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[ "W: You know I've often wondered why people laugh at the picture of a big belly businessman slipping on a banana skin and falling on his bottom. We are to feel sorry for them.", "M: Actually, Laura, I think we laugh because we are glad it didn't happen to us. But of course there is also a kind of humorous satisfaction in seeing somebody self-important making a fool of themselves.", "W: Yes, and there are a lot of jokes about people who are too fat or physically handicapped, you know, deaf, or short-sighted things like that. After all, it's not really funny to be like that.", "M: Oh, I think that's because we're embarrassed. We don't know how to cope with the situation. Perhaps we are even a bit frightened we may get like that, so we laugh.", "M: What about the custard pie routine?", "W: What do you mean 'custard pie routine'?", "M: You know, all those old films where someone gets so outraged with his boss, He picks up a custard pie and plasters it all over the other person's face.", "W: That never makes me laugh much, because you can guess what's going to happen. But a lot of people still find it laughable. It must because of the sort of the thing we'd all love to do once in a while and never quiet have the courage to.", "M: I had an old aunt who used to throw cups of tea at people when she was particularly irritated. She said it relieved her feelings.", "W: It must have come a bit expensive.", "M: Not really. She took care never to throw her best china." ]

[ "They themselves would like to do it but don't dare to.", "It's an opportunity for relieving their tension.", "It's a rare chance for them to see the boss lose face." ]

[ "W: You know I've often wondered why people laugh at the picture of a big belly businessman slipping on a banana skin and falling on his bottom. We are to feel sorry for them.", "M: Actually, Laura, I think we laugh because we are glad it didn't happen to us. But of course there is also a kind of humorous satisfaction in seeing somebody self-important making a fool of themselves.", "W: Yes, and there are a lot of jokes about people who are too fat or physically handicapped, you know, deaf, or short-sighted things like that. After all, it's not really funny to be like that.", "M: Oh, I think that's because we're embarrassed. We don't know how to cope with the situation. Perhaps we are even a bit frightened we may get like that, so we laugh.", "M: What about the custard pie routine?", "W: What do you mean 'custard pie routine'?", "M: You know, all those old films where someone gets so outraged with his boss, He picks up a custard pie and plasters it all over the other person's face.", "W: That never makes me laugh much, because you can guess what's going to happen. But a lot of people still find it laughable. It must because of the sort of the thing we'd all love to do once in a while and never quiet have the courage to.", "M: I had an old aunt who used to throw cups of tea at people when she was particularly irritated. She said it relieved her feelings.", "W: It must have come a bit expensive.", "M: Not really. She took care never to throw her best china." ]

[ "To irritate them.", "To teach them a lesson.", "To relieve her feelings." ]

[ "W: Excuse me. I'm looking for the textbooks for Germany course.", "M: I'm afraid they are out of stock. You'll have to order them. It will take the publisher five days to fly them to us." ]

[ "In a airplane company's office.", "In a university store.", "In Germany teacher's office." ]

[ "M: After having my hair cut, I'll go to the library.", "W: Please stop for some food on your way home, if you have time." ]

[ "Have his hair cut.", "Go to the library.", "Buy some food." ]

[ "W: Are you going home for the summer vacation?", "M: Well, Jane and I have decided to stay on here as research assistants." ]

[ "She'll be travelling during the vacation.", "She'll be working during the vacation.", "She's looking forward to going home." ]

[ "M: I have a three-week vacation coming up in a few months and I want to take a trip. But I don't really know where I want to go.", "W: Do you want to stay in this country, or would you prefer to go abroad?", "M: I think I'd like to visit a foreign country. I'm not interested in Africa, but any place else would be fine.", "W: Well, that leaves the Orient, the Middle East, South America, and Europe. Oh, and I almost forgot Australia. Are you interested in seeing anything in particular? Historical monuments? Museums? Or people?", "M: Monuments might be interesting, but museums are too stuffy. I think I'd like to see a little night life, too. If I'm going to spend lots of money on a trip, I don't want to be bored.", "W: It sounds as if you would do well to go to Europe - possibly to France, Spain or Italy. There are excellent hotels, so many interesting sights to see, plenty of night clubs.", "M: Say, how about \"Gay Paree\" in Paris? I could spend my whole vacation there and really have a good time, couldn't I? They say the night spots are really terrific!", "W: Well, you'd certainly have plenty of time to find out. And during the day you could do a little sightseeing." ]

[ "To get help deciding where to take his vacation.", "To visit his friends in Paris.", "To get information about Parisian night clubs." ]

[ "M: I have a three-week vacation coming up in a few months and I want to take a trip. But I don't really know where I want to go.", "W: Do you want to stay in this country, or would you prefer to go abroad?", "M: I think I'd like to visit a foreign country. I'm not interested in Africa, but any place else would be fine.", "W: Well, that leaves the Orient, the Middle East, South America, and Europe. Oh, and I almost forgot Australia. Are you interested in seeing anything in particular? Historical monuments? Museums? Or people?", "M: Monuments might be interesting, but museums are too stuffy. I think I'd like to see a little night life, too. If I'm going to spend lots of money on a trip, I don't want to be bored.", "W: It sounds as if you would do well to go to Europe - possibly to France, Spain or Italy. There are excellent hotels, so many interesting sights to see, plenty of night clubs.", "M: Say, how about \"Gay Paree\" in Paris? I could spend my whole vacation there and really have a good time, couldn't I? They say the night spots are really terrific!", "W: Well, you'd certainly have plenty of time to find out. And during the day you could do a little sightseeing." ]

[ "Museums.", "Italy.", "Night clubs." ]

[ "M: I have a three-week vacation coming up in a few months and I want to take a trip. But I don't really know where I want to go.", "W: Do you want to stay in this country, or would you prefer to go abroad?", "M: I think I'd like to visit a foreign country. I'm not interested in Africa, but any place else would be fine.", "W: Well, that leaves the Orient, the Middle East, South America, and Europe. Oh, and I almost forgot Australia. Are you interested in seeing anything in particular? Historical monuments? Museums? Or people?", "M: Monuments might be interesting, but museums are too stuffy. I think I'd like to see a little night life, too. If I'm going to spend lots of money on a trip, I don't want to be bored.", "W: It sounds as if you would do well to go to Europe - possibly to France, Spain or Italy. There are excellent hotels, so many interesting sights to see, plenty of night clubs.", "M: Say, how about \"Gay Paree\" in Paris? I could spend my whole vacation there and really have a good time, couldn't I? They say the night spots are really terrific!", "W: Well, you'd certainly have plenty of time to find out. And during the day you could do a little sightseeing." ]

[ "Africa.", "The Orient.", "Australia." ]

[ "M: I have a three-week vacation coming up in a few months and I want to take a trip. But I don't really know where I want to go.", "W: Do you want to stay in this country, or would you prefer to go abroad?", "M: I think I'd like to visit a foreign country. I'm not interested in Africa, but any place else would be fine.", "W: Well, that leaves the Orient, the Middle East, South America, and Europe. Oh, and I almost forgot Australia. Are you interested in seeing anything in particular? Historical monuments? Museums? Or people?", "M: Monuments might be interesting, but museums are too stuffy. I think I'd like to see a little night life, too. If I'm going to spend lots of money on a trip, I don't want to be bored.", "W: It sounds as if you would do well to go to Europe - possibly to France, Spain or Italy. There are excellent hotels, so many interesting sights to see, plenty of night clubs.", "M: Say, how about \"Gay Paree\" in Paris? I could spend my whole vacation there and really have a good time, couldn't I? They say the night spots are really terrific!", "W: Well, you'd certainly have plenty of time to find out. And during the day you could do a little sightseeing." ]

[ "In Italy.", "In several European countries.", "In France." ]

[ "M: I have to go to class because I have a test, but if I could, I'd go with you to the movie.", "W: That's too bad. I wish that you could come along." ]

[ "To class.", "To the movie.", "To the library." ]

[ "M: I can't believe so many people want to sign up for the Korea Development Conference. We will have to limit the registration.", "W: Yeah, otherwise we won't have room for the more." ]

[ "Limit the number of participants in the conference.", "Check the number of people who have registered.", "Provide people with advice on career development." ]

[ "M: Did you hear about the fire at the Department Store?", "W: Yes. It's reported that the building is in ruins.", "M: That's right. It went up like a matchbox. There was nothing they could do to save it." ]

[ "A fire.", "A matchbox.", "A rain." ]

[ "F: I wonder if I could possibly use your computer.", "M: Sure, go ahead." ]

[ "Yes.", "No.", "We are not sure." ]

[ "M: Laura, I ran into David today.", "W: Really? Did he say anything about his sister?", "M: Yes. She should be leaving London very soon because her husband has taken a job in Paris." ]

