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: So, how was your vacation? You went to Paris, didn't you? W: Yeah, with my parents. We just got back on Saturday. It was wonderful! M: What sights did you visit? W: Well, we saw all the most famous places, the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame Cathedral... They were so interesting. M: Did you take any tours? W: Just one - a boat tour on the Seine River. M: Wow! That sounds fantastic. W: Yeah. It was a great way to see the city. M: Did you go to any of the famous art museums? W: Yeah. My parents love art, so they spent hours in the museums. But for me, it was pretty boring. I'm just not very interested in paintings. M: So, what else did you do? W: Well, I guess my favorite thing to do was just to sit in cafes and watch the people. It was really relaxing, and French coffee is terrific. M: It sounds like a great vacation to me. But I have work at hand. Hopefully I'll be there one day., Question: Which of the following is a great way to see the city? (A) Taking a boat tour on the Seine River. (B) Visiting the most famous art museums. (C) Going to famous places for sightseeing.

SOLUTION: (A) Taking a boat tour on the Seine River.

PROBLEM: W: What's the accommodation like in London, Ahmed? M: Well, it's a bit difficult. There are thousands of overseas students here, you know. W: Would it be better to stay in a hotel, to share a flat, or to stay with a family? M: It would probably be better to stay with a family to begin with, Carla. W: You wouldn't recommend sharing a flat? M: No, I wouldn't move into a flat if I were you. You won't get much studying done in a flat. You'll spend half your time cooking and cleaning! W: How can I find out about families who take in students? M: There's a list at the student union building, on campus. The people at the student union should be able to help you find a family to stay with., Question: Where does the man like to stay? (A) In a hotel. (B) In a flat with others. (C) In a house with a family.

SOLUTION:
(C) In a house with a family.