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WorksheetsListening Comprehension Practice: Questions 32-43
Total questions: 124
Worksheet time: 1hrs 2mins
Where does the conversation take place?
in a supermarket.
in a lost and found department.
in a police station.
in a post office.
What problem does the woman mention?
She cannot find her cell phone.
A package was damaged.
There is a 30-minute delay.
She dialed the wrong number.
What will the man most likely do next?
Mail a package
Confirm an address
Return a phone call
Go and collect an item
What are the speakers mainly discussing?
Construction projects
Work schedules
Radio shows
Travel plans
What is the woman concerned about?
An evening class
A problem with a delivery
Some flight arrangements
Her work schedule
What does the woman decide to do?
Leave work early
Go home later
Wait until tomorrow
Finish a report
What does the woman say is most important?
Size
Shape
Brand
Weight
What does the man offer to do?
Look in the stockroom
Find something suitable
Get someone who can help
Show what is available
Where does this conversation take place?
At a train station
At a taxi stand
At a bus depot
At a ferry terminal
How long does the trip to Denver usually take?
Seven hours
Six hours
Five and a half hours
Two hours
What does the woman ask the man to do?
Take a break
Check the time
Load her bag carefully
Return her ticket
Where is the woman?
In a business center
In an internet café
At a hotel reception desk
In a hotel room
What problem does the woman mention?
She has to leave in half an hour.
She cannot access the internet.
Her laptop does not work.
Her credit card bill is incorrect.
What does the man say about the business center?
It's available for a fee.
It is sometimes very busy
It has limited internet access
It should be open shortly.
Where does the man most likely work?
At a car rental agency
At a garage
At a parking lot
At a gas station
What information does the woman request?
An address
A contact number
An estimate
A completion date
What does the man promise to do?
Prepare all the documentation
Call the woman back soon
Speak to customer service
Ask a coworker to contact the woman
Where does the conversation take place?
In a cafeteria
In a visitor center
In an office building
In a library
What is the man's concern?
He is not good with figures.
He has lost a map.
He is unfamilar with the place
He cannot find the elevator
Where is the woman?
In a hotel room
In a business center
In an internet café
At a hotel reception desk
What problem does the woman mention?
She cannot access the internet
Her laptop does not work
Her credit card bill is incorrect
She has to leave in half an hour
What does the man say about the business center?
It’s available for a fee
It is sometimes very busy
It has limited internet access
It should be open shortly
Where does the man most likely work?
At a car rental agency
At a garage
At a parking lot
At a gas station
What information does the woman request?
An address
A completion date
An estimate
A contact number
What does the man promise to do?
Call the woman back soon
Speak to customer service
Prepare all the documentation
Ask a coworker to contact the woman
What is the man’s concern?
He is not good with figures
He has lost a map
He cannot find the elevator
He is unfamiliar with the place
What does the woman offer to do?
Find someone to help him
Introduce him to some coworkers
Buy him something to eat
Show him around the area
What is the purpose of the man’s call?
To buy him something to eat
To ask about availability
To confirm a booking
To request a brochure
What is the starting date for the course?
May 6
May 7
May 20
May 21
Why is the woman surprised?
The fee has increased
The course is normally fully booked
The instructor is new
The course has been canceled
What does the woman offer to do?
Buy him something to eat
Introduce him to some coworkers
Show him around the area
Find someone to help him
What is the purpose of the man’s call?
To confirm a booking
To request a brochure
To ask about availability
Buy him something to eat
Why is the woman surprised?
The course is normally fully booked
The course has been canceled
The instructor is new
The fee has increased
What is the reason for the women's trip?
They are traveling for pleasure
They are attending a wedding
They are visiting relatives
They have a business meeting
Why does the man say, "Why not"?
He thinks it is a good idea
He cannot understand the point
He would like an explanation
He disagrees with the women
What can be inferred about the women?
They need more time to decide
They may have to cancel the trip
They want to change their hotel
They like the man’s suggestion
Why is the woman calling?
To apply for a job vacancy
To make an inquiry
To arrange a delivery
To make a complaint
Why does the woman say, "What?"?
She didn't hear correctly
She doesn't believe the man
She is surprised by the news
She disagrees strongly
According to the woman, what should Mr. Whitehouse do?
Call back tomorrow
Leave a message
Contact the supplier
Get in touch quickly
What sort of event is the man organizing?
A training seminar
A formal dinner
A recruitment event
A board meeting
Look at the graphic. Which meeting room is most suitable for the man's requirements?
The Oakwood Room
The Ballroom
The Phoenix Room
The Boardroom
What will the woman do later today?
Send more details
Telephone the man
Speak to a colleague
Book a vacation
Where does this conversation take place?
A travel agency
A botanical garden
A tourist office
An art museum
Look at the graphic. What can be inferred about the man?
