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[ "W: I'm sorry. This window table is taken, but No. 3 is free.", "M: It doesn't matter. I'll take it. The menu, please." ]
[ { "answer": "Sit at another table.", "choice": [ "Sit at another table.", "Buy the table.", "Move the table to the window." ], "question": "What will the man do?" } ]
12-235
[ "W: Hello, this is Jenny from Sony. I would like to book a conference room for the 29th and 30th next month.", "M: OK, 35 pounds per day." ]
[ { "answer": "70 pounds.", "choice": [ "30 pounds.", "35 pounds.", "70 pounds." ], "question": "How much will Jenny pay?" } ]
7-133
[ "W: Excuse me, my watch stopped running, and I am not sure what's wrong with it.", "M: Well, let me look at it. Hmm, it seems that it just needs a new battery.", "W: Oh, that's really. I got some water on it last week and I was afraid that it might ruin the watch.", "M: How much is a new battery?", "M: It's 6.99, and we not only change a battery but also guarantee it for a year. And if you have the watch cleaned here, we can guarantee it for an additional three months.", "W: That sounds like a good deal. I'll get my battery here. When will it be ready?", "M: Usually I can do it right away but now I'm repairing lots of watches and I am way behind. Can you leave your watch here until 5 PM?", "W: Okey, see you then." ]
[ { "answer": "It needs a new battery.", "choice": [ "It needs cleaning.", "It is ruined by water.", "It needs a new battery." ], "question": "What is the problem with the woman's watch?" }, { "answer": "One-year guarantee.", "choice": [ "A free battery.", "One-year guarantee.", "Free cleaning service." ], "question": "What does the shop offer if one changes a battery there?" }, { "answer": "The man can't fix it at the moment.", "choice": [ "The man can't fix it at the moment.", "The woman doesn't have enough money on her.", "There is no right battery in the shop now." ], "question": "Why can't the woman have her watch repaired right away?" } ]
7-311
[ "M: Good morning, madam.", "W: Good morning. I wonder if you can help. I've lost my coat.", "M: Where did you lose it, madam?", "W: Er... I left it on a bus yesterday morning.", "M: Can you describe it? Is it a raincoat?", "W: No. It's a long white overcoat. It's got a belt, and one of those thick furry collars that keep your ears warm. It's a very nice coat, actually.", "M: Hmm. I'm afraid we haven't got anything like that, madam. Sorry. But, may I have your name and your telephone number? We'll contact you as soon as we've got it." ]
[ { "answer": "A lost overcoat.", "choice": [ "A raincoat.", "A lost overcoat.", "A new belt." ], "question": "What are the two speakers mainly talking about?" }, { "answer": "He can't help her.", "choice": [ "He can't telephone her.", "He forgets her name.", "He can't help her." ], "question": "Why does the man feel sorry for the woman?" } ]
4-1525
[ "M: I think I've got this experiment set up right now.", "W: You only think it's right? In chemistry you've got to be sure." ]
[ { "answer": "He must be extremely careful.", "choice": [ "He should not do the experiment after all.", "He must be extremely careful.", "She will help him do the experiment." ], "question": "What's the woman suggesting to the man?" } ]
17-89
[ "W: I read in the newspaper that the novel you are reading is excellent.", "M: I've also read some negative reviews." ]
[ { "answer": "Opinions about the book are varied.", "choice": [ "Opinions about the book are varied.", "The man thinks the book is excellent.", "You shouldn't believe everything you read." ], "question": "What can be learned from the conversation?" } ]
5-306
[ "M: What day is today?", "F: It is Wednesday." ]
[ { "answer": "It is Wednesday.", "choice": [ "It is windy.", "It is Wednesday.", "It is sunny." ], "question": "What day is today?" } ]
12-412
[ "F: I think a doctor should be a friendly person.", "M: Yes, I agree." ]
[ { "answer": "Friendly.", "choice": [ "Friendly.", "Friend.", "Strict." ], "question": "What do they think about a doctor?" } ]
12-387
[ "W: Harry, guess what? I've just received an email from Pamela. She and Peter are coming down to see us this weekend.", "M: Oh, that's good news! We haven't seen them for ages.", "W: Yeah. The last time we met them was at our wedding three years ago.", "M: Did Pamela mention how long they'll stay?", "W: About one week.", "M: Great! I can't wait to show them around our new house.", "W: Me too. We haven't had any guests since we moved in here. If the weather is fine, we can have a barbecue in the garden.", "M: Good idea. I'll go to the market tomorrow to buy all the things we'll need." ]
[ { "answer": "Having guests this weekend.", "choice": [ "Having guests this weekend.", "Going out for sightseeing.", "Moving into a new house." ], "question": "What are the speakers talking about?" }, { "answer": "Husband and wife.", "choice": [ "Neighbors.", "Husband and wife.", "Host and visitor." ], "question": "What is the relationship between the speakers?" }, { "answer": "Do some shopping.", "choice": [ "Work in his garden.", "Have a barbecue.", "Do some shopping." ], "question": "What will the man do tomorrow?" } ]
4-1353
[ "W: HOW do I take the medicine, doctor?", "M: Three times a day and two tablets each time." ]
[ { "answer": "At a hospital.", "choice": [ "At a hospital.", "At a shop.", "At a bar." ], "question": "Where does the conversation most likely take place?" } ]
21-179
[ "M: Hello, Yang Mei. I hear you're going to the United States.", "W: Yes. I'm going with my grandma. We're going to see my parents in New Jersey.", "M: When are you leaving, then?", "W: This Friday evening. Our plane leaves at seven fifteen.", "M: How long will you be there?", "W: Six months.", "M: Six months! Do you go and see my grandparents in New York?", "W: Of course, I will. I want to see as many places as I can. How can I travel?", "M: Most people travel by car. The roads are very good.", "W: But I don't have a car and I can't drive. Is there any other way to travel?", "M: You can travel by bus. It's very cheap.", "W: Can't I travel by train?", "M: Yes, you can. The train is expensive in the States, but it's fast.", "W: Thank you very much. Well, must be off now. See you when I get back.", "M: Good luck and have a good trip!" ]
[ { "answer": "To see her parents.", "choice": [ "To Bob's house.", "To see her grandparents.", "To see her parents." ], "question": "What is Yang Mei going to the United States for?" } ]
16-88
[ "M: Oh, it is terribly hot! I cannot bear it any longer.", "W: Oh, come on. Why keep on complaining about things you can do nothing about?" ]
[ { "answer": "Impatient.", "choice": [ "Impatient.", "Very angry.", "Patient." ], "question": "What is the woman's attitude toward the man's words?" } ]
3-86
[ "W: The seminar originally scheduled for today has been cancelled. The hours I've spent preparing for it are totally wasted.", "M: Not really. As far as I know it's been postponed till next week." ]
[ { "answer": "It has been put off.", "choice": [ "It will be held in a different place,", "It has been put off.", "It has been cancelled." ], "question": "What does the man say about the seminar?" } ]
5-432
[ "W: Good morning. Sit down please, Mr. Johnson.", "M: Thank you, madam.", "W: I have read your letter here. You seemed to have done very well at school. Can you tell me something about your school work?", "M: As you can see, my strongest subjects were arts subjects. My best subject was history and my second best was geography. However, my favorite subject was math, and the results I got in the math paper were quite reasonable.", "W: That's true. Now, can you tell me why you think these subjects will help you in this job?", "M: Well, madam, I understand that you manufacture computers, prepare software, and advise clients on how to use them. Is that right?", "W: That's right.", "M: And I've been told that working with computers needs a logical mind rather than great skills in mathematics. That's especially true, I believe, when it comes to writing programs. So I think my results show that I have some ability in logic and in mathematics as well.", "W: So, you would like to write material for computers, would you?", "M: Yes, madam. That's what interests me most about computers - writing programs, but I think the computer industry itself is still expanding enormously. I'm sure that career prospects in the industry would be very good no matter what sort of job I went into.", "W: I see, well, thank you. I've enjoyed our talk. We'll be writing to you.", "M: Thank you, madam. Good morning." ]
