Test 1 listening 1

Hi-my name's Tom Wilson. I'm visiting family here in Miami for three months, and I'm hoping to earn a bit of money while I'm in town. Does your restaurant happen to have any short-term job openings?

Actually, I think we could use some help in the kitchen, since it's the beginning of the tourist season now. But do you have any restaurant experience?

Hi, Girolamo. I just got an e-mail from T-H-Y incorporated. They're wondering when we can begin building their new headquarters. They want a start date.

I've been meaning to contact them, but I'm waiting to confirm some results form the soil analysis. There's a patch of ground that might be too moist and unstable to build on. Our analysts are doing a few more tests.

thanks for meeting with me to revise the company budget, georgia. no problem. with the increase in rent for office space this year, we're definitely over budget right now. yes, we'll have to find areas to cut back on. what about parking?

Mmm. it's nice that we provide free passes to the nearest parking garage, but that does cost us a lot. good point.. we could split the cost and have employees pay half. that'd nearly cover the difference in rent.

hi, i'm calling to book a train ticket from London to Edinburgh, please. i'd like to leave around ten o'clock on Tuesday morning. certainly, sir. i can reserve a seat for you on the train departing for Edinburgh at ten-thirty. the cheapest fare is eighty-five pound.

Okay, i'd like to buy that ticket, please. i'd also like to find out whether there's room on the train for passengers to take bicycles. yes, there is, but it'll cost three pounds more to reserve a space for your bike.

Hi, I'm Eddy Burgess. I'm opening a new law firm and I'm looking for ways to advertise it. Your company designed a Web site for my friend's jewelry store, and she suggested I contact you.

Thanks for calling, Mr. Burgess. This is a great way to advertise your business. Our experience consultants can design a Web site that will help you to stand out from other firms.

What does the man say he wants to do tomorrow? (A) Make a payment (B) Review a document (C) Redecorate an office (D) Meet with a consultant

What information does the woman request? (A) The size of a room (B) The name of the man's friend (C) The number of people in a group (D) The start date of renovations

That's great! Could I set up an appointment for tomorrow to discuss ideals with a consultant? I think so. I'll transfer you to one, but before I do that, could you tell me the name of your friend? We like to thank people who recommend out services.

What type of service does the woman's company provide? (A) Career counseling. (B) Home improvement (C) Garden Landscaping (D) Web sit design

What does the woman mean when she says, "we could use some help in the kitchen"? (A) She enjoys her work in the kitchen (B) She may have work to off the man (C) The restaurant is undergoing changes (D) Some staff need further training

What will the woman do next? (A) Make a reservation (B) Look for an employee (C) Show the man a menu (D) Take a customer's order

What does the man mean when he says, "I've been meaning to contact them"? (A) He is looking forward to discussing a project. (B) He needs to clarify a statement (C) He is aware he needs to do something (D) He has forgotten to contact a client

What will the woman include in her e-mail? (A) An updated list of assignments (B) Results from a recent customer survey (C) An estimate of additional costs (D) An explanation for a delay in setting a date

Yeah, it's probably best to wait for those results to come in before setting a definite date. In the meantime, I'll write back and let T-H-Y know what's going on.

Where do the speakers most likely work? (A) At a research laboratory (B) At a construction company (C) At a nature park (D) At a real estate agency

Um, I worked for a couple of years in a French restaurant in New Orleans. I'm sure the manager there would give me a recommendation. Okay-that sounds promising. If you wait here a second. I'm going to go to the kitchen to see if our chef's available to talk with you.

Why did the man come to Miami? (A) To see some relatives (B) To open a business (C) To do some sightseeing (D) To take cooking classes

a woman is putting away a mobile phone.

a cashier is collecting a payment.

a man is using a lawn mower to cut the grass.

a man is loading supplies into a wheelbarrow.

a customer is choosing some floor tiles.

a shop assistant is unfolding a pair of jeans.

signs are being posted at an intersection

bricks are being replaced on a walkway.

but... isn't it too late to get tickets? well, the way it works is .... about six o'clock on Friday, people start lining up in the park. we all bring something to sit on - and food - so the wait's not bad. as long as you're at the park close to six, you'll get a ticket -

but you have to be there to get one..okay - i think i can get there by six. count me in! why does the woman talk to the man? (A) to offer him a ride (B) to invite him to an event (C) to discuss a work assignment (D) to ask for his assistance

i'll lose my registration fee if i can't attend the workshop, right? (A) i'm afraid so. (B) just over there, on the right. (C) check the lost and found.

didn't Daniel accept the job offer? (A) he'll let us know tomorrow. (B) we expect a large crowd. (C) yes, i will.

what does the woman say will cost extra? (A) transporting a bicycle (B) traveling during rush hour (C) changing a reservation (D) upgrading to business class

excuse me, i'm sorry to disturb you. i came to use a library computer, but i forgot my library card and i can't log on without it. oh, that's alright. let me look up your account in our database. do you have any other identification with you?

that building's still under construction, isn't it? (A) maybe the site manager. (B) yes, it's due to be finished in October. (C) yes, it's on level six.

have we changed our paper supplier? (A) a large inventory. (B) i'm not sure. (C) in the cupboard there.

will you translate an e-mail into Spanish for me? (A) three more chapters. (B) no. i haven't sent it yet. (C) sure, let me see it.

how many tables did you reserve? (A) twelve of them. (B) i'll be right there. (C) for the awards dinner.

you'd better call the technician to repair the photocopier? (A) yes, overnight delivery. (B) hopefully it won't take him too long. (C) double-sided copies, please.

i don't know which computer model to buy. (A) what features are most important to you? (B) because mine stopped working. (C) no, i won't get it for a while.

