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Listening Test
In the listening test, you will be asked to demonstrate how well you understand
spoken English.
The entire listening test will last approximately 45 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.
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 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.
A. They're moving some furniture.
B. They're entering a meeting room.
C. They're sitting at a table.
D. They're cleaning the carpet.
Statement C. They're sitting at a table.
Is the best description of the picture, so you should select answer C and mark it
on your answer sheet.
Now, part 1 will begin.
Number 1. Look at the picture marked number 1 in your test book.
A. He's hanging up a shirt.
B. He's sweeping a floor.
C. He's fixing a light.
D. He's holding some clothes.
Number 2. Look at the picture marked number 2 in your test book.
A. She's putting paper in a copy machine.
B. She's wiping the outside of a file cabinet.
C. She's stapling some documents together.
D. She's closing the door to an office.
Go on to the next page.
Number 3. Look at the picture marked number 3 in your test book.
A. The woman is soaring some wood.
B. The woman is lifting a box.
C. The man is using a hammer.
D. The man is organizing a toolbox.
Number 4. Look at the picture marked number 4 in your test book.
A. A man is standing in front of a group.
B. A man is reaching into a bag.
C. Some people are entering a building.
D. Some people are getting onto a bus.
Number 5. Look at the picture marked number 5 in your test book.
A. She's setting a glass bottle on a shelf.
B. She's pressing a button on a device.
C. She's removing her safety gloves.
D. She's taking a lab coat off of a hook.
Number 6. Look at the picture marked number 6 in your test book.
A. A banner is suspended from a window.
B. An umbrella has been open to provide shade.
C. Some potted plants have been placed in a courtyard.
D. Some leaves have fallen on a walkway.
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 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.
Now, let us begin with question number 7.
Number 7. When does the shop close?
A. Yes at the workshop.
B. No, they're new clothes.
C. At 9 o'clock tonight.
Number 8.
Who's scheduled to clean the kitchen?
A. By the sink.
B. Yes every day.
C. Jack is.
Number 9. How will we get to the hotel from the airport?
A. We'll take a taxi.
B. About 45 minutes.
C. Will that be everything?
Number 10.
Is Teresa out of the office today?
A. Those tickets are sold out.
B. No, she's just gone to lunch.
C. I completed that yesterday.
Number 11. Which food supplier do you use?
A. In the vegetable aisle.
B. On a weekly basis.
C. We use E and G food company.
C. Number 12.
Could you help me set up this window display?
A. A window seat.
B. Yes, I was in a play.
C. I'd be happy to.
Number 13.
Why is this package here?
A. $3.50.
B. I'll carry it upstairs.
C. An online retailer.
Number 14.
Which menu item do you recommend?
A. I'd suggest the pasta.
B. Do you have this shirt in blue?
C. No, I'm fine.
Thank you.
Number 15.
Do you know who requested technical support?
A. Sorry, I just got into the office.
B. The sports team is doing well.
C. Two years of technical school.
Number 16.
Where does Takumi keep the ink cartridges for the printer?
A. Yes, that'd be great.
B. To get it replaced.
C. In the supply room.
Number 17.
Ali is going to Jessica's retirement party, isn't he?
A. I don't think they worked together.
B. Brand new tires.
C. No thanks. I already ate.
Number 18.
Why don't you go to the trade show with Franklin and Jane?
A. No, I didn't see it.
B. Because I have a major report to finalize that week.
C. Usually in San Francisco.
A. No.
Number 19.
When are we ordering more gloves for the laboratory?
A. The latest test results?
B. It's close to the post office.
C. We've got extras in the cabinet.
Number 20.
Doesn't this movie theater seat 500 people?
A. Tickets are $15.
B. Not quite that many, no.
C. We should be finished soon.
Number 21.
Would you like to make an appointment with a nutritionist?
A. A client luncheon.
B. I'm scheduled for the 14th.
C. The fruit is on the table.
Number 22.
Did you know that the Vienna orchestra is giving a concert here soon?
A. No, where will it be?
B. Classical literature.
C. The opening piece was great.
Number 23.
What's the marketing department working on?
A. I'm on the accounting team.
B. That was a good commercial.
C. To the second floor.
Number 24.
Isn't it hot in here?
