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Questions 41 through 43 refer to the following conversation.. Questions 44 through 46 refer to the following conversation.. Questions 47 through 49 refer to the following conversation..

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TEST 01

1 (M-Au)

(A) The man is unlocking a door

(B) The man is holding some packages

(C) The man is loading a cart

(D) The man is standing near some boxes

2 (W-Br)(A) One woman is picking up a bag

(B) One woman is putting on a hat

(C) The women are wearing coatr

(D) The women are waiting outdoors

3 (M-Cn)

(A) A man’s walking down an escalator

(B) A man’s wrapping some merchandise

(C) Some people are cleaning the floor

(D) Some people are seated next to an

escalator

(A) A woman is opening an umbrella

(B) Customers are shopping in an open-air market

(C) A vendor is reaching into a display case.(D) Some people are bicycling through a market

5 (M-Au)

(A) She's jotting down notes on a notepad

(B) She's arranging some flowers in a vase

(C) She's attaching items to a bulletin board

(D) She's moving her computer monitor

6 (W-Br)(A) Some people are climbing the stairs.(B) Some people are leaning against a railing.(C) A woman is reading on a bench

(D) A man is working in a garden

(C) A television has been set on a bookshelf

(D) Some books have been stacked on a table

8 (M-Cn)(A) The vehicles are all traveling in the same direction

(B) A traffic signal is suspended above an intersection

(C) Painted lines separate the lanes of traffic.(D) A high-rise building is being erected near

a busy roadway

9 (M-Au)

(A) An instrument has been left on a piano

(B) The floor is partially covered by a rug

(C) A music stand is being adjusted

(D) A stage is being prepared for a concert

10 (W-Am)(A) Some boards have been piled on a deck.(B) Workers are fastening their helmets.(C) A ladder has been placed next to a vertical beam

(D) Pipes are being carried up some steps

11 (W-Am) What flight is he arriving on?

(M-Au)

12 (M-Cn) When did you join the company?(W-Br) (A) Yes, I’m enjoying it here

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(A) Flight 48.

(B) Only an hour

(C) At the airport

(B) Three years ago

(C) The Strauss Company

13 (M-Au) Where are you staying in town?

(M-Cn) (A) Yes, often

(B) At the Lakeside Hotel

(C) For a conference

14 (W-Am) Who's meeting with Ms Clark right now?

(W-Br) (A) The accountant

(B) The meeting was rather short.(C) Yes, you're quite right

15 (W-Am) How many clients will be visiting?

(M-Au) (A) Yes, they are

(M-Cn) (A) Every other week

(B) I read that, too

(C) On our Web site

18 (M-Cn) Would you like me to call a taxi for you?

(W-Am) (A) It’s not very likely

(B) No, thanks I'd prefer to walk.(C) I'll return his call then

19 (W-Br) When do you expect the merger to be

approved?

(M-Cn) (A) By the end of the month

(B) I expect so

(C) Yes, sales ought to improve

20 (M-Au) Should we stay late tonight or work

on this job tomorrow?

(W-Br) (A) I'm not free tomorrow

(B) We walked through the lobby.(C) Let's make him an offer

21 (M-Cn) Why did Yumi leave the seminar

early?

(M-Au) (A) Seven o'clock this morning

(B) Some are in Room 26

(C) She had a doctor’s appointment

22 (M-Au) Where can I attend an evening course?

(W-Am) (A) It's a four-course meal

(B) Yes, attendance is required.(C) The university has some night classes

23 (W-Am) Who will replace Mr Fernandez

when he

retires?

(W-Br) (A) I've never been there

(B) I heard that Maria Ortega will

(C) No, I'm not tired

24 (W-Br) When will we begin marketing the new alarm

system?

(M-Au) (A) After more tests are completed

(B) It's an efficient system

(C) In Europe and North America

25 (M-Cn) Why are our supplies so low? 26 (W-Am) Why don't we go out for some fresh

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(M-Au) (A) I'm surprised to see you!

(B) The bottom shelf

(C) The delivery's been delayed

air?

(M-Cn) (A) It's out of stock

(B) Yes, I'd like to take a break.(C) The chairs go over there

27 (W-Br) Who shipped the product samples

yesterday?

(W-Am) (A) In the afternoon shipment

(B) Ms Kang sent them

(C) I've already tried them

28 (M-Au) Those French lessons were very useful, weren't they?

(W-Am) (A) At the training center

(B) It's held Monday and Wednesday

(C) Yes, I really learned a lot

29 (W-Br) Aren't you supposed to be on holiday

this week?

(M-Au) (A) No, I had a scheduling conflict

(B) I go there with my family

(C) They used to be

30 (W-Am) You've gone through customs, haven't you?

(M-Cn) (A) Is she one of our customers?(B) Yes, it was faster than usual

(C) I haven't received one yet

31 (M-Au) I thought the discussion was helpful

(W-Am) (A) Sure, help yourself

(B) The quarterly reports

(C) Yes, our goals seem clearer now

32 (M-Cn) Do I have to complete this application now?

(W-Br) (A) We're competing for market share

(B) Yes, I confirmed my reservation

(C) You can fill it out at home if you'd like

33 (W-Am) I think the vice president should

select the location

(M-Cn) (A) But she asked us to

(B) A wide variety

(C) We couldn't find them

34 (M-Au) Your new assignment looks quite complicated

(W-Am) (A) It's nicer than the old sign.(B) I'll distribute them tomorrow

(C) It's actually easier than it looks

35 (M-Cn) How about a game of tennis this

weekend?

(M-Au) (A) No, I'm afraid I didn’t

(B) Well, I do need the exercise

(C) I bought ten of them

36 (W-Br) Have the emergency exits been inspected?

(M-Cn) (A) Only in an emergency

(B) Through the main entrance

(C) Yes, everything's fine

37 (M-Au) Do you have to phone your office

now, or can you wait until later?

(W-Br) (A) I'd better do it before I forget

(B) A waiter will be with you in a moment

(C) Our new offices will be bigger

38 (W-Br) Hasn't Mr Chu finished compiling the data?

(W-Am) (A) Of course, you can borrow my calculator

(B) He hasn't received all the figures yet

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(C) Sure, he can come by anytime.

39 (M-Au) How can we identify the best

40 (W-Am) Why don't we take a few minutes to

go over the proposal?

(M-Cn) (A) It lasted a few hours

(B) Should we ask Sarah to join us?

(C) I didn't select the speaker

Questions 41 through 43 refer to the following conversation.

(W-Am) Good morning.41I have a reservation at this hotel - my name's Clara Dawson

(M-Au) Hello, Ms Dawson, and welcome to the San Sebastian Inn Unfortunately, your room won't be available until noon, but 43 I'd be happy to keep your luggage behind the counter until then

(W-Am) Oh, that's fine I just flew in from New York, and I'd like to get a late breakfast Do you have any recommendations for restaurants in the area?

(M-Au) 43 Here's a city restaurant guide - breakfast places are listed at the beginning

Questions 44 through 46 refer to the following conversation.

(M-Cn) Nancy, 44I heard that you're transferring to our office in Hong Kong What will you be doing there?

(W-Br) Oh, it'll be the same thing I've been doing here

The company's ready to start marketing our new speech recognition software in Asia - and 45 since my team's had a lot of success selling the product here, they've asked me to move to Hong Kong to head up the sales efforts there (M-Cn) That sounds like a great opportunity You know, my cousin works in Hong Kong for a big retailer 46 I'll give you her e-mail address in case you want to contact her I'm sure she'd be happy to help you find an apartment there

Questions 47 through 49 refer to the following conversation.

(M-Au) Ms Patel? This is Eric from facilities We’re replacing the carpeting on the second floor, and 47

we'd like to replace the carpet in your office on Friday

(W-Am) That's not a problem.48 But I need a computer that day so I can access my files on the server Willthat be possible?

(M-Au) Well, Room 203 has a computer you could

probably use.49 I'll get in touch with technical support to make sure you'll have access to your files there

Questions 50 through 52 refer to the following conversation.

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(W-Am) Hello,50 I'm planning to order flower arrangements for an awards banquet next month A

colleague recommended your shop (M-Cn) Yes, we specialize in centerpieces for corporate events Do you know what type of flowers you're looking for?

(W-Am) 51I have a picture of one of the arrangements from last year's banquet that I can e-mail to you If you could make something similar, that'd be great How far in advance should I place the order?

(M-Cn) 52 You'll have to submit your order two weeks before the event That way we can be sure that we have the flowers you request in stock

Questions 53 through 55 refer to the following conversation.

(W-Br) Daniel, I know how much you love to cook 53Did you hear that the chef from the Spontaneous Gourmet show on TV will be teaching a class at the culinary institute this summer?

(M-Au) Really? 54Steven Okada? I've been a fan of his show for years! I learned how to make some of myfavorite dishes from watching him cook

(W-Br) Well, 55if you're interested in the class, you should sign up right away - there are only a few spots available to the general public

Questions 56 through 58 refer to the following conversation.

(M-Cn) Hi, 56 I'm from the machine-repair department I got a call about a problem with one of the sewingmachines

(W-Br) Yes - the machine at the station over there stopped working - the foot pedal broke.57 Do you know how long it'll take to fix that?

(M-Cn) 58 Let me check the supplies in the storeroom - if we have the right part, it won't take long But if Ihave to order a part, it could be a couple of days

Questions 59 through 61 refer to the following conversation.

(M-Au) Wasn't that surprising news about the budget? 59 We actually have money left over this year (W-Am) Yes, but if we don't spend the money, we lose it 60 That's why Ms Han has asked everyone to come up with some ideas for special projects - things that can be done before the end of the year

(M-Au) But projects take time to plan and there's only a month left 61 What if we just buy new

videoconferencing equipment instead? It would be really useful for all those conference calls with

colleagues in branch offices

Questions 62 through 64 refer to the following conversation.

(M-Au) Good evening, I'm calling from the Mountain View City Council office 62We're surveying local

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residents to get their opinions about the recent proposal to expand highway 1 Would you be willing to answer a few questions?

