MỤC LỤC

Test 1 ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 2
Part A............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 2

Part B ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 5

Part C ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 6

Test 2 ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Part A............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 8

Part B ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 11

Part C ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 12

Test 3 ................................................................................................................................................................................... 14
Part A............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 14

Part B ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 17

Part C ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 18

Test 4 ................................................................................................................................................................................... 20
Part A............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 20

Part B ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 23

Part C ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 24

Test 5 ................................................................................................................................................................................... 26
Part A............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 26

Part B ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 29

Part C ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 30

Test 6 ................................................................................................................................................................................... 32
Part A............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 32

Part B ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 35

Part C ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 36

Test 7 ................................................................................................................................................................................... 39
Part A............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 39

Part B ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 42

Part C ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 44

Test 8 ................................................................................................................................................................................... 46
Part A............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 46

Part B ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 50

Part C ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 51
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Test 1
Part A
Directions you will hear 10 conversations between two people after the second listening of
each conversation you will hear a question and there are four possible answers provided select
the best answer to each question.
Question 1
I ordered that software last Tuesday it should have arrived by now.
This package came for you this morning maybe it's your new software.
It is finally it's here.
Good, now maybe you can help me with my computer.

When did the package arrive?

Question 2
What a great time we had in Paris, let's go back soon.
Oh! I'd love to but don't you think we should wait until next year.
Maybe you're right it was only last month that we were there.

How long ago did the speakers visit Paris?

Question 3
Hey mark, I hear you got a new job congratulations.
Isn't it great but they want me to start this Monday that's so soon!
That is a little odd usually they give you 2 weeks.

When will Mark start his new job?

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Question 4
You travel a lot for your job don't you?
Yes, I go to Tokyo at least once a month.
I suffer from jet lag once a year would be enough for me!
You get used to it when you fly all the time.

How often does the woman travel to Tokyo?

Question 5
Isn't the contract ready yet, we're all ready to sign it.
I called the office this morning they said we'd have it by this afternoon.
This afternoon! I guess that's OK as long as it's here before three.

How soon will the contract be ready?

Question 6
I bought this cell phone just last week and already it stopped working.
It has a one year guarantee so I'd be happy to give you a new one for free
Could you give me a better one this time how about one with a 5 years guarantee?
Sorry! I don't make the rules.

How long ago did the man buy the cell phone?

Question 7
Did you sign up for next month's business conference?
Not yet, I plan to send in my registration tomorrow.

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You better do it soon Friday is the last day for registration.

When will the conference take place?

Question 8
I can't give you any copier paper today I'm all out you'll have to wait until next week.
Next week why? Can't you get any before then Tim?
I only order office supplies once a month, sorry!

How often does Tim order office supplies?

Question 9
I'm calling to find out when the repairs on my car will be finished.
we're working on it now and your car should be ready the day after tomorrow.
That's in! Great I thought I'd have to leave it there until Friday at least.

How soon will the car be ready?

Question 10
Am I very late have you been waiting for me long?
Not really my train arrived just 15 minutes ago.
I'm sorry I thought it wasn't supposed to arrive until 10:30.
It did but you didn't don't worry about it.

How long has the woman been waiting?

This is the end of part A

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Part B
directions you will hear a conversation after the second listening there are incomplete sentence
is in four possible options provided for each gap select the best option to complete the
sentence
you will hear an interview with a singer called Nick Parker who plays in a band called crispy
with his sister Mel
now we're ready to start listen carefully you will hear the recording twice
I'm talking to Nick Parker the singer with the band called crispy.
Nick your sister Mel plays guitar in the band too doesn't she.
Yeah Mel a year younger than me we've been playing and singing together since we were 8-9
dad is a guitarist and took us to hear the great bands playing live, Mel and I put on shows at
school which was a lot of fun mom thought we were good but she didn't want us to get too
serious about our music because of the hard lives professional musicians have.
When did you start writing music?
I've been writing since I was 10 and later Mel started working with me, we didn't have the same
influences I liked rock music and she loved world music especially bands from Africa but we
found good ways of mixing the styles.
Yours band crispy has two guys and two girls in it, how was it formed?
Mel and I were playing in a concert at our college and there were two students from music
school in the audience they came to see us after the show and asked if we'd like to form a
band with them, we weren't sure at first because we were much younger than them but we
agreed to try it out and it was brilliant.
Was the band an immediate success?
Well we spent the first year practicing and writing music during that time we all had studying
to do, we played in local concerts and the audiences enjoyed what we did then during one
holiday we recorded two songs and sent them to a music company they offered us a contract
but our parents said we had to finish college first.
You've been together a few years now and you're one of the top bands, what's that like?

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Hard work! We travel to concerts all around the world and are never in one place for more than
a few nights, the others are like an older brother and sister to me and Mel which is good they
help us relax on our days off and make sure we eat well, they are strict about practicing too.
Have you had any disappointments?
Everything we've recorded has done well, three singles have gone to number one and our first
album has sold over a million copies, our second album was due out this winter but I've been ill
recently so we've started recording late which is a pity but for the rest everything's fine.

This is the end of Part B.

Part C
Directions you will hear a talk after the second listening there are questions select the best
answer to each question.
Now we will begin part C.
You will hear a talk given to visitors to a fashion museum.
Now we're ready to start listen carefully you will hear the recording twice.
Welcome ladies and gentlemen to the Morcom Museum of fashion before we go up to the
fashion exhibition clothes of the future I would like to show you some slides on the screen and
say a few words about the history of fashion. I will also mention some of the important people
in fashion, this will provide an introduction for you and will prepare you for the clothes that
we're going to see in the exhibition. As I'm sure you know nowadays fashion is something that
almost everybody enjoys people of all age groups and all incomes usually have an interest in
what they wear but this is only recently happened and I will tell you why. Until the beginning of
this century it was only the rich who could afford to follow fashion there were no factories to
make many copies of the same article as there are today, rich men and women wore trousers
jackets and dresses which were made especially for them this picture here shows a young lady
being measured for a dress that she will have made by hand exactly how she wants it to be.
Ladies clothes in Thursdays were long and usually tight fitting and made of heavy material,
however the new century the 1900s brought new ideas, the important person at this time was
Coco Chanel who started making clothes in 1908 in Paris. Many people think she was the 20th

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century's most important influence on fashion, she now loved wear loose fitting clothes and
produce jackets and skirts which everyone admired, here's a picture of one of her ladies suits,
even today people still wear styles like this when they want to look smart. Young Paris
designers all began to produce simple clothes and skirts started to get shorter. The idea of
special clothes for playing sports also became popular in the early 1920s things like long shorts
and tennis moves started to become fashionable soon factories produce these new styles more
cheaply and then many more people were able to enjoy fashion. In 1947 after the Second
World war Christian Dior used all the new materials available to produce a fashion which was
known as the new look as you can see in this picture he made skirt length longer again. Later in
the 60s flower pie and student fashion were popular, in London Mary quant introduced short
skirts these were worn with boots that went up to the knee, look at the white shiny boots in
this picture and now we come to today's exhibition some of the clothes you will see today will
be very different from anything which you have seen before the exhibition aims to take a look
at the sort of clothes that we might wear in the next 50 years. Let's go inside and have a look at
the exciting clothes that are waiting for us.

