LISTENING TEST
In the Listening test, you will be asked to demonstrate how well you understand spoken English. The entire Listening test will last approximately 45 minutes. There are four parts, and directions are given for each part. You must mark your answers on the separate answer sheet. Do not write your answers in your test book.
PART 1
Directions: For each question in this part, you will hear four statements about a picture in your test book. When you hear the statements, you must select the one statement that best describes what you see in the picture. Then find the number of the question on your answer sheet and mark your answer. The statements will not be printed in your test book and will be spoken only one time.
Statement (C), "They're sitting at a table," is the best description of the picture, so you should select answer (C) and mark it on your answer sheet.
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PART 2
Directions: You will hear a question or statement and three responses spoken in English. They will not be printed in your test book and will be spoken only one time. Select the best response to the question or statement and mark the letter (A), (B), or (C) on your answer sheet.
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PART 3
Directions: You will hear some conversations between two or more people. You will be asked to answer three questions about what the speakers say in each conversation. Select the best response to each question and mark the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your answer sheet. The conversations will not be printed in your test book and will be spoken only one time.
32. What is the speakers' business planning to do in June?
- A. Expand a space
- B. Take product inventory
- C. Plan an annual sale
- D. Change a window display
- A. At a dance studio
- B. At a culinary school
- C. At a music shop
- D. At an arts and crafts store
- A. Advertise a contest
- B. Offer private lessons
- C. Increase operating hours
- D. Provide repair services
What type of project is the man working on?
- A. Restoring a piece of art
- B. Designing a logo
- C. Renovating a lobby
- D. Developing a hair dye
- A. It is expensive to produce.
- B. It fades quickly.
- C. It is too bright.
- D. It is very popular.
- A. Pay a deposit
- B. Send a picture
- C. Test a product
- D. Schedule a consultation
What is the man trying to do?
- A. Join a tour group
- B. Pick up some luggage
- C. Call a taxi
- D. Buy some gifts
- A. Photo identification
- B. A valid visa
- C. A customs declaration
- D. A boarding pass
- A. To clarify a policy
- B. To express surprise
- C. To reject a request
- D. To describe a floor plan
Where do the speakers most likely work?
- A. At a bookstore
- B. At a marketing firm
- C. At an electronics manufacturer
- D. At a dental office
- A. A university course
- B. A software program
- C. An industry conference
- D. A safety procedure
- A. A lunch break
- B. A dress code
- C. A parking policy
- D. A benefits program
What is the man concerned about?
- A. A staff shortage
- B. A design budget
- C. A project timeline
- D. A weather forecast
- A. Durability testing
- B. Contract negotiations
- C. A marketing presentation
- D. A product manual
- A. Interviewing a job candidate
- B. Making a video
- C. Booking a venue
- D. Packing some materials
What most likely is the man's job?
- A. Gift shop worker
- B. Flight attendant
- C. Security guard
- D. Rideshare driver
- A. By taking a shuttle bus
- B. By riding an escalator
- C. By using a bridge
- D. By crossing a street
- A. A department store
- B. A bank
- C. A restaurant
- D. A fuel station
Where are the speakers?
- A. On a bus
- B. On a boat
- C. At a car dealership
- D. At a train station
- A. To confirm some information
- B. To make a correction
- C. To explain a delay
- D. To recommend leaving early
- A. Purchase a monthly pass
- B. Download a map
- C. Check a schedule
- D. Use alternate transportation
What product is the man calling about?
- A. A portable game system
- B. A printer
- C. A camera
- D. A tablet computer
- A. To purchase an extended warranty
- B. To resolve a problem
- C. To receive a refund
- D. To pick up some accessories
- A. A parking attendant
- B. A product designer
- C. A customer
- D. A colleague
Where do the women most likely work?
- A. At a medical clinic
- B. At a department store
- C. At a hotel
- D. At a manufacturing plant
- A. A schedule
- B. A list of employees
- C. A facility tour
- D. A signature
- A. Attend a staff meeting
- B. Check some reports
- C. Take a lunch break
- D. Move some boxes
Why is the woman calling?
- A. To inquire about a service
- B. To arrange an interview
- C. To request a refund
- D. To make a reservation
- A. It ensures customer satisfaction.
- B. It has been in business for three years.
- C. It operates 24 hours a day.
- D. It is family owned.
- A. Directions to a facility
- B. Pickup and delivery
- C. A member discount
- D. An updated receipt

62. Where is the conversation taking place?
- A. At a department store
- B. At a fitness center
- C. At a library
- D. At a restaurant
- A. A bicycle
- B. Theater tickets
- C. A camera
- D. A weekend getaway
- A. By telephone
- B. By text message
- C. By e-mail
- D. By letter

