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(A) The office tables are being wiped off.

(B) No man is working in the office.
(C) The pipes have been hung from the ceiling.
(D) The computers are being raised onto the tables.
5.

(A) He is working on a machine.

(B) He is cutting the paper in pieces.
(C) He is filing the documents.
(D) He is writing something on the paper.

2.

(A) The customers are dressed up.

(B) The customers are standing in front of the counter.
(C) One of the clerks is placing an item into the display case.
(D) One of the clerks is handing something to the customers.

6.

(A) The woman is looking through the microscope.

(B) The woman is putting on the protective glasses.
(C) The woman is using laboratory equipment.
(D) The woman is pouring liquid into a glass.

(A) They are paving the road.

(B) They are walking across the street.
(C) They are stuck in the middle of traffic.
(D) They are moving along the road.
7.

(A) People are leaving the stadium.

|B) The sports game has begun.
1C) Some people are facing a field,
p ) The stadium is completely empty.

(A) There are some chairs around the round table.

(B) There are glasses and plates on the table.
(C) Some diners are ordering in a restaurant.
(D) The glasses are being filled.

12. When did you buy this jacket?

(A) About two weeks ago,
(B) Any time now.
(C) Yes, its a little expensive.
13, What did the doctor say?
(A) The construction site is open.
(B) The construction vehicles are digging in the ground.
(C) The man is stopping traffic.
(D) The man is stacking up some construction materials.

(A) Its on the second floor.

{B) I think so too.
(C) He needs to run some tests.
14. Do you have change for five dollars?
(A) Well, let me just check.
(B) At the bank, next door.
{C) Its fine either way.
Is there a gym in this neighborhood?
{A) Yes, he lives on this street.
(B) They used to be so cheap.
(C) Theres one around the comer.

(A) People are sweeping the path.

16. Where do I park my car?

(B) The ground is covered with leaves.

{A) I like to go there for a walk.

(C) The leaves are being raked.

(B) in the basement right over there.

(D) The trees are being cut down.

(C) Its a new model, I think.

17. Could you explain this table to me?
(A) Ml try, but it looks complicated.
(B) Ml ask Bob if hes free.
(C) Wood and glass, I think.
18. Who requested the dental records?
(A) She is the best dentist.

(A) The aircraft is landing onto the ground.

(B) The data is recorded accurately.

jB) The passengers are exiting the plane.

(C) One of our patients.

(C) The sky is clear.

(D) The plane is parked at the airport.

19. Youre scheduled for the night shift next week, right?
(A) Yes, Ill be working until 10.
(B) Its next to the rest room.
(C) Pm leaving next week to London.

11. (A) 12. (A) .13. (C) 14 (A) 15. ( O '16.'(B) 17. (A) .18.
19. (A) 20. (C) '21 (B) 22. (B) 23. (B) 24. (A) 25. (C) 26. )'
27. (B) 28. (C) 29. (A) 30. (B) 31. (A) 32. (A) 33. (B) 34 (C)
35. (B) 36. (A) 37. (C) 38. !B) 39. (C) 40. (B)

20. Whats this meeting about?

(A) Ten-thirty sharp.
(B) In the seminar room.
(C) Delivery schedules.
21. Why is Kevin always late?

11. Wheres the nearest drugstore?

(A) I always knew these machines were slow.

(A) Theres one across the street.

(B) I have no idea. Someone should speak to him.

(B) Its on your desk, I think.

(C) He said hed finish it soon.

(C) Until eleven, most of the time.

22. Would you like to throw the boxes away or keep them?

32. Whos responsible for the marketing department currently?

(A) They are kept in the supply room.

(A) The former sales director is in charge.

(B) I think wed better hold on to them.

(B) The market is very competitive.

(C) Its only two blocks away.

(C) Im currently working in the accounting department.

23. Didnt you like Mr. Kims presentation?

33. How many copies should we take?

(A) Yes, its a gift for my wife.

(A) Not too well, im sorry.

(B) Actually, it was a bit boring.

(B) About twenty, I think.

(C) No, Craig is making a presentation this time.

(C) I took one yesterday.

24. Have they agreed to our conditions?

34. Isnt it time we leave for the conference?

(A) Yes, I believe so.

(B) Ill speak to him.

(A) Its in the hall on the left.

(B) It will go on for some time.

(C) They find it cold here.

(C) Yes, just give me a minute.

