PRACTICE EXAMINATIONS FOR THE TOEIC® TEST Listening, Test one In the Listening test, you will be asked to demonstrate how well you understand spoken English. The entire Listening test will last approximately forty-five minutes. There are four parts, and directions are given for each part. You must mark your answers on the separate answer sheet Do not write your answers in your test book. ‘Sassi Part 1 Directions: For each question in this part, you will hear four statements about a picture in your test book. When you hear the statements, you must select the one sstaternent that best describes what you see in the picture. Then find the number of the question on your answer sheet and mark your answer. The statements will not be printed in your test book and will be spoken only one time, Look at the example item below. Now listen to the four statements. W: (A) They're leaving the room. (8) Theyre tuming on the machine. (C) Theyre standing near the table. (0) Theyre reading the newspaper. ‘Statement (C), “Theyre standing near the table.” is the best description of the picture, so you should select answer (C) and mark it on your answer sheet. Now part one will begin. 1. Look at the picture marked number 1 in your test book. mM (A) The plane is landing at the airport. (8) Passengers are boarding the plane. (C)_ The passengers are getting into their seats, (0) The plane is taking off from the airport. 2. Look at the picture marked number 2 in your test book, W: (A) The dog is drinking water from a bow. (8) The dog is running on a leash. (C)_ The dogis playing near the water. (0) The dog is digging a hole in the yard Go on to the next page. 3. Look at the picture marked number 3 in your test book. NM (A) Aman is making a presentation. (8) Aman is handing out papers. (C) Aman is pointing to his watch. (0) Aman is picking up a poster. 4, Look at the picture marked number 4 in your test book W: (A) He's folding his umbrella. (8) He's walking in the rain. (C) He's putting on his raincoat. (0) He's watering the plants. 5. Look at the picture marked number 5 in your test book. Me (A) The family is standing behind the car. (8) The family is walking across a park (C)_ The family is riding in a car. (0) The family is waiting to cross a street 6. Look at the picture marked number 6 in your test book W: (A) She's cooking food in the kitchen. (8) She's placing food into a carton (©) She's eating food at the table. (0) She's putting food on the plate. Go on to the next page 7. Look at the picture marked number 7 in your test book. NM: (A) The cars have been repaired. (8) The cars are being towed away. (C) The cars are parked in a garage. (D) The cars have been in an accident. 8. Look at the picture marked number 8 in your test book, w: (A) The train is at the station. (®) The train arrives soon. (©). The training is boring (0) The trainers are on the platform,eer eee 9. Look at the picture marked number 9 in your test book. m (A) He's holding his keys. (8) He's playing an instrument. (©) He's moving the piano, (0) He's taking some notes. 10. Look at the picture marked number 10 in your test book. W: (A)_He's getting up trom the table, (8) He's looking for something on tine. (C)_ He's reading what's on the paper. (0) He's holding a meeting Go on to the next page. 3 Part 2 Directions: You will hear a question or statement and three responses spoken in Engiish. They will not be printed in your test book and will be spoken only one time, Select the best response to the question or statement and mark the letter (A), (B), or (C) on your answer sheet, For example, you will hear Where is the meeting room? You will also hear: Ww (A) To meet the new director. (8) Its the first room on the right (©) Yes, at two o'clock. The best response to the question “Where is the meeting room?" is choice (B), “t's the first room on the right” so (8) is the correct answer. You should mark answer (B) on your answer sheet. Now let us begin with question number 11. 41. We When was this machine built? Me (A) No, not yet. (8) In Germany. (©) Last year. 12. Where should we meet? W (A) Atnine o'clock (8) For an how. (©) Inside the café. 13. Me 4. 15, Ww: 16. w: 7 18. 19. we Why shouldn't we accept their offer? (A) It hasn't been accepted, (8) Theyve already offered it. (C)_ We've received a better one. Could | have the check, please? (A) Yes,! can check. (8) Thank you, | wit (©) Certainty, here itis. What do you think about the company’s advertising campaign? (A) Its the best I've seen, (8) No, |havent - how is it? (©) Because theyve spent too much on it. Do you still want to go? (A) Not anymore. (8) No, I didnt go. (©) Yes, they cid. Isn't this printer the same as the old one? (A) l agree: it's getting a bit old. (8) No, this one’s been upgraded. (©) They should be printed soon. How do you do it? (A) Fine, thank you. (8) It's quite easy. (©) Whenever | can, Where's the best place to eat? (A) Maybe just a sandwich. (8) _No thanks, fve just eaten. (©) Ty the restaurant upstairs. Do you want me to cancel the order? (A) _ Did they say why? (8) That's probably a good idea. (C) No thanks, Im not ready to order yet. ‘Are you into football? (A) | follow a couple of teams. (@) Tell me, who won? (C) | finally got in, but it took a while,PRACTICE EXAMINATIONS FOR THE TO! TEST 22. we 27. ws 29. Me 30. Wt Has the mail been delivered? (A) _ Its on your desk. (8) No, Mary's e-mail address. (C)_ The post office. How many laptops did we order? (A) _| think five should be enough. (8) One for each office. (C)_ We should order some soon, Why didnt you go to the meeting? (A) Nobody told me about it. (8) It depends on what time it starts. (©) _ Yes, but nothing much happened. How long have you been here? (A) Im leaving Monday. (8) For another two weeks. (C) April will bo one year. Why dont you join us? (A) Thanks, Id love to. (8) Don't mention it. (©) Please, have a seat. Can you tell me when the next train is? (A) You can buy your ticket at the station. (8) Sure, there's one at five fifteen (C) No, it only makes local stops. How about meeting in the lobby? (A) _ No, we're not, its been postponed. (®) Sure, Ni be there in ten minutes. (C)_ It went well, lots of people were there, What are you doing this weekend? (A)__ Nothing much (8) Sure, give me a call (©) Sunday would be better. Have we been paid yet? (A) Yes, | paid off the full balance. (8) Oh good, | can really use the money. (©) Payroll was processed this morning 31. w: 32 we 33. 36. w 37. w 38. Where's the nearest ATM? (A) To get some cash for my trip. (8) There's one downstairs. (C) Well, that’s certainly convenient! ‘What happened to your hand? (A) Sure, I handie it (8) | bumed it cooking. (©) Much better, thanks, Why hasnt he returned my call? (A) Thank you, I let him know. (8) Tmnot sure, that's not like him. (©) Okay, what's your number? Isnt that Linda? (A) I's nice to meet you, Linda. (8) haven't heard from her. (C)_ No, i's someone else. ‘Are these items also on sale? (A) We can order them for you. (8) Just the ones with a green tag. (©) Iknow, but they'e still expensive. Is our intemet connection down again? (A) No, it’s in another building (8) _No,| don't need to go online! (©) No, the problems with your computer. Has my cab arrived? (A)_It'should be here soon, (8) Thanks, tm on my way. (©) There's another one behind it How would you have handled the situation? (A) Wel, at least its settled (8) | agree, they handled it well (©) Id have done the same thing Would you please hand me that brown folder? (A) The one on the table? (8) Can you post it online? (©) Isnt it due tomorrow?ire eee 40. it What do you like best about your job? Ww: (A) It's going pretty wel, so far. (8) The people and the atmosphere. (C) Yes, but Id like to find something better. ei Part 3 Directions: You will hear some conversations between two people. You will be asked to answer three questions about what the speakers say in each conversation, Select the best response to each question and mark the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your answer sheet. The conversations will not be printed in your test book and will be spoken only one time, Questions 41 through 43 refer to the following conversation. M So, how many days are you taking off? W: | was planning to take five working days off, but in the ‘end Im only taking off four, Tuesday to Friday. M: Ab, that's ‘cause Monday's a holiday and we have the day off. Good idea - you get five days for the price of four W: Exactly. Il get the whole week off and save myself an extra vacation day, plus the weekend at the end. So Hil start the following week bright and fresh, 41. What does the woman say she did? 42. On which day will the woman return to the office? 43. What is the man’s opinion of the woman's plans? Questions 44 through 46 refer to the following conversation. We Andy, tve come up with a preliminary plan for the conference - speakers, schedules, and so on. | sent you an e-mail, | just need you to let me know what you think. AS soon as you sign of, we can get to work. M Good - good work. One question: how many rehearsals have you pianned? Part of the problem last time, | think, was that we simply didn't practice the presentations enough. W: Right. ve planned for two rehearsals early on, and then well see how it goes. If we have lots of technical problems or, it we feel we need more practice, welll have time to squeeze in another session. Mf: Sounds good. And have you planned to increase the technical staff? We were a bit short last time. 44. What does the woman want the man to do? 45. What does the man imply about last year's, conference? 46. What does the woman say the speakers might need to do? Go on to the next page. Questions 47 through 49 refer to the following conversation. Me Ive received several complaints from the people at ‘Amberson, saying we've been late on a number of orders recently. td like to know why. What have we been doing wrong? W: [ve already e-mailed them explaining that its not our {ault, John. Some of their orders are so big they need to go through customs. We're not the ones holding things up. Is the bureaucracy. M_ That's not good enough. If they expect one thing, and we don't provide it, we end up looking bad. Next time they place a big order, make sure you emphasize in advance that there might be delays. Ws Well then we may need to change our policy. Right now, we promise delivery within thirty days, and its become obvious we can't always do tha 47. What does the man want to know? 48. What does the woman say she did? 49. What does the man recommend they do? Questions 50 through 52 refer to the following conversation. W: We currently have openings in our company for some sales representatives. Do you have anyone you could recommend? MI might. | know this woman - Sue Miler. She's been telling me privately that she's ready for a change - and she's very good. | think she'd be wiling to hear what you have to offer. W: Sue Miller ... Do you know her well? Would you be willing to talk to her, or should | contact her mysetf?Lidia telat NTT Nod St) Si) ot Ne know her pretty well, but it might be better if you call her and tell her you got her number from me ~ no need for me to be in the middle. Il send you her number when I get back to work. ‘50, What does the woman ask the man to do? 51. What does the man imply about Sue Miler? 