LISTENING COMPREHENSION

In this section of the test, you will have the chance to show how well you understand spoken English.
There four parts to this section, with special directions for each part. You will have approximately 45
minutes to complete the Listening Comprehension section.

Part 1 : Photographs
Direction: You will see a photograph. You will hear four statements about the photograph. Choose the
statement that most closely matches the photograph, and fill in the corresponding oval on your answer
sheet
1. C
2. D
3. A
4. B
5. B
6. C

Part 2: Question-Response

Direction: you will hear a question and three possible responses. Choose the response that most closely
answers the question, and fill in the corresponding oval on your answer sheet

7. C
8. A
9. C
10. A
11. C
12. C
13. B
14. B
15. C
16. C
17. B
18. C
19. A
20. A
21. A
22. C
23. B
24. A
25. C
26. B
27. A
28. B
 29. C
30. A
31. A

Part 3 : Conversation

Direction: you will hear a conversation between two or more people. You will see three questions on
each conversation and four possible answers. Choose the best answer to each question, and fill in the
corresponding oval on your answer sheet.

32. Where did the man learn about the event?

a. in a newspaper
b. on the internet
c. on the radio
d. from a friend
33. Why can’t they go on Saturday?
a. The man promised to help someone
b. The woman has plans to go to a dance
c. The man has to look for a new apartment
34. What does the woman want to do?
a. Not go
b. Go on Sunday
c. Go to next year’s event
d. Wait until their friend can go
35. What is the appointment for?
a. A medical checkup
b. A sales meeting
c. A possible presentation
d. A job interview
36. When will the appointment take place?
a. On Tuesday morning
b. At 8:30 in the evening
c. Tomorrow at ten
d. Today at noon
37. What should the man bring?
a. An application
b. A finished test
c. His resume
d. Nothing
38. Where is the woman?
a. At a department store
b. At a repair shop
c. At a hotel
 d. At home
39. What will the man do?
a. Turn the TV on
b. Take the TV away
c. Have someone fixed the TV
d. Show the woman a different TV
40. What does the woman ask the man to do?
a. Wait half an hour
b. Comeback at 10:00
c. Send her a package
d. Take a picture
41. Why do the speakers need Mr. Chung?
a. To deliver some letters
b. To speak at a meeting
c. To announce the date
d. To loan them his car
42. Why is Mr. Chung late?
a. He lost the address
b. He’s stuck in traffic
c. His car broke down
d. He’s making a phone call
43. What will the man do next?
a. Look for Mr. Chung
b. Prepare to show a film
c. Take Mr. Chung’s place
d. Start the meeting
44. What was painted?
a. The cafeteria
b. The office
c. The lobby
d. The hallways
45. What was wrong with it before?
a. It is very messy
b. It runs too slowly
c. Its color makes her feel sad
46. What will the woman do next week
a. Choose paint colors
b. Meet a new clients
c. Eat in a cafeteria
d. Go away on trip
47. What does the woman say about the man?
a. He’s an excellent golfer
 b. He cooks everyday
c. He is often bored
d. He’s very busy
48. What does the woman like to do?
a. Run
b. Eat
c. Cook
d. Read
49. What does the woman mean when she says, that’s no good?
a. She can’t meet the man tomorrow
b. She thinks the man doesn’t cook well
c. she doesn’t want going out in the evening
d. she doesn’t want to have dinner with the man
50. what is the man’s problem?
a. He wants something to drink
b. He needs to change the oil
c. He has run out of gas
d. He has a flat tire
51. Where is the service station?
a. On the other side of the road
b. Several miles away
c. In the next town
d. Near a bridge
52. How will the man get to the service station?
a. He will walk
b. He will take a bus
c. He will drive his car
d. He will ride with the woman
53. What does the woman to do?
a. Go on a diet
b. Get more exercise
c. Get a gym membership
d. Find a better place to eat lunch
54. What does the man say about the gym?
a. It is crowded
b. It is expensive
c. It is far away
d. It is cold
55. Where does the man eat lunch?
a. At home
b. At his desk
c. In the park
d. In the cafeteria
56. What does Maria mean when she says, “I know”?
a. She is familiar with the offices on the fifth floor
b. She agrees with what the other woman said
c. She understands how to get a good office
d. She has some important information
57. What describes the man’s office?
a. It is near a park
b. It is bright and sunny
c. It overlooks a vacant lot
d. It has a view of the parking lot
58. What is suggested about the man?
a. He is unhappy with his job
b. He is worried about his work
c. He has been at his job a short time
d. He often works until late at night
59. What is the woman doing?
a. ordering a meal
b. planning a menu
c. cooking some food
d. shopping for groceries
60. what time of day is it?
a. morning
b. noon
c. afternoon
d. night
61. what will the man do next?
a. bring ice cream
b. bring a menu
c. serve coffee
d. look for jelly
62. where does this conversation take place?
a. on a cruise ship
b. on a tour bus
c. on a plane
d. on a train
63. what does the woman ask about?
a. the length of the trip
b. the cost of tickets
c. the arrival time
d. the weather
64. what does the man recommend?
 a. taking a guide tour
b. walking around
c. leaving the city
d. going to a café
65. what has to be cleaned?
a. the furniture
b. the windows
c. the walls
d. the carpet
66. look at the graphic. When will the cleaning be done?
a. Monday
b. Tuesday
c. Wednesday
d. Thursday
67. what was the problem with the previous cleaner?
a. they charge too much
b. they always arrived late
c. they never finished the job
d. they were difficult to schedule
68. look at the graphic. How much of a discount will the woman get on her purchase?
a. 10%
b. 15%
c. 20%
d. 25%
69. what does the woman ask the man for?
a. another color
b. a large size
c. gift wrapping
d. more discounts
70. what does the man say about the item the woman is purchasing?
a. it is very popular
b. it is of high quality
c. it is a new item in the store
d. it is available this week only

