TASK DEFINITION: In this task you are given a small conversation between two persons and 4 options on how the conversation should continue. Your job is to choose the most reasonable option. The conversation and the options are separated by a newline character. Each dialogue in the conversation are separated by a comma. F and M indicate female and male, respectively.
PROBLEM: F: Dad, are you going to miss me when I go back to college next week? ,M: Of course I'm gonna miss you, girl. ,F: But, dad. I mean, you are always talking about how much money you'll save on food, hot water and gas while I am away. ,M: Just kidding. You know, getting a university degree is really important. I'm proud of you, do you have everything ready?
(A) F: Yep. And I know that you are proud of me because I am studying for a university degree. (B) F: Yep. And I know that you are proud of me because I am ready for everything. (C) F: I’m sorry, I don’t understand. Could you say it again? (D) F: Yep. And I know that you are proud of me because I have saved much money.

SOLUTION: A

PROBLEM: M: Excuse me, I'm mailing this package to Japan. ,F: Alright. Fill out this form about the contents and value. Do you want to insure it? ,M: I don't think so. It's only some books. ,F: Are you sending it surface mail or airmail? ,M: Airmail, please. ,F: OK. That's $25. ,M: Here's $30. ,F: Alright. Here's your change.
(A) M: So, as I'm mailing this package to China, it's free and the change is $ 30? (B) M: So, it needs $25, and as I give you $30, the change is $ 5? Okay, I see. (C) M: I am really sorry, I did not catch that. Would you slow down, please? (D) M: You mean the change is just $ 5? But you say that's $20, and I give you $30!

SOLUTION: B

PROBLEM: M: School is finally out. Do you have any plans this summer, Kate? ,F: Yes. In August, I'm going on a two week vacation to the Bahamas. ,M: Awesome! How much is that going to cost you? ,F: Don't ask. I have to work every single day this month, just to be able to pay for the vacation.
(A) M: I know what you mean. You need to work to save money. (B) M: I’m sorry, I didn’t understand. Could you repeat a little louder, please? (C) M: I know what you mean. You need to work to save money to pay for your tuition. (D) M: Sounds great! I'd glad to hear that you will buy a new car when summer starts.

SOLUTION:
A