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Sies do you like?" B: "I like all sorts of movies, primarily drama and science fiction." A: "That's an interesting combination. How about western movies?" B: "Western and horror are the two types of movies I don't care for." A: "Why don't you like horror? They're entertaining." B: "Some are entertaining, but I find most of them stupid and childish. For exam ple, I don't understand why a person always goes into the house alone when somet hing is suspicious." A: "Ha ha. I know what you mean. But it's just a movie. They need for the charac ters to do that." 1. What types of movies does this person like? Action and drama Drama and science fiction Suspense and horror Western and horror 2. Choose one type of movie this person dislkes? Suspence Comedy Western Action 3. Why does this person not like horror movies? Too scary Too boring Stupid and childish Predictable and obvious 4. How does the person asking the questions think about horror movies? Entertaining Funny Scary Suspenseful A: "Hey, you wanna see a movie tomorrow?" B: "Sounds like a good plan. What do you want to see?" A: "How about Legally Blonde." B: "Ah, my girlfriend wanted to see that movie. I have to take her later so I do n't want to watch it ahead of time. How about The Cube?" A: "Isn't that a scary movie?" B: "How scary can it be? Come on, it'll be fun." A: "Ok. I'll give it a try." B: "That's the spirit. I'll see you tomorrow after class." A: "Ok. See you tomorrow." 1. What movies was first suggested? Titanic Rocky V Last man standing Legally Blonde 2. Why did they not accept the first suggested movie? He already seen it He doesn't like that type of movie

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Sies do you like?"B: "I like all sorts of movies, primarily drama and science fiction."A: "That's an interesting combination. How about western movies?"B: "Western and horror are the two types of movies I don't care for."A: "Why don't you like horror? They're entertaining."B: "Some are entertaining, but I find most of them stupid and childish. For example, I don't understand why a person always goes into the house alone when something is suspicious."A: "Ha ha. I know what you mean. But it's just a movie. They need for the characters to do that."

1. What types of movies does this person like?Action and dramaDrama and science fictionSuspense and horrorWestern and horror

2. Choose one type of movie this person dislkes?SuspenceComedyWesternAction

3. Why does this person not like horror movies?Too scaryToo boringStupid and childishPredictable and obvious

4. How does the person asking the questions think about horror movies?EntertainingFunnyScarySuspenseful

A: "Hey, you wanna see a movie tomorrow?"B: "Sounds like a good plan. What do you want to see?"A: "How about Legally Blonde."B: "Ah, my girlfriend wanted to see that movie. I have to take her later so I don't want to watch it ahead of time. How about The Cube?"A: "Isn't that a scary movie?"B: "How scary can it be? Come on, it'll be fun."A: "Ok. I'll give it a try."B: "That's the spirit. I'll see you tomorrow after class."A: "Ok. See you tomorrow."

1. What movies was first suggested?TitanicRocky VLast man standingLegally Blonde

2. Why did they not accept the first suggested movie?He already seen itHe doesn't like that type of movie

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He needs to watch it with his girlfriendHe doesn't like horror movies

3. What type of movie did they end up choosing?A scary movieAn action packed movieAn exciting movieA dramatic movie

4. When are they going to see the movie?On the weekend after lunchNext week after the final examsOn Friday after classTomorrow after class

A: "Hey Jack. How were your classes this semester?"B: "They were not too bad. I really liked my poli-sci class."A: "Would you consider it your favorite class?"B: "I don't know if I would call it my favorite, but it ranks up there."A: "What class was your favorite then?"B: "I took a business communication class last year and it was terrific."A: "I never took that yet. If that was your favorite, I think I will check it out."

1. What is the topic of discussion?ClassesMoviesWorkSports

2. What class did he really like?Economy 101Poli-sciEnglishCalculus

3. What was his favorite class?BiologyChemistryBusiness communicationPhilosophy

4. What word did he use to describe his favorite class?AmazingTerrificEducationalInteresting

A: "Hey Bob. Whatcha you doing?"B: "I'm at home painting."A: "I didn't know you paint. What type of painting is it?"B: "I enjoy oil painting. I learned it in one of my extra classes in college."A: "That sounds so interesting. I wish I learned a hobby."B: "Hobbies are never too late to learn. They offer a variety of classes at the local community college. You should look into it."A: "I think I will. Thanks for the info."

