacant seats fill the room. 4. Look at the picture marked number 4 in your test book. (A) They are going to the show. (B) The leader is scouting the terrain. (C) The hikers have chosen their campsite. (D) The skiers walk across the mountain. √ 5. Look at the picture marked number 5 in your test book. (A) The men are shaking hands. (B) The speaker is explaining the chart. √ (C) The workers are enjoying a quick meal. (D) The trainees are watching TV. 6. Look at the picture marked number 6 in your test book. (A) The delivery man brought a fan. (B) This plant does light manufacturing. (C) The worker is in an automobile factory. √ (D) The chauffeur is in the car. 7. Look at the picture marked number 7 in your test book. (A) The cowboys are setting up for the rodeo. (B) The vines are full of ripe fruit. (C) The straw is very dry. (D) The men are loading the truck. √ 8. Look at the picture marked number 8 in your test book. (A) The staff look at their computers. √ (B) The terminal is full of customers. (C) Each worker has a private office. (D) Several employees are waiting in line. 9. Look at the picture marked number 9 in your test book. (A) The man is signing his name. (B) The electric bill is overdue. (C) The equipment uses laser beams. (D) The electrician checks the circuitry. √ 10. Look at the picture marked number 10 in your test book. (A) The gymnasium is primarily for racquet sports. (B) The athletes are boarding the train. (C) The people are exercising. √ (D) The people are examining the monitors. 11. Look at the picture marked number 11 in your test book. (A) The flags fly from the roof. √ (B) The court is in session. (C) The ceiling is very low. (D) The yard is full of tourists. 12. Look at the picture marked number 12 in your test book. (A) There's standing room only left on the bus. (B) People were trampled at the fair. (C) The conductor is wearing a pouch. √ (D) The bus stopped at the corner. 13. Look at the picture marked number 13 in your test book. (A) The robot runs automatically. (B) The man is pulling a lever. (C) The worker is recording data. √ (D) The worker is explaining the details. 14. Look at the picture marked number 14 in your test book. (A) The horses are racing. √ (B) The hoarse announcer can't catch up. (C) The writer is very fast. (D) The jockey has a twin. 15. Look at the picture marked number 15 in your test book. (A) The medicine is in the cabinet. (B) The technician stands beside the patient. √ (C) The woman scanned the newspaper. (D) The patient is completely submerged. 16. Look at the picture marked number 16 in your test book. (A) The trolley car is late. (B) The street cart vendor sells fruit. (C) The women are carrying dresses. (D) The cafe is near the street. √ 17. Look at the picture marked number 17 in your test book. (A) There are two banks on the hill. (B) The field has been plowed. (C) The pipelines cross the field. √ (D) Pale limestone covers the site. 18. Look at the picture marked number 18 in your test book. (A) The garden requires maintenance. (B) He is cleaning the floor. √ (C) He is sweeping with a broom. (D) The vacuum is stored securely. 19. Look at the picture marked number 19 in your test book. (A) A boat passes under the bridge. √ (B) The waterways are impassable. (C) The sailors went along the ridge. (D) The card game is called bridge. 20. Look at the picture marked number 20 in your test book. (A) The gardeners are cutting flowers. (B) The bridegroom is in the middle. (C) The husband is waving. (D) The newlyweds are posing. √ Part II: Question-Response ~E2~ Directions: On the compact disc, you will hear a question and three possible answers. Choose the answer that most closely answers the question and fill in the corresponding oval on your answer sheet. 21. Good evening. How are you? (A) It's time for bed. (B) Fine, thank you. √ (C) I'm not Mr. Goode. 22. Is this your pen? (A) No, it's not mine. √ (B) I don't know what will happen. (C) Yes, he's European. 23. Why are you late? (A) Since about three o'clock. (B) My car wouldn't start. √ (C) There are more than eight. 24. Who is coming with us? (A) She came after us. (B) Mitch is combing his hair. (C) My sister wants to. √ 25. When does the meeting begin? (A) At nine AM. √ (B) The windows are open. (C) The track meet is on Friday. 26. What's for dinner? (A) We're having steak. √ (B) My wife and her mother. (C) After I get home. 27. Where were you last week? (A) I was on vacation. √ (B) This weekend I'm at home. (C) The event will last a week. 28. How often do you play golf? (A) The play will be over at 10. (B) Get off the golf course. (C) Almost every Sunday. √ 29. Which way is faster? (A) The coast road is quicker. √ (B) My horse came in last. (C) I weight 180 pounds. 