PRACTICE TEST 01

Listening Comprehension

Section 1
Listening Comprehension

Time: Approximately 40 Minutes (50 Questions)

Now set your clock for 40 minutes

In this section of the test, you will have an opportunity to demonstrate your ability to understand
conversations and talks in English. There are three parts to this section with special directions for each
part. Answer all the questions on the basis of what is stated or implied by the speakers in this test. When
you take the actual TOEFL test, you will not be allowed to take notes or write in your test book.

PART A
DIRECTIONS
In Part A, you will hear short conversations between two people. After each conversation, you will hear a
question about the conversation. The conversations and questions will not be repeated. After you hear a
question, read the four possible answers in your test book and choose the best answer. Then, on your
answer sheet, find the number of the question and fill in the space that corresponds to the letter of the
answer you have chosen.

Now begin work on the questions.

1. (A) He's disappointed with his interview.

(B) He had to cancel his interview.
(C) He doesn't want to discuss the interview now.
(D) He shouldn't have applied for the job.

2. (A) Have a cookie.

(B) Make cookies with the woman.
(C) Give the woman a cookie.
(D) Take a cookie for his roommate.

3. (A) He felt better an hour ago,

(B) His headache should be gone in an hour,
(C) He forgot to take the medicine for his headache.
(D) His head still hurts.

4. (A) She hasn't spoken to her friend in a long time.

(B) She intends to visit her friend in Texas.
(C) She sometimes travels abroad for her job.
(D) Her friend has never been to Texas before.

5. (A) Meet at the bus stop.

(B) Finish their candy bars.
(C) Get off the bus at the next stop.
(D) Meet in front of the rest rooms.

6. (A) He won't be able to repair the briefcase.

(B) The repair shop is closed until Tuesday.
(C) The woman should buy a smaller briefcase.
(D) The briefcase will be ready before Tuesday.

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7. (A) Find out how much work will be required for the class.
(B) Take another class instead of creative writing
(C) Ask his advisor about the instructor in the Wednesday class.
(D) Sign up for the Wednesday class.

8. (A) He'll take his friends to Florida.

(B) He's not sure what he'll do.
(C) He planned his trip a long time ago.
(D) He'd rather not travel during spring break.

9. (A) He thinks clothing prices will decrease even further.

(B) He's going to go shopping soon.
(C) He didn't know that stores were having sales now.
(D) He wants to see what the woman bought.

10. (A) She's glad the man waited for her.

(B) She'd like to reschedule the meeting.
(C) She wasn't very late for the meeting.
(D) She's sorry that she missed the meeting.

11. (A) She'll play chess with the man this afternoon.
(B) She doesn't know how to play chess.
(C) She'll wear a warm jacket to the match.
(D) She'd rather not go out with the man.

12. (A) She originally proposed it.

(B) She doesn't think it's a good idea.
(C) She's quite sure it will take place.
(D) Its success depends on the weather.

13. (A) Not all of the advertised books were on sale.

(B) Some of the books were still packed.
(C) The store was too crowded for him to enter.
(D) He had to work at the bookstore this morning.

14. (A) She's not sure she wants to go to the party.

(B) She just returned from a visit to the Andersons.
(C) She may not be able to give the man a ride.
(D) The party isn't on Friday.

15. (A) She'll continue to use the Laundromat near the dorms.
(B) She recently switched Laundromats.
(C) She doesn't use the same Laundromat the man uses.
(D) The Laundromat near the dorms isn't converunent for her.

16. (A) Try to change his reservations to a different time.

(B) Travel by train instead of by plane.
(C) Continue trying to get a ticket.
(D) Cancel his travel plans.

17. (A) They should wait for him.

(B) They should go without him.
(C) He'll try to join them later.
(D) They should bring him some pizza.

18. (A) The jobs have already been filled.

(B) The man should hand in his application very soon.
(C) The man can start work today.
(D) The man isn't qualified for any of the jobs.

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19. (A) She read only half of the book.

(B) The man should choose a different book to read.
(C) The man will enjoy the book eventually.
(D) The main characters in the hook aren't interesting.

20. (A) He can't get a room at the hotel.

(B) He didn't get the type of room he wanted.
(C) He expected the room to be more expensive.
(D) He thought he had already made a reservation.

21. (A) If he can help her fill out a job application.

(B) If he knows of any job openings with his former employer.
(C) If he'll be returning to the camp where he worked last year.
(D) If he enjoyed the job he had last summer.

22. (A) Susan might not be a member of the debate team.

(B) Susan often wears purple shirts.
(C) He doesn't want to go to the debate.
(D) He didn't notice what Susan was wearing.

23. (A) She's rarely home.

(B) She spends a lot of time on the phone.
(C) She's been away for several days.
(D) She makes calls only when necessary.

24. (A) Visit her more often.

(B) Stop arguing in front of other people.
(C) Call her if they need her help.
(D) Give her their new address.

25. (A) Give the woman more time to write her paper.
(B) Visit the woman in the hospital.
(C) Refuse to accept the woman's paper.
(D) Let the woman change the topic of her paper.

26. (A) He doesn't like wearing one.

(B) He doesn't feel professional wearing one.
(C) He doesn't wear one in his department.
(D) He doesn't want to pay for one.

27. (A) She saw a nail in the man's tire.

(B) The man shouldn't drive on the tire.
(C) The man may not need a new tire.
(D) She also needs air in her tires.

28. (A) She'll be on the same airplane as the man.

(B) She doesn't take very good note.
(C) She's looking for a ride to the airport.
(D) She can't help the man.

29. (A) The woman looks tired.

(B) He doesn't want to move.
(C) Richardson Dormitory is particularly noisy.
(D) Richardson Dormitory is boring.

30. (A) It wasn't open on Mondays.

(B) Its opening had been postponed.
(C) It was going to close before Monday.
(D) It didn't deserve the praise I received.

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PART B
DIRECTIONS
In Part B, you will hear longer conversations. After each conversation, you will be asked some questions.
The conversations and questions will be spoken just one time. They will not be written out for you, so you
will have to listen carefully in order to understand and remember what the speaker says.
When you hear a question, read the four possible answers in your test book and decide which one would
be the best answer to the question you have heard. Then, on your answer sheet, find the number of the
problem and fill in the space that corresponds to the letter of the answer you have chosen.

31. (A) The strength of ocean currents.

(B) The movement of sediment deep in the ocean.
(C) The best methods for studying deep ocean processes.
(D) A new way of measuring the depth of the ocean.

