ACTUAL TEST 1: PART 3 4. Whatis the conversation mainly about? (A)-Atelevision service (B) Anewspaper subscription (C) Aradio program (D) A theater production » What does the woman ask for? (A) Abank balance (B) The Web-site address of a business (C) The spelling of a name (D) A serial number s take effect? (A) Today (B) Tomorrow (C) Next week (D) Next month According to the woman, when will the chang” a-3 M: Good afternoon. I currently subscribe to your Gold Plan satellite television package. Id like to switch to the Platinum Plan because there are some new movie channels that I'd like to watch. W: Of course, I’d be happy to help you upgrade your subscription. Could you spell your last name for me so that I can look up your account? M: Yes, it’s K-W-A-N. When should. expect to have access to the extra channels? W: Your account will reset tomorrow at six A.M.,.so you'll be able to watch them first thing in the morning. I just want to remind you that an extra fifteen dollars will appear on your ‘next monthly bill for this expanded service.J 4-6 4. Where most likely does the woman work (A) Atan airport M: Hi, P'm calling to book a train (B)-Atshieyele shop ticket from London to Edinburgh, (C) Ata train station please. I’d like to leave around ten o’clock on Tuesday morning. (D) Ata taxi stand W: Certainly, sir. Tecan reserve a seat Why is the man calling? for you on the train departing for Edinburgh at ten thirty. The cheapest fare is eighty-five pounds. - (A) To find out the hours of operation (B) To schedule a service (C) To reserve a ticket M: OK, I'd like to buy that ticket, () To inquire about a delay please. I'd also like to find out whether there’s room on the train for passengers to take bicycles, 6. What does the woman say will cost extra’ (A) Transporting a bicycle W: Yes, there is, but it'll cost three (B) Traveling during rush hour balls raver fe lreserve.elepaee for (C) Changing a reservation — (D) Upgrading to business class ACTUAL TEST 2: PART 37. ° 2 What are the speakers discussing? (A) Atelephone bill (8) An electricity bill (C) Aweather report (D) Abroken air conditioner Why might the man make a phone call? (A) To request repair service (8) To report a power failure (C) To ask about electricity rates (D) To request a copy of his bill ). What does the woman want the man to do? (A) Tell her what he finds out (B) Respond to her phone message (C) Pick up her mail (D) Correct the error on her bill Q7-9 M: I got a bill from the electric company in the mail today. It’s so expensive! W: Mine is too. I guess that’s because I’ve been using the air conditioner so much in this hot weather. M: So have I, but I still don’t think I should have been billed this much. Maybe I should call the electric company and find out if the rates have gone up. W: That’s a good idea. They're very responsive by phone10. “1. 42. Whatis the purpose of Martha's call to Jeffrey? (A) To tell him she is going out of town (B) To ask him to pay for some additional research (C) To thank him for meeting with her (D) To tell him she mailed a report to him What department does Martha most likely work in? (A) Library services (8) Sales (C) Research (D) Communications What does Martha plan to do? (A) Make revisions to her report (8) Send Jeffrey more money (C) Take some time off work (D) Give Jeffrey some advice Q10-12 M: Hello, Jeffrey Hines speaking W: This is Martha Benjamin, 'm calling to let you know I’ve put my research report in the interoffice mail. You should have it this afternoon. I hope you’re still willing to review it for me. M: Of course. I'll be out of town on business for the next few days, but I'll take it with me. I also have your request for additional money to continue your research. W: Thanks very much. Don’t worry about the typos — Ill be sending the report to an editor. But please make suggestions about the content. It’s only the first draft and I’m going to make revisions. I’m really looking forward to your feedback.5. ist urpose of the call? Q13-15 STE M: Hi, this is Steven Lim. I applied (A) TToaecent a job offer for a receptionist position in Dr. (B) Toadvertise a position Houston’s office two weeks ago. I (C) To request a résumé was wondering if the position had (D) To check on a job application been filled? ; W: Hi, Mr. Lim, Well, no. In fact, I 14. For which day has Mr. Lim’s appointment yas just about to call you because been scheduled? Joulre onsof theepplicats we have selected for an interview. Could you A) Tusedey come in this week? Sometime (B) Wednesday (C) Thursday (0) Friday M: Sure, Wednesday would work best for me. Eleven thirty? between Tuesday and Friday? i a 15, What is Mr. Lim toldtalgo? W: Yes, that’s okay. Please remember (A) Make a telephone call that there won’t be anyone at the (B) Make a doctor's appointment reception desk, (C) Meet with Maureen Horgan so come straight to room twelve and (D) Stop at the receptionist desk ask to speak with Maureen Horgan.47. 18. 19. 20. 