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: 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 sorry I'm late, Mister Stone. ,M: I think I did ask Miss Jones to inform everyone that the meeting started at 11:00 sharp, now 10 minutes have passed already. ,F: I'm really sorry, Mister Stone. It's raining cats and dogs, and I had to wait ages for a taxi.
(A) M: I didn't hear you. Please could you tell me again? (B) M: I know it's raining today, but the others are not late. That's no excuse. (C) M: It's windy today. Waiting for the bus to go to work is not a good choice. (D) M: It's hot today, so I asked Amy to inform everyone of the 12 o 'clock meeting.

SOLUTION: B

PROBLEM: M: Hey! Can I ask you for a favor? ,F: Sure. ,M: I'm trying to learn how to cook. Eating out so much has really been costing me a lot of money. ,F: That's a good idea. What do you want to make? Shall I teach you how to roast a chicken? ,M: Well, maybe later. Right now I have this pack of eggs. Unfortunately, I have never made eggs before. ,F: What? You don't know how to cook eggs? ,M: No. My mom always made everything for me. That's why I'm asking for your help. ,F: OK, I'll help you. Start by boiling some water, that's the easiest way to cook an egg.
(A) M: OK. I should crack the egg first and then boil some water. (B) M: Excuse me, could you repeat the question? (C) M: Ok! Crack the egg first and then heat up some water. (D) M: I knew to sart with boiling water, but how? And then what?

SOLUTION:
D