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listening comprehension. In this section of the test, you will have the chance to show how well you
understand spoken English. There are four parts to this section with special directions for each part, part
one directions. For each question, you will see a picture in your test book. And you will hear for short
statements. The statements will be spoken just one time, they will not be printed in your test book. So
you must listen carefully to understand what the speaker says. When you hear the four statements, look
at the picture in your test book and choose the statement that best describes what you see in the
picture. Then on your answer sheet, find the number of the question and mark your answer. Look at the
sample below. Now listen to the four statements. Hey, they're looking out the window. B they're having
a meeting. See, they're eating in a restaurant. D de they're moving the furniture. Statement B they're
having a meeting best describes what you can see in the picture. Therefore, you should choose answer B
go on to the next page. Now let us begin part one with question number one. Number one, look at the
picture marked

number one in your test book. A the fly is flying over our heads be the flight number has been changed.
See the plane is passing over the buildings. D the pilot is playing cards inside.

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Number two. Look at the picture marked number two in your test book. say they are wearing
eyeglasses. Be they're putting on their coats to leave. See they're buying a new tie for the meeting. D
they're getting a haircut. Number three look at the picture marked number three in your test book. A.
He's writing an article for publication. D he's reading a newspaper on the train. See he's combing his hair
without a mirror. D he's grinding some pepper. Number four. Look at the picture marked number four in
your test book. A two men are sitting down. B everyone is wearing a jacket. See all three are holding a
pen. D one man is looking out the window.

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Go on to the next page. Number five. Look at the picture marked number five in your test book. A the
fireman is putting out the flames. Be the customers are reading the menus. See the waiter is serving the
soup. D the chefs are preparing the meals. Number six. Look at the picture marked number six in your
test book. A The buildings are surrounded by water. B. The bridges cross the river. See both ridges are
steep and long. D the boats are lost at sea

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number seven. Look at the picture marked number seven in your test book. Hey The doctor is examining
the patient. The the medicines are being put on the table. See, the tailor is holding her arm. D the
surgeon is listening to music

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number eight look at the picture marked number eight in your test book. Hey, he's wiring his office. Be
he's using the keyboard. See he's repairing the computer. D he's making some notes. Go on to the next
page.

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Number nine. Look at the picture marked number nine in your test book. A. Only the woman is carrying
a briefcase. Be the man in the middle is in shirtsleeves. See, the man on the right is the tallest. D The
woman is walking between the men. Number 10. Look at the picture marked number 10 in your test
book. Hey, they're standing by the parked car. B they're getting into the backseat of the van. See, they
are paying the parking fee. D they are opening the suitcase

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number 11. Look at the picture marked number 11 in your test book. A. The signals are in the middle of
a traffic circle. B the pedestrian crossings are clearly marked. See the street is closed to the public. D the
underpass has been painted with stripes. Number 12 look at the picture marked number 12 in your test
book. Hey, she's getting ready to take off her hat. B she's carrying the basket in her arms. See she's
riding her bicycle down the street. D she's putting air in her tire.

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Go on to the next page. Number 13. Look at the picture marked number 13 in your test book. A the
people are eating in a restaurant. B the waitresses are cleaning off the tables. See the caterers are
storing the food. D The waiter is ordering the people to leave.

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Number 14 look at the picture marked number 14 in your test book. Hey, sales associate is arranging the
display. B the worker is sorting the office meal. See the carpenter is building some shelves. D the
shipping clerk is sealing the package
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number 15. Look at the picture marked number 15 in your test book. A shopping for produce. B he's
working in his vegetable garden. See, he's stopping his car by the marker. D he's weighing a bunch of
carrots number 16 look at the picture marked number 16 in your test book a They're pointing out the
window. B they're examining work on the table. See, they are sharpening their drafting pencils. D
they're turning on the overhead light. Go on to the next page number 17. Look at the picture marked
number 17. In your test book. A the gardener is clearing the branches away from the building. Be the
performer is balancing on one foot on a ladder. See, the construction worker is climbing the scaffolding.
D the electrician is raising the light pole in the field. Number 18 look at the picture marked number 18 in
your test book. A The doctor is writing a prescription. B the medicine is packaged in bottles and capsules.
See the patient is taking his medication. D the drug company is being sold. Number 19. Look at the
picture marked number 19 in your test book. Hey, she's holding the laptop computer. B she's watching
the passing scenery. See she's wearing a hat. D she's getting off the train