He is a senior citizen
He is a college student
He lives in Illinois
He has not brought any ID
What will the man do next?
Take the elevator
Look for the cafeteria
Go to the restroom
Make a purchase
Which movie won four awards?
Bells and Blessings
Starburst Mission
A for Affordable
Zombies Strike Back
What does the woman mean when she says, "Are you serious?"
She thinks the man looks depressed
She thinks the man is offended
She wonders how the man is feeling
She dislikes the man's suggestion
Look at the graphic. On which screen will their movie be shown?
Screen 3
Screen 4
Screen 1
Screen 2
What are passengers for Jamaica Station told to do?
Wait for further information
Change at Broadway
Catch the train from Platform 1
Go to a different platform
What does the speaker advise passengers to do?
Make sure they have a ticket
Check their belongings are safe
Wait in line on the platform
Go to the mezzanine level
Which service is delayed?
Trains to Penn Station
Trains to Times Square
The Central Line service
The Hudson Line service
Who is making the announcement?
A flight attendant
A flight engineer
A ground crew member
An airline pilot
Why is there a delay in departing?
The weather conditions are poor
There is a technical problem
The cargo doors are open
Some passengers are missing
How long will the flight take?
6 hours 30 minutes
3 hours 15 minutes
4 hours 30 minutes
5 hours 15 minutes
What is the purpose of the Recyc-a-bike program?
To raise money for charity
To create work for young people
To help disadvantaged families
To publicize local businesses
What will happen to the bicycles?
They will be destroyed
They will be sold
They will be replaced
They will be renovated
Where can listeners hand in their unwanted bicycles?
At any recycling center
At the Sky Youth Project office
At the local radio station
At Jo's Bike Center
Why would a caller hear this message?
The company's telephone line is out of service
The office is closed
No one is available to take the call
The telephone number has changed
What are callers advised to do to avoid a long wait?
Get in touch by e-mail
Leave a voice message
Go to the company's website
Call at a different time of day
Which number should you choose if your phone is not working?
2
1
3
4
Why did Mr. Weston contact the Travel Card Office?
His travel card was not working properly.
He wanted to apply for a travel card.
He needed information about the plan.
His travel card needed renewing.
What does the speaker apologize for?
The fact that Mr. Weston has to visit the office
The delay in responding to Mr. Weston's call
The behavior of a member of staff
The problems Mr. Weston has had with his card
What should Mr. Weston do now?
Contact a different department
Visit the office right away
Call and make an appointment
Send his travel card in the mail
Who is the speaker?
A hotel employee
A radio presenter
A consumer expert
A radio listener
What problem does the man mention?
Money was taken from his account.
His bank canceled his credit.
He was overcharged for a vacation.
His credit card was stolen recently.
Why is the man not satisfied?
The problem has not been resolved.
He was not able to contact the bank.
The problem cost him time and money.
He did not receive an apology.
Who can get an additional 10 percent discount?
Shoppers over the age of 60
Customers from abroad
Anyone with a store card
Relatives of employees
Which of these items has the biggest reduction?
Stationery
Kitchen gadgets
Office chairs
Cookware
Who is the intended audience for this talk?
Call center staff
Bank customers
Job seekers
Security guards
When are the employees usually busiest?
On weekends
During the day
At night
In the early evening
What will listeners do next?
Speak to customers
Ask some questions
Watch a video
Complete a form
Who is the speaker addressing?
Restaurant staff
College students
Aspiring business owners
Franchise owners
What does the speaker imply when she says “running a franchise is certainly not for the faint-hearted”?
Franchisees should not get discouraged easily.
Franchisees should be in good health.
Franchisees should be kind and generous.
Franchisees should be totally honest.
Look at the graphic. Who will speak at 1:45?
Ms. Conway
Mr. Muller
Ms. Chen
Mr. Lamb
When is this talk taking place?
At the end of a tour
During a bus sightseeing tour
After dinner in a hotel
At the start of a day trip
What is one advantage of taking a walking tour?
The guides are all architects.
Participants can go inside buildings.
It is cheaper than a bus tour.
Lunch is included in the price.
More than 14,000 people took ____ the annual fundraising event, with all money raised being donated to the charity "Save the Children."
interest
place
part
care
Alison has just completed a research project in India, ____ a government travel scholarship that she was awarded last summer.
based on
on condition
thanks to
as regards
131.
receive
take
allow
accept
132.
We look forward to meeting you.
Online bookings are heavily discounted.
Your feedback is very important to us.
We hope you enjoyed your stay.
133.
through
thorough
throughout
thoroughly
134.
will consider
considered
had considered
considering
135.
This is an important notice to all our valued customers.
Thank you for participating in this safety drill.
Guidelines for extinguishing fires on the premises.
We take responsibility for the safety of our employees very seriously.
