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1- Tourist: Could you tell me how to get to the train
station, please?
Local: ...........
Tourist: I knew it was nearby. Thanks so much
for your help.
A) Well, actually this area is not on the rail
line.
B) Oh, it's very close to where I live.
C) Sorry, I'm not from around here and don't
know either.
D) Sure, go to the corner and turn left. It's
right there.
E) The station? You can't walk there. You
have to take the bus.
2- Janet: I can't come to the party tonight. My
mother's been really ill and I have to look after
her.
Sally: .............
Janet: Thanks. I hope not as well.
A) Well, I hope she won't be so inconsiderate
next week.
B) I'm sorry to hear that. I hope it's nothing
serious.
C) Oh that's bad news. I hope you two have a
good time together.
D) Why don't you bring her along. It might
cheer her up.
E) I can't stand sick people. I hope my parents
never get so demanding.
3- Detective: Now then Mr Powell, where were you
on the night of the 15th of March?
Mr Powell: The 15th of March? ..........
Detective: Well, perhaps this button from your
jacket may help you remember.
A) I'm afraid I have no idea. I've got a terrible
memory.
B) Of course, I will, but I may not remember
every detail.
C) Wait a minute! Haven't you questioned me
about that case before?
D) Yes, please do. I tend to forget things that
happened a long time ago.
E) Do you want me to tell the whole case, or
just the time of the murder?
4- Ken: Hi George, hello Anna. Let me take your
coats.
George: Thanks. What a lovely house.
Ken: ..........
George: Great, I'm starving.
A) You look as if you haven't had a decent
meal in days.
B) It's coming along, but we don't have a
kitchen yet.
C) I'm glad you like it. Dinner will be ready
soon.
D) Do you want to have a swim in the pool
before dinner?
E) Would you like to eat here on the porch, or
by the swimming-pool?
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5- Dan: It's raining so hard I can barely see the
road.
Sam: ............
Dan: Well, I wish you'd said this earlier.
A) We should have just stayed at home
tonight.
B) The weather forecast wasn't bad, though.
C) It hasn't rained so hard for ages, has it?
D) Do you think we should pull over and wait
for a while?
E) Aren't you exaggerating? We'll only drive
two miles.
6- Jane: Are you still working? It's lunchtime and
you've been working non-stop since 8:30.
Mary: I know, but I still have so many fazes to
type and send.
Jane: .............
Mary: I can't. If they aren't done by 1:30, I'll be
in trouble.
A) Why should you do everything? Tell the
boss to type them himself.
B) OK, then. Let's take all day tomorrow off
and relax.
C) Have I told you I'm going to Spain for my
holiday? Why don't you come along?
D) I think you need a break. Finish them after
lunch.
E) Well, I always make sure I get my work
done with time to spare.
7- Kathy: ...........
Robert: Sure, he's in here, sitting on the table.
Kathy: Good. I thought I heard him on the roof.
A) Isn't your brother in town this week?
B) Have you fed the kitten already?
C) Is dinner ready yet? I'm starving!
D) I think we should get the roof fixed, don't
you think?
E) Have you seen the cat recently?
8- Terry: ..............
Walter: Oh, he's in trouble with the boss.
Terry: Really? What for?
Walter: It seems he was late again and has
been given a written warning.
A) When did Lany get in today?
B) What's the matter with Larry?
C) Have you seen the boss yet?
D) Was Lany late again today?
E) Why is the boss so angry?
9- Kirn: Who's that package from?
Nancy: ...........
Kirn: Well then, let me have it so I can find out.
A) It's from your brother in France.
B) It's the stuff you ordered last week.
C) I'm sending my dad a present.
D) I don't know. It's addressed to you.
E) I bought it at Migros. It was on sale.
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10- Grandpa: Have I ever told you about the first
time I visited Newcastle?
Grandson: I guess you have. ...........
Grandpa: No, it was long arter that. I was a
married man then.
Grandson: Oh, I'd like to hear that story then!
A) Did you go there before or after you got
married?.
B) How could you have forgotten that you
were telling me about it just yesterday?
C) And I must admit that I couldn't have
endured so many problems at such a
young age.
D) But Johnny may not have heard that story,
and I'm sure he'll be glad to listen to it.
E) Was it just after you left home at the age of
twenty?
11- Patient: I just don't seem to be able to sleep at
night.
Doctor: ..............
Patient: No more than five or six.
Doctor: You must cut down, especially in the
evening.
A) How often do you take naps in the
afternoon?
B) What time do you usually go to bed at
night?
C) How many cups of coffee do you drink a
day?
D) Have you had any extra stress at work
lately?
E) What time do you generally wake upin the
morning?
12- Ian: ............
Mary: Ugh! What is it?
lan: Some kind of spider, I think.
Mary: Please, get it off me now!
A) Don't walk barefoot around here because
there may be dangerous insects.
B) You've got something crawling up your
back.
C) I hope you don't have a phobia about
insects!
D) I think something has just bitten me on the
neck.
E) Oh, what a lovely creature! Can I keep it for
my insect collection?
13- Leonard: .............
Walter: Yes, I phoned him from work last week.
Leonard: Really? I didn't know that he'd had a
telephone installed. Can I have his number?
Walter: Sure. It's 867-5309.
A) Have you spoken to Arthur recently?
B) Did anyone call while I was out?
C) I heard Tony's nephew died in a car
accident.
D) Are you still not talking to Albert?
E) I called Bob at home yesterday evening.
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14- Olivia: Could you give me a lift to the station?
Sam: .............
Olivia: Oh, no problem then. Thanks a lot,
anyway.
A) When do you have to be there?
B) Why don't you take the train?
C) Sorry, but my wife's got the car.
D) Where are you going? On holiday?
E) Sure, but can you wait a few minutes?
15- Theresa: I can't wait to find out what happens at
the end of this book.
David: ................
Theresa: Don't you dare try to spoil it for me!
A) I bet the movie would be exciting, too.
B) I've read it. I'll tell you now, shall I?
C) You've been reading that book for weeks.
D) I'm surprised you enjoy reading that
rubbish.
E) Don't forget to return it when you've
finished it.
16- Karen: ............
Pamela: Is that so? I might be interested. What
exactly are they looking for?
Karen: It doesn't say. It just says, 'Staff wanted.'
A) My boss tells me that he wants to employ
some more staff.
B) My interview went very well, and the salary
is really fantastic.
C) Turkish Airlines is advertising in the
appointment section today.
D) I'm going to McDonald's to see if they
happen to need anybody.
E) I've heard that one can sometimes get a
summer job at Topkapi Palace.
17- Daniel: Neville is really getting on my nerves at
the moment.
Ben: .............
Daniel: Neither can I, especially if it is always
about themselves, as is the case with Neville.
A) Yes, he's so selfish. He just can't think of
anyone else.
B) Mine, too. I can't stand people who never
stop talking.
C) l agree he's a bit irritating, but I don't find
him that bad.
D) I really don't know how you can say that. I
really like him.
E) Really? I hadn't noticed that he was any
worse than usual.
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18- Paula: ...........
Kathy: Well, I know it was horrible, but you must
try to forget about it.
Paula: I know, but it's hard when something like
that happens right in front of you.
A) I had such an awful time at the dentist's
today.
B) That was the worst exam I've ever had to
write.
C) l can't stop thinking about the accident I
saw today.
D) I had a really exhausting day at work
today.
E) The dinner party I gave last night was a
total failure.
19- Janine: Good grief! You were blonde this
morning.
Lisa: Yes, I've just been to the hairdresser.
What do you think?
Janine: .............
Lisa: Me, too. It's quite a change, isn't it?
A) Sorry, but I really don't like red hair.
B) I honestly didn't notice any difference.
C) Well, I'll need to get used to it.
D) I hope you didn't Jay too much for it.
E) In my opinion, it's a great improvement.
20- Tina: I'm sorry I'm late. Have you been waiting
long?
Kay: .............
Tina: Oh no! You've been here for ages then.
A) In fact, it took me a long time to find the
place.
B) It doesn't matter. I've just arrived myself.
C) Yes, I'm getting very bored and impatient.
D) I suppose you got stuck in the traffic, like
me.
E) Well, I was half an hour early actually.
21- Ken: .............
Bob: I've hurt my back, so I'm not playing at the
moment.
Ken: That's a pity. Perhaps I'll ask Charles then.
A) Do you fancy a round of golf tomorrow?
B) Would you like to go jogging this evening?
C) Could I come and watch the football with
you?
D) How are your tennis lessons going these
days?
E) What have you been up to lately, Bob?
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22- Andrea: My hair is looking dreadful at the
moment and I've got an interview tomorrow.
Sheryl: ................
Andrea: That's a great idea. Do you know a
good place?
Sheryl: Well, there's a salon on King Street that
I like.
A) Why don't you let me cut your hair for you
this afternoon?
B) Let's go shopping and you can buy a really
nice new suit.
C) l think you should put your hair up in a bun.
I can help you if you like.
D) Well, if I were you, I'd have my hair done
before I went.
E) Yes, it doesn't look very nice. You had
better wear a hat, perhaps.
23- Peter: I've been trying to get hold of Mary, but
she's not in the office.
Mark: ...............
Peter: So she has! I'd completely forgotten.
Mark: I think she said she'd be at home this
evening.
A) That's because she's taken the afternoon
off to go to the dentist.
B) Mary lost her job last week, and she's
looking for another one.
C) It's Saturday today. She doesn't work on
Saturday afternoons.
D) She went home early because she wasn't
feeling very well.
E) She's only working part-time now. She
doesn't have to work late.
24- Clara: .................
Janet: Oh, I share your opinion completely.
They definitely should.
Anna: I disagree. I have to work — we need the
money.
Clara: I'm sorry. I didn't mean to offend you.
A) People shouldn't talk about how much they
earn, should they?
B) Anna, I think you should give up work now
that you have a child.
C) Do you think women should earn the same
salaries as men?
D) I'd like to know if you think my firm should
pay me more.
E) I think all mothers should stay home with
their children.
25- Daisy: Your car's running very smoothly. Have
you recently had it serviced?
Bob: Not exactly, but I had a new engine put in
last week.
Daisy: ..................
Bob: Yes, I did.
A) Did you do all the work yourself?
B) That must have cost you a lot of money.
C) Oh, you're very good at fixing your car then.
D) l suppose you took it to your local garage.
E) What did you do with the old engine?
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26- Karen: Don't you work for the lawyers Matthews
and Bourne?
Grace: .............
Karen: Oh dear, I'm really sorry to hear that.
Grace: Never mind. I've already found a new
and better job.
A) Yes, but they are suffering from a lack of
clients these days.
B) You seem as if you haven't heard that they
went bankrupt.
C) Oh, I've only been with them for a little
more than three months.
D) I used to, before I started my own business
with a friend of mine.
E) Is it true that you used to work before you
got married?
27- Alfred: I suggest we try the new Chinese
Restaurant on the corner of Bridge Street and
Main Avenue.
Henry: Sorry, but I can't stand Chinese food.
Donald: ................
Alfred: Well, you choose then, as it really
doesn't matter to me.
A) I think you've been there before, haven't
you? Was it nice?
B) Nor do I. I always feel ill after I've eaten a
Chinese meal.
C) Actually, neither can I. Why don't we go
somewhere else?
D) So do I! Isn’t it the most disgusting food
you've ever had?
E) Oh, having just received my salary, I can
afford to go to such an expensive
restaurant.
28- Basil:...............
Doug: Yes, he has, and I'm afraid he's still not
back.
Basil: Well, will you send him to my office as
soon as he returns? I need to see him urgently.
Doug: Yes, of course I will, Basil.
A) Has Larry gone to the bank again?
B) Has anyone seen Larry in the office?
C) When's Larry seeing the accountant?
D) Is Larry still on his lunch break?
E) Larry hasn't arrived here yet, has he?
29- Sally: Did you see Teresa yesterday?
Alice: ..............
Sally: Have they really? What wonderful news!
Alice: Yes, she was really excited about it.
A) Yes, I did. She's found a new job as a
journalist with a new women's magazine.
