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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Look at the picture marked number 1 in your test book.
- A. A
- B. B
- C. C
- D. D
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- C. C
- D. D
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Look at the picture marked number 4 in your test book.

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Look at the picture marked number 5 in your test book.

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- B. B
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Look at the picture marked number 6 in your test book.

- A. A
- B. B
- C. C
- D. D
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. Who most likely are the speakers?
- A. Electricians
- B. Real estate agents
- C. House painters
- D. Decorators
- A. Come back on another day
- B. Replace an item
- C. Apply a discount
- D. Try a new technique
- A. Go to her truck
- B. Call her manager
- C. Calculate a bill
- D. Revise a schedule
35. Where do the speakers work?
- A. At a laboratory
- B. At a cafeteria
- C. At a grocery store
- D. At a hotel
- A. Some data are incomplete.
- B. A deadline was missed.
- C. Funding may be insufficient.
- D. Equipment might be faulty.
- A. Monitor a situation
- B. Place an order
- C. Make a phone call
- D. Compile test results
38. What are the speakers mainly discussing?
- A. Starting a book club
- B. Digitizing some books
- C. Partnering with another business
- D. Opening a new library location
- A. Costs will be reduced.
- B. A process will be faster.
- C. An organization will receive publicity.
- D. Access to some materials will be expanded.
- A. Attending a workshop
- B. Hiring additional employees
- C. Investing in new equipment
- D. Changing a program design
41. Who most likely are the speakers?
- A. Information technology specialists
- B. Artists
- C. Architects
- D. Newspaper journalists
- A. A meeting with a government official
- B. A tour of a construction site
- C. A community celebration
- D. A trade show
- A. Review a contract
- B. Create a model
- C. Reserve a meeting room
- D. Update a Web site
44. Where does the man most likely work?
- A. At a university library
- B. At a government facility
- C. At a home improvement store
- D. At a county park
- A. Write a book
- B. Apply for a job
- C. Take a course
- D. Plant a garden
- A. Make a payment
- B. Visit a Web site
- C. Provide contact information
- D. Wait for a supervisor
47. What are the speakers working on?
- A. A piece of music
- B. A television cartoon
- C. A theater production
- D. An advertisement
- A. Pick up some lunch
- B. Set up an interview
- C. Buy some art supplies
- D. Turn on some equipment
- A. Download some software
- B. Review some expenses
- C. Contact a performer
- D. Read a script
50. What does Ms. Stewart like about a restaurant?
- A. Its varied menu
- B. Its positive reviews
- C. Its convenient location
- D. Its outdoor seating
- A. A kitchen appliance is broken.
- B. A space may not be available.
- C. A daily special is no longer offered.
- D. A delivery may be delayed.
- A. Provide a menu
- B. Speak to a chef
- C. Prepare a dining area
- D. Order restaurant supplies
53. Where are the speakers?
- A. At a trade show
- B. At a press conference
- C. At a job fair
- D. At a factory opening
- A. To express amazement
- B. To justify an expense
- C. To correct an error
- D. To recommend caution
- A. Exchange business cards
- B. Watch a product demonstration
- C. Review financing options
- D. Contact an event organizer
56. Where is the conversation taking place?
- A. At an airport
- B. At a travel agency
- C. At a bus station
- D. At a train station
- A. To attend a sports event
- B. To meet with a client
- C. To tour a factory
- D. To present at a conference
- A. Rebook a trip
- B. Restart a computer system
- C. Provide some vouchers
- D. Call a hotel
59. What has the man been doing?
- A. Repairing a vehicle
- B. Painting a fence
- C. Training an assistant
- D. Cleaning out a shed
- A. To complain about a decision
- B. To correct some misinformation
- C. To make a suggestion
- D. To give a compliment
- A. An invoice
- B. A manual
- C. Some cattle
- D. Some vegetables

62. Who most likely is the woman?
- A. A mechanic
- B. A customer
- C. An auto parts supplier
- D. A social media coordinator
- A. City Cruiser
- B. Snow King
- C. High Summit
- D. Sport Plus
- A. Some consultant names
- B. Some feedback
- C. An e-mail address
- D. A collection of photographs