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1. Where is Bob?At schoolAt workAt homeIn class

2. What is Bob doing?RunningWatching TVPaintingSleeping

3. Where did Bob learn how to paint?At the local community collegeFrom his fatherIn highschool painting classHe learned by himself

4. What type of painging are they talking about?Abstract paintingRegular paintingHouse paintingOil painting

A: "Hey Joanne. What are you up to?"B: "I'm just watching some television."A: "I'm so bored. I don't know what I'm going to do today and it is only ten in the morning."B: "Me too. Do you think we are boring people?"A: "I don't think we are boring. It's just that we don't have any hobbies."B: "That's right. What do you think we should do as a hobby?"A: "That all depends on what you like to do. For example, I like to doodle on the notepad, so I'm thinking about doing some real drawings."B: "I like to play the piano for fun."A: "Yeah. That can be a good hobby."B: "Hobbies are great. I'm going to make a list of all the things I like to do."A: "That's a great idea. I'm going to do the same."

1. Which of the following statement is true?Joanne called a friendA friend called JoanneJoanne is playing the pianoJoanne is drawing right now

2. What is Joanne doing?RunningWatching TVPaintingSleeping

3. What is the topic of discussion?MoviesSurfingComputer

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Hobbies

4. What time of day is the conversation taking place?8 am10 am8 pm10 pm

A: "All I do all day is work and watch TV. I really should start thinking about my health."B: "I never thought about that, but you're right. What do you think we should do?"A: "For starters, we should start doing more outdoor activities. That way we'll get some exercise."B: "I was thinking about taking tennis lessons. I always have an hour to spare in the afternoon. What do you think about that?"A: "That's not a bad idea. How much is it?"B: "I heard it is only about one hundred twenty dollars a month for 8 lessons."A: "Playing tennis twice a week will be a good start. Count me in."

1. Person A works and watches TV all day. What is he starting to think about?His healthPlaying basketballThe next great movieWork he didn't finish yet

2. What suggestion is made to get more exercise?Running or JoggingDoing more outdoor activitiesGoing to the local gymGeting a health club membership

3. What type of lessons are they considering?Music lessonsPiano lessonsTennis lessonsEnglish lessons

4. For $120, how often will they meet?Everyday for a monthOnce a week for two monthsTwice a week for one month8 Weeks

A: "What do you do besides work and watching TV?"B: "When I have some time, I like to exercise."A: "Do you go jogging or do you go to a health club?"B: "I joined Samsung Health Club a couple of months ago."A: "How do you exercise?"B: "I usually spend 30 minutes on the bicycle for the cardio, and then I lift weight for about 45 minutes."A: "How often do you go?"B: "I want to go four times a week, but I'm too lazy. Last week, I only went to workout once."

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1. What is the main topic of discussion?WorkTelevisionExerciseRestaurants

2. How long ago did he join the health club?1 year ago1 month ago2 months agoLast week

3. How long does he lift weights for?30 minutes45 minutes1 hour2 hours

4. What does he usually do before lifting weights?StretchWalk aroundJump rope fo 15 minutesBicycle for 30 minutes

A: "Hey Jimmy. Let's go workout later today."B: "Sure. What time do you want to go?"A: "How about at 3:30."B: "That sounds good. Today we work on Legs and forearm."A: "Hey. I just played basketball earlier, so my legs are a little sore. Let's work out on arms and stomach today."B: "I'm on a weekly schedule. You're messing everything up."A: "C'mon. We're only switching two days. You can do legs on Friday."B: "Aright. I'll meet you at the gym at 3:30 then."

