SECTION ONE: LISTENING COMPREHENSION

Time: approx. 40 minutes (including 05 minutes to transfer your answers to your answer
shee.)
No. of questions: 35

Directions: 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 in 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 the recording.
There will be time for you to read the instructions and you will have a chance to check your
work. The recording will be played ONCE only.

PART 1- Questions 1-8

Directions: In this part, you will hear EIGHT short announcements or instructions. There is
one question for each announcement or instruction. For each question, choose the right
answer A, B, C or D. Then, on the answer sheet, find the number of the question and fill in
the space that corresponds to the letter of the answer that you have chosen.
Now, let’s listen to an example. On the recording, you will hear:

Man: Hello. This is the travel agency returning your call. You left a message about the holiday
you’ve booked, asking which meals are included in the cost during your stay at Sunny Hotel.
Lunch and dinner are free but if you wish to have breakfast in the hotel, you will need to pay
an extra amount of money, depending on what you order. Let me know if I can help you with
any other information. Goodbye.

On the test book, you will read:

Which meal is NOT included in the price of the holiday?

A. Breakfast
B. Lunch
C. Dinner
D. All

The correct answer is A. Breakfast. Now, let’s begin with the first question.

1. What should you do before answering the questions?

(A) Write carefully.
(B) Check the answer sheet.
(C) Turn the test over.
(D) Read the directions.

When you get your test, please write your name at the top. Write
your name in capital letters before you do anything else. Be sure
to read the directions carefully before you answer the questions.
Make sure you mark your answers on the answer sheet. If you don't
have a pencil, let me know. When you have finished, turn in your
test and then you may go home.

2. What will happen after the concert?

(A) Refreshments will be served.
(B) A professor will give a talk.
(C) The director will introduce someone.
(D) People will discuss their hobbies.

Welcome to Philharmonic Hall. We are pleased to present Ms. Sue

Kim playing a violin concerto. The concert this evening will be
preceded by a brief talk by Professor Robert Simon on the history
of the violin. Mr. Simon has lectured on the violin all around
the world. Following the performance, we will all go to the lobby
to enjoy refreshments. Now, here is our director, who will
introduce Professor Simon.

3. Who is this talk directed to?

(A) Bookstore owners.
(B) Professors.
(C) Students.
(D) Economists.

Welcome to Introduction to Economics. The textbook for this

course, Economics for the New Millennium, is available at the
university bookstore. The price is a bit steep, but I think you
will find it is well worth it. Please bring your books to the
next class. There will be two exams—a midterm and a final—in
addition to which you will write several short research papers.

4. Who is the speaker talking to?

(A) Store employees.
(B) Customers.
(C) Police officers.
(D) Bank tellers.

All of you need to be aware of our return policy. Please don't

accept any returns from customers without a dated receipt. Also
make sure all returned items are in good condition before
accepting them. Check the items carefully as we have had problems
in the past with customers returning damaged goods. Remember we
issue store credit, not cash, for returns. If you receive
complaints about this, please let me know.

5. Where would you hear this announcement?

(A) At a coffee shop.
(B) At a grocery store.
(C) At an airport.
(B) At a factory.

We are having a sale on specialty coffee. Today only you can get
two pounds of coffee for the price of one. All of our South
American and Central American blends are on sale. Our coffee is
available whole bean or ground. Coffee is located on aisle five
next to the produce section. There is a limit of four pounds per
customer.

6. Where is this announcement being made?

(A) On a subway.
(B) At the airport.
(C) On a bus.
(D) In a taxi.

Good morning, passengers. This is the green line train to the

airport. Please remember that the specially marked seats next to
the doors are reserved for physically challenged passengers.
Smoking, eating, and drinking are not allowed. Next stop, Central
Square. Transfer there to the blue line for all uptown
destinations.

7. What will Mr. Kim talk about?

(A) Law.
(B) Retirement.
(C) Photography.
(D) Traveling.

I am pleased to introduce Mr. Lee Kim, author of Amazon

Adventure. Mr. Kim, a retired lawyer, amateur photographer, and
now a writer, spent the last year traveling by canoe down the
Amazon River. He will discuss his travels in the Amazon region on
which he based his book, and show some of the photographs he took
during his trip. He's sure to have some amazing stories, so hold
on to your seats.

8. What is the topic of the meeting

(A) Office expenses.
(B) Going out for lunch.
(C) Riding in taxis.
(D) Changes in the office.

Thank you all for taking the time to attend this meeting. I'd
like to keep it brief, so let me get straight to the point. Staff
members have been making unauthorized charges to the office
expense account for things like lunches and taxi rides that are
not related to your jobs. As a result of this, in the future, all
charges to the office expense account must be approved by me
ahead of time.

PART 2 - Questions 9-20

Directions: In this part, you will hear THREE conversations. The conversations will not be
repeated. There are four questions for each conversation. For each question, choose the
correct answer A, B, C or D.

Questions 9 to 12. Listen to part of a conversation between two friends.

9 What is the conversation mainly about?

(A) Size of clocks
(B) History of clocks
(C) Shape of clocks
(D) Carrying of clocks

10. According to the conversation, what did people use 100 years ago to tell time?
(A) The sundial
(B) The mechanical clock
(C) The pocket watch
(D) The wrist watch

11. What comparison is made between pocket watches and wrist watches?
(A) The size of the watch
(B) The working of the watch
(C) The users of the watch
(D) The function of the watch

12. Listen again to part of the conversation. Then answer the question.
Why does the man say this: ?
(A) To say that he uses the sundial
(B) To say that he is sure of the sundial
(C) To mention that he is not sure about the time
(D) To encourage the woman to explain about the sundial
Questions 13 to 16. Listen to part of a conversation between a student and a
librarian.