B) Yes. She and Bruce have finally got
engaged and set a date for the wedding.
C) Teresa told me some fantastic news. You
really won't believe what's happened.
D) Yes. They haven't found a flat yet even
though they have been looking for one
month.
E) No. She's still on holiday in London and
won't be back until next Wednesday.
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30- John: I hear James is leaving his company.
Bill: ..............
John: Didn't he? That's strange.
Bill: Maybe he hasn't made a final decision yet.
A) No, that's not true. After careful
consideration, he's decided not to resign.
B) He wasn't given the promotion that he
wanted and was definitely qualified for.
C) Really? I saw him yesterday and he didn't
mention anything about it.
D) Actually, I was told that he didn't want to
leave but had no other alternative.
E) He told me not to tell anyone about his
decision until he'd told his staff personally.
31- Moira: ................
Lindsay: No, but if I happen to see it, I'll let you
know.
Moira: Thanks. I had it only yesterday, but now I
don't know what I've done with it.
A) Have you seen my car keys anywhere,
Lindsay?
B) Did you like" the new Brad Pitt film? I think
you've seen it.
C) What did you do with the newspaper I
bought? I haven't read it yet.
D) Did anything unusual happen at work
yesterday?
E) You haven't seen the latest issue of
National Geographic, have you?
32- Joe: Officer, my car's been burgled.
Policeman: ............
Joe: My briefcase, and the stereo.
Policeman: You'd better come down to the
station and file a report.
A) Do you know what was taken from your
car, Sir?
B) Is there anything else you'd like to report,
Sir?
C) Did the thieves take anything else as well,
Sir?
D) Can you give us an accurate description of
your vehicle, Sir?
E) Did you lock the car properly when you left
it, Sir?
33- George: Are you going to the office party on
Friday night?
Rufus: ................
George: I don't either, but I feel I ought to go, so
I suppose I will.
A) No. definitely not. Ill be too tired by the end
of the week.
B) l haven't decided yet, but I don't want to.
C) Yes. I am. I think it will be a rice evening.
D) Nobody has told me there's going to be a
party.
E) I'd like to, but I'm not sure what to wear.
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34- Glenda: Oh, I'm so glad to be home.
Patty: Where have you been? I was worried
about you.
Glenda: ..............
Patty: You poor thing. I know what they're like
on a Friday evening.
A) I must collect the children from school and
take them shopping.
B) I had to go to the supermarket and there
were awful queues.
C) I went out to see a film with one of my
friends from work.
D) I think I should finish work at about half
past five today.
E) You shouldn't have worried. I've been
having a meal with friends.
35- Barbara: ..............
Angela: I'm absolutely certain. I've got lots of
work to do.
Barbara: Well, if you change your mind, you'll
be very welcome.
A) Would you like to come to the cinema
tonight?
B) Do you have to baby-sit Tommy this
evening?
C) I'm not certain whether Jim will join us for
the theatre.
D) Are you sure you don't want to go out with
us?
E) Aren't you going out for dinner tonight?
36- Max: Have you heard anything from Sonia
since she left?
Tom: ..............
Max: Yes, I suppose she must, with a new job
and a strange town to get used to. Perhaps
she'll write soon.
Tom: I certainly hope so.
A) No, but her family must have got some
news from her.
B) I had a letter from her yesterday.
C) No, not a word. She must be very busy.
D) No, I haven't. I must talk to her mum.
E) Her family told me she's very well.
37- Brian: I can't get the timer on the video to work.
Have you got any idea how it works?
Owen: ...............
Brian: It's useless because it's in Japanese.
A) Where was your video recorder made?
B) I think you should watch this program
instead.
C) What do you think the problem with it is?
D) Don't you think you should phone the
manufacturers?
E) Why don't you read the instruction manual?
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38- Gerry: Thank you very much. That was
absolutely delicious.
Fiona: I'm glad you liked it — it was my
grandmother's recipe.
Gerry: ...............
Fiona: Well yes, I think she is.
A) Does she really enjoy cooking?
B) She must be a wonderful cook,
C) You should certainly give it to me.
D) Does she write all her recipes down?
E) It's the best apple pie I've tasted.
39- Vicky: I want to have the sitting room painted
next week.
Rita: ................
Vicky: Well, for one thing, I don't have a ladder
or any other equipment.
A) I know someone who'll do a good job.
B) Why? It looks absolutely fine to me.
C) Do you think it will cost a lot of money?
D) Why don't you just do it yourself?
E) Isn't that going to be difficult for you?
40- Paula: I'm putting in a load of washing. Is there
anything you want done?
Diana: Is there room in the machine for my
purple skirt?
Paula: .............
Diana: Yes, I guess it should. You're right.
A) Yes. I think there should be.
B) Shouldn't that be hand-washed?
C) I would have them dry-cleaned if I were
you.
D) Your trousers should be washed, too.
E) You ought to wash that in lukewarm water.
41- Lizzy: Have you invited the Rogers to the
party?
Simon: ...............
Lizzy: If you're not certain, I'd better give them a
ring tonight, just in case you didn't.
A) Well, I think I mentioned it to them on
Friday.
B) No, I'm sorry. I completely forgot about
them.
C) Yes, but they're not sure if they can come.
D) I don't think we want them at the party, do
we?
E) l spoke to them last night and they'll be
coming.
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42- Bob: I hear your wife had a baby.
Congratulations! Is it a boy or a girl?
Ray: ..........
Bob: Amazing, but why do you look so worried?
Ray: I just don't know how we're going to cope
with so many.
A) In fact, it was triplets: two girls and a boy.
B) Fortunately a girl, because my wife really
wanted a girl.
C) I was really hoping for a little girl, but I
suppose a boy is all right.
D) Well, we already have two sons.
E) It didn't really matter to me. Either is fine.
43- Ellen: Do you and Jack want to come sailing
with us over the weekend?
Fran: .......
Ellen: According to the forecast, the rain should
stop and the wind should pick up.
A) I'd like to, but Jack is scared to death of the
water.
B) Sailing? Great. But where are we going to
get a boat?
C) That sounds great, but what about the
weather?
D) Sorry, I can't. I have to work all weekend.
E) I guess so, but I'll have to rent some skis. I
broke mine last year.
44- Edwina: Basil Jones! I haven't seen you in
years? How have you been?
Basil: .......
Edwina: I can't believe it. In school, you were
always terrible at maths.
Basil: So was Einstein.
A) Not very well. I've been living on public
assistance for the last few years.
B) Not bad. I've just finished my second novel.
It's coming out next month.
C) Fine. I inherited my father's fortune, so now
I don't have to work at all, though I spend
some time at the race track.
D) Excellent. I gave up my job as a stock
broker to paint. There's no money in it, but
I love the life.
E) Very well. I started my own computer
company about ten years ago, and now I'm
doing well.
45- Jenny: ...........
Old Lady: Oh, thank you dear. What a nice
surprise!
Jenny: Why is that? Old Lady: Well, so many
young people are very rude these days.
A) You look really tired.
B) Excuse me, is this seat free?
C) That package looks very heavy for you,
doesn't it?
D) Would you like to sit down?
E) What a nice little dog! He must be good
company for you.
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46- John: Hi, Sally. Are you going to Fred and
Ginger's wedding on Saturday?
Sally: Haven't you heard? Ginger called it off.
She says she's not ready for marriage yet.
John: ..........
Sally: Apparently so. And both families are
really angry at her.
A) Poor Fred must be heartbroken.
B) I still haven't decided what to get them for a
present. Any suggestions?
C) Wonderful. She must be really looking
forward to it.
D) I agree. I always thought she was too good
for him.
E) That's terrible. How is Fred taking it?
47- Stewardess: Excuse me, Sir, didn't you hear
the pilot announce that we are approaching
turbulence and you should fasten your seat-
belt?
Passenger: ..........
Stewardess: You needn't worry. Sir. We should
be through it in about ten minutes.
A) Who you're here, could you get me a drink
please?
B) Not turbulence! I knew I shouldn't have
flown!
C) Oh, I'm sorry, I must have been asleep. I'll
take care of it right away.
D) Oh good. I've never been in turbulence
before, and I'm really excited.
E) Thank you. When we arrive, how long does
it take to get through Customs?
48- Passenger: Excuse me, is this the coach for
Birmingham?
Conductor:.............
Passenger: Is there another one? I have to get
there before this evening.
Conductor: Sure, there is one every half hour.
A) Yes, this is the express. We should be
there by mid-afternoon.
B) We go to Birmingham but by a round-about
route. Even so we'll be there by noon.
C) Yes, but we're full. Don't worry though,
there is another one in ten minutes.
D) Of course, Sir. Do you want a single or
return ticket?
E) No. Sir. That one left five minutes ago.
49- Bruce: Hello...Tina? It is Tina, isn't it?
Tina: ...........
Bruce: I'm Bruce, from high school. Remember
me?
Tina: I'm terribly sorry, I didn't recognise you at
all.
A) This is Tina. I think you're Bruce, aren't you?
B) Hello, have we met before? I'm sorry, you are?
C) Were you at high school or university with me?
D) Bruce! I haven't seen you for several years.
E) Good grief! It's Bruce! You look
unrecognisable.
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50- Sonya: .........
Sarah: Well, I'm sure she'd love a book.
Sonya: Does she read a lot?
Sarah: Not that much. But it's the thought that
counts.
Sonya: OK, I'll buy a book for her then. Thanks
for the suggestion.
A) What's a good present for my seventy-year
old aunt?
B) What are you going to buy Holly for her
birthday?
C) What did you give your mother for
Christmas?
D) I hate buying birthday presents because I
can never decide what to buy!
E) I don't know what to give Lisa for her
birthday.
51- Fred: Wow, I've certainly put on a few kilos in
the last few weeks.
Dick: .............
Fred: Well, thanks, but it is to me.
A) Never mind! You can lose them quickly If
you take some exercise.
B) Don't worry about it. I know a really great diet.
C) Really? If that's true, it's not noticeable at all.
D) Yes, your waistline has expanded a lot
recently.
E) I have to say that you don't look any fatter to
me.
52- Charlie: What's the water like?
Estelle: It's absolutely freezing! I think I’ll just sit
in the sun.
Charlie: ............
Estelle: Okay, I'll give it a try if you join me.
A) Oh come on, you'll soon get used to it once
you're in.
B) I'm afraid I've got a cold, so I'm just going
to watch.
C) Why don't you put on a thick layer of sun-
cream?
D) Don't be surprised as they're always cold at
this time.
E) It's a pity that I didn't bring my bathing suit
then.
53- Terry: I think the committee has done some
really good things.
Fiona: ............
Terry: Well, take the reduction of membership
fees.
Fiona: Okay, you've got a point there.
A) Which committee are you talking about?
The one at the gym?
B) Oh yes, I agree. Everything has been really
well-organised.
C) In my opinion, they're doing a much better
job than last year's.
D) I'm thinking of leaving the club because I
can't afford it.
E) Do you really think so? I don't agree. Like
what, for instance?
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54- Lenny: .........
Jack: I don't much fancy either of them, to be
honest.
Lenny: Well, what would you like to listen to
then?
A) I have no idea what sort of music I should
play at the party tonight.
B) Is there anything special you'd like to watch
on TV?
C) What kind of music do you us usually enjoy
listening to?
D) I've got about 50 records on compact disc
at the moment.
E) Would you rather I put on Frank Sinatra or
Julio Iglesias?
55- Karen: Have you seen the headlines today?
Margo: ............
Karen: What a pity! I think it's important to stay
informed.
A) Can you believe the news about
yesterday's Wall Street crash?
B) No, not yet. I'm just about to sit down with
the newspaper.
C) No, I haven't a clue where I've put them.
Have you seen them?
D) Actually, I never buy the paper, because
it's full of bad news.
E) No, but I listened to the news on the radio
a few minutes ago.
56- Mother: I thought I told you to do the washing
up before you could watch television.
Daughter: But I always have to do the washing
up. Why can't Bobby do it?
Mother: ..........
Daughter: That's not the real reason. I think it's
because I'm a girl and he's a boy.
