onionmonster/dream · Datasets at Hugging Face

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[ "M: Are you going to join the swimming club this summer?", "W: Swimming takes up too much of my time." ]	[ { "answer": "She won't join the swimming club.", "choice": [ "She likes swimming very much.", "She won't join the swimming club.", "She doesn't enjoy swimming as much as she used to." ], "question": "What can we learn from the dialogue about the woman?" } ]	13-125
[ "W: We are going to visit the flower exhibition tomorrow.", "M: Are you? May I join you?" ]	[ { "answer": "He wants to go with them.", "choice": [ "He is not interested in going.", "He wants to go with them.", "He will invite his friends." ], "question": "What does the man mean?" } ]	12-426
[ "M: Gordon needs to find another place to live. The apartment he rents now has been sold to a new owner.", "W: He'd better start looking right away. When all the students come back in a few weeks, he won't find any near the campus." ]	[ { "answer": "Find an apartment soon.", "choice": [ "Share the place he's renting.", "Avoid living near the campus.", "Find an apartment soon." ], "question": "What does the woman suggest Gordon do?" } ]	5-827
[ "M: Driving at night always makes me tired. Let's stop for dinner.", "W: Fine. And let's find a motel, so that we can get an early start tomorrow." ]	[ { "answer": "Stop for the night.", "choice": [ "Cook their dinner.", "Rest for a while.", "Stop for the night." ], "question": "What will the speakers probably do?" } ]	5-533
[ "M: Good morning. Can I help you?", "F: I'd like to buy a pair of shoes for my son." ]	[ { "answer": "In a shop", "choice": [ "In the classroom", "On the street", "In a shop" ], "question": "Where does it happen?" } ]	12-300
[ "M: Do you feel like watching the evening news?", "W: You ought to stay away from me. I have a bad cold and wouldn't want you to catch it." ]	[ { "answer": "She doesn't want the man to get sick.", "choice": [ "She'd like to watch the news elsewhere since her room is cold.", "She's angry with the man and would like him to leave.", "She doesn't want the man to get sick." ], "question": "What does the woman mean?" } ]	20-44
[ "M: Excuse me. Do you know where Davies Auditorium is?", "W: I'm not sure. I'm looking for it too because I have a class there at 10:30. I think it's this way.", "M: Do you mind if I walk with you?", "W: No. What class do you have in Davies?", "M: I'm taking the introductory economics class. I hear it's a big class.", "W: Yes. My roommate took the class last semester and she said there were over 400 people in the lecture hall.", "M: Wow. I hope the lecturer is good, because, if he isn't, the class will be boring. I hate boring classes!", "W: Oh, look. Here's Davies. I hope you have a good class. Hope it's not too boring!", "M: Yes, me too. Thanks for your help." ]	[ { "answer": "Introductory economics.", "choice": [ "Advanced economics.", "Introductory economics.", "Advanced physics." ], "question": "What class is the man trying to find?" }, { "answer": "Walking on campus.", "choice": [ "Walking on campus.", "Waiting in a dormitory lounge.", "Eating at a dinning hall." ], "question": "What are the two speakers probably doing when the conversation takes place?" }, { "answer": "Her roommate took the course last semester.", "choice": [ "She took the class last semester.", "Her roommate took the course last semester.", "She heard about it on the school radio station." ], "question": "How does the woman know that the economics class had a lot of students?" } ]	21-288
[ "Man: Hey. Can you give me a hand with the groceries? And I told you I could do the shopping.", "Woman: Wow! Do we really need all this stuff? Let me see that receipt.", "Man: Hey, I only bought the essentials.", "Woman: Okay. Let's see. Dog food. Twenty-four dollars and seventy cents ($24.70)? We don't even have a dog!", "Man: Well, it WAS going to be a surprise, but look in the back of the truck.", "Woman: What?", "Man: Ah, ha, hah. Speechless. I knew you'd love him.", "Woman: That thing? That dog's as big as a horse. He probably eats like one, too.", "Man: Ah, but he's sure friendly. And someone was giving him away at the supermarket, and I... I... I couldn't let that poor thing pass another day without a loving home.", "Woman: Whatever. Where was I? Eighteen dollars and nineteen cents ($18.19) for twenty-four cans of tomato juice? You don't even like that stuff!", "Man: Ahhhh. Not yet. I've decided to change my eating habits.", "Woman: Right.", "Man: You'll see, you'll see.", "Woman: Okay. Let's see. Three eighty-four ($3.84) for a box of chocolate cookies and twelve fifty-six ($12.56) for a case of soft drinks. [Yeah!] Changing your eating habits, huh? Do you really think that cookies are some type of diet food?", "Man: Hey, I'll just eat a cookie or two every other hour. In fact, they're a great source of carbohydrates for energy. And, you see, the tomato juice and cookies kind of, you know, cancel each other out.", "Woman: Oh brother. I can't believe what I'm hearing. Let's see. Where was I? A carton of eggs, two fifty ($2.50) for a gallon of milk, three cans of tuna. Okay. [Yeah.] And finally two steaks for eight fourteen ($8.14). Now, something worth enjoying. I'll get the grill started.", "Man: Oh, we... w... well. The steaks are for Herbert.", "Woman: Herbert. Who's Herbert?", "Man: Uh, he's the dog. [No!] You see, the previous owner said that he's kind of... he's somewhat picky about what he eats, [No!], and the steaks might help him adjust [Absolutely not!].... no, no, no, and the steaks might help him adjust to his new home. Hey, what are you doing? Oh, no. Why did you throw the steaks out on the ground outside?", "Woman: Well, now, you and Herbert can get to know each other better. I'm going out to eat by myself.", "Man: Ughh." ]	[ { "answer": "The man adopts a dog from a stranger.", "choice": [ "Their dog was hit by a truck and needed food.", "The man adopts a dog from a stranger.", "The product was on sale at the supermarket." ], "question": "Why did the man buy dog food at the supermarket?" }, { "answer": "He's trying to modify the way he eats.", "choice": [ "He plans on making a unique spaghetti sauce.", "He's trying to modify the way he eats.", "He wants to make a vegetable drink." ], "question": "Why does he buy tomato juice?" }, { "answer": "$2.50", "choice": [ "$2.05", "$2.15", "$2.50" ], "question": "How much was the milk?" }, { "answer": "a carton of orange juice", "choice": [ "a package of cookies", "some cans of tuna", "a carton of orange juice" ], "question": "Which item did the man NOT buy?" }, { "answer": "The man is preparing the steaks for the dog.", "choice": [ "The man is preparing the steaks for the dog.", "The man only bought one steak for himself.", "The grill can't be used to cook the steaks." ], "question": "Why does the woman get upset at the end of the conversation?" } ]	1-62
[ "M: Did you go shopping alone yesterday?", "W: No, my sister went with me." ]	[ { "answer": "She and her sister.", "choice": [ "She herself.", "Her sister.", "She and her sister." ], "question": "Who went shopping yesterday?" } ]	11-33
[ "W: Did you see the large crowd on the street corner when you came to school this morning?", "M: Yes, I did. What was that all about?", "W: A serious accident happened. A drunk driver hit a bus full of passengers.", "M: Oh dear! A lot of people must have been hurt or even killed?", "W: You are right! All the injured people were taken to the hospital immediately.", "M: I hope so. Drivers must be careful, especially during rush hour.", "W: I agree with you. We will all be safe if everyone obeys the traffic rules." ]	[ { "answer": "At 7:30 a.m.", "choice": [ "At 8:00 p.m.", "At 11:00 a.m.", "At 7:30 a.m." ], "question": "When did the accident probably happen?" }, { "answer": "The drunk driver.", "choice": [ "The bad weather.", "The drunk driver.", "A careless passer-by." ], "question": "What most likely caused the accident?" } ]	4-936
[ "W: I want to invite more friends to the party, what do you think?", "M: The more, the happier." ]	[ { "answer": "He wants to invite more people to the party.", "choice": [ "He wants to invite the woman to the party.", "He wants to invite more people to the party.", "A big party needs more people to take part in." ], "question": "What does the man mean?" } ]	12-259
[ "M: Did you hear that over 300 people applied for the entry-level job at Show's Department Store?", "W: Oh, really. It's a dog-eat-dog world out there." ]	[ { "answer": "The world is very competitive and often unfair.", "choice": [ "The world is very competitive and often unfair.", "There are over 300 jobs for you to apply for.", "People are very kind to dogs and give them a lot to eat." ], "question": "What does the woman imply?" } ]	20-95
[ "W: Do you know what time the bread shop opens?", "M: It usually opens at half past six, but on Sunday it opens half an hour later." ]	[ { "answer": "At 7:00.", "choice": [ "At 6:00.", "At 6:30.", "At 7:00." ], "question": "What time does the bread shop open on Sunday?" } ]	13-108
[ "M: You look tired. Where did you go last night?", "W: I planned to watch a film, but I went to meet my friend at the airport." ]	[ { "answer": "She went to the airport.", "choice": [ "She went to the airport.", "She was busy on her assignment.", "She went to watch a movie." ], "question": "What did the woman do?" } ]	21-55
[ "M: Tracy, you look happy. Did you win a prize?", "W: More than that! I've just received the new issue of the journal, and you know, my article is in it.", "M: Oh, great. It must be the article on classroom research, I guess. Congratulations!" ]	[ { "answer": "She has got her paper published.", "choice": [ "She has received the latest issue of the journal.", "She has won a prize for her research.", "She has got her paper published." ], "question": "Why is Tracy so happy?" } ]	4-618
[ "M: Mom, this is going to take forever! Animal World will be on in 20 minutes. It's my favorite program. You know I can't miss it!", "W: I know, honey. But we haveto wait in line to pay for these things we need.", "M: You promised we'd be homein time.", "W: Be a little patient, Jack. We'll get out of here soon." ]	[ { "answer": "Watch TV.", "choice": [ "Watch TV.", "Play outside.", "Go to the zoo." ], "question": "What does Jack want to do?" }, { "answer": "In a supermarket.", "choice": [ "At home.", "In a cinema.", "In a supermarket." ], "question": "Where does the conversation probably take place?" } ]	4-1361
[ "W: Now, can we get the computers before Wednesday?", "M: Well, it depends, if it is less than 10 kilometers, we can deliver them on Tuesday, but it is further away, it will be on Thursday. Where is your office?", "W: Just around the corner." ]	[ { "answer": "On Tuesday.", "choice": [ "On Tuesday.", "On Wednesday.", "On Thursday." ], "question": "When can the woman get the computers?" } ]	4-1386
[ "W: Why do we have to walk to the station? And where is it?", "M: It's just down that road...I think.", "W: Look! There's a policeman! Ask him the way.", "M: All right. I'll go and ask him.", "W: (pause for 6 seconds) So,what did he say?", "M: Well, we have to walk down this road, take the first turning on the left. Then walk until we come to the river and...", "W: The river?", "M: Yes. It's over there, and there's a bridge. Across the bridge, we will be able to see some road signs which will tell us the way.", "W: But how far is it? How long does it take to walk there?", "M: About fifteen minutes, if we walk quickly.", "W: Fifteen minutes! We may be late for the train. And with these heavy bags, too! I think we ought to take a taxi.", "M: Not at this hour. Look at the traffic. It's moving very slowly. We can get there just as quickly on foot.", "W: Well, I can't possibly carry this bag any farther.", "M: All right. Let me take it, then.", "W: Don't be silly. You can't carry two bags at the same time.", "M: Yes, I can. The bags aren't that heavy...hmm!", "W: You see! They're heavier than you thought!", "M: Perhaps it's not such a bad idea after all.", "W: What isn't such a bad idea? What do you mean?", "M: Taxi! Taxi!" ]	[ { "answer": "To the railway station.", "choice": [ "To the bus station.", "To the police station.", "To the railway station." ], "question": "Where are the man and the woman going?" }, { "answer": "Take a taxi.", "choice": [ "Take a taxi.", "Walk slowly.", "Leave the bags with the police." ], "question": "What does the woman think they should do?" }, { "answer": "He is not able to carry two bags.", "choice": [ "Fifteen minutes is too long.", "The traffic is moving too slowly.", "He is not able to carry two bags." ], "question": "What does the man find out at last?" } ]	4-160
[ "W: Looks like rain. Better look for your umbrella.", "M: Yeah, I think it's definitely going to rain. That's why I'm not going out." ]	[ { "answer": "Stay inside.", "choice": [ "Stay inside.", "Find his umbrella.", "Go out with an umbrella." ], "question": "What is the man going to do?" } ]	4-1
[ "F: Mary's handwriting is very well.", "M: Yes, she is. But Li Ping's handwriting is the best in their class." ]	[ { "answer": "Li Ping's handwriting is better than Mary's.", "choice": [ "Mary's handwriting is better than Li ping's.", "Mary's handwriting is the best in their class.", "Li Ping's handwriting is better than Mary's." ], "question": "What's meaning of this dialogue?" } ]	12-546
[ "M: I hate cafeteria food,and it seems like there is no place to sit.", "W: I can understand,but then where are we going to get lunch?", "M: I think we could go to the restaurant across the street." ]	[ { "answer": "He doesn't like the food there.", "choice": [ "He doesn't mind eating there.", "He doesn't like the food there.", "He likes the food, but it's crowded." ], "question": "What is the man's attitude towards the cafeteria?" } ]	4-102
[ "F: We'd like to sit near the window if that's possible.", "M: I'm afraid all the tables there are taken. We'd better change one." ]	[ { "answer": "All of the tables near the window are taken.", "choice": [ "All of the tables are taken.", "All of the tables near the window are taken.", "All of the tables there aren't taken." ], "question": "What does the man mean?" } ]	11-191
[ "F: Excuse me, sir. What time is it now?", "M: Sorry, my watch doesn't work." ]	[ { "answer": "Something is wrong with the man's watch.", "choice": [ "Something is wrong with the man's watch.", "The man doesn't have a watch.", "Something is wrong with the woman's watch." ], "question": "Which is correct?" } ]	12-131
[ "M: Can you speak German?", "W: Yes, I can. I speak it very well. But I know a little Italian." ]	[ { "answer": "A little Italian.", "choice": [ "A little Italian.", "A little German.", "A little English." ], "question": "Which of the following does the woman know?" } ]	15-9
[ "W: De you really mean that you want to give up the job?", "M: Well, I'll give it a second thought." ]	[ { "answer": "He'll think about whether he really wants to give up the job.", "choice": [ "He'll think about whether he really wants to give up the job.", "He'll try to find another job.", "He'll get some training first." ], "question": "What is the man going to do?" } ]	11-234
[ "W: The man at the garage thinks that I take good care of my car.", "M: So do I. I don't see any scratches on the outside and the inside is clean,too." ]	[ { "answer": "Her car is kept in good condition.", "choice": [ "Her car is kept in good condition.", "Her car is not as good as his.", "Her car is maintained as well as his." ], "question": "What does the man think of the woman's car?" } ]	5-726
[ "W: Hello, Tom. I haven't seen you for some time. How are you doing?", "M: Oh! Not too bad. I have been busy writing an article.", "W: Really? Have you finished it?", "M: Yes. I finished it yesterday.", "W: Congratulations! Are you doing something this evening?", "M: No, nothing important. Why?", "W: Well, do you feel like going to a concert? I have two tickets.", "M: Oh. Good idea. I want to do something relaxing, and I like music very much.", "W: Great. I'll meet you at your house at seven. Is that OK?", "M: OK! See you at seven.", "W: All right. See you then." ]	[ { "answer": "Writing an article.", "choice": [ "Preparing for the final exams.", "Preparing a speech.", "Writing an article." ], "question": "What has the man been doing?" }, { "answer": "Go to a concert.", "choice": [ "Take a walk.", "Go to a concert.", "Go to see a film." ], "question": "What will the man do this evening?" }, { "answer": "At 7 o'clock.", "choice": [ "At 7 o'clock.", "At 6 o'clock.", "At 5 o'clock." ], "question": "When will the woman meet the man?" } ]	4-998
[ "W: Did you forget about my birthday, honey?", "M: How could I? I've booked a table in Michael's restaurant for this evening. And I'll pick you up from work. Happy birthday!" ]	[ { "answer": "Have dinner together.", "choice": [ "Have dinner together.", "Continue working.", "Attend a birthday party." ], "question": "What will the speakers probably do this evening?" } ]	7-100
[ "W: The letter of credit will be opened in your favor within 10 working days from the date of the contract.", "M: All right. I accept your terms. I hope everything turns out Okay." ]	[ { "answer": "Within 10 working days from the date of the contract.", "choice": [ "Within 10 working days from the date of the contract.", "Within 20 working days from the date of the contract.", "Within 30 working days from the date of the contract." ], "question": "When will the letter of credit be opened?" } ]	20-29
[ "F: Hello, can I speak to Tom?", "M: Sorry, he isn't in." ]	[ { "answer": "He is out.", "choice": [ "He is here.", "He is out.", "He is in." ], "question": "Where is Tom now?" } ]	12-101
