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A) He is wearing a leather jacket.
B) He Is writing a letter.
C) He is wiping the floor.
D) He is standing on a ladder.
A) She is bending over.
B) She is using a vending machine.
C) She is leaning against the wall.
D) She is receiving some change.
A) They are exiting the elevator.
B) They are raising cotton.
C) They are pushing a button.
D) They are calling for a cab.
A) The man is painting a roof.
B) The man is sketching on a canvas.
C) The man is facing the wall.
D) The man is looking around the house.
A) The picnic table is being set.
B) Some people are sitting on the grass.
C) The chairs are all occupied.
D) Some people are relaxing outside.
A) One woman is taking off her glasses
3) One woman is clearing the desk.
C) One woman is holding a document.
D) One woman is wrapping an item.
7 (A) The carpet is being vacuumed.
(B) There is a cabinet near the wall (C) Some seats are taken.
(D) Some stools are stacked up.
8 (A) The room is neatly organized.
(B) A woman is taping the box.
(C) A woman is counting some bottles (D) Some boxes are piled up.
9 (A) A housewife is doing some chores (B) A customer is picking out dishes (C) The dishwasher is being operated (D) Some bowls are lying on the table.
10 (A) The centerpiece is being placed on the
table.
(B) There is a plant behind the furniture (C) The rug is being cleaned.
(D) The picture frame is being hung.
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11 When are you having your job interview?
(A) Until Saturday.
(B) Next Monday.
(C) At the company headquarters.
12 Did you apply for the position I mentioned
before?
(A) I need more information before applying.
(B) For several reasons.
(C) I have had enough.
13 Why is Robert looking for last month’s
sales figures?
(A) Since he left the office early.
(B) He has a meeting with the accounting
manager.
(C) He is an important figure in this town.
14 How long will you stay in Shanghai?
(A) Down here on the right.
(B) At 9 a.m.
(C) A couple of weeks.
15 Can I open the window to ventilate the
room?
(A) Turn down the heat.
(B) Near the door.
(C) Sure, it’s quite stuffy in here.
16 Do you know a lady by the name of Julie?
(A) She is my friend from high school.
(B) Yes, I’ve already done it.
(C) Get to the bottom of it.
17 How long is your commute?
(A) Because of a traffic jam.
(B) I usually use public transportation.
(C) Five minutes on foot.
18 I couldn’t watch the basketball game last
night because my electricity went out.
(A) At the electronics store down the street.
(B) That’s too bad It was really exciting.
(C) I was caught in traffic.
19 Where should I place this vase?
(A) Near the window.
(B) All over the place.
(C) To the mountains.
20 Isn’t the advertising company planning to recruit some new employees?
(A) Yes, it intends to hire at least five people.
(B) Workers of Ms Han’s ability.
(C) Headhunting is one of his most important duties.
21 What does he have to do with this matter? (A) Take care of the budget report.
(B) He embezzled public funds.
(C) What’s the matter?
22 Didn’t you say that you reserved a table at the Chinese restaurant?
(A) This was the form to sign in with.
(B) Can I have your order?
(C) I tried, but they’re fully booked.
23 How would you like your steak?
(A) Money is at stake.
(B) Medium rare, please.
(C) I’ll call Stacy for a ride.
24 We should try to get there before our clients arrive.
(A) To make an appointment.
(B) He was one of the VIPs in the audience.
(C) That’s what I’m saying.
25 You’re going to turn this room into a study, aren’t you?
(A) Yes, because it’s been empty for about half a year.
(B) I’m going to the movies tonight.
(C) He changed it completely.
26 Can you hold this paper for me while I tie
my shoes?
(A) Sure, why not?
(B) What Is the title of this book?
(C) I didn’t think so.
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Mr Hoben?
(A) I’m planning to do it tomorrow.
(B) 4:30 p.m is better.
(C) At five in the afternoon.
28 W hat’s all the fuss about?
(A) The vice president will arrive soon to
inspect the factory.
(B) No, I’m not responsible for the failure.
(C) There’s no doubt about that.
29 You’d better turn your cell phone off during
the performance.
(A) It starts in ten minutes.
(B) I already turned it off.
(C) No, in the community center.
35 Do you know Mr Gilman’s extension? (A) Yes, he expanded his business.
(B) Sorry, I cannot remember it right now (C) I left my coat in the meeting room.
36 W ho is going to a tte n d th e finan cial meeting instead of me?
(A) Mr Porter said he was available (B) Concerning advertising campaigns (C) On the tenth floor.
37 Let’s ta lk about whom w e should invite
to be a g uest s p e a k e r a t th e annual conference.
(A) I’ve already sent him an email.
(B) No, it only takes a few minutes.
(C) I think Or Rodriguez would be ideal.
