نتیجه آزمون
- A) a local bus
- B) a rapid train
- C) a commuter train
- D) a long-distance bus
Part 1 - Listening to Problem Solving
Audio 002 - Conversation
Will that be all today? Yes, that's it. Thanks. Actually, do you sell transit tickets? Sure. Do you need them for local transit or the rapid system? I'm not sure. I live here, but I always drive. My car is in the shop today, though. Well, rapid system tickets are only good on commuter trains and buses. Those are the ones that travel to more distant communities, like Terryville, just outside of town. Well, I'm taking the bus to visit a friend who lives downtown, so I suppose that's local. That's right. How many tickets would you like? We sell them in strips of 10 or 20. I can't buy single tickets. I only need two. Sorry. You can buy single tickets at the station, but only multiples here. That'll be $26 for 10 plus your other items. Well, okay then. If that's the only way you sell them.
- A) She lives outside of town.
- B) She plans to take the bus more often.
- C) She rarely travels on public transit.
- D) She needs many tickets.
Part 1 - Listening to Problem Solving
Audio 002 - Conversation
Will that be all today? Yes, that's it. Thanks. Actually, do you sell transit tickets? Sure. Do you need them for local transit or the rapid system? I'm not sure. I live here, but I always drive. My car is in the shop today, though. Well, rapid system tickets are only good on commuter trains and buses. Those are the ones that travel to more distant communities, like Terryville, just outside of town. Well, I'm taking the bus to visit a friend who lives downtown, so I suppose that's local. That's right. How many tickets would you like? We sell them in strips of 10 or 20. I can't buy single tickets. I only need two. Sorry. You can buy single tickets at the station, but only multiples here. That'll be $26 for 10 plus your other items. Well, okay then. If that's the only way you sell them.
- A) ask for a discount
- B) visit another store
- C) return home
- D) purchase tickets
Part 1 - Listening to Problem Solving
Audio 002 - Conversation
Will that be all today? Yes, that's it. Thanks. Actually, do you sell transit tickets? Sure. Do you need them for local transit or the rapid system? I'm not sure. I live here, but I always drive. My car is in the shop today, though. Well, rapid system tickets are only good on commuter trains and buses. Those are the ones that travel to more distant communities, like Terryville, just outside of town. Well, I'm taking the bus to visit a friend who lives downtown, so I suppose that's local. That's right. How many tickets would you like? We sell them in strips of 10 or 20. I can't buy single tickets. I only need two. Sorry. You can buy single tickets at the station, but only multiples here. That'll be $26 for 10 plus your other items. Well, okay then. If that's the only way you sell them.
- A) She likes to read.
- B) She might miss the bus.
- C) She looks young.
- D) She made a mistake.
Part 1 - Listening to Problem Solving
Audio 002 - Conversation
Will that be all today? Yes, that's it. Thanks. Actually, do you sell transit tickets? Sure. Do you need them for local transit or the rapid system? I'm not sure. I live here, but I always drive. My car is in the shop today, though. Well, rapid system tickets are only good on commuter trains and buses. Those are the ones that travel to more distant communities, like Terryville, just outside of town. Well, I'm taking the bus to visit a friend who lives downtown, so I suppose that's local. That's right. How many tickets would you like? We sell them in strips of 10 or 20. I can't buy single tickets. I only need two. Sorry. You can buy single tickets at the station, but only multiples here. That'll be $26 for 10 plus your other items. Well, okay then. If that's the only way you sell them.
- A) She likes to read.
- B) She might miss the bus.
- C) She looks young.
- D) She made a mistake.
Part 1 - Listening to Problem Solving
Audio 002 - Conversation
Will that be all today? Yes, that's it. Thanks. Actually, do you sell transit tickets? Sure. Do you need them for local transit or the rapid system? I'm not sure. I live here, but I always drive. My car is in the shop today, though. Well, rapid system tickets are only good on commuter trains and buses. Those are the ones that travel to more distant communities, like Terryville, just outside of town. Well, I'm taking the bus to visit a friend who lives downtown, so I suppose that's local. That's right. How many tickets would you like? We sell them in strips of 10 or 20. I can't buy single tickets. I only need two. Sorry. You can buy single tickets at the station, but only multiples here. That'll be $26 for 10 plus your other items. Well, okay then. If that's the only way you sell them.
- A) take the woman to the bus stop
- B) offer the woman a refund
- C) give the woman the correct tickets
- D) confirm the woman’s age
Part 1 - Listening to Problem Solving
Audio 002 - Conversation
Will that be all today? Yes, that's it. Thanks. Actually, do you sell transit tickets? Sure. Do you need them for local transit or the rapid system? I'm not sure. I live here, but I always drive. My car is in the shop today, though. Well, rapid system tickets are only good on commuter trains and buses. Those are the ones that travel to more distant communities, like Terryville, just outside of town. Well, I'm taking the bus to visit a friend who lives downtown, so I suppose that's local. That's right. How many tickets would you like? We sell them in strips of 10 or 20. I can't buy single tickets. I only need two. Sorry. You can buy single tickets at the station, but only multiples here. That'll be $26 for 10 plus your other items. Well, okay then. If that's the only way you sell them.
- A) She needs more transit tickets.
- B) She wants to thank the man.
- C) She has a new transit problem.
- D) She is buying something else.
Part 1 - Listening to Problem Solving
Audio 002 - Conversation
Will that be all today? Yes, that's it. Thanks. Actually, do you sell transit tickets? Sure. Do you need them for local transit or the rapid system? I'm not sure. I live here, but I always drive. My car is in the shop today, though. Well, rapid system tickets are only good on commuter trains and buses. Those are the ones that travel to more distant communities, like Terryville, just outside of town. Well, I'm taking the bus to visit a friend who lives downtown, so I suppose that's local. That's right. How many tickets would you like? We sell them in strips of 10 or 20. I can't buy single tickets. I only need two. Sorry. You can buy single tickets at the station, but only multiples here. That'll be $26 for 10 plus your other items. Well, okay then. If that's the only way you sell them.
