Model Test 6 ~0~ LISTENING COMPREHENSION ──────────────────────────────────────────────────── Part I: Picture ~E1~ Directions: In your test book, you will see a picture. On the compact disc, you will hear four statements. Choose the statement that most closely matches the picture and fill in the corresponding oval on your answer sheet. 1. Look at the picture marked number 1 in your test book. (A) The man is looking in the window. √ (B) The books are under the window. (C) The man is cleaning the windows. (D) The man is purchasing a textbook. 2. Look at the picture marked number 2 in your test book. (A) The island is in the ocean. (B) There is water on the floor. (C) The bridges cross the river. √ (D) Traffic is tangled in the city. 3. Look at the picture marked number 3 in your test book. (A) The musicians are playing. √ (B) They must cancel the play. (C) The songbird is on the edge of his chair. (D) The players took notes. 4. Look at the picture marked number 4 in your test book. (A) The carpenter takes a drink. (B) The waiter is pouring water. √ (C) It's pouring down rain. (D) The waiter if filling an order. 5. Look at the picture marked number 5 in your test book. (A) The tubes transport liquids. (B) The wires cross in mid-air. (C) The worker is explaining the procedure. (D) The technician is on his knees. √ 6. Look at the picture marked number 6 in your test book. (A) The artist draws a portrait. √ (B) The magician does a trick. (C) The optician repairs his glasses. (D) The tailor stiches a suit. 7. Look at the picture marked number 7 in your test book. (A) Clouds of smoke come from the chimneys. √ (B) Their manners are being refined. (C) The plant is no longer in operation. (D) The clothes will be ironed by five o'clock. 8. Look at the picture marked number 8 in your test book. (A) The woman is playing chess. (B) The clerk completes the form. (C) The worker wears a mask. √ (D) The seamstress sews a dress. 9. Look at the picture marked number 9 in your test book. (A) The cruise ship set sail. (B) The race is close. (C) These boots are on sale. (D) The sailboat is in the harbor. √ 10. Look at the picture marked number 10 in your test book. (A) The announcer looks serene. (B) The speaker is using a microphone. √ (C) Everyone is singing in harmony. (D) The speaker is gesturing towards the chart. 11. Look at the picture marked number 11 in your test book. (A) The food sellers are sitting on the ground. √ (B) The supermarket has lots of produce. (C) The banana trees are on the hillside. (D) The cook chops the vegetables. 12. Look at the picture marked number 12 in your test book. (A) The pilot is approaching the helicopter. (B) The cops are on the beat. (C) A person is being rescued. √ (D) Investors are better off minimizing risk. 13. Look at the picture marked number 13 in your test book. (A) There assembly is done by robots. √ (B) The cars are stopped at the traffic light. (C) The car wash is very thorough. (D) The autos are displayed for sale. 14. Look at the picture marked number 14 in your test book. (A) There are two calculators on the desk. √ (B) The worker is collating papers. (C) The manager is sealing an envelope. (D) The printer copies the forms. 15. Look at the picture marked number 15 in your test book. (A) The truck is parked by the sign. √ (B) The park bench is under the tree. (C) The van is loaded with trash. (D) The driver is advised to stop. 16. Look at the picture marked number 16 in your test book. (A) The man is opening a newspaper. (B) The worker is wearing rubber gloves. √ (C) The painter is testing the temperature. (D) The worker is climbing a ladder. 17. Look at the picture marked number 17 in your test book. (A) She's cleaning her desk. (B) She's taking out a loan. (C) She's on the phone. √ (D) She's arranging her flowers. 18. Look at the picture marked number 18 in your test book. (A) The building are illuminated at night. √ (B) The electric power plant is by the river. (C) The store has lots of light bulbs. (D) Smokers are lighting up. 19. Look at the picture marked number 19 in your test book. (A) The customer shops for a table. (B) The woman dusts the furniture. √ (C) The mistake has already been made. (D) Patrons are milling in the lobby. 20. Look at the picture marked number 20 in your test book. (A) The rooms are very large. (B) The entrances have been cordoned. (C) The architects draw the plans. (D) The buildings are very modern. √ Part II: Question-Response ~E2~ Directions: On the compact disc, you will hear a question and three possible answers. Choose the answer that most closely answers the question and fill in the corresponding oval on your answer sheet. 21. Is this 237-1280? (A) No, you have the wrong number. √ (B) I was born in November. (C) I wear a smaller size. 22. What is your address? (A) The woman's dress is blue. (B) The adding machine is mine. (C) I live on Wilson Boulevard. √ 23. Who cleans the offices? (A) A cleaning company comes in at night. √ (B) The office is close. (C) His voice is awful. 24. Where did you leave your umbrella? (A) It's raining now. (B) Probably on the bus. √ (C) My leisure time is spent at home. 25. When did the electrician arrive? (A) The light bulb burnt out last night. (B) The generators are nuclear-powered. (C) He came around ten this morning. √ 26. Why didn't you put an ad in the newspaper? (A) They wrapped the food in paper. (B) That would have been a good idea. √ (C) I'll put the newspaper on the table. 