(W-Br) I'm sorry, I'm just leaving to go out 63But I've been reading the articles in the newspaper - the onesabout all the plans to improve our local roads, and I'd very much like to respond to the survey Could you call back at another time?

(M-Au) 64If it would be more convenient, you can take the survey online All you have to do is go to the city council's Web site and click on the button that says "Roadway survey." It'll only take you about five minutes to fill out the form

Questions 65 through 67 refer to the following conversation.

(W-Br) Hello, this is Gina Masterson, the director of the Churchill Theater 65I loved your audition and would like to offer you a role in our upcoming play, Town and Country Rehearsals begin next Wednesday.(M-Cn) That's great, but I didn't realize rehearsals would be starting so soon 66I'm already performing in another theater production, so I won't be available until the end of next week

(W-Br) Well, we can work without you for the first few days, but I do need your measurements so I can give them to our costume designer That usually happens on the first day of rehearsals

(M-Cn) That's not a problem.67I can stop by earlier in the day and meet with the costume designer then

Questions 68 through 70 refer to the following conversation.

(M-Cn) Dr Adams, this is Justin McBride from the Foundation for Health Research I'm pleased to tell you 68that your article about the benefits of a low-fat diet has been accepted for our journal

(W-Am) That's wonderful news 69I actually just presented my research at a symposium and it was well received When will the article be published?

(M-Cn) Well, 70 we've made some editorial suggestions, so revisions will have to be made first Once you've done that, we can let you know the exact date the article will appear in the journal

Questions 71 through 73 refer to the following telephone message

(W-Br) Hello, this is Diana Gorman calling about the advertisement that you placed in the Cliffdale

newspaper for a used bicycle 71 I've been looking for a bike for a while now, and the one you described in your ad seems perfect I have some questions about it, though,72 so please call me back at 555-0116 73 I'm going on holiday on Friday and won't be back for two weeks, so if you could call me before then, I'd reallyappreciate it Thanks!

Questions 74 through 76 refer to the following announcement.

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(M-Au) 74Attention, all employees on the engine assembly line 75The maintenance team has found oil leaking under a conveyor belt, so we'll have to shut down production until the leak can be fixed We don't expect the repairs to take long, so since your lunch break starts in about 15 minutes, we're just going to extend lunchtime today from the usual half hour to 45 minutes 76Enjoy the extra time, and we'll see you back at your workstations at one o'clock.

Questions 77 through 79 refer to the following telephone message.

(W-Am) Hello.77 I'm calling from the Pine Hill Medical Clinic about your appointment with Dr Smith on August fourth at ten A M.78I want to remind you that our office has recently relocated We re now in the new medical professional building at the corner of Cooper Avenue and Main Street.79 Will you please call

us back at 555-0145 to confirm that you'll keep your appointment? Thank you

Questions 80 through 82 refer to the following advertisement.

(M-Cn) 80Looking for fresh and inventive cooking?

Come to Adrian's! Located on the top floor of the Metford Building,81 Adrian's offers breathtaking views

of the entire city Along with the stunning view,80 we feature many authentic Italian dishes you won't find anywhere else Best of all, our carefully prepared entrees are surprisingly affordable In fact, for five years

in a row, 82we've been on The Daily Times' list of "Best Bargain Restaurants." So come to Adrian's today for an unforgettable dining experience

Questions 83 through 85 refer to the following telephone message.

(W-Br) Hello, this message is for George Woo at Riverdale Publishing This is Helen Sanders.83 We met last month at the Southwest Literary Conference, and I told you about a book I was writing — Travels by Land I’ve 84 just completed the first draft, and I'm going to go ahead and e-mail you a copy, as you

suggested 85 I'm very excited about the possibility of working with you since you've edited so many books

by other travel writers that I admire I hope you find the manuscript promising, and I look forward to hearing from you

Questions 86 through 88 refer to the following radio broadcast.

(W-Am) You're listening to KLX, your favorite folk music station Next up, 86you'll hear an exclusive interview with songwriter and singer Robert Vega I'm particularly pleased to have Robert on the show as

87we've been friends ever since we met in a music class at Coast University Robert will be talking about his new album, Total Vega, which was recorded live at the famous Willingboro Festival When we come

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back from the break, 88we'll let you know how you can win a pair of tickets to his upcoming concert at Midland Arena — so, stay tuned.

Questions 89 through 91 refer t< the following excerpt from a meeting

(M-Cn) 90 I want to remind you to tell patrons about a new service we're offering on the library's Web site

89Patrons can now access the library's catalog and their accounts online, so they can put titles on hold, search other libraries for an interlibrary loan, and review checkouts — all from their home computers 91

We've had magnets made that have our Web site printed on them Please offer them to people as they check out at the circulation desk

Questions 92 through 94 refer to the following announcement.

(W-Br) Attention, Pacific Trends shoppers We'd like to invite you to visit our newly remodeled third floordisplay area.93 After several months of renovations, we've transformed the entire floor into a bright,92 open space to showcase our large selection of living room furniture The additional space has allowed us to display even more creative room layouts and design ideas We also now offer complimentary in-store design consultation services 94Speak with a member of our talented design staff today to find the perfect fabric for your sofa or choose the best lighting and accessories to decorate your room So be sure to come and take a look!

Questions 95 through 97 refer to the following excerpt from a meeting.

(M-Au) It's time to start planning the fall travel section that we publish every September And, 95this year, we've decided to have the summer interns write most of it It's a good long-term project for them, and it will solve our biggest problem from last summer That was the first time that we'd used interns to work on news articles for the weekday editions — which seemed like a good idea, but I'm sure you all remember how time-consuming it was giving the interns daily feedback on their articles And, unfortunately, 96some

of us missed important deadlines for our own pieces So, this summer, everyone will have mentoring assignments just once a week, rather than daily 97Please take a look at your calendars and then e-mail me the days when you're free to mentor someone

Questions 98 through 100 refer to the following talk.

(M-Cn) Welcome to Sunlight House My name is Stephen, and I'll be leading you on this afternoon's tour

98Despite its name, Sunlight House was designed by Edgar Thompson not as a residential home but as the office for his architectural business It was here that he worked on many of the industrial buildings that he's so well-known for today You'll see when you enter the building that it's simply one large room with

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cleverly designed modular work spaces for Thompson and each of his associates 99That type of floor plan

is quite common today, but it was revolutionary for Thompson's time As we walk around, feel free to takephotographs, but please 100 do not handle or lean against anything, as many of the items on display have become fragile with age

TEST 02

1 (W-Br)

(A) He's filing some folders

(B) He's holding a cardboard box

(C) He's stacking some magazines

(D) He's turning on a television

2 (M-Au)(A) A horse is resting by a tree

(B) A horse is entering a barn

(C) There's a car in the driveway

(D) There's a fence near a building

3 (M-Cn)

(A) They're reading some newspapers

(B) They're moving some furniture

(C) They're facing each other

(D) They're opening their briefcases

(A) Some men are looking at menus

(B) Some men are preparing a meal

(C) A waiter is writing down an order

(D) A waiter is carrying some glasses

5 (W-Br)

(A) A woman is pushing a shopping cart

(B) Customers are approaching a cash

register

(C) A man is paying for a purchase

(D) A man is selecting an item from a display

(A) An audience has filled a movie theater.(B) Spectators are attending a sporting event.(C) Vendors are climbing some stairs

(D) The players are leaving the field

7 (M-Au)

(A) An instrument case is lying on the floor

(B) A bookcase is between two benches

(C) Some shoes are being placed into boxes

(D) A rug is laid out in front of a window

8 (W-Br)(A) People have gathered by a fountain.(B) People are strolling through an outdoor market

(C) Some sacks are being unloaded from a truck

(D) Workers are hanging out laundry to dry

9 (M-Au)

(A) A shelving unit is being installed

(B) A woman is bending down to read a label

(C) A stack of cups is covered in plastic

packaging

(D) A woman is serving beverages in cups

10 (M-Cn)(A) Scaffolding has been erected next to an exterior wall

(B) A worker is burying pipes in the ground.(C) Steps have been constructed from stone blocks

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(D) Cement is being poured at a construction site.

11 (W-Am) What time is it?

(W-Br) (A) Just a few minutes

(B) Almost five o'clock

13 (W-Br) Do you want me to schedule the press

conference for Thursday, or for Friday?

(M-Au) (A) A television reporter

(B) I'd prefer Thursday

(C) The latest press release

14 (M-Cn) When should I have this paperwork ready? (W-Am) (A) As soon as possible.(B) At the print shop

(C) A billing form

15 (W-Br) Where was Mr Wagner yesterday?

(M-Cn) (A) The whole department

(B) No, that’s tomorrow

(C) With a client

16 (W-Am) Michael, is this your coat?

(M-Au) (A) Because it's cold outside

(B) No, mine's brown

(C) A different postal code

17 (W-Am) Who can l ask to revise our

orientation materials?

(M-Cn) (A) l just realized that

(B) An earlier version

(C) Yoko has the time

18 (M-Au) You manage this apartment complex,don’t you?

(W-Br) (A) Yes, I have for twelve years.(B) It's apartment 16

(C) It wasn't that complicated

19 (W-Am) Why did you get a new mobile

(C) He's a supervisor in customer service

21 (M-Au) Would you like to share a taxi to the

train station?

(W-Br) (A) Actually, I was planning to drive

(B) I've already been trained

(C) Every twenty minutes

22 (M-Cn) What color should I paint the living room

walls?

(M-Au) (A) Yes, you should

(B) He's nearly finished

(C) Yellow would look nice

23 (W-Br) When is the Morrison Bridge going to

be

repaired?

(M-Cn) (A) A pair of them

24 (M-Au) Why's the shopping center so busy?(W-Am) (A) I have to buy food for dinner.(B) A new store opened there last week.(C) A business proposal

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(B) He was stuck in traffic.

(C) Sometime next spring

25 (W-Br) My flight to Chicago's been delayed

for six

hours

(M-Cn) (A) Have you tried to get a different

flight?