52. What is the man probably going to do next? Questions 53 through 55 refer to the following conversation. Mm How did you realize we'd made a mistake? Ws Well, | showed the C-F-O our tax projections for next year, and he was funny: he said it was probably a little optimistic to expect profits to double in a year. M Oh nol Don't tell me we put profits and expenses into ‘one column again .. W: Yes, but | distinctly remember double checking it There must be something wrong with the software. 53. Who are the speakers? 54. What mistake did the speakers make? 55. How did the speakers discover their mistake? Questions 56 through 58 refer to the following conversation. W: Here's your ticket and your boarding pass. Your fight departs from gate twenty-three B at ten-thirty - that's half past ten. Please try to be there at least thirty minutes earlier for boarding. Do you have any carry-on, luggage? M: Yeah, just this small bag. Is it too big? Ws No, no, you'r fine, But be aware that the overhead bins fill up quickly. It's first-come first-served, and if there's no room in the bins, or if your bag wont fit under your seat, you may have to check it Me Yes, Im aware of that, no problem. So, do I just go through security now? 56. Where is the man? 57. What time should the man be at the gate? 58. What does the woman caution the man about? Questions 59 through 61 refer to the following conversation. Ne Hi, this is Jim from Haloyon Communications. fm scheduled to install cable service today at two-forty Fisk Street. Am I speaking to the current resident? W: Yes, you are. | was told to expect you between noon and five o'clock this aftemoon. Are we still on for that? Me Actually, | just finished a service call on Main. If youre going to be home, and it's not too early, Id be happy to come over right now. I's easier for me to do it now W: Oh yeah, that's great! Yeah, I'l be here. Just ring the doorbell, and Il let you in 59. Why has the man called? 60. What is implied about the man? 61. What will the man probably do next? Questions 62 through 64 refer to the following conversation. heard they changed the course of the Great City Road Race this year. Do you know the new route? Yeah, they had to move the start location. The first three mites go around Green Lake and then it meets the old ‘course at the convention center. The rest of the race is, the same. They stil have that huge hill at the end. Ws Right, the hill Lots of fun, Do you know why they changed the start? M: Yeah, the citys renovating the south side of the park, and | think the roads are still being worked on. tm pretty sure it has to do with that. 62. Which part of the Great City Road Race has changed? 63. What is said to be at the end of the race? 64. What does the man say has affected the race? Questions 65 through 67 refer to the following conversation, Mw There's no way Im going to get this report done by ‘tomorrow. | just don't have the time. W: If you dorit mind me saying so, you seem to have a lot of problems meeting deadlines. You need anTranscript Examination assistant, you know? You need to start delegating work to other people. know, | know. [ve been thinking of hiring someone. I think | need to do that. W: im surprised you haven't so far. You definitely have enough business. Dor't you think itd be worth it? 65. What is the mar’s problem? 66. What does the woman suggest that the man do? 67. What does the woman imply about the maris business? Questions 68 through 70 refer to the following conversation. W: My job's fine, but it involves a lot of traveling, and that becomes rather tiring sometimes. You know what | mean? Me I do! In my case, I never leave my office or talk to anyone because | work trom home. Which is nice, but man, does it get dull sometimes, W: Believe me, giving seminars can be dull as well - saying the same things, over and over. Especially if the trainees arerit into it - a two-day session can feel ike an eternity! Me At least you get some variety, For me, it's just me and my PC, day in and day out. (68. What are the speakers mainly discussing? 69, What is the womanis job? 70. What can be inferred about the man? Go on to the next page. #8 Part 4 Directions: You will hear some talks given by a singlo speaker, You will be asked to answer three questions about what the speaker says in each talk Select the best response to each question and mark the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your answer sheet. The talks will not be printed in your test book and will be spoken only one time. Questions 71 through 73 refer to the following talk. Me Allright, can | have everyone's attention? Its great to ‘see 50 many club members here today, but please - we've got a very tight schedule, and we need to get started, so if you can just get back to your seats. Thank you. Okay, 60, the Nominating Committe will be meeting upstairs in the library in. let's see .. teen minutes. Now, current Intemational Officers - none of you are on the Nominating Committee, are you? No? Good, then you all need to go to Meeting Room A with the photographer, so we can get some pictures for the website. Id like everyone back here in one hour - that's twelve oclock, sharp - to hear the report of the Nominating Committee and vote on the candidates for new officers, After that, we can break for lunch. 71. Where is the speaker? 72. What is the speaker's main concem? 73. What does the speaker want people to do? Questions 74 through 76 refer to the following tall W: When Jerry Lamont moved into the twenty-year-old house he'd just bought in a Denver suburb, he got to work bringing the house into the twenty-first century, cenergy-wise. An experienced do-it-yourselfer, Jery installed new insulation and a skylight that turned his, atic into a heat collector. All this, plus some ingenious changes to the house's air flow cost Jemy a total of thirty-five huncred dollars. But now his annual bil for heating, cooling, and hot water is an unbelievably tow fifty dollars! And his impact on global warming is almost nothing. How/d he do it? Wel, Jerry will be here to tell W-C--0 listeners EXACTLY how he did it, so join us today at four o'clock for This Green Planet, ninety-three point six on your F-M dial. 74. What is the purpose of this talk? 75. Who is Jerry Lamont? 76. What did Jerry Lamont do? Questions 77 through 79 refer to the following talk. W: Mr. Vidalis? My name is Shawna Reston, from the Orion Dance Company. | was given your number by a friend of yours, Rob Kramer. The reason tm calling is Im hoping you can write an article about Orion's upcoming performance season, something more than just the usual calendar listing. And Rob thought you might like to do a little backup work, interview the lead dancers, that sort of thing. At any rate, if youre interested, | can also set up interviews with thePRACTICE EXAMINATIONS FOR THE TOEIC® TEST dancers. Ill also need your e-mail address to send you the press release and some stock photos, so if you can get back to me at seven seven two, one five, eight two Id appreciate it. Thanks. 77. Who does the caller represent? 78. What does the caller want Mr. Vidalis to do? 79. What does the caller claim to have? Questions 80 through 82 refer to the following talk. Me Dalton Foods is the largest North American distributor of food and food-related products, and a world leader in food packaging for the “food to go" segment of the industry. We currently provide products and services to more than four hundred thousand customers, including restaurants, schools, healthcare facilties, hotels, and others. in addition to food, Dalton owns ‘Alpha Labs, makers of cold remedies, and we have plans to diversify further into healthcare, where we feel our distribution network gives us a competitive advantage. In recent years, growth has come largely from increased business with developing markets - in Latin America, in particular, we've seen double-digit growth, and expect that trend to continue. 80. In what area does the speaker claim Dalton Foods is a world leader? 81. In what non-food industry is Dalton Foods involved? 82. According to the speaker, what is the main reason for Daltor’s economic growth? Questions 83 through 85 refer to the following radio talk. Me The Buckley Big Band comes to town this weekend, tomorrow and Saturday night, 1o the Newport Theater, at twenty-eight Pine Street. This award-winning band has been entertaining audiences around the world for nearly thirty years, and only a few tickets are still available, but we've got ten tickets that we are giving away completely free! Just call K-J-A-Z Radio at two ‘seven oh, Seven seven seven oh, when you hear me say the words, “tree ticket” The second caller wins each time. That's two seven oh, seven seven seven ch . Great group, big sound! Don't miss it! Just call when you hear me say the magic words - sometime in 236 the next .. few .. minutes. 83. How many nights will the Buckley Big Band play? ‘84. What is claimed about the Buckley Big Band? ‘85. How can someone win a free ticket? Questions 86 through 88 refer to the following voicemail message. W: Hi Hillary, i's Bess. Got your message - and yes, have a great place to recommend in Belize - it's this, beautiful resort in Caye Caulker called Caribbean Vista. It’s right on the beach - actually, they own like half a mile of the beach, so i's really private. At any rate, is enormous - some kind of old estate that was converted into a hotel, Its a beautiful old Victorian mansion - the lobby is like an old movie set ...lots of great wood detalling, chandeliers - absolutely stunning, Our room was large, and comfortable, and cool. The restaurant was old-fashioned, but fantastic - a bit pricey, but good for what you get. Anyway, Il e-mail you the details, but it's a definite yes, if youre looking for a place to stay in Caye Cauiker. 86. Where is the hotel located? 87. What is claimed about the hotel? 88. Which part of the hotel does the speaker compare to amovie set? Go on to the next page. Questions 89 through 91 refer to the following talk. MT hope you've enjoyed our ite film about the James Island Nature Preserve. Now, a few closing words - and this will be a little less “scenic” than the birds and animals you just saw on the screen, but equally important - about the preserve and its economic benefits to our community. The preserve has created dozens of jobs for island residents, both in the park itself, which is open year-round, and in a number of projects for sustainable development, such as “green” eco-tours, and a wind-and-solar energy project that will eventually generate most of the island's electricity ‘There's no question the preserve has significantly improved the environmental and economic health of James Island and its residents.birt ieee 89. What is the talk mainly about? 90. What did the speaker do before the talk? 91. What does the speaker predict for the future of James Island? Questions 92 through 94 refer to the following voicemail message. W: Hi Jim, this is Amanda Nicholls on Vine Street. | just ‘wanted to thank you for the wonderful job you and your crew did building our new front porch. We love it, and our neighbors still haven't stopped complimenting Us, | also wanted to tell you what a great crew you have. Brian and Eddie were absolute sweethearts: professional, hardworking, and oh-so-polite. Theyre good at what they do and really good at client relations, so ~ you've got some winners there. Anyway, Ive already passed your name on to some friends and neighbors, and | just wanted to tell you that you can use me as a reference any time you like. Oh yes, and I gave Eddie a check, so we should be paid in full ‘Thanks again, vim, 92. Who is the speaker probably addressing? 