32. (A) Why the book talks about turbidity currents.

(B) How winds can affect some ocean currents.
(C) The causes of underwater earthquakes.
(D) What a turbidity current is.

33. (A) It's cleaner.

(B) it's heavier.
(C) It's warmer.
(D) It moves more slowly.

34. (A) By greatly increasing the ocean's depth in some areas.

(B) By creating large waves on the surface of the ocean.
(C) By causing mud or sand to mix with ocean water
(D) By crushing large amounts of stone.

35. (A) To explain how winds cause turbidity currents.

(B) To remind the student where ocean sediments originate.
(C) To explain the effects of turbidity currents.
(D) To remind the student about the next assignment.

36. (A) To convince him to go on a canoe trip.

(B) To invite him to a cookout.
(C) To ask if she can borrow his car.
(D) To tell him about a trip she took.

37. (A) A lunch.

(B) A sleeping bag.
(C) A canoe.
(D) A lent.

38. (A) Swimming.

(B) Driving.
(C) Sleeping outdoors.
(D) Canoeing.

39. (A) To find out whether he wants to go canoeing.

(B) To tell him whether her car is repaired.
(C) To find out what kind of food he is bringing.
(D) To tell him what time they are leaving.

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PART C
DIRECTIONS
In Part C, you will hear several talks. After each talk, you will be asked some questions. The talks and
questions will be spoken just one time. They will not be written out for you, so you will have to listen
carefully in order to understand and remember what the speaker says.
When you hear a question, read the four possible answers in your test book and decide which one would
be the best answer to the question you have heard. Then, on your answer sheet, find the number of the
problem and fill in the space that corresponds to the letter of the answer you have chosen

40. (A) Competition in business.

(B) Government grants.
(C) A type of economic policy.
(D) International transportation practices.

41. (A) American industrialists.

(B) French economists.
(C) International leaders.
(D) Civil War veterans.

42. (A) The rights of private business owners should be protected.

(B) The government shouldn't interfere in private business.
(C) Politicians should support industrial growth.
(D) Competition among companies should be restricted.

43. (A) The impact of enzymes on chemical reactions.

(B) The way the body produces enzymes.
(C) The structure of enzymes.
(D) Types of chemical products created with enzymes.

44. (A) It divides into two different parts.

(B) It keeps the same chemical structure.
(C) It becomes part of a new chemical compound.
(D) It produces more of the enzyme.

45. (A) Provide extra energy to start the reaction.

(B) Raise the temperature of the chemicals.
(C) Release a chemical needed to start the reaction.
(D) Lower the amount of energy needed to start the reaction.

46. (A) To show that enzymes are very effective.

(B) To point out that enzymes can sometimes fail to work.
(C) To explain what enzymes are made of.
(D) To describe different types of enzymes.

47. (A) The relationship between painting and sculpture.

(B) The ideas behind an artist's work.
(C) The practical value of a work of art.
(D) The way the eye perceives shape in sculpture.

48. (A) It is often displayed outdoors.

(B) It does not always represent an object.
(C) It is three-dimensional.
(D) It is done by relatively few artists.

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49. (A) To give an example of natural shapes.
(B) To describe early sculpture.
(C) To illustrate their use as tools.
(D) To demonstrate their role as decorative objects.

50. (A) They are always made of stone.

(B) They are painted in bright colors.
(C) They contain moving parts.
(D) They make use of holes.

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Listening Comprehension
Section 1
Listening Comprehension

Time: Approximately 40 Minutes (50 Questions)

Now set your clock for 40 minutes

In this section of the test, you will have an opportunity to demonstrate your ability to understand
conversations and talks in English. There are three parts to this section with special directions for each
part. Answer all the questions on the basis of what is stated or implied by the speakers in this test. When
you take the actual TOEFL test, you will not be allowed to take notes or write in your test book.

PART A
DIRECTIONS
In Part A, you will hear short conversations between two people. After each conversation, you will hear a
question about the conversation. The conversations and questions will not be repeated. After you hear a
question, read the four possible answers in your test book and choose the best answer. Then, on your
answer sheet, find the number of the question and fill in the space that corresponds to the letter of the
answer you have chosen.

Now begin work on the questions.

1. (A) Spend more time working on calculus problems.

(B) Talk to an advisor about dropping the course.
(C) Work on the assignment with a classmate.
(D) Ask the graduate assistant for help.

2. (A) Go home to get a book.

(B) Return a book to the library.
(C) Pick up a book at the library for the woman.
(D) Ask the librarian for help in finding a book.

3. (A) The woman could use his metric ruler.

(B) He'll finish taking the measurements for the woman.
(C) The woman's ruler is better than his.
(D) He's faster at making the conversions than the woman.

4. (A) She wants the man to attend the tournament with her.
(B) The tournament begins next week.
(C) The man should check with his doctor again
(D) She hopes the man will be able to play in the tournament.

5. (A) The advisor has already approved the man's class schedule.
(B) The man should make an appointment to see his advisor.
(C) The man should change his course schedule.
(D) The man should sign the document before leaving.

6. (A) She didn't teach class today.

(B) She noticed that the students didn't do their homework.
(C) She usually assigns homework.
(D) She usually talks quietly.

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7. (A) It started to rain when she was at the beach.

(B) She'd like the man to go to the beach with her.
(C) The forecast calls for more rain tomorrow.
(D) She won't go to the beach tomorrow if it rains.

8. (A) She disagrees with the man.

(B) She doesn't enjoy long speeches.
(C) She hadn't known how long the speech would be.
(D) She doesn't have a strong opinion about the speaker

9. (A) He makes more money than the woman.

(B) He's satisfied with his job.
(C) He had trouble finding a job.
(D) He doesn't like working outdoors.

10. (A) He has already finished his report.

(B) He hasn't chosen a topic for his report.
(C) The woman's report is already long enough.
(D) The woman will have time to finish her report

11. (A) She'll speak to Larry about the problem.

(B) Larry has apologized to his roommate.
(C) Larry should find a new roommate.
(D) Larry's roommate may be partly responsible for the problem.

12. (A) The man should take his vacation somewhere else.
(B) She doesn't know when her semester ends.
(C) She hasn't called the travel agent yet
(D) The man may have to reschedule his trip.

13. (A) She didn't work hard enough on it

(B) It wasn't as good as she thought
(C) Her professor was pleased with it.
(D) It was written according to the professor's guidelines.

