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Practice Test 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Practice Test 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Homework. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241
Test 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243
Test 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253
Test 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272
Test 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282
Test 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300
Test 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 309
Answer Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330
Audioscripts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 333
Practice Test 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334
Practice Test 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 340
Practice Test 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 346
Practice Test 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 353
Practice Test 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 360
Practice Test 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 367
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3. (A) They’re in the pedestrian crosswalk. 11. Who was that on the phone?
(B) They’re talking with their friends. (A) It’s mine.
(C) They’re driving their cars through the (B) It was my boss.
city. (C) It was on the desk.
(D) They’re strolling down the sidewalk.
12. Let’s take our lunch hour now
4. (A) The customers are in the restaurant. (A) Great idea. I’m starving.
(B) The man is feeding the chickens. (B) I take an hour for lunch.
(C) The chefs are in the kitchen. (C) I usually have it at a restaurant.
(D) The waiter is serving the meal.
13. When is this report due?
5. (A) He’s cleaning the window with rags. (A) We import our supplies.
(B) He’s walking through the door. (B) Yes, there are two.
(C) He’s holding several bags. (C) At the end of the week.
(D) He’s shopping inside the store.
14. Where’s the bank?
6. (A) The girl is laughing. (A) I’ll give it back.
(B) She can’t stop coughing. (B) Thank you very much.
(C) They’re filing their papers. (C) It’s right across the street.
(D) Their cups are broken.
16. Why did John leave early? 25. Where can I find printer ink?
(A) Nobody leave the room. (A) I think about it, too.
(B) He had an urgent appointment. (B) It’s on the top shelf of that closet.
(C) It’s still early. (C) The printer is very efficient.
17. How was the movie? 26. I’m really tired of this rainy weather.
(A) It was really boring. (A) It’s supposed to be sunny tomorrow.
(B) We got the tickets online. (B) Yes, train rides can be tiring.
(C) Just move everything over there. (C) This jacket is genuine leather.
18. Could you help me copy these documents? 27. Who signed these papers?
(A) I don’t enjoy shopping. (A) I signed them.
(B) I signed the documents. (B) You can buy the newspaper downstairs.
(C) I’m sorry. I’m too busy right now. (C) That sign says “Stop.”
19. Whose coat is this? 28. Is the photocopy machine still broken?
(A) It’s in the closet. (A) I’ll make the copies later.
(B) It belongs to Mary. (B) Yes, he’s already spoken.
(C) It’s a nice coat. (C) No, it was repaired this morning.
20. Will you have some coffee? 29. I need a ride to the airport.
(A) I can’t stop coughing. (A) I can drive you.
(B) No, thank you. I’d prefer tea. (B) The plane arrives at noon.
(C) The cups are in the kitchen. (C) It’s beside the airport.
21. Which seat would you prefer? 30. What time is it now?
(A) I rarely eat meat. (A) We had a good time.
(B) It’s not a comfortable chair. (B) I’m fine, thank you.
(C) I’ll take this one by the window. (C) It’s just after ten.
22. How long does it take to get there? 31. Which suit should I wear?
(A) Only about an hour or so. (A) I don’t care for fruit.
(B) I long to see them. (B) Wear this one.
(C) They make delicious cake there. (C) I don’t know where it is.
23. What did you do with the package? 32. Whose car is that parked by the front door?
(A) I put it on your desk. (A) I believe it’s John’s.
(B) It wasn’t a heavy package. (B) It’s a really old car.
(C) They were packing all night. (C) The park isn’t far.
18. Did you see the accident happen? 26. At what time did the call come in?
(A) No. I heard the crash and then looked (A) At two-ten exactly.
up. (B) Into the lobby.
(B) No one was hurt. (C) It was cold outside.
(C) Nobody called the police.
27. How about working late tonight?
19. What did you think of the movie? (A) You always get up early.
(A) Those movers were very efficient. (B) I can’t. I have plans.
(B) The actors were wonderful. (C) I’ll go later.
(C) We do need more ink.
28. Didn’t you remind her about her
20. Have you ever been to Paris? appointment?
(A) No, I want a pair of those. (A) I did, but she forgot.
(B) You always seem to arrive late. (B) She left an hour ago.
(C) Actually, we went there on our (C) It’s on the corner.
honeymoon.
29. Do you want fresh pepper on your salad?
21. Is it snowing yet? (A) My salary is high.
(A) No, he won’t be here until four. (B) The salad is served before the soup.
(B) No, but it could start any minute. (C) Yes, thank you.
(C) Yes, they finished last week.