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Test 2
Part A
Directions you will hear 10 conversations between two people after the second listening of
each conversation you will hear a question and there are four possible answers provided select
the best answer to each question.
Question 1
Did you hear that Sam got a promotion?
Yeah! Jim told me isn't it great.
Yes, but I wish Pat had gotten one too she really deserves it.
Why for taking every sick day she can?

Who received a promotion?

Question 2
This is miss Fujita may I help you?
Yes, I'm calling from the accounting office may I speak with the director.
I'm sorry she's not in I'm her assistant perhaps I can help you.

What is Miss Fujita's job?

Question 3
What are your specials tonight?
We have fresh shrimp and roast beef.
I think I'll just order something from the regular menu.
Here's your menu, let me know when you're ready to order.

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Who is the man talking to?

Question 4
Did anyone call while I was out?
You have a message from Mr.Peters he says he's finished painting the new office.
Great! Please call him back and ask him to send the bill to the accounting office.

Who left the telephone message?

Question 5
Is this your office John?
No, it's Cindy's mines the one at the end of the whole.
How did you get such a nice office, your boss must really like you?
He respects my opinion and I was here first.

Whose office is at the end of the Hall?

Question 6
I just received a bill from Mrs Ortega.
Mrs Ortega is your accountant, I thought Mr Wilson was.
He was but then Bob recommended Mrs Ortega she does a much better job.

What is the new accountant name?

Question 7
what's your daughter doing these days Frank.
She's at the University now she's studying economics.

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Economics I thought she would become a lawyer like you.

What is Frank's profession?

Question 8
Oh! Marsha have you seen Jim since his surgery.
No but Linda and I plan to visit him in the hospital this afternoon.
Good because his wife says she really wants visitors.

Who is in the hospital?

Question 9
Martin isn't that Sandy's car parked by the front door.
No it's Tom's you know the new secretary.
Well he'd better move it he parked in the director space.

Whose car is parked by the front door?

Question 10
How much is the bus fare.
It's 150$, do you want to transfer.
No but please tell me when we get to my stop. I'm going to the central post office.
It's the third stop after this.

What is the woman's job?

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Part B
Directions you will hear a conversation after the second listening there are incomplete
sentence is in four possible options provided for each gap select the best option to complete
the sentence.
now we will begin Part B
You will hear an interview with a teenager called Simon about going to an indoor climbing
center that has a climbing wall.
Now we're ready to start listen carefully you will hear the recording twice.
Hello everyone today we're discussing adventure activities and I'm talking to Simon Bonito
who recently went with his mum to an indoor climbing center. Simon what gave your mum the
idea to take you there?
Well last year my school had a trip to the center but I missed it because I was sick then recently
she went with a friend and tried it herself and she loved it so after that she wanted to take me
to
And what did you think when your mom suggested going to the center?
Well I knew I was OK at climbing we've been climbing on Holidays and I thought we'd do
something similar at the center, I was really looking forward to it but then my mom explained
that the wall was inside I wasn't so interested when I heard that I prefer being outside.
But did you meet lots of people there?
Well yes that was great it was early morning when we arrived and the center just opened so it
was quiet but lots of people came later in the morning and for once I wasn't the youngest I'd
expected it to be mainly young people there but there were people of all ages serious climbers
mums with five year old and teenagers like me.
So, what was the climbing wall like?
Well luckily it had rocks of different sizes to help you climb so there was little chance of falling
off and I'd imagined it would look high before you started to climb but actually it didn't seem
that far to the top there were lots of really useful holes all over it too to put your feet in green
ones for an easy climb red for more difficult.
So, what was your first climb like was it easy?

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No the instructor showed us what to do and I'd thought I'd soon get to the top but I was the
last to get there so I was annoyed with myself the instructor warned us it can be painful for
your arms too but I didn't notice and I did improve.
So, what did you learn from your visit?
Well it was great to be with other people who all like doing the same thing and when I was
climbing I had to think carefully where to put my feet before I moved so that's helped me to
think first before I do things it showed me that i'm fitter than my friends who spend too much
time on their computers.
Well thanks Simon.

Part C
directions you will hear a talk after the second listening there are questions select the best
answer to each question
now we will begin part C.
you will hear an announcement about what's on television tomorrow
now we're ready to start, listen carefully you will hear the recording twice.

And that's the weather forecast and now we know what the weather is going to be like let's
have a look at what we've got for you tomorrow on TV 31. Most of the morning is taken up
with children's television as it's Saturday we've got programs for children from the under-fives
to teenagers we start the day at 7:00 with cartoons and programs for the very young these go
on until nine when we have a film specially made for television called the railway Princess it was
first shown about six months ago and we've had lots of requests to show it again. The film is
based on Jenny Johnson's bestselling children's book, then from 10:30 until 12 we continue
with a magazine program for five to 12 years old there's something for everyone animals, art,
sport, the countryside. At lunchtime from 12 till two we have something for teenagers here and
now our music program with all the latest groups and singers and the results of last week's
competition. After lunch is half an hour of news and that's followed at 2:30 by sport. This
afternoon you can watch the match between Brazil and Ireland the winner of that match will go
on to play Italy or Spain in the final next week, football is followed at 4:00 o'clock by tennis will

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be watching part of the McMillan tennis tournament if the tennis is cancelled because of rain
will be going over early to Japan to see some of the skiing let's hope Angus burns has
recovered from yesterday's fall, at 5:00 o'clock will be bringing you the end of the round Britain
cycle race, at 6:00 o'clock it's time for our new quiz program your guess is as good as mine
with Nigel Parsons each team is shown pictures of people who are in the news in one particular
year or important things that happened in that year the teams guess when that was that's
followed by more news and at 7 it's time for our Saturday evening film I could live forever a sad
story with a happy ending you'll recognize the songs “now well known” made famous by the
film and sung by Julia Jones and of course there's some wonderful dancing ,our evening carries
on with plenty of entertainment for all the family at 9:00 o'clock is a chance to see everyone.

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Test 3
Part A
Directions, you will hear 10 conversations between two people. After the second listening of
each conversation, you will hear a question and there are four possible answers provided select
the best answer to each question.
Question 1.
Well, I made the call and I got the tickets for Sunday evening.
Great. I'm so looking forward to this.They're my favorite band.
Mine too. It's at the Capitol theater. That's the best place for a concert.

What do the speakers plan to do this Sunday?

Question 2.
I'm so tired of this office. It's so ugly.
Why don't you buy some new furniture? Or at least get a new rug?
Huh? new things are so expensive. But I could paint the furniture I have now.

What will the man probably do?