14. (A) Go to the ballet later in the year.

(B) Take ballet lessons with his sister.
(C) Get a schedule of future performances.
(D) Get a ticket from his sister.

15. (A) Her hotel is located far from the conference center
(B) She didn't want to stay at the Gordon.
(C) The man should consider moving to a different hotel.
(D) She isn't sure how to get to the conference center.

16. (A) Few readers agreed with his ideas.

(B) Very few people have read his article.
(C) He doesn't expect the article to be published.
(D) The woman doesn't fully understand the article,

17. (A) He'll go with the woman to the next hockey game.
(B) He missed the hockey game because he was ill.
(C) He forgot about the hockey game.
(D) He doesn't like to go to hockey games.

18. (A) Karen can drive to the airport on Tuesday.

(B) Karen can attend the meeting on Tuesday.
(C) Karen had to change her plans at the last minute.
(D) Karen is returning from a trip on Tuesday.

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19. (A) Call her after five.
(B) Make calls from her phone.
(C) Go to the meeting with her.
(D) Fix her phone.

20. (A) Look for more information for their financial plan.
(B) Ask for more time to finish their financial plan.
(C) Finish their financial plan with the material available to them.
(D) Turn in their financial plan late.

21. (A) He doesn't want to drive anymore.

(B) The road to Bridgeport just opened.
(C) It doesn't take long to get to Bridgeport.
(D) He has memorized every part of the drive.

22. (A) She doesn't have time to work in a garden.

(B) She'll consider the man's invitation.
(C) She doesn't want to join a gardening club.
(D) She was never formally invited to join a gardening club.

23. (A) She's enjoying the music.

(B) The music will keep her awake.
(C) The music doesn't bother her .
(D) She would prefer a different style of music.

24. (A) His house can accommodate a meeting of the entire committee.
(B) The woman should find out when the meeting starts.
(C) The meeting should be held at the library.
(D) A smaller committee should be formed.

25. (A) She doesn't have time to collect the data.

(B) She prefers to wait until after the election.
(C) She needs to decide on a method soon.
(D) She'll send out the questionnaire in a month.

26. (A) He's angry with the woman,

(B) He feels sick.
(C) He doesn't get along well with some people.
(D) He prefers to study alone.

27. (A) It provides reading material for people waiting to get in.
(B) He had to wait a long time for a seat there.
(C) He wasn't able to find a seat there.
(D) The seats used there are uncomfortable.

28. (A) Students still have time to apply for a loan.

(B) Students must wait until next month to submit loan applications.
(C) The woman should find out whether her loan application was accepted.
(D) The woman should ask for an extension on the application deadline.

29. (A) The casserole usually contains fewer vegetables.

(B) She wishes she hadn't ordered the casserole
(C) The cafeteria usually uses canned vegetables.
(D) She doesn't usually eat in the cafeteria,

30. (A) Stay in the dormitory.

(B) Find out the cost of living in the dormitory.
(C) Ask for a reduction in her rent.
(D) Move into an apartment with a roommate.

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PART B
DIRECTIONS
In Part B, you will hear longer conversations. After each conversation, you will be asked some questions.
The conversations and questions will be spoken just one time. They will not be written out for you, so you
will have to listen carefully in order to understand and remember what the speaker says.
When you hear a question, read the four possible answers in your test book and decide which one would
be the best answer to the question you have heard. Then, on your answer sheet, find the number of the
problem and fill in the space that corresponds to the letter of the answer you have chosen.

31. (A) They're classmates.

(B) They're roommates.
(C) They're cousins.
(D) They're lab partners.

32. (A) He couldn't decide on a topic for his paper.

(B) He thought his paper was late.
(C) He hadn't heard from his family in a while.
(D) He thought the woman had been ill.

33. (A) To find their way back to the nest.

(B) To locate plant fibers.
(C) To identify kinds of honey.
(D) To identify relatives.

34. (A) Visit his parents.

(B) Write a paper.
(C) Observe how bees build nests
(D) Plan a family reunion.

35. (A) An alternative use of fuel oil.

(B) A way to make fuel oil less polluting.
(C) A new method for locating underground oil.
(D) A new source of fuel oil

36. (A) She was doing research for a paper on it,

(B) She read a newspaper article about it.
(C) She was told about it by her roommate.
(D) She heard about it in class.

37. (A) To produce a gas containing carbon and hydrogen.

(B) To remove impurities from methanol.
(C) To heat the reactors
(D) To prevent dangerous gases from forming

38. (A) It hasn't been fully tested.

(B) It's quite expensive.
(C) It uses up scarce minerals.
(D) The gas it produces is harmful to the environment.

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Listening Comprehension
PART C
DIRECTIONS
In Part C, you will hear several talks. After each talk, you will be asked some questions. The talks and
questions will be spoken just one time. They will not be written out for you, so you will have to listen
carefully in order to understand and remember what the speaker says.
When you hear a question, read the four possible answers in your test book and decide which one would
be the best answer to the question you have heard. Then, on your answer sheet, find the number of the
problem and fill in the space that corresponds to the letter of the answer you have chosen

39. (A) The influence of European popular music on non-Western music.

(B) The musical background of the director of the Broadway version of The Lion King
(C) The types of music used in the Broadway version of The Lion King.
(D) Differences between the music of the film version and the Broadway version of The Lion King.

40. (A) It was performed by the Zulu people of South Africa.

(B) It developed outside the musical traditions of Europe.
(C) It's familiar to most audiences in the United States.
(D) The students heard it performed in New York City.

41. (A) The director is of African ancestry.

(B) The director wanted the songs in the Broadway version to be identical to the songs in the film.
(C) The Broadway version was first performed in Africa.
(D) The story takes place in Africa.

42. (A) A type of music that originated in Indonesia.

(B) The meaning of non-English words used in a song
(C) The plot of The Lion King
(D) Popular rock and jazz music performed in

43. (A) How ancient philosophers measured the distance between heavenly bodies.
(B) How ancient philosophers explained the cause of an eclipse of the Moon.
(C) Why ancient philosophers thought the Earth was a sphere.
(D) Why ancient philosophers thought the Earth moved around the Sun.

44. (A) How the natural world was described in Greek mythology.
(B) What they observed directly.
(C) The writings of philosophers from other societies.
(D) Measurements made with scientific instruments.