(B) Unless he's waiting at the airport

(C) Sure, I'll put it on display

26 (M-Cn) Shouldn't we distribute these brochures?

(W-Am) (A) Black and white's fine

(B) Not until more people get here

(C) Martin designed them

27 (W-Am) Who's going to do the presentation

with you?

(M-Au) (A) I'm doing it by myself

(B) It was a good presentation

(C) Baolin also received one

28 (M-Cn) Why don't you call Ms Garcia this morning?

(W-Br) (A) I don't think I have her number.(B) Because she asked for one

(C) I can answer the phone

29 (M-Cn) Let's order a bigger sign for the front

door

(W-Am) (A) What size should we get?

(B) No, in the bottom drawer

(C) You can sign it later

30 (W-Br) The cafe's out of sandwiches

(M-Cn) (A) An extra slice of cheese

(B) They open at nine

(C) Try the soup instead

31 (M-Au) Who’s in charge of stocking the

supply

closet?

(W-Br) (A) Oh, we take turns

(B) Don't forget to close it

(C) Some office supplies

32 (W-Am) Are they putting an addition on the library?

(M-Cn) (A) She's the head librarian

(B) No but they are remodeling

(C) Seven more years

33 (M-Au) What's on the agenda for the staff

meeting?

(W-Br) (A) Next to the lobby

(B) Attendance was good

(C) It hasn't been finalized

34 (W-Am) Hasn't Marcus found a location for the photo shoot?

(M-Au) (A) It's for an advertisement

(B) Hang them up there

(C) He's still looking

35 (M-Cn) The new copier's been delivered

(W-Br) (A) I'll order it this morning

(B) Is it ready to use?

(C) I'd like some, too

36 (M-Au) There's only one entrance to this building, right?

(W-Am) (A) He's standing right over there.(B) No, there's a side door too

(C) By showing your identification badge

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37 (W-Br) Where will the training session be

held?

(W-Am) (A) I'll check the e-mail Erika sent

us

(B) Safety procedures

(C) Because of a schedule change

38 (W-Am) The contract negotiations took longer than I expected

(M-Cn) (A) Yes I was surprised by that.(B) It's a little more than ten kilometers.(C) Are you expecting him?

39 (M-Cn) How do I renew my membership?

(M-Au) (A) A teachers association

(B) There's a form online

(C) No, it's not new

40 (W-Br) Could you give me feedback on my research proposal?

(M-Au) (A) Improvements in medical technology

(B) I didn't think it was

(C) If you don't need it immediately, I can

Questions 41 through 43 refer to the following conversation.

(W-Br) Good evening 41 I see that your restaurant's pretty busy right now - do you have any available tables?

(M-Cn) We are busy, but we do have some free tables, so you won't have to wait

(W-Br) Marvelous There is one thing though - I'm in

a bit of a hurry 42I have tickets to see a play in an hour at the theater next door Do you think that I'll be done in time?

(M-Cn) Our servers are used to having diners who are going to shows next door 43 I'll let your waiter know that you're in a rush

Questions 44 through 46 refer to the following conversation.

(M-Au) Hi, I've been working in one of the library's study rooms this afternoon I left to find a book, and when I came back, the door was locked 44 My laptop is still inside, so could you please unlock the room for me?

(W-Am) Oh, 45 the doors lock automatically when you close them What was the room number?

(M-Au) I forget the number, but it's the room immediately to the left of the elevator

(W-Am) OK, that's room 315 We keep a set of keys here at the desk Let me find the one for 315 46 I'll open that door for you, so you can get your computer

Questions 47 through 49 refer to the following conversation.

(M-Au) Excuse me, 47I have a ticket for the five o'clock train to Baltimore But I just got out of work, and

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since it's only 3:30 I was hoping I could get on an earlier train Is that possible?

(W-Br) Yes, 48there's an express train that leaves at four o'clock, but it costs $45 more Would you like to change your ticket?

(M-Au) That's more than I wanted to pay — 49I'll just wait until five I have some work I can finish up in the meantime

Questions 50 through 52 refer to the following conversation.

(W-Am) Peter, could you tell me what you covered during this morning's staff meeting? I'm sorry I

couldn't make it - 50I had a meeting with a client at the same time

(M-Au) No problem 51 The most important item on the agenda was the new project-management

software I'm going to set up a separate training session for each department

(W-Am) Oh, really? When are you doing the training for the marketing staff? I want to make sure I'm there

(M-Au) On Monday afternoon But before that, 52I'll be sending attendees a brochure that describes the new software I'd like everyone to take a few minutes to read the information before the training session

Questions 53 through 55 refer to the following conversation.

(M-Cn) Hi, 53I saw on a television commercial that your art-supply store offers classes What kinds of courses do you have?

(W-Am) Right now we're offering a variety of classes in drawing, painting, and sculpture Would any of those interest you?

(M-Cn) |'d like to try sculpture 54 But I've never studied any type of art before, so I'd be looking for an introductory-level class

(W-Am) Well, our Sculpting for Beginners class is starting tomorrow evening at seven o'clock If you'd like,

I can tell you what supplies you'll need 55 It's a good idea to buy everything in advance so you have it for the first class

Questions 56 through 58 refer to the following conversation.

(M-Au) Do you know why it's so noisy today? 56 I've been trying to prepare a presentation for this

afternoon's board meeting, but I'm having trouble concentrating

(W-Br) 57 There's a construction crew doing renovations on the second floor They're combining two empty offices to create an employee break room Unfortunately, the hammering will probably be going on

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for a while

(M-Au) Well, it'll be good to finally have a break room, but I hope I can get my presentation done on time

I don't want to be unprepared in front of the board of directors

(W-Br) 58 If it'll help, I have a pair of headphones that you're welcome to borrow Maybe that will

eliminate some of the noise

Questions 59 through 61 refer to the following conversation.

(W-Br) Hello, my name is Jane Woodruff and I'm an event coordinator for Eastern Tour Agency 59 I'm interested in bringing a tour group of about 50 people to your farm Would you be able to accommodate a group of that size?

(M-Cn) Of course In fact, 60for groups of over 25 people, you can choose a hands-on demonstration for your group to participate in We offer cheese making, candle dipping, or your group can learn how to spin yarn Just let us know in advance which you'd prefer

(W-Br) That sounds wonderful.61 I'll check with the group taking the tour to find out which they'd like to do

Questions 62 through 64 refer to the following conversation.

(W-Am) Mr Logan, 62this is Clara Jackson calling from Moreland Insurance We saw your resume on an employment Web site and wanted to speak with you about a position that's opened up at our company We're looking for someone with an insurance background to head our customer service department

(M-Cn) That sounds interesting, 63 but I'm about to leave on a business trip Could I call you back once I get to the airport? I'll have some time before my flight, and I'd really like to learn more about the position.(W-Am) I'll be in a seminar later, so why don't you call me when you return from your trip? In the

meantime, 64I'm going to e-mail you more details about the job I think once you've had a chance to reviewthem, you'll find that this position is a great opportunity for someone with your experience

Questions 65 through 67 refer to the following conversation.

(M-Cn) Sally, 65I just finished preparing the catering order for the Kingsley Company Could you help me load the food into the delivery van?

(W-Br) You haven't heard? 66One of the vans broke down this morning, and Julia took the other one to make a delivery to the film festival in Brighton She just left five minutes ago

(M-Cn) That's not very long ago 67 I'm going to call her and ask her to come back for this order Thefood has to be there in an hour, and the Kingsley Company's right on her way to Brighton

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Questions 68 through 70 refer to the following conversation.

(W-Am) Hello, 68this is Cindy Kato from Northern Builders 69Your magazine printed an article about our company in the June issue, and I'm calling to let you know there's a mistake in it

(M-Au) I'm sorry to hear that, Ms Kato We work really hard to get all of our facts right, but occasionally,mistakes do get through Could you tell me exactly what the problem is?

(W-Am) Yes The article said that our firm recently built the sports stadium in Greensville - which is correct - but it was accompanied by a photograph of a different stadium

(M-Au) I apologize - I'm sure there was a mix-up at layout.70 I'll find the right picture, so that the magazinecan publish a correction

Questions 71 through 73 refer to the following recorded message.

(W-Br) Hello, and 71 thank you for calling Palko Incorporated, the leading delivery service in the Franklin area.72Last night's heavy rains have caused poor road conditions, so our offices are closed this morning

We will not be able to deliver any packages at this time and we apologize for any inconvenience this may cause We expect to reopen at one this afternoon, so please 73 call back then if you need to reschedule a delivery or if you have any questions

Questions 74 through 76 refer to the following recorded message.

M-Au) 74 I'm Joseph Randall, owner of the area's most popular bicycle shop.75 Randall's has always been famous for its wide selection of bicycles, offering models for riders of all ages With so many options, you're sure to find one you’ll like And 76I'm pleased to announce that now in addition to selling bikes, we also rent them out The same brands we have available for purchase are also available as rentals So stop

by Randall's to buy or rent your bike today!

Questions 77 through 79 refer to the following news report.

(W-Am)77 Last week, the highly anticipated Cabrillo West opened in Palmesa Square With 200 spacious guest rooms and an ideal location in the city center, the Cabrillo West is sure to bring more visitors to the area.78 79 The city's mayor, Anton Jensen, expects the hotel to be quite popular since it's within walking distance of many shops and restaurants In fact Mayor Jensen was the one who pushed the city council to approve the building project, in the hope that local businesses would benefit from the boost in tourism

Questions 80 through 82 refer to tfie following announcement.

(M-Cn) Attention Central Museum patrons: it is now 4:45 and 80the museum will be closing in fifteen

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minutes We hope you've enjoyed your visit today and that you’ll be back soon.81 Next month we're

starting a new program specifically for children Our staff has created special activities using the

museum's collection that help children to explore their creative abilities Details about the program are available at the information desk Again, we'll be closing in fifteen minutes As you exit, please 82don't forget to pick up your coat and any personal items you may have checked in the coatroom

Questions 83 through 85 refer to the following telephone message.

