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[ "M: The radio costs $40, but I only have $30.", "W: I have $16. Would you like to borrow it?" ]	[ { "answer": "$46.", "choice": [ "$46.", "$86.", "$56." ], "question": "How much do they have between them?" } ]	16-109
[ "W: What topic did you finally choose for the term paper for your World Economy class?", "M: After thinking about a few ideas, I finally settled on the difference between Japanese and American styles of management.", "W: Hmm. Why did you choose a topic like that?", "M: Well, I'm planning to study Business in graduate school next year. After that, I hope to start my own company.", "W: Isn't that a coincidence! I'm also doing a paper on how Japanese management styles are being adapted by American firms for my Comparative Cultures class.", "M: Why don't we sit down and share some of our sources after we've each been to the library?", "W: Great idea! Should we meet at the snack bar next Wednesday at this time?", "M: That's fine with me. See you then." ]	[ { "answer": "Topics for their term paper.", "choice": [ "Topics for their term paper.", "Different majors.", "Holiday plans." ], "question": "What are the speakers mainly talking about?" }, { "answer": "Business.", "choice": [ "Law.", "Business.", "Literature." ], "question": "What does the man plan to study in graduate school?" }, { "answer": "At a snack bar.", "choice": [ "At the school gate.", "At a reading room.", "At a snack bar." ], "question": "Where does the woman suggest they meet next Wednesday?" } ]	4-392
[ "M: Has George returned from Europe yet?", "W: Yes, but he had been only here for three days before his company sent him to Canada." ]	[ { "answer": "Canada.", "choice": [ "Europe.", "Here.", "Canada." ], "question": "Where is George now?" } ]	5-8
[ "M: I'd like an Italian soup to start with and then some fried noodles.", "W: All right. Anything else?", "M: Yes, I'd like a cup of coffee afterwards. Make it hot, please.", "W: I've got it, sir." ]	[ { "answer": "Soup, noodles and hot coffee.", "choice": [ "Soup, noodles and iced coffee.", "Sandwich, noodles and hot coffee.", "Soup, noodles and hot coffee." ], "question": "What does the man have for this meal?" } ]	4-590
[ "M: Christmas is around the corner. And I'm looking for a gift for my girlfriend. Any suggestions?", "W: Well you have to tell me something about your girlfriend first. Also, what's your budget?" ]	[ { "answer": "Give her more information.", "choice": [ "Plan his budget carefully.", "Give her more information.", "Ask someone else for advice." ], "question": "What does the woman want the man to do?" } ]	5-110
[ "W: George. Where were you yesterday evening? I expected to see you at the concert.", "M: Oh, I waited for you at the corner of your street. Then I looked for you at your flat, but the housekeeper said you were out." ]	[ { "answer": "They waited for each other at different places.", "choice": [ "They were both busy doing their own work.", "They waited for each other at different places.", "They went to the street corner at different times." ], "question": "Why didn't they meet that evening?" } ]	5-203
[ "W: It's always been hard to get this car into first gear. And now the clutch seems to be slipping.", "M: If you leave the car with me, I will fix it for you this afternoon." ]	[ { "answer": "A mechanic.", "choice": [ "A car dealer.", "A mechanic.", "A driving examiner." ], "question": "Who is the woman probably speaking to?" } ]	5-493
[ "M: I'd like to have a talk with your director sometime this week. Could you arrange it for me?", "W: He's rather busy these days. But I'll see what I can do." ]	[ { "answer": "To arrange an appointment for him withthe director.", "choice": [ "To put him through to the director.", "To have a talk with the director abouthis work.", "To arrange an appointment for him withthe director." ], "question": "What's the man asking the woman to do?" } ]	5-672
[ "M: Hello, this is doctor Marita from the emergency department. I have a 70-year-old patient with a fractured ankle.", "W: OK, send him toward 3." ]	[ { "answer": "The old man's serious condition.", "choice": [ "The admission of a patient.", "Diagnosis of an illness.", "The old man's serious condition." ], "question": "What are they talking about on the phone?" } ]	5-308
[ "W: We do need another bookshelf in this room. But the problem is the space forit.", "M: How about moving the old dining table to the kitchen?" ]	[ { "answer": "Rearrange some furniture.", "choice": [ "Find a larger room.", "Sell the old table.", "Rearrange some furniture." ], "question": "What does the man suggest they should do?" } ]	5-638
[ "W: You had a job interview yesterday, didn't you? How did it go?", "M: Not too bad, I guess. There were about 20 candidates competing for the sales manager's job. And finally it was down to three of us, but the other two seemed better qualified." ]	[ { "answer": "His chance of getting the job is slim.", "choice": [ "He is confident he will get the job.", "His chance of getting the job is slim.", "It isn't easy to find a qualified sales manager." ], "question": "What does the man imply?" } ]	5-147
[ "M: Would you like to try the banana pie? It's incredible.", "W: Well, to tell the truth I don't car emuch dessert." ]	[ { "answer": "It doesn't appeal to her.", "choice": [ "It doesn't appeal to her.", "It's incredibly delicious.", "She has already tasted it." ], "question": "What does the woman say about the banana pie?" } ]	5-755
[ "M: Good morning. May I help you?", "W: I'd like to exchange some money first.", "M: Anything else?", "W: Then open a saving account." ]	[ { "answer": "In a bank.", "choice": [ "In a post office.", "In a hotel.", "In a bank." ], "question": "Where does the conversation most probably take place?" } ]	17-290
[ "W: Please have a seat, Mr. Saunders. I received your job resume last week, and it was very impressed.", "M: Thank you!", "W: We are a small financial company trading mostly stocks and bonds may I ask why you are so interested in working for us?", "M: Your company has an impressive reputation and I've always wanted to work for a smaller company.", "W: That's good to hear. Would you mind telling me a little bit about your present job?", "M: I'm currently working in a large international company in charge of a team of 8 brokers. We buy and sell stocks for major clients worldwide.", "W: Why do you think you are the right candidate for this position?", "M: As a head broker, I have a lot of experiences in the stock market, I deal with the clients on the daily bases, and I enjoy working with people.", "W: Well, you might just be the person we've been looking for. Do you have any questions?", "M: Aha, if I were hired, how many accounts would I be handling?", "W: you will be working with two other head brokers, in another words, you will be handling about a third of our clients.", "M: And who would I report to?", "W: Directly to me.", "M: I see. What kind of benefits package do you offer?", "W: Two weeks of paid vacation in your first year employment, you are also been entitled to medical and dental insurance, but this is something you should discuss with our Personnel Department. Do you have any other questions?", "M: No not at the moment.", "W: Well, I have to discuss you application with my colleagues and we'll get back to you early next week.", "M: OK, thanks, it's been nice meeting you!", "W: Nice meeting you too! And thanks for coming in today." ]	[ { "answer": "To be interviewed for a job in the woman's company.", "choice": [ "To make a business report to the woman.", "To be interviewed for a job in the woman's company.", "To resign from his position in the woman's company." ], "question": "What's the purpose of Mr. Saunders' visit?" }, { "answer": "He leads a team of brokers in a big company.", "choice": [ "He is head of a small trading company.", "He works in an international insurance company.", "He leads a team of brokers in a big company." ], "question": "What is Mr. Saunders' current job?" }, { "answer": "The woman seems to be satisfied with Mr. Saunders' past experience.", "choice": [ "The woman thinks Mr. Saunders is asking for more than they can offer.", "The woman seems to be satisfied with Mr. Saunders' past experience.", "Mr. Saunders believes that he deserves more paid vacations." ], "question": "What can we conclude from the conversation?" } ]	5-108
[ "F: What would you like to order, Sir?", "M: Yes, please. I'll like a glass of beer." ]	[ { "answer": "In a restaurant", "choice": [ "In a market", "In a post office", "In a restaurant" ], "question": "Where are they talking?" } ]	12-574
[ "W: Dr. Block, I need to take a few days off because my father is coming over to visit. And I need to show him around the city.", "M: Ok, Jane. But be sure tocome back to work next week." ]	[ { "answer": "Asking for leave.", "choice": [ "Planning a tour.", "Calling her father.", "Asking for leave." ], "question": "What is Jane doing?" } ]	4-1359