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number 20 look at the picture marked number 20 in your test book. Hey passengers are boarding the
bus. The motorcycles are racing down the street see all of the drivers are in one lane D signs are above
the street. Go on to the next page part two directions. In this part of the test, you will hear questions
spoken in English followed by three responses also spoken in English. The question and the responses
will be spoken just one time they will not be printed in your test book. So, you must listen carefully to
understand what the speakers say. You want to choose the best response to each question. Now listen
to a sample question. You will hear good morning john. How are you? You will also hear a I am fine
thank you b i am in the living room. See my name is john the best response to the question How are you
is choice A? I am fine thank you. Therefore you should choose answer a. Now let us begin Part Two with
Question number 21. Number 21 What time does the next boss arrive? A the driver is over there. Be it
stops at the corner. See? It runs every 15 minutes. Number 22 Why did you cancel his trip? Hey, early
this morning. B he always gives good advice. See, he didn't think it was safe. Number 23. I received
information about the refund. Did you hey it came yesterday in the Mail. Be. The receipt shows the
amount. See, I'm going to invest the money. Number 24. What is the latest news on the acquisition?
Hey, I bought that a long time ago.

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The management will make an announcement today. See? I'm 10 minutes late. Number 25. Did you see
the new computer model at the show?
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Hey, my daughter wants to be a model. B. Yes. I liked it so much that I bought one.

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See, the show will close in 30 minutes. Number 26. Where does she live now? Hey, she needs less time
to get to work. Be she leaves in 45 minutes. See? She moved to the suburbs. Number 27. I didn't hear
you. Could you repeat the question? Hey, I don't know the answer. Be I asked when the report would be
released. See, I'll eat over here.

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Number 28. When will the telephone bill be mailed? Hey, you should receive it next week. Be the
account representative will send it see it must include a stamp.

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Number 29. who donated money for the library? A an anonymous group raise the funds. The librarians
work until 8pm. See, there is a 50 cent fee for late books. Number 30. What is the weather forecast for
tomorrow? Hey, it was sunny, but windy. Be the forecaster is coming to see they're predicting a warm
day.

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Number 31. How many signatures Do we need for the contract? Hey, just won the chairman's bee. Each
sign costs more than $100. See, the contact number is on my desk. Number 32. Didn't you work with
Charles before? a? No, I don't think we should hire him. B. No, she's not at work today. See? No, I
worked with his brother. Number 33. Could you tell me how to get to the bus station.

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Hey, it's two blocks from here just to end right at Main. B. bus number 42 goes directly to the airport.
See, I think 98.7 is a much better station. Number 34. Will the members approve the budget? Hey, it
won't be easy, but I think they will
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be the improvements were already made. See, they have very high salaries. Number 35. How can I
exchange this person product A,

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this size is too large. B. They can help you on the second floor. See, we don't accept foreign currency.
Number 36. Have you selected a doctor from the health plan? A Fortunately, I can use the same
physician. The I had the flu and missed the meeting. See? He won over 50% of the vote. Number 37.
Would you like to share a ride with me to the airport? Hey, that will be half price.

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Be thanks, but I already called a taxi. See? I just missed my plane. Number 38. Is it true that Joan was
fired? A she gave her assistant arrays be over 500 acres were destroyed by fire? See, that's what
everyone says. Number 39. Has anyone seen our new technology center? Hey, we need high speed
computer chips.

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Be I was there last year. See, put the new chair in the center of the room.