- A) plastic bags
- B) a fabric bag
- C) her unused tickets
- D) a school backpack
Part 1 - Listening to Problem Solving
Audio 002 - Conversation
Will that be all today? Yes, that's it. Thanks. Actually, do you sell transit tickets? Sure. Do you need them for local transit or the rapid system? I'm not sure. I live here, but I always drive. My car is in the shop today, though. Well, rapid system tickets are only good on commuter trains and buses. Those are the ones that travel to more distant communities, like Terryville, just outside of town. Well, I'm taking the bus to visit a friend who lives downtown, so I suppose that's local. That's right. How many tickets would you like? We sell them in strips of 10 or 20. I can't buy single tickets. I only need two. Sorry. You can buy single tickets at the station, but only multiples here. That'll be $26 for 10 plus your other items. Well, okay then. If that's the only way you sell them.
- A) His kids are preparing a Canada Day surprise.
- B) He and his family enjoy attending the events.
- C) He wants to know what events are happening.
- D) His family has just moved to Canada recently.
Part 2 - Listening to a Daily Life Conversation
Audio 016 - Conversation
Hi, Janice. Are you waiting for your daughter? For some reason, the teacher always keeps the class late on Thursdays, doesn't she? Yeah. I don't know why. Your daughter Maria is in the same class, right? Maybe the class is planning a surprise closing event for the parents. Could be. Hey, talking about events, are you taking your kids to the Canada Day celebrations next week? We aren't planning on it. July 1st is usually too hot, so we prefer to spend the day at the beach. We Watch the fireworks in the evening, though. You can go to the beach any day. The Canada Day events are special and just once a year. Our kids love everything about it, especially the parade. So, we go every year. Really? Every year? Doesn't it get boring? It's different every year. There are beautiful floats. You know, those decorated platforms that make up much of the parade. Last year, there was a cool one with kids from the elementary school dressed up as movie characters. What do they do to make the event especially Canadian? Well, there are lots of red and white costumes to represent the colors of the flag. There's usually a Canadian military band and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police on their horses. It's awesome. Isn't it hot and crowded though, and parking downtown must be a nightmare? Yeah, but everyone's having fun, especially the kids. There's some free parking if you go early. Oh, and another great part is the food. at the football field where you can get delicious food at great prices. Plus, there are lots of kids activities like bouncy castles and ring toss, not to mention clowns and jugglers everywhere. Your enthusiasm is contagious. I'll talk about it with my husband and the kids and check out the event schedule (plan of times) on the city's website.
- A) They should include more activities for kids.
- B) They are more interesting on TV.
- C) They should include more Canadian themes.
- D) They take place when it is too hot.
Part 2 - Listening to a Daily Life Conversation
Audio 016 - Conversation
Hi, Janice. Are you waiting for your daughter? For some reason, the teacher always keeps the class late on Thursdays, doesn't she? Yeah. I don't know why. Your daughter Maria is in the same class, right? Maybe the class is planning a surprise closing event for the parents. Could be. Hey, talking about events, are you taking your kids to the Canada Day celebrations next week? We aren't planning on it. July 1st is usually too hot, so we prefer to spend the day at the beach. We Watch the fireworks in the evening, though. You can go to the beach any day. The Canada Day events are special and just once a year. Our kids love everything about it, especially the parade. So, we go every year. Really? Every year? Doesn't it get boring? It's different every year. There are beautiful floats. You know, those decorated platforms that make up much of the parade. Last year, there was a cool one with kids from the elementary school dressed up as movie characters. What do they do to make the event especially Canadian? Well, there are lots of red and white costumes to represent the colors of the flag. There's usually a Canadian military band and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police on their horses. It's awesome. Isn't it hot and crowded though, and parking downtown must be a nightmare? Yeah, but everyone's having fun, especially the kids. There's some free parking if you go early. Oh, and another great part is the food. at the football field where you can get delicious food at great prices. Plus, there are lots of kids activities like bouncy castles and ring toss, not to mention clowns and jugglers everywhere. Your enthusiasm is contagious. I'll talk about it with my husband and the kids and check out the event schedule (plan of times) on the city's website.
- A) watching the entertainment
- B) being outside in warm weather
- C) seeing the Canadian animals
- D) getting free parking downtown
Part 2 - Listening to a Daily Life Conversation
Audio 016 - Conversation
Hi, Janice. Are you waiting for your daughter? For some reason, the teacher always keeps the class late on Thursdays, doesn't she? Yeah. I don't know why. Your daughter Maria is in the same class, right? Maybe the class is planning a surprise closing event for the parents. Could be. Hey, talking about events, are you taking your kids to the Canada Day celebrations next week? We aren't planning on it. July 1st is usually too hot, so we prefer to spend the day at the beach. We Watch the fireworks in the evening, though. You can go to the beach any day. The Canada Day events are special and just once a year. Our kids love everything about it, especially the parade. So, we go every year. Really? Every year? Doesn't it get boring? It's different every year. There are beautiful floats. You know, those decorated platforms that make up much of the parade. Last year, there was a cool one with kids from the elementary school dressed up as movie characters. What do they do to make the event especially Canadian? Well, there are lots of red and white costumes to represent the colors of the flag. There's usually a Canadian military band and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police on their horses. It's awesome. Isn't it hot and crowded though, and parking downtown must be a nightmare? Yeah, but everyone's having fun, especially the kids. There's some free parking if you go early. Oh, and another great part is the food. at the football field where you can get delicious food at great prices. Plus, there are lots of kids activities like bouncy castles and ring toss, not to mention clowns and jugglers everywhere. Your enthusiasm is contagious. I'll talk about it with my husband and the kids and check out the event schedule (plan of times) on the city's website.