A) Maybe you're right. In today's world,
housework.
B) But he's only a baby. He can't even see
over the sink.
C) If you don't do what I tell you right away,
you won't be able to watch TV for a week.
D) Because you are the, one who has to learn
how to be a good wife and mother
someday.
E) You're older, so you have to take more
responsibility.
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57- Policeman: What happened here?
Yvonne: ..........
Policeman: Oh dear! So your car was
sandwiched between the two of them.
Yvonne: That's right. And it wasn't even my
fault.
A) I'm sorry officer, I must have been driving
too fast and I didn't see the two children
run into the street.
B) The car in front of me stopped suddenly, I
managed to stop in time, but the car
behind me didn't;
C) I guess I wasn't looking, and I hit the
parked car. Then the car behind hit your
car.
D) I don't really know. When I went into the
bank to get some money, two masked men
with guns and big bang came running out.
E) I stopped at the stop light, and that big van
smashed right into the back of my little car.
58- Steve: That's a beautiful juniper you have on!
Janet: ..........
Steve: Do you know where she got it? Janet:
No, it was a gift.
A) Thanks. My mum gave it to me.
B) Really? My sister doesn't like it.
C) I bought it at Marks & Spencer's.
D) Thank you. I like it a lot, too.
E) My daughter said the same thing.
59- Caller: Hello, could I reserve a double room for
two nights next week?
Reception: ..........
Caller: What a shame. Can you recommend
anywhere else?
A) I'm afraid there are no seats available for
that performance, Sir.
B) The night trains are all booked up for next
week. Sir.
C) Of course. Sir. Can I take your credit card
details?
D) I'm afraid we're all booked up next week.
Sir.
E) There are tickets available, but only for the
matinee.
60- Customer: Can you help me? I'm looking for a
pet for my nephew?
Assistant: .........
Customer: He's eleven years old, very gentle
and affectionate.
A) Has he got any pets at the moment? A
dog, for example?
B) What sort of animal do you think he'd like?
C) I'll need to know a little more about him
before I can advise you.
D) Do you think he'd like something unusual
like a snake, or something more
traditional?
E) What sort of price range did you have in
mind?
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61- Andy: Oh no! I've burned the dinner and our
guests will be here in half an hour.
Anne:..........
Andy: Of course. Ill do whatever I can. Anne:
Okay. Just don't go near the cooker again, and
do only what I tell you.
A) Well, you'd better do something, or it will
be really embarrassing.
B) I've got a book of quick recipes. I'll try to
put something together if you help me.
C) I knew this would happen if 1 trusted you to
do the cooking.
D) I'll run out to the shops while you try to
rescue as much as you can.
E) This calls for a rescue operation. Have you
seen my cook book?
62- Dealer: Now, Sir, this is just the car for you. It
has only had one owner, and she was an old
lady who only used it to drive to church on
Sundays.
Jerry: ............
Dealer; Perhaps because of these minor
defects I can make you a special offer.
Jerry: No thanks. I think I can find one better-
cared for.
A) It certainly looks good. Can I take it for a
test drive?
B) Yes it looks like new. But it doesn't even
start.
C) I'm interested, but for a car of its age, it is a
little expensive. Do you think you could
reduce the price?
D) It doesn't look in very good shape. There
are dents in the doors, and it's all rusty.
E) Okay, I'll take it. But only if you give me a
good trade-in on my old car.
63- Terry: ..............
Walter: Oh, he's in trouble with the boss.
Terry: Really? What for? Walter: It seems he
was late again and has been given a written
warning.
A) When did Larry get in today?
B) What's the matter with Larry?
C) Have you seen the boss yet?
D) Was Larry late again today?
E) Why is the boss so angry?
64- Kim: Who's that package from?
Nancy: ...........
Kim: Well then, let me have it so I can find out.
A) It's from your brother in France.
B) It's the stuff you ordered last week.
C) I'm sending my dad a present.
D) I don't know. It's addressed to you.
E) I bought it at Migros. It was on sale.
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65- Grandpa: Have I ever told you about the first
time I visited Newcastle?
Grandson: I guess you have. ...........
Grandpa: No, it was long arter that. I was a
married man then.
Grandson: Oh, I'd like to hear that story then!
A) Did you go there before or after you got
married?
B) How could you have forgotten that you
were telling me about it just yesterday?
C) And I must admit that I couldn't have
endured so many problems at such a
young age.
D) But Johnny may not have heard that story,
and I'm sure he'll be glad to listen to it.
E) Was it just after you left home at the age of
twenty?
66- Patient: I just don't seem to be able to sleep at
night.
Doctor: ..............
Patient: No more than five or six.
Doctor: You must cut down, especially in the
evening.
A) How often do you take naps in the
afternoon?
B) What time do you usually go to bed at
night?
C) How many cups of coffee do you drink a
day?
D) Have you had any extra stress at work
lately?
E) What time do you generally wake up in the
morning?
67- Ian: ............
Mary: Ugh! What is it?
lan: Some kind of spider, I think.
Mary: Please, get it off me now!
A) Don't walk barefoot around here because
there may be dangerous insects.
B) You've got something crawling up your
back.
C) I hope you don't have a phobia about
insects!
D) I think something has just bitten me on the
neck.
E) Oh, what a lovely creature! Can I keep it for
my insect collection?
68- Leonard: .............
Walter: Yes, I phoned him from work last week.
Leonard: Really? I didn't know that he'd had a
telephone installed. Can I have his number?
Walter: Sure. It's 867-5309.
A) Have you spoken to Arthur recently?
B) Did anyone call while I was out?
C) I heard Tony's nephew died in a car
accident.
D) Are you still not talking to Albert?
E) I called Bob at home yesterday evening.
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69- Olivia: Could you give me a lift to the station?
Sam: .............
Olivia: Oh, no problem then. Thanks a lot,
anyway.
A) When do you have to be there?
B) Why don't you take the train?
C) Sorry, but my wife's got the car.
D) Where are you going? On holiday?
E) Sure, but can you wait a few minutes?
70- Nancy: I don't understand what this painting is
supposed to represent.
Thomas: ................
Nancy: What? I can't see that at all.
Thomas: Well, that's what it says in the
catalogue.
A) I also think it's an awful painting. The
colours are too bright.
B) Well, apparently, it's a painting of a mother
and her child.
C) Can you imagine it in our living room
hanging over the fireplace?
D) Well, it is one of those modern paintings
without a specific figure.
E) I painted it myself in my free time, and
didn't actually intend to make it look like
something.
71- Sam: ...............
Jim: I'd rather you didn't. It was very expensive.
Sam: I promise I'll take good care of it.
A) I have to attend a very elegant business
meal tonight.
B) Would you mind if I borrowed your Armani
suit?
C) I'd like to buy a new sports car just like
yours. Do you recommend it?
D) Can you lend me your camera this
weekend?
E) Can I use your sunglasses when I go to the
beach?
72- Henry: Goodnight, Mum. and Dad. I'm off to
bed.
Father: ................
Henry: But Dad, I did it last night.
Father: Maybe so, but they're full again tonight.
A) Don't forget to brush your teeth and wash
your face.
B) What time do you want me to wake you up
tomorrow?
C) Not until you've taken the rubbish bins
outside.
D) Remember, we're having dinner with
Granny tomorrow. Do your homework in
the afternoon.
E) Good luck in your exams tomorrow
morning at school.
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73- Bruce: Can you tell me how much these 77- Mother: My son, as you can see, has red spots
watches cost? and a high fever.
Salesman: That one's £50 and the other is Doctor: ...........
£125. Mother: Oh, thank you Doctor. I always feel so
Bruce: .............. safe with you.
Salesman: Well, it's a designer watch and has a
lifetime guarantee. A) All children get sick from time to time.
You've just overreacted by bringing him
A) Why is this one so much more expensive? here.
B) Can you tell me why they are so costly? B) I hope you haven't sent him to school like
C) Why is there such a big difference in price? that. He should be in bed.
D) Oh! Thanks, goodbye. I'll think about it. C) I don't know what it might be, but it
E) I see. So that would be a total of £175. certainly looks serious.
D) It looks like measles, but I'll examine him
74- Sophie: Can I have a look at the book you're just to make sure.
reading? E) I don't think there is much wrong with him.
Tessa: ................ You can send him back to school
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B) No. I'm reading it at the moment. Jon: .......
C) I'll give it to you when I've finished. Hilary: I said you never talk to me any more.
D) Okay, but please don't damage it. And you never listen to anything I say either!
E) Sure, but please don't lose my place. Jon: Well, you may be right, but it is not entirely
my fault. Every time I try to talk, you succeed in
75- Wayne: .............. turning it into an argument!
Julia: Well, what's your opinion?
Wayne: I don't know. I don't understand A) Well, I'm trying to finish this book as I have
international finance. to return it to the library tomorrow.
B) Oh, have you had a nice day? My day at
A) People are saying the dollar is going to fall the office was really tiring.
next week. C) I'm sorry. Did you say something?
B) We want to send our son to the USA for his D) That's true, but I just don't have anything to
university education. say to you.
C) Both Turkey's and Italy's currencies are E) Can't you see how busy I've been in the
called the lira. office lately?
D) I doubt that many people can afford these
new cars. 79- Sally: That was a lovely dinner,
E) Switzerland's always been politically and Sarah. You must give me the recipe.
economically stable. Sarah:.........
Sally: You're joking! I had no idea he was so
76- Shirley: So what was the outcome of the talented.
meeting?
Julian: ............... A) I'm glad you liked it. It's one of Fred's
Shirley: Oh, what a pity, but you'll just have to favourites as well.
wait a little longer to hear the assessment of B) I don't use recipes, f just make things up as
your project, I suppose. I go along.
C) I'm surprised you left so much. I'll have to
A) It was a complete disaster. We lost the feed the leftovers to the dog.
contract. D) You may not find the ingredients here.
B) It was postponed. The chairman couldn't Fred brought them back from his trip to
attend it. Japan.
C) The board voted to cancel our project. I'm E) Oh. I didn't cook it. Fred did all the cooking
afraid. tonight.
D) Shirley, my dear, I think we're going to be
rich.
E) Oh, it was boring and I couldn’t wait to get
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80- Frances: Hello Wallace, hi Margarette. How
nice of you to come and meet us!
Wallace: ...........
Frances: That's what we've heard. We really
appreciate it. It must be wonderful to have so
much free time after years of hard work!
A) I didn't really want to come, but my wife
insisted.
B) Our son is getting married, and we've
brought you an invitation to their wedding.
C) We know you get lost wherever you go, so
we thought we'd better look after you.
D) Well, your house is a long way from the
airport, and it can be confusing for
newcomers.
E) We often meet friends these days. We are
enjoying our newly-acquired retirement.
81- Officer: May I see your passport, please?
Traveller: Yes, here you are.
Officer: ...........
Traveller: Impossible! I'm sure there must be
some mistake!
A) Your passport will expire in about a month.
Don't forget to get a new one, or you will
get into trouble.
B) Thank you, Sir. Have a nice stay. I hope
you'll like our country.
C) You haven't got a visa. You can get one
from the desk just over there.
D) I'm afraid this passport looks suspicious,
Sir. Could you just come with me for a
moment?
E) How long are you planning to stay? Is it a
business trip or a holiday?
82- Betty: Have you seen this ad?
Freida: Yes. I phoned them an hour ago, and
I'm just waiting for them to phone back.
Betty: ...........
Freida: I should, actually. There aren't many
people with my qualifications.
A) Well, I hope you get it. It's just the right one
for you.
B) It's really cheap. I hope you phoned in
time.
C) If you are lucky enough to get it, could I
borrow it sometimes?
D) I think it's a waste of time. There are so
many dishonest people advertising.
E) Just think! A free trip and a day out in
London for the lucky person.
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83- Policeman: Hello, Police Department.
Caller: ...........
Policeman: We'll do everything we can, but you
must calm down first and describe er to us.
Caller: Thank you, I'll try.
A) Someone has just stolen my car. It's a
beautiful, brand new car, and worth
$25,000!