(M-Au) Hi, this is Alex from maintenance 83I got your call about the light switch in your office that isn't working 84l've left a message asking the electrician to come out and check the problem I'm not sure whether we can just replace the switch, or if more extensive wiring work will be needed 85I'll give you a status update tomorrow after I've spoken with the electrician, but it may take a couple of days to get the problem taken care of

Questions 86 through 88 refer to the following radio broadcast.

(W-Am) You're listening to Radio 103's weekly events calendar 86This Saturday, the Hunter City

Historical Society will hold its annual walking tour of historic homes.87 This year's tour will feature six houses in the Garden District designed by the famous architect, William Robillard The guided tour will start at ten and take pproximately four hours, so be sure to wear comfortable shoes! 88The event will be followed by a free presentation at the historical society by Mr Robillard's grandson, who will be

discussing a recent book that he wrote about his

Questions 89 through 91 refer to the following conference announcement.

(W-ESr) Hello everyone Before we go to lunch, I have an update about this afternoon's agenda 89, 90 Ellen Miyagi's one o'clock presentation on Internet security has been moved to accommodate the large number

of attendees The talk will now take place in the Grand Ballroom There's been a high level of interest in network security issues since it's been the subject of many national news reports recently Ms Miyagi's talk is very timely in today's business market, and we hope you'll attend We'll break for lunch now 91

Since we're on a tight schedule, please keep an eye on the time so you're not late for your next session

Questions 92 through 94 refer to the following telephone message.

(M-Cn) Hi, Ms Pinto, 92I'm calling from TGM Apparel regarding the order you placed last week Your order included a green striped sweater, 92but unfortunately, we no longer carry that particular item I've refunded the charge for the sweater back to your credit card, and 94 to compensate you for the

inconvenience, I will mail you a coupon for $10 toward your next purchase We hope you'll take another

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look at our Web site - you might be interested in one of the other sweaters we carry.

Questions 95 through 97 refer to the following talk.

(W-Am) Good morning and welcome to this orientation session for new employees My name's Marilyn Carter, and I'm the head of the human resources group 95Our first topic today is the company's payroll process — and I'm sure you're all eager to know how and when you'll be paid Paychecks are issued weekly, and 96I'm going to be handing out forms with the information we'll need to get you set up in the payroll system Make sure that you write clearly and that all the information is accurate before you give them back to me ,97One thing you should be aware of is that it takes about a week to process this

paperwork, so that means there'll be a delay before you receive your first paycheck

Questions 98 through 100 refer to the following excerpt from a meeting.

(M-Cn) Good afternoon 98I called this meeting for the entire engineering team to discuss a new product the company wants us to develop According to recent market surveys, customers would like to see an underwater digital camera in our line of products So, the company wants to produce a camera that can be used in water up to a hundred feet deep As you know, our target customer is your average amateur

photographer on a budget 99The retail price needs to be reasonable without compromising quality.100 I'd like for us all to break into small groups to start brainstorming designs Later on, we'll reconvene as a team

to go over our various ideas

TEST 03

(A) They're lifting a desk

(B) They're opening a package

(C) They're carrying a box

(D) They're walking outside

(A) Some planes are on the ground

(B) A plane is taking off from a runway.(C) Some trucks are at an intersection

(D) A truck is coming out of a garage

3 (M-Au)

(A) The man is standing next to a bench

(B) Flowers are being arranged in pots

(C) Some people are walking through a

doorway

(D) The man is handing the woman a camera

4 (M-Cn)(A) A woman is shaking hands with a man.(B) A woman is holding some sheets of paper

(C) A woman is taking notes on a board.(D) A woman is passing a briefcase to a man

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(A) He’s putting away some tools.

(B) He's trying on a pair of shoes

(C) He's adjusting his eyeglasses

(D) He's repairing a shoe

(A) Some people are riding bikes on a brick road

(B) Some bikes are leaning against a wall.(C) Some bikes are parked in a long row.(D) Some people are looking at bikes in a shop

(A) A table has been set with dishes

(B) The shelves of a bookcase are empty

(C) Some pictures have been placed on the

floor

(D) A couch has been pushed to one side of

the room

8 (W-Br)(A) Some people are entering an auditorium.(B) Some people are seated in a circle

(C) A man is distributing some books

(D) A man is addressing a small group of people

9 (M-Cn)

(A) Streetlamps are being installed in a

parking area

(B) Cars are being driven across a bridge

(C) People have gathered near a building

(D) A bridge has been closed for construction

work

10 (W-Am)(A) Recording equipment is being moved onto a stage

(B) Some women are practicing their instruments

(C) Chairs are being arranged in a classroom.(D) One of the musicians is turning a page

11 11 (M-Cn) When do you start work in the

morning?

(W-Am) (A) Yes, I do

(B) At eight o'clock

(C) She just started

12 (W-Br) Who is Mr Park meeting at the airport? (M-Au) (A) Inside the terminal

(B) They called a taxi

(C) A new client

13 (M-Cn) How much do the theater tickets cost?

(W-Br) (A) Only sixteen dollars

(B) I'm sure they're not lost

(C) There's a concert at the theater

14 (W-Am) Which of these notebooks is yours?(M-Au) (A) At the library

(B) The black one's mine

(C) Thanks, it is

15 (W-Br) Why has the train been delayed?

(M-Cn) (A) For about two hours

(B) Lay it over there

(C) They're repairing the tracks

16 (M-Au) Where's the nearest supermarket?(W-Am) (A) He asked about marketing

(B) Just down the street

(C) No, there isn't

17 (W-Br) Do you have this shirt in a different

size?

18 (M-Cn) Excuse me, can you tell me what time it is?

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(W-Am) (A) Yes, we also have it in medium.

(B) Sure, she can go

(C) No, for an exercise class

(M-Au) (A) It’s a digital clock

(B) Do one at a time

(C) A little past noon

19 (W-Am) I'm looking for the personnel files

(M-Cn) (A) They're in the top drawer

(B) I saw him arrive earlier

(C) I don't think so, personally

20 (M-Au) When will the furniture for the lobbybe

delivered?

(W-Am) (A) At the service desk

(B) Some blue chairs

(C) Probably tomorrow

21 (M-Cn) Does Ken work in the accounting or

sales

department?

(W-Br) (A) My e-mail account still works

(B) I think he's in sales

(C) He preferred the first apartment

22 (W-Am) You've operated this equipment before, haven't you?

(M-Cn) (A) Yes, many times

(B) In the training manual

(C) No, the factory

23 (W-Br) Who's been selected to lead the design

team?

(M-Au) (A) Sign here, please

(B) Will he read it?

(C) Ms Lee was chosen

24 (M-Au) Can I get you anything from the supply room? (M-Cn) (A) They've been our supplier for a while

(B) Some pencils would be nice

(C) She hasn't changed rooms

25 (M-Au) Where will you be working for the

rest of the day?

(W-Am) (A) After I go home

(B) At the district office

(C) It's a tight deadline

26 (W-Br) Can we review the budget now, or should we wait till later?

(M-Cn) (A) Let's find out when Sally can joinus

(B) Yes, that's all they've got

(C) It weighs about ten kilos

27 (M-Cn) When will the tour begin?

(W-Am) (A) A history museum

(B) He's a tour guide

(C) In about fifteen minutes

28 (M-Au) How did you find out about that movie?

(W-Br) (A) To the cinema

(B) We have a good view

(C) Marco mentioned it

29 (M-Cn) Do you need help setting up the

dining room for the banquet?

(M-Au) (A) She went to the bank

(B) Everything's ready, thanks

30 (W-Am) The workshop's been canceled, hasn't it?

(M-Cn) (A) It's about managing your time

(B) No, it's just been postponed

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(C) It's sitting on the table (C) It was a very nice shop.

31 (M-Au) How did you find out about that

movie?

(W-Br) (A) To the cinema

(B) We have a good view

(C) Marco mentioned it

32 (W-Am) Would you please fill out an application?

(M-Au) (A) Actually, I already have

(B) A job opening in the city

(C) No, mine's still full

33 (W-Br) Do you think there'll be a company

picnic this year?

(W-Am) (A) Maybe they'll be there

(B) For the last ten years

(C) Yes, they’ve asked me to organizeit

34 (M-Au) Why does Mr Tang look so worried?

(W-Br) (A) Yes, so he told me

(B) OK, I'll look it up

(C) He left his briefcase on the plane

35 (M-Cn) You have a call from Ms Kazmi on

line two

(W-Br) (A) Oh good, I've been trying to reach

her

(B) Have you checked our Web site?

(C) At least we don't have to wait to get in

36 (W-Am) What else is required to complete the loan agreement?

(M-Cn) (A) I was just about to

(B) Why'd he go alone?

(C) We don't need anything else

37 (W-Br) Are you going to write up the research

results, or would you like me to do it?

(W-Am) (A) No, I'm not wrong

(B) I don't mind doing it

(C) I'd like to reserve one

38 (M-Au) Hasn't George commented on our proposal

yet?

(W-Br) (A) He said he'd look at it today

(B) Not at this intersection

(C) What a nice compliment!

39 (W-Am) How well do you know the new head

manager?

(M-Cn) (A) He's ahead of schedule

(B) Yes, the main branch

(C) We've worked together for years

40 (M-Au) My company is looking for land to build

another factory

(W-Br) (A) Floor plans for the building

(B) I can show you some possible sites

(C) They'll be happy to lend us one

Questions 41 through 43 refer to the following conversation.

(W-Am) Hi, Carlos Do you know where I can catch the bus that goes to Sherwood Avenue? 41 I'm

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meeting a friend who lives there after work.

(M-Au) Oh, sure It's the number twelve bus, and "you can catch it right across from the office, at the corner of Elm and Hudson But why aren't you taking your car?

(W-Am) Well, it's a long story, but43 my car's air

conditioner stopped working, so I had to take it in to be fixed It won't be ready until tomorrow

Questions 44 through 46 refer to the following conversation.

(W-Br) 44 Hi I'm looking for party invitations Do you know where I can find them?