- A) She asked him for Canada Day suggestions for her kids.
- B) He thinks she should take her kids to the Canada Day events.
- C) She believes Canada Day events are mainly for adults.
- D) He would like their families to celebrate Canada Day together.
Part 2 - Listening to a Daily Life Conversation
Audio 016 - Conversation
Hi, Janice. Are you waiting for your daughter? For some reason, the teacher always keeps the class late on Thursdays, doesn't she? Yeah. I don't know why. Your daughter Maria is in the same class, right? Maybe the class is planning a surprise closing event for the parents. Could be. Hey, talking about events, are you taking your kids to the Canada Day celebrations next week? We aren't planning on it. July 1st is usually too hot, so we prefer to spend the day at the beach. We Watch the fireworks in the evening, though. You can go to the beach any day. The Canada Day events are special and just once a year. Our kids love everything about it, especially the parade. So, we go every year. Really? Every year? Doesn't it get boring? It's different every year. There are beautiful floats. You know, those decorated platforms that make up much of the parade. Last year, there was a cool one with kids from the elementary school dressed up as movie characters. What do they do to make the event especially Canadian? Well, there are lots of red and white costumes to represent the colors of the flag. There's usually a Canadian military band and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police on their horses. It's awesome. Isn't it hot and crowded though, and parking downtown must be a nightmare? Yeah, but everyone's having fun, especially the kids. There's some free parking if you go early. Oh, and another great part is the food. at the football field where you can get delicious food at great prices. Plus, there are lots of kids activities like bouncy castles and ring toss, not to mention clowns and jugglers everywhere. Your enthusiasm is contagious. I'll talk about it with my husband and the kids and check out the event schedule (plan of times) on the city's website.
- A) She takes her kids to the parade.
- B) She visits a new place each year.
- C) She spends the day by the water.
- D) She eats downtown with her family.
Part 2 - Listening to a Daily Life Conversation
Audio 016 - Conversation
Hi, Janice. Are you waiting for your daughter? For some reason, the teacher always keeps the class late on Thursdays, doesn't she? Yeah. I don't know why. Your daughter Maria is in the same class, right? Maybe the class is planning a surprise closing event for the parents. Could be. Hey, talking about events, are you taking your kids to the Canada Day celebrations next week? We aren't planning on it. July 1st is usually too hot, so we prefer to spend the day at the beach. We Watch the fireworks in the evening, though. You can go to the beach any day. The Canada Day events are special and just once a year. Our kids love everything about it, especially the parade. So, we go every year. Really? Every year? Doesn't it get boring? It's different every year. There are beautiful floats. You know, those decorated platforms that make up much of the parade. Last year, there was a cool one with kids from the elementary school dressed up as movie characters. What do they do to make the event especially Canadian? Well, there are lots of red and white costumes to represent the colors of the flag. There's usually a Canadian military band and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police on their horses. It's awesome. Isn't it hot and crowded though, and parking downtown must be a nightmare? Yeah, but everyone's having fun, especially the kids. There's some free parking if you go early. Oh, and another great part is the food. at the football field where you can get delicious food at great prices. Plus, there are lots of kids activities like bouncy castles and ring toss, not to mention clowns and jugglers everywhere. Your enthusiasm is contagious. I'll talk about it with my husband and the kids and check out the event schedule (plan of times) on the city's website.
- A) Devo attends his sessions infrequently.
- B) Devo is not interested in learning math.
- C) Devo finds his tutoring sessions boring.
- D) Devo is not learning math very quickly.
Part 3 - Listening for Information
Audio 023 - Conversation
Excuse me, Priya. I'd like to speak with you about DVO's progress. I know you've been tutoring him for a few weeks now, but he's still doing poorly in math at school. He failed another test this week. Yes, I'm afraid he's missed more than we thought. It may take until the end of the year for him to catch up. Ah, that's discouraging news. Do you have any ideas about how we can move things along more quickly? Sure. How about increasing his number of sessions? I could schedule (plan of times) him for twice a week, for example. or even three times. Well, that will be much more expensive, won't it? We usually give a discount (lower price) to families that register for multiple sessions. I'll talk to my manager (person in charge). That would be great. Thanks. I was also concerned (worried) about DVO not doing all of the homework you assign. I'm sure you must have noticed. Yes, that was the next point I was going to mention. I have a new technique I'd like to try with him. I've read that it is useful for developing stronger work habits. Sure, anything. How How will it work? Well, first I'll do part of his homework with him during our session. Then I'd like you to do the next part of his homework with him at home. Finally, he can do the last part by himself. Eventually, we can decrease the amount you and I do with him until he is doing all of it on his own. Thanks, Priya. That sounds like a good place to start. It's just that I hate to say this, but he thinks the exercise sheets you have him working on are a little boring. Well, we can use games or songs to help learn science or language, but math is something that just takes self-discipline. One thing that sometimes helps kids is a reward chart. You know, where he gets a sticker to put on the chart each time he does his homework. I like that idea. Thanks for your help, Priya.
