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 type of food product does the speakers' company sell?
- A. Candy
- B. Cheese
- C. Bread
- D. Pasta
- A. Lowering prices
- B. Hiring more workers
- C. Publishing a recipe
- D. Offering additional options
- A. Send a schedule update
- B. Contact a production manager
- C. Visit the company headquarters
- D. Plan an advertising campaign
35. Why is the man calling?
- A. To sign up for lessons
- B. To enter a competition
- C. To buy tickets to an event
- D. To ask about branded merchandise
- A. She won a regional tournament.
- B. She gave a television interview.
- C. She started an institute.
- D. She hired a new coach.
- A. A parking permit
- B. A photo ID
- C. Contact information
- D. Advance payment
38. What event are the speakers planning?
- A. A fund-raising dinner
- B. An art gallery opening
- C. An awards ceremony
- D. A children's book fair
- A. Arranging a shuttle service
- B. Choosing a catering firm
- C. Preparing a speech
- D. Sending out invitations
- A. E-mail a list
- B. Speak with a colleague
- C. Provide a password
- D. Post a job opening
41. What event are the speakers preparing for?
- A. A new-employee orientation
- B. A grand opening
- C. A community festival
- D. A trade show
- A. They are available in multiple colors.
- B. They use permanent ink.
- C. They are preferred by book authors.
- D. They are made from paper.
- A. Reserve a booth
- B. Place an order
- C. Organize a focus group
- D. Revise a budget
44. Where does the woman work?
- A. At a delivery service
- B. At an electronics store
- C. At a recycling facility
- D. At a real estate agency
- A. Yard waste
- B. Used furniture
- C. Electronics
- D. Books
- A. A list of companies
- B. Hours of operation
- C. A permit application
- D. Directions to a site
47. How do the speakers know each other?
- A. They took a class together.
- B. They used to work for the same company.
- C. They grew up in the same neighborhood.
- D. They met on a train.
- A. A fitness center
- B. A real estate agency
- C. A culinary school
- D. A bakery
- A. Its price
- B. Its size
- C. Its location
- D. Its design
50. Who most likely are the speakers?
- A. Film actors
- B. Museum directors
- C. Video game developers
- D. Investigative journalists
- A. He secured some funding.
- B. He tested a product.
- C. He read a script.
- D. He conducted an interview.
- A. Consulting a colleague
- B. Planning an event
- C. Negotiating a contract
- D. Giving a client an update
53. Who most likely is the man?
- A. A delivery driver
- B. A security guard
- C. A maintenance worker
- D. A customer service representative
- A. A device is malfunctioning.
- B. A key is missing.
- C. A parking area is unavailable.
- D. A package was not received.
- A. She is surprised by the weather forecast.
- B. She wants a service to be completed sooner.
- C. She will move some items indoors.
- D. She would prefer to park near her apartment.
56. Why do the men want to speak to the woman?
- A. To review a building design
- B. To discuss a loan
- C. To develop an advertising plan
- D. To purchase some supplies
- A. A sports equipment store
- B. A winter apparel store
- C. An automobile dealership
- D. A hotel chain
- A. Roads have become more accessible.
- B. Costs have decreased.
- C. Tourism has increased.
- D. Weather patterns have shifted.
59. What does the man want to do?
- A. Provide training opportunities
- B. Upgrade machinery
- C. Hire additional employees
- D. Reorganize the factory layout
- A. Increasing expenses
- B. Introducing errors
- C. Reducing productivity
- D. Causing confusion
- A. A new policy should be established.
- B. An idea is easy to implement.
- C. Data security is a concern.
- D. Some information should be verified.
Read the passage:

62. Where is the woman?
- A. At a restaurant
- B. At a travel agency
- C. At an airport
- D. At a warehouse
- A. On Monday
- B. On Tuesday
- C. On Wednesday
- D. On Thursday
- A. A colleague received a promotion.
- B. A conference proposal was accepted.
- C. An airline ticket has been upgraded.
- D. A company won an award.
Read the passage:

65. Where do the speakers work?
- A. At an amusement park
- B. At an art museum
- C. At a concert hall
- D. At a botanical garden
- A. Page 1
- B. Page 2
- C. Page 3
- D. Page 4
- A. She requires approval from a manager.
- B. She is attending a workshop.
- C. Some software is being updated.
- D. Some clients will be arriving soon.
Read the passage:

