Listening Comprehension

In this section of the test, you will have the chance to show how well you understand spoken English.
There are 4 parts to this section, with special directions for each part.

PART I. Directions:
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For each item, there is a photograph in the book and four
short sentences about it on the audio program. The
sentences are not written out and are spoken two times; so
you must listen carefully. You must choose the one sentence:
- (A), (B), (C), or (D) that is best description of what can be
seen in the photograph. Then mark the letter that
corresponds to the best answer on your answer sheet. Look
at the example. You see this photograph.
Listen to the four sentences:
A Hes talking to a friend
B Hes laying some pipe
C Hes playing some music
D Hes marching in a band
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Choice (C) Hes playing some music. Is the best description
of what can be seen in the photograph. Now let us begin
with question number 1.

PART II. Directions:

In this part of the test, you will hear a question or statement
on the audio program. After that, you will hear three
possible responses to the question or statement. Each
question or statement and each esponse is spoken two times
and is not written out in your book; so listen carefully. Mark
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the answer that corresponds to the best response to the
question or statement on your answer sheet. Listen to a
sample.
You hear : X: Good morning, John? How are you?
You then hear : Y:
A I am fine, thank you.
B I am in the living room.
C My name is John.
Choice (A) I am fine, thank you. is the best response to
the question How are you?. You should mark (A) on your
answer sheet.
4. Mark your answer on your answer sheet! 6. Mark your answer on your answer sheet!
5. Mark your answer on your answer sheet! 7. Mark your answer on your answer sheet!

PART III. Direction :

In this part of the test, you will hear some short conversations involving two speakers. Each
conversation is spoken two times and is not written in the book; so listen carefully. In your
book, you will read a question about each conversation. Following each question are four
answer choices (A), (B), (C), or (D). Mark the letter that corresponds to the best answer sheet.

8. Where does the conversation take place? 10. Why is Stuart late?
(A) At an airport. (A) He missed his flight.
(B) On a plane. (B) His flight was delayed.
(C) In a restaurant. (C) He got stuck in a traffic jam.
(D) In a furniture store. (D) The Chairman has not arrived yet.

9. How old is the girl? 11. What does the man want to do?
(A) Six. (A) Rent a car.
(B) Eight. (B) Send a card.
(C) Nine. (C) Get a car for ten dollars.
(D) Ten. (D) Go to Florida by plane.

PART IV. Directions :

In this part of the test, there are two brief talks. These talks are not written out and are spoken
two times, so you must listen carefully. There are two questions about each of the talks.
Following each question are four possible answer (A), (B), (C), or (D). you must decide which of
these best answers the question and then mark the letter that corresponds to the best answer an
your answer sheet.

12. How often does this Company have 14. How lpng was the speakers mother in the
a staff picnic? Hospital?
(A). Every month (A). One a week
(B). Every Year (B). Two weeks
(C). Twice a year (C). Three weeks
(D). Every Christmas (D). Four weeks

13. Which prizes are mentioned? 15. What does the speaker say about being a doctor
(A). A Holiday and a player (A). Its expensive
(B). A DVD player and a CD player (B). His mother is a Doctor
(C). A DVD player and a holiday (C). Its hard to work
(D). A holiday and a television (D). You dont have to study hard
Questions 16 to 25: Choose the appropriate structure in the following sentences or dialogues
below.
16. Bagus : Look at these Shirts. Which one do you think is the best for me?
A B
Elis : Its the red one. It looks small than the others and will fit you.
C D
17. Ismail : did you enjoy the yesterdays movie?
A B
Ismed : Not, really. The movie who we saw last night wasnt very good
C D
18. Thats my brother, Jack, who has darkened hair and fair complexion.
A B C D
19. Alexa : What are you going to do in this hot weather?
A B
Saesha : If it were hot. I will go fishing?
C D
20. Teacher : How did you feel about the final test?
A B
Andi : it wasnt very hard but some items really made me confusing.
C D
Questions 21 to 25 refer to the following procedure

1. Buy a ticket before entering the gate

2. Leave all your belongings before entering the building
3. Do not eat, drink and smoke in the building
4. Turn off your radio or tape recorder
5. Touching the antiques is prhibited
6. Do not take any picture of the antiques

21. What is the procedure about?

A. Rules for museum visitors C. Services offered in the museum
B. Problems with the antiques D. Rules of the building
22. What should visitors do before they enter the gate?
A. Leave their belongings C. Buy a ticket
B. Take a picture D. Eat and drink
23. The following rules are for museum visitors, except ...
A. Dont eat C. Turn the radio
B. Dont smoke D. Dont touch the antiques
24. Can we take pictures of the antiques?
A. No, we cant C. Sometimes we can, and sometimes we cant
B. Yes, we can D. Of course we can
25. What is the antonym of the word prohibited?
A. Left B. Limited C. Forbidden D. permitted
Questions 26 to 29 refer to the following letter

Dear Human Resources Director,

I just read an article in the New and Observer about Taylors new computer center just noth of
Durham. I would like to apply for a position as an entry-level programmer there.

I understand that Taylor produces both in-house and costumer documentation. I am a fresh
graduate of De Vry Institute of Technology in Atlanta with an Associates Dergee in Computer
Science. Having taken a board range of courses, I also served as a computer consultant at the
colleges computer center where I helped train computer users on new systems.

I will be happy to meet you at your convencience and discuss how my education and
experience match your needs. You can reach me at my home address, at my telephone
number (9191) 233-1552, or at [email protected].