A. A. A hat and scarf.
B. For a quick phone call.
C. The air conditioner is behind me.
Number 25.
Do you want to drive to the convention center or would you like me to?
A. That's all we needed.
B. The first entrance on the left.
C. I can drive since you did last time.
Number 26. Could you pick up some more paper for the printer?
A. Allen said that he would.
B. No, I haven't seen it.
C. A technician.
A. I'm about to order lunch now if you're hungry.
A. Next to the telephone.
B. Bus number 5.
C. Can I see the menu?
Number 28. Where's the camera on this computer?
A. No, I don't think so.
B. Email it by tomorrow please.
C. On the top edge of the monitor.
Number 29.
The conference is in Helsinki this year isn't it?
A. Here's the itinerary.
B. About 5,000 participants.
A. I was supposed to call him.
Number 30.
Should I schedule the inspection for Monday or Wednesday?
A. Yes, I'll have a few.
B. Mondays are less busy.
C. Please inspect these boxes.
A. Let's talk about how the business trip went.
A. We have a client meeting right now.
B. The travel agency.
C. I saw it last week.
Part 3. Directions.
You will hear the message from the public.
A. I saw the message from the public.
A. I saw the message from the public.
A. I saw the message from the public.
A. I saw the message from the public.
A. Do you know any questions?
A. We asked you to speak a little bit.
A. You will hear some conversations between two or more people.
A. You will be asked to answer three questions about what the speakers say in each
conversation.
A. Select the best response to each question and mark the letter A,
B, C, or D on your answer sheet.
textbook, and will be spoken only one time.
Questions 32-34 refer to the following conversation.
I just got a call from Mr. Benson, the owner at 488 Oak Street, where we're doing
that
big interior renovation.
He was a little upset.
He says the wrong color countertop has been installed in his kitchen.
That's strange.
I placed the order for that countertop myself.
It was quite marble if I remember correctly.
I better order a replacement immediately.
Okay, I'll call Mr. Benson back and let him know we're ordering him a new one right
away.
Number 32- Who is Mr. Benson?
Number 33- Why did Mr. Benson call?
Number 34- What does the woman say she will do?
Questions 35-37 refer to the following conversation.
Hi, Lucia.
I think we're almost ready for the cooking class tomorrow.
We have a lot of people signed up, even though it's the first one we've held here
at the
store.
I know.
I really hope this will help boost our sales.
The chef teaching the class will be using a lot of the equipment we sell here in
the
store, so hopefully the students will buy it to use it home.
Yes, you're right.
Oh, that reminds me.
We got a shipment of new cookware this morning.
I'll go put everything on the shelves now.
Number 35- What is taking place tomorrow?
Number 36- What does the woman hope will happen?
Number 37- What does the man say he will do next?
Questions 38-40 refer to the following conversation.
Dave, have you had a chance to meet Jan May Lee, the new head of marketing yet?
No, I haven't had time.
I was busy with the launch of our new smartphone last week.
Have you met her?
Yeah, she seems very approachable.
Her last job was with a computer manufacturer, so I think she's a really good fit
for the
company.
So, how did the new product launch go?
Really well.
We started in Europe and we'll expand to North America.
I'm actually going there next week.
Number 38- According to the speakers, what happened last week?
Number 39- What industry do the speakers work in?
Number 40- What will the man do next week?
Questions 41-43 refer to the following conversation.
Hi, Jin-san.
Oh, I was wondering.
Have you noticed how cold it's been here in the coffee shop lately?
Actually, yes.
I wonder if it's because the side door hasn't been closing properly.
That door should close automatically.
Maybe a hinge is broken or needs to be adjusted.
Well, I'm really concerned about the temperature.
Our customers don't want to sit in a cold coffee shop.
I'll try to get a repair person to come and fix it today.
Actually, you don't need to call.
I used to work at a hardware store.
Number 41- Where do the speakers work?
Number 42- Why is the woman concerned?
Number 43- What does the man imply when he says,
I used to work at a hardware store.
Go on to the next page.
Questions 44-46 refer to the following conversation with three speakers.
Hi.
I saw an advertisement for the picky-ee camera in today's newspaper, but the price
shown
on the display here in your store is different than what was listed in the ad.
Oh, okay.
My manager here can help you.
Mr. Jensen?