B) Our dog is gone and we're afraid someone
has stolen him. He's a very valuable dog,
so someone might want to sell him.
C) My wife has been missing since this
morning. She left for the shops and hasn't
come back. I don't know what to do.
D) We've just come home and found our
house burgled. They only took the valuable
things, especially our paintings.
E) Our daughter didn't come home last night.
She's about five feet tall with short, blonde
hair and blue eyes.
84- Francesca: I wish I earned more. I never have
any money to put aside.
Lucy: ...........
Francesca: I suppose you're right. I can't seem
to get into the habit of saving.
A) Why? You earned more last year but you
came here, saying there was no job
satisfaction there.
B) Well, even if you earned more, you'd still
spend all of it.
C) There's plenty of overtime available if you
want to increase your income.
D) I heard about a good secretarial job
abroad. You should apply for that.
E) Me too. And I also think that this job is
extremely boring.
85- Gerry: What's the matter with your husband? I
saw him yesterday and he looked terrible.
Jean: .............
Gerry: He should know better. Why doesn't he
cut down?
Jean: He says he will, as soon as the busy
period is over.
A) Didn't you know? He had a heart attack
last month.
B) You may think he looks terrible, but he
looks fine to me.
C) Don't say that to him. He's really happy that
he lost so much weight.
D) l know. Since he retired, he's been just
sitting in front of the TV all day eating.
E) He's been working too hard lately, and he's
suffering from stress.
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86- Julia: I've never been so embarrassed in ray life
I exam?
Harry: What have I done this time?
Julia: ...........
Harry: I don't know what you're talking about.
Everyone seemed to enjoy them.
A) You ate so much dessert that there wasn't
enough left for anyone else.
B) You didn't talk to anyone all night. You just
sat there and watched that television
program.
C) You were extremely rude to my parents
after I'd told them so much about you.
D) You made a complete fool of yourself
telling those stupid jokes of yours.
E) Ella and Maggte aite my two oldest friends,
and you didn't even talk to them.
87- Jim: I wonder if I could have a couple of days
off next week, Mr Pitt.
Mr Pitt: You've already had three days off this
month, Jim.
Jim: ..............
Mr Pitt: Well, all right, if It's really necessary.
Give her my regards and tell her I hope she
feels better.
A) Well, you see. Sir, I promised my fiancee
that I'd take her on a trip.
B) I know, but I have to visit my elderly mother
in Scotland. She hasn't been well lately.
C) But I had flu then, and I suspect that I'm
having a relapse.
D) This is important. My aunt died last week,
and I have to be in Scotland for the reading
of the will.
E) The biggest match of the year is next
Tuesday. You wouldn't want me to miss it,
would you?
88- Captain: ...........
Sailor: Isn't there a harbour nearby where we
can take shelter?
Captain: No, there's nothing but rocky coastline
for miles.
Sailor: I guess we'll just have to ride it out then.
A) He looks as if there is some stormy
weather ahead.
B) We're taking in water. I'm afraid the ship is
going to sink.
C) Have you been through such terrible
weather before?
D) The engine is broken. Is there anyone who
knows how to fix it?
E) It looks like smooth sailing right across the
Atlantic.
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89- Lucy: Hi Jackle, are you all ready for the big
Jackle: ............
Lucy: Oh no! What are you going to do?
Jackie: I guess I'll just have to hope I know
enough to pass itanyway.
A) No. My roommate broke up with her fiance,
and kept me awake all night telling me the
story.
B) I should be, but I studied until so late last
night that I'm a bit sleepy.
C) No way! I was sick last week, so Professor
Jones is going to let me take the exam
later.
D) l don't need to study as I know all the
answers anyway.
E) Can you lend me your notes from
yesterday? I missed the lecture.
90- Customer: I'd like this skirt shortened, please.
Tailor: Certainly. How much do you want it
taken up?
Customer: .............
Tailor: That would be fine. It's the skirt-length in
fashion this season.
A) No, this length doesn't suit me at all.
B) Well, I think definitely not more than £5.
C) Oh, I'd like it to be just above the knee.
D) I wouldn't have liked it to be too short.
E) Hmm, let's see. I don't think I can wear too
short a skirt.
91- Anthony: How was your trip to New York?
Janice: It was terrific. Everyone says it is
dangerous, but we didn't see any violence, and
the only people we saw with guns were the
police.
Anthony: .........
Janice: Oh, you should really.
A) That's what I thought. I bet you're sorry that
you went there.
B) Yes, I suppose that could be quite
terrifying.
C) If I were you, next time I'd go somewhere
safer.
D) I've always been afraid to go there, but
maybe I'll try it sometime.
E) Actually, I'm terrified of flying myself.
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92- Terry: What's happened to Alice? She hasn't
been to school for ages.
Roger: .........
Terry: I'm glad to hear she's continuing her
education and not letting the money go to her
head.
A) It's really sad. She couldn't pay her fees, so
she has had to take a full time job as a
waitress.
B) Haven't you heard? She married a
millionaire, and transferred to the
University of Southern California.
C) She won the lottery, so she decided to quit
school and move to Hawaii.
D) It seems her family has serious financial
problems, so she has had to go back and
help them out.
E) She says she wants to continue her
education somewhere where it doesn't cost
so much money.
93- Lily: Have you heard about the new exercise
classes at the community centre?
Joanne: Yes, they have aerobics three nights a
week, but I can't go because I'm working nights.
Lily: .........
Joanne: I think they do, but I'm so tired that I
can't get up until noon.
A) Don't they have any morning classes?
B) That sounds terrible. You must be really
tired in the mornings.
C) I'm looking for a job too. Do they have any
vacancies?
D) I'm going to start next week. Do you want
to come along?
E) Don't they have a day shift, so you could
work more social hours?
94- Maurice: Since next week is a holiday, why
don't we ask the boss if we can leave early
today?
Tom: Do you really think that's a good idea?
He's been on the war-path since we lost that
big contract.
Maurice: .........
Tom: Oh, I wouldn't like to create a similar
situation, so let's forget about your suggestion
then.
A) So let's ask him. I'm sure he'll agree.
B) Of course I think it's a good idea. I wouldn't
have suggested it otherwise.
C) It will be really nice to start the holiday
early, even if it is only a few hours.
D) That was your fault. Why should it concern
me?
E) Maybe you're right. He yelled at his
secretary for no reason this morning.
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95- Amy: .........
Lucy: There is a new place that just opened
near my house. I haven't got the number, but I
can stop by and make an appointment for you.
Amy: Could you? Any afternoon would be okay.
Are they expensive?
Lucy: I'm afraid so, but they make you look so
good I think they are worth it.
A) I feel awful. Do you know of any good
doctors?
B) I'm getting headaches when I read these
days. Do you know of a good optician?
C) I'm looking for a good vet for my cat. Do
you know where I can find one?
D) That's a really nice dress. Where did you
buy it?
E) Your hair looks fantastic. Where did you
have it done as I need to go myself?
96- Lisa: Have you seen the film that won all the
Oscars?
Naomi: Yes. I loved the costumes and the
acting, but I thought the story was silly.
Lisa: ........
Naomi: Oh, I didn't know that our tastes were
so different.
A) I'll have to see it myself and decide.
B) Really? I thought the acting was terrible,
but the story was great.
C) I agree. I don't know how such a dumb
screenplay could ever be written.
D) Obviously, some agreed with you since the
film got both best actress and best
supporting actress.
E) I agree about the story, but it was so well-
filmed that I think I'll go and see it again.
97- Alex: I'm glad the elections are almost over. It's
been so noisy.
James: .........
Alex: Sorry, but I never discuss politics.
James: Actually, you may be right. Sorry that I
asked.
A) I'm so fed up with all of them that I'm not
even going to vote.
B) Really? I enjoy all the noise and
excitement.
C) I agree. Who are you going to vote for?
D) Do you think you are going to win? Your
opponent looks quite strong.
E) I haven't yet decided which party I'll vote
for.
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98- Roger: There is a new play on that's supposed
to be really good. Would you like to see it?
Anne: ..........
Roger: I guess our tastes are really different.
Maybe we'd beter just forget it.
Anne: Maybe that would be best.
A) You know I hate football. I don't know why
you bother to ask.
B) I've been looking forward to seeing it since
I read about it. I thought you'd never ask.
C) Not this weekend. I've got exams all next
week. Maybe after that.
D) I don't much like live theatre. I'd prefer a
disco or even an amusement arcade.
E) I've read the book and seen the film. They
were really good.
99- Dawn: Why don't you come sailing with us next
weekend?
Elaine: I've never been sailing before. Isn't
there a lot you have to know?
Dawn: .........
Elaine: Maybe I will try it then. It's something
I've always wanted to do.
A) That's right. It can be really dangerous for
beginners.
B) It's not so dangerous if you start on small
waves and learn to stand up on the surf
board gradually.
C) I'm sorry, I thought you had done lots of
sailing. Maybe you shouldn't come after all.
D) It is more interesting if you can identify the
different kinds of coral and fish.
E) Not if the others are experienced. We can
give you something easy to do, then teach
you bit by bit.
100- Bobby: Dad, can I have an ice-cream?
Frank: Not now, you'll spoil your appetite for
dinner.
Bobby: ..........
Prank: Ask me again then and we'll see.
A) You're so mean! You never let me have
what I want. "
B) That's what you always say.
C) But I promise I'll eat properly even if I do
have an ice-cream.
D) That's OK, I didn't really want an ice-cream
anyway.
E) How about after dinner?
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101- Kevin: Hi Mick. If you need work, we've got a
roofing job coining up next week.
Mick: In the middle of winter? Are you crazy?
Kevin: ...........
Mick: Okay then. I'll accept it. When shall I
start?
A) Yes, you may be right as it's been below
freezing this week.
B) In fact, it is a silly time. I think I'll refuse the
job.
C) Work is scarce right now. Take it or leave
it.
D) I'll take that as a refusal? Am I right?
E) Well, then I'll call you when I've heard from
the owner next week.
102- Jeremy: Hello Phil. How are your wife and
children?
Phil: ..........
Jeremy: Oh, it's like an epidemic these days. If
there's anything we can do to help, just let us
know.
A) My wife went to visit her parents last week
and took the kids with her.
B) They've all been down with the flu, so it's
been really difficult to cope.
C) My wife's brother died last week, so she's
gone home for the funeral.
D) They're fine, but my wife's new job keeps
her so busy that I have to do most of the
housework.
E) My son has just been expelled from school,
but my daughter's at the top of her class.
103- Sheila: I've got next week off, and I don't know
what to do.
Patricia: The weather is so nice this time of
year. Why don't you go to the seaside?
Sheila: ..........
Patricia: Don't be silly. Just go. I'm sure you can
find somewhere to stay.
A) We've thought of that, but it might be
crowded, and we haven't made any
reservations.
B) But it is so far. We'd have to spend half the
week driving back and forth.
C) l don't know, I'm not that fond of camping
isolated from people.
D) Oh, I can't swim, and James just gets
bored lying in the sun.
E) The last time we went to the seaside, we
camped out and had a lovely time.
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104- Peter: We'll never get this work finished unless
we hurry.
Paul: And if we don't finish, the boss will go
mad.
Peter: .........
Paul: Yes, we shouldn't miss a minute.
A) I think it's time we had a cup of tea, then.
B) Well, is there a good mental hospital in
town if he goes mad?
C) Why don't we move on to something else
that is more important?
D) Let's go home and worry about it tomorrow.
E) Then we'd better stop talking and start
working.
105- Ryan: Don't forget to pack plenty of warm
clothes for the evenings.
Kelly: ..........
Ryan: Don't you remember what happened last
time? We almost froze.
Kelly: Okay, just don't moan about how heavy
the bags are.
A) There is enough in here to keep a small
army warm.
B) Oh, shall I pack your green cardigan, then?
I know it's your favourite.
C) But I don't think it will be cold there at this
time of year.
D) How do you know it's going to be cold?
We've never been there before.
E) Why don't you stop ordering me around
and help?
106- Susie: Why don't we go and visit Grandma this
weekend?