21. What is the woman about to do? (A) Submit a proposal (B) Get some coffee (C) Copy some documents (D) Give a presentation Who is the man? (A) Apubiic relations director (B) Anewspaper reporter (C) A computer technician (D) An office manager What are the speakers planning to do this afternoon? (A) Meet with journalists (B) Participate in a staff meeting (C) Conduct a job interview (D) Organize a business lunch Why is the woman at Houseman Incorporated? (A) To register for a class (B) To have a business junch (C) To lead a seminar (D) To attend an interview What does the man ask the woman to do? (A) Wait in the lobby (B) Update an application (C) Wear a badge (D) Provide photo identification What does the man say has changed? (A) The location of a meeting (B) The date of an event (C) The length of a session (0) The number of participants 6-18 W: Excuse me. Do you know where the photocopier is? I just started working here and there’s all this paperwork I have to submit today. M: The photocopiers are at the end of the hall, on the left. You must be Sara, the new office manager. I'm Ken Dayies. I’m the public relations director here. W: Oh, hi Ken. Are you the Ken Davies who’s speaking at the staff meeting this afternoon? M: That's me. I'll be giving a presentation on maintaining good relations with the news media. I guess I'll see you at the meeting, then. Qu921 W: Hi, I’m Petra Barlow. I have an interview for a position in the accounting department here at Houseman Incorporated. M: Hello, Ms. Barlow. Let me check in the computer. While I do that, would you put on this visitor’s badge so it’s easy to see? W: Yes, of course. I’m supposed to meet with Helen Wade in the meeting room 2B. Is that right? M: Actually, it looks like there was a Jast-minute change. You'll be meeting in room 12A instead, It’s down that hallway and to your left. W: Thanks a lot!22, What are the speakers discussing? (A) Anew kind of bicycle (B) Accompany logo (cy Aletter (D) Anew store 23, What is an aspect of the company that the man thinks is important? (A) Value for money (B) Creativity (C) Reliability (D) Timeliness Ur. W: I can’t believe the trouble we had coming up with the design for our new logo. It seems to have taken forever. M: Yes, but the results are worthwhile, don’t you think? It sums up exactly what our company stands for: it looks both sporty and dependable. W: Yes, and it comes out well both small on our letterhead and large on 24. What type of company do the speakers Most our store signs and products. Look at likely work for? (A) A graphic-design company (B) Afitness center (C) Aprinting company (0) Asporting-goods manufacturer these tennis rackets and our new mountain bikes. They look fantastic! ACTUAL TEST 1: PART 4 4. Who most likely is the message for? (A) The owner of a store (8) The manager of a lab (C) A safety inspector (D) A firefighter » What is the purpose of the message? (A) To schedule a training session (B) To request assistance with a report (C) To give the results of a safety inspection (D) To discuss the purchase of equipment s What does the speaker recommend? (A) Hanging a sign (B) Hiring an assistant (C) Ordering supplies (D) Repeating an inspection 1-93 Mr. Durand, this is Laura Chong. I've just finished the safety inspection of Your lab and wanted to let you know the results. Overall, your facility passes with high marks, so you're in good shape. Most of the things I looked at, such as whether the floor was clear of objects and the equipment was properly stored, were fine. The only thing you need to do is put up a sign indicating where the fire extinguisher is. All of your workers may know where it is, but someone new who comes to the lab would need to know where to find it.|. Who is speaking? (A) Anewspaper reporter (8) A company's vice president (C) Anew olient (D) A customer service representative . What is this announcement about? (A) Anew company (B) Anewspaper article (C) An employment opportunity (0) An increase in sales . According to the announcement, what will ‘employees receive? (A) New offices (B) More vacation time (C) Abonus (D) Product samples. Q4-06 Good afternoon. As vice president of the Bach Company sales division, I am proud to share with you today some extremely positive news. Our company has just reported a second- quarter gain of nearly 10 percent in sales. [ attribute this growth to excellent customer service and the expansion of our product line. Iam sure you Will all be pleased to know that the positive growth of our firm ensures that all employees will receive a bonus in May. . Where does Mike work? (A) Ata travel agency (B) Ata publishing company (C) Ata bookstore (D) Ata library 3. What is the purpose of the phone message? (A) To order some books (B) To make an appointment (C) To request a new version of a manuscript (0) To confirm travel arrangements ). Why is Susan in Miami? (A) She is on vacation, (B) She is attending a conference. (C) She is interviewing for a job. (D) She is on a business trip. Qo Hi, Susan. This is Mike calling from Atlantic Publishers. I know you're in Miami on vacation, but I’m calling regarding your manuscript. Before you left for this trip, I think you sent us the wrong version of your book by mistake. I began to make changes, and then I realized that this was the old version. I need your final manuscript as soon as possible so that I can review it and send it to the printing company. They are still hoping to print it by the end of next month. P'll be in Houston on business for a few days, but you can reach me on my cell phone. Have a good vacation, Susan, and [’IL talk to you soon,10. What is the main topicof the business report? (A) Anew building project (B) A decrease ina Company's profits (C) Aningrease in taxes (0) Anew regulation on exports 11. What type of company is Patel Enterprises? (A) Aconstruction company (B) An insurance company {C) Asteel company (0) An investment company 12. According to the business report, what might happen at Patel Enterprises? (A) Amove to a new location (B) A reduction in workers’ salaries (C) A decrease in manufacturing costs (D) A change in company ownership 0-12 In today’s business news, Patel Enterprises announced a drop in profits of seven percent in its fourth quarter. According to the company’s owner, the loss was most likely due to an increase in the price of steel. Patel is the largest construction company in the area and has been hurt before by increases in the price of building materials, such as steel. This quarter’s loss of seven percent makes Patel a very attractive candidate for purchase by other companies. In fact, Dinh Industries, Patel’s main competitor, has expressed interest in purchasing Patel for thirty-seven million dollars. It remains to be seen whether the owner of Patel will take this offer. 