Sure.
Sorry about the confusion.
That camera just went on sale today, and we haven't changed the price on our
display yet.
Oh, that's good to hear.
I'd like to buy it then.
Great.
This camera comes with a two-year warranty, but for another $25, you can extend it
to five
years.
Would you like to do that?
Number 44- What product are the speakers discussing?
Number 45- What problem does the woman mention?
Number 46- What does the manager offer the woman?
Questions 47-49 refer to the following conversation.
Okay, I've finished examining your teeth.
Everything looks healthy.
Do you have any concerns?
Yes, actually.
It's nothing serious, but sometimes my teeth hurt a little when I brush them.
Maybe you're brushing too hard, or you're using the wrong type of toothbrush.
I have a pamphlet about that.
Here you go.
This has some useful recommendations.
Thanks.
I'll read it.
And by the way, I recently moved, so I need to update my patient file.
Okay.
Please give your new address to our receptionist on your way out.
Number 47- Where does the conversation most likely take place?
Number 48- What does the man give to the woman?
Number 49- What does the man ask the woman to do?
Number 48- What does the man ask the woman to do?
Questions 50-52 refer to the following conversation.
Hi, Charlie.
This is Cora from Thomasville Marketing.
We're impressed with your qualifications, and we'd like to offer you the position
at
our Chicago office.
Thank you.
That's exciting news.
According to Chicago, it would be a big decision for me, though, so I'll need to
think about
it.
Well, we'd really like to fill the position this week.
Okay, I understand.
If you accept the position, we'd like you to come to Chicago soon to meet the team
you'd
be working with.
And of course, Thomasville Marketing always pays for business-related air travel
and taxi
expenses.
Number 50- What type of business does the woman work for?
Number 51- What does the woman mean when she says?
We'd really like to fill the position this week.
Number 52- According to the woman, what does the company
always pay for?
Questions 53-55 refer to the following conversation with three speakers.
Camico, what are you posting on the notice board?
Hi, Amelia.
I'm organizing a company team for a charity event next weekend.
It's a 10-kilometer run through the city.
The money raised will be used for a neighborhood playground.
Sounds good.
By the way, I usually run with some of our colleagues during lunch.
I'll talk to them tomorrow about joining the team.
Great.
Thanks, Amelia.
We need 10 people to make a full team.
Hey, there's Martin.
He likes running, too.
Martin, want to join our team?
We're participating in a 10-kilometer run for charity.
It's next weekend.
Next weekend, I wish I could, but I'll be in Washington for a conference then.
Number 53- What are the speakers mainly talking about?
Number 54- What does Amelia offer to do tomorrow?
Number 55- Why will the man be in Washington?
Number 56-58 refer to the following conversation.
John, a customer is looking for this winter boot in a size 10.
Could you find that for me, please?
Actually, I'm just finishing my shift now.
I'd really appreciate it if you could get this one last thing before you go.
Okay, sure.
Oh, last time I was in the stockroom, I noticed that we've sold out of a lot of
sizes in this
style.
Well, go look, but it might be a good idea to ask the customer if she'd be
interested
in a different style.
Number 56- Where do the speakers most likely work?
Number 57- Why does the man decline the woman's request at first?
Number 58- What does the man say about an item?
Questions 59-61 refer to the following conversation.
Ms. Sorenson, it's Tony Reid calling from E-Energy Insight.
I appreciate having the opportunity to tell you about our energy management
software.
Sure.
As the manager of a large bank, I know that our energy bills are quite substantial.
We're always looking for ways to cut energy costs.
Well, our software automatically controls the lighting, heating, and cooling of
multiple
rooms as well as the energy needed for operating machines.
It redirects the energy where it's needed so that there's no waste.
Interesting.
Should it be possible for you to give us a demonstration of how it all works?
Number 59- Why is the man calling?
Number 60- What does the woman say she is interested in?
Number 61- What does the woman request?
Number 62-64 refer to the following conversation and floor plan.
Thanks for calling the Forrester Hotel.
How can I help you?
Hi.
I'm arranging the annual awards banquet for my company.
I checked your website.
Can I reserve the Rose Hall for May 15th?
Let me check the schedule.
I'm afraid the Rose Hall is unavailable that day.
The Sunflower Hall is available.
