Read the following conversation and answer the question. M: Lucy, you are late for class again. W: Sorry. I study for the math test last night and went to bed late. M: Well, I see. Come earlier next time. Question: Where are they talking? - In the library. - In the classroom. - In the theater.
In the classroom.

Read the following conversation and answer the question. M: What do you usually do in your spare time? W: I have joined a singing group and we practice two afternoons each week. M: That's a very interesting thing to do. W: Yes. It's a small group of only fifteen girls and boys. But nobody has been late for the practice. M: I see. How many songs can you sing now? W: We started only three months ago, but we've practiced eight songs. M: Are you going to perform any time? W: Yes, there will be a school show next month and we are going to sing a song in it. We are practicing a new song now. It's written by one of the singers in our group. M: Really? What's the name of the song? W: Sunny Days. M: That's a nice name. I hope to listen to it soon. Can I visit you when you practice? Question: What is the singing group doing these days? - Practicing eight songs. - Performing a new song. - Practicing for a school show.
Practicing for a school show.

Q: Read the following conversation and answer the question. M: Hello? W: Hello. Is that Mr. Jackson? M: Yes, it is. W: Mr. Jackson. I am a reporter from the TV station at our school. As far as I know, you are a very successful teacher, and quite popular among the students, so I want to ask you some questions about your teaching and your students. M: OK. W: First question, do you often give homework to your students after class? M: It depends. Maybe once or twice a week. W: Do you think it is good for your students to do a lot of homework? M: No, I don't think so. Too much homework takes too much of their free time. I seldom give homework to my students on the weekend. W: Do you agree the students need a lot of exercises in their spare time? M: Well, yes, but they also need time to relax and have a rest, especially on weekends. W: You are a great teacher. By the way, what do you do in your free time? M: I'm a very good football player. My team won the first place in our city last year. W: Congratulations! Well, thank you for your help. Question: Where does the conversation take place? - At the TV station. - At the school gate. - Over the telephone.
A: Over the telephone.

Question: Read the following conversation and answer the question. W: So, are you leaving for the US tonight? M: Don't ask. I'm now killing. W: Why? M: Because I have to stay here for a meeting with my boss. W: Oh, well, never mind, now you can come to Joy's party tonight. Question: How is the man feeling? - Disappointed - Encouraged - Delighted
Answer: Disappointed

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Read the following conversation and answer the question. M: Hi, Sue, it's me. W: Well, hello, where have you been all day, Steve? Mr. Smith asked me this morning where you were but he didn't seem to be looking for you or anything. M: What did you say? W: I told him that I didn't know. He seemed very busy as manager always are. Are you OK? M: I'm sorry. I didn't call you this morning. I've had a cold since Saturday. I haven't eaten much these days and it has made me feel really weak, but I'll probably be there tomorrow. W: All right. We'll go on a business trip next week and don't worry. You should go to see a doctor, Steve. M: Thanks, but I'm getting better now. W: Take care then, bye. M: Bye bye, Sue. Question: What do we know about Steve? - He's seeing a doctor. - He's absent from work. - He's on a business trip.
**Answer**
He's absent from work.

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Read the following conversation and answer the question. M: Operator, I want to make a person-to-person call to Miss Marilyn Peters in Washington, D.C. The number is 393-5331. W: One moment, please. I'll get that number for you. Hello. Is this 393-5331? Is this Miss Marilyn Peters? It is? I have a long distance call for you. M: How much is it, Operator? W: That will be two dollars for the first three minutes. M: Hello? Hello? Marilyn? Operator! Operator, we've been disconnected. W: One moment, please. I'll see if I can connect you again. Question: How much will it cost? - $ 2 for the first three minutes. - $ 2 a minute. - $ 2 for three minutes.
(Answer)
$ 2 for the first three minutes.