Progress Test 2
Progress Test 2
In the Listening test, you will be asked to demonstrate how well you understand spoken
English. The entire Listening test will last approximately 45 minutes. There are four parts, and
directions are given for each part. You must mark your answers on the separate answer
sheet. Do not write your answers in your test book.
PART 1
Directions: For each question in this part, you will hear four statements about a picture in
the test book. When you hear the statements, you must select the one statement that best
describes what you see in the picture. Then find the number of the question on your answer
sheet and mark your answer. The statements will not be printed in your test book and will
be spoken only one time.
Statement (C), “They’re sitting at a table,” is the best description of the picture, so you
should select answer (C) and mark it as your answer.
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PART 2
Directions: You will hear a question or statement and three responses spoken in English.
They will not be printed in your test book and will be spoken only one time. Select the best
response to the question or statement and mark the letter (A), (B), or (C) on your answer
sheet.
4. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 11. Mark your answer on your answer sheet.
5. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 12. Mark your answer on your answer sheet.
6. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 13. Mark your answer on your answer sheet.
7. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 14. Mark your answer on your answer sheet.
8. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 15. Mark your answer on your answer sheet.
9. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 16. Mark your answer on your answer sheet.
10. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 17. Mark your answer on your answer sheet
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PART 3
Directions: You will hear some conversations between two or more people. You will be asked
to answer three questions about what the speakers say in each conversation. Select the best
response to each question and mark the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your answer sheet. The
conversations will not be printed in your test book and will be spoken only one time.
18. Where most likely are the speakers? 24. Where most likely do the speakers
(A) In a clothing store work?
(B) In a café (A) At a convention center
(C) At a dry cleaner's (B) At a business magazine
(D) In a bookstore (C) At a package delivery company
(D) At a kitchen appliance manufacturer
19. According to the woman, why is the 25. What does the woman say might be a
man lucky? problem?
(A) A business is open. (A) The budget for an event
(B) A person is present. (B) The starting time of an event
(C) A sale is being held. (C) The number of attendees at an event
(D) A seat is empty. (D) The type of food served at an event
20. What will the man most likely do next? 26. What does Jeff offer to do?
(A) Write down some instructions (A) Explain a Web site's features
(B) Choose between two items (B) Design invitation cards
(C) Consult a calendar (C) Deliver items to a nearby office
(D) Go to a different place (D) Respond to a client's e-mail
21. What is the conversation mainly about? 27. According to the woman, what has
(A) Receiving a discount Haruto asked for?
(B) Checking a credit card charge (A) Information about profits
(C) Exchanging a defective device (B) Some customer profiles
(D) Understanding a contract (C) An event schedule
(D) A design proposal
22. What does the woman most likely give 28. What happened in May?
the man? (A) Haruto was promoted.
(A) An advertisement (B) A merger took place
(B) A warranty (C) New products were released.
(C) A receipt (D) A financial period ended.
(D) A phone number
23. Why will the speakers visit a manager? 29. What does the man say he will do?
(A) To process a complaint (A) Create a report
(B) To retrieve some stock (B) Fill out a form
(C) To confirm a store policy (C) Contact Haruto
(D) To obtain authorization (D) Search for a document
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30. Who most likely is the woman? 33. What is the woman concerned about?
(A) A building owner (A) Falling sales
(B) A maintenance worker (B) Computer problems
(C) A safety inspector (C) Inventory shortages
(D) A real estate agent (D) Customer complaints
31. What does the woman mention about 34. Why does the man say, "what can I
some buildings? do"?
(A) They are near transportation stops. (A) To give advice
(B) They were recently renovated. (B) To offer help
(C) They are expensive. (C) To indicate regret
(D) They are tall. (D) To reflect on himself
32. What aspect of some spaces does the 35. What does the woman say she will do
man ask about? in the afternoon?
(A) Availability (A) Clean some shelves
(B) Cleanliness (B) Review a budget
(C) Security (C) Visit a concert hall
(D) Size (D) Meet an author
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PART 4
Directions: You will hear some talks given by a single speaker. You will be asked to answer
three questions about what the speaker says in each talk. Select the best response to each
question and mark the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your answer sheet. The talks will not be
printed in your test book and will be spoken only one time.
36. What is the main purpose of the call? 42. What most likely is Mr. Branson's
(A) To announce an opening of a store occupation?
(B) To promote a new bike model (A) Web designer
(C) To request assistance (B) Bank manager
(D) To describe a special sale (C) Architect
(D) Accountant
37. What will some customers receive for 43. What does Mr. Branson intend to do next
free? year?