[ "W: Are you busy on Friday night, Jack?", "M: Well ... uh ... I haven't got any definite plans yet. Why?" ]	[ { "answer": "He wants to know the woman's plan.", "choice": [ "He wants to know the woman's plan.", "He has a meeting on Friday.", "He wants to go to the cinema." ], "question": "What does the man mean?" } ]	13-69
[ "W: Have you ever put a computer together before?", "M: No, never. But I think if we follow these instructions exactly, we won't have much trouble." ]	[ { "answer": "Assemble a computer.", "choice": [ "Check their computer files.", "Make some computations.", "Assemble a computer." ], "question": "What are the speakers going to do?" } ]	17-84
[ "M: Excuse me. Shall I book a double room for several days?", "W: Oh, yes. When will you arrive?", "M: We'll check in on Saturday and out on Tuesday. Is that all right?", "W: No problem." ]	[ { "answer": "At a hotel.", "choice": [ "On the street.", "At a hotel.", "At a shop." ], "question": "Where does the conversation probably take place?" } ]	4-128
[ "M: I missed the bus again today because I turned the alarm clock off in my sleep.", "W: Try putting it far away from your bed and you'll get up on time." ]	[ { "answer": "Move his alarm clock.", "choice": [ "Go to bed earlier.", "Move his alarm clock.", "Turn the alarm off." ], "question": "What does the woman suggest the man do?" } ]	4-197
[ "W: Is that optional course as hard as everybody says?", "M: It's actually even worse, believe it or not." ]	[ { "answer": "It's much more difficult than people think.", "choice": [ "It's not as hard as expected.", "It's too tough for some students.", "It's much more difficult than people think." ], "question": "What did the man say about the course?" } ]	5-49
[ "W: I went to a classical art exhibition yesterday. It is really abstract. Do you like modem art?", "M: I certainly do, yet not so much as the pop music." ]	[ { "answer": "The man likes the modern art better.", "choice": [ "The man likes the classical art in a higher degree.", "The man likes the modern art better.", "The man likes neither modem nor classical art." ], "question": "What kind of art does the mall prefer?" } ]	21-48
[ "W: You mean Jack has stopped smoking, Frank? That's amazing.", "M: Yes, it's really amazing. He used to be a chain smoker, you know.", "W: What about you? Have you thought about quitting smoking?" ]	[ { "answer": "Jack.", "choice": [ "Jack.", "Frank.", "The woman." ], "question": "Who has given up smoking?" } ]	4-596
[ "Man: Hi young lady. How may I help you?", "Girl: Well, ... yeah. I'm looking for a Father's Day gift.", "Man: Okay. How about getting your father a new wallet?", "Girl: Hmm. How much is that wallet?", "Man: Huh ... which one?", "Girl: The black one.", "Man: Oh. It's only $40.95.", "Girl: Huh? That's too expensive for me. Do you have a cheaper one?", "Man: Hmm. How about this brown leather one?", "Girl: Umm... I don't think my father will like the design on the outside, and it doesn't have a place to put pictures. How much is it anyway?", "Man: It's $25.99.", "Girl: Humm. I don't have that much money.", "Man: Okay. How much money do you have to spend?", "Girl: I'm not sure [money falling on the table]. Probably about ten dollars or so. I've been helping my mom around the house for the past week to earn some money. This is all I have.", "Man: Hmm. How about this tie?", "Girl: That's real pretty, but the price tag says $13.99, and I know I don't have that much money.", "Man: Well, let's just say the tie went on sale. How about $5.00. What do you say?", "Girl: Oh, thanks. I'll take it." ]	[ { "answer": "a present for her father", "choice": [ "a present for her mother", "a present for a friend", "a present for her father" ], "question": "What is the girl shopping for?" }, { "answer": "$40.95", "choice": [ "$49.95", "$40.95", "$44.95" ], "question": "How much is the black wallet?" }, { "answer": "There isn't a place to put pictures.", "choice": [ "There isn't a place to put pictures.", "It's too big and heavy.", "She doesn't like the color." ], "question": "Why doesn't the girl like the brown wallet?" }, { "answer": "$10.00", "choice": [ "$5.00", "$10.00", "$13.00" ], "question": "About how much does the girl have to spend?" }, { "answer": "a tie", "choice": [ "a black wallet", "a brown belt", "a tie" ], "question": "What does the girl decide to buy?" } ]	1-31
[ "M: What do you want to do this weekend?", "W: Oh, I don't know. Maybe go to the beach if it's nice weather.", "M: But we did that last weekend. Let's do something different.", "W: Hum... Hey, I know what! Why don't we climb Mt. Fuji?", "M: Great idea! I've always wanted to do that!", "W: Paul and Mary talked about a bicycle ride yesterday, but they haven't made the final decision. Maybe we could persuade them to join us.", "M: Wonderful! I give them a call right now." ]	[ { "answer": "Climb a mountain.", "choice": [ "Go to the beach.", "Climb a mountain.", "Go for a bicycle-ride." ], "question": "What are the speakers going to do this weekend?" }, { "answer": "They might be the speakers' friends.", "choice": [ "They might be the speakers' friends.", "They've decided to join the speakers.", "They did some riding yesterday." ], "question": "What do we know about Paul and Mary?" } ]	2-30
[ "W: Where do you want to eat?", "M: Is there anything wrong with the coffee shop?" ]	[ { "answer": "He thinks they ought to go to the coffee shop.", "choice": [ "He doesn't know why the coffee tastes bad.", "He thinks they ought to go to the coffee shop.", "He only wants coffee because he isn't hungry." ], "question": "What does the man mean?" } ]	3-228
[ "M: Excuse me, could you tell me where the post office is?", "W: Go straight on, turn right at the first traffic lights. The post office is about fifty meters away.", "M: I see. And is the No. 13 Middle School far away from the post office?", "W: Not far. It's about 150 meters. Where do you want to go?", "M: Oh, I only want to pick up my cousin from school. I am told that the school is next to the post office, and that is why I want to know how to get to the post office first." ]	[ { "answer": "Because she was asked two places.", "choice": [ "Because she doesn't know the places.", "Because she was asked two places.", "Because she doesn't know the man." ], "question": "Why was the woman a little confused?" }, { "answer": "Go to the Middle School.", "choice": [ "Go to the post office.", "Go to the Middle School.", "Both A and B." ], "question": "Where will the man want to go?" } ]	2-51
[ "W: I didn't think much of that performance.", "M: No. It wasn't too hot. What a pity, they're a good group after all.", "W: I couldn't hear the lead singer at all.", "M: Me neither. The guitars and drums were too bad." ]	[ { "answer": "A live concert.", "choice": [ "A record.", "Some singers.", "A live concert." ], "question": "What are the speakers talking about?" } ]	4-251
[ "M: Oh, what a morning! You know I had so much work to do and the phone just kept ringing. Three sales people called me this morning.", "W: I know how it is. I get a lot of calls, too, even on weekends." ]	[ { "answer": "Complaining.", "choice": [ "Arguing.", "Protesting.", "Complaining." ], "question": "What are the two speakers doing?" } ]	5-232
[ "F: How nice the dress is! I'd like to try it on.", "M: But dear, we don't have enough money for it." ]	[ { "answer": "No, they didn't.", "choice": [ "Yes, they did.", "No, they didn't.", "The man didn't want to buy it." ], "question": "Did they buy the dress?" } ]	12-163
[ "M: This has been an unusually cool summer.", "W: Ah, I actually had to get out my wool sweaters in August." ]	[ { "answer": "About the weather.", "choice": [ "About the weather.", "About buying a new wool sweater.", "About dry-cleaning the wool sweater." ], "question": "What are they talking about?" } ]	13-130
[ "M: Are you feeling better today?", "W: Yes, thanks. I think I can go home tomorrow.", "M: No, I'm afraid you will stay in hospital for a few more days." ]	[ { "answer": "In hospital.", "choice": [ "In her own bedroom.", "In hospital.", "In the office." ], "question": "Where is the woman now?" } ]	3-57
[ "Daughter: Dad, Dad, Dad!", "Father: Uh, what, what, uh, uh!?!?", "Daughter: The movie is over. You slept through the best part.", "Father: Ah, ah, I must have dozed off during the last few minutes.", "Daughter: Right. You were gone for so long you should have brought your pillow and blanket. So, what did you think about it?", "Father: Well, overall, I'm a little disappointed with the movie. I mean, the story was a little bizarre, you have to admit. I mean, really. How believable is a plot about a captain who navigates his spaceship to the far reaches of the galaxy and encounters a race of frog people. I mean, come on.", "Daughter: Ah, I thought it was fantastic [Uhhh]. I mean, you have to admit that the special effects were awesome, and the acting wasn't bad either.", "Father: Ah, come on. What about the ship's communications officer? I mean, what did you think about him? [Well ...] Wasn't he a little weird to you? He was always talking to himself, and he had that funny hairdo?", "Daughter: Well, he was a little ... unusual [Yeah, yeah], but the ship's doctor was amazing. It was so cool when he brought the captain back to life during one of the battles.", "Father: That was pretty realistic, but then the rest of the movie just went from bad to worse. And the photography was so fake!", "Daughter: How do you know? You were snoring so loud the neighbors probably had to close their windows. It was that bad.", "Father: Ah, well, let's go to bed" ]	[ { "answer": "absurd", "choice": [ "absurd", "fantastic", "exciting" ], "question": "What is one word to describe the father's opinion about the movie's storyline?" }, { "answer": "the doctor", "choice": [ "the captain", "the communications officer", "the doctor" ], "question": "Whose performance do father and daughter agree upon in the movie?" }, { "answer": "the acting", "choice": [ "the photography", "the soundtrack", "the acting" ], "question": "What part of the movie does the father strongly disagree about with his daughter?" }, { "answer": "science fiction", "choice": [ "comedy", "science fiction", "western" ], "question": "What kind of movie is this?" }, { "answer": "at the speakers' home", "choice": [ "at a neighbor's house", "at a movie theater", "at the speakers' home" ], "question": "Where does this conversation take place?" } ]	1-121
[ "Boy: Mum, have we got any fruit to take on the picnic? I thought there were some oranges and bananas.", "Mother: Here are the bananas. Let's take them. Oh the oranges have all gone. What about taking some grapes or apples as well?", "Boy: OK, let's take the grapes. That'll be enough." ]	[ { "answer": "Bananas and grapes.", "choice": [ "Grapes and oranges.", "Grapes and apples.", "Bananas and grapes." ], "question": "What fruit will they take?" } ]	20-90
[ "M: Does your mother like travelling?", "W: Yes, she does. But she is an armchair traveler. She says that with books, magazines, TV and the Internet, she can go anywhere, and still enjoy the comforts of home!", "M: That's interesting. My mother prefes to travel with a tour group while my father enjoys traveling alone." ]	[ { "answer": "The woman's mother.", "choice": [ "The man's mother.", "The man's father.", "The woman's mother." ], "question": "Who enjoys armchair travelling?" } ]	4-599
[ "M: Human beings aren't interested in good news, they only like what's terrible or frightening.", "W: Speak for yourself. I like to hear inspiring news." ]	[ { "answer": "Good news.", "choice": [ "Terrible news.", "Frightening news.", "Good news." ], "question": "What kind of news does the woman like to hear?" } ]	4-838
[ "W: Frank, I thought you were working in New York.", "M: I was, but I've moved back. I just couldn't get used to living in a big city, so here I am back in school taking courses for a teacher's certificate." ]	[ { "answer": "Go back to school.", "choice": [ "Move to a big city.", "Become a teacher.", "Go back to school." ], "question": "What is Frank planning to do?" } ]	5-54
[ "F: How long will your holiday be?", "M: From July to August." ]	[ { "answer": "September", "choice": [ "July", "August", "September" ], "question": "When will the man come hack to school?" } ]	12-298
[ "W: The Spring Festival is coming. Danny. How do you want to celebrate it?", "M: I don't know. We have no Spring Festival in our country.", "W: But the Spring Festival is the biggest holiday of the year in our country. People are busy shopping and preparing presents for their relatives and friends before the, New Year's Eve.", "M: That sounds exciting.", "W: Children usually put on their new clothes on the first day of the Lunar New Year. And they also can get some money given by the elders as a Lunar New Year gift on the New Year's Eve.", "M: It's really quite interesting.", "W: And all the family members must come back home on the New Year's Eve no matter how far they are away from home. We call it \"get--together\". What are you going to do on the New Year's Eve?", "M: My teacher, Professor Wang and his wife have invited me to have dinner together.", "W: Sounds great." ]	[ { "answer": "The Chinese Spring Festival.", "choice": [ "Chinese New Year's day.", "Christmas Day.", "The Chinese Spring Festival." ], "question": "What are they mainly talking about?" }, { "answer": "On the New Year's Eve.", "choice": [ "On the first day of the Lunar New Year.", "On the New Year's Eve.", "Before the New Year's Eve." ], "question": "When will the children get some money from the elder as a gift for the Lunar New Year according to the text?" }, { "answer": "Visit his teacher.", "choice": [ "Do some reading.", "Write to his parents.", "Visit his teacher." ], "question": "What will Danny do on the New Year's Eve?" } ]	3-143
[ "M: It's about 2300 km by train from Guangzhou to Beijing.", "W: Ok, it's about 500 km farther than from Guangzhou to Shanghai." ]	[ { "answer": "About 1800 km.", "choice": [ "About 2300 km.", "About 1800 km.", "About 2800 km." ], "question": "How many kilometers by train is it from Guangzhou to Shanghai?" } ]	12-408
[ "W: Somebody once said that good communication can solve any problem. Do you agree with this?", "M: I think that good communication can solve a lot of problems, and improve many a situation. I worked in some seemingly impossible situations, and saw people change dramatically all because they started communicating in better ways. But can good communication solve all problems? No. It can't stop some, people from seeing the world in twisted ways. It can't stop some people from hurting themselves.", "W: What kind of people do you have difficulty working with?", "M: I'm naturally a person who likes to be decisive, and to act, so I get impatient sometimes when I'm working with a large group. Because it takes time for everyone's voice to be heard, and for everyone's opinion to be aired. Yet I know that process is vital if they're going to reach the ultimate decision.", "W: Is success of business based more on the results of what you do, or on how you communicate what you've done?", "M: Oh, it's a combination of both. To be successful, you have to be able to achieve results. But you also have to be able to communicate what you achieve. The most successful people don't place glory on themselves, but rather on people who help them achieve success." ]	[ { "answer": "It improves many situations.", "choice": [ "It stops people from hurting each other.", "It brings glory to one's career.", "It improves many situations." ], "question": "What does the man think of good communication?" }, { "answer": "Decisive.", "choice": [ "Ill-tempered.", "Agreeable.", "Decisive." ], "question": "How does the man describe himself?" }, { "answer": "Letting everyone have his say.", "choice": [ "Consulting with other groups.", "Letting everyone have his say.", "Going through a voting process." ], "question": "What is necessary for a large group to make a final decision?" }, { "answer": "Share their achieved results with others.", "choice": [ "Get help from other group members.", "Share their achieved results with others.", "Stop seeing the world in twisted ways." ], "question": "What does one have to do to be successful in business?" } ]	9-112
[ "M: The time has come to say goodbye.", "W: So soon. It seems as if you've just got here.", "M: I feel that way, too, but they say all good things must come to an end.", "W: It certainly has been a pleasure seeing you again and renewing old memories.", "M: I've had a nice time and I really want to thank you for spending so much time showing me the sights.", "W: Oh. It was fun for me, too. It gave me the chance to get away from my everyday work and do something a little bit different.", "M: You'll be out to see us next year, then, as you promised?", "W: Oh, yes. That's our present plan unless something bad comes up. We should be there sometime in early September.", "M: We'll be expecting you." ]	[ { "answer": "Nothing lasts forever.", "choice": [ "Taking a holiday.", "Nothing lasts forever.", "Going to work." ], "question": "Why is the man leaving?" }, { "answer": "Sightseeing.", "choice": [ "Sightseeing.", "Doing business.", "Attending a meeting." ], "question": "What have the speakers been doing together?" }, { "answer": "Visiting the man.", "choice": [ "Visiting the man.", "Changing her job.", "Going to a doctor's." ], "question": "What's going to happen to the woman next September?" } ]	4-801
[ "M: At what time does the next plane to London leave, please?", "W: The next one is flight 12 at eleven, gate 10." ]	[ { "answer": "11:00.", "choice": [ "10:00.", "11:00.", "12:00." ], "question": "At what time does the next plane to London leave?" } ]	3-181