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Number 40. Why was the interest rate changed? A we found it very boring. B The economy was growing
too fast. See? I ate something interesting. Number 41. Who do you think will win the award? Hey, both
Ben and Jerry deserve it. B she only won because of her connections. See? They'll pay a full year salary.
Number 42. Where will they finish their trip? Hey, their last stop. Is Tokyo. Be on July 30. She leaves for
Cairo. See us in Geneva for a week. Number 43. How do they transport the diamonds? A report was
closed for safety reasons. B. box was stolen last year. See they are sent by courier

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number 44. Are you going to the seminar? Hey, it was very well organized. B No, he forgot to register.
See? I should but I have other plans. Number 45. At what time is the staff meeting? Hey, after lunch
when everyone has returned? Be I expect everyone to attend. See? It should take 15 minutes. Number
46. What is the status of the project? Hey, the manager has a very important meeting. D we're right on
schedule. C see the team likes the assignments

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number 47 How can they concentrate with all this noise? Hey, my nose is very sensitive. The the
accident didn't affect his hearing. See? They're used to it. Number 48. She heard about the job. Hey, the
herd of cows is in the field. Be? Yes, but she doesn't want it. See? No, I'm not interested in it. Number
49. When is the part shipment expected? Hey, apparently it has been delayed for several days. Be you
can unload it in the back. See they leave from the regional port. Number 50. He finished writing the
report, didn't he? Hey, the tape was recorded yesterday. The No, she doesn't read it. See? Actually, it
was done a week ago. Go on to the next page. Part three directions. In this part of the test, you will hear
30 short conversations between two people. The conversations will not be printed in your test book.
You will hear the conversations only once. So you must listen carefully to understand what the speakers
say. In your test book, you will read a question about each conversation. The question will be followed
by four answers. You want to choose the best answer to each question and mark it on your answer
sheet. Now let us begin Part Three with Question number 51. Number 51.

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Are you coming into work this weekend?

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I wasn't planning to. But I may stop by on Sunday morning and work for a few hours.

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I am going to work late tonight. I wish I had known about this deadline before today.

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Number 52.

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My movers come tomorrow to deliver my household goods.

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Are there a lot of boxes?

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Yes. It'll take me a week to unpack everything.

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Number 53

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we need to hire an office manager immediately.

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That's for sure. We don't have any supplies.

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Not only that, no one is paid our telephone bill or mail service.

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Number 54. You were so lucky that he gave you tickets to the game last night.

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I never imagined that it would be so exciting. They won the division championship.
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The last game that I went to ended zero to zero. I almost fell asleep.

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Number 55.

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Have you seen your new office?

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What new office? Everyone is in an open space?

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How will that work? No one will have any privacy.

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Number 56

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I haven't had any coffee or soda now for three days.

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That's wonderful. I should have less caffeine as well. It makes me nervous. You were
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telling me I almost yelled at James and he didn't do anything.

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Number 57.

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We're supposed to go to dinner tonight with Luciana and David,

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I know, but I'm exhausted. Do you think they would mind if we went another day?

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I'll call them but you never know how they will react.

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Number 58.

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I tried to reach you at the office, but the line was busy.

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I'm sorry. We're having problems with our telephone service.

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Well, now that I found you, I can tell you the great news

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number 59.

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JACK, Mr. Stevens wants to see you in his office.

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Do you know why? I hope I haven't done anything wrong.

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Don't worry. He just wants to go over some numbers.

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Number 60.

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Do you want to get something to eat?

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Sure. But can you wait 45 minutes? I have to finish one thing.

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No problem. Call me when you're ready.

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Number 61. Please,

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I need to speak with Mark.

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Let me transfer you to his extension. If he isn't there, you can leave a voice message?

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No, please. I have been transferred to his extension five times already. And I need to speak to him in
person.

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Number 62.

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Are you taking any vacation time in the next couple of months?

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I'm not sure. Why do you ask?

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I'm trying to create a master schedule a vacation times so that we can plan better.
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Go on to the next page. Number 63.

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I just saw an in the hall. Did you talk to her yet about attending the conference?

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No, she just got back to the office yesterday.

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We'll talk to her soon. You have to register for it well in advance.

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Number 64.

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We are not ready to release the product to the public.

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But we have no choice. Everyone is expecting it next month.

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I don't care will ruin our reputation for high quality if we do.

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Number 65.

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You should come during the fall for your next visit.

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I will it hasn't stopped raining since I stepped off the airplane. At least it has been mild.

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Usually in April. It's not only wet, but also cold.

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Number 66.

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Is the transit strike still on?

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The union and management met last night. But there wasn't any agreement.