(A) A repair service (A) Write a book
(B) A bike pump (B) Remodel his office
(C) A helmet (C) Relocate overseas
(D) A bicycle (D) Begin his retirement
38. What will the speaker do next? 44. What will listeners most likely do next?
(A) Check an inventory (A) Listen to a speech
(B) Order some products (B) Enjoy a meal
(C) Send a document (C) Watch a video clip
(D) Update a Web site (D) Ask some questions
39. Where most likely is the announcement 45. What is the news report mainly about?
being given? (A) An upcoming festival
(A) At a music concert (B) Some road maintenance
(B) At a film screening (C) A construction project
(C) At a sporting contest (D) Some weather conditions
(D) At a fashion show
40. Why does the speaker say, "It's a 46. What are the listeners advised to do?
brand-new program"? (A) Take a different route
(A) To confirm schedule changes (B) Use public transportation
(B) To highlight special features (C) Bring some waterproof materials
(C) To seek more participation (D) Contact a city official
(D) To provide an excuse
41. According to the speaker, what will 47. What will the listeners hear next?
happen after an event? (A) A song
(A) A job recruiting fair will be held. (B) A weather report
(B) Refreshments will be served. (C) An interview
(C) A photo session will be staged. (D) An advertisement
(D) Prizes will be awarded.
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Award Recipient
Partner of the Year Philippa Chang
Corporate Achievement Gerard Keyes
Innovator Award Nora Leventhal
Leadership Prize Sarah Chopra
51. The ------- box left over from the 55. Many attendees were late for the
television delivery should be conference ------- the traffic congestion
recycled. near the convention hall.
(A) urgent (A) yet
(B) absent (B) ever
(C) empty (C) instead of
(D) notable (D) owing to
52. ------- message was left for the vice 56. Ms. Blake's small firm ------- was able to
president while he was away. assemble over one thousand volunteers
(A) All last month.
(B) Most (A) she
(C) Another (B) herself
(D) Several (C) it
(D) itself
53. Employees need a ------- form of 57. There were no customers in the
transportation to get to work on time. restaurant, but it stayed open until 10
(A) relies P.M.-------.
(B) reliable (A) else
(C) reliability (B) rather
(D) reliably (C) soon
(D) anyway
54. Northland Rail sells hot drinks and 58. The awards ceremony will be broadcast
sandwiches ------- most of its trains. ------- the country this evening at 7 P.M.
(A) into Eastern time,
(B) down (A) readily
(C) on (B) aboard
(D) out (C) during
(D) across
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59. Because the licensing agreement 63. Through decades of research, Dr.
was so important, the ------- for Carter has become the leading -------
Redbud Media spent a lot of time on natural pain relief techniques.
preparing for it. (A) expertly
(A) negotiation (B) experts
(B) negotiated (C) expert
(C) negotiator (D) expertise
(D) negotiating
60. Orders placed ------- 5:00 P.M. will be 64. Scholars found that a direct ------- of
processed the next business day. the text from Chinese to English
(A) to resulted in a loss of the author's
(B) after intentions.
(C) between (A) translator
(D) in (B) translate
(C) translation
(D) translated
61. With the help of a professional 65. ------- the food at Garden Bistro is
graphic designer, Newark Industries delicious, its small portion sizes do
wants to create a logo that ------- its not justify the high prices.
corporate values. (A) In spite of
(A) depicting (B) While
(B) depicted (C) In order that
(C) depicts (D) Otherwise
(D) depict
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PART 6
Directions: Read the texts that follow. A word, phrase, or sentence is missing in parts of
each text. Four answer choices for each question are given below each text. Select the best
answer to complete the text. Then mark the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your answer sheet.
Tyrone Berry
941 Joy Lane
Burbank, CA 91502
Dear Mr. Berry,
On behalf of the Small Business Owners Association (SBOA), I would like to invite you to our
annual leadership workshop. This year, we have selected Boston as the host city, due to its
66. ------- location. The event will be held at the Jenkins Center. If you are traveling from out
of town, please see the enclosed details regarding 67. ------- SBOA has negotiated
discounted rates with these hotels for our participants.
This workshop is an excellent way to strengthen your skills. Space is limited, so if you are
interested in taking part in this event, be sure to register by the August 10 deadline. This will
ensure that a spot is saved for you.
Sincerely,
Shannon Payne
Event Coordinator, SBOA
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Questions 68-69 refer to the following instructions.
Follow these easy instructions to brew the perfect cup of coffee with the Knapp Co.
coffee maker. Fill the water reservoir to the desired level, as indicated by the
number of cups along the side. Always use bottled or filtered water. This will help
you to avoid impurities, and it will also improve the taste of the coffee. The green
button pit will blink 68. ------ until the water is heated to the correct temperature.
Remove the basket and add two scoops of coffee. Then replace the basket. The
brewing process will begin 69. ------- a few seconds. If this does not happen, check
that the basket is clicked into place all the way.
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Questions 70-71 refer to the following advertisement.
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Questions 72-73 refer to the following advertisement.
