Part I Listening Comprehension (20 minutes)

Section A

Directions: In this section, you will hear 10 short conversations. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. Both the conversation and the question will be spoken only once. After each question there will be a pause. During the pause, you must read the four choices marked A), B), C) and D), and decide which is the best answer. Then mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.

Example: You will hear:
W: Excuse me, can you tell me the way to the post office?
M: Yes, go straight ahead for two blocks, and then turn left. It's on your right.

Question: Where is the post office?
You will read: A) Next to the woman's house.
B) On the right of the woman's house.
C) Two blocks away from the woman's house.
D) In front of the woman's house.

From the conversation, we know that the post office is two blocks away from the woman's house. So C) "Two blocks away from the woman's house." is the correct answer. Therefore, the answer is (C).

Now the test will begin.

Conversation 1
W: Do you know where I can buy a good camera?
M: There's a camera store just around the corner. They have a wide selection of cameras.

Question: What does the man suggest the woman do?
Conversation 2
W: Excuse me, is this seat taken?
M: No, it's not. You can sit here if you like.

Question: What does the man mean?
Conversation 3
W: Do you want to go to the concert with me tonight?
M: I'd love to, but I have to work late tonight.

Question: What does the man mean?
Conversation 4
W: Can you help me with my math homework?
M: Sure. I'm pretty good at math. What do you need help with?

Question: What does the man offer to do?
Conversation 5
W: Can you believe it's been raining for a whole week?
M: Yeah, it's been pretty depressing.

Question: What does the man think of the weather?
Conversation 6
W: I'm thinking of taking a yoga class. Do you know of any good places?
M: Yeah, there's a great yoga studio downtown. I can give you the address if you want.

Question: What does the man offer to do?
Conversation 7
W: I'm really nervous about giving my presentation tomorrow.
M: Don't worry. You'll do great. Just remember to take deep breaths and speak slowly.

Question: What does the man suggest the woman do?
Conversation 8
W: I'm looking for a new book to read. Do you have any suggestions?
M: Have you read "To Kill a Mockingbird"? It's a classic.

Question: What does the man suggest the woman read?
Conversation 9
W: Can you believe it's already December?
M: I know. This year has gone by so fast.

Question: What does the man think of the year?
Conversation 10
W: I'm having trouble with my computer. Can you take a look at it?
M: Sorry, I'm not very good with computers. Maybe you should take it to a repair shop.

Question: What does the man suggest the woman do?

Section B

Directions: In this section, you will hear 3 short passages. At the end of each passage, you will hear some questions. Both the passage and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A), B), C) and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.

Passage One
When you're traveling, it's always a good idea to be prepared for any situation. You never know what might happen, and it's better to be safe than sorry. Here are some tips for staying safe while traveling. First, always keep your valuables with you. Don't leave them in your hotel room or in your car. Second, be aware of your surroundings. If you're in an unfamiliar area, stay alert and keep an eye out for anything suspicious. Finally, make sure you have a plan in case of an emergency. Know where the nearest hospital is and have a list of emergency contacts.

Questions:
11. What is the speaker's main point?
12. What should you do with your valuables when you're traveling?
13. What should you do if you're in an unfamiliar area?

Passage Two
The internet has changed the way we live our lives in many ways. One of the biggest changes has been the way we communicate. With email, social media, and instant messaging, it's easier than ever to stay in touch with friends and family no matter where they are. But there are also some downsides to this constant connectivity. For example, it can be hard to disconnect and take a break from work or social media. It's important to find a balance and make time for offline activities as well.

Questions:
14. What has been one of the biggest changes caused by the internet?
15. What are some of the ways we can communicate online?
16. What is one downside to constant connectivity?

Passage Three
The human brain is an amazing organ. It's responsible for everything we think, feel, and do. But how much do we really know about the brain? Scientists are still learning new things every day. For example, did you know that the brain can change and adapt throughout our lives? This is called neuroplasticity. It means that we can train our brains to be better at certain tasks, like playing a musical instrument or learning a new language. And the more we use our brains, the better they get.

Questions:
17. What is the human brain responsible for?
18. What is neuroplasticity?
19. What are some things we can do to improve our brains?