[ { "answer": "mathematics", "choice": [ "history", "geography", "mathematics" ], "question": "According to the conversation, Mr. Johnson is NOT very strong in ________." }, { "answer": "logic", "choice": [ "logic", "writing", "history" ], "question": "Mr. Johnson thinks that ________ can help him a lot in the job." }, { "answer": "computer programmer", "choice": [ "adviser", "computer programmer", "product designer" ], "question": "Mr. Johnson would like to work as a (n)" } ]
10-11
[ "W: You two are quite different. How did your company put you two together as a team?", "M: At first, they wanted to hear our harmony. We sang to them and they really liked to. So they decided that it would be best to put us together as a group.", "W: What are some of the distinctive features of your music?", "M: We have a variety of different songs; we have four different styles: soft rock, slow music, love songs and country music. But we are most at home with soft rock. I really like our voices merged together and I like how it sounds. Actually, there is a song called Studying. Our company really likes the song because it represents our voice.", "W: What would you like to bring to the audience through your music?", "M: I'd like to recommend our first song to everyone. The name of the song is Believe. The main idea we want to share is that we want to tell everyone you have to believe in yourself before people can believe in you. Actually we want to bring our music to everyone and make everyone happy. Music is something all around you. You can listen to music and you can feel what the music says." ]
[ { "answer": "Their voices make a good match.", "choice": [ "They are both talented singers.", "They are both popular among fans.", "Their voices make a good match." ], "question": "Why did the company put the two singers together as a group?" }, { "answer": "Soft rock.", "choice": [ "Soft rock.", "Slow music.", "Love songs." ], "question": "What are the two singers best at?" }, { "answer": "It brings out the best of the singers' voice.", "choice": [ "It displays a different singing style.", "It has some distinguishing features.", "It brings out the best of the singers' voice." ], "question": "Why does the company like the song \"Studying\"?" }, { "answer": "Trust yourself before others trust you.", "choice": [ "Make music part of your life.", "Share your happiness with others.", "Trust yourself before others trust you." ], "question": "What is the main idea of the song \"Believe\" according to the man?" } ]
9-124
[ "M: Did you go to the basketball match last Saturday?", "W: Oh, yes. It was supposed to start at 8:30,but it was delayed 15 minutes." ]
[ { "answer": "At 8:45.", "choice": [ "At 8:45.", "At 9:15.", "At 8:15." ], "question": "At what time did the basketball match start last Saturday?" } ]
17-13
[ "W: Hal, how long did it take you to finish Mr. Winter's home-work assignment?", "M: Not long. I was able to do the whole thing this morning before class." ]
[ { "answer": "Did his homework.", "choice": [ "Met Mr. Winter.", "Worked all night.", "Did his homework." ], "question": "What did Hal do?" } ]
20-27
[ "M: Hi, Betty. How are things going with you?", "W: Not bad. I need a summer job.", "M: I was reading the wanted ads. Here's something for you. Wanted: Waitress for a new restaurant.", "W: Thank you. I'll have a try." ]
[ { "answer": "Waitress.", "choice": [ "Waiter.", "Waitress.", "Cook." ], "question": "What is wanted in the ad?" } ]
4-225
[ "M: I want to buy some first-class stamps. Do you sell them in little packets?", "W: Yes. This one has twenty first-class stamps, and the total bill is $ 3.12." ]
[ { "answer": "Twenty.", "choice": [ "Three.", "Eight.", "Twenty." ], "question": "How many stamps are there in a small packet?" } ]
20-38
[ "W: Morning, this is TGC.", "M: Good morning. Walter Barry here, calling from London. Could I speak to Mr. Grand, please?", "W: Who's calling, please?", "M: Walter Barry, from London.", "W: What is it about, please?", "M: Well, I understand that your company has a chemical processing plant. My own company, LCP, Liquid Control Products, is a leader in safety from leaks in the field of chemical processing. I would like to speak to Mr. Grand to discuss ways in which we could help TGC protect itself from such problems and save money at the same time.", "W: Yes, I see. Well, Mr. Grand is not available just now.", "M: Can you tell me when I could reach him?", "W: He's very busy for the next few days – then he'll be away in New York. So it's difficult to give you a time.", "M: Could I speak to someone else, perhaps?", "W: Who in particular?", "M: A colleague for example?", "W: You're speaking to his personal assistant. I can deal with calls for Mr. Grand.", "M: Yes, well, could I ring him tomorrow?", "W: No, I'm sorry he won't be free tomorrow. Listen, let me suggest something. You send us details of your products and services, together with references from other companies and then we'll contact you.", "M: Yes, that's very kind of you. I have your address.", "W: Very good, Mr....", "M: Barry. Walter Barry from LCP in London.", "W: Right, Mr. Barry. We look forward to hearing from you.", "M: Thank you. Goodbye.", "W: Bye." ]
[ { "answer": "It has a chemical processing plant.", "choice": [ "It has a partnership with LCP.", "It has a chemical processing plant.", "It specializes in safety from leaks." ], "question": "What do we learn about the woman's company?" }, { "answer": "He is a salesman.", "choice": [ "He is a chemist.", "He is a salesman.", "He is a safety inspector." ], "question": "What do we learn about the man?" }, { "answer": "Mr. Grand's personal assistant.", "choice": [ "The public relations officer.", "Mr. Grand's personal assistant.", "Director of the safety department." ], "question": "What is the woman's position in her company?" }, { "answer": "Provide details of their products and services.", "choice": [ "Wait for Mr. Grand to call back.", "Leave a message for Mr. Grand.", "Provide details of their products and services." ], "question": "What does the woman suggest the man do?" } ]
5-785
[ "M: Did you take notes in math class? If so, can I borrow them? I wasn't there because I was at an amusement park.", "W: I do have some notes, but I am reading them right now. Maybe you should ask another one for help." ]
[ { "answer": "Borrowing notes.", "choice": [ "Taking math class.", "Borrowing notes.", "Visiting the amusement park." ], "question": "What is the conversation mainly about?" } ]
7-252
[ "W: Do you know that Michael Owen has won France Footballs Golden Ball Prize?", "M: Not a surprise. He has 20 goals this season." ]
[ { "answer": "A football player.", "choice": [ "A football player.", "A football team.", "A football match." ], "question": "What are the two speakers talking about?" } ]
17-139
[ "W: Look at this catalogue, John. I think I want to get this red blouse.", "M: Err, I think you've already one like this in blue. Do you need every color in the rainbow?" ]
[ { "answer": "He would rather the woman didn't buy the blouse.", "choice": [ "He would rather the woman didn't buy the blouse.", "The woman needs blouses in the colors of a rainbow.", "The information in the catalog is not always reliable." ], "question": "What does the man mean?" } ]
5-535
[ "W: Did Jack find the tape he borrowed from Paul? Do you know?", "M: He looked everywhere for it, but in the end he had to go to the party without it." ]
[ { "answer": "The tape was missing.", "choice": [ "Jack brought the tape to the party.", "The tape had been returned to Paul.", "The tape was missing." ], "question": "What do we learn from the conversation?" } ]
5-691
[ "M: Amy, what was your first job?", "W: Well, when I graduated from the college in 1998, I worked first as a secretary to the General Manager. That lasted for two years. Then I was promoted the Personnel Manager.", "M: What were your duties?", "W: I was responsible for all personnel matters.", "M: Did you enjoy it?", "W: Well, the people were nice. I liked the people I worked with. But the job was poorly paid.", "M: And how long did you stay there?", "W: Oh, about a year. I left because I wanted to apply for a position in the Sales Department. That's where I work now." ]