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PART 7
Directions: In this part, you will read a selection of texts, such as magazine and newspaper
articles, emails, and instant messages. Each text or set of texts is followed by several
questions. Select the best answer for each question and mark the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D)
on your answer sheet.
PC SOLUTIONS
1958 Tyler Avenue, 248-555-0171
74. What is Mr. Crawford responsible for? 75. What can be inferred about Mr. Pierce?
(A) Delivering an item (A) He purchased a protective case for his
(B) Making a repair device.
(C) Taking an order (B) He presented a coupon for the services.
(D) Processing a payment (C) He is using PC Solutions for the first
time.
(D) He will pick up an item on March 20.
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Questions 76-77 refer to the following advertisement.
E-Mail message
To: Elias Kinnard <[email protected]>
From: Jeanette Aguayo <[email protected]>
Date: January 8
Subject: Details
Dear Mr. Kinnard,
It was a pleasure meeting with you to discuss the feasibility of Valley Fashion using our
facility to produce the jeans for your new product line. I know you considered our initial offer
too high, so I have discussed the issue with our fabrication team. Considering you would
require a bulk order, we have adjusted the figures as below. Please note that this is the
best offer we can provide.
Valley Fashion: Production Cost Summary
Updated January 7
Category Cost per item
Labor $2.91
Fabric $3.21
Button, zipper, rivets $1.24
Distressed finish $0.84
Factory overhead $0.39
Total $8.33
The rate may be slightly higher than those of our competitors, but our company has the
fewest on-site accidents of any facility in the region. Many socially conscious consumers
pay attention to this factor when making purchasing decisions, and this will reflect positively
on your company.
Sincerely,
Jeanette Aguayo
WPA Manufacturing
76. What is the purpose of the e-mail? 77. What does Mr. Aguayo suggest about
(A) To request additional funds WPA Manufacturing?
(B) To tell about a changed budget (A) It has an excellent safety record.
(C) To promote a product (B) It is the largest factory in the area.
(D) To explain a pricing error (C) It has the lowest labor prices.
(D) It is popular on social media.
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Questions 78-79 refer to the following job announcement.
Openings at TG Automotive
TG Automotive is currently seeking vehicle mechanics for its Renwick
and Abbott branches. The work for these full-time positions will be
exclusively during the daytime, as weekend and evening shifts are not
required. Wages are negotiable, and employees will be eligible for
health insurance and paid vacation after a six-month probationary
period. Applicants must have either two years of experience in the
automotive repair industry or certification from a technical school.
Applications should be sent to [email protected] by October 5.
Interviews will be held over a three-day period (October 9-11), and
successful applicants will begin work on October 15. New employees
must undergo two weeks of paid training, the first of which will take
place at the Huntington branch, and the second of which will be at the
place of employment.
78. What is indicated about the position? 79. How long will employees train at the
(A) Its benefits increase after a trial period. Huntington branch?
(B) lts applicants must have a flexible (A) Two days
schedule. (B) Three days
(C) Its employees receive the same fixed pay (C) One week
rate. (D) Two weeks
(D) It requires two years of experience.
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Questions 80-81 refer to the following form.
Status: The upper heating element on the hot water heater is faulty. I have ordered
a new one. Installation is scheduled for October 25.
80. Why was the form written? 81. What has Mr. Wamer done?
(A) To report a late shipment (A) Placed an order
(B) To summarize a repair task (B) E-mailed Ms. Sinclair
(C) To request a price estimate (C) Installed a new heater
(D) To schedule an apartment tour (D) Stopped a water leak
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Questions 82-83 refer to the following memo.
MEMORANDUM
CONWAY ACCOUNTING
TO: [email protected]
FROM: [email protected]
DATE: January 4
RE: January 12 closure
The team leaders working on the Akins account can e-mail me their
reports – I need them Wednesday morning before the conference.
Regards,
Sandra Bruna
82. Why will the office close on Tuesday? 83. What does Ms. Bruna ask the team
(A) The Akins account requires no more leaders to do?
work. (A) To contact city employees
(B) The director will be on a business trip. (B) To avoid using water
(C) Employees will go to a conference. (C) To send her an e-mail
(D) Some pipes require maintenance. (D) To lock the office doors
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Questions 84-86 refer to the following memo.
With Summit Spa's plans to extend its business hours, the management
team has been conducting interviews of applicants for a massage
therapist position. We are pleased to announce that we have found
someone to join our team, Angela Thorpe.
84. What is the purpose of the memo? 86. The word "cover" in paragraph 2,
(A) To introduce an employee line 9, is closest in meaning to
(B) To endorse a job candidate (A) protect
(C) To provide client information (B) hide
(D) To announce a promotion (C) include
(D) report
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Questions 87-89 refer to the following information.
