TRACK 47:

1. How many people have signed up for the seminar so far?

A. Wednesday would be good.
B. Just thirty – five.
C. Thank for inviting me.
2. How does Nielson spell his name?
A. That’s what I’m talking about.
B. Kate spilt the milk.
C. N-I-E-L-S-O-N.
3. How was it possible for you to assemble that DVD player so fast?
A. It comes with a remote control.
B. It will make it possible.
C. Pedro helped me with it.
4. How much is the package tour to South Africa?
A. It comes to two hundred and fifty dollars.
B. It includes airfare.
C. At the airport.
5. Hoe many applicants applied for the position?
A. Send your cover letter by e-mail.
B. The position has already been filled.
C. Eight people have sent in resumes.
6. How is the book you bought the other day?
A. He is doing fine.
B. It is a page turner.
C. I booked it already.
7. How long is the trip?
A. To the mountains.
B. About two weeks.
C. About ten centimeters long.
8. How can I register for the course?
A. I have to consider it first.
B. Yes, it’s due today.
C. Fill out a form.
9. How did you get to the seminar?
A. I rented a car.
B. It was held at the Plaza Hotel.
C. Actually, it was boring.
10. How much rent do you pay each month?
A. I got a six –month lease.
B. I own the house.
C. Seven hundred dollars.

TRACK 48:

1. Why is the blank closed?

A. I heard there is a strike on.
B. It’s a waste of money.
C. Yes, right across from the public library.
2. Why didn’t you call me last night?
A. Yes, I made a call.
B. I think it will be tomorrow.
C. I was very busy working on a project.
3. Why has the factory stopped operating the assembly line?
A. It’s disappointing me.
B. We have worked for 30 years.
C. It wasn’t profitable.
4. Why was the delivery delayed?
A. No, they delivered it.
B. For about two hours.
C. The heavy traffic slower it down.
5. Why are visitor not allowed on the site?
A. For safety reasons.
B. It was allowed before.
C. The site is for the new laboratory.
6. Why do you prefer to use a guide?
A. I’ll guide you around the city if you’d like.
B. I find it much more convenient.
C. Actually, I could use a reference book.
7. Why did you purchase the more expensive cassette recorded?
A. No, I didn’t.
B. It has more functions.
C. The recorder can be bought at any electronics store.
8. Why didn’t you show up at the reception for our new clients?
A. Something urgent came up at the company.
B. No, I saw him there last night.
C. I thought it was a very successful show.
9. Why didn’t you tell me about the change made in the contract?
A. I didn’t know about it either.
B. After I check with the manager.
C. Thank for telling me about it.
10. Did they ever say why the delivery was late?
A. It was due to bad weather.
B. On May 25th.
C. Interest rates are so high these days.

TRACK 49:

1. How many chairs do we need?

A. We only need five.
B. They are behind the desks.
C. Yes, this furniture is new.
2. Why did you open the window?
A. It’s near the door.
B. Yes, I could do that.
C. It’s hot in here.
3. How can I sign up for the marketing class?
A. Yes, that’s fine.
B. Fill out this form.
C. In about two days.
4. Why is the traffic not moving ?
A. May be there was an accident.
B. It was a good movie.
C. No thanks, I’ll walk.
5. Why are so many people in the store?
A.I don’t know.
B. Since this morning.
C. It’s for two people.
6. How did we get to the warehouse so quickly?
A. Yes, I was early.
B. In thirty minutes.
C.I took a different route.
7. Why was the flight so late?
A. At 12 o’clock.
B. I’ll meet you at the airport.
C. Because there was a big storm yesterday.
8. How early is the public library open?
A. I arrived here for the meeting.
B. It usually opens at 9:00.
C. Yes, that should be fine.
9. Why did Mr.Burns leave a message at the reception?
A. On Friday at 9 o’clock.
B. Because we weren’t in your office.
C. No, I don’t need any.
10. How long have you worked in the legal department?
A. Almost a year and a half.
B. In the advertising department.
C. Sorry, I’m very busy today.
11. Why is the factory closing early today?
A. It’s across the street.
B. Yes, I know him.
C. Tomorrow is a national holiday.
12. How much will it cost to ship these packages to China?
A. It depends on how much they weigh.
B. Yes, the shipment arrived this morning.
C. He packed his suitcase.

TRACK 50:

1. How are you getting to the airport?

A. My plane leaves at 5:30.
B. Twelve people are going.
C. I’ll take the limousine bus.
2. How about meeting for a drink after work?
A. That sounds like fun.
B. The meeting is being held in the office.
C. Can I have something to drink?
3. How does your new uniform fit?
A. There’s fitting room at the back.
B. It’s very comfortable.
C. My uniform was worn out.
4. How soon do you expect a new shipment?
A. At the end of the month.
B. I want the goods to be shipped.
C. The ships are very fast.
5. How often do you exercise per week?
A. the gym is not open yet.
B. I need a smaller size.
C. I try to go to the gym three times.
6. How’s the work going to on the sales forecast?
A. It’ll be ready tomorrow.
B. He’s working fine.
C. They’ve dropped recently.
7. How did those product tests come out?
A. Probably next week.
B. The results are promising.
C. They put in the new product facility.
8. How many people are registered for the seminar?
A. They specialize in semiconductors.
B. It’s been held five times.
C. We have almost two hundred so far.
9. How would you feel about going to the mountains this weekend?
A.I love to get out of the city.
B. I’m feeling much better. Thanks.
C. Mostly I play goft.
10. How did you know that Mr.Braxton was going to take early retirement?
A. We have to say goodbye to him.
B.I heard it from Bernard.
C. Because he was dead tired.

TRACK 51:

1. Why was your flight delayed?

A. It’s late again.
B. There were mechanical problems.
C .My flashlight is broken.
2. Why don’t we meet in the restaurant?
A. That’s a good idea.
B. I’ll have a steak.
C. I’m not ready to order yet.
3. Why are you putting on your coat ?
A. I put it in the closet.
B. Because I want to give it to you.
C. It’s pretty cold in here.
4. Why don’t you take some time off?
A. I’m taking off my tie now.
B. I can’t affort to do so.
C. The flight has already left.
5. Why did you decide on a black sedan?
A. It was available immediately in that color.
B. I prefer a station wagon.
C. Because someone hit the black of my car.
6. Why didn’t Sean get the promotion?
A. He just wasn’t qualified.
B. It’s been announced this morning.
C. He just got here.
7. Why don’t we review the case next ?
A. The view isn’t so important.
B. I have to pick up my suitcase first.
C. I’d be glad to.
8. Why did Mr.Brown send you to Tokyo branch?
A. I sent it by courier service.
B. I wrenched my black in a fall.
C. So I can remedy the situation.
9. Why don’t you and your wife come over for dinner next Saturday?
A. My wife will be here in a minute.
B. That sounds great, but let me check with her first.
C. It’s my 3rd wedding anniversary.
10. Why do you think so many customers postponed their appointments?
A. They delayed their appointments.
B. Probably because of the weather.
C. I’d better make an appointment.