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: 796-3758. M: Hello. James Clock speaking. May I have a word with Mary? W: I'll just see if she's in. M: Right you are. W: I'm afraid she's not here., Question: Who answered the phone? (A) Not mentioned. (B) Mary. (C) Sue.

SOLUTION: (A) Not mentioned.

PROBLEM: M: Hello, Louise. Have you seen my new supermarket yet? W: Yes. I've heard of it actually. I suppose you must like it. M: Yes, I mean it's marvelous. W: Oh, Jeff. I really can't agree. I don't like it at all. My shop is much better. M: You must be mad. I think it's really...you know...so easy to buy everything in one place. W: Yes, it's easy. But don't you think the food isn't...I mean small shops usually have much fresher food. M: Maybe, but you pay for it. Small shops are more expensive, aren't they? W: Yes, I agree with you, but supermarket staff are badly paid and they are really...but you get better service in small shops. They are much more friendly. M: No, everyone in my supermarket is very nice., Question: What are the two speakers generally talking about? (A) People served in shops. (B) Goods in various qualities. (C) Shopping in different places.

SOLUTION: (C) Shopping in different places.

PROBLEM: W: Hello! 6896443. M: Hello! Is that Lucy? W: Speaking! M: Hi! This is Tom! Can I speak to Lily? W: Sorry. She isn't in at the moment. Can I take a message? M: Could you please tell her not to wait for me this evening? We planned to go to a party together, but something important came up and I have to rush off. I'll be back in Cairo at the beginning of next week. W: Right. I'll tell her. Are you leaving now? M: Yes, I leave at half past two. Please give my love to her. Thank you! W: You're welcome. M: Could you ask her to phone me when she gets in? W: Sure. You'd better give me your number. M: Yes, it's 13962-72854. W: OK. I've recorded it. M: Thanks very much indeed. Bye! W: Bye!, Question: What do we know about Tom and Lily? (A) Teacher and student. (B) Boss and employer. (C) Boyfriend and girlfriend.

SOLUTION:
(C) Boyfriend and girlfriend.