45. (A) They noticed an apparent change in the position of the North Star.
(B) They observed eclipses at different times of the year.
(C) They were the first to estimate the distance between heavenly bodies.
(D) They wanted to prove that the Earth was flat.

46. (A) A place for making astronomical observations.

(B) An instrument used for observing stars.
(C) A unit of measurement.
(D) The North Star.

47. (A) One of the students asked him about it in the previous class.
(B) He read about it the previous day.
(C) He had just read Dr. Frederick Cock's travel log
(D) The students were required to read about it for that day's class

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48. (A) That Peary bad announced his success prematurely.

(B) That the investigation of Peary's expedition wasn't thorough.
(C) That Peary wasn't an experienced explorer.
(D) That he had reached the pole before Peary did.

49. (A) They talked to one of Peary's companions.

(B) They interviewed Peary.
(C) They conducted a computer analysis of photographs.
(D) They examined Peary's navigation tools,

50. (A) Dr. Cook's expedition.

(B) The conclusions of the Navigation Foundation.
(C) Exploration of the Equator.
(D) Exploration of the South Pole.

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Listening Comprehension
Section 1
Listening Comprehension

Time: Approximately 40 Minutes (50 Questions)

Now set your clock for 40 minutes

In this section of the test, you will have an opportunity to demonstrate your ability to understand
conversations and talks in English. There are three parts to this section with special directions for each
part. Answer all the questions on the basis of what is stated or implied by the speakers in this test. When
you take the actual TOEFL test, you will not be allowed to take notes or write in your test book.

PART A
DIRECTIONS
In Part A, you will hear short conversations between two people. After each conversation, you will hear a
question about the conversation. The conversations and questions will not be repeated. After you hear a
question, read the four possible answers in your test book and choose the best answer. Then, on your
answer sheet, find the number of the question and fill in the space that corresponds to the letter of the
answer you have chosen.

Now begin work on the questions.

1. (A) He has just recovered from the flu.

(B) He won’t be able to go to the play.
(C) He heard that the play isn’t very good.
(D) He has already seen the play.

2. (A) Share the place he’s renting.

(B) Avoid living near the campus.
(C) Apply for campus housing.
(D) Find an apartment soon.

3. (A) He wants to meet the woman after his Spanish class.

(B) The woman should borrow someone else’s workbook.
(C) He can take the woman to her class.
(D) The woman needs to return the workbook before the class.

4. (A) She didn’t know Dr. Turner’s lecture would be so interesting.

(B) She didn’t expect to have a quiz today.
(C) Dr. Turner often gives quizzes.
(D) The man should have prepared for the class.

5. (A) There are different kinds of folders.

(B) This decision requires careful thought.
(C) It doesn’t matter which color she uses.
(D) The color should suggest the content.

6. (A) She prepares her students well.

(B) She used to teach graduate courses.
(C) She isn’t qualified to teach organic chemistry.
(D) Her students rarely attend graduate school.

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7. (A) He decided not to sell the piano.

(B) He’s looking for a place to store the piano.
(C) No one has bought the piano.
(D) He hasn’t been able to find an inexpensive piano yet.

8. (A) Tennis players often injure their backs.

(B) She hadn’t heard about the man’s problem.
(C) The man should have seen the doctor.
(D) She’ll check the man’s schedule as soon as possible.

9. (A) He already knew about the problem.

(B) Someone has started fixing the washing machine.
(C) No one complained about the washing machine today.
(D) There’s nothing wrong with the washing machine.

10. (A) It won’t take long to get to the station.

(B) It’ll be easy for him to give the woman a ride to the station.
(C) He’ll ride on the train with the woman.
(D) He’s picking someone up from the station.

11. (A) I’ll out an application from.

(B) Apply for a different position.
(C) File the papers in the cabinet.
(D) Show her the advertisement from the newspaper.

12. (A) Go with her to the airport.

(B) Talk to her for a short time.
(C) Find out when the plane is leaving.
(D) Make the phone call now.

13. (A) He can give the woman directions to Chicago.

(B) He can drive the woman to Chicago.
(C) He can get a map for the woman.
(D) He can take the woman to the bookstore.

14. (A) He didn’t show his paintings at the exhibit.

(B) He didn’t see the paintings.
(C) He doesn’t understand Ted’s art.
(D) The exhibit was canceled.

15. (A) She has canceled her trip to lowa.

(B) The snowstorm is getting weaker.
(C) The man’s information isn’t accurate.
(D) They also may get a lot of snow.

16. (A) She needs more time to get ready for the dinner.
(B) She thought the dinner was at another time.
(C) She forgot about the plans she made for dinner.
(D) She won’t be able to go to dinner.

17. (A) Take the class this semester.

(B) Get permission to take the class.
(C) Take the class over again.
(D) Register for the class next semester.

18. (A) He doesn’t like his new eyeglass frames.

(B) He didn’t get a haircut.
(C) He got his eyeglasses a long time ago.
(D) Several people have asked him about his new eyeglass frames.

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19. (A) The grades have been calculated correctly.
(B) The woman will get the grade she deserves.
(C) The woman received one of the highest grades.
(D) The woman’s grade can’t be changed.

20. (A) She left the lecture for a few minutes.

(B) She was reading doing the lecture.
(C) She may have fallen asleep.
(D) She misunderstood the speaker’s last points.

21. (A) The man hasn’t seen Joan recently.

(B) The man plans to call Joan soon.
(C) Joan doesn’t know what happened to the book.
(D) Joan gave the book to the man.

22. (A) Why she should tell her students about her plans.
(B) What he plans to do when he’s on sabbatical.
(C) Why she can’t take a sabbatical next semester.
(D) Why her students probably weren’t surprised by her announcement.

23. (A) Put a little more pepper in the stew.

(B) Taste the stew to see if it needs paper.
(C) Check the recipe to see if they followed it correctly.
(D) Serve the stew as it is.

24. (A) She wants to know where Tom heard the stories.
(B) She’s surprised Tom was so serious last night.
(C) Tom doesn’t usually tell funny stories.
(D) The stories probably weren’t true.

25. (A) He plans to sell the books to a collector.

(B) He won’t sell the books until he has read them.
(C) The books probably aren’t worth a lot of money.
(D) The woman can borrow any of the books if she wants to.

26. (A) Leave with the man.

(B) Get ready to leave for the weekend.
(C) Stay where she is for the weekend.
(D) Meet the man later.