(M-Cn) They're in aisle four, next to the printer paper We have a large selection — some of them can even

be printed on your computer

(W-Br) Thanks 45 I'm organizing an office party to celebrate a coworker's retirement I wanted to send out

an announcement in the mail rather than just e-mailing everyone

(M-Cn) You might be interested in our custom design service 46 I can show you a couple of things we've done You wouldn't have to print them yourself, and you'd have a wider range of choices

Questions 47 through 49 refer to the following conversation.

(M-Au) This is Richard Griffin from Lincoln Press 47 I'd

like to check the food order I placed with your restaurant for a luncheon here next Monday

I ordered assorted sandwiches, beverages, and cookies for dessert

(W-Br) Yes, Mr Griffin, 48 I have your order right here in front of me Our restaurant's driver will deliver your lunch to the lobby of Lincoln Press headquarters by eleven-thirty that morning And, as you know, the total of 74 dollars will be due at the time of delivery

(M-Au) Yes, that's fine 49 I’ll leave the money with the receptionist at the front desk

Questions 50 through 52 refer to the following conversation.

(W-Am) Excuse me, I'd like to return this sweater It was a gift, and I don't really like the color It's from your store, but 50 I've lost the gift receipt Is it possible to get a cash refund without one?

(M-Au) No, I'm afraid you need a receipt to get cash back.51I can give you a store credit, though, so you can buy something else in our store

(W-Am) Oh, that would be fine I have some time right now, so 52 let me see if I can find another sweater Ilike

Questions 53 through 55 refer to the following conversation.

(M-Cn) Minjee, 53 something's wrong with my computer — it won't connect to the Internet, and I need to

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send some documents to our legal team in Chicago.

(W-Am) Have you tried restarting it? Sometimes that's all it takes

(M-Cn) Oh, I tried that already, but I still can't get on the Internet I'm concerned because 54 I promised to e-mail these documents in time for the meeting with our lawyers at three o'clock

(W-Am) Well, let me take a look - but in the meantime, 55 why don't you save the files onto a disk and mail them from a different computer?

e-Questions 56 through 58 refer to the following conversation.

(W-Br) Hello, my name is Melissa Stein I'm calling because I'm planning to sell my house 56 I was referred to you by a coworker You helped her sell her house a while ago, and she was very pleased with your agency

(M-Au) I'd be happy to help you with that, Ms Stein Are you ready to put the house on the market

immediately?

(W-Br) Well, 57 before I sell the house, I'm considering doing some remodeling that might increase its value Could you advise me on what would be the best improvements to make?

(M-Au) Certainly Why don't we set up a meeting at your property? 58 We can walk through the house, and

I can make a few suggestions

Questions 59 through 61 refer to the following conversation.

(M-Cn) This traffic is unusually heavy tonight Let's call Juliana and tell her 59 we'll be a little late getting

to the theater

(W-Br) Oh, we won't be able to reach her She told me she's having dinner with some of her coworkers before she meets us at the theater 60 She always turns her mobile phone off when she goes out to eat.(M-Cn) That makes sense 59 I guess we'll just see her at the theater 61 I'm glad I gave her a ticket

yesterday I'd feel terrible if she missed the beginning of the performance because we arrived a little late

Questions 62 through 64 refer to the following conversation.

(W-Am) Good morning You're listening to Cooking Tips on Radio 102 Today we're pleased to have ChefGustavo Moreno here in the studio 62 He's just written a new cookbook, Simple Dinners by Chef Moreno

Mr Moreno, tell us about your new book

(M-Cn) Thanks for having me on your show I wrote this book because I want people to understand that good cooking doesn't have to be complicated 63 My recipes are exceptionally easy to make

(W-Am) Now, I understand many of the recipes in the book come from your restaurant, which has been popular for many years

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(M-Cn) That's right 64 I own a restaurant in Madrid, and in this book I share the simple recipes that have contributed to its success.

Questions 65 through 67 refer to the following conversation.

(M-Cn) 65 We're so glad you'll be joining the institute's staff of research scientists, Dr Spencer This

laboratory on the right will be yours - here's the key It's right next to the equipment storage room

(W-Am) Thank you Does this key open the storage room, too?

(M-Cn) Actually, 66 I'll have to ask the security office to have a storage room key made for you, but I'll need a copy of your company identification card to show them 67 Do you have your card yet?

(W-Am) No, but 67 I have an appointment this afternoon to get one

Questions 68 through 70 refer to the following conversation.

(M-Au) Ms Garcia? This is Mr Hewitt from R & L

Incorporated We were very impressed by your interview last week, and 68 we'd like to offer you a sales position with us

(W-Br) I'm very flattered But, if you don't mind, 69 I'd like to take a day or two to talk it over with my family, since taking the job would require us all to relocate

(M-Au) Of course - that's fine I know it's a big decision, but I think this is a great place to live Tomorrow

70 I'll send you some additional information about our company benefits, including the policies about helping employees move And please feel free to call me if you have any questions

Questions 71 through 73 refer to the following recorded message.

(M-Au) 71 You have reached the voice mail of Dr Robert Lewis.72 I am currently attending a medical conference and will not return to my office until Monday, March fifteenth.73 My associate, Dr Satomi Mori, is available to see patients while I'm away To schedule an appointment with her, please call 555-

2021 Thank you

Questions 74 through 76 refer to the following introduction.

(W-Am) Good morning, Radio 82 listeners On today's show we'll be joined by 74 Adam Brennan, the lead singer from the rock music group Thunderbear This group, based right here in Toronto, gained a

worldwide following after the release of their debut album, Room for Two, last year And 75 next month thegroup will begin their first European tour Mr Brennan will be joining us shortly to talk about the

upcoming tour Until then, 76 let's listen to one of the hit songs from the group's album

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Questions 77 through 79 refer to the following talk.

(W-Br) Our meeting today is about updating the image of 77 Margate kitchen appliances Consumers have

a lot of confidence in our stoves and refrigerators, and we've done a great job making Margate a familiar name But now senior management has asked us to develop a marketing campaign that emphasizes the modern look of our latest appliances.78 Next week we'll need to present our plans for the new campaign to the executive team, so today 79 I'd like all of us to begin coming up with ideas for promoting our

contemporary-looking product line

Questions 80 through 82 refer to the following announcement.

(M-Au) May I have your attention, please? There has been a room change for one of 80 this afternoon's management training sessions 81 More people registered for the workshop Creating Spreadsheets than expected, so that training session has been moved to Conference Room A, which is a larger room No other changes are anticipated at this time, but be sure to check for updates throughout the afternoon 82

We'll post any schedule changes on the boards outside of the meeting rooms

Questions 83 through 85 refer to the following telephone message.

(M-Cn) Hi, Ms Patel, it's Matthew Schwartz from Green Grounds I just wanted 83 to confirm the

landscaping details for the office park you manage As we discussed, 84 we'll be planting 70 new trees and bushes throughout the property We'll also put in a large flower garden in the courtyard You mentioned that you might want us to do some additional work near the pond If you could call me and explain what you'd like to have done there, 85 I can prepare a final price estimate for you We look forward to working with you on this project

Questions 86 through 88 refer to the following introduction.

(W-Br) And finally this evening, on behalf of the Organization of Film Musicians, I’m delighted to

announce the winner of the lifetime achievement award This award goes to 86 Rebecca Langhorn, one of our most exceptional composers of music for films 97 I met Rebecca on her very first project, when we collaborated on the soundtrack for the movie A Year in Denmark Since then, Rebecca has gone on to compose music for more than 50 other movies, and her music has become familiar to audiences

worldwide 88 We now have a short video of movie clips for you, highlighting some of Rebecca's known pieces

best-Questions 89 through 91 refer to the following radio announcement.

(W-Am) Hello, XPA radio listeners This is Meg Williams, with news of events around the local area This

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weekend, 89 the Hartman Medical Clinic is hosting a health and wellness fair There will be activities for the whole family — including cooking demonstrations and children's games — plus lots of information about diet and exercise And doctors from the clinic will be offering eye examinations 90 They've reduced the cost for the eye exams, so this is a good time to have your vision checked 91 You'll need an

appointment, though If you're interested, be sure to visit the Hartman Web site, at www.Hartman.com, to sign up

Questions 92 through 94 refer to the following announcement.

(M-Au) Welcome aboard Parkwood Transit Line B This train runs from Parkwood to Wellington, with several stops in between Unfortunately, 92 because of repairs on the Wellington bridge, trains are running more slowly than usual We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause Be advised that 93 if you are headed for the International Airport, you should get off the train at Wellington and switch to Line C, wherethe Airport Express train will be waiting 94At this time, we request that all passengers have their tickets ready for inspection, as the conductor will be coming through in just a few minutes

Questions 95 through 97 refer to the following news report.

(W-Br) In other business news, 95 AgroDrive Incorporated, one of the leading manufacturers of

agricultural machinery, announced today that 96 it will release a new line of fuel-efficient tractors early next year The new tractors' engines will consume about twenty-five percent less fuel than the older

models The company's leadership says that this decision reflects 97 their corporate philosophy of minimizing environmental impact and conserving natural resources

Questions 98 through 100 refer to the following excerpt from a meeting.

(M-Cn) Before we end the meeting, 98 I have some news involving the recent changes in the company's security policy for visitors After they check in at the security desk, visitors are now required to wait in thelobby for an employee to escort them wherever they need to go in the building We want our visitors to be

as comfortable as possible while they wait, so we've decided

to expand the seating area in the lobby 99 A construction crew will begin renovations next week.100 We won't be able to use the main entrance during the construction period, so please use the rear doors to the building The work should only take a few days, and things will be back to normal quickly

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(B) The men are getting up from their chairs.