- A) once a week
- B) twice a week
- C) three times a week
- D) a few times a week
Part 3 - Listening for Information
Audio 023 - Conversation
Excuse me, Priya. I'd like to speak with you about DVO's progress. I know you've been tutoring him for a few weeks now, but he's still doing poorly in math at school. He failed another test this week. Yes, I'm afraid he's missed more than we thought. It may take until the end of the year for him to catch up. Ah, that's discouraging news. Do you have any ideas about how we can move things along more quickly? Sure. How about increasing his number of sessions? I could schedule (plan of times) him for twice a week, for example. or even three times. Well, that will be much more expensive, won't it? We usually give a discount (lower price) to families that register for multiple sessions. I'll talk to my manager (person in charge). That would be great. Thanks. I was also concerned (worried) about DVO not doing all of the homework you assign. I'm sure you must have noticed. Yes, that was the next point I was going to mention. I have a new technique I'd like to try with him. I've read that it is useful for developing stronger work habits. Sure, anything. How How will it work? Well, first I'll do part of his homework with him during our session. Then I'd like you to do the next part of his homework with him at home. Finally, he can do the last part by himself. Eventually, we can decrease the amount you and I do with him until he is doing all of it on his own. Thanks, Priya. That sounds like a good place to start. It's just that I hate to say this, but he thinks the exercise sheets you have him working on are a little boring. Well, we can use games or songs to help learn science or language, but math is something that just takes self-discipline. One thing that sometimes helps kids is a reward chart. You know, where he gets a sticker to put on the chart each time he does his homework. I like that idea. Thanks for your help, Priya.
- A) to move Devo to a different day
- B) to check available tutoring times
- C) to request a lower price for them
- D) to get advice about tutoring Devo
Part 3 - Listening for Information
Audio 023 - Conversation
Excuse me, Priya. I'd like to speak with you about DVO's progress. I know you've been tutoring him for a few weeks now, but he's still doing poorly in math at school. He failed another test this week. Yes, I'm afraid he's missed more than we thought. It may take until the end of the year for him to catch up. Ah, that's discouraging news. Do you have any ideas about how we can move things along more quickly? Sure. How about increasing his number of sessions? I could schedule (plan of times) him for twice a week, for example. or even three times. Well, that will be much more expensive, won't it? We usually give a discount (lower price) to families that register for multiple sessions. I'll talk to my manager (person in charge). That would be great. Thanks. I was also concerned (worried) about DVO not doing all of the homework you assign. I'm sure you must have noticed. Yes, that was the next point I was going to mention. I have a new technique I'd like to try with him. I've read that it is useful for developing stronger work habits. Sure, anything. How How will it work? Well, first I'll do part of his homework with him during our session. Then I'd like you to do the next part of his homework with him at home. Finally, he can do the last part by himself. Eventually, we can decrease the amount you and I do with him until he is doing all of it on his own. Thanks, Priya. That sounds like a good place to start. It's just that I hate to say this, but he thinks the exercise sheets you have him working on are a little boring. Well, we can use games or songs to help learn science or language, but math is something that just takes self-discipline. One thing that sometimes helps kids is a reward chart. You know, where he gets a sticker to put on the chart each time he does his homework. I like that idea. Thanks for your help, Priya.
- A) to improve Devo’s math homework habits
- B) to ensure Devo gets higher math grades
- C) to help Devo’s parents monitor his homework
- D) to reduce Devo’s need for tutoring sessions
Part 3 - Listening for Information
Audio 023 - Conversation
Excuse me, Priya. I'd like to speak with you about DVO's progress. I know you've been tutoring him for a few weeks now, but he's still doing poorly in math at school. He failed another test this week. Yes, I'm afraid he's missed more than we thought. It may take until the end of the year for him to catch up. Ah, that's discouraging news. Do you have any ideas about how we can move things along more quickly? Sure. How about increasing his number of sessions? I could schedule (plan of times) him for twice a week, for example. or even three times. Well, that will be much more expensive, won't it? We usually give a discount (lower price) to families that register for multiple sessions. I'll talk to my manager (person in charge). That would be great. Thanks. I was also concerned (worried) about DVO not doing all of the homework you assign. I'm sure you must have noticed. Yes, that was the next point I was going to mention. I have a new technique I'd like to try with him. I've read that it is useful for developing stronger work habits. Sure, anything. How How will it work? Well, first I'll do part of his homework with him during our session. Then I'd like you to do the next part of his homework with him at home. Finally, he can do the last part by himself. Eventually, we can decrease the amount you and I do with him until he is doing all of it on his own. Thanks, Priya. That sounds like a good place to start. It's just that I hate to say this, but he thinks the exercise sheets you have him working on are a little boring. Well, we can use games or songs to help learn science or language, but math is something that just takes self-discipline. One thing that sometimes helps kids is a reward chart. You know, where he gets a sticker to put on the chart each time he does his homework. I like that idea. Thanks for your help, Priya.
- A) learning games
- B) Devo's father
- C) educational songs
- D) Devo's math teacher
Part 3 - Listening for Information
Audio 023 - Conversation
Excuse me, Priya. I'd like to speak with you about DVO's progress. I know you've been tutoring him for a few weeks now, but he's still doing poorly in math at school. He failed another test this week. Yes, I'm afraid he's missed more than we thought. It may take until the end of the year for him to catch up. Ah, that's discouraging news. Do you have any ideas about how we can move things along more quickly? Sure. How about increasing his number of sessions? I could schedule (plan of times) him for twice a week, for example. or even three times. Well, that will be much more expensive, won't it? We usually give a discount (lower price) to families that register for multiple sessions. I'll talk to my manager (person in charge). That would be great. Thanks. I was also concerned (worried) about DVO not doing all of the homework you assign. I'm sure you must have noticed. Yes, that was the next point I was going to mention. I have a new technique I'd like to try with him. I've read that it is useful for developing stronger work habits. Sure, anything. How How will it work? Well, first I'll do part of his homework with him during our session. Then I'd like you to do the next part of his homework with him at home. Finally, he can do the last part by himself. Eventually, we can decrease the amount you and I do with him until he is doing all of it on his own. Thanks, Priya. That sounds like a good place to start. It's just that I hate to say this, but he thinks the exercise sheets you have him working on are a little boring. Well, we can use games or songs to help learn science or language, but math is something that just takes self-discipline. One thing that sometimes helps kids is a reward chart. You know, where he gets a sticker to put on the chart each time he does his homework. I like that idea. Thanks for your help, Priya.
