In the listening test, you will be asked to demonstrate how well you understand spoken English. The entire Listening test will last approximately 45minutes .There are four parts, and directions are given for each part. You must mark your answers on the separate computer screen. Do not write your answers in your test book.
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.
Example:Sample answer : A B C D
Statement (C),"They're standing near the table," is the best description of the picture, so you should select answer (C) and mark it on the computer screen.
1.2.3.PART 2Directions: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.
Example:Sample answer : A B C D
You will hear: Where is the meeting room?
You will also hear:(A): To meet the new director(B): It's the first room on the right(C): Yes. At two o'clockThe best response to the question "Where is the meeting room?" is choice B, "It's the first room on the right", so (B) is the correct answer. You should mark answer (B) on your answer sheet.
Mark your answer on the computer screen.
15.16.17.PART 3Directions:You will hear some conversations between two people. You will be asked to answer three questions about what the speakers say 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.
Questions 41-43 refer to the following conversation.
41.What are the speaker discussing?42.What type of activity is planned?43.What does the man say he will do?PART 4Directions: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.
Questions 77-79 refer to the following voice mail message.
77.Where is the speaker?78.Why is the speaker calling?79.According to the speaker, what will Mr. Schmidt do?PART 5Directions:A word or phrase is missing in each of the sentences below. Four answer choices are given below each sentence. Select the best answer to complete the sentence. Then mark the letter (A),(B), (C), or (D) on your answer sheet.
101. The new office computers were delivered last Tuesday, but they are still sitting in ______original boxes.PART 6Directions:Read the tests that follow. A word or phrase is missing in some of the sentences. Four answer choices are given below each of the sentences. Select the best answer to complete the text. Then mark the letter (A),(B), (C), or (D) on your answer sheet.
Date:October28From:Ken J.Flanagankjf@palmtreepark.comSubject:Winter Banquet
Hi everyone,I am writing to ask your opinions about __141___ year’s annual winter Banquet. The caterers have given us the option of making it a luncheon or a more formal evening event, ___142____on your preferences. I need each of you to let me know via e-mail whether you prefer the event to be held in the afternoon or in the evening. I will __143___ the results and book a banquet hall accordingly. Thank you for your cooperation.K. Flanagan
Questions 141-143 refer to the following e-mail.
141.142.143.ESTIMATE OF SERVICES
Date: March 8 For: Written By: Brad Wilson
We_ 144__ the roof of Mr. Ehret’s house, located at 13 North Culver Street in Halibut Creek. The tiles on the northwest side of the house show considerable chipping and cracking throughout.
After finishing the assessment, we discussed options for repair. Mr. Ehret requested that the tiling on the northwest roof of ____ 145____ house be replaced entirely.___ 146____ the dimensions of the house indicated on the attached sheet, the estimated cost of this work comes to $1,580, including materials and labor.
Questions 144-146 refer to the following information.
144.145.146.Geneva, Switzerland—The International Association of Orthopedic Surgeons __147_ held its 5th annual convention at the European Center in Geneva. The weeklong convention was resounding success, bringing in medical practitioners and researchers from around the world. The event included a number of lectures and workshops that were __148__ to the public.
Bernd Wassal, president of the association, voiced his gratitude to the city at the event’s closing dinner, and he announced his plans to hold the meeting in Geneva again in two years. Next year’s __149__ will be held in Tokyo.
Questions 147-149 refer to the following article.
147.148.149.PART 7Directions:In this part you will read a selection of texts, such as magazine and newspaper articles, letters, and advertisements. Each test is followed by several questions. Select the best answer for each question and mark the letter (A),(B), (C), or (D) on your answer sheet.
Questions 176-180 refer to the following letter.
176. What is the purpose of the letter?177. What kind of company does Nandita Bery work for?178. What does Mr. Johnson suggest in his letter?179. In paragraph 2, line1, the word “premises” is closest in meaning to180. When will the office most likely be closed for business?Questions 181-185 refer to the following letter and note.
181. What is suggested about Ms. Robinson?182. What information is NOT provided in Ms. Robinson’s letter?183. What was shipped with the note form Greene Electronics?184. How was the problem resolved?185. How is Ms. Robinson asked to contact the company in the future?