[ "W: My husband often repairs watches for people.", "M: Really? I have a broken one." ]	[ { "answer": "He wants the woman's husband to repair his watch.", "choice": [ "He wants to get rid of his broken watch.", "He wants the woman to repair his watch.", "He wants the woman's husband to repair his watch." ], "question": "What does the man mean?" } ]	12-187
[ "M: Today on mind matters, I'm talking to Dr Ann Winters, an expert on human memory.. Ann, welcome to the program. Now, I suppose the first question everyone would ask is: what exactly is human memory?", "W: Well, like so many easy questions, the answer isn't very simple. Basically, human memory is a compartment in people's brains where they store images rather like the hard disc drive in a computer. And like a hard disc drive, our memories can become infected or even wiped out by accidents. But the comparison breaks down when we consider that we can train our memories to expand and work better which computers can't manage yet.", "M: When you talk about memory being infected, do you mean by a disease?", "W: Yes. For instance, people suffering from a physiological disease like Alzheimer: forget things that happened in the past. And they also forget how to perform simple tasks like tying their shoelaces. The good news is that brain exercises can help keep the brain young. Research has shown that people who have better educations and more mentally active jobs have a lower risk of developing the disease.", "M: And how can someone exercise his brain? By thinking a lot?", "W: In a way, yes. But you can also practice using your memory which not only exercises your brain but also improves you ability to remember things. Unfortunately, a lot of devices in modern life are designed to make sure we don't forget things which can make our brains more idle and weaken our memories.", "M: Can you give us some examples of how to exercise our memories?", "W: Sure, there is a very simple technique, although it works better for some people than for others. When you want to remember something, think of a physical thing it reminds you of. If I want to remember a date from history, let's say, 1066, the date of the Battle of Hastings. I might think that battle reminds me of bottle, so I think of a bottle with the number 1066 written on the label. And I just picture that bottle to myself." ]	[ { "answer": "Because both can be wiped out by accidents.", "choice": [ "Because both can be wiped out by accidents.", "Because both can be trained to work better.", "Because both can be expanded." ], "question": "Why does the woman compare human memory to a hard disc drive?" }, { "answer": "They forget how to perform simple tasks.", "choice": [ "They don't understand the mechanisms of memory.", "They can't remember who they are.", "They forget how to perform simple tasks." ], "question": "What are we told about people suffering from Alzheimer's disease?" }, { "answer": "People who have mentally active jobs.", "choice": [ "People who have received little education.", "People who have mentally active jobs.", "People who first have good memories." ], "question": "Who has a lower risk of developing Alzheimer's disease?" }, { "answer": "Devices designed to help us remember things.", "choice": [ "Doing too much physical exercise.", "The number of devices in modern life.", "Devices designed to help us remember things." ], "question": "According to the woman, what harms our memories?" }, { "answer": "By connecting them with a physical object.", "choice": [ "By connecting them with a physical object.", "By looking at them very carefully first.", "By having people remind us of them." ], "question": "How can we remember things more easily according to the woman?" } ]	20-68
[ "M: It's almost 2 in the morning. The man in next is still making such noise.", "F: Annoying! Shall we call the Police?" ]	[ { "answer": "2 in the morning", "choice": [ "12 at the noon", "2 in the afternoon", "2 in the morning" ], "question": "What time is it?" } ]	12-587
[ "W: Harry, the Christmas is coming soon. Let's go shopping for some presents.", "M: Oh, God. Leave me alone." ]	[ { "answer": "Harry is not going to do Christmas shopping", "choice": [ "Christmas is coming soon.", "Harry is not going to do Christmas shopping", "The two speakers are doing Christmas shopping." ], "question": "What do we learn from the dialogue?" } ]	13-217
[ "W: Good afternoon, here is the dress you want to be made.", "M: But I don't think it's what I asked for.", "W: What's wrong with it, the color, the style or the size?", "M: No, it's not the fight material. I can't possibly accept it.", "W: That is a pity." ]	[ { "answer": "It's not the right material", "choice": [ "It's not the right material", "It's not the right style", "It's not the right color" ], "question": "What's wrong with the dress?" } ]	17-264
[ "M: It is nearly seven o'clock. Let's go.", "F: No hurry. The party starts at seven thirty." ]	[ { "answer": "Seven thirty.", "choice": [ "Seven o'clock.", "Seven thirty.", "Seven thirteen." ], "question": "When will the party start?" } ]	12-384
[ "M: It's seven o'clock already. Mary should be home by now.", "W: Oh. I forgot to tell you that she called this afternoon and told me that she was going to a party at her classmate's house and wouldn't be home until 10." ]	[ { "answer": "To attend a party at a classmate's home.", "choice": [ "To attend a party at a classmate's home.", "To do homework with her classmate.", "To attend an evening class." ], "question": "What did Mary say she was going to do?" } ]	5-648
[ "W: How did you do on the math exam, John?", "M: I barely made it. It was just a passing score but better than I had expected." ]	[ { "answer": "John did better than he thought he was able to.", "choice": [ "John didn't pass, although he had tried his best.", "John did better than he thought he was able to.", "John got an excellent score, which was unexpected." ], "question": "What do we learn from the conversation?" } ]	5-291
[ "W: I'd like to buy a copy of Professor Frankling's book on sea shells.", "M: I'm sorry. Ms. That book has been out of print for some time now." ]	[ { "answer": "It is no longer available.", "choice": [ "It is no longer available.", "It has been reprinted four times.", "The store doesn't have it now, but will have it soon." ], "question": "What does the man say about the book?" } ]	5-686
[ "M: Mrs. Jones, you look very beautiful in the blue skirt, why not make one?", "W: Urn... just take a measure for me." ]	[ { "answer": "She is going to make a blue skirt.", "choice": [ "She is going to make a blue skirt.", "She is not going to make a blue skirt.", "She is not going to do anything." ], "question": "What is the woman going to do?" } ]	11-157
[ "W: Jack,I can't find Volumn Ten. Could you check for me who borrowed it?", "M: Here it is, on the upper shelf, next to Volumn Two." ]	[ { "answer": "It has been misplaced.", "choice": [ "It is difficult to identify.", "It has been misplaced.", "It is missing." ], "question": "Why can't the woman find the book?" } ]	5-683
[ "M: How often do you come back home?", "F: Um... usually... twice a year." ]	[ { "answer": "How often the woman come back home.", "choice": [ "How often the woman come back home.", "How soon the woman come back home.", "Whether the woman come back home." ], "question": "What are they talking about?" } ]	12-337
[ "M: Hurry up. It is time for TV.", "W: What are we going to watch?", "M: A football match between Germany and Italy. It will be exciting.", "W: But I am not interested in, football. I like to see a TV film.", "M: Oh. no. You can see a TV film any other day.", "W: There will he oilier football games any other day.", "M: But this game is the most important of the season.", "W: If you insist on watching the game, I will go.", "M: Where are you going? Are you annoyed with me?", "W: No. I am going to the cinema." ]	[ { "answer": "They can't get agreed on what program they are going to watch on TV.", "choice": [ "They can't get agreed on what they are going to do.", "They can't get agreed on what program they are going to watch on TV.", "They can't get agreed on when to watch TV." ], "question": "What can't they agree on?" }, { "answer": "They decide to do different things separately.", "choice": [ "They decide to watch the game together.", "They decide to go to the cinema.", "They decide to do different things separately." ], "question": "What do they decide to do late?" } ]	21-267
[ "M: Hello, my name is Carlson. I believe you have a room booked for me.", "W: Carlson? Oh, yes, Mr. Carlson. It's a single room with a bath, on the second floor. I hope it will suit you, sir." ]	[ { "answer": "The man reserved a room some time ago.", "choice": [ "The man wants to reserve a room.", "The man reserved a room some time ago.", "The man has booked a room with nobath." ], "question": "What does the conversation tell us?" } ]	5-692
