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test_101 | W: Would you like to go to the cinema with me,Mike?
M: I'd love to,but I have to sce the doctor. I'm afraid I have caught a cold. | What is Mike going to do? | [
"(A) Go home.",
"(B) Go to the cinema.",
"(C) See the doctor."
] | (C) See the doctor. |
test_102 | W: Help me decide on which type of hotel room to book.
M: I want the one with a bed.
W: Very funny. We have a choice of different views, and each one is a different price. For instance, a room with a city view is 175 a night.
M: 175 a night?! That's highway robbery!
W: If you think that's too steep, there are a few... | What does the man think of the rent price of the hotel? | [
"(A) Ridiculous.",
"(B) Just so-so.",
"(C) Reasonable."
] | (A) Ridiculous. |
test_103 | W: I'm free this afternoon. Shall we go see a film?
M: Ok. But I won't go unless there's a film about war.
W: I'm afraid there's none. Then how about the theater?
M: Well, most plays are badly written, though they are Very cheap.
W: Let's go to a concert. You like music very much, don't you?
M: Yes, but light musi... | What kind of music does the man like best? | [
"(A) Not mentioned.",
"(B) Any music.",
"(C) Light music."
] | (C) Light music. |
test_104 | W: Did you go out yesterday evening?
M: Yes, we went to the Tianjin sports center to watch a women volleyball game between Tianjin and US. The US team was led by Lang Ping, the former coach of the Chinese national team.
W: How was the game?
M: It's very exciting, we enjoyed it very much, but we missed the first 30 m... | What teams were in the game? | [
"(A) The Tianjin team and the Chinese national team.",
"(B) The Tianjin team and the US team.",
"(C) The US team and the Chinese national team."
] | (B) The Tianjin team and the US team. |
test_105 | W: The people next door to us are making so much noise. I can't read this book.
M: Why don't you go to the library. It's much quieter there. | What does Tom mean? | [
"(A) He wants to stop the noise.",
"(B) He suggests that the woman shouldn't read.",
"(C) He suggests that the woman go to the library."
] | (C) He suggests that the woman go to the library. |
test_106 | W: New City Railway Station.
M: Good evening, could you tell me the time of the last train to London, please?
W: Last train to London? 8:35 pm, change at Goldberg.
M: Thank you very much. | What time does the last train leave for London? | [
"(A) At 8:35 am.",
"(B) At 7:25 pm.",
"(C) At 8:35 pm."
] | (C) At 8:35 pm. |
test_107 | M: Do you know the recipe of my chicken dish? Vegetable, oil, onion, ginger, wine, salt, soy sauce, chili sauce, vinegar, pepper and chicken.
W: Sounds wonderful. I'll try it. | What cooking ingredients are not mentioned in the recipe? | [
"(A) Sugar.",
"(B) Soy sauce.",
"(C) Ginger."
] | (A) Sugar. |
test_108 | Father: Mikey. Time for bed [Why?] Why? It's getting dark out. Well, do you want to talk before you go to bed? [Yeah] Uh, what do you want to talk about?
Boy: Um, the zoo.
Father: The zoo? Oh, that was so fun when we went to the zoo. What did you like best about the zoo?
Boy: Um, the porcupines.
Father: They were b... | What did the elephant do at the zoo? | [
"(A) The elephant tossed dirt at the people.",
"(B) The elephant sprayed water at the children.",
"(C) The elephant kicked dirty food in their direction."
] | (A) The elephant tossed dirt at the people. |
test_109 | M: I'd like to see you off, Jane, but I can't get to the airport until five o'clock.
W: I'm afraid I'll have left by then. My plane takes off at 4:30.
M: What a pity! You're going straight to Washington, aren't you?
W: No, I'm staying with my sister in New York. She isn't there at the moment but she'll have arrived ... | Where is Jane going? | [
"(A) She is going straight to Washington.",
"(B) She is going to New York then to Washington.",
"(C) She is going straight to New York."
] | (B) She is going to New York then to Washington. |
test_110 | M: Have you had enough money to buy your ticket?
W: Oh, yes, I've got enough money. | Do you think the girl got her ticket? | [
"(A) No, she didn't.",
"(B) It's hard to say.",
"(C) Yes, she did."
] | (C) Yes, she did. |
test_111 | W: Good morning. What can I do for you?
M: I'd like a ticket to London, please.
W: Round trip?
M: No, one-way.
W: OK. That'll be twenty-two pounds.
M: Twenty-two? Last time I took this bus, it was only twenty.
W: I know. The rate went up this month.
M: Just like everything else. Does the bus still leave at two f... | How does the man go to London? | [
"(A) By bus.",
"(B) By train.",
"(C) By plane."
] | (A) By bus. |
test_112 | M: Hi. Mary. I haven't seen you for a long time. How are you?
W: Fine, thanks, and you?
M: I'm fine, too, thanks. How is your job in the factory?
W: I changed my job two months ago.
M: Oh, did you? What do you do now?
W: I'm working as a secretary in a company.
M: Oh, good! Do you like your new job?
W: Yes, I li... | Where did Mary use to work? | [
"(A) In a factory.",
"(B) In a company.",
"(C) In a law firm."
] | (A) In a factory. |
test_113 | W: What is it like outside today?
M: It's clear and sunny but cold.
