Read the following conversation and answer the question. W: You know I've often wondered why people laugh at the picture of a big belly businessman slipping on a banana skin and falling on his bottom. We are to feel sorry for them. M: Actually, Laura, I think we laugh because we are glad it didn't happen to us. But of course there is also a kind of humorous satisfaction in seeing somebody self-important making a fool of themselves. W: Yes, and there are a lot of jokes about people who are too fat or physically handicapped, you know, deaf, or short-sighted things like that. After all, it's not really funny to be like that. M: Oh, I think that's because we're embarrassed. We don't know how to cope with the situation. Perhaps we are even a bit frightened we may get like that, so we laugh. M: What about the custard pie routine? W: What do you mean 'custard pie routine'? M: You know, all those old films where someone gets so outraged with his boss, He picks up a custard pie and plasters it all over the other person's face. W: That never makes me laugh much, because you can guess what's going to happen. But a lot of people still find it laughable. It must because of the sort of the thing we'd all love to do once in a while and never quiet have the courage to. M: I had an old aunt who used to throw cups of tea at people when she was particularly irritated. She said it relieved her feelings. W: It must have come a bit expensive. M: Not really. She took care never to throw her best china. Question: Why do some people joke about those who are fat or handicapped according to the man? - They want to show their genuine sympathy. - They have had similar personal experiences. - They don't know how to cope with the situation.
They don't know how to cope with the situation.

Read the following conversation and answer the question. Heather: Hi, Tim. [Hi] I'm really sorry to hear about your dad. My sincerest condolences go out to you and your family. He was such a great man. Tim: Thanks. As you know, he had been sick for some time before he passed away, so we were somewhat prepared. Heather: So, how's your mom taking it? Tim: Oh, it's been really hard on her. I don't think you get over something like that. Heather: Yeah, I'm sure. My heart really goes out to her. [Thanks.] Uh, so how's your mom going to be able to manage things alone? Tim: Well, financially, mom will be able to live a secure life from now on. I mean, Dad had life insurance and substantial investments in property and stocks, so returns on those should take care of her. [That's good to hear.] But our main concern at this moment is her emotional state. [Yeah.] She's really down, so a call now and again should brighten her day. Heather: So, what are the funeral arrangements? The obituary in the paper didn't mention much about the funeral. Tim: Well, some of the family members will get together on Tuesday morning for a private memorial service, but there will be a viewing in the afternoon from 2:00 to 3:00, followed by the funeral service. One of my uncles will be giving the eulogy. Heather: I wish there was something I could do you. * Tim: Well, actually, there is. [Oh?]. You know, Dad really admired you a lot, and before he died, he asked if you'd sing a musical number at the funeral. Heather: Really? I'd be honored. Tim: It would really mean a lot to the family. Heather: Sure. Then, see you on Tuesday. Tim: Okay, see you then. Question: How is his mother taking the passing of her husband? - She feels very depressed. - She remains optimistic about the future. - She senses no purpose to her own life.
She feels very depressed.

Q: Read the following conversation and answer the question. W: Hi, Mike. What have you been up to? M: Not much. I started exercising. W: Trying to get in shape? M: Yeah, and I need to start improving my health. W: Me, too. What are you doing besides exercising? M: That's about all. W: I think if you eat better, it will also help a lot. M: Sleep is important, too. I heard people who sleep an average of eight hours a day have less health problems. W: Looks like there are a lot of things to do to stay healthy. M: True. But I think it is worth it. When you get older, you want to be healthy and active. W: Absolutely. Question: What is the man doing to keep fit? - Exercising. - Eating well. - Sleeping well.
A: Exercising.

Question: Read the following conversation and answer the question. Frank: Hi, Terry, you're just back from New York. Terry: Yes. Frank: It must be an exciting trip. Terry: Well, I've really seen lots of things. I saw the most spectacular view when I was crossing a bridge to Manhattan at dusk, and the skyscrapers were lit up producing a classic nighttime view of Manhattan. Frank: That's really beautiful. Terry: But that's not the whole picture. Some of the streets in New York are very rough. I saw large piles of garbage cans at the roadside, and graffiti all over garage doors and store shutters. Frank: I can't believe it. Terry: The garbage are tidily bagged and boxed, though. Frank: Did you stay in a hotel? Terry: Yes. The hotel we stayed at turned out to be fairly decent, though the room was small, with a tiny bathroom that was only about 3 feet larger than the bed. As I was inexperienced with tourist-area hotels, I was startled, I mean, the room was $129 a night. But at least the room was clean and the bed reasonably comfortable. Frank: What's your general impression of New York? Terry: Well, restaurants pack their tiny tables very tightly; grocery stores and bookstores have aisles that are narrow; the sidewalks are cluttered with newsstands, vendors and their carts, and places that aren't restrictively small, such as the lawns around the Natural History Museum, are full of people, so they're no escape. Question: Terry was impressed with ______. - a bridge to Manhattan - skyscrapers at dusk - streets in Manhattan
Answer: skyscrapers at dusk

*Question*
Read the following conversation and answer the question. W: I am afraid I haven't been able to finish the report, and I was hoping that you would give me some more time to do it. M: OK. I can give you one more day. Question: What is the woman doing? - Offering help. - Asking for help. - Asking for permission
**Answer**
Asking for permission

Read the following conversation and answer the question. W: You look very tired. It's time you went to bed, I suppose. M: No, I don't think so. I never go to bed before nine o'clock. Question: What time is it now? - Before nine. - Twelve at noon. - Ten.
Before nine.