onionmonster/dream · Datasets at Hugging Face

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[ "M: Hi, Grace. Tell me something about your hometown.", "W: It's so beautiful and peaceful. But it's really far away from everything." ]	[ { "answer": "Isolated", "choice": [ "Promising", "Isolated", "Crowded" ], "question": "What does the woman think of her hometown?" } ]	7-380
[ "M: Dear, the film Harry Porter will be shown this evening in the cinema.", "W: Well, to be honest I'd rather stay at home." ]	[ { "answer": "The woman doesn't want to go to the cinema.", "choice": [ "The man is too tired to go to the cinema.", "The woman doesn't want to go to the cinema.", "The woman wants to go to the cinema." ], "question": "What do we know from the conversation?" } ]	13-212
[ "M: Can I help you?", "W: Yes, well, I bought this tie last week for my husband's birthday, and er...well he doesn't like it. Could I change it for something else, such as a shirt or a hat?", "M: Certainly, madam, provided that it hasn't been worn, and if you have the receipt.", "W: Yes, here it is.", "M: OK, er... this tie looks as if it were worn. I'm afraid I can't put that back on the shelf.", "W: Oh, that's a pity." ]	[ { "answer": "A tie.", "choice": [ "A hat.", "A tie.", "A shirt." ], "question": "What did the woman buy as her husband's birthday present?" }, { "answer": "Because the thing she wanted to change had been worn.", "choice": [ "Because the woman didn't show him the receipt.", "Because the thing she wanted to change had been worn.", "Because the woman told a lie." ], "question": "Why did the assistant refuse to help the woman?" } ]	4-54
[ "W: Have you found your youngest brother, Tom?", "M: Yes. He was picked up by a policeman." ]	[ { "answer": "A policeman.", "choice": [ "Tom.", "Tom's youngest brother.", "A policeman." ], "question": "Who found the lost boy?" } ]	12-184
[ "W: I enjoy going through secondhand bookstores, don't you? It's interesting to see what people used to enjoy reading. Did you see this old book of children's stories?", "M: Some of these books aren't so old, though. See? This novel was published only six years ago. It cost seventy-five cents.", "W: Hey! Look at this!", "M: What? Are you getting interested in nineteenth-century plays all of a sudden?", "W: No. Look at the signature. Someone gave this book as a present, and wrote a note on the inside of the front cover. It's dated 1856. Maybe it's worth something.", "M: Everything on that shelf is worth fifty cents.", "W: But if this is the signature of someone who is well-known, it might bring a lot more. I hear William Shakespeare's signature is worth about a million dollars.", "M: Oh? I can hardly read what the one says. Who wrote it?", "W: The name looks like \"Harold Dickinson\". Wasn't he a politician or something? I'm going to buy this book and see if I can find a name like that in the library.", "M: Good luck. Your book of plays may make you rich, but I'll bet my seventy-five cents novel is a better buy." ]	[ { "answer": "At a secondhand bookstore.", "choice": [ "In a classroom.", "In a library.", "At a secondhand bookstore." ], "question": "Where is this conversation taking place?" }, { "answer": "50 cents.", "choice": [ "50 cents.", "75 cents.", "5 dollars." ], "question": "How much does the book of nineteenth-century plays cost?" }, { "answer": "He once gave a book as a present.", "choice": [ "He once gave a book as a present.", "He was a politician.", "He died in 1856." ], "question": "What do we know about Harold Dickinson from this conversation?" }, { "answer": "A novel published six years ago.", "choice": [ "The book with the signature.", "A novel published six years ago.", "A novel which costs 60 cents." ], "question": "What will the man buy?" } ]	17-54
[ "W: Did you miss the beginning of the concert yesterday?", "M: The concert began as soon as I arrived at the hall." ]	[ { "answer": "He arrived just in time.", "choice": [ "The concert was put off.", "He arrived just in time.", "He missed the beginning of the concert." ], "question": "What does the man mean?" } ]	4-434
[ "M: Good morning, may I help you?", "W: I'd like to rent a car, please.", "M: Okay. Full size, mid-size or small size, madam?", "W: Small size, please. What's the rate?", "M: 78 dollars a day." ]	[ { "answer": "Asking for information.", "choice": [ "Offering help.", "Asking for information.", "Making an introduction." ], "question": "What is the woman doing?" } ]	7-339
[ "F: Do you have to change planes in Tokyo, Jim?", "M: Certainly. We arrive there at ten and leave at twelve." ]	[ { "answer": "Two hours.", "choice": [ "One hour.", "Two hours.", "Three hours." ], "question": "How long does Jim have to stay in Tokyo?" } ]	11-12
[ "W: What can I do for you?", "M: Well, has anyone turned in a brown leather wallet? Mine seems to be lost and it has my driver's license in it.", "W: Anything else in the wallet?", "M: Yes, some family pictures.", "W: I think one like that was brought in this morning. Wait here just a minute please." ]	[ { "answer": "She will show the man a wallet.", "choice": [ "She will ask to see the man's driver's license.", "She will sell the man a new leather wallet.", "She will show the man a wallet." ], "question": "What will the woman probably do?" } ]	17-100
[ "M: I'd like to buy a copy of Professor Franklin's book on American culture.", "W: I'm sorry. The book has been out of print for sometime now." ]	[ { "answer": "At a bookstore.", "choice": [ "In a printing shop.", "At a publishing house.", "At a bookstore." ], "question": "Where does the conversation probably take place." } ]	5-740
[ "W: John, I'm supposed to go on a picnic tomorrow with Mary, but now Karen has asked me to go to a movie with her. I need your advice. What should I do?", "M: If I were you, Susan, I'd go on the picnic.", "W: Well, I really want to see this movie.", "M: You can always see the movie some other time. In any case, you agreed to go with Mary first.", "W: You're right, John. I'll ask Karen to find another time for the movie. Now maybe you can help me decide what food to fix for the picnic. Would it be better to cook food at home and take it with us, or could we cook something there?", "M: There may not be a place to cook. Besides, it's always easier to fix things in your own kitchen." ]	[ { "answer": "Go to the movies.", "choice": [ "Go on a picnic.", "Go to the movies.", "Stay with John." ], "question": "What would Susan rather do actually?" }, { "answer": "She should go on the picnic.", "choice": [ "She should go on the picnic.", "She should go to the movies.", "She should go with him." ], "question": "What does John think Susan do?" }, { "answer": "It is better for her to prepare the food at home.", "choice": [ "She can cook the food in a wild place.", "It is better for her to prepare the food at home.", "She and Mary can buy some food on their way." ], "question": "What advice does John give Susan about the picnic?" } ]	4-766
[ "W: I can't imagine what happened to Judy.", "M: Neither can I. I'm sure she planned to come to the party." ]	[ { "answer": "Judy hasn't appeared yet.", "choice": [ "Judy came to the party.", "Judy planned the party.", "Judy hasn't appeared yet." ], "question": "What can be concluded about Judy?" } ]	4-704
[ "M: I don't like our new teacher. Do you?", "W: Oh, he's not too bad. I've had worse teachers.", "M: Doesn't he give us too much homework?", "W: Yes. He does give us a lot." ]	[ { "answer": "He is not too bad.", "choice": [ "He is too bad.", "He is not too bad.", "He is good." ], "question": "How does the woman think of the new teacher?" }, { "answer": "at school.", "choice": [ "at a repair shop.", "at school.", "at an airport." ], "question": "Where are they?" } ]	14-58
[ "Jori: Hi Dave. [Hi] Happy to see you could make it. Come on in.", "Dave: Wow. Looks like the party is in full swing.", "Jori: Yeah. And they're eating me out of house and home. Oh, I'd like you to meet my sister, Carol. She's visiting for the weekend.", "Dave: Oh. Which one is she?", "Jori: She's sitting on the sofa over there.", "Dave: You mean the woman wearing the red sweater with the long black hair?", "Jori: Yeah. That's right. Let me introduce you to her. I just know you two will hit it off. You're both so outgoing and adventurous.", "Dave: Uh, and who's the man sitting next to her? Uh, the man with the suit jacket and flashy green tie?", "Jori: Oh, that's Bob, my karate teacher.", "Dave: Karate teacher! I never knew you were into karate.", "Jori: Yeah, I started about two months ago. Come on. I'd like you to meet them." ]	[ { "answer": "her sister", "choice": [ "her best friend", "her brother Bob", "her sister" ], "question": "Who is visiting Jori for the weekend?" }, { "answer": "a sweater", "choice": [ "a sweater", "a red sweat shirt", "a black blouse" ], "question": "What is Carol wearing?" }, { "answer": "She's sociable.", "choice": [ "She's sociable.", "She's timid", "She's very reserved." ], "question": "What is Carol like?" }, { "answer": "a green tie", "choice": [ "a flashy suit jacket", "a green tie", "blue jeans" ], "question": "What is Bob wearing?" }, { "answer": "she is taking karate lessons from him.", "choice": [ "they work together in the same office.", "she is taking karate lessons from him.", "they met at a party two months ago." ], "question": "Jori knows Bob because:" } ]	1-25
[ "M: Amy, could I use your bike?", "W: I'm afraid you can't use it now. I am using it in 10 minutes." ]	[ { "answer": "She'll use her bike soon.", "choice": [ "She'll use her bike soon.", "She's lent her bike out.", "She'll borrow a bike." ], "question": "What does the woman mean?" } ]	9-19
[ "M: The tape-recorder you lent me yesterday is stolen. I'd like to buy a new one for you.", "W: Oh, that's all right." ]	[ { "answer": "The tape-recorder is stolen.", "choice": [ "The man is going to repair the tape-recorder.", "The tape-recorder is stolen.", "The man is going to find the tape-recorder." ], "question": "What can we learn from the dialogue?" } ]	12-285
[ "W: Hi, what can I do for you today, sir?", "M: Good morning. I bought this air conditioner here a few months ago. It doesn't work now. Can I return it or get it fixed?" ]	[ { "answer": "To buy an air conditioner.", "choice": [ "To have the air conditioner repaired.", "To buy an air conditioner.", "To have the air conditioner returned." ], "question": "What doesn't the man want to do according to the conversation?" } ]	4-1281
[ "M: Some people know a lot more than they tell.", "W: Unfortunately the reverse is also true." ]	[ { "answer": "Some people pretend to know what they really don't.", "choice": [ "Some people pretend to know what they really don't.", "What the woman said is true.", "What the woman said is wrong." ], "question": "What does the man mean?" } ]	5-183
[ "W: Tussion Hotel. Can I help you?", "M: Yes. I'd like to book a room for three nights.", "W: When will be arriving?", "M: We'll arrive the day after tomorrow. That is November 10th.", "W: Yes. sir. Single or double?", "M: One double room.", "W: All right. One double room until 13th.", "M: HOW much will that be?", "W: 200 yuan a night. including breakfast.", "M: That will be fine.", "W: May I have your name. please?", "M: Lining. Mr. Li.", "W: Thank you. Mr. Li. Goodbye.", "M: Bye." ]	[ { "answer": "Nov. 8th.", "choice": [ "Nov. 7th.", "Nov. 8th.", "Nov. 10th." ], "question": "What is the date today according to the conversation?" }, { "answer": "200 yuan a night.", "choice": [ "100 yuan a night.", "150 yuan a night.", "200 yuan a night." ], "question": "What is the rate of the room he'd like to book?" }, { "answer": "One double room.", "choice": [ "One single room.", "Two single rooms.", "One double room." ], "question": "What kind of room does the man want to book?" } ]	21-247
[ "M: I want to have this shirt washed and this suit dry-cleaned.", "W: Very well, sir. Your name and room number, please." ]	[ { "answer": "At a hotel.", "choice": [ "At a restaurant.", "At a hotel.", "At a department store." ], "question": "Where does the woman work?" } ]	4-35
[ "W: Did you hear Jakie's going to work in another department? We need to have a really good party so that we can send her off really well. So, what shall we do?", "M: Why don't we have a surprise party, Maggie?", "W: That's a good idea. We could go to the Holiday Inn Hotel.", "M: That's too expensive. Maybe we can ask Carrie to make a cake.", "W: Yeah, let's do that. Perhaps we could just give the party in the office and put up some balloons.", "M: That's great. I think we should also buy a really big card, a huge card, and we should get everybody to sign it.", "W: Shall we have some music?", "M: I was thinking exactly that myself. But ..." ]	[ { "answer": "Ask Carrie for help.", "choice": [ "Ask Carrie for help.", "Buy a huge cake.", "Play cards." ], "question": "What do the speakers decide to do?" }, { "answer": "Jackie.", "choice": [ "Maggie.", "The man.", "Jackie." ], "question": "Who will probably get surprised at the party?" } ]	9-25
[ "W: Hi, are you new here?", "M: Yes, I am.", "W: Is this your first year in college?", "M: No, I'm an exchange student from Boston College. I studied for two years here." ]	[ { "answer": "The first year.", "choice": [ "The first year.", "The second year.", "The third year." ], "question": "In which year is the man in college now?" } ]	7-363
[ "W: I think the story is interesting,but Mary thinks it dull. Can you tell us how you like it?", "M: I'm sorry I know nothing about your story." ]	[ { "answer": "He hasn't seen it.", "choice": [ "He thinks it interesting.", "He thinks it dull.", "He hasn't seen it." ], "question": "What does the man mean?" } ]	11-171
[ "W: I'm afraid I can't show you the apartment at the moment, because the tenant is still living in it. It's really a lovely place, with a big kitchen and a sunny window, for only two hundred dollars a month.", "M: Sounds good, but we really can't rent an apartment without seeing it first." ]	[ { "answer": "The man insists on having a look at the apartment first.", "choice": [ "The man will rent the apartment when it is available.", "The man made a bargain with the landlady over the rent.", "The man insists on having a look at the apartment first." ], "question": "What do we learn from the conversation?" } ]	5-470
[ "W: Jack, are you going to play tennis with us today?", "M: I promised Bill I'd go swimming with him." ]	[ { "answer": "Go swimming.", "choice": [ "Visit Bill.", "Play tennis.", "Go swimming." ], "question": "What will Jack do?" } ]	3-190
[ "W: John told me he had got a second-hand car, do you know how much he paid for it?", "M: Well, he said he paid 800 dollars for it. I think he got a real bargain." ]	[ { "answer": "It's cheap indeed.", "choice": [ "It's quite normal.", "It's too high.", "It's cheap indeed." ], "question": "What does the man think of the price of the car?" } ]	5-307
[ "M: Do you ever know what Tony is talking about.'?", "W: Never, he always beats around the bush." ]	[ { "answer": "He doesn't come to the point.", "choice": [ "He speaks too fast.", "He speaks too slowly.", "He doesn't come to the point." ], "question": "What does the woman mean?" } ]	16-81
[ "M: How did you feel when the head called you?", "W: I couldn't say I was relaxed." ]	[ { "answer": "She was nervous.", "choice": [ "She was pleased.", "She was relaxed.", "She was nervous." ], "question": "How did the woman feel when she was called by the head?" } ]	3-0
