Section A
11.
M: Oh my god! The heat is simply unbearable here. I wish weve gone to the beach instead。
W: Well, with the museums and restaurants in Washington Ill be happy here no matter what the temperature。
Q:What does the woman mean?
12.
M: Hows the new job going?
W: Well, Im learning a lot of new things, but I wish the director would give me some feedback。
Q:What does the woman want to know?
13.
M: Can you help me work out a physical training program John?
W: Sure, but whatever you do be careful not to overdo it. Last time I had two weeks worth of weight-lifting in three days and I hurt myself。
Q: What does the man suggest the woman do?
14.
M: I have an elderly mother and Im worried about her going on a plane. Is there any risk?
W: Not if her heart is all right. If she has a heart condition, Id recommend against it。
Q: What does the man want to know about his mother?
15.
M: Why didnt you stop when we first signaled you at the crossroads?
W: Sorry, I was just a bit absent-minded. Anyway, do I have to pay a fine?
Q: what do we learn from the conversation?
16.
M: Im no expert, but that noise in your refrigerator doesnt sound right. Maybe you should have it fixed。
W: Youre right. And I suppose Ive put it off long enough。
Q: What will the woman probably do?
17.
M: I did extremely well on the sale of my downtown apartment. Now, I have enough money to buy that piece of land Ive had my eye on and build a house on it。
W: Congratulations!Does that mean youll be moving soon?
Q: What do we learn about the man from the conversation?