- A) play learning games with Devo
- B) give Devo a reward chart
- C) have Devo write a test each session
- D) create new exercise sheets for Devo
Part 3 - Listening for Information
Audio 023 - Conversation
Excuse me, Priya. I'd like to speak with you about DVO's progress. I know you've been tutoring him for a few weeks now, but he's still doing poorly in math at school. He failed another test this week. Yes, I'm afraid he's missed more than we thought. It may take until the end of the year for him to catch up. Ah, that's discouraging news. Do you have any ideas about how we can move things along more quickly? Sure. How about increasing his number of sessions? I could schedule (plan of times) him for twice a week, for example. or even three times. Well, that will be much more expensive, won't it? We usually give a discount (lower price) to families that register for multiple sessions. I'll talk to my manager (person in charge). That would be great. Thanks. I was also concerned (worried) about DVO not doing all of the homework you assign. I'm sure you must have noticed. Yes, that was the next point I was going to mention. I have a new technique I'd like to try with him. I've read that it is useful for developing stronger work habits. Sure, anything. How How will it work? Well, first I'll do part of his homework with him during our session. Then I'd like you to do the next part of his homework with him at home. Finally, he can do the last part by himself. Eventually, we can decrease the amount you and I do with him until he is doing all of it on his own. Thanks, Priya. That sounds like a good place to start. It's just that I hate to say this, but he thinks the exercise sheets you have him working on are a little boring. Well, we can use games or songs to help learn science or language, but math is something that just takes self-discipline. One thing that sometimes helps kids is a reward chart. You know, where he gets a sticker to put on the chart each time he does his homework. I like that idea. Thanks for your help, Priya.
- A) owner.
- B) location.
- C) design.
- D) purpose.
Part 4 - Listening to a News Item
Audio 031 - News Item
A new housebo in Clearwater Harbor has been attracting the attention of tourists and locals. The architect and creator of the vessel, Antonia Moretti, appropriately refers to it as the floating rectangle, and people who have seen it describe it as a shipping container on skis. It has taken Miss Moretti 2 years to plan and build the housebo, which is now mored in one of the most coveted areas of the city, surrounded by luxury apartments. Building her houseboat allowed the 24year-old graduate to apply (ask officially) her skills in marine architecture, a field she had been studying in both London, England, and Shanghai, China. Although her degree can lead to jobs around the world that require this specialized skill set, she says her future goals are still vague. Miss Moretti can often be seen fishing from the deck of her housebo or chatting with enchanted passers by. Not everyone is enamored by the harbor's new addition, though. Mike Macdonald, a resident (person who lives in a place) of a nearby apartment building, recently informed Miss Moretti that she was ruining his view. She simply replied that it was a good view to share.
- A) built a houseboat in London.
- B) studied marine biology abroad.
- C) obtained a university degree.
- D) lived in a nearby apartment.
Part 4 - Listening to a News Item
Audio 031 - News Item
A new housebo in Clearwater Harbor has been attracting the attention of tourists and locals. The architect and creator of the vessel, Antonia Moretti, appropriately refers to it as the floating rectangle, and people who have seen it describe it as a shipping container on skis. It has taken Miss Moretti 2 years to plan and build the housebo, which is now mored in one of the most coveted areas of the city, surrounded by luxury apartments. Building her houseboat allowed the 24year-old graduate to apply (ask officially) her skills in marine architecture, a field she had been studying in both London, England, and Shanghai, China. Although her degree can lead to jobs around the world that require this specialized skill set, she says her future goals are still vague. Miss Moretti can often be seen fishing from the deck of her housebo or chatting with enchanted passers by. Not everyone is enamored by the harbor's new addition, though. Mike Macdonald, a resident (person who lives in a place) of a nearby apartment building, recently informed Miss Moretti that she was ruining his view. She simply replied that it was a good view to share.
- A) unsure of her plans for the future.
- B) unable to find work at the moment.
- C) planning to travel the world using her boat.
- D) trying to find a roommate to move in with her.
Part 4 - Listening to a News Item
Audio 031 - News Item
A new housebo in Clearwater Harbor has been attracting the attention of tourists and locals. The architect and creator of the vessel, Antonia Moretti, appropriately refers to it as the floating rectangle, and people who have seen it describe it as a shipping container on skis. It has taken Miss Moretti 2 years to plan and build the housebo, which is now mored in one of the most coveted areas of the city, surrounded by luxury apartments. Building her houseboat allowed the 24year-old graduate to apply (ask officially) her skills in marine architecture, a field she had been studying in both London, England, and Shanghai, China. Although her degree can lead to jobs around the world that require this specialized skill set, she says her future goals are still vague. Miss Moretti can often be seen fishing from the deck of her housebo or chatting with enchanted passers by. Not everyone is enamored by the harbor's new addition, though. Mike Macdonald, a resident (person who lives in a place) of a nearby apartment building, recently informed Miss Moretti that she was ruining his view. She simply replied that it was a good view to share.
- A) wants to own a houseboat.
- B) visits the houseboat regularly.
- C) fishes in Clearwater Harbour.
- D) wants Ms. Moretti to leave.