27. (A) The man is upset that the wasn’t invited to the party.
(B) The man and the woman live in different buildings.
(C) The woman’s friends were louder than she expected they would be.
(D) The woman hadn’t intended to serve food and beverages at the party.

28. (A) Mary hadn’t planned to attend the seminar.

(B) Mary has been ill for several weeks.
(C) Mary forgot about the seminar.
(D) Mary wasn’t able to attend the seminar.

29. (A) Do more research before they meet.

(B) Meet several days before the presentation.
(C) Change the day of the presentation.
(D) Try to solve the problems before they meet.

30. (A) She’ll talk to Judy about the problem.

(B) She may not be available later to help the man.
(C) She isn’t sure if Judy can solve the problem.
(D) The man will be able to solve the problem himself.

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PART B
DIRECTIONS
In Part B, you will hear longer conversations. After each conversation, you will be asked some questions.
The conversations and questions will be spoken just one time. They will not be written out for you, so you
will have to listen carefully in order to understand and remember what the speaker says.
When you hear a question, read the four possible answers in your test book and decide which one would
be the best answer to the question you have heard. Then, on your answer sheet, find the number of the
problem and fill in the space that corresponds to the letter of the answer you have chosen.

31. (A) Places the man has visited.

(B) A paper the woman is writing for a class.
(C) School activities they enjoy.
(D) The woman’s plans for the summer.

32. (A) She has never been to Gettysburg.

(B) She took a political science course.
(C) Her family still goes on vacation together.
(D) She’s interested in the United States Civil War.

33. (A) Why her parents wanted to go to Gettysburg.

(B) Why her family’s vacation plans changed ten years ago.
(C) Where her family went for a vacation ten years ago.
(D) When her family went on their last vacation.

34. (A) It’s far from where she lives.

(B) Her family went there without her.
(C) She doesn’t know a lot about it.
(D) She’s excited about going there.

35. (A) A catalog mailed to the man.

(B) The woman’s catalog order.
(C) The history of mail-order catalogs.
(D) A comparison of two kinds of catalogs.

36. (A) She wants to learn about Richard Sears.

(B) She is helping the man with his assignment.
(C) She needs to buy a filing cabinet.
(D) She wants to order some textbooks.

37. (A) Teachers.

(B) Farmers.
(C) Students.
(D) Laborers.

38. (A) As textbooks.

(B) As fuel.
(C) As newspapers.
(D) As art.

39. (A) Taxes on factory goods rose.

(B) Some people lost their farms.
(C) Shipping prices rose.
(D) some families lost their businesses.

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PART C
DIRECTIONS
In Part C, you will hear several talks. After each talk, you will be asked some questions. The talks and
questions will be spoken just one time. They will not be written out for you, so you will have to listen
carefully in order to understand and remember what the speaker says.
When you hear a question, read the four possible answers in your test book and decide which one would
be the best answer to the question you have heard. Then, on your answer sheet, find the number of the
problem and fill in the space that corresponds to the letter of the answer you have chosen

40. (A) Problems with pesticides.

(B) Characteristics of one type of falcon.
(C) Migratory patterns of birds.
(D) Tracking systems for animals.

41. (A) It flying speed.

(B) Its keen hearing.
(C) It size.
(D) Its aggressiveness.

42. (A) By radar.

(B) By airplane.
(C) By direct observation.
(D) By satellite.

43. (A) The types of instruments used in bebop music.

(B) The social setting in which bebop music developed.
(C) How two styles of jazz music influenced each other
(D) The influence of bebop music on the United States economy during the 1940’s.

44. (A) They didn’t use singers.

(B) They gave free concerts.
(C) They performed in small nightclubs.
(D) They shortened the length of their performances.

45. (A) To discuss one way it impacted jazz music.

(B) To explain why the government reduced some taxes.
(C) To describe a common theme in jazz music.
(D) To discuss the popularity of certain jazz bands.

46. (A) The music contained strong political messages.

(B) The music had a steady beat that people could dance to.
(C) The music included sad melodies.
(D) The music contained irregular types of rhythms.

47. (A) The increase in beachfront property value.

(B) An experimental engineering project.
(C) The erosion of coastal areas
(D) How to build seawalls.

48. (A) To protect beachfront property.

(B) To reduce the traffic on beach roads.
(C) To provide privacy for homeowners.
(D) To define property limits.

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49. (A) By sending water directly back to sea with great force.
(B) By reducing wave energy.
(C) By reducing beach width.
(D) By stabilizing beachfront construction.

50. (A) Protect roads along the shore.

(B) Build on beaches with seawalls.
(C) Add sand to beaches with seawalls.
(D) Stop building seawalls.

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Section 1
Listening Comprehension

Time: Approximately 40 Minutes (50 Questions)

Now set your clock for 40 minutes

In this section of the test, you will have an opportunity to demonstrate your ability to understand
conversations and talks in English. There are three parts to this section with special directions for each
part. Answer all the questions on the basis of what is stated or implied by the speakers in this test. When
you take the actual TOEFL test, you will not be allowed to take notes or write in your test book.

PART A
DIRECTIONS
In Part A, you will hear short conversations between two people. After each conversation, you will hear a
question about the conversation. The conversations and questions will not be repeated. After you hear a
question, read the four possible answers in your test book and choose the best answer. Then, on your
answer sheet, find the number of the question and fill in the space that corresponds to the letter of the
answer you have chosen.

Now begin work on the questions.

1. (A) They don’t enjoy swimming.

(B) They won’t go swimming in the lake today.
(C) They don’t know how to swim.
(D) They’ll swim in the lake tomorrow.

2. (A) The style of sweater she’s wearing is very common.

(B) The man saw Jill wearing the sweater.
(C) She wore the sweater for the first time yesterday.
(D) She usually doesn’t borrow clothes from Jill.

3. (A) He went to see the dentist a week ago.

(B) The woman should cancel her appointment with the dentist.
(C) The woman’s toothache will go away by itself.
(D) The woman should have seen the dentist by now.

4. (A) She’s planning a trip to Antarctica.

(B) She thinks attending the lecture will be helpful to her.
(C) Her geography class is required to attend the lecture.
(D) She has already finished writing her report.

5. (A) The woman should join the chess club.

(B) He’s not a very good chess player.
(C) The woman needs a lot of time to play chess.
(D) He’s willing to teach the woman how to play chess.

6. (A) Ask Alice if the man can borrow the novel.

(B) Return the novel to Alice immediately.
(C) Help the man find this own copy of the novel.
(D) Find out how much the novel costs.