(C) The men are looking at a computer

screen

(D) The men are moving some furniture

(B) A woman is pointing to a document.(C) A woman is closing a binder

(D) A woman is drawing in a notebook

3 (W-Br)

(A) People are shopping in a grocery store

(B) People are seated at tables

(C) People are watching a performance

(D) People are walking on a crowded street

4 (M-Au)(A) She's stacking chairs near the door.(B) She's operating a machine

(C) She's entering an office

(D) She's placing files in a cabinet

(A) Some men are packing their suitcases

(B) Some men are touring a factory

(C) Some men are waiting near a vehicle

(D) Some men are storing luggage above their

seats

6 (M-Cn)(A) Shelves have been stocked with books.(B) Boxes are being set on the floor

(C) A woman is stepping onto a ladder.(D) A woman is posting a sign

(A) A train is going through a tunnel

(B) A train station is being renovated

(C) There is a railing beside the train track

(D) The doors of the train are closing

8 (M-Au)(A) A man is paying at the cash register.(B) Drinks are lined up in a display case.(C) Dishes are being cleared from the counter

(D) Diners are ordering food at a restaurant

(B) They're tying a boat to the dock

(C) They're fishing from the side of a boat.(D) They're folding up a tent

11 (M-Cn) When's your appointment?

(W-Br) (A) Room 310

(B) On Friday

(C) That's a good point

12 (W-Am) Where should I put the paper for thecomputer?

(M-Au) (A) Four boxes

(B) Next to the printer

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(C) Yesterday's newspaper.

13 (M-Cn) Are you going to Italy for your

vacation?

(W-Br) (A) Yes, she's on holiday

(B) For a telephone call

(C) No, I'm going to Spain this year

14 (M-Au) Who's retiring next month?

(W-Am) (A) No, we're not tired

(B) I believe Caroline is

(C) It's due in four weeks

15 (W-Am) Can you take notes at tomorrow's

meeting?

(M-Cn) (A) How did you meet him?

(B) I didn't notice

(C) I'll be happy to

16 (W-Br) Don't you want to take your raincoat with

you?

(M-Au) (A) Of course I'll be there

(B) She'll want to take a picture

(C) No I shouldn't need it

17 (W-Am) Which paint color did you choose for

the

waiting room?

(M-Cn) (A) He didn't see the memo

(B) A shade of pale green

(C) I don't mind waiting

18 (M-Au) Why is Felipe sitting in the lobby?(W-Br) (A) He's meeting me there

(B) I'd rather stand

(C) At ten o'clock

19 (M-Cn) I sent the catering order to you on

Tuesday

(W-Am) (A) I don't think we've received it

(B) They're not in order

(C) Around the corner

20 (W-Br) Can you find your seat, or would you like me to show you where it is?

(M-Au) (A) Thanks, but I can find my way.(B) Those are only for display

(C) On the front page

21 (M-Cn) Why don’t we lower the prices on our

sweaters?

(W-Br) (A) That discount store in town

(B) How many would you like?

(C) That should help our sales

22 (M-Au) Can you attend the employee orientation at three?

(W-Br) (A) That’s the train station

(B) Yes, but I’ll be a little late

(C) It appears on the third page

23 (W-Br) Where are you holding the staff

meeting?

(W-Am) (A) Because our deadline's changed

(B) Yes, I've seen it

(C) In the conference room

24 (M-Cn) When does the promotional offer begin?

(M-Au) (A) For large orders

(B) It starts next week

(C) She’s the assistant editor

25 (W-Br) You’ll be paid at the end of each

assignment

26 (W-Am) Should I get a ladder so we can hang

up these signs?

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(W-Am) (A) I did enjoy the play.

(B) He’s assigned to this office

(C) That’s good to know

(M-Cn) (A) Sure, there's one in the stockroom

(B) Please sign here

(C) She'll call us later

27 (W-Br) Why doesn't the bus to the city park

ever arrive on time?

(M-Cn) (A) Until the next one

(B) No, you can't park here

(C) It's frustrating, isn't it?

28 (M-Au) How much does this briefcase cost?(W-Br) (A) Let me check for you

(B) No, it's actually fairly long

(C) It's about two hours to the coast

29 (W-Am) What was the article about?

(M-Au) (A) I didn't read it

(B) No, not recently

(C) That's about it

30 (M-Cn) Jeff was reimbursed for his trip, wasn't he?

(W-Am) (A) Yes, I had a lovely trip

(B) I processed his forms this morning.(C) He's always well prepared

31 (M-Au) Could you drive Mr Kim to the

airport?

(M-Cn) (A) Joe can give him the report

(B) What time does he have to leave?

(C) A different route

32 (W-Br) Didn't you want to write the project summary?

(W-Am) (A) No, you should turn left

(B) I remember that writer

(C) I did, but I could use your help

33 (M-Cn) Are you leaving for lunch now, or do

you have time to look over some paperwork?

(W-Am) (A) I'll look for it over here

(B) I'm free until one-thirty

(C) Yes, he's at lunch

34 (W-Br) Who's the new supervisor at the factory?

(M-Cn) (A) Oh, have they hired someone?(B) That's an interesting fact

(C) You're a wonderful adviser

35 (W-Am) Did that new book get a good

review?

(M-Au) (A) No, I haven't booked my flight

(B) Yes, a few of us

(C) The one I saw was pretty favorable

36 (W-Am) I'll need the complete inventory by five today

(W-Br) (A) No, I only have two

(B) That shouldn't be a problem

(C) I've finished reading that story

37 (M-Au) Why did one of the engineers resign

from the McMaster project?

(M-Cn) (A) Is the engine running?

(B) They wanted him to relocate

(C) It's an impressive design

38 (M-Au) How did the committee select the finalists for the prize?

(W-Am) (A) We evaluated their research.(B) By the end of the week

(C) Yes, that's the price

39 (M-Cn) You wanted these charts copied, 40 (W-Br) Didn't anyone remember to water the

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didn't you?

(M-Au) (A) And then they should be rcfiled

(B) I'll pour the coffee

(C) At the top of the chart

plants in the office?

(M-Au) (A) I'm already a member

(B) No, I'm not thirsty

(C) It doesn't appear so

Questions 41 through 43 refer to the following conversation.

(M-Au) You know, 41 Mary's retiring at the end of the month, so 42we're going to have to hire a new office assistant fairly quickly Have you advertised the position yet?

(W-Br) Yes In fact, I've already received a lot of resumes, and there are quite a few qualified applicants.(M-Au) That's great 43 If we can get someone before Mary leaves, she can train the new assistant

Questions 44 through 46 refer to the following conversation.

(W-Am) Hello 44 I'm considering buying a digital camera, and I'm looking for a good camera to travel with I wonder if I could see this one?

(M-Au) Of course This is our model LV 200 Our customers have been quite happy with it And 45it comes with our usual three-year warranty, too, which covers repair or replacement

(W-Am) That sounds good — but, 46if I'm traveling overseas and I have a problem, will the warranty be accepted?

(M-Au) Oh, that shouldn't be a problem at all We have stores in over twenty countries, and they're all authorized to honor the terms of the warranty

Questions 47 through 49 refer to the following conversation.

(M-Cn) 47I just saw some signs at the supermarket for the annual town fair I see it's going to be held at Thompson Park this year

(W-Am) | guess 48 the fair's grown so popular that it had to be moved to a new location Wykoff Field just isn't big enough to hold everyone who wants to attend

(M-Cn) That makes sense Last year it was so crowded 49The parking area was completely full when I gotthere, so I had to park in a spot on the street almost a mile away

Questions 50 through 52 refer to the following conversation.

(W-Br) Donald, can you help me? We received a shipment of keyboards today, and 50I have to install them

on all of the office computers

(M-Cn) I'm sorry, Ms Taylor, but I have my history class on Thursdays, so I'm about to leave work

(W-Br) Oh, that's right And Sanjiv is conducting an employee training session all afternoon

(M-Cn) 51 52 If you can wait until tomorrow, I can help you first thing in the morning I'll be in the office by

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Questions 53 through 55 refer to the following conversation.

(M-Au) Hi, this is Brandon Fletcher 53 I'm calling for Ms Choi I submitted a marketing proposal to her last month, and she asked me to call her at ten today to discuss it

(W-Am) I'm sorry, but 54 Ms Choi left for a last-minute business trip this morning But I can reschedule your phone conference for another time Are you available next Thursday at eleven?

(M-Au) Yes, I'm free then 55Should I call the same extension to speak with Ms Choi?

(W-Am) Actually, you can dial extension 343 That'll connect you directly to Ms Choi

Questions 56 through 58 refer to the following conversation.

(M-Cn) Sarah, some new clients are visiting on Thursday, so 56I'd like to take them out for dinner But since I've just moved here, I'm not really familiar with the local restaurants Can you recommend one?(W-Br) Well, 57I usually take my clients to Sinclair's in the Water Street Hotel downtown It's a little far from the office, but the food's wonderful If you want something closer, there's also a good Italian

restaurant just a short walk from here on Broad Street

(M-Cn) Sinclair's sounds good, and I'm sure we can get a taxi there on Thursday 58Let me call the

restaurant now and see if I can get a reservation If that doesn't work out, I'll try the Italian place

Questions 59 through 61 refer to the following conversation.

(W-Am) Hello, Hiroshi, this is Carla from the finance department 59 I'm calling about the extra funding you requested for promotional merchandise to hand out at the trade show Unfortunately, your request wasdenied

(M-Au) Oh, that's too bad I thought it would be good publicity to hand out gifts with the company name

on them Can you tell me why the request was turned down?

(W-Am) Well, as you may know, 60sales have been low, so the company just doesn't have the extra

resources for promotional materials right now Hopefully, that'll change next year

(M-Au) OK, 61 I'll have to think of a different way to promote our products and still stay within the

budget

Questions 62 through 64 refer to the following conversation.

(W-Br) Hi, 62 I'm calling about the office space for rent on Garrison Street I saw an advertisement posted outside the building Is it still available?

(M-Cn) Yes, it is The previous tenants were three lawyers, so it's currently set up as three offices and a

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large waiting area with a receptionist's desk.

(W-Br) Oh, 63that sounds like more space than I need I really only want one office for myself I've been running an event-planning business from my home, but now I have so many clients that I need a little more room

(M-Cn) Well, you wouldn't want to pay for more space than you need 62 I'm the agent for other properties

as well 64Why don't I send you a list of available office spaces along with their prices? Then you can get back to me if you're interested in any of them

Questions 65 through 67 refer to the following conversation.