[ "M: Can I borrow your car for a few hours this afternoon, Sue?", "W: Sure, Bill. But I need it back by 5:00.", "M: I'll have it back by 4:30 with a full tank." ]	[ { "answer": "By 4:30 p.m.", "choice": [ "By 4:30 p.m.", "At 5:00 p.m.", "By 5:30 p.m." ], "question": "When will Bill return the car to Sue?" } ]	4-939
[ "M: Hi, Tracy. I went into the college today to find out about evening classes.", "W: I still remember the painting course had so many people in it that you couldn't really get any personal help.", "M: Yes, but they have decided to limit the number this year, so if you want to do it you have to book a place. Anyway I wonder whether I ought to do computing really.", "W: But would it be advanced enough for you?", "M: I think so. The woman who runs it is supposed to be very good. She's not just a programmer. She's a well-trained teacher as well.", "W: It's up to you of course. But at the end of a day's work, I just want something relaxing. And I'd have to pay for materials. I can't afford more than the minimum.", "M: Then why don't you try Spanish? And it'd be really useful on holiday.", "W: Don't the language courses last two terms?", "M: I don't think so." ]	[ { "answer": "Sign up as soon as possible.", "choice": [ "Sign up as soon as possible.", "Do a lot of preparations at first.", "Ask a teacher for personal help." ], "question": "What advice does the man give the woman about the painting course?" }, { "answer": "The good teacher.", "choice": [ "The advanced contents.", "The bright future.", "The good teacher." ], "question": "What attracts the man most to study computing?" }, { "answer": "It won't cost too much and it's useful.", "choice": [ "The course doesn't last very long.", "It won't cost too much and it's useful.", "There will be a limit on the number of people next year." ], "question": "Why does the man suggest the woman study Spanish?" } ]	7-131
[ "M: Excuse me, where do you live?", "W: I live at No. 145, Shanghai Road." ]	[ { "answer": "No. 145, Shanghai Road.", "choice": [ "No. 105, DongFang Road.'", "No. 45, Taibei Road.", "No. 145, Shanghai Road." ], "question": "What's the woman's address?" } ]	13-72
[ "M: Shall we see a film this evening?", "W: Oh, sorry. I'm afraid I can't. I'm seeing my Mum off at the airport at 7:30." ]	[ { "answer": "Say good-bye to her Mum at the airport.", "choice": [ "Meet her Mum at the airport.", "Say good-bye to her Mum at the airport.", "Fly to another city together with her Mum." ], "question": "What will the woman do this evening?" } ]	16-94
[ "M: Can you believe I just had to pay 20 pounds for a hair cut in Steward?", "W: You should try the salon where I go. It's only 10. But it takes a while to get an appointment." ]	[ { "answer": "She tells the man a cheaper but busier place to have his hair cut.", "choice": [ "She tells the man a cheaper but busier place to have his hair cut.", "She offers to cut the man's hair herself at the price of 10.", "She suggests the man to go to a farther place to trim his hair." ], "question": "What do we know about the woman?" } ]	5-818
[ "M: What is Mr. Peterson going to do with his old house on London Road? Rent it or sell it?", "W: I heard he is thinking of turning it into a restaurant, which isn't a bad idea, because it's still a solid building." ]	[ { "answer": "He may convert it and use it as a restaurant.", "choice": [ "He may convert it and use it as a restaurant.", "He may pull it down and build a new restaurant.", "He may rent it out for use as a restaurant." ], "question": "What will Mr. Peterson do with his old house?" } ]	5-316
[ "M: So, Macy, how was your holiday?", "W: Oh, we loved it. Tom liked Germany best, but France was my favorite.", "M: So did Rachael finally go with you?", "W: No, she wasn't able to. She was called away for a business trip to China.", "M: That's a pity. So where exactly did you go and visit?", "W: Well, we traveled all over, Italy, Spain and Holland; we even bathed in a Swiss lake", "M: You did, really?" ]	[ { "answer": "A Family holiday.", "choice": [ "A Family holiday.", "A business trip.", "A travel plan." ], "question": "What are the two speakers talking about?" }, { "answer": "China.", "choice": [ "Spain.", "Italy.", "China." ], "question": "Where did Rachel go?" } ]	4-1425
[ "M: Good morning, Madam. What can I do for you?", "W: Good morning. How much should I pay for these books to be sent to New York?" ]	[ { "answer": "At a post office.", "choice": [ "In New York.", "At a post office.", "In a bookstore." ], "question": "Where is the woman now?" } ]	4-1156
[ "W: From here, the mountains look as if you could just reach out and touch them.", "M: That's why I chose this lodge. It has one of the best views in Switzerland." ]	[ { "answer": "Its location.", "choice": [ "Its price.", "Its location.", "Its comfort." ], "question": "What is the man's chief consideration in choosing the lodge?" } ]	5-773
[ "M: We could go to a ball game this evening or would you rather eat in a restaurant and then see a film?", "W: To tell you the truth, I can't really go anywhere this evening, because I'm expecting an important phone call." ]	[ { "answer": "To wait for a call.", "choice": [ "To wait for a call.", "To watch a ball game on TV.", "To have dinner with a friend." ], "question": "Why will the woman stay home in the evening?" } ]	4-1375
[ "M: What's the trouble, Mary?", "W: Well, doctor. It's my eyes. I can't see clearly." ]	[ { "answer": "In a hospital.", "choice": [ "In a shop.", "In a hospital.", "In a library." ], "question": "Where are the two speakers probably talking?" } ]	8-37
[ "W: Tony's mother has invited me to dinner. Do you think I should tell her in advance that I'm a vegetarian?", "M: Of course. I think she'd appreciate it. Imaging how you both feel if she fixed the turkey dinner or something." ]	[ { "answer": "Tell Tony's mother that she eats no meat.", "choice": [ "Decline the invitation as early as possible.", "Ask Tony to convey thanks to his mother.", "Tell Tony's mother that she eats no meat." ], "question": "What does the man suggest the woman do?" } ]	5-583
[ "W: I've sent out the invitations for the dinner party.", "M: That's good. Now what should we do?", "W: We need to plan the menu.", "M: Oh, that's right. What do you have in mind?", "W: I think I'm going to make the chicken salad we had at our 39th wedding anniversary. Remember, I asked Thomson, the chef of the restaurant where we often go, for the recipe?", "M: Oh, yes. I remember. Time sure flies! Now we are celebrating our golden anniversary! And Thomson was very friendly. You know, chefs seldom tell people their recipes. They often keep them a secret.", "W: I understand that. So you see, I have promised I will also keep the recipe a secret.", "M: Well, Thomson will appreciate that. Oh, but did you forget that Linda doesn't eat chicken?", "W: Linda? Oh, my Gosh! I forgot to invite her! She'll be mad at me. It just slipped my mind. Thanks for reminding me! I think I'm getting old!", "M: Looks like you are!" ]	[ { "answer": "A chef.", "choice": [ "Linda's husband.", "The man's cousin.", "A chef." ], "question": "Who is Thomson?" }, { "answer": "50.", "choice": [ "40.", "50.", "60." ], "question": "How many years have the speakers got married?" }, { "answer": "She doesn't eat chicken.", "choice": [ "She won't be invited to the party.", "She doesn't eat chicken.", "She is a good cook." ], "question": "What do we know about Linda?" } ]	4-897
[ "W: Why are you visiting Hong Kong?", "M: I'm just on holiday." ]	[ { "answer": "For holiday.", "choice": [ "For holiday.", "For business.", "To visit her mother." ], "question": "Why is the woman visiting Hong Kong?" } ]	11-177
[ "W: I'm busy year after year,but I've done nothing.", "M: You've done a lot, my darling!" ]	[ { "answer": "Couple.", "choice": [ "Strangers.", "Couple.", "Waiter and customer." ], "question": "What's the relationship between the two speaker?" } ]	4-1278
[ "W: I'm glad I don't have your job, working all night and sleeping in the daytime.", "M: Oh. I stooped that when I got my promotion. Now I'm on three days and off two days." ]	[ { "answer": "He has two free days for every three days he works.", "choice": [ "He works three times as much as he did before.", "He has two free days for every three days he works.", "He works three nights every two weeks." ], "question": "How does the man work now?" } ]	4-748
[ "M: I like light music. What about you, Tina?", "W: Pop music." ]	[ { "answer": "Pop music", "choice": [ "Pop music", "Country music", "Light music" ], "question": "What kind of music does Tina like?" } ]	8-20
[ "M: Good morning, Madam. What can I do for you?", "W: Good morning. How much should I pay for these books to be sent to New York?", "M: Hm, 20 dollars. Anything else?", "W: Yes, a two-dollar stamp, please.", "M: That will be 22 dollars all together.", "W: Here's 25.", "M: Thank you. And here's the change.", "W: Thank you.", "M: You're welcome." ]	[ { "answer": "At the post office.", "choice": [ "At the post office.", "At a bookstore.", "At the bank." ], "question": "Where are they most possibly?" }, { "answer": "One.", "choice": [ "One.", "Two.", "Four." ], "question": "How many stamps does the woman buy?" }, { "answer": "Three dollars.", "choice": [ "One dollar.", "Two dollars,", "Three dollars." ], "question": "How much is the change?" } ]	14-156