Question 3.
I'd like to order a small plane pizza.
Would you like that delivered? Or will you pick it up?
I'll pick it up.
I'll send you a text message on your cell when it's ready to be picked up.

What is the woman going to do?

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Question 4.
I'm freezing cold. Then you probably don't want any ice cream?
No. I need something to warm me up. Like a cup of tea.
Well, maybe you should put on a sweater. And then we can have ice cream.

What will the man probably have?

Question 5.
Let's take a cab. It's raining.
But just a little. And I have an umbrella. Let's walk.
No, it's starting to rain harder. And he is a cab. Get in.

What form of transportation will the speakers use?

Question 6.
Here's your order, ma'am. That'll be $25.
Let me check my wallet. No, I don't have cash. Will a credit card do?
That will be fine.

How will the woman pay?

Question 7.

It's really cold in here. Why don't you turn off the air conditioning?
Why would the air conditioning beyond its winter.
Oh, I see the problem. Someone left the window open.

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What will the woman probably do?

Question 8.
This old fax machine never works. It's time to get a new one.
Are you sure? Maybe it's not plugged in?
Oh, you're right. How embarrassing?

What will the man do?

Question 9.
Is that today's paper? Would you lend it to me a minute?
Sure. Do you want to see today's headlines?
No, I just want to check the movie schedule.
There isn't any movie worth seeing. Trust me?

What does the woman want to do?

Question 10.
Buy this sweater. It looks good on you.
Yes, and it goes well with my skirt. But for the party. I need a dress.
You're right. It's a formal party and a long dress is more suitable than a skirt.

What will the woman probably buy?

This is the end of Part A

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Part B
Directions, you will hear a conversation. After the second listening there are incomplete
sentences and four possible options provided for each gap. Select the best option to complete
the sentence.
Now we will begin Part B, you will hear a radio interview with a teenage surfer called Abby
fielding.
Now we are ready to start. Listen carefully. You will hear the recording twice.
Today I'm talking to teenage surfer Abby fielding. Abby, welcome. Tell us about how you
started surfing.
Well, my family have always loved going to our local beach. And my dad became keen on
surfing. He wasn't very good. But he really wanted to show me how to do it. And my mom
offered to buy me a board. I still wasn't keen. But then I started watching surfing competitions
near home. When I saw this standard of the surface. I just felt I could do better.
Very confident. How easy was it to get started?
Well, it's free to practice once you've got the equipment. I went to the local surfing school for a
bit too. But it can cost quite a lot to buy what you need. I was lent some boards before I
bought one to see which type I like best that was useful.
So do you go surfing all year round now?
Yes. Even in winter when it's cold. The sea is actually warmer than the land. I just wear the same
wetsuit as I do in the summer. Although sometimes I do add gloves. You'd be surprised how
many people are out there surfing with me.
And your biggest achievement was surfing an enormous wave.
Ah, yeah. That kind of wave only comes along a couple of times a year. I borrowed a large
board is mine wasn't big enough. And I was nervous. The y's were a lot bigger than they look
from the beach.People say it hurts if you fall off in those conditions. But I didn't have time to
think about that.
So any advice for other teenagers taking up surfing?
Well, you're never too young to start. Not on big waves, of course, in case you have to swim
back to the beach. But in many places, you need to know how to surf, whatever the waves are,

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like, good and bad. In certain schools are okay. But watching other surfers is just as useful. Can
practicing yourself of course.
So you're still young. What next?
And well. going to miss the next big competition has I've injured my ankle, that my future is
definitely in surfing. So I need to investigate what opportunities there are. There's a course in
surfing science you can do at the university here. But I'm not sure that's the right path for me
at the moment.
Well, thank you, Abby.

This is the end of Part B.

Part C
Directions you will hear a talk. After the second listening. There are questions select the best
answer to each question.
Now we will begin Part C.
You will hear a radio presenter talking about weekend events in the Carlisle area.
Now we are ready to start. Listen carefully. You will hear the recording twice.
And that was a lovely song, especially for Sandra. I hope you're listening, Sandra. Now it's time
for our what's on around Carlisle this weekend. There are lots of things happening. First of all,
laemmli School has contacted us to tell us all about the concert they're giving on Saturday
evening, that's the eighth. The music starts at 7:30 not at seven o'clock as advertised. And we'll
finish about 8:30 after which coffee will be available. They say it's an evening of songs and
dances for everyone. There'll be light refreshments afterwards in the library that will be
included in the cost of the ticket do go along to this concert, as the school will use all the
money to buy some new sports equipment for the children. Last year's concert was a great
success. And the school was able to buy a new computer for the children to use and also pay
for a trip to London.
Next I have some details of a regular weekend activity. The Walking club are going for a long
distance walk around the lake this Sunday. Everyone should meet at 10am in the carpark by the
lake. Don't forget, you can get a bus from the market square. If you don't have any transport.

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Take a packed lunch and some warm clothes with you. If the weather's nice, you'll be able to
have a picnic by the side of the lake. Have fun.
On Saturday evening, there's a talk for the International Club. I well known local writers Sarah
Jones, who teaches at the university. You may have read her latest novel. It's in all the
bookshops at the moment. Well, she's giving a talk at 8pm on Saturday evening in the library.
That's the building next to the theater in the center of town. I'm sure you'll find it very
interesting. Sarah has just returned from Africa. And we'll talk about all her experiences there.
She traveled through three different countries and met lots of interesting people, including a
famous actor. Now the International Club would like to remind you that the talk is for
everyone, not just members. They say it's a family evening and under 16th getting free. They
also say it's best to make sure you book a ticket first. I'm sure the evening will be very popular.
So take their advice and have a great time.
This is the end of Part C

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Test 4
Part A
Directions, you will hear 10 conversations between two people. After the second listening of
each conversation, you will hear a question and there are four possible answers provided select
the best answer to each question.
Question 1.
I'm so tired of having car problems.
What? Your car broke down again.
You won't believe this, but I ran out of gas.
You should start taking the bus.

What is wrong with the car?

Questioned 2.
This steak is delicious. You should try it.
Oh, no, thanks. I don't like steak.
You like this? It's the cooks specialty.
Perhaps, but I still don't eat meat.

What are the speakers talking about?

Question 3.
I saw a nice looking restaurant not far from here.
Yes, but I never go there. The service is terrible.
That's too bad. It doesn't matter how good the food is. The service is what's important.

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What is the problem with the restaurant?

Question 4.
I've booked you on the 4:30 flight. Wonderful.
Where can I pick up the tickets?
You can get them at the airport when you check in?
Oh, then I had better leave early to have enough time at check in.

What are the speakers discussing?

Question 5.
Are you interested in that lecture called buying your first home?
No. I'd love to buy my own place to live, but I just don't have enough money.
Maybe the speaker has some ideas about how to do it without a lot of money.

What is the lecture about?