1. What does Jimmy's friend want to do later?WorkoutEat lunchSleepPlay basketball

2. What time do that plan on meeting?After dinnerAt 3:30Ten in the morningAfter lunch at 1:00

3. What did he do earlier that caused soreness in his legs?Lifted weightsSkiing with friendsPlayed soccer all dayPlayed basketball

4. Where are they going to meet?At Jimmy's houseAt the coffee shop down the street

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By the bus stopAt the gym

A: "Damn Scott. You got big."B: "Yeah, I've been working out a lot."A: "How long have you been lifting weights?"B: "For a year and a half."A: "Yeah. Last time I saw you, it was like 2 years ago."B: "Has it been that long?"A: "How often do you go to the gym?"B: "I usually go every other day for about 3 hours."A: "That's a lot."B: "Yeah, I used to work out for an hour a day 4 times a week, and I saw no results. This is what you have to do to get noticeable results."A: "I don't think I have the discipline for that."B: "Just think of it as a hobby. Then it's actually fun."

1. How would you describe Scott?Very tall and skinnySlender with broad shouldersBig and muscularShort and fat

2. How long has it been since these two last saw each other?6 months ago10 months agoA year and a half agoTwo years ago

3. How often does Scott go to the gym?NeverOnce a monthEvery day for an hourEvery other day for 3 hours

4. Why does Scott work out so much?To get noticeable resultsBecause he will be boredTo enter a competitionTo train for a marathon

A: "The weather is terrible."B: "Yeah. It's been raining a lot these days."A: "I have been watching a lot of videos at home because of the constant rain."B: "Have you heard when it's supposed to get better?"A: "I saw the weather report, and it's going to rain for the next eight days."B: "That sucks so much. What are we going to do?"A: "I'm getting pretty bored. We should do something despite the rain."B: "I'm with you. What do you have in mind?"A: "I haven't been to the Mall in a long time. Let's go there."B: "That sounds good. They have a movie theatre there, so if we get bored, we can watch a movie."A: "Great. I'll stop by your place now."B: "Ok. Don't forget to bring your umbrella. The rain can start up again anytime."

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1. What topic are they talking about?Weather and rainShopping at the mallComedy movies at the theaterSports and activities

2. If they get bored at the mall, what will they do?Watch a movieBuy a game to playGo home and watch TVGo to the gym

3. What word is used to describe the weather?AmazingDepressingGreatTerrible

4. What was mentioned in the weather report?It will stop raining in three daysIt will stop raining in eight daysIt will stop raining on FridayI will be sunny over the weekend

A: "Did you ever take History 231?"B: "Yeah. Last semester."A: "Who was the professor?"B: "It was Professor Johnson."A: "I have him this semester. What do you think about him?"B: "He's a terrible instructor and demands a lot, but fortunately, he's an easy grader."A: "What did you end up getting?"B: "I got an A-. Sounds good, but none of my test scores were that high, so I don't know how I got a decent grade."A: "That's probably because he grades on a curve."B: "Are you enjoying the class so far?"A: "I hate it and I was about to withdrawal. But after hearing your experience, I think I will tough it out."B: "Yes. Definitely stay in the class. You will get a better grade than your test scores. He does that deliberately to make all the students study a lot."A: "Thanks for letting me know. I feel relieved now."

1. What university class are they talking about?BiologyChemistryHistoryGeography

2. How did the student describe the professor?Smart and funEasy and boringDemanding but an easy graderEasy but a hard grader

3. How did one student get an A- grade but all his scores were lower than that?

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The professor liked the studentThe professor graded on a curveThe student did extra assignmentsThe student talked to the professor

4. How did one student feel after hearing about the professor from the other student?The student felt worriedThe student felt relievedThe student felt like cryingThe student felt angry

A: "Hi Mike. What have you been up to?"B: "Not much. I started exercising."A: "Trying to get in shape?"B: "Yeah, and I need to start improving my health."A: "Me too. What are you doing besides exercising?"B: "That's about all."A: "I think if you eat better, it will help tremendously."B: "Sleep is good too. I heard people who sleep an average of eight hours a day have less health problems."A: "Looks like there are a lot of things to do to stay healthy."B: "True. But I think it is worth it. When you get old, you want to be healthy and active."