30. Do you take the bus?
22. May I speak to someone in your billing (A) Only 75 cents.
department, please? (B) No, the subway.
(A) I’ll connect you with Ms. Smith. (C) I can’t find a parking space.
(B) We never get letters, just bills.
(C) I told him to pay it already. 31. Are you going out for lunch?
(A) They’re predicting rain.
23. Do you know of a way to increase our (B) Only long enough to get a sandwich.
efficiency?
(C) No, a bunch of grapes.
(A) Faster computers would be a start.
(B) We can place an order for more.
(C) It takes longer to get there.
(W) It won’t take you long with this (M) Of course. Are you having any pain or
machine. It staples and collates and discomfort?
everything. Here, I’ll show you how to (W) No, no trouble. I just need to have my
program it. It’s easy. teeth cleaned. I do it every six months
like I’m supposed to.
Questions 53 through 55 refer to the following (M) Great. OK, let’s see. We’re full this
conversation. month, but I can give you something
(M) Look! You’ve spilled coffee all over my in June. I’ll put you down for the
jacket! Look at that big stain! sixteenth.
(W) Oh, don’t be mad. I’m sure the stain will
come out if you take it to the cleaners Questions 65 through 67 refer to the following
right away. conversation.
(M) It had better come out. This is a brand- (M) Mrs. Green had surgery today, didn’t
new jacket, and it was expensive, too. I she?
paid more than 500 dollars for it. (W) Yes, and everything went well, I hear.
(W) Relax. It’ll be fine. I’ll take it to the Maybe we should send her flowers and a
cleaners myself if that will make you card.
happy. (M) I think we should order balloons
instead. She’s allergic to flowers.
Questions 56 through 58 refer to the following (W) You’re right. Balloons are better. We can
conversation. call the store before we go home this
(W) It’s raining again. This is turning into a evening.
long wet spell.
(M) I don’t like hearing that. I’ve planned a Questions 68 through 70 refer to the following
camping trip for this weekend. conversation.
(W) I know it’s none of my business, but (M) The subway train is late again. I’m really
I’d cancel the trip if I were you. All this getting tired of this.
rain! And the air is so cool. (W) The trains are often late during tourist
(M) I think I’ll wait another day before I season. The tourists are slow getting on
decide. It could clear up overnight. and off at the stations.
(M) Then they ought to wait until after rush
Questions 59 through 61 refer to the following hour to take the trains. Why do they
conversation. have to get on the trains at five just
when the rest of us are leaving work?
(M) Excuse me. This fork appears to be dirty.
(W) Well, a lot of people like to visit this
(W) I’m so sorry, sir. Here is a new set of city. Anyhow, we’ll be home by seven, so
silverware. don’t worry.
5. (A) The conductor is on the train. 13. Flow much does this suit cost?
(B) The captain is on course. (A) It costs a hundred thirty dollars.
(C) The teacher is behind the desk. (B) The suit fits very well.
(D) The trainer is in front of the group. (C) There are two suits in the closet.
6. (A) The closets are full of clothes. 14. Who took the telephone message?
(B) The drawers contain supplies. (A) I’ll phone you tomorrow.
(C) The storage bins are open. (B) I looked for the telephone.
(D) The boxes are empty. (C) My secretary took the message.
16. Has the mail arrived yet? 24. Why do you get up so early?
(A) Yes, we came by jet. (A) Because I have to be at work at 6 A.M.
(B) No, it has failed. (B) I always get what I want.
(C) Yes, it came an hour ago. (C) You had to leave early, didn’t you?
17. Look at how cloudy the sky is. 25. Would you like soup with your dinner?
(A) Yes, it’s very crowded here. (A) I’m not getting thinner.
(B) No, I don’t know who that guy is. (B) I ate dinner at 7 p.m.
(C) It’ll probably rain soon. (C) No, I’d prefer a salad.
18. Who did you expect to come? 26. When did you learn how to swim?
(A) I’ll accept your proposal. (A) I learned when I was young.
(B) I hoped my aunt would come. (B) I swim in the evening.
(C) I suspect it came early. (C) I wondered how you learned.
19. Where is the accountant’s office? 27. How much did you pay for this car?
(A) It’s at the end of the hall. (A) Because it was used.
(B) There are five accountants. (B) I paid about three thousand dollars.
(C) The accountant is on the phone. (C) The car needs repairs.
20. How many students are in the class? 28. Why did you change your shirt?
(A) The class meets every day. (A) The shirt cost forty-five dollars.
(B) There are about fifteen. (B) I don’t have any change.
(C) My students have to learn English. (C) Because I spilled coffee on it.