30 Would you prefer a round-trip or a one
way ticket?
(A) Sure, I’ll buy you a ticket.
(B) A return ticket, please.
(C) I prefer a single room.
31 My design fo r a new city hall was finally
accepted by the officials.
(A) I heard that Congratulations!
(B) They’re holding a reception.
(C) The legislation was passed by Congress.
32 Shouldn’t w e change to a new materials
supplier?
(A) It is one of our materials providers.
(B) We have to meet the deadline.
(C) Yes, w e have so many problems with
our current one.
38 Why can’t you come over right now? (A) Because he had an appointment.
(B) I’ll be right back.
(C) One of my clients will visit me soon.
39 Would you like me to cancel your reservation? (A) Yes, it’s going to be tough.
(B) Would it be possible for you to do that for me?
(C) I reserved it online.
40 Could you give me directions to David’s Store?
(A) Sorry, I’m new to this area.
(B) Let’s wait for further directions.
(C) Sure, I’m accustomed to using this gadget.
33 I’m really disappointed to hear that I have
to work this weekend.
(A) Has something urgent come up?
(B) I was appointed to be his secretary.
(C) No, I haven’t heard the news.
34 We cannot choose a building design until
Mr Dunn reviews the proposals, can we?
(A) Even so, it was criticized harshly.
(B) No, but he asked us to give him another
week.
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Questions 41-43 refer to the following conversation
' W;; It's freezing in here I’d better turn up the
■ M V Don’t bother The thermostat's not working
about it, but he’s extremely busy and
can’t be here before 2:00 Apparently,
' :\(f1) a lot of other offices in the building
have the same problem.
;\Afc; 2 o ’clock? Well, it’s only 10:30 now, (43;
but, fortunately, 1 keep an electric
heater behind the filing cabinet for
this type of emergency.
Questions 44-46 refer to the following conversation
I heard you’re presenting at the software
developm ent conference in Trenton
tomorrow; I’m speaking as well, so (44> I
was wondering if I could get a lift.
I’ve opted for the commuter train this
time But let’s go together anyway.(46) We
can share our presentation ideas on
the way.
M; Okay But since when did you decide to
stop driving?
last week Susan went to Trenton daily
for work only by car for many years Two
months ago, however, she switched to
: the commuter train and claims th a t(46!
her travel time has been cut in half.
Hello, W this is Lisa Rogers at Top
Investors calling about order number
C58-7492.
C58-7492? Just a minute, please, Ms
Rogers Yes, here it is !48|We received an
order late Friday afternoon for seven
conference-style tables According to
our records, it was processed Monday
morning and forwarded to our Shipping
Department that afternoon
So does that mean the tables are on the way here?
l49! Mr Robert Spencer is the head of shipping Let me speak to him and phone you back by 1:30.
Questions 50 -52 refer to the following conversation.
Why haven’t you signed up for o u r <50)
annual company bowling tournament
on Saturday? This year, we're raising
money for the Elm Street C hildren’s Since O’Connor Bowling is closed for renovations, I just assumed that the event will be called off After all, O’Connor is the only bowling facility in town
But I called my friend Mark Smith, the owner of Smith’s Lanes, and he’s agreed
to h o s t:SQI our charity tournam ent.(5?r
Plus, Shawn Dewitt, a national pro, will be there 6,11 know that Smith’s is well over an hour away, but it’s worth
Hi, I’m opening a used bookstore in
my home just down the street, and ;
I’d like to speak to someone about opening a checking account here (M> Ms Susan Riley handles small business accounts, but she’s currently away at a meeting in our main branch
and isn’t expected back till 3:30
Would you like to meet with her then?
No, that won’t work I have some painters coming over between 3:00 and Well, Ms Riley is available first thing tomorrow morning when the bank opens
at 9:30.165> I’d be happy to schedule an appointment for you.
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Ted, tw o a p p lic a n ts fo r o u r sum m er
p o s itio n o f o ffic e a s sis ta n t have
interviews at 3:00 and 3:15, but ^ I can’t
find their resumes anywhere I’m sure I
left that folder right here
I think Mr Murphy has it He interviewed
someone for the same position this
morning
I know I phoned his o ffice, and they
said (57) he went across town to meet a
client.
Well, i'm sure personnel keeps all
inform ation related to our summer
employment programs Just give me the
applicants’ n a m e s (58) I’ll go get their
files for you.
uestions 59-61 refer to the following conversation.
Beverly? I wasn’t expecting you to come
in today f59> Did you move into your
new house all right?
(5 9) (6 0) No, my c o n tra c to r phoned
last night to inform me of a problem
A pparently, the building supplier sent
the wrong type of paneling, so they were
unable to finish the basement yesterday
Well, it’s ju st another day You can move
in tomorrow morning
F o rtu n a te ly , no (61) The contractor
assured m e th a t everything w ill be
done by 1:00 P.M today at the latest,
so I’ll be leaving the office at noon.