Fred: Don't you remember? She was going to
Paris this weekend.
Susie: ............
Fred: She's been that way ever since I can
remember — always full of energy.
A) She is certainly active for a woman of her age.
B) We never seem to do anything like that.
C) Oh, she must be on her way there then, if
she took the 9.30 Hovercraft.
D) It's a good thing she has the Social
Services l o take care of her.
E) She has such a boring life, we should go
and cheer her up.
107- Lilly: What a fantastic dress!
Sophie: Thanks. My brother is a fashion
designer, and this is an exclusive.
Lilly: ...........
A) Do you know where I can get one just like
it?
B) I don't care what you say, I still think it's
nice.
C) Maybe so, but I still say it looks like some
kind of peculiar fantasy.
D) It's a shame there aren't any more like it.
I'd love to have one.
E) There may be plenty of others like it, but it
still looks good on you.
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108- Lenny: Have you ever been skiing in
Switzerland?
Jason: Oh sure, we go there every year.
Lenny: ..........
Jason: Well, yes. There are plenty of cheaper
places, but I don't like the kind of people you
meet there.
A) I prefer the snow conditions in the Austrian
Alps myself.
B) You must be quite a good skier then.
C) I'd rather just sit in front of the TV on cold
winter days.
D) Do you take your wife and kids along as
well?
E) I suppose it must be quite expensive.
109- Kate: ..........
Stella: Why? I thought you were doing really
well.
Kate: I was, before I got sick, but I've missed so
many lectures and lab sessions that I don't
think I'll ever catch up.
Stella: Well, I can't help yon. I can't stand
cutting up animals, so it's always been my
worst subject.
A) Do you think it's a good idea for me to
study medicine?
B) I think I'll have to stop my volunteer work
for the environment.
C) I'm so worried about my biology exam.
D) Do you think you can help me with my
Chemistry homework?
E) I wish I'd never decided to study Zoology!
110- Pedestrian: Hey, you almost ran over me! Why
didn't you signal?
Driver: . .........
Pedestrian: I was looking right at you, and you
didn't give any indication you were going to
turn.
A) Oh, I've seen you before, but I can't
remember where.
B) I didn't signal because I didn't think anyone
would be crossing.
C) What are you talking about? There are no
traffic signals here.
D) it's not my fault. You walked into the road
without looking.
E) I know what the traffic code is. You don't
need to remind me!
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111- Dawn: How was your holiday?
Janice: It was terrible. There was no water in
the hotel, we were miles from the beach, and
my husband got sick from the food.
Dawn: ..........
Janice: Good idea, if you don't want to ruin your
holiday.
A) Well, I certainly won't go there next
summer.
B) It really does sound terrific!
C) l bet you're glad I recommended the place
to you.
D) Some people will complain about anything.
E) I knew you'd enjoy it.
112- Sandra: Are you going to Jody's wedding next
Saturday?
Pauline: ...........
Sandra: Oh no, I shouldn't have said anything.
Pauline: That's all right. We haven't spoken in a
year, so I wouldn't expect an invitation.
A) Of course. But I can't decide on what to
take as a present.
B) Jody's wedding? I didn't know she was
getting married.
C) No way. After the way she's behaved, I
wouldn't go even if she had invited me.
D) No! I haven't been invited, but it's not
surprising. We are not close friends.
E) l can't decide. I've never been on good
terms with Jody, you know.
113- Terry: How did you do on your exams?
Jack: ............
Terry: That's terrible. Will they let you take
make-up exams?
Jack: I hope so. I've got a doctor's certificate.
A) I failed them all. I think I'd better start
looking for a job.
B) I did all right in most of them, but I was so
nervous for the English exam that I barely
passed.
C) I forgot all about them, went skiing the
week before, and had to take them with a
broken leg.
D) Didn't you hear? I had a bad case of flu for
the entire exam week.
E) Really well, but with a little more effort, I
could have been top of the class.
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114- Janice: What's the matter? You look terrible.
Elaine: I've been up all night with Jackie,
listening to her problems.
Janice: ............
Elaine: Yes, it's the third time this month, but
after all, I am her best friend.
A) She's such a nuisance! I hope you told her
to keep her problems to herself.
B) Poor girl. She doesn't have any friends
here at all.
C) What a troublesome person! What was her
problem this time?
D) I'm glad that she is not a close friend of
mine.
E) Not again! I've never heard of someone
with so many problems.
115- Kenneth: Hi Alice. Where were you for biology
class yesterday?
Alice: My mother was rushed to hospital. What
did you teach?
Kenneth: ...........
Alice: Oh yes, please. Thank you.
A) So, that means you haven't had time to do
your homework, doesn't it?
B) The professor gave a really boring lecture
about frog's eggs. I'd show you my notes if
I'd taken any.
C) I gave a lecture about reptiles. Would you
like to see the notes?
D) What was wrong with her? I hope it wasn't
anything serious.
E) It was really good. I feel I know so much
more about reptiles now.
116- Fred: One of my students has given me some
tickets to the boat show.
Ginger:............
Fred: Well, it doesn't do any harm to dream
sometimes.
A) We can't go because Jenny's wedding is
on that day. Have you forgotten?
B) There's no point in our going to a boat
show as we'll never be able to afford one.
C) Of course, I'd like to go. There must be
wonderful speedboats there.
D) We can always give them to Steve, if you
don't want to go.
E) You're lucky! My students never give me
anything.
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117- Arnold: What was that book I saw you looking
at in the library?
Carol: It's a rare first edition, so I can't take it
out and have to use it there.
Arnold: ..........
Carol: It has been a long time, but I'm almost
finished now.
A) You were working really hard. Has it taken
you long to write it?
B) Can I borrow it after you have finished with
it?
C) Do you like writing books? You seem to
spend a lot of time doing it.
D) It was really thick. It must be taking you
forever to read it.
E) I wish I had your discipline. I haven't read a
book for months.
118- Debbie: .........
Lily: Do you want the truth? Debbie: Is it that
bad?
Lily: Don't cry. It will grow out eventually.
A) Do you know of a good dentist? I've got a
toothache.
B) How do you like my new dress? I paid a
fortune for it.
C) Do you know of a good beautician? I think I
need a makeover.
D) What did you think of the new film at the
Rex Cinema?
E) What do you think of my hair? I tried the
new hairdresser that just opened up.
119- Lucy: Hi, how was your holiday?
Amy: ............
Lucy: Oh what a shame! And you had been
looking forward to it so much.
Amy: Oh well, there's always next year.
A) It was really good except for my husband's
shameful behaviour at the disco one night.
B) it was cancelled at the last moment
because of that big contract we had to
finish.
C) It was great. I'll give you the name of the
hotel in which you ever go there.
D) You must be confusing me with someone
else. I wasn't planning a holiday.
E) We had to put it off. but we are going next
week.
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120- Ryan: Did you phone last night? My mother
said there was a call, but she didn't take a
message.
Keith: ............
Ryan: So do I. It's a real mystery. I wish he had
left a message.
A) That's right, but she seemed in a hurry, so I
didn't even mention my name.
B) That must have been Sally. She said she
wanted to go to the cinema with you.
C) George was saying that he would call you
to make arrangements for Saturday.
D) Not me. I wonder who it could have been.
E) Does your mother remember whether it
was he or sue?
121- Roger: .........
Kevin: It's probably something you ate.
Roger: I doubt it. More likely stress over the
exams.
Kevin: You really shouldn't let things bother you
so much.
A) I'm really hungry. Let's go to have some
fish and chips.
B) l don't know what to do about these
headaches I've been having.
C) I've got so much energy lately. I think I'll go
for a run.
D) Can stressful situations cause a pain in the
stomach?
E) I've had a terrible stomach ache for days.
122- Inspector: Excuse me Sir, could I see your
ticket?
Passenger: ...........
Inspector: Oh dear, oh dear. Why didn't you use
the ticket machines?
Passenger: Well, in fact I didn't have any
change.
A) Will my monthly pass do just as well?
B) Well, you see, there was no one selling
tickets at the station where I got on.
C) Here's my ID. I'm a pensioner and can ride
this train for free.
D) Of course, here you are. Lucky for me that
the station was manned today.
E) I didn't know you needed a ticket for so
short a ride.
123- Oliver: What did you think of the concert last
night?
Maureen: It could have been worse.
Oliver: .............
Maureen: I've always been a bit worried about
your taste in the arts.
A) I agree I thought it was wonderful.
B) Yes, I suppose that is always a possibility.
C) I'm so glad you think so, since I practised
so hard for it.
D) I disagree. I didn't think it was very good.
E) Oh come on. I thought it was one of the
best I've ever heard.
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124- Yvonne: I'm trying to avoid
Lenny. He keeps trying to get me to go out with
him, and I just don't want to.
Joanne: ...........
Yvonne: He wouldn't believe me. I haven't got a
ring.
A) Why don't you tell him you're engaged?
B) You could always tell him that your parents
don't allow you to go out with boys.
C) You should just phone him and tell him you
don't like him.
D) He's really obnoxious, isn't he? You should
tell him what you think of him.
E) Why don't you tell him you know that he's
already got a girlfriend?
125- Arnold: Hi Kathy. I hear you got a new job.
Kathy: .............
Arnold: Why, what's wrong with it?
Kathy: Oh, nothing. But a friend has asked me
if I want to travel in the Far East with her.
A) Where did you hear that? No one is
supposed to know until I actually move.
B) That's true, but I was really silly to leave
my last place.
C) That's right, but I don't think I'll be staying
long.
D) I should have done it years ago. It's much
better than my old job.
E) Not me. I think I'll be stuck where I am
forever.
126- Susan: What do you fancy doing for the
summer holiday?
Mark: ..........
Susan: That's a good idea. I'm a little tiied of the
seaside myself.
A) If we went to the coast, we could impress
everyone with our tans when we get back.
B) Let's go to the seaside. It should be lovely
at this time of year.
C) Why don't we go to the small coastal
village where we spent our honeymoon?
D) It's very hot this year, so I suggest going to
the mountains for a change.
E) We may not be able to afford one this year
as we'll have to spend some on the repairs
to the house.
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127- Michael: Hey, what's wrong? You look really
down.
William: Thanks for your concern, but it's
something I really can't talk about to anyone.
Michael: ...........
William: Yes, but this is something that's just
too personal.
A) Oh. have I done something wrong to
disturb you?
B) I'm glad you got that sorted out. It's been
bothering you for a long time.
C) You know, sometimes it's better to discuss
tilings openly.
D) Is it the low mark you got on the test that is
bothering you?
E) Oh, then I hope you feel better soon.
128- Stella: What's on TV tonight?
Harry: ...........
Stella: I seem to remember there was a drama I
wanted to watch at eight.
Harry: Well, then turn it on and try the different
channels.
A) Here's the paper. Why don't you have a
look yourself?
B) How should I know? We forgot to get a
paper today.
C) It doesn't matter. The TV is broken and the
repairman didn't come.
D) Have you forgotten? We're going to my
boss's house for dinner.
E) I told you, I'm watching the year-end sports
special all evening.
129- Paul: ............
Sophie: That's right, but we've got so few
clients at the moment that I have to do
administrative work here for the time being.
Paul: Tough luck. I'd rather be out calling on
customers than sitting behind a desk.
A) What are you doing here? Aren't you
supposed to be out visiting clients now?
B) Congratulations, I hear you're going to be
our new director.
C) I hear you've quit and are going back to
university. Is it true?
D) I wish we wouldn't have so many elderly
clients, as it is really hard to deal with
them.
E) How many clients do you have to deal with
a day, on average?
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130- Customer: Oh dear, these aren't the things I
meant to get. I'll have to go and replace them.
Cashier: But Madam, there is a long queue of
customers behind you, and they are getting
impatient.
Customer: .............
Cashier: Yes, perhaps that's best.
A) Well they can just wait! My money is as
good as theirs.
B) But it won't take me more than five
minutes, and I can get something î forgot
at the same time.
C) Oh well, I guess I'll just have to leave it for
this time.