25. Do you know which bus goes downtown?

35. Dont you want to visit the city hall while youre in town?

(A) Its two bus stops away.

(A) Yes, Ill visit the museum next week.

(B) It only takes 30 minutes from here.

(B) I do, but I dont think I have enough time to do it.

(C) Sorry, I am a visitor here.

(C) No, its located at the intersection.

26. Can I leave a message for him?

36. Would you prefer a window table or a table in the center?

A) He should be back by Saturday.

(B) Certainly, Ill pass it on.

(A) Whatever comes first.

(C) He had to leave in a hurry.

(C) They said they would send out the mail.

27. How many people came to the shareholder meeting?

(B) I placed it by the window this morning.

37. Do you want me to take you to the airport, Mr. Bums?

(A) It will be next week.

(A) Because the flight has been delayed.

(B) Fewer than 100.

(B) To Berlin at 7 p.m.

(C) It was pretty positive.

(C) Thanks. That would be great.

28. Did he explain the procedure to you?

38. Could you tell me how I can cancel my reservation

(A) He said it is two blocks away.

tomorrow?

(B) Well give details later.

(A) Sorry, were fully booked.

(C) Oh yes, quite clearly.

(B) May I have your name, please?

(C) I can get there by 3 p.m. tomorrow.

129. You are going to be free in the afternoon, arent you?

(A) Yes, do you need any help?
(B) Yes, Im going to Tokyo tomorrow.
(C) It costs 20 dollars.

39. Should I have someone bring you the file or will you pick it
up yourself?
(A) Yes, Michael brought it in this morning.
(B) I think I misplaced the file somewhere in the office.

30. If the shipment arrives late, I think we should take the rest of

(C) I will come over after lunch.

the day off.

(A) Yes, I worked very late yesterday.
(B) That sounds like a better idea.
(C) Shipping costs are getting high.

40. I havent ordered refreshments for Toms retirement party

yet.
(A) It was a lovely party.
(B) I can help you with it if you want.

31. Could you recommend any good place to eat around here?

(C) The food there is so fresh.

(A) Theres one across the street.

(B) You need at least one recommendation.
(C) Yes, I already ordered my lunch.

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W; We need pictures of our employees for our silver jubilee
brochure. Can you arrange to get them by this evening?
M: Ill see what I can do. Most of our staff is busy with
arrangements for tomorrows anniversary function.
W: Maybe you could take the photographer to the cafeteria
during lunch hour. He can get all the pictures he wants.
M: Thats a Very good idea, thanks. I was wondering how to
organize it.

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W: Id like to see some formal shoes, please. Something in
black or tan would be fine.
M: Sure, weve just got in some new designs that are both
comfortable and elegant. What about this black pair?
W: I like the design of those brown shoes more. Could I just
try them on?
M: Im sorry, but we dont have your size in that design. But
if you order a pair, we could get them for you within a
week.

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W: Is Amy back from the seminar in Spain? I want her to go
through this report.
M: No, shes expected by Thursday at the earliest. Her
assistant Kim might be able to help out though. Amy
said shes knowledgeable.
JN: Maybe Ill get her opinion on it since its urgent.
M: Ill call and ask her to meet you immediately. Good luck
with it.

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W: Do I need to put more stamps on this letter? It has to go

to Los Angeles.
M: No, if its sent by ordinary mail. Express mail is faster,
but more expensive.
W: Well, ld like it to go as soon as possible. How much
more would express mail be?
M: Thatll be $4.75, maam. Ill just get you the extra
stamps, if youd like.

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W; Could you check on the arrangements in the conference
room for this evenings program? We may have more
guests than expected.
M: Sure, and Ill arrange for extra chairs. Is there anything
else you want me to do?
W: Please get Hari to ensure that all the sound equipment
is working fine. Last week we had a problem with the
microphones.
M: Yes, we need to be extra careful this time. But Im sure
Haris at his job already.

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W: How was your vacation, Dave? I heard you went to
Europe.
M: It was just great. Actually, I spent two weeks touring
France with my family.
W: Ive been to Paris, but that was on business last year. I'd
love to go to the French countryside.
M: You should go sometime. I can tell you the best places
to stay, visit and eat at.

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M: So youve re-installed the printer driver and rebooted
the computer, but its still not printing?
W: Thats right, Andy. I dont know what Im going to do.
I have to print out this report for the 2 oclock meeting,
and its already one. Everythings working except the
printer.
M: It must have something to do with your computer
because everyone else can print. Look, since you have
the Internet access, why dont you e-mail the report to
Mary and then print it from Marys computer? While
youre printing, Ill take a closer look at your computer
and see if I can fix it.
W: Thats a great idea.