Questions 62-64 refer to the following conversation
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H e llo *62’ ¿I;would like to ta lk to
someone a b o u t taking out a loan for a
new house in the downtown area.
I’m sorry, s ir , i62) but none of our
mortgage professionals are available
at the moment (63) You’re welcom e to
take this application form and (64) mail
it later After we review your application,
we will contact you about setting up an
appointment
Thank you, but is it not possible to submit an application online?
I’m sorry, but loan applications are not included in our company’s online service
Questions 65-67 refer to the following conversation.
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m H ow are the preparations fo r the call center coming along?
Excellent The renovations are complete, all the computers and telephone headsets have been installed, and we’ve hired 120 operators and 10 supervisors Fantastic |66) Now w e c a n open a month earlier than w e had originally planned, and this facility will really help
us manage the high volume of incoming calls.
(67) But we still have to organize a two-
w eek training orientation for the call center employees before the official opening.
Questions 68-70 refer to the follow ing conversation
<68) The sign-up deadline fo r th e m arket
re s e a rc h w o rk s h o p w a s y e s te rd a y How many are attending?
Let’s see 78 people have signed up I didn’t anticipate that many We only have tables and chairs to accommodate 65 at the most
(69) W h y don’t you try Wilson’s Rentals?
W e’ve rented from them before, and Jerry Wilson, the owner, always gives
us a good deal Plus, they’re not too far
from here
Okay I’ll drop by on my way back from
lunch.1701 Can you give me the address?
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to begin by welcoming you to the historic
Hamilton Residence (87) I’m Martin Drake,
your guide Please feel free to ask questions
d u rin g th e tour This m a g n ific e n t b u ild in g
was the home of William Hamilton, who
accumulated great wealth in shipping from
1886 until his death in 1931 H is eldest son
continued to reside here for an additional 20
years before the house was officially named a
tourist attraction In each room, you will notice
eye-catching pieces of furniture and art from
every corner of the w o rld (88) As president of
the Great Shipping Company, Mr Hamilton
frequently traveled abroad, w hich is how he
came to acquire these items
<891 B efore conducting th e interview s, we
need to have a quick meeting One candidate
is Julie Park, who, according to her resume,
has been the assistant marketing director in
our Cheju office since 2002 All of you most
likely know the other candidate, Peter Mason,
because he is our own assistant director of
sales Peter has held that position since 2003
The fiv e in te rvie w q u e s tio n s are lis te d on
your evaluation sheet (90) As each applicant
replies, please write down your impressions
in the appropriate spaces, and don’t forget
to write a score from one to five in the rating
box |p f A fter com paring notes tom orrow
m o rn in g , w e m ust reach an a g re e m e n t
and select our new senior policy advisor of
investor relations If you have any questions,
please ask them now
Hello, I’m callin g fo r Ms Sandra Brennan
(92) This is Anita Masterson at Masterson’s
H ealth Club phoning in response to yo u r
online query about membership If possible,(93!
may I please talk to you directly about the
benefits that our members enjoy? Now is an
excellent time to join because we are currently
o ffe rin g a reduced fee fo r n ew com ers (94i
How ever, th is o ffe r is only good till the end of this week, so please return my call without delay My number is 504-3246 Again,
my name is Anita Masterson, and my number
is 504-3246 Thank you, and I hope to hear from you soon
Thank you fo r coming on such short notice
<95> Since a fe w of you are heading to the regional convention in the morning, I wanted
to talk briefly with everyone in sales about the quarterly report that I ju st received Thanks
to your extra effort this year, (96) sales have
increased by 11% This is good news, but we
really need to strive for 17% Otherwise, we
will fall short o f our yearly g o a ls (97) We need
to rethink o ur s trateg ies to boost sales next quarter L et’s m eet in tw o w eeks to discuss this matter in detail Until that time, everyone please come up w ith suggestions
to bring to that meeting.
Good afternoon, everyone A few of you are
already aware th a t,m despite our best efforts,
w e have not been able to find a sponsor for our new project of (99) designing a more
e ffic ie n t signaling system fo r m otorists and pedestrians However, (99> this sizeable grant for advances in technology from the Birch City D evelopm ent Foundation may
be the answer w e ’ve been looking for This
new grant will go to projects designed to raise the quality o f com m unication system s right here in Birch City This is precisely the aim of our project We must subm it our application immediately I’ve downloaded all the details,
in c lu d in g th e a p p lic a tio n fo rm , fro m th e
website and made copies for everyone (,00> I’ll
give you a few minutes to look through the information A fter that, w e will talk about our next course of action.