93. What qualities does the woman praise about the workers? 94. What does the woman offer to do? Questions 95 through 97 refer to the following talk. M Okay, we're heading down now into the best-known parts of Heidelbergs Old Town. This street is the Hauptstrase, and it's Germanys largest pedestrian walkway - very popular with tourists and locals alike. Youll note that although the buildings are quite old, the shops and restaurants are distinctly modem, and have all the latest brands. The Ritter Hotel, here on ‘your right, has excellent traditional German food, and across the street you got a great view of the Cathedral of the Holy Spirit, an impressive medieval church. Wee going to go beside the cathedral and head to the river, but before we tum, look up to your right and youil see the castle above the town, It's something you absolutely must visit before you leave. We have both walking and coach tours there, and I tell you more about them at the end of this tour. 95, What does the speaker draw attention to? 96. What does the speaker say about the Ritter Hotel? 97. What will the speaker do at the end of the tour? Questions 98 through 100 refer to the following talk. W: Around the tum of the twentieth century, old Thomas Peterson was well-known here as the best ‘water witet” of Ashland County. People would hire him to find water on their property - so they could find the best spot to dril a well, What he did is, with a forked branch he'd cut from a peach tree, he'd walk around the property, and when he passed over a good source of water, the branch would point toward the earth. Or at least that's what people believed. This branch was called the “rod” and every water witch had his or her own. ‘Divining” is what they called the practice. At any rate, strange as it may sound to those of us with modem tools and scientific thinking, this search for water was pretty successful, so farmers and homebuilders would happily pay a small fee for the service. 98, What does the speaker imply about Thomas Peterson? 99. What information about water witches does the ‘speaker provide? 100. What does the speaker offer an opinion about? This is the end of the Listening test. Tum to Part 5 in your test book. End of recording, 235|barat SCNT ed a ds Bc) Ca Examination 2 Listening, Test two In the Listening test, you will be asked to demonstrate how well you understand spoken English. The entire Listening test wil last approximately forty-five minutes Thee are four parts and directions are given for each part. You must mark your answers on the separate answer shoot Do not write your answers in your test book ‘eat Part 1 Directions: For each question in this part, you will hear four statements about a picture in your test book. When you hear the statements, you must select the ‘one statement that best describes what you see in the picture. Then find the number of the question on your answer sheet and mark your answer. The statements will ot be printed in your test book and will be spoken only one time. Look at the example item below. Now listen to the four statements. W: (A) They're leaving the room. (8) Theyre turning on the machine. (C)_ Theyre standing near the table. (0) Theyre reading the newspaper. Statement (C), “Theyte standing near the table” is the best description of the picture, so you should select answer (C) and mark it on your answer sheet. Now part one will begin. 1. Look at the picture marked number 1 in your test book, tt: (A) The man is painting the roof (8) The man is ltting a box. (C) The man is fixing a car. (0) The man is working outside. 2. Look at the picture marked number 2 in your test book. W: (A) He's crossing a street. (8) He's walking up stairs. (C) He's stepping out the door. (0) He's wiping down the block. Go on to the next page. 3. Look at the picture marked number 3 in your test book. Me (A) He's riding it down, (8) He's shuffling papers (©) He's writing with a pen (0) He's holding a sign 4. Look at the picture marked number 4 in your test book, Ww: (A) Awaiter is bringing food to diners, (8) A chef is preparing some food. (C) A cook is frying food in a pan, (0) A diner is tasting some food in a restaurant, 5, Look at the picture marked number § in your test book. M (A) He's playing a bass guitar. (8) He's picking it up by the base. (C) He's laying it down on its face. (0) He's putting the guitar in a case. Look at the picture marked number 6 in your test book. W: (A) They're getting up from the table. (8) Theyre gathering papers from the table. (C) Theyre being escorted to the table. (0) Theyre sitting together at a table. Go on to the next page. 7. Look at the picture marked number 7 in your test book. mM (A) The umbrella has been opened inside. (8) The woman has taken her umbrella inside. (C)_ The wind has turned the umbrella inside out (0) The woman has left an umbrella outside. 8. Look at the picture marked number 8 in your test book. We (A) He's placing boxes on the shelves. (8) He's carrying boxes down the aisle. (C) He's packing boxes with goods. (0) He's holding the boxes on his head,reread iene ed 9. Look at the picture marked number 9 in your test book. (A) They're looking at parkas. (8) Theyre seated on a park bench (C) Theyre strolling across the park. (0) Theyre parked near a bench. 10. Look at the picture marked number 10 in your test book. Ww: (A) Theyre walking through the water. (8) Theyre swimming in the stream. (C) They're watering the garden (0) Theyre washing off their feet. Go on to the next page. Part 2 Directions: You will hear a question or statement and three responses spoken in English. They will not bbe printed in your test book and will be spoken only ‘one time, Select the best response to the question or ‘statement and mark the letter (A), (B), or (C) on your answer sheet. For example, you will hear: Ne Where is the meeting room? ‘You will also hear: Ws (A) To meet the new director. (8) It's the first room on the right. (©) Yes, at two o'clock The best response to the question ‘Where is the meeting room?" is choice (B), "i's the first room on the right,” so (B)is the correct answer. You should mark answer (B) on your answer sheet. Now lat us begin with question number 11. 11. Me Has anyone stil not received the newsletter? We (A) No, | haven't seen it yet. (8) No, everyone should have gotten it by now. (C) Because it goes out on the first of the month, 12, w: 13. 14. we 15. 16. Me 17. 19. me | stil don't understand: why cantt you deliver it this week? (A) No, Im afraid they can't. (8) Were just too busy with other things. (©) Thanks, Id really appreciate that. When's the best time to meet? (A) Around five. (8) It's two o'clock. (©) No, | didn't make it. Would you care for some coffee or tea? (A) Im fine, thanks. (8) Yes, we have both. (©) With milk, no sugar. How many have already registered? (A) You can register oniine. (8) About a dozen or so. (C) We expected about a hundred. Where do you want to have lunch? (A) Im not really; are you? (©) No, I cant; can you? (©) Imnot sure; how about you? When did the meeting canceli (A) They haven't decided on a time. (8) Frank sent it out this moming. (©) _ I can go whenever youre ready. n go out? What does Walter want in retum for arranging the deal? (A) Probably a percentage. (8) Not yet - can | take a message? (C) He's scheduled to return tomorrow, Is there any reason why | shouldn't go to this year's conference? (A) Only that | don't think we can afford to send you (8) Okay, but please explain to me why you think that. (C)_ Oh good, at least one of us will be there.PRACTICE EXAMINATIONS FOR THE TOEIC® TEST 20. W: Was Shelly transferred from Sales? 28. m Can | speak with a manager, please? Mm (A) | think we can manage that Ww: (A) No thanks, | can manage it myself. (8) No, she came from Marketing. (8) Yes, | need to talk to someone about my (C) Because her figures were down. account. {C) She's not in right now, is there something 21. Ws Wheris the show? t can do? (A) Tomorrow. (8) Last Thursday. (C)_ At the Rex Theater. 29. W: How often do you set out your recycling for pickup? Me (A) We do it every other Thursday. 22. W: Would you rather I closed up the shop myself? (8) Paper, plastic, glass, aluminum - things like that. That . Ly pico Dt (C) Yes, and we're quite adamant about it. {8) Oh, so it's done, then. (C) Fairly clase - about ten minutos. 30. Ws Whose car is that parked in front of the house? 23. me How long is the flight? w: (A) As far as | know, anytime. (B) There's a long stop in Tokyo, and then another in LA. (©) Not very, but the ride from the airport (A) No, you need to go around to the back (8) You need to apply for a permit for that. (©) Whoever itis, they shouldn't be there. should be leaving 31. Shouldn't we get another quote? takes time, W: (A) That's probably a good idea, (8) Im surprised you dont want to. 24. W: Which cover do you like: the red or the blue? (C) No, we haven't received one yet. mM (A)_ Either one is fine by me. Seas see rele wen 32. We Do you have my current phone number? (C)_ That's the one | would have picked. mM: (A)_ Its better if | call you. (®) Its in the company directory, isnt it? 25. ms Who's in the photo? (©) Sure, let me give it to you. W: (A) Oh, did you take that? 0 (8) Its from my college yearbook 38. Who loft the mik out (C) My cousins, on my mothers side. W (A) For a couple of hours. (8) Sorry about that. 26. W Is Bill wortied about the negotiations? (C)_ Sofia went to get some. Mm (A). It he is, he's not showing i. , {8) Nothing yet - they'e stil ongoing. eee ce (©) Yes, B's handling the negotiations. W: (A) Ohrreally? | thought she did, (8) | studied it for a semester in collage. 27. Me When did Andrew change his rind? (©) I think she only knows a little. Ww: (A) Imnot sure he minds at all (8) As soon as he saw the plans. (C)_ imagine hell come by today. 35. Ws Was Greg waiting for you at the airport when you arrived? mM (A) Okay, il find out when his flight gets in. (8) Yes, that would be great, thank you (C) He was there and brought me to the hotel36. mt How soon can you get here? Ws (A) itil take me an hour. (8) Its okay, | have a car. (C) Sure, it you need me to. 37, Me Jen, Mr. Donaldson is here to see you W: (A) No, we haven't met (8) Please send him right in (C)_ Im planning to see him today. 38. W: Do you think we should hire Jack or Mary? (A) | tend to agree with Jack (8) Actually, | think we should keep looking (©) Mary does most of the hiring 39. mk What kind of printer paper should | get? W: (A) Yes please do, were almost out (8) Whatever's on sale. {C) And get some toner cartridges, too. 40. W: What would you recommend I do? NM: (A) No that’s not what Im recommending, (8) | think you need to think about it some more. (C) Well, then that's exactly what you should do. i Part 3 Directions: You will hear some conversations between two people. You will be asked to answer three questions about what the speakers say in each conversation, Select the best response to each question and mark the letter (A), (B), (C), or (0) on your answer sheet. The conversations will not be printed in your test book and wil be spoken only one time. Questions 41 through 43 refer to the following conversation, MW. Okay, | have this executive summary ready for Max, but | really would appreciate if you would please review it before | send it to him. Could you do that? Ws Depends what you need and when you need it, Do you want me to just check for speling, punctuation, and so (on, of would you like me to review the content as well? NM Mainly spelling and punctuation. Of course, you can feel free to comment on the content, ..