Part 4: Talks

Directions: You will hear a talk given by a single speaker. You will see three questions on each talk, each
with four possible answers. Choose the best answer to each question, and fill in the corresponding oval
on your answer sheet.

71. What kind of event is being announced?

a. a garden tour
b. a high school graduation
c. the opening of a new park
d. the inauguration of a new mayor
72. when will the event take place?
a. next Thursday
b. next week
c. next weekend
d. next year
73. how can you get a ticket for the ceremony?
a. line up at a park
b. pay three dollars
c. order it online
d. call city hall
74. what kind of training does the school provided
a. computer skills
b. business management
c. personnel training
d. teacher preparation
75. what is indicated about the school?
a. It is very popular
b. It has many students
c. It has recently opened
d. It is for working people
76. What services does the school provide?
a. Help finding employment
b. Tutoring for individuals
c. Free parking on site
d. Tuition assistant
77. Why is Mr. Robertson going to Boston?
a. To be a radio show guest
b. To attend a workshop
c. To meet with a client
d. To enjoy a vacation
78. How will Mr. Robertson get to Boston?
a. By train
b. By taxi
c. By plane
d. By car
79. What is in the e-mail?
a. A travel tickets
b. A trip schedule
c. A hotel reservation
d. A question list
80. What kind of business most likely in Whatsman’s Downtown?
a. Delivery service
b. Furniture store
c. Interior decorator
d. Rug cleaning service
81. What does the speaker mean when he says. “that was taken care of”?
a. The order has been placed
b. The invoice has been prepared
c. The rug has already been paid for
d. The store will handle the rug carefully
82. What does the speaker ask the listener to do?
a. Call to make an appointment
b. Check the delivery schedule
c. Visit whitsman’s by 5:30
d. Review the records
83. What is the requirement for job applicants?
a. A professional certificate
b. Availability on weekends
c. A high school diploma
d. Previous experience
84. What is mentioned as a job benefit?
a. Possible promotions
b. Regular salary raises
c. Paid vacation time
d. Insurance
85. How should you apply for these job?
a. Send a resume
b. Go to the hotel
c. Write a letter
d. Make a phone call
86. Where would you hear this message?
a. At a bus station
b. At a train station
c. At an airport
d. At a subway station
87. What should the customer do first?
88. What should the customer do first?
89. How can a customer pay cash?
a. Show an ID card
b. Go to the ticket office
c. Insert dollar bills in the slot
d. Buy the ticket from the driver
90. What is the purpose of this talk?
a. To compare different work methods
b. To describe some relaxation techniques
c. To explain how to organized work schedules
d. To give advice about relaxing during the workday
90. According to the speaker, how can you keep others from disturbing you?
a. Work at home
b. Close the door
c. Take a vacation
d. Put up a “Do not disturb” sign
91. What does the speaker mean when he says, “ they don’t consider that a poor use of time?
a. Efficiency is a common goal
b. Taking naps can be very useful
c. Executives don’t often have free time
d. It is important to organized your tme
92. Who are the awards for?
a. Professional musicians
b. Orchestra member
c. Young musicians
d. Music teachers
93. What kind of award is being given
a. A cash
b. Trophy
c. A Trip
d. A musical instrument
94. What are the listener asked to do?
a. Pay their bills
b. Give money
c. Teach music
d. Practice more
95. What was the original use of Highbury House?
a. Private family house
b. Office building
c. Museum
d. Hotel
96. Look at the graphic. Which exhibit will listeners be unable to see today?
a. Maps
b. Paintings
c. Documents
d. History displays
97. What does the speaker suggest listeners to do?
a. Check the concert schedule
b. Visit the flowers gardens
c. Return later in the year
d. Have lunch soon
98. What event will take place next week?
a. A luncheon
b. Inventory
c. A staff meeting
d. Conference registration
99. Look at the graphic. Which day will the event take place?
a. Monday
b. Tuesday
c. Wednesday
d. Thursday
100. What are listeners asked to do next?
a. Put the tables away
b. Check the schedule
c. Return their cups
d. Have some coffee