1. There are several topics in this short discussion, what is the main topic?ExercisingEatingSleepingHealth

2. How many hours is one person recommending to sleep?7 hours8 hours10 hours12 hours

3. Why did mike start exercising?To burn off fatA girl he likes joined the local gymBecause he was boredTo improve his health

4. When you get old, Mike recommends that you want to be what?Handsome and tallSmart and successfulHealthy and activeRich and independent

A: "I haven't seen your father in like 5 years. How is he doing?"B: "He's not doing too well."A: "Why? What's wrong?"B: "About a year ago, he started feeling weak all the time."A: "Is it due to old age or is he sick."B: "Maybe a little of both. The doctor's can't point out anything specifically. I think it is because he didn't take care of himself during his youth."

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A: "That makes sense. It's important to take care of your health early in life."B: "That's what my father tells me almost everyday."A: "Well, I hope he starts feeling better. Say hi to him for me."B: "Thanks. I'll let him know."

1. Who are these two people talking about?A mutual friendPerson AOne person's fatherOne person's brother

2. Why is that person always feeling weak?He is sick with a virusHe didn't take care of himself when he was youngHe got food poisoningHe never exercised

3. How long has it been since one person met his friend's father?3 months9 months2 years5 years

4. What did the doctor say about the father's condition?He has cancerHe has a fever but will get betterHis depression is making him tiredCouldn't find anything specific

A: "Hey Sarah. Why are you limping?"B: "Oh. Hi Matt. I went snowboarding yesterday and my whole body aches."A: "Was it your first time?"B: "Yeah. And I never want to go again."A: "I remember the first time I went. My back was sore, I couldn't sit down because it hurt my butt, and my legs would cramp if I walked too fast."B: "That's exactly how I feel now."A: "It's only like that the first couple of times."B: "Ha. There won't be a next time."A: "You gotta give it a chance. It's fun after awhile."B: "I'll think about it after I start feeling better. Right now, I don't even want to hear the word snowboarding."

1. What does limping mean?To crawlTo cringe due to painWalk that is unbalanced from injury or painWalk that is faster than normal

2. Why was Sarah limping?She was running late for class and was in a hurryShe went snowboarding and had body achesShe was looking for her contacts that fell to the groundShe was practicing a martial arts move

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3. What would happen in the past when Matt walked too fast?He would trip and fallHis leg would crampHe would start runningHe looked goofy walking fast

4. What is Sarah's impression on snowboarding?Loves it and wants to go againLoves it but it is too expensiveNot sure yet so she will try againHates it and doesn't want to think about it

A: "Hey Jane. How are you doing these days?"B: "Hi Martha. Everything is perfect."A: "Are you enjoying married life?"B: "It couldn't be better. My husband is so supportive with my work and he helps around the house so much."A: "You're so lucky. I hope to get married to a guy like that."B: "I'm so happy. Even though we are both working, we get to spend a lot of time with each other in the evening and on the weekends."A: "Do you guys do anything special?"B: "In the evening, we just sit and talk over dinner. But on the weekend, we try to go out to the beach or hit a nice restaurant, or go to a nice cafe."A: "Sound like everything is great."

1. What is the general mood of the ladies?HappySadLonelyAngry

2. Why is Jane enjoying married life?Husband makes a lot of moneyHusband is loving and caringHusband is supportive and helpfulHusband is smart and handsome

3. What do Jane and her husband to in the evenings?Go bowling for funTake walks around the neighborhoodHave a nice dinner togetherWatch TV together

4. What is one thing that Jane and her husband do NOT do together on the weekend?Go out to the beachGo to a nice restaurantGo to watch a movieGo to a nice cafe

A: "Hey Stacy. What's going on?"B: "I'm pretty tired these days."A: "Why? You're not working so don't you have a lot of time on your hands?"B: "I have so much house work to do. I have to take care of the kids, cook, clean, laundry, and the cycle never ends."

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A: "How about your husband. Does he help much?"B: "Not at all. He comes home and complains about his hard day at work. He expects me to do everything. He even wants me to feed him sometimes. Can you believe that?"A: "That sucks."B: "If he wasn't so lazy, I think I wouldn't have any complaints. He mows the lawn, but can you believe he tried to convince me to do it?"A: "That's crossing the line."B: "Oh well. I'll have to live with it. What else can I do?"