30. Are there any messages? (A) The massage room is over there. (B) Any of us could do it. (C) Your brother called three times. √ 31. What did the customer buy? (A) The customs officer is busy. (B) A pair of gloves. √ (C) He is nearby. 32. How much paper do we need? (A) Enough for ten copies. √ (B) The newspaper costs 25 cents. (C) I need to pay more. 33. When does the plane leave? (A) At the airport. (B) Before we take off. (C) In about 45 minutes. √ 34. Why don't you take a coffee break? (A) The cup was broken. (B) I have too much work. √ (C) The car brakes won't work. 35. Have you finished eating? (A) She finished the report. (B) The eggs haven't been beaten. (C) Yes, it was delicious. √ 36. Where is the hotel? (A) It's across from the park. √ (B) Rooms are $200 a night. (C) The elevator is around the corner. 37. Who painted this picture? (A) We paid for the picture frame. (B) She's a great photographer. (C) I forgot the artist's name. √ 38. Which desk is ours? (A) The hours are very long. (B) The one by the window. √ (C) Have a seat please. 39. When did you join the company? (A) I prefer to be alone. (B) In 2003. √ (C) My knee is out of joint. 40. How near is your office? (A) My earache is better. (B) My office is closed today. (C) It's only a few blocks from here. √ 41. Is this your pen or mine? (A) I'll open it when you want. (B) I think it's yours. √ (C) No, my pins are all copper. 42. What kind of books do you like to read? (A) I enjoy historical novels. √ (B) It looks like it's OK to proceed. (C) I couldn't find my book. 43. Why don't you buy a house? (A) I don't have room in my house. (B) Should I sell my house? (C) It's more economical to rent one. √ 44. Where did you have lunch? (A) I thought we were meeting for lunch tomorrow. (B) At the restaurant across the street. √ (C) Yes, let's go at noon. 45. Shouldn't we ask your father to join us? (A) He'd rather not come. √ (B) It's not that far. (C) The task was not finished. 46. Who was at the conference? (A) Our neighbors put up the fence. (B) The conference was yesterday. (C) Only people from our office attended. √ 47. Which shoes are more comfortable? (A) These sandals are more comfortable. √ (B) Use more tables on these charts. (C) Take off your shoes and be comfortable. 48. Where can I leave my coat? (A) I live on 14th Street. (B) Just hang it in the hall closet. √ (C) You can leave a note if you want. 49. When did you place the order? (A) The race started at ten. (B) I'll place it by the door. (C) I sent the order by fax last night. √ 50. Are we almost done? (A) Yes, this is the last one. √ (B) I like my steak well-done. (C) We won't have much fun. Part III: Short Conversations ~E3~ Directions: On the compact disc, you will hear a short converstation. In your test book, you will see a question and four possible answers. Choose the best answer to the question and fill in the corresponding oval on your answer sheet. 51. M: Can we meet at 3:00 or 4:00? W: I'm busy until 5:00. M: Let's meet then. When can they meet? (A) At 3:00. (B) At 4:00. (C) At 5:00. √ (D) At 10:00. 52. M: I'd like to make a deposit. W: Is your account at this branch? M: Yes, my checking account is. Who is the man talking to? (A) A teller. √ (B) A conductor. (C) A ranch hand. (D) An accountant. 53. M: The first stop on today's tour is the museum. W: Then are we going to the commercial district? M: No, next we'll tour the government buildings. Where will they go after visiting the museum? (A) To a shrine. (B) To some stores. (C) To a famous street. (D) To the government buildings. √ 54. M: You must change planes in Chicago. W: Is there a direct flight? M: No, but you could change planes in Denver instead. What would the woman prefer? (A) To take a direct flight. √ (B) To change planes in Denver. (C) To exchange her money. (D) To go by car. 55. M: Could you please bring two extra towels to Room 603? W: Certainly, sir. The housekeeper will bring them right away. M: I'd like some more soap, too. What does the man want? (A) A new apartment. (B) Better hotel service. (C) Towels and soap. √ (D) A different room. 56. M: I can't find a taxi. W: There is a taxi stand at the corner. M: Thank you. I'll get one there. What does the man want to do? (A) Stand on the corner. (B) Get a taxi. √ (C) Find his way. (D) Pay his taxes. 