[ "W: Excuse me, sir. I notice you're reading a newspaper. Can I ask you some questions for a market research project?", "M: I don't really trust big advertisers, so...", "W: Oh, it's not like that. We're a small nonprofit organization, and we're hoping to save our local papers and all the jobs they create.", "M: Oh, that's an awesome cause! Fire away!", "W: Great. So, tell me what you like about newspapers.", "M: Well, there is a certain feel to holding a paper and turning the pages. The touch and sound of the paper as I fold it are so pleasant... A tablet can't give you this kind of feeling at all.", "W: Do you usually read the whole paper or go through different sections to pick out your favorite articles?", "M: I like being able to look around and find what I want. I can do this very quickly with a newspaper, but online news is tough for me to sort through. It takes me forever just to find something good, and sometimes when I do, it turns out to be something different!", "W: Do you dislike anything about your newspaper?", "M: Well, the only thing I can think of is all the ads nowadays. But it's even worse online, so I guess the answer is no!" ]	[ { "answer": "A small nonprofit organization.", "choice": [ "A newspaper.", "A big advertising company.", "A small nonprofit organization." ], "question": "Who does the woman work for?" }, { "answer": "\"Ask me your questions\".", "choice": [ "\"Tell me about the project\".", "\"Ask me your questions\".", "\"Nice to meet you\"." ], "question": "What does the phrase \"fire away\" probably mean?" }, { "answer": "He reads only his favorite articles.", "choice": [ "He reads the whole paper.", "He reads only his favorite articles.", "He reads slowly throughout the day." ], "question": "How does the man usually read the newspaper?" }, { "answer": "There are too many ads.", "choice": [ "There are too many ads.", "They make an annoying sound.", "It takes too long to find something good." ], "question": "According to the man, what is bad about newspapers?" } ]	4-1101
[ "W: John's been dismissed for stealing.", "M: There must be some mistake." ]	[ { "answer": "John was called a thief.", "choice": [ "John missed a test.", "John has kept his job.", "John was called a thief." ], "question": "What can be concluded from the conversation?" } ]	5-592
[ "W: Can I help you?", "M: Yes, I'd like a bottle of juice." ]	[ { "answer": "In a shop.", "choice": [ "In a shop.", "In a bookshop.", "At school." ], "question": "Where are they talking?" } ]	12-3
[ "M: I was deeply affected by the tallk the blind boy gave this morning.", "W: I think everyone felt the same." ]	[ { "answer": "It was moving.", "choice": [ "It was interesting.", "It was moving.", "It was discouraging." ], "question": "How did the man feel about the boy's talk?" } ]	23-43
[ "W: Oh,look! Joni Mitchell is in town.", "M: Who's that? I've never heard of her.", "W: What? She's one of the greatest folk singers in the world!" ]	[ { "answer": "Surprised.", "choice": [ "Excited.", "Surprised.", "Frightened." ], "question": "How does the woman feel at the man's words?" } ]	4-285
[ "W: Do you know what's wrong with Mark? He's been acting very strangely lately.", "M: Come on, with his parents coming to visit next week-right after he's moved into a new apartment-he's just got a lot on his mind." ]	[ { "answer": "He has lots of things to do before his parents come.", "choice": [ "He has been very abnormal recently.", "He is afraid of his parents a lot.", "He has lots of things to do before his parents come." ], "question": "What does the man say about Mark?" } ]	20-98
[ "W: Good morning, Uncle Smith.", "M: Good morning, Cathy.", "W: I want to have a dinner party to celebrate my birthday. Would you come?", "M: I'd love to, Cathy. What time?", "W: Next weekend, on Saturday.", "M: Saturday do you say?", "W: If that's all right with you.", "M: I'm afraid I'm busy then. I've already had plans.", "W: What about Sunday?", "M: I'm sure it will be all fight.", "W: Good, you'd better around 6:30 or 7:00, we'll heve time to chat a while." ]	[ { "answer": "She wanted to have a birthday party.", "choice": [ "She liked him.", "She had no other friends.", "She wanted to have a birthday party." ], "question": "Why did the girl invite Uncle Smith to dinner?" }, { "answer": "On Sunday.", "choice": [ "On Saturday.", "From Monday to Friday.", "On Sunday." ], "question": "When would Uncle Smith be free?" }, { "answer": "He would be very busy on Saturday.", "choice": [ "He only wanted to come on Sunday.", "He would be very busy on Saturday.", "His car was broken down." ], "question": "Why wouldn't Uncle Smith come on Saturday?" }, { "answer": "About 6:30 or 7:00.", "choice": [ "About 6:30 or 7:00.", "About 7: 30.", "About 6: 00." ], "question": "What time would they meet on Sunday?" } ]	16-35
[ "M: Which floor do you live on, Edison?", "W: On the fourth floor." ]	[ { "answer": "The fourth floor.", "choice": [ "The fourth floor.", "The fifth floor.", "The sixteenth floor." ], "question": "Which floor does Edison live on?" } ]	12-529
[ "M: A new film will be on tonight. Will you go with me?", "W: Sorry, I have no time for films or dinner out. I now have to worry about the upcoming final exam." ]	[ { "answer": "Prepare for her final exam.", "choice": [ "See a film.", "Have dinner with the man.", "Prepare for her final exam." ], "question": "What will the woman probably do tonight?" } ]	7-124
[ "F: Who is going to your birthday party?", "M: Let me see: Rose, Mary, Bob, and the twins Peter and Mike." ]	[ { "answer": "Five.", "choice": [ "Three.", "Four.", "Five." ], "question": "How many friends are going to the man's birthday party?" } ]	12-118
[ "W: Hi, Bob, guess what? I'm going to visit Quebec next summer. I'm invited to go to a friend's wedding, but while I'm there, I'd also like to do some sightseeing.", "M: That's nice, Sherry. But do you mean the province of Quebec or Quebec City?", "W: I mean the province. My friend's wedding is in Montreal, so I'm going there first. I'll stay for 5 days. Is Montreal the capital city of the province?", "M: Well, many people think so because it's the biggest city, but it's not the capital. Quebec City is, but Montreal is great. The Santa Lawrence River runs right through the middle of the city. It's beautiful in summer.", "W: Wow, and do you think I can get by in English? My French is okay, but not that good. I know most people there speak French, but can I also use English?", "M: Well, people speak both French and English there, but you'll hear French most of the time and all the street signs are in French. In fact, Montreal is the third largest French-speaking city in the world. So you'd better practice your French before you go.", "W: Good advice, what about Quebec City? I'll visit a friend from college who lives there now. What's it like?", "M: It's a beautiful city, very old. Many old buildings have been nicely restored. Some of them were built in the 17th and 18th centuries. You'll love it there.", "W: Fantastic. I can't wait to go." ]	[ { "answer": "People in Montreal mostly speak French.", "choice": [ "Montreal is the third largest city in the world.", "Montreal is the capital city of Quebec province.", "People in Montreal mostly speak French." ], "question": "What can we know about Montreal?" } ]	17-107
[ "M: How was the weather for your hiking trip last Saturday?", "W: It rained a little in the morning,but got sunny in the afternoon.", "M: Did you have a lot of fun?", "W: Sure." ]	[ { "answer": "It turned fine in the afternoon.", "choice": [ "It was sunny.", "It was raining all day.", "It turned fine in the afternoon." ], "question": "What was the weather like last Saturday?" } ]	4-233
[ "W: It's nearly seven o'clock. Let's go.", "M: Don't worry. The party starts at seven thirty." ]	[ { "answer": "It's nearly seven o'clock.", "choice": [ "It's eight o'clock.", "It's eight twenty.", "It's nearly seven o'clock." ], "question": "What time is it?" } ]	12-263
[ "M: Hi Alice, what are you doing? You look worried.", "W: Oh. There's something wrong with my electronic calculator.", "M: Do you want me to have a look at it?", "W: It's very kind of you, but I would like to have a try first. Er... You know... I can do without it in class this afternoon.", "M: Oh, well, if you need any help, just let me know. I'm free after school.", "W: I will. Thank you very much.", "M: You're welcome." ]	[ { "answer": "Offering help.", "choice": [ "Offering help.", "Giving advice.", "Making appointments." ], "question": "What is the man doing?" }, { "answer": "Classmates.", "choice": [ "Doctor and patient.", "Husband and wife.", "Classmates." ], "question": "What is the relationship between the two speakers?" } ]	4-1313
[ "W: Kennedy Airport, please. I have to be there by 7:00.", "M: I can't promise anything, but I'll do my best.", "W: I'll pay more if we get there on time.", "M: But safety is more important." ]	[ { "answer": "By taxi.", "choice": [ "By bus.", "By car.", "By taxi." ], "question": "How's the woman going to the airport?" } ]	4-735
[ "M: Why did you buy so many books?", "W: The bookstore is celebrating its 5th anniversary, so there's a 35% discount on all books." ]	[ { "answer": "35%.", "choice": [ "30%.", "35%.", "13.5%." ], "question": "What is the discount rate of the books?" } ]	23-47
[ "W: These DVDs will be due back on Thursday, the 7th.", "M: How much more should we pay to keep them another week?" ]	[ { "answer": "Borrowing DVDs.", "choice": [ "Buying DVDs.", "Sharing DVDs.", "Borrowing DVDs." ], "question": "What are the speakers talking about?" } ]	9-55
[ "W: What kind of songs do you prefer, folk songs or pop songs?", "M: Folk songs." ]	[ { "answer": "Folk songs.", "choice": [ "Pop songs.", "Folk songs.", "Classical music." ], "question": "What kind of songs does the man prefer?" } ]	4-761
[ "W: What do you want to do tonight?", "M: How about going to the cinema? I haven't seen a movie for a long time and I really miss it.", "W: What do you want to see?", "M: There's a good film at the Green House Cinema,The Speed and Passion 8. I've watched all the former movies in that series and I really like them. The movie starts at 6:15 pm.", "W: I don't think I can make it. I won't be able to leave the office until 6:00 pm.", "M: Then let's watch the one that starts at 8:20 pm. We can eat first and then go to the cinema.", "W: That sounds better." ]	[ { "answer": "Seven.", "choice": [ "Six.", "Seven.", "Eight." ], "question": "How many movies in that series has the man watched?" }, { "answer": "At 8:20 pm.", "choice": [ "At 6:00 pm.", "At 6:15 pm.", "At 8:20 pm." ], "question": "When will the speakers watch the movie?" } ]	7-235
[ "M: The air conditioner in my room is broken and I can't work.", "W: Why not go to the office?" ]	[ { "answer": "The man can do his work in the office.", "choice": [ "The man can sleep in the office.", "She can have someone to repair the air conditioner.", "The man can do his work in the office." ], "question": "What does the woman mean?" } ]	21-117
[ "F: I go to work by bike every day, what about you, Peter?", "M: I go to work by bus, and seldom by bike." ]	[ { "answer": "By bus.", "choice": [ "By bike.", "By bus.", "On foot." ], "question": "How does Peter go to work every day?" } ]	12-88
[ "F: Excuse me, could you tell me which train will leave for London?", "M: Sorry, the train for London has just left." ]	[ { "answer": "At a railway station.", "choice": [ "At a bus stop.", "At a shop.", "At a railway station." ], "question": "Where are they talking?" } ]	12-110
[ "W: Looks like rain. Better find your umbrella.", "M: Yeah, I think it's going to rain. That's why I'm not going out." ]	[ { "answer": "What the weather will be like", "choice": [ "When to go out.", "Where to buy an umbrella.", "What the weather will be like" ], "question": "What are the speakers talking about?" } ]	4-417
[ "W: What time do you get up to go to work, Jerry?", "M: I'm usually up by 6:00 and out of the house by 6:15.", "W: That's pretty early. Don't you start work at 9:00?", "M: Well, I go to the gym every morning before I arrive at the office. There aren't many other people there at that time, and I usually don't feel like exercising after a long day at work. But the real reason is that it gives me the energy I need to make it through the day.", "W: So, you take a shower at the gym every morning?", "M: During the week, yes. I don't go to the gym on the weekend. I get all the exercise I need playing with my two sons at the park!", "W: I'll bet! My husband is always tired after he takes our daughter hiking in the mountains on the weekends.", "M: Hey, Sophie, we should all get together and do something fun this weekend. I know Molly would love to see you.", "W: That sounds great." ]	[ { "answer": "At 6:15 a.m.", "choice": [ "At 6:00 a.m.", "At 6:15 a.m.", "At 9:00 a.m." ], "question": "When does the man leave his house during the week?" }, { "answer": "It makes him energetic.", "choice": [ "It makes him energetic.", "He prefers to shower there.", "It's the only time he can exercise." ], "question": "Why does the man go to the gym?" }, { "answer": "The man's wife.", "choice": [ "The woman.", "The woman's daughter.", "The man's wife." ], "question": "Who might Molly be?" } ]	4-1153
[ "W: Are you doing anything special tonight?", "M: I have nothing tonight. Anything I can do for you?", "W: How about going to the movies? It will do you good to get your mind off your work for a while.", "M: That sounds like a good idea. But what is playing?", "W: I've looked up the entertainment section in the newspaper. There are some new films on in town.", "M: Is there anything interesting on?", "W: There is also a new Beijing Opera put on for the first time. I wonder if you are interested.", "M: Why not, of course.", "W: I do not think we have time to go back to the hotel if we want to watch the opera. Let's get something in a nearby restaurant.", "M: OK." ]	[ { "answer": "Yes.", "choice": [ "Yes.", "No.", "He has special something to do." ], "question": "Is the man free tonight?" }, { "answer": "In the newspaper.", "choice": [ "On TV.", "In the newspaper.", "In the local radio station." ], "question": "Where did the woman look up the message about the new movies?" }, { "answer": "Watch the Beijing opera.", "choice": [ "Work at office.", "See a film.", "Watch the Beijing opera." ], "question": "What are they going to do tonight?" }, { "answer": "In a nearby restaurant.", "choice": [ "In a nearby restaurant.", "At the hotel.", "At home." ], "question": "Where will they have something to eat?" } ]	14-103
[ "W: What kind of course are you looking for, language or computer?", "M: I need to improve my English.", "W: Have you ever considered taking one of our online courses?" ]	[ { "answer": "An office clerk.", "choice": [ "An adult student.", "An English teacher.", "An office clerk." ], "question": "What does the woman do?" } ]	4-666
[ "W: Today is cold.", "M: But yesterday was even colder." ]	[ { "answer": "Today.", "choice": [ "Today.", "Yesterday.", "Tomorrow." ], "question": "Which day is warmer?" } ]	12-148
[ "W: May I help you, sir?", "M: Yes, please. I want to buy a personal gift for my brother. He's taking a trip to South America.", "W: Is he going by ship or plane?", "M: He,s flying. My gift will have to be something light in weight. What can you suggest?", "W: What about this tie? It's made of pure silk.", "M: My sister already gave him one. I'd like something unusual. Let me look around...oh, that clock looks nice, but...", "W: Hey,here is a gift for the man who has everything.", "M: Oh,a folding toothbrush! That's a wonderful idea! I'll take it." ]	[ { "answer": "By plane.", "choice": [ "By ship.", "By plane.", "By train." ], "question": "How will the man's brother go to South America?" }, { "answer": "A toothbrush.", "choice": [ "A toothbrush.", "A silk tie.", "A clock." ], "question": "What will the man probably buy for his brother?" } ]	9-32
[ "W: What can I do for you?", "M: I'd like to exchange this sweater.", "W: What seems to be the matter?", "M: Well, you see I got this as a birthday present, but it's the wrong size, and what's more, I really don't like the colour.", "W: Do you have the receipt?", "M: Yes.", "W: Can I have a look at it, please?", "M: Certainly" ]	[ { "answer": "In a shop.", "choice": [ "In a friend's house.", "In a shop.", "At a party." ], "question": "Where does the conversation probably take place?" }, { "answer": "It doesn't fit him and the color isn't satisfactory.", "choice": [ "It doesn't fit him and the color isn't satisfactory.", "It is a birthday present from his friend.", "He has got the receipt." ], "question": "Why does the man want to exchange the sweater?" } ]	16-51
[ "W: Excuse me, sir. May I help you?", "M: No, thanks. We are just looking.", "W: If there is anything that interests you, just let me know.", "M: OK. Thanks." ]	[ { "answer": "Strangers.", "choice": [ "Friends.", "Classmates.", "Strangers." ], "question": "What is the relationship between the speakers?" } ]	3-35