13 Why does the man talk to the librarian?

(A) To find his name on the computer
(B) To look for a book called The Pearl in the library
(C) To ask about the fine for a book he hasn't returned
(D) To inform the librarian that the book label is torn

14 Why does the woman say that many people make the same mistake?
(A) To warn the man that the problem is serious
(B) To list the problems that the man has caused
(C) To indicate that the mistake is not common
(D) To assure the man that it is not a big problem

15 How long has the man had the book?

(A) Over 3 months
(B) About 1 or 2 months
(C) About 10 months
(D) Over 4 months

16 Listen again to part of the conversation. Then answer the question.

What does the man mean when he says this:?
(A) He thinks that the fine is higher than he thought.
(B) He thinks that he should not pay the money.
(C) He thinks that the book is too expensive.
(D) He thinks that the fine is lower than he thought.
Questions 17 to 20. Listen to part of a conversation between a student and a
librarian.

17. What does the man need from the bookstore?

(A) He needs a book for his English class.
(B) He wants to put up a note on the bulletin board.
(C) He wants to know the way to get to the cafeteria.
(D) He needs to get notes from the bookstore.

18. According to the woman, what is a better way to get to the cafeteria?
(A) Turn right, take the lift and walk to the end
(B) Turn left, walk to the end and take the lift to B1
(C) Take the lift and turn left at the stairs
(D) Turn left and take the lift upstairs

19. What will the man probably do?

(A) He will eat in the cafeteria.
(B) He will check another bookstore.
(C) He will look for his professor.
(D) He will go to the cafeteria.

20. Listen again to part of the conversation. Then answer the question.
What does the woman mean when she says this:
(A) Students do not usually buy text books this late in the semester.
(B) Students always joke about buying a book during this time.
(C) Students do not use the book until later in the semester.
(D) Students lose their books on the subway all the time.
PART 3 - Questions 21-35

Directions: In this part, you will hear THREE talks or lectures. The talks or lectures will not
be repeated. There are five questions for each talk or lecture. For each question, choose the
right answer A, B, C or D.

Questions 21 to 25. Listen to part of a discussion in a biology class.

21. What is the discussion mainly about?

(A) The dangers of whales staying still
(B) The instincts of whales
(C) Whales in colder waters
(D) Whales saving energy

22. Why does the teacher mention small animals living in warmer waters?
(A) To help support the theory of whales saving energy
(B) To ask if the students know what animals live in warmer waters
(C) To describe the life of small animals in warmer waters
(D) To compare eating habits of small animals in cold and warm waters

23. According to the theory, why do whales move to warmer waters?

(A) They are too cold in colder waters and die.
(B) They want to find more food in the warmer waters.
(C) They feel like swimming around for fun.
(D) They like the taste of food in warmer waters.

24. What does the teacher imply when he says this: ?

(A) The whales have a small map of the ocean in their heads.
(B) The whales are not very good at remembering the ocean.
(C) The whales have no problem finding their way in the ocean.
(D) The whales share a map of the ocean with each other.

25. What is the teacher's attitude about the theory of whales saving energy by swimming to
warmer waters?
(A) He does not believe it.
(B) He does not know much about it.
(C) He believes that there is some truth to it.
(D) He does not have any opinion on it.
Questions 26 to 30. Listen to part of a lecture in a science class.

26. What is the talk mainly about?

(A) The effects of greenhouses
(B) The causes of global warming
(C) Tall buildings in large cities
(D) Saving gas for heat

27. What absorbs heat in our atmosphere?

(A) Tall buildings
(B) Plastic roofs
(C) Different gases
(D) Plants on the ground

28. Why does the teacher mention gases acting like a plastic roof?
(A) To describe what we need to prevent global warming
(B) To contrast between plastic and metal roofs
(C) To talk about different materials used on roofs
(D) To illustrate what the gases are doing to the atmosphere

97. According to the teacher, what will happen if the world's icebergs melt?
(A) The world will get hotter by 0.6 degrees Celsius.
(B) There will be no more gases in the air.
(C) There will be more greenhouses.
(D) The whole world will be flooded.

30. According to the talk, what is the problem with tall buildings?
(A) They trap heat in the windows.
(B) They have shiny windows that reflect heat.
(C) They act like roofs in greenhouses.
(D) They pollute the environment and produce gases.
Questions 31 to 35. Listen to part of a lecture in a business class.

31. What is the talk mainly about?

(A) Principles of marketing
(B) The importance of customer service
(C) Improving advertising skills
(D) Advertising through customer service

32. What does the professor say is the main reason for losing current customers?
(A) Better offers from competition
(B) Customers lack feelings of loyalty
(C) Failure to ask for customer opinions
(D) Word of mouth advertising

33. According to the professor, what can be the main result of good customer service?
(A) Lower spending on advertising
(B) Higher profits
(C) Increased customer referrals
(D) More uses for marketing strategies

34. Why does the professor say this: ?

(A) To conclude a section of the lecture
(B) To emphasize the importance of a point
(C) To encourage students to ask questions
(D) To check the students' understanding

35. Listen again to part of the lecture. Then answer the question.
What does the professor mean when he says this: ?
(A) New customers will always be the most important aspect of a business.
(B) It is difficult to capture many new customers with advertising.
(C) Old customers are more valuable than new customers.
(D) Customers are always ready to escape if they are not treated well.