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No buses, no trains, traffic is going to be horrible for a while.

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Number 67. Sherry,

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if you have some time, could you help me copy this report?

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I'll see what I can do. Carl and I are meeting with two vendors this afternoon.

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Well, let me know. Remember, we have to send this to Rogers finance group first thing in the morning.

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Number 68.

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The council votes tonight on the expansion of the port.

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It will mean a lot of work for us if it is approved.

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I know. But it's not a sure bet. A lot of environmental groups are opposed to the plan.

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Number 69.
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Good evening. I have a reservation for a group of eight under my name, Anderson.

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Anderson. I'm sorry, I don't see your name. What time was the reservation

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7pm. I called on Wednesday and spoke to the owner Dana McCain.

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Number 70

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Good evening. How can I help you?

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I just landed from Singapore. I'd like a quiet non smoking room.

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Let me see what is available. One moment please.

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Number 71.

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It looks as though we may have to delay the move.

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What's wrong now? I thought we had to move by the end of the month. Apparently,

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they need to connect some computer lines before we move in.

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Number 72

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you have to read the latest edition of marketing news.

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I received it last night in the mail. It has some excellent articles.

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It always does. There's always something to learn.

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Number 73.

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Mike called today, he's in the hospital.

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Is he okay? I just spoke with him yesterday and he was fine.

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He was in a car accident last night on his way home from work.

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Number 74.

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Has anyone found your identification?

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Not yet. I'm going to wait until tomorrow and then I'll call security. In the meantime,

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I'll give you a temporary card so that you can enter and exit the building.

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Number 75.

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Where are you taking man to celebrate her promotion?

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I thought I'd take her to the little French place downtown. We haven't been there yet. Be

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sure to make reservations. They have been booked since they opened.

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Number 76.

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You shouldn't have any trouble finding the conference center. It's well marked.

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I'll be fine. Mario wrote directions for me and gave me a map.

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I wish I could go with you. But I'll see you there the day after next.

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Number 77.

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If I dropped the film off today, can Joanne pick it up tomorrow?

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If she comes in after four the pictures will be ready.

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Thank you so much. I know you're doing a special favor.

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Number 78.

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How long is the trip to Ankara?

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Well, I fly from Los Angeles to Paris and then to Turkey. It's around 17 hours

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better you than me. I don't enjoy those trips anymore.

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Number 79.

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I'm sending you a list of changes that must be made right away.

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I was just leaving for a meeting tonight. Can I do it first thing in the morning?
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Well, as long as I have it on my desk by 10am. That will be all right.

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Number 80.

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Don't forget to bring an umbrella tomorrow. There will be showers all day.

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Thanks for reminding me. I always forget and then I have to borrow one or get wet.

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I know. That's why I'm telling you now.

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part four directions. In this part of the test, you will hear several short talks. Each will be spoken just one
time. They will not be printed in your test book. So you must listen carefully to understand and
remember what is said. In your test book. You will read two or more questions about each short talk.
The questions will be followed by four answers. You want to choose the best answer to each question
and mark it on your answer sheet. Questions 81 and 82. Refer to the following speech.

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Good afternoon and welcome To the grand opening of grand department store, here is a coupon for a
free drink at our cafe. We are open until nine this evening, and there will be music and entertainment
from seven to nine. Today only everything in the store is 15% off the listed price. In addition, if you apply
for a grant account, you will receive an additional 10% discount. Enjoy your shopping.
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Questions 81 and 82, refer to the following speech.

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Good afternoon, and welcome to the grand opening of grand department store. Here is a coupon for a
free drink at our cafe. We are open until nine this evening, and there will be music and entertainment
from seven to nine. Today only everything in the store is 15% off the listed price. In addition, if you apply
for a grant account, you will receive an additional 10% discount. Enjoy your shopping.

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Now read question 81 in your test book and answer it. Now read question 82 in your test book and
answer it. Questions 83 and 84 refer to the following announcement.

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We'll begin our weekly meeting with an announcement. After months of searching, we're pleased to
have finally found new office space. It took us longer than expected, but it was worth the weight. The
new office is on ninth and ball right across from decks tech. Since decks tech is one of our largest
accounts, the location couldn't be more convenient. We'll be moving the first week of October, which is
just one month away. We have lots to do. And we'll be asking for all of your help.