READING
101. the office would look much better with a new coat of paint …… a few pictures hanging on the walls.
a. But
b. And
c. As
d. Though
102. Most people in the department are ……. That staffing cuts will have to be made
a. Aware
b. Await
c. Awaken
d. Awe
103. The itinerary ………. The time and location of each meeting Dr. Richards has while he is visiting the
department.
a. Contain
b. Contains
c. Containing
d. Have contained
104. Passengers can check in for the charter light ………… 8:00 and 12:00 tomorrow
a. Between
b. With
c. Through
d. From
 105. The landscaper made several ………., including the installation of an automatic watering system.
a. Recommends
b. Recommended
c. Recommendations
d. Recommendable
106. It is …….. to transfer a document by e-mail than by fax.
a. Fast
b. Fastest
c. The faster
d. Faster
107. You can pay your bill online, …….. you can send a check by regular mail.
a. So
b. Or
c. But
d. Since
108. All conference speakers need to be notified than their allowed time has been ……… from 30 to
25 minutes.
a. Heightened
b. Lengthened
c. Shortened
d. Widened
109. I will ask my assistant …….. the necessary forms to you at your office.
a. To send
b. Sending
c. Will send
d. Sends
110. Mr. Chang is very frugal and busy most of …………. Business suits at large discount stores.
a. That
b. Them
c. Our
d. Her
111. With so much light pollution in the city, it’s difficult …………. Many stars at night
a. See
b. Sees
c. To see
d. Seeing
112. Once every three months, all stockroom employees are …………. To work overnight to do inventory.
a. Required
b. Suggested
c. Preferred
d. Appreciated
113. The variety of insurance benefits …………. Very broad under this policy
 a. Are
b. Is
c. Being
d. Be
114. The purpose of the award banquet is to ……….. the many achievements of our talented staff
a. Acknowledge
b. Determine
c. Entertain
d. Discern
115. Please leave your luggage ……… the bus for the driver to load
a. Among
b. Between
c. From
d. Beside
116. The hotel offers a discount for guests who stay a ……………….. of three nights
a. Podium
b. Optimum
c. Minimum
d. Premium
117. If we were not certain about the safety of the product, we ……….. it.
a. Had sold
b. Don’t sell
c. Will sell
d. Would not sell
118. The company handbook ………. The department’s policies on building customer relationships.
a. Explains
b. Is explaining
c. Explain
d. Explaining
119. Model 34 is on backorder with the ……….. and probably won’t be here until spring
a. Candidate
b. Transportation
c. Manufacturer
d. Customer
120. Mr. Larsen says that he will …… consider military veterans for the foreman position.
a. All
b. Only
c. Some
d. Except
121. ………….. we checked the budget twice, the manager found mistake in our calculations
a. Unless
b. However
 c. Since
d. Even though
122. Everyone else left the office early, so Harry had to finish up the report by ……….
a. Alone
b. Just
c. Himself
d. Single
123. Ethel’s economic predictions for the coming year …….. by her colleagues with some skepticism.
a. Were received
b. Were receiving
c. Had received
d. Received
124. Doctors …….. have recently been licensed use the medical association’s website to find jobs.
a. What
b. Who
c. Whose
d. Which
125. The only difference ……… the two fights your assistant suggested is the time of departure.
a. With
b. Then
c. Between
d. Among
126. ……….. careful planning, the cateters did not bring enough linens for the tables.
a. During
b. Because
c. In spite of
d. Although
127. The project manager is responsible for ……….. every step of the project.
a. Organization
b. Organizing
c. organized
d. Organize
128. The head of accounts …….. to sit in on the client meeting tomorrow.
a. Decisions
b. Are deciding
c. Has decided
d. Decide
129. The promotional message needs to emphasize that our product is better …….. all similar products
on the market
a. Much
b. Than
c. Off
 d. To
130. Mr. Kim spent most of the week preparing ……… his new idea to the director.
a. Present
b. Presented
c. Presenting
d. To present