1. Why is Stacy so tired these days?Has to watch the kids, cook, clean, and laundryHas to work all day longCurrently recovering from surgery and took pain medicationShe has the flu

2. Why is Stacy doing all the work herself?She is a single mom working 2 jobsHer husband is on business trips and is home to helpHer husband helps a lot, but there is too much to doHer husband only complains about his day and doesn't help

3. What is one chore that the husband takes care of?VacuumingMowing the lawnWashing the carDishes

4. What is one change Stacy wants to see from her husband?To be more lovingto be less lazyTo be home more oftenTo change jobs that require less traveling

A: "Welcome. Can I help you with anything?"B: "Hi. I'm shopping for my boyfriend's birthday. Do you have any suggestions?"A: "Let's see. How about a nice shirt and tie? You can't go wrong there."B: "Well. He doesn't wear ties that often."A: "We have some nice pants. You can also get him a belt with it."B: "That sounds good. Which one do you recommend?"A: "These slacks are very popular. He can wear them to dress up a little or on a normal casual day."B: "I like them. Do you have matching belts?"A: "Yes. Right over here."B: "How much are they?"A: "The pants are on sale for $40, and the belt is $25."B: "What is your return policy just in case he doesn't like them?"A: "Just save the receipt and we will gladly return or exchange them for you."B: "That sounds great. I'll take them."

1. Where is this conversation taking place?At an electronice storeAt a clothing storeAt a coffee shopOver the phone

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2. What is the person shopping for?A tall vanilla latteA DVD playerHer mother's birthday presentFor her boyfriend

3. What did she end up buying for her boyfriend?Pants and a beltShirt and tieLeather jacketiPod

4. What is the return policy of this store?Only exchangesReturn or exchanges allowed with receiptAll sales are final with no returns or exchanges3 days for returns or exchanges with receipt

A: "Hey John. I have some great news."B: "What happened?"A: "I got a job offer from Dell."B: "That's great. I thought you said you didn't get the job."A: "I thought I did bad on the interview, but I guess I was wrong. I'm so happy right now."B: "I bet. That's great news. I'm very happy for you."A: "Thanks. I feel like celebrating. Let's go have a beer. It's on me."B: "Sounds good."

1. What is the great news in the dialog?He received a job offerHe got a promotion at workHe gave an interviewHe wants to celebrate

2. How did he feel about the interview?He thought he did badHe thought he did goodHe though he did perfectHe didn't have an interview

3. What are they going to do to celebrate?Go to a partyGo watch a movieGo drink beerGo play pool

4. Who is paying for the celebration?Doesn't mention anything about who is payingBoth of them will pay equallyThe friend with the good newsThe friend who heard the good news

A: "Mike, did you win the lottery or something? Why the big smile?"B: "I'm so relieved. I just passed the bar exam."A: "You did? That's great! You must be very happy now?"

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B: "That's an understatement. I'm on cloud nine. I couldn't be any happier."A: "Did you tell your parents yet?"B: "Not yet. I didn't get a hold of them. I'll try to call them again tonight."A: "They're probably going to be so happy."B: "I think so. It's turning out to be a great day."

1. Why is Mike so happy?He won the lotteryHis wife won the lotteryHe passed the bar examHe passed the civil service exam

2. Who will Mike call with this good news later?Hi brotherHis wifeHis parentsHis friend

3. What does "cloud nine" mean?A state of extreme happinessTo be in an airplaneTo be in a high elevationTo be very disappointed

4. How is the friend feeling after hearing this news from Mike?Sad and depressedBitter and JealousHappy for his friendAngry and surprised

A: "Life's so boring."B: "Well, most of the time it is, I guess."A: "What do you think will make you happy?"B: "I think money will make me happy."A: "You heard people say that money doesn't guarantee happiness."B: "It will for me. Then I can do all the things I want to do."A: "You'll get bored eventually."B: "Then I can find something new to do. If I don't have to worry about money, then I don't have to work."A: "That's true, I guess. If I didn't have to work, I think I would be happy."B: "You see... money doesn't equal happiness, but it takes away a lot of responsibilities."

