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: I notice an article in the newspaper about the problem of rapid growth of cities in America. I was wondering do you Americans carry out a birth control policy? Can Americans have as many children as they want? ,M: Yes, sir. We can have as many as we want, but most people decide to have only one or 2, and some people decide not to have any. ,F: Why do they decide not to have any? In the old days, we Chinese always wanted to have as many as possible. Some still do now.
(A) M: I am really sorry, I did not catch that. Would you slow down, please? (B) M: Well, most Americans also decide to have as many children as they can. (C) M: I have no idea. Most Americans decide not to have any children. (D) M: Well, with the birth control policy, most Americans only have one or two children.

SOLUTION: A

PROBLEM: M: Universal Travel Agency, may I help you? ,F: Yes, my husband and I want to take a vacation to an island somewhere. Do you have any places to recommend? ,M: Certainly, off the top of my head. I would suggest the island of Bali. ,F: Why Bali? ,M: At this time of year. Most places have a lot of rain, but it is the dry season in Bali. There are also many excellent restaurants and hotels to choose from, plus, Bali is known for its surfing and diving, and I must say that the shopping is absolutely great.
(A) F: I'm glad that the island of Bali is known for its good weather, because my parents and I don't like rainy days when we are traveling. (B) F: That's great, Bali is known for its surfing and diving, my friends will love it. (C) F: Excuse me, could you repeat the question? (D) F: Awesome! my parents and I both like shopping, that's a really good news that Bali is famous for the shopping centers.

SOLUTION: C

PROBLEM: F: I'm so excited. ,M: Any good news? ,F: Jimmy and I got the chance to visit New York with another 3 people for free.
(A) M: I am really sorry, I did not catch that. Would you slow down, please? (B) M: Really? I really envy you three. Anyway, enjoy your trip to Seattle. (C) M: Really? You two can enjoy some alone time in Seattle. (D) M: That's great! You five enjoy your trip to Seattle!

SOLUTION:
A