[ "She is living in Paris now.", "She is moving to Paris soon.", "She will leave her husband." ]

[ "M: What's the matter, Robin?", "W: I've been to the dentist. I can't go to school today." ]

[ "Robin is happy.", "Robin is sick.", "Robin is very well." ]

[ "W: Hi, Ben, we're having a party tonight. Do you want to come and join us? You can bring your girlfriend.", "M: Well, actually, Camilla and I are breaking up.", "W: What happened? Did you have an argument?", "M: No. She is really a very nice girl.", "W: Yeah, she is. She is pretty, caring, and easy-going. And she's a great cook!", "M: Well, you are right. But sometimes she's too caring... well, no... she's just possessive... and... a kind of control, you know... I need some space for myself.", "W: Oh? Did you talk with her about it?", "M: I've tried, but it didn't work.", "W: Oh, so, when are you going to tell her?", "M: Maybe tonight. I don't know. I don't know how to tell her.", "W: I know she is head over heels in love with you. She'll be badly hurt!", "M: I know." ]

[ "Have an argument.", "Tell the girl about the party.", "Talk to his girlfriend." ]

[ "W: Hi, Ben, we're having a party tonight. Do you want to come and join us? You can bring your girlfriend.", "M: Well, actually, Camilla and I are breaking up.", "W: What happened? Did you have an argument?", "M: No. She is really a very nice girl.", "W: Yeah, she is. She is pretty, caring, and easy-going. And she's a great cook!", "M: Well, you are right. But sometimes she's too caring... well, no... she's just possessive... and... a kind of control, you know... I need some space for myself.", "W: Oh? Did you talk with her about it?", "M: I've tried, but it didn't work.", "W: Oh, so, when are you going to tell her?", "M: Maybe tonight. I don't know. I don't know how to tell her.", "W: I know she is head over heels in love with you. She'll be badly hurt!", "M: I know." ]

[ "Very nice.", "Too caring.", "Rather possessive." ]

[ "W: Hi, Ben, we're having a party tonight. Do you want to come and join us? You can bring your girlfriend.", "M: Well, actually, Camilla and I are breaking up.", "W: What happened? Did you have an argument?", "M: No. She is really a very nice girl.", "W: Yeah, she is. She is pretty, caring, and easy-going. And she's a great cook!", "M: Well, you are right. But sometimes she's too caring... well, no... she's just possessive... and... a kind of control, you know... I need some space for myself.", "W: Oh? Did you talk with her about it?", "M: I've tried, but it didn't work.", "W: Oh, so, when are you going to tell her?", "M: Maybe tonight. I don't know. I don't know how to tell her.", "W: I know she is head over heels in love with you. She'll be badly hurt!", "M: I know." ]

[ "She is deep in love with Ben.", "She isn't going to the party.", "She is badly hurt." ]

[ "W: Could you please explain the homework for the next class?", "M: Sure. Pick out the important people during the French Revolution and write a passage about them." ]

[ "Husband and wife.", "Patient and nurse.", "Student and teacher." ]

[ "M: Bye! I'm going to school.", "W: Could you post these letters for me on your way?" ]

[ "She asked him the way.", "She asked him to post a few letters.", "She asked him to get some stamps for her." ]

[ "Man: Whew! It's pretty cold today.", "Woman: Yeah. My fingers are numb.", "Man: So, do you often ski here?", "Woman: No, this is my first time. Actually, this is my first time skiing ... ever.", "Man: So, how do you like it so far?", "Woman: The snow is great [ Yeah ...], but it's too crowded. You know, two people crashed into me on my first run, and some stupid skier was going way too fast ... drove me into some trees. [ Wow! ] I crashed and lost one of my gloves. [ Oh, man. ] Fortunately, I had an extra pair with me.", "Man: Wow. Well, did the woman stop and apologize?", "Woman: No, it was a man. I'm certain of it. He just ... he just laughed at me. Why do you think it was a woman, anyway?", "Man: Uh, well, no reason. I mean, well, you know.", "Woman: What? You know what?", "Man: Uh, uh, nothing.", "Woman: Yeah. You just wait until I find that guy.", "Man: Uh, well, what are you going to do to him, I mean, if you find him?", "Woman: First, I'm going to break his skis. [ Oh, well ... ] And then, I'm going to take his picture and post it on Facebook.", "Man: Uh, don't you think that's a little drastic? Perhaps, it was a simple mistake. And how are you going to identify him anyway?", "Woman: Oh, that's easy. He was wearing bright red boots and a purple hat ... um, just like yours. Heh, heh, heh ...", "Man: Now, now, now. Wait, wait! Yeah. What do you mean? [ Yeah ... ] Wait! Why are you looking at me? You don't think it was me, do you? ... Do you like jazz music?" ]

[ "has gone skiing many times", "doesn't have skiing experience", "skis once to twice a year" ]

[ "Man: Whew! It's pretty cold today.", "Woman: Yeah. My fingers are numb.", "Man: So, do you often ski here?", "Woman: No, this is my first time. Actually, this is my first time skiing ... ever.", "Man: So, how do you like it so far?", "Woman: The snow is great [ Yeah ...], but it's too crowded. You know, two people crashed into me on my first run, and some stupid skier was going way too fast ... drove me into some trees. [ Wow! ] I crashed and lost one of my gloves. [ Oh, man. ] Fortunately, I had an extra pair with me.", "Man: Wow. Well, did the woman stop and apologize?", "Woman: No, it was a man. I'm certain of it. He just ... he just laughed at me. Why do you think it was a woman, anyway?", "Man: Uh, well, no reason. I mean, well, you know.", "Woman: What? You know what?", "Man: Uh, uh, nothing.", "Woman: Yeah. You just wait until I find that guy.", "Man: Uh, well, what are you going to do to him, I mean, if you find him?", "Woman: First, I'm going to break his skis. [ Oh, well ... ] And then, I'm going to take his picture and post it on Facebook.", "Man: Uh, don't you think that's a little drastic? Perhaps, it was a simple mistake. And how are you going to identify him anyway?", "Woman: Oh, that's easy. He was wearing bright red boots and a purple hat ... um, just like yours. Heh, heh, heh ...", "Man: Now, now, now. Wait, wait! Yeah. What do you mean? [ Yeah ... ] Wait! Why are you looking at me? You don't think it was me, do you? ... Do you like jazz music?" ]

[ "very crowded", "somewhat icy", "nearly empty" ]

[ "Man: Whew! It's pretty cold today.", "Woman: Yeah. My fingers are numb.", "Man: So, do you often ski here?", "Woman: No, this is my first time. Actually, this is my first time skiing ... ever.", "Man: So, how do you like it so far?", "Woman: The snow is great [ Yeah ...], but it's too crowded. You know, two people crashed into me on my first run, and some stupid skier was going way too fast ... drove me into some trees. [ Wow! ] I crashed and lost one of my gloves. [ Oh, man. ] Fortunately, I had an extra pair with me.", "Man: Wow. Well, did the woman stop and apologize?", "Woman: No, it was a man. I'm certain of it. He just ... he just laughed at me. Why do you think it was a woman, anyway?", "Man: Uh, well, no reason. I mean, well, you know.", "Woman: What? You know what?", "Man: Uh, uh, nothing.", "Woman: Yeah. You just wait until I find that guy.", "Man: Uh, well, what are you going to do to him, I mean, if you find him?", "Woman: First, I'm going to break his skis. [ Oh, well ... ] And then, I'm going to take his picture and post it on Facebook.", "Man: Uh, don't you think that's a little drastic? Perhaps, it was a simple mistake. And how are you going to identify him anyway?", "Woman: Oh, that's easy. He was wearing bright red boots and a purple hat ... um, just like yours. Heh, heh, heh ...", "Man: Now, now, now. Wait, wait! Yeah. What do you mean? [ Yeah ... ] Wait! Why are you looking at me? You don't think it was me, do you? ... Do you like jazz music?" ]

[ "drove into the woman", "forced her into the trees", "stole her new purple gloves" ]