| know youre ere ene swamped, but we have to have this done by end of day tomorrow. W: Okay, no prob. If there's anything major that needs to be changed, Ill call you, okay? 41. What does the man want the woman to do? 42. What does the man imply? 43. What does the woman offer to do? Questions 44 through 46 refer to the following conversation. Mt Im placing an order. Do We need any stationery supplies? W: Actually, we do. We're out of toner and printer paper. Aiso, Brett's asked us to see if we have enough of those - what do you call those plastic things - um, report covers. Mt You mean the clear plastic covers with the plastic spines? Yeah, Im not sure what theyre called - report covers, | quess. W: Right. Brett likes to have his notes all nice and organized - he uses a lot of those. Can you see if we stil have those in stock? 44, What does the man ask the woman? 45. What do the speakers have trouble figuring out? 46. What is the man probably going to do next? Go on to the next page. Questions 47 through 49 refer to the following conversation. We We need to do something about our home loan, Harry. Do you realize our interest rates are over seven percent, now? It's as if we used a credit card to pay for it Ne I know, | know. What are we paying now ~ six-eighty a month? We were paying like, what - five-fitty a couple of years ago .. 7 Vi And the thing is, interest rates are so low right now! We should be able to refinance. Me If you can qualify - that's the problem. Rates are low, but nobody can qualify for a loan - even it they have great credit ratings. But | agree: we need to start contacting other lenders,bata aN ed i) Cd 9 47, What are the speakers mainly discussing? 48. What will the man probably do next? 49. What is the man's concer? Questions 50 through 52 refer to the following conversation. M. Why your computer making that beeping noise? I's really loud, Everyone can hear it. W: Yeah, | know. For some reason, | can't log into my e-mail program. Ive been locked out, and it keeps giving me this error message. Pretty annoying, huh? Hmm, did you change your password last week? Tech ‘Support asked everyone to do that - remember? Check your settings to see that it's been changed. W: Yeah, | did. And | was able to log in from home earlier, 0 | dor't think its my account. | think i's local - the Computer shouldve been upgraded a long time ago. 50. What is the woman's problem? 51. What does the man suggest the woman do? 52. What does the woman imply? Questions 53 through 55 refer to the following conversation. W: Do you understand this memo? It says that all ‘employees who Want to supplement their insurance need to go to Human Resources by Monday to fill out some forms. So theyre changing our insurance .. Ne No, that's if youve gotten married or had kids or something. Youte not affected. At any rate, if you want supplemental insurance, | think it's better to go through a private insurer. W: That's if you want to pay two premiums. The benefit of ‘company insurance is that i's all covered under one plan. Nz Sure, but it's not necessarily cheaper. There are a number of insurers that make it pretty reasonable for ‘you to supplement through them. 53. What does the woman want clarified? 54. What does the woman find out? 55. What suggestion does the man make? Questions 56 through 58 refer to the following conversation. M Okay, 50 | applied for new telephone service, right? The company takes two weeks to install my lines - so Im already not happy. So now, | get my fist bill, and can you believe this? Theyre charging me from the date | applied for service, even though it took them two weeks to give it to mel Vi You mean theyre charging for two weeks you didn't, have service? That's ridiculous, Did you complain? NM: Did | complain? Yeah. They're saying it's standard policy and that | need to pay and they/ll refund for the period | didn't have service. But its totally crazy! | wish there was some way for me to file formal charges, or something - just on principle. W: Well, you cant - its the phone company. They won't change anything. What can you do? 56. What happened to the man? 57. What did the phone company tell the man to do? 58. What does the woman imply the man should do? Questions 59 through 61 refer to the following conversation. W: So your feaiing is that my health problems are all related to stress. Is that it? : Well, stress and diet. Look: you tell me you've been eating a lot of sweets lately, and that's a common reaction to stress. The sweets perform a physiological and psychological function; they raise your serotonin levels, and that gives you a brief emotional high, W: The problem is when | come down, and I want to eat more. Me Exactly. Once the high wears off, youre down and stressed and you become dependent on the sugar to pick you up again. You become a sugar junkie. 59. What has the woman been doing recently? 60. What does the man say about sweet foods? 61. What does the man say people who eat too much sugar can become?Questions 62 through 64 refer to the following conversation. Me So, I can find cheap tickets from Los Angeles to New York City, but it costs double if | want to fly from LA to Ithaca! ve searched every travel site online and there isnit a single flight that doesn’t double my cost. And New York's actually further away! W: That's because New York's a major hub and Ithaca isn't Distance has nothing to do with it; it's always cheaper to fly into a major city. Have you considered trying a travel agent? M: Do those even exist anymore? Everyone just buys their tickets online nowadays. | didn't even know travel agents were still around. W: Oh, theyre still around, The industry's taken a hit, but | know a woman who's just terrific at finding good deals. |'can give you her number. It won't hurt to try. 62. What is the man's complaint? 63. What does the man find surprising? 64. What will the woman probably do next? Questions 65 through 67 refer to the following conversation. M. We need to update these brochures. This information is really outdated, and some of these even use our ld logo. Could you please go through these and start to make a list of things that need to be changed? W: No problem Would you like me to bring Rob into this as well? Im sure International has some prices they want to update. M: | guess we could do that, but do we really want to include prices? That means we'd have to update the brochures every year. That's a bit of a hassle, isn't it? W: You have a point. Stl, we're going to need him to approve the new brochures at some point, so he should be brought into the loop. 65. What does the man want the woman to do with the brochures? 66, What does the woman recommend doing? 67. How does the man fee! about the woman's idea? Questions 68 through 70 refer to the following conversation. \W: How many days are you going to be in Spain? NM: Only four days, and unfortunately, the seminars going to keep me pretty busy. And we have to attend workshops 100. | don't think tm going to be able to get out much - I need to learn this stuff, i's important for my job, you know? W: Sure, but class is only during the day, right? Youtl be free in the evenings, wor't you? You really should make the most out of this trip - Madrids such a great city! 1M Oh, | want to get out, believe me. Im not sure Im going to get to any museums or galleries, but I definitely try and get a taste of the nightife, at least. 68. Why is the man going to Spain? 69. What does the woman suggest the man do? 70. What does the man doubt he will be able to do? Go on to the next page. : You will hear some talks given by a single speaker. You will be asked to answer three questions about what the speaker says in each talk. Select the best response to each question and mark the letter (A), (8), (©), oF (D) on your answer sheet. The talks will not be printed In your test book and will be spoken only one time. Questions 71 through 73 refer to the follo. announcement. 1g radio Residents of south Florida are urged to prepare for Tropical Storm Barry - expected to make landfall in the next few hours with winds gusting up to sixty miles an hour. Some storm surge is expected, and residents of low-lying coastal areas should be prepared to ‘evacuate. Barry, the second storm of the Atlantic hurricane season, will weaken as it moves inland - but while the rain associated with this system is welcome in drought-stricken central Florida, heavy rainfall is expected to create flooding problems, so residents should remain alert. Stay tuned to this station for updates from the National Severe Storm Center.PRACTICE EXAMINATIONS FOR THE TOEIC® TEST 71. What information is given about the storm? 72. What does the speaker advise some people to do? 73. What is implied about central Florida? Questions 74 through 76 refer to the following voicemail message. W: Hi Lucille, this is Adrianne from Product Development. I need to change Dr. Rogers’ fight to Las Vegas, currently scheduled for Saturday, May 13°. It tums out he's scheduled to make his presentation to the Board early on Saturday moming, so he needs to fly in the night before - that's Friday, May 12°, His return date is stil the same - Sunday, the 14% at four pm. Soy to inconvenience you, but could you please make this change and send me a confirmation as soon as possible? And thanks a lot, Lucille - | appreciate it 74, What does the woman say Dr. Rogers wants to do? 75, When does Dr, Rogers want to fly to Las Vegas? 76. What is Dr. Rogers scheduled to do in Las Vegas? Questions 77 through 79 refer to the following talk. Mt: You know, economic reports are issued every day ~ but you have to understand how these figures work together to tell a story. Take, for example, the latest housing figures - home sales, new construction, and 50 on. Theyve been declining for the past couple of quarters, right? Now, we all know this has a irect impact on other parts of the economy ... ike ‘employment. But the thing about housing is ... there's usually a lag before it bagins to affect the job market. So - 80 far, employment’s been holding steady, but in three or four quarters, | think you're going to find that the employment numbers are going to deciine as well ‘So you need to see how housing ties into the broader ‘economy ... Now, if you'll open to page one-fity - ‘seven in your texts please, I like to walk you through the first chart... 77. What is the main topic of the talk? 78. What does the speaker say about the current job market? 