[ "M: Do you have a driver's license?", "W: No. I am going to take the test in a couple of weeks.", "M: Didn't you drive in your own country?", "W: Yes. But I have to be more skilled.", "M: And you have to study the traffic rules too." ]	[ { "answer": "She must improve her driving skills.", "choice": [ "She must change her driving habits.", "She must improve her driving skills.", "She must renew her driver's license." ], "question": "What does the woman say to the man?" } ]	9-117
[ "W: Your MP3 is so beautiful. From which shop did you buy it?", "M: Not in the usual shop. I bought it on the Internet. It's much cheaper than the ones we bought from the shops." ]	[ { "answer": "On the Internet.", "choice": [ "On the Internet.", "In a supermarket.", "In a shop." ], "question": "Where did the man buy the MP3?" } ]	4-619
[ "W: Could you tell me how many of your employees are women?", "M: Yes, certainly. We have a very high percentage of female staff. We employ about 160 women, which is eighty percent of all our staff." ]	[ { "answer": "40.", "choice": [ "160.", "40.", "80." ], "question": "How many of the employees in this organization are men?" } ]	5-890
[ "W: Oh, Dad, what will you give me for my birthday?", "M: Alice, do you like a red bike?" ]	[ { "answer": "A red bike.", "choice": [ "A sweater.", "A watch.", "A red bike." ], "question": "What does Alice's father want to buy for her?" } ]	12-270
[ "W: What's the matter?", "M: I don't know. All of a sudden, the engine died.", "W: Well, can you start it?", "M: No...No, it won't start now.", "W: Could we be out of gas?", "M: No, I'm sure we are not out of gas.", "W: Let's check the gas gauge. Oh, see, it's on \"empty\".", "M: I was sure the tank was half full!", "W: Obviously, it wasn't. Well, too bad.", "M: What time is it now?", "W: It's five to eight. I am afraid we can't get to the airport on time. He's probably looking for us right now.", "M: Let's stand by the side of the road for a few minutes. Maybe somebody will stop and pick us up." ]	[ { "answer": "They run out of gas.", "choice": [ "They don't have an engine.", "Their tank is half full.", "They run out of gas." ], "question": "What's wrong with the two speakers?" }, { "answer": "To the airport.", "choice": [ "To the seaport.", "To the railway station.", "To the airport." ], "question": "Where are they going?" }, { "answer": "Do nothing but wait.", "choice": [ "Do nothing but wait.", "Find a policeman.", "Telephone the nearest gas station." ], "question": "What should they do now?" } ]	4-296
[ "W: Do you think he could help me change the water in the fish tank this week?", "M: I don't know. He's pretty busy." ]	[ { "answer": "Someone to change the water.", "choice": [ "Someone to change the fish tank.", "Someone to water the garden.", "Someone to change the water." ], "question": "What does the woman need?" } ]	7-90
[ "W: Am I standing in the right position?", "M: Uh ... just one thing, you should lift your feet a little higher, and keep your arms straight back. Now, when you go into the water, your head will go first and your legs will follow right along be-hind." ]	[ { "answer": "Diving.", "choice": [ "Skiing.", "Basketball.", "Diving." ], "question": "What sports are they talking about?" } ]	14-259
[ "M: Do you want to go for a picinc with me tomorrow?", "W: I'd like to. How about asking Jenny to go with us?", "M: Oh, no. She is busy with her dancing class. You know, there is a very big performance in just a week.", "W: Yes, you're right. It is really not good for her to learn dancing. Her leg hasn't completely recovered from that accident.", "M: But she doesn't think so. She is crazy about dancing. Will you take your camera with you tomorrow?", "W: I want to, but I lent it to Tom yesterday. Do you have one?", "M: No, but I know Mary has got one. Let's go and ask her if she'd like to join us.", "W: OK." ]	[ { "answer": "Go for a picnic.", "choice": [ "Go for a picnic.", "Go swimming.", "Go fishing." ], "question": "What does the man want to do tomorrow?" }, { "answer": "She will give a performance soon.", "choice": [ "She will have a test soon.", "She will give a performance soon.", "She has to go to the hospital frequently." ], "question": "Why is Jenny so busy?" }, { "answer": "Dancing.", "choice": [ "Dancing.", "Reading.", "Singing." ], "question": "What is Jenny crazy about?" }, { "answer": "She has lent it to someone else.", "choice": [ "She has lost it.", "She has lent it to someone else.", "There is something wrong with it." ], "question": "Why won't the woman take her camera with her tomorrow?" } ]	4-1173
[ "W: Did you enjoy visiting the museum?", "M: I've been there a hundred times!" ]	[ { "answer": "He's tired of touring this museum.", "choice": [ "He doesn't like museums,", "He's tired of touring this museum.", "He thinks a hundred miles is too far to go for a tour." ], "question": "What does the man mean?" } ]	17-173
[ "W: I'm out of coins for the slot machine. Do you have any?", "M: I don't have any either. But I'll get some from the cafe." ]	[ { "answer": "Get some coins at the cafe.", "choice": [ "Get some coins at the cafe.", "Buy her a cup of coffee at the cafe.", "Get some coffee from the machine." ], "question": "What does the man offer to do?" } ]	5-281
[ "M: Do you want your television repaired?", "W: Yes, but not by the man you suggested.", "M: Why not? The repairmen are very good and the charges are so reasonable.", "W: That may be, but I couldn't find the place.", "M: But you couldn't miss it. I told you it is at the first right after the railroad bridge.", "W: I took that. I went to the end of the road. There is no such place.", "M: Wait a minute. Perhaps it is the second right. Yes, I think it is.", "W: I should have known, whenever someone says \"You can't miss it\", you can be sure that you won't find it." ]	[ { "answer": "The man.", "choice": [ "The man.", "The repairman.", "The shopkeeper." ], "question": "Whom do you think the woman was angry with?" }, { "answer": "The man gave her the wrong directions.", "choice": [ "She missed the right turn.", "The man gave her the wrong directions.", "She was a bad driver." ], "question": "Why couldn't the woman find the repair shop?" }, { "answer": "They did good work and the price was reasonable.", "choice": [ "The shop was easy to find.", "One of the repairmen was his friend.", "They did good work and the price was reasonable." ], "question": "Why did the man tell her to turn to these television repairmen?" } ]	2-22
[ "M: We're having a picnic tomorrow. Why don't you come with us?", "W: I'd like to, but I think it's going to rain. The weatherman says so.", "M: I don't think he is right. It hasn't rained for a week and it isn't cloudy, either.", "W: But he is usually correct in his weather news.", "M: The temperature is 32t this afternoon. I'm sure we'll have fine weather for our picnic.", "W: Well, I'll go, but I'll take my umbrella with me." ]	[ { "answer": "Sunny.", "choice": [ "Rainy.", "Cloudy.", "Sunny." ], "question": "What does the man think the weather is going to be like tomorrow?" }, { "answer": "Go to the picnic with an umbrella.", "choice": [ "Go to the picnic with an umbrella.", "Stay home because of the rain.", "Make sure of the weather." ], "question": "What will the woman probably do tomorrow?" } ]	2-101
[ "M: Sally, do you like seafood?", "W: Yes, of course.", "M: Is there anything you especially like?", "W: Well, I really don't know. I can never remember the names.", "M: Okay. Is there any food you don't eat?", "W: Well, I don't eat chicken. And I don't like eggs, either. But I like all kinds of fish and vegetables.", "M: Then let's look at the menu and see what they've got for us." ]	[ { "answer": "Fish.", "choice": [ "Chicken.", "Fish.", "Eggs." ], "question": "What food does Sally like?" }, { "answer": "Order dishes.", "choice": [ "Cook dinner.", "Go shopping.", "Order dishes." ], "question": "What are the speakers going to do?" } ]	4-1462
[ "M: We would be interested in having you join us, Mrs. Sharp.", "W: Thank you. I have done this knid of work before.", "M: I know, and that's probably the reason you've been employed. Do you prefer part-time or full-time employment?", "W: Part-time.", "M: OK. Some people choose part-time jobs because they want to do something else besides work, such as reading novels or playing sports. But they will not get any other benefits besides the wages.", "W: I don't care about that. May I ask you if I can decide the hours I would work?", "M: I can only give you the choice from 7:00 a.m. till noon or from noon till 5:00 p.m.", "W: Then I'd prefer to work in the morning because I have to prepare dinner for my children.", "M: OK, Mrs. Sharp. Just sign your name on this sheet of paper. You may start next week. Mrs. Clarkson has got something ready for you--a blackboard, some chalk, and a tape recorder. She'll show you around later.", "W: Thank you." ]	[ { "answer": "Because she has some experience.", "choice": [ "Because she wants low pay.", "Because she prefers a part-time job.", "Because she has some experience." ], "question": "Why does the woman get the job?" }, { "answer": "Cook dinner.", "choice": [ "Read novels.", "Cook dinner.", "Play sports." ], "question": "What will the woman do after work?" }, { "answer": "A teacher.", "choice": [ "A teacher.", "A nurse.", "An engineer." ], "question": "What job is the woman probably going to do?" } ]	4-1539
[ "M: Has your younger sister found a new job?", "W: No. She is still at home. But I'm helping her look for one." ]	[ { "answer": "Helping her younger sister look for a job.", "choice": [ "Working for her sister.", "Helping her younger sister look for a job.", "Looking for a new job." ], "question": "What does the mall mean?" } ]	21-326
[ "F: My husband often repairs watches for people.", "M: Really? I have a broken one." ]	[ { "answer": "A watch.", "choice": [ "A pen.", "A watch.", "A bike." ], "question": "What does the man have?" } ]	12-347
[ "Teacher: Oh, hi. What was your name again. I can't keep straight all the students' names this being the second day of school.", "Student: It's okay. I have a hard time remembering names myself.", "Teacher: How, uh, Karen, right?", "Student: No, it's Nancy. My mom's name is Karen.", "Teacher: Nancy. Okay. I think I heard you were from England.", "Student: Well, I was born there, but my parents are American. I grew up in France.", "Teacher: Oh, a world traveller!", "Student: But then we moved here when I was nine.", "Teacher: So, what does your father do now?", "Student: Well, he's a college professor, and he is in Scotland at the moment.", "Teacher: How interesting. What does he teach?", "Student: Oh, I haven't a clue. Nah, just joking. He teaches chemistry.", "Teacher: Oh, chemistry, and uh, what about your mother?", "Student: She works full time at home.", "Teacher: Oh, and what, does she have her own business or something?", "Student: Nah, she takes care of me.", "Teacher: Well, being a homemaker can be a real hard, but rewarding job.", "Student: I think so too." ]	[ { "answer": "at a school", "choice": [ "at a park", "at a school", "at a birthday party" ], "question": "Where does this conversation most likely take place?" }, { "answer": "Nancy", "choice": [ "Kathy", "Karen", "Nancy" ], "question": "What is the girl's name?" }, { "answer": "in the United States", "choice": [ "in Scotland", "in France", "in the United States" ], "question": "Where does the girl probably live now?" }, { "answer": "He is a professor.", "choice": [ "He is a travel agent.", "He is a professor.", "He is computer programmer." ], "question": "What does the girl's father do for a living?" }, { "answer": "why her parents lived in England for several years", "choice": [ "why her parents lived in England for several years", "where her mother works at the present time", "where the girl grew up" ], "question": "What is one thing NOT mentioned about the girl's family?" } ]	1-23
[ "W: Well, what are you going to eat? The pork is very good here.", "M: Umm...I had pork yesterday. I think I'll have the beef." ]	[ { "answer": "He wants to have a change.", "choice": [ "He doesn't like pork.", "He never eats pork in this restaurant.", "He wants to have a change." ], "question": "Why doesn't the man want to eat pork?" } ]	21-164
[ "M: Do you think the headmaster could see me before nine thirty?", "W: He won't be in until eleven forty-five.", "M: Is twelve forty any good?", "W: Yes, I'll write down the time." ]	[ { "answer": "At 12:40.", "choice": [ "At 9:30.", "At 11:45.", "At 12:40." ], "question": "When can the man see the headmaster?" } ]	2-0
[ "M: Are you going to Helen's birthday party on Friday evening?", "W: I wouldn't miss it for the world! It's sure to be fun. She's invited a lot of friends. Do you think everyone will be able to get into her house?", "M: If everyone turned up, it would be very crowded. But a few said that they couldn't go, so I think it should be OK.", "W: Are you taking anything?", "M: I've got her a birthday present and I'll take a bottle of wine too.", "W: That's a good idea. She has bought plenty of food and drinks. It's going to be a noisy party. I hope her neighbours don't mind too much.", "M: Helen gets on very well with her neighbours. I wouldn't be surprised if they went to the party too." ]	[ { "answer": "Helen's birthday party.", "choice": [ "Helen's neighbours.", "Helen's good friends.", "Helen's birthday party." ], "question": "What are the speakers mainly talking about?" }, { "answer": "Plenty of food and drinks.", "choice": [ "A bottle of wine.", "Plenty of food and drinks.", "Some birthday presents." ], "question": "What has Helen bought home?" }, { "answer": "They get on very well.", "choice": [ "They get on very well.", "They never visit each other.", "They often have dinner together." ], "question": "What can we learn about Helen and her neighbours?" } ]	4-193
[ "M: Barbara!", "W: Mark!", "M: What are you doing here? You live in Manchester, don't you?", "W: Yes, I do. But I'm having a week's holiday here." ]	[ { "answer": "Old friends.", "choice": [ "Old friends.", "Workmates.", "Teammates." ], "question": "What is the probable relationship between the two speakers?" } ]	4-668
[ "W: Do you have somewhere to stay in London, Peter?", "M: No, I don't. In fact, I was about to ask you if you could arrange some place for me to stay.", "W: Yes, that's no problem though I am not in charge of it. I'll ask someone to arrange it for you. What kind of place were you considering?", "M: Well, I don't care if I share with other people, but I'm not good at housework. Maybe a home stay would be OK, but I don't like young children, because they're noisy and it's difficult to study. Hopefully, I can live with a lady who has retired.", "W: OK, that's no problem. But I must warn you that living with a family in London is very expensive. Much more expensive than other small cities.", "M: That's not a big problem. I have some money saved. Besides, I can always get a part-time job. I'm working in a supermarket as a cashier now. So I don't think I will have trouble with money.", "W: Sounds good. I'll call you if I get some information about that.", "M: OK, that's great. Thank you very much.", "W: You are welcome." ]	[ { "answer": "To rent some place quiet enough to study.", "choice": [ "To find a house with lower rent.", "To share a room with his close friend.", "To rent some place quiet enough to study." ], "question": "What does the man want to do?" }, { "answer": "Sure, as she knows where to find what the man needs.", "choice": [ "Maybe, as she has a little information to offer the man.", "Sure, as she knows where to find what the man needs.", "Yes, as she is in charge of the affairs." ], "question": "Does the woman get familiar with the city?" }, { "answer": "A student studying in a college.", "choice": [ "A money cashier working in a supermarket.", "A manager arranging part time jobs.", "A student studying in a college." ], "question": "What does the man probably do?" } ]	4-229