21. Which magazines does she read? 29. What was the movie about?
(A) The magazine is on the table. (A) It’s about 6 P.M.
(B) She read it last week. (B) He moved here last August.
(C) She only reads business magazines. (C) It was a western film.
22. I’m sorry. Mr. Williams isn’t in the office 30. I love my new job!
today. (A) I’m so happy to hear that.
(A) Then call him back another time. (B) I’ve never been in love.
(B) Yes, he works here. (C) I put it up above.
(C) It’s not a big office.
31. When did the doctor leave?
(A) She left at noon.
(B) The boat docked at 8 P.M.
(C) There was no one left.
14. Did you watch the news last evening? 22. All this work makes me hungry.
(A) No, the paper didn’t arrive. (A) I ate too much at work, too.
(B) I just saw the last five minutes. (B) The workers come from Hungary.
(C) Yes, she surprised us at the door. (C) Let’s go get something to eat.
15. The mail is late today. 23. What is the final destination of this train?
(A) The male ate yesterday. (A) The last stop is Tokyo Station.
(B) With him, we are eight. (B) It is scheduled to arrive at 6:45.
(C) Let me know when it comes. (C) It will land at Frankfurt International
Airport.
16. What type of vacation are you planning?
(A) I have over fifty varieties of plants. 24. Why hasn’t she made that phone call?
(B) I’d like to go on a cruise. (A) The number is 5680-879.
(C) I’ll be gone from August 12 to August (B) She hasn’t had time to call.
21. (C) They sell phone cards next door.
17. Do you think someone could take me to the 25. When will they show the president’s
airport? interview?
(A) I will. My car is right outside. (A) Mary O’Donnell asked some very good
(B) You should check in an hour before your questions.
flight. (B) It is scheduled for 5 p.m.
(C) His plane already took off. (C) It was taped yesterday.
18. How long will it take for us to receive the 26. How would you like to pay for your tickets?
new parts? (A) I’ll pick them up this afternoon.
(A) I don’t like modern art. (B) The price is lower than the last time.
(B) Around four weeks. (C) I’ll put them on my credit card.
(C) We arrive by ship.
27. Why don’t you go to the doctor?
19. Which company car did she choose? (A) It’s only a headache.
(A) She traded in her car last year. (B) The boat’s at the dock.
(B) The company pays for insurance, gas and (C) I want to be an actor.
parking.
(C) I don’t think she has decided yet. 28. Where are we going to meet them for
dinner?
20. When is the last day of the sale? (A) Let’s have an early meal.
(A) The store wants to empty the shelves. (B) At the new restaurant in the mall.
(B) It was sold yesterday. (C) I’m so full, I can’t eat another bite.
(C) The sale is already over.
30. Don’t answer the phone if it rings. 38. Why was the budget rejected?
(A) I won’t answer the letter. (A) It didn’t show enough profit.
(B) It may be an important call. (B) They turned down the offer.
(C) She took out a loan to buy a ring. (C) The pilot ejected from the plane.
31. Wasn’t the performance last night 39. Where should we store this equipment?
spectacular? (A) The store is closed today.
(A) It was the best I’ve ever seen. (B) There is space in the back office.
(B) No, they won’t meet their objectives. (C) We’ll equip the team with new rackets.
(C) It should be very good.
40. Can you recommend a dentist in the area?
32. Did they know about the reorganization? (A) Let me give you the number of mine.
(A) Yes, it will be very useful. (B) Sure, I’ll be glad to go with you.
(B) Yes, everyone received the email about it. (C) Our insurance doesn’t cover dental work.
(C) No, she isn’t very organized.
33. Are the insurance agents coming this Part 3: Short Conversations
afternoon or tomorrow?
(A) The gate agents are boarding the flight. Questions 41 through 43 refer to the following
(B) They promised to be here no later than 2 conversation.
o’clock today. (W) Jack, Mr. Gomez wants to see you in his
(C) Our policy expires at the end of the office.
month. (M) Do you know why? I hope I haven’t
done anything wrong.
34. Who should I talk to about my expenses?
(W) Relax. He just wants to go over some
(A) I walked to work.
numbers.
(B) This is one of the most expensive cities
in the country. (M) OK, just let me finish writing this email.
It’ll only take me about fifteen minutes.
(C) Richard can help you.
(W) I’ll tell him you’ll be with him soon.
35. Can you explain to the customer why the
order is late? Questions 44 through 46 refer to the following
(A) I arrived at ten minutes past eight. conversation.
(B) I’ll go and talk to her now. (M) Are you taking any vacation time in the
(C) She’s never late. next few months?