[ "Man: Whew! It's pretty cold today.", "Woman: Yeah. My fingers are numb.", "Man: So, do you often ski here?", "Woman: No, this is my first time. Actually, this is my first time skiing ... ever.", "Man: So, how do you like it so far?", "Woman: The snow is great [ Yeah ...], but it's too crowded. You know, two people crashed into me on my first run, and some stupid skier was going way too fast ... drove me into some trees. [ Wow! ] I crashed and lost one of my gloves. [ Oh, man. ] Fortunately, I had an extra pair with me.", "Man: Wow. Well, did the woman stop and apologize?", "Woman: No, it was a man. I'm certain of it. He just ... he just laughed at me. Why do you think it was a woman, anyway?", "Man: Uh, well, no reason. I mean, well, you know.", "Woman: What? You know what?", "Man: Uh, uh, nothing.", "Woman: Yeah. You just wait until I find that guy.", "Man: Uh, well, what are you going to do to him, I mean, if you find him?", "Woman: First, I'm going to break his skis. [ Oh, well ... ] And then, I'm going to take his picture and post it on Facebook.", "Man: Uh, don't you think that's a little drastic? Perhaps, it was a simple mistake. And how are you going to identify him anyway?", "Woman: Oh, that's easy. He was wearing bright red boots and a purple hat ... um, just like yours. Heh, heh, heh ...", "Man: Now, now, now. Wait, wait! Yeah. What do you mean? [ Yeah ... ] Wait! Why are you looking at me? You don't think it was me, do you? ... Do you like jazz music?" ]

[ "break his face, arm, and legs", "show his face on social media", "hit the person in the head with a book" ]

[ "Man: Whew! It's pretty cold today.", "Woman: Yeah. My fingers are numb.", "Man: So, do you often ski here?", "Woman: No, this is my first time. Actually, this is my first time skiing ... ever.", "Man: So, how do you like it so far?", "Woman: The snow is great [ Yeah ...], but it's too crowded. You know, two people crashed into me on my first run, and some stupid skier was going way too fast ... drove me into some trees. [ Wow! ] I crashed and lost one of my gloves. [ Oh, man. ] Fortunately, I had an extra pair with me.", "Man: Wow. Well, did the woman stop and apologize?", "Woman: No, it was a man. I'm certain of it. He just ... he just laughed at me. Why do you think it was a woman, anyway?", "Man: Uh, well, no reason. I mean, well, you know.", "Woman: What? You know what?", "Man: Uh, uh, nothing.", "Woman: Yeah. You just wait until I find that guy.", "Man: Uh, well, what are you going to do to him, I mean, if you find him?", "Woman: First, I'm going to break his skis. [ Oh, well ... ] And then, I'm going to take his picture and post it on Facebook.", "Man: Uh, don't you think that's a little drastic? Perhaps, it was a simple mistake. And how are you going to identify him anyway?", "Woman: Oh, that's easy. He was wearing bright red boots and a purple hat ... um, just like yours. Heh, heh, heh ...", "Man: Now, now, now. Wait, wait! Yeah. What do you mean? [ Yeah ... ] Wait! Why are you looking at me? You don't think it was me, do you? ... Do you like jazz music?" ]

[ "hair and eyes", "crazy laugh", "clothing" ]

[ "W: If I were ten years younger, I would have got the job.", "M: Right. They think young girls can do the job better." ]

[ "She is not old enough.", "She is not good at the job.", "She is no longer young." ]

[ "M: Good morning, ma'am. Can I help you?", "W: Yes. I have some wool pants that need to be cleaned. I spilled wine on them at a restaurant. I really hope they are not ruined." ]

[ "At a clothing store.", "At a laundry.", "At a restaurant." ]

[ "W: Do you live very far from your school?", "M: About 8 kilometers, but it doesn't seem very far, there is much traffic along this road. It's great to go by bike." ]

[ "Happy.", "Tired.", "Worried." ]

[ "W: Hi, Mark. How was your summer vacation?", "M: I worked at a restaurant the whole vacation. It was an exciting experience and I also made enough money for the next term. What did you do in your summer vacation?", "W: I attended some classes because I fell behind the others last term. I wanted to catch up with them.", "M: You are great. So have you seen David?", "W: He dropped out of school completely.", "M: Really? Why? I haven't seen him for several months.", "W: He worked at a good company as an assistant and since he did well, they asked him if he wanted to work full time.", "M: Wow. He's so lucky. He doesn't have a degree and he already has a job.", "W: It sounds good now, but I wouldn't have done that. I want a degree." ]

[ "He worked at a restaurant.", "He attended some classes.", "He traveled around the world." ]

[ "W: Hi, Mark. How was your summer vacation?", "M: I worked at a restaurant the whole vacation. It was an exciting experience and I also made enough money for the next term. What did you do in your summer vacation?", "W: I attended some classes because I fell behind the others last term. I wanted to catch up with them.", "M: You are great. So have you seen David?", "W: He dropped out of school completely.", "M: Really? Why? I haven't seen him for several months.", "W: He worked at a good company as an assistant and since he did well, they asked him if he wanted to work full time.", "M: Wow. He's so lucky. He doesn't have a degree and he already has a job.", "W: It sounds good now, but I wouldn't have done that. I want a degree." ]

[ "The man works at a good company now.", "The woman would rather get a degree than work.", "The woman doesn't want to go to school." ]

[ "M: Hello. Are you the person who has a house for sale?", "W: Yes, I am.", "M: Well, the advertisement says it has four bedrooms and three bathrooms, just what I need for my family of six. May I ask how much you want for it?", "W: I prefer not to talk about the price on the phone, but let's say it's around 150,000 dollars. I would also require 40,000 dollars to be paid at the time of buying. Why don't you come by and take a look?", "M: Well, I'm not sure whether I can afford such a payment of 40,000 dollars at once. But I guess it won't hurt to see the house. If you can tell me how to get to your place from South Florida Street, my wife and I will be coming." ]

[ "From an advertisement.", "From his friend.", "From the owner." ]

[ "M: Hello. Are you the person who has a house for sale?", "W: Yes, I am.", "M: Well, the advertisement says it has four bedrooms and three bathrooms, just what I need for my family of six. May I ask how much you want for it?", "W: I prefer not to talk about the price on the phone, but let's say it's around 150,000 dollars. I would also require 40,000 dollars to be paid at the time of buying. Why don't you come by and take a look?", "M: Well, I'm not sure whether I can afford such a payment of 40,000 dollars at once. But I guess it won't hurt to see the house. If you can tell me how to get to your place from South Florida Street, my wife and I will be coming." ]

[ "The man decides to buy the house.", "The house is in South Florida Street.", "The house suits the man's family." ]

[ "W: Excuse me, is this 1660 Eighth Street?", "M: No, it's 6014 Eleventh Street." ]

[ "1060 English Street.", "6014 Eleventh Street.", "1660 Eighth Street." ]

[ "M: Mary, you know I've been thinking about applying for a job in Germany. Well, I've got the details about different jobs and I'd like your opinion about which would be the best one to go for.", "F: Where are the jobs?", "M: One's in Munich, one's in Frankfurt and the other one's in Hamburg.", "F: Munich's supposed to be a very nice place.", "M: Yes it is, and it's also in a beautiful part of Germany, not far from the Alias.", "F: That would be great for the kids--they'd love to be able to go skiing at weekends!", "M: But, one problem with Munich is that it's growing very fast. That means the cost of living will probably be very high.", "F: It's a higher salary than the job in Frankfurt but lower than the one in Hamburg. The Hamburg job has the most responsibility. From the point of view of career progression that would probably be the best job for me.", "F: Hamburg's the closest to Britain, too, so it would be easy to come back for long weekends and holidays.", "M: That's right, and there's a regular ferry service which would save quite a bit on fares.", "F: What about the cost of living in Germany as a whole? How does it compare with Britain?", "M: Well, it's definitely higher than over here, but salaries are substantially higher, so we'd certainly be better off than we are now.", "F: And what about accommodation?", "M: Well, actually, flats are much cheaper to rent in towns like Munich, Frankfurt and Hamburg than they are here in London, so we'd be able to afford to live in a nice, spacious flat, I'd think.", "F: Mmm, that'd be nice! And do you know what the cultural facilities are like in these cities?", "M: In fact, they're quite good in all three. But, of course, Munich has an international reputation as a cultural center.", "F: Another thing we'll have to consider, of course, are the educational possibilities. How long would you want to go to Germany for?", "M: I think a maximum of five years. I think working overseas will be good for my career and, of course, it'd be a good experience for you and the kids, too!", "F: So we'd be there long enough to enable John to complete a university course.", "M: Well, yes we would, unless of course he preferred to go to a university in the UK. But, yes, if he did want to go to university in Germany, there'd be no problem as each of those cities have their own universities. Munich, in fact, has the second largest university in Germany.", "F: Well, it seems to me the choice must be between Hamburg and Munch. Hamburg has the advantage of being the closest to Britain, so coming home would be relatively easy and inexpensive. Munich, on the other hand, sounds like the most interesting place from a cultural point of view.", "M: I agree with you. Personally, I favor Munich because it's so near to the Alps. We all like sliding and we could go skiing at weekends in the winter.", "F: I think you're right. I had thought Hamburg might be preferable because it's the closest to Britain. But we'll only be abroad for five years, and if we're going to be away, let's choose the most attractive place we can.", "M: Right. That's agreed. Now all I have to do is get the job!" ]

