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1. In this section of the test, you will have an opportunity to demonstrate your ability to understand conversations and talks in English. There are three parts to this section with special directions for each part. Answer all the questions on the basis of what is stated or implied by the speakers in this test. Do not turn the pages until you are told to do so.

Part A

Directions: In Part A, you will hear short conversations between two people. After each conversation, you will hear a question about the conversation. The conversations and the questions will not be repeated. After you hear a question, read the possible answers in your test book and choose the best answer. Then, on your answer sheet, find the number of the question and fill in the space that corresponds to the letter of the answer you have chosen.

Here is an example.

On the recording, you hear:

In your test page, you read:

What does the man mean?

(A)  He does not like the painting either.

(B)  He does not know how to paint.

(C)  He does not have any paintings.

(D)  He does not know what to do.

You learn from the conversation that neither the man nor the woman likes the painting. The best answer to the question “What does the man mean?” is (A), “He does not like the painting either.” Therefore, the correct choice is (A).

Part B

Directions: In this part of the test, you will hear longer conversations. After each conversation, you will hear several questions. The conversations and questions will not be repeated.

After you hear a question, read the possible answers in your test book and choose the best answer. Then, on your answer sheet, find the number of the question and fill in the space that corresponds to the letter of the answer you have chosen.

Part C

Directions: In this part of the test, you will hear several short talks. After each talk, you will hear some questions. The talks and the questions will not be repeated.

After you hear a question, read the possible answers in your test book and choose the best answer. Then, on your answer sheet, find the number of the question and fill in the space that corresponds to the letter of the answer you have chosen.

Here is an example.

On the recording, you hear:

In your test page, you read:  

What is the main purpose of the program?

(A)  To demonstrate the latest use of computer graphics

(B)  To discuss the possibility of an economic depression

(C)  To explain the workings of the brain

(D)  To dramatize a famous mystery story

The best answer to the question “What is the main purpose of the program?” is (C), “To explain the workings of the brain.” Therefore, the correct choice is (C).

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Now listen to another sample question.

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In your test page, you read:

Why does the professor recommend watching the program?

(A) It is required of all science majors.

(B) It will feature the professor’s research.

(C) It can help viewers improve their memory skills.

(D) It will help with course work.

The best answer to the question “Why does the professor recommend watching the program?” is (D), “It will help with course work.” Therefore, the correct choice is (D).

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