TASK DEFINITION: In this task, you will be shown a conversation and a question. You need to answer the question and choose the correct option based on the conversation. "W" and "M" in the conversations stand for "woman" and "man".
PROBLEM: W: I've sent out the invitations for the dinner party. M: That's good. Now what should we do? W: We need to plan the menu. M: Oh, that's right. What do you have in mind? W: I think I'm going to make the chicken salad we had at our 39th wedding anniversary. Remember, I asked Thomson, the chef of the restaurant where we often go, for the recipe? M: Oh, yes. I remember. Time sure flies! Now we are celebrating our golden anniversary! And Thomson was very friendly. You know, chefs seldom tell people their recipes. They often keep them a secret. W: I understand that. So you see, I have promised I will also keep the recipe a secret. M: Well, Thomson will appreciate that. Oh, but did you forget that Linda doesn't eat chicken? W: Linda? Oh, my Gosh! I forgot to invite her! She'll be mad at me. It just slipped my mind. Thanks for reminding me! I think I'm getting old! M: Looks like you are!, Question: How many years have the speakers got married? (A) 40. (B) 50. (C) 60.

SOLUTION: (B) 50.

PROBLEM: W: Why is it so hot these days? M: The weather report says another typhoon is forming in the western Pacific and is moving towards the mainland. W: That's why it's burning hot these days. By the way, will our city be hit by the typhoon? M: I'm afraid so. It will hit our city on its way towards the mainland. W: When will it arrive? M: It is expected to arrive here tomorrow evening. W: So we must be prepared for it. M: Yes. The government has warned the fishermen not to go fishing too far out to sea, and told all citizens not to stay out when the typhoon arrives. I'm afraid it will cause a serious damage. We'll have to be careful., Question: When is the typhoon likely to come to the speakers' city? (A) Tomorrow morning. (B) Today. (C) Tomorrow evening.

SOLUTION: (C) Tomorrow evening.

PROBLEM: W: Can I help you, sir? M: Yes, please. I'd like to have a pair of shoes. W: What size would you like, please? M: Size eleven. W: OK. What about this pair? M: Sorry, I don't like white. Have you got any other colors? W: Oh, yes. We have also got blue, brown and black. M: Can I have a look at the black ones? Black is my favourite colour. W: Sure. Here you are. M: They look nice. What's the price? W: Fifty dollars. M: May I try them on? W: Yes, please. M: OK. I'll take this pair. Here's the money. W: Thank you., Question: What does the man want to buy? (A) Trousers. (B) Socks. (C) Shoes.

SOLUTION:
(C) Shoes.