Question 6?
The show starts at 5:15. So I'll meet you in front of the theater at five o'clock.
Okay, I can't wait to see this one. All my favorite actors are in it.
I'll bring some snacks in case we get hungry during the show. The show starts at 5:15 so I'll
meet you in front of the theater at five o'clock.
Okay, I can't wait to see this one. All my favorite actors are in it.
I'll bring some snacks in case we get hungry during the show.

What are the speakers talking about?

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Question 7.
I'm sending this hamburger back to the kitchen.
Why? It looks nice and tasty to me. Is it under cooked?
It's overcooked. Look how burnt it is.
That's the way I like it.

What is the problem with the hamburger?

Question 8.
Did you see the headlines this morning?
No, I didn't buy the paper because I was out of cash.
You can read my copy. It's over there on my desk.
That saves me 35 cents.

What are the speakers talking about?

Question 9.
If you want to learn how to manage your finances, you should read this book.
I don't have time for books like that. What I need is to earn more money.
Maybe you should look for a new job then.

What is the Book about?

Question 10
Can you come to my party? It's on Friday after work.
I'd love to. Can I bring something to eat?
There'll be plenty of food there. But you could bring something to drink. I'd rather bring food.

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What are the speakers discussing?

Part B
Directions, you will hear a conversation. After the second listening there are incomplete
sentences and four possible options provided for each gap. Select the best option to complete
the sentence.
Now we will begin Part B
You will hear an interview with a champion gymnast called Maria Anderson. Now we are ready
to start. Listen carefully. You will hear the recording twice.

I'm talking to Maria Anderson, a 16 year old champion gymnast. Maria, have you always
dreamed of being a gymnast?
I got interested when I was eight. I loved running and jumping. And my teacher said I'd be
good at sports. I read a book about a gymnast who took part in the Olympics. And her life
seemed very hard. Then I went to watch a gymnastics event with my dad and saw gymnasts in
action. And I thought, I'd like to do that.
Did you realize immediately you'd be a champion?
I tried too hard in the beginning. I'm very competitive. And within a hurry to learn the moves. I
made so many mistakes. I nearly gave up. Even when I won prizes at events in my town. I didn't
think I'd ever be really good. But a famous coach saw me doing floor exercise and said he'd
give me lessons. And then I knew I could get to the top. You've done amazingly well. Since
then. Has success changed you? I hope not. I'm growing up getting experience. But basically, I
think I'm the same. My coach says the best athletes are sensible. They don't let success make a
difference to them as people. And I think that's true of me. It's just my mom and dad worry
about me. And Wish I could lead a more normal life.
What about school? Can you keep up with the other children?
I go to the Sports Center at 530 every morning to practice. So I've been working for three
hours before I even get to school. It was hard at first. I felt really tired. But I'm used to it now. I

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rest during the lunch break instead of being with my friends. lessons are all right, but I can't
stay up late or go to parties.
Do you have time for hobbies?
Well, I travel a lot to events in other countries, and I listen to music on the plane. I hope I get a
chance to go to a concert someday. And I like movies, but not cartoons. My dad films me when
I'm performing in a competition. And I put together videos for my website, which is fun.
What does your room and home look like?
I've got posters covering every wall, mostly of singers and bands. The best thing is a
photograph of me shaking hands with my hero. A fantastic Russian gymnast I met last year. Oh,
and I've got all my cups and prizes in a glass case. A bit embarrassing.
This is the end of Part B.

Part C
directions. You will hear a talk. After the second listening. There are questions select the best
answer to each question.
Now we will begin Part C.
You will hear someone talking to a group of students about a visit to an art center. Now we are
ready to start Listen carefully. You will hear the recording twice.

Right everyone about the trip to the Jubilee Art Center next Wednesday. As you know we have
tickets for the center's to theatres and the concert hall. Those of you with concert tickets will
hear piano music by Chopin and Schumann. Those with tickets for the main theater will see
Shakespeare's 12th night while people going to the smaller theater will see the wilds duck by
Epson. Although all the theater and concert tickets have gone. If anyone else would like to join
us on the trip, I can get tickets for the Art Center cinema to see the Australian comedy film,
spider and Rose. The shows begin at half past seven. But we'll leave early so you can spend
time looking around the Art Center. The coach will leave here at 330 and arrive at the Art
Center at about a quarter to five. Let me tell you what you can do there. The center has a lot
for art lovers. In the art gallery, there's an exhibition of the history of Russian ballet. It has
dresses and shoes worn by famous dancers, and photos of past performances. With your
student card you can get in very cheaply. There are also some interesting free exhibitions on

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the ground floor. You can see prize winning paintings from a children's competition and go
jewelry made by Scottish artists. On the first floor, there's an exhibition of South American
photographs, and there's no charge for that either. I know some of you hope to do some
shopping. The center has a bookshop on the first floor, and there's a souvenir shop by the
ticket office. If you're more interested in clothes and shoes, there's a large shopping center five
minutes walk from the Art Center. You're probably want to eat before the show. The balcony
restaurant has a menu With a wide range of meals and waiter service, but it is rather expensive.
Or there's the fountain restaurant, whose special three course dinner is good value for money.
There's also Chinese coffee bar which serves coffee sandwiches and cakes. You can get fruit
juices and ice cream from the cinema kiosk. After the shows the coach will pick us up at the
bridge street exit. Everyone should be there by 20 past 10 the two players will finish it around
1010 or 1015. I'm afraid concert goers will have to wait as the concert finishes earlier at 10 to
10.

This is the end of Part C

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Test 5
Part A
Directions, you will hear 10 conversations between two people. After the second listening of
each conversation, you will hear a question and there are four possible answers provided select
the best answer to each question.
Question 1,
This new conference room is nice. But where will Everybody sit down?
We ordered the new chairs last week, but they haven't arrived yet.
Well, I don't know what to do for now. We can't ask people to sit on the floor.

Why are there no chairs?

Question 2.
I really need some help with this report. I'm preparing for the board meeting. Why don't you
call me at home this evening. And we can talk it over. Thank you. I'll call you after dinner.

Why will the man call the woman?

Question 3.
Well, see you later. I'm off to buy some clothes for my trip to Hawaii. Hawaii.
I'd love to visit there. That's a great place for a vacation.
It is but I'm going there for a conference. Well see you later. I'm off to buy some clothes for my
trip to Hawaii. Hawaii.
I'd love to visit there. That's a great place for a vacation.
It is but I'm going there for a conference.

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Why is the woman going to Hawaii?

Question 4.
You got here so late. We thought you had an accident.
Not exactly. I had a flat tire. I'm sorry.
Well, come on in. Everybody's waiting for you.
I'm sorry to be so late.

Why did the woman arrive late?

Question 5.
Do you mind if I open the window?
It's so warm in here. Please don't. The street noise really bothers me. I'll turn on the air
conditioning then. I need some cool air. I like it warm. Why don't you just take off your coat.

Why is the window closed?