W: I'd better wear my heavy jacket.
M: That's a good idea. | What will the woman wear? | [
"(A) Her coat.",
"(B) Her dresses.",
"(C) Her jacket."
] | (C) Her jacket. |
test_114 | W: Why don't you get up early in the morning?
M: It's nice to get up in the morning, but it's nicer to lie in bed. | What does the man mean? | [
"(A) He prefers to stay in bed in the morning.",
"(B) He thinks it is unnecessary to get up in the morning.",
"(C) He always gets up early in the morning."
] | (A) He prefers to stay in bed in the morning. |
test_115 | W: Good morning, Plaza Hotel. Can I help you?
M: Hello, I'm just checking the room rates. How much are the single rooms, please?
W: Well, sir, the singles are now from 180 to 240 dollars.
M: And the doubles?
W: The double rooms are now 270 to 330 dollars.
M: That includes tax, I suppose.
W: No. But the price does... | What is included in the price? | [
"(A) Breakfast.",
"(B) Tax.",
"(C) Service charge."
] | (A) Breakfast. |
test_116 | W: How did you like the dinner just now?
M: It was quite delicious, but the beef was a bit well done. | How did the man like the beef? | [
"(A) Satisfying.",
"(B) Delicious.",
"(C) Not satisfying."
] | (C) Not satisfying. |
test_117 | W: How soon do I have to leave my room?
M: Normally it's by 12 at noon on the day you leave.
W: Well, you see, my plane doesn't go till half past five tomorrow afternoon.
M: I see. Which room is it, madam?
W: Room 577, my name is Browning.
M: Ah, yes, Mrs Browning. You may keep your room then till 2 pm, if you wis... | What does the man suggest the woman should do? | [
"(A) Leave at 5:30.",
"(B) Leave some time earlier.",
"(C) Keep her room clean."
] | (B) Leave some time earlier. |
test_118 | W: Hi, John! Long time no see.
M: Julia! It must be over two years. The last time we met was at Kate's birthday party, wasn't it?
W: Oh, yes. That's right. How is life with you?
M: Not too bad. You're getting a little fat. Your husband must be feeding you too much.
W: Yeah. He enjoys cooking and the dishes he cooks... | What does the man suggest the woman do? | [
"(A) Eat less and do more exercise.",
"(B) Change her job.",
"(C) Stop working and spend more time with her family."
] | (B) Change her job. |
test_119 | W: What sort of hours do you work, Steve?
M: Well, I have to work very long hours, about eleven hours a day.
W: What time do you start?
M: I work 9 to 3, then I start again at 5:30 and work until 11, six days a week. So I have to work very unsocial hours.
W: And do you have to work at the weekend?
M: Oh, yes, that... | Where did Steve get his first job after graduation? | [
"(A) At a laundry.",
"(B) In a hospital.",
"(C) In a hotel."
] | (C) In a hotel. |
test_120 | W: John sent you a present yesterday?
M: I got one from Jack, but not from John. | Whom did the man get a present from? | [
"(A) Jack.",
"(B) The woman.",
"(C) John."
] | (A) Jack. |
test_121 | M: Could you suggest some ways to bring family members closer together?
W: Well, I feel it is very important for families to have regular meals together. One of my good childhood memories was dinner with my parents and two sisters. Because my husband and I both worked and our three children were busy with their studie... | How often did the family finally decide to have meals together? | [
"(A) Three times a week.",
"(B) Every Sunday.",
"(C) Twice a week."
] | (C) Twice a week. |
test_122 | Florist: Hi. May I help you?
Customer: Yeah. Um. You see, I need some flowers for my wife, and uh, and, you know, I ...
Florist: Let ... Let me guess. You forget your anniversary, and you're trying to make things up, right?
Customer: Oh. Yeah, is it that obvious?
Florist: Well, yeah. We see men like you all the tim... | Why does the man panic when seeing his wife outside the store? | [
"(A) Her finding him in the flower shop will spoil the surprise.",
"(B) His wife will think he is buying the flowers for someone else.",
"(C) She will realize that he spaced their important day."
] | (C) She will realize that he spaced their important day. |
test_123 | Teacher: Hi. Welcome to Parent-Teacher Conference.
Parent: Thanks.
Teacher: So, what is your child's name?
Parent: It's Megan Jones.
Teacher: Megan. Uh, let's see. Oh yeah, Megan. Um, she missed the last couple of days. Has she been sick?
Parent: No, she's been having some problems with the other kids in your clas... | The girl's mother is planning on __________________ to resolve the problem. | [
"(A) contacting the local police",
"(B) discussing the issue with a lawyer",
"(C) meeting with the school principal"
] | (C) meeting with the school principal |
test_124 | M: Hi, Mary. Haven't seen you for ages!
W: Hi, Mr. Jones. Yes, it has been such a long time since we met!
M: Have you made up your mind to take up business as a career?
W: Yes. Actually, I've already started. I began my studies at the beginning of this term.
M: Very glad to hear it. Then what are you going to do wh... | What does the woman mean by saying "But I have to suffer now"? | [
"(A) I must put my whole heart into my study from now on.",
"(B) But I want to give it up now.",
"(C) I can't deal with so many troubles now."
] | (A) I must put my whole heart into my study from now on. |
test_125 | W: Why did you sell the car?