Part 4 - Listening to a News Item
Audio 031 - News Item
A new housebo in Clearwater Harbor has been attracting the attention of tourists and locals. The architect and creator of the vessel, Antonia Moretti, appropriately refers to it as the floating rectangle, and people who have seen it describe it as a shipping container on skis. It has taken Miss Moretti 2 years to plan and build the housebo, which is now mored in one of the most coveted areas of the city, surrounded by luxury apartments. Building her houseboat allowed the 24year-old graduate to apply (ask officially) her skills in marine architecture, a field she had been studying in both London, England, and Shanghai, China. Although her degree can lead to jobs around the world that require this specialized skill set, she says her future goals are still vague. Miss Moretti can often be seen fishing from the deck of her housebo or chatting with enchanted passers by. Not everyone is enamored by the harbor's new addition, though. Mike Macdonald, a resident (person who lives in a place) of a nearby apartment building, recently informed Miss Moretti that she was ruining his view. She simply replied that it was a good view to share.
- A) dispute in a neighbourhood.
- B) person who built a unique residence.
- C) houseboat that has traveled the world.
- D) beautiful harbour in a city.
Part 4 - Listening to a News Item
Audio 031 - News Item
A new housebo in Clearwater Harbor has been attracting the attention of tourists and locals. The architect and creator of the vessel, Antonia Moretti, appropriately refers to it as the floating rectangle, and people who have seen it describe it as a shipping container on skis. It has taken Miss Moretti 2 years to plan and build the housebo, which is now mored in one of the most coveted areas of the city, surrounded by luxury apartments. Building her houseboat allowed the 24year-old graduate to apply (ask officially) her skills in marine architecture, a field she had been studying in both London, England, and Shanghai, China. Although her degree can lead to jobs around the world that require this specialized skill set, she says her future goals are still vague. Miss Moretti can often be seen fishing from the deck of her housebo or chatting with enchanted passers by. Not everyone is enamored by the harbor's new addition, though. Mike Macdonald, a resident (person who lives in a place) of a nearby apartment building, recently informed Miss Moretti that she was ruining his view. She simply replied that it was a good view to share.
- A) to finish a program she quit
- B) to study her current profession
- C) to prepare for a new career
- D) to renew her outdated credentials
- A) parental responsibilities and solid educational credentials
- B) industry-recognized certification and higher income
- C) marketing career success and popularity at work
- D) cost-effective programs and financial stability
- A) by attending a class at each school
- B) by doing a lot of online research
- C) by speaking to recent graduates
- D) by getting advice from her boss
- A) Its tuition fees are too expensive.
- B) Its relative standing is not yet known.
- C) Its timetable is unsuitable.
- D) Its certificates are of lower value.
- A) a quality team of highly experienced educators
- B) a program that guarantees employment upon completion
- C) a course schedule that fits with her personal life
- D) a curriculum based on marketing industry consultation
- A) The cost of tuition is quite high.
- B) The school has not opened yet.
- C) Its curriculum may be too traditional.
- D) Its reputation is not yet established.
- A) It’s the most suitable option.
- B) It’s the wrong program for her.
- C) It’s as good as the college course.
- D) It's scheduled at inconvenient times.
- A) Her husband’s advice was not very helpful.
- B) They also work in the marketing industry.
- C) She wants other outlooks on the programs.
- D) They have taken adult education programs.
- A) mistakes by the transit planner.
- B) a decrease in functioning buses.
- C) a big rise in transit ridership.
- D) the city's small transit budget.
Part 6 - Listening for Viewpoints
Audio 032 - Viewpoints Talk
On the agenda for yesterday's city council (group of people who make decisions for a town) meeting was yet another discussion of the public (all people in the community) transit dilemma. Over the past 15 years, this city has experienced a significant growth in population, a trend expected to continue well into the future. As a result of this growth, the public (all people in the community) transit system, designed with a much smaller population in mind, has been operating beyond its capacity. As an example, Thomas Finley commutes from Glenfield to downtown on a daily basis. While a year ago it took him 35 minutes to arrive at work by bus, the time frame today is more in the realm of 1 hour and 35 minutes. For Finley, this is unacceptable. He contends that the delays stem from an increase in public (all people in the community) transit users without a corresponding increase in the number of buses. The result, buses are often full to capacity and riders must wait long periods before one with space will stop for more passengers. As a solution, Finley has suggested doubling the number of buses in operation. However, transit planner Rita Cummings argues that this would only be a temporary fix. She insists that increasing the number of buses would lead to significantly more traffic, something which in the long run could cause both greater delays as well as an increase in air pollution. Instead, Cummings has proposed the construction of a subway system. Since Subways run underground, a large number of commuters can be moved without a corresponding increase in traffic. Consequently, Cummings feels that for growing cities, a subway system is almost always the most efficient (working well without wasting time) and environmentally sound choice. She noted that subways in Toronto and Montreal have successfully fulfilled their roles for decades, each now carrying more than a million passengers every day. In contrast, while city councelor Scott Dresden agrees a subway is a nice idea. He questions whether the need truly justifies the expense (money paid by someone). According to Dresden, the cost of developing a subway system could easily run into the billions. Although the city's population is growing, it is unlikely to ever reach the numbers to warrant such an expense (money paid by someone). As an alternative, Dresdon has suggested the purchase of modern, efficiently designed buses which have the capacity to carry double the number of passengers. This option (choice) Dresden erts would lead to neither an increase in traffic nor a breaking of the bank. In the days to come, council (group of people who make decisions for a town) will need to find a solution. Be it subway, bigger buses, or maintaining the status quo. It's election year, so it's anyone's guess what council (group of people who make decisions for a town) will do to curry favor.
- A) now takes a longer route.
- B) is often too full to get on.
- C) runs less frequently.
- D) gets stuck in traffic jams.
