Q: Read the following conversation and answer the question. Woman: What are you reading, Bill? Man: It's this week New Scientist. Why? Woman: I was just wondering. It looks interesting. But I've never actually read myself. It's for real scientists, or can ordinary people like me understand it? Man: Always for anyone, really. It usually has articles or stories about current affairs about science, as well as papers about new development in research. I'm reading about new telephone that allows you to see the person you are speaking to as well as see him. Woman: Oh, I heard about it. Is it on the market yet? Can I buy one? Man: No. Not this one. But the company has made other models to try on business. This one is special because its color and image is moving. Woman: Oh, that's interesting. Man: You see the first video phones. That's what they are called. They made in Japan. But they can only show still black and white image. So this video phone is much better than that. Mind you, I'm not sure I want one, would you? Woman: Well, no, I don't think a word. I bet it costs a lot of money. Did it say how much it costs? Man: Yes. The yearly black and white one costs several hundreds pounds. But one in the story is about to cost several thousands pounds. Woman: Hmm, what does anybody want one, do you think? Man: Business organizations that need frequent contact overseas want it. It's like a face-to-face conversation, so maybe a lot of overseas travels can be avoided. Woman: Yes, I suppose so. Question: The following details are true about the new device EXCEPT - it has color - it has a moving image - it costs less money
A: it costs less money

Q: Read the following conversation and answer the question. W: Good evening and welcome to this week's Business World, the program for and about business people. Tonight, we have Mr. Steven Kayne, who has just taken over and established bicycle shop. Tell us, Mr. Kayne, what made you want to run yourown store? M: Well, I always loved racing bikes and fixing them. When I was working full-time as a salesman for a big company, I seldom had time to enjoy my hobby. I knew then that as soon as I had enough money to get my own business going, I'll do it. I had my heart set on it and I didn't let anything stand in my way. When I went down to the bank and got a business loan, I knew I'd love being myown boss. Now my time is my own. I open the store when I want and leave when I want. W: You mean you don't keep regular hours? M: Well, the sign on my store says the hours are ten to six, but if business isslower than usual, I can just lock up and take off early. W: Have you hired any employees to work with you yet? M: Yeah, a couple of friends of mine who love biking as much as I do. They help me out a few days a week. It's great because we play cards or just sit around and talk when there are no customers. W: Thank you, Mr. Kayne. We wish you success in your new business. Question: What do we learn about the people working in the shop? - They work five days a week. - They are all the man's friends. - They are paid by the hour.
A: They are all the man's friends.

Q: Read the following conversation and answer the question. Man: Hey, hey, neighbor. What are you doing with my trees? My wife planted that tree 25 years ago. Get off that ladder. Neighbor: Listen. Even though the trees are in your yard, some of the branches hang over into mine, and I am getting sick and tired of raking up your leaves and picking up all the branches that fall off during storms throughout the year. And the walnuts off this tree ... they litter my yard and damage my lawnmower when I cut the grass. And my dog eats them, and he ends up with terrible diarrhea. Man: Still. You can't cut off those branches. Neighbor: Watch me. It's completely legal. I check the city code and law regarding this issue, and I am well within my rights. Man: I'm not sure about that. Anyway, It's just not right. You didn't say anything to us about it ... Neighbor: I don't have to. Man: Yeah, but you could have said something. Anything! I mean I want to stay on friendly terms with you, but the basic courtesy of informing your neighbors is the least you could have done. Neighbor: Okay. I'm cutting down your branches. You've been informed ... now, stand back! Man: Hey. Don't expect an invitation to our next barbecue or book club! Neighbor: See if I care. Hey, what are you doing? Stop shaking the ladder. You're acting juvenile now. Help! Question: The tree was planted ______________ years ago. - 20 - 23 - 25
A: 25

Q: Read the following conversation and answer the question. W: Can I help you? M: Yes, I'm looking for a white shirt. Question: What is the man going to buy? - A T-shirt. - A white coat. - A white shirt.
A: A white shirt.