79. What is the speaker's job most likely to be? Questions 80 through 82 refer to the following advertisement. W: Since nineteen ninety-nine, Paraleon Tours has been offering the best tours of Athens at the lowest prices Our bus tours leave the city center at different points of departure daily at nine am. Our Central Tour passes the National Gardens, and the former Palace, now the Parliament, before offering optional quided tours of the Acropolis and National Museum. Our Norther Tour takes you to Mount Pendeli with a short stop at the ‘Olympic Stadium en route to a longer stop for lunch. in scenic Kifissia. Both tours retum to our terminal in the city center. For full descrintions of our two-, three-, and four-day coach tours into the countryside, or our three- and seven-day cruises of the Aegean islands and the Turkish coast, we invite you to check our ‘website at w-w-w-dot-paraleon-tours-dot-com. 80. What is leamed about Paraleon Tours? 81. What does the Northem Tour include? 82, What do the Central and Northem Tours have in ‘common? Questions 83 through 85 refer to the following advertisement. How would you like to save hundreds of dollars in energy bills? Well, the experts at Greenzone have advice for you. First, ry changing to energy-efficient light bulbs. The initial cost may be higher than you're Used to, but these bulbs can save you fifty dollars a year. And with the money saved on lighting, why not invest in new double-glazed windows, and cut your winter fuel bills up to a hundred dollars a month? If energy savings are important to you, let Greenzone come to your home and give you a free energy-saver inspection. We can help pinpoint areas for savings you may be missing. Call one, eight hundred, five-seven- five, nine thousand and let Greenzone guide you to warm winters and hot savings! 83. According to the advertisement, what does Greenzone mostly offer? 84, What is implied about energy-efficient light bulbs? 85. What does Greenzone offer?eee eee Questions 86 through 88 refer to the following news report. W: Rail commuters will find it easier to park at the Newport station beginning Monday morning. R operator FasTrack reports that the new parking structure there is finally complete, and will be open in time for the first train on Monday. The new three- storey structure adds an additional five hundred parking spaces, bringing the total to fifteen hundred. There are a total of seven thousand parking spaces along FasTrack’s ten-station light-rail commuter route, which runs from Milton to Roaring Fork. The Highland Valley station has the most spaces, with two thousand, and the Martinvill station has the fewest, with just two hundred. 86. What is said about the parking structure at the Newport station? 87. How many new parking spaces will the Newport station have? 88. Which station has the most parking spaces? Go on to the next page Questions 89 through 91 refer to the following talk. W: Before we start, | want to introduce our new Director of Adult Care, Dr. Margaret Tate. Maggie comes to us from Madison, Wisconsin, For the past twenty years, she's been with the Madison University Hospital system, working first in emergency care and ‘eventually ending up as Director of Oncology. She also spent several years on the City of Madison's Medical Review Committee, where she reviewed medical products and services for the city’s health department and area hospitals. So, as you can see, we're getting someone with a lot of experience, and | feel very fortunate that we were able to lure her away and get her to relocate here to Texas. 89. What is the purpose of the talk? 90. What was one of Margaret Tate's past duties? 91. What is learned about Margaret Tate? Questions 92 through 94 refer to the following radio announcement. Me This Saturday at ten pm. indie rock fans are in for a real treat when the band, Shadow Shapes, appears at the Soundstage, Lansing’s premier space for independent music. Fresh off a successful European tour, Shadow Shapes is an important mainstay of the West coast music scene. Their sets span a range of styles, from folksy ballads to hard-crving funk. Last year, Tunes magazine named them one of the top Bands of the Year. They'll be appearing one night only at the Soundstage, three-fiftaen West Allegan Street downtown. Tickets are twenty dollars and reservations will not be taken - so make sure you get there early and don't miss out on Shadow Shapes at the Soundstage. 92. What is said about Shadow Shapes? 93. According to the speaker, what is one of Shadow ‘Shapes accomplishments? 94. What is learned about Shadow Shapes’ performance? Questions 95 through 97 refer to the following radio talk show. M: Here's something a lot of people are going to want to know: if youve inherited a retirement plan from a parent, sibling, or unmarried partner, you may be able to transfer the money into an individual retirement account and avoid paying taxes on it. Congress recently passed some legislation that may give you the kind of tax advantages that, in the past, you could only get if you'd inherited these benefits from a spouse. But there's a catch: the company that established the retirement account must decide whether or not they want to offer you the advantages of the new law; they need to change their retirement plans to allow for a smooth rollover. Most companies are doing it, but some aren't - so youre going to need to check to see if youre qualified. 95. What is the main topic of the talk? 96. What does the speaker say happened recently? 97, What does the speaker say is a problem?PRACTICE EXAMINATIONS FOR THE TOEIC® TES’ Questions 98 through 100 refer to the following recorded messat W: This is a recorded message from Forward Tech. May we remind you that you have just one week left to add our complete cell, landiine, and TV package to the Intemet service you already receive. The complete package gives you unlimited local calls, long distance anywhere in the world for up to twenty percent less than most carriers, unlimited mobile service and free, unlimited text messaging, Not to mention, youll stil have broadband Internet AND cable TV! This entire service comes to just one-twenty-nine ninety-five a month, plus long-distance. If youd like to add the Forward Tech package to your current service and have it bled to your credit card, please stay on the line for a representative, 98. What is probably true about people who receive this message? 99. What does the package deal include? 100. What is the listener asked to do? This is the end of the Listening test, Tum to Part 5 in your test book End of recording, g : Listening, Test three In the Listening test, you will be asked to demonstrate how well you understand spoken English. The entire Listening test will last approximately forty-five minutes. ‘There are four parts, and directions are given for each part, You must mark your answers on the separate answer sheet Do not write your answers in your test book. im Part 1 Directions: For each question in this part, you will hear four statements about a picture in your test book, ‘When you hear the statements, you must select the ‘one statement that best describes what you see in the picture. Then find the number of the question on your answer sheet and mark your answer. The statements will ‘ah ot be printed in your test book and will be spoken only ‘one time. Look at the example item below. Now listen to the four statements. Ww: (A) They'e leaving the room. (B) They're turning on the machine. (C) Theyre standing near the table, (0) Theyre reading the newspaper. ‘Statement (C), "They're standing near the table,” is the best description of the picture, so you should select ‘answer (C) and mark it on your answer sheet. Now part one will begin. 1. Look at the picture marked number 1 in your test book. M (A) They're hunting for food (8) Theyre being seated at a restaurant. (C) Theyre ordering from the menu. (0) Theyre eating a meal 2. Look at the picture marked number 2 in your test book. W: (A) He's sealing the box. (8) He's ltting up the box. (C) He's selling the box. (0) He's filing up the box. Go on to the next page. 3. Look at the picture marked number 3 in your test book. M_ (A) She's putting the groceries away. (8) She's shopping in a supermarket. (©) She's taking books from a shett. (0) She's paying for a purchase. 4. Look at the picture marked number 4 in your test book Ww: (A) Theyre moving a computer to a desk. (8) Theyre watching a movie in a theater. (C)_ Theyre looking at a computer monitor. (0) Theyre packing up the computer,5. Look at the picture marked number 5 in your test book. NM: (A) He's riding a bike in the street. (8) He's stepping over the bike. (C) He's staring at the bike. (0) He's carrying a bike up the steps. 6. Look at the picture marked number 6 in your test book. Ww (A) He's holding the phone to his ear. (®) He's making an important point (C)_ He's touching the screen. (0) He's handing over the phone. Go on to the next page. 7. Look at the picture marked number 7 in your test book. Mm (A) The musicians are playing together. (8) The musicians are putting down their instruments. (©) The musicians are walking to the stage. (0) The musicians are bowing to the audience. 8. Look at the picture marked number 8 in your test book W: (A) He's reaching for a tool. (8) He's fixing the pipes. (©) He's tuming the corner. {D) He's repairing the wires. 9. Look at the picture marked number 9 in your test book. MN (A) There are many passengers in the car. (8) There are many cars on the road. (©) There are many traffic lights. (0) There are many roads for cars. 10. Look at the picture marked number 10 in your test book. Ww (A) The men are holding a meeting. (8) The men are handing out cards. (©) The men are crossing their arms. (0) The men are shaking hands. Go on to the next page. fre acne tam Part 2 Directions: You will hear a question or statement and three responses spoken in English. They will not be printed in your test book and will be spoken only ‘one time. Select the best response to the question or statement and mark the letter (A), (B), oF (C) on your answer sheet. For example, you will hear: Where is the meeting room? You will also hear: W: (A) To meet the new director. (8) It's the first room on the right. (C) Yes, at two o'clock ‘The best response to the question “Where is the meeting room?” is choice (B), “Its the first room on the right,” so (8) is the coect answer. You should mark answer (B) on your answer sheet. Now let us begin with question number 11. ‘11, Me Who's in charge of sales? W: (A) I putit on my credit card. (8) His name is Bill Somerset. (©) Itcame to thirty-nine dollars 12. We Which gift would you like in return for your donation? we (A) Mil take the magazine subscription. {B) Thank you, its lovely. (©) The money goes for a good cause. 13. M When's the campaign scheduled to launch? Ww. (A) Sometime next autumn (8) Yes, it was quite successful (©) We should meet around three. 14. W: Do you know where this road goes? Mt: (A) No, driving conditions weren't too bad. (8) Good question - I've never been on i. (©) | didn't see it - did we pass it? 15. mt What does this warranty cover? Ww. (A) For a period of two years, {B) Yes, it's all covered. (©) All manufacturing defects for one year.PRACTICE EXAMINATIONS FOR THE TOEIC® TEST. 16. we 17. 18. 