[ "W: Would you mind if we discussed tomorrow's agenda before dinner this evening?", "M: Not at all. I certainly don't want to talk about it during our meal." ]	[ { "answer": "Before dinner.", "choice": [ "Before dinner.", "During dinner.", "After dinner." ], "question": "When will they discuss the agenda?" } ]	10-14
[ "W: I still can't get over the show last Saturday evening. I keep having frightening dreams all night.", "M: So, next time before you walk into a theatre, make sure what you are going to see." ]	[ { "answer": "The woman saw a horror movie.", "choice": [ "The woman enjoyed the movie very much.", "The woman saw a horror movie.", "The man asked the woman to be careful at night." ], "question": "What do we learn from this conversation?" } ]	5-227
[ "Heather: Hey. John. This looks a great party. [Yeah!] Thanks for inviting me.", "John: No problem. Glad you could make it. Hey. Have you met any of the famous guests so far?", "Heather: Uh, no. Who exactly?", "John: Well, there is Gregorio Zuttlemisterburger ... [Who?]. Ah. They call him the \"Grip\" for short.", "Heather: Who in the world is he?", "John: You've never heard of him? [No.] He's the world famous snake trainer ... He's never met a snake he couldn't train to dance and hiss at the same time.", "Heather: Seriously? Where is he?", "John: Uh, he's the tall guy over there in the purple jacket and green pants. He probably has a snake or two with him tonight.", "Heather: Huh?", "John: And then there is Georgina, the Great.", "Heather: Georgina ... and great for what?", "John: Are you serious? You've never heard of her? She is the world's greatest arm wrestler. I mean, World champion. She's the petite woman next to the fireplace with the bright yellow dress and the tennis shoes.", "Heather: I thought you said famous people ... like, like people we all know.", "John: And, and there is Brad Pitt ...", "Heather: Now, there's someone I recognize ...", "John: ... the captain of the national Yo-Yo team [What?]. Yeah. He's the short, stocky man sitting at the table wearing the black and red checkered shirt. I'm sure he'd do a few tricks for you if you asked.", "Heather: Uh, no thank you. I think I've had enough entertainment for one evening.", "John: Okay." ]	[ { "answer": "animals", "choice": [ "famous athletes", "animals", "world dancers" ], "question": "Gregorio is well known for his ability to work with ____________." }, { "answer": "He has on a blue jacket.", "choice": [ "He's tall.", "He's wearing green slacks.", "He has on a blue jacket." ], "question": "What is one thing that is NOT true about him?" }, { "answer": "She's a popular sports figure.", "choice": [ "She's a popular sports figure.", "She's famous for her cooking skills.", "She makes a living selling tennis shoes." ], "question": "What does Georgina do for a living?" }, { "answer": "small", "choice": [ "large", "heavy", "small" ], "question": "Georgina is a ____________ woman wearing a yellow dress." }, { "answer": "He's sitting in the room.", "choice": [ "He's sitting in the room.", "He's standing by a table.", "He's eating some refreshments." ], "question": "What is the other invited guest, Brad Pitt, doing in the conversation?" } ]	1-24
[ "W: Professor Newman, a few of us at the back didn't get a copy of your reading assignment.", "M: Well, there're only 38 names on my class list. And I didn't bring any spare copies." ]	[ { "answer": "Some of the students are not on the professor's list.", "choice": [ "Some students at the back cannot hear the professor.", "The professor has changed his reading assignment.", "Some of the students are not on the professor's list." ], "question": "What do we learn from the conversation?" } ]	5-66
[ "M: Excuse me. Has there been an emergency?", "W: Oh, no sir. There's just a storm, so the plane will leave a little later this afternoon." ]	[ { "answer": "There will be a short delay.", "choice": [ "There will be a short delay.", "There will be a long delay.", "The flight has been canceled." ], "question": "What do we know about the flight?" } ]	10-27
[ "W: I've never seen you have such confidence before an exam.", "M: It's more than confidence. Right now I feel that if I get less than an A, it'll be the fault of the exam itself." ]	[ { "answer": "He is sure of his success in the exam.", "choice": [ "He enjoys finding fault with exams.", "He is sure of his success in the exam.", "He doesn't know if he can do well in the exam." ], "question": "What does the man mean?" } ]	5-480
[ "W: Is this your book, Stephen?", "M: No, it isn't mine. It's Tom's." ]	[ { "answer": "It's Tom's.", "choice": [ "It's Tom's.", "It's Stephen's.", "It's mine." ], "question": "Whose book is it?" } ]	12-448
[ "W: So Martin, what sports do you play?", "M: I play football, volleyball, tennis, and table tennis but volleyball is my favorite game as it's team game and you can play it with your friends, and enjoy it as a team.", "W: Is it quite a fast game as well?", "M: Yeah. It is a fast game and that's another reason why I enjoy it.", "W: How exciting...", "M: Yes.", "W: Where do you play, then?", "M: I play at local sports centres more during the winter and sort of play in tournaments around England. I also, in the summer, play beach volleyball.", "W: Is beach volleyball different from the volleyball you play in the centres?", "M: Yes, it's a very different game. Instead of six players on a team, it's only two players.", "W: You mentioned you played in tournaments--now do you do quite well in the tournaments?", "M: Yes, I've played for South West England and we've got through to the semi-finals of different England tournaments, and for Wessex, my other volleyball team, we've actually won a few tournaments. So yes, I have done quite well.", "W: Oh well done!" ]	[ { "answer": "Volleyball.", "choice": [ "Football.", "Volleyball.", "Tennis." ], "question": "Which is Martin's favourite sport?" }, { "answer": "On the beach.", "choice": [ "At local sports centres.", "In tournaments.", "On the beach." ], "question": "Where does Martin play his favourite sport in the summer?" }, { "answer": "Two.", "choice": [ "Two.", "Four.", "Three." ], "question": "How many people form a team for beach volleyball?" }, { "answer": "Two.", "choice": [ "One.", "Two.", "Three." ], "question": "How many teams has Martin played for?" } ]	17-328
[ "W: Is it raining outside, Bob?", "M: Is it raining? Can't you see that I'm almost wet to the skin?" ]	[ { "answer": "It is raining heavily.", "choice": [ "It is raining slightly.", "It is raining heavily.", "It is shining." ], "question": "What is happening outside?" } ]	4-594
[ "M: You ought to see a doctor about the cough.", "W: I guess I should. I've been putting it off for days." ]	[ { "answer": "She hasn't seen her doctor.", "choice": [ "She has almost recovered from her cough.", "She hasn't seen her doctor.", "She saw the doctor four days ago." ], "question": "What does the woman mean?" } ]	16-17
[ "M: What kind of father am I? My only son almost died and I didn't even know he was ill.", "W: Don't blame yourself. You are too busy to pay attention to him. If his mother were still alive, things would have been much better." ]	[ { "answer": "He hasn't taken good care of his son.", "choice": [ "His only son is dying.", "His mother died some time ago.", "He hasn't taken good care of his son." ], "question": "Why does the man blame himself?" } ]	5-274
[ "W: Have you heard about the new Iphone?", "M: Yes, I heard it's supposed to come out in June. Are you thinking about getting one?", "W: I'd like to. It's not only a cell phone, but a camera, PDA and MP3 player all in one." ]	[ { "answer": "A new cell phone.", "choice": [ "A new camera.", "A new computer.", "A new cell phone." ], "question": "What are the speakers talking about?" } ]	4-586
[ "M: Can I help you, madam?", "W: Yes. I'd like fifteen beef dumplings and a glass of orange juice." ]	[ { "answer": "Orange juice.", "choice": [ "Apple juice.", "Beef dumplings.", "Orange juice." ], "question": "What would the woman like to drink?" } ]	8-22
[ "M: I heard you took a trip to Mexico last month. How did you like it?", "W: Oh, I got sick and tired of hotels and hotel food. So now I understand the saying, \"East, west, home's best\"." ]	[ { "answer": "She missed the comforts of home.", "choice": [ "She was exhausted from her trip.", "She missed the comforts of home.", "She was impressed by Mexican food." ], "question": "What does the woman mean?" } ]	5-484
[ "M: Hi, Queenie, how are you enjoying yourself at university?", "W: Hi, Jack, it's a lot of work. But I am having a good time. Are you planning to attend college next year?", "M: Yeah. Can you tell me what facilities they have for disabled students? My wheelchair doesn't always allow me to get into buildings.", "W: You should inquire at Student Services. They can discuss your medical history with you confidentially and make allowances. My friends Shannon and Rosie use computers to do their exams, so in your case, I'm sure it would not be a problem.", "M: What about the wheelchair access?", "W: The newer buildings have elevators and wide doors, but the older buildings have not been upgraded to accommodate handicapped people as far as I know. What faculty are you planning to go into?", "M: I am thinking of doing engineering.", "W: Hmm. Engineering is in the old Adams building. I don't know if there is an elevator.", "M: Do the buses that go out to campus have facilities to bring wheelchairs on board?", "W: Yes, that I know for sure. All the buses are equipped with electronic lifts, and there are seats that fold back.", "M: What about the sidewalks?", "W: I think most of the sidewalks have been leveled at the corners, so you could probably use your wheelchair, but I am not sure. In fact, if you would like, why don't you come with me? I'll be taking the bus and I could show you around once we got there.", "M: That's really nice of you, Raphel. I'd really like that.", "W: Okay, I will come to your house about 8:30 in the morning and we can take the commuter train into town, then catch the bus up to the university.", "M: Great, I look forward to it." ]	[ { "answer": "Privately talk with him about his illness and help.", "choice": [ "Privately talk with him about his illness and help.", "Talk with him about his plan for his bachelor's degree.", "Thoroughly examine his family background." ], "question": "What would the Student Services do with the man?" }, { "answer": "The new buildings are equipped with elevators while old ones aren't.", "choice": [ "All the seats in the new buildings are fold back.", "All the new buildings are higher than the old ones.", "The new buildings are equipped with elevators while old ones aren't." ], "question": "What are the differences between the new teaching buildings and the old ones, according to the woman?" }, { "answer": "Electronic lifts are installed on them.", "choice": [ "There are no facilities for the disabled.", "Electronic lifts are installed on them.", "The drivers are irresponsible for the driving." ], "question": "What is the feature of buses that go to the campus?" }, { "answer": "To be his guide around the campus.", "choice": [ "To have someone fix his computer.", "To be his guide around the campus.", "To help him with his house-cleaning." ], "question": "What's the purpose of Queenie's appointment with Jack?" } ]	5-875
[ "M: We want to take a train to New York.", "W: Regular or express train?", "M: How much time would I save if we took the express?", "W: About one hour. The next express train arrives in New York at 3:15.", "M: And how much more do I have to pay for the express?", "W: First class is 24 dollars more, and second class is 15 dollars more.", "M: As long as we can arrive one hour earlier, I don't mind paying a little extra. Then give me one second class ticket on the express, please.", "W: OK, one second class ticket. Here you are.", "M: Thank you." ]	[ { "answer": "24 dollars.", "choice": [ "24 dollars.", "15 dollars.", "20 dollars." ], "question": "How much more does the man have to pay for the first class express?" }, { "answer": "Second class ticket on the express.", "choice": [ "First class ticket on the express.", "Second class ticket on the express.", "First class ticket on the regular." ], "question": "What kind of ticket has the man bought?" } ]	21-169
[ "W: Don't talk back to your parents. It's impolite.", "M: But they are not reasonable." ]	[ { "answer": "Suggest him not to reply impolitely to his parents.", "choice": [ "Suggest him not to reply impolitely to his parents.", "Suggest him to refuse to talk to his parents.", "Suggest him to talk his parents down." ], "question": "What did the woman suggest the man to do?" } ]	14-98
[ "M: If I'd only looked earlier, I could have found a nearer apartment for less money.", "W: Yes, now that all the students are returning, the only apartments left are distant and expensive." ]	[ { "answer": "He is dissatisfied with the present apartment.", "choice": [ "He doesn't like his neighbor.", "He is dissatisfied with the present apartment.", "He lived in a near and cheap apartment." ], "question": "What is the man's problem?" } ]	14-260
[ "M: I've just ordered the computer with 32-speed CD ROM that we both like.", "W: That's great.", "M: It's twice the speed of the one we are using at home.", "W: Can't wait to see it." ]	[ { "answer": "Husband and wife.", "choice": [ "Husband and wife.", "Assistant and customer.", "Boss and secretary." ], "question": "What is the possible relationship between the two speakers?" } ]	4-541
[ "W: My colleagues at work say I should get a health insurance. What do you think?", "M: I think it's important. I can give you my insurance agent's card if you want.", "W: But I'm not sure what kind I need. In Germany, we have a national insurance program. But here you have nothing.", "M: Yes, I know. Many countries have national health insurance. America doesn't.", "W: Why is that?", "M: Well, it's because of the American culture. Americans think private companies can do things better than the government. So we depend on private companies for insurance.", "W: But isn't that expensive?", "M: You're right. It is expensive. And many people criticize it. They say it is not fair to poor people. They say the health systems are better in other countries, especially in Europe.", "W: But what do you think?", "M: I have no idea. I just do my best to have good insurance. It's important." ]	[ { "answer": "In the USA.", "choice": [ "In the USA.", "In Europe.", "In China." ], "question": "Where are the two speakers?" }, { "answer": "The people don't think the government can do it better.", "choice": [ "The government hasn't realized its importance.", "The people don't think the government can do it better.", "The government hasn't paid enough money for it." ], "question": "Why is there no national health insurance here?" }, { "answer": "Important.", "choice": [ "Expensive.", "Unnecessary.", "Important." ], "question": "What does the man think of having good insurance?" } ]	4-107