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M: Wendy, could you send a memo to all of our contract

employees?

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We would like to remind passengers that this is a non

smoking facility. Please limit smoking to the designated

W: Absolutely. Whats it about?

areas located outside the terminal building. Under federal

M: Management has decided on a new payment system.

safety regulations, all bags are subject to search by

From now on, Id like everyone to send us an invoice for

security personnel. Please do not leave carry-on baggage

their work based on the same format. Ill send you the

unattended in the terminal building. If you see any

invoice template to attach to the e-mail. This way,

unattended baggage, please report it to security or an

everyones pay statements will look the same.

airline service official immediately. The gate areas are for

W: Thats a great idea. I know theres been some confusion

ticketed passengers only. Those awaiting arrivals may meet

with that. Ill send a copy to the accounting department

them at the shuttle train exit, located at the east end of the

as well, just so they know that the memos been sent.

terminal, or at their flights designated baggage claim area.

See the arrival board for flight numbers and corresponding

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W: Sarah told me you went to the new restaurant on Miller

carousel designations.

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Street. How was it?

M: The food there is just great, and the service is excellent,
too.
W: That sounds promising. Maybe Ill take our overseas
clients there this week. How are the prices?
M: Very reasonable. Heres their phone number if you need
to make a reservation.

Were proud to welcome you all to this Theatre Festival. As

you know, it is dedicated to the memory of award winning
playwright Immanuel Pareto. This week you will get to see
some of Mr. Paretos finest works brought alive on stage by
the most talented theatre groups in the country. As
| students of theatre, you will also get an opportunity to
! interact with the cast and crew of each play at a special

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| gathering after the days performance. Please restrict

! yourself to one question, so that everyone in the audience

W; John, theres a lady waiting for you in reception. Shes

been there for some time now.
M: Shes Amy Grant, the accountant we hired last week.
Could you take her over to Human Resources? They
can start processing her. Ill be there in 15 minutes.
W: Sure, Ill do that. The staff will be thankful for the extra

gets a chance to speak. We request you to turn off your

mobile phones during the question session. However, you
are welcome to take pictures of your favorite theatre stars
*at the end of the session. And now, Ms. Manuela Pareto,
who is herself an acclaimed actress, will share some
memories of her famous playwright father with you.

help. Will she start work right away?

M: Yes, but shell assist Mary for 15 days first, in order to
understand our systems and procedures. After that,
shell work independently.

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This is going to be a brief meeting. You are all aware of the

damage caused by last weeks hurricane. Many buildings
in this area have been seriously damaged. Our premises
have also been declared unsafe. So, we will now have to
move to the office bn 21st Street. For many of you this will
mean a rather long distance to travel every day. I know we

71. (C) 72. (D) 73. (B) 74. (C) 75. (D) 76. (B) 77. (D) 78. (A)

| will all miss being near the harbor. However, the city

79. (B) 80. (C) 81. (A) 82. (B) 83. (A) 84. (D) 85. (A) 86. (D)

council has approved our restoration plans and work has

87. (C) 88. (D) 89. (B) 90. (C) 91. (B) 92. (C) 93. (B) 94. (D)

already begun. If all goes well, we may be back here by the

95. (B) 96. (B) 97. (C) 98. (A) 99. (C) 100. (D)

end of the year.

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The city council is seriously considering rebuilding the
Latong Railway Station. It has approached our company.

The next two days will show a cold front moving toward the

Branson and Javier, to submit an estimate for the work As

center of the country, bringing cool temperatures to

you know, our nations very first passenger train steamed

Kentucky and Oklahoma. Texas will remain dry for the next

out of this station about 150 years ago, making it the oldest

week, while a new storm is already building up off the coast

station in the country. It is used by over 50,000 commuters

of Seattle. The city will be hit by a thunderstorm within the

even today. However, it cannot meet the rising demands of

next 6 hours or so. Georgia and Louisiana are on hurricane

rail travel. We have proposed that a new terminal be built

alert. In the east, expect sun and high temperatures

and the present station be converted into a Railway

everywhere.

Museum. This will ensure that commuters get the benefit of

the latest technology and conveniences while preserving

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an important part of our citys history. Our firm has already

submitted a proposal to the council and is waiting for it to

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