57. M: Good evening. Are you ready to order yet? W: The menu looks wonderful. What do you recommend? M: The chicken with rice is a local dish. It's very good. Who is the woman talking to? (A) Her boss. (B) Her doctor. (C) A waiter. √ (D) A maid. 58. M: I'm calling about the ad for the catering position. W: Do you have any experience? M: Yes, I've worked in the food and beverage industry for five years. What did the woman want to know about? (A) His experience. √ (B) His appearance. (C) His attitude. (D) His appetite. 59. M: Have you called the repairperson? W: Yes. He'll be here between 2:00 and 2:30. M: Oh, no! I have to make 50 copies by 1:00. When must the man's copies be done? (A) By 12:00. (B) By 1:00. √ (C) By 2:00. (D) By 2:30. 60. W: We need to have this report ready for the meeting. M: I can finish it on the plane. W: I can only work at home or at the office - not when I'm traveling. Where will the man finish the report? (A) At the office. (B) At home. (C) On a plane. √ (D) In a meeting. 61. W: Your room is number 439. It has a view of the city. M: What about my bags? W: The bellman will bring them up. What does the man ask about? (A) The view. (B) His room. (C) The city. (D) His luggage. √ 62. W: You always arrive late! M: Sorry. The bus was late. W: Buses are always late in the rain. You should leave earlier in bad weather. What should the man do when it rains? (A) Leave earlier. √ (B) Take an umbrella. (C) Drive his own car. (D) Stay at home. 63. M: I'm waiting for my wife and we're going shopping for the kids. W: I never shop during lunch. There's not enough time. M: When it's just the two of us, without the kids, we shop quickly. Who is the man waiting for? (A) A sales clerk. (B) His children. (C) A waitress. (D) His wife. √ 64. M: Should we sent it special delivery? W: It needs to get there as soon as possible. M: Overnight mail would be better, then. What are they discussing? (A) Staying overnight. (B) Sending a package. √ (C) Specializing in deliveries. √? (D) Getting mail. 65. M: There were too many people at this convention. W: I know. All of the presentations were overcrowded. M: Next year, they should get bigger rooms. What was wrong with the convention? (A) It was too serious. (B) It was too conventional. (C) It was too crowded. √ (D) It was too big. 66. M: I'm taking a train to Brussels tonight. W: Flying is much faster. M: Yes, but the airport is too far away. The train station is right downtown. Why is the man taking a train? (A) Flying is shorter. (B) It's going to rain. (C) Brussels is far away. (D) The train station is in the city. √ 67. W: The brochures are back from the printers. M: Good. They're right on schedule. W: Now I just have to address them and mail them. What will the woman do next? (A) Address the brochures. √ (B) Write the brochures. (C) Print the brochures. (D) Copy the brochures. 68. M: What do I owe you? W: It's eight dollars on the meter, plus a dollar fifty for your bags. M: Here you are, driver. Keep the change. Where does this conversation take place? (A) In a bus. (B) In a taxi. √ (C) In a store. (D) In an office. 69. M: Why do you keep dialing that number? W: I want to leave a message, but the answering machine turns off too soon. M: You'll just have to learn to talk faster! What is the woman doing? (A) Turning off a machine. (B) Answering a call. (C) Taking a message. (D) Making a phone call. √ 70. M: Would you like a window seat, or an aisle seat? W: A window seat, please. Is that a dinner flight? M: Yes, and they'll show a movie, too. What is the man's job? (A) Travel agent. √ (B) Bank teller. (C) Sales representative. (D) Tour guide. 71. M: Drive past the park and turn right. There is a bank on the corner. W: Does it have a drive-in window? M: Yes, and there's a parking lot, too. Where does the woman want to go? (A) To a fast food restaurant. (B) To the bank. √ (C) To the park. (D) To the parking lot. 72. M: Work is slow because everyone has to wait to use the printer. W: What should we do about it? M: The first thing is to buy more printers. What might solve the problem? (A) Using fewer printers. (B) Starting a sign-up sheet. (C) Making people wait. (D) Buying more printers. √ 73. M: I'm tired of all the rain. W: They've been predicting rain all week. M: Then I guess I won't be able to play golf tomorrow. Why can't the man play golf tomorrow? (A) He's getting sick. (B) He's tired. (C) It's going to rain. √ (D) He'll play at ten. 74. M: Mr. Green left a message for you to call him later this afternoon. W: Did he say what he wanted? M: He wants to change the dinner menu. He'll be in his office after four. When should the woman call? (A) After 10 AM. (B) Around noon. (C) After 4:00. √ (D) After dinner. 