(W) I’m not sure. Why do you ask?
36. When can you come in for an interview?
(M) I’m trying to create a schedule of
(A) The view is beautiful at sunset.
vacations so we can plan better.
(B) I would like to meet in your office.
(W) Well, I was thinking of going away in
(C) I’m available all week.
(W) Well, talk to her soon. These things have (W) Well, I hope it’s approved. Local
to be planned well in advance. business will really benefit from it.
(M) I’ll talk to her about it before the end of Questions 59 through 61 refer to the following
the week. conversation.
(W) Let me know her answer as soon as you (W) Where are you taking your wife for her
do. birthday?
Questions 50 through 52 refer to the following (M) I thought I’d take her to that little
conversation. French place downtown. We haven’t
been there yet.
(M) You should come during the fall months
for your next visit. (W) Be sure to make reservations. They’ve
been fully booked since they opened.
(W) I will. It hasn’t stopped raining since I
got off the plane last week. (M) I called today. I got reservations for next
Monday.
(M) At least it’s been mild. Usually in April
it’s cool as well as wet. (W) You’ll enjoy it. My co-workers took me
there to celebrate my promotion, and
(W) Other than the weather, it’s been a very we all loved it.
pleasant vacation away from the office.
(M) I’m glad you’ve enjoyed it. I hope you’ll Questions 62 through 64 refer to the following
bring your family with you next time. conversation.
(M) I’m dropping off two rolls of film. Will
Questions 53 through 55 refer to the following they be ready for my assistant to pick up
conversation. tomorrow?
(W) Jerry, if you have some time, could you (W) If she arrives after four, the pictures will
help me copy this report? be ready.
(M) I’ll see what I can do. Carl and I will (M) That’ll be fine. I really appreciate it.
be busy meeting with some clients this What’s the charge?
afternoon.
(W) For two rolls, it comes to twenty-six
(W) Well, let me know. Remember, we have fifty.
16. Take your coat with you. 24. Do we get off at the next station or the one
(A) I’ve never been there. after that?
(B) Is it that cold outside? (A) Yes, I think so.
(C) Higher than that. (B) The week after next.
(C) Let me look at the map.
17. Where should we go for dinner tonight?
(A) I feel like having Chinese food. 25. Don’t you have to catch a ten o’clock flight?
(B) Yes, we really should. (A) No, I dropped them on the floor.
(C) I don’t have any problem with it. (B) You can pick it up at the airport.
(C) It’s been delayed until this afternoon.
18. I thought you were in New Zealand on
business this week. 26. How long should we keep notices on the
(A) This is the stronger proposal. bulletin board?
(B) My trip was canceled. (A) About five centimeters long.
(C) We appreciate your business. (B) He said it would.
(C) For about two weeks.
19. When are you starting your new job?
(A) For the last two years. 27. Why didn’t you come to the party?
(B) No, at the end. (A) I simply forgot about it.
(C) At the beginning of May. (B) That’s right, it didn’t.
(C) The invitation was nice.
20. What is the new computer programmer’s
name? 28. You sent that memo out last week, didn’t
(A) I use a laptop. you?
(B) We haven’t been introduced. (A) It’s an attractive scent.
(C) I’ll need a copy of the program. (B) No, you told me to wait, remember?
(C) She was out for a few days.
21. Do you have a pencil I can borrow?
(A) I’m sorry, all I have is a pen. 29. Why didn’t we get the Fujimaki contract?
(B) Yes, I took out a bank loan. (A) Yes, I just heard the news.
(C) I’ll be working tomorrow. (B) We wanted too much money.
(C) No, she hasn’t been contacted.
22. Where can I find the sweaters?
(A) No, I don’t think it is. 30. Can you make sure there’s a slide projector
(B) On the second floor. in the boardroom?
(C) Thanks, where did you find it? (A) He’s on the Board of Directors.
(B) No, not that I’m aware of.
(C) I’ve already set it up.
33. Do you need the afternoon to finalize 40. I hear you’ll be retiring soon.
the budget, or can you help me plan the (A) Yes, in about a month.
presentation? (B) I always get sleepy after lunch.
(A) He’s been planning on it. (C) It’s almost twelve o’clock.
(B) The finance meeting is in the
boardroom.
(C) I should be able to help you by 3 P.M. Part 3: Short Conversations
34. What kind of refreshments are they planning Questions 41 through 43 refer to the following
for the reception? conversation.
(A) Reception is bad in this area. (M) I was wondering if we received the
(B) Just dessert with coffee and tea. contract from Ms. Park? She said last
(C) That was very kind of him. night that she’d fax it here today.
