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: Was that the telephone ringing? ,F: I didn't hear anything. ,M: I thought I heard it ring 2 or 3 times. ,F: Sometimes when the windows are open, you can hear the neighbor's phone. ,M: Well, I'm expecting an important phone call and I don't want to miss it.
(A) F: Relax. You're so nervous. You already missed the important phone call. Maybe you should call them back. (B) F: I’m sorry, I didn’t understand. Could you repeat a little louder, please? (C) F: Relax. You're so calm. You should be nervous in case you miss the important phone call. (D) F: Relax. You're so nervous. You should be more calm to wait for the important phone call.

SOLUTION: D

PROBLEM: F: Thank you for calling target.com. My name is Angela, and I'd be happy to assist you today. What is the name on the account? ,M: Mark Sanchez. ,F: Thank you, Mr Sanchez. What's your email address? ,M: It's mark889@gmail.com. ,F: Thank you, how may I help you today? ,M: I ordered some gifts from your website last week, but they haven't arrived yet. They were supposed to be here 2 days ago. ,F: I'm sorry to hear that sir, do you have the order number? ,M: Yes, it's 855321. ,F: One moment, please, alright sir, I think I've discovered what's going on. A couple of items in your order were damaged during transport. We are in the process of shipping your new items, but it could take up to 10 days for you to receive them.
(A) M: I am so excited! You mean it would be delivered this afternoon? (B) M: Why? I don' t understand at all! Helen! Please give me an explanation! (C) M: I’m sorry, I didn’t catch that. Would you mind speaking more slowly? (D) M: I was about to cry! I' m so frustrated! How can you lose my things?

SOLUTION: C

PROBLEM: F: Hey, Adam. I'm worried about my sister, Alice. She's in college and has just declared art as her major. ,M: Why does that worry you? I've seen her paintings. She's very talented in art. ,F: I know, but I'm afraid that once she graduates, she won't be able to make ends meet. It is said that most artists only make about 60% of what the average person makes a year. What's more, it's harder for art majors to find a full time job. But she doesn't seem too concerned. ,M: But you're forgetting that there's even more for them to choose. Alice loves art and that's what's important. Even if she can't make much money, she'll be happy and emotionally satisfied. ,F: But she'll have bills to pay. It's going to be hard for her to lead a lifestyle on what an artist makes. ,M: Don't be worried. And I know what you mean. Let's have a talk with Alice and listen to her.
(A) F: I didn’t hear you. Please could you tell me again? (B) F: Let's go out for supper now. (C) F: Let's talk with Alice and force her to change her major. (D) F: I will give Alice some money soon.

SOLUTION:
A