[ "The comparison in costs of living between different countries.", "The advantages and disadvantages of working in different places.", "Where to spend their forthcoming holidays." ]

[ "M: Mary, you know I've been thinking about applying for a job in Germany. Well, I've got the details about different jobs and I'd like your opinion about which would be the best one to go for.", "F: Where are the jobs?", "M: One's in Munich, one's in Frankfurt and the other one's in Hamburg.", "F: Munich's supposed to be a very nice place.", "M: Yes it is, and it's also in a beautiful part of Germany, not far from the Alias.", "F: That would be great for the kids--they'd love to be able to go skiing at weekends!", "M: But, one problem with Munich is that it's growing very fast. That means the cost of living will probably be very high.", "F: It's a higher salary than the job in Frankfurt but lower than the one in Hamburg. The Hamburg job has the most responsibility. From the point of view of career progression that would probably be the best job for me.", "F: Hamburg's the closest to Britain, too, so it would be easy to come back for long weekends and holidays.", "M: That's right, and there's a regular ferry service which would save quite a bit on fares.", "F: What about the cost of living in Germany as a whole? How does it compare with Britain?", "M: Well, it's definitely higher than over here, but salaries are substantially higher, so we'd certainly be better off than we are now.", "F: And what about accommodation?", "M: Well, actually, flats are much cheaper to rent in towns like Munich, Frankfurt and Hamburg than they are here in London, so we'd be able to afford to live in a nice, spacious flat, I'd think.", "F: Mmm, that'd be nice! And do you know what the cultural facilities are like in these cities?", "M: In fact, they're quite good in all three. But, of course, Munich has an international reputation as a cultural center.", "F: Another thing we'll have to consider, of course, are the educational possibilities. How long would you want to go to Germany for?", "M: I think a maximum of five years. I think working overseas will be good for my career and, of course, it'd be a good experience for you and the kids, too!", "F: So we'd be there long enough to enable John to complete a university course.", "M: Well, yes we would, unless of course he preferred to go to a university in the UK. But, yes, if he did want to go to university in Germany, there'd be no problem as each of those cities have their own universities. Munich, in fact, has the second largest university in Germany.", "F: Well, it seems to me the choice must be between Hamburg and Munch. Hamburg has the advantage of being the closest to Britain, so coming home would be relatively easy and inexpensive. Munich, on the other hand, sounds like the most interesting place from a cultural point of view.", "M: I agree with you. Personally, I favor Munich because it's so near to the Alps. We all like sliding and we could go skiing at weekends in the winter.", "F: I think you're right. I had thought Hamburg might be preferable because it's the closest to Britain. But we'll only be abroad for five years, and if we're going to be away, let's choose the most attractive place we can.", "M: Right. That's agreed. Now all I have to do is get the job!" ]

[ "Hamburg.", "Frankfurt.", "Berlin." ]

[ "M: Mary, you know I've been thinking about applying for a job in Germany. Well, I've got the details about different jobs and I'd like your opinion about which would be the best one to go for.", "F: Where are the jobs?", "M: One's in Munich, one's in Frankfurt and the other one's in Hamburg.", "F: Munich's supposed to be a very nice place.", "M: Yes it is, and it's also in a beautiful part of Germany, not far from the Alias.", "F: That would be great for the kids--they'd love to be able to go skiing at weekends!", "M: But, one problem with Munich is that it's growing very fast. That means the cost of living will probably be very high.", "F: It's a higher salary than the job in Frankfurt but lower than the one in Hamburg. The Hamburg job has the most responsibility. From the point of view of career progression that would probably be the best job for me.", "F: Hamburg's the closest to Britain, too, so it would be easy to come back for long weekends and holidays.", "M: That's right, and there's a regular ferry service which would save quite a bit on fares.", "F: What about the cost of living in Germany as a whole? How does it compare with Britain?", "M: Well, it's definitely higher than over here, but salaries are substantially higher, so we'd certainly be better off than we are now.", "F: And what about accommodation?", "M: Well, actually, flats are much cheaper to rent in towns like Munich, Frankfurt and Hamburg than they are here in London, so we'd be able to afford to live in a nice, spacious flat, I'd think.", "F: Mmm, that'd be nice! And do you know what the cultural facilities are like in these cities?", "M: In fact, they're quite good in all three. But, of course, Munich has an international reputation as a cultural center.", "F: Another thing we'll have to consider, of course, are the educational possibilities. How long would you want to go to Germany for?", "M: I think a maximum of five years. I think working overseas will be good for my career and, of course, it'd be a good experience for you and the kids, too!", "F: So we'd be there long enough to enable John to complete a university course.", "M: Well, yes we would, unless of course he preferred to go to a university in the UK. But, yes, if he did want to go to university in Germany, there'd be no problem as each of those cities have their own universities. Munich, in fact, has the second largest university in Germany.", "F: Well, it seems to me the choice must be between Hamburg and Munch. Hamburg has the advantage of being the closest to Britain, so coming home would be relatively easy and inexpensive. Munich, on the other hand, sounds like the most interesting place from a cultural point of view.", "M: I agree with you. Personally, I favor Munich because it's so near to the Alps. We all like sliding and we could go skiing at weekends in the winter.", "F: I think you're right. I had thought Hamburg might be preferable because it's the closest to Britain. But we'll only be abroad for five years, and if we're going to be away, let's choose the most attractive place we can.", "M: Right. That's agreed. Now all I have to do is get the job!" ]

[ "It is the highest.", "It is the lowest.", "It comes in between the other two jobs." ]

[ "M: Mary, you know I've been thinking about applying for a job in Germany. Well, I've got the details about different jobs and I'd like your opinion about which would be the best one to go for.", "F: Where are the jobs?", "M: One's in Munich, one's in Frankfurt and the other one's in Hamburg.", "F: Munich's supposed to be a very nice place.", "M: Yes it is, and it's also in a beautiful part of Germany, not far from the Alias.", "F: That would be great for the kids--they'd love to be able to go skiing at weekends!", "M: But, one problem with Munich is that it's growing very fast. That means the cost of living will probably be very high.", "F: It's a higher salary than the job in Frankfurt but lower than the one in Hamburg. The Hamburg job has the most responsibility. From the point of view of career progression that would probably be the best job for me.", "F: Hamburg's the closest to Britain, too, so it would be easy to come back for long weekends and holidays.", "M: That's right, and there's a regular ferry service which would save quite a bit on fares.", "F: What about the cost of living in Germany as a whole? How does it compare with Britain?", "M: Well, it's definitely higher than over here, but salaries are substantially higher, so we'd certainly be better off than we are now.", "F: And what about accommodation?", "M: Well, actually, flats are much cheaper to rent in towns like Munich, Frankfurt and Hamburg than they are here in London, so we'd be able to afford to live in a nice, spacious flat, I'd think.", "F: Mmm, that'd be nice! And do you know what the cultural facilities are like in these cities?", "M: In fact, they're quite good in all three. But, of course, Munich has an international reputation as a cultural center.", "F: Another thing we'll have to consider, of course, are the educational possibilities. How long would you want to go to Germany for?", "M: I think a maximum of five years. I think working overseas will be good for my career and, of course, it'd be a good experience for you and the kids, too!", "F: So we'd be there long enough to enable John to complete a university course.", "M: Well, yes we would, unless of course he preferred to go to a university in the UK. But, yes, if he did want to go to university in Germany, there'd be no problem as each of those cities have their own universities. Munich, in fact, has the second largest university in Germany.", "F: Well, it seems to me the choice must be between Hamburg and Munch. Hamburg has the advantage of being the closest to Britain, so coming home would be relatively easy and inexpensive. Munich, on the other hand, sounds like the most interesting place from a cultural point of view.", "M: I agree with you. Personally, I favor Munich because it's so near to the Alps. We all like sliding and we could go skiing at weekends in the winter.", "F: I think you're right. I had thought Hamburg might be preferable because it's the closest to Britain. But we'll only be abroad for five years, and if we're going to be away, let's choose the most attractive place we can.", "M: Right. That's agreed. Now all I have to do is get the job!" ]

[ "One year.", "Around two years.", "No more than five years." ]