Sincerely,

Raymond Krick

26. Why did Mr. Krick write the letter?

A. To apply for a job C. To introduce himself to Taylor
B. To ask for some information D. To explain his education background
27. How does Mr. Krick know about the vacancy?
A. From the radio C. From a newspaper
B. From a colleague D. From the television
28. What will the Human resources Director probably do after reading the letter?
A. Evaluate the salary offered C. Promote Mr. Krick to be manager
B. Start working at taylor, Inc. D. Ask Mr. Krick to come for an interview
29. What is the synonym of the word fresh?
A. Old C. Urgent
B. New D. Present
Questions 30 to 33 referto the following notice

Teacher is missing. Mr. Wardoyo, age 45, failed to return to his apartment on Saturday
night. Mr. Wardoyo is 170cm tall and 50kg with short black hair. He was wearing a black
jacket, jeans, and running shoes when he was last seen. Anyone who has seen him please
contact Nany at 657654 or 085344876908.

30. What does the notice talk about?

A. The location of Mr. Wardoyos apartment
B. An intruduction of a new teacher
C. Nany, the contact person
D. A mission person
31. What was Mr. Wardoyo wearing when he was last seen?
A. He was very young man C. He wore sport shoes
B. He lives in an apartment D. He had long hair
32. Which statement is NOT TRUE based on the text?
A. Mr. Wardoyo is a teacher
B. Mr. Wardoyo is overweight
C. Mr Wardoyo left his apartment
D. Mr. Wardoyo disppeared on Saturday night.
Questions 33 to 42 : Choose the appropriate option to complete the dialogues.
33. Dedi : Do you like my new Coat? My father bought it in Singapore.
Danu : yes, I like it so much. ...
Dedi : Thank you.
A. You look gorgeous wearing it C. It makes you look order than your age
B. The coat is too small for you D. It goes well with my shoes
34. Jasmine : ...
Jamy : Whats wrong with you?
Jasmine : its hard to read the result.
A. Will you save this document? C. Could you print this document again?
B. Could you check the program? D. Can I help you?
35. Engineer : A civil engineer is an expert of civil engineering
Student : So, what does he actually do?
Engineer : ... realted to the provion of roads, brifges, tunnels and other transportation facilitie
A. He plans, organises and supervises constructional work.
B. He plans, organises and supervise constructional work.
C. He plans, organise and supervise constructional work.
D. He plan, organise and supervise constructional work.
36. Banu : what do you like to do in your sparetime?
Sisil : since I was in Senior High Shool until now, ...
A. Spending time is not good
B. I didnt have time for you
C. I have loved reading stories very much
D. I used to spend my time in Bali
37. Novi : I am sure the end of the world will be next year
Sumiati : Well, ... God is the only one who knows.
A. I dont regret C. Thats good idea
B. Youre right D. I really disagree with you
38. Staff : what are you doing?
Manager : ...
A. I have sent this indurance policy to a new client
B. I am checking my mails, and putting them in the agenda.
C. I met some clients this morning
D. I will have to arrange the annual meeting
39. Seihan : what did you do last semester holiday?
Rere : ... grandmother because she was not well.
Seihan : Im sorry to hear that. Hows shes now?
A. She visits her C. We visited our
B. I visit my D. You have visited you
40. Seisha : Its already midnight ...? Im trying to take a rest.
 Hana : But. Im reading a book. Ill do it later.
Seisha : Thanks
A. May I borrow your bed room C. Will you go to bed
B. Can you turn your radio up D. Could you switch off the lamp.
41. Kanza : why did our boss come late today?
Naomi : He didnt use his car. He came here by bus.
Kanza : if he had used his own car. ...
A. He must be here on time
B. He have been here on time
C. He would have been here on time
D. He must have been in the office on time
42. Vina : do you like writing on the board?
Dicky : No, ... I can edit and save it
A. I prefer using a marker to writing
B. I would rather type on a computer
C. I love writing an article on the computer
D. I like to buy a personal computer
Questions 43 to 45, complete the following text with words provided

To : all employees
From : management
This is a reminder about the next general meeting. There will be a meeting for employees (43)
... 9.30 a.m.on Wednesday, June 25 th.
All employees must attend. Please (44) ... John Fisher in the payroll office if you cannot
attend. If you have not told him (45) ..., please tell him before Tuesday afternoon. The
meeting will be held in the main conference room.

43. A. On C. At
B. In D. By
44. A. Notify C. Repeat
B. Talk D. Speak
45. A. Now C. Yet
B. Since D. Though
Questions 46 to 50: Complete the following text with the words provided.

Is smoking the latest trend?

Smoking is becoming more popular among young people, and they are starting to smoke at
earlier ages than before. ... (46) there have been many campaigns to discourage teenagers
from smoking, more than 40% of teens sat they have tried it least once. Over 30% of these
say they tried first ciagrette before the age of fourteen. This is not ... (47)news for public
health officials, teachers, and parents. We need to ... (48) better anti-smoking campaigns
that are directed as teenagers. Said Dr. Howard MacDonald, diretor of the Center for
Healthy Living. ... (49) a habit like smoking during ... (50) can mean serious health problems
for the rest of ones life. He added.
46. A. Although C. When
B. Because D. However
47. A. encourage C. Encouraging
B. encouraged D. to encourage
48. A. To develop C. Developed
B. developing D. develops
49. A. Starts C. Started
B. Starting D. To start
50. A. Adversity C. Advertising
B. Addiction D. Adolescence