Part 6 : Text Completion

Directions : You will see four passages, each with four blanks. Each blank has four answer choices. For
each blank, choose the word, phrase, or sentence that best completes the passage.

Questions 131-134 refer to the following letter.

(pictures)

Part 7 : Reading Comprehension

Directions : You will see single and multiple reading passages followed by several questions. Each
questions has four answer choices. Choose the best answer to the questions, and fill in the
corresponding oval on your answer sheet.

147. What is the purpose of this ad?

a. to advertise a job training program
b. to sell airline tickets
c. to recruit potential employees
d. to introduce the new headquarters
148. where will the event be held?
a. At company headquarters
b. At a private home
c. On an airplane
d. At the company regional office
149. Where would you see the notice?
a. At a train station
b. On an airplane
c. In a taxi
d. On a bus
150. Which of the following is permitted?
a. Smoking by the door
b. Listening to music
c. Having a snack
d. Drinking coffee
151. Where is Mr. Chen ?
a. At home
b. At a store
c. In his office
d. In the supply room
152. At 11:29, What does Ms. Giametti mean when she writes , “that will have to do”?
a. She will use the ivory envelopes
b. She doesn’t want the envelopes now
c. She has to complete the mailing on time
d. She wants Mr. Chen to order red envelopes
153. What do sales managers spend the most time on?
a. Training staff
b. Going over sales records
c. Making sales assignments
d. Performing administrative duties
154. What can be concluded from this information?
a. Too much time is spent with technical staff
b. Finding new customers is a low priority
c. There are few customer problems
d. Sales are going down
155. Who is this course for?
a. Professionals managers
b. College professors changing careers
c. Undergraduate business students
d. Administrative support staff
156. What is required for admissions?
a. An entrance exam
b. A business degree
c. International experience
d. A reference from your boss
157. How long is the course?
a. All summer long
b. One week
c. Three evenings a month
d. Two years
158. What kind of business is Ginger’s?
a. Florist landscaper
b. Party planner
c. Interior designer
159. What is said about deliveries?
a. Deliveries usually take 24 hours or longer
b. Deliveries are only made in the local area
 c. No deliveries are made after 11:00 a.m
d. There is no charge for local deliveries
160. In which of the following positions marked [1], [2], [3], and [4] does the following sentence best
belong?
“we are ready to serve you at either of our two locations”
a. [1]
b. [2]
c. [3]
d. [4]
161. What does the e-mail attachment contain?
a. A price list
b. An order form
c. Shipping information
d. Staff contact information
162. What does Mr. Niazi say about shipping?
a. It is always done by air
b. It is free on large order
c. It requires insurance
d. Its price varies
163. What kind of business does Mr. Omoboriowo probably work for?
a. Shipping
b. Retail
c. Advertising
d. Manufacturing
164. What does the new policy allow employees to do?
a. Take paid leave for professional training
b. Have more holidays
c. Get paid for volunteer work
d. Go home early
165. How much time may an employee take under this program
a. One hour per week
b. Three hours per week
c. Six hours per month
d. Eight hours per month
166. Who can participate in the program?
a. Full time employees
b. Part time employees
c. New employees
d. All employees
167. What must employee do to get paid for time off?
a. Complete an absence form
b. Have a good attendance record
c. Be a recommended by a supervisor
d. Get advance supervisor approval
168. What is the problem with the carpet?
a. It was installed incorrectly
b. It is old and worn out
c. It is the wrong color
d. It needs cleaning
169. What will happen on Monday?
a. Office supplies will be ordered
b. There will be a staff meeting
c. Clients will visit the office
d. The office will be cleaned
170. What is indicated about the carpet company?
a. It has relatively high fees
b. It has a good reputation
c. It has many employees
d. It is a new business
171. At 2:16 what does Mr. Blake mean when he writes, “leave that to me”?
a. He plans to fix the carpet
b. He will call the carpet company