[ "M: Mary, you know I've been thinking about applying for a job in Germany. Well, I've got the details about different jobs and I'd like your opinion about which would be the best one to go for.", "F: Where are the jobs?", "M: One's in Munich, one's in Frankfurt and the other one's in Hamburg.", "F: Munich's supposed to be a very nice place.", "M: Yes it is, and it's also in a beautiful part of Germany, not far from the Alias.", "F: That would be great for the kids--they'd love to be able to go skiing at weekends!", "M: But, one problem with Munich is that it's growing very fast. That means the cost of living will probably be very high.", "F: It's a higher salary than the job in Frankfurt but lower than the one in Hamburg. The Hamburg job has the most responsibility. From the point of view of career progression that would probably be the best job for me.", "F: Hamburg's the closest to Britain, too, so it would be easy to come back for long weekends and holidays.", "M: That's right, and there's a regular ferry service which would save quite a bit on fares.", "F: What about the cost of living in Germany as a whole? How does it compare with Britain?", "M: Well, it's definitely higher than over here, but salaries are substantially higher, so we'd certainly be better off than we are now.", "F: And what about accommodation?", "M: Well, actually, flats are much cheaper to rent in towns like Munich, Frankfurt and Hamburg than they are here in London, so we'd be able to afford to live in a nice, spacious flat, I'd think.", "F: Mmm, that'd be nice! And do you know what the cultural facilities are like in these cities?", "M: In fact, they're quite good in all three. But, of course, Munich has an international reputation as a cultural center.", "F: Another thing we'll have to consider, of course, are the educational possibilities. How long would you want to go to Germany for?", "M: I think a maximum of five years. I think working overseas will be good for my career and, of course, it'd be a good experience for you and the kids, too!", "F: So we'd be there long enough to enable John to complete a university course.", "M: Well, yes we would, unless of course he preferred to go to a university in the UK. But, yes, if he did want to go to university in Germany, there'd be no problem as each of those cities have their own universities. Munich, in fact, has the second largest university in Germany.", "F: Well, it seems to me the choice must be between Hamburg and Munch. Hamburg has the advantage of being the closest to Britain, so coming home would be relatively easy and inexpensive. Munich, on the other hand, sounds like the most interesting place from a cultural point of view.", "M: I agree with you. Personally, I favor Munich because it's so near to the Alps. We all like sliding and we could go skiing at weekends in the winter.", "F: I think you're right. I had thought Hamburg might be preferable because it's the closest to Britain. But we'll only be abroad for five years, and if we're going to be away, let's choose the most attractive place we can.", "M: Right. That's agreed. Now all I have to do is get the job!" ]

[ "The cost of living in Germany is approximately the same as in Britain.", "They agree that Munich would be the best city to live in.", "The Frankfurt job will help the man's career most." ]

[ "W: We've all heard the saying \"Laughter is the best medicine.\" How important is it to our health, Dr. Berk?", "M: This saying has been scientifically proven! A year-long study of heart attack victims done at the Oakhurst Health Research Institute in California found that of those patients who spent half an hour a day watching comedy videos, 10 percent had a second heart attack, whereas 30 percent of those who did not watch had a second attack.", "W: Wow! Laughter is really a good medicine to patients. Can you give us another example?", "M: Sure! Norman Cousins, editor of the Saturday Review, learned this during a battle with an illness. He discovered that his condition improved when he enjoyed himself and watched funny movies.", "W: You said Norman learned this? Do we have to learn to laugh?", "M: Not necessarily. Since laughing is something people can do sitting down, costs no money, and requires no special exercise equipment or skill, it's the perfect workout for anyone who doesn't have the time or desire to participate in a regular fitness program.", "W: Oh. Do you have such a program to offer to the general public?", "M: Yes, we do. It's called the Smile Time-Out. You take a deep breath, smile, exhale, and say \"Aaah\" while visualizing all your muscles and cells smiling. Then add to that a memory of a time you felt really good and laughed and laughed.", "W: What about the situation in which you aren't in a mood to laugh?", "M: Even when you fake a smile or laugh, you get the same physiological benefits as when it's the real thing, because your mind is smart, but your body is stupid and can't tell the difference!" ]

[ "Health conditions improve with time spent watching healthy programs.", "Comedy videos can cure most people of chronic heart attacks.", "Chances of having heart attacks reduce with those amused daily." ]

[ "W: We've all heard the saying \"Laughter is the best medicine.\" How important is it to our health, Dr. Berk?", "M: This saying has been scientifically proven! A year-long study of heart attack victims done at the Oakhurst Health Research Institute in California found that of those patients who spent half an hour a day watching comedy videos, 10 percent had a second heart attack, whereas 30 percent of those who did not watch had a second attack.", "W: Wow! Laughter is really a good medicine to patients. Can you give us another example?", "M: Sure! Norman Cousins, editor of the Saturday Review, learned this during a battle with an illness. He discovered that his condition improved when he enjoyed himself and watched funny movies.", "W: You said Norman learned this? Do we have to learn to laugh?", "M: Not necessarily. Since laughing is something people can do sitting down, costs no money, and requires no special exercise equipment or skill, it's the perfect workout for anyone who doesn't have the time or desire to participate in a regular fitness program.", "W: Oh. Do you have such a program to offer to the general public?", "M: Yes, we do. It's called the Smile Time-Out. You take a deep breath, smile, exhale, and say \"Aaah\" while visualizing all your muscles and cells smiling. Then add to that a memory of a time you felt really good and laughed and laughed.", "W: What about the situation in which you aren't in a mood to laugh?", "M: Even when you fake a smile or laugh, you get the same physiological benefits as when it's the real thing, because your mind is smart, but your body is stupid and can't tell the difference!" ]

[ "Laughing is a learned behavior.", "Laughing is a good medicine to patients.", "Laughing is easier than battling with an illness." ]

[ "W: We've all heard the saying \"Laughter is the best medicine.\" How important is it to our health, Dr. Berk?", "M: This saying has been scientifically proven! A year-long study of heart attack victims done at the Oakhurst Health Research Institute in California found that of those patients who spent half an hour a day watching comedy videos, 10 percent had a second heart attack, whereas 30 percent of those who did not watch had a second attack.", "W: Wow! Laughter is really a good medicine to patients. Can you give us another example?", "M: Sure! Norman Cousins, editor of the Saturday Review, learned this during a battle with an illness. He discovered that his condition improved when he enjoyed himself and watched funny movies.", "W: You said Norman learned this? Do we have to learn to laugh?", "M: Not necessarily. Since laughing is something people can do sitting down, costs no money, and requires no special exercise equipment or skill, it's the perfect workout for anyone who doesn't have the time or desire to participate in a regular fitness program.", "W: Oh. Do you have such a program to offer to the general public?", "M: Yes, we do. It's called the Smile Time-Out. You take a deep breath, smile, exhale, and say \"Aaah\" while visualizing all your muscles and cells smiling. Then add to that a memory of a time you felt really good and laughed and laughed.", "W: What about the situation in which you aren't in a mood to laugh?", "M: Even when you fake a smile or laugh, you get the same physiological benefits as when it's the real thing, because your mind is smart, but your body is stupid and can't tell the difference!" ]

[ "A fitness program offered to the general public.", "A physical exercise to build up muscles.", "A program that makes people keep laughing." ]

[ "W: We've all heard the saying \"Laughter is the best medicine.\" How important is it to our health, Dr. Berk?", "M: This saying has been scientifically proven! A year-long study of heart attack victims done at the Oakhurst Health Research Institute in California found that of those patients who spent half an hour a day watching comedy videos, 10 percent had a second heart attack, whereas 30 percent of those who did not watch had a second attack.", "W: Wow! Laughter is really a good medicine to patients. Can you give us another example?", "M: Sure! Norman Cousins, editor of the Saturday Review, learned this during a battle with an illness. He discovered that his condition improved when he enjoyed himself and watched funny movies.", "W: You said Norman learned this? Do we have to learn to laugh?", "M: Not necessarily. Since laughing is something people can do sitting down, costs no money, and requires no special exercise equipment or skill, it's the perfect workout for anyone who doesn't have the time or desire to participate in a regular fitness program.", "W: Oh. Do you have such a program to offer to the general public?", "M: Yes, we do. It's called the Smile Time-Out. You take a deep breath, smile, exhale, and say \"Aaah\" while visualizing all your muscles and cells smiling. Then add to that a memory of a time you felt really good and laughed and laughed.", "W: What about the situation in which you aren't in a mood to laugh?", "M: Even when you fake a smile or laugh, you get the same physiological benefits as when it's the real thing, because your mind is smart, but your body is stupid and can't tell the difference!" ]

[ "Even a fake one can benefit people physiologically just as well as a real one.", "You can't fool your body by pretending to be happy.", "A smart mind can't tell the difference between a fake one and a real one." ]

[ "W: Now, Mr. Sun, did you see the accident clearly?", "M: Oh, yes. I was standing outside the post office.", "W: Can you remember what time it happened?", "M: Yes, it was 4:25 by my watch.", "W: Good. Now, was the truck going fast?", "M: Yes. Well, perhaps the driver thought the traffic lights were going to change to green. But they were red.", "W: Are you sure, Mr. Sun?", "M: Yes, absolutely sure.", "W: Well, thanks a lot, Mr. Sun. Good-bye.", "M: Good-bye." ]