M: It was giving me too much trouble. I was spending so much money on it that I was... er... spending more money than it was worth. Unfortunately, of course. When you actually sell the car, you've already spent the money on it, so you lose both ways.
W: What was wrong with your old car?
... | What did the man do about his old car? | [
"(A) He repaired the engine.",
"(B) He sold it.",
"(C) He gave it to his friend as a present."
] | (B) He sold it. |
test_126 | W: You're not looking very cheerful. What's the matter with you?
M: Oh, nothing special. I'm just thinking a lot.
W: About the job?
M: About everything, about catching the same train every morning, sitting in the same office all day, watching the same television programs....
W: You need a holiday.
M: It wasn't alw... | What does the man show towards his older generations? | [
"(A) Love.",
"(B) Envy.",
"(C) Hate."
] | (B) Envy. |
test_127 | W: Chris,I would like to know, what kind of food you eat in Belgium.
M: We have our fish, our meat, our wines, our fruit ...
W: I mean what is popular about Belgian food?
M: Well, it's a bit different in Belgium as I think it is here in New York. We really enjoy the tables. We don't go out for dinner that often but ... | What may people there do after a big dinner? | [
"(A) They eat less in the following days.",
"(B) They take exercise to keep fit.",
"(C) They eat as much as usual."
] | (A) They eat less in the following days. |
test_128 | M: I like the book Sounder very much
W: So do I. | What does the woman think of the book? | [
"(A) She doesn't like it.",
"(B) She is interested in it.",
"(C) She doesn't know it."
] | (B) She is interested in it. |
test_129 | M: What's wrong with Tony?
W: His dog died this morning. He's been sitting by himself for a very long time and is still crying in his room.
M: Don't worry. I'll buy him another one soon. | What is true about the conversation? | [
"(A) The man will buy a dog soon.",
"(B) The woman's dog is dead.",
"(C) Tony is playing in his room with his dog."
] | (A) The man will buy a dog soon. |
test_130 | M: Would you like something to eat?
W: To tell the truth, I'm starving. | What does the woman mean? | [
"(A) She is very hungry.",
"(B) She couldn't tell him the truth.",
"(C) She is not hungry."
] | (A) She is very hungry. |
test_131 | M: If I were you, I'd live in the city instead of going to work by train.
W: But the country is so beautiful in spring and fall. | Where does the woman prefer to live? | [
"(A) In the country.",
"(B) Near the station.",
"(C) In the city."
] | (A) In the country. |
test_132 | M: Miss Dermott, let me ask you straight away. Do you think, within a few years, many people could work at home instead of working in offices?
W: Oh, yes. It's happening now. You see, the communication industry has made such progress in the last ten years. | What has made working at home possible? | [
"(A) Communication industry.",
"(B) Personal computers.",
"(C) Living far from companies."
] | (A) Communication industry. |
test_133 | W: Excuse me, I received this electric toothbrush as a gift, and I'd like to return it as I already have one.
M: Sorry, you can only exchange it for something else of equal value. | What's probably the man? | [
"(A) a shop assistant",
"(B) an electrician",
"(C) a dentist"
] | (A) a shop assistant |
test_134 | Customs Officer: Next. Uh, your passport please.
Woman: Okay.
Customs Officer: Uh, what is the purpose of your visit?
Woman: I'm here to attend a teaching convention for the first part of my trip, and then I plan on touring the capital for a few days.
Customs Officer: And where will you be staying?
Woman: I'll be ... | Where will the woman stay during her trip? | [
"(A) at a hotel",
"(B) at a university dormitory",
"(C) at a friend's home"
] | (A) at a hotel |
test_135 | W: Do you think you can give me a lift to the station?
M: I'm terribly sorry, I can't. I have to be at work by 8:30. I can call you a taxi, though. | What is the woman doing? | [
"(A) Asking for information.",
"(B) Asking for help.",
"(C) Asking for an apology."
] | (B) Asking for help. |
test_136 | W: Chris, remember at 11:00 this morning you have to call your grandparents. And at 12:00, can you take Fiona to the swimming pool in my car? She's meeting a friend there.
M: OK. I wanted to watch some TV but it can wait.
W: Can you get some stamps too? The post office closes at 1:00, but you'll be there at 12:30 if ... | What does the woman ask the man to do at the garage? | [
"(A) Wash her car.",
"(B) Pick Fiona up.",
"(C) Repair her car."
] | (A) Wash her car. |
test_137 | W: Frank, do you hear that strange noise?
M: Yes, I have noticed it for a while. It seems to be coming from the motor.
W: What shall we do?
M: I don't know. Perhaps if we slow it down we can stop at the next park place and check what is the matter.
W: OK, Let's do it.
M: Oh, it is burning hot, We have run out of w... | Where is the noise coming from? | [
"(A) The car.",
"(B) The motor.",
"(C) The motorbike."
] | (B) The motor. |
test_138 | Husband: Happy Anniversary!
Wife: Oh, thank you. They're beautiful. You shouldn't have ... especially since our anniversary was last week.
Husband: What? Oh, I completely forgot ...
Wife: Again?
Husband: No Way. I can't believe it.
Wife: Neither can I, but you did.
Husband: Ah, how can I make it up to you ... aga... | Why does the woman want more clothing? | [
"(A) She needs smaller sizes because she has lost weight.",
"(B) She wants more comfortable clothing for the winter.",
"(C) She is tired of wearing old, used clothing."