[ "W: Can you tell me your dream?", "M: I dream of becoming a lawyer in the future." ]	[ { "answer": "A lawyer.", "choice": [ "A teacher.", "A worker.", "A lawyer." ], "question": "What does the man want to be when he grows up?" } ]	12-4
[ "W: Where's Cecilia, Mark?", "M: I'm not sure. She finishes school at 3. Maybe she went to Joyce's. She knows she has to come home before 5.", "W: It's 5:30 now.", "M: Maybe she forgot her watch.", "W: Well, someone has to wash the dishes. The kitchen's a mess.", "M: I can go to Joyce's. I know her address.", "W: That's OK. We don't need her. You can wash the dishes." ]	[ { "answer": "At home.", "choice": [ "At the store.", "At home.", "At school." ], "question": "Where are the two speakers?" }, { "answer": "In the kitchen.", "choice": [ "In the bathroom.", "In the living room.", "In the kitchen." ], "question": "Where's the mess?" } ]	4-538
[ "W: Did you start the quarrel with Mary?", "M: Yes, she broke my glass and didn't say sorry to me." ]	[ { "answer": "Because Mary broke his glass and didn't say sorry to him.", "choice": [ "Because Mary broke his glass and didn't say sorry to him.", "Because he broke Mary's glass.", "Because Mary didn't answer his question politely." ], "question": "Why did the man start the quarrel with Mary?" } ]	14-95
[ "W: The concert starts at eight thirty. What time is it now?", "M: About ten to eight. We must hurry up." ]	[ { "answer": "7:50.", "choice": [ "7:50.", "8:10.", "8:30." ], "question": "What time is it now?" } ]	16-143
[ "W: Your house is bigger than mine.", "M: So is Bib's but Tom's is smaller." ]	[ { "answer": "Tom's.", "choice": [ "Tom's.", "the woman's.", "Bob's" ], "question": "Whose house is the smallest?" } ]	16-123
[ "W: Excuse me. I am looking for something local or special here as gifts. Could you give me some suggestions?", "M: Well, we have quite a few choices here: pottery, postcards with our local scenery, hand-made woolen hats and over there some food.", "W: These hats look very beautiful! How much are they?", "M: Forty-five dollars each or eighty dollars for the pair.", "W: OK. I'll take the red one." ]	[ { "answer": "In a gift shop.", "choice": [ "In a gift shop.", "In a flower shop.", "At a bank." ], "question": "Where does the conversation take place most probably?" }, { "answer": "Four.", "choice": [ "Three.", "Four.", "Five." ], "question": "How many kinds of gifts did the man mention?" }, { "answer": "The red one.", "choice": [ "The blue one.", "The red one.", "The yellow one." ], "question": "Which hat does the woman like?" } ]	2-49
[ "W: What's going on between you and Charlie? Did you have a fight or something?", "M: No, but I can't stand him anymore. He is the worst roommate I've ever had. He never cleans up after himself and he is always listening to loud music when I try to get some sleep.", "W: Why don't you have a heart-to-heart talk with him?", "M: I've tried, but it didn't work. Maybe you can talk to him. After all, you are his good friend." ]	[ { "answer": "Getting along with his roommate.", "choice": [ "Keeping his room clean every day.", "Getting along with his roommate.", "Having trouble making friends." ], "question": "What seems to be the man's problem?" }, { "answer": "Talk to Charlie", "choice": [ "Try to get more sleep.", "Buy some music CDs.", "Talk to Charlie" ], "question": "What does the woman suggest the man do?" } ]	9-68
[ "W: Do you have special plans for the weekend?", "M: Yes, I'm going to a live play on Saturday evening.", "W: And what about Sunday?", "M: Well, on Sunday I'm going to the art exhibition with David. There're some new paintings about Mexico." ]	[ { "answer": "To a live play.", "choice": [ "To a live play.", "To a film show.", "To an art exhibition." ], "question": "is the man going on Saturday evening?" } ]	4-268
[ "W: Good morning, sir. Can I help you?", "M: Yes. I'd like a single room with a bath.", "W: Do you have a reservation, sir?", "M: No.", "W: OK. Please wait a second. I'll find a room for you." ]	[ { "answer": "In a hotel.", "choice": [ "In a restaurant.", "In a hotel.", "In a hospital." ], "question": "Where does the conversation take place?" }, { "answer": "He's checking in.", "choice": [ "He's checking in.", "He's ordering meals.", "He's making a reservation." ], "question": "What is the man doing?" } ]	14-192
[ "W: Hello!", "M: Good evening, Toushmorho restaurant.", "W: Oh, good evening. I'd like to order a take-away.", "M: Certainly, what would you like?", "W: I'd like a curry with beef, a hot lamb curry and a mild chicken curry, your special. Oh, and three portions of rice.", "M: Did you know that chicken curry comes with rice?", "W: Oh, I see. Better make that just two portions of rice. Thanks." ]	[ { "answer": "Chicken curry.", "choice": [ "Beef curry.", "Lamb curry.", "Chicken curry." ], "question": "Which curry comes with rice included?" } ]	20-66
[ "M: I'd like to buy that coat. But I don't have enough money.", "W: Would you like me to lend you some? But I'm not sure about the style." ]	[ { "answer": "It may not be the right style.", "choice": [ "It's too expensive.", "It suits the man well.", "It may not be the right style." ], "question": "What does the woman think of the coat?" } ]	4-442
[ "W: Tom, was it three months ago that you luckily got an opportunity to spend your holiday in Sydney?", "M: Not me. John was the lucky dog." ]	[ { "answer": "John.", "choice": [ "The woman.", "Tom.", "John." ], "question": "Who got the chance of spending a holiday in Sydney?" } ]	3-118
[ "W: Do you get up at 5 every morning?", "M: Yes, and I need 7 hours of sleep, I should go to bed by 9 or 10." ]	[ { "answer": "7 hours", "choice": [ "5 hours", "7 hours", "9 hours" ], "question": "How much sleep does the man need?" } ]	7-328
[ "M: That was a long jog! I'm all out of breath, and you look like you are not even tired.", "W: Well, I've been doing this every morning for the last ten years, you know..." ]	[ { "answer": "She's worked hard to get fit.", "choice": [ "She's worked hard to get fit.", "She's more tired than she looks.", "She's too busy to run in the morning." ], "question": "What does the woman mean?" } ]	7-35
[ "W: I'm so angry with my result!", "M: Why, what happened?", "W: Well, I failed my Chinese oral test by 3 points, and I worked so hard for it!", "M: Oh no. Poor you." ]	[ { "answer": "A student.", "choice": [ "A student.", "A teacher.", "A worker." ], "question": "What is the woman?" } ]	4-662
[ "W: Good evening, sir, may I help you?", "M: Yes, I'd like to check in, please.", "W: Certainly, sir. Do you have a reservation?", "M: Yes, the name is Johnson." ]	[ { "answer": "At a hotel.", "choice": [ "At a restaurant.", "At a hotel.", "At an airport." ], "question": "Where does the conversation probably take place?" } ]	4-654
[ "M: I hear the guy who is going to deliver the lecture this weekend spend a year living in the rainforest.", "W: Great. I'm doing a report on the rainforest. Maybe I can get some new information to add to it." ]	[ { "answer": "She is looking forward to the lecture.", "choice": [ "She is going to deliver a lecture.", "She spent a year in the rain forest.", "She is looking forward to the lecture." ], "question": "What do we know about the woman?" } ]	9-136
[ "M: It's been raining since Monday, but the weather report says that tomorrow will be clear and sunny. Thank goodness, we can at last say goodbye to the rain.", "W: That's really good news. You know I always play football on Saturday, and I like to play in good weather." ]	[ { "answer": "5 days.", "choice": [ "5 days.", "6 days.", "7 days." ], "question": "long has the rain lasted?" } ]	4-1031
[ "M: Hurry up. We'll be late for the concert.", "W: It's only 7 o'clock now. It only takes 5 minutes to get there. There will be plenty of time if we leave at 7:15." ]	[ { "answer": "At 7:20.", "choice": [ "At 7:00.", "At 7:15.", "At 7:20." ], "question": "When will the speakers probably arrive at the concert?" } ]	4-917
[ "M: The doctor said if I kept smoking, I would increase my chances of having a heart attack.", "W: Did he suggest reducing weight, too?" ]	[ { "answer": "Lose weight.", "choice": [ "Lose weight.", "Quit smoking.", "Weigh himself frequently." ], "question": "What does the woman think the man should also do?" } ]	5-350
[ "W: Do you like this coat, or shall I take the blue one?", "M: I like both of them, but I think the blue one fits you better.", "W: OK. I'll get the blue one. It's less expensive anyway." ]	[ { "answer": "The price is reasonable.", "choice": [ "She likes its color very much.", "The price is reasonable.", "It is on sale now." ], "question": "Why does the woman want to get the coat?" } ]	4-875