65. Why does the woman want to purchase flowers?
- A. To decorate a building lobby
- B. To observe a company anniversary
- C. To mark the completion of a work project
- D. To celebrate a coworker's promotion
- A. $45
- B. $60
- C. $75
- D. $110
- A. A chocolate bar
- B. A greeting card
- C. A bunch of balloons
- D. A decorative bow

68. Who most likely is the man?
- A. A new employee
- B. An investor
- C. A university professor
- D. A business owner
- A. Bin 1
- B. Bin 2
- C. Bin 3
- D. Bin 4
- A. When some work will begin
- B. How long a process will take
- C. Who will buy a product
- D. When a delivery will arrive
PART 4
Directions: You will hear some talks given by a single speaker. You will be asked to answer three questions about what the speaker says in each talk. Select the best response to each question and mark the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your answer sheet. The talks will not be printed in your test book and will be spoken only one time.
71. What does Schneider Technology produce?
- A. Automobile engines
- B. Audio equipment
- C. Navigation devices
- D. Medical equipment
- A. An important client
- B. The company president
- C. The head of security
- D. A government official
- A. Set up their computer accounts
- B. Receive their security badges
- C. Tour a facility
- D. Watch a demonstration
74. Where does the announcement most likely take place?
- A. On a train
- B. On a ship
- C. On an airplane
- D. On a bus
- A. Weather conditions
- B. Heavy traffic
- C. Malfunctioning equipment
- D. A staff shortage
- A. Store luggage in overhead compartments
- B. Show tickets to an attendant
- C. Avoid eating and drinking
- D. Keep children in their seats
77. What project does the speaker mention?
- A. The addition of traffic lights
- B. The renovation of a museum
- C. The expansion of a sports stadium
- D. The construction of a bridge
- A. The listeners should attend a welcome reception.
- B. Some training will be offered soon.
- C. The listeners have a limited amount of time.
- D. A hiring need has already been fulfilled.
- A. Videos will be available online.
- B. Prices will not increase.
- C. Roads will remain open.
- D. A schedule will not change.
80. What does the company make?
- A. Clothing
- B. Jewelry
- C. Eyeglass frames
- D. Ceramic vases
- A. It uses eco-friendly materials.
- B. It offers online consultations.
- C. It promises one-week delivery.
- D. It provides product prototypes.
- A. To enter a contest
- B. To receive a discount code
- C. To start an order
- D. To view some photographs
83. What is the focus of the podcast?
- A. Real estate
- B. Food services
- C. Graphic design
- D. Tourism
- A. Organizing workshops
- B. Providing technology support
- C. Promoting products
- D. Predicting market trends
- A. Release a book
- B. Speak at a conference
- C. Appear on television
- D. Announce an award winner
86. What is the main topic of the workshop?
- A. Creating new advertisements
- B. Designing Web sites
- C. Giving effective presentations
- D. Writing for business communication
- A. To stress the importance of some guidelines
- B. To announce a change
- C. To request feedback
- D. To propose that a meeting be rescheduled
- A. Update some contact information
- B. Rewrite some e-mails
- C. Do an online search
- D. Download some software
89. Why is Clementine Stores in the news report?
- A. It filed a complaint.
- B. It closed some factories.
- C. It merged with another company.
- D. It started an internship program.
- A. They have international clients.
- B. They are family-owned businesses.
- C. They sell athletic clothing.
- D. They have similar logos.
- A. A news reporter
- B. A public relations associate
- C. A corporate attorney
- D. A graphic designer
92. Where does the speaker most likely work?
- A. At a café
- B. At an appliance store
- C. At a food manufacturing plant
- D. At a repair shop
- A. Package labeling
- B. Increased temperature readings
- C. Product costs
- D. Limited business hours
- A. To recommend rearranging a display
- B. To encourage staff to be attentive
- C. To emphasize a problem
- D. To remind staff of a policy

95. How does the speaker begin the meeting?
- A. By announcing contest winners
- B. By reading a new policy
- C. By distributing a sign-up sheet
- D. By introducing new employees
- A. Section 1
- B. Section 2
- C. Section 3
- D. Section 4
- A. A cafeteria will be closed.
- B. Free snacks will be provided.
- C. Certificates will be distributed.
- D. New ID badges will be issued.

98. Where does the speaker work?
- A. At a hair salon
- B. At a doctor's office
- C. At a talent agency
- D. At a photographer's studio
- A. Write an online review
- B. Confirm an appointment
- C. Submit a form
- D. Download an application
- A. $3.00
- B. $5.00
- C. $7.00
- D. $9.00