[ "F: Are you sure that you have got the tickets in your pocket?", "M: Oh, I'm sorry. They are left at home." ]	[ { "answer": "In their home.", "choice": [ "In the man's jacket.", "In the woman's hand.", "In their home." ], "question": "Where are the tickets now?" } ]	12-104
[ "M: What can I do for you, Madam?", "W: Is there any fish here?" ]	[ { "answer": "Fish.", "choice": [ "Fish.", "Rice.", "Beef." ], "question": "What does the woman want to buy?" } ]	12-172
[ "M: The traffic is becoming worse and worse. I think there'll be huge changes in the ways people use cars. New laws will be made about what kind of car you can own and when you can drive.", "W: Maybe there'll just be too many of them on the roads. The air will be so seriously polluted that nobody will be able to breathe.", "M: Exactly. People will have to rely on trains.", "W: Why do you say that?", "M: Well, we won't be able to use cars, and airports take up too much space. That leaves trains.", "W: Huh. So do you think there'll be more efficient train systems between cities?", "M: Sure. They'll enable people to travel between cities in a matter of hours. There may even be trains going under the oceans to connect the main continents.", "W: Under the oceans? Oh, no! I get nervous enough flying on a plane." ]	[ { "answer": "Car types and driving time.", "choice": [ "License plates.", "Car types and driving time.", "Parking rates and road construction." ], "question": "What will the new laws be about?" }, { "answer": "Air pollution.", "choice": [ "Air pollution.", "Traffic jam.", "Oil shortage." ], "question": "What will too many cars lead to according to the woman?" }, { "answer": "Trains.", "choice": [ "Cars.", "Trains.", "Planes." ], "question": "Which will be the most important means of transportation according to the man?" }, { "answer": "It is frightening.", "choice": [ "It is exciting.", "It is frightening.", "It is convenient." ], "question": "What does the woman think about traveling by train under the ocean?" } ]	4-907
[ "M: Excuse me. Is this the Reference Desk?", "W: Yes, what can I do for you?", "M: I'd like to find some general information on computers.", "W: Is this for a particular research project or some general information?", "M: Well. I just need some general information for now.", "W: We have quite a few magazines here dealing with computers.", "M: Can I have the titles?", "W: Follow me. Let me show you how to find them." ]	[ { "answer": "librarian", "choice": [ "librarian", "shop assistant", "teacher" ], "question": "What do you think the woman is? The woman is a ______." }, { "answer": "find some general information on computers", "choice": [ "borrow some newspapers", "find some general information on computers", "find help for his particular research project" ], "question": "What does the man go there for? The man goes there to ______." }, { "answer": "he should borrow some magazines", "choice": [ "he should buy some particular books dealing with the problem", "he should ask some experts for advice", "he should borrow some magazines" ], "question": "What is the woman's suggestion? Her suggestion is that ______." }, { "answer": "show him the way to find what he wants", "choice": [ "lend him some money", "help him with his English", "show him the way to find what he wants" ], "question": "What does the woman promise to help? The woman promises to ______." } ]	16-71
[ "M: Would you like to have lunch with us?", "W: I'd love to, but I have to help John with his math problem right now.", "M: Would you like me to give you a lift?", "W: No,thanks. His home is not far and I can walk there." ]	[ { "answer": "On foot.", "choice": [ "By bus.", "On foot.", "Take the man's car." ], "question": "How does the woman go to John's home?" } ]	4-386
[ "W: Drive slowly, David. You could have an accident.", "M: You can count on me. I have been driving for years.", "W: Look out! Red light!", "M: It doesn't matter. It is late. There is no one around.", "W: Don't let the police catch you. Oh, David, that's a policeman. He is waving over us." ]	[ { "answer": "The man was fined by the policeman.", "choice": [ "The man was fined by the policeman.", "He escaped because no one saw him.", "He stopped at the traffic lights." ], "question": "What can we infer from the dialogue?" } ]	4-686
[ "M: Of the two houses we saw today, which do you prefer?", "W: I think the white one is prettier, but the brick one has a bigger garden. So I like it better." ]	[ { "answer": "It has a larger garden.", "choice": [ "It is bigger.", "It is a prettier color.", "It has a larger garden." ], "question": "Why does the woman like the brick house better than the white house?" } ]	21-13
[ "M: There is an exhibition about planes and satellites.", "W: Really? I'd like to see that, too." ]	[ { "answer": "Visit.", "choice": [ "Visit.", "Play.", "Fly." ], "question": "What have they decided to do?" } ]	3-213
[ "M: How are your home-stay families chosen?", "W: We have special requirements that our families must meet before they are invited to have our international students. We require that the family lies live within a reasonable distance of the school, have enough living space for the student, and live in a clean, safe and comfortable area. We also work with families who enjoy having international students. We try to match each student with a family as best we can.", "M: If I stay with a home-stay family, what should I expect?", "W: The family will treat you as a guest, and you will be expected to obey house rules. All families provide a single or shared room and a choice of meals. In most cases, students will be expected to share the bathroom. Experiences has shown us that living with a family is the most interesting and effective way to learn the language. Remember, your home-stay family will have different customs and habits from what perhaps you are used to. Meals will be prepared by the family. All home-stay families are within 30 minutes, travelling time of the school. The smaller the city, the less time it takes to reach the school." ]	[ { "answer": "Close to the school.", "choice": [ "Good at cooking.", "Close to the school.", "With international background." ], "question": "What kind of families can be possibly chosen as home-stay families?" }, { "answer": "A shared bedroom", "choice": [ "A bathroom of their own.", "No choice of meals.", "A shared bedroom" ], "question": "What can an international student expect in a home-stay family?" }, { "answer": "Learning the language better.", "choice": [ "Learning the language better.", "Having more freedom.", "Going to school early." ], "question": "What is the main advantage of staying with a home-stay family?" }, { "answer": "Follow the house rules.", "choice": [ "Cook for the family.", "Keep his or her habits.", "Follow the house rules." ], "question": "What should the student do to get along with the family?" } ]	9-26
[ "W: These are very nice shirts. How much are they?", "M: Five dollars each. For two, nine dollars. They are on special sale today." ]	[ { "answer": "Nine dollars.", "choice": [ "Nine dollars.", "Four dollars and fifty cents.", "Five dollars." ], "question": "How much does two shirts cost?" } ]	21-213
[ "M: I can't seem to solve this problem.", "W: Neither can I." ]	[ { "answer": "She can't solve it.", "choice": [ "She thinks it's easy.", "She can't solve it.", "She can help the man with it." ], "question": "What does the woman say about the problem?" } ]	20-45
[ "W: This is Helen. Can I speak to David?", "M: Yes, hold on, please." ]	[ { "answer": "He will ask David to answer the phone.", "choice": [ "He himself is David.", "David isn't in.", "He will ask David to answer the phone." ], "question": "What does the man mean?" } ]	12-197
[ "W: Where is Jack? His manager is trying to catch him several times but has always just missed him.", "M: That's because he is being in and out all day.", "W: What's been going on?", "M: It has been many emergency calls and he is the only technician available to go out and deal with them." ]	[ { "answer": "He is a company technician.", "choice": [ "He is a company manager.", "He makes emergency calls.", "He is a company technician." ], "question": "What do we know about Jack?" } ]	9-133
[ "Woman: How did you like the dishes, Sir?", "Man: Delicious. Everything was excellent here. Thank you!", "Woman: Do you want some coffee, tea, sir?", "Man: No. thanks, I'm fine. Ah, just have the bill, please. How much is your service charge?", "Woman: Fifteen percent and it's included in your bill. Thank you very much, sir. We look forward to seeing you again.", "Man: Sure, good night." ]	[ { "answer": "Quite satisfactory.", "choice": [ "Just so-so.", "Quite satisfactory.", "A bit disappointing." ], "question": "What did the man think of the meal?" }, { "answer": "The service.", "choice": [ "The food.", "The drinks.", "The service." ], "question": "What was the 15% on the bill paid for?" } ]	4-1435
[ "W: Late again, Ted? This is getting to be a habit. I'd be surprised if you were on time.", "M: Sorry, Miss Jamison. Did you see the fog on the weather report? It was dangerous to drive too fast.", "W: Maybe you should leave home earlier..." ]	[ { "answer": "Leave sooner.", "choice": [ "Drive faster.", "Leave sooner.", "Check the weather forecast." ], "question": "What does Miss Jamison think Ted should do?" } ]	7-248
[ "W: One of the most interesting experiments with dolphins must be one done by Doctor Jarvis Bastian. What he tried to do was to teach a male dolphin called Bass and a female called Doris to communicate with each other across a solid barrier.", "M: So how did he do it exactly?", "W: Well, first of all, he kept the two dolphins together in the same tank and taught them to press levers whenever they saw a light. The levers were fitted to the side of the tank next to each other. If the light flashed on and off several times, the dolphins were supposed to press the left-hand lever followed by the right-hand one. If the light was kept steady, the dolphins were supposed to press the levers in reverse order. Whenever they responded correctly, they were rewarded with fish.", "M: Sounds terribly complicated.", "W: Well, that was the first stage. In the second stage, Doctor Bastian separated the dolphins into two tanks. They could still hear one another, but they couldn't actually see each other. The levers and light were set up in exactly the same way except that this time it was only Doris who could see the light indicating which lever to press first. But in order to get their fish, both dolphins had to press the levers in the correct order. This meant of course that Doris had to tell Bass whether it was a flashing light or whether it was a steady light.", "M: So did it work?", "W: Well, amazingly enough, the dolphins achieved a 100 % success rate." ]	[ { "answer": "To see if dolphins can learn to communicate with each other.", "choice": [ "To test how responsive dolphins are to various signals.", "To find out if the female dolphin is cleverer than the male one.", "To see if dolphins can learn to communicate with each other." ], "question": "What is the purpose of Doctor Jarvis Bastian's experiment?" }, { "answer": "Press the right-hand lever first.", "choice": [ "Produce the appropriate sound.", "Press the right-hand lever first.", "Raise their heads above the water." ], "question": "What were the dolphins supposed to do when they saw a steady light?" }, { "answer": "Only one dolphin was able to see the light.", "choice": [ "Only one dolphin was able to see the light.", "The male dolphin received more rewards.", "Both dolphins were put in the same tank." ], "question": "How did the second stage of the experiment differ from the first stage?" } ]	5-587
[ "M: Hello, and welcome to our program \"Working Abroad\". Our guest this evening is a Londoner, who lives and works in Italy. Her name's Susan Hill. Susan, welcome to the program. You live in Florence, how long have you been living there?", "W: Since 1982. But when I went there in 1982, I planned to stay for only 6 months.", "M: Why did you change your mind?", "W: Well, I'm a designer. I design leather goods, mainly shoes, and handbags. Soon after I arrived in Florence, I got a job with one of Italy's top fashion houses, Ferregamo. So, I decided to stay.", "M: How lucky! Do you still work for Ferregamo?", "W: No, I've been a freelance designer for quite a long time now. Since 1988, in fact.", "M: So, does that mean you design for several different companies now?", "W: Yes, that's right. I've designed many fashion items for a number of Italian companies, and during the last four years, I've also been designing for the British company, Burberry's.", "M: What have you been designing for them?", "W: Mostly handbags, and small leather goods.", "M: Has the fashion industry in Italy changed since 1982?", "W: Oh, yes. It has become a lot more competitive. Because of quality of products from other countries has improved a lot. But the Italian quality and design is still world-famous.", "M: And do you ever think of returning to live in England?", "W: No, not really. Working in Italy is more interesting. I also love the Mediterranean sun and the Italian life style.", "M: Well, thank you for talking to us, Susan.", "W: It was a pleasure." ]	[ { "answer": "In a studio.", "choice": [ "In a studio.", "In a clothing store.", "At a beach resort." ], "question": "Where does this talk most probably take place?" }, { "answer": "To stay there for half a year.", "choice": [ "To live there permanently.", "To stay there for half a year.", "To find a better job to support herself." ], "question": "What was the woman's original plan when she went to Florence?" }, { "answer": "Designing fashion items for several companies.", "choice": [ "Designing fashion items for several companies.", "Modeling for a world-famous Italian company.", "Working as an employee for Ferragamo." ], "question": "What has the woman been doing for a living since 1988?" }, { "answer": "It has become much more competitive.", "choice": [ "It has seen a steady decline in its profits.", "It has become much more competitive.", "It has lost many customers to foreign companies." ], "question": "What do we learn about the change in Italy's fashion industry?" } ]	5-497
[ "M: How about going fishing this Sunday?", "W: That's a good idea." ]	[ { "answer": "Go fishing.", "choice": [ "Do some washing.", "Do some shopping.", "Go fishing." ], "question": "What are they going to do this Sunday?" } ]	12-195
[ "M: Jane, let's go swimming at the Student Center.", "W: I'd like to, Tom, but I have a paper due on Friday, and I haven't even started it yet.", "M: Just an hour. I've got a test tomorrow, so I won't be able to stay very long.", "W: I need the exercise, but I just can't spare the time.", "M: Okay, how about dinner at the Grill? You have to eat something, and it's right by the library. I'll go over there with you after dinner, and you can do your research while I study for my test.", "W: Well, but...", "M: Come on. You'll probably want to stay late, and you shouldn't walk home after dark. I'll stay until you're ready to go.", "W: That would be nice, but...", "M: Look, we really wouldn't be wasting any time. We'd just be doing everything we need to do, but we'd be doing it together. I just want to spend time with you.", "W: Me, too. Okay. I need to go home first, then I'll meet you at the Grill about six. Is that all right?", "M: That's great. We'll get everything done. You'll see." ]	[ { "answer": "Plans for the evening.", "choice": [ "Plans for the evening.", "Jane's research paper.", "Go swimming at the Student Center." ], "question": "What do Tom and Jane mainly discuss?" }, { "answer": "They will go to the library.", "choice": [ "They will go to the Grill.", "They will go to the library.", "They will go swimming." ], "question": "What does Tom suggest that they do after dinner?" }, { "answer": "He is willing to compromise.", "choice": [ "He is not a student.", "He is willing to compromise.", "He is not very concerned about Jane." ], "question": "What does we learn about Tom?" } ]	17-42
[ "W: I like skating but not skiing.", "M: Well, skiing, bowling and golf are my favorite sports." ]	[ { "answer": "Skating.", "choice": [ "Skating.", "Skiing.", "Bowling." ], "question": "Which sports does the woman like?" } ]	14-54