] | (C) She is tired of wearing old, used clothing. |
test_139 | M: What's the matter with you, madam?
W: I have a headache. And I felt confused and cold.
M: You probably have caught a cold. Let me check your pulse and lake your temperature. Oh, you de have a high fever.
W: Is it serious?
M: Take it easy. Here is the prescription and get some medicine, you will be better soon.
... | What did the man say about going on a diet? | [
"(A) It's necessary for the woman to go on a diet.",
"(B) The woman must not eat anything.",
"(C) There is no need for the woman to go on a diet."
] | (C) There is no need for the woman to go on a diet. |
test_140 | Tom: Hi. I don't think we've met. My name's Tom.
Jenny: Hi, Tom. Nice to meet you. My name is Juanita, but everybody calls me Jenny.
Tom: Nice to meet you, Jenny. So, where are you from?
Jenny: Well, originally I'm from Argentina, but we moved to the United States when I was about five years old. My parents now live... | What is the man studying? | [
"(A) biology",
"(B) psychology",
"(C) physics"
] | (B) psychology |
test_141 | W: Hello, Mr. Summerfield. How are you today?
M: Very well. Thank you, Ms. Green.
W: What can I do for you?
M: Well, unfortunately, there is a problem with the order we received from you yesterday. It seems we haven't seen the right quantity of manuals to support the telephone system.
W: Oh, dear, that's bad news. ... | What does the man think of the solution? | [
"(A) Ideal.",
"(B) Partial.",
"(C) Temporary."
] | (A) Ideal. |
test_142 | W: English Language Center. How can I help you?
M: Yes, I'm calling to find out more information about your program. For example, what kind of courses do you offer?
W: Well, first of all, the purpose of our program is to provide language learning opportunities for this area's community, whether a student's goal is to... | Who wants to attend a US university? | [
"(A) A daughter of the man's friend.",
"(B) The man's friend.",
"(C) The man's daughter."
] | (A) A daughter of the man's friend. |
test_143 | W: I thought your eyesight was excellent even in the dark. Why don't you rum on the light?
M: I don't know where the switch is. | Why doesn't the man turn on the light? | [
"(A) His eyesight is not so good.",
"(B) The man doesn't want to.",
"(C) He can't find the switch."
] | (C) He can't find the switch. |
test_144 | M: Shall we run around the park or go for a bike ride?
M: It makes no difference to me. They are both good activities. | What does the man say about the activities? | [
"(A) It doesn't matter which one they do.",
"(B) They aren't very good because they're so different.",
"(C) He thinks they should do both."
] | (A) It doesn't matter which one they do. |
test_145 | M: I don't have a good camera. How am I going to take nice pictures of the butterflies? They are so colorful. I want to get in really close so everyone can see the details.
W: Our photography lab loans cameras to all students enrolled in my class. Don't worry. Just show your student ID and they will give you one.
M: ... | What will the man probably do next? | [
"(A) Buy his own equipment.",
"(B) Borrow a camera.",
"(C) Give the woman $500."
] | (A) Buy his own equipment. |
test_146 | M: I don't like the book very much.
W: Neither do I. | What does the woman mean? | [
"(A) She doesn't know the book.",
"(B) She likes the book very much.",
"(C) She agrees with the man."
] | (C) She agrees with the man. |
test_147 | M: I want a single room with a bath, what's the rate?
W: It's 25 a day. Your room number is 213. It is on the second floor. Here is your key. | What's the woman's job? | [
"(A) She is a waitress.",
"(B) She is a hotel clerk.",
"(C) She is a saleswoman."
] | (B) She is a hotel clerk. |
test_148 | M: I can't believe you got such great seats to this baseball game!
W: I'm glad you like them.
M: We are right by home plate. I can see everything perfectly.
W: I almost got seats by first base, but I thought you would like these more. | Where are the speakers sitting? | [
"(A) By first base.",
"(B) By second base.",
"(C) By home plate."
] | (C) By home plate. |
test_149 | Jason: Berry, you're just back from Rio de Janeiro?
Berry: Yeah.
Jason: What was it like?
Berry: Well, the first day in Rio was quite a shock for us. Here it was a lot of fat middle-aged Europeans and Americans exercising along the beach, sunbathing, walking with their walkmans. It's a big contrast to the thousands ... | Berry was shocked in Rio because ______. | [
"(A) there was a contrast between the rich and poor",
"(B) people worked very hard while on vacation",
"(C) travelers spent their time sleeping rather than sightseeing"
] | (A) there was a contrast between the rich and poor |
test_150 | W: What is so special about tomorrow?
M: Tomorrow is October 24th, United Nations Day.
W: Why is October 24th United Nations Day?
M: That's the date in 1945 when the United Nations began.
W: How does your school celebrate United Nations Day?
M: The UN Day celebration includes the songs and dances of different coun... | What is the date today? | [
"(A) October 23rd.",
"(B) October 22nd.",
"(C) October 24th."
] | (A) October 23rd. |
test_151 | M: How much is the rent?
W: It's $150 a month unfurnished or $200 a month furnished. Utilities are $25 extra. | How much will it cost the man to rent an unfurnished apartment including utilities? | [
"(A) $175.",
"(B) $200.",
"(C) $150."
