Section A

1. M: Is flight 508 ready for boarding now?
W: I regret to tell you that it has been delayed. This flight will not depart until 10:40. I am sorry for the inconveniences we have brought you.
Q: Where does the conversation most probably take place?

2. W: Mike, Jenny and I are planning to go swimming at the beach after class. Would you like to go with us?
M: I'd love to, but I have to finish my economics paper today, for Professor Green has told me to hand it in as soon as possible.
Q: What will the man probably do?

3. M: Would you please help me prepare some food and drinks for tomorrow¬ðs family reunion?
W: Why not? Let's be careful not to overdo it though. Last time we had enough for two such parties.
Q: What does the woman mean?

4. W: Hello. I am calling to remind you of your 3:15 appointment with Dr. Smith today.
M: Thank you so much for calling. I always thought it was 3:15 tomorrow.
Q: What does the man mean?

5. M: Congratulations! You have got the highest mark of the whole class. You must have been working hard for a long time.
W: You must be thinking of someone else. I'm still waiting for my grades.
Q: What does the woman mean?

6. W: I'm taking my roommate for her birthday night-you know, to that new Italian restaurant.
M: You can't go like that. You'd better change.
Q: What does the man suggest the woman do?

7. M: This is a postcard from Jacky. He is in Venice. What a beautiful place!
W: Oh, so he finally has got time for a holiday.
Q: What does the woman imply about Jacky?

8. W: Can you go to the cinema with me this weekend, or do you have to prepare for your examination?
M: There is still a lot to do¡­but maybe a break is also quite necessary.
Q: What will the man probably do?

9. M: I'm going out to pick up a hamburger. Can I get you something?
W: Oh, I have eaten too much at lunch. The yogurt I brought with me will be enough. But thank you all the same.
Q: What will the woman probably do?

10. M: What have they decided to call the hotel?
W: No one's come up with anything yet.
Q: What does the woman say about the hotel?