It's $50 more expensive than the Rose Hall, but it's larger.
Hmmm, that's okay.
The Sunflower Hall should be fine.
I also had a question about food for the dinner.
Can you recommend a good caterer?
Oh, I'd recommend Sami's caterering.
It's popular because of the variety of vegetarian options they offer.
Number 62- What event is the man calling about?
Number 63- Look at the graphic.
How much will the man's reservation cost?
Number 64- According to the woman, why is a caterering
business popular?
Go on to the next page.
Question 65-67 refer to the following conversation and bar graph.
Michelle, thanks for agreeing to lead this afternoon's meeting with me.
One topic I think we should discuss with the staff is factory productivity.
We haven't met our quotas for light bulbs for a few months.
I know, productivity hasn't been stable recently.
We had a month of strong production, but the next month was the lowest we've had in
a year.
Right, so at today's meeting, let's focus on the month when productivity was very
low.
I know that our bulb manufacturing machines broke down several times that month.
We should probably have all of them inspected.
I agree.
What else should we discuss at the staff meeting?
Number 65- What will the speakers do this afternoon?
Number 66- Look at the graphic.
Which month do the speakers agree to discuss?
Number 67- What does the woman suggest doing?
Question 68-70 refer to the following conversation and list.
Hi, Corey.
I wanted to talk to you about the way we currently conduct hiring for the firm.
I was thinking that we could reduce our workload in the Human Resources Department
by reducing
the number of steps in the hiring process.
Well, we have to be sure we hire the right people.
We can't eliminate the phone call.
That's the best way to decide who we should bring in for interviews.
But we could stop doing a group interview.
I agree.
Honestly, those haven't provided much information about job candidates in the past.
Good point.
Okay.
Let's work on a presentation to show Mr. Kobayashi our idea.
Alright.
Number 68- According to the woman, what is the benefit of changing a process?
Number 69- Look at the graphic.
Each step to the speaker's agree should be removed.
Number 70- What will the speakers do next?
Number 44- 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, B, C, or D on your
answer sheet.
The talks will not be printed in your testbook and will be spoken only one time.
On 71-73, refer to the following broadcast.
In local news, residents have long awaited the grand opening of the River City Zoo
this
Saturday.
For this special grand opening event, hours will be extended until 8 p.m.
And the zoo will also be having a photo contest during the event.
Be sure to take photos while you walk through the exhibits to submit for the
contest.
To read the contest rules and regulations, visit the zoo's website.
Number 71- What event is the speaker mainly talking about?
Number 72- What are the listeners encouraged to do during the event?
Number 73- What can the listeners find on a website?
Question 74-76 refer to the following announcement.
Attention passengers flying to Dublin.
Once this flight is fully booked and luggage space will be limited, you may check
extra
bags for free.
If you'd like to check your luggage to your final destination at no extra charge,
you can
speak to an airline representative at the gate desk.
We'll begin boarding soon, so please check your ticket for your seat assignment.
Thank you for flying with us.
Number 74- Where most likely does this announcement take place?
Number 75- According to the speaker, what can the listeners
do for free?
Number 76- What does the speaker ask the listeners to do?
Question 77-79 refer to the following talk.
Glad to see everyone's back on the bus.
I hope you've enjoyed today's tour of Rosdale so far.
City Hall is one of my favorite stops.
You may not have heard me say it, but our city hall is notable as the biggest
government
building in the nation.
In a few minutes we'll arrive at the Captain Market.
It has some of the city's best local food.
You'll have time to explore the market on your own, but the bus leaves at 3pm.
I'll be walking around too, so join me if you'd like to hear more about the market.
Number 77- Who most likely is the speaker?
Number 78- According to the speaker, what is special
about Rosdale's city hall?
Number 79- Why does the speaker say the bus leaves at 3pm?
Number 79- Questions 80-82 refer to the following excerpt
from a meeting.
Recently we conducted a market survey about our new phone application called
MiniMarket.
Well, we've found that people of all ages like the idea of using their mobile
phones
to order groceries.
However, there has been one consistent complaint about the app.
According to users, the process for ordering groceries with this app is too
complicated.
So we invited Lupa Gonzalez here to present some ideas.
She's a technology consultant who has designed similar apps before.