Question 6.
This elevator is so slow. Let's take the stairs.
I can't walk down all those stairs. Sure you can.
Come on. I'm tired of waiting for this elevator.
You go ahead. I'll wait for the elevator.

Why doesn't the man want to take the elevator?

Question 7.

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You're still here. I thought you'd finished all your work for today. I have, but I'm waiting for an
important phone call. Well, don't stay too late, or you'll be tired all day tomorrow.

Why is the man staying late at the office?

Question 8.
Why are we meeting in this uncomfortable office?
They're still painting the big conference room?
Well, I don't see how we can fit enough chairs in this small room.
It will be tight, but it's a short meeting.

Why isn't the meeting in the conference room?

Question 9.
You should take the subway to the office today. Why? drivings faster, and I'm already late.
traffic's really heavy today. Because several streets are closed for construction.

Why does the woman suggest taking the subway?

Question 10
I didn't get any lunch. And now I'm really hungry.
I thought you went to the cafeteria.
Yes, but it was late. And by the time I got there, there was nothing good left.
You should have told me I would have brought you something.

Why didn't the man eat lunch?

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This is the end of Part A

Part B
Directions, you will hear a conversation. After the second listening there are incomplete
sentences and four possible options provided for each gap. Select the best option to complete
the sentence.
Now we will begin Part B.
You will hear part of a local radio program in which someone is talking about a shopping
center. Now we are ready to start. Listen carefully. You will hear the recording twice.
In today's program, David green has come along to tell us all about waterside shopping center
near North port. Good morning, David.
Good morning. Well, I visited waterside last week, and I think it has something for everyone.
And I would recommend it for a day out. It's taken three years to build and finally opened
three weeks ago, two months later than planned. Firstly, getting their their organized coach
trips from most towns in the area. But they leave early and come home very late. So I drove
there are 12,000 free parking spaces. So parking is no problem. You can also get there by train.
But the station is 15 minutes from waterside by bus. And the buses are really crowded. So you
sometimes have a long wait. And what about opening times? Well, one thing to remember is
that the shops don't open till 10 in the morning, except on Saturday when they open at nine.
So don't get there too early on a weekday. They close at eight o'clock every day, except Friday,
when they're open until 9 pm.
Can you tell us some more about the facilities at the shopping center?
Yes, it's arranged on three levels, you'll find all your favorites here. In fact, if you want to buy a
pair of shoes, there are 15 different shops to choose from on levels one and two. When you
run out of money, there are seven different banks. But collect your money before you get to
the third level. There aren't any banks up there. on that level. However, there are several
restaurants as well as a cinema with seven screens. And don't get lost like I did. Go to the
information desk on the first level and get a map. What else can you do at waterside
before you go back to your car or the bus. And in fact, it might be better to do this before you
go shopping and have too much to carry. Go and see the lake. Take a walk or have a go
fishing, sailing or windsurfing If you have time, or you can rest your tired feet and watch the

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birds and ducks, but you are asked not to feed them. Was there anything you didn't like about
the shopping center?
Oh, well, although I had a good day, I would complain about one thing, but not the usual
thing. The service in the shops was good. And I had an extra lunch in a cafe. No, the silly thing
was that everywhere was quite clean. But people would dropping their sweet papers and
empty drink cans on the ground because there wasn't anywhere else to throw them. Apart
from that I would recommend it.
And so that's all for today's program.

This is the end of Part B

Part C
Directions. You will hear a talk after the second listening there are questions select the best
answer to each question.
Now we will be In Part C,
you will hear part of a radio program about classical music.
Now we are ready to start. Listen carefully, you will hear the recording twice.
And now if you're a regular listener to this program, you'll know that it's time for our weekly
competition. Last week's prize of two theater tickets was one by Bill Martens. Congratulations,
Bill. I hope you've received your tickets by now. This week, we're offering a classical CD to the
first listener who can name the piece of music and the person who wrote it. I'm going to play
the piece in a few minutes. But before I do, you need to get a pencil and a piece of paper, as
I'm going to give you some help, which should make your job a little easier. Are you ready?
Right. Now listen carefully, as you might be this week's lucky winner. Although the person who
wrote this piece of classical music was born in Italy, his parents were French, and he spent most
of his life in Spain. Have you got that? on to the second point. There is also a famous play
which has the same title as this music, and which is usually performed in the open air in the
summer. Any idea yet? I should warn you that it's not that easy. Anyway, for the next point.
When this piece of music was first performed, many people in the audience got up and walked
out. At the end, they say there was complete silence, which I'm sure wasn't very pleasant for
the writer. People thought the music was terrible and complained about wasting their money.
It's amazing really when you think how popular it is today. And now for the last point. Part of
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this music has been used for an advertisement which you can see on television. I'm sure when
you hear the music, you'll know what the advertisement is for. I'm not going to tell you what
product it advertises, as that would almost certainly give you the answer. You can also see the
advert in a lot of magazines. And I think from next month, this advert will also be on your
cinema screens. So that's four things to remember. And the phone number to ring if you can
give us the title of the music and the name of the man who wrote it is double o 18937. Double
two, four. And the piece of music is coming up now.

This is the end of Part C

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Test 6
Part A
Directions. You will hear 10 conversations between two people. After the second listening of
each conversation, you will hear a question and there are four possible answers provided select
the best answer to each question.
Question 1.
I'm getting together later with some friends from the office.
Will you be at that cafe downstairs?
No. We are going to that other cafe. The one next to the park.
Oh, I love that place. It has a great view of the park.

Where will the speakers get together?

Question 2.
Are you waiting for the number four?
I think the rain is making it late.
Probably but I wish it would get here soon. I hate standing out here in the rain.
Me too. I can't wait to get home and take off these wet clothes.

Where are the speakers?

Question 3.
I have a reservation for tonight and tomorrow night.
Yes, you're in room 23 on the second floor. Here's the key.
Thank you. Can somebody help me with my bags?

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I'm sorry. We don't have any porters to help you at this time of night. And the elevator is out of
order. I'd help you but I can't leave the front desk.

Where does the conversation take place?

Question 4.
I've looked all over the office, but I can't find my cell phone.
Hmm. Did you take a cab? Maybe you left it in the cab?
No, I took a bus. I know. I left it at the restaurant where I had lunch.
Let's go back to the restaurant. Or at least call them.

Where did the man leave his phone?

Question 5.
Wait for me downstairs.
Okay. Should I wait out by the front door?
No, don't go outside. Just stand near the elevator.
Okay, I'll see you downstairs in a few minutes.

Where will the man wait?

Question 6.
You can leave me on the next block.
It's that blue house.
All right. The fares $7 and 50 cents.
Here you are. Keep the change.

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Where does this conversation take place?

Question 7.
Can you tell me where the frozen dinners are?
They're in the frozen food section. aisle five.
Aisle five. They're on sale this week, right?
Yes, but the sale ends tomorrow.

Where are the speakers?