[ { "answer": "Secretary to General Manager.", "choice": [ "Personnel manager.", "Engineer.", "Secretary to General Manager." ], "question": "What was Amy's firstjob?" }, { "answer": "Personnel manager.", "choice": [ "General manager.", "Salesman.", "Personnel manager." ], "question": "What was Amy's second job?" }, { "answer": "One year.", "choice": [ "One year.", "Half a year.", "One and a half years." ], "question": "How long did Amy stay in the Personnel Department?" } ]
21-4
[ "W: ABC company. Can I help you?", "M: Can you put me through to Mr Brown in the Sales Department?", "W: I'm afraid Mr Brown is at a meeting at the moment.", "M: Can I leave a message?", "W: Certainly.", "M: Can you ask Mr Brown to call me at 1300-621-7865?", "W: Who is calling, please?", "M: Alan Peterson.", "W: OK. Mr Peterson. Can you repeat the phone number?", "M: That's 1300-621-7865.", "W: OK. I'll ask Mr Brown to call you as soon as the meeting is over.", "M: Thanks. Bye." ]
[ { "answer": "He is having a meeting.", "choice": [ "He is in the Sales Department.", "He is having a meeting.", "He is busy." ], "question": "Where is Mr Brown?" }, { "answer": "1300-621-7865.", "choice": [ "1300-621-7865.", "1300-612-7685.", "1360-620-7568." ], "question": "What is Mr Peterson's telephone number?" } ]
2-58
[ "W: Hello, Bill. You are reading the novel again.", "M: Yes, I will never be tired of it. I have read three times. I can always learn something new from it every time I read it.", "W: Really? Who's the writer?", "M: Charles Dickens. I think he's a great English writer. What about you?", "W: So do I. He is also my favorite foreign writer. What do you think about it?", "M: It's exciting.", "W: Where did you buy it?", "M: In the Rese Bookshop.", "W: I don't know where it is. Is it far from here?", "M: No. Only 10 minutes' walk from here. Next to the People's Cinema.", "W: Oh. I see. I am going there to get one, too. Thank you.", "M: You are welcome." ]
[ { "answer": "Exciting.", "choice": [ "Exciting.", "Boring.", "Just so-so." ], "question": "How does Bill feel the novel?" }, { "answer": "She likes Dickens' books best.", "choice": [ "She comes from England.", "She likes learning something new from the book.", "She likes Dickens' books best." ], "question": "What do we know about the woman?" }, { "answer": "She will go to the bookshop and buy one.", "choice": [ "She will go to the library to borrow a copy of the novel.", "She will go to the bookshop and buy one.", "She will go to the People's Cinema." ], "question": "What will the woman do next?" } ]
3-210
[ "W: Do you hear anything?", "M: Yes, someone is calling me outside the door." ]
[ { "answer": "He hears someone calling him.", "choice": [ "He hears someone singing.", "He hears someone calling him.", "He hears someone calling the woman." ], "question": "What does the man hear?" } ]
11-240
[ "W: How came you were absent from class yesterday morning, Henry?", "M: I'm sorry, Madam. My cousin was coming home from England, and I had to go to the airport with my father to meet him.", "W: Better ask for permission next time." ]
[ { "answer": "He went to meet his cousin yesterday morning.", "choice": [ "He saw off his father at the airport yesterday.", "He was late for class yesterday morning.", "He went to meet his cousin yesterday morning." ], "question": "What do we know about the man?" } ]
4-216
[ "M: Are you going to leave school at the end of the term?", "W: Yes, I am.", "M: What are you going to do?", "W: I'm going to be a clerk.", "M: What does a clerk do?", "W: He works in an office. He writes letters and reports, and he types.", "M: I want to be a vet.", "W: A what?", "M: A vet--a veterinary surgeon.", "W: Good gracious! What is that?", "M: A vet's a man who takes care of sick animals. He is an animal doctor.", "W: I once read a story about a person who talked to animal. It was very interesting.", "M: I think I will learn to exchange with animals, understand their feelings and become their best friend.", "W: I am sure you will be a good vet." ]
[ { "answer": "A clerk.", "choice": [ "A musician.", "A clerk.", "A vet." ], "question": "What does the woman want to be after she leaves school?" }, { "answer": "An animal doctor.", "choice": [ "An engineer.", "A clerk.", "An animal doctor." ], "question": "What does the man want to be ______." }, { "answer": "Admired.", "choice": [ "Cold.", "Jealous.", "Admired." ], "question": "What is the woman's attitude to the man ______." }, { "answer": "At the end of the term.", "choice": [ "At the beginning of the term.", "At the end of the term.", "At the middle of the term." ], "question": "When will the woman leave the school?" } ]
14-52
[ "F: I think a businessman should be good-looking.", "M: No, I don't agree." ]
[ { "answer": "Good-looking.", "choice": [ "Wen-mannered.", "Good-looking.", "Good-humoured." ], "question": "What does the woman think a businessman should be?" } ]
11-69
[ "W: How did you ever move that desk upstairs to your room?", "M: It was very heavy. But I got my roommates to help me with it." ]
[ { "answer": "He and his roommates moved the desk to his room.", "choice": [ "He and his roommates moved the desk to his room.", "The desk wasn't as heavy as it looked.", "His roommates found him another desk." ], "question": "What does the man mean?" } ]
16-119
[ "M: Why did Jack suddenly decide to quit his job?", "W: He said he wouldn't break his back working for such low pay.", "M: I see." ]
[ { "answer": "was not satisfied with his plan", "choice": [ "hurt himself during his work", "was not satisfied with his plan", "wanted to work harder" ], "question": "Jackson changed his job because he ________." } ]
10-49
[ "W: Bill, do you live far from school?", "M: No, I live close to school. What about you, Mary?", "W: I live far from school. It's 50 minutes by bike.", "M: John lives farther than you. He goes to school by train." ]
[ { "answer": "John.", "choice": [ "John.", "Bill.", "Mary." ], "question": "Who lives the farthest from school?" }, { "answer": "It's 50 minutes.", "choice": [ "It's 30 minutes.", "It's 40 minutes.", "It's 50 minutes." ], "question": "How long does Mary get to school by bike?" } ]
8-49
[ "W: Mr. Stone's lessons were a waste of time. He was always telling Funny stories.", "M: But he was actually covering what we should learn." ]
[ { "answer": "Helpful.", "choice": [ "Boring.", "Helpful.", "Unnecessary." ], "question": "What does the man think of Mr. Stone's lessons?" } ]
2-71
[ "W: I heard that PICC is going to hold interviews on campus next week.", "M: Yeah, what day? I'd like to talk to them and drop my resume." ]
[ { "answer": "Apply for a job with PICC.", "choice": [ "Get a job on campus.", "Get her resume ready.", "Apply for a job with PICC." ], "question": "What does the woman intend to do?" } ]
10-19
[ "M: Have you seen Kate recently, Vicky?", "W: Yes, I have. I saw her a couple of days ago. She hasn't been very well in the last couple of weeks.", "M: Has she seen a doctor since she's been ill?", "W: Yes, she has. The doctor told her to take it easy for a while, but she hasn't been taking his advice. She's as busy as usual.", "M: Do you think it useful for me to ask her to have a rest when I go to see her? Or shall we go together?", "W: I think you can go yourself and show your concern to her since she sometimes would take your advice. So it's unnecessary for me to go with you. What's more, I've got some other things to do at the moment." ]
[ { "answer": "Two days ago.", "choice": [ "Two days ago.", "Two weeks ago.", "A week ago." ], "question": "When did the woman go to see Kate?" }, { "answer": "She hasn't got well though she has seen a doctor.", "choice": [ "The doctor's advice does her no good.", "She hasn't got well though she has seen a doctor.", "She's too busy to see a doctor." ], "question": "What do we know about Kate?" }, { "answer": "The man.", "choice": [ "The woman.", "The man.", "Both of them." ], "question": "Who will go to see Kate?" } ]
4-468
[ "M: Shopping for furniture can be such a pain! It's so crowed here!", "W: Let's write down the prices first. A sofa is 4,000; bookshelves are 2, 500 each; a bed is 1, 200; a dining table and chairs are 6,000 a set. I think we can get the sofa in Ikea, the bed, and the dining table and chairs from Design 2000.", "M: That's good. Wait a minute. One more thing, we need a lamp for our study, remember? I think we can get a nice one from Pricerite for about $ 150. Let me see, we don't need a bedside table anymore." ]