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7. (A) He has already tasted the chocolate pudding.

(B) Chocolate is his favorite flavor.
(C) He doesn’t want any chocolate pudding
(D) There is no more chocolate pudding left.

8. (A) See the movie at a theater close by.

(B) Wait until later to see the movie.
(C) Consider seeing an English version of the movie.
(D) Call the Pine Street Cinema to see what time the movie starts.

9. (A) He doesn’t know how to find the student’s grade.

(B) He doesn’t know if Dr. Wilson has finished grading the midterm exams.
(C) He isn’t allowed to tell the student her grade.
(D) Dr. Wilson doesn’t want to be contacted while she’s away.

10. (A) She had to wait even longer than the man did to have her car inspected.
(B) The man should have had his car inspected sooner.
(C) The auto inspection center will be closed at the end of the month.
(D) The man doesn’t need to have his car inspected until next month.

11. (A) He can act as a subject in the experiment.

(B) He thinks the woman’s experiment is difficult to understand.
(C) He’s busy working on his own experiment.
(D) He’s willing to help the woman run the experiment.

12. (A) Look for the misplaced check.

(B) Ask the bookstore for a refund.
(C) Borrow some cash from the woman.
(D) Repair his desk.

13. (A) He hadn’t heard that Karen had a new roommate.

(B) Karen wouldn’t give specific reasons for her feelings.
(C) He thinks that Karen shouldn’t be angry.
(D) Karen won’t be getting a new roommate after all.

14. (A) The woman didn’t submit the thesis proposal to him on time.
(B) He returned the thesis proposal to the woman a week ago.
(C) He hasn’t read the thesis proposal yet.
(D) The thesis proposal isn’t acceptable.

15. (A) It only cost $400.

(B) He bought it a year ago.
(C) It has broken down.
(D) It's not as bad as his last car.

16. (A) Purchase some ingredients.

(B) Give the man a recipe.
(C) Write down the directions to the supermarket.
(D) Check to see if the stew is ready.

17. (A) He arrived at the theater late.

(B) He left his watch in the theater.
(C) The production seemed much shorter than it actually was.
(D) He did not enjoy the production.

18. (A) He can’t understand the instructions.

(B) He doesn’t have a computer.
(C) He has a degree in computer science.
(D) He needs to take his computer to be repaired.

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19. (A) Arrange by phone to have a bucket delivered.
(B) Deliver the papers herself.
(C) Take her recycling to the town office.
(D) Return the bucket to the recycling department.

20. (A) She prefers her eggs fried.

(B) She never eats breakfast.
(C) She gets an allergic reaction when eating eggs.
(D) She doesn’t eat a lot for breakfast.

21. (A) He doesn’t know anything about engineering.

(B) He wants the woman to postpone the talk.
(C) He hasn’t finished preparing for his presentation.
(D) He regularly gives talks to high school students.

22. (A) He told the woman to take seven courses this semester.
(B) He knew that the woman’s schedule would be too difficult for her.
(C) His current schedule is also very demanding.
(D) Taking so many classes will enable the woman to graduate early.

23. (A) He needs help repairing his truck.

(B) He doesn’t want to use his truck for the field trip.
(C) The woman can use his truck if she agrees to drive.
(D) He doesn’t think all the telescopes will fit in his truck.

24. (A) Dr. Luby won’t be taking students to New York this year.
(B) She doesn’t know where the man can buy theater tickets.
(C) Dr. Luby is performing in a play on Broadway.
(D) She’s going on a theater trip with Dr. Luby Elizabeth.

25. (A) The woman’s source of information is reliable.

(B) He didn’t enjoy taking history with Dr. Parker.
(C) He thought Dr. Parker’s tests were easy.
(D) Dr. Parker is no longer teaching history.

26. (A) The man doesn’t have air-conditioning.

(B) The man’s air conditioner is broken.
(C) The man hasn’t been using his air conditioner.
(D) The summer has been unusually hot.

27. (A) He has decided how he’s going to spend the prize money.
(B) He doesn’t know how much his rent is going to increase.
(C) He’s already planning to enter next year’s essay contest.
(D) He has already paid his landlord for next year’s rent.

28. (A) He’ll probably postpone the test until after he talks
(B) He usually tells the students ahead of time what will be on his tests.
(C) He’ll probably talk about chapter 16 in class today.
(D) He might test the students on material not discussed in class

29. (A) He has been applying only for advertised jobs.

(B) He’s convinced that there’s a shortage of jobs.
(C) He doesn’t have time to read all the job ads.
(D) He’ll help the woman find a job.

30. (A) To make plans for the evening.

(B) To ask her about the assignment.
(C) To talk to her roommate.
(D) To give her some information.

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PART B
DIRECTIONS
In Part B, you will hear longer conversations. After each conversation, you will be asked some questions.
The conversations and questions will be spoken just one time. They will not be written out for you, so you
will have to listen carefully in order to understand and remember what the speaker says.
When you hear a question, read the four possible answers in your test book and decide which one would
be the best answer to the question you have heard. Then, on your answer sheet, find the number of the
problem and fill in the space that corresponds to the letter of the answer you have chosen.

31. (A) A class presentation they’re preparing.

(B) A television program the man is watching.
(C) Visiting a close fiend of theirs.
(D) Studying for a test.

32. (A) He’s taking a break from studying.

(B) He has already finished studying.
(C) He was assigned to watch a program by his professor.
(D) He’s finding out some information for a friend.

33. (A) He didn’t know that she was enrolled in a linear algebra course.
(B) He thought she preferred to study alone.
(C) He thought she had made arrangements to study with
(D) He had told her that he had done poorly on a recent test.

34. (A) He and Elizabeth argued recently.

(B) He heard Elizabeth did poorly on the last test.
(C) He doesn’t want to bother Elizabeth so late in the evening.
(D) He’d rather study in his own dormitory.

35. (A) A more economical diesel fuel.

(B) Characteristics of a new type of fuel.
(C) Where a new energy source is located.
(D) How to develop alternative energy sources.

36. (A) He’s studying for a test.

(B) He lost his notes.
(C) He missed the class.
(D) He’s doing research on alternative.

37. (A) It will reduce the amount of pollutants in the air.

(B) It will increase the amount of unpleasant odors from vehicles.
(C) It will eventually destroy the ozone layer.
(D) It will reduce the cost of running large vehicles.

38. (A) It’s expensive to manufacture.