D) It doesn't matter. I haven't got enough
money to pay for everything anyway.
E) It's not your job to tell me what I can and
can't do.
131- Jody: Can I have a return ticket to London,
please, departing tomorrow morning?
Agent: I'm sorry, all the flights to London
tomorrow are booked up.
Jody: ............
Agent: We can put you on stand-by for
tomorrow, and guarantee you a seat for the
next day.
A) I need to get there quickly. When is the
next flight you can get me on?
B) There's no hurry. Are there any flights
available next week?
C) I've heard that it's cheaper if I wait till the
holiday season is over. Is that right?
D) Why would anyone want to go to London at
this time of year?
E) I guess I'll just forget about it then.
132- Policeman: Just calm down, Sir, and tell us
what happened.
Charles: ...........
Policeman: Was there anything valuable in it?
Charles: Not really. Just a little cash. I'd left my
credit cards at home.
A) Two men held us at gunpoint and
kidnapped my wife!
B) Just look! When I arrived home, I found
that my house had been broken into.
C) That lorry wasn't even looking where it was
going and crashed into the back of my car.
D) Three men came up behind me. Two of
them held me and one took my wallet.
E) I thought I'd parked my car right here
before I went into the bank!
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133- Kari: .........
Mark: No, what is it?
Kari: Frank and Maria have gotengaged.
Mark: Oh, really! I didn't even know that they
were going out.
A) Do you have any new gossip for me?
B) Guess what I found in the garden.
C) Has something terrible happened?
D) Do you know what the source of this
rumour is?
E) Have you heard the latest news?
134- Lisa: .........
Mike: I'm sorry, he's not in at the moment.
Lisa: Then, can you take a message, please?
A) Do you have Tim's home number?
B) Can I speak to Charles, please?
C) What time does Denny get in?
D) Is Mr Parker coming back soon?
E) Do you think Tom has arrived at his
destination?
135- Ralph: Oh, you've been out. What's the weather
like? Jerome: ............
Ralph: Well, it doesn't matter if it is not cold.
Jerome: I'm afraid it is.
A) I simply adore sunny and hot weather.
B) Well, I missed the weather forecast this
morning.
C) They're predicting snow in a few days.
D) I didn't go far. I've only been to the garage.
E) Not very nice. It's raining really hard.
136- Fran: What are you getting Harry for his
birthday?
Stan: ...................
Fran: Would you mind if I went in on that with
you? Stan: No, of course not.
A) I don't know. What are you going to get him?
B) I'm no longer on speaking terms with him,
but Jill is buying him a book.
C) Bill and I are buying him a CD by his
favourite singer.
D) I haven't been able to decide on anything yet.
E) Well, it is not easy to get something for a
man who has everything.
137- Nurse: The patient's condition has been
deteriorating.
Doctor: ............
Nurse: Of course, they are. You needn't even
ask.
Doctor: I'm sorry. I just needed to be sure.
A) Are you sure he was checked by his doctor
before he left?
B) Are his medicines being administered on
time?
C) Have his visitors left or are they still in the
room?
D) Have you got his pulse rate already?
E) Are you accustomed to dealing with a
patient in a similar condition to his?
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138- Tom: Would you like to go and see the auto
show with me this weekend?
Bill: I'm afraid I promised my mother that I
would drive her to the shopping centre.
Tom: .............
Bill: No way! She would kill me if she ever found
out!
A) Can't you just tell her something came up
at work?
B) I'm sorry to hear that. I think It will be a
good show.
C) Can you ask her to put it off until next
weekend?
D) Well, she would have an enjoyable time
spending a day out, though.
E) Maybe you could get away on Sunday
afternoon, then.
139- Polly: If you're going upstairs, can you fetch my
slippers?
Karen: ............
Polly: Yes, just next to the wardrobe.
A) Where did you leave them?
B) What colour are they?
C) I would, but I don't know where they are.
D) Do you really need them?
E) OK. Are they in your bedroom?
140- Rupert: Do you feel alright? You look very pale.
Sally: I think I'm OK. I've just been standing up
for a long time.
Rupert: ............
Sally: That's very kind but I'm just about to
leave.
A) Yes, it's really exhausting, isn't it?
B) How long have you been here?
C) It's too hot in here. They should open some
windows.
D) You can have my seat if you want.
E) Why, what were you doing?
141- Henry: ............
Martin: Only once, when I was a child.
Henry: Well, what's it like? What's there to do?
Martin: I can't remember. It must have been 2O
years ago.
A) When was the last time you went on a long
holiday?
B) Have you ever been in a serious auto
accident?
C) Do you know if Mary has ever travelled
outside of England?
D) Can you tell me when you first went to the
Channel Islands?
E) Have you ever been on holiday in the north
of Scotland?
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142- Marie: Hi, Claire! Did you enjoy Felice's
wedding?
Claire: .............
Marie: Not much. It was dreadful, wasn't it?
Claire: I know. What was she thinking?
A) I hated it! The food was disgusting and her
husband was rude.
B) I enjoyed myself, but I think I may have had
a bit too much champagne.
C) It wasn't bad. I didn't see you there. What
happened to you?
D) Oh, it was great fun! But what did you think
of her dress?
E) Actually, I got lost on the way and missed
the ceremony.
143- Texan: What's the matter, Sir. Are you lost?
Tourist: Not exactly. I was just looking for a
vegetarian restaurant. Texan: .............
Tourist: Could you tell me how to get there?
A) I would say you were lost then. The people
around here don't really eat a lot of
vegetables.
B) Well, this is a steak and potatoes town, but
there's a Chinese restaurant, where you
can find vegetables.
C) There was one near the museum, but it
closed down about six or seven months
ago.
D) You don't need to look far, there are
dozens of them in the city. Where do you
want to go?
E) I can't help you with that. I could
recommend a number of wonderful steak
houses, though.
144- Marcia: Oh no, I've got a puncture!
Thelma: ............
Marcia: Of course I do, but Mike took the tools
to work with him.
Thelma: Don't worry, I'll let you borrow mine.
A) Why don't you call the garage? They won't
charge much to fix it.
B) Don't worry about it. I'll give you a ride to
work if you want.
C) What's the matter? Don't you know how to
change a tyre?
D) Just relax. I'll fix it for you in no time.
Where's the spare tyre?
E) Come on. It's not the end of the world.
Can't you fix it yourself?
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145- Theresa: I'm having some problems in my
chemistry class.
Maxine: What sort of problems?
Theresa: .............
Maxine: I think you're imagining it. Mr dark's
really friendly.
A) I just can't seem to make myself care about
atoms and molecules.
B) I don't know. I just feel that the material is
too difficult forme.
C) Have you spoken to the teacher about it?
Maybe he can help,
D) The teacher told me I'd fail if I didn't do
really well on the final exam.
E) I don't think the teacher likes me. He's
been giving me a hard time.
146- Carl: Have you got anything for a headache?
Sam: ............
Carl: Thanks for offering, but my stomach's not
feeling too well and I don't think that would be a
wise idea.
A) What's the matter? Have you been working
too hard again?
B) Maybe you should have a nap. The sleep
would do you good.
C) I've got some aspirin. Would you like me to
give you a couple?
D) I think you ought to see a doctor. You
seem to have a lot of them.
E) Haven't you taken anything for it? How
long has it been since you had it?
147- Hugh: Do you know what time the bus to
Inverness leaves?
Ralph: .............
Hugh: I guess I'd better call the bus company
then and ask them.
A) Yes, it leaves every two hours, starting at 8
in the morning and ending at 8 in the
evening.
B) Not exactly, but I do have a timetable in my
desk. Let me look for it. It won't take a
minute.
C) It used to go at 10, 12 and 2, but I haven't
taken it for years, so it might have
changed.
D) Actually, you can't get a direct bus. You
should take the 10.15 to Edinburgh and the
1.30 from there.
E) When are you going? I was planning to
drive up there this weekend. Would you
like to join me?
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148- Tanla: Did you see what Jill got on her English
exam?
Maria: .........
Tania: Neither can I. I wish I had studied as
hard.
A) I can't believe it. She must have worked
day and night.
B) I'm sure I could have done as well if I had
studied as hard as her.
C) I can't understand it. I know she studied so hard.
D) l can never do as well as she does, no
matter how hard I work.
E) I can't stand hearing about her marks. She
always does better than I do.
149- Terry: Have you heard from Janet recently?
Prank: No, it's been two months, and I'm getting
worried.
Terry: ............
Frank: I would, but they have never really liked me.
A) I wouldn't worry too much. Letters from
central Africa have a way of disappearing.
B) You should get an e-mail address. It's
much more convenient than letters.
C) She's been writing to Leroy. Maybe you
should ask him how she is.
D) Maybe you should get in touch with her
parents and see what she's up to.
E) She's never been good at writing letters,
but you should keep writing to her.
150- Kelly: Oh no. the fridge hasn't been working
and all the food has gone off.
Debbie: ...........
Kelly: Well, don't blame me. I found a good
second-hand one, but you said it was too
expensive.
A) I guess we'll just have to go out for a pizza
tonight.
B) I keep telling you we should replace that
old thing.
C) Let's get Tom over to repair it. He's good
with things like that.
D) If only we had eaten it last night instead of
going out, it wouldn't have gone to waste,
E) That's strange! It was working well
yesterday.
151- Roger: I wish we didn't have to work overtime
this week.
Harry: I don't mind. I need the money.
Roger: ............
Harry: Well, with the extra money, you can take
them somewhere really nice.
A) Me too, but I'm just so tired all the time.
B) What are you talking about? You've got
more than the rest of us put together.
C) I'd rather have the time to spend with my
wife and children.
D) No matter how much I make, I just seem to
spend it.
E) Now that you mention it. my wife will be
really happy that we can pay our bills.
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152- Catrina: How are your courses going this
semester?
Albert: Everything is going really well, but
between studies and my part-time job, I just
don't have time for anything.
Catrina: I know what you mean. I'm in the same
situation.
Albert: ...........
Catrina: Well, as we aren't, they'll just have to
wait until we obtain our degrees.
A) I really envy you because of all the free
time you have.
B) Believe me, you are lucky because working
and studying is quite stressful.
C) Isn't it a shame we aren't rich? Then we
would have plenty of time for other things
as well.
D) l sometimes wish I wasn't studying
Literature, as having to read so many
books requires a lot of time.
E) If we stopped either studying or working,
we would have more time.
153- Mr Barnes: .........
Sheila: But it's only 10.30, Mr Barnes, and I just
got home from work.
Mr Barnes: I know, but I have to get up early to
go to work tomorrow.
Sheila: OK, sorry. I'll try to remember.
A) Do you know what time it is, Sheila?
B) What is your favourite kind of music.
Sheila?
C) How do you like your new job, Sheila?
D) Hi Sheila, I wonder if you could turn down
your music a bit.
E) Good morning. Sheila. It certainly is a
lovely day, isn't it?
154- Bob: I've never seen such a wreck. Where did
you get this thing?
Alan: It's not so bad. My brother-in-law drove it
for ten years, then he gave it to me.
Bob: .........
Alan: No way. I think I'll see if I can fix it up and
keep it running.
A) If I were you, I'd give it back.
B) I wish somebody would give me a nice car
like that.
C) Why didn't he just take it to the junk yard?
D) Didn't I see him driving a new Mercedes?
E) Do you know anything about cars?
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155- Gerald: The weather's lovely today, isn't it?
Felix: ...........
Gerald: You should take a break and get out a
bit.
Felix: I know, but I've simply got too much to
do.
A) I haven't the slightest idea. I've been inside
working all day.
B) It is indeed. I got sunburnt when I went to
get the paper.
C) When I was outside a few minutes ago, I
actually felt a bit chilly.
D) l can see, but I'm so ill that I can't even get
out of bed at the moment.
E) If you like this kind of weather. Personally, I
prefer it a bit cooler.
156- Customer: .........
Waiter: Oh, the first comes with chips, salad
and soup, while the other doesn't.
Customer: Oh, in that case, I'll have the dinner
— I'm starving!
A) Is it possible to get a sandwich with chips
and a bowl of soup?