[ "Woman: Hi. Thanks for coming to the interview today. It's nice to meet you.", "Man: Well, thank you.", "Woman: To begin with, why don't you tell us a little about yourself?", "Man: Okay. Um, yeah. I've always been interested in teaching in a language program like this, and uh, I graduated with a degree in English and psychology eight years ago, [ Oh, really, both? ]. Yeah, and uh then I landed my first job overseas in Japan.", "Woman: Oh, wow. That's pretty impressive. What did you do there? What kind of work?", "Man: Well, I worked full time, um, for a private language school in Tokyo for the first two years, and then I found a job at a community college.", "Woman: Oh really? So, exactly what did you do in your work there then?", "Man: Well, I taught English and, uh, culinary arts.", "Woman: You taught cooking classes?", "Man: Well, well, I know it sounds like an unusual combination, but I completed a program in culinary arts before I got my, uh, English and psychology degrees.", "Woman: Oh, Wow. You've done a lot, haven't you? [ Yeah. ] So, what exactly, um, how did you teach and what exactly did you do?", "Man: Well, um, many of my students wanted to become chefs in restaurants, or they wanted to start their own restaurants, uh, and in our area, there were many, uh, tourists tourist spots. A lot of tourists came to that particular area, and so with English, they would be able to communicate not only with suppliers, you know things that they need for restaurant's food and so forth, but also with their customers, and so I taught them English and cooking at the same time.", "Woman: Wow. That's, that's pretty impressive. That's interesting. [ ... and tasty. ] Oh, I bet. So, why did you return to the United States? How long have you been back?", "Man: I've been back for, uh, probably about a year now.", "Woman: Okay, so what brought you back then?", "Man: Well, one of my former students opened a sushi restaurant, uh, in town, and he asked me to work with him.", "Woman: Really? What's the name of the restaurant?", "Man: Well, it's called Flying Sushi. Have you ever heard of it?", "Woman: Yes, I've been there. Their food is fabulous; it's top-notch. It's really hard just to get a reservation there.", "Man: I know, and uh, well, I work there two weeknights, and uh, and then ...", "Woman: So, two nights a week you're working there still?", "Man: Right, right, but then, but ... I want to return to teaching. I've also been working as a therapist at a treatment center for teenagers struggling with depression and other mental health disorders.", "Woman: Oh, wow, that would be a really interesting job.", "Man: It is, it is.", "Woman: Wow. You have such a wide range of experience. Uh, you know, to be honest, we have fifteen people who are applying for this position. You've got quite a background, but why don't you tell me three reasons why you would be the best person for this job.", "Man: Um, well, first of all, uh, I understand that different students have different learning styles, and for that reason, I have used iPads, video, music, cooking, drama, role plays, and games to reach every student. [ That's good. ] And second, I have a background in academic and psychological counseling and advising [ Uh, huh ] ... skills that are often needed, you know, in working with international students.", "Woman: Yeah, that could be really useful.", "Man: Yeah, so you know, many of them struggle with, uh, emotional turmoil, you know, home sickness ....", "Woman: Yeah, coming to a new place ...", "Man: Right, so making the transition can be very overwhelming, and uh ...", "Woman: Good. So, what would you say would be a third reason?", "Man: And finally, I speak four different languages ....", "Woman: Four? Wow! What languages do you speak?", "Man: Well, I speak Spanish, Portuguese, and Japanese at an advanced level. [ At an advanced level? Wow. ] And I also speak Arabic at a high-intermediate level.", "Woman: That's very, very impressive. You do have an impressive resume.", "Man: Thank you.", "Woman: Uh, what we're doing ... we're going to have two rounds of interviews, and we will contact you on Friday and let you know whether or not you'll be coming back for the second round of interviews.", "Man: Okay.", "Woman: It's been really nice meeting you, and thank you for your time." ]	[ { "answer": "psychology", "choice": [ "biology", "psychology", "sociology" ], "question": "The man studied English and ___________ at the university." }, { "answer": "private language school", "choice": [ "community college", "university", "private language school" ], "question": "He found his first job in Japan at a ____________." }, { "answer": "open their own restaurants", "choice": [ "open their own restaurants", "practice English with tourists", "create new food items" ], "question": "The man's cooking students wanted to _____________." }, { "answer": "mental health treatment center", "choice": [ "language training center", "modern fitness center", "mental health treatment center" ], "question": "Now, the man works at a Japanese restaurant and at a ____________." }, { "answer": "has experience in psychological advising", "choice": [ "has taught in many different countries", "has experience in psychological advising", "specializes in grammar instruction" ], "question": "The man should be a good candidate for the job because he _________." } ]	1-119
[ "W: Have you done the data analysis?", "M: Not yet.", "W: What will you say to the boss?", "M: I'll tell her I did not have time.", "W: You'd better come up with a better story than that." ]	[ { "answer": "He hasn't finished his work.", "choice": [ "He hasn't finished his work.", "He can't tell a good story.", "He has trouble collecting the data." ], "question": "What's the man's problem?" } ]	17-97
[ "M: I'm worried about my sister, Lucy.", "W: Why is that?", "M: She thinks she's too fat.", "W: Is she?", "M: No, but she keeps skipping meals. Then, she only eats chips and drinks cola.", "W: I used to do that. It's called binge. It was no fun!", "M: Why did you stop doing it?", "W: Well, my doctor told me to eat when I'm hungry. She said, \"Eat till you're full or you'll eat too much later.\" She said a lot of girls ruin their health this way.", "M: Did she say what to eat?", "W: She said, \"Eat fruit, vegetables, meats and grains. Have regular meals and snacks. Get exercise, too.\"" ]	[ { "answer": "Chips and cola.", "choice": [ "Chips and cola.", "Fruit and vegetables.", "Meat and grains." ], "question": "What does Lucy usually have for her meals?" }, { "answer": "Friends.", "choice": [ "Doctor and patient.", "Friends.", "Brother and sister." ], "question": "What's the relationship between the speakers?" } ]	4-1500
[ "W: I was amazed when I heard Tony played piano so expertly! From the way he talked, I thought he was just starting his lessons.", "M: Oh, no! That's the way he always talks!" ]	[ { "answer": "He usually understates his achievements.", "choice": [ "He has just started to teach piano lessons.", "He seldom takes things seriously.", "He usually understates his achievements." ], "question": "What can we infer about Tony from the conversation?" } ]	5-794
[ "M: Your handbag is very beautiful.", "W: Isn't it? I bought it at a sale for half price at a nearby shopping mall. It cost me $20." ]	[ { "answer": "A handbag", "choice": [ "A handbag", "A shopping mall", "A big sale." ], "question": "What are the speakers manly talking about?" } ]	4-427
[ "M: How does your sister go to university every day? Does she take a bus or underground or maybe the train?", "W: Oh, she always walks-because she lives quite close." ]	[ { "answer": "On foot.", "choice": [ "By bus.", "On foot.", "By subway." ], "question": "How does the woman's sister go to university?" } ]	4-232
[ "M: What's wrong with your new electric cooker? Let me see if I can fix it.", "W: Oh, I had the shop replace it with a new one this morning." ]	[ { "answer": "She had the cooker changed.", "choice": [ "She had the cooker changed.", "She had her cooker repaired.", "She bought a new cooker." ], "question": "What did the woman do this morning?" } ]	10-73
[ "W: I can't imagine what happened to Janet.", "M: Neither can I, but I'm sure she plans to come to the party." ]	[ { "answer": "She hasn't turned up.", "choice": [ "She has come to the party.", "She is hosting the party.", "She hasn't turned up." ], "question": "What can be concluded about Janet?" } ]	10-17
[ "M: Hey, Mary! You have really been gone a long time. How did you do that?", "W: Hi! Well, I talked with my teachers before I left about the work I would miss. Besides, my aunt in Denver made me study a lot there.", "M: I thought she was your rich aunt.", "W: Not very. But she didn't have any children to raise, so she does have some money, even though she was a teacher.", "M: How was the holiday?", "W: Cold, at least three of the days I went. And I saw so many people on the mountain on Washington's Birthday.", "M: The beaches here were full on Washington's Birthday, too. It really was warm here, so lots of people went swimming.", "W: Well, we should have stayed home that day. There were so many people. We took the train over to the mountain, so at least we didn't have to drive. It is a good thing we did-there were so many cars and buses, and no place to park anywhere.", "M: Just like the beaches here." ]	[ { "answer": "How Mary was able to miss so much school.", "choice": [ "How Mary went on the holiday.", "Why Mary went to Denver.", "How Mary was able to miss so much school." ], "question": "What did the boy mean by saying \"Mary, how did you do that\"?" }, { "answer": "May be there was a national holiday near that day.", "choice": [ "May be there was a national holiday near that day.", "It was fine that day and nobody wanted to stay in.", "All the students were on their winter holiday that day." ], "question": "What can we infer about Washington's Birthday from the dialogue?" }, { "answer": "She went to the mountain by train for a holiday.", "choice": [ "She stayed at home.", "She went to the mountain by car.", "She went to the mountain by train for a holiday." ], "question": "What did Mary do on Washington's Birthday?" } ]	4-1506
[ "W: It's rather cold here. Do you mind my closing the door?", "M: Not at all." ]	[ { "answer": "Close the door.", "choice": [ "Close the door.", "Open the door.", "Clean the door." ], "question": "What is the woman going to do?" } ]	12-463
[ "M: Can you stay for dinner?", "W: I'd love to, but I have to go and send some registered mail before picking up the children from school." ]	[ { "answer": "To the post office.", "choice": [ "To the school.", "To a friend's house.", "To the post office." ], "question": "Where will the woman go first?" } ]	5-656
[ "W: Did everybody escape from the fire?", "M: Yes. Although the fire spread quickly, everybody was able to escape." ]	[ { "answer": "No one died in the fire.", "choice": [ "The fire broke out suddenly.", "Everything was burnt down in the fire.", "No one died in the fire." ], "question": "What can we learn from the conversation?" } ]	4-512
[ "W: The article said scientists have found a new benefit of green tea.", "M: I've been told that green tea can lower the risks of heart disease, stoke and cancers.", "W: Besides that, it's good for memory. And it helps fall down eating of the brain." ]	[ { "answer": "Improving memory.", "choice": [ "Reducing cancers.", "Preventing strokes.", "Improving memory." ], "question": "What is the new benefit of green tea?" } ]	9-85
[ "M: Two more miles to go...we have an hour before school starts. Let's take our time. Do you want to stop and get a breakfast sandwich?", "W: We decided to start walking to school for the exercise. We want to get fit. Why would we want to eat a fattening breakfast sandwich?", "M: McDonald's has an egg muffin sandwich that has only 320 calories. What's wrong with that? I bet we walked off 320 calories already. After two more miles, we can probably walk off another 100 calories.", "W: I do need energy. I hardly ate dinner last night. My mom made leg of lamb, and it's definitely not my favorite. In fact, I think I'm going to become a vegetarian.", "M: Good for you! I gave up meat a long time ago. Now, almost all of my meals are salads. Funny thing is, when I make my food, I also make food for my rabbit. We mostly eat the same things now.", "W: My bird eats seeds and berries. We could probably share our meals, too!" ]	[ { "answer": "They want to get in shape.", "choice": [ "It's close to home.", "They want to get in shape.", "They can stop at McDonald's on the way." ], "question": "Why are the speakers walking to school?" }, { "answer": "320 calories.", "choice": [ "25 calories.", "320 calories.", "100 calories." ], "question": "How many calories does the breakfast sandwich have?" }, { "answer": "Meat.", "choice": [ "Meat.", "Salads.", "Seeds and berries." ], "question": "What does the woman want to avoid?" } ]	4-1145
[ "M: It's sunny and warm. Stop studying and come into the garden with me.", "W: Why not?" ]	[ { "answer": "She likes the idea.", "choice": [ "She is warm enough.", "She has to study in.", "She likes the idea." ], "question": "What does the woman mean?" } ]	9-13
[ "W: Good morning, Mr. Tim. It's a long time since I had the pleasure of a visit from you.", "M: Yes, it must be three or four years. I haven't visited you since I called about my will. You helped me with that, you remember?", "W: Yes, I remember. Do you want to make any changes in your will?", "M: I don't think that will be necessary, but you'll tell me if it is. I left everything, you remember, to my wife, and, after her death, to my son Jerry. I've about $ 15 000 in shares of industrial companies. These bring in, after paying tax, about $ 1 125 a year. Well, I'm earning a good salary now, and I shall get a good pension from my employers, so my wife and I can live fairly comfortably with this extra income. I want to buy some land and build a house for my son. It's time he get married, and he needs a house. I'm thinking of building one and giving it to him.", "W: Your son's fortunate. So you want my help buying the land and building the house.", "M: Yes, that's right. As soon as you've done what's necessary for buying the land, Jerry and I will see an architect.", "W: Have you found a plot yet?", "M: Jerry was in Edinburgh last Saturday and saw a plot he likes. My wife and I went there two days ago, and we liked it, too. I'd like you to make the necessary inquiries for me.", "W: I'd be pleased to do that. I shall have to write to the Local Authority and inquire whether it is allowed to build a house on your piece of land. You're not allowed to build a house without permission from the Planning Authority. And sometimes the Authority decides that a house must be built of stone, and not of brick, so that it doesn't spoil the surrounding village." ]	[ { "answer": "Three or four years.", "choice": [ "Half a year.", "Two years.", "Three or four years." ], "question": "How long have they not met each other?" }, { "answer": "He wants the woman's help in buying the land and building the house.", "choice": [ "He wants to make some changes in his will.", "He wants the woman's help in buying the land and building the house.", "He wants the solicitor to see the architect for him." ], "question": "What's the purpose of Mr. Tim's visiting this time?" }, { "answer": "Two days ago.", "choice": [ "Last Friday.", "Last Saturday.", "Two days ago." ], "question": "When did Mr. Tim go to see the plot chosen by his son?" }, { "answer": "Stone.", "choice": [ "Stone.", "Brick.", "Cement." ], "question": "According to the Authority, which of the following must the house be built of sometimes?" } ]	17-253
[ "W: What's wrong with you?", "M: Nothing serious.", "W: Maybe you'd better have a medical examination.", "M: I think there is no need. I'm just having a cough and feel tired.", "W: You need to take an X-ray photo of your lungs. I advise you to do as I told you. After all, whatever work you want to do, you must have good health. Don't you think so?", "M: Thank you. But shall I make some calls to arrange some important business affairs first?", "W: OK." ]	[ { "answer": "He has a cough.", "choice": [ "He has a cough.", "He has a cold.", "He has a headache." ], "question": "What is wrong with the man?" }, { "answer": "Workmates.", "choice": [ "Brother and sister.", "Workmates.", "Doctor and patient." ], "question": "What is the relationship between the two speakers?" }, { "answer": "Arrange the business affairs.", "choice": [ "Take a medical examination.", "Refuse the woman's advice.", "Arrange the business affairs." ], "question": "What will the man do next?" } ]	4-363
[ "W: Hey, Bob. How long have you been here?", "M: I started swimming this morning at 5:00.", "W: My goodness! That's early! I got here at 6:00. How many lanes have you done?", "M: I swam 50 lanes before 6:00, but I can't remember how many lanes I've done since then.", "W: I have 10 more to do and it'll be done.", "M: I'm almost finished, too. Do you have any classes right after you finish?", "W: No, I don't have to go to class until 11:00. How about you?", "M: No, I don't have to go to class until 10:00. I usually go out for breakfast after I swim. Would you like to join me today?", "W: Sure, that sounds like fun. Let me finish and I'll meet you outside the locker room.", "M: OK, see you then." ]	[ { "answer": "In a pool.", "choice": [ "In a classroom.", "In a pool.", "On a baseball field." ], "question": "Where does this conversation take place?" }, { "answer": "50.", "choice": [ "6.", "10.", "50." ], "question": "How many lanes had the man completed by 6:00?" }, { "answer": "To eat breakfast.", "choice": [ "To eat breakfast.", "To eat dinner.", "To go to class." ], "question": "Where will the speakers probably go after they meet outside the locker room?" } ]	4-204
[ "W: If I go to Washington D.C, will you meet me there?", "M: I have to go to New York. But if I have time, I'll meet you there on Friday." ]	[ { "answer": "Go to New York.", "choice": [ "Go to New York.", "Meet the woman.", "Go to Washington D.C." ], "question": "What will the man do first?" } ]	4-550
[ "W: It's Friday, October 1st, isn't it?", "M: No, it's October 3rd." ]	[ { "answer": "October 3rd.", "choice": [ "October 1st.", "October 3rd.", "Monday." ], "question": "What's the date today?" } ]	11-93
[ "Woman: Can I help you?", "Man: Yes. My daughter bought this camera here for my wife's birthday. But it doesn't work. So I'd like to change it for another one.", "Woman: I see. Let me have a look. Well, we'll be happy to change it for you. But I am afraid we don't have another pink one.", "Man: Oh? What will I do then?", "Woman: Would you like to choose a different color? We do have this camera in black and orange.", "Man: My wife doesn't like either of those colors.", "Woman: If you want, we can order another camera just like this one. There wouldn't be any extra charge for it.", "Man: That sounds fine. Would you please go ahead and do that?", "Woman: We'd be very happy to but it'll take at least a week. Maybe ten days. We'll call you when it comes in.", "Man: Thank you very much.", "Woman: You are welcome." ]	[ { "answer": "To get a camera changed.", "choice": [ "To order a camera for his wife.", "To have a camera repaired.", "To get a camera changed." ], "question": "Why is the man at the shop?" }, { "answer": "Pink.", "choice": [ "Pink.", "Black.", "Orange." ], "question": "What colour does the man want?" }, { "answer": "Wait until further notice.", "choice": [ "Make a phone call.", "Wait until further notice.", "Come again the next day." ], "question": "What will the man do afterwards?" } ]	4-1436
[ "M: Are you free Ibis weekend? I have two tickets.", "W: I'm sorry." ]	[ { "answer": "He wants to go to the cinema.", "choice": [ "He wants to know the woman's plan.", "He has a meeting on Friday.", "He wants to go to the cinema." ], "question": "What does the man mean?" } ]	12-309
[ "M: The new sales manager says he have never met you before.", "W: We've been introduced about three times. He seems a little forgetful." ]	[ { "answer": "He probably has a poor memory.", "choice": [ "He is very forgiving and tolerant.", "He probably has a poor memory.", "He is well liked by his customers." ], "question": "What do we learn about the new sales manager?" } ]	5-330