(M-Au) Hello, 66 I submitted an invoice recently for an article I wrote for your magazine 65 I'm calling to find out when I'll receive payment

(W-Br) Well, it depends on when we received the invoice Could I please have your name — and I'll check

in the computer to see where your invoice is in the billing system

(M-Au) My name's Tom Kennedy, and I wrote an article for the travel section of the magazine

(W-Br) Oh dear! 67 My computer just stopped working It might take a few minutes to restart it 67 Let me call you back as soon as I have the information about when your payment will be processed

Questions 68 through 70 refer to the following conversation.

(W-Am) Excuse me I'm planning to purchase some floor tiles from your store But I need to hire someone

to install the flooring, and 68 I'm wondering if your store has a list of contractors you'd recommend for home improvement projects

(M-Cn) I'm afraid we don't have a list like that But 69 I can give you the address of a Web site with

information about contractors in the area Last year I hired an electrician to make some repairs in my home, and I used that Web site

(W-Am) That sounds like a good idea, but how do you know if the person does reliable work?

(M-Cn) Well, 70 there's a place on the Web site for previous customers to write reviews I chose my

electrician because other customers had recommended him, and I was very pleased with the work he did

Questions 71 through 73 refer to the following recorded message.

(M-Cn)71 Thank you for calling Metropolitan Gas and Electric Company At this time we're busy helping other customers If you have questions about a bill that you have received, 72 you can call our 24-hour account center at 800-555-0174 Be sure to have your account number available If there is a problem withyour gas or electric service, 73 please press 7 now You will be connected to a customer service agent

Questions 74 through 76 refer to the following announcement.

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(W-Br) Good evening, and thank you for attending this special performance.74 We're currently

experiencing problems with our sound equipment, but75 we expect to begin the concert within the next halfhour In the meantime, please stop by the merchandise table in the main lobby You can purchase CDs by tonight's artists as well as other items And,76 if you're thirsty, we're offering complimentary bottles of water to all audience members Visit the food stands located near the exits to receive yours now Thank you for your patience The show will begin as soon as possible

Questions 77 through 79 refer to the following announcement.

(M-Au) Attention,77 manufacturing staff As you know, we’re expanding our popular line of glass display cases 78 Our newest model will be larger in size than any of our existing cases But before we start making

it, we’ll have to modify our equipment to handle the larger panes of glass While the technicians are doing this on Monday morning,79 you'll be helping to take inventory in the warehouse This will allow us to get ahead start on our annual inventory count

Questions 80 through 82 refer to the following telephone message.

(W-Am) Hello, this is Natasha Klein.80 I had dinner at your restaurant last night, and I think I left my mobile phone there I was sitting in a booth at the back of the dining room, and my purse was on the seat.81

The phone must have fallen out when I took out my credit card to pay for dinner 82Could you please call and let me know if the phone's been found? If so, I could stop by this afternoon to pick it up You can reach me at my work number — 555-0196 Thank you

Questions 83 through 85 refer to the following announcement.

(W-Br) Attention, shoppers Come to the bookstore's cafe in fifteen minutes to meet 83office productivity expert, Robert Bellman Mr Bellman will share tips from his new book, Organize and Be Productive 84

He'll present strategies for uncluttering your desk, creating a filing system, and making your workspace more efficient

85Afterwards, he'll sign copies of his book, which are available for purchase by the cash registers

Questions 86 through 88 refer to the following radio broadcast.

(M-Cn) Now an important reminder for Radio WNB listeners 86Work starts tomorrow to repair the City Expressway in the Smithton area The expressway will be closed to traffic between the Lake Street and Park Avenue exits, 87so commuters who usually travel that way must take alternate routes to work

Because work will continue over the weekend, the closing will also affect those driving to the outdoor art show in the park this weekend Repair work should be completed in two weeks 88You can check the

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progress of the project on the transportation department's Web site at www.cityworks.gov And now, this week's weather outlook.

Questions 89 through 91 refer to the following talk.

(W-Br) Good morning and welcome to the first day of our personal finance workshop 89I'm honored to introduce Eugene Summers 90 Eugene is a financial planner at Metro Center Bank, and has eighteen years

of experience in helping people like you put their money to work Today, he will talk about investment products to help you plan for your future But, before he begins, there's been a slight change to our

schedule: 91 lunch will be served in the Parker Building at twelve-thirty rather than at one o'clock And now, please join me in welcoming Eugene Summers

Questions 92 through 94 refer to the following radio advertisement.

(W-Am) 92 Do you want access to the best healthy food products on the market? Do you want to choose from the largest variety of fresh fruits and vegetables? 92 Well, we can help At the Walton Harvest Market,

we carry the biggest selection of organic foods in the area And, 93during the month of March, we're

offering 20 percent off the cost of all dairy products in the store Don't miss out on this special promotion!

If you're looking for diet advice, why don't you schedule an appointment with our store's nutrition

counselor, Maria Sanchez? Maria will help you develop a custom meal plan to suit your needs, and

provide you with recipes and cooking tips 94Call 555-0199 today to set up your individual consultation

Questions 95 through 97 refer to the following talk.

(M-Au) I know 95it's unusual to have such a large group of job applicants meet at the same time But since we're hiring several new people who'll likely be working on the same team, we've decided to use a

different process to select our future advertising staff Before 95we interview you, 96 we'll be splitting you into groups to develop an advertising campaign for a product we assign to you We know that you won't have a lot of time — we really just want to see what you can produce, and how you work with others 97

Your group and product assignments are in the folders that I'll distribute now

Questions 98 through 100 refer to the following talk.

(M-Cn) Thank you for coming to this afternoon's press conference We're happy to announce that

98Meadowbrook Hospital has completed the first phase of a 50-million-dollar expansion project

99We've doubled the number of our patient rooms, which means that we're now equipped to provide

medical care to significantly more people But our work is only half completed Construction is already underway on a state-of-the-art medical training facility, the second phase of our expansion project 100

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When that facility opens next year, we'll be able to offer cutting-edge training programs for all types of medical professionals.

TEST 05

(A) The man's holding a wallet

(B) The man's painting a picture

(C) The man's brushing his hair

(D) The man's sweeping with a broom

2 (M-Cn)(A) The woman's picking up a bag

(B) The woman's carrying some flowers.(C) The woman's throwing something away.(D) The woman's sitting outdoors

3 (W-Br)

(A) The men are passing a plate of food

(B) The men are washing some dishes

(C) The men are exchanging money

(D) The men are cooking dinner

(A) Artwork is being taken off the wall.(B) A plant has fallen over on the floor.(C) A rug is lying in front of the door

(D) A package has been set in the hallway

(A) They're entering separate offices

(B) They're examining papers on a table

(C) The woman's hung her jacket on a chair

(D) The man's watching a presentation on a

screen

6 (M-Cn)(A) Some hikers are climbing a hill

(B) A railing is being installed

(C) Some people are purchasing shirts

(D) Vendors are displaying their merchandise

7 (W-Br)

(A) Some tents are being assembled

(B) The chairs are shaded by umbrellas

(C) Tourists are relaxing on the beach

(D) Towels have been spread out on the sand

8 (M-Au)(A) Some performers are on a stage

(B) An audience is seated in rows

(C) Tickets are being collected

(D) People are exiting a theater

(A) The man is removing his coat

(B) The man is pushing a gate open

(C) A suitcase has been left on the floor

(D) A cart has been loaded with luggage

10 (M-Cn)(A) Spectators have gathered along the street.(B) A sporting event is taking place in a stadium

(C) The road has been blocked by some tires.(D) Riders are getting on their bicycles

11 (W-Br) How will you get to the hotel from

(M-Cn) (A) He can be there

(B) Sure, I'll do it now

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(C) She left yesterday (C) In fact, that's true.

13 (M-Au) Who was in your office this morning?

(M-Cn) (A) In the other building

(B) I have time tomorrow

15 (M-Am) Why did she call the library?

(W-Am) (A) Next to the magazines

(B) No, I didn't

(C) To reserve a book

16 (M-Cn) That's a clothing store, isn't it?(W-Br) (A) Yes, it opened last month

(B) Look in the storage closet

(C) I've worn it before

17 (W-Am) How long have you worked at the

university?

(M-Cn) (A) It doesn't take that long

(B) Since last spring

(C) It's a ten-minute walk

18 (W-Br) Who's leading the orientation?(M-Au) (A) He read it recently

(B) The human resources team

(C) Some training manuals

19 (M-Cn) When will construction be finished?

(M-Au) (A) Because of delays

(B) Yes, the room's furnished

(C) Sometime in July

20 (W-Am) Are you free to join me for breakfast?

(W-Br) (A) I joined it last year

(B) No, it's not free

(C) Sorry, but I’m late for work

21 (M-Cn) How many computers will your

laboratory

need?

(W-Br) (A) Probably around fifty

(B) Every other week

(C) The keyboards were included

22 (M-Au) Would you like to see the assembly line?

(M-Cn) (A) About twenty feet

(B) Mostly electronics

(C) That would be interesting

23 (W-Am) The lights will be replaced, won’t

they?

(M-Cn) (A) A lighter workload

(B) The supply cabinet

(C) Yes, I'll take care of it

24 (M-Au) When will the financial consultants arrive in Tokyo?

(W-Am) (A) Five of them, I think

(B) At the end of the month

(C) By express train

25 (W-Br) What’s the new vice-president going

to talk about?

(M-Cn) (A) The goals for our department

(B) Is that a new project?

(C) Please consider it

26 (M-Au) Don't you have a doctor's appointment?

(W-Br) (A) I understand the main points.(B) Sara has the document

(C) Not until this afternoon

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27 (M-Cn) Did you attend the research

presentation?

(W-Am) (A) No, I've been out of town

(B) I didn't bring a gift

(C) Can I have your attention, please?

28 (W-Br) Does this factory produce a variety ofcar types or just one?

