Listening Comprehension

In this section of the test, you will have a chance to show how well you understand
spoken English.

PART I
Directions: For each question, you will see a picture in your text book and you
will hear four short statements. The statements will be spoken just one time. They
will not be printed in your test book, so you must listen carefully to understand what
the speaker says.
When you hear the four statements, look at the picture in your test book and choose
the statement that best describes what you see in the picture. Then, on your answer
sheet, find the number of the question and mark your answer.

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Direction: 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.

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Part III
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Direction: In this part of the test, you will hear 30 short conversations
between two people. The conversation will not be printed in your test book.
You will hear the conversations only once, so you must listen carefully to
understand what the speakers say.
In your test book you will read a question about each conversation. The
question will be followed by four answers. You are to choose the best answer
to each question and mark it on your answer sheet.
31 Why cant the woman help him?
a. She is of
b. Shes leaving at noon
c. She has to help Mr. Brown
d. Shes busy doing something else
32 How much does the woman to pay?
a. $ 42.05
b. $ 45
c. $ 60
d. $ 245
33 How many copies does the woman need?
a. 50
b. 100
c. 150
d. 200
34 How long will the man have to wait?
a. 8 minutes
b. 9 minutes
c. 15 minutes
d. 50 minutes
35. When will the woman be in the office?
a. 2:00
b. 2:30
c. 10:00
d. 10:30
36. What is in the briefcase?
a. Notes
b. A report
c. A cell Phone
d. Phone number
37. When will the speaker meet?
a. 3:00

b. 4:00
c. 5:00
d. 6:00
38. How will the man travel?
a. By plane
b. By rail
c. By bus
d. By car
39. Where does this conversation take place?
a. At a store
b. At a hotel
c. At a restaurant
d. At a department store
40. When does the woman want to interview the man?
a. Today
b. Next Sunday
c. Next Monday
d. Next Tuesday

Part IV
Direction: In this part of the test, you will hear several short talks. Each will
be spoken just one time. They will not be printed in your test book. So you
must listen carefully to understand and remember what is said. In your test
book you will read two or more questions about each short talk. The
questions will be followed by four answers.
41.Who is audience for this advertisement?
a. Airline pilots
b. Business people

c. Tourists
d. Students
42.Why is this computer useful away from the office?
a. Its portable
b. It can be rented
c. It has a long-life battery pack
d. Its easy to use
43.How can a customer get a discount from this advertisement?
a. By ordering on line
b. By calling the company
c. By completing an application
d. By ordering next month
44.What best describes the weather conditions the area is facing?
a. Cold
b. Fog
c. Snow and ice
d. Wind and rain
45.What problem will this weather cause tomorrow?
a. People will have trouble getting to work
b. People wont have enough heat
c. Flights will be cancelled
d. People should buy plenty of food
46.How will the weather be tomorrow?
a. Icy
b. Clear
c. Warmer
d. Freezing
47.Which is mentioned as a way to get more exercise?
a. Doing aerobics after work
b. Riding a stationary bicycle during breaks
c. Walking during lunch
d. Stretching
48.What advice is given about eating?
a. Eat more at night
b. Dont eat before bed
c. Eat fruit and vegetables
d. Dont eat a lot of nuts

49.Where would you be likely to hear this message?

a. At a government agency
b. On a personal phone
c. At a recording studio
d. On an intercom
50.What type of message should you leave?
a. Confidential
b. Clear
c. Detailed
d. Short