136.
used
well known
familiar
informed
138.
investigate
estimate
require
inquire
139.
workstation
workforce
worker
workplace
141.
earlier
before
Sooner
prior
142.
lose
losing
to lose
lost
144.
distinction
discrimination
discretion
discernment
145.
If
However
When
Should
146.
dismissed
dismissing
to dismiss
dismiss
How often is BusinessGlobe published?
Annually
Monthly
Daily
Weekly
Which type of event would BusinessGlobe most likely NOT cover?
A presidential election
An art exhibition
A baseball game
An economics forum
Which retailer performed best in both the laptop and the desktop PC challenge? (A) Computerlane (B) BestPC
Top Deal
Star Electronics
How soon do customers need to return an ____?
Within two weeks
Within two month
At any time
Immediately
According to the article, what percentage of men work a flexible schedule? (A) 27.6 percent (B) 28.5 percent
29.2 percent
28.9 percent
What is indicated in the article?
More managers work flextime than junior employees.
Roughly equal numbers of junior and senior staff work flextime.
Flextime workers are far more likely to have children than non-flextime workers.
There are more flextime workers in the US than any other country.
How often is BusinessGlobe published?
Annually
Monthly
Weekly
Daily
Which type of event would BusinessGlobe most likely NOT cover?
An economics forum
An art exhibition
A baseball game
A presidential election
What does Mr. Steinway advise readers with computer problems to do first?
Use a recommended repairer
Contact the manufacturer
Check SpendSure's advice online
Go to a local retailer
What is indicated about computer repair staff at the big-name retailers?
They are unable to replace some parts.
They can often make problems worse.
They take a long time to carry out repairs.
They may lack the necessary knowledge.
How soon do customers need to return an ______?
Within two weeks
Immediately
At any time
Within two month
What should be included in the package together with the returned item?
A check for the cost of shipping
A completed return form
A certificate of mailing
The return address label
What advantage do customers ordering a replacement item receive?
An order summary
A discount
Free shipping
Quicker service
According to the article, what percentage of men work a flexible schedule? (A) 27.6 percent (B) 28.5 percent
28.9 percent
29.2 percent
What is indicated in the article?
There are more flextime workers in the US than any other country.
Flextime workers are far more likely to have children than non-flextime workers.
Roughly equal numbers of junior and senior staff work flextime.
More managers work flextime than junior employees.
Who is trying to promote a product?
Gabs
Sandstorm
Tim04
Jacko
On Jan 21, what does Arcanet mean when he writes, "You can't be too careful,"?
He thinks Tim04 is being reckless.
He believes the forum is compromised.
He worries that Tim04 has made a mistake.
He wants Tim04 to exercise caution.
What part of the contract does management want to change?
The number of weeks of paid employment per year
The number of hours of paid employment per day
The annual vacation allowance
The hourly rate of payment
What is the General Manager's main concern about the center?
It may not be able to pay its employees.
It needs more money to buy new equipment.
It is no longer popular with young people.
It is becoming too expensive for most regular users.
Where was this document most likely published?
In a newspaper
On a website
In a magazine
In a journal
What are authors NOT required to include in their submission?
The registration fee
Their e-mail address
The subject group
Their name
The word "alleviate" in paragraph 2, line 4, is closest in meaning to
avoid
lessen
compare
analyze
What is suggested about Ms. Cheung?
She is a regular customer of JourneyPlus.
She recently visited a JourneyPlus branch.
She is a tourist on vacation in Hong Kong.
She works in the travel industry.
What was NOT included with the letter? (A) Insurance policy details (B) A JourneyPlus brochure
A receipt for the deposit
A provisional itinerary
What is indicated in the letter?
Full payment for the trip is now due.
The travel arrangements are unconfirmed.
There is an extra charge for using a credi card.
JourneyPlus cannot make hotel bookings.
What document is included with this letter?
A travel itinerary
A consent form
A medical leaflet
An appointment card
Why is only one person allowed to accompany each patient?
To comply with security regulations
To avoid overcrowding in the Unit
To reduce the risk of infection
To prevent any delays
What is indicated in the letter?
JourneyPlus cannot make hotel bookings.
There is an extra charge for using a credit card.
The travel arrangements are unconfirmed.
Full payment for the trip is now due.
What document is included with this letter?
An appointment card
A medical leaflet
A consent form
A travel itinerary
Why is only one person allowed to accompany each patient?
To comply with security regulations
To reduce the risk of infection
To avoid overcrowding in the Unit
To prevent any delays
In which position marked [1], (2), (3), and [4] does the following sentence best belong? "The elevators are located near the main entrance."
[4]
[2]
[3]
[1]
What penalty is mentioned for patients that miss their appointment?
They will not be allowed to bring a visitor.
They will lose their place on the hospital's waiting list.
They will have to pay a fine.
They will be removed from their doctor's list of patients.
Who would be most interested in this notice?
Bus maintenance crews
Regular bus users
Tour operators
Price Transit employees