[ { "answer": "At Design 2000.", "choice": [ "At Design 2000.", "At Pricerite.", "At Ikea." ], "question": "Where will the woman buy the bed?" }, { "answer": "A lamp.", "choice": [ "A bedside table.", "A dining table.", "A lamp." ], "question": "What have the speakers nearly forgotten to buy?" } ]
9-5
[ "M: Something very unusual happened to me this morning.", "W: Really? What was it?", "M: I was studying in the classroom when Tom came rushing in.", "W: Yes?", "M: He told me there was a telegram for me at the gate house! Someone was ill in my family.", "W: Goodness me! I hate telegrams. They seldom bring any good news.", "M: Yes, that's just how I felt. My legs turned to water, so I asked Tom to accompany me to the school gate.", "W: I can imagine how you felt.", "M: On my way to the school gate I was thinking terrible things. What could have happened at home, you know, and all that.", "W: Yes, of course. I understand.", "M: So when I tore the telegram open, my fingers were trembling.", "W: Dear me!", "M: But when I read the telegram, I just couldn't make heads or tails out of it.", "W: How strange! What did it say?", "M: It said: Return immediately. Uncle seriously ill.", "W: Oh, I am sorry to hear that.", "M: But the surprising part about it is that I have no uncle.", "W: Indeed!", "M: I could hardly believe my own eyes. But it was written there in black and white. Then I happened to glance at the address to a \"Carl\", not \"Carol\".", "W: Well, I never!", "M: You can never imagine how relieved I was.", "W: Yes. What a relief! But what did Tom have to say?", "M: Tom was so embarrassed. He kept apologizing all the way back.", "W: He has always been quite careless." ]
[ { "answer": "Return immediately for somebody was seriously ill at home.", "choice": [ "Return immediately for somebody was seriously ill at home.", "Return immediately for his aunt is expecting him.", "Return immediately for something unusual happened at home." ], "question": "What does the telegram say?" }, { "answer": "Because this telegram was not addressed to him.", "choice": [ "Because the telegram was a false one.", "Because this telegram was not addressed to him.", "Because his uncle wasn't ill at all." ], "question": "Why was the man relieved at last?" }, { "answer": "Warm-hearted but careless.", "choice": [ "Warm-hearted but careless.", "Curious and mischievous.", "Helpful and tricky." ], "question": "What kind of person is Tom supposed to be?" } ]
17-262
[ "W: I hear there is a good Japanese restaurant nearby. Would you like to gothere for lunch?", "M: Yes, but it's my treat this time." ]
[ { "answer": "He wants to pay.", "choice": [ "He wants to pay.", "he doesn't want to eat out", "He wants to eat somewhere else." ], "question": "What does the man mean?" } ]
5-633
[ "M: Oh, I am starving.", "W: Me too. Shall we eat out? There is a new French restaurant down the street.", "M: Oh, forget about it. I went there with a friend last week. The menu was all in French and I just couldn't read it.", "W: That's what you are paying for.", "M: Maybe. But I should say everything was expensive and nothing was to my satisfaction.", "W: Then how about the Italian restaurant on the next block.", "M: Well. I ate out almost every day last week. Let's just eat in today.", "W: But I am not in the mood to cook.", "M: I will cook then. In fact, I am sick and tired of restaurant. I just want a home-cook meal." ]
[ { "answer": "The price is too high.", "choice": [ "The menu is too old.", "It's too far away.", "The price is too high." ], "question": "What does the man think of the French restaurant?" }, { "answer": "He's tired of eating out.", "choice": [ "He's in a bad mood.", "He's good at cooking.", "He's tired of eating out." ], "question": "Why does the man want to eat in?" } ]
9-50
[ "M: Why don't you come to our house for dinner some time next week?", "W: I'd like to, but we have visitors from Finland, perhaps next week." ]
[ { "answer": "She has visitors next week.", "choice": [ "She is going to Finland.", "She has visitors next week.", "She has guests at her home." ], "question": "Why can't the woman accept the man's invitation?" } ]
5-280
[ "M: What's that book you just picked up?", "W: The sociology text professor Smith uses in his course.", "M: You had better read it if you want to pass the course.", "W: But it is too expensive. I simply can't afford it.", "M: How much does it cost?", "W: It costs 40 dollars.", "M: Did you check the used book section here? Maybe they have one.", "W: No, they don't. I have asked.", "M: Why don't you get it from the library?", "W: Are you joking? I've been trying for months and the book is always out. There are more than 45 students in the course and every single one wants the book.", "M: Listen, you know my roommate, Henry, don't you? He took the same course last year and I believe he owns the book. I'll ask him if he'll lend it to you.", "W: Oh, Tom, that would settle everything. That's very kind of you.", "M: My pleasure." ]
[ { "answer": "Because it's too expensive.", "choice": [ "Because it's too expensive.", "Because she doesn't need it.", "Because she can buy it everywhere." ], "question": "Why doesn't the woman buy the book?" }, { "answer": "It is the major text for the course.", "choice": [ "The professor had written it.", "It is the major text for the course.", "It contains new sociological evidence." ], "question": "Why did the man suggest the woman read the book?" }, { "answer": "It's in great demand.", "choice": [ "It wasn't published recently.", "It's in great demand.", "It was sold out already." ], "question": "Why can't the woman get the book from the library?" }, { "answer": "She thinks it's a good one.", "choice": [ "She thinks it's a good one.", "She doesn't want to bother Tom's roommate.", "She thinks it won't work." ], "question": "How did the woman react to Tom's idea?" } ]
9-84
[ "W: Good morning, Jack. Late again! What's the excuse this time?", "M: I'm awfully sorry I must have turned the alarm off and gone back to sleep again." ]
[ { "answer": "The man always has excuses for being late.", "choice": [ "The woman is strict with her employees.", "The man always has excuses for being late.", "The woman is a kind-hearted boss." ], "question": "What do we learn from the conversation?" } ]
5-380
[ "W: I want to ask the Johnsons to come to the party. Do you know their address?", "M: No. But I like them to come. I think Tom can give you their address." ]
[ { "answer": "Get the Johnsons' address.", "choice": [ "Ask Tom to send an invitation.", "Get the Johnsons' address.", "Invite Tom to the party." ], "question": "What is the woman going to do?" } ]
5-703
[ "Man: Hey, hey, neighbor. What are you doing with my trees? My wife planted that tree 25 years ago. Get off that ladder.", "Neighbor: Listen. Even though the trees are in your yard, some of the branches hang over into mine, and I am getting sick and tired of raking up your leaves and picking up all the branches that fall off during storms throughout the year. And the walnuts off this tree ... they litter my yard and damage my lawnmower when I cut the grass. And my dog eats them, and he ends up with terrible diarrhea.", "Man: Still. You can't cut off those branches.", "Neighbor: Watch me. It's completely legal. I check the city code and law regarding this issue, and I am well within my rights.", "Man: I'm not sure about that. Anyway, It's just not right. You didn't say anything to us about it ...", "Neighbor: I don't have to.", "Man: Yeah, but you could have said something. Anything! I mean I want to stay on friendly terms with you, but the basic courtesy of informing your neighbors is the least you could have done.", "Neighbor: Okay. I'm cutting down your branches. You've been informed ... now, stand back!", "Man: Hey. Don't expect an invitation to our next barbecue or book club!", "Neighbor: See if I care. Hey, what are you doing? Stop shaking the ladder. You're acting juvenile now. Help!" ]