[ "M: Hi, Grace. Tell me something about your hometown.", "W: It's so beautiful and peaceful. But it's really far away from everything." ]

[ { "answer": "Isolated", "choice": [ "Promising", "Isolated", "Crowded" ], "question": "What does the woman think of her hometown?" } ]

7-380

[ "M: Dear, the film Harry Porter will be shown this evening in the cinema.", "W: Well, to be honest I'd rather stay at home." ]

[ { "answer": "The woman doesn't want to go to the cinema.", "choice": [ "The man is too tired to go to the cinema.", "The woman doesn't want to go to the cinema.", "The woman wants to go to the cinema." ], "question": "What do we know from the conversation?" } ]

13-212

[ "M: Can I help you?", "W: Yes, well, I bought this tie last week for my husband's birthday, and er...well he doesn't like it. Could I change it for something else, such as a shirt or a hat?", "M: Certainly, madam, provided that it hasn't been worn, and if you have the receipt.", "W: Yes, here it is.", "M: OK, er... this tie looks as if it were worn. I'm afraid I can't put that back on the shelf.", "W: Oh, that's a pity." ]

[ { "answer": "A tie.", "choice": [ "A hat.", "A tie.", "A shirt." ], "question": "What did the woman buy as her husband's birthday present?" }, { "answer": "Because the thing she wanted to change had been worn.", "choice": [ "Because the woman didn't show him the receipt.", "Because the thing she wanted to change had been worn.", "Because the woman told a lie." ], "question": "Why did the assistant refuse to help the woman?" } ]

4-54

[ "W: Have you found your youngest brother, Tom?", "M: Yes. He was picked up by a policeman." ]

[ { "answer": "A policeman.", "choice": [ "Tom.", "Tom's youngest brother.", "A policeman." ], "question": "Who found the lost boy?" } ]

12-184

[ "W: I enjoy going through secondhand bookstores, don't you? It's interesting to see what people used to enjoy reading. Did you see this old book of children's stories?", "M: Some of these books aren't so old, though. See? This novel was published only six years ago. It cost seventy-five cents.", "W: Hey! Look at this!", "M: What? Are you getting interested in nineteenth-century plays all of a sudden?", "W: No. Look at the signature. Someone gave this book as a present, and wrote a note on the inside of the front cover. It's dated 1856. Maybe it's worth something.", "M: Everything on that shelf is worth fifty cents.", "W: But if this is the signature of someone who is well-known, it might bring a lot more. I hear William Shakespeare's signature is worth about a million dollars.", "M: Oh? I can hardly read what the one says. Who wrote it?", "W: The name looks like \"Harold Dickinson\". Wasn't he a politician or something? I'm going to buy this book and see if I can find a name like that in the library.", "M: Good luck. Your book of plays may make you rich, but I'll bet my seventy-five cents novel is a better buy." ]

[ { "answer": "At a secondhand bookstore.", "choice": [ "In a classroom.", "In a library.", "At a secondhand bookstore." ], "question": "Where is this conversation taking place?" }, { "answer": "50 cents.", "choice": [ "50 cents.", "75 cents.", "5 dollars." ], "question": "How much does the book of nineteenth-century plays cost?" }, { "answer": "He once gave a book as a present.", "choice": [ "He once gave a book as a present.", "He was a politician.", "He died in 1856." ], "question": "What do we know about Harold Dickinson from this conversation?" }, { "answer": "A novel published six years ago.", "choice": [ "The book with the signature.", "A novel published six years ago.", "A novel which costs 60 cents." ], "question": "What will the man buy?" } ]

17-54

[ "W: Did you miss the beginning of the concert yesterday?", "M: The concert began as soon as I arrived at the hall." ]

[ { "answer": "He arrived just in time.", "choice": [ "The concert was put off.", "He arrived just in time.", "He missed the beginning of the concert." ], "question": "What does the man mean?" } ]

4-434

[ "M: Good morning, may I help you?", "W: I'd like to rent a car, please.", "M: Okay. Full size, mid-size or small size, madam?", "W: Small size, please. What's the rate?", "M: 78 dollars a day." ]

[ { "answer": "Asking for information.", "choice": [ "Offering help.", "Asking for information.", "Making an introduction." ], "question": "What is the woman doing?" } ]

7-339

[ "F: Do you have to change planes in Tokyo, Jim?", "M: Certainly. We arrive there at ten and leave at twelve." ]

[ { "answer": "Two hours.", "choice": [ "One hour.", "Two hours.", "Three hours." ], "question": "How long does Jim have to stay in Tokyo?" } ]

11-12

[ "W: What can I do for you?", "M: Well, has anyone turned in a brown leather wallet? Mine seems to be lost and it has my driver's license in it.", "W: Anything else in the wallet?", "M: Yes, some family pictures.", "W: I think one like that was brought in this morning. Wait here just a minute please." ]

[ { "answer": "She will show the man a wallet.", "choice": [ "She will ask to see the man's driver's license.", "She will sell the man a new leather wallet.", "She will show the man a wallet." ], "question": "What will the woman probably do?" } ]

17-100

[ "M: I'd like to buy a copy of Professor Franklin's book on American culture.", "W: I'm sorry. The book has been out of print for sometime now." ]

[ { "answer": "At a bookstore.", "choice": [ "In a printing shop.", "At a publishing house.", "At a bookstore." ], "question": "Where does the conversation probably take place." } ]

5-740

[ "W: John, I'm supposed to go on a picnic tomorrow with Mary, but now Karen has asked me to go to a movie with her. I need your advice. What should I do?", "M: If I were you, Susan, I'd go on the picnic.", "W: Well, I really want to see this movie.", "M: You can always see the movie some other time. In any case, you agreed to go with Mary first.", "W: You're right, John. I'll ask Karen to find another time for the movie. Now maybe you can help me decide what food to fix for the picnic. Would it be better to cook food at home and take it with us, or could we cook something there?", "M: There may not be a place to cook. Besides, it's always easier to fix things in your own kitchen." ]

[ { "answer": "Go to the movies.", "choice": [ "Go on a picnic.", "Go to the movies.", "Stay with John." ], "question": "What would Susan rather do actually?" }, { "answer": "She should go on the picnic.", "choice": [ "She should go on the picnic.", "She should go to the movies.", "She should go with him." ], "question": "What does John think Susan do?" }, { "answer": "It is better for her to prepare the food at home.", "choice": [ "She can cook the food in a wild place.", "It is better for her to prepare the food at home.", "She and Mary can buy some food on their way." ], "question": "What advice does John give Susan about the picnic?" } ]

4-766

[ "W: I can't imagine what happened to Judy.", "M: Neither can I. I'm sure she planned to come to the party." ]

[ { "answer": "Judy hasn't appeared yet.", "choice": [ "Judy came to the party.", "Judy planned the party.", "Judy hasn't appeared yet." ], "question": "What can be concluded about Judy?" } ]

4-704

[ "M: I don't like our new teacher. Do you?", "W: Oh, he's not too bad. I've had worse teachers.", "M: Doesn't he give us too much homework?", "W: Yes. He does give us a lot." ]

[ { "answer": "He is not too bad.", "choice": [ "He is too bad.", "He is not too bad.", "He is good." ], "question": "How does the woman think of the new teacher?" }, { "answer": "at school.", "choice": [ "at a repair shop.", "at school.", "at an airport." ], "question": "Where are they?" } ]

14-58

[ "Jori: Hi Dave. [Hi] Happy to see you could make it. Come on in.", "Dave: Wow. Looks like the party is in full swing.", "Jori: Yeah. And they're eating me out of house and home. Oh, I'd like you to meet my sister, Carol. She's visiting for the weekend.", "Dave: Oh. Which one is she?", "Jori: She's sitting on the sofa over there.", "Dave: You mean the woman wearing the red sweater with the long black hair?", "Jori: Yeah. That's right. Let me introduce you to her. I just know you two will hit it off. You're both so outgoing and adventurous.", "Dave: Uh, and who's the man sitting next to her? Uh, the man with the suit jacket and flashy green tie?", "Jori: Oh, that's Bob, my karate teacher.", "Dave: Karate teacher! I never knew you were into karate.", "Jori: Yeah, I started about two months ago. Come on. I'd like you to meet them." ]

[ { "answer": "her sister", "choice": [ "her best friend", "her brother Bob", "her sister" ], "question": "Who is visiting Jori for the weekend?" }, { "answer": "a sweater", "choice": [ "a sweater", "a red sweat shirt", "a black blouse" ], "question": "What is Carol wearing?" }, { "answer": "She's sociable.", "choice": [ "She's sociable.", "She's timid", "She's very reserved." ], "question": "What is Carol like?" }, { "answer": "a green tie", "choice": [ "a flashy suit jacket", "a green tie", "blue jeans" ], "question": "What is Bob wearing?" }, { "answer": "she is taking karate lessons from him.", "choice": [ "they work together in the same office.", "she is taking karate lessons from him.", "they met at a party two months ago." ], "question": "Jori knows Bob because:" } ]

1-25

[ "M: Amy, could I use your bike?", "W: I'm afraid you can't use it now. I am using it in 10 minutes." ]

[ { "answer": "She'll use her bike soon.", "choice": [ "She'll use her bike soon.", "She's lent her bike out.", "She'll borrow a bike." ], "question": "What does the woman mean?" } ]

9-19

[ "M: The tape-recorder you lent me yesterday is stolen. I'd like to buy a new one for you.", "W: Oh, that's all right." ]

[ { "answer": "The tape-recorder is stolen.", "choice": [ "The man is going to repair the tape-recorder.", "The tape-recorder is stolen.", "The man is going to find the tape-recorder." ], "question": "What can we learn from the dialogue?" } ]

12-285

[ "W: Hi, what can I do for you today, sir?", "M: Good morning. I bought this air conditioner here a few months ago. It doesn't work now. Can I return it or get it fixed?" ]

[ { "answer": "To buy an air conditioner.", "choice": [ "To have the air conditioner repaired.", "To buy an air conditioner.", "To have the air conditioner returned." ], "question": "What doesn't the man want to do according to the conversation?" } ]

4-1281

[ "M: Some people know a lot more than they tell.", "W: Unfortunately the reverse is also true." ]

[ { "answer": "Some people pretend to know what they really don't.", "choice": [ "Some people pretend to know what they really don't.", "What the woman said is true.", "What the woman said is wrong." ], "question": "What does the man mean?" } ]

5-183

[ "W: Tussion Hotel. Can I help you?", "M: Yes. I'd like to book a room for three nights.", "W: When will be arriving?", "M: We'll arrive the day after tomorrow. That is November 10th.", "W: Yes. sir. Single or double?", "M: One double room.", "W: All right. One double room until 13th.", "M: HOW much will that be?", "W: 200 yuan a night. including breakfast.", "M: That will be fine.", "W: May I have your name. please?", "M: Lining. Mr. Li.", "W: Thank you. Mr. Li. Goodbye.", "M: Bye." ]

[ { "answer": "Nov. 8th.", "choice": [ "Nov. 7th.", "Nov. 8th.", "Nov. 10th." ], "question": "What is the date today according to the conversation?" }, { "answer": "200 yuan a night.", "choice": [ "100 yuan a night.", "150 yuan a night.", "200 yuan a night." ], "question": "What is the rate of the room he'd like to book?" }, { "answer": "One double room.", "choice": [ "One single room.", "Two single rooms.", "One double room." ], "question": "What kind of room does the man want to book?" } ]

21-247

[ "M: I want to have this shirt washed and this suit dry-cleaned.", "W: Very well, sir. Your name and room number, please." ]

[ { "answer": "At a hotel.", "choice": [ "At a restaurant.", "At a hotel.", "At a department store." ], "question": "Where does the woman work?" } ]

4-35

[ "W: Did you hear Jakie's going to work in another department? We need to have a really good party so that we can send her off really well. So, what shall we do?", "M: Why don't we have a surprise party, Maggie?", "W: That's a good idea. We could go to the Holiday Inn Hotel.", "M: That's too expensive. Maybe we can ask Carrie to make a cake.", "W: Yeah, let's do that. Perhaps we could just give the party in the office and put up some balloons.", "M: That's great. I think we should also buy a really big card, a huge card, and we should get everybody to sign it.", "W: Shall we have some music?", "M: I was thinking exactly that myself. But ..." ]

[ { "answer": "Ask Carrie for help.", "choice": [ "Ask Carrie for help.", "Buy a huge cake.", "Play cards." ], "question": "What do the speakers decide to do?" }, { "answer": "Jackie.", "choice": [ "Maggie.", "The man.", "Jackie." ], "question": "Who will probably get surprised at the party?" } ]

9-25

[ "W: Hi, are you new here?", "M: Yes, I am.", "W: Is this your first year in college?", "M: No, I'm an exchange student from Boston College. I studied for two years here." ]

[ { "answer": "The first year.", "choice": [ "The first year.", "The second year.", "The third year." ], "question": "In which year is the man in college now?" } ]

7-363

[ "W: I think the story is interesting,but Mary thinks it dull. Can you tell us how you like it?", "M: I'm sorry I know nothing about your story." ]

[ { "answer": "He hasn't seen it.", "choice": [ "He thinks it interesting.", "He thinks it dull.", "He hasn't seen it." ], "question": "What does the man mean?" } ]

11-171

[ "W: I'm afraid I can't show you the apartment at the moment, because the tenant is still living in it. It's really a lovely place, with a big kitchen and a sunny window, for only two hundred dollars a month.", "M: Sounds good, but we really can't rent an apartment without seeing it first." ]

[ { "answer": "The man insists on having a look at the apartment first.", "choice": [ "The man will rent the apartment when it is available.", "The man made a bargain with the landlady over the rent.", "The man insists on having a look at the apartment first." ], "question": "What do we learn from the conversation?" } ]

5-470

[ "W: Jack, are you going to play tennis with us today?", "M: I promised Bill I'd go swimming with him." ]

[ { "answer": "Go swimming.", "choice": [ "Visit Bill.", "Play tennis.", "Go swimming." ], "question": "What will Jack do?" } ]

3-190

[ "W: John told me he had got a second-hand car, do you know how much he paid for it?", "M: Well, he said he paid 800 dollars for it. I think he got a real bargain." ]

[ { "answer": "It's cheap indeed.", "choice": [ "It's quite normal.", "It's too high.", "It's cheap indeed." ], "question": "What does the man think of the price of the car?" } ]

5-307

[ "M: Do you ever know what Tony is talking about.'?", "W: Never, he always beats around the bush." ]

[ { "answer": "He doesn't come to the point.", "choice": [ "He speaks too fast.", "He speaks too slowly.", "He doesn't come to the point." ], "question": "What does the woman mean?" } ]

16-81

[ "M: How did you feel when the head called you?", "W: I couldn't say I was relaxed." ]

[ { "answer": "She was nervous.", "choice": [ "She was pleased.", "She was relaxed.", "She was nervous." ], "question": "How did the woman feel when she was called by the head?" } ]