didn't you see the review of our restaurant? (A) i haven't had time to read it yet. (B) there's a great view form the dining room. (C) a reservation for lunch on Saturday.

i love this jacket! do you have another one just like it? i'm afraid that's the last one we have in medium. is there something wrong with it?

who's exhibiting in the Central Art gallery next month? (A) yes, it opens at seven P.M. (B) my friend Aziz is coming, too. (C) it's a group of young Japanese artists.

shall we repaint the lobby or the boardroom? (A) there's some in the closet. (B) it has plenty of room. (C) we can afford to do both.

she's turning on some lights.

she's closing a cabinet.

she's filing papers.

she's using a photocopier.

how will i know if the baseball game is canceled? (A) you could look on the team's web site. (B) yes, i knew it. (C) because you chose a different date.

should we get the changes to this agreement in writing? (A) sorry, i don't have change. (B) that's probably a good ideal. (C) i'll write each day.

a man is discarding a newspaper.

some diners are seated across form each other.

a towel is hanging on a fence.

some plants have been placed in pots.

a woman is checking her appearance in a mirror.

some shoes are being lined up under a bench.

some chairs have been set around a table.

the door to a house has been left open.

the man's wrapping boxes in plastic.

the man's repairing an air-conditioning unit.

the man's sitting in the driver's seat.

the man's unlocking a gate.

hello, Selwin Office manufactures. you've reached customer service. how may i help you today? yes, hello. i recently bought a used Selwin 6 label marker. the person i got it from no longer had the instructions, though, and i'm not sure how the machine works.

unfortunately. that's an earlier model that we no longer produce. oh, no. that's a problem. no, it's okay, because the Selwin 10 has a similar design, and the instructions should be nearly the same.

what does the woman say is important? (A) reviewing a schedule (B) arriving by a certain time (C) parking nearby (D) checking a ticket

what does the man agree to do? (A) join a group (B) help with some work (C) calculate a cost (D) reserve some seats

what is the problem? (A) some merchandise has been lost. (B) some clothing is the wrong size. (C) an item is damaged. (D) an order has not arrived.

what does the man offer to do? (A) issue a refund (B) reduce a price (C) speak to a manager (D) check the inventory

what are the speakers discussing? (A) a real estate loan (B) a ride-sharing initiative (C) a company budget (D) a hiring plan

what does the man say about the office space? (A) it has become too small (B) it is in a good location (C) the rent has gone up (D) the lobby is outdated.

well, i have my driver's license. it has my name and address on it. okay, that's fine. i'll give you a password so you can access the computer now, but you won't be able to use it after today.

what does the man want to do? (A) sign up for membership (B) use a computer (C) make a telephone call (D) borrow some materials

great! could you send me the instructions? my address is.... actually, the manual for Selwin 10 is on our web site. i can send you the link so you can download it.

what does the woman mention about the Selwin 6? (A) it is easy to use (B) it is an earlier model (C) it is well designed (D) it is very popular

what does the man request? (A) a warranty (B) a reimbursement (C) a replacement part (D) an instruction manual

what does the woman offer to do? (A) reset a password (B) explain a policy (C) check part of an order (D) send a link to a web site

who most likely is the woman? (A) a librarian (B) a security guard (C) a software developer (D) a salesperson

what does the woman say she will give the man? (A) an application form (B) an internet address (C) a business card (D) a temporary password

how many interns do we need this summer? (A) i think five will be enough. (B) we'll place an advertisement. (C) i'm well, thank you.

what shift are you working on Saturday? (A) the morning one. (B) i can meet you there. (C) yes, we booked it in April.

are you riding your bike to work today? (A) Aifonso's writing the book. (B) only if the weather's nice. (C) yes, i'd like to work there.

when do you think we'll hear if we've won the Jones account? (A) i lost my accounting manual. (B) one of our biggest clients. (C) Ms. Watson might already know.

my coworkers and i are going out for lunch tomorrow. (A) it launched at three. (B) i had the chicken. (C) that sounds nice.

when does the plane to Seoul leave? (A) no, I've never been. (B) it's an hour behind schedule. (C) from gate 52, i think.

will you create a chart to track our expenses this quarter? (A) yeah, i'll do that now. (B) a quarterly fee. (C) try track 46.

where can i donate some old office equipment? (A) because it starts ate nine o'clock. (B) no, don't eat in here. (C) what kind of equipment is it?

there's a small tear on the seam of the left sleeve. but i really like it a lot! well, if you buy the jacket as it is , then i can offer you a deal because of the tear. how does 20% discount sound?

where most likely is the conversation taking place? (A) in a clothing store (B) in a furniture factory (C) in a restaurant (D) in a dry-cleaning shop

where can i mail this letter? (A) i don't have an envelope. (B) at the post office down the street. (C) no, not right now.

why did you come to the office early today? (A) because i had to finish a report. (B) usually at eight-thirty in the morning. (C) i'm sorry, but i can't.

where most likely does the woman work? (A) at an airport (B) at a bicycle shop (C) at a train station (D) at a taxi stand

why is the man calling? (A) to find out the hours of operation (B) to schedule a service (C) to reserve a ticket (D) to inquire about a delay

what would the speakers like employees to do? (A) help pay for parking (B) work a weekend shift (C) vote on a policy change (D) create training materials

you know the music festival that's staring this weekend? um...someone mentioned it. is it any good? it's great! mostly small folk groups, but they have well-known bands too. some of us go every year - you want to join us?

have you opened the front entrance yet? (A) i left it in the back. (B) i saw them. (C) no, i don't have a key.

you went to that museum last weekend, didn't you? (A) i saw him on Sunday. (B) i didn't have time. (C) for a few months.