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PART 1 – Photographs 7. They’re looking at the clock on the wall./They’re looking at the
clock on the wall.
8. He’s holding a report in his right hand./He’s holding a support in
Try It Out p3 Track 1 his right hand.
1. [M-Au]
(A) He’s repairing some equipment. Exercise D Track 5 [F-Am]
(B) He’s standing near the wall. 1. The man is weighing glasses. 2. He’s looking at the monitor in front
(C) He’s inspecting a fire extinguisher. of him. 3. There’s a rock on the wall. 4. The ceiling lights are on.
(D) He’s fallen to the floor. 5. The man is wearing a white skirt. 6. There’s a picture by the floor.
3. [F-Am]
Mini Test – Incorrect Interpretations p13 Track 12 (A) The inspectors are attending a meeting.
1. [M-Br] (B) The passengers are waiting for tickets.
(A) The tourists are sunbathing near the water. (C) The shoppers are browsing in a store.
(B) The boats are sailing out to sea. (D) The travelers are going on vacation.
(C) The nets are piled up on the shore.
(D) The men are fishing on their boats. 4. [M-Am]
(A) The woman is working in her office.
2. [F-Am] (B) The newspaper is lying on the carpet.
(A) She’s writing a note on the board. (C) The tables have been stacked near the window.
(B) She’s putting the information in order. (D) The room is very clean and neat.
(C) She’s filing a large report.
(D) She’s reading notices on the wall. 5. [M-Br]
(A) The man is looking up at the ladder.
3. [M-Am] (B) Glass panes are being fitted in the windows.
(A) He’s measuring a picture with a ruler. (C) The ladder is resting against the building.
(B) He’s drawing a pattern on the table. (D) The construction worker is standing on the roof.
(C) He’s hanging the print on a wall.
(D) He’s booking a table for dinner. 6. [F-Cn]
(A) The tourists are lying in the sun.
Steps to Success p14 (B) The lounge chairs have been arranged in rows.
(C) The umbrellas are propped up against the building.
Practice 1 Track 13 [F-Br] (D) The beach is crowded with swimmers.
(A) The waitress is serving food to the customers.
(B) There are several dishes on the table. 7. [F-Am]
(C) The women are helping themselves to some food. (A) The hole has been filled with chemicals.
(D) They’re ordering a meal in a restaurant. (B) The bags have been loaded in the container.
(C) The shovel is lying on the floor.
Practice 2 Track 14 [M-Au] (D) The plant is in front of the window.
(A) The pictures are hanging on the walls.
(B) The men are packing away the equipment. 8. [M-Am]
(C) The delegates are having a meeting. (A) They’re shopping at a market stall.
(D) The businessmen are leaving the office. (B) They’re waiting in line outside the store.
(C) They’re calculating the profit from their sales.
Practice 3 Track 15 [F-Am] (D) They’re carrying their goods to the market.
(A) The students are giving the teacher a present.
(B) The computer store is crowded with customers. 9. [M-Au]
(C) The presenter is standing behind his desk. (A) Two women are seated across from each other.
(D) The workers are having lunch at their desks. (B) Some papers have been pinned to the desks.
(C) All of the computers are currently being used.
Practice 4 Track 16 [M-Cn] (D) The office workers are attending a presentation.
(A) The files are stacked above the bulletin board.
(B) The filing cabinet is between a chair and the desk. 10. [M-Cn]
(C) The office tiles are near the window. (A) He’s dismantling the screen from the wall.
(D) The notices are pinned to the curtains. (B) He’s wiping the glass panel with a cloth.
(C) He’s cleaning his clothes with detergent.
Practice 5 Track 17 [F-Au] (D) He’s fixing the tiles to the shower door.
(A) The man is sending some mail overseas.
(B) The railing is being painted.
(C) The waiter is pouring a glass of water.
(D) The man is admiring the view of the lake.
2. [F-Am] What was Kim doing in Florida? 4. [F-Br] When did Mrs. Suzuki call?
[M-Au] (A) She was taking a vacation. [F-Am] (A) She didn’t say why.
(B) She moved to Florida last year. (B) Just after you left.
(C) Yes, she was there. (C) She had a fall last week.
3. [M-Cn] What is the movie about? 5. [M-Cn] When do you anticipate getting the test results?
[F-Am] (A) It started at eight. [F-Br] (A) It won’t be for a few weeks yet.
(B) I can’t rule that out. (B) Yes, we’re all looking forward to the results.
(C) I’m not entirely sure. (C) The results are the best we could hope for.
4. [F-Au] What do you want to talk about at your review tomorrow? 6. [M-Au] Where did you go this afternoon?
[M-Br] (A) It’s in the morning. [F-Am] (A) We were all there until after five.
(B) Well, a salary increase would be good. (B) The afternoon is fine with me.
