Read the following conversation and answer the question. M: It's raining again. W: It has rained for 4 days. Do you think it'll ever stop? Question: What are they talking about? - The weather. - The wind. - Running.
The weather.

Read the following conversation and answer the question. Game Show Host: Hello, everyone and welcome to the Dating Game, where men and women meet the people of their dreams. Now, let's have our contestants introduce themselves, and then Sarah can ask some questions. Here we go. Contestant number one. Ryan: Hi, Sarah. My name is Ryan, nd I'm 27 years old, and I work as a doctor at City Hospital. I enjoy reading books on history, hiking with my dog, Amelia, and eating Japanese food. I also like a woman who loves adventure, is open to new ideas, and likes discussing world politics and government. Game Show Host: Okay. Well, thank you, Ryan. Let's go on to Contestant Number 2. Nate: Hi. I'm Nate. I'm 24 years old, and I am a guitar player in a rock band. I love traveling to new countries, watching action movies, and playing video games with my friends. And I love women who like my music, don't mind loud rock music, and a person who loves a good cheeseburger over the grill. I think I'm the man for you. Game Show Host: Well, thank you Nate. That's Contestant Number 2. Let's go on to Contestant Number 3. Charles: Hello. My name is Charles. I'm 29 years old, and I teach English at the University of Utah. In my free time, I enjoy mountain biking, gardening, and raising chickens in my back yard. I also help feed the homeless once a week. I also speak three languages, and I prefer women who have a good sense of humor, and cook all kinds of food, and who find joy in serving others. Game Show Host: Well, there we have it. Three contestants. And we will have Sarah ask these contestants questions after right after this commercial break. Question: Nate enjoys ______________. - reading books on rock music - playing soccer with his friends - visiting new places
visiting new places

Q: Read the following conversation and answer the question. M: You must be pretty excited about your trip to Europe, Dorothy. When are you leaving? W: In just two weeks, and I am excited. I've been looking forward to this training program for a long time. But there are still a few things I need to do before I go. M: Like what? W: Like renewing my passport and figuring out what to do with my apartment while I'm gone. M: You are not going to give it up, are you? W: No way! I'll never find another apartment like it around here. But I don't like the idea of paying three months for an empty apartment, either. So, I'm looking for someone to take it while I'm away. M: Um, let me think. Oh, I know just a person. An old colleague of mine, Jim Thomas. He is coming here to do some research this summer, from June to August. W: Well, that's exactly when I'll be away! M: Tell you what: I'll be calling Jim late this week anyway, so I'll mention it to him. W: Well, thanks, Bill. Question: How long will Dorothy stay in Europe? - A few days. - Two weeks. - Three months.
A: Three months.

Question: Read the following conversation and answer the question. W: Hello, this is TBC Television Studios. How can I help you? M: Hello. I'm calling because I saw an ad in the campus newspaper. It said you wanted an assistant to work on your local news program. W: Right. But you do realize that we just need volunteers. It's an unpaid position. M: Oh, sure. I understand that. I just want to get some experience working for television news production after I get my degree. W: I see. Well, you'll need to talk to Ms. Black. She is in charge of the program. But first, you'll need to come here to fill out an application form. Can you drop by the studio later today? Question: Why is the man applying for this position? - He needs a well-paid position. - He has recently lost another job. - He wants some working experience.
Answer: He wants some working experience.

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Read the following conversation and answer the question. Woman: Excuse me. Is this seat taken? Man: It is now. Take a seat. Woman: Thanks. I had been waiting for over two hours for the bus to come. Man: Yeah. The bus broke down about 50 miles back. Actually, the bus driver lost control of the bus when he split hot chocolate on himself, and then as he tried to regain control of the bus, he hit a rock and the bus blew a tire. Woman: Uh. Are you sure this bus in safe? Man: I'm not sure if it's safe, but you can't beat the price of the trip. Woman: So, where are you from? Man: To tell the truth, I really don't know. Woman: Uh, what do you mean? Man: Well, you see, I was adopted when I was a baby. I was told that I was born in New York City, but I can't be sure about that. Then, my new parents raised me in a small town Texas. I'm sure you've never heard of it. Woman: Oh. Man: My parents, Fred and Norma, had a farm, so I grew up milking cows and herding sheep. Actually, I'm on my way to visit them now. Woman: You mean back to Texas? Man: Oh no. They sold that farm years ago when they discovered oil on their property. They live on a ranch right outside of Las Vegas. Beautiful place with a pool ... Woman: Las Vegas. Las Vegas? I thought this bus was heading to Chicago ... in the opposite direction! Man: Ah. You're on the wrong bus. Woman: I got to get off. Man: Hey, relax. Spend a weekend with me and my parents on the ranch. I can teach you how to milk a cow or something. Woman: I have to get off. Man: Relax. Anyway, once this bus left the station, it ain't gonna stop until the next stop ... three hours from now. The driver got really upset when the last passenger made a similar mistake. Hey, sit and relax. Let me tell you about farm. I have plenty of stories. Question: The woman realizes that _______________. - she and the man are distant cousins - the bus isn't going to her destination - the bus driver isn't paying attention to the road
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the bus isn't going to her destination

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Read the following conversation and answer the question. M: Hi, can I talk to Mary, please? W: This is Mary. Who's that speaking? M: Hi, Mary. This is Greg Sonders from Brown College. W: How can I help you, Mr. Sonders? M: Well, your papers mention your impressive grade point average. And your test scores meet our admission standards. But we'd like to know if you'd be interested in college sports. W: Definitely! I wrote on my application that I played high school basketball. In fact, I hold my school's all time record for points scored in a game. M: Great! Do you play any other sports? W: I also play volleyball. M: Great! Well, you've certainly made an impression on us. We'll let you know our decision soon. W: Thanks! M: Goodbye. Question: What sport is Mary probably best at? - Volleyball. - Basketball. - Baseball.
**Answer**
Basketball.