Part 6 - Listening for Viewpoints
Audio 032 - Viewpoints Talk
On the agenda for yesterday's city council (group of people who make decisions for a town) meeting was yet another discussion of the public (all people in the community) transit dilemma. Over the past 15 years, this city has experienced a significant growth in population, a trend expected to continue well into the future. As a result of this growth, the public (all people in the community) transit system, designed with a much smaller population in mind, has been operating beyond its capacity. As an example, Thomas Finley commutes from Glenfield to downtown on a daily basis. While a year ago it took him 35 minutes to arrive at work by bus, the time frame today is more in the realm of 1 hour and 35 minutes. For Finley, this is unacceptable. He contends that the delays stem from an increase in public (all people in the community) transit users without a corresponding increase in the number of buses. The result, buses are often full to capacity and riders must wait long periods before one with space will stop for more passengers. As a solution, Finley has suggested doubling the number of buses in operation. However, transit planner Rita Cummings argues that this would only be a temporary fix. She insists that increasing the number of buses would lead to significantly more traffic, something which in the long run could cause both greater delays as well as an increase in air pollution. Instead, Cummings has proposed the construction of a subway system. Since Subways run underground, a large number of commuters can be moved without a corresponding increase in traffic. Consequently, Cummings feels that for growing cities, a subway system is almost always the most efficient (working well without wasting time) and environmentally sound choice. She noted that subways in Toronto and Montreal have successfully fulfilled their roles for decades, each now carrying more than a million passengers every day. In contrast, while city councelor Scott Dresden agrees a subway is a nice idea. He questions whether the need truly justifies the expense (money paid by someone). According to Dresden, the cost of developing a subway system could easily run into the billions. Although the city's population is growing, it is unlikely to ever reach the numbers to warrant such an expense (money paid by someone). As an alternative, Dresdon has suggested the purchase of modern, efficiently designed buses which have the capacity to carry double the number of passengers. This option (choice) Dresden erts would lead to neither an increase in traffic nor a breaking of the bank. In the days to come, council (group of people who make decisions for a town) will need to find a solution. Be it subway, bigger buses, or maintaining the status quo. It's election year, so it's anyone's guess what council (group of people who make decisions for a town) will do to curry favor.
- A) an underground system is a long-term solution.
- B) increasing bus routes would improve efficiency.
- C) building a subway system is not worth the cost.
- D) large buses are more practical than subways.
Part 6 - Listening for Viewpoints
Audio 032 - Viewpoints Talk
On the agenda for yesterday's city council (group of people who make decisions for a town) meeting was yet another discussion of the public (all people in the community) transit dilemma. Over the past 15 years, this city has experienced a significant growth in population, a trend expected to continue well into the future. As a result of this growth, the public (all people in the community) transit system, designed with a much smaller population in mind, has been operating beyond its capacity. As an example, Thomas Finley commutes from Glenfield to downtown on a daily basis. While a year ago it took him 35 minutes to arrive at work by bus, the time frame today is more in the realm of 1 hour and 35 minutes. For Finley, this is unacceptable. He contends that the delays stem from an increase in public (all people in the community) transit users without a corresponding increase in the number of buses. The result, buses are often full to capacity and riders must wait long periods before one with space will stop for more passengers. As a solution, Finley has suggested doubling the number of buses in operation. However, transit planner Rita Cummings argues that this would only be a temporary fix. She insists that increasing the number of buses would lead to significantly more traffic, something which in the long run could cause both greater delays as well as an increase in air pollution. Instead, Cummings has proposed the construction of a subway system. Since Subways run underground, a large number of commuters can be moved without a corresponding increase in traffic. Consequently, Cummings feels that for growing cities, a subway system is almost always the most efficient (working well without wasting time) and environmentally sound choice. She noted that subways in Toronto and Montreal have successfully fulfilled their roles for decades, each now carrying more than a million passengers every day. In contrast, while city councelor Scott Dresden agrees a subway is a nice idea. He questions whether the need truly justifies the expense (money paid by someone). According to Dresden, the cost of developing a subway system could easily run into the billions. Although the city's population is growing, it is unlikely to ever reach the numbers to warrant such an expense (money paid by someone). As an alternative, Dresdon has suggested the purchase of modern, efficiently designed buses which have the capacity to carry double the number of passengers. This option (choice) Dresden erts would lead to neither an increase in traffic nor a breaking of the bank. In the days to come, council (group of people who make decisions for a town) will need to find a solution. Be it subway, bigger buses, or maintaining the status quo. It's election year, so it's anyone's guess what council (group of people who make decisions for a town) will do to curry favor.
- A) the situation can be fixed with larger buses.
- B) an environmental choice might be the cheapest.
- C) subways are a good choice for smaller urban areas.
- D) purchasing modern buses is a short-term solution.
Part 6 - Listening for Viewpoints
Audio 032 - Viewpoints Talk
On the agenda for yesterday's city council (group of people who make decisions for a town) meeting was yet another discussion of the public (all people in the community) transit dilemma. Over the past 15 years, this city has experienced a significant growth in population, a trend expected to continue well into the future. As a result of this growth, the public (all people in the community) transit system, designed with a much smaller population in mind, has been operating beyond its capacity. As an example, Thomas Finley commutes from Glenfield to downtown on a daily basis. While a year ago it took him 35 minutes to arrive at work by bus, the time frame today is more in the realm of 1 hour and 35 minutes. For Finley, this is unacceptable. He contends that the delays stem from an increase in public (all people in the community) transit users without a corresponding increase in the number of buses. The result, buses are often full to capacity and riders must wait long periods before one with space will stop for more passengers. As a solution, Finley has suggested doubling the number of buses in operation. However, transit planner Rita Cummings argues that this would only be a temporary fix. She insists that increasing the number of buses would lead to significantly more traffic, something which in the long run could cause both greater delays as well as an increase in air pollution. Instead, Cummings has proposed the construction of a subway system. Since Subways run underground, a large number of commuters can be moved without a corresponding increase in traffic. Consequently, Cummings feels that for growing cities, a subway system is almost always the most efficient (working well without wasting time) and environmentally sound choice. She noted that subways in Toronto and Montreal have successfully fulfilled their roles for decades, each now carrying more than a million passengers every day. In contrast, while city councelor Scott Dresden agrees a subway is a nice idea. He questions whether the need truly justifies the expense (money paid by someone). According to Dresden, the cost of developing a subway system could easily run into the billions. Although the city's population is growing, it is unlikely to ever reach the numbers to warrant such an expense (money paid by someone). As an alternative, Dresdon has suggested the purchase of modern, efficiently designed buses which have the capacity to carry double the number of passengers. This option (choice) Dresden erts would lead to neither an increase in traffic nor a breaking of the bank. In the days to come, council (group of people who make decisions for a town) will need to find a solution. Be it subway, bigger buses, or maintaining the status quo. It's election year, so it's anyone's guess what council (group of people who make decisions for a town) will do to curry favor.