19. w: 23. Is there someplace where | can check my e-mail? (A) Sure, Ill just wait for you here. (8) Id send it as an attachment, if | were you. (C) There's a computer in the hotel lobby. Aren't you at all interested in Patton's offer? (A) No, | haven't, (8) Im considering it. (©) tmnot either. It looks as if Jeff got his promotion (A) Good, he deserved it. (B) Yes, and | got one just like it online. (C) That's because he's always late. Who ordered the vegetarian burger? (A) Okay, how would you like it cooked? (8) No, with a salad (©) did, over here. When did you notice your wallet was gone? (A) I did - and tm still pretty upset about it (8) As soon as | got home - it wasn't in my coat, (C) Not much cash, but it had all my credit cards, Why donit you go by plane? (A) Me too, | preter it. (B) The train's a whole lot cheaper. (©) Yes, to get to the airport. You have a master’s degree, don't you? (A) City College has a good program. (®) Me neither, but | hope to someday. (C)_ Not yet - I graduate in May. How would you like to pay? (A) Right now, please. (8) Id lke to use a credit card, (©) Can you give me the check? 24, w: 25. Wt 26. w: 28. w: 29. Wt 30. w: 31M | thought you and Kyle weren't on speaking terms. (A) No, Im speaking first, and then Kyle. (8) Oh, we made up a long time ago. (©) No, but fm sure | will when I see him. What have you heard about the new exhibit at the museum? (A) No, |haven't yet. (8) It's supposed to be quite good. (C) Great, when do you want to go? What's your return policy? (A) Everybody around here has one. (8) I don't expect were going to need to (C)_ You can retum anything within up to thirty days Is Jennifer still waiting for a quote from us? (A) We sent it to her last week. (8) As long as we can afforc (©) Actually, tm not sure who it's from. Who released this information to the press? (A) suppose I could do it. (8) Were still looking into it. (C) To inform the public about it Why dontt we switch suppliers? (A) | doubt weld find a better price. (8) No, we didnt - but we might have to. (C) Right, that was about three years ago. Where's the invoice? (A) Yes, | did too. (B) It should be on your desk. (C) Because it came to six hundred dollars. Rachel's Ed's assistant, isn't she? (A) Oh, | thought she was. (8) Yes, she's his secretary. (C) Because she's meeting with him later.fitter aseineeh 32. w: 33. Wt 36. we 37. Ww: 38. w: 39. Wt 40. w: Can you tell me where Forest Road is? (A) It's the next block up. (8) No, this is Baker Street. (C)_ Its on the third, | think ls Mr. McNamara in at the moment? (A) He's away on business til Monday. (6) Well then, can | leave him a message? (C) It's nice to meet you, Mr. McNamara. How do you feel about Patrick's resignation? (A) Exactly, | feel the same way about it. (8) _| think itl be good for the firm. (C) Really? When did you hear that? Wher's the next shipment expected to arrive? (A) Good, its about time. (8) Il ship it immediately. (©) | thought itd be here yesterday. Why wasnit Sarah informed about this decision? (A) No, she hasnit been. (8) Last week (©) | thought she had been. ‘Are there any temp agencies you can recommend? (A) I dor't really know any local ones. (8) Yes, tm only working here temporarily (C) Thank you, every recommendation helps. What would the position entail? (A) Alot of traveling to client sites. (8) Youre right, it probably would. (©) For about six months. Where did you place the last order sheet? {A) About two weeks ago. (8) Back in the folder. (C) From our regular suppliers. Is the server down again? (A) | can go and get it (8) It's been crashing all day. (C) Sure, Hl have another, why not? mui Part 3 Directions: You will hear some conversations between two people. You will be asked to answer three questions about what the speakers say in each conversation. Select the best response to each question and mark the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your answer sheet. The conversations will not be printed in your test book and will be spoken only one time. Questions 41 through 43 refer to the following conversation. MW Are we supposed to be meeting in the boardroom, ‘on the seventh floor, or the conference room on the sixth, or .. someplace else? | was just up in both rooms and no one was there. W: Its in the boardroom, but the meeting's been pushed back an hour. Something urgent came up that needs Clarks attention, M: Why didnt anyone tell me about this? Ive been ‘wandering around the building for the last ten minutes looking for this meeting. W: Actually, | called your office but youd already gone. Im sorry ~ Clark just got called away at the last minute. 41, What does the man say he did? 42. What is learned about the meeting? 43. What does the woman claim to have done? Questions 44 through 46 refer to the following conversation. Ws Hi, this is Linda Bruner from Chapman Computer Store. Im calling to see if you have an accessory in stock .. its for a tablet computer. Me Hi Linda ... give me a second and let me get the right window up on my computer... okay, tell me, what are you looking for? W: Im looking for a bracket for mounting the tablet on a car’s dashboard, model number zee-one-eight-one- four-two - Fil need a few other things as well. And | also want to make sure you have the specific bracket in stock, Me Okay, let me get that up here on soreen, Um... Boy, this is going slow today... okay, we have ..oh yeah, we have that specific model in stock. And it comes in two colors - black and gray. Whatever you need, its in stock, 247)PRACTICE EXAMINATIONS FOR THE TOEIC® TEST ‘44, Why has the woman called? 45. What is the man doing? 46. Which industry does the woman work in? Go on to the next page. Questions 47 through 49 refer to the following conversation. Me Hey, I need some help. | need some cardboard boxes so | can package some documents and then ship them overseas. How do I go about doing this? W: Okay, it's probably best if you get a hold of Betsy In HER and let her know what you want to do. She can get you boxes and explain the whole shipping process, M. So | need to go through the H-R department for this? I'd have thought this was something we could handle ourselves. W: We can, but since youre new at this i's okay to go through Betsy. Id help you myself but I need to take a call in a minute. 47. What does the man want to do? 48. What does the woman suggest the man do? 49. What can be inferred about the man? Questions 50 through 52 refer to the following conversation. NM: We have a lot of work coming up - there's a lot going on here for the next few months. I wanted to ask you about your availabilty. Ws Well, Im pretty involved with the Evergreen project right now, but that ought to be winding down by the end of the month. Jack’s been asking me about my availabilty for a project as well, but nothing's confirmed with him, M: Well, | can definitely use you. | have a project coming up I think you'd be perfect for. I's an international sales contract with a new client - you'd be good for the legal team. W: Sure, as long as I'm not working with Jack. | ought to check with him as a courtesy, but Im pretty sure his Works just a “maybe” Why dor't | call you after | talk to him? 50. Why does the man contact the woman? 51. What can be inferred about the woman? 52. What does the woman promise to do? Questions 53 through 55 refer to the foltor conversation. W: Where are we with this month's invoices? Everything needs to be submitted to Accounting before the ‘end of the month - this month's particularly important ‘cause its the end of our fiscal year. Nt Yeah, Im pretty sure we're caught up. | sent a batch of invoices to Accounting this week and theyre all waiting to be paid. W: They dorit need to be paid immediately, but we need to make sure they have all our paperwork. As long as, they have the invoices, we won't be blamed for any delays. fe 1 know - Im on top of it. Now, there's a chance we may {get biled for one or two more orders, but Il make sure theyre processed as soon as they come in. 53. What does the woman ask the man? 54, What is leamed about the speakers’ company? 55. What does the man offer to do? Questions 56 through 58 refer to the following conversation. W: I don't know if you know, but todays Michael Irwin's, last day, and a group of us are going to the Iron Horse: after work for a going-away party. Mt Really? | knew he was leaving ... but I didrit realize it was today. What time's everyone getting together? W: | think people are getting off work at different times, but roughly between five and six. The time's loose. Mike said he'd be there on the earlier side of that - five, five-fifteen, If you want to check with him - maybe you can go over together. Me Yeah, he works on my floor. Ill go check with him right now. Thanks for letting me know! 56. Why does the woman contact the man? 57. What does the woman say about her coworkers? 58. What does the woman suggest the man do?Transcript Examination 3 Questions 59 through 61 refer to the following conversation, Me Good aftemoon. Welcome to the Royal Regency. Are you checking in this aftemoon? W: Yes, please. | have a reservation under the name of Thomson. Sheila Thomson. Its for a suite - and I'd prefer one on an upper floor, i that's possible. Til see what I can do Yes, Ms. Thomson, | have you here for three nights in a suite. And we can put you on the twelfth floor. If you have a credit card, well go ahead and process your reservation. W: Sure .. here you go. This place looks busy right now! All these people! Is there a convention, or a trade conference in town? 59. Where most likely does this conversation take place? 60. What does the woman give the man? 61. What does the woman note about her location? Questions 62 through 64 refer to the following conversation. W: Erica wanted me to go to the store to pick up some ink, but | just realized I've forgotten what kind to get. She told me, but | completely forgot. Im not even sure what make and model our printer is. Me Just open the printer and check out the cartridges. They ought to have a product number or catalog number or something. Just write down that number and youll be good. W: Oh, that's a good idea. Me Theyre sold in packs - usually they have one color cartridge and one black. Erica usually wants two packs. That usually lasts us @ couple of months. 62. What did the woman forget? 63. What does the man suggest the woman do? 64, What most likely is true about the man? Questions 65 through 67 refer to the following conversation. Me Hi Ruth, this is Jack Foster, from Allied. | know this is a last minute thing, but | just found out Im going to be in Chicago tomorrow, and | thought it might be nice if we Could meet in person. W: Hi Jack - yes, nice surprise, | agree - ittd be great to finally meet you. Um, tomorrow .. it depends, what. time were you thinking? M: Well, Im flying in in the moming and have @ noon meeting, but | should be free after about two o'clock | dont fly back to Cleveland until eight at night, so... anytime in the afternoon, really W: Okay, | think Im free after two, Um, let me do this: let me check with my assistant and make sure she doesnit have me booked for something Im not aware ‘of, and then Iil call you back and we can figure out Where to meet. Hows that sound? 65. What is learned about the speakers? 66. What does the man ask the woman to do? 67. What does the woman say she will do? Questions 68 through 70 refer to the following conversation. W: tm thinking of having the roast beef and potatoes with um ..| don't know, a salad, | suppose. They make good soup, but Im not in the mood for it. How about you? What are you getting? MI haven't made up my mind yet. They have quite a fow things here that look really good - | ke the sound of the gumbo .. crayfish .. the fish special the waiter mentioned. Something spicy, | suppose. W: | don't know if you noticed, but they have a southern sampler for twenty dollars. You can choose a variety of different dishes and put them together. ! had it once - its nice. 1M: Yeah, | noticed that. | might go with that. Tell you what, {ets get the waiter and rit decide when he gets here. ‘Sometimes | just need to be put on the spot. 68, What can be inferred about the woman? 