[ { "answer": "The trees dump too many leaves into the yard.", "choice": [ "The branches are very old and long.", "The trees dump too many leaves into the yard.", "The dogs are scared of them during storms." ], "question": "What is one problem with the man's trees?" }, { "answer": "25", "choice": [ "20", "23", "25" ], "question": "The tree was planted ______________ years ago." }, { "answer": "He suffers from intestinal problems.", "choice": [ "He pukes all over the place.", "He chokes on them and can't breathe.", "He suffers from intestinal problems." ], "question": "What happens to the dog when he eats the walnuts?" }, { "answer": "Some of the branches cross over into the neighbor's yard.", "choice": [ "Some of the branches cross over into the neighbor's yard.", "The trees are becoming a real fire danger.", "He has a city permit to cut and remove the trees." ], "question": "Why is the neighbor able to cut the other man's trees?" }, { "answer": "The neighbors get into a big fight.", "choice": [ "The men get together for a barbecue.", "The neighbors get into a big fight.", "The men become friends and plant trees." ], "question": "What do you think happens at the end of the conversation?" } ]
1-120
[ "W: Mike, it's 10:00. What are you doing?", "M: Oh, I'm reading something." ]
[ { "answer": "Reading something.", "choice": [ "Sleeping.", "Reading something.", "Watching TV." ], "question": "What is Mike doing?" } ]
13-16
[ "M: Parcel Express, good morning! How can I help you?", "W: Good morning. I'm thinking of sending a parcel to New York next week. Can you tell me what the procedure is, please?", "M: Certainly. When you ring us, we need the following information. The invoice address: that's probably your address, isn't it? And then, the pickup address. That's different. And the contact phone number.", "W: Just a moment. I'm taking notes. Phone number, right.", "M: Then we need the full name, address and phone number of the person you are sending the parcel to.", "W: Ok, anything else?", "M: Yes, the weight and dimensions of the parcel. That's height, weight and length. And the value of the goods and full description.", "W: Value, description.", "M: Yes, but don't seal the parcel. You need to leave it open so that the driver can check the contents when he collects it. After the recent bombing, the airline said that we'd have to check all parcels. They told us we had to do it.", "W: Fine. Now last question. How long will the parcel take to get to New York?", "M: One to two working days. There are daily flights at midday. And if we collect the parcel from you at 10:15 then your parcel catches that flight and it will arrive in 24 hours.", "W: Right. Thank you very much. You've been very helpful.", "M: Not at all. Goodbye.", "W: Goodbye." ]
[ { "answer": "receipt", "choice": [ "name", "address", "receipt" ], "question": "Parcel Express needs the following details about the sender EXCEPT" }, { "answer": "security check", "choice": [ "customs' check", "security check", "convenience's sake" ], "question": "Parcels must be left open mainly for ________." }, { "answer": "the time needed for sending the parcel", "choice": [ "the time needed for sending the parcel", "the flight time to New York", "the parcel destination" ], "question": "The woman's last inquiry is mainly concerned with ________." } ]
10-13
[ "W: Excuse me, where can I find dictionaries?", "M: The regular-priced ones are here. Plus, we have some on sale over on that table." ]
[ { "answer": "In a bookstore.", "choice": [ "In a bookstore.", "In a reading room.", "In a furniture store." ], "question": "Where does this conversation probably take place?" } ]
17-140
[ "M: Where are you going on vacation this summer?", "W: A nice place called Montague appeals to me. It's $18 a day or $115 a week." ]
[ { "answer": "$115.", "choice": [ "$116.", "$150.", "$115." ], "question": "How much would it cost to stay at Montague for a week?" } ]
21-311
[ "M: I'd dike some red roses.", "W: Is it your wife's birthday?", "M: No, it's our wedding anniversary. She really likes roses. So I give her some every week. I just wish they would stay fresh longer than they do.", "W: If you put a little sugar in the water they will stay fresh for days.", "M: Really? I want to try to use white vinegar in the water and it helped a little.", "W: Sugar is even better.", "M: It is worth trying, I will tell my wife. How much do I owe you?", "W: Let's see. They are $ 10 a dozen. So that will be $ 5.00.", "M: OK. Here you are.", "W: Thank you. Here are the flowers." ]
[ { "answer": "Every week.", "choice": [ "Every week.", "Every month.", "Every year." ], "question": "How often does the man give his wife roses?" }, { "answer": "Because it's their wedding anniversary.", "choice": [ "Because it's their wedding anniversary.", "Because it's his wife's birthday.", "Because it's his birthday." ], "question": "Why does the man buy some red roses?" }, { "answer": "Put some sugar in the water.", "choice": [ "Put some sugar in the water.", "Prevent roses from the sunshine.", "Put a little vinegar in the water." ], "question": "What does the woman suggest to make roses stay fresh?" } ]
15-117
[ "M: I've been here many times. There are quite a lot of delicious dishes to choose from. What are you thinking of ordering?", "W: Well, I haven't decided yet. What are you going to order?", "M: I think I'll have the roast chicken. They really make it well here.", "W: I had roast chicken yesterday when I ate out with Shelly.", "M: Their beef steak is good, too. You can have it served with beans and mushrooms.", "W: But I'm not that hungry. Is the fried fish or the seafood salad good?", "M: Never had them before. Maybe if you get the steak, we could share.", "W: That sounds like a good idea." ]
[ { "answer": "It offers many tasty dishes.", "choice": [ "It's the biggest one around.", "It offers many tasty dishes.", "It's famous for its seafood." ], "question": "What does the man say about the restaurant?" }, { "answer": "Beef steak.", "choice": [ "Fried fish.", "Roast chicken.", "Beef steak." ], "question": "What will the woman probably order?" } ]
4-1371
[ "W: Are you glad that you came to Washington?", "M: Yes, indeed, I'd considered going to New York or Boston. But I've never regretted my decision." ]
[ { "answer": "In Washington.", "choice": [ "In Washington.", "In New York.", "In Boston." ], "question": "Where is the man now?" } ]
3-42
[ "M: I didn't have any trouble in finding accommodation in Britain.", "W: According to my experience, it sounds too good to be true." ]
[ { "answer": "She doesn't agree with the man.", "choice": [ "She doesn't agree with the man.", "She is good at finding a place to stay.", "She could hardly find the truth." ], "question": "what does the woman mean?" } ]
7-377
[ "W: Did you listen to tomorrow's weather report on the radio?", "M: No, but my mum listened, she says the weather will be changing. It will probably rain or snow for the next few days. We will have to give up our picnic." ]
[ { "answer": "Sunny.", "choice": [ "Rainy.", "Sunny.", "Snowy." ], "question": "What is the weather most probably like now?" } ]
14-298
[ "M: My mobile keeps going wrong. I'd like to buy a new one.", "W: Don't you see the price keeps going down these days? I insist that we wait some time so that we can save more money.", "M: You have a point there, but it is inconvenient for me with this broken mobile. Sometimes it powers off by itself. It really makes me very angry when I am talking with someone.", "W: In that case,you'd better buy a new one.", "M: Well, I'll buy one this evening after supper.", "W: All right.", "M: Let's go to the shop together so that you can give me some advice." ]
[ { "answer": "To wait some time.", "choice": [ "To wait some time.", "To have the mobile phone repaired.", "To buy a new one." ], "question": "What did the woman advise the man to do at first?" }, { "answer": "It powers off by itself.", "choice": [ "It cannot be repaired.", "It powers off by itself.", "It's too old." ], "question": "What's wrong with the man's mobile phone?" } ]
4-226
[ "M: How do you manage to feed your family when food prices are so high?", "W: We have a garden and some fruit trees, and we raise some fish in the small pond." ]
[ { "answer": "They produce part of their own food.", "choice": [ "They produce part of their own food.", "They sell their own produce.", "They feed their family on cheap food." ], "question": "What does the woman's family do about the high cost of food?" } ]
5-251