3-0

[ "W: Excuse me, sir. I notice you're reading a newspaper. Can I ask you some questions for a market research project?", "M: I don't really trust big advertisers, so...", "W: Oh, it's not like that. We're a small nonprofit organization, and we're hoping to save our local papers and all the jobs they create.", "M: Oh, that's an awesome cause! Fire away!", "W: Great. So, tell me what you like about newspapers.", "M: Well, there is a certain feel to holding a paper and turning the pages. The touch and sound of the paper as I fold it are so pleasant... A tablet can't give you this kind of feeling at all.", "W: Do you usually read the whole paper or go through different sections to pick out your favorite articles?", "M: I like being able to look around and find what I want. I can do this very quickly with a newspaper, but online news is tough for me to sort through. It takes me forever just to find something good, and sometimes when I do, it turns out to be something different!", "W: Do you dislike anything about your newspaper?", "M: Well, the only thing I can think of is all the ads nowadays. But it's even worse online, so I guess the answer is no!" ]

[ { "answer": "A small nonprofit organization.", "choice": [ "A newspaper.", "A big advertising company.", "A small nonprofit organization." ], "question": "Who does the woman work for?" }, { "answer": "\"Ask me your questions\".", "choice": [ "\"Tell me about the project\".", "\"Ask me your questions\".", "\"Nice to meet you\"." ], "question": "What does the phrase \"fire away\" probably mean?" }, { "answer": "He reads only his favorite articles.", "choice": [ "He reads the whole paper.", "He reads only his favorite articles.", "He reads slowly throughout the day." ], "question": "How does the man usually read the newspaper?" }, { "answer": "There are too many ads.", "choice": [ "There are too many ads.", "They make an annoying sound.", "It takes too long to find something good." ], "question": "According to the man, what is bad about newspapers?" } ]

4-1101

[ "W: John's been dismissed for stealing.", "M: There must be some mistake." ]

[ { "answer": "John was called a thief.", "choice": [ "John missed a test.", "John has kept his job.", "John was called a thief." ], "question": "What can be concluded from the conversation?" } ]

5-592

[ "W: Can I help you?", "M: Yes, I'd like a bottle of juice." ]

[ { "answer": "In a shop.", "choice": [ "In a shop.", "In a bookshop.", "At school." ], "question": "Where are they talking?" } ]

12-3

[ "M: I was deeply affected by the tallk the blind boy gave this morning.", "W: I think everyone felt the same." ]

[ { "answer": "It was moving.", "choice": [ "It was interesting.", "It was moving.", "It was discouraging." ], "question": "How did the man feel about the boy's talk?" } ]

23-43

[ "W: Oh,look! Joni Mitchell is in town.", "M: Who's that? I've never heard of her.", "W: What? She's one of the greatest folk singers in the world!" ]

[ { "answer": "Surprised.", "choice": [ "Excited.", "Surprised.", "Frightened." ], "question": "How does the woman feel at the man's words?" } ]

4-285

[ "W: Do you know what's wrong with Mark? He's been acting very strangely lately.", "M: Come on, with his parents coming to visit next week-right after he's moved into a new apartment-he's just got a lot on his mind." ]

[ { "answer": "He has lots of things to do before his parents come.", "choice": [ "He has been very abnormal recently.", "He is afraid of his parents a lot.", "He has lots of things to do before his parents come." ], "question": "What does the man say about Mark?" } ]

20-98

[ "W: Good morning, Uncle Smith.", "M: Good morning, Cathy.", "W: I want to have a dinner party to celebrate my birthday. Would you come?", "M: I'd love to, Cathy. What time?", "W: Next weekend, on Saturday.", "M: Saturday do you say?", "W: If that's all right with you.", "M: I'm afraid I'm busy then. I've already had plans.", "W: What about Sunday?", "M: I'm sure it will be all fight.", "W: Good, you'd better around 6:30 or 7:00, we'll heve time to chat a while." ]

[ { "answer": "She wanted to have a birthday party.", "choice": [ "She liked him.", "She had no other friends.", "She wanted to have a birthday party." ], "question": "Why did the girl invite Uncle Smith to dinner?" }, { "answer": "On Sunday.", "choice": [ "On Saturday.", "From Monday to Friday.", "On Sunday." ], "question": "When would Uncle Smith be free?" }, { "answer": "He would be very busy on Saturday.", "choice": [ "He only wanted to come on Sunday.", "He would be very busy on Saturday.", "His car was broken down." ], "question": "Why wouldn't Uncle Smith come on Saturday?" }, { "answer": "About 6:30 or 7:00.", "choice": [ "About 6:30 or 7:00.", "About 7: 30.", "About 6: 00." ], "question": "What time would they meet on Sunday?" } ]

16-35

[ "M: Which floor do you live on, Edison?", "W: On the fourth floor." ]

[ { "answer": "The fourth floor.", "choice": [ "The fourth floor.", "The fifth floor.", "The sixteenth floor." ], "question": "Which floor does Edison live on?" } ]

12-529

[ "M: A new film will be on tonight. Will you go with me?", "W: Sorry, I have no time for films or dinner out. I now have to worry about the upcoming final exam." ]

[ { "answer": "Prepare for her final exam.", "choice": [ "See a film.", "Have dinner with the man.", "Prepare for her final exam." ], "question": "What will the woman probably do tonight?" } ]

7-124

[ "F: Who is going to your birthday party?", "M: Let me see: Rose, Mary, Bob, and the twins Peter and Mike." ]

[ { "answer": "Five.", "choice": [ "Three.", "Four.", "Five." ], "question": "How many friends are going to the man's birthday party?" } ]

12-118

[ "W: Hi, Bob, guess what? I'm going to visit Quebec next summer. I'm invited to go to a friend's wedding, but while I'm there, I'd also like to do some sightseeing.", "M: That's nice, Sherry. But do you mean the province of Quebec or Quebec City?", "W: I mean the province. My friend's wedding is in Montreal, so I'm going there first. I'll stay for 5 days. Is Montreal the capital city of the province?", "M: Well, many people think so because it's the biggest city, but it's not the capital. Quebec City is, but Montreal is great. The Santa Lawrence River runs right through the middle of the city. It's beautiful in summer.", "W: Wow, and do you think I can get by in English? My French is okay, but not that good. I know most people there speak French, but can I also use English?", "M: Well, people speak both French and English there, but you'll hear French most of the time and all the street signs are in French. In fact, Montreal is the third largest French-speaking city in the world. So you'd better practice your French before you go.", "W: Good advice, what about Quebec City? I'll visit a friend from college who lives there now. What's it like?", "M: It's a beautiful city, very old. Many old buildings have been nicely restored. Some of them were built in the 17th and 18th centuries. You'll love it there.", "W: Fantastic. I can't wait to go." ]

[ { "answer": "People in Montreal mostly speak French.", "choice": [ "Montreal is the third largest city in the world.", "Montreal is the capital city of Quebec province.", "People in Montreal mostly speak French." ], "question": "What can we know about Montreal?" } ]

17-107

[ "M: How was the weather for your hiking trip last Saturday?", "W: It rained a little in the morning,but got sunny in the afternoon.", "M: Did you have a lot of fun?", "W: Sure." ]

[ { "answer": "It turned fine in the afternoon.", "choice": [ "It was sunny.", "It was raining all day.", "It turned fine in the afternoon." ], "question": "What was the weather like last Saturday?" } ]

4-233

[ "W: It's nearly seven o'clock. Let's go.", "M: Don't worry. The party starts at seven thirty." ]

[ { "answer": "It's nearly seven o'clock.", "choice": [ "It's eight o'clock.", "It's eight twenty.", "It's nearly seven o'clock." ], "question": "What time is it?" } ]

12-263

[ "M: Hi Alice, what are you doing? You look worried.", "W: Oh. There's something wrong with my electronic calculator.", "M: Do you want me to have a look at it?", "W: It's very kind of you, but I would like to have a try first. Er... You know... I can do without it in class this afternoon.", "M: Oh, well, if you need any help, just let me know. I'm free after school.", "W: I will. Thank you very much.", "M: You're welcome." ]

[ { "answer": "Offering help.", "choice": [ "Offering help.", "Giving advice.", "Making appointments." ], "question": "What is the man doing?" }, { "answer": "Classmates.", "choice": [ "Doctor and patient.", "Husband and wife.", "Classmates." ], "question": "What is the relationship between the two speakers?" } ]

4-1313

[ "W: Kennedy Airport, please. I have to be there by 7:00.", "M: I can't promise anything, but I'll do my best.", "W: I'll pay more if we get there on time.", "M: But safety is more important." ]

[ { "answer": "By taxi.", "choice": [ "By bus.", "By car.", "By taxi." ], "question": "How's the woman going to the airport?" } ]

4-735

[ "M: Why did you buy so many books?", "W: The bookstore is celebrating its 5th anniversary, so there's a 35% discount on all books." ]

[ { "answer": "35%.", "choice": [ "30%.", "35%.", "13.5%." ], "question": "What is the discount rate of the books?" } ]

23-47

[ "W: These DVDs will be due back on Thursday, the 7th.", "M: How much more should we pay to keep them another week?" ]

[ { "answer": "Borrowing DVDs.", "choice": [ "Buying DVDs.", "Sharing DVDs.", "Borrowing DVDs." ], "question": "What are the speakers talking about?" } ]

9-55

[ "W: What kind of songs do you prefer, folk songs or pop songs?", "M: Folk songs." ]

[ { "answer": "Folk songs.", "choice": [ "Pop songs.", "Folk songs.", "Classical music." ], "question": "What kind of songs does the man prefer?" } ]

4-761

[ "W: What do you want to do tonight?", "M: How about going to the cinema? I haven't seen a movie for a long time and I really miss it.", "W: What do you want to see?", "M: There's a good film at the Green House Cinema,The Speed and Passion 8. I've watched all the former movies in that series and I really like them. The movie starts at 6:15 pm.", "W: I don't think I can make it. I won't be able to leave the office until 6:00 pm.", "M: Then let's watch the one that starts at 8:20 pm. We can eat first and then go to the cinema.", "W: That sounds better." ]

[ { "answer": "Seven.", "choice": [ "Six.", "Seven.", "Eight." ], "question": "How many movies in that series has the man watched?" }, { "answer": "At 8:20 pm.", "choice": [ "At 6:00 pm.", "At 6:15 pm.", "At 8:20 pm." ], "question": "When will the speakers watch the movie?" } ]

7-235

[ "M: The air conditioner in my room is broken and I can't work.", "W: Why not go to the office?" ]

[ { "answer": "The man can do his work in the office.", "choice": [ "The man can sleep in the office.", "She can have someone to repair the air conditioner.", "The man can do his work in the office." ], "question": "What does the woman mean?" } ]

21-117

[ "F: I go to work by bike every day, what about you, Peter?", "M: I go to work by bus, and seldom by bike." ]

[ { "answer": "By bus.", "choice": [ "By bike.", "By bus.", "On foot." ], "question": "How does Peter go to work every day?" } ]

12-88

[ "F: Excuse me, could you tell me which train will leave for London?", "M: Sorry, the train for London has just left." ]

[ { "answer": "At a railway station.", "choice": [ "At a bus stop.", "At a shop.", "At a railway station." ], "question": "Where are they talking?" } ]

12-110

[ "W: Looks like rain. Better find your umbrella.", "M: Yeah, I think it's going to rain. That's why I'm not going out." ]

[ { "answer": "What the weather will be like", "choice": [ "When to go out.", "Where to buy an umbrella.", "What the weather will be like" ], "question": "What are the speakers talking about?" } ]

4-417

[ "W: What time do you get up to go to work, Jerry?", "M: I'm usually up by 6:00 and out of the house by 6:15.", "W: That's pretty early. Don't you start work at 9:00?", "M: Well, I go to the gym every morning before I arrive at the office. There aren't many other people there at that time, and I usually don't feel like exercising after a long day at work. But the real reason is that it gives me the energy I need to make it through the day.", "W: So, you take a shower at the gym every morning?", "M: During the week, yes. I don't go to the gym on the weekend. I get all the exercise I need playing with my two sons at the park!", "W: I'll bet! My husband is always tired after he takes our daughter hiking in the mountains on the weekends.", "M: Hey, Sophie, we should all get together and do something fun this weekend. I know Molly would love to see you.", "W: That sounds great." ]

[ { "answer": "At 6:15 a.m.", "choice": [ "At 6:00 a.m.", "At 6:15 a.m.", "At 9:00 a.m." ], "question": "When does the man leave his house during the week?" }, { "answer": "It makes him energetic.", "choice": [ "It makes him energetic.", "He prefers to shower there.", "It's the only time he can exercise." ], "question": "Why does the man go to the gym?" }, { "answer": "The man's wife.", "choice": [ "The woman.", "The woman's daughter.", "The man's wife." ], "question": "Who might Molly be?" } ]

4-1153

[ "W: Are you doing anything special tonight?", "M: I have nothing tonight. Anything I can do for you?", "W: How about going to the movies? It will do you good to get your mind off your work for a while.", "M: That sounds like a good idea. But what is playing?", "W: I've looked up the entertainment section in the newspaper. There are some new films on in town.", "M: Is there anything interesting on?", "W: There is also a new Beijing Opera put on for the first time. I wonder if you are interested.", "M: Why not, of course.", "W: I do not think we have time to go back to the hotel if we want to watch the opera. Let's get something in a nearby restaurant.", "M: OK." ]

[ { "answer": "Yes.", "choice": [ "Yes.", "No.", "He has special something to do." ], "question": "Is the man free tonight?" }, { "answer": "In the newspaper.", "choice": [ "On TV.", "In the newspaper.", "In the local radio station." ], "question": "Where did the woman look up the message about the new movies?" }, { "answer": "Watch the Beijing opera.", "choice": [ "Work at office.", "See a film.", "Watch the Beijing opera." ], "question": "What are they going to do tonight?" }, { "answer": "In a nearby restaurant.", "choice": [ "In a nearby restaurant.", "At the hotel.", "At home." ], "question": "Where will they have something to eat?" } ]

14-103

[ "W: What kind of course are you looking for, language or computer?", "M: I need to improve my English.", "W: Have you ever considered taking one of our online courses?" ]

[ { "answer": "An office clerk.", "choice": [ "An adult student.", "An English teacher.", "An office clerk." ], "question": "What does the woman do?" } ]

4-666

[ "W: Today is cold.", "M: But yesterday was even colder." ]

[ { "answer": "Today.", "choice": [ "Today.", "Yesterday.", "Tomorrow." ], "question": "Which day is warmer?" } ]

12-148

[ "W: May I help you, sir?", "M: Yes, please. I want to buy a personal gift for my brother. He's taking a trip to South America.", "W: Is he going by ship or plane?", "M: He,s flying. My gift will have to be something light in weight. What can you suggest?", "W: What about this tie? It's made of pure silk.", "M: My sister already gave him one. I'd like something unusual. Let me look around...oh, that clock looks nice, but...", "W: Hey,here is a gift for the man who has everything.", "M: Oh,a folding toothbrush! That's a wonderful idea! I'll take it." ]

[ { "answer": "By plane.", "choice": [ "By ship.", "By plane.", "By train." ], "question": "How will the man's brother go to South America?" }, { "answer": "A toothbrush.", "choice": [ "A toothbrush.", "A silk tie.", "A clock." ], "question": "What will the man probably buy for his brother?" } ]

