Question. That looks heavy. Can I give you a hand with that? .......
(a) Normally, I don't like that kind of thing.
(c) My hands are wet.
(b) Sure, that would be great.
(d) I don't like to hold hands.
Answer. B
Question. Are you going to call in sick tomorrow? .......
(a) I get a coffee break at ten in the morning.
(c) I think so. I don't feel well.
(b) My wife isn't feeling well.
(d) It's my turn to go first.
Answer. C
Question. Do you think we should put the meeting off until tomorrow? .......
(a) It was nice meeting you.
(c) I know, he normally calls by now.
(b) She doesn't like me very much.
(d) Yes, tomorrow's fine with me.
Answer. D
Question. Kristine's working a lot. Are you tied up this week? .......
(a) I look forward to it.
(c) Yes, I'm really busy.
(b) I believe you.
(d) I'm really tired.
Answer. C
Question. This training session is difficult. I had a really hard time reading that training manual. .......
(a) Her speech was really well done.
(c) I'm going to write it down again for you.
(b) I am going to the meeting soon.
(d) Me too. It was very intensive.
Answer. D
Question. What's on your agenda for the holidays? .......
(a) Possibly. I'll eat out tonight.
(c) We'll discuss that during the meeting tomorrow.
(b) I need a coffee break.
(d) I think we're going to visit my parents in Vermont for Christmas.
Answer. D
Question. Carrie pointed out that you're having some problems adjusting to your new job. .......
(a) Sure, if possible.
(c) I liked my old job a lot.
(b) I like Carrie.
(d) I hope so.
Answer. C
Question. Are you fed up with your job? .......
(a) Actually, I ate really well yesterday.
(c) I liked the speaker today.
(b) Somewhat, but I can't quit right now.
(d) I fed the dog this morning.
Answer. B
Question. What are your plans for the weekend? .......
(a) We're going skiing in Montana.
(c) Cold weather is hard to deal with sometimes.
(b) I like ice fishing.
(d) I don't have a schedule printed out yet.
Answer. A
Question. When did you settle on a name for the baby? .......
(a) We haven't talked about the upcoming deal yet.
(c) We should go out tonight.
(b) Last week. We decided on Liam for a boy.
(d) That sounds great.
Answer. B
Question. Do you want to hang out tonight? .......
(a) I need a vacation.
(c) Sure, let's watch movies together.
(b) I think we should hang it up to dry.
(d) My hands are full right now.
Answer. C
Question. I have to check. Can you hold a moment? .......
(a) Yes, I'll hold.
(c) I have to hold onto my puppy or she'll run away.
(b) Don't let go of me.
(d) Surely, I'll take that.
Answer. A
Question. Can you expand on that? .......
(a) Yes, I need more room.
(c) I hope so.
(b) Yes, I feel we should focus on globalization more.
(d) I'd appreciate that.
Answer. B
Question. Are Cindy and Max breaking up? .......
(a) They had a break-in last week.
(c) Yes, they're getting married.
(b) Yes, they're so cute together.
(d) Yes, unfortunately, they can't fix their problems.
Answer. D
Question. When did you come across that project. .......
(a) It was very difficult to read that training manual.
(c) I drove across a beautiful bridge yesterday.
(b) Last week when I was reading the bulletin board.
(d) I went to the barbeque yesterday.
Answer. B
Question. Who will give the bride away at her wedding? .......
(a) I'm going to give them new, designer towels.
(c) Her father, of course.
(b) Her fiance, of course.
(d) She's going to wear white.
Answer. C
Question. Don't worry about it. You can count on me. .......
(a) Math is my favorite subject.
(c) I don't want to do inventory this week.
(b) I'd appreciate that, thanks.
(d) I hate using cash registers.
Answer. B
Question. Did he go against his father's wishes? .......
(a) Yes, he decided to buy the house anyway.
(c) Sure, go ahead.
(b) Yes, his parents are very happy.
(d) I'd like that a lot.
Answer. A
Question. How did you manage to come by this great job? .......
(a) You should come by after work.
(c) I'm ready for a change.
(b) It's possible that I left it at work.
(d) I answered an advertisement in the paper.
Answer. D
Question. Did you have some friends over last night? .......
(a) Yes, I'd like that.
(c) Yes, Ron and Sue stopped by.
(b) Maybe, if possible.
(d) Yes, Ron and Sue are coming over at 6 pm.
Answer. C
Question. I picked up the basket and it came apart in my hands. .......
(a) I love that craft store.
(c) You should give it to Haley for Christmas.
(b) If you have your receipt, you can return it.
(d) You should buy it. It's in great shape.
Answer. B
Question. Randy's mother is amazing. She's 93 years old and still fends for herself. .......
(a) I know. She's very healthy.
(c) I know. She lives with her son and he takes care of her every need.
(b) I know. They're going to put her in a nursing home.
(d) I know. She's confined to her bed.
Answer. A
Question. When did Microsoft come out with a new version of that software? .......
(a) Yes, I like it a lot.
(c) They developed the new product.
(b) Last week. Isn't it great?
(d) Microsoft creates software products.
Answer. B
Question. If my knee starts acting up, I'll have to miss the marathon tomorrow. .......
(a) I know. She'll have to stop acting up or she'll get in trouble.
(c) I know. I'm going to see my doctor today.
(b) Yes, I feel really good and strong right now.
(d) You should see your doctor today to make sure you're OK for the race.
Answer. D
Question. Do you think the thunder storm will blow over soon? .......
(a) I know. The weather is great.
(c) Sure, we can.
(b) I hope so.
(d) Yes, the explosion was very scary.
Answer. B
Question. What are you doing to build up your endurance for the upcoming marathon? .......
(a) I'm building a new house this year.
(c) I'm jogging and doing other physical exercises every day.
(b) They just finished building the cabin.
(d) I don't need endurance to run marathons.
Answer. C
Question. How does one o'clock sound? .......
(a) Yes, thank you.
(c) Great. I'll see you at three o'clock.
(b) Surely you don't mean that?
(d) Sounds good. I'll meet you there.
Answer. D
Question. I haven't seen you for a long time. Let's get together and catch up. .......
(a) I caught a cold last week too.
(c) I'd love to! I want to know everything.
(b) I really like your new boss.
(d) It's nice to meet you.
Answer. C
Question. Let's sit down and hash out an agreement tomorrow. .......
(a) Sure, let's meet at 10 am.
(c) I don't need a chair, thanks.
(b) No, I don't like hash browns.
(d) Oh, they're great.
Answer. A
Question. I can't stand her! .......
(a) I'd like a chair too, please.
(c) My legs are weak.
(b) I don't like her either.
(d) That's great! I knew you'd like her a lot.
Answer. B