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: M: Hi Marina, I'm sorry to keep you waiting. I bought a map in the bookstore. ,F: Oh, we don't need a map at all. I'll be your tour guide. I'm familiar with every corner of the city. Chinatown, Broadway, Central Park, the Natural History Museum. ,M: That's great. Where should we go first, Broadway? I've been dreaming of watching a musical there. ,F: It's the best to go there in the evening. How about going to Central Park first? ,M: OK. What's there to see? ,F: Lots of trees, walking paths, statues and areas for performances, you can relax in a wonderful nature, setting in the middle of a busy city. The Natural History Museum is located on its west side. ,M: Many famous people mentioned to Central Park in their books. It must be a place worth visiting. ,F: It certainly is. ,M: Where shall we go for dinner? A restaurant in Chinatown? ,F: We can go there next time. I have a classmate living in Harlem and he is very interested in Chinese culture and wants to see you. We'll have dinner there, if you don't mind. ,M: No, I don't, it will be nice to meet someone who loves Chinese culture. I want to learn more about Harlem, its food and music.
(A) F: Are we going to have lunch in Harlem now? (B) F: We're having dinner in Harlem tonight, aren't we? (C) F: Are we going to have dinner at this woman's house tonight? (D) F: I’m sorry, I didn’t catch that. Would you mind speaking more slowly?

SOLUTION: B

PROBLEM: F: I think this house will meet all of your needs, Mr. Jones. ,M: Well, I don't particularly like the neighborhood. ,F: I understand your concern, Mr. Jones, but let's take a look inside. ,M: OK, but I'm really concerned about the neighborhood. ,F: That's OK, Mr. Jones. We're not married to this home. ,M: I guess we can look inside since we're here. ,F: Great. Let's go inside. It's a beautiful home. This is the living area, it's quite spacious. ,M: Uh-huh, I see. ,F: And this is the master bedroom. ,M: It's a beautiful home, but I'm afraid it just doesn't feel right. ,F: What's wrong, Mr. Jones? ,M: It's the lighting, and it just doesn't feel right, sorry. ,F: All right, Mr. Jones. This may not be the right house for you. ,M: That's what I've been trying to tell you. ,F: That's OK, I've got more homes to show you. ,M: That's good to hear.
(A) F: Honey, maybe this house is our right house. (B) F: Great! You can sign the contract and live in this house right now. (C) F: Well, as a teacher, it's my job to solve your problems. (D) F: I’m sorry, I don’t understand. Could you say it again?

SOLUTION: D

PROBLEM: M: Welcome! How was your trip? ,F: Not too bad. ,M: You must be exhausted! Your hotel is near the station. ,F: Will I have time to rest before our meeting today? ,M: Definitely. We are meeting at 7:00 PM, so will send a car for you around 6:00 PM. ,F: Oh, great! I'll have 4 hours to explore the city. I am very excited to visit it. My friends are expecting me to post pictures on Wechat. ,M: Is this your first time in Washington DC? ,F: Yes. ,M: Well, that's a shame! I think you'll have some free time tomorrow. You should definitely visit the Smithsonian Museum and the Library of Congress is a must, too.
(A) F: I will do some important business in Washington DC. (B) F: I will visit some of my friends in Washington DC. (C) F: It's her first time to travel in Washington DC. (D) F: I’m sorry, I don’t understand. Could you say it again?

SOLUTION:
C