9-32

[ "W: What can I do for you?", "M: I'd like to exchange this sweater.", "W: What seems to be the matter?", "M: Well, you see I got this as a birthday present, but it's the wrong size, and what's more, I really don't like the colour.", "W: Do you have the receipt?", "M: Yes.", "W: Can I have a look at it, please?", "M: Certainly" ]

[ { "answer": "In a shop.", "choice": [ "In a friend's house.", "In a shop.", "At a party." ], "question": "Where does the conversation probably take place?" }, { "answer": "It doesn't fit him and the color isn't satisfactory.", "choice": [ "It doesn't fit him and the color isn't satisfactory.", "It is a birthday present from his friend.", "He has got the receipt." ], "question": "Why does the man want to exchange the sweater?" } ]

16-51

[ "W: Excuse me, sir. May I help you?", "M: No, thanks. We are just looking.", "W: If there is anything that interests you, just let me know.", "M: OK. Thanks." ]

[ { "answer": "Strangers.", "choice": [ "Friends.", "Classmates.", "Strangers." ], "question": "What is the relationship between the speakers?" } ]

3-35

[ "M: Do you have a driver's license?", "W: No. I am going to take the test in a couple of weeks.", "M: Didn't you drive in your own country?", "W: Yes. But I have to be more skilled.", "M: And you have to study the traffic rules too." ]

[ { "answer": "She must improve her driving skills.", "choice": [ "She must change her driving habits.", "She must improve her driving skills.", "She must renew her driver's license." ], "question": "What does the woman say to the man?" } ]

9-117

[ "W: Your MP3 is so beautiful. From which shop did you buy it?", "M: Not in the usual shop. I bought it on the Internet. It's much cheaper than the ones we bought from the shops." ]

[ { "answer": "On the Internet.", "choice": [ "On the Internet.", "In a supermarket.", "In a shop." ], "question": "Where did the man buy the MP3?" } ]

4-619

[ "W: Could you tell me how many of your employees are women?", "M: Yes, certainly. We have a very high percentage of female staff. We employ about 160 women, which is eighty percent of all our staff." ]

[ { "answer": "40.", "choice": [ "160.", "40.", "80." ], "question": "How many of the employees in this organization are men?" } ]

5-890

[ "W: Oh, Dad, what will you give me for my birthday?", "M: Alice, do you like a red bike?" ]

[ { "answer": "A red bike.", "choice": [ "A sweater.", "A watch.", "A red bike." ], "question": "What does Alice's father want to buy for her?" } ]

12-270

[ "W: What's the matter?", "M: I don't know. All of a sudden, the engine died.", "W: Well, can you start it?", "M: No...No, it won't start now.", "W: Could we be out of gas?", "M: No, I'm sure we are not out of gas.", "W: Let's check the gas gauge. Oh, see, it's on \"empty\".", "M: I was sure the tank was half full!", "W: Obviously, it wasn't. Well, too bad.", "M: What time is it now?", "W: It's five to eight. I am afraid we can't get to the airport on time. He's probably looking for us right now.", "M: Let's stand by the side of the road for a few minutes. Maybe somebody will stop and pick us up." ]

[ { "answer": "They run out of gas.", "choice": [ "They don't have an engine.", "Their tank is half full.", "They run out of gas." ], "question": "What's wrong with the two speakers?" }, { "answer": "To the airport.", "choice": [ "To the seaport.", "To the railway station.", "To the airport." ], "question": "Where are they going?" }, { "answer": "Do nothing but wait.", "choice": [ "Do nothing but wait.", "Find a policeman.", "Telephone the nearest gas station." ], "question": "What should they do now?" } ]

4-296

[ "W: Do you think he could help me change the water in the fish tank this week?", "M: I don't know. He's pretty busy." ]

[ { "answer": "Someone to change the water.", "choice": [ "Someone to change the fish tank.", "Someone to water the garden.", "Someone to change the water." ], "question": "What does the woman need?" } ]

7-90

[ "W: Am I standing in the right position?", "M: Uh ... just one thing, you should lift your feet a little higher, and keep your arms straight back. Now, when you go into the water, your head will go first and your legs will follow right along be-hind." ]

[ { "answer": "Diving.", "choice": [ "Skiing.", "Basketball.", "Diving." ], "question": "What sports are they talking about?" } ]

14-259

[ "M: Do you want to go for a picinc with me tomorrow?", "W: I'd like to. How about asking Jenny to go with us?", "M: Oh, no. She is busy with her dancing class. You know, there is a very big performance in just a week.", "W: Yes, you're right. It is really not good for her to learn dancing. Her leg hasn't completely recovered from that accident.", "M: But she doesn't think so. She is crazy about dancing. Will you take your camera with you tomorrow?", "W: I want to, but I lent it to Tom yesterday. Do you have one?", "M: No, but I know Mary has got one. Let's go and ask her if she'd like to join us.", "W: OK." ]

[ { "answer": "Go for a picnic.", "choice": [ "Go for a picnic.", "Go swimming.", "Go fishing." ], "question": "What does the man want to do tomorrow?" }, { "answer": "She will give a performance soon.", "choice": [ "She will have a test soon.", "She will give a performance soon.", "She has to go to the hospital frequently." ], "question": "Why is Jenny so busy?" }, { "answer": "Dancing.", "choice": [ "Dancing.", "Reading.", "Singing." ], "question": "What is Jenny crazy about?" }, { "answer": "She has lent it to someone else.", "choice": [ "She has lost it.", "She has lent it to someone else.", "There is something wrong with it." ], "question": "Why won't the woman take her camera with her tomorrow?" } ]

4-1173

[ "W: Did you enjoy visiting the museum?", "M: I've been there a hundred times!" ]

[ { "answer": "He's tired of touring this museum.", "choice": [ "He doesn't like museums,", "He's tired of touring this museum.", "He thinks a hundred miles is too far to go for a tour." ], "question": "What does the man mean?" } ]

17-173

[ "W: I'm out of coins for the slot machine. Do you have any?", "M: I don't have any either. But I'll get some from the cafe." ]

[ { "answer": "Get some coins at the cafe.", "choice": [ "Get some coins at the cafe.", "Buy her a cup of coffee at the cafe.", "Get some coffee from the machine." ], "question": "What does the man offer to do?" } ]

5-281

[ "M: Do you want your television repaired?", "W: Yes, but not by the man you suggested.", "M: Why not? The repairmen are very good and the charges are so reasonable.", "W: That may be, but I couldn't find the place.", "M: But you couldn't miss it. I told you it is at the first right after the railroad bridge.", "W: I took that. I went to the end of the road. There is no such place.", "M: Wait a minute. Perhaps it is the second right. Yes, I think it is.", "W: I should have known, whenever someone says \"You can't miss it\", you can be sure that you won't find it." ]

[ { "answer": "The man.", "choice": [ "The man.", "The repairman.", "The shopkeeper." ], "question": "Whom do you think the woman was angry with?" }, { "answer": "The man gave her the wrong directions.", "choice": [ "She missed the right turn.", "The man gave her the wrong directions.", "She was a bad driver." ], "question": "Why couldn't the woman find the repair shop?" }, { "answer": "They did good work and the price was reasonable.", "choice": [ "The shop was easy to find.", "One of the repairmen was his friend.", "They did good work and the price was reasonable." ], "question": "Why did the man tell her to turn to these television repairmen?" } ]

2-22

[ "M: We're having a picnic tomorrow. Why don't you come with us?", "W: I'd like to, but I think it's going to rain. The weatherman says so.", "M: I don't think he is right. It hasn't rained for a week and it isn't cloudy, either.", "W: But he is usually correct in his weather news.", "M: The temperature is 32t this afternoon. I'm sure we'll have fine weather for our picnic.", "W: Well, I'll go, but I'll take my umbrella with me." ]

[ { "answer": "Sunny.", "choice": [ "Rainy.", "Cloudy.", "Sunny." ], "question": "What does the man think the weather is going to be like tomorrow?" }, { "answer": "Go to the picnic with an umbrella.", "choice": [ "Go to the picnic with an umbrella.", "Stay home because of the rain.", "Make sure of the weather." ], "question": "What will the woman probably do tomorrow?" } ]

2-101

[ "M: Sally, do you like seafood?", "W: Yes, of course.", "M: Is there anything you especially like?", "W: Well, I really don't know. I can never remember the names.", "M: Okay. Is there any food you don't eat?", "W: Well, I don't eat chicken. And I don't like eggs, either. But I like all kinds of fish and vegetables.", "M: Then let's look at the menu and see what they've got for us." ]

[ { "answer": "Fish.", "choice": [ "Chicken.", "Fish.", "Eggs." ], "question": "What food does Sally like?" }, { "answer": "Order dishes.", "choice": [ "Cook dinner.", "Go shopping.", "Order dishes." ], "question": "What are the speakers going to do?" } ]

4-1462

[ "M: We would be interested in having you join us, Mrs. Sharp.", "W: Thank you. I have done this knid of work before.", "M: I know, and that's probably the reason you've been employed. Do you prefer part-time or full-time employment?", "W: Part-time.", "M: OK. Some people choose part-time jobs because they want to do something else besides work, such as reading novels or playing sports. But they will not get any other benefits besides the wages.", "W: I don't care about that. May I ask you if I can decide the hours I would work?", "M: I can only give you the choice from 7:00 a.m. till noon or from noon till 5:00 p.m.", "W: Then I'd prefer to work in the morning because I have to prepare dinner for my children.", "M: OK, Mrs. Sharp. Just sign your name on this sheet of paper. You may start next week. Mrs. Clarkson has got something ready for you--a blackboard, some chalk, and a tape recorder. She'll show you around later.", "W: Thank you." ]

[ { "answer": "Because she has some experience.", "choice": [ "Because she wants low pay.", "Because she prefers a part-time job.", "Because she has some experience." ], "question": "Why does the woman get the job?" }, { "answer": "Cook dinner.", "choice": [ "Read novels.", "Cook dinner.", "Play sports." ], "question": "What will the woman do after work?" }, { "answer": "A teacher.", "choice": [ "A teacher.", "A nurse.", "An engineer." ], "question": "What job is the woman probably going to do?" } ]

4-1539

[ "M: Has your younger sister found a new job?", "W: No. She is still at home. But I'm helping her look for one." ]

[ { "answer": "Helping her younger sister look for a job.", "choice": [ "Working for her sister.", "Helping her younger sister look for a job.", "Looking for a new job." ], "question": "What does the mall mean?" } ]

21-326

[ "F: My husband often repairs watches for people.", "M: Really? I have a broken one." ]

[ { "answer": "A watch.", "choice": [ "A pen.", "A watch.", "A bike." ], "question": "What does the man have?" } ]

12-347

[ "Teacher: Oh, hi. What was your name again. I can't keep straight all the students' names this being the second day of school.", "Student: It's okay. I have a hard time remembering names myself.", "Teacher: How, uh, Karen, right?", "Student: No, it's Nancy. My mom's name is Karen.", "Teacher: Nancy. Okay. I think I heard you were from England.", "Student: Well, I was born there, but my parents are American. I grew up in France.", "Teacher: Oh, a world traveller!", "Student: But then we moved here when I was nine.", "Teacher: So, what does your father do now?", "Student: Well, he's a college professor, and he is in Scotland at the moment.", "Teacher: How interesting. What does he teach?", "Student: Oh, I haven't a clue. Nah, just joking. He teaches chemistry.", "Teacher: Oh, chemistry, and uh, what about your mother?", "Student: She works full time at home.", "Teacher: Oh, and what, does she have her own business or something?", "Student: Nah, she takes care of me.", "Teacher: Well, being a homemaker can be a real hard, but rewarding job.", "Student: I think so too." ]

[ { "answer": "at a school", "choice": [ "at a park", "at a school", "at a birthday party" ], "question": "Where does this conversation most likely take place?" }, { "answer": "Nancy", "choice": [ "Kathy", "Karen", "Nancy" ], "question": "What is the girl's name?" }, { "answer": "in the United States", "choice": [ "in Scotland", "in France", "in the United States" ], "question": "Where does the girl probably live now?" }, { "answer": "He is a professor.", "choice": [ "He is a travel agent.", "He is a professor.", "He is computer programmer." ], "question": "What does the girl's father do for a living?" }, { "answer": "why her parents lived in England for several years", "choice": [ "why her parents lived in England for several years", "where her mother works at the present time", "where the girl grew up" ], "question": "What is one thing NOT mentioned about the girl's family?" } ]

1-23

[ "W: Well, what are you going to eat? The pork is very good here.", "M: Umm...I had pork yesterday. I think I'll have the beef." ]

[ { "answer": "He wants to have a change.", "choice": [ "He doesn't like pork.", "He never eats pork in this restaurant.", "He wants to have a change." ], "question": "Why doesn't the man want to eat pork?" } ]

21-164

[ "M: Do you think the headmaster could see me before nine thirty?", "W: He won't be in until eleven forty-five.", "M: Is twelve forty any good?", "W: Yes, I'll write down the time." ]

[ { "answer": "At 12:40.", "choice": [ "At 9:30.", "At 11:45.", "At 12:40." ], "question": "When can the man see the headmaster?" } ]

2-0

[ "M: Are you going to Helen's birthday party on Friday evening?", "W: I wouldn't miss it for the world! It's sure to be fun. She's invited a lot of friends. Do you think everyone will be able to get into her house?", "M: If everyone turned up, it would be very crowded. But a few said that they couldn't go, so I think it should be OK.", "W: Are you taking anything?", "M: I've got her a birthday present and I'll take a bottle of wine too.", "W: That's a good idea. She has bought plenty of food and drinks. It's going to be a noisy party. I hope her neighbours don't mind too much.", "M: Helen gets on very well with her neighbours. I wouldn't be surprised if they went to the party too." ]

[ { "answer": "Helen's birthday party.", "choice": [ "Helen's neighbours.", "Helen's good friends.", "Helen's birthday party." ], "question": "What are the speakers mainly talking about?" }, { "answer": "Plenty of food and drinks.", "choice": [ "A bottle of wine.", "Plenty of food and drinks.", "Some birthday presents." ], "question": "What has Helen bought home?" }, { "answer": "They get on very well.", "choice": [ "They get on very well.", "They never visit each other.", "They often have dinner together." ], "question": "What can we learn about Helen and her neighbours?" } ]

4-193

[ "M: Barbara!", "W: Mark!", "M: What are you doing here? You live in Manchester, don't you?", "W: Yes, I do. But I'm having a week's holiday here." ]

[ { "answer": "Old friends.", "choice": [ "Old friends.", "Workmates.", "Teammates." ], "question": "What is the probable relationship between the two speakers?" } ]

4-668

[ "W: Do you have somewhere to stay in London, Peter?", "M: No, I don't. In fact, I was about to ask you if you could arrange some place for me to stay.", "W: Yes, that's no problem though I am not in charge of it. I'll ask someone to arrange it for you. What kind of place were you considering?", "M: Well, I don't care if I share with other people, but I'm not good at housework. Maybe a home stay would be OK, but I don't like young children, because they're noisy and it's difficult to study. Hopefully, I can live with a lady who has retired.", "W: OK, that's no problem. But I must warn you that living with a family in London is very expensive. Much more expensive than other small cities.", "M: That's not a big problem. I have some money saved. Besides, I can always get a part-time job. I'm working in a supermarket as a cashier now. So I don't think I will have trouble with money.", "W: Sounds good. I'll call you if I get some information about that.", "M: OK, that's great. Thank you very much.", "W: You are welcome." ]