13, What type of business is being advertised? (A) An airline (8) Abank (©) Atravel agency (0) Abookstore 14. What does the business specialize in? (A) Tours of Japan and Korea (8) Books on Latin America (C) Discount airfare to Europe {D) Language courses 15. According to the advertisement, how can customers get more information? (B) By making a phone call (C) By sending an e-mail (D) By reading a travel brochure 3-15 M-Am Are you looking for a travel agency with a solid reputation and a knowledgeable staff? Then look no further than Benson's Travel Agency located in downtown Andover. Benson's Travel Agency has been in business for 30 years, helping customers book reasonably priced trips worldwide. We specialize in tours of Asia, especially of Japan and Korea. In fact, we're currently offering discount airfare on 10-day guided trips to Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto. Or if you are planning a trip to Europe or Latin America, our expert agents can assist you with all of the arrangements. Just give us a call at 256-3457 or stop by our conveniently located office.16, 47. 18. Who is the speaker probably addressing? (A) Agroup of technical trainers (B) Agroup of new employees (C) Guests at a special dinner (D) Historians at a convention What will Karen Maitland do? (A) Answer questions about policies (B) Talk about company products (C) Lead a tour of the company (D) Meet with the trainers When will a video be shown? (A) This moming (B) This afternoon (C) Tomorrow morning (D) Tomorrow afternoon Q16-18 W-Br Welcome to Jasson Industries’ new employee orientation. My name is Wendy Cho, and I will be spending about 30 minutes introducing you to the schedule for this week's training. At 10:30 we will take a brief break, and then Karen Maitland from the personnel and benefits office will go over the forms in your packet and answer any questions you may have about company policies. Karen has been with the company since it was started and has lots of information to share with you. Lunch will be provided from 12:00 noon to one o'clock in the afternoon, we'll start with an excellent video about the history of Jasson Industries, Following the video, at 3:30, we will break up into groups by the department you'll be working in, and you will meet your group trainers. Your technical training will begin tomorrow. Your trainers will explain where and when to meet and give you any materials you will need to get started.19, 20. 2. \Who fs the speaker most likely talking to? (A) Civilengineers (8) Travel agents (C) Hotel employees {D) City officials What is the reason for the announcement? (A) To give a tour description (8) To introduce a guest speaker (C) To nominate a new president (D) To mention schedule changes What are listeners asked to do in the lobby? (A) Wait for a tour guide (8) Greet hotel guests (C) Look for program changes (D) Sign up for a conference Q19-21 M-Br Welcome to the Tenth Annual Conference of the International Association of Civil Engineers. Before we hear our opening address, I want to mention some changes that have been made to today’s schedule. Many of you have signed up for the eleven o'clock session on innovative structural materials in civil engineering. The session is so full that ithad to be moved from the Magnolia Lounge to Ballroom A. Also, there has been a time change for the luncheon for the association's outgoing president, James Dixon, it will be held at one o'clock, instead of twelve o'clock. Any additional changes to the conference program will he posted on the board near the registration desk in the hotel lobby. So please check there from time to time. u22, What is Susie Park calling about? (A) Amagazine subscription rate (BY A ticket for a sporting event (C) An event that has been canceled (D) Aproblem with her cable service . According to the message, what is Susie Park's job? (A) She organizes receptions. (B) She works for a magazine. (C) She produces television programs. (0) She installs cable service. |. What does Susie Park ask the company to do? (A) Send a repair person (B) Connect a telephone line (C) Give her a discount (D) Send her a refund Q22-24 W-Br Hi. This is Susie Park. Your technician was here yesterday to install cable television service at my house, but last night I had some problems with it. Most of the Television programs don't have very good reception, and some of the channels I ordered I can't view at all, including a few of the sports channels. I'ma writer for a sports magazine, so I really need to watch these sports channels for my work. Could you send someone out to take care of the problem as soon as possible? Once again, my name is Susie Park, and you can reach me at 555-9988. 12