Question 8.
Are you ready to go?
Do you have all your books?
Yes. Some of these books I'm returning are overdue, you know, then you'll have to pay a late
fine.

Where are the speakers going?

Question 9..
We'll be landing in Los Angeles soon.
I have to catch the connecting flight to Hawaii as soon as we land.
I believe that flight is leaving from gate 54. We're on time, so you'll be able to make your
connection.

Where does this conversation take place?

Question 10.

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This is a nice park. I should come here more often.

It's really close to the office. And it's a good place to take a walk.
Yes, it's good to get a little exercise, you should take more walks in the park.

Where are the speakers?

This is the end of Part A

Part B
Directions, you will hear a conversation. After the second listening there are incomplete
sentences and four possible options provided for each gap. Select the best option to complete
the sentence.
Now we will begin Part B.
You will hear an interview with Angela Morgan, who has recently flown around the world in a
helicopter.
Now we are ready to start. Listen carefully. You will hear the recording twice.
And today I'm talking to Angela Morgan. Angela, what made you decide to fly around the
world in a helicopter?
People often ask me why I decided to do it. But I'm surprised they don't ask why did you wait
so long? Because I'm 57 now, I'm sorry, I didn't do it years ago, because it was such a
wonderful experience. But the main purpose for going was to collect 500,000 pounds for Sick
Children by getting different companies to pay us money for each kilometer that we flew.
And now everyone calls you the flying grandmother.
Yes. The thing about growing older is that you don't feel any different inside. So you have to
do as much as you can while you can. I'm healthy and my own children have grown up, so I
was free to go.
And what about preparing for the trip?
Well, it took five months to plan. I was going to go with my husband, but he couldn't take time
off work. Instead, I made the trip with my flying teacher who became a great friend while she

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was teaching me to fly three years ago, I passed my flying test after two weeks, I found it quite
easy.
And what was the trip like?
It was really exciting flying over so many different countries. The only thing was that we weren't
able to spend much time sightseeing. Because we only stopped to get water and to camp. We
talked very little with us. But we did have tents and cooking things to us at night. We had to
spend two days in Thailand because of an engine problem. But that was the longest we spent
anywhere. Fortunately, nothing else went wrong. So we just kept on going after that.
What did you enjoy most about the trip?
The most wonderful thing about flying was seeing the differences in the countryside as we flew
across 26 countries in 97 days. We flew over oceans and close to mountains. Sometimes it was
quite frightening. But we didn't travel when it was dark. We spent several nights camping in the
desert, and the sky was just full of stars. I made a video of the trip. You'll see it in a minute.
Was there anything that you missed while you were away?
Well, to my surprise, I didn't miss going to work or going out to restaurants or films. The most
difficult thing was sitting still all the time. I normally play tennis and swim several times a week
so I started to feel very unfit. I missed hot water and proper showers sometimes too, but not as
much as I thought I was.

This is the end of Part B

Part C
Directions, you will hear a talk. After the second listening there are questions select the best
answer to each question
you will hear a recorded message about an arts festival.
Now we are ready to start. Listen carefully. You will hear the recording twice.

This is the arts festival box office. There is no one here to take your call, but do not hang up. As
further information follows.

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The festival begins on the 12th of may and continues to the 28th there are things happening in
several parts of the town itself and outside it.
At the Theatre Royal there will be a series of concerts, starting with jazz singer Elaine Del Mar
on the 12th of May.
George Melly brings his own special kind of jazz and fun to the theater on the 13th of May.
On Thursday, the 19th of May, there is the opera fast.
For classical music fans, the broadsky String Quartet appear on the 23rd of May.
There are also concerts at the Corn Exchange for people who prefer dance music. We have the
London All Stars steel band on Sunday, the 15th of May.
On Thursday, the 19th of May, we welcome back the Viennese gala orchestra, who are regular
performers at the festival.
Finally, also at the Corn Exchange, there will be a series of jazz concerts each Friday at one
o'clock.
During these lunchtime concerts, a bar will be open for the sale of wine and we are offering
free soft drinks. sandwiches will also be on sale.
Light meals can be bought in the restaurant afterwards.
There are various other musical performances in the cathedral and poetry readings in one of
the town's churches.
The Film Society has arranged to show a film of Mozart's opera Don Giovanni at the theater.
Our program has full details.
Ickworth house, just outside the town is joining in the festival as usual.
There is a guided walk around Ickworth park on Sunday the 15th which will last about two and
a half hours.
Also, on the 19th of May, we have a special concert of piano music given by Oliver Davis in the
beautiful Ickworth library.
The price of tickets includes coffee and biscuits and you are advised to book early as this is
always especially popular.
For more information, send for our festival program or visit the box office from 10am to 8pm,
Mondays to Fridays, or 12 to 8pm on Saturdays.

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bookings can be made in person, cash check or credit card

by post checks only. All by telephone credit cards only.
We also accept credit card bookings by fax on 0284706035 for these bookings, you must use
our booking form.
Thank you for calling.

This is the end of Part C

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Test 7
Part A
Directions. You will hear 10 conversations between two people. After the second listening of
each conversation, you will hear a question and there are four possible answers provided select
the best answer to each question.
Question 1,
There'll be 15 people at the meeting tomorrow morning, right?
Actually, Mr. Kim and his assistant will be there too. So 17.
The conference rooms too small for all those people. That only holds 10 people. The reading
rooms also too small.
At least it holds 16 people almost big enough. We'll need to use the cafeteria. Why don't you
reserve it this afternoon?

When will the meeting be held?

Question 2.
Marinas train is supposed to arrive at nine o'clock.
I call the station. It's delayed because of the snow.
I hear buses and cars aren't even moving.
They said her train would arrive at 1130. She'll miss the 10 o'clock meeting. We need some sun
or rain to melt this snow.

How is Marina traveling?

Question 3.

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You're leaving for a two week vacation on Monday. Didn't you just take a vacation last month?
No. I only take three vacations a year. Last month. I took a long weekend at the lake.
Are you going to the beach this time?
No. This time we're going on a cruise. I love being on the water.

Where will he spend his vacation?

Question 4.
Oh, look, they have shrimp on the menu. Only $11 that's not too expensive. You should try it.
I love shrimp. But I can't eat it. I'm allergic.
Do you like tuna? There's a tuna and rice special for only 17.50.
I'm going to try the spaghetti dinner. It's about the same price as the tuna $17. Why don't you
get that too?

Why doesn't the man order shrimp?

Question 5.
I'm going to the office supply store, the one between the post office and the bank. I need some
paper and file folders.
As long as you're going there. Could you pick up some marking pens for me? Buy looked in the
supply closet, and all we have left are pencils.Could you get a package of 25?
All right, I'll get you the pens, but I'll need some cash. $10 should be plenty.
There's 15, just to be sure.

Where is the woman going?

Question 6.

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We've changed the location of tomorrow's meeting. It'll be in conference room. 12.
Thanks for telling me. But I'm not going to be able to make it.
Really. Why didn't you tell me before?
I'm sorry. I just found out that I have to go out of town today. I'll be working home next week
at our New York office.