c. He will pay the bill for the carpet
d. He wants to be left alone for the afternoon
172. Which is the likely victim for the new breed of hackers
a. Well-known companies
b. Small companies
c. International companies
d. Technology companies
173. According to the article, what was one probable motive for hackers of Inflemax’s network?
a. Money
b. Power
c. Fame
d. Fun
174. What has happened to some former hackers?
a. They have been hired by software company
b. They have been found innocent of crimes
c. They are working with investigators
d. They are in prison
175. In which of the following positions marked [1], [2], [3], and [4] does the following sentence best
belong?
“they may even be lax about simple security measures, such as changing their passwords
frequently”
a. [1]
b. [2]
c. [3]
d. [4]
176. Which of the following is NOT a duty of the advertised job?
a. Recruiting new staff
b. Giving presentations
c. Traveling every month
d. Attending conference
177. What field did Akiko get her degree in?
a. Electronics
b. Marketing
c. Communications
d. Clothing designs
178. When did Akiko get her degree?
a. February
b. March
c. April
d. May
179. What type of work experience does Akiko have?
a. Clothing sales
b. Electronics sales
c. Career counselor
d. Marketing representative
180. What did Camila crowe offers Akiko?
a. A job
b. An interview
c. An internship
d. A club membership
181. What is included in a visit to the theatre?
a. Meeting the chef
b. Talking with the actors
c. Touring the theater
d. Selecting shows
182. When is the theater open to individuals and small groups?
a. Monday through Thursday only
b. Friday and Saturday only
c. Monday through Saturday only
d. Sunday only
183. What time does Ms. Hekler prefer the Federal Bank party to begin?
a. 10 a.m
b. 12 p.m
c. 4 p.m
d. 6 p.m
184. What type of document will the Federal Bank get for this party?
a. 0%
b. 10%
c. 15%
d. 20%
185. What type of show will guests at the Federal Bank party see?
a. Tragedy
b. Drama
c. Musical
d. Comedy
186. How long does each workshop last?
a. 1 hour
b. 2 hours
c. All morning
d. All day
187. How many workshops should a potential retiree attend?
a. 1
b. 2
c. 3
d. 4
188. What mistake did Mr. Mains make about the workshop?
a. He arrived to late
b. He went to the wrong room
c. He went on the wrong date
d. He forgot to register ahead of time
189. If Mr. Mains retires now, what will be the reduction in his retirement fund?
a. 0%
b. 2%
c. 4%
d. 10%
190. What does Mr. Oh suggest that Mr. Mains do about his tax questions?
a. Hire a tax specialist
b. Attend a workshop
c. Send them to Mr. Oh
d. Call the Accounting Department
191. How many professional development hours can an ABC, Inc. employee earn for courses at the
Central Technical Institute?
a. No more than 15
b. No more than 20
c. 15 per course
d. 20 per year
192. What time does the accounting 102 class start?
a. 6:00 a.m
b. 8:00 a.m
c. 6:00 p.m
d. 8:00 p.m
193. How much will Roberto pay for each class he takes?
a. Nothing his company will pay
b. $300
c. $600
d. It depends on the level
194. Why won’t Roberto get professional development credits for the accounting course he took last
term?
a. He did not get a passing grade
b. It is not in the Office Skills Category
c. It was not offered at the Central Technology Institute
d. He did not have his record forwarded to the HR office
195. Which day will Roberto be in class this term ?
a. Monday only
b. Monday and Tuesday
c. Tuesday and Wednesday
d. Wednesday only
196. What is indicated about the landscaping business?
a. It works at both private homes and commercial properties
b. It has worked with Mr. Holmes in the past
c. It has been in business for many years
d. It has several branches
197. The word “pick” in paragraph 2, line 2 of the advertisement is closest in meaning to ….
a. Harvest
b. Choose
c. Pull
d. Lift
198. Who is Mr. Holmes?
a. An interior decorator
b. A real estate agent
c. A city planner
d. A landlord
199. What problem will Mr. Holmes have with the project estimate?
a. The project cost is too high
b. It doesn’t include a new tree
c. The job will be completed too late
d. He doesn’t want shrubs to be removed
200. How much will Mitchell Landscapers pay the workers for the Broad Street project?
a. $500
b. $650
c. $1,000
d. $2150