65. Why does the woman want to buy a new pillow?
- A. Her pillow is old.
- B. Her pillow is too small.
- C. She heard about a new model.
- D. She developed a pain in her neck.
- A. $20
- B. $25
- C. $30
- D. $45
- A. A product warranty
- B. A promotional discount
- C. The store's business hours
- D. The materials used in a product

68. What is the man's area of expertise?
- A. Packaging new products
- B. Developing software
- C. Designing fitness equipment
- D. Training employees
- A. Reserve a conference room
- B. Complete some paperwork
- C. Meet with a supervisor
- D. Fix some equipment
- A. Step 1
- B. Step 2
- C. Step 3
- D. Step 4
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 geologist
- B. A boat captain
- C. A maintenance supervisor
- D. A city official
- A. Conducting a safety inspection
- B. Buying some new equipment
- C. Building a new facility
- D. Recruiting qualified staff
- A. A survey will be administered.
- B. A video will be shown.
- C. An expert will speak.
- D. A process will be demonstrated.
74. What type of industry does the speaker most likely work in?
- A. Transportation
- B. Hospitality
- C. Construction
- D. Pharmaceutical
- A. Ensuring compliance with safety practices
- B. Creating product development schedules
- C. Ordering new equipment
- D. Hiring and training staff
- A. An employee will be promoted.
- B. Some deadlines will be met.
- C. Product sales have increased.
- D. A trip abroad has been approved.
77. What problem does the speaker mention?
- A. Some clients are unhappy.
- B. Some offices are too cold.
- C. Some construction is too noisy.
- D. Some colleagues are sick.
- A. Use their personal e-mail accounts
- B. Work from a conference room
- C. Go home early
- D. Close some windows
- A. A cafeteria employee
- B. A parking garage attendant
- C. A product supplier
- D. A building manager
80. Where is the meeting taking place?
- A. At a pharmacy
- B. At a hospital
- C. At a car dealership
- D. At a jewelry store
- A. Business travel
- B. Company policies
- C. Parking
- D. Vacation
- A. To disagree with an idea
- B. To ask for assistance
- C. To explain a schedule
- D. To suggest an alternative
83. Who is the advertisement intended for?
- A. Store owners
- B. Tour guides
- C. Interior designers
- D. Paper manufacturers
- A. By entering a code
- B. By writing a review
- C. By using a special link
- D. By ordering large quantities
- A. Shipping costs are included.
- B. It is available in many sizes.
- C. There are several framing options.
- D. Licensed images are available.
86. What is the announcement mostly about?
- A. A renovated station
- B. A frequent-traveler program
- C. Services on a train
- D. Some new train destinations
- A. An access code
- B. A discount coupon
- C. An assistance telephone number
- D. A layout of the train
- A. The listeners cannot visit a specific station.
- B. The listeners should anticipate some delays.
- C. The listeners may need to plan alternate routes.
- D. The listeners will receive a ticket refund.
89. Who is the speaker?
- A. A plumber
- B. A city employee
- C. A bank supervisor
- D. A swimming pool cleaner
- A. To request a price quote
- B. To cancel an order
- C. To report a malfunction
- D. To respond to an inquiry
- A. She has a professional certification.
- B. She is an environmental expert.
- C. She will be available next week.
- D. She has recently been promoted.
92. What industry does the speaker most likely work in?
- A. Construction
- B. Transportation
- C. Marketing
- D. Shipping
- A. To recommend a product
- B. To justify a price
- C. To refuse an offer
- D. To request a promotion
- A. An employee could retire.
- B. An invoice could arrive.
- C. A project could begin.
- D. A price could increase.

95. What is the talk mainly about?
- A. Merging with another company
- B. Revising an inspection process
- C. Building a new manufacturing plant
- D. Selling products internationally
- A. JH-883
- B. JK-966
- C. LH-655
- D. LK-303
- A. Put together a team
- B. Visit a business partner
- C. Sign a contract
- D. Prepare a presentation

89. What does the speaker encourage the listeners to do?
- A. Visit a gift shop
- B. Buy an annual membership
- C. Use public transportation
- D. Make a reservation online
- A. At 10:00 A.M.
- B. At 12:30 P.M.
- C. At 1:45 P.M.
- D. At 3:30 P.M.
- A. They contain trail maps.
- B. They contain discount coupons.
- C. They list a schedule of holidays.
- D. They list volunteer opportunities.
