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.
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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 does the woman ask the man to do for her?
- A. Greet a client in the lobby
- B. Present a product pitch
- C. Organize some binders
- D. Make some photocopies
- A. It is operating smoothly.
- B. It was purchased recently.
- C. It needs to be plugged in.
- D. It has not yet been updated.
- A. At the office
- B. At a train station
- C. At a store
- D. At a client's headquarters
Where does the woman most likely work?
- A. At a furniture store
- B. At a moving company
- C. At a post office
- D. At an office supply store
- A. To provide an estimate
- B. To sign a contract
- C. To give a presentation
- D. To place an order
- A. A company's operating hours
- B. An account number
- C. A street address
- D. A telephone number
What department does the man work in?
- A. Legal
- B. Accounting
- C. Human resources
- D. Public relations
- A. Scientific research
- B. Book editing
- C. Office management
- D. Legal advising
- A. A password
- B. A travel reimbursement
- C. A security badge
- D. A contract
What recently happened at the business?
- A. Its monthly rent increased.
- B. It received many orders.
- C. It was featured in a magazine.
- D. It passed an inspection.
- A. Purchasing updated equipment
- B. Offering different products
- C. Extending store hours
- D. Hiring more employees
- A. A packaging designer
- B. An Internet service provider
- C. A delivery service
- D. A bank
What do the speakers manufacture?
- A. Shoes
- B. Luggage
- C. Furniture
- D. Sports equipment
- A. A leather supplier
- B. A delivery driver
- C. An interior designer
- D. A machine technician
- A. She has contracts with clients.
- B. She is concerned about quality.
- C. Overhead expenses will increase.
- D. A license will expire soon.
What are the speakers meeting to discuss?
- A. Safety regulations
- B. Equipment upgrades
- C. Budget cuts
- D. Consultant recommendations
- A. He is excited about a challenge.
- B. He is surprised at a competitor's choices.
- C. He is doubtful about a suggestion.
- D. He thinks more employees should be hired.
- A. A focus group leader
- B. A clothing designer
- C. A sales associate
- D. An accountant
Why did the man miss a meeting?
- A. He was stuck in traffic.
- B. He had a medical appointment.
- C. He was speaking with a client.
- D. He was away on vacation.
- A. Tennis
- B. Volleyball
- C. Swimming
- D. Gymnastics
- A. To avoid potential delays
- B. To get free delivery
- C. To receive a discount
- D. To meet heavy demand
What industry do the speakers most likely work in?
- A. Energy
- B. Finance
- C. Construction
- D. Manufacturing
- A. Some costs were too high.
- B. A facility failed an inspection.
- C. Some paperwork was submitted late.
- D. A competitor can complete a project faster.
- A. Visit a facility
- B. Conduct some research
- C. Rewrite a proposal
- D. Contact some vendors
What did the company do last month?
- A. It opened a second location.
- B. It merged with another business.
- C. It launched a new product.
- D. It conducted an employee survey.
- A. To request another budget analysis
- B. To suggest hiring additional employees
- C. To agree with a proposed renovation
- D. To recommend an increase in advertising
- A. Have his car repaired
- B. Give a presentation
- C. Go to a dentist appointment
- D. Attend a reception
Where does the woman work?
- A. At a recycling company
- B. At an appliance store
- C. At a manufacturing company
- D. At an architectural firm
- A. Revise a contract
- B. Match a competitor's offer
- C. Refund a delivery fee
- D. Sign in at a security desk
- A. Conduct an inspection
- B. Sign a document
- C. Deliver some materials
- D. Update a Web site

62. Look at the graphic. Which project phase was just completed?
- A. Phase 1
- B. Phase 2
- C. Phase 3
- D. Phase 4
- A. Request an earlier delivery date
- B. Consult with a safety inspector
- C. Post some construction plans
- D. Forward an invoice
- A. Review some data
- B. Move a vehicle
- C. Increase the size of a crew
- D. Contact the management team