69. What does the woman suggest the man do? 70. What does the man decide to do? Go on to the next page.PRACTICE EXAMINATIONS FOR THE TOEIC® TEST om Part 4 Directions: You will hear some talks given by a single speaker. You will be asked to answer three questions about what the speaker says in each talk. Select the best response to each question and mark the letter (A), (®). (©), or (D) on your answer sheet. The talks will not be printed in your test book and will be spoken only one time. Questions 71 through 73 refer to the following announcement. M Greenwalds is celebrating and we want you to join the fun! Portlands largest furniture outlet has just opened our twentieth showroom and, for the next twenty days, all our stores are offering you a special three-plus-two offer. What's that? Get yourself a three-seat sofa priced five hundred dollars and above, and welll give you a two-seat matching loveseat completely free! That's right: buy a three-seat sofa and get a two-seat loveseat at no extra charge! We have hundreds of designs to fit your living room or office, whatever your style. And with twenty Portland locations, there's bound to be a Greenwald's near you! 71. What is the occasion for the sale? 72. What must a customer buy to qualify for the special offer? 73. What is claimed about Greenwald's? Questions 74 through 76 refer to the following news report. W: Well it's official: The city’s having its hottest July in ten years. Temperatures today are expected to hit one hundred ten degrees, and a heat advisory is in effect. The city’s making services available to try and keep residents cool - there are a number of cooling centers for people who don't have air conditioning, and city officials are reaching out to seniors to make sure theyre okay. If you have a neighbor who's a senior, i's a good time to check in on them. For kids - swimming pools are extending their hours to nine pm. If you find yourself feeling lightheaded or having trouble breathing, there is a hotline to call: nine oh three, seven-nine-six, nine-thousand. Unfortunately, there's no sign of rain or a break in the weather on the horizon, so please take this seriously and stay cool. 74. What is claimed about the heatwave? 75. What does the speaker suggest people do? 76. What is learned about the citys swimming pools? Questions 77 through 79 refer to the following talk. W: | bought the mascara a few days ago right here .. at this location. What happened is, the very first time | used it, I started getting all this puffiness around my ‘eyes, and my skin got very itchy. After a couple of hours, my eyes swelled up $0 much | became nearly blind. As you can imagine .. this was pretty scary. So | had a gifriend take me to the hospital .. to the ‘emergency room ... and it tured out to be .. you know, as you can guess, an allergic reaction to the mascara. | was fine after about a day, but | hope youll understand if I retumn this and ask you to please give me my money back. Im sure | could probably pursue legal action and get compensated for the hospital visit, but Im prepared to let it go if | can just get a refund. 77. Who most likely is being addressed? 78. What does the woman claim happened to her? 79. What does the woman want? Questions 80 through 82 refer to the following news report. M: Stock prices fell for the third day in a row. The Richardson index of key industrial stocks was down two points from yesterdays close. Technology giant SpectraLab’s announcement that earnings had fallen short of expectations contributed to nervousness in the IT sector. Of the ten industry groups in the Richardson's index, only energy stocks rose today as the price of crude oil showed a modest rise. ‘The Richardson's index closed out the week down one-and-a-half percent. 80. What is said to have contributed to the weeks stock market performance? 81. In which sector did stocks rise? 82. How much did the Richardson stock index fall during the week?pentane Questions 83 through 85 refer to the following talk. M Okay, let's get started. First of all, you should all have a set of handouts. Do you? Fine. Now, !m not going to spend a lot of time going over the information on pay and so forth - you can read that at home. You'll be happy to know that management agreed to our request for a three percent across-the-board wage increase - so we basically got what we wanted. | do want to draw your attention to the information on sick days. We agreed on fewer compensated sick days as part of our overall agreement. Let me be clear - were not talking vacation days - that's not been changed at all. But in exchange for giving us the pay raises we wanted, management wanted something in return and we felt some flexibility on sick days was fai. 83. What is the speaker mainly discussing? 84, What are people asked to do? 85, What point does the speaker clarify? Questions 86 through 88 refer to the following talk. W: Bofore wo throw this meeting open, | want to share some of my own observations. Our industry is facing challenges on two fronts. We not only transport fuel cil, but We consume fuel oil to do that. Therefore, even if the most optimistic predictions can be believed, we face both rising costs of doing business and cargo loss. In the very near future, our supertankers will bring in less than it costs to operate and maintain them. ‘And even if we move into other cargo areas and find some new, more plentiful energy source, we'e likely to lose market share. Those are the realities. Now, Id like to hear your ideas on how we can face these challenges. That's why we're here. 86. In which industry does the speaker probably work? 87. Who most likely is the speaker? 88. What will probably happen next? Go on to the next page. Questions 89 through 91 refer to the following talk. \t: We're now in the lower gallery, which contains the ‘Applewhite Miniature Rooms - one of the museum's great treasures. The collection contains miniature models of famous rooms in Europe and the US, which were completed in the early twentieth century. These models were painstakingly assembled by master craftsmen according to the specifications of a Seattle socialite named Elizabeth Applewhite, who conceived the exhibit and donated it to the museum, Ms. Applewhite’s eye for detail resulted in great authenticity Youll note, for instance, in one sitting room, a tiny embroidery stand, with real needlepoint and spectacles left behind on top of the work. Is been said that the rooms look so real, you almost expect a tiny lady in hoop skirt to come out to greet her guests. 89. What is noted about the exhibit? 90. Who paid for the construction of the exhibit? 91. What information is provided about the exhibit? Questions 92 through 94 refer to the following talk. We The idea behind preventive health care programs is that ifs cheaper to prevent disease than to cure it. The way these programs work is - the company offers free health exams and other kinds of programs designed to promote health - things like exercise classes, and so on. Its cheaper to hold a yoga class or something than to pay for an employee's time off, right? And with some preventive health programs, medical coverage is even tied to healthy lifestyle practices. For example, if someone's at risk for diabetes, that employee can be put on a preventive diet and exercise program to keep it from escalating. If the employee refuses to go on the program, the company has a right to refuse coverage if that person later develops diabetes. In most cases, though, employees do stick to the program. 92 What is said to be the main benefit of preventive health programs? 93. According to the speaker, what might be part of a ‘companys preventive health program? 94, According to the speaker, when might an ‘employee be refused health coverage? Questions 95 through 97 refer to the following talk, M: When a job recruiter calls you to inquire about your availablity for a job, its always a good idea to talkPRACTICE EXAMINATIONS FOR THE TOEIC® TEST to them - even if it turns out you're not right for that particular job. These recruiters ... you know, their whole job is to keep good people in mind, and fit them for open positions as quickly as they can. So retuming their calls keeps you on their mind ... so they remember to call you when a job opening comes up that you are a good fit for. So, you know what Im going to tell you to do: call back that recruiter from G-B-S - the one that called you. Call her back, have a nice chat - if you can suggest a candidate for her job that is a good fit, she'll love you for it. If you do something good for her, shell do something good for you. 95. Who is probably being addressed? ‘96. What is mentioned as an important skil for job recruiters? 97. What does the speaker advise doing? Questions 98 through 100 refer to the following talk. W: This slide shows the Boulder Glacier on Mount Baker - one of the tallest peaks in the Cascade mountain range. Beautiful, isn't it? | did my doctoral research here, and Ive been bringing my students here for over thirty years, and every year we need to climb higher and higher to do our work. Why? Because the beautiful glacier is disappearing. Since nineteen eighty-seven, the glacior has retreated about five hundred meters, and lost more than twenty percent of its volume. Actually, the Widemess Club raised the alarm more than thirty years ago but it's only recently that the public has begun to take notice. This is why we need your support. 98, Who is the speaker? 99. What phenomenon is described? 100. What is the likely purpose of the talk? This is the end of the Listening test. Tum to Part 5 in your test book. End of recording 252 Examination & Listening, Test four In the Listening test, you will be asked to demonstrate how well you understand spoken English, The entire Listening test will last approximately forty-five minutes, ‘There are four parts, and directions are given for each part. You must mark your answers on the separate answer sheet. Do not write your answers in your test book. ‘att Part 1 rections: For each question in this part, you will hear four statements about a picture in your test book. When you hear the statements, you must select the ‘one statement that best describes what you see in the picture, Then find the number of the question on your answer sheet and mark your answer. The statements will not be printed in your test book and will be spoken only one time. Look at the example item below. Now listen to the four statements. W. (A) Theyre leaving the room. (8) Theyre tuming on the machine. (C)_ Theyre standing near the table. (0) Theyre reading the newspaper. ‘Statement (C), “Theyre standing near the table,” is the best description of the picture, so you should select answer (C) and mark it on your answer sheet. Now part one will begin. 1. Look at the picture marked number 1 in your test book. M (A) Theyre being seated at a table. (8) Theyre setting the table. (C) Theyre seated at a table. (D) Theyre setting down the table. 