[ "W: Anything interesting in the paper today?", "M: Let's have a look. Well, yeah, there are a few here that might interest us. Here's one for just under 400. It only has one bedroom but it sounds nice. Near a park. It'd be nice to live near a park.", "W: Mm. But, you know, 390 seems expensive for just one bedroom.", "M: Yes, you're right. Oh, here's one that's a little cheaper, near University Avenue. It's 350.", "W: How many bedrooms?", "M: Just one again. That's not a very nice area.", "W: No, it's pretty noisy. I'd prefer a larger place really.", "M: Yeah. Let me see what the cheapest twobedroom apartment is. Oh, here's a real bargain. It's only 350. But it doesn't have any furniture.", "W: No. You know how much it can cost to furnish an apartment.", "M: Oh, here's another one for just over 400. This sounds very interesting. It's on Metealfe. That's a nice street.", "W: Yes, it's quiet." ]
[ { "answer": "390.", "choice": [ "350.", "390.", "400." ], "question": "How much does the apartment near a park cost?" }, { "answer": "It's noisy.", "choice": [ "It's most expensive.", "It's too large.", "It's noisy." ], "question": "What do we know about the one near University Avenue?" }, { "answer": "It's a quiet street.", "choice": [ "It's near a university.", "It's a quiet street.", "It's near a park." ], "question": "What do we know about Metealfe?" } ]
4-63
[ "M: Hello, Mrs. Taylor. Can you help me? I'm doing my homework and I can't understand this word.", "W: Which one? Oh, I can't help you right away...I'm watching something on TV.", "M: Oh? What are you watching?", "W: I'm watching a cowboy film.", "M: Can Mr. Taylor help me?", "W: No, he can't now, Paul. He's reading.", "M: What is he reading?", "W: He's reading a magazine.", "M: What about Kate?", "W: Oh, she can't help you either. She's making a phone call now.", "M: Oh? Who's she calling?", "W: She's calling her boyfriend.", "M: Then where is Jack? Can I ask for help from him?", "W: He hasn't been home yet...Why? You're asking a lot of questions tonight, Paul.", "M: Am I?...Well, I'm practicing my English." ]
[ { "answer": "Because she is watching a film on TV.", "choice": [ "Because she doesn't know the word, either.", "Because she is reading a magazine.", "Because she is watching a film on TV." ], "question": "Why can't Mrs. Taylor help Paul right away?" }, { "answer": "To improve his spoken English.", "choice": [ "To improve his spoken English.", "To know more about the family.", "To get closer to the family." ], "question": "Why is Paul asking so many questions?" }, { "answer": "Four.", "choice": [ "Three.", "Four.", "Five" ], "question": "How many people are there in the Taylors' family?" }, { "answer": "English is not Paul's native language.", "choice": [ "The Taylors don't like Paul.", "English is not Paul's native language.", "English words are difficult for native speakers to explain." ], "question": "What can you infer from the dialogue?" } ]
4-8
[ "M: Oh, no! I'm supposed to meet her at seven sharp. What time is it now?", "W: Six thirty.", "M: I'd better get ready.", "W: Where are you going?", "M: Haven't made up our minds yet. Maybe to a restaurant, or perhaps to the movies first.", "W: Why don't you go and see Citizen Kane at the Classic Film Festival? It's supposed to be great.", "M: Oh, maybe we will. Psycho is also playing. I've heard it's really good, too.", "W: If you like horror films with lots of blood. Personally I don't. Well, I really should be going. Do you want to go swimming tomorrow?", "M: I'd be glad to, but I might have to go to the studio and do some work. Can I let you know the first thing in the morning?", "W: Sure. That'll be fine.", "M: Oh, there's the phone. It must be Tracy.", "W: Well, I'd better be going then. Have a good time tonight.", "M: Thanks. I'll ta lk to you tomorrow." ]
[ { "answer": "At 7:00.", "choice": [ "At 6:30.", "At 7:00.", "At 7:30." ], "question": "When will the man and Tracy meet?" }, { "answer": "Horror films.", "choice": [ "Detective films.", "Films about love.", "Horror films." ], "question": "What film doesn't the woman like?" }, { "answer": "Go to the studio.", "choice": [ "Go to the studio.", "See a film.", "Do some reading." ], "question": "What might the man do tomorrow?" }, { "answer": "Tomorrow morning.", "choice": [ "Tomorrow afternoon.", "Tonight.", "Tomorrow morning." ], "question": "will the man let the woman know the first thing?" } ]
4-56
[ "W: Can you speak up a little? I can hardly hear you.", "M: All right. Is that better now?" ]
[ { "answer": "The man tries speaking loud enough.", "choice": [ "The woman has no problem hearing the man.:", "The man tries speaking loud enough.", "The woman can't understand the man." ], "question": "What can we conclude from the talk?" } ]
21-37
[ "M: How are their talks going on? Have reached any agreement?", "W: They only seem to have agreed to set another date for further talks." ]
[ { "answer": "The talks haven't achieved much.", "choice": [ "The talks haven't started yet.", "The talks haven't achieved much.", "The talks have produced a general agreement." ], "question": "What can we infer from the conversation?" } ]
5-277
[ "M: We are going to play the piano at the contest tomorrow. How do you feel about it?", "W: Oh, I'm really worried about it.", "M: Me, too." ]
[ { "answer": "Worried.", "choice": [ "Surprised.", "Light-hearted.", "Worried." ], "question": "How does the man feel about the contest?" } ]
4-751
[ "M: What do you think you'll be doing in five years' time, Carrie?", "W: I definitely won't be working as a car park attendant. I want to become an opera singer. I hope I'll be living in Milan. What about you, Frank?", "M: Unless I pass my exams, I'll probably serve rude customers in the restaurant.", "W: Come on. Don't be so sad. Cheer up, Frank." ]
[ { "answer": "Because he is afraid that he cannot pass the examination.", "choice": [ "Because he wants to be a singer but he cannot.", "Because he won't be able to live in Milan.", "Because he is afraid that he cannot pass the examination." ], "question": "Why is Frank so sad about his future planning?" } ]
15-98
[ "W: What time is it now?", "M: It's half past seven. I think we will be late for the film.", "W: Don't worry. There is still twenty minutes to go.", "M: But it's three kilometers from here to the cinema. How can we get there in such a short time?", "W: I think we can walk there in twenty minutes.", "M: But I am afraid I can't walk that far.", "W: If you don't feel like walking, we can take a taxi.", "M: Hey, taxi!" ]
[ { "answer": "At 7:50.", "choice": [ "At 7:30.", "At 7:50.", "At 8:20." ], "question": "When will the film start?" }, { "answer": "By taxi.", "choice": [ "On foot.", "By bus.", "By taxi." ], "question": "How will the speakers go to the cinema?" } ]
4-904
[ "M: I'm sorry to have kept you waiting for such a long time. I didn't think the meeting would be so long.", "W: That's all right, Dr. Green. I've got the data you required and a few reference books which I think may be useful to your representation at the conference." ]
[ { "answer": "To help him prepare for the conference.", "choice": [ "To help him prepare for the conference.", "To see if he is ready for the coming conference.", "To tell him something about the conference." ], "question": "What's purpose of the woman's visit to the man?" } ]
5-287
[ "M: Hurry, there is a bus coming.", "W: Why run? There will be another one in two or three minutes." ]
[ { "answer": "The next bus is coming soon.", "choice": [ "The next bus is coming soon.", "The bus will wait a few minutes at thestop.", "There are only two or three passengers waiting for the bus." ], "question": "What does the woman mean?" } ]
5-732
[ "M: Do you know James? He's in your class.", "W: Certainly, in fact he was the first person I got to know in my class. Istill remember the look on his face when he showed up late on the first day ofschool." ]
[ { "answer": "He was late for school on the first day.", "choice": [ "He was late for school on the first day.", "He had a funny face.", "He was the first person she met at school." ], "question": "Why did the woman remember James so well?" } ]
5-725
[ "W: I don't think we have enough information for our presentation, but we have to give it tomorrow. There doesn't seem to be much we can do about it.", "M: Yeah, at this point we'll have to make do with what we've got." ]
[ { "answer": "Just make use of whatever information is available.", "choice": [ "Just make use of whatever information is available.", "Put more effort into preparing for the presentation.", "Find more relevant information for their work." ], "question": "What does the man suggest they do?" } ]
5-563
[ "M: I think I'll give Jack a call now.", "W: Isn't it a little late at night?" ]