Number 80- What is the purpose of the meeting?
Number 81- What is the main complaint?
The main complaint about a phone application.
Number 82- What will happen next?
Go on to the next page.
Questions 83-85 refer to the following announcement.
Before you start this evening's shift, I'd like to make a quick announcement.
As you know, we've had a very successful two months since our restaurant opened.
But of course, that means you've all been working some very long days and saving
many
customers at once.
Now, we'd originally planned to have only six waiters on our staff.
But our business is increasing.
We'll be working to remedy the situation.
In the meantime, to thank you for your hard work, we've arranged to get you all
some complimentary
tickets to the upcoming music festival.
Enjoy the event.
Number 83- Where do the listeners work?
Number 84- What does the speaker imply when she says?
Our business is increasing.
Number 85- What does the speaker say?
The speaker offers the listeners.
Questions 86-88 refer to the following excerpt from a meeting.
As you all know, when sales at Henry's home furnishings dropped again last year,
the Executive
Board decided it was time to re-evaluate our brand.
Our research revealed that we were missing out on a large market, young adults, who
saw
our products, especially our living room furniture, as out of date and
unimaginative.
So we're now launching an updated product line based on the latest trends called
Urban
Henry.
Some of the furniture will even feature wireless charging for mobile devices.
Now, before the official launch in May, I'd like you, our public relations team, to
prepare
a press release to send to the usual business news outlets.
Number 86- What does the speaker's company mainly sell?
Number 87- How has the company addressed a problem?
Number 88- What does the speaker ask the listeners to do?
Questions 89-91 refer to the following telephone message.
Hello, this is Tom Pollard from Human Resources calling for Wilma.
We are so happy you'll be joining our team at Morristown Engineering.
Could you come in next Monday morning for your orientation?
After, you'll be able to meet some coworkers and have a tour of the facility.
Just to warn you, getting to our office is a little tricky right now.
The street we're on is closed to traffic because of construction.
I recommend parking a couple of blocks away and walking.
Also, I'd like to invite you to join me for lunch the day you come.
That way you can ask any questions you might have.
Anyway, give me a call back to confirm.
Number 89- What is the main purpose of the message?
Number 90- What problem does the speaker mention?
Number 91- What does the speaker say the listener can do during lunch?
Questions 92-94 refer to the following excerpt from a meeting.
Good afternoon, everyone.
I want to compliment you all for your excellent work on the Peterson ad campaign.
Their company has already seen a jump in sales from the advertisements we created.
Next on the agenda, I want to let you know about a great professional development
opportunity.
We've decided to start offering reimbursement, covering tuition and other fees, for
all employees
who take classes at the local business school.
And there are lots of great options to choose from.
There's an interesting evening course called Creative Advertising, and it has
earned many
awards.
If you have any questions, let me know.
Number 92- Where do the listeners most likely work?
Number 93- What will the company do?
Number 94- Why does the speaker say?
It has earned many awards.
Questions 95-97 refer to the following telephone message and schedule.
Hello, I'm calling because I can't find my sunglasses.
I think I may have left them in one of your theatres yesterday.
The sunglasses should be in a blue case.
The case could have fallen under the seat.
Anyway, I was at the 430 showing of long distance run and was sitting toward the
back of the
theatre with some friends.
If the sunglasses are there, could you call me back to let me know?
You can call me at any time.
My number's 555-0129.
Thanks.
Number 95- Why is the speaker calling?
Number 96- Look at the graphic.
Each theatre was the speaker in yesterday.
Number 97- What does the speaker request?
Questions 98-100 refer to the following instructions and map.
Good morning.
We're happy you've joined our team at BG Gardening Service.
I'd like to tell you about some of the landscaping you'll be responsible for.
Our gardening company maintains the outdoor areas at the Delville shopping complex
and
you'll be doing your first job over there today.
Look at this map of the shopping complex.
In the lower left, where Elm Road and Main Street meet, there's a small building.
You'll be responsible for the gardens around that building.
I'll explain more at the site.
Let's head over there now so I can show you in person.
Number 98- Who most likely are the listeners?
Number 99- Look at the graphic.
Which building does the speaker talk about?
Number 100- What will the listeners most likely do next?
This is the end of the listening test.
Turn to part 5 in your testbook.
End of recording.