[ "M: The radio costs $40, but I only have $30.", "W: I have $16. Would you like to borrow it?" ]

[ { "answer": "$46.", "choice": [ "$46.", "$86.", "$56." ], "question": "How much do they have between them?" } ]

16-109

[ "W: What topic did you finally choose for the term paper for your World Economy class?", "M: After thinking about a few ideas, I finally settled on the difference between Japanese and American styles of management.", "W: Hmm. Why did you choose a topic like that?", "M: Well, I'm planning to study Business in graduate school next year. After that, I hope to start my own company.", "W: Isn't that a coincidence! I'm also doing a paper on how Japanese management styles are being adapted by American firms for my Comparative Cultures class.", "M: Why don't we sit down and share some of our sources after we've each been to the library?", "W: Great idea! Should we meet at the snack bar next Wednesday at this time?", "M: That's fine with me. See you then." ]

[ { "answer": "Topics for their term paper.", "choice": [ "Topics for their term paper.", "Different majors.", "Holiday plans." ], "question": "What are the speakers mainly talking about?" }, { "answer": "Business.", "choice": [ "Law.", "Business.", "Literature." ], "question": "What does the man plan to study in graduate school?" }, { "answer": "At a snack bar.", "choice": [ "At the school gate.", "At a reading room.", "At a snack bar." ], "question": "Where does the woman suggest they meet next Wednesday?" } ]

4-392

[ "M: Has George returned from Europe yet?", "W: Yes, but he had been only here for three days before his company sent him to Canada." ]

[ { "answer": "Canada.", "choice": [ "Europe.", "Here.", "Canada." ], "question": "Where is George now?" } ]

5-8

[ "M: I'd like an Italian soup to start with and then some fried noodles.", "W: All right. Anything else?", "M: Yes, I'd like a cup of coffee afterwards. Make it hot, please.", "W: I've got it, sir." ]

[ { "answer": "Soup, noodles and hot coffee.", "choice": [ "Soup, noodles and iced coffee.", "Sandwich, noodles and hot coffee.", "Soup, noodles and hot coffee." ], "question": "What does the man have for this meal?" } ]

4-590

[ "M: Christmas is around the corner. And I'm looking for a gift for my girlfriend. Any suggestions?", "W: Well you have to tell me something about your girlfriend first. Also, what's your budget?" ]

[ { "answer": "Give her more information.", "choice": [ "Plan his budget carefully.", "Give her more information.", "Ask someone else for advice." ], "question": "What does the woman want the man to do?" } ]

5-110

[ "W: George. Where were you yesterday evening? I expected to see you at the concert.", "M: Oh, I waited for you at the corner of your street. Then I looked for you at your flat, but the housekeeper said you were out." ]

[ { "answer": "They waited for each other at different places.", "choice": [ "They were both busy doing their own work.", "They waited for each other at different places.", "They went to the street corner at different times." ], "question": "Why didn't they meet that evening?" } ]

5-203

[ "W: It's always been hard to get this car into first gear. And now the clutch seems to be slipping.", "M: If you leave the car with me, I will fix it for you this afternoon." ]

[ { "answer": "A mechanic.", "choice": [ "A car dealer.", "A mechanic.", "A driving examiner." ], "question": "Who is the woman probably speaking to?" } ]

5-493

[ "M: I'd like to have a talk with your director sometime this week. Could you arrange it for me?", "W: He's rather busy these days. But I'll see what I can do." ]

[ { "answer": "To arrange an appointment for him withthe director.", "choice": [ "To put him through to the director.", "To have a talk with the director abouthis work.", "To arrange an appointment for him withthe director." ], "question": "What's the man asking the woman to do?" } ]

5-672

[ "M: Hello, this is doctor Marita from the emergency department. I have a 70-year-old patient with a fractured ankle.", "W: OK, send him toward 3." ]

[ { "answer": "The old man's serious condition.", "choice": [ "The admission of a patient.", "Diagnosis of an illness.", "The old man's serious condition." ], "question": "What are they talking about on the phone?" } ]

5-308

[ "W: We do need another bookshelf in this room. But the problem is the space forit.", "M: How about moving the old dining table to the kitchen?" ]

[ { "answer": "Rearrange some furniture.", "choice": [ "Find a larger room.", "Sell the old table.", "Rearrange some furniture." ], "question": "What does the man suggest they should do?" } ]

5-638

[ "W: You had a job interview yesterday, didn't you? How did it go?", "M: Not too bad, I guess. There were about 20 candidates competing for the sales manager's job. And finally it was down to three of us, but the other two seemed better qualified." ]

[ { "answer": "His chance of getting the job is slim.", "choice": [ "He is confident he will get the job.", "His chance of getting the job is slim.", "It isn't easy to find a qualified sales manager." ], "question": "What does the man imply?" } ]

5-147

[ "M: Would you like to try the banana pie? It's incredible.", "W: Well, to tell the truth I don't car emuch dessert." ]

[ { "answer": "It doesn't appeal to her.", "choice": [ "It doesn't appeal to her.", "It's incredibly delicious.", "She has already tasted it." ], "question": "What does the woman say about the banana pie?" } ]

5-755

[ "M: Good morning. May I help you?", "W: I'd like to exchange some money first.", "M: Anything else?", "W: Then open a saving account." ]

[ { "answer": "In a bank.", "choice": [ "In a post office.", "In a hotel.", "In a bank." ], "question": "Where does the conversation most probably take place?" } ]

17-290

[ "W: Please have a seat, Mr. Saunders. I received your job resume last week, and it was very impressed.", "M: Thank you!", "W: We are a small financial company trading mostly stocks and bonds may I ask why you are so interested in working for us?", "M: Your company has an impressive reputation and I've always wanted to work for a smaller company.", "W: That's good to hear. Would you mind telling me a little bit about your present job?", "M: I'm currently working in a large international company in charge of a team of 8 brokers. We buy and sell stocks for major clients worldwide.", "W: Why do you think you are the right candidate for this position?", "M: As a head broker, I have a lot of experiences in the stock market, I deal with the clients on the daily bases, and I enjoy working with people.", "W: Well, you might just be the person we've been looking for. Do you have any questions?", "M: Aha, if I were hired, how many accounts would I be handling?", "W: you will be working with two other head brokers, in another words, you will be handling about a third of our clients.", "M: And who would I report to?", "W: Directly to me.", "M: I see. What kind of benefits package do you offer?", "W: Two weeks of paid vacation in your first year employment, you are also been entitled to medical and dental insurance, but this is something you should discuss with our Personnel Department. Do you have any other questions?", "M: No not at the moment.", "W: Well, I have to discuss you application with my colleagues and we'll get back to you early next week.", "M: OK, thanks, it's been nice meeting you!", "W: Nice meeting you too! And thanks for coming in today." ]

[ { "answer": "To be interviewed for a job in the woman's company.", "choice": [ "To make a business report to the woman.", "To be interviewed for a job in the woman's company.", "To resign from his position in the woman's company." ], "question": "What's the purpose of Mr. Saunders' visit?" }, { "answer": "He leads a team of brokers in a big company.", "choice": [ "He is head of a small trading company.", "He works in an international insurance company.", "He leads a team of brokers in a big company." ], "question": "What is Mr. Saunders' current job?" }, { "answer": "The woman seems to be satisfied with Mr. Saunders' past experience.", "choice": [ "The woman thinks Mr. Saunders is asking for more than they can offer.", "The woman seems to be satisfied with Mr. Saunders' past experience.", "Mr. Saunders believes that he deserves more paid vacations." ], "question": "What can we conclude from the conversation?" } ]

5-108

[ "F: What would you like to order, Sir?", "M: Yes, please. I'll like a glass of beer." ]

[ { "answer": "In a restaurant", "choice": [ "In a market", "In a post office", "In a restaurant" ], "question": "Where are they talking?" } ]

12-574

[ "W: Dr. Block, I need to take a few days off because my father is coming over to visit. And I need to show him around the city.", "M: Ok, Jane. But be sure tocome back to work next week." ]

[ { "answer": "Asking for leave.", "choice": [ "Planning a tour.", "Calling her father.", "Asking for leave." ], "question": "What is Jane doing?" } ]

4-1359

[ "W: My husband often repairs watches for people.", "M: Really? I have a broken one." ]

[ { "answer": "He wants the woman's husband to repair his watch.", "choice": [ "He wants to get rid of his broken watch.", "He wants the woman to repair his watch.", "He wants the woman's husband to repair his watch." ], "question": "What does the man mean?" } ]