[ { "answer": "It would be better to call another time.", "choice": [ "She asked the man to call Jack late at night.", "Jack gets home late in the evening.", "It would be better to call another time." ], "question": "What does the woman imply?" } ]
4-29
[ "F: Will you help me with my English?", "M: I'm glad to, but I'm afraid I won't be free these days." ]
[ { "answer": "He is too busy to help the woman these days.", "choice": [ "He is glad to help the woman.", "He doesn't like to help the woman.", "He is too busy to help the woman these days." ], "question": "What does the man mean?" } ]
12-85
[ "M: Hi, Jenny, are you still up for next Saturday's get-together?", "W: Yeah. What's the latest?", "M: We're meeting at 6 outside Harold's Fish and Chip shop. Then, once we're all together, we'll go to the Skylight." ]
[ { "answer": "Meet outside a shop.", "choice": [ "Go to the Skylight.", "Meet outside a shop.", "Have a get-together." ], "question": "What are they going to do first?" } ]
4-593
[ "W: Prof. Clark said that the mid-term exam would cover the first fifteen lessons.", "M: Really? I thought it only included the first thirteen lessons. Then I must spend the weekend to go over the rest of the lessons." ]
[ { "answer": "He will review 2 more lessons.", "choice": [ "He will review 2 more lessons.", "He will study the other 20 lessons.", "He will go over the 13 lessons." ], "question": "What will the man do at the weekend?" } ]
7-60
[ "M: When did you start writing your book? During college?", "W: No, I didn't start until after college." ]
[ { "answer": "The woman's writing career", "choice": [ "College life", "A graduation ceremony", "The woman's writing career" ], "question": "What are the speakers mainly talking about?" } ]
4-421
[ "W: Can I go out with friends, Dad?", "M: Yes, Carol, but you can't go out in those clothes. It's freezing today.", "W: Okay, Dad. I'll wear something warmer." ]
[ { "answer": "Put on warm clothes.", "choice": [ "Talk with her friends.", "Go out with him.", "Put on warm clothes." ], "question": "What does Carol's father ask her to do?" } ]
4-1321
[ "M: Did you remember to get the bread?", "F: I'm afraid not." ]
[ { "answer": "Get the bread", "choice": [ "Drink milk", "Have a break", "Get the bread" ], "question": "What does the woman forget to do?" } ]
12-330
[ "M: You're going to wear out that typewriter.", "W: Oh, hi. What are you doing here at this time of night?", "M: I should ask you that question. Do you have any idea what time it is?", "W: About ten or ten-thirty?", "M: It's nearly midnight.", "W: Really? I didn't have any idea it was so late.", "M: Don't you have an early class tomorrow morning?", "W: Yes, at seven o'clock. My part-time class, for the students who go to work right after their lesson.", "M: Then you ought to go to bed.", "W: Ok." ]
[ { "answer": "Nearly at midnight.", "choice": [ "At ten.", "At ten-thirty.", "Nearly at midnight." ], "question": "When is the conversation taking place?" }, { "answer": "At 7: 00.", "choice": [ "At 7: 00.", "At 7: 30.", "At 8: 00." ], "question": "When does the woman's early class begin?" }, { "answer": "A part-time class.", "choice": [ "Writing class.", "A part-time class.", "The passage doesn't tell us." ], "question": "What class the woman will teach tomorrow?" } ]
14-32
[ "M: Would you like to go dancing with me this evening?", "W: I'd love to. But I'm just getting over the flu.", "M: Well, why don't we do something else, like go to a movie?", "W: Oh, no, thanks. Really, I'm still too weak for anything." ]
[ { "answer": "She is recovering from an illness", "choice": [ "She doesn't like going to the movies", "She has to work hard for two weeks", "She is recovering from an illness" ], "question": "Why does the woman reject the man's invitation?" } ]
17-283
[ "M: What do you enjoy about holidays and special occasions?", "W: I enjoy seeing family and friends, and I enjoy inviting people to my home. What about you?", "M: I enjoy everything about holidays." ]
[ { "answer": "What they enjoy doing during holidays.", "choice": [ "How to spend their next holidays.", "What they enjoy doing during holidays.", "Their family and friends." ], "question": "What are the speakers talking about?" } ]
4-943
[ "W: Good morning, can I help you?", "M: Yes, I'd like to know something about the weather in Arizona in the coming week.", "W: Well, it will be fairly hot and there will be much rain.", "M: I see. Thanks very much for your help." ]
[ { "answer": "Rainy.", "choice": [ "Rainy.", "Warm.", "A bit cold." ], "question": "What will the weather in Arizona be like in the coming week?" } ]
2-12
[ "W: Good morning! Can I help you?", "M: Yes, I'd like a quiet room on the second floor for three nights.", "W: OK, this way, please." ]
[ { "answer": "In a hotel.", "choice": [ "In a hotel.", "In a bedroom.", "In a library." ], "question": "Where is the man?" } ]
8-2
[ "M: Well, let's make our appointment around two o'clock this afternoon.", "W: Fine. I'll come to your office either at two o'clock or earlier if I can.", "M: All right. The sooner the better." ]
[ { "answer": "Before 2:00 p.m.", "choice": [ "At sharp 2:00 p.m.", "Before 2:00 p.m.", "Any time in the afternoon." ], "question": "What time does the man expect the woman to come?" } ]
17-62
[ "W: You must have enjoyed using your new camera on your trip.", "M: I would have, but after buying a new camera especially for that trip, I left it in the car of my friend who drove me to the airport." ]
[ { "answer": "He left it in his friend's car.", "choice": [ "He enjoyed using it.", "He left it at the airport.", "He left it in his friend's car." ], "question": "What did the man say about his camera?" } ]
4-584
[ "W: Was the movie as good as you expected?", "M: It was a waste of time and money. We should have stayed at home." ]
[ { "answer": "The movie is not good.", "choice": [ "The movie concerns too much about money.", "The movie is not good.", "He wants to see the film again." ], "question": "How does the man feel about the movie?" } ]
21-325
[ "M: How are you paying for your college, education?", "W: My expense for every semester is almost $15,000. At the start of each semester my parents pay the $10,000 in tuition. I also get $2,000 in financial aid. I have to earn the rest myself.", "M: How do you do that?", "W: I have a part-time job at a hotel. I work about twenty hours a week, and earn $400. Mter taxes, I make about $320.", "M: How do you spend the money?", "W: It helps to pay for my room and board on campus. It also pays for things like my cell phone, book, transportation, and clothes.", "M: You don't have much money for fun, do you?", "W: That's time! I stick to my budget carefully so I don't have to borrow. I don't like to owe people money. I hardly ever go to movies. My roommates and I usually rent videos, and split the cost, so it's cheaper.", "M: How else do you save money?", "W: I don't go to restaurants. I make meals with my roommates so it's cheaper to eat. I try to walk or ride my bicycle to college. Oh, and I buy a lot of my clothes at second-hand stores. You can find some very cheap, decent clothes in those stores." ]
[ { "answer": "$10,000.", "choice": [ "$15,000.", "$10,000.", "$2,000." ], "question": "How much do the woman's parents pay each semester?" }, { "answer": "At a hotel.", "choice": [ "At a hotel.", "At the college.", "At a restaurant." ], "question": "Where does she take a part-time job?" }, { "answer": "She sticks to her budget.", "choice": [ "She uses a cell phone.", "She buys a lot of clothes.", "She sticks to her budget." ], "question": "What does the woman do to save money?" } ]
15-84
[ "M: I like spring because I like flowers.", "W: I prefer autumn because I can get in crops." ]
[ { "answer": "The flower.", "choice": [ "The fruit.", "The flower.", "The rice." ], "question": "What will we have in the spring?" } ]
12-611
[ "M: Chinese ink painting is an important part of your nation al culture, isn't it, Miss Li?", "W: Yes, it has a history of over 2 500 years." ]
[ { "answer": "2 500 years ago.", "choice": [ "1 500 years ago.", "2 000 years ago.", "2 500 years ago." ], "question": "When can the history of Chinese ink painting be traced back?" } ]
15-159
[ "W: Why are you so upset, David?", "M: My boss warned me not to spend all day communicating with my friends, but I didn't. He just didn't believe me.", "W: You must have forgotten to close your hotmail's window again. You should have known better." ]