(W) It hasn’t arrived yet. Perhaps we should
35. Aren’t we going to collect money for a gift? call her if we don’t get it by lunchtime?
(A) Yes, we should do that.
(M) Well, it’s only ten o’clock in the
(B) It’s so nice of you to think of me. morning, and she’s very reliable. The
(C) I’ve been there. Seoul office is running so much better
since she became the manager.
36. How many callers responded to our radio
advertisement? Questions 44 through 46 refer to the following
(A) More than we expected. conversation.
(B) Sorry, I’ll lower the volume. (M) Mrs. Anderson, welcome back! How was
(C) It’s a four-color brochure. the vacation?
(W) It was great. I stayed at this tiny hotel
37. Did you get the pay raise you asked for?
by the lake, hiked during the day, and
(A) No, I don’t have any questions. visited local restaurants in the evenings.
(B) Yes, effective as of next week. It was wonderful. Thanks for watering
(C) Yes, four people are coming. my plants when I was away.
(M) That’s not a problem at all. You were
such a great help when we went on
vacation the last time. Oh, here are all
your newspapers, by the way. We picked
them up for you while you were away.
32. 7:30 is too early to meet. How about nine? 40. Have you forwarded the latest figures to Mr.
(A) She’s very well, thank you. Summers?
(B) I’m busy this afternoon. (A) I’ll put it back where it was.
(C) That’s fine with me. (B) Yes, we’ve made a lot of progress.
(C) I faxed them to him earlier today.
33. Why isn’t the elevator working today?
(A) They’re doing routine maintenance.
(B) Get off on floor eight. Part 3: Short Conversations
(C) No. She’s not on duty today.
Questions 41-43 refer to the following
conversation.
34. Will we have to vacate the building during
the fire drill? (M) Are there any further comments before
(A) That’s the standard safety procedure. we move on to the next item on the
agenda?
(B) We’ll bill them directly.
(C) During summer vacation. (W) No, I think we’ve covered everything.
(M) Good. Let’s now turn to the issue of
35. Have you cancelled the reservations? relocating the branch office.
(A) I have some doubts about it myself. (W) OK. Our lease expires in May. Why
(B) No, I completely forgot. don’t we just extend it for another six
(C) Yes, I can. months? That would leave us more time
to look for a bigger place in the same
36. Whose decision was it to change the colors neighborhood.
of the company logo?
(A) Our consultants suggested we do it. Questions 44-46 refer to the following
(B) No. It doesn’t belong to me. conversation.
(C) Red and green are my favorite colors. (W) Would you like to begin with an
appetizer this evening?
37. Is there any way to contact Roberto while (M) No thank you. I think we’ll just be
he’s abroad? having a main course.
(A) You can email him at his usual address.
(W) Are you ready to order now or would
(B) He’s left them on his desk. you like me to come back in a few
(C) Yes. He’s now on the board. minutes?
(M) I think we’re ready. We’d like to order
38. How do you manage to stay in such good
two seafood platters, please. One with
shape?
prawns and one with crab.
(A) It’s a perfect fit.
(B) Regular exercise and healthy food.
(C) I run the after-sales service.
(W) Allright. Here is your boarding pass with (M) Yup and for once I won’t be taking any
your seat assignment. The flight will work along with me.
begin boarding at 7:00 from gate E-3.
Enjoy your trip. Questions 62-64 refer to the following
conversation.
(M) I’m sure I will. Traveling business class
is always a pleasure, especially on an (W) Mr. Honda, the electricians will be
overnight flight like this. installing new cables next Monday. I’m
afraid you’ll have to vacate your office all
Questions 53-55 refer to the following day.
conversation. (M) All right. But is there another office I
(W) Don, is Margaret really leaving the can use?
company? (W) We’ve set up several workstations in the
(M) No, she’s been transferred to New York. conference room upstairs. You can use
They made her a Vice President. one of them if you’d like.
(W) Really? That’s great news. I had no idea (M) Walt a minute. We’d reserved that
she’d been promoted. room fora client meeting in the
afternoon. We’ll have to reschedule that
(M) She’s managed to do really well, immediately.
considering she only joined the group
four years ago. Questions 65-67 refer to the following
conversation.
Questions 56-58 refer to the following
conversation. (M) Print Express. Edward Hanser speaking.
How can I help you?
(M) Hi Nancy. Tom said you’re looking to
buy a place in the Greenwood area. (W) This is Edwina Lewis from Assist
Communication. It’s about the new
(W) As a matter of fact, we’ve found brochures that you delivered to us
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