65. What type of business do the speakers work for?
- A. A restaurant
- B. A law firm
- C. An office-supply store
- D. A flower shop
- A. The waterfront district
- B. The historic district
- C. The residential district
- D. The downtown district
- A. By reducing packaging waste
- B. By introducing bicycle delivery
- C. By switching to a new supplier
- D. By moving to a smaller building

68. Who most likely is the woman?
- A. A hotel manager
- B. An interior designer
- C. A construction worker
- D. A real estate agent
- A. Step 1
- B. Step 2
- C. Step 3
- D. Step 4
- A. Send a contract
- B. Go to the lobby
- C. Look at some photographs
- D. Review a cost estimate
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. Who most likely is the speaker?
- A. A department manager
- B. A news reporter
- C. A marketing consultant
- D. A computer programmer
- A. For keeping expenses low
- B. For creating a useful tool
- C. For meeting a tight deadline
- D. For achieving the most sales
- A. Register for some training
- B. Review a floor plan
- C. Participate in a mentoring program
- D. Provide copies of certifications
What are the listeners invited to do?
- A. Download a calendar
- B. Reserve tickets
- C. Submit a picture
- D. Share a story
- A. Recordings must be kept short.
- B. Electronic devices must be turned off.
- C. Professional references must be provided.
- D. Vehicles must be parked in a designated area.
- A. Bad weather
- B. Holidays
- C. A construction project
- D. Staff changes
What is the focus of a tour?
- A. Food
- B. Architecture
- C. Nature
- D. Art
- A. She is happy about the popularity of a tour.
- B. She will need to use a microphone.
- C. An additional tour guide is needed.
- D. A shop is not big enough for everyone.
- A. Attend a performance
- B. Visit a museum
- C. Participate in a class
- D. Enter a contest
What industry was the Novikov Award created for?
- A. Aviation
- B. Chemical engineering
- C. Medical research
- D. Television production
- A. For launching a unique advertising campaign
- B. For developing a successful training program
- C. For maintaining a perfect safety record
- D. For making a scientific discovery
- A. Get ready to watch a video
- B. Applaud the winner
- C. Share copies of a handout
- D. Read a set of directions
Who is the speaker presenting to?
- A. Loan officers
- B. Construction workers
- C. City council members
- D. Bus drivers
- A. They are in disrepair.
- B. They are very small.
- C. They were not assembled correctly.
- D. They were installed last year.
- A. To respond to a request for information
- B. To justify a cost
- C. To express surprise
- D. To suggest adding to a product line
What does the speaker's company sell?
- A. Clothing
- B. Flowers
- C. Toys
- D. Wallpaper
- A. They stayed under budget.
- B. They won an award.
- C. They showed creativity.
- D. They completed some work on schedule.
- A. To report that inventory has been completed
- B. To offer to share some supplies with another store
- C. To explain that some designs are not needed
- D. To confirm that a customer's order can be filled
According to the speaker, what will be opening soon?
- A. A restaurant
- B. A sports arena
- C. A performing arts center
- D. A train station
- A. For using solar power
- B. For creating a rooftop garden
- C. For installing a moving light display
- D. For employing sound-absorbing walls
- A. Many of them are sold out.
- B. Some of them will be affected by the weather.
- C. Public transportation will be free.
- D. Discounts are available for large groups.
Who is Mona Alamri?
- A. A local official
- B. A ship captain
- C. A marine scientist
- D. An engineer
- A. Coastal mapping
- B. Offshore wind farms
- C. Electric ships
- D. Bridge construction
- A. A schedule change
- B. A volunteer opportunity
- C. An updated Web site
- D. A project start date

95. Where are the listeners?
- A. At a bicycle race
- B. At a marathon
- C. At a parade
- D. At a festival
- A. Creating an athletic field
- B. Renovating a city library
- C. Repairing a bridge
- D. Building a new playground
- A. Fifth Street
- B. Rose Street
- C. Spring Street
- D. Dill Street

98. What industry is the mobile app intended for?
- A. Entertainment
- B. Travel
- C. Education
- D. Finance
- A. Stage 1
- B. Stage 2
- C. Stage 3
- D. Stage 4
- A. A seasonal work schedule
- B. A business conference
- C. A construction project
- D. A contract negotiation