12-187

[ "M: Today on mind matters, I'm talking to Dr Ann Winters, an expert on human memory.. Ann, welcome to the program. Now, I suppose the first question everyone would ask is: what exactly is human memory?", "W: Well, like so many easy questions, the answer isn't very simple. Basically, human memory is a compartment in people's brains where they store images rather like the hard disc drive in a computer. And like a hard disc drive, our memories can become infected or even wiped out by accidents. But the comparison breaks down when we consider that we can train our memories to expand and work better which computers can't manage yet.", "M: When you talk about memory being infected, do you mean by a disease?", "W: Yes. For instance, people suffering from a physiological disease like Alzheimer: forget things that happened in the past. And they also forget how to perform simple tasks like tying their shoelaces. The good news is that brain exercises can help keep the brain young. Research has shown that people who have better educations and more mentally active jobs have a lower risk of developing the disease.", "M: And how can someone exercise his brain? By thinking a lot?", "W: In a way, yes. But you can also practice using your memory which not only exercises your brain but also improves you ability to remember things. Unfortunately, a lot of devices in modern life are designed to make sure we don't forget things which can make our brains more idle and weaken our memories.", "M: Can you give us some examples of how to exercise our memories?", "W: Sure, there is a very simple technique, although it works better for some people than for others. When you want to remember something, think of a physical thing it reminds you of. If I want to remember a date from history, let's say, 1066, the date of the Battle of Hastings. I might think that battle reminds me of bottle, so I think of a bottle with the number 1066 written on the label. And I just picture that bottle to myself." ]

[ { "answer": "Because both can be wiped out by accidents.", "choice": [ "Because both can be wiped out by accidents.", "Because both can be trained to work better.", "Because both can be expanded." ], "question": "Why does the woman compare human memory to a hard disc drive?" }, { "answer": "They forget how to perform simple tasks.", "choice": [ "They don't understand the mechanisms of memory.", "They can't remember who they are.", "They forget how to perform simple tasks." ], "question": "What are we told about people suffering from Alzheimer's disease?" }, { "answer": "People who have mentally active jobs.", "choice": [ "People who have received little education.", "People who have mentally active jobs.", "People who first have good memories." ], "question": "Who has a lower risk of developing Alzheimer's disease?" }, { "answer": "Devices designed to help us remember things.", "choice": [ "Doing too much physical exercise.", "The number of devices in modern life.", "Devices designed to help us remember things." ], "question": "According to the woman, what harms our memories?" }, { "answer": "By connecting them with a physical object.", "choice": [ "By connecting them with a physical object.", "By looking at them very carefully first.", "By having people remind us of them." ], "question": "How can we remember things more easily according to the woman?" } ]

20-68

[ "M: It's almost 2 in the morning. The man in next is still making such noise.", "F: Annoying! Shall we call the Police?" ]

[ { "answer": "2 in the morning", "choice": [ "12 at the noon", "2 in the afternoon", "2 in the morning" ], "question": "What time is it?" } ]

12-587

[ "W: Harry, the Christmas is coming soon. Let's go shopping for some presents.", "M: Oh, God. Leave me alone." ]

[ { "answer": "Harry is not going to do Christmas shopping", "choice": [ "Christmas is coming soon.", "Harry is not going to do Christmas shopping", "The two speakers are doing Christmas shopping." ], "question": "What do we learn from the dialogue?" } ]

13-217

[ "W: Good afternoon, here is the dress you want to be made.", "M: But I don't think it's what I asked for.", "W: What's wrong with it, the color, the style or the size?", "M: No, it's not the fight material. I can't possibly accept it.", "W: That is a pity." ]

[ { "answer": "It's not the right material", "choice": [ "It's not the right material", "It's not the right style", "It's not the right color" ], "question": "What's wrong with the dress?" } ]

17-264

[ "M: It is nearly seven o'clock. Let's go.", "F: No hurry. The party starts at seven thirty." ]

[ { "answer": "Seven thirty.", "choice": [ "Seven o'clock.", "Seven thirty.", "Seven thirteen." ], "question": "When will the party start?" } ]

12-384

[ "M: It's seven o'clock already. Mary should be home by now.", "W: Oh. I forgot to tell you that she called this afternoon and told me that she was going to a party at her classmate's house and wouldn't be home until 10." ]

[ { "answer": "To attend a party at a classmate's home.", "choice": [ "To attend a party at a classmate's home.", "To do homework with her classmate.", "To attend an evening class." ], "question": "What did Mary say she was going to do?" } ]

5-648

[ "W: How did you do on the math exam, John?", "M: I barely made it. It was just a passing score but better than I had expected." ]

[ { "answer": "John did better than he thought he was able to.", "choice": [ "John didn't pass, although he had tried his best.", "John did better than he thought he was able to.", "John got an excellent score, which was unexpected." ], "question": "What do we learn from the conversation?" } ]

5-291

[ "W: I'd like to buy a copy of Professor Frankling's book on sea shells.", "M: I'm sorry. Ms. That book has been out of print for some time now." ]

[ { "answer": "It is no longer available.", "choice": [ "It is no longer available.", "It has been reprinted four times.", "The store doesn't have it now, but will have it soon." ], "question": "What does the man say about the book?" } ]

5-686

[ "M: Mrs. Jones, you look very beautiful in the blue skirt, why not make one?", "W: Urn... just take a measure for me." ]

[ { "answer": "She is going to make a blue skirt.", "choice": [ "She is going to make a blue skirt.", "She is not going to make a blue skirt.", "She is not going to do anything." ], "question": "What is the woman going to do?" } ]

11-157

[ "W: Jack,I can't find Volumn Ten. Could you check for me who borrowed it?", "M: Here it is, on the upper shelf, next to Volumn Two." ]

[ { "answer": "It has been misplaced.", "choice": [ "It is difficult to identify.", "It has been misplaced.", "It is missing." ], "question": "Why can't the woman find the book?" } ]

5-683

[ "M: How often do you come back home?", "F: Um... usually... twice a year." ]

[ { "answer": "How often the woman come back home.", "choice": [ "How often the woman come back home.", "How soon the woman come back home.", "Whether the woman come back home." ], "question": "What are they talking about?" } ]

12-337

[ "M: Hurry up. It is time for TV.", "W: What are we going to watch?", "M: A football match between Germany and Italy. It will be exciting.", "W: But I am not interested in, football. I like to see a TV film.", "M: Oh. no. You can see a TV film any other day.", "W: There will he oilier football games any other day.", "M: But this game is the most important of the season.", "W: If you insist on watching the game, I will go.", "M: Where are you going? Are you annoyed with me?", "W: No. I am going to the cinema." ]

[ { "answer": "They can't get agreed on what program they are going to watch on TV.", "choice": [ "They can't get agreed on what they are going to do.", "They can't get agreed on what program they are going to watch on TV.", "They can't get agreed on when to watch TV." ], "question": "What can't they agree on?" }, { "answer": "They decide to do different things separately.", "choice": [ "They decide to watch the game together.", "They decide to go to the cinema.", "They decide to do different things separately." ], "question": "What do they decide to do late?" } ]

21-267

[ "M: Hello, my name is Carlson. I believe you have a room booked for me.", "W: Carlson? Oh, yes, Mr. Carlson. It's a single room with a bath, on the second floor. I hope it will suit you, sir." ]

[ { "answer": "The man reserved a room some time ago.", "choice": [ "The man wants to reserve a room.", "The man reserved a room some time ago.", "The man has booked a room with nobath." ], "question": "What does the conversation tell us?" } ]

5-692

[ "M: Can I borrow your car for a few hours this afternoon, Sue?", "W: Sure, Bill. But I need it back by 5:00.", "M: I'll have it back by 4:30 with a full tank." ]

[ { "answer": "By 4:30 p.m.", "choice": [ "By 4:30 p.m.", "At 5:00 p.m.", "By 5:30 p.m." ], "question": "When will Bill return the car to Sue?" } ]

4-939

[ "M: Hi, Tracy. I went into the college today to find out about evening classes.", "W: I still remember the painting course had so many people in it that you couldn't really get any personal help.", "M: Yes, but they have decided to limit the number this year, so if you want to do it you have to book a place. Anyway I wonder whether I ought to do computing really.", "W: But would it be advanced enough for you?", "M: I think so. The woman who runs it is supposed to be very good. She's not just a programmer. She's a well-trained teacher as well.", "W: It's up to you of course. But at the end of a day's work, I just want something relaxing. And I'd have to pay for materials. I can't afford more than the minimum.", "M: Then why don't you try Spanish? And it'd be really useful on holiday.", "W: Don't the language courses last two terms?", "M: I don't think so." ]

