Practice test English

de whether Alison or Brian is more reliable?
a) I’ve never known Alison to miss a deadline or forget to do something.
b) You can always rely on someone to help out.
c) Why don’t you relay the message to them.
39/ B
How are we going to handle this problem without upsetting everyone?
a) Turn the handle to the right.
b) I have no idea. This is such a mess.
c) It wasn’t my fault.
40/ B
When can I talk to you about the budget?
a) I’m so bad with finances.
b) Drop by my office this afternoon.
c) I’m in a meeting, so I can’t talk.
PRACTICE TEST 5
Directions: You will hear a question or statement and the 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. 
11/ A
Can we schedule the meeting for a later time?
a) No, I have to leave by 4:00.
b) No, I had already left. 
c) He is never on time.
12/ C
Where’s the newspaper?
a) In the refrigerator.
b) On the corner of 6th and Carlyle. 
c) On the table in the break room.
13/ C
Now that we have more employees, do you think we should rearrange the staff room?
a) Yes, I rearranged my room last week.
b) Yes, we need to add more desks. 
c) Not, according to my estimates.
14/ A
Is that the final item of business?
a) No, Mr. Curds has one more thing.
b) Mr. Curds has an excellent business. 
c) Yes, I would like to buy that item.
15/ C
Where are they holding the conference this year?
a) They never go to the conferences.
b) Las Vegas is the place to go. 
c) San Francisco.
16/ A
Why was he upset?
a) Because he lost his wallet.
b) It was quite an upset. 
c) Oh, I never get upset.
17/ B
Who was that on the phone?
a) I need directions to the stadium.
b) It was my accountant. 
c) Our telephone rarely rings.
18/ A
How often do you run a virus check on your computer?
a) Not as often as I should.
b) Yes, I believe it is good four your health. 
c) Lat week, there was an out break.
19/ B
I think we should buy a new computer system.
a) I bought a new stereo system last year.
b) That’s a very good idea. 
c) Technology is always developing.
20/ A
Is there gas in the car?
a) About three quarters of tank.
b) The car is in the garage. 
c) I don’t like the smell of gas.
21/ A
Did you finish that report?
a) Here it is, ready to be copied.
b) I finish work at 5:00. 
c) You must report to the supervisor.
22/ C
Would you please call me as soon as the shipment arrives?
a) I called about shipment last week.
b) I can’t wait for that call. 
c) Yes, it’s supposed to arrive within the hour.
23/ A
Where have you been all morning?
a) I was in a meeting.
b) No, I haven’t been there yet. 
c) It’s about time.
24/ A
Will you be coming by bus or by train?
a) Um, actually, I’m thinking of flying.
b) The bus was late again. 
c) Where’s the station?
25/ C
You’re late. Was the traffic bad?
a) Light traffic is expected in the early morning and late afternoon.
b) Yes, I felt terrible today. 
c) Yes, it was terrible.
26/ B
How long do you expect to stay here?
a) For the past year.
b) For at least one year. 
c) I’m sorry, I can’t stay long.
27/ B
What you think of the new manager?
a) I haven’t thought about him in years.
b) She seems very competent and kind. 
c) I think the new building is badly designed.
28/ A
Can you pick me up at the airport tomorrow at 5:30?
a) Yes, that’s no problem.
b) He already left. 
c) Take exit 70 off Highway 15 and you can’t miss the airport.
29/ A
The meeting was short, wasn’t it?
a) Yes, I expected it to be longer.
b) He isn’t too short. 
c) I can’t make it to the meeting.
30/ B
When do you leave?
a) Last year.
b) In five weeks. 
c) For about two hours.
31/ A
Oh no! The cable isn’t strong enough.
a) That’s ok. There’s an extension cord under the table.
b) I never have long enough. 
c) That was lucky.
32/ C
I’d like to pay by credit card.
a) It’s a gold card.
b) If you lose your credit card, report it immediately. 
c) Certainly, sir. If I could just see some identifications?
33/ A
When do we need to let them know?
a) By Friday at the latest.
b) I’ll let them know.
c) I didn’t know.
34/ A
Why are you so reluctant to delegate tasks?
a) Because I can never explain what I want to others.
b) There’s a delegation from the Ministry of finance. 
c) I have so many tasks to complete.
35/ B
Who told you about the job opening in the sales department?
a) I’m going to apply.
b) To be honest, I don’t really remember. 
c) There are closing the department.
36/ A
Why haven’t you mailed all those catalogs yet?
a) I’m going to do it on the way to the bank.
b) The mail is usually delivered in the morning. 
c) I don’t get much mail these days.
37/ B
When does Antonio usually get here?
a) He’s not here yet.
b) He’s usually at his desk by 8:30. 
c) The financial forecast for this quarter is not looking good.
38/ B
How many people attended the meeting yesterday?
a) It was yesterday afternoon.
b) There must have been at least 50 people there. 
c) I forgot to bring the agenda.