[ "M: Are you going to join the swimming club this summer?", "W: Swimming takes up too much of my time." ]

[ { "answer": "She won't join the swimming club.", "choice": [ "She likes swimming very much.", "She won't join the swimming club.", "She doesn't enjoy swimming as much as she used to." ], "question": "What can we learn from the dialogue about the woman?" } ]

13-125

[ "W: We are going to visit the flower exhibition tomorrow.", "M: Are you? May I join you?" ]

[ { "answer": "He wants to go with them.", "choice": [ "He is not interested in going.", "He wants to go with them.", "He will invite his friends." ], "question": "What does the man mean?" } ]

12-426

[ "M: Gordon needs to find another place to live. The apartment he rents now has been sold to a new owner.", "W: He'd better start looking right away. When all the students come back in a few weeks, he won't find any near the campus." ]

[ { "answer": "Find an apartment soon.", "choice": [ "Share the place he's renting.", "Avoid living near the campus.", "Find an apartment soon." ], "question": "What does the woman suggest Gordon do?" } ]

5-827

[ "M: Driving at night always makes me tired. Let's stop for dinner.", "W: Fine. And let's find a motel, so that we can get an early start tomorrow." ]

[ { "answer": "Stop for the night.", "choice": [ "Cook their dinner.", "Rest for a while.", "Stop for the night." ], "question": "What will the speakers probably do?" } ]

5-533

[ "M: Good morning. Can I help you?", "F: I'd like to buy a pair of shoes for my son." ]

[ { "answer": "In a shop", "choice": [ "In the classroom", "On the street", "In a shop" ], "question": "Where does it happen?" } ]

12-300

[ "M: Do you feel like watching the evening news?", "W: You ought to stay away from me. I have a bad cold and wouldn't want you to catch it." ]

[ { "answer": "She doesn't want the man to get sick.", "choice": [ "She'd like to watch the news elsewhere since her room is cold.", "She's angry with the man and would like him to leave.", "She doesn't want the man to get sick." ], "question": "What does the woman mean?" } ]

20-44

[ "M: Excuse me. Do you know where Davies Auditorium is?", "W: I'm not sure. I'm looking for it too because I have a class there at 10:30. I think it's this way.", "M: Do you mind if I walk with you?", "W: No. What class do you have in Davies?", "M: I'm taking the introductory economics class. I hear it's a big class.", "W: Yes. My roommate took the class last semester and she said there were over 400 people in the lecture hall.", "M: Wow. I hope the lecturer is good, because, if he isn't, the class will be boring. I hate boring classes!", "W: Oh, look. Here's Davies. I hope you have a good class. Hope it's not too boring!", "M: Yes, me too. Thanks for your help." ]

[ { "answer": "Introductory economics.", "choice": [ "Advanced economics.", "Introductory economics.", "Advanced physics." ], "question": "What class is the man trying to find?" }, { "answer": "Walking on campus.", "choice": [ "Walking on campus.", "Waiting in a dormitory lounge.", "Eating at a dinning hall." ], "question": "What are the two speakers probably doing when the conversation takes place?" }, { "answer": "Her roommate took the course last semester.", "choice": [ "She took the class last semester.", "Her roommate took the course last semester.", "She heard about it on the school radio station." ], "question": "How does the woman know that the economics class had a lot of students?" } ]

21-288

[ "Man: Hey. Can you give me a hand with the groceries? And I told you I could do the shopping.", "Woman: Wow! Do we really need all this stuff? Let me see that receipt.", "Man: Hey, I only bought the essentials.", "Woman: Okay. Let's see. Dog food. Twenty-four dollars and seventy cents ($24.70)? We don't even have a dog!", "Man: Well, it WAS going to be a surprise, but look in the back of the truck.", "Woman: What?", "Man: Ah, ha, hah. Speechless. I knew you'd love him.", "Woman: That thing? That dog's as big as a horse. He probably eats like one, too.", "Man: Ah, but he's sure friendly. And someone was giving him away at the supermarket, and I... I... I couldn't let that poor thing pass another day without a loving home.", "Woman: Whatever. Where was I? Eighteen dollars and nineteen cents ($18.19) for twenty-four cans of tomato juice? You don't even like that stuff!", "Man: Ahhhh. Not yet. I've decided to change my eating habits.", "Woman: Right.", "Man: You'll see, you'll see.", "Woman: Okay. Let's see. Three eighty-four ($3.84) for a box of chocolate cookies and twelve fifty-six ($12.56) for a case of soft drinks. [Yeah!] Changing your eating habits, huh? Do you really think that cookies are some type of diet food?", "Man: Hey, I'll just eat a cookie or two every other hour. In fact, they're a great source of carbohydrates for energy. And, you see, the tomato juice and cookies kind of, you know, cancel each other out.", "Woman: Oh brother. I can't believe what I'm hearing. Let's see. Where was I? A carton of eggs, two fifty ($2.50) for a gallon of milk, three cans of tuna. Okay. [Yeah.] And finally two steaks for eight fourteen ($8.14). Now, something worth enjoying. I'll get the grill started.", "Man: Oh, we... w... well. The steaks are for Herbert.", "Woman: Herbert. Who's Herbert?", "Man: Uh, he's the dog. [No!] You see, the previous owner said that he's kind of... he's somewhat picky about what he eats, [No!], and the steaks might help him adjust [Absolutely not!].... no, no, no, and the steaks might help him adjust to his new home. Hey, what are you doing? Oh, no. Why did you throw the steaks out on the ground outside?", "Woman: Well, now, you and Herbert can get to know each other better. I'm going out to eat by myself.", "Man: Ughh." ]

[ { "answer": "The man adopts a dog from a stranger.", "choice": [ "Their dog was hit by a truck and needed food.", "The man adopts a dog from a stranger.", "The product was on sale at the supermarket." ], "question": "Why did the man buy dog food at the supermarket?" }, { "answer": "He's trying to modify the way he eats.", "choice": [ "He plans on making a unique spaghetti sauce.", "He's trying to modify the way he eats.", "He wants to make a vegetable drink." ], "question": "Why does he buy tomato juice?" }, { "answer": "$2.50", "choice": [ "$2.05", "$2.15", "$2.50" ], "question": "How much was the milk?" }, { "answer": "a carton of orange juice", "choice": [ "a package of cookies", "some cans of tuna", "a carton of orange juice" ], "question": "Which item did the man NOT buy?" }, { "answer": "The man is preparing the steaks for the dog.", "choice": [ "The man is preparing the steaks for the dog.", "The man only bought one steak for himself.", "The grill can't be used to cook the steaks." ], "question": "Why does the woman get upset at the end of the conversation?" } ]

1-62

[ "M: Did you go shopping alone yesterday?", "W: No, my sister went with me." ]

[ { "answer": "She and her sister.", "choice": [ "She herself.", "Her sister.", "She and her sister." ], "question": "Who went shopping yesterday?" } ]

11-33

[ "W: Did you see the large crowd on the street corner when you came to school this morning?", "M: Yes, I did. What was that all about?", "W: A serious accident happened. A drunk driver hit a bus full of passengers.", "M: Oh dear! A lot of people must have been hurt or even killed?", "W: You are right! All the injured people were taken to the hospital immediately.", "M: I hope so. Drivers must be careful, especially during rush hour.", "W: I agree with you. We will all be safe if everyone obeys the traffic rules." ]

[ { "answer": "At 7:30 a.m.", "choice": [ "At 8:00 p.m.", "At 11:00 a.m.", "At 7:30 a.m." ], "question": "When did the accident probably happen?" }, { "answer": "The drunk driver.", "choice": [ "The bad weather.", "The drunk driver.", "A careless passer-by." ], "question": "What most likely caused the accident?" } ]

4-936

[ "W: I want to invite more friends to the party, what do you think?", "M: The more, the happier." ]

[ { "answer": "He wants to invite more people to the party.", "choice": [ "He wants to invite the woman to the party.", "He wants to invite more people to the party.", "A big party needs more people to take part in." ], "question": "What does the man mean?" } ]

12-259

[ "M: Did you hear that over 300 people applied for the entry-level job at Show's Department Store?", "W: Oh, really. It's a dog-eat-dog world out there." ]

[ { "answer": "The world is very competitive and often unfair.", "choice": [ "The world is very competitive and often unfair.", "There are over 300 jobs for you to apply for.", "People are very kind to dogs and give them a lot to eat." ], "question": "What does the woman imply?" } ]

20-95

[ "W: Do you know what time the bread shop opens?", "M: It usually opens at half past six, but on Sunday it opens half an hour later." ]

[ { "answer": "At 7:00.", "choice": [ "At 6:00.", "At 6:30.", "At 7:00." ], "question": "What time does the bread shop open on Sunday?" } ]

13-108

[ "M: You look tired. Where did you go last night?", "W: I planned to watch a film, but I went to meet my friend at the airport." ]

[ { "answer": "She went to the airport.", "choice": [ "She went to the airport.", "She was busy on her assignment.", "She went to watch a movie." ], "question": "What did the woman do?" } ]

21-55

[ "M: Tracy, you look happy. Did you win a prize?", "W: More than that! I've just received the new issue of the journal, and you know, my article is in it.", "M: Oh, great. It must be the article on classroom research, I guess. Congratulations!" ]

[ { "answer": "She has got her paper published.", "choice": [ "She has received the latest issue of the journal.", "She has won a prize for her research.", "She has got her paper published." ], "question": "Why is Tracy so happy?" } ]

4-618

[ "M: Mom, this is going to take forever! Animal World will be on in 20 minutes. It's my favorite program. You know I can't miss it!", "W: I know, honey. But we haveto wait in line to pay for these things we need.", "M: You promised we'd be homein time.", "W: Be a little patient, Jack. We'll get out of here soon." ]

[ { "answer": "Watch TV.", "choice": [ "Watch TV.", "Play outside.", "Go to the zoo." ], "question": "What does Jack want to do?" }, { "answer": "In a supermarket.", "choice": [ "At home.", "In a cinema.", "In a supermarket." ], "question": "Where does the conversation probably take place?" } ]

4-1361

[ "W: Now, can we get the computers before Wednesday?", "M: Well, it depends, if it is less than 10 kilometers, we can deliver them on Tuesday, but it is further away, it will be on Thursday. Where is your office?", "W: Just around the corner." ]

[ { "answer": "On Tuesday.", "choice": [ "On Tuesday.", "On Wednesday.", "On Thursday." ], "question": "When can the woman get the computers?" } ]

4-1386

[ "W: Why do we have to walk to the station? And where is it?", "M: It's just down that road...I think.", "W: Look! There's a policeman! Ask him the way.", "M: All right. I'll go and ask him.", "W: (pause for 6 seconds) So,what did he say?", "M: Well, we have to walk down this road, take the first turning on the left. Then walk until we come to the river and...", "W: The river?", "M: Yes. It's over there, and there's a bridge. Across the bridge, we will be able to see some road signs which will tell us the way.", "W: But how far is it? How long does it take to walk there?", "M: About fifteen minutes, if we walk quickly.", "W: Fifteen minutes! We may be late for the train. And with these heavy bags, too! I think we ought to take a taxi.", "M: Not at this hour. Look at the traffic. It's moving very slowly. We can get there just as quickly on foot.", "W: Well, I can't possibly carry this bag any farther.", "M: All right. Let me take it, then.", "W: Don't be silly. You can't carry two bags at the same time.", "M: Yes, I can. The bags aren't that heavy...hmm!", "W: You see! They're heavier than you thought!", "M: Perhaps it's not such a bad idea after all.", "W: What isn't such a bad idea? What do you mean?", "M: Taxi! Taxi!" ]

[ { "answer": "To the railway station.", "choice": [ "To the bus station.", "To the police station.", "To the railway station." ], "question": "Where are the man and the woman going?" }, { "answer": "Take a taxi.", "choice": [ "Take a taxi.", "Walk slowly.", "Leave the bags with the police." ], "question": "What does the woman think they should do?" }, { "answer": "He is not able to carry two bags.", "choice": [ "Fifteen minutes is too long.", "The traffic is moving too slowly.", "He is not able to carry two bags." ], "question": "What does the man find out at last?" } ]

4-160

[ "W: Looks like rain. Better look for your umbrella.", "M: Yeah, I think it's definitely going to rain. That's why I'm not going out." ]

[ { "answer": "Stay inside.", "choice": [ "Stay inside.", "Find his umbrella.", "Go out with an umbrella." ], "question": "What is the man going to do?" } ]

4-1

[ "F: Mary's handwriting is very well.", "M: Yes, she is. But Li Ping's handwriting is the best in their class." ]

[ { "answer": "Li Ping's handwriting is better than Mary's.", "choice": [ "Mary's handwriting is better than Li ping's.", "Mary's handwriting is the best in their class.", "Li Ping's handwriting is better than Mary's." ], "question": "What's meaning of this dialogue?" } ]

12-546

[ "M: I hate cafeteria food,and it seems like there is no place to sit.", "W: I can understand,but then where are we going to get lunch?", "M: I think we could go to the restaurant across the street." ]

[ { "answer": "He doesn't like the food there.", "choice": [ "He doesn't mind eating there.", "He doesn't like the food there.", "He likes the food, but it's crowded." ], "question": "What is the man's attitude towards the cafeteria?" } ]

4-102

[ "F: We'd like to sit near the window if that's possible.", "M: I'm afraid all the tables there are taken. We'd better change one." ]

[ { "answer": "All of the tables near the window are taken.", "choice": [ "All of the tables are taken.", "All of the tables near the window are taken.", "All of the tables there aren't taken." ], "question": "What does the man mean?" } ]

11-191

[ "F: Excuse me, sir. What time is it now?", "M: Sorry, my watch doesn't work." ]

[ { "answer": "Something is wrong with the man's watch.", "choice": [ "Something is wrong with the man's watch.", "The man doesn't have a watch.", "Something is wrong with the woman's watch." ], "question": "Which is correct?" } ]

12-131

[ "M: Can you speak German?", "W: Yes, I can. I speak it very well. But I know a little Italian." ]

[ { "answer": "A little Italian.", "choice": [ "A little Italian.", "A little German.", "A little English." ], "question": "Which of the following does the woman know?" } ]

15-9

[ "W: De you really mean that you want to give up the job?", "M: Well, I'll give it a second thought." ]

[ { "answer": "He'll think about whether he really wants to give up the job.", "choice": [ "He'll think about whether he really wants to give up the job.", "He'll try to find another job.", "He'll get some training first." ], "question": "What is the man going to do?" } ]

11-234

[ "W: The man at the garage thinks that I take good care of my car.", "M: So do I. I don't see any scratches on the outside and the inside is clean,too." ]

[ { "answer": "Her car is kept in good condition.", "choice": [ "Her car is kept in good condition.", "Her car is not as good as his.", "Her car is maintained as well as his." ], "question": "What does the man think of the woman's car?" } ]

5-726

[ "W: Hello, Tom. I haven't seen you for some time. How are you doing?", "M: Oh! Not too bad. I have been busy writing an article.", "W: Really? Have you finished it?", "M: Yes. I finished it yesterday.", "W: Congratulations! Are you doing something this evening?", "M: No, nothing important. Why?", "W: Well, do you feel like going to a concert? I have two tickets.", "M: Oh. Good idea. I want to do something relaxing, and I like music very much.", "W: Great. I'll meet you at your house at seven. Is that OK?", "M: OK! See you at seven.", "W: All right. See you then." ]

[ { "answer": "Writing an article.", "choice": [ "Preparing for the final exams.", "Preparing a speech.", "Writing an article." ], "question": "What has the man been doing?" }, { "answer": "Go to a concert.", "choice": [ "Take a walk.", "Go to a concert.", "Go to see a film." ], "question": "What will the man do this evening?" }, { "answer": "At 7 o'clock.", "choice": [ "At 7 o'clock.", "At 6 o'clock.", "At 5 o'clock." ], "question": "When will the woman meet the man?" } ]

4-998

[ "W: Did you forget about my birthday, honey?", "M: How could I? I've booked a table in Michael's restaurant for this evening. And I'll pick you up from work. Happy birthday!" ]

[ { "answer": "Have dinner together.", "choice": [ "Have dinner together.", "Continue working.", "Attend a birthday party." ], "question": "What will the speakers probably do this evening?" } ]

7-100

[ "W: The letter of credit will be opened in your favor within 10 working days from the date of the contract.", "M: All right. I accept your terms. I hope everything turns out Okay." ]