2, Look at the picture marked number 2 in your test book. Ww: (A) He's putting down a pen. (8) He's looking for a note. (C)_ He's changing the booking. (0) He's writing something down. Go on to the next page.rte inne ns 3. Look at the picture marked number 3 in your test book. mM (A) Theyre riding bicycles in the countryside (8) Theyre walking together with their bicycles. (C)_ Theyre preparing to go ride bicycles. (0) Theyre locking their bicycles outside. 4, Look at the picture marked number 4 in your test book. W: (A) He's reaching for the phone in a car. (8) He's driving a car while taking on a phone. (©) He's using the phone to call a car service. (0) He's picking up the phone from the car seat. 5. Look at the picture marked number 5 in your test book. Mm (A) Hes lifting weights. (8) He's walking out of the gym. (C) He's pressing up against the wall. (0) He's working out of his home, 6. Look at the picture marked number 6 in your test book Ws: (A) They're having a meeting, (8) Theyre meeting online. (©) Theyre having meat. (0) Theyre meeting later. Go on to the next page. 7. Look at the picture marked numoer 7 in your test book. M (A) He's placing boxes under the van, (8) He's stacking boxes on top of the van, (C)_He's packing things into boxes in the van. (D) He's loading boxes into the back of the van 8. Look at the picture marked number 8 in your test book. W: (A) She's grooming the dog. (8) She's petting her dog. (C)_ She's getting a dog. (0) She's walking her dog. 9. Look at the picture marked number 9 in your test book. M: (A) She's planting flowers in a garden. (8) She's buying flowers at a market. (©) She's arranging flowers in a vase. (0) She's picking flowers in a field 10. Look at the picture marked number 10 in your test book. W: (A) She's waiting to cross the road. (8) She's looking in her bag. (©) She's stopping in the middle of the road. (0) She's walking while carrying a bag. Go on to the next page. ma Part 2 Directions: You will hear a question or statement and three responses spoken in English. They will not be printed in your test book and will be spoken only one time. Select the best response to the question or statement and mark the letter (A), (B), or (C) on your answer sheet. For example, you will hear: Me Where is the meeting room? You will also hear: w: (A) To meet the new director. (8) It's the first room on the right. (C) Yes, at two o'clock. The best response to the question “Where is the meeting room? is choice (B), “i's the first room on the right” so (8) is the correct answer. You should mark answer (B) on your answer sheet. Now let us begin with question number 11 1. Me When did she say he was arriving? Ws (A) She's getting in tonight. (8) Sometime this evening (C) Yes, everythings on schedule. 12, i Excuse me, do you know where | can find Lewis Gordon? M (A) Good, 1m glad you found him, (8) Down the hall and on your right. (C)_ That's okay, | can come back later.PRACTICE EXAMINATIONS FOR THE TOEIC® TEST 13. m we 14. we 5m 16. w: 17. M 18. w: 19. m Is this your first time traveling abroad? (A) No, not this year, fm afraid, (8) No, its New York, and then Paris. (C)_No,1 do this a lot Why haven't we put in a proposal? (A) Not that I'm aware of. (8) The Board decided against it. (©) We could've asked for more. Why do you need to learn calculus? (A) Its required for my degree. (8) It wasnt as hard as | expected. (C) IM bet youre glad that's over! Let's order out tonight. (A)_ tm going straight home after work. (8) min a meeting unti then (C) Sure - what would you like? Where did you leave the keys? (A) No, | remembered to bring them. (8) I have my own set - thanks. (C) Theyre on the coffee table. 'm sony, we're closing in fifteen minutes. (A) Sure, | can help you with that. (8) That's fine, m ready to check out. (C) Actually, | think there's one every half hour Do you know who won last night? (A) No, I missed the game. (8) You did? Congratulations! (©) What was the final score? Who do we have left in the waiting room? (A) Only two more patients. (B) No, its on the right, not the left. (C)_ That's fine, no problem, | can wait. Do you need any help? (A) No, it didnit do anything. (8) Please, it you have a minute. (C)_ What kind of help do you need? 22. W: What do the figures in the table mean? 24, 25. 26. 27. 28. Me (A) _ | wish | understood them myself. (8) | have no idea how to format them. (©) You can explain them in the meeting, This package came for you today. (A) No, Im still waiting for it. (8) Right - we need to send it today. (C) Can you put it on my desk, please? How many people have registered so far? (A) No, | haven't (8) it was very interesting (©) About two dozen. Have you ever ordered anything from Hobson's Office Supply? (A) Because | think we need more copier paper. (8) Yes, but they raised their prices recently (©) No, only if we buy it from them. ‘Who was that you were talking to earlier? (A)_ No, [haven't seen or heard from him all day, (8) Oh, that was Mike from accounting. (C) Okay, Ill be sure to tell him that. Isnt this the way to Joan's house? (A) Because she's having a party there on Friday night. (8) | do, and til meet you there in half an hour. (C) Yes, she lives a little further down the block. Okay, tm ready - what's your cell phone ..? (A) _| think they said its at ten or ten-fifteen (B) Great, then Il call you at eight. (C)_ Four-one-two, seven-oh-eight, four-one nine-two.Transcript Examination 29. 30. Ww: 31, we Davidson's mainly known for their marketing department, aren't they? (A) That's considered their main strength. (8) Well, actually, | met them when | was in college. (©) I know, theyve been advertising a lot recently. Doesn't the afternoon session start at one? (A) That's right, every morning. (8) Sorry, Ive never had to start one myself before. (C)__ 1 thought so too - where is everyone? I haven't seen James for a while. (A) He's been really busy with school. (8) Nice to hear that - hows he doing? (©) We've known each other since high school Whose name is the rental agreement under? (A) Because it's cheaper than buying one. (B) No, you're right, | do agree with you. (©) It should be under both our names. Who's chairing the meeting? (A) Julie Richards, | think (8) In the third floor conference room. (C)_ | think its tomorrow afternoon. Do you have any idea how to get this to make double-sided copies? (A) Sure, hang on a minute and fil show you. (8) _No, I think two copies should be enough. (©) Thats okay, | already have a copy, thank you. Should | e-mail everyone a copy of the updated schedule? (A) Yes, please take care of that. (8) | think its twice a week now, instead of once. (©) Sorry, | dont think | ever got it 36. W.IVe sent out all the press invitations. M: (A) Now we just have to hope people actually show up. (8) No problem - Ill make sure that its done before the end of the day. (©) To several newspaper reporters, and some well-known bloggers. 37. w How do you feel about the merger? Me (A) I think it was a smart decision. (8) It was about two years ago, | think. (C) Well | think so, but !m not really sure. 38, w Does your company target the youth market? M_ (A) Tite, but then we really haventt been in business very long. (8) _ Yes, its been a large part of our business for years. (C) Actually, i's based on age, income, and other factors 39. Mil need some time to examine these numbers, We (A) Take as long as you need. (8) _ Yes, but Ill need you to look at them, too. (©) How many do you think youll need? 40. "Were still on for one, aren't we? we (A) As far as | know. (8) I heard - how did it go? (©) So then when are you available? ‘ou will hear some conversations between two people. You will be asked to answer three questions: about what the speakers say in each conversation. Select the best response to each question and mark the letter (A), (B), (C), oF (D) on your answer sheet. The conversations will not be printed in your test book and, wil be spoken only one time, Questions 41 through 43 refer to the following conversation, M Sarah? This is Ben. Listen, Im at the conference, and it seems we have some trouble with our brochures. Itbaie aN Cd ee) eae le looks like you gave me the brochures for last year's conference - the dates are all wrong. W: Oh nol | can't believe | did that! The new brochures are all printed and everything. MW: | know. So listen, can you send them over via messenger or courier? This place is packed - there are lots of people asking for information, and we need those brochures as soon as possible, W: Absolutely - Ill call a messenger service immediately. You should have them within the hour. Again, fm really, somy, Ben - my mistake entirely. 41, What did Sarah do? 42. What does Ben say about the conference? 43. What does Sarah say she is going to do? Questions 44 through 46 refer to the following conversation. W: I'm going to try to get together with Miguel when tm in Los Angeles. il see if he can join me and Ron for dinner one night while we're out there meeting with Kelly. Me That sounds fun, Do Ron and Miguel know each other? Im not sure they were working here at the ‘same time, Ws No, Ron's actually Miguefs replacement. So Ron's heard a lot about Miguel, but Im pretty sure they've never met. Miguel was gone by the time Ron arrived, Ms Oh, theyre going to love meeting each other. Theyre quite similar - brainy, world travelers ...1 wish | could be there, Il bet its going to be a lot of fun. 44, What is the woman going to do? 45, Who is Miguel? 46. What does the man say about Ron and Miguel? Go on to the next page. Questions 47 through 49 refer to the following conversation. Me Do you have any hands-on experience? W: Yes, Ive been working as an executive secretary since | graduated college in nineteen ninety-three. Before my last job with Benton, | worked for three other firms, so . yes, [d say | have quite a bit of experience. M: What were some of your responsibilities with Benton? We Well, at the beginning | did normal secretarial stuff: arranging meetings, taking care of the C-E-O's, correspondence, travel arrangements, and so on. Over time, however, | was given more operational duties, such as managing payrolls, some client relationships ... | grew a lot during my time at Benton - | really did 47. Where is this conversation most likely taking place? 48. In which area does the woman claim to have experience? 49. What does the woman imply about Benton? Questions 50 through 52 refer to the following conversation. W: Is your company interested in renting extra office space in the Capital Center? It's that big new arena they're building in Rutherford ... Mz No, we're not. We've actually stopped expanding altogether. | think what's happening is, the company's phasing out its operations in the US. so it can get ready to exit the country. W: Really? Wow, that's kind of shocking, isnt it? Is that something you know for certain .. lke, from the inside? Oris it just a feeling you get ..? M: No, is pretty certain. The companys headquartered in Europe, and doing pretty well there. | think the combination of regulatory pressures and competition just makes exiting the US. a smart move. So .. no, don't look for us to be expanding business at all in the United States. 50. What does the woman ask the man about his company? 51. What is leamed about the man's company? 52. What does the man suggest about his company’s plan? Questions 53 through 55 refer to the following conversation. M: Okay, so, what seems to be the problem? W: Well, 'm not sure. 'm wondering if you could just drive