] | (A) $175. |
test_152 | M: Excuse me, Miss? Did anyone happen to turn in a new handbag? You know, it's a birthday gift for my wife.
W: Let me see. Oh, we've got quite a lot of women's bags here. Can you give me more detailed information, such as its color, the size and the trademark? | Where does this conversation most probably take place? | [
"(A) At an exhibition.",
"(B) At a \"Lost and Found\".",
"(C) At a trade fair."
] | (B) At a "Lost and Found". |
test_153 | W: Could you lend me a pen? Mine has just run out of ink.
M: I'm afraid I don't have an extra one. Would a pencil do? | How did the man respond to the woman's request? | [
"(A) He lent her his extra pen.",
"(B) He offered her a pencil.",
"(C) He was afraid of losing his pen."
] | (B) He offered her a pencil. |
test_154 | W: Good morning. Can I help you?
M: Yes, please. I would like to know about the courses at this evening school.
W: Is that a summer course you're interested in?
M: Yes.
W: Well, we have short full-time courses during the summer.
M: Mm-mm, I would like to know how long one course lasts.
W: Yes. Each course lasts t... | How long is one course? | [
"(A) Three weeks.",
"(B) Twenty-three weeks.",
"(C) Fourteen weeks."
] | (A) Three weeks. |
test_155 | W: So what's the matter with you then?
M: Oh, nothing. I'm just a bit led up really.
W: Why's that? I thought you were pleased about the new job and going to London.
M: I am, I am. It's just that I've bean here for so long in this town and it's hard to think of anywhere else as home. You know the worst thing will be... | When is Tim leaving? | [
"(A) Next month.",
"(B) Tomorrow evening.",
"(C) Next week."
] | (B) Tomorrow evening. |
test_156 | W: Hey Taxi! Ah... Thanks for stopping.
M: Where are you going?
W: Well, I'm going to the National Museum of History, and...
M: Sure. No problem.
W: Uh. Excuse me. How long does it take to get there?
M: Well, that all depends on the traffic, but it shouldn't take more than 30 minutes.
W: Oh, by the way, do you kn... | How does the man describe the restaurant? | [
"(A) The service is terrible.",
"(B) It's a bit expensive.",
"(C) It's very expensive."
] | (B) It's a bit expensive. |
test_157 | W: I've been reading about a new snack food. It's made from fish. Have you heard anything about it?
M: No. I haven't, but I don't like fish very much anyway.
W: Not to worry. Although it's made primarily from fish, it actually doesn't have a fishy taste. In fact, it can be flavored with tomato, cheese, or chocolate f... | Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the conversation to flavor the new product with? | [
"(A) Cheese.",
"(B) Tomato.",
"(C) Fish."
] | (C) Fish. |
test_158 | M: Hi, is that Sara?
W: Speaking.
M: This is Tom. Sorry to bother you at supper time.
W: Not at all.
M: My little girl Maria has a high fever. We're taking her to hospital in a short time.
W: I'm sorry to hear that. Is there anything I can do for you?
M: Do you mind taking care of my son Ken? We can't take him al... | What is the woman doing at the moment? | [
"(A) Having supper.",
"(B) Going to hospital.",
"(C) Playing games."
] | (A) Having supper. |
test_159 | Randall: Hello. Today I'm interviewing Joshua on his experiences going to a Japanese school. Now Joshua, what time do you go to school?
Joshua: Eight O'clock.
Randall: Eight O'clock. And do you go by yourself, or on a school bus?
Joshua: No, I have a group that goes with me.
Randall: So you go with a group?
Joshua... | Where does Joshua eat lunch at school? | [
"(A) in the gymnasium",
"(B) in his classroom",
"(C) in the lunchroom"
] | (B) in his classroom |
test_160 | M: How did you go to Canada, Jane? Did you fly?
W: I was planning to, because it's such a long trip by bus or by train, but Fred decided to drive and invited me to join him. It took us two days and one night. | What can we infer from the conversation? | [
"(A) Fred persuaded Jane to change her mind.",
"(B) Fred usually flies to Canada with Jane.",
"(C) Fred is planning a trip to Canada."
] | (A) Fred persuaded Jane to change her mind. |
test_161 | Diane: Good morning, Diane Davies. Can I help you?
Gavin: Yes, I'd like to get some insurance for the contents of my home.
Diane: Fine. When did you move into the house?
Gavin: A couple of weeks ago, and it's an apartment actually. I was told by the landlord that it would be a good idea to get some insurance for the... | How much is the fridge? | [
"(A) $460",
"(B) $445",
"(C) $450"
] | (C) $450 |
test_162 | M: You experimented with a lot of musical styles. What's next?
W: It's hard to say where I'm going next, because my next record isn't finished.
M: You used to go to acting classes before you got into music. Did you ever consider becoming an actress?
W: That's what I wanted to do initially. I left school and joined a... | What does Beth Orton want to do in the next year or so? | [
"(A) Try some strange musical instruments",
"(B) Learn how to play the violin",
"(C) Improve her skills in playing the drums"
] | (B) Learn how to play the violin |
test_163 | Carl: Hey, Sis. Are you interested in buying some used books for school? You can really save some money that way.
Ashley: Well, what do you have?
Carl: Well, let's see. I have a science book called, Today's World, and I'm selling it for thirty dollars.