1. What is the theme of this discussion?Happiness versus sadnessMoney and happinessWork and moneyBoring life

2. In this dialog, what can money do for someone?Buy fance carsTake away a lot of responsibilitiesGo traveling around the worldOpen a nice restaurant

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3. What is one draw back mentioned from having too much money?Person will become greedyPerson will become bored eventuallyPerson will be unhappyPerson will lose friends

4. What conclusion can we come to from this dialog?Neither of them are richBoth of them are richOne person does not have a jobBoth of them do not have a job

A: "What happened to your car?"B: "A tow truck was towing my car and put all those dents in my car."A: "Are they going to pay you for the damages?"B: "They're saying it was already there."A: "What the hell. That doesn't make sense. What are you going to do."B: "I have to go to court. A cop was there so he can prove that the damage wasn't there."A: "That sucks. I'd be pissed if that happened to me."B: "I got an estimate and it's four thousand dollars."A: "Oh my gosh. Damn... screw the court, I would burn down their store."B: "We'll see what happens after court."

1. Why is the person so angry?He lost his carHe got into a car accidentHis car got damaged by a tow companyNo one is angry in this dialog

2. How is he going to solve the problem with his car?Go to a auto body shopGo to the companyGo to courtNothing

3. How much will it cost to repair the car?$800$1500$4000$6800

4. Who will be used as a witness?A stranger in the streetA friend who witnessed everythingA cop who was thereHis companies lawyer

A: "Jack, what's wrong?"B: "You!"A: "What are you talking about? What did I do?"B: "You told Martha that I was on a date? What was that all about?"A: "No... that's not what I meant. I didn't mean that. She asked me where you were and I jokingly said that you were on a date with Sara. I thought Martha knew that you and Sara were just friends."B: "She started feeling suspicious after you said that."

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A: "I'm sorry man. I didn't know. I didn't mean to screw anything up."B: "Martha gets jealous easily and it took a while to convince her that Sara was just a friend. Now, I have to explain to Sara that I can't hang around her because of you."A: "Look. I really didn't mean to, and next time I see Martha, I'll really tell her that you and Sara are really just friends."B: "Don't bother."

1. Who is Jack angry at?His friend SaraHis girlfriend MarthaHis brotherThe friend he is talking to

2. Why is Jack so angry?His friend told Martha that Jack was dating SaraHis friend was angry he wasn't invited to a partyBecause he didn't tell him about the surprise examHis friend dated his girlfriend

3. Why did his friend cause this problem?To get revenge because he was also angry with JackTo make Jack and Martha break upHe was just joking and didn't mean to cause this problemHe knew it was a secret, but it just slipped out

4. What is Jack asking his friend to do?To talk to Martha about itTo not say anything to Martha anymoreTo talk to Sara about itTo apologize to Martha

A: "I can't wait to go skiing tomorrow."B: "I know. It's going to be so much fun."A: "I always get excited the day before."B: "I used to be like that. But I go skiing so often that I don't get excited anymore."A: "I only go skiing twice a year, so it's a real treat for me."B: "That makes sense."A: "What things make you excited?"B: "Whenever I go to Vegas, I get really excited."A: "Oh... that makes me excited too!"B: "Looks like anything fun makes you excited."

1. What is the exciting event that is causing this excitement?They are going skiing tomorrowThey are going to Las Vegas tomorrowThey are going to have a big party over the weekendThey just graduated from college

2. Why does he get so excited?This is his first time going to Las VegasThe party over the weekend is a special eventHe only gets to go skiing twice a yearHe doesn't have to go to school anymore

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3. What event makes them both get excited?A ski tripLas Vegas vacationBig partiesAny weekends

4. Why does one person not get excited from skiing?He doesn't enjoy skiing that muchHe has never gone skiing so he doesn't knowHe is too tired to be excitedHe goes skiing often so he is used to it

A: "Hey Jack. Are you excited about starting work?"B: "Yeah. I'm really looking forward to it."A: "What was more exciting, starting college or starting work?"B: "They're pretty similar, but in different ways. I really can't decide. How about you?"A: "For me, I think starting school was more exciting."B: "Does that mean work isn't that great?"A: "It's different for everyone, but because I knew school was going to be so much fun, I really got excited about it."B: "But work is a huge portion of our lives. I'm looking forward to making it fun."A: "That's a great attitude to have. I don't think you'll have any problems in the workforce."B: "I hope you're right."

