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Test 1

Part 1 LISTENING Part 2
Total: 6 marks Total: 6 marks

You will hear six sentences twice. Choose the best You will hear three conversations. Listen to the con-
reply to each sentence. Look at the example. If you versations and answer the questions. Put a circle
hear ‘When’s the party? When’s the party?’, the round the letter of the correct answer. You will
best reply is (b). Put a circle round the letter of the hear each conversation twice. Look at the questions
best reply. for Conversation One.

Example: a) last week
b) tomorrow night Conversation 1
c) a few times 1. The man is stuck because
a) he is not interested in the books.
b) he needs to read more books.
c) he needs an idea for a topic.
1. a) Yes, to be honest, I’ve been dreading it too.
b) Yes, I’m relieved they finally reached an agreement.
2. The woman’s behaviour towards the man is
c) Oh well, tomorrow’s sure to be better!
a) helpful.
b) condescending.
c) comforting.
2. a) I agree; she’s got ill because she’s working too hard.
b) Still, I wouldn’t want to be in her shoes right now!
c) Well, I guess if the shoe fits, wear it.

Conversation 2
3. The man thinks that they will get a new printer
3. a) Well, what is your excuse then?
a) for sure.
b) I never said I thought you were lying!
b) probably.
c) I couldn’t agree more!
c) possibly.

4. The relationship between George and the speakers is
4. a) No, actually, it was a briefcase.
a) friends.
b) No, actually, a brown one.
b) boss and employee.
c) No, it was made of cloth.
c) fellow employees.

5. a) It’s nothing; honestly.
b) Certainly, and next time, you must visit us!
Conversation 3
c) It’s been a pleasure.
5. What is the worst thing the woman thinks could happen
if they go to the opera?
a) She would feel stressed.
6. a) I don’t think I like him, either.
b) She wouldn’t like it.
b) Perhaps there just isn’t a reason.
c) She would fall asleep.
c) He’s entitled not to like something, you know.

6. How does the woman feel about the opera in general?
a) She thinks it is boring.
b) She likes it.
c) She thinks it’s not worth the money.

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