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Now read question 83 in your test book and answer it. Now read question 84 in your test book and
answer it. Questions 85 and 86 refer to the following short talk.

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My name is Bob. First, I'll give you a tour of the facility. And then we can talk about prices. I see that
you're interested in tennis and swimming. So let's go out to the courts. First. We have 10 outdoor and
five indoor courts, and during peak times Reservations are recommended. Our club professional gives
private lessons and offers an open clinic on Saturday mornings. The club team starts competition in early
April. Next to the front desk, we have a pro shop where you can purchase equipment and clothes. We'll
go down the stairs now to the swimming pool.
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Now read question 85 in your test book and answer it. Now read question 86 in your test book and
answer it. Questions 87 through 89. Refer to the following Talk.

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Thank you for inviting me to speak tonight. I represent one of the fastest growing organizations in the
world. Instant marketing has offices in 50 countries and more than 12,000 representatives. We began
operations 15 years ago. Since then, we've demonstrated how any organization can increase profits by
identifying customers and their needs. Our business model can be used for any size business from a
multinational giant to a local entrepreneur. My goal tonight is to give you an idea of what instant
marketing does and talk specifically about the role of an instant marketing representative. I'll answer
questions at the end. And for those of you who are interested in becoming a representative, I have
application forms.

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Now read question 87 in your test book and answer it. Now read question 88 in your test book and
answer it.

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Now read question 89 in your textbook and answer it. Questions 90 and 91 refer to the following short
talk.

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Please, ladies and gentlemen, may I please have your attention. It is our great privilege to introduce to
you the man who revolutionized our industry. In 2002, consumption of red meat had hit an all time low
in the country. The man who is with us here tonight, was able to turn that all around with the
introduction of his brilliant advertising campaign. As a result, not only were ad campaigns forever
changed, but meat consumption reached all time highs. Join me in welcoming our hero, Mr. JACK Neil.

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Now requestion 90 in your test book and answer it. Now read question 91 in your test, book and answer
questions 92 and 93. Refer to the following announcement.

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Attention all passengers in approximately 30 minutes we will be crossing the border, a customs official
will pass by each compartment to check all passengers documents, you will not be allowed to leave the
train. So please do not get off. It is necessary to present documents for all passengers. So for those
traveling with small children, please have all papers together. As a reminder, no locally grown fruits or
vegetables can be transported across the border. The officials will have containers for any items that
need to be discarded. If you have any items to declare complete one of the forms that are hanging on
the front wall. Thank you for your attention.

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Now read question 92 in your test book and answer it. Now read question 93 in your test book and
answer it. Question questions 94 through 97. Refer to the following talk.

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Today we will conclude this year series of talks on design in the workplace. Many of us began to work
when a symbol of success was the corner office. Then, the workplace environment changed with the
concept of open space in cubicles. Our hosts tonight will lead a discussion with five workplace designers
about the effectiveness and limitations of open space. They will discuss the latest trends and show us
examples of their innovative designs. Afterwards, three members of the audience have brought videos
of their current offices, which we'll look at and the experts will comment on.

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Now read question 94 in your test book and answer it. Now read question 95 in your test book and to
answer it.

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Now read question 96 in your test book and to answer it. Now read question 97 in your test book and
answer it. Questions 98 through 100 refer to the following announcement.
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The Commission on excellence in innovation has received over 500 entries in this year's contest. A panel
of 25 judges has reviewed in depth each of the entries. This process as you can imagine has been time
consuming. However, the commission is pleased to announce the winners of the contest. The top five
entries will receive a one year scholarship at the Commission's headquarters in Bern Switzerland. There
the winners will be able to continue their research and experimentation with all costs covered. The
grand winner, in addition to the urine Baron, will receive a cash award of $100,000. before announcing
the winners, we would like to congratulate all contestants for the fine projects that were submitted.

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Now read question 98 in your test book and answer it now read question 99 in your test book and
answer it

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now read question 100 in your test book and answer it This is the end of the listening comprehension
portion of practice test to turn to Part Five in your test book and CD three