Why can't the man attend the meeting?

Question 7.
How did your doctor's appointment go?
It was fine. Except I got there a little late. I couldn't find a place to park the car.
That's annoying. You got some phone calls while you were out. I left the messages on your
door.
Thank you. Could you make three copies of these notes for me? Please? Put them on my desk
when you're done.

Who is the woman talking to?

Question 8.
Here we are 154 State Street. The fare comes to $9 and 15 cents.
That's a lot more than I expected. It wasn't a long ride.
We add 15% to all the fares after 10am.
Oh, I didn't know that. Well, here's $11 Keep the change.

Why is the fare higher than the man expected?

Question 9.

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Where's the waiter? We've been waiting for our food for over half an hour.
I know. They say the food at this restaurant is excellent. But I didn't know the service was so
slow.
Well, we may never get to taste the food. We have to leave here by eight if we want to get to
the concert on time.
Last time we were late. They made us wait in the hall until intermission. Remember, we had to
watch the concert on that little TV. I don't want to do that again.

What will they do next?

Question 10
You know, you used to get here on time every day when you drove your car. Now that you take
the bus, you're often late for work.
Yes, when I take the bus, it takes me an entire hour to get here. But it's a lot more relaxing than
driving.
But by car, it only took you 40 minutes. We could count on you to be at the office on time
every day. If you went back to driving.
Well, I have my cell phone. You can always call me if there's some emergency.

How long does the bus ride take?

This is the end of Part A

Part B
directions, you will hear a conversation. After the second listening there are incomplete
sentences and four possible options provided for each gap. Select the best option to complete
the sentence.
You will hear an English woman called Britta talking to an interviewer
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her life in Berlin, the capital of Germany.

Now we are ready to start. Listen carefully.
You will hear the recording twice.

Britta, your English, but you live in Berlin. Have you lived here for a long time?
Well, I was born in England, but I've lived in Germany for the past 20 years. I arrived in Berlin
about four years ago. Before that. I lived in Bonn for six years. But I work as a journalist. And
when the newspaper moved to Berlin, I moved with them. Were you pleased to come to Berlin?
Yes, I was. I was looking forward to being in a big city like Berlin. Bonn was quite a lot smaller.
So I love the busy atmosphere and all the cultural entertainments here, museums, theaters, and
so on. The only thing I don't like is the traffic. It's a bit noisy in the mornings. It wakes me up
about 630. But most days, I have to get up early anyway. Where do you live in Berlin? I have a
flat in the old part of the city. It's right in the center. And it's not too expensive. It costs me
about 500 pounds a month. My street is becoming very popular. There are lots of new art
galleries and small cafes and friendly restaurants everywhere. eating out in Berlin is fun, and it's
cheap. So it's something I do quite often.
How do you find transport in Berlin?
Or the transport system here is very good. So I have a tram and bus ticket. But in fact, most of
the time I cycle travel here is much cheaper than in other countries. I know. Perhaps that's why
people don't walk very much.
What do you like to do in Berlin at the weekends?
Well, I like art. So sometimes I go to one of the galleries. I have a nephew called Felipe he's
only three but he likes coming with me. He likes the cafe best I think. And it's a change from
going to the park. That's something he does very often. He usually comes up with me while his
parents go shopping.
Do you miss your friends and family in England?
I don't really miss England. Most of my friends are here. I don't see much of my work
colleagues socially. But I've got some very good friends who live in the same street as me. I
enjoy meeting people and I find Berlin is a very friendly city.
Thank you for talking to us Britta.

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This is the end of Part B.

Part C
directions. You will hear a talk. After the second listening. There are questions, select the best
answer to each question.
Now we will begin Part C.
You will hear a woman called Sarah talking to a group of people about her painting. Now we
are ready to start. Listen carefully. You will hear the recording twice.
Well, good evening, everyone. I've come along to talk to you about my painting. It was just a
hobby. But it's really more than that now. I used to paint in the evenings after work. But now I
work four days a week instead of five. That means I spend Friday, Saturday and Sunday on my
painting. I have pictures in local exhibitions at least once a month. I'd love to give up my job
and spend all my time painting. But I work with computers and I earn more that way. I did
make some money from selling my pictures, enough to pay for all my paint brushes and paper
and a few art lessons. I'd love to go to art college full time for three years. But I've got all the
rent on my flat to pay and the card around. I first became interested in art when I was at
primary school. I used to go out with some paper and a few pencils during break time and
draw anything I saw houses, gardens, people. Then at secondary school, we had art classes
twice a week. And I learned how to use chalk. And then different kinds of paint, watercolors,
oils, and so on. Those classes were really useful for me. And ever since then, I've had lessons of
some kind. I've attended evening classes, and been on what they call painting holidays, where
you go out into the countryside and paint during the day. And then sit and discuss your work
with a teacher and the other artists after dinner. Those holidays are great. You learn so much
talking to other people studying with you. I've enjoyed painting in lots of different countries.
I've been to Morocco, and Painted Desert scenes with beautiful sunrises. I've been to Greece
and Spain and painted pictures of the local people working in the fields near their homes. My
favorite place is still Scotland. I love walking in the Scottish mountains. And there are so many
different birds to see, especially in spring. Well, I'm going to finish now by showing you a video
of the places I visited. After that there'll be a chance to relax with a cup of coffee. And then
there'll be time for some questions. Oh, and I've got some information about my next art
exhibition for you. It's going to be at the Queen's gallery. Now if someone would turn off the
lights then.
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Test 8
Part A
Directions, you will hear 10 conversations between two people. After the second listening of
each conversation, you will hear a question and there are four possible answers provided select
the best answer to each question.
Question 1.
Look, I bought a new coat. It's by a famous designer. I forget who originally it was $1,525. But
now that winter is over. I got it on sale for only $700.
Really, but I liked your old one.
I did too. But it was too small. And this one is very stylish.
Well, the new ones nice. I like that green color. And it half off. It's a real bargain.

Why did the woman buy a new coat?

Question 2.
Mr. Kim's flight should get in at three. It left at 11 and it's a four hour flight.
Do you want me to get him at the airport in the car? Or will he take the subway?
He said he take the subway downtown. He'll go right to his hotel then meet us for dinner later
at the restaurant.
I hope he knows how to get to the restaurant from the hotel. If not, I guess he can always call
one of us on our cell phones and ask for directions.

Where will Mr. Kim probably meet the speakers tonight?

Question 3.

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Look, there's tuna on the menu. I've been craving tuna for a long time. Oh, but I see it's $35
Why does fish cost so much?
Well, it shouldn't cost that much. That's too expensive for seafood. Even if it is tuna. Maybe you
should try something else.
You're probably right. The shrimp sounds nice when the price is reasonable. I think I'll have that
instead.
Oh with lemon and garlic. That does sound good. I think I'll order the same.