[ { "answer": "He left his email page open.", "choice": [ "He spent all day emailing.", "He left his email page open.", "He forgot to close the door." ], "question": "What does the woman think that the man did wrong?" } ]
9-92
[ "W: Karen says her shoulder doesn't hurt today.", "M: She'd better have it looked at by a doctor, anyway." ]
[ { "answer": "Go to see a doctor.", "choice": [ "Get a better doctor.", "Go to see a doctor.", "Try not to hurt her shoulder." ], "question": "What does the man think Karen should do?" } ]
17-174
[ "M: I've been worried that Richard is frozen.", "W: What sounds to be a problem?", "M: Well, he has trouble concentrating when getting along with other children. I was wondering there might be something on his mind. Some problem at home?" ]
[ { "answer": "Teacher and parent.", "choice": [ "Husband and wife.", "Teacher and parent.", "Boss and secretary." ], "question": "What is the possible relationship between the two speakers?" } ]
9-87
[ "F: Can you tell me how we are going to the farm tomorrow?", "M: By bike, of course." ]
[ { "answer": "By bike.", "choice": [ "By bike.", "By bus.", "On foot." ], "question": "How are they going there?" } ]
12-152
[ "M: Excuse me, what is the time by your watch?", "W: Half past nine. But it's 10 minutes slow.", "M: Thanks." ]
[ { "answer": "9:40.", "choice": [ "9:30.", "9:25.", "9:40." ], "question": "What is the correct time now?" } ]
15-152
[ "W: I'm interested in buying one of these machines. Erm, which one would you recommend?", "M: Oh, this one here, Madam. It has three different programs and can take up three kilos." ]
[ { "answer": "A washing machine.", "choice": [ "A television.", "A washing machine.", "A cooker." ], "question": "What is the woman buying?" } ]
10-101
[ "M: What are you going to do after your return from New York?", "W: I'm going to stay in the city.", "M: What will you do all day?", "W: I'm going to work with my father at the workshop. In the evening, I'll read books. On weekends, I'll go to the park with my family.", "M: Have you ever worked?", "W: No,but I can learn. What are you going to do this summer?", "M: I'm going to camp. I've gone to camp for four summers.", "W: I've never gone to camp. What do you do there?", "M: We do many things. In the morning, we go swimming and boating. In the afternoon, we play volleyball or tennis. We sit around a campfire at night. We sing or tell stories.", "W: That sounds wonderful.", "M: It is wonderful. What's Wales going to do this summer?", "W: I think he's going to the mountains with his parents.", "M: Well, so long, Alice. Have fun.", "W: You too, Leslie. Give my regards to Wales. I'll see you in October." ]
[ { "answer": "Friends.", "choice": [ "Friends.", "Colleagues.", "Boss and staff." ], "question": "What is the possible relationship between them?" }, { "answer": "She'll go to the park with her family.", "choice": [ "She is going to stay in the city.", "She'll go to the park with her family.", "She'll read books." ], "question": "What is the woman going to do on weekends?" }, { "answer": "Four times.", "choice": [ "None.", "Once.", "Four times." ], "question": "How many times has the man gone to camp in summer?" } ]
21-143
[ "M: I think its going to rain. It has rained a lot recently. Is it always like that during that month.", "W: I'm afraid so. Actually it is usually rainy from May to July every year. So we usually stay indoors and have fun at home." ]
[ { "answer": "In June.", "choice": [ "In June.", "In March.", "In August." ], "question": "When does it often rain?" } ]
7-242
[ "M: I think this history course is interesting, but it's very difficult. I'll never get through the reading list.", "W: Don't worry. You will find time somehow." ]
[ { "answer": "He must read a lot of books.", "choice": [ "He must read a lot of books.", "He doesn't like history.", "He can't get the books he needs." ], "question": "Why is the man worried?" } ]
4-797
[ "M: I am running out of coins doing my laundry.", "W: That's too bad." ]
[ { "answer": "She was sorry the man couldn't finish his laundry.", "choice": [ "She saw the man run out.", "She thought the man's laundry was done badly.", "She was sorry the man couldn't finish his laundry." ], "question": "What does the woman mean?" } ]
4-153
[ "M: I don't enjoy dating anymore. I can't seem to find anyone I have anything in common with.", "W: Don't feel discouraged. Be patient. As you are so distinguished, you will definitely find the person who is right for you.", "M: To tell you the truth, I am tired of being alone. I hope to find my Mrs. Right. What should I do?", "W: Do you believe in Internet matchmaking service?", "M: That's really a new walk of life. What is it exactly?", "W: It helps match up singles the world over, and helps find the man and woman of their dreams.", "M: Oh, it must be to the taste of a certain group of people.", "W: The advertisement said Dream Dates has matched up thousands of singles the world over!", "M: Unbelievable! They must be exaggerating the figure!", "W: Look at the way they manage their business: they collect applicants' photos, and give the applicants questionnaires to fill out as to what type of character they are.", "M: I don't believe several questions can decide the type of person you're. People's characters are complicated and keep changing all the time.", "W: Anyway, it seems that things work well this way. The information and specifications will be entered in a large computer database.", "M: A computer to decide your best date? That's really ridiculous!", "W: Look, it promises: Dream Dates provides expert dating service and a place for singles to meet. We'll introduce you to the person uniquely qualified to be your partner.", "M: Sheer slogans! Not reliable!", "W: It says you can enroll in a free trial membership!", "M: I won't do it even they pay me for that!", "W: Well, we don't have to believe this. Maybe I can tell John, and see whether he'd like to try it." ]
[ { "answer": "Because he can't find an ideal date.", "choice": [ "Because he can't find an ideal date.", "Because he is too common a person.", "Because he has failed to realize his dreams." ], "question": "Why is the man so depressed?" }, { "answer": "Deciding one's best partner through a computer.", "choice": [ "Entering a large company without application.", "Programming human feelings into machines.", "Deciding one's best partner through a computer." ], "question": "What does the man think ridiculous?" }, { "answer": "It won't hurt to try.", "choice": [ "It won't hurt to try.", "It needs checking.", "It is definitely trustworthy." ], "question": "What's the woman's attitude toward the net matchmaking service?" } ]
5-903
[ "M: Hi, Nice to see you again!", "W: Hi! I haven't seen you for quite a long time. What are you doing these days?", "M: I'm taking a country music course.", "W: Oh, really? How interesting! What are you learning from the course?", "M: A lot of things, you know, such as the history of country music, singing, and how to play a guitar.", "W: That's great. Well, talking about country music reminds me of a famous singer, John Denver. Have you ever heard of him?", "M: Sure. His song \"Country reads take me home\" is popular both in the USA and in China.", "W: Yes, that's true. Did you hear the had news about him?", "M: what was it?", "W: He had an accident while flying his plane alone, and he was killed.", "M: That's a big loss for country music." ]
[ { "answer": "The teacher.", "choice": [ "The teacher.", "A pop star.", "Playing the guitar." ], "question": "Which of the following is not mentioned?" }, { "answer": "The man didn't know the bad news.", "choice": [ "The man doesn't like country music, but he has to learn.", "The man didn't know the bad news.", "The man didn't like John Denver." ], "question": "What can you learn according to what you hear?" }, { "answer": "The plane accident.", "choice": [ "The traffic jam.", "The plane accident.", "The car crash." ], "question": "Which is the reason for John Denver's death?" } ]
14-51
[ "Man: Are you and Sarah going straight to the restaurant from work tonight?", "Woman: Actually, I'm leaving work early because I need to do some shopping in the market, and after that we're going to play tennis at the sports centre before we go to the restaurant." ]
[ { "answer": "The market.", "choice": [ "The restaurant.", "The market.", "The cinema." ], "question": "Where will the woman go first after work?" } ]
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