[ { "answer": "Within 10 working days from the date of the contract.", "choice": [ "Within 10 working days from the date of the contract.", "Within 20 working days from the date of the contract.", "Within 30 working days from the date of the contract." ], "question": "When will the letter of credit be opened?" } ]

20-29

[ "F: Hello, can I speak to Tom?", "M: Sorry, he isn't in." ]

[ { "answer": "He is out.", "choice": [ "He is here.", "He is out.", "He is in." ], "question": "Where is Tom now?" } ]

12-101

[ "W: Are you busy on Friday night, Jack?", "M: Well ... uh ... I haven't got any definite plans yet. Why?" ]

[ { "answer": "He wants to know the woman's plan.", "choice": [ "He wants to know the woman's plan.", "He has a meeting on Friday.", "He wants to go to the cinema." ], "question": "What does the man mean?" } ]

13-69

[ "W: Have you ever put a computer together before?", "M: No, never. But I think if we follow these instructions exactly, we won't have much trouble." ]

[ { "answer": "Assemble a computer.", "choice": [ "Check their computer files.", "Make some computations.", "Assemble a computer." ], "question": "What are the speakers going to do?" } ]

17-84

[ "M: Excuse me. Shall I book a double room for several days?", "W: Oh, yes. When will you arrive?", "M: We'll check in on Saturday and out on Tuesday. Is that all right?", "W: No problem." ]

[ { "answer": "At a hotel.", "choice": [ "On the street.", "At a hotel.", "At a shop." ], "question": "Where does the conversation probably take place?" } ]

4-128

[ "M: I missed the bus again today because I turned the alarm clock off in my sleep.", "W: Try putting it far away from your bed and you'll get up on time." ]

[ { "answer": "Move his alarm clock.", "choice": [ "Go to bed earlier.", "Move his alarm clock.", "Turn the alarm off." ], "question": "What does the woman suggest the man do?" } ]

4-197

[ "W: Is that optional course as hard as everybody says?", "M: It's actually even worse, believe it or not." ]

[ { "answer": "It's much more difficult than people think.", "choice": [ "It's not as hard as expected.", "It's too tough for some students.", "It's much more difficult than people think." ], "question": "What did the man say about the course?" } ]

5-49

[ "W: I went to a classical art exhibition yesterday. It is really abstract. Do you like modem art?", "M: I certainly do, yet not so much as the pop music." ]

[ { "answer": "The man likes the modern art better.", "choice": [ "The man likes the classical art in a higher degree.", "The man likes the modern art better.", "The man likes neither modem nor classical art." ], "question": "What kind of art does the mall prefer?" } ]

21-48

[ "W: You mean Jack has stopped smoking, Frank? That's amazing.", "M: Yes, it's really amazing. He used to be a chain smoker, you know.", "W: What about you? Have you thought about quitting smoking?" ]

[ { "answer": "Jack.", "choice": [ "Jack.", "Frank.", "The woman." ], "question": "Who has given up smoking?" } ]

4-596

[ "Man: Hi young lady. How may I help you?", "Girl: Well, ... yeah. I'm looking for a Father's Day gift.", "Man: Okay. How about getting your father a new wallet?", "Girl: Hmm. How much is that wallet?", "Man: Huh ... which one?", "Girl: The black one.", "Man: Oh. It's only $40.95.", "Girl: Huh? That's too expensive for me. Do you have a cheaper one?", "Man: Hmm. How about this brown leather one?", "Girl: Umm... I don't think my father will like the design on the outside, and it doesn't have a place to put pictures. How much is it anyway?", "Man: It's $25.99.", "Girl: Humm. I don't have that much money.", "Man: Okay. How much money do you have to spend?", "Girl: I'm not sure [money falling on the table]. Probably about ten dollars or so. I've been helping my mom around the house for the past week to earn some money. This is all I have.", "Man: Hmm. How about this tie?", "Girl: That's real pretty, but the price tag says $13.99, and I know I don't have that much money.", "Man: Well, let's just say the tie went on sale. How about $5.00. What do you say?", "Girl: Oh, thanks. I'll take it." ]

[ { "answer": "a present for her father", "choice": [ "a present for her mother", "a present for a friend", "a present for her father" ], "question": "What is the girl shopping for?" }, { "answer": "$40.95", "choice": [ "$49.95", "$40.95", "$44.95" ], "question": "How much is the black wallet?" }, { "answer": "There isn't a place to put pictures.", "choice": [ "There isn't a place to put pictures.", "It's too big and heavy.", "She doesn't like the color." ], "question": "Why doesn't the girl like the brown wallet?" }, { "answer": "$10.00", "choice": [ "$5.00", "$10.00", "$13.00" ], "question": "About how much does the girl have to spend?" }, { "answer": "a tie", "choice": [ "a black wallet", "a brown belt", "a tie" ], "question": "What does the girl decide to buy?" } ]

1-31

[ "M: What do you want to do this weekend?", "W: Oh, I don't know. Maybe go to the beach if it's nice weather.", "M: But we did that last weekend. Let's do something different.", "W: Hum... Hey, I know what! Why don't we climb Mt. Fuji?", "M: Great idea! I've always wanted to do that!", "W: Paul and Mary talked about a bicycle ride yesterday, but they haven't made the final decision. Maybe we could persuade them to join us.", "M: Wonderful! I give them a call right now." ]

[ { "answer": "Climb a mountain.", "choice": [ "Go to the beach.", "Climb a mountain.", "Go for a bicycle-ride." ], "question": "What are the speakers going to do this weekend?" }, { "answer": "They might be the speakers' friends.", "choice": [ "They might be the speakers' friends.", "They've decided to join the speakers.", "They did some riding yesterday." ], "question": "What do we know about Paul and Mary?" } ]

2-30

[ "W: Where do you want to eat?", "M: Is there anything wrong with the coffee shop?" ]

[ { "answer": "He thinks they ought to go to the coffee shop.", "choice": [ "He doesn't know why the coffee tastes bad.", "He thinks they ought to go to the coffee shop.", "He only wants coffee because he isn't hungry." ], "question": "What does the man mean?" } ]

3-228

[ "M: Excuse me, could you tell me where the post office is?", "W: Go straight on, turn right at the first traffic lights. The post office is about fifty meters away.", "M: I see. And is the No. 13 Middle School far away from the post office?", "W: Not far. It's about 150 meters. Where do you want to go?", "M: Oh, I only want to pick up my cousin from school. I am told that the school is next to the post office, and that is why I want to know how to get to the post office first." ]

[ { "answer": "Because she was asked two places.", "choice": [ "Because she doesn't know the places.", "Because she was asked two places.", "Because she doesn't know the man." ], "question": "Why was the woman a little confused?" }, { "answer": "Go to the Middle School.", "choice": [ "Go to the post office.", "Go to the Middle School.", "Both A and B." ], "question": "Where will the man want to go?" } ]

2-51

[ "W: I didn't think much of that performance.", "M: No. It wasn't too hot. What a pity, they're a good group after all.", "W: I couldn't hear the lead singer at all.", "M: Me neither. The guitars and drums were too bad." ]

[ { "answer": "A live concert.", "choice": [ "A record.", "Some singers.", "A live concert." ], "question": "What are the speakers talking about?" } ]

4-251

[ "M: Oh, what a morning! You know I had so much work to do and the phone just kept ringing. Three sales people called me this morning.", "W: I know how it is. I get a lot of calls, too, even on weekends." ]

[ { "answer": "Complaining.", "choice": [ "Arguing.", "Protesting.", "Complaining." ], "question": "What are the two speakers doing?" } ]

5-232

[ "F: How nice the dress is! I'd like to try it on.", "M: But dear, we don't have enough money for it." ]

[ { "answer": "No, they didn't.", "choice": [ "Yes, they did.", "No, they didn't.", "The man didn't want to buy it." ], "question": "Did they buy the dress?" } ]

12-163

[ "M: This has been an unusually cool summer.", "W: Ah, I actually had to get out my wool sweaters in August." ]

[ { "answer": "About the weather.", "choice": [ "About the weather.", "About buying a new wool sweater.", "About dry-cleaning the wool sweater." ], "question": "What are they talking about?" } ]

13-130

[ "M: Are you feeling better today?", "W: Yes, thanks. I think I can go home tomorrow.", "M: No, I'm afraid you will stay in hospital for a few more days." ]

[ { "answer": "In hospital.", "choice": [ "In her own bedroom.", "In hospital.", "In the office." ], "question": "Where is the woman now?" } ]

3-57

[ "Daughter: Dad, Dad, Dad!", "Father: Uh, what, what, uh, uh!?!?", "Daughter: The movie is over. You slept through the best part.", "Father: Ah, ah, I must have dozed off during the last few minutes.", "Daughter: Right. You were gone for so long you should have brought your pillow and blanket. So, what did you think about it?", "Father: Well, overall, I'm a little disappointed with the movie. I mean, the story was a little bizarre, you have to admit. I mean, really. How believable is a plot about a captain who navigates his spaceship to the far reaches of the galaxy and encounters a race of frog people. I mean, come on.", "Daughter: Ah, I thought it was fantastic [Uhhh]. I mean, you have to admit that the special effects were awesome, and the acting wasn't bad either.", "Father: Ah, come on. What about the ship's communications officer? I mean, what did you think about him? [Well ...] Wasn't he a little weird to you? He was always talking to himself, and he had that funny hairdo?", "Daughter: Well, he was a little ... unusual [Yeah, yeah], but the ship's doctor was amazing. It was so cool when he brought the captain back to life during one of the battles.", "Father: That was pretty realistic, but then the rest of the movie just went from bad to worse. And the photography was so fake!", "Daughter: How do you know? You were snoring so loud the neighbors probably had to close their windows. It was that bad.", "Father: Ah, well, let's go to bed" ]

[ { "answer": "absurd", "choice": [ "absurd", "fantastic", "exciting" ], "question": "What is one word to describe the father's opinion about the movie's storyline?" }, { "answer": "the doctor", "choice": [ "the captain", "the communications officer", "the doctor" ], "question": "Whose performance do father and daughter agree upon in the movie?" }, { "answer": "the acting", "choice": [ "the photography", "the soundtrack", "the acting" ], "question": "What part of the movie does the father strongly disagree about with his daughter?" }, { "answer": "science fiction", "choice": [ "comedy", "science fiction", "western" ], "question": "What kind of movie is this?" }, { "answer": "at the speakers' home", "choice": [ "at a neighbor's house", "at a movie theater", "at the speakers' home" ], "question": "Where does this conversation take place?" } ]

1-121

[ "Boy: Mum, have we got any fruit to take on the picnic? I thought there were some oranges and bananas.", "Mother: Here are the bananas. Let's take them. Oh the oranges have all gone. What about taking some grapes or apples as well?", "Boy: OK, let's take the grapes. That'll be enough." ]

[ { "answer": "Bananas and grapes.", "choice": [ "Grapes and oranges.", "Grapes and apples.", "Bananas and grapes." ], "question": "What fruit will they take?" } ]

20-90

[ "M: Does your mother like travelling?", "W: Yes, she does. But she is an armchair traveler. She says that with books, magazines, TV and the Internet, she can go anywhere, and still enjoy the comforts of home!", "M: That's interesting. My mother prefes to travel with a tour group while my father enjoys traveling alone." ]

[ { "answer": "The woman's mother.", "choice": [ "The man's mother.", "The man's father.", "The woman's mother." ], "question": "Who enjoys armchair travelling?" } ]

4-599

[ "M: Human beings aren't interested in good news, they only like what's terrible or frightening.", "W: Speak for yourself. I like to hear inspiring news." ]

[ { "answer": "Good news.", "choice": [ "Terrible news.", "Frightening news.", "Good news." ], "question": "What kind of news does the woman like to hear?" } ]

4-838

[ "W: Frank, I thought you were working in New York.", "M: I was, but I've moved back. I just couldn't get used to living in a big city, so here I am back in school taking courses for a teacher's certificate." ]

[ { "answer": "Go back to school.", "choice": [ "Move to a big city.", "Become a teacher.", "Go back to school." ], "question": "What is Frank planning to do?" } ]

5-54

[ "F: How long will your holiday be?", "M: From July to August." ]

[ { "answer": "September", "choice": [ "July", "August", "September" ], "question": "When will the man come hack to school?" } ]

12-298

[ "W: The Spring Festival is coming. Danny. How do you want to celebrate it?", "M: I don't know. We have no Spring Festival in our country.", "W: But the Spring Festival is the biggest holiday of the year in our country. People are busy shopping and preparing presents for their relatives and friends before the, New Year's Eve.", "M: That sounds exciting.", "W: Children usually put on their new clothes on the first day of the Lunar New Year. And they also can get some money given by the elders as a Lunar New Year gift on the New Year's Eve.", "M: It's really quite interesting.", "W: And all the family members must come back home on the New Year's Eve no matter how far they are away from home. We call it \"get--together\". What are you going to do on the New Year's Eve?", "M: My teacher, Professor Wang and his wife have invited me to have dinner together.", "W: Sounds great." ]

[ { "answer": "The Chinese Spring Festival.", "choice": [ "Chinese New Year's day.", "Christmas Day.", "The Chinese Spring Festival." ], "question": "What are they mainly talking about?" }, { "answer": "On the New Year's Eve.", "choice": [ "On the first day of the Lunar New Year.", "On the New Year's Eve.", "Before the New Year's Eve." ], "question": "When will the children get some money from the elder as a gift for the Lunar New Year according to the text?" }, { "answer": "Visit his teacher.", "choice": [ "Do some reading.", "Write to his parents.", "Visit his teacher." ], "question": "What will Danny do on the New Year's Eve?" } ]

3-143

[ "M: It's about 2300 km by train from Guangzhou to Beijing.", "W: Ok, it's about 500 km farther than from Guangzhou to Shanghai." ]

[ { "answer": "About 1800 km.", "choice": [ "About 2300 km.", "About 1800 km.", "About 2800 km." ], "question": "How many kilometers by train is it from Guangzhou to Shanghai?" } ]

12-408

[ "W: Somebody once said that good communication can solve any problem. Do you agree with this?", "M: I think that good communication can solve a lot of problems, and improve many a situation. I worked in some seemingly impossible situations, and saw people change dramatically all because they started communicating in better ways. But can good communication solve all problems? No. It can't stop some, people from seeing the world in twisted ways. It can't stop some people from hurting themselves.", "W: What kind of people do you have difficulty working with?", "M: I'm naturally a person who likes to be decisive, and to act, so I get impatient sometimes when I'm working with a large group. Because it takes time for everyone's voice to be heard, and for everyone's opinion to be aired. Yet I know that process is vital if they're going to reach the ultimate decision.", "W: Is success of business based more on the results of what you do, or on how you communicate what you've done?", "M: Oh, it's a combination of both. To be successful, you have to be able to achieve results. But you also have to be able to communicate what you achieve. The most successful people don't place glory on themselves, but rather on people who help them achieve success." ]

[ { "answer": "It improves many situations.", "choice": [ "It stops people from hurting each other.", "It brings glory to one's career.", "It improves many situations." ], "question": "What does the man think of good communication?" }, { "answer": "Decisive.", "choice": [ "Ill-tempered.", "Agreeable.", "Decisive." ], "question": "How does the man describe himself?" }, { "answer": "Letting everyone have his say.", "choice": [ "Consulting with other groups.", "Letting everyone have his say.", "Going through a voting process." ], "question": "What is necessary for a large group to make a final decision?" }, { "answer": "Share their achieved results with others.", "choice": [ "Get help from other group members.", "Share their achieved results with others.", "Stop seeing the world in twisted ways." ], "question": "What does one have to do to be successful in business?" } ]

9-112

[ "M: The time has come to say goodbye.", "W: So soon. It seems as if you've just got here.", "M: I feel that way, too, but they say all good things must come to an end.", "W: It certainly has been a pleasure seeing you again and renewing old memories.", "M: I've had a nice time and I really want to thank you for spending so much time showing me the sights.", "W: Oh. It was fun for me, too. It gave me the chance to get away from my everyday work and do something a little bit different.", "M: You'll be out to see us next year, then, as you promised?", "W: Oh, yes. That's our present plan unless something bad comes up. We should be there sometime in early September.", "M: We'll be expecting you." ]