[ "A fight in the street.", "A traffic accident.", "A robbery." ]

[ "W: Now, Mr. Sun, did you see the accident clearly?", "M: Oh, yes. I was standing outside the post office.", "W: Can you remember what time it happened?", "M: Yes, it was 4:25 by my watch.", "W: Good. Now, was the truck going fast?", "M: Yes. Well, perhaps the driver thought the traffic lights were going to change to green. But they were red.", "W: Are you sure, Mr. Sun?", "M: Yes, absolutely sure.", "W: Well, thanks a lot, Mr. Sun. Good-bye.", "M: Good-bye." ]

[ "The driver was drunk.", "The traffic lights were red.", "The post office did not open." ]

[ "M: Excuse me, how do you say that word, C-U-S-T-O-M-S?", "F: Customs." ]

[ "He wants to know how to pronounce the word.", "He wants to know the meaning of the word.", "He wants to know how to spell the word." ]

[ "M: What's the matter? You've been sitting there for ages, just staring into space.", "W: I told the Brownings I'd send them a postcard. Now I don't know what to say." ]

[ "Visiting the Brownings.", "Writing a postcard.", "Looking for a postcard." ]

[ "M: It's a perfect day for staying inside.", "W: This rain hasn't let up for 2 weeks. I'm going crazy." ]

[ "The traffic.", "The weather.", "Their health." ]

[ "M: Are there more students in your class than in your brother's class, Maria?", "W: Yes. There are 19 girls and 28 boys in my class, but there are only 35 students in my brother's class." ]

[ "35.", "47.", "45." ]

[ "M: If Professor King gave us one more week, we would be able to complete the task.", "W: Hm, that would make a big difference." ]

[ "He likes his professor.", "He wants a new task.", "He needs more time." ]

[ "M: This is Jack speaking. Who is this?", "W: This is Jenny, Jack. Could you help me?", "M: Certainly. What is the matter?", "W: My sister had an argument with me yesterday because I lost her lovely pet cat. She was really mad at me. And she hasn't talked to me for a whole day.", "M: Oh, Jenny. In fact, you're the one who made a mistake.", "W: Yes, I know that. But what should I do to make her happy?", "M: If I were you, I'd say sorry to her first and then get her another cat.", "W: That's a good idea. But I don't have.., enough money.", "M: Oh, don't worry. I've got some. I can lend some to you.", "W: That's very kind of you." ]

[ "She had a fight with her sister.", "She lost her sister's pet.", "She lost her money." ]

[ "M: This is Jack speaking. Who is this?", "W: This is Jenny, Jack. Could you help me?", "M: Certainly. What is the matter?", "W: My sister had an argument with me yesterday because I lost her lovely pet cat. She was really mad at me. And she hasn't talked to me for a whole day.", "M: Oh, Jenny. In fact, you're the one who made a mistake.", "W: Yes, I know that. But what should I do to make her happy?", "M: If I were you, I'd say sorry to her first and then get her another cat.", "W: That's a good idea. But I don't have.., enough money.", "M: Oh, don't worry. I've got some. I can lend some to you.", "W: That's very kind of you." ]

[ "Turn to her parents for help.", "Buy her sister some new clothes.", "Apologize to her sister and buy her a cat." ]

[ "M: This is Jack speaking. Who is this?", "W: This is Jenny, Jack. Could you help me?", "M: Certainly. What is the matter?", "W: My sister had an argument with me yesterday because I lost her lovely pet cat. She was really mad at me. And she hasn't talked to me for a whole day.", "M: Oh, Jenny. In fact, you're the one who made a mistake.", "W: Yes, I know that. But what should I do to make her happy?", "M: If I were you, I'd say sorry to her first and then get her another cat.", "W: That's a good idea. But I don't have.., enough money.", "M: Oh, don't worry. I've got some. I can lend some to you.", "W: That's very kind of you." ]

[ "Her sister.", "Jack.", "Her parents." ]

[ "W: Jack said he can give us a fide to the game.", "M: Oh, good, then he does have his car." ]

[ "A car.", "A bike.", "A bar." ]

[ "M: When do I get paid?", "W: You'll be paid on the first and fifteenth of every month.", "M: Is the pay by the week or by the hour?", "W: You'll be paid $ 6.50 an hour." ]

[ "By the hour.", "By the week.", "By the month." ]

[ "M: May I carry the bag for you?", "F: Thank you,but I call do it without help." ]

[ "Yes.", "No.", "Maybe." ]

[ "M: What time does the party start?", "W: At 10: 30. And we have twenty minutes to get there." ]

[ "10:30.", "10:50.", "10:10." ]

[ "M: Lisa, how are you getting along with our term paper?", "W: I've been writing and rewriting it. I simply don't know if I will ever get it finished." ]

[ "Satisfied.", "Frustrated.", "Annoyed." ]

[ "M: Good morning! Did you have a good weekend, Jane?", "W: No, I didn't. I had a busy time. I studied all weekend for today's exam.", "M: But there is no exam today.", "W: I know. I just found out." ]

[ "There was an exam this afternoon.", "There was no exam today.", "The exam was postponed to next weekend." ]

[ "W: You have arranged to Mr. Johnson on Wednesday. So I don't have to write to him, do I?", "M: There's no need to write to him." ]

[ "The necessity of writing to Mr. Johnson.", "Who is going to contact Mr. Johnson.", "The arrangement of the Wednesdaymeeting." ]

[ "M: Hello?", "W: Hello. Is that Dr. Bean?", "M: Yes, it is.", "W: Dr. Bean, I'm making a survey for the National Research Company. I'd like to ask you a few questions about your health habits.", "M: OK.", "W: First question: How often do you take medicine?", "M: I sometimes take aspirin, but that's all.", "W: Do you take vitamins?", "M: No, I never do.", "W: How about exercise?", "M: Well, I often play tennis or handball.", "W: Do you eat any healthy food?", "M: No, I just try to eat good food.", "W: Well, I've finished. Thank you for your help." ]

[ "In the street.", "At the man's home.", "On the telephone." ]

[ "M: Hello?", "W: Hello. Is that Dr. Bean?", "M: Yes, it is.", "W: Dr. Bean, I'm making a survey for the National Research Company. I'd like to ask you a few questions about your health habits.", "M: OK.", "W: First question: How often do you take medicine?", "M: I sometimes take aspirin, but that's all.", "W: Do you take vitamins?", "M: No, I never do.", "W: How about exercise?", "M: Well, I often play tennis or handball.", "W: Do you eat any healthy food?", "M: No, I just try to eat good food.", "W: Well, I've finished. Thank you for your help." ]

[ "Work.", "Hobbies.", "Health." ]

[ "M: Did it cost very much to stay overnight in the hotel?", "W: More than you would believe." ]

[ "the cost was reasonable", "the cost was unbelievably high", "she likes the hotel" ]

[ "M: Do you know much about computers?", "W: Not a great deal. Why?", "M: I've been reading an article about computers. They are strange and are being used for almost everything.", "W: Yes. But have you learned how to use one?", "M: No. But I'm about to take a course on computers next term.", "W: That's good. You have to know about computers. Computer knowledge is a must whatever you do. You should learn quickly or you will be left behind.", "M: That's true. But first I want to learn the basics. In the library, there are computers. But it's a pity that I could not make use of them.", "W: Well, I can teach you the ABCs, if you like.", "M: That's very kind of you." ]

[ "A great deal.", "Only a little.", "Nothing." ]

[ "M: Do you know much about computers?", "W: Not a great deal. Why?", "M: I've been reading an article about computers. They are strange and are being used for almost everything.", "W: Yes. But have you learned how to use one?", "M: No. But I'm about to take a course on computers next term.", "W: That's good. You have to know about computers. Computer knowledge is a must whatever you do. You should learn quickly or you will be left behind.", "M: That's true. But first I want to learn the basics. In the library, there are computers. But it's a pity that I could not make use of them.", "W: Well, I can teach you the ABCs, if you like.", "M: That's very kind of you." ]

[ "It's necessary for everyone no matter what you do.", "It's only important for those who use computers in their jobs.", "It's a must for English teachers." ]

[ "M: Do you know much about computers?", "W: Not a great deal. Why?", "M: I've been reading an article about computers. They are strange and are being used for almost everything.", "W: Yes. But have you learned how to use one?", "M: No. But I'm about to take a course on computers next term.", "W: That's good. You have to know about computers. Computer knowledge is a must whatever you do. You should learn quickly or you will be left behind.", "M: That's true. But first I want to learn the basics. In the library, there are computers. But it's a pity that I could not make use of them.", "W: Well, I can teach you the ABCs, if you like.", "M: That's very kind of you." ]