(B) It’s hasn’t been adequately tested.
(C) It damages car engines.
(D) It’s dangerous to transport.

39. (A) To help him explain the information to his roommate.

(B) To help him write a paper.
(C) To prepare for a test.
(D) To tell her if the notes are accurate.

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PART C
DIRECTIONS
In Part C, you will hear several talks. After each talk, you will be asked some questions. The talks and
questions will be spoken just one time. They will not be written out for you, so you will have to listen
carefully in order to understand and remember what the speaker says.
When you hear a question, read the four possible answers in your test book and decide which one would
be the best answer to the question you have heard. Then, on your answer sheet, find the number of the
problem and fill in the space that corresponds to the letter of the answer you have chosen

40. (A) The life and times of an important modern poet.

(B) How a poem’s images relate to its meaning.
(C) The musical quality of modern poetry.
(D) The poems of Gertrude Stein.

41. (A) She’s the most famous of the modern poets.

(B) She didn’t publish any of her works in her lifetime.
(C) She was better known as a prose writer than as a poet.
(D) She began her career as a writer relatively late in her life.

42. (A) It reflects poetic techniques that were rejected by modern poets.
(B) It’s from a poem that the students have read.
(C) It’s the title of a poem by John Ashbery.
(D) It’s an example of a statement that is “empty” but pleasing to hear.

43. (A) Read some poems out loud.

(B) Research the life of Gertrude Stein.
(C) Compare the poems of Gertrude Stein to the poems of John Ashbery.
(D) Write a few lines of poetry.

44. (A) Employment in the fishing and whaling industries.

(B) Nineteenth-century sea captains.
(C) The economic importance of sailing ships.
(D) The development of the steamship.

45. (A) They were protected by a strong United States Navy.

(B) They were supported by a well-developed railroad
(C) Most crew members had experience on foreign ships.
(D) As part owners of the ships, captains got some of the profits.

46. (A) They carried passengers, but not cargo.

(B) They were large, but surprisingly fast.
(C) They were the first successful steam-powered ships.
(D) They were more reliable than other ships of the 1860’s.

47. (A) It’s now taught with the aid of computers.

(B) It isn’t considered as important today as it was in the past.
(C) Children today learn it earlier than children did in the past.
(D) A lot of times is spent teaching it.

48. (A) To indicate the emphasis teachers once placed on penmanship.

(B) To criticize a technique used to motivate children.
(C) To illustrate the benefits of competition.
(D) To suggest that teachers be recognized for their efforts.

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49. (A) How educators create a curriculum.

(B) Why some parents object to the teaching of penmanship.
(C) The standards for penmanship in state curricula.
(D) The effects of rewarding good penmanship.

50. (A) The number of hours per week that must be spent teaching penmanship.
(B) The level of penmanship a child is expected to have.
(C) The recommended method for teaching penmanship.
(D) The reason computers should be used to help in the teaching of penmanship

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Section 1
Listening Comprehension

Time: Approximately 40 Minutes (50 Questions)

Now set your clock for 40 minutes

In this section of the test, you will have an opportunity to demonstrate your ability to understand
conversations and talks in English. There are three parts to this section with special directions for each
part. Answer all the questions on the basis of what is stated or implied by the speakers in this test. When
you take the actual TOEFL test, you will not be allowed to take notes or write in your test book.

PART A
DIRECTIONS
In Part A, you will hear short conversations between two people. After each conversation, you will hear a
question about the conversation. The conversations and questions will not be repeated. After you hear a
question, read the four possible answers in your test book and choose the best answer. Then, on your
answer sheet, find the number of the question and fill in the space that corresponds to the letter of the
answer you have chosen.

Now begin work on the questions.

1. (A) She has had the man's calculator since Thursday.

(B) The man's calculator is broken.
(C) The man may use her calculator.
(D) She'll return the man's calculator on Thursday.

2. (A) Buy a different kind of medicine.

(B) See a doctor.
(C) Take a second pill.
(D) Avoid taking any medication.

3. (A) He'll go running after his study group meeting.

(B) He doesn't agree with the woman about the weather.
(C) He doesn't like to go running.
(D) He'll go with the woman this afternoon.

4. (A) Another friend commented on his haircut too.

(B) The woman has mistaken him for another person.
(C) He decided to try a new barbershop.
(D) A different person cut his hair this time.

5. (A) The man shouldn't be surprised at how busy he is.

(B) The man should leave more time for his studies.
(C) The man should try to find a different job.
(D) The bookstore will be hiring more people.

6. (A) The woman should get more sleep.

(B) The woman may be sicker than she realizes.
(C) He isn't sick.
(D) He doesn't think the woman is sick.

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7. (A) The art museum isn't open today.
(B) The number 42 bus doesn't run on Mondays.
(C) The man should wait for the number 42 bus.
(D) She has never taken the bus to the art museum.

8. (A) The man should buy a jacket instead of a suit.

(B) The green jacket doesn't fit as well as the blue one.
(C) The style of clothing is more important than the color.
(D) The man looks better in blue.

9. (A) The woman will get to her class on time.

(B) The woman should go to a different counter.
(C) He doesn't like sandwiches very much.
(D) He's having trouble deciding what to eat.

10. (A) Her sister's train is late.

(B) Her sister will visit in three months.
(C) She'll have to leave without her sister.
(D) She's eager to see her sister.

11. (A) She's pleased they were invited.

(B) Susan gave them the wrong directions.
(C) They'll probably be late for dinner.
(D) Susan's house is probably nearby.

12. (A) Buy some orange juice for the woman.

(B) Borrow some money from the woman.
(C) Drive the woman to the store.
(D) Pay back money the woman lent him.

13. (A) She hasn't worn the dress in a long time.

(B) She doesn't like the dress very much.
(C) She intends to give the dress to her sister.
(D) She doesn't remember where her sister bought the dress.

14. (A) She never cleans the apartment.

(B) She's doing a report with her roommate.
(C) She's too busy to clean the apartment.
(D) She doesn't like sharing an apartment.

15. (A) He'll try to finish the novel tonight.

(B) He liked the novel very much.
(C) He doesn't remember where he put the novel.
(D) He's looking forward to the next literature assignment.

16. (A) He doesn't like to wake up early in the morning.

(B) The woman seems unusually sad.
(C) There's no special reason for his good mood.
(D) He wasn't in a good mood when he woke up.

17. (A) Get a ride to the station with the woman.