[ { "answer": "Nothing lasts forever.", "choice": [ "Taking a holiday.", "Nothing lasts forever.", "Going to work." ], "question": "Why is the man leaving?" }, { "answer": "Sightseeing.", "choice": [ "Sightseeing.", "Doing business.", "Attending a meeting." ], "question": "What have the speakers been doing together?" }, { "answer": "Visiting the man.", "choice": [ "Visiting the man.", "Changing her job.", "Going to a doctor's." ], "question": "What's going to happen to the woman next September?" } ]

4-801

[ "M: At what time does the next plane to London leave, please?", "W: The next one is flight 12 at eleven, gate 10." ]

[ { "answer": "11:00.", "choice": [ "10:00.", "11:00.", "12:00." ], "question": "At what time does the next plane to London leave?" } ]

3-181

[ "W: Would you mind if we discussed tomorrow's agenda before dinner this evening?", "M: Not at all. I certainly don't want to talk about it during our meal." ]

[ { "answer": "Before dinner.", "choice": [ "Before dinner.", "During dinner.", "After dinner." ], "question": "When will they discuss the agenda?" } ]

10-14

[ "W: I still can't get over the show last Saturday evening. I keep having frightening dreams all night.", "M: So, next time before you walk into a theatre, make sure what you are going to see." ]

[ { "answer": "The woman saw a horror movie.", "choice": [ "The woman enjoyed the movie very much.", "The woman saw a horror movie.", "The man asked the woman to be careful at night." ], "question": "What do we learn from this conversation?" } ]

5-227

[ "Heather: Hey. John. This looks a great party. [Yeah!] Thanks for inviting me.", "John: No problem. Glad you could make it. Hey. Have you met any of the famous guests so far?", "Heather: Uh, no. Who exactly?", "John: Well, there is Gregorio Zuttlemisterburger ... [Who?]. Ah. They call him the \"Grip\" for short.", "Heather: Who in the world is he?", "John: You've never heard of him? [No.] He's the world famous snake trainer ... He's never met a snake he couldn't train to dance and hiss at the same time.", "Heather: Seriously? Where is he?", "John: Uh, he's the tall guy over there in the purple jacket and green pants. He probably has a snake or two with him tonight.", "Heather: Huh?", "John: And then there is Georgina, the Great.", "Heather: Georgina ... and great for what?", "John: Are you serious? You've never heard of her? She is the world's greatest arm wrestler. I mean, World champion. She's the petite woman next to the fireplace with the bright yellow dress and the tennis shoes.", "Heather: I thought you said famous people ... like, like people we all know.", "John: And, and there is Brad Pitt ...", "Heather: Now, there's someone I recognize ...", "John: ... the captain of the national Yo-Yo team [What?]. Yeah. He's the short, stocky man sitting at the table wearing the black and red checkered shirt. I'm sure he'd do a few tricks for you if you asked.", "Heather: Uh, no thank you. I think I've had enough entertainment for one evening.", "John: Okay." ]

[ { "answer": "animals", "choice": [ "famous athletes", "animals", "world dancers" ], "question": "Gregorio is well known for his ability to work with ____________." }, { "answer": "He has on a blue jacket.", "choice": [ "He's tall.", "He's wearing green slacks.", "He has on a blue jacket." ], "question": "What is one thing that is NOT true about him?" }, { "answer": "She's a popular sports figure.", "choice": [ "She's a popular sports figure.", "She's famous for her cooking skills.", "She makes a living selling tennis shoes." ], "question": "What does Georgina do for a living?" }, { "answer": "small", "choice": [ "large", "heavy", "small" ], "question": "Georgina is a ____________ woman wearing a yellow dress." }, { "answer": "He's sitting in the room.", "choice": [ "He's sitting in the room.", "He's standing by a table.", "He's eating some refreshments." ], "question": "What is the other invited guest, Brad Pitt, doing in the conversation?" } ]

1-24

[ "W: Professor Newman, a few of us at the back didn't get a copy of your reading assignment.", "M: Well, there're only 38 names on my class list. And I didn't bring any spare copies." ]

[ { "answer": "Some of the students are not on the professor's list.", "choice": [ "Some students at the back cannot hear the professor.", "The professor has changed his reading assignment.", "Some of the students are not on the professor's list." ], "question": "What do we learn from the conversation?" } ]

5-66

[ "M: Excuse me. Has there been an emergency?", "W: Oh, no sir. There's just a storm, so the plane will leave a little later this afternoon." ]

[ { "answer": "There will be a short delay.", "choice": [ "There will be a short delay.", "There will be a long delay.", "The flight has been canceled." ], "question": "What do we know about the flight?" } ]

10-27

[ "W: I've never seen you have such confidence before an exam.", "M: It's more than confidence. Right now I feel that if I get less than an A, it'll be the fault of the exam itself." ]

[ { "answer": "He is sure of his success in the exam.", "choice": [ "He enjoys finding fault with exams.", "He is sure of his success in the exam.", "He doesn't know if he can do well in the exam." ], "question": "What does the man mean?" } ]

5-480

[ "W: Is this your book, Stephen?", "M: No, it isn't mine. It's Tom's." ]

[ { "answer": "It's Tom's.", "choice": [ "It's Tom's.", "It's Stephen's.", "It's mine." ], "question": "Whose book is it?" } ]

12-448

[ "W: So Martin, what sports do you play?", "M: I play football, volleyball, tennis, and table tennis but volleyball is my favorite game as it's team game and you can play it with your friends, and enjoy it as a team.", "W: Is it quite a fast game as well?", "M: Yeah. It is a fast game and that's another reason why I enjoy it.", "W: How exciting...", "M: Yes.", "W: Where do you play, then?", "M: I play at local sports centres more during the winter and sort of play in tournaments around England. I also, in the summer, play beach volleyball.", "W: Is beach volleyball different from the volleyball you play in the centres?", "M: Yes, it's a very different game. Instead of six players on a team, it's only two players.", "W: You mentioned you played in tournaments--now do you do quite well in the tournaments?", "M: Yes, I've played for South West England and we've got through to the semi-finals of different England tournaments, and for Wessex, my other volleyball team, we've actually won a few tournaments. So yes, I have done quite well.", "W: Oh well done!" ]

[ { "answer": "Volleyball.", "choice": [ "Football.", "Volleyball.", "Tennis." ], "question": "Which is Martin's favourite sport?" }, { "answer": "On the beach.", "choice": [ "At local sports centres.", "In tournaments.", "On the beach." ], "question": "Where does Martin play his favourite sport in the summer?" }, { "answer": "Two.", "choice": [ "Two.", "Four.", "Three." ], "question": "How many people form a team for beach volleyball?" }, { "answer": "Two.", "choice": [ "One.", "Two.", "Three." ], "question": "How many teams has Martin played for?" } ]

17-328

[ "W: Is it raining outside, Bob?", "M: Is it raining? Can't you see that I'm almost wet to the skin?" ]

[ { "answer": "It is raining heavily.", "choice": [ "It is raining slightly.", "It is raining heavily.", "It is shining." ], "question": "What is happening outside?" } ]

4-594

[ "M: You ought to see a doctor about the cough.", "W: I guess I should. I've been putting it off for days." ]

[ { "answer": "She hasn't seen her doctor.", "choice": [ "She has almost recovered from her cough.", "She hasn't seen her doctor.", "She saw the doctor four days ago." ], "question": "What does the woman mean?" } ]

16-17

[ "M: What kind of father am I? My only son almost died and I didn't even know he was ill.", "W: Don't blame yourself. You are too busy to pay attention to him. If his mother were still alive, things would have been much better." ]

[ { "answer": "He hasn't taken good care of his son.", "choice": [ "His only son is dying.", "His mother died some time ago.", "He hasn't taken good care of his son." ], "question": "Why does the man blame himself?" } ]

5-274

[ "W: Have you heard about the new Iphone?", "M: Yes, I heard it's supposed to come out in June. Are you thinking about getting one?", "W: I'd like to. It's not only a cell phone, but a camera, PDA and MP3 player all in one." ]

[ { "answer": "A new cell phone.", "choice": [ "A new camera.", "A new computer.", "A new cell phone." ], "question": "What are the speakers talking about?" } ]

4-586

[ "M: Can I help you, madam?", "W: Yes. I'd like fifteen beef dumplings and a glass of orange juice." ]

[ { "answer": "Orange juice.", "choice": [ "Apple juice.", "Beef dumplings.", "Orange juice." ], "question": "What would the woman like to drink?" } ]

8-22

[ "M: I heard you took a trip to Mexico last month. How did you like it?", "W: Oh, I got sick and tired of hotels and hotel food. So now I understand the saying, \"East, west, home's best\"." ]

[ { "answer": "She missed the comforts of home.", "choice": [ "She was exhausted from her trip.", "She missed the comforts of home.", "She was impressed by Mexican food." ], "question": "What does the woman mean?" } ]

5-484

[ "M: Hi, Queenie, how are you enjoying yourself at university?", "W: Hi, Jack, it's a lot of work. But I am having a good time. Are you planning to attend college next year?", "M: Yeah. Can you tell me what facilities they have for disabled students? My wheelchair doesn't always allow me to get into buildings.", "W: You should inquire at Student Services. They can discuss your medical history with you confidentially and make allowances. My friends Shannon and Rosie use computers to do their exams, so in your case, I'm sure it would not be a problem.", "M: What about the wheelchair access?", "W: The newer buildings have elevators and wide doors, but the older buildings have not been upgraded to accommodate handicapped people as far as I know. What faculty are you planning to go into?", "M: I am thinking of doing engineering.", "W: Hmm. Engineering is in the old Adams building. I don't know if there is an elevator.", "M: Do the buses that go out to campus have facilities to bring wheelchairs on board?", "W: Yes, that I know for sure. All the buses are equipped with electronic lifts, and there are seats that fold back.", "M: What about the sidewalks?", "W: I think most of the sidewalks have been leveled at the corners, so you could probably use your wheelchair, but I am not sure. In fact, if you would like, why don't you come with me? I'll be taking the bus and I could show you around once we got there.", "M: That's really nice of you, Raphel. I'd really like that.", "W: Okay, I will come to your house about 8:30 in the morning and we can take the commuter train into town, then catch the bus up to the university.", "M: Great, I look forward to it." ]

[ { "answer": "Privately talk with him about his illness and help.", "choice": [ "Privately talk with him about his illness and help.", "Talk with him about his plan for his bachelor's degree.", "Thoroughly examine his family background." ], "question": "What would the Student Services do with the man?" }, { "answer": "The new buildings are equipped with elevators while old ones aren't.", "choice": [ "All the seats in the new buildings are fold back.", "All the new buildings are higher than the old ones.", "The new buildings are equipped with elevators while old ones aren't." ], "question": "What are the differences between the new teaching buildings and the old ones, according to the woman?" }, { "answer": "Electronic lifts are installed on them.", "choice": [ "There are no facilities for the disabled.", "Electronic lifts are installed on them.", "The drivers are irresponsible for the driving." ], "question": "What is the feature of buses that go to the campus?" }, { "answer": "To be his guide around the campus.", "choice": [ "To have someone fix his computer.", "To be his guide around the campus.", "To help him with his house-cleaning." ], "question": "What's the purpose of Queenie's appointment with Jack?" } ]

5-875

[ "M: We want to take a train to New York.", "W: Regular or express train?", "M: How much time would I save if we took the express?", "W: About one hour. The next express train arrives in New York at 3:15.", "M: And how much more do I have to pay for the express?", "W: First class is 24 dollars more, and second class is 15 dollars more.", "M: As long as we can arrive one hour earlier, I don't mind paying a little extra. Then give me one second class ticket on the express, please.", "W: OK, one second class ticket. Here you are.", "M: Thank you." ]

[ { "answer": "24 dollars.", "choice": [ "24 dollars.", "15 dollars.", "20 dollars." ], "question": "How much more does the man have to pay for the first class express?" }, { "answer": "Second class ticket on the express.", "choice": [ "First class ticket on the express.", "Second class ticket on the express.", "First class ticket on the regular." ], "question": "What kind of ticket has the man bought?" } ]

21-169

[ "W: Don't talk back to your parents. It's impolite.", "M: But they are not reasonable." ]

[ { "answer": "Suggest him not to reply impolitely to his parents.", "choice": [ "Suggest him not to reply impolitely to his parents.", "Suggest him to refuse to talk to his parents.", "Suggest him to talk his parents down." ], "question": "What did the woman suggest the man to do?" } ]

14-98

[ "M: If I'd only looked earlier, I could have found a nearer apartment for less money.", "W: Yes, now that all the students are returning, the only apartments left are distant and expensive." ]

[ { "answer": "He is dissatisfied with the present apartment.", "choice": [ "He doesn't like his neighbor.", "He is dissatisfied with the present apartment.", "He lived in a near and cheap apartment." ], "question": "What is the man's problem?" } ]

14-260

[ "M: I've just ordered the computer with 32-speed CD ROM that we both like.", "W: That's great.", "M: It's twice the speed of the one we are using at home.", "W: Can't wait to see it." ]

[ { "answer": "Husband and wife.", "choice": [ "Husband and wife.", "Assistant and customer.", "Boss and secretary." ], "question": "What is the possible relationship between the two speakers?" } ]

4-541

[ "W: My colleagues at work say I should get a health insurance. What do you think?", "M: I think it's important. I can give you my insurance agent's card if you want.", "W: But I'm not sure what kind I need. In Germany, we have a national insurance program. But here you have nothing.", "M: Yes, I know. Many countries have national health insurance. America doesn't.", "W: Why is that?", "M: Well, it's because of the American culture. Americans think private companies can do things better than the government. So we depend on private companies for insurance.", "W: But isn't that expensive?", "M: You're right. It is expensive. And many people criticize it. They say it is not fair to poor people. They say the health systems are better in other countries, especially in Europe.", "W: But what do you think?", "M: I have no idea. I just do my best to have good insurance. It's important." ]

[ { "answer": "In the USA.", "choice": [ "In the USA.", "In Europe.", "In China." ], "question": "Where are the two speakers?" }, { "answer": "The people don't think the government can do it better.", "choice": [ "The government hasn't realized its importance.", "The people don't think the government can do it better.", "The government hasn't paid enough money for it." ], "question": "Why is there no national health insurance here?" }, { "answer": "Important.", "choice": [ "Expensive.", "Unnecessary.", "Important." ], "question": "What does the man think of having good insurance?" } ]

4-107

[ "Woman: Hi. Thanks for coming to the interview today. It's nice to meet you.", "Man: Well, thank you.", "Woman: To begin with, why don't you tell us a little about yourself?", "Man: Okay. Um, yeah. I've always been interested in teaching in a language program like this, and uh, I graduated with a degree in English and psychology eight years ago, [ Oh, really, both? ]. Yeah, and uh then I landed my first job overseas in Japan.", "Woman: Oh, wow. That's pretty impressive. What did you do there? What kind of work?", "Man: Well, I worked full time, um, for a private language school in Tokyo for the first two years, and then I found a job at a community college.", "Woman: Oh really? So, exactly what did you do in your work there then?", "Man: Well, I taught English and, uh, culinary arts.", "Woman: You taught cooking classes?", "Man: Well, well, I know it sounds like an unusual combination, but I completed a program in culinary arts before I got my, uh, English and psychology degrees.", "Woman: Oh, Wow. You've done a lot, haven't you? [ Yeah. ] So, what exactly, um, how did you teach and what exactly did you do?", "Man: Well, um, many of my students wanted to become chefs in restaurants, or they wanted to start their own restaurants, uh, and in our area, there were many, uh, tourists tourist spots. A lot of tourists came to that particular area, and so with English, they would be able to communicate not only with suppliers, you know things that they need for restaurant's food and so forth, but also with their customers, and so I taught them English and cooking at the same time.", "Woman: Wow. That's, that's pretty impressive. That's interesting. [ ... and tasty. ] Oh, I bet. So, why did you return to the United States? How long have you been back?", "Man: I've been back for, uh, probably about a year now.", "Woman: Okay, so what brought you back then?", "Man: Well, one of my former students opened a sushi restaurant, uh, in town, and he asked me to work with him.", "Woman: Really? What's the name of the restaurant?", "Man: Well, it's called Flying Sushi. Have you ever heard of it?", "Woman: Yes, I've been there. Their food is fabulous; it's top-notch. It's really hard just to get a reservation there.", "Man: I know, and uh, well, I work there two weeknights, and uh, and then ...", "Woman: So, two nights a week you're working there still?", "Man: Right, right, but then, but ... I want to return to teaching. I've also been working as a therapist at a treatment center for teenagers struggling with depression and other mental health disorders.", "Woman: Oh, wow, that would be a really interesting job.", "Man: It is, it is.", "Woman: Wow. You have such a wide range of experience. Uh, you know, to be honest, we have fifteen people who are applying for this position. You've got quite a background, but why don't you tell me three reasons why you would be the best person for this job.", "Man: Um, well, first of all, uh, I understand that different students have different learning styles, and for that reason, I have used iPads, video, music, cooking, drama, role plays, and games to reach every student. [ That's good. ] And second, I have a background in academic and psychological counseling and advising [ Uh, huh ] ... skills that are often needed, you know, in working with international students.", "Woman: Yeah, that could be really useful.", "Man: Yeah, so you know, many of them struggle with, uh, emotional turmoil, you know, home sickness ....", "Woman: Yeah, coming to a new place ...", "Man: Right, so making the transition can be very overwhelming, and uh ...", "Woman: Good. So, what would you say would be a third reason?", "Man: And finally, I speak four different languages ....", "Woman: Four? Wow! What languages do you speak?", "Man: Well, I speak Spanish, Portuguese, and Japanese at an advanced level. [ At an advanced level? Wow. ] And I also speak Arabic at a high-intermediate level.", "Woman: That's very, very impressive. You do have an impressive resume.", "Man: Thank you.", "Woman: Uh, what we're doing ... we're going to have two rounds of interviews, and we will contact you on Friday and let you know whether or not you'll be coming back for the second round of interviews.", "Man: Okay.", "Woman: It's been really nice meeting you, and thank you for your time." ]