Ashley: Thirty? That's a little expensive for a beat-up book lik... | Why does the man want to study cooking? | [
"(A) He wants to learn to cook because he lives on his own.",
"(B) He wants to major in hotel management in the future.",
"(C) He has a friend who's taking the same class."
] | (C) He has a friend who's taking the same class. |
test_164 | M: We work very hard in our factory.
W: So you get up early every day?
M: Well, I live near the factory, so I get up at about 6:30.
W: Do you have breakfast?
M: Yes, I have some bread, and a cup of tea. Sometimes I have an egg or two.
W: And what time do you begin to work?
M: I begin to work at 7:30, and have lun... | When does he get up? | [
"(A) At about 6:30.",
"(B) At about 7:30.",
"(C) At about 6:11."
] | (A) At about 6:30. |
test_165 | Waiter: Hi. Welcome to Heavenly Pies. May I take your order?
Man: Uh ... yes. I'd like the chicken fried steak.
Waiter: Okay. Would you like fries, bread, or rice with your meal?
Man: Umm. I'll take the rice?
Waiter: Would you care for anything to drink?
Man: Yeah. I'll take a medium orange juice.
Waiter: I'm sor... | Why is the restaurant not serving pies today? | [
"(A) The restaurant has decided to only sell ice cream.",
"(B) The oven is broken and hasn't been repaired.",
"(C) The baker was hurt at work and can't prepare them."
] | (C) The baker was hurt at work and can't prepare them. |
test_166 | M: Hi, Ann. How's your new flat working out?
W: Well, that's what I'm telling you about. You see. I've decided to look for a new place.
M: Why? I thought you liked it.
W: Oh, I do, but the distance is just killing me. Do you think you could help?
M: OK. So, what kind of place are you looking for?
W: Well, I'd like... | How is the man going to help the woman? | [
"(A) To visit a flat building himself.",
"(B) To seek a flat in the school.",
"(C) To share his own flat with her."
] | (A) To visit a flat building himself. |
test_167 | W: Dad, I'd like a pair of Adidas tennis shoes.
M: Adidas? They're expensive. They're for the Chicago Bulls.
W: No, all the guys as well as girls are wearing Adidas.
M: But none of us ever had Adidas and we used to play quite well. | What does the man think about Adidas shoes? | [
"(A) They don't live up to their fame at all.",
"(B) They don't help sports players at all.",
"(C) They may be comfortable but are too expensive."
] | (C) They may be comfortable but are too expensive. |
test_168 | M: Would you like to come out for a drink?
F: Yes, that would be wonderful. Thanks. | What will the woman do? | [
"(A) Take a walk with the man.",
"(B) Have a drink with the man.",
"(C) Hold a party at home."
] | (B) Have a drink with the man. |
test_169 | W: Could you give me some advice about the design of the new advertisement?
M: I'd be happy to, but I really have to get this report done. Maybe Alan has some free time.
W: That's right! And he has some background in advertising.
M: I just saw him come back from his lunch break. Now would be a good time to catch him... | Why can't the man help the woman? | [
"(A) He isn't happy.",
"(B) He is having a break.",
"(C) He is quite busy."
] | (C) He is quite busy. |
test_170 | Sarah: Hello. English Language Center.
Jacob: Hello. Sarah? This is Jacob.
Sarah: Jacob? Jacob? Hi. You sound terrible. How are you doing?
Jacob: Oh, I have a bad cold, and I threw up three times this morning.
Sarah: Yuck. That sounds aweful.
Jacob: Oh, yeah. Could I take today off? I think if I rest today, I'll b... | In what way is the man sick? | [
"(A) He has a terrible cold.",
"(B) He has a high fever.",
"(C) He has a bad backache."
] | (A) He has a terrible cold. |
test_171 | W: Dr Thomas? This is Keet Bradley from Daily News. I'd like to ask you some questions about the new official standard weight that you purchased.
M: I'd be happy to help you. What would you like to know?
W: First of all, how was the standard weight used?
M: Well, the people in our department use it to check the scal... | What is the conversation mainly about? | [
"(A) The value of precious metals.",
"(B) How to care for precious metals.",
"(C) A standard unit for measuring weight."
] | (C) A standard unit for measuring weight. |
test_172 | W: We're planning a trip to Hainan Island this winter vacation. Want to join us?
M: I'd love to, but I'll be working full-time in a restaurant. | What will the man do during the winter holidays? | [
"(A) Work in a restaurant.",
"(B) Travel around Hainan Island.",
"(C) Look for a full-time job."
] | (A) Work in a restaurant. |
test_173 | Jan: Hi, Steve!
Steve: Hi, Jan. I'm planning to go to London by train. Do you want to come with me?
Jan: But it'd be cheaper by bus.
Steve: I've got a student travel card. You can get cheap train tickets with it.
Jan: That sounds good. How much does it cost?
Steve: A card for six months is sixteen pounds. Jan: So ... | Where are the photos much cheaper? | [
"(A) In a photographer's studio.",
"(B) In the library.",
"(C) In the post office."
] | (A) In a photographer's studio. |
test_174 | W: I don't have to go shopping by car now. The shopping center is within walking distance.
M: Well, you're lucky. I still go by car. The nearest store I can go to is about two miles away. | How does the man probably go shopping? | [
"(A) By bike.",
"(B) By car.",
"(C) On foot."