39/ C
What am I going to tell her when she arrives?
a) I wouldn’t tell her.
b) It’s a great idea. 
c) I don’t know, but I’m glad I’m not in your shoes.
40/ B
Which button do I press to send the fax?
a) I lost a button on my jacket.
b) Press the big red one. 
c) It’s not a fax.
PRACTICE TEST 6
Directions: You will hear a question or statement and the 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. 
11/ C
Is it possible to finish this by noon?
a) We can begin at 9 a.m.
b) No, we aren’t. 
c) We might be able to.
12/ B
How long have you been waiting?
a) Until tomorrow.
b) For half an hour. 
c) Next week.
13/ C
Where did she read the minutes?
a) She went home.
b) She didn’t go there. 
c) She left the office at 6 p.m.
14/ A
When did she read the minutes?
a) This morning.
b) When she can. 
c) She can’t read it right now.
15/ A
Is your schedule the same as last month’s?
a) No, I start at 8 p.m. instead of 9 a.m.
b) Everything is on schedule. 
c) No, I’m late.
16/ B
How do you plan to deliver the manuscript on time?
a) When it gets there.
b) By air courier. 
c) Right now.
17/ B
Have we been here before?
a) No, we can’t.
b) Yes, twice already. 
c) Yes, after 2 p.m.
18/ A
When is flight 1126 scheduled to arrive?
a) I’m not sure. Let me check.
b) At gate 12. 
c) It’s a seven-hour flight.
19/ C
How much is it?
a) Twelve Ounces.
b) One dozens. 
c) Eight dollars.
20/ B
Were the pictures delivered yesterday?
a) Yes, they need to be mailed.
b) Yes, they came yesterday afternoon. 
c) Yes, they’ll be delivered.
21/ B
When are we going to start subscribing to the magazine?
a) Yes, I’m going to start receiving it next month.
b) We’ll get our first issue next month. 
c) Yes, I have already written the article.
22/ C
Have you gone over the report yet?
a) Yes, my boss will give it to me tomorrow.
b) Yes, I wrote it yesterday. 
c) Yes, I’ve read it.
23/ C
What is causing the delay?
a) By at least three hours.
b) Eight o’clock this morning. 
c) I think he’s having car trouble.
24/ A
Would you like this sent by express or regular mail?
a) Express, please. It has to arrive as quickly as possible.
b) Yes, I’m in a hurry. 
c) No, thanks. I have one.
25/ B
Do you want me to help you with those packages?
a) No, the large ones are mine.
b) No, I can handle them myself.
c) No, I bought them.
26/ B
What do you think about his offer?
a) Yes, I did.
b) I’m for it. 
c) I’d love to make an offer.
27/ B
 Where has Edison been moved to?
a) It won’t move.
b) He’s based in the Hong Kong office now. 
c) The removal truck is out side.
28/ C
Would you like a tour of the area?
a) The tour will cost five dollars.
b) The area is beautiful. 
c) That sounds interesting.
29/ A
What is Andy’s extension number?
a) I think it’s number four.
b) I can’t. I’m busy right now. 
c) Sorry, I’m going downstairs anyway.
30/ A
Information Services. Operator speaking. How many I help you?
a) I’d like a phone number, please.
b) Why did you call?
c) Someone is on the line.
31/ B
I’ve been on hold for nearly ten minutes.
a) Hold on.
b) I’d call back later if I were you. 
c) I’ll hold it if you like.
32/ A
What’s the quickest way to City Hall?
a) It’s only takes five minutes by taxi.
b) It took over seven years to complete City Hall. 
c) I went there an hour ago.
33/ A
When is the deadline for applications?
a) It’s almost time.
b) I hate waiting in line.
c) I think it’s the 10.
34/ A
I don’t know whether I should call or just send an email.
a) I’d send an email. It’s a lot quicker.
b) I don’t get much email. 
c) I don’t think that’s the right decision.
35/ B
The printer is out of ink.
a) Don’t be in such a hurry all the time.
b) Try shaking the cartridge. There might be a little left. 
c) That’ll be a difficult stain to remove.
36/ A
Who authorized this order?
a) I did. Is there a problem?
b) I’ll call the authorities. 
c) They’ll be a difficult stain to remove.
37/ A
Why are there so many people in the lobby?
a) They are here for a seminar at three o’clock.
b) The lobby is far too small. 
c) It’s good to see so many people.
38/ A
What’s the name of that discount bookstore?
a) I’m not sure which store you mean.
b) They are giving a 20% discount. 
c) It’s on the corner of 71st Street and 9th Avenue.
39/ B
Where did they hold the conference last year?
a) They hold a conference every year.
b) At the State Convention Center. 
c) Yes, I know they did.
40/ C
When is Antonia leaving?
a) It’s four o’clock.
b) She’s still in her office. 
c) She’ll be here until the 23rd.