68. What news does the man share?
- A. A station road will be closed for repair.
- B. A project has been approved.
- C. A parking area has been expanded.
- D. An office will relocate.
- A. Near the covered parking area
- B. Near the long-term parking area
- C. Near the short-term parking area
- D. Near the overflow parking area
- A. To arrange a loan
- B. To apply for a permit
- C. To ask for estimates
- D. To create a proposal
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 type of products does the business repair?
- A. Computers
- B. Vehicles
- C. Light fixtures
- D. Kitchen appliances
- A. Free pickup
- B. Online scheduling
- C. Extended warranties
- D. A membership loyalty program
- A. For an inventory count
- B. For employee training
- C. For a company celebration
- D. For equipment installation
74. Who most likely is the speaker?
- A. A facilities manager
- B. A human resources representative
- C. A security officer
- D. A corporate executive
- A. A map of the building
- B. An employment contract
- C. An identification badge
- D. Log-in credentials
- A. They are only accessible from company computers.
- B. They must be password protected.
- C. They must follow a specific naming convention.
- D. They must be archived annually.
77. Where does the speaker work?
- A. At a laundry facility
- B. At an amusement park
- C. At a sports stadium
- D. At a fitness center
- A. It arrived later than expected.
- B. It was damaged during delivery.
- C. She needs help assembling it.
- D. She is pleased with it.
- A. Whether a new product will be available soon
- B. When a replacement part will be shipped
- C. How long a warranty lasts
- D. Who to contact about future orders
80. What type of product does the speaker's company make?
- A. Furniture
- B. Luggage
- C. Bedding
- D. Clothing
- A. Manufacturing some products locally
- B. Offering free shipping
- C. Participating in a trade show
- D. Developing a new product line
- A. A vote will take place.
- B. A consultant will give a presentation.
- C. Some contracts will be updated.
- D. Safety procedures will be reviewed.
83. What is the announcement mainly about?
- A. A promotional event
- B. A vacation package
- C. A building renovation
- D. A travel delay
- A. To suggest an alternative arrangement
- B. To explain an extended wait time
- C. To recommend changing the travel date
- D. To inform customers about a new destination
- A. How to download a mobile application
- B. Where a waiting area is located
- C. How to reserve tickets
- D. Where to buy food
86. Where does the speaker most likely work?
- A. At a graphic design company
- B. At a law firm
- C. At a photography studio
- D. At a museum
- A. A newsletter
- B. Some images
- C. An invoice
- D. Some contracts
- A. She will be working at another branch.
- B. She will be with other clients.
- C. She will be on vacation.
- D. She will be at an industry conference.
89. Who most likely are the listeners?
- A. Investors
- B. Government officials
- C. Engineers
- D. Journalists
- A. An event needs to be relocated.
- B. An upgrade is not feasible.
- C. A project team has a lot of experience.
- D. Some company policies are outdated.
- A. Some presentation slides
- B. Some product samples
- C. A report summary
- D. A discounted ticket
92. What does the speaker want to do?
- A. Increase online sales
- B. Upgrade a payment system
- C. Create a new product line
- D. Add store locations
- A. Long lines
- B. High prices
- C. Unavailable items
- D. Unfriendly staff
- A. To request some feedback
- B. To compliment some staff
- C. To express frustration
- D. To justify a choice
Read the passage:

95. According to the speaker, what is special about the Reston Office Tower?
- A. It features an indoor garden.
- B. It exhibits work from local artists.
- C. It runs on solar power.
- D. It has won many awards.
- A. Floors 1-5
- B. Floors 6-10
- C. Floors 11-14
- D. Floors 15-17
- A. Some photographs
- B. An event schedule
- C. A floor layout
- D. A recorded interview
Read the passage:

98. Who most likely are the listeners?
- A. Safety engineers
- B. Laboratory technicians
- C. Legal consultants
- D. Business investors
- A. At site 1
- B. At site 2
- C. At site 3
- D. At site 4
- A. Applying for permits
- B. Installing equipment
- C. Hiring additional staff
- D. Updating a manual