27. How many times have you been to China? (A) Only once. √ (B) We bought several sets of dishes. (C) It's time to go. 28. Has the fax been sent? (A) Yes, it was sent this morning. √ (B) The facts were not checked. (C) The rent was paid on time. 29. Who developed the marketing plan? (A) The market sells vegetables. (B) Our sales staff. √ (C) The film was developed overnight. 30. When will you purchase a computer? (A) The purpose is for education. (B) The commuter train leaves at 6 AM. (C) When the prices go down. √ 31. What is the best season to visit? (A) There's only one reason. (B) I think summer is best. √ (C) The stock prices may fall. 32. Why were you late? (A) I'll eat when I'm hungry. (B) The date has not been set. (C) My watch was slow. √ 33. Which chair is more comfortable? (A) There are more coming. (B) The table by the window is wider. (C) I like this big, soft one. √ 34. How many years did you study English? (A) For six years in school. √ (B) I had several English books. (C) I will visit England next year. 35. Where is the post office? (A) It's across from the bank. √ (B) The letter was delivered to the office. (C) The postal workers are on duty. [...]... does the man want to do? (A) Buy a car (B) Cash a check √ (C) Open an account (D) Introduce himself (Lĩnh tiền bằng séc) 53 M: First we'll tour the museum, and then we'll see the plaza W: Will we get to go inside the houses along the plaza? M: No, I'm sorry They're not open to the public Why can't they see the housses? (A) They'll spend all their time in the museum (B) They're too crowded with the public... at the station? (A) The elevator is broken √ (B) The escalator isn't working (C) The stairway is closed (D) The exits are blocked 96 How has the problem been solved for passengers in need? (A) They can get a wheelchair (B) They can take a taxi (C) They can take a bus √ (D) They can get a refund 97 What does the announcer do at the end of the statement? (A) Thanks the passengers (B) Apologizes to the. .. your test book and answer it 93 Why should you go to this store? (A) The prices are low √ (B) The quality is high (C) The store is nearby (D) They're having a sale 94 What can you do if you need help? (A) Wait in line (B) Consult their design specialist √ (C) Go to another store (D) Ask your boss Questions 95 through 97 refer to the following announcement - Please be advised that the elevator from the. .. It's OK It won't take long to fix Why are they going to be late? (A) They're tired (B) They have a flat tire √ (C) They tried to fix it (D) They took too long to fix it 61 M: Welcome to the Museum of Contemporary Art W: Do you have guided tours? M: No, but here is a brochure, with a map and a description of each exhibit What did the man give the woman? (A) A brochure √ (B) A tour (C) A guide (D) An exhibit... the subway platform to the street level is not in service at this station Passengers with disabilities who are unable to use the escalators or stairs should stay on the train, exit at the next station, and use the elevators there Buses are available to take these passengers to their destinations We regret any inconvenience this may cause our passengers Now read question 95/96/97 in your test book and... got a lot of work to get done by five M: Aren't you stopping for lunch in the cafeteria? W: No, I'm going to eat a sandwich at my desk Why isn't the woman going to the cafeteria? (A) She's not having lunch (B) She'll have dinner at 5:00 (C) She's got too much work to do √ (D) She's going out for a sandwich 77 M: This letter needs to be in the mail by three W: The mailroom is on the way to my next meeting... doing the laundry Now read question 98/99/100 in your test book and answer it 98 Why is there a higher demand than usual? (A) The weather is hot (B) The weather is cold √ (C) New equipment uses more energy (D) High use of private autos in the city 99 What is the public asked to do? (A) Use less power √ (B) Take food to the poor (C) Take people to the hospital (D) Take public transportation 100 What is the. .. (C) They want to talk to the waiter (D) They had to wait to get in 79 M: I left my sunglasses at home W: That's too bad The sun is really bright today M: Maybe my hat will provide enough shade What did the man forget? (A) His hat (B) His son (C) His eyeglasses (D) His sunglasses √ 80 M: I need five gallons of gas, please W: Certainly Shall I check the oil, too? M: The oil is fine, but the windshield... refer to the following announcement - We will be happy to take your catalogue order by phone For faster ordering, complete the order form in the catalogue, including size, color, and item number Please have your credit card number handy Now read question 85/86 in your test book and answer it 85 What is the fastest way to order over the phone? (A) Look through the catalog (B) Fill out the order form... last week? W: Yes, but they aren't here yet M: Call the supplier and find out why the order is delayed What is the problem? (A) The supplies haven't arrived √ (B) The supplies were never ordered (C) The supplies are always late (D) The supplies weren't paid for 69 M: We used to have three dictionaries here What happened? W: People borrow them and forget to bring them back M: Maybe the manager can send . take long to fix. Why are they going to be late? (A) They're tired. (B) They have a flat tire. √ (C) They tried to fix it. (D) They took too long to fix it. 61. M: Welcome to the Museum. we'll tour the museum, and then we'll see the plaza. W: Will we get to go inside the houses along the plaza? M: No, I'm sorry. They're not open to the public. Why can't they. your test book and answer it. 85. What is the fastest way to order over the phone? (A) Look through the catalog. (B) Fill out the order form. √ (C) Give the item number. (D) Give them the