] | (B) By car. |
test_175 | W: Are you doing anything tonight?
M: Nothing special. Watching TV, I suppose. There is a football match.
W: What about going to the cinema for a change?
M: Good idea! | What are they going to do tonight? | [
"(A) To see a film.",
"(B) To watch TV.",
"(C) To play football."
] | (A) To see a film. |
test_176 | W: Hi, Mike! Now that the midterms are over, some of us are planning to go boating this weekend. You want to come along?
M: Sounds great, but I've never done it before.
W: Oh, come on! None of the others have either except me. And this is our last chance to take a break before finals.
M: Yeah, what shall I have to b... | What's the main reason the woman calls the man? | [
"(A) She invites him to go boating.",
"(B) She wants to borrow his car.",
"(C) She needs him to have her car repaired."
] | (A) She invites him to go boating. |
test_177 | M: When I say I live in Sweden, people always want to know about the seasons.
W: The seasons?
M: Yeah, you know how cold it is in winter? What is it like when the days are so short?
W: So what is it like?
M: Well, it is cold, very cold in winter. Sometimes it is cold as 26 degrees below centigrade. And of course wh... | What do we learn about the man from the conversation? | [
"(A) He likes Sweden better than England.",
"(B) He is an English living in Sweden.",
"(C) He prefers hot weather to cold weather."
] | (C) He prefers hot weather to cold weather. |
test_178 | W: Good morning, Campus Evening News. Can I help you?
M: Yes, I'd like to place an ad. I want my ad to say, "I-phone for sale. Apple 2010. Call 87310653 after 7:30 p. m." | Why is the man calling the campus newspaper office? | [
"(A) Because he wants to advertise a sale.",
"(B) Because he wants to contribute an article to the newspaper.",
"(C) Because he wants to buy an I-phone."
] | (A) Because he wants to advertise a sale. |
test_179 | W: Can I help you, madam?
M: Yes, I want a story book. | What does the man want to have? | [
"(A) A piece of paper.",
"(B) A story-book.",
"(C) An English book."
] | (B) A story-book. |
test_180 | M: Who's that girl,Linda? Is she a new students?
W: Yes, she is Betty. She will sit with Maria. | The new student is ______. | [
"(A) Linda",
"(B) Betty",
"(C) Maria"
] | (B) Betty |
test_181 | W: I'm so sorry sir, and you'll let me pay to have your jacket cleaned, won't you?
M: That's all right. It could happen to anyone, and I'm sure that coffee doesn't leave lasting marks on clothing. | What can we infer from the conversation? | [
"(A) The man misunderstood the woman's apology.",
"(B) The woman offered to pay for the man's coffee.",
"(C) The woman spilt coffee on the man's jacket."
] | (C) The woman spilt coffee on the man's jacket. |
test_182 | W: Is your mother feeling any better these days?
M: Much better. She should be back home in a few days.
W: That sounds like the operation was successful?
M: Yeah, and the doctors say she will recover soon.
W: That's wonderful. When will you be back on your job?
M: I think I need at least one more week to take care... | What happened to the man's mother? | [
"(A) She is too old to walk.",
"(B) She had an operation.",
"(C) She has just recovered."
] | (B) She had an operation. |
test_183 | W: I read the instructions, but I'm still not sure how to use my cell phone.
M: Actually, it's pretty easy. First of all, don't forget to turn it on.
W: Got it!
M: Then dial the number. And remember to press the "send" button.
W: That's all?
M: Pretty much. Just make sure to recharge the batteries every few weeks.... | What is the conversation mainly about? | [
"(A) How to pay the phone hill.",
"(B) How to read the instructions.",
"(C) How to use the cell phone."
] | (C) How to use the cell phone. |
test_184 | W: The walls in your room were dull and lifeless, so I covered them with these prints.
M: Oh, I like this one. Where did you buy it?
W: At the Museum of Modern Art in New York. The Art History Department recently organized a special museum tour there.
M: Is this a copy of something in the museum collection?
W: Yes,... | Where does this conversation most probably take place? | [
"(A) At the woman's home.",
"(B) At the man's home.",
"(C) At a museum of art."
] | (B) At the man's home. |
test_185 | W: When you write a novel, do you know where you're going, Dr. James?
M: Yes, you must, really, if you're writing the classical detective story, because it must be so carefully plotted and so carefully clued. I have schemes. I have charts. I have diagrams. It doesn't mean to say I always get it right, but I do plan be... | What is the key to write a good classical detective story according to the man? | [
"(A) Unique descriptive skills.",
"(B) Good knowledge of readers' tastes.",
"(C) Careful plotting and clueing."
] | (C) Careful plotting and clueing. |
test_186 | W: Good morning. I'm here to see Mr. Adison.
M: Mr. Adison went to Washington last Monday for a conference and he will be back on Thursday night. If you like, you may come again on Friday morning? | When will Mr. Adison return? | [
"(A) On Friday morning.",
"(B) On Monday night.",
"(C) On Thursday night."
] | (C) On Thursday night. |
test_187 | W: You're not looking very cheerful. What's the matter with you?
M: Oh, nothing special. I'm just thinking a lot.
W: About the job?
M: About everything, about catching the same train every morning, sitting in the same office all day, watching the same television programs....