[ { "answer": "Sign up as soon as possible.", "choice": [ "Sign up as soon as possible.", "Do a lot of preparations at first.", "Ask a teacher for personal help." ], "question": "What advice does the man give the woman about the painting course?" }, { "answer": "The good teacher.", "choice": [ "The advanced contents.", "The bright future.", "The good teacher." ], "question": "What attracts the man most to study computing?" }, { "answer": "It won't cost too much and it's useful.", "choice": [ "The course doesn't last very long.", "It won't cost too much and it's useful.", "There will be a limit on the number of people next year." ], "question": "Why does the man suggest the woman study Spanish?" } ]

7-131

[ "M: Excuse me, where do you live?", "W: I live at No. 145, Shanghai Road." ]

[ { "answer": "No. 145, Shanghai Road.", "choice": [ "No. 105, DongFang Road.'", "No. 45, Taibei Road.", "No. 145, Shanghai Road." ], "question": "What's the woman's address?" } ]

13-72

[ "M: Shall we see a film this evening?", "W: Oh, sorry. I'm afraid I can't. I'm seeing my Mum off at the airport at 7:30." ]

[ { "answer": "Say good-bye to her Mum at the airport.", "choice": [ "Meet her Mum at the airport.", "Say good-bye to her Mum at the airport.", "Fly to another city together with her Mum." ], "question": "What will the woman do this evening?" } ]

16-94

[ "M: Can you believe I just had to pay 20 pounds for a hair cut in Steward?", "W: You should try the salon where I go. It's only 10. But it takes a while to get an appointment." ]

[ { "answer": "She tells the man a cheaper but busier place to have his hair cut.", "choice": [ "She tells the man a cheaper but busier place to have his hair cut.", "She offers to cut the man's hair herself at the price of 10.", "She suggests the man to go to a farther place to trim his hair." ], "question": "What do we know about the woman?" } ]

5-818

[ "M: What is Mr. Peterson going to do with his old house on London Road? Rent it or sell it?", "W: I heard he is thinking of turning it into a restaurant, which isn't a bad idea, because it's still a solid building." ]

[ { "answer": "He may convert it and use it as a restaurant.", "choice": [ "He may convert it and use it as a restaurant.", "He may pull it down and build a new restaurant.", "He may rent it out for use as a restaurant." ], "question": "What will Mr. Peterson do with his old house?" } ]

5-316

[ "M: So, Macy, how was your holiday?", "W: Oh, we loved it. Tom liked Germany best, but France was my favorite.", "M: So did Rachael finally go with you?", "W: No, she wasn't able to. She was called away for a business trip to China.", "M: That's a pity. So where exactly did you go and visit?", "W: Well, we traveled all over, Italy, Spain and Holland; we even bathed in a Swiss lake", "M: You did, really?" ]

[ { "answer": "A Family holiday.", "choice": [ "A Family holiday.", "A business trip.", "A travel plan." ], "question": "What are the two speakers talking about?" }, { "answer": "China.", "choice": [ "Spain.", "Italy.", "China." ], "question": "Where did Rachel go?" } ]

4-1425

[ "M: Good morning, Madam. What can I do for you?", "W: Good morning. How much should I pay for these books to be sent to New York?" ]

[ { "answer": "At a post office.", "choice": [ "In New York.", "At a post office.", "In a bookstore." ], "question": "Where is the woman now?" } ]

4-1156

[ "W: From here, the mountains look as if you could just reach out and touch them.", "M: That's why I chose this lodge. It has one of the best views in Switzerland." ]

[ { "answer": "Its location.", "choice": [ "Its price.", "Its location.", "Its comfort." ], "question": "What is the man's chief consideration in choosing the lodge?" } ]

5-773

[ "M: We could go to a ball game this evening or would you rather eat in a restaurant and then see a film?", "W: To tell you the truth, I can't really go anywhere this evening, because I'm expecting an important phone call." ]

[ { "answer": "To wait for a call.", "choice": [ "To wait for a call.", "To watch a ball game on TV.", "To have dinner with a friend." ], "question": "Why will the woman stay home in the evening?" } ]

4-1375

[ "M: What's the trouble, Mary?", "W: Well, doctor. It's my eyes. I can't see clearly." ]

[ { "answer": "In a hospital.", "choice": [ "In a shop.", "In a hospital.", "In a library." ], "question": "Where are the two speakers probably talking?" } ]

8-37

[ "W: Tony's mother has invited me to dinner. Do you think I should tell her in advance that I'm a vegetarian?", "M: Of course. I think she'd appreciate it. Imaging how you both feel if she fixed the turkey dinner or something." ]

[ { "answer": "Tell Tony's mother that she eats no meat.", "choice": [ "Decline the invitation as early as possible.", "Ask Tony to convey thanks to his mother.", "Tell Tony's mother that she eats no meat." ], "question": "What does the man suggest the woman do?" } ]

5-583

[ "W: I've sent out the invitations for the dinner party.", "M: That's good. Now what should we do?", "W: We need to plan the menu.", "M: Oh, that's right. What do you have in mind?", "W: I think I'm going to make the chicken salad we had at our 39th wedding anniversary. Remember, I asked Thomson, the chef of the restaurant where we often go, for the recipe?", "M: Oh, yes. I remember. Time sure flies! Now we are celebrating our golden anniversary! And Thomson was very friendly. You know, chefs seldom tell people their recipes. They often keep them a secret.", "W: I understand that. So you see, I have promised I will also keep the recipe a secret.", "M: Well, Thomson will appreciate that. Oh, but did you forget that Linda doesn't eat chicken?", "W: Linda? Oh, my Gosh! I forgot to invite her! She'll be mad at me. It just slipped my mind. Thanks for reminding me! I think I'm getting old!", "M: Looks like you are!" ]

[ { "answer": "A chef.", "choice": [ "Linda's husband.", "The man's cousin.", "A chef." ], "question": "Who is Thomson?" }, { "answer": "50.", "choice": [ "40.", "50.", "60." ], "question": "How many years have the speakers got married?" }, { "answer": "She doesn't eat chicken.", "choice": [ "She won't be invited to the party.", "She doesn't eat chicken.", "She is a good cook." ], "question": "What do we know about Linda?" } ]

4-897

[ "W: Why are you visiting Hong Kong?", "M: I'm just on holiday." ]

[ { "answer": "For holiday.", "choice": [ "For holiday.", "For business.", "To visit her mother." ], "question": "Why is the woman visiting Hong Kong?" } ]

11-177

[ "W: I'm busy year after year,but I've done nothing.", "M: You've done a lot, my darling!" ]

[ { "answer": "Couple.", "choice": [ "Strangers.", "Couple.", "Waiter and customer." ], "question": "What's the relationship between the two speaker?" } ]

4-1278

[ "W: I'm glad I don't have your job, working all night and sleeping in the daytime.", "M: Oh. I stooped that when I got my promotion. Now I'm on three days and off two days." ]

[ { "answer": "He has two free days for every three days he works.", "choice": [ "He works three times as much as he did before.", "He has two free days for every three days he works.", "He works three nights every two weeks." ], "question": "How does the man work now?" } ]

4-748

[ "M: I like light music. What about you, Tina?", "W: Pop music." ]

[ { "answer": "Pop music", "choice": [ "Pop music", "Country music", "Light music" ], "question": "What kind of music does Tina like?" } ]

8-20

[ "M: Good morning, Madam. What can I do for you?", "W: Good morning. How much should I pay for these books to be sent to New York?", "M: Hm, 20 dollars. Anything else?", "W: Yes, a two-dollar stamp, please.", "M: That will be 22 dollars all together.", "W: Here's 25.", "M: Thank you. And here's the change.", "W: Thank you.", "M: You're welcome." ]

[ { "answer": "At the post office.", "choice": [ "At the post office.", "At a bookstore.", "At the bank." ], "question": "Where are they most possibly?" }, { "answer": "One.", "choice": [ "One.", "Two.", "Four." ], "question": "How many stamps does the woman buy?" }, { "answer": "Three dollars.", "choice": [ "One dollar.", "Two dollars,", "Three dollars." ], "question": "How much is the change?" } ]

14-156

[ "W: Can you tell me your dream?", "M: I dream of becoming a lawyer in the future." ]

[ { "answer": "A lawyer.", "choice": [ "A teacher.", "A worker.", "A lawyer." ], "question": "What does the man want to be when he grows up?" } ]

