LISTENING TEST
In this section, you must demonstrate your ability to understand spoken English. This section is divided into four parts and will take approximately 45 minutes to complete. Do not mark the answers in your test book. Use the answer sheet that is provided separately.
PART 1
Directions: For each question, you will listen to four short statements about a picture in your test book. These statements will not be printed and will only be spoken one time. Select the statement that best describes what is happening in the picture and mark the corresponding letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on the answer sheet.
Sample Answer
(A) (B) (C) (D)
Example
The statement that best describes the picture is (B), “The man is sitting at the desk.” So, you should mark letter (B) on the answer sheet.
(A) He’s facing a closed window.
(B) He’s painting a portion of the wall.
(C) He’s repositioning a stepladder.
(D) He’s extending his arms upward.
(A) One of the women is cleaning a counter
(B) One of the women is filling plates with cupcakes.
(C) One of the women is lifting a cup.
(D) One of the women is taking baked goods out of a kitchen.
(A) A woman has her hand on a computer.
(B) They’re studying x-ray images.
(C) A man is turning on a screen.
(D) Some people are filing a document.
(A) She’s paying for some jewelry at a checkout.
(B) She’s trying on a necklace in a boutique.
(C) She’s carrying a handbag on her shoulder.
(D) She’s assembling one of the store shelves.
(A) Umbrellas have been unfolded above the tables.
(B) A cruise ship has stopped in the harbor.
(C) A set of patio furniture is being placed on a
vessel.
(D) Street lamps circle an outdoor dining area.
(A) A statue has been situated in a plaza.
(B) A group of people is sitting on the steps.
(C) A structure is being reflected in a window.
(D) A building is being constructed by a work crew.
PART 2
Directions: For each question, you will listen to a statement or question followed by three possible responses spoken in English. They will not be printed and will only be spoken one time. Select the best response and mark the corresponding letter (A), (B), or (C) on your answer sheet.
How many people are we expecting for our performances on Sunday?
(A) 100 for each show.
(B) They’ll be here at 8.
(C) We’ve performed it many times.
Brad, can you set up the dining room for a dinner?
(A) Yes, it was delicious.
(B) Not particularly.
(C) Sure, in a bit.
Who moved the boxes from the front door?
(A) i’m sure it’s in the back room.
(B) I’ll do it right after the snow stops,
(C) I saw Issac doing it this morning.
My medical check-up is at 4:40, but I won’t finish work until 5 today.
(A) At Queens Hospital.
(B) That’s a problem,
(C) You need to make sure you’re qualified.
Would you prefer to rent a sedan or a larger vehicle?
(A) I’ve run out of gas.
(B) The rental fee is negotiable,
(C) We require a van to fit everyone
Why has our director been out of the office all morning?
(A) Around seven o’clock.
(B) She’s attending a workshop.
(C) Yes, your directions were useful.
Does the cleaning service send us monthly bills?
(A) Yes, on the 1st.
(B) It’s fine to pay with a credit card.
(C) I spent $50 last month.
When do you want me to restock the shelves?
(A) No, I think it is on the bottom shelf.
(B) Before taking your lunch break.
(C) In the storage room.
How often do you go to Tokyo on business trips?
(A) It’s an event occurring in Tokyo.
(B) An agent will plan the trip.
(C) We no longer have a branch in that city.
Who should I submit my employment application to?
(A) The woman behind the reception desk.
(B) You should include a resume and cover letter.
(C) The position won’t be vacant for another two
Why don’t we ask the baker to recommend a high quality bread flour?
(A) No, we’ve already arrived.
(B) I bought some cakes.
(C) Yes, that would be helpful.
Would you organize the museum’s charity luncheon?
(A) We received a generous donation.
(B) It would be my pleasure.
(C) No, I don’t need a ride
You’ve reserved your seat for the concert already, haven’t you?
(A) I should be ready by 6 P.M.
(B) I’m going to do it now.
(C) No, it’ll be my first time playing there.
What is the company’s reason for recalling the vehicle?
(A) No, I didn’t receive a full refund.
(B) Consumers are reporting faulty brakes.
(C) They should be brought back to the store.
The conference on business strategies is going to be postponed.
(A) Across from the convention center.
(B) That strategy was very effective.
(C) Oh, I didn’t know that.
Where did you put our flight tickets to Vancouver?
(A) I left them in my desk drawer.
(B) We need to hurry to catch the flight.
(C) I made a reservation this morning.
Didn’t the guests in Suite 234 request room service?
(A) The kitchen staff will know.
(B) They have checked in.
(C) It’s bigger than I had expected.
Which shirts are currently on sale?
(A) Yes, 75 percent off.
(B) All of the ones on this rack.
(C) Let s go shopping at the Riverton Mall.
Why do you want to return this table?
(A) Thanks. I’ll exchange it later.
(B) My turn is coming up next.
(C) It’s too big for my living room.
I’ve decided which apartment I’m going to lease when I move to Madrid.
(A) I knew you were unhappy with your landlord.
(B) Great, that’s one major decision.
(C) They’re trying to sell their house.
When will we leave for the company picnic?
(A) At 10:45 this morning.
(B) I went to work yesterday.
(C) At the Central Park subway station.
Should we stay at the beach or head back to the hotel?
(A) Some extra beach towels.
(B) OK, if you’re done swimming.
(C) Let’s relax here a bit longer.
Hasn’t the technician fixed our network yet?
(A) We met him at the networking event.
(B) No, he’s still working on it.
(C) I’m glad we solved it together.
Do you know who the woman delivering the welcome address is?
(A) Yes, it was delivered to my home last week.
(B) Her name is Kate Wong, the event organizer.
(C) I think its on Seventeenth Street
The Boston Herald reports that the Eastwood Public Library is closed for renovations.
(A) Have you completed the report?
(B) I have to renew my card next month.
(C) Really? When will it reopen?
PART 3
Directions: In this part, you will listen to several conversations between two or more speakers. These conversations will not be printed and will only be spoken one time. For each conversation, you will be asked to answer three questions. Select the best response and mark the corresponding letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your answer sheet.
PART 4
Directions: In this part, you will listen to several short talks by a single speaker. These talks will not be printed and will only be spoken one time. For each talk, you will be asked to answer three questions. Select the best response and mark the corresponding letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your answer sheet.
READING TEST
In this section, you must demonstrate your ability to read and comprehend English. You will be given a variety of texts and asked to answer questions about these texts. This section is divided into three parts and will take 75 minutes to complete.
Do not mark the answers in your test book. Use the answer sheet that is separately provided.
PART 5
Directions: In each question, you will be asked to review a statement that is missing a word or phrase. Four answer choices will be provided for each statement. Select the best answer and mark the corresponding letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on the answer sheet.
PART 6
Directions: In this part, you will be asked to read four English texts. Each text is missing a word, phrase, or sentence. Select the answer choice that correctly completes the text and mark the corresponding letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on the answer sheet.
Questions 131-134 refer to the following notice.
PART 7
Directions: In this part, you will be asked to read several texts, such as advertisements, articles, instant messages, or examples of business correspondence. Each text is followed by several questions. Select the best answer and mark the corresponding letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your answer sheet.
Questions 147-148 refer to the following invitation.
Questions 149-150 refer to the following ticket.