[ "To go to the library with the man.", "To help the man with his English.", "To teach the man the basic knowledge about computers." ]

[ "M: Hi, Jane. It's nice to see you again. I heard that you went to the United Kingdom during the vacation.", "W: Yes. I paid a visit to London and attended a summer course in English.", "M: Wow. It sounds so good. How long did you stay there?", "W: Well, I went there on July 5th and came back on August 15th.", "M: What about the course?", "W: I think the course was well organized. The teachers were nice. They taught us to listen, speak, read and write in English, but it mostly focused on speaking. One interesting thing I found was that the English classes were different from ours because they were very free. You can sit anywhere you like in the classroom. You can ask the teacher questions at any time during the class, and you are welcome to share your ideas with the classmates and teachers. I really enjoy this kind of class.", "M: How interesting! Maybe our teachers should try that." ]

[ "To learn English.", "To do business.", "To visit some teachers." ]

[ "M: Hi, Jane. It's nice to see you again. I heard that you went to the United Kingdom during the vacation.", "W: Yes. I paid a visit to London and attended a summer course in English.", "M: Wow. It sounds so good. How long did you stay there?", "W: Well, I went there on July 5th and came back on August 15th.", "M: What about the course?", "W: I think the course was well organized. The teachers were nice. They taught us to listen, speak, read and write in English, but it mostly focused on speaking. One interesting thing I found was that the English classes were different from ours because they were very free. You can sit anywhere you like in the classroom. You can ask the teacher questions at any time during the class, and you are welcome to share your ideas with the classmates and teachers. I really enjoy this kind of class.", "M: How interesting! Maybe our teachers should try that." ]

[ "About 30 days.", "About 40 days.", "About 45 days." ]

[ "M: Hi, Jane. It's nice to see you again. I heard that you went to the United Kingdom during the vacation.", "W: Yes. I paid a visit to London and attended a summer course in English.", "M: Wow. It sounds so good. How long did you stay there?", "W: Well, I went there on July 5th and came back on August 15th.", "M: What about the course?", "W: I think the course was well organized. The teachers were nice. They taught us to listen, speak, read and write in English, but it mostly focused on speaking. One interesting thing I found was that the English classes were different from ours because they were very free. You can sit anywhere you like in the classroom. You can ask the teacher questions at any time during the class, and you are welcome to share your ideas with the classmates and teachers. I really enjoy this kind of class.", "M: How interesting! Maybe our teachers should try that." ]

[ "The teachers were nice.", "There were a lot of activities in class.", "The students were quite free in class." ]

[ "M: Does your class start at 8:00 every morning?", "W: No. On Wednesdays it starts at 9:00 and on Fridays at 10:00." ]

[ "At 10:00.", "At 9:00.", "At 8:00." ]

[ "Dad: Hey. Uh, what are you doing home this weekend? I thought classes didn't end until next week.", "Daughter: Hi Dad. I love you.", "Dad: Ah, the three magic words: I NEED HELP! I've heard those before.", "Daughter: Uh, Well, we'd better sit down.", "Dad: Uh, this doesn't sound good.", "Daughter: Well, first of all ... hey, is that painting on the wall new?", "Dad: No, no, no, no, no. Let's get back to the conversation now.", "Daughter: Okay, first of all, I am failing all of my classes, I lost my job, I wrecked my car, I mean, your car last week. It's at the bottom of the lake ... I think, and the laptop I borrowed from you ... well, it was in the backseat of the car. That's all of the good news.", "Dad: Uh, wait ...", "Daughter: Dad. You're not saying anything ...", "Dad: Okay. Now, what's the bad news?", "Daughter: Well, I just found out that my old boyfriend was a member of a gang; he says that he and 20 of his friends are gonna come over here to talk to you about what you posted on their Facebook page.", "Dad: I don't even know how to use Facebook!", "Daughter: Well, you do now. I have to go. I'd rather not be here in about 20 minutes. Love you. Bye.", "Dad: Ugh!!" ]

[ "at the girl's dormitory", "at their home", "in the car" ]

[ "Dad: Hey. Uh, what are you doing home this weekend? I thought classes didn't end until next week.", "Daughter: Hi Dad. I love you.", "Dad: Ah, the three magic words: I NEED HELP! I've heard those before.", "Daughter: Uh, Well, we'd better sit down.", "Dad: Uh, this doesn't sound good.", "Daughter: Well, first of all ... hey, is that painting on the wall new?", "Dad: No, no, no, no, no. Let's get back to the conversation now.", "Daughter: Okay, first of all, I am failing all of my classes, I lost my job, I wrecked my car, I mean, your car last week. It's at the bottom of the lake ... I think, and the laptop I borrowed from you ... well, it was in the backseat of the car. That's all of the good news.", "Dad: Uh, wait ...", "Daughter: Dad. You're not saying anything ...", "Dad: Okay. Now, what's the bad news?", "Daughter: Well, I just found out that my old boyfriend was a member of a gang; he says that he and 20 of his friends are gonna come over here to talk to you about what you posted on their Facebook page.", "Dad: I don't even know how to use Facebook!", "Daughter: Well, you do now. I have to go. I'd rather not be here in about 20 minutes. Love you. Bye.", "Dad: Ugh!!" ]

[ "The woman drove it into some deep water.", "Some people stole the vehicle by the lake.", "The man's daughter hit a tree on a picnic." ]

[ "Dad: Hey. Uh, what are you doing home this weekend? I thought classes didn't end until next week.", "Daughter: Hi Dad. I love you.", "Dad: Ah, the three magic words: I NEED HELP! I've heard those before.", "Daughter: Uh, Well, we'd better sit down.", "Dad: Uh, this doesn't sound good.", "Daughter: Well, first of all ... hey, is that painting on the wall new?", "Dad: No, no, no, no, no. Let's get back to the conversation now.", "Daughter: Okay, first of all, I am failing all of my classes, I lost my job, I wrecked my car, I mean, your car last week. It's at the bottom of the lake ... I think, and the laptop I borrowed from you ... well, it was in the backseat of the car. That's all of the good news.", "Dad: Uh, wait ...", "Daughter: Dad. You're not saying anything ...", "Dad: Okay. Now, what's the bad news?", "Daughter: Well, I just found out that my old boyfriend was a member of a gang; he says that he and 20 of his friends are gonna come over here to talk to you about what you posted on their Facebook page.", "Dad: I don't even know how to use Facebook!", "Daughter: Well, you do now. I have to go. I'd rather not be here in about 20 minutes. Love you. Bye.", "Dad: Ugh!!" ]

[ "in a repair shop after the woman dumped water on it", "being stored safely in the vehicle by the lake", "in serious trouble unless it is in a waterproof container" ]

[ "Dad: Hey. Uh, what are you doing home this weekend? I thought classes didn't end until next week.", "Daughter: Hi Dad. I love you.", "Dad: Ah, the three magic words: I NEED HELP! I've heard those before.", "Daughter: Uh, Well, we'd better sit down.", "Dad: Uh, this doesn't sound good.", "Daughter: Well, first of all ... hey, is that painting on the wall new?", "Dad: No, no, no, no, no. Let's get back to the conversation now.", "Daughter: Okay, first of all, I am failing all of my classes, I lost my job, I wrecked my car, I mean, your car last week. It's at the bottom of the lake ... I think, and the laptop I borrowed from you ... well, it was in the backseat of the car. That's all of the good news.", "Dad: Uh, wait ...", "Daughter: Dad. You're not saying anything ...", "Dad: Okay. Now, what's the bad news?", "Daughter: Well, I just found out that my old boyfriend was a member of a gang; he says that he and 20 of his friends are gonna come over here to talk to you about what you posted on their Facebook page.", "Dad: I don't even know how to use Facebook!", "Daughter: Well, you do now. I have to go. I'd rather not be here in about 20 minutes. Love you. Bye.", "Dad: Ugh!!" ]

[ "majoring in criminal justice at the university", "or will be involved in some illegal activity", "working as an officer in a police gang unit" ]

[ "Dad: Hey. Uh, what are you doing home this weekend? I thought classes didn't end until next week.", "Daughter: Hi Dad. I love you.", "Dad: Ah, the three magic words: I NEED HELP! I've heard those before.", "Daughter: Uh, Well, we'd better sit down.", "Dad: Uh, this doesn't sound good.", "Daughter: Well, first of all ... hey, is that painting on the wall new?", "Dad: No, no, no, no, no. Let's get back to the conversation now.", "Daughter: Okay, first of all, I am failing all of my classes, I lost my job, I wrecked my car, I mean, your car last week. It's at the bottom of the lake ... I think, and the laptop I borrowed from you ... well, it was in the backseat of the car. That's all of the good news.", "Dad: Uh, wait ...", "Daughter: Dad. You're not saying anything ...", "Dad: Okay. Now, what's the bad news?", "Daughter: Well, I just found out that my old boyfriend was a member of a gang; he says that he and 20 of his friends are gonna come over here to talk to you about what you posted on their Facebook page.", "Dad: I don't even know how to use Facebook!", "Daughter: Well, you do now. I have to go. I'd rather not be here in about 20 minutes. Love you. Bye.", "Dad: Ugh!!" ]