W: You need a holiday.
M: It wasn't alw... | How does the man feel? | [
"(A) Dissatisfied.",
"(B) Tired.",
"(C) Unwell."
] | (A) Dissatisfied. |
test_188 | W: John, can I talk to you about my work some time?
M: Sure. How about Saturday afternoon? | What will happen? | [
"(A) They will have a talk.",
"(B) John will be away.",
"(C) The woman will go out."
] | (A) They will have a talk. |
test_189 | Man: So, what do you want to do tomorrow?
Woman: Well, let's look at this city guide here. [Okay] Uh, here's something interesting. [Oh!]Why don't we first visit the art museum in the morning?
Man: Okay. I like that idea. And where do you want to eat lunch?
Woman: How about going to an Indian restaurant? [Humm] The ... | What kind of restaurant do they want to visit for lunch? | [
"(A) Indonesian",
"(B) Indian",
"(C) Italian"
] | (B) Indian |
test_190 | W: Good morning! Colly Chemicals. How can I help you?
M: Good morning! I'd like to speak to Mr. Brown, please.
W: I'm sorry he is not in at the moment. Can I take a message?
M: OK. My name is Tom Morton. That's M-O-R-T-O-N. I'm phoning from Everbrite Travel about Mr. Brown's trip to Austrialia. He's booked on Flight... | Where will Mr. Brown go? | [
"(A) Sydney.",
"(B) Austria.",
"(C) Everbrite."
] | (A) Sydney. |
test_191 | M: Maths department, Doctor Webster speaking.
W: Hello, Professor Webster, this is Janet Wang calling. I'm living two doors down from your teaching assistant, Ken Williams. Ken asked me to call you because he has lost his voice and can't talk to you himself.
M: Lost his voice? Oh, what a shame! Is there anything I ca... | What favor does Ken want someone to do for him? | [
"(A) Put a notice on the classroom door.",
"(B) Mark the latest homework.",
"(C) Return some exam papers to his students."
] | (C) Return some exam papers to his students. |
test_192 | W: Sir, I'm hurrying to Chicago, but I can't see the timetable clearly.
M: I'll read it for you. The 9:10 a.m. train to Chicago, the 9:40 a. m. one to Boston... Oh, madam, it's 9:20 now. | What do we know about the woman? | [
"(A) She has missed the train.",
"(B) She can catch the train in time.",
"(C) She should buy the ticket now."
] | (A) She has missed the train. |
test_193 | W: Must we work out the problem?
M: No, you needn't. Tomorrow will do. | When must they work out the problems? | [
"(A) Tomorrow.",
"(B) Next week.",
"(C) Now."
] | (A) Tomorrow. |
test_194 | M: I've got two more classes today. I'll call you after classes.
W: Cool! I have to go to the gym out of school anyway, so let's just meet at the biggest movie theater of our city.
M: That sounds perfect. See you again later! | Where does the conversation take place? | [
"(A) At a movie theater.",
"(B) At the gym.",
"(C) At school."
] | (C) At school. |
test_195 | W: Shall I take your coat?
M: Thank you.
W: Would you like something to drink before you order your meal, sir?
M: Yes, please. Can I see the wine list?
W: Certainly. | What is the woman most probably? | [
"(A) A clerk.",
"(B) A librarian.",
"(C) A waitress."
] | (C) A waitress. |
test_196 | M: Jane, I missed Prof. White class yesterday. Could you tell me the homework he assigned us?
W: Don't worry, Prof. White was ill and he postponed the lesson to next Monday. | What do we learn from the conversation? | [
"(A) A new course will begin next Monday.",
"(B) The professor didn't give the lesson.",
"(C) The student miss their professor very much."
] | (B) The professor didn't give the lesson. |
test_197 | W: Happy birthday, Dell. This is for you.
M: Thank you very much, Linda. | What special day is it today? | [
"(A) It's Dell's birthday.",
"(B) It's Christmas Day.",
"(C) It's New Year's Day."
] | (A) It's Dell's birthday. |
test_198 | M: Do you know Professor Johnson's brother?
W: I've never met him, but I've heard that he is as well-known as Johnson herself. | What do we learn from the woman's reply? | [
"(A) She has not heard of Prof. Johnson's brother.",
"(B) She is a good friend of Prof. Johnson's brother.",
"(C) She does not know Prof. Johnson's brother."
] | (C) She does not know Prof. Johnson's brother. |
test_199 | Carl: Hi. My name's Carl. Nice to meet you.
Pancho: Nice to meet you, too. My name is Francisco.
Carl: What?
Pancho: Francisco, but all my friends and family back in Peru call me Pancho.
Carl: Okay, Pancho. So, tell me about your family?
Pancho: Well, I have seven brothers and six sisters.
Carl: Wow. That is a bi... | Which thing does Pancho NOT say? | [
"(A) His mom sells food like eggs and sugar.",
"(B) His brothers and sisters help his mom.",
"(C) His mother enjoys her job very much."
] | (C) His mother enjoys her job very much. |
test_200 | W: Excuse me, did you say these cakes were fifteen dollars?
M: No. I said fifty dollars. Here is the price. | How much do the cakes cost? | [
"(A) 4 dollars.",
"(B) 40 dollars.",
"(C) 50 dollars."
] | (C) 50 dollars. |
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