B) Exactly what is in the soup of the day? Is it
as good as yesterday's?
C) What's the difference between the dinner
and the a fa carte?
D) Could I have a plate of chips with my soup
and salad, please?
E) I 'm not sure what I want to eat, but first I'd
like a lemonade.
157- Gary: My head feels as if someone's hitting it
with a hammer.
Bill: ...........
Gary: I had one about half an hour ago, but it
doesn't seem to be helping.
A) How did he manage to do that?
B) Why don't you take an aspirin then?
C) Oh dear. Have you got a headache?
D) I think you should go and lie down.
E) You ought to try to relax a bit.
158- Nicola: This is a very interesting book about a
woman who was kidnapped by aliens.
Barry: ...........
Nicola: How can you take that attitude when
you haven't even read it?
A) Really? Could I borrow it when you've
finished it?
B) Oh come on! You don't read that rubbish,
do you?
C) That does sound interesting. I'd like to
have a look.
D) Wow! What a terrible thing to happen to
someone.
E) I think I bought it, but never got round to
reading it.
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159- Eraser: .......... 163- Paul: Would you mind closing the window? It's
Helen: No, not if you return it when you've a bit cold in here.
finished with it. Mary: ...........
Eraser: On second thoughts, perhaps I'll wait Paul: In that case, I guess I'd better move to a
and ask her myself. different seat.

A) Would it be okay if I called my mum on A) Sure, no problem. Do you know how these
your phone? windows work?
B) I'd like to borrow Wendy's camera for a few B) If you insist. It doesn't really make any
hours. difference to me.
C) Could I use the scissors on Heidi's desk? C) l don't think so. Why don't you take your
D) l wonder if you'd mind lending me a bottle jacket off?
of milk. D) I'm sorry, but it's broken. I've already tried
E) Do you think Maxine would mind if I used to do so myself.
her calculator? E) No, I wouldn't. I'll take care of it right away.
Just a minute, please.
160- Debby: What have you done to your hand?
Julie: I cut it while I was making the salad. 164- Mike: Have you heard the news? My sister's
Debby: ............ just had a little girl!
Julie: Oh, it's not as bad as it looks. Greg: ...........
Mike: They've decided on Glenda, which is my
A) Well, I hope you didn't get blood in the mother's name.
salad.
B) You really aren't very good in the kitchen, A) That's fantastic! Do you know what she's
are you? going to be called?
C) That must hurt! It seems to be bleeding a B) Congratulations! Has anyone in the family
lot. seen the baby yet?
D) You poor thing! Still, it doesn't look too C) Who'll look after the baby when your sister
deep. goes back to work?
E) That knife in the kitchen is reallysharp. D) That's wonderful news. She's their second
daughter, isn't she?
161- Cliff: I'd like to talk to you about your E) How marvellous! Your mother must be
punctuality, Martin. absolutely thrilled.
Martin: ..........
Cliff: Yes, but it was the first time this week. 165- Kirn:.........
Kay: Well, I don't think there's enough room for
A) What do you mean? I was here on time all of it.
today. Kirn: As usual, you cooked enough for an entire
B) I'm sorry, I know that I was late this army, and now some of it has to be thrown
morning. away.
C) Why me? Nobody in this office gets here
early. A) Were you expecting more people to come
D) Yes, I know. Joe's already talked to me to the party?
about it. B) Do you think we can fit the leftover food
E) Not again! You've always got something to into the fridge?
say to me. C) Do you think we've made enough snacks
for tonight?
162- Martin: ........... D) I'm worried I won't finish the cooking in time
Helen: It's amazing! I've never had anything for the party.
quite like it. E) Would you mind if I did the washing-up
Martin: Thanks. I'm glad you think so. I learnt tomorrow morning?
how to make it from my mother.
166- Susan: I can't start my car again this morning. I
A) What do you think about the sweater my don't know what to do.
mum made? Karen: ...........
B) Are you feeling any better, or are you still a Susan: That's a good idea. Do you think he'd mind?
bit ill?
C) Have you seen the new Hitchcock film? A) Have you tried asking the man next door to
What's it like? help you?
D) How's the apple-cinnamon cake? Do you B) If I were you, I'd replace thai old wreck
like it? immediately.
E) What's your new Spanish course like? Is it C) The best thing to do is ask someone to
going alright? repair it for you.
D) Why don't you ask one of my brothers to
help you?
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167- Rachel: Someone called for you while you were
out.
Theresa: Did they leave a message?
Rachel: ............
Theresa: That must be my friend Steven from
New York. He said he'd be in town this week.
A) Yes, it was your Australian friend Steven.
He said he's like to meet you for lunch.
B) No. I was in the shower, so I couldn't get to
the phone before it stopped ringing.
C) Yes, but I didn't get the name. She said
she went to university with you in the
States.
D) No, and he wouldn't leave his name either.
He had an American accent, though.
E) I don't know. I didn't speak to her. You
should ask Krissie. She answered the
phone.
168- Kelly: What time do you finish working this
evening?
Scott:...........
Kelly: Well, we're having a farewell party for
Sue and I was wondering if you'd like to come.
Scott: In that case, I'll make sure I get done
early. When and where is it?
A) I'm not working today. My boss has given
me the day off.
B) Actually, I'm going to a three-day
conference in Liverpool this morning.
C) I'm not sure. It depends on what time the
director of our Belgium branch decides to
end the meeting.
D) At 5.00. Then I'm going to a party because
my friend Joe's leaving.
E) Oh, I could be there all night as I want to
finish my proposal.
169- Karen: Come on, get up. It's a. beautiful day!
Naomi: But I was up until 3 a.m. studying last
night.
Karen: .........
Naomi: Is it that nice a day? Maybe I will get up
then.
A) Actually, I think it's going to rain later.
B) Did you forget that your mother is coming
for lunch today?
C) That's your own fault because you haven't
done any studying up to now.
D) That will be a waste of time if you don't get
up for your exam.
E) If you'd rather stay in bed than go to the
beach, it's up to you.
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170- Rupert: Haven't you finished packing yet?
Cindy: ..........
Rupert: Well, if you don't hurry, we'll miss the
plane.
Cindy: Oh all right. I'll just pack a few light
things and a few thick things then.
A) The weather is so unpredictable at this
time of year, I just can't decide what kind of
clothes to take.
B) I'm having trouble deciding what to take my
mother as a present.
C) I'm finished with my things, but you made
me pack for you as well. You always do
this, and then blame me for being slow.
D) Yes, I'm finished, but now I can't get the
suitcase shut. Will you help me?
E) Almost — I just can't decide whether to
take some books or not. What do you
think?
171- Fred: See you later, darling. I'm really late.
Anne: .............
Fred: Oh! Thanks, I'd better take them off.
A) You've still got your slippers on, are you
aware?
B) Wow, your new trousers really suit you,
Fred.
C) Have you got your spectacles with you this
time?
D) Oh, don't wear that jumper — I want to
wash it.
E) So you're leaving me with the kids again,
are you?
172- Mark: Do you fancy playing golf this Saturday?
Spencer: ..........
Mark: We could play in the afternoon. You'll
need to work off all those calories you'll
consume there.
Spencer: All right. Shall we say around 4 p.m?
A) What a great idea. I haven't played golf in
months.
B) Of course. I want my revenge from the last
time.
C) I would, but I've been asked to the yacht
club for brunch.
D) I'm not sure that I'll have the energy. I'm
running four miles in the morning.
E) It depends on the weather. There's been
so much rain lately.
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173- Professor: Why have you been late with all your
assignments recently?
Jack: .......
Professor: Well, you'd better sort out your
personal life if you expect to graduate.
A) Maybe I've been concentrating too hard on
trying to do a good job.
B) I've been having some problems at home.
I'm afraid I've been a little distracted,
C) My computer broke down, so I've had to
type everything on the library computer.
D) I thought my last two essays were quite
good.
E) I don't understand why it matters if they are
late, as long as they are good!
174- Jeremy: Have you heard the one about the
Irishman, the American and the Russian?
Arnold: ...........
Jeremy: Have I? I don't remember.
Arnold: You just like the sound of your own
voice so much you don't even listen to what you
say.
A) Have you forgotten that you have an
appointment at 3 o'clock?
B) Have you got five pounds you could lend
me?
C) No, you haven't. Have you got time to tell
me now?
D) Not that one again! You've told it three
times.
E) Which one? I've heard several jokes like
that.
175- Louisa: I'm considering buying a new house.
What do you think?
Lily: What's wrong with your present one?
Louisa: .........
Lily: I don't agree. It's one of the loveliest areas
in town.
A) I've had too many problems with the roof
and the plumbing.
B) It needs so many repairs that I'd be better
off buying a new one.
C) I want a smaller place in the same area.
D) The garden is just too much trouble for one
person to take care of.
E) It's too small, and not in a nice
neighbourhood.
176- Andy: There was so much I wanted to do during
this holiday, but we've just been stuck in the
hotel.
Dave: ..........
Andy: Does it matter any more? We're going
home tomorrow.
A) There has been some good stuff on TV,
anyway.
B) Maybe we should try again next year.
C) The weather report misled us completely.
D) At least there are lots of facilities in the
hotel, so we haven't been bored.
E) Do you think this rain is ever going to stop?
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177- Debbie: You're not watching TV again, are you?
Sharon:..........
Debbie: Why don't you try reading a book?
Sharon: You're so out of date, Mum. Maybe I'll
surf the net for a while.
A) You know I have to watch this
documentary for my college course.
B) I can't ihink of anything else to do.
C) Only the news, then I'm going to the library.
D) No, I'm not. I'm studying for my exams.
E) I've been reading so much I just thought I'd
watch this drama for a change.
178- Henry: Why don't we go camping this weekend?
Lisa:..........
Henry: Neither have I. It will feel really good to
get out of the city.
Lisa: I can't wait.
A) Great idea. I haven't been camping for
ages.
B) I'd like to, but I haven't got a sleeping bag.
C) To be quite honest, I've never liked
camping.
D) Oh, good, I've been dying to try out my
new sleeping bag.
E) I don't think that sounds like a good idea;
I've never been camping in my life.
179- Peter: What do you want to do on your
birthday?
Pearl: I'd like to have dinner in a fancy
restaurant, then go to the theatre.
Peter: ..........
Pearl: Well, as long as you put it that way, we
can have a Chinese take-away and rent a
video.
A) Well. I mean what you'd like to do that we
can afford.
B) Okay, I'll book the table, and you book the tickets.
C) OK, if that's what you really want, but I
thought we could do something special.
D) It's a good thing that I'll get paid the day
before.
E) Do you want to see a musical, or
something more serious?
180- Vicky: Have you ever been to Asia?
Mary: Yes, I was a volunteer nurse in Indonesia
for two years.
Vicky: ............
Mary: I'd rather stay home than waste my time
and money gambling.
A) I'm thinking of doing something similar, and
I want to talk to someone about the living
Conditions.
B) Really? I was a volunteer teacher in the
Philippines.
C) Isn't it awfully dangerous in Indonesia?
D) Oh no, I meant, have you ever been to
somewhere exciting like the casinos in
Macao?
E) What a coincidence! So was I. Where were
you exactly?
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181- AIex: .......... 184- Mum: .......... .

Keith: I'd considered it, but I'm going into my Peter: Oh, just leave it. I'll do it when I've
father's business, and I think I can learn more finished this chapter.
from the practical experience. Mum: That's what you always say, but it never
Alex: Lucky you. I'm going to need all the gets done.
qualifications I can get.
A) Come on Peter. It's time for you to do your
A) Are you going to get a summer job? homework.
B) Your wife told me you're planning to retire B) Would you mind giving me a hand with the
at the end of the year. washing-up?
C) There's nowhere to eat near the university. C) Are you ready for supper? I'm about to put
Why don't you open up a restaurant? it on the table.
D) How do you like university? I've heard you D) I wish you'd stop watching the TV and read
are at the top of your class. a book for once.
E) Are you thinking about getting a Master's E) I can't find today's newspaper anywhere —
Degree after you graduate? do you have it?

