Read the following conversation and answer the question. M: Where were you today? I searched for you everywhere. I thought we could study together for tomorrow's quiz. W: I went to the countryside. I forgot we would have the history quiz tomorrow. In fact, my trips to the countryside are few and far between. Question: What does the woman mean? - She seldom goes to the countryside. - The countryside is too far from the city. - This was the first time she went to the countryside.
She seldom goes to the countryside.

Read the following conversation and answer the question. Ron: Uh, could I borrow a few bucks until payday? I'm a little strapped for cash. Nancy: Uh, yeah, I guess, but I'm pinching pennies myself, and you still owe me $20 from last week. And mom and your friend Ron said you borrowed money from them this past week. [Oh, yeah.] How ARE things going anyway? Ron: Well, not very well. To be honest, I'm really in the hole, and I can't seem to make ends meet these days. Nancy: What do you mean? I thought you landed a great job recently, so you must be loaded. Ron: Well, I do have a job, but I've used my credit cards to pay off a lot of things recently, but now, I can't seem to pay the money off. Nancy: Uh, do you have a budget? I mean, how do you keep track of your income and expenses? Ron: Well, when my money runs out, I come to you. Of course. [Great!] No, but I guess I should have some financial plan. Nancy: Well, let me see if I can help you. How much money do you spend on your apartment? Ron: Uh, I pay $890 on rent for the studio apartment downtown ... not including utilities and cable TV. But the place has an awesome view of the city. Nancy: Uh, $890! Why are you paying through the nose for such a small place when you could find a cheaper one somewhere outside of the downtown area? Ron: Yeah, I guess. Nancy: Okay. How much money do you spend on food a month? Ron: Hmmm. I'm not really sure. I think I spend around $600. [$600?!] Well, I go out to eat at least four times a week, so those expenses add up. I just don't enjoy eating alone, and I don't have a knack for cooking like you do. Nancy: Well, I can understand that, but perhaps you ought to buy some microwaveable meals you could prepare at home. Ron: Well, I guess I could. Nancy: And entertainment? Ron: Well, I spend a few dollars here and there on basketball and movie tickets, a concert or two, and ballroom dance lessons. Nancy: Uh, exactly how much do you spend on all of these? Just a "few" dollars? Ron: Well, oh ... about $400 or so. Nancy: Or so? No wonder you're having money problems. You... Question: Which sentence would identify the man's current situation? - He has a lot of expenses including student loans. - He has a decent job, but he's looking for a new one. - He's in debt and is trying to borrow money.
He's in debt and is trying to borrow money.

Q: Read the following conversation and answer the question. Man: Whew! It's pretty cold today. Woman: Yeah. My fingers are numb. Man: So, do you often ski here? Woman: No, this is my first time. Actually, this is my first time skiing ... ever. Man: So, how do you like it so far? Woman: The snow is great [ Yeah ...], but it's too crowded. You know, two people crashed into me on my first run, and some stupid skier was going way too fast ... drove me into some trees. [ Wow! ] I crashed and lost one of my gloves. [ Oh, man. ] Fortunately, I had an extra pair with me. Man: Wow. Well, did the woman stop and apologize? Woman: No, it was a man. I'm certain of it. He just ... he just laughed at me. Why do you think it was a woman, anyway? Man: Uh, well, no reason. I mean, well, you know. Woman: What? You know what? Man: Uh, uh, nothing. Woman: Yeah. You just wait until I find that guy. Man: Uh, well, what are you going to do to him, I mean, if you find him? Woman: First, I'm going to break his skis. [ Oh, well ... ] And then, I'm going to take his picture and post it on Facebook. Man: Uh, don't you think that's a little drastic? Perhaps, it was a simple mistake. And how are you going to identify him anyway? Woman: Oh, that's easy. He was wearing bright red boots and a purple hat ... um, just like yours. Heh, heh, heh ... Man: Now, now, now. Wait, wait! Yeah. What do you mean? [ Yeah ... ] Wait! Why are you looking at me? You don't think it was me, do you? ... Do you like jazz music? Question: The woman says she can recognize the other skier by his __________. - hair and eyes - crazy laugh - clothing
A: clothing

Question: Read the following conversation and answer the question. M: Did it cost very much to stay overnight in the hotel? W: More than you would believe. Question: What does the woman mean? - the cost was reasonable - the cost was unbelievably high - she likes the hotel
Answer: the cost was unbelievably high

*Question*
Read the following conversation and answer the question. W: Good evening, sir, may I help you? M: Yes, I'd like to check in, please. W: Certainly, sir. Do you have a reservation? M: Yes, the name is Johnson. Question: Where does the conversation probably take place? - At a restaurant. - At a hotel. - At an airport.
**Answer**
At a hotel.

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Read the following conversation and answer the question. M: I enjoy camping out in the summer. A great change from city life, I think. W: Yes, you said it. I went with my friends last sunday. Question: What are they talking about? - Weekend plan. - Changes in the city. - Going camping in the summer.
(A).
Going camping in the summer.