(B) Take the woman to the station.
(C) Borrow the woman's car to go to the station.
(D) Drive his car instead of taking the train.

18. (A) Review the assignment by himself.

(B) Wait a few minutes before trying to phone John again.
(C) Ask one of John's housemates about the assignment.
(D) Go over to John's house.

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19. (A) He won't vote for the woman.

(B) He may also run for class president.
(C) The woman already asked him for his vote.
(D) The woman should ask his roommate to vote for her.

20. (A) She isn't sure that the author's ideas would work.
(B) The author isn't an expert in economics.
(C) She has a better theory about the economy.
(D) The author spends too much time arguing about details.

21. (A) She doesn't agree with the man.

(B) The man doesn't need an official grade report.
(C) Official copies of grades used to be cheaper.
(D) The man should go to a different office.

22. (A) Take her bicycle to the repair shop.

(B) Leave her bicycle outside.
(C) Go to work when it stops raining.
(D) Check to make sure the garage is dry.

23. (A) Others should hear about the man's accomplishment.

(B) The man should avoid talking about his accomplishment.
(C) The man's parents helped him gel the scholarship.
(D) The man's parents already told her about his scholarship.

24. (A) The course is too difficult,

(B) The professor changed his mind.
(C) The final exam was cancelled.
(D) The woman misunderstood the professor.

25. (A) The coffee used to taste better.

(B) He's surprised that the woman drinks coffee.
(C) He'd rather drink something other than coffee.
(D) The coffee tastes the same as before.

26. (A) Come back later in the day.

(B) Join the staff meeting. .
(C) Wait for the pool to open.
(D) Wait for the competition to begin.

27. (A) He'd like to go to the theater Friday night.

(B) He already has a ticket for the Friday night performance.
(C) He doesn't think he can exchange his ticket.
(D) He rarely goes to the movies.

28. (A) She took a history class last year.

(B) She doesn't trust the man's opinion.
(C) She probably won't take any history classes.
(D) She didn't like her sociology professor.

29. (A) The other job wouldn't have paid for her tuition.
(B) The woman should have taken the other job offer.
(C) The woman should get an advanced degree.
(D) Paid tuition is only a small benefit.

30. (A) The man should have signed her up for the class.
(B) The man needs to pay more attention in class.
(C) She warned the man not to take an early morning class.
(D) She thought the chemistry class was difficult.

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PART B
DIRECTIONS
In Part B, you will hear longer conversations. After each conversation, you will be asked some questions.
The conversations and questions will be spoken just one time. They will not be written out for you, so you
will have to listen carefully in order to understand and remember what the speaker says.
When you hear a question, read the four possible answers in your test book and decide which one would
be the best answer to the question you have heard. Then, on your answer sheet, find the number of the
problem and fill in the space that corresponds to the letter of the answer you have chosen.

31. (A) To return some business books.

(B) To apply for a new library card.
(C) To check out some books from the library
(D) To find out where the art books are located.

32. (A) The library assistant thinks he has an overdue book.

(B) The books he needs have been checked out by someone else.
(C) The library assistant is unable to locate the books that he needs.
(D) A library notice was sent to him at his previous address.

33. (A) To explain why he had difficulty finding the library.

(B) To explain why he couldn't have borrowed library books in June.
(C) To explain why he doesn't yet have a library card,
(D) To explain why he needs assistance in locating a book.

34. (A) The man has mistakenly received someone else's books.
(B) The man changed his major from art to business.
(C) The man recently moved off campus.
(D) There are two students named Robert Smith.

35. (A) See if he is related to any of the students.

(B) Apply for a job as a library assistant.
(C) Use his middle name.
(D) Use a different library.

36. (A) Its similarities to previous architecture.

(B) Its impressive and distinctive features.
(C) Methods used in its construction.
(D) How it was preserved for later generations.

37. (A) Public market days.

(B) Races and sporting events.
(C) Processions of priests.
(D) Speeches by politicians.

38. (A) It was removed by an invading army.

(B) It broke off when part of the hall collapsed.
(C) It was cut away to let banners pass through the entrance.
(D) It was later used in building another temple.

39. (A) Its lighting.

(B) Its sound quality.
(C) Its air circulation.
(D) Its stability in an earthquake.

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Listening Comprehension

PART C
DIRECTIONS
In Part C, you will hear several talks. After each talk, you will be asked some questions. The talks and
questions will be spoken just one time. They will not be written out for you, so you will have to listen
carefully in order to understand and remember what the speaker says.
When you hear a question, read the four possible answers in your test book and decide which one would
be the best answer to the question you have heard. Then, on your answer sheet, find the number of the
problem and fill in the space that corresponds to the letter of the answer you have chosen.

40. (A) The relationship between physics and philosophy.

(B) Ancient Greek beliefs about matter and motion.
(C) The effects of Aristotle's philosophy on current theories of physics.
(D) Aristotle's use of fire in scientific experiments.

41. (A) Earth.

(B) Water.
(C) Air.
(D) Fire.

42. (A) Pulling and pushing motions.

(B) Throwing motions.
(C) Planetary motions.
(D) Natural downward or upward motions.

43. (A) It's pushed away from Earth by fire.

(B) It's trying to return to its natural resting place.
(C) It's attracted to other planets.
(D) Its main substance is water.

44. (A) To solicit volunteers for Turtle Watch.

(B) To give an assignment to a biology class.
(C) To warn students not to hurt green turtles.
(D) To describe the nesting and hatching activities of the green turtle.

45. (A) The lights attract predators.

(B) They need to save electricity.
(C) The baby turtles are attracted to light.
(D) The volunteers use lights for signals.

46. (A) Write a report about their activities.

(B) Attend make-up classes with Dr. Webster.
(C) Help find turtle eggs before they hatch.
(D) Spend two hours working for the project.

47. (A) How people in rural areas preserved food.

(B) The construction of icehouses.
(C) An important industry in the nineteenth century.
(D) How improvements in transportation affected industry.

48. (A) Modem technology for the kitchen.

(B) Improved transportation systems.
(C) Industrial use of streams and rivers.
(D) Increased temperatures in many areas.

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49. (A) Only wealthy families had them.
(B) They were important to the ice industry.
(C) They were built mostly on the east coast.
(D) They are no longer in common use.

50. (A) To keep train engines cool.

(B) To preserve perishable food.
(C) To store ice while it was being transported.
(D) To lift blocks of ice from frozen lakes and ponds.

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