12-4

[ "W: Where's Cecilia, Mark?", "M: I'm not sure. She finishes school at 3. Maybe she went to Joyce's. She knows she has to come home before 5.", "W: It's 5:30 now.", "M: Maybe she forgot her watch.", "W: Well, someone has to wash the dishes. The kitchen's a mess.", "M: I can go to Joyce's. I know her address.", "W: That's OK. We don't need her. You can wash the dishes." ]

[ { "answer": "At home.", "choice": [ "At the store.", "At home.", "At school." ], "question": "Where are the two speakers?" }, { "answer": "In the kitchen.", "choice": [ "In the bathroom.", "In the living room.", "In the kitchen." ], "question": "Where's the mess?" } ]

4-538

[ "W: Did you start the quarrel with Mary?", "M: Yes, she broke my glass and didn't say sorry to me." ]

[ { "answer": "Because Mary broke his glass and didn't say sorry to him.", "choice": [ "Because Mary broke his glass and didn't say sorry to him.", "Because he broke Mary's glass.", "Because Mary didn't answer his question politely." ], "question": "Why did the man start the quarrel with Mary?" } ]

14-95

[ "W: The concert starts at eight thirty. What time is it now?", "M: About ten to eight. We must hurry up." ]

[ { "answer": "7:50.", "choice": [ "7:50.", "8:10.", "8:30." ], "question": "What time is it now?" } ]

16-143

[ "W: Your house is bigger than mine.", "M: So is Bib's but Tom's is smaller." ]

[ { "answer": "Tom's.", "choice": [ "Tom's.", "the woman's.", "Bob's" ], "question": "Whose house is the smallest?" } ]

16-123

[ "W: Excuse me. I am looking for something local or special here as gifts. Could you give me some suggestions?", "M: Well, we have quite a few choices here: pottery, postcards with our local scenery, hand-made woolen hats and over there some food.", "W: These hats look very beautiful! How much are they?", "M: Forty-five dollars each or eighty dollars for the pair.", "W: OK. I'll take the red one." ]

[ { "answer": "In a gift shop.", "choice": [ "In a gift shop.", "In a flower shop.", "At a bank." ], "question": "Where does the conversation take place most probably?" }, { "answer": "Four.", "choice": [ "Three.", "Four.", "Five." ], "question": "How many kinds of gifts did the man mention?" }, { "answer": "The red one.", "choice": [ "The blue one.", "The red one.", "The yellow one." ], "question": "Which hat does the woman like?" } ]

2-49

[ "W: What's going on between you and Charlie? Did you have a fight or something?", "M: No, but I can't stand him anymore. He is the worst roommate I've ever had. He never cleans up after himself and he is always listening to loud music when I try to get some sleep.", "W: Why don't you have a heart-to-heart talk with him?", "M: I've tried, but it didn't work. Maybe you can talk to him. After all, you are his good friend." ]

[ { "answer": "Getting along with his roommate.", "choice": [ "Keeping his room clean every day.", "Getting along with his roommate.", "Having trouble making friends." ], "question": "What seems to be the man's problem?" }, { "answer": "Talk to Charlie", "choice": [ "Try to get more sleep.", "Buy some music CDs.", "Talk to Charlie" ], "question": "What does the woman suggest the man do?" } ]

9-68

[ "W: Do you have special plans for the weekend?", "M: Yes, I'm going to a live play on Saturday evening.", "W: And what about Sunday?", "M: Well, on Sunday I'm going to the art exhibition with David. There're some new paintings about Mexico." ]

[ { "answer": "To a live play.", "choice": [ "To a live play.", "To a film show.", "To an art exhibition." ], "question": "is the man going on Saturday evening?" } ]

4-268

[ "W: Good morning, sir. Can I help you?", "M: Yes. I'd like a single room with a bath.", "W: Do you have a reservation, sir?", "M: No.", "W: OK. Please wait a second. I'll find a room for you." ]

[ { "answer": "In a hotel.", "choice": [ "In a restaurant.", "In a hotel.", "In a hospital." ], "question": "Where does the conversation take place?" }, { "answer": "He's checking in.", "choice": [ "He's checking in.", "He's ordering meals.", "He's making a reservation." ], "question": "What is the man doing?" } ]

14-192

[ "W: Hello!", "M: Good evening, Toushmorho restaurant.", "W: Oh, good evening. I'd like to order a take-away.", "M: Certainly, what would you like?", "W: I'd like a curry with beef, a hot lamb curry and a mild chicken curry, your special. Oh, and three portions of rice.", "M: Did you know that chicken curry comes with rice?", "W: Oh, I see. Better make that just two portions of rice. Thanks." ]

[ { "answer": "Chicken curry.", "choice": [ "Beef curry.", "Lamb curry.", "Chicken curry." ], "question": "Which curry comes with rice included?" } ]

20-66

[ "M: I'd like to buy that coat. But I don't have enough money.", "W: Would you like me to lend you some? But I'm not sure about the style." ]

[ { "answer": "It may not be the right style.", "choice": [ "It's too expensive.", "It suits the man well.", "It may not be the right style." ], "question": "What does the woman think of the coat?" } ]

4-442

[ "W: Tom, was it three months ago that you luckily got an opportunity to spend your holiday in Sydney?", "M: Not me. John was the lucky dog." ]

[ { "answer": "John.", "choice": [ "The woman.", "Tom.", "John." ], "question": "Who got the chance of spending a holiday in Sydney?" } ]

3-118

[ "W: Do you get up at 5 every morning?", "M: Yes, and I need 7 hours of sleep, I should go to bed by 9 or 10." ]

[ { "answer": "7 hours", "choice": [ "5 hours", "7 hours", "9 hours" ], "question": "How much sleep does the man need?" } ]

7-328

[ "M: That was a long jog! I'm all out of breath, and you look like you are not even tired.", "W: Well, I've been doing this every morning for the last ten years, you know..." ]

[ { "answer": "She's worked hard to get fit.", "choice": [ "She's worked hard to get fit.", "She's more tired than she looks.", "She's too busy to run in the morning." ], "question": "What does the woman mean?" } ]

7-35

[ "W: I'm so angry with my result!", "M: Why, what happened?", "W: Well, I failed my Chinese oral test by 3 points, and I worked so hard for it!", "M: Oh no. Poor you." ]

[ { "answer": "A student.", "choice": [ "A student.", "A teacher.", "A worker." ], "question": "What is the woman?" } ]

4-662

[ "W: Good evening, sir, may I help you?", "M: Yes, I'd like to check in, please.", "W: Certainly, sir. Do you have a reservation?", "M: Yes, the name is Johnson." ]

[ { "answer": "At a hotel.", "choice": [ "At a restaurant.", "At a hotel.", "At an airport." ], "question": "Where does the conversation probably take place?" } ]

4-654

[ "M: I hear the guy who is going to deliver the lecture this weekend spend a year living in the rainforest.", "W: Great. I'm doing a report on the rainforest. Maybe I can get some new information to add to it." ]

[ { "answer": "She is looking forward to the lecture.", "choice": [ "She is going to deliver a lecture.", "She spent a year in the rain forest.", "She is looking forward to the lecture." ], "question": "What do we know about the woman?" } ]

9-136

[ "M: It's been raining since Monday, but the weather report says that tomorrow will be clear and sunny. Thank goodness, we can at last say goodbye to the rain.", "W: That's really good news. You know I always play football on Saturday, and I like to play in good weather." ]

[ { "answer": "5 days.", "choice": [ "5 days.", "6 days.", "7 days." ], "question": "long has the rain lasted?" } ]

4-1031

[ "M: Hurry up. We'll be late for the concert.", "W: It's only 7 o'clock now. It only takes 5 minutes to get there. There will be plenty of time if we leave at 7:15." ]

[ { "answer": "At 7:20.", "choice": [ "At 7:00.", "At 7:15.", "At 7:20." ], "question": "When will the speakers probably arrive at the concert?" } ]

4-917

[ "M: The doctor said if I kept smoking, I would increase my chances of having a heart attack.", "W: Did he suggest reducing weight, too?" ]

[ { "answer": "Lose weight.", "choice": [ "Lose weight.", "Quit smoking.", "Weigh himself frequently." ], "question": "What does the woman think the man should also do?" } ]

5-350

[ "W: Do you like this coat, or shall I take the blue one?", "M: I like both of them, but I think the blue one fits you better.", "W: OK. I'll get the blue one. It's less expensive anyway." ]

[ { "answer": "The price is reasonable.", "choice": [ "She likes its color very much.", "The price is reasonable.", "It is on sale now." ], "question": "Why does the woman want to get the coat?" } ]

4-875