182- Roger: If I were the Prime Minister, I'd do 185- George: Could you tell me how much a ticket to
something about getting jobs for all the Bucharest is?
unemployed young people. Travel agent: ..........
William: Oh, they wouldn't work if you gave George: Hold on please, let me just check in my
them jobs. They live on the streets and beg diary.
because they like it.
Roger: ......... A) Do you want a single or a return ticket?
William: Me? Of course not. I've never been B) I'm afraid all the tickets have been sold.
that lazy. C) Is that the price for economy class?
D) That depends on when you want to go
A) I agree they are a real nuisance, aren't E) What's the distance from here to
they? Bucharest?
B) Yes, it must be really fun playing in the
snow in winter. 186- Janice: ............
C) Have you ever tried living on the streets? Louise: Yes, I have. I saw them last year at
D) How much can you make selling tissues Wembley.
these days? Janice: You're so lucky.
E) It is such a waste of human potential, isn't
it? A) Have you got the tickets for the Metallica
concert from Jack?
B) Do you enjoy going to football matches
183- Carol: I don't know what to do — I haven't with your friends?
finished my assignment for tomorrow. C) Have you ever played in a band?
James: ........... D) Did you go and see Oasis playing at
Carol: I can't do that. I was late with the last Wembley last year?
two. E) Have you ever been to a Rolling Stones
James: Well, I don't know what you can do concert?
then.
187- Stacey: My hair is still soaked from going out in
A) Is it impossible for you to finish anything on the rain.
time? Paula: ..........
B) Don t worry. Is there anything I can do to Stacey: The problem with that is I always lose
help? them.
C) You'd better call your tutor and tell her it'll
be late. A) Why don't you go and dry it in front of the
D) If you work late tonight, you'll finish it in fire?
time. B) Well, I’d tell you not to go out in this
E) It won't matter. Your tutor will be weather.
understanding. C) Next time remember to take an umbrella
with you.
D) It's a bit wet still, but it looks lovely and
curly.
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188- Justin: .............
Harry: Oh, there was a call for you a little while ago.
Justin: That was probably them. Why didn't
anyone put themthrough to me?
Harry: Well, I think it was just when you went to
the canteen.
A) Have there been any calls or faxes for me
this morning?
B) I've just had lunch with the manager and
his assistant.
C) Did my wife happen to call while I was out
of the office?
D) I'm expecting to hear from Wetherby and
Co. today.
E) l haven't had any letters or phone calls for
weeks now.
189- Lewis: I can't find the detective story I was
reading.
Robin: ............
Lewis: Well, that's your opinion. I happen to
enjoy them.
A) I don't know why you bother to read such
rubbish.
B) I know you were reading it at breakfast this
morning.
C) Oh, you haven't lost it, have you? It's my
favourite one.
D) Sorry. I put it away because I thought you'd
finished it,
E) Did you think of looking on the table next to
your bed?
190- Ed: Can you lend me five pounds?
Al: Sorry, I'm broke. You'll have to apply to
someone else.
Ed: ..........
Al: Have you tried Tim as well? He got paid just
yesterday.
A) I'm sorry to hear that. I hope you get it fixed
soon.
B) I'm not surprised. It's, only two days before
your pay-day.
C) I've already asked everyone I can think of.
D) Isn't there any way you can repair it?
E) Don't you think we've spent too much on
these books?
191- Customer: I'm looking for a present for my wife.
Assistant: What exactly are you looking for?
Customer: ...........
Assistant: Of course, Sir. Let me make a couple
of suggestions then.-Does she prefer gold or
gem stones?
A) Which floor is the Ladies' department on?
B) I'm not sure. I was hoping you could help
me.
C) She has always wanted to have a fur coat,
preferably brown.
D) Can I phone her and ask what she wants in
particular?
E) Well, she is almost your size, but a little
taller.
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192- Sheila: How was your exam? Oh what's wrong,
are you crying?
Fiona: It was terrible! I couldn't remember
anything! I just turned in a blank paper!
Sheila: .........
Fiona: Maybe, but right now even that
possibility won't help me feel better.
A) Is it so important? Cheer up. Things could
be worse.
B) Oh no! Professor Jones is sure to give you
a zero. He never helps anyone out.
C) But that's the worst thing you could have
done!
D) Well, our teacher is very understanding
and he might give you a second chance.
E) I think you need to see a psychiatrist. It's
not normal crying so hysterically over an
exam.
193- Miss Williams: Did you phone the USA on the
office phone yesterday?
Alice: Well, yes. But it was urgent. My parents
are visiting there and my dad had a heart attack.
Miss Williams: ..........
Alice: I'm sorry. It won't happen again.
A) That's no excuse. The boss told me to tell
you that you're fired.
B) Oh I didn't know that they were on holiday.
I hope they're enjoying themselves.
C) Even so, you should ask permission first.
The boss heard you and was really angry.
D) Oh, I'm so sorry! The same thing happened
to me when I was in Canada last year.
E) I hope you are okay now! Next time you
need to phone them, please use my mobile
phone.
194- Son: There's a really good film in town. Dad.
Father: Is there? Are you going to see it?
Son: .........
Father: Oh all right. How much do you need?
A) I'd like to, but I haven't got any money.
B) Sure I am. Mike and I have already bought
our tickets.
C) Of course I am. I'm going with Sally, and
it's her turn to pay.
D) I'm afraid I'll miss it, although it's not so often
that we have this chance around here.
E) I don't think so. I should do my homework.
195- Wendy: What's wrong? You look upset.
Betty: I've just bought a new skirt and I can't fit
into it. Wendy: ..........
Betty: I know, but I like eating and drinking so
much.
A) I'm so surprised. You don't really look fat
these.days.
B) If you wear loose things, people won't
notice how fat you are.
C) Well why don't you get a bigger one then?
D) Maybe you should try to lose some weight.
E) It will be all right then if you attend a gym
for a week or so.
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196- Lawyer: .........
Mr Willis: Yes, I caught a glimpse of them as
they got into the car with the victim between
them.
Lawyer: Now, look around the court-room, Mr
Willis. Can you see those men here?
Mr Willis: Yes. Those two men over there are
the ones I saw.
A) Did you try to catch the men, Mr Willis, or
did you just let them go?
B) Did you see the kidnappers on the day in
question, Mr Willis?
C) How many of the robbers did you see
clearly, Mr Willis?
D) Do you remember what make of a car the
robbers were driving, Mr Willis?
E) Had you been in contact with the men
before the day of the murder, Mr Willis?
197- Customer: Could you take me to the airport?
Cab driver:......................
Customer: Oh, whichever you think will take
less time, please. I'm in a hurry.
A) But I must tell you that it's a long way, and
it will cost you $20.
B) Sure, but traffic is terrible this time of day.
You must be prepared for a delay.
C) I'm sorry, that's out of my service area,
Madam.
D) Are you going to pay in cash or by credit
card, Madam?
E) Would you like me to take the road through
the city or the highway?
198- William: Shall we take the children to the zoo
this weekend?
Frank: Oh no! I can't stand seeing the animals
penned up in cages.
William: .............
Frank: I'm glad we're agreed on that. Then, let's
makeanother plan.
A) What do you mean? They're only animals.
B) But the ones in our city zoo are really well-
cared for, don't you agree?
C) I guess you've got a point. It's not very
nice, is it?
D) Oh, no! I suppose you're going to become
vegetarian next.
E) All right. If that's the way you feel, then you
can take them somewhere.
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199- Colette: I have just returned from a tiring
journey from Scotland.
Sharon: What did you go there for?
Colette: .............
Sharon: Did you manage to find one that you
like?
Collette: No, unfortunately, the area that we
were looking in didn't have many on offer.
A) My husband is interested in buying some
land around his home town.
B) We've been looking for a small farm in the
Highlands.
C) It was a package tour, actually, which my
parents had booked for my birthday.
D) In order to have a long hike in the Scottish
Highlands.
E) Well, our trip was not a long one, so we
only visited a small part of it.
200- Donald: How was your trip to Las Vegas?
John: It was awful. I lost all my money
gambling. But I couldn't stop and I lost my car
and even my house.
Donald: ............
John: Yes, it is. My wife has decided to leave
me as well.
A) Oh no! Did you manage to win anything
back?
B) That was really stupid. I thought you had
more sense.
C) What a shame! I know you will forget this
nonsense one day.
D) That's terrible! But it's not the end of the
world!
E) Tough luck! Is it a secret from your wife, or
has she found out?
201- Policeman:.............
Mr Jones: Not really. It was dark, and I wasn't
expecting anything to happen.
Policeman: Well, we have some suspects, and
we were hoping that you'd be able to identify
one of them.
A) Now then, what were you doing on the
night of the 28th?
B) If you don't answer, you'll go to prison. You
don't want that, do you?
C) I hope you're feeling better, Sir. Can you
remember anything about the attack?
D) I think we've just arrested the person who
mugged you, but you should identify him
first.
E) Would you be happy if I told you that we'd
caught the robber?
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202- Linda: How long were you a teacher Mrs.

Smith?
Mrs Smith: .............
Linda: Wow, really long! From your answer, I
guess you're still working?
Mrs Smith: Oh, yes, for one more year.

A) I've been in this profession for over twenty

years, I think.
B) I used to like teaching younger students
even when I was in high school.
C) Oh, that was a long time ago, really. I may
not remember exactly.
D) Just for a year or two before I started
studying Law.
E) Well, I started at 21, and taught continually
until I retired.

203- Sportswriter: Who's going to win your big fight

tomorrow?
Boxer: ..........
Sportswriter: But he's been champion for ten
years.
Boxer: Then it's time for a new one. I'll be
champion for the next ten!

A) I think I have a chance, though my

opponent is a far better boxer than I am.
B) How much chance do you think I can stand
against such an experienced boxer?
C) I really don't know. There are two sides,
and two possible results!
D) Of course I am! I'm younger, stronger and
faster than the other guy!
E) Isn't the other guy too young and
inexperienced for a ten-year champion?

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CEVAP ANAHTARI

1. D 30. C 59. D 88. A 117. D 146. C 175. E

2. B 31. E 60. C 89. A 118. E 147. C 176. E
3. A 32. A 61. B 90. C 119. B 148. A 177. B
4. C 33. B 62. D 91. D 120. D 149. D 178. A
5. A 34. B 63. B 92. B 121. E 150. B 179. A
6. D 35. D 64. D 93. A 122. B 151. C 180. D
7. E 36. C 65. E 94. E 123. E 152. C 181. E
8. B 37. E 66. C 95. E 124. A 153. D 182. C
9. D 38. B 67. B 96. B 125. C 154. A 183. D
10. E 39. D 68. A 97. C 126. D 155. A 184. C
11. C 40. B 69. C 98. D 127. C 156. C 185. B
12. B 41. A 70. B 99. E 128. B 157. B 186. D
13. A 42. A 71. B 100. E 129. A 158. B 187. E
14. C 43. C 72. C 101. C 130. C 159. E 188. C
15. B 44. E 73. A 102. B 131. A 160. C 189. D
16. C 45. D 74. E 103. A 132. D 161. A 190. A
17. B 46. A 75. A 104. E 133. E 162. D 191. C
18. C 47. B 76. B 105. C 134. B 163. D 192. B
19. C 48. E 77. D 106. A 135. E 164. A 193. D
20. E 49. B 78. C 107. D 136. C 165. B 194. C
21. A 50. E 79. E 108. E 137. B 166. A 195. A
22. D 51. C 80. E 109. C 138. A 167. D 196. D
23. A 52. A 81. D 110. D 139. E 168. E 197. B
24. E 53. E 82. A 111. A 140. D 169. E 198. E
25. D 54. E 83. C 112. B 141. E 170. A 199. C
26. B 55. D 84. B 113. D 142. D 171. A 200. B
27. C 56. E 85. E 114. E 143. B 172. C 201. D
28. A 57. B 86. D 115. C 144. C 173. B
29. B 58. A 87. B 116. B 145. E 174. D
202. C
203. A
204. D

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