1. Wash the interior of the tank with warm, soapy water. Be sure to rinse the sides of
the tank thoroughly so that no residue remains, as this can be toxic to fish.
2. Cover the bottom of the tank with pebbles or decorative gravel and fill the tank
about 75% full. Add any live or plastic plants. Handle the roots of live plants gently,
and make sure they are completely covered. Fill the rest of the tank with water.
3. Hang the filter on the side of the tank, ensuring that the filter is submerged. Allow
the filter to soak for at least 20 minutes before turning on the filler pump.
4. Check that the water is room temperature. Add fish to the lank one by one.
If you are missing parts, please call our customer service line at 1-800-555-0166. For a
duplicate warranty card, e-mail Patrick Davis at [email protected].
87. What is the information mainly about? 89. What can users do by e-mailing the
(A) Performing an initial setup address provided?
(B) Selecting the right fish (A) Order fish for the tank
(C) Cleaning a fish tank (B) Make a warranty claim
(D) Replacing dirty tank water (C) Request a missing part
(D) Get a copy of a document
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Questions 90-92 refer to the following survey.
90. What kind of facility are residents being 92. What is the survey respondent concerned
surveyed about? about?
(A) A public sports complex (A) Construction noise
(B) A local government office (B) Traffic congestion
(C) A history museum (C) Opening hours
(D) A retail center (D) Obstructed views
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Questions 93-96 refer to the following e-mail.
E-Mail message
To: Undisclosed Recipients
From: Taylor Diehl <[email protected]>
Date: March 2
Subject: Hello
On behalf of Brantley, Inc., I would like to welcome you all on board. We strive for accuracy
and efficiency in the testing and analysis of laboratory samples, and you will play an
important role in this regard. Your individual team leaders will be getting in touch soon to
provide further orientation materials, which will help you to have a sound understanding of
our policies and expectations. In the meantime, I'd like to summarize some of the key sites
in our multi-building complex.
All of you will be stationed in Delano Tower, which is the center of our operations. Additional
equipment can be procured from the warehouse in the Stokes Building, but a request must
be made in advance. If you experience any safety issues, there is an on-site nurse available
in the Elliot Building, which is also the home of our security office. Questions regarding
payroll and benefits are handled by our finance department, which is located in Vine Hall.
Their extension number is 300.
If you plan on driving to work, you'll need a pass to leave your vehicle in one of the on-site
lots. These are available at no cost, pending availability, and can be obtained from Steven
Reiter. He can be reached at extension 251. All employees must wear a photo ID badge at
all times. You should get one from the security office as soon as you arrive on your first
day.
Please feel free to contact me with questions at any time. I look forward to getting to know
you all better,
Taylor Diehl
HR Director, Brantley, Inc.
93. Who most likely are the recipients? 95. Where should the recipients go upon
(A) Safety inspectors arrival?
(B) Lab technicians (A) To Delano Tower
(C) Team leaders (B) To the Stokes Building
(D) Job applicants (C) To the Elliot Building
(D) To Vine Hall
94. The word "sound" in paragraph 1, line 4, is 96. What is Mr. Reiter responsible for
closest in meaning to doing?
(A) positive (A) Distributing orientation materials
(B) thorough (B) Answering payroll questions
(C) durable (C) Issuing parking passes
(D) noisy (D) Performing safety training
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Questions 97-100 refer to the following e-mail.
E-Mail message
To: Undisclosed Recipients
From: Anita Foster <[email protected]>
Date: May 7
Subject: Environmental Friends Society
The conference will still run from 9 A.M. to 5 P.M. on May 28. We welcome Amber
Coburn as the keynote speaker, who is filling in for Anthony Yao. Please note that
there will be a break from noon to 1 P.M., but nothing will be served on-site. So, you
should bring a sack lunch or cash to spend at one of the restaurants in the
neighborhood.
For those who plan on driving to the site, please contact Rickey Keeler at
[email protected] to get a pass for the Palmer Hotel lot.
Warmest regards,
Anita Foster
97. Why did Ms. Foster send the e-mail? 99. What are the recipients asked to do?
(A) To confirm a registration list for a workshop (A) Pay a registration fee in cash
(B) To announce changes to an event plan (B) Make their own lunch arrangements
(C) To publicize the winner of an election (C) Ride to a site together
(D) To request mailing addresses for invitations (D) Order a meal in advance
98. What can be inferred about Mr. Yao? 100. Why should the recipients e-mail Mr.
(A) He used to be a member of the EFS. Keeler?
(B) He was originally scheduled to give a talk. (A) To request a parking pass
(C) He will oversee a procedure for the group. (B) To book a hotel room
(D) He failed to submit some paperwork. (C) To ask for driving directions
(D) To pay a membership fee
Stop! This is the end of the test. If you finish before time is called, you may go back to Parts
5,6, and 7 and check your work.
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