[ "sit on his front porch and watch the sunset", "plant some new sunflowers in his yard", "jump in his car and leave home or call the police" ]

[ "M: Hello, Daisy. Are you sure that Thompson is in hospital?", "W: Yes. His sister Fiona told me that. She is going to the hospital to see him.", "M: Do you think I can go with her?", "W: I don't know. Why not ask her yourself?" ]

[ "The woman speaker.", "Thompson's sister.", "Daisy's sister." ]

[ "F: The film starts at eight o'clock.", "M: We still have 9 quarter." ]

[ "7:50", "7:45", "7:00" ]

[ "M: This shirt looks very nice. How much is it?", "W: It's eight dollars if you buy one. But you pay four dollars less if you buy two." ]

[ "4 dollars", "12 dollars", "16 dollars" ]

[ "W: Hey, Bob, what are you up to this weekend?", "M: Nothing in particular. Why? Do you have something in mind?", "W: Yeah. A friend of mine told me about a relatively new bar in the centre of town. It's called The Pharmacy and the decor is made of old medical stuff." ]

[ "A new bar in the town.", "A friend of the woman's.", "The plan for the weekend." ]

[ "M: Why don't I take out the garbage?", "W: Please do. I haven't got time to do it yet." ]

[ "Eat cabbage.", "Put the car in the garage.", "Throw out the rubbish." ]

[ "W: Have you ever been to Yellowstone National Park? My uncle is taking me there for the first time next weekend.", "M: No. My parents went there with my sister before I was born, though." ]

[ "The woman.", "The man's uncle.", "The man's sister." ]

[ "F: Excuse me, is the meeting room on the fifth floor or the sixth floor?", "M: Oh no, it's on the fourth floor. This way, please." ]

[ "On the fifth floor.", "On the sixth floor.", "On the fourth floor." ]

[ "Woman: I'm sorry, the cake is late. We'll do better next time, I promise.", "Man: Well, I'm sorry too. You have to take it back. The birthday party is over and we don't need the cake any more." ]

[ "She made a late delivery.", "She went to the wrong place.", "She couldn't take the cake back." ]

[ "W: You are late for work today, Mr. Brown. It's unusual.", "M: I'm sorry. There was something wrong with my bike." ]

[ "He looks unusual today.", "He is usually late for work.", "There is always something wrong with his bike." ]

[ "M: You see the list of books for this course?", "W: Yes, Dr. Downs said he expects us to have the first five on the list. He is going to discuss them in detail.", "M: Are you going to buy them?", "W: I don't know. These books are expensive. And I don't have a lot of money on me.", "M: How about sharing them with me?", "W: Sounds good.", "M: Let's do this. I will buy three and you buy two of them.", "W: I would rather do it this way: we pay fifty-fifty for the books now. And at the end of the course you can take the books you find more interesting and I will take the ones I like.", "M: What if we both like the same books?", "W: Come on, we are not going to argue over that, are we?", "M: I was just joking. It's definitely a better idea.", "W: Then let's get the books as soon as possible." ]

[ "Buying the books for their course.", "The money needed for the books.", "Sharing the books with each other." ]

[ "M: You see the list of books for this course?", "W: Yes, Dr. Downs said he expects us to have the first five on the list. He is going to discuss them in detail.", "M: Are you going to buy them?", "W: I don't know. These books are expensive. And I don't have a lot of money on me.", "M: How about sharing them with me?", "W: Sounds good.", "M: Let's do this. I will buy three and you buy two of them.", "W: I would rather do it this way: we pay fifty-fifty for the books now. And at the end of the course you can take the books you find more interesting and I will take the ones I like.", "M: What if we both like the same books?", "W: Come on, we are not going to argue over that, are we?", "M: I was just joking. It's definitely a better idea.", "W: Then let's get the books as soon as possible." ]

[ "These books are not expensive.", "He wants his students to read more.", "He wants to discuss them in detail." ]

[ "M: You see the list of books for this course?", "W: Yes, Dr. Downs said he expects us to have the first five on the list. He is going to discuss them in detail.", "M: Are you going to buy them?", "W: I don't know. These books are expensive. And I don't have a lot of money on me.", "M: How about sharing them with me?", "W: Sounds good.", "M: Let's do this. I will buy three and you buy two of them.", "W: I would rather do it this way: we pay fifty-fifty for the books now. And at the end of the course you can take the books you find more interesting and I will take the ones I like.", "M: What if we both like the same books?", "W: Come on, we are not going to argue over that, are we?", "M: I was just joking. It's definitely a better idea.", "W: Then let's get the books as soon as possible." ]

[ "She buys three and the man buys two.", "She pays the man fifty dollars for sharing.", "They each pay half of the total amount for the books." ]

[ "W: They are very nice shirts. How much are they?", "M: 6.50 dollars for each. But 12 dollars for two. They are really nice." ]

[ "$ 6.00.", "$ 6.50.", "$ 12.00." ]

[ "M: Linda, how are you getting along with the translation work?", "W: I have written and rewritten so much that I don't know if I'll ever get it finished." ]

[ "Discouraged.", "Satisfied.", "Delighted." ]

[ "W: Henry, what do you like eating best, noodles, rice or spaghetti?", "M: You may not believe it, but I love rice.", "W: Really? Rice is what Chinese love, but you're not Chinese.", "M: Well, I spent fourteen years in a southern city in China. I didn't come to the US with my parents until I was fourteen years old." ]

[ "Rice.", "Noodles.", "Spaghetti." ]

[ "W: Henry, what do you like eating best, noodles, rice or spaghetti?", "M: You may not believe it, but I love rice.", "W: Really? Rice is what Chinese love, but you're not Chinese.", "M: Well, I spent fourteen years in a southern city in China. I didn't come to the US with my parents until I was fourteen years old." ]

[ "At the age of 4.", "At the age of 10.", "At the age of 14." ]

[ "W: I have seen the movie \"Superman\" three times. I still really enjoy it.", "M: That's nothing. I have seen it twice that often and my brother has seen it ten times." ]

[ "3 times.", "6 times.", "9 times." ]

[ "M: Did you hear about the big snow storm in Iowa yesterday? Three feet and twelve hours.", "W: Yeah, and I hear it's heading our way. We're supposed to get the same thing tonight." ]

[ "She has canceled her trip to the north.", "The snowstorm is getting weaker.", "They also may get a lot of snow." ]

[ "M: Maria, can yon go on a picnic with us tomorrow?", "W: It's supposed to rain tomorrow." ]

[ "Rainy.", "Sunny.", "Cloudy." ]

[ "M: Jane, Professor Keller asked about you today and how you were coming along with the project on pollution. By the way, I handed mine in the day before yesterday.", "W: Whoops. I was supposed to give it to her yesterday." ]

[ "Today.", "Yesterday.", "The day before yesterday." ]

[ "M: Can you come to my office at 9 tomorrow morning?", "W: I'm afraid not. I'll send the form to the headquarters then." ]

[ "She will meet the manager.", "She will go to the headquarters.", "She will fill in the forms." ]

[ "M: I asked your mother about your bike accident. She didn't know anything about it.", "W: That's because I made it up." ]

[ "She doesn't have a bike.", "Her mother made up the story.", "She didn't tell the man the truth." ]

[ "M: You are very busy recently, aren't you?", "W: Yeah. I have to bend over for more than ten hours a day from Monday to Friday, and even worse, on weekends I can not spare myself from my project." ]

[ "She can rest on weekends.", "She has to work on weekends.", "She works for only eight hours each day." ]

[ "W: I wonder if you could sell me the Psychology textbooks. You took the course last semester, didn't you?", "M: As a matter of fact, I already sold them back to the school bookstore." ]

[ "The woman has to get the textbooks in other ways.", "The woman has sold her used textbooks to the bookstore.", "The man is going to buy his textbooks from a bookstore." ]

[ "M: Why are you giving me a ticket for speeding, officer? I was only on 50.", "W: Can't you read? That was 10 MPH over the limit." ]

[ "60MPH.", "50MPH.", "40MPH." ]

[ "M: How did Mr. Hunt's project turn out? I heard he had trouble with the financing, but then he could get the loan he wanted.", "W: It's true. He did have difficulties at first. But all in all, the project couldn't have turned out better." ]

[ "It was fairly successful.", "It was hard and futile.", "It failed for lack of fund." ]