[ { "answer": "To rent some place quiet enough to study.", "choice": [ "To find a house with lower rent.", "To share a room with his close friend.", "To rent some place quiet enough to study." ], "question": "What does the man want to do?" }, { "answer": "Sure, as she knows where to find what the man needs.", "choice": [ "Maybe, as she has a little information to offer the man.", "Sure, as she knows where to find what the man needs.", "Yes, as she is in charge of the affairs." ], "question": "Does the woman get familiar with the city?" }, { "answer": "A student studying in a college.", "choice": [ "A money cashier working in a supermarket.", "A manager arranging part time jobs.", "A student studying in a college." ], "question": "What does the man probably do?" } ]

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[ "F: Are you sure that you have got the tickets in your pocket?", "M: Oh, I'm sorry. They are left at home." ]

[ { "answer": "In their home.", "choice": [ "In the man's jacket.", "In the woman's hand.", "In their home." ], "question": "Where are the tickets now?" } ]

12-104

[ "M: What can I do for you, Madam?", "W: Is there any fish here?" ]

[ { "answer": "Fish.", "choice": [ "Fish.", "Rice.", "Beef." ], "question": "What does the woman want to buy?" } ]

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[ "M: The traffic is becoming worse and worse. I think there'll be huge changes in the ways people use cars. New laws will be made about what kind of car you can own and when you can drive.", "W: Maybe there'll just be too many of them on the roads. The air will be so seriously polluted that nobody will be able to breathe.", "M: Exactly. People will have to rely on trains.", "W: Why do you say that?", "M: Well, we won't be able to use cars, and airports take up too much space. That leaves trains.", "W: Huh. So do you think there'll be more efficient train systems between cities?", "M: Sure. They'll enable people to travel between cities in a matter of hours. There may even be trains going under the oceans to connect the main continents.", "W: Under the oceans? Oh, no! I get nervous enough flying on a plane." ]

[ { "answer": "Car types and driving time.", "choice": [ "License plates.", "Car types and driving time.", "Parking rates and road construction." ], "question": "What will the new laws be about?" }, { "answer": "Air pollution.", "choice": [ "Air pollution.", "Traffic jam.", "Oil shortage." ], "question": "What will too many cars lead to according to the woman?" }, { "answer": "Trains.", "choice": [ "Cars.", "Trains.", "Planes." ], "question": "Which will be the most important means of transportation according to the man?" }, { "answer": "It is frightening.", "choice": [ "It is exciting.", "It is frightening.", "It is convenient." ], "question": "What does the woman think about traveling by train under the ocean?" } ]

4-907

[ "M: Excuse me. Is this the Reference Desk?", "W: Yes, what can I do for you?", "M: I'd like to find some general information on computers.", "W: Is this for a particular research project or some general information?", "M: Well. I just need some general information for now.", "W: We have quite a few magazines here dealing with computers.", "M: Can I have the titles?", "W: Follow me. Let me show you how to find them." ]

[ { "answer": "librarian", "choice": [ "librarian", "shop assistant", "teacher" ], "question": "What do you think the woman is? The woman is a ______." }, { "answer": "find some general information on computers", "choice": [ "borrow some newspapers", "find some general information on computers", "find help for his particular research project" ], "question": "What does the man go there for? The man goes there to ______." }, { "answer": "he should borrow some magazines", "choice": [ "he should buy some particular books dealing with the problem", "he should ask some experts for advice", "he should borrow some magazines" ], "question": "What is the woman's suggestion? Her suggestion is that ______." }, { "answer": "show him the way to find what he wants", "choice": [ "lend him some money", "help him with his English", "show him the way to find what he wants" ], "question": "What does the woman promise to help? The woman promises to ______." } ]

16-71

[ "M: Would you like to have lunch with us?", "W: I'd love to, but I have to help John with his math problem right now.", "M: Would you like me to give you a lift?", "W: No,thanks. His home is not far and I can walk there." ]

[ { "answer": "On foot.", "choice": [ "By bus.", "On foot.", "Take the man's car." ], "question": "How does the woman go to John's home?" } ]

4-386

[ "W: Drive slowly, David. You could have an accident.", "M: You can count on me. I have been driving for years.", "W: Look out! Red light!", "M: It doesn't matter. It is late. There is no one around.", "W: Don't let the police catch you. Oh, David, that's a policeman. He is waving over us." ]

[ { "answer": "The man was fined by the policeman.", "choice": [ "The man was fined by the policeman.", "He escaped because no one saw him.", "He stopped at the traffic lights." ], "question": "What can we infer from the dialogue?" } ]

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[ "M: Of the two houses we saw today, which do you prefer?", "W: I think the white one is prettier, but the brick one has a bigger garden. So I like it better." ]

[ { "answer": "It has a larger garden.", "choice": [ "It is bigger.", "It is a prettier color.", "It has a larger garden." ], "question": "Why does the woman like the brick house better than the white house?" } ]

21-13

[ "M: There is an exhibition about planes and satellites.", "W: Really? I'd like to see that, too." ]

[ { "answer": "Visit.", "choice": [ "Visit.", "Play.", "Fly." ], "question": "What have they decided to do?" } ]

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[ "M: How are your home-stay families chosen?", "W: We have special requirements that our families must meet before they are invited to have our international students. We require that the family lies live within a reasonable distance of the school, have enough living space for the student, and live in a clean, safe and comfortable area. We also work with families who enjoy having international students. We try to match each student with a family as best we can.", "M: If I stay with a home-stay family, what should I expect?", "W: The family will treat you as a guest, and you will be expected to obey house rules. All families provide a single or shared room and a choice of meals. In most cases, students will be expected to share the bathroom. Experiences has shown us that living with a family is the most interesting and effective way to learn the language. Remember, your home-stay family will have different customs and habits from what perhaps you are used to. Meals will be prepared by the family. All home-stay families are within 30 minutes, travelling time of the school. The smaller the city, the less time it takes to reach the school." ]

[ { "answer": "Close to the school.", "choice": [ "Good at cooking.", "Close to the school.", "With international background." ], "question": "What kind of families can be possibly chosen as home-stay families?" }, { "answer": "A shared bedroom", "choice": [ "A bathroom of their own.", "No choice of meals.", "A shared bedroom" ], "question": "What can an international student expect in a home-stay family?" }, { "answer": "Learning the language better.", "choice": [ "Learning the language better.", "Having more freedom.", "Going to school early." ], "question": "What is the main advantage of staying with a home-stay family?" }, { "answer": "Follow the house rules.", "choice": [ "Cook for the family.", "Keep his or her habits.", "Follow the house rules." ], "question": "What should the student do to get along with the family?" } ]

9-26

[ "W: These are very nice shirts. How much are they?", "M: Five dollars each. For two, nine dollars. They are on special sale today." ]

[ { "answer": "Nine dollars.", "choice": [ "Nine dollars.", "Four dollars and fifty cents.", "Five dollars." ], "question": "How much does two shirts cost?" } ]

21-213

[ "M: I can't seem to solve this problem.", "W: Neither can I." ]

[ { "answer": "She can't solve it.", "choice": [ "She thinks it's easy.", "She can't solve it.", "She can help the man with it." ], "question": "What does the woman say about the problem?" } ]

20-45

[ "W: This is Helen. Can I speak to David?", "M: Yes, hold on, please." ]

[ { "answer": "He will ask David to answer the phone.", "choice": [ "He himself is David.", "David isn't in.", "He will ask David to answer the phone." ], "question": "What does the man mean?" } ]

12-197

[ "W: Where is Jack? His manager is trying to catch him several times but has always just missed him.", "M: That's because he is being in and out all day.", "W: What's been going on?", "M: It has been many emergency calls and he is the only technician available to go out and deal with them." ]

[ { "answer": "He is a company technician.", "choice": [ "He is a company manager.", "He makes emergency calls.", "He is a company technician." ], "question": "What do we know about Jack?" } ]

9-133

[ "Woman: How did you like the dishes, Sir?", "Man: Delicious. Everything was excellent here. Thank you!", "Woman: Do you want some coffee, tea, sir?", "Man: No. thanks, I'm fine. Ah, just have the bill, please. How much is your service charge?", "Woman: Fifteen percent and it's included in your bill. Thank you very much, sir. We look forward to seeing you again.", "Man: Sure, good night." ]

[ { "answer": "Quite satisfactory.", "choice": [ "Just so-so.", "Quite satisfactory.", "A bit disappointing." ], "question": "What did the man think of the meal?" }, { "answer": "The service.", "choice": [ "The food.", "The drinks.", "The service." ], "question": "What was the 15% on the bill paid for?" } ]

4-1435

[ "W: Late again, Ted? This is getting to be a habit. I'd be surprised if you were on time.", "M: Sorry, Miss Jamison. Did you see the fog on the weather report? It was dangerous to drive too fast.", "W: Maybe you should leave home earlier..." ]

[ { "answer": "Leave sooner.", "choice": [ "Drive faster.", "Leave sooner.", "Check the weather forecast." ], "question": "What does Miss Jamison think Ted should do?" } ]

7-248

[ "W: One of the most interesting experiments with dolphins must be one done by Doctor Jarvis Bastian. What he tried to do was to teach a male dolphin called Bass and a female called Doris to communicate with each other across a solid barrier.", "M: So how did he do it exactly?", "W: Well, first of all, he kept the two dolphins together in the same tank and taught them to press levers whenever they saw a light. The levers were fitted to the side of the tank next to each other. If the light flashed on and off several times, the dolphins were supposed to press the left-hand lever followed by the right-hand one. If the light was kept steady, the dolphins were supposed to press the levers in reverse order. Whenever they responded correctly, they were rewarded with fish.", "M: Sounds terribly complicated.", "W: Well, that was the first stage. In the second stage, Doctor Bastian separated the dolphins into two tanks. They could still hear one another, but they couldn't actually see each other. The levers and light were set up in exactly the same way except that this time it was only Doris who could see the light indicating which lever to press first. But in order to get their fish, both dolphins had to press the levers in the correct order. This meant of course that Doris had to tell Bass whether it was a flashing light or whether it was a steady light.", "M: So did it work?", "W: Well, amazingly enough, the dolphins achieved a 100 % success rate." ]

[ { "answer": "To see if dolphins can learn to communicate with each other.", "choice": [ "To test how responsive dolphins are to various signals.", "To find out if the female dolphin is cleverer than the male one.", "To see if dolphins can learn to communicate with each other." ], "question": "What is the purpose of Doctor Jarvis Bastian's experiment?" }, { "answer": "Press the right-hand lever first.", "choice": [ "Produce the appropriate sound.", "Press the right-hand lever first.", "Raise their heads above the water." ], "question": "What were the dolphins supposed to do when they saw a steady light?" }, { "answer": "Only one dolphin was able to see the light.", "choice": [ "Only one dolphin was able to see the light.", "The male dolphin received more rewards.", "Both dolphins were put in the same tank." ], "question": "How did the second stage of the experiment differ from the first stage?" } ]

5-587

[ "M: Hello, and welcome to our program \"Working Abroad\". Our guest this evening is a Londoner, who lives and works in Italy. Her name's Susan Hill. Susan, welcome to the program. You live in Florence, how long have you been living there?", "W: Since 1982. But when I went there in 1982, I planned to stay for only 6 months.", "M: Why did you change your mind?", "W: Well, I'm a designer. I design leather goods, mainly shoes, and handbags. Soon after I arrived in Florence, I got a job with one of Italy's top fashion houses, Ferregamo. So, I decided to stay.", "M: How lucky! Do you still work for Ferregamo?", "W: No, I've been a freelance designer for quite a long time now. Since 1988, in fact.", "M: So, does that mean you design for several different companies now?", "W: Yes, that's right. I've designed many fashion items for a number of Italian companies, and during the last four years, I've also been designing for the British company, Burberry's.", "M: What have you been designing for them?", "W: Mostly handbags, and small leather goods.", "M: Has the fashion industry in Italy changed since 1982?", "W: Oh, yes. It has become a lot more competitive. Because of quality of products from other countries has improved a lot. But the Italian quality and design is still world-famous.", "M: And do you ever think of returning to live in England?", "W: No, not really. Working in Italy is more interesting. I also love the Mediterranean sun and the Italian life style.", "M: Well, thank you for talking to us, Susan.", "W: It was a pleasure." ]

[ { "answer": "In a studio.", "choice": [ "In a studio.", "In a clothing store.", "At a beach resort." ], "question": "Where does this talk most probably take place?" }, { "answer": "To stay there for half a year.", "choice": [ "To live there permanently.", "To stay there for half a year.", "To find a better job to support herself." ], "question": "What was the woman's original plan when she went to Florence?" }, { "answer": "Designing fashion items for several companies.", "choice": [ "Designing fashion items for several companies.", "Modeling for a world-famous Italian company.", "Working as an employee for Ferragamo." ], "question": "What has the woman been doing for a living since 1988?" }, { "answer": "It has become much more competitive.", "choice": [ "It has seen a steady decline in its profits.", "It has become much more competitive.", "It has lost many customers to foreign companies." ], "question": "What do we learn about the change in Italy's fashion industry?" } ]

5-497

[ "M: How about going fishing this Sunday?", "W: That's a good idea." ]

[ { "answer": "Go fishing.", "choice": [ "Do some washing.", "Do some shopping.", "Go fishing." ], "question": "What are they going to do this Sunday?" } ]

12-195

[ "M: Jane, let's go swimming at the Student Center.", "W: I'd like to, Tom, but I have a paper due on Friday, and I haven't even started it yet.", "M: Just an hour. I've got a test tomorrow, so I won't be able to stay very long.", "W: I need the exercise, but I just can't spare the time.", "M: Okay, how about dinner at the Grill? You have to eat something, and it's right by the library. I'll go over there with you after dinner, and you can do your research while I study for my test.", "W: Well, but...", "M: Come on. You'll probably want to stay late, and you shouldn't walk home after dark. I'll stay until you're ready to go.", "W: That would be nice, but...", "M: Look, we really wouldn't be wasting any time. We'd just be doing everything we need to do, but we'd be doing it together. I just want to spend time with you.", "W: Me, too. Okay. I need to go home first, then I'll meet you at the Grill about six. Is that all right?", "M: That's great. We'll get everything done. You'll see." ]

[ { "answer": "Plans for the evening.", "choice": [ "Plans for the evening.", "Jane's research paper.", "Go swimming at the Student Center." ], "question": "What do Tom and Jane mainly discuss?" }, { "answer": "They will go to the library.", "choice": [ "They will go to the Grill.", "They will go to the library.", "They will go swimming." ], "question": "What does Tom suggest that they do after dinner?" }, { "answer": "He is willing to compromise.", "choice": [ "He is not a student.", "He is willing to compromise.", "He is not very concerned about Jane." ], "question": "What does we learn about Tom?" } ]

17-42

[ "W: I like skating but not skiing.", "M: Well, skiing, bowling and golf are my favorite sports." ]

[ { "answer": "Skating.", "choice": [ "Skating.", "Skiing.", "Bowling." ], "question": "Which sports does the woman like?" } ]

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