[ { "answer": "psychology", "choice": [ "biology", "psychology", "sociology" ], "question": "The man studied English and ___________ at the university." }, { "answer": "private language school", "choice": [ "community college", "university", "private language school" ], "question": "He found his first job in Japan at a ____________." }, { "answer": "open their own restaurants", "choice": [ "open their own restaurants", "practice English with tourists", "create new food items" ], "question": "The man's cooking students wanted to _____________." }, { "answer": "mental health treatment center", "choice": [ "language training center", "modern fitness center", "mental health treatment center" ], "question": "Now, the man works at a Japanese restaurant and at a ____________." }, { "answer": "has experience in psychological advising", "choice": [ "has taught in many different countries", "has experience in psychological advising", "specializes in grammar instruction" ], "question": "The man should be a good candidate for the job because he _________." } ]

1-119

[ "W: Have you done the data analysis?", "M: Not yet.", "W: What will you say to the boss?", "M: I'll tell her I did not have time.", "W: You'd better come up with a better story than that." ]

[ { "answer": "He hasn't finished his work.", "choice": [ "He hasn't finished his work.", "He can't tell a good story.", "He has trouble collecting the data." ], "question": "What's the man's problem?" } ]

17-97

[ "M: I'm worried about my sister, Lucy.", "W: Why is that?", "M: She thinks she's too fat.", "W: Is she?", "M: No, but she keeps skipping meals. Then, she only eats chips and drinks cola.", "W: I used to do that. It's called binge. It was no fun!", "M: Why did you stop doing it?", "W: Well, my doctor told me to eat when I'm hungry. She said, \"Eat till you're full or you'll eat too much later.\" She said a lot of girls ruin their health this way.", "M: Did she say what to eat?", "W: She said, \"Eat fruit, vegetables, meats and grains. Have regular meals and snacks. Get exercise, too.\"" ]

[ { "answer": "Chips and cola.", "choice": [ "Chips and cola.", "Fruit and vegetables.", "Meat and grains." ], "question": "What does Lucy usually have for her meals?" }, { "answer": "Friends.", "choice": [ "Doctor and patient.", "Friends.", "Brother and sister." ], "question": "What's the relationship between the speakers?" } ]

4-1500

[ "W: I was amazed when I heard Tony played piano so expertly! From the way he talked, I thought he was just starting his lessons.", "M: Oh, no! That's the way he always talks!" ]

[ { "answer": "He usually understates his achievements.", "choice": [ "He has just started to teach piano lessons.", "He seldom takes things seriously.", "He usually understates his achievements." ], "question": "What can we infer about Tony from the conversation?" } ]

5-794

[ "M: Your handbag is very beautiful.", "W: Isn't it? I bought it at a sale for half price at a nearby shopping mall. It cost me $20." ]

[ { "answer": "A handbag", "choice": [ "A handbag", "A shopping mall", "A big sale." ], "question": "What are the speakers manly talking about?" } ]

4-427

[ "M: How does your sister go to university every day? Does she take a bus or underground or maybe the train?", "W: Oh, she always walks-because she lives quite close." ]

[ { "answer": "On foot.", "choice": [ "By bus.", "On foot.", "By subway." ], "question": "How does the woman's sister go to university?" } ]

4-232

[ "M: What's wrong with your new electric cooker? Let me see if I can fix it.", "W: Oh, I had the shop replace it with a new one this morning." ]

[ { "answer": "She had the cooker changed.", "choice": [ "She had the cooker changed.", "She had her cooker repaired.", "She bought a new cooker." ], "question": "What did the woman do this morning?" } ]

10-73

[ "W: I can't imagine what happened to Janet.", "M: Neither can I, but I'm sure she plans to come to the party." ]

[ { "answer": "She hasn't turned up.", "choice": [ "She has come to the party.", "She is hosting the party.", "She hasn't turned up." ], "question": "What can be concluded about Janet?" } ]

10-17

[ "M: Hey, Mary! You have really been gone a long time. How did you do that?", "W: Hi! Well, I talked with my teachers before I left about the work I would miss. Besides, my aunt in Denver made me study a lot there.", "M: I thought she was your rich aunt.", "W: Not very. But she didn't have any children to raise, so she does have some money, even though she was a teacher.", "M: How was the holiday?", "W: Cold, at least three of the days I went. And I saw so many people on the mountain on Washington's Birthday.", "M: The beaches here were full on Washington's Birthday, too. It really was warm here, so lots of people went swimming.", "W: Well, we should have stayed home that day. There were so many people. We took the train over to the mountain, so at least we didn't have to drive. It is a good thing we did-there were so many cars and buses, and no place to park anywhere.", "M: Just like the beaches here." ]

[ { "answer": "How Mary was able to miss so much school.", "choice": [ "How Mary went on the holiday.", "Why Mary went to Denver.", "How Mary was able to miss so much school." ], "question": "What did the boy mean by saying \"Mary, how did you do that\"?" }, { "answer": "May be there was a national holiday near that day.", "choice": [ "May be there was a national holiday near that day.", "It was fine that day and nobody wanted to stay in.", "All the students were on their winter holiday that day." ], "question": "What can we infer about Washington's Birthday from the dialogue?" }, { "answer": "She went to the mountain by train for a holiday.", "choice": [ "She stayed at home.", "She went to the mountain by car.", "She went to the mountain by train for a holiday." ], "question": "What did Mary do on Washington's Birthday?" } ]

4-1506

[ "W: It's rather cold here. Do you mind my closing the door?", "M: Not at all." ]

[ { "answer": "Close the door.", "choice": [ "Close the door.", "Open the door.", "Clean the door." ], "question": "What is the woman going to do?" } ]

12-463

[ "M: Can you stay for dinner?", "W: I'd love to, but I have to go and send some registered mail before picking up the children from school." ]

[ { "answer": "To the post office.", "choice": [ "To the school.", "To a friend's house.", "To the post office." ], "question": "Where will the woman go first?" } ]

5-656

[ "W: Did everybody escape from the fire?", "M: Yes. Although the fire spread quickly, everybody was able to escape." ]

[ { "answer": "No one died in the fire.", "choice": [ "The fire broke out suddenly.", "Everything was burnt down in the fire.", "No one died in the fire." ], "question": "What can we learn from the conversation?" } ]

4-512

[ "W: The article said scientists have found a new benefit of green tea.", "M: I've been told that green tea can lower the risks of heart disease, stoke and cancers.", "W: Besides that, it's good for memory. And it helps fall down eating of the brain." ]

[ { "answer": "Improving memory.", "choice": [ "Reducing cancers.", "Preventing strokes.", "Improving memory." ], "question": "What is the new benefit of green tea?" } ]

9-85

[ "M: Two more miles to go...we have an hour before school starts. Let's take our time. Do you want to stop and get a breakfast sandwich?", "W: We decided to start walking to school for the exercise. We want to get fit. Why would we want to eat a fattening breakfast sandwich?", "M: McDonald's has an egg muffin sandwich that has only 320 calories. What's wrong with that? I bet we walked off 320 calories already. After two more miles, we can probably walk off another 100 calories.", "W: I do need energy. I hardly ate dinner last night. My mom made leg of lamb, and it's definitely not my favorite. In fact, I think I'm going to become a vegetarian.", "M: Good for you! I gave up meat a long time ago. Now, almost all of my meals are salads. Funny thing is, when I make my food, I also make food for my rabbit. We mostly eat the same things now.", "W: My bird eats seeds and berries. We could probably share our meals, too!" ]

[ { "answer": "They want to get in shape.", "choice": [ "It's close to home.", "They want to get in shape.", "They can stop at McDonald's on the way." ], "question": "Why are the speakers walking to school?" }, { "answer": "320 calories.", "choice": [ "25 calories.", "320 calories.", "100 calories." ], "question": "How many calories does the breakfast sandwich have?" }, { "answer": "Meat.", "choice": [ "Meat.", "Salads.", "Seeds and berries." ], "question": "What does the woman want to avoid?" } ]

4-1145

[ "M: It's sunny and warm. Stop studying and come into the garden with me.", "W: Why not?" ]

[ { "answer": "She likes the idea.", "choice": [ "She is warm enough.", "She has to study in.", "She likes the idea." ], "question": "What does the woman mean?" } ]

9-13

[ "W: Good morning, Mr. Tim. It's a long time since I had the pleasure of a visit from you.", "M: Yes, it must be three or four years. I haven't visited you since I called about my will. You helped me with that, you remember?", "W: Yes, I remember. Do you want to make any changes in your will?", "M: I don't think that will be necessary, but you'll tell me if it is. I left everything, you remember, to my wife, and, after her death, to my son Jerry. I've about $ 15 000 in shares of industrial companies. These bring in, after paying tax, about $ 1 125 a year. Well, I'm earning a good salary now, and I shall get a good pension from my employers, so my wife and I can live fairly comfortably with this extra income. I want to buy some land and build a house for my son. It's time he get married, and he needs a house. I'm thinking of building one and giving it to him.", "W: Your son's fortunate. So you want my help buying the land and building the house.", "M: Yes, that's right. As soon as you've done what's necessary for buying the land, Jerry and I will see an architect.", "W: Have you found a plot yet?", "M: Jerry was in Edinburgh last Saturday and saw a plot he likes. My wife and I went there two days ago, and we liked it, too. I'd like you to make the necessary inquiries for me.", "W: I'd be pleased to do that. I shall have to write to the Local Authority and inquire whether it is allowed to build a house on your piece of land. You're not allowed to build a house without permission from the Planning Authority. And sometimes the Authority decides that a house must be built of stone, and not of brick, so that it doesn't spoil the surrounding village." ]

[ { "answer": "Three or four years.", "choice": [ "Half a year.", "Two years.", "Three or four years." ], "question": "How long have they not met each other?" }, { "answer": "He wants the woman's help in buying the land and building the house.", "choice": [ "He wants to make some changes in his will.", "He wants the woman's help in buying the land and building the house.", "He wants the solicitor to see the architect for him." ], "question": "What's the purpose of Mr. Tim's visiting this time?" }, { "answer": "Two days ago.", "choice": [ "Last Friday.", "Last Saturday.", "Two days ago." ], "question": "When did Mr. Tim go to see the plot chosen by his son?" }, { "answer": "Stone.", "choice": [ "Stone.", "Brick.", "Cement." ], "question": "According to the Authority, which of the following must the house be built of sometimes?" } ]

17-253

[ "W: What's wrong with you?", "M: Nothing serious.", "W: Maybe you'd better have a medical examination.", "M: I think there is no need. I'm just having a cough and feel tired.", "W: You need to take an X-ray photo of your lungs. I advise you to do as I told you. After all, whatever work you want to do, you must have good health. Don't you think so?", "M: Thank you. But shall I make some calls to arrange some important business affairs first?", "W: OK." ]

[ { "answer": "He has a cough.", "choice": [ "He has a cough.", "He has a cold.", "He has a headache." ], "question": "What is wrong with the man?" }, { "answer": "Workmates.", "choice": [ "Brother and sister.", "Workmates.", "Doctor and patient." ], "question": "What is the relationship between the two speakers?" }, { "answer": "Arrange the business affairs.", "choice": [ "Take a medical examination.", "Refuse the woman's advice.", "Arrange the business affairs." ], "question": "What will the man do next?" } ]

4-363

[ "W: Hey, Bob. How long have you been here?", "M: I started swimming this morning at 5:00.", "W: My goodness! That's early! I got here at 6:00. How many lanes have you done?", "M: I swam 50 lanes before 6:00, but I can't remember how many lanes I've done since then.", "W: I have 10 more to do and it'll be done.", "M: I'm almost finished, too. Do you have any classes right after you finish?", "W: No, I don't have to go to class until 11:00. How about you?", "M: No, I don't have to go to class until 10:00. I usually go out for breakfast after I swim. Would you like to join me today?", "W: Sure, that sounds like fun. Let me finish and I'll meet you outside the locker room.", "M: OK, see you then." ]

[ { "answer": "In a pool.", "choice": [ "In a classroom.", "In a pool.", "On a baseball field." ], "question": "Where does this conversation take place?" }, { "answer": "50.", "choice": [ "6.", "10.", "50." ], "question": "How many lanes had the man completed by 6:00?" }, { "answer": "To eat breakfast.", "choice": [ "To eat breakfast.", "To eat dinner.", "To go to class." ], "question": "Where will the speakers probably go after they meet outside the locker room?" } ]

4-204

[ "W: If I go to Washington D.C, will you meet me there?", "M: I have to go to New York. But if I have time, I'll meet you there on Friday." ]

[ { "answer": "Go to New York.", "choice": [ "Go to New York.", "Meet the woman.", "Go to Washington D.C." ], "question": "What will the man do first?" } ]

4-550

[ "W: It's Friday, October 1st, isn't it?", "M: No, it's October 3rd." ]

[ { "answer": "October 3rd.", "choice": [ "October 1st.", "October 3rd.", "Monday." ], "question": "What's the date today?" } ]

11-93

[ "Woman: Can I help you?", "Man: Yes. My daughter bought this camera here for my wife's birthday. But it doesn't work. So I'd like to change it for another one.", "Woman: I see. Let me have a look. Well, we'll be happy to change it for you. But I am afraid we don't have another pink one.", "Man: Oh? What will I do then?", "Woman: Would you like to choose a different color? We do have this camera in black and orange.", "Man: My wife doesn't like either of those colors.", "Woman: If you want, we can order another camera just like this one. There wouldn't be any extra charge for it.", "Man: That sounds fine. Would you please go ahead and do that?", "Woman: We'd be very happy to but it'll take at least a week. Maybe ten days. We'll call you when it comes in.", "Man: Thank you very much.", "Woman: You are welcome." ]

[ { "answer": "To get a camera changed.", "choice": [ "To order a camera for his wife.", "To have a camera repaired.", "To get a camera changed." ], "question": "Why is the man at the shop?" }, { "answer": "Pink.", "choice": [ "Pink.", "Black.", "Orange." ], "question": "What colour does the man want?" }, { "answer": "Wait until further notice.", "choice": [ "Make a phone call.", "Wait until further notice.", "Come again the next day." ], "question": "What will the man do afterwards?" } ]

4-1436

[ "M: Are you free Ibis weekend? I have two tickets.", "W: I'm sorry." ]

[ { "answer": "He wants to go to the cinema.", "choice": [ "He wants to know the woman's plan.", "He has a meeting on Friday.", "He wants to go to the cinema." ], "question": "What does the man mean?" } ]

12-309

[ "M: The new sales manager says he have never met you before.", "W: We've been introduced about three times. He seems a little forgetful." ]

[ { "answer": "He probably has a poor memory.", "choice": [ "He is very forgiving and tolerant.", "He probably has a poor memory.", "He is well liked by his customers." ], "question": "What do we learn about the new sales manager?" } ]

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