1. What is Jack excited about?Going on a vacationStarting schoolFinishing schoolStarting work

2. What does Jack think is more exciting between starting school or work?Neither is excitingBoth are similarWork is more excitingSchool is more exciting

3. What is the best description about Jack's attitude toward work?He is depressed because he will have to work for 30 yearsHe is sad that he can't have fun at school anymoreHe is looking forward to making work funHe doesn't care one way or another

4. Who started work first between Jack and his friend?JackHis friendNeither of them are working yetBoth started at the same time

A: "You don't look too well. What's going on?"B: "I just lost my job. I'm just worried about how I'm going to pay the bills."A: "I'm sorry to hear that. Have you been looking for another job?"B: "I just started, but the job market is very bad right now. I'm not optimistic

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about it."A: "That's tough. What does your wife think about this?"B: "She's trying to be supportive, but I can tell she is very worried about our financial situation as well."A: "I have some friends who might be able to help you find a job. I'll see what they can do."B: "I really appreciate your help."A: "No problem. In the meantime, don't try to worry so much. You'll get through this."

1. What is the good news in this dialog?He just got a jobHe is going on a vacationHe found a pretty girlfriendNone of the above

2. What is the bad news in this dialog?His wife is worried about their financesThe job market is bad right nowHe lost his jobAll of the above

3. What is the friend doing about the situation?Nothing he can do about itContact other friends who might be able to help find a jobTalk to his manager about openings in their companyNone of the above

4. What advice is the friend giving?To not worry as he will get through thisTo start saving money for the hard timesTo start working at a gas station temporarilyAll of the above

A: "Hi Jackie. You don't look too well. What's going on?"B: "It's nothing. I'm just a little stressed out."A: "Why? What's stressing you out?"B: "School. Since I was working part time, I had a difficult time keeping up with class. Now that we have exams coming up, I'm totally freaking out."A: "The best thing to do is study as much as you can. I'm sure you'll do alright."B: "I hope so. I guess I won't be sleeping for the next 3 days. That's what it'll take."A: "I have to study for an exam too. Why don't we study together. We can encourage each other."B: "That will be great."

1. Why doesn't Jackie look so well?She is sickShe is stressed outShe just had a fight with her boyfriendShe just failed an exam

2. Why is Jackie having a hard time keeping up with class?She was working part time

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She had to take care of her mother who was sickShe couldn't understand the material and didn't look for help early enoughShe had too many classes to take and got behind

3. What is the solution to get through this problem?Take her mother to the hospitalDrop out of one classFind a tutor to help with this subjectStudy with a friend with encouragement

4. What statement is true from this dialog?A new semester is about to start for schoolThe mother is sick but is getting betterThey are both working to pay for schoolThey both have exams coming up

A: "Hey Mike. What are you doing tonight?"B: "Nothing planned. How about you?"A: "Work is kicking my ass. I'm so stressed. Let's go grab a drink."B: "I'm always up for a drink. To tell you the truth, it's been quite stressful here too."A: "I say we get drunk tonight. I don't want to think about all this stuff."B: "But we have to work tomorrow."A: "We won't stay out too late. I just need to forget about work."B: "I hear ya. Let's do it."

1. What do they plan on doing tonight?Go play basketball with friendsWork all night long for tomorrow's presentationDrink and get drunkStay home and rest

2. Why do they plan on going out tonight?To forget about workBecause work is stressfulTo get drunkAll of the above

3. How late do they plan on staying out tonight?Until the next morningNot too lateAfter they are both drunkUntil 3 in the morning

4. Where do they plan on going?To the local barTo a restaurantTo a club in downtownNone of the above

A: "Hey Mike. What are you doing?"B: "Nothing much. What are you up to?"A: "I was just concerned about Sam. He hasn't been himself lately."B: "He took the civil service exam and failed."A: "That sucks. He must feel depressed."B: "Yeah. He's been sitting in his room everyday for the last 4 days."