75. M: We'd like to offer you the position of human resources assistant. W: Thank you. I'm happy to accept. M: I'm sure you'll like working here. What is the woman happy about? (A) She got a job. √ (B) She made an offer. (C) She found some resources. (D) She accepted some help. 76. M: I'm out of stationery. Do you need anything from the supply room? W: Yes, I'm out of pens and paper clips. M: I'll bring you a box of each. What will the man get from the supply room? (A) Paper clips. (B) Boxes. (C) Pens and stationery. (D) Stationery, pens, and paper clips. √ 77. M: This chair is really uncomfortable! W: I think that chair is designed for someone taller than you. M: Maybe I'll ask for a new one. Why is the man uncomfortable? (A) He needs a different keyboard. (B) He needs a different chair. √ (C) He needs new shoes. (D) He should sit up straight. 78. M: I tried to call you, but I got a busy signal. W: I'm sorry. I left the phone off the hook. M: You could miss important calls that way. What was wrong with the woman's phone? (A) It was broken. (B) It was being used. (C) It was off the hook. √ (D) It was tied up with important calls. 79. W: Do you have the banking report? M: No, I don't. I loaned it to Mr. Smith. W: Okay. I'll get it from him. What will the woman do? (A) Borrow the report from Mr. Smith. √ (B) Lend the report to Mr. Smith. (C) Take out a loan. (D) Go to the bank. 80. M: Stay away from the building and move out of the street. W: What's wrong, officer? M: There's smoke coming from one of the windows. The fire department is on the way. What is happening? (A) The windows need cleaning. (B) There is a fire. √ (C) There is a traffic accident. (D) Someone is smoking. Part IV: Short Talks ~E4~ Directions: On the compact disc, you will hear a short talk. In your test book, you will see several questions on the talk and four possible answers. Choose the best answer to the question and fill in the corresponding oval on your answer sheet. Questions 81 and 82 refer to the following announcement. - This train provides service to all arrival and departure gates, baggage claims, and ticketing areas. Colorcoded maps and signs are posted within each car. Please move to the center of the car and away from the doors. Now read question 81/82 in your test book and answer it. 81. Where is this train located? (A) In an airport. √ (B) In a city. (C) Along the coast. (D) At an amusement park. 82. Where should you stand when in a train car? (A) By the doors. (B) By the windows. (C) In the center. √ (D) At either end. Questions 83 and 84 refer to the following recording. - Thank you for calling the City Museum. We are open to the public from ten until six Monday through Saturday, and from one until five on Sundays. Information about special exhibits, classes, and lectures can be obtained by calling our Education Office at 548-6251. Now read question 83/84 in your test book and answer it. 83. When on Sundays is the museum open? (A) In the morning. (B) In the afternoon. √ (C) In the evening. (D) All day. 84. If you would like information about lectures, what should you do? (A) Go to the museum. (B) Write a letter. (C) Call another number. √ (D) Stay on the line. Questions 85 and 86 refer to the following announcement. - Organizing your workday is the key to getting things done. Start every morning by making a list of things you need to do during the day. Next, rank each task on the list according to its importance. Work on the most important task first, and stay with it until it is completed. Then, move on to the next task. Now read question 85/86 in your test book and answer it. 85. What is the first step in getting organized? (A) Set a timeline. (B) Get clutter out of your life. (C) Buy a calendar. (D) Make a list of things to be done. √ 86. What should you do next? (A) Rank the tasks by their importance. √ (B) Do a little work on every task. (C) Start working on the first task. (D) Eliminate items and rewrite the list. Questions 87 and 88 refer to the following advertisement. - Our holiday sale offers you great savings on new office furniture. All desks, chairs, tables, and filing cabinets are on sale. We also have sale prices on office accessories like lamps and bookcases. Now is the time to give your office a great new look at a low, low price. Now read question 87/88 in your test book and answer it. 87. What does the advertisement encourage you to do? (A) Take a holiday. (B) Redecorate your office. √ (C) Look at your office again. (D) Save some money. 88. Which items does the ad mention? (A) Decorations. (B) Carpeting. (C) Wallpaper.