(M-Au) (A) I drove my own car

(B) We make a lot of different models here.(C) Seven factories worldwide

29 (M-Cn) We have to order four projectors

(W-Am) (A) We should buy them online

(B) No, at three o'clock

(C) Yes, I sold her one

30 (W-Br) Do you want to try one of our desserts?

(M-Au) (A) I'll try to make it

(B) No, but I'd like some tea

(C) A party of two

31 (W-Am) I have six copies of the report

(M-Au) (A) Not that many

(B) In today's mail

(C) Could you file them?

32 (M-Cn) Why's the showroom floor being rearranged?

(W-Am) (A) I'll arrange transportation

(B) To display the new merchandise

(C) It's on the sixth floor

33 (W-Br) You're going to Miami on Friday,

aren't you?

(M-Cn) (A) On several occasions

(B) A bus ticket

(C) It's not confirmed yet

34 (M-Au) Oakville Manufacturing is building afacility in Brazil

(W-Br) (A) She's on a business trip

(B) I just heard about that

(C) The grand opening celebration

35 (M-Cn) Have you been to the new fitness

center?

(M-Au) (A) Not immediately

(B) Well, that one doesn't fit

(C) I didn’t know it was open

36 (W-Am) Where can I get some shipping labels?

(W-Br) (A) I saw some in the mail room.(B) Yes, an overnight delivery

(C) He doesn't live there

37 (M-Au) What do you suggest I do with the

contract?

(W-Am) (A) That conference is in Shanghai

(B) Has the client signed it?

(C) From the printing company

38 (W-Br) Should we go straight to the trade show or stop at the hotel first?

(W-Am) (A) Right at the second light

(B) I can show them to you

(C) Whatever you prefer

39 (M-Au) Haven't we chosen a firm to design

our Web site?

(M-Cn) (A) We're still reviewing proposals

(B) No, I picked it up

(C) At www.parkelectronics.com

40 (W-Br) The board is about to announce a newchair

(W-Am) (A) No, they haven't yet

(B) Do you know who it will be?

(C) No, not boring at all

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Questions 41 through 43 refer to the following conversation.

(W-Am) 41 Hi, this is Michelle Yamamoto from Premier Auto I'm calling for John O'Malley

(M-Au) He just stepped out of the office for a few minutes Would you like to leave a message?

(W-Am) Yes 41-42 Could you let him know we've almost finished repairing his car and it'll be ready by fouro'clock?

(M-Au) OK I'll be sure to give him the message 43May I have your phone number in case he wants to callyou back?

Questions 44 through 46 refer to the following conversation.

(M-Au) 44 Here's your receipt, Ms Peters I hope you've enjoyed your stay at the Redbum Hotel Is there anything else we can do for you?

(W-Br) Well,45I have a flight later this evening, but I'd like to see some of the city's attractions before I go Could I leave my luggage here at the hotel?

(M-Au) Of course 46 Just write down your room number and name on this identification tag

We'll put it on your luggage so we'll know it's yours when you come back for it

Questions 47 through 49 refer to the following conversation.

(W-Am) Hi, 47,48 this is Laura Ivanov from apartment 2B I was just wondering if it would be possible to get a copy of my lease? I've misplaced mine, and I want to look over the heating agreement

(M-Cn) Sure, I can make you another copy Our offices are open until five if you want to come in today (W-Am) I have to work late tonight But44 I'm sure I can stop by tomorrow before five

(M-Cn) That sounds fine I'll have a copy of your lease ready first thing in the morning

Questions 50 through 52 refer to the following conversation.

(M-Au) 50Good morning, Stokes Furniture Gallery

How can I help you?

(W-Br) 51I'm calling about the bookcases I saw advertised in last Sunday's newspaper The one that was advertised has three shelves; 51 I'm calling to find out whether that bookcase comes in any other sizes.(M-Au) Yes, in fact, there's also a taller one with four shelves, but we only have one of those in stock rightnow

(W-Br) Oh, that's perfect 52 Could you please put it on hold for me? I can be at your store in about twenty minutes

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Questions 53 through 55 refer to the following

conversation

(M-Cn) Hi, Daniela I'm hoping you can give me some advice 54I've heard that last year you organized theemployee-appreciation dinner for your department Well, 53I've been asked to plan an awards dinner for our department this year Could you recommend a good place to have it?

(W-Am) Sure We held our dinner at the Tillman Inn Their rates are very affordable for corporate events

55They also have a special discount for groups with 25 people or more I would definitely recommend them

(M-Cn) That sounds great There are 40 people in my department, so even if some people don't come, we should be able to get that discount

Questions 56 through 58 refer to the following conversation.

(W-Br) Mohan, 56did you receive the memo about the office renovations?

(M-Cn) Yes, won't it be nice to get some new carpet and have the walls repainted?

(W-Br) Do you know when they'll get to our floor?

57There was no work schedule attached to the memo I have important meetings scheduled for two days next week

(M-Cn) 58If | were you, I'd reserve one of the conference rooms on another floor just in case they're

working in our area those days

Questions 59 through 61 refer to the following conversation.

(M-Au) I really like this restaurant, but 59 it's very hard to talk here — it's always so crowded and noisy.(W-Am) Yes, but60 the service makes up for it — one of the waiters told me that they're all graduates of a professional training program

(M-Au) And it is nice that the restaurant's only a block away from the movie theater.61 Speaking of which, the movie starts in 20 minutes We should go ahead and pay

Questions 62 through 64 refer to the following conversation.

(W-Br) Hi, Pablo I see you won't be in the office next week; are you going on holiday?

(M-Au) Yes, 62 I'm leaving on Monday to spend a week in Buenos Aires with my parents I haven't seen them in a long time, so I'm really looking forward to the trip

(W-Br) Will you have enough time to prepare the opening speech for the shareholders' meeting?

63Remember, the meeting is two days after you get back If you're too busy, I can ask Tom to do it

(M-Au) Don't worry — I'll be ready 64I plan to finish writing it before I leave work tomorrow

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Questions 65 through 67 refer to the following conversation.

(M-Cn) Hi, 65 I'm looking for an exhibit that I read about in a newspaper article — the Marie Morris paintings?

(W-Br) That collection is only here for three weeks, so it's in the special exhibits area on the second floor, just past the gift shop You'll need a ticket for it

(M-Cn) Oh, 66 I bought one online last week It says I should enter between two and three o'clock

(W-Br) Yes,67 you can only enter the exhibit at the time shown on your ticket It's one forty-five right now,

so you'll just have to wait fifteen more minutes

Questions 68 through 70 refer to the following conversation.

(W-Am) I just heard there's going to be a delay with the computers we're supposed to ship out on

Wednesday What's the problem?

(M-Au) Well, 68one of the conveyor belts broke down and it's taken us almost a day to get it fixed But,

69I'm going to go ahead and schedule some people to work overtime I think we ll be able to get the order shipped on Thursday instead

(W-Am) OK, if you do that — and if we use a faster shipping method — it won't matter to the customer that 70we're sending it out on Thursday They'll still get it next Monday as promised

Questions 71 through 73 refer to the following telephone message.

(M-Cn) Hi, this is Paul Tanaka,71 I'm calling because I've just received my credit card statement, and I noticed a charge from your store for 95 dollars.72 I bought a pair of black dress shoes at your store when I was in town last month on a business trip,71 but they only cost 65 dollars If necessary,73I can mail you a copy of the receipt for the shoes so that you can correct the charge on my account Please call me at 555-

0194 to let me know what I should do

Questions 74 through 76 refer to the following radio broadcast.

(M-Au) This is Jeff Johnson at Radio 2SY, Sydney's number-one music and information station.74 And now, the latest news on the weather It will continue to be extremely hot and humid today and air quality remains poor Because of these unhealthy conditions,75 medical professionals recommend that everyone stay inside as much as possible until this heat wave breaks I'll have another weather update in an hour.76

Next up is Marc Hernandez, who will be reviewing the movies opening this weekend

Questions 77 through 79 refer to the following announcement.

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(W-Am)77 Attention customers: 78 Benny's Grocery Mart will be closing in fifteen minutes Please finish your food shopping and pay at one of the registers located at the front of the store.78 Again, we'll be

closing in fifteen minutes Benny's will reopen tomorrow morning at seven for your shopping

convenience And, 79 this Sunday, stop by our Taste of Spring event sponsored by Hanover Coffee

Company.79 Hanover representatives will be in the store giving away free samples of their newest coffee flavors We hope to see you there!

Questions 80 through 82 refer to the following telephone message.

(M-Au) Hi, this is Keith We're supposed to meet at your office on Thursday at two o'clock to discuss the Grandison project But I just realized that I have a meeting with the lead contractor for that project at one

80 We're meeting at the construction site which means that I won't be able to get back to your office by two

81Could you come to the construction site instead? That way, 82we can still meet at two, and I can show you how the project is coming along

Questions 83 through 85 refer to the following talk.

(W-Am) 83Today we're going to visit the town of Cedarton 84We'll be starting in the oldest part of town The area was once residential, but now it's the town's commercial district You'll have the morning to look

at the historic buildings and do some shopping Then, 85after lunch, we'll head over to Cedarton

University As you're strolling around the campus, don't be surprised if you feel like you've been there before Because it's so beautiful, this campus has been used as the setting for a number of famous movies

Questions 86 through 88 refer to the following introduction.

(W-Br) I'd like to thank everyone for attending this workshop today My name's Valerie Fairchild, and in this session 86 we'll be talking about how to become an effective public speaker In just a few minutes I'll

be leading you through a series of activities designed to build your confidence in front of large groups.87

But, I see that we seem to be short on chairs Please find a seat quickly so we see how many more chairs

we need — then 88 I'll contact the head of maintenance about having more brought into the room

Questions 89 through 91 refer to the following announcement.

(M-Au) Good morning, everyone I have an announcement before you begin your shift First, I want to thank all of you for your hard work filling that last-minute order for the Winslow Company 89The quality and efficiency of our work have been rewarded with a new, larger contract from Winslow In order to meetthe production demands of the new contract, 90we'll be installing a second production line this week The new equipment should also improve our overall efficiency And,91 starting next Monday, we'll be

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