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A: "Why don't we take him out? We can try to take his mind off of it. In the least show him that we're there for him."B: "That's a great idea. Why don't you call him. I already talked to him a couple of times and it might be good for him to hear from somebody else."A: "Ok. I'll call you back after I'm done."B: "Sounds good."

1. What is the topic of this dialog?University classesA friend who is not himself latelyPartying and drinkingA friend with a pretty girlfriend

2. Why is Sam depressed?He failed an important examHis girlfriend broke up with himHe wasn't invited to a big partyHe failed one of his university classes

3. What has Sam been doing for the last several days?Sitting in his roomExercising all day longThinking about his girlfriendNone of the above

4. What are they going to do about Sam?Try to take him outTalk to his girlfriendHelp him studyNone of the above

A: "Hello?"B: "Hey Tina. What are you doing?"A: "I was just watching TV. What's going on with you?"B: "I just watched a movie and I'm scared."A: "What did you watch?"B: "I saw the Sixth Sense. I didn't know it was going to be so scary."A: "I remember that. It was a great movie. But it was definitely scary."B: "If you're not busy, do you want to come over? I'm afraid to be alone."A: "Sure. I can come over. What should we do?"B: "How about if we watch a comedy. I need something to get my mind off the frightening images I have from the Sixth Sense."A: "Ok. I'll get ready and leave. I'll see you in about 20 minutes."B: "Hurry, ok. It's dark out."A: "Don't worry, nothings going to happen. I'll be there real soon."B: "Ok. See you soon."

1. Where is this dialog occurring?At a restaurantOver the phoneAt the parkAt a movie theater

2. Why is one of the person scared?Boyfriend is bothering her

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A stranger followed her into the storeA movie she just watched was scaryShe had a nightmare

3. What is Tina going to do for her scared friend?Go over to her house and watch a comedy togetherRent a DVD that is funny for TinaKeep talking to her until she is not scared anymoreHave a party for her

4. What time of day is this dialog taking place?In the morningAt lunch timeIn the afternoonIn the evening

A: "Hey Mark. What are you doing?"B: "Just watching some TV."A: "Anything interesting on?"B: "Not really. Just watching the sports highlight on ESPN."A: "So I take it you're pretty bored too."B: "Just killing time until I find something to do. What are you up to?"A: "It's Saturday and we are sitting at home doing nothing. What's wrong with us?"B: "You wanna shoot some hoops?"A: "I already tried to call up some of the guys, but they are all busy."B: "Where's your girlfriend? I thought you were going out with her today."A: "She's out shopping with her friends."B: "Let's go to Starbucks and think of something to do then."A: "Aright. Do you have any cigarettes?"B: "I only have a couple left. Why don't you pick some up on the way."A: "Ok. See you there in about 30 minutes."B: "Aright. See you there."

1. What is Mark doing right now?Playing basketballWatching TVStudying for an examEating lunch

2. What day of the week is it?WednesdayFridaySaturdaySunday

3. What are they planning on doing?Planning to watch TVPlanning to play basketballPlanning on going to StarbucksPlanning on shopping with their girlfriend

4. When are they going to meet?Tomorrow after lunchIn 30 minutesIn 1 hourOn Sunday

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A: "Why the long face?"B: "I'm getting sick of work man. I can't take the political bull in the company any more."A: "Did you just get your review or something?"B: "Yeah, but that's not why I am upset. I just found out another guy got a promotion. He doesn't know how to do anything. He sits there and kisses the managers butt all day long."A: "That sucks."B: "I'm just pissed that management can't see behind his smooth talking lies."A: "Look on the bright side. At least you have a job."B: "Yeah. I shouldn't stress about this anymore. It's not like I can do anything about it."A: "Exactly. Instead, we should have some drinks tonight."B: "How about a cold bottle of beer."A: "Now you're talking."

1. What does having a long face represent?The face is not shortThe face is narrow but longRepresents happinessRepresents unhappiness

2. What happened at work that caused the long face?He got a promotionA different person got a promotionHe got a raiseHe lost his job

3. What topic are they talking about?Fun classes at schoolBeing busy at workStress from workDrinking and partying

4. What do they plan on drinking?CokeWhiskeyBeerWater