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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.

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A) They are exiting the elevator.

B) They are raising cotton.
C) They are pushing a button.
D) They are calling for a cab.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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(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.

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(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.

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(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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(C) At the company headquarters.

(B) All over the place.
(C) To the mountains.

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(B) Workers of Ms. Han’s ability.
(C) Headhunting is one of his most important

(A) I need more information before applying.

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duties.

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(C) What’s the matter?

(A) Since he left the office early.

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(C) He is an important figure in this town.

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(C) A couple of weeks.

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(C) Sure, it’s quite stuffy in here.

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(C) Get to the bottom of it.

17.

(C) That’s what I’m saying.

25.

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.

You’re going to turn this room into a study,
aren’t you?
(A) Yes, because it’s been empty for about

How long is your commute?

half a year.

(B) I’m going to the movies tonight.
(C) He changed it completely.

(A) Because of a traffic jam.
(B) I usually use public transportation.
(C) Five minutes on foot.

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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.

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.

How would you like your steak?
(A) Money is at stake.
(B) Medium rare, please.
(C) I’ll call Stacy for a ride.

Can I open the window to ventilate the
room?
(A) Turn down the heat.
(B) Near the door.

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.

How long will you stay in Shanghai?
(A) Down here on the right.
(B) At 9 a.m.

What does he have to do with this matter?
(A) Take care of the budget report.
(B) He embezzled public funds.

Why is Robert looking for last month’s
sales figures?
(B) He has a meeting with the accounting
manager.

Isn’t the advertising company planning to
recruit some new employees?
(A) Yes, it intends to hire at least five people.

Did you apply for the position I mentioned
before?
(B) For several reasons.
(C) I have had enough.

Where should I place this vase?
(A) Near the window.

When are you having your job interview?

(A) Until Saturday.
(B) Next Monday.

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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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W hat tim e did you take a message from
Mr. Hoben?

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(A) Yes, he expanded his business.
(B) Sorry, I cannot remember it right now.
(C) I left my coat in the meeting room.

(A) I’m planning to do it tomorrow.

(B) 4:30 p.m. is better.
(C) At five in the afternoon.
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What’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.

(C) On the tenth floor.

You’d better turn your cell phone off during
the performance.
(A) It starts in ten minutes.

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Let’s talk about whom w e should invite
to be a guest sp eaker a t th e annual
conference.

(B) I already turned it off.

(A) I’ve already sent him an email.
(B) No, it only takes a few minutes.

(C) No, in the community center.

(C) I think Or. Rodriguez would be ideal.

Would you prefer a round-trip or a one­

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way ticket?

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.

(A) Sure, I’ll buy you a ticket.
(B) A return ticket, please.
(C) I prefer a single room.
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W ho is going to attend th e financial
meeting instead of me?
(A) Mr. Porter said he was available.
(B) Concerning advertising campaigns.

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Do you know Mr. Gilman’s extension?

Would you like me to cancel your reservation?

My design for a new city hall was finally

(A) Yes, it’s going to be tough.

accepted by the officials.

(B) Would it be possible for you to do that
for me?

(A) I heard that. Congratulations!
(B) They’re holding a reception.

(C) I reserved it online.

(C) The legislation was passed by Congress.
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Shouldn’t we change to a new materials
supplier?
(A) It is one of our materials providers.

(A) Sorry, I’m new to this area.
(B) Let’s wait for further directions.

(B) We have to meet the deadline.
(C) Yes, w e have so many problems with

(C) Sure, I’m accustomed to using this

gadget.

our current one.
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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.

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Could you give me directions to David’s
Store?

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.
(C) I’m not sure whether he likes it or not.

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Questions 41-43 refer to the following conversation
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It's freezing in here. I’d better turn up the

Don’t bother. The thermostat's not working.
I contacted our maintenance man
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.

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.

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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.
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Okay. But since when did you decide to
stop driving?
Vjtiy Since I spoke to Susan, my neighbor;
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.

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 Children’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 tournament.(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
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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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Questions 56-58 refer to the following conversation.

Ted, tw o a p p lic a n ts fo r ou r sum m er
p o sitio n o f o ffice assista 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.

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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 How are the preparations fo r the
call center coming along?

Well, i'm sure personnel keeps all
information related to our summer
employment programs. Just give me the

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 can open a
month earlier than w e had originally

applicants’ n a m e s.(58) I’ll go get their
files for you.

planned, and this facility will really help
us manage the high volume of incoming

I know. I phoned his office, and they
said (57) he went across town to meet a
client.

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?
(59 ) (60 ) No, my co n tracto r phoned
last night to inform me of a problem.
A pparently, the building supplier sent

calls.
(67) But we still have to organize a twow eek training orientation for the call
center employees before the official
opening.

Questions 68-70 refer to the following conversation.
<68) The sign-up deadline fo r the m arket

the wrong type of paneling, so they were
unable to finish the basement yesterday.
Well, it’s just another day. You can move
in tomorrow morning.

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

F o rtu n a te ly , no. (61) The contractor

tables and chairs to accommodate 65 at
the most.
(69) W h y don’t you try Wilson’s Rentals?

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 abou 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.

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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.1701Can you give me the address?


Good afternoon, everyone. (86) I would like
to begin by welcoming you to the historic
Hamilton Residence. (87) I’m Martin Drake,
your guide. Please feel free to ask questions
durin g the tour. This m a g n ifice n t b uild 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 Before 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 five interview q u e stio n s are listed 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. |pf A fter comparing notes tom orrow
m o rning, w e m ust reach an ag reem en t
and select our new senior policy advisor of
investor relations. If you have any questions,
please ask them now.

offe ring a reduced fee fo r new com ers. (94i
How ever, th is offer 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 few 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 just 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 strateg 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,
we have not been able to find a sponsor
for our new project of (99) designing a more
efficien t signaling system fo r m otorists
and pedestrians. However, (99> this sizeable
grant for advances in technology from the
Birch City Developm 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

Hello, I’m calling fo r Ms. Sandra Brennan.
(92) This is Anita Masterson at Masterson’s
H ealth Club phoning in response to your
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

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website and made copies for everyone. (,00>I’ll
give you a few minutes to look through the
information. A fter that, we will talk about
our next course of action.