- A) reducing the number of buses.
- B) limiting environmental impact.
- C) keeping costs to a minimum.
- D) carrying more passengers.
Part 6 - Listening for Viewpoints
Audio 032 - Viewpoints Talk
On the agenda for yesterday's city council (group of people who make decisions for a town) meeting was yet another discussion of the public (all people in the community) transit dilemma. Over the past 15 years, this city has experienced a significant growth in population, a trend expected to continue well into the future. As a result of this growth, the public (all people in the community) transit system, designed with a much smaller population in mind, has been operating beyond its capacity. As an example, Thomas Finley commutes from Glenfield to downtown on a daily basis. While a year ago it took him 35 minutes to arrive at work by bus, the time frame today is more in the realm of 1 hour and 35 minutes. For Finley, this is unacceptable. He contends that the delays stem from an increase in public (all people in the community) transit users without a corresponding increase in the number of buses. The result, buses are often full to capacity and riders must wait long periods before one with space will stop for more passengers. As a solution, Finley has suggested doubling the number of buses in operation. However, transit planner Rita Cummings argues that this would only be a temporary fix. She insists that increasing the number of buses would lead to significantly more traffic, something which in the long run could cause both greater delays as well as an increase in air pollution. Instead, Cummings has proposed the construction of a subway system. Since Subways run underground, a large number of commuters can be moved without a corresponding increase in traffic. Consequently, Cummings feels that for growing cities, a subway system is almost always the most efficient (working well without wasting time) and environmentally sound choice. She noted that subways in Toronto and Montreal have successfully fulfilled their roles for decades, each now carrying more than a million passengers every day. In contrast, while city councelor Scott Dresden agrees a subway is a nice idea. He questions whether the need truly justifies the expense (money paid by someone). According to Dresden, the cost of developing a subway system could easily run into the billions. Although the city's population is growing, it is unlikely to ever reach the numbers to warrant such an expense (money paid by someone). As an alternative, Dresdon has suggested the purchase of modern, efficiently designed buses which have the capacity to carry double the number of passengers. This option (choice) Dresden erts would lead to neither an increase in traffic nor a breaking of the bank. In the days to come, council (group of people who make decisions for a town) will need to find a solution. Be it subway, bigger buses, or maintaining the status quo. It's election year, so it's anyone's guess what council (group of people who make decisions for a town) will do to curry favor.
- A) implement a commuter bus service.
- B) hire a subway system planner.
- C) initiate a transportation study.
- D) raise taxes for transit changes.
Part 6 - Listening for Viewpoints
Audio 032 - Viewpoints Talk
On the agenda for yesterday's city council (group of people who make decisions for a town) meeting was yet another discussion of the public (all people in the community) transit dilemma. Over the past 15 years, this city has experienced a significant growth in population, a trend expected to continue well into the future. As a result of this growth, the public (all people in the community) transit system, designed with a much smaller population in mind, has been operating beyond its capacity. As an example, Thomas Finley commutes from Glenfield to downtown on a daily basis. While a year ago it took him 35 minutes to arrive at work by bus, the time frame today is more in the realm of 1 hour and 35 minutes. For Finley, this is unacceptable. He contends that the delays stem from an increase in public (all people in the community) transit users without a corresponding increase in the number of buses. The result, buses are often full to capacity and riders must wait long periods before one with space will stop for more passengers. As a solution, Finley has suggested doubling the number of buses in operation. However, transit planner Rita Cummings argues that this would only be a temporary fix. She insists that increasing the number of buses would lead to significantly more traffic, something which in the long run could cause both greater delays as well as an increase in air pollution. Instead, Cummings has proposed the construction of a subway system. Since Subways run underground, a large number of commuters can be moved without a corresponding increase in traffic. Consequently, Cummings feels that for growing cities, a subway system is almost always the most efficient (working well without wasting time) and environmentally sound choice. She noted that subways in Toronto and Montreal have successfully fulfilled their roles for decades, each now carrying more than a million passengers every day. In contrast, while city councelor Scott Dresden agrees a subway is a nice idea. He questions whether the need truly justifies the expense (money paid by someone). According to Dresden, the cost of developing a subway system could easily run into the billions. Although the city's population is growing, it is unlikely to ever reach the numbers to warrant such an expense (money paid by someone). As an alternative, Dresdon has suggested the purchase of modern, efficiently designed buses which have the capacity to carry double the number of passengers. This option (choice) Dresden erts would lead to neither an increase in traffic nor a breaking of the bank. In the days to come, council (group of people who make decisions for a town) will need to find a solution. Be it subway, bigger buses, or maintaining the status quo. It's election year, so it's anyone's guess what council (group of people who make decisions for a town) will do to curry favor.