What will the man get?

Question 4.
The train should be here in about five more minutes.
Good. I've been waiting half an hour. I was getting ready to walk.
Don't do that. It's too far. The train will be here soon.
I hope so. I don't like to get home at After Dark,
I know what you mean. Sometimes when I leave work, it's already dark out. It feels like I've
missed the whole day.

Where is the woman going?

Question 5.
Please send this envelope by express mail. It has to arrive as soon as possible.
All right. I'll do it before lunch. As soon as I finished typing this report. Do you mind telling me
what's in it?
You can take a look if you want. It's just a letter. And I haven't sealed it yet. Don't worry. It
doesn't contain any confidential information. The only reason I'm in a rush to get it out is that I
was supposed to send it last week. It's been sitting on my desk for days because I kept
forgetting to look up the address.
Oh, just a letter. Well, anyhow, don't worry about it. It'll get there by tomorrow morning.
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What is the woman doing now?

Questions 6.
Can we meet in my office on Tuesday morning?
I have a dentist appointment then. How about Wednesday?
I'll be at a conference all day. How about Thursday afternoon?
That will work out fine. I'll have my secretary send you photocopies of those contracts to look
at before we meet.
Great, that will save me from having to read them in front of you. I don't want to waste any of
your time.

Where will the speakers meet?

Question 7.
Did you hear that? Marc's starting a new job next week?
Yes. He told me. His old job just didn't pay him enough.
I know. He worked there for 13 years. And in all that time, they gave him only one or two raises.
He's lucky to have a new job then. But if I were he, I'd take a month's vacation before starting
it.

How long did he work at his old job?

Question 8.
Okay, you're sending this envelope to Chicago, right? Does it contain jewelry, cash or any other
valuables?
No, it's just photographs.
Fine. That'll be $7 for express mail or $3. Regular.

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I'll pay for Express. That doesn't include insurance, does it? I don't need insurance. They aren't
exactly originals.
No, it's Extra for insurance. We only recommend insuring packages with contents over $50.
Anything less than that isn't worth the trouble or expensive tracking.

How much would a woman have to pay?

Question 9.
What time would you like your wake up call tomorrow? Sir? Should I arrange it for 830? Again?
No. Make it 6:45. I have a breakfast meeting downstairs at seven. It doesn't take me much to
get ready in the morning.
All right. And would you like to order dinner in your room tonight? I could have Samuel bring
you up a copy of tonight's specials if you like,
No, thank you. That won't be necessary. I already ate a few hours ago. I'm going to go relax in
the pool now. I'll be down in a minute to pick up a towel.

What is the man going to do now?

Question 10.
Mrs. Davis hears everything The board has to say. Mrs. Davis called she says she won't be here
until 11.
Her train must have been delayed again.
I think so. Well, as long as she's here no later than one this afternoon.
Oh, yes. The meeting starts at one. She has to be here for that.
If for some reason she gets in later than one. We'll have to postpone the meeting until she
arrives. It's crucial that Mrs. Davis hears everything The board has to say.

Why will Mrs. Davis be late?

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This is the end of Part A

Part B
Directions, you will hear a conversation. After the second listening there are incomplete
sentences and four possible options provided for each gap. Select the best option to complete
the sentence.
You will hear a radio interview with a man who works on an international camp. Now we are
ready to start. Listen carefully. You will hear the recording twice.
Hi there. on last week's program, we interviewed the man behind the idea of the International
camps. So I thought that this week, you'd be interested to hear more about one of the camps,
which will be held later this year. Over to you, Michael, thank you.
Yes, the camp is open to everyone between the ages of 18 to 23. You don't have to be a
student. You don't even have to be employed. But you must be able to speak one foreign
language in addition to your mother tongue.
Okay. And what about accommodation?
Well, the International camp organizers supply tents, which sleeps up to four people. But you
are unlikely to know the people who you'll be sharing a tent with. The nationalities are mixed.
So you'll be sharing with people who may not even speak your language sounds interesting.
Who does the cooking at the camp?
everybody is expected to help with the running of the camp. That means helping to prepare
food, keeping the campsite clean and tidy and so on. The camp organizers are looking for
people who couldn't get along with others, whatever happens?
And is there anything you need to take?
Well, as I've said, tents are provided. But you'll need to bring your own pillow, knife, fork and
spoon. If you get chosen. You're also asked to bring along photographs, postcards, anything
that shows some of the traditions and customs of your own country. Everything goes into an
exhibition at the start of the camp, together with a huge map of the world showing the
different countries people come from.
And is there any entertainment?

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Yes, there is. Everyone helps to provide the camp entertainment. You are expected to sing
dance or play something musical. It doesn't matter how good or bad you are. There is a space
on the form to write down what you can do.
Sounds great fun. And what does it all cost?
Well, you have to find your own way to the camp. So it's up to you whether you fly cycle, walk,
hitchhike or whatever. The charge for a week's camp is $300. But you'll have to change that
into your own currency to get a better idea of the cost. You have to pay the full cost before you
arrive. But you can pay in any currency you want. Or you can use a credit card if you have one.
Right now for the phone number to ring its own one.
This is the end of Part B.

Part C
directions. You will hear a talk. After the second listening there are questions select the best
answer to each question.
Now we will begin Part C.
You will hear a man called Frank talking on the radio about looking for ships that sank at sea
long ago.
Now we are ready to start. Listen carefully. You will hear the recording twice.
Frank, tell us about some of the ships you've discovered.
Well, there's nothing quite like finding your first own ship. It was 300 years old. It was just lying
at the bottom of the sea. So it wasn't difficult to find. Most are covered in sand and rocks. But
this one wasn't. I'm actually a teacher and not a full time diver. I dive in my free time, but I
often get to them before the professional divers because I have good up to date equipment.
And other thing that helps is talking to fishermen who tell me about their local area. I've even
written a book about some of their experiences. At the moment, I'm looking for the gold from
a ship called the sea bird. It was an enormous well built ship. And it was coming from Australia
on a winter night in 1859. Everything was going fine until the ship reached the English coast
when it crashed into some rocks in a very strong wind and sank to the bottom of the sea. It was
carrying gold from Australia, and most of it is still at the bottom of the sea. My wedding ring is
actually made from gold, which I found on an 18th century sailing ship. A friend of mine,
another diver has already found 88,000 pounds worth of gold from different ships. He's now
decided to give up his job and become a full time diver. My house is full of things like coins,
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bottles, and old guns. My wife is always complaining about the number of objects around the
house. She says I should open an antique shop. But I love all these things. Anyway, in the end, I
gave some things from my collection to museums, because I didn't want to sell them. But my
wife still wasn't very pleased, I'm afraid as diving is a dangerous hobby. It's not a good idea to
try to teach yourself. I'd advise anyone interested to do what I did. There are some excellent
diving clubs like the one I joined, which run courses for beginners. It's best to do one of these
before you go on a diving holiday.

This is the end of Part C

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