(C) Yes, we’ll run through it then. (C) There was a training session in Room 3.
5. [M-Cn] What’s your jacket made of? 7. [F-Cn] Where do you want me to send the revised quote?
[F-Am] (A) I got it in Paris last summer. [M-Br] (A) The vote will be held in the boardroom.
(B) There’s a package by the door. (B) I think their accounting department should have that.
(C) They said it’s real leather. (C) You’ll need to rewrite all the notes again.
6. [F-Br] What did you do to win the contract? 8. [M-Am] When do you think you’ll get to the hotel?
[M-Cn] (A) I reduced the price by 10 percent. [F-Br] (A) We should be checking in around three.
(B) I’ve had no contact with them at all. (B) I’ve never stayed there before.
(C) It was a tough race, but I won. (C) I think this time we need a hard sell.
7. [F-Am] When will you have time to discuss the Shanghai 8. [F-Am] Why didn’t you tell them you studied marketing?
account? [M-Am] (A) That was a long time ago.
[M-Br] (A) We already gave them a discount. (B) They didn’t offer a promotion.
(B) Probably not for a couple of days. (C) No, I was marking the papers.
(C) It’s three o’clock in Shanghai right now.
2. [M-Cn] How much will the total package cost? 8. [M-Br] How was the weather while I was away?
[F-Am] (A) We lost everything. [F-Au] (A) It was surprisingly good.
(B) To repackage it will cost $100. (B) I don’t know whether I’ll go or not.
(C) It’s too expensive to even consider. (C) Were you away on business?
3. [F-Br] How do we know this quantity will be sufficient? 9. [F-Am] How interested are you in taking the job?
[M-Au] (A) We’ll just have to hope there’s enough. [M-Cn] (A) I was an intern there before.
(B) The quality is absolutely superb. (B) I think it’s a fantastic opportunity.
(C) Are they always this inefficient? (C) The job was not what I expected.
4. [M-Am] How about going to a musical while we’re in New York? 10. [M-Au] How far is the post office from here?
[F-Am] (A) That sounds like a great idea. [F-Am] (A) You need to check the postage first.
(B) I can’t play any instruments. (B) It’s only five minutes.
(C) The musician is going to be there all week. (C) I can see what you mean.
2. [F-Br] The bus to the airport leaves in twenty minutes, doesn’t it? 7. [M-Cn] You have a map of the city, don’t you?
[M-Cn] (A) No, I only live ten minutes away. [F-Br] (A) The committee room is on the left.
(B) The coach is arriving on the next flight. (B) I put one in my bag.
(C) You’d better hurry up. (C) It’s not on the map.
6. [M-Au] Did you say the touch screen on the control panel is 8. [M-Am] How much money do we owe the bank?
defective? [F-Am] (A) Oh, we don’t have to, do we?
[F-Am] (A) Yes, they’re sending a service engineer. (B) The riverbank is very steep.
(B) The process is very selective. (C) I’ll ask the accountant to check.
(C) There’s a subjective level of control.
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7. [F-Cn] What can we do to make sure the company survives?
[M-Cn] (A) I’ll tell the chairman as soon as he arrives. Practice 1
(B) I can’t do all four on my own. Warm-up Track 54
(C) We need to restructure the organization. Step 1. [F-Au] What time do you think we should meet for lunch?
Step 3. [M-Am] (A) I don’t eat meat.
8. [M-Am] Can the hotel accommodate all 200 delegates? (B) I’ll see you at lunchtime.
[F-Am] (A) Housing will be provided to anyone who emigrates. (C) How about twelve-thirty?
(B) Please join us as the hotel celebrates its 200th
anniversary. Practice Track 55
(C) They haven’t confirmed yet, but I think so. [M-Cn] Don’t you have a warm coat you can wear?
[F-Br] (A) It’s too cold to go by boat.
Homophones (B) How much is the fare?
(C) I forgot to bring one.
Exercise A p42 Track 52 [F-Am]
1. I’m not sure I see what you mean. 2. Do you know whether it’s going Practice 2
to rain tomorrow? 3. You’re not going to redecorate the whole house Warm-up Track 56
at the same time, are you? 4. Isn’t that a fair price for all the work I’ve Step 1. [F-Am] Who’s going to the convention this year?
done? 5. What’s the best way to mail this heavy package? 6. Each Step 3. [M-Au] (A) Jackie and Peter, I think.
piece of jewelry is handcrafted. 7. The book publisher’s office is on the (B) That’s come to my attention, too.
tenth story, so take the elevator. 8. Will the company be fined if these (C) I think it’s in late June.
deadlines are not met? 9. Before she left our department, Martine said
she’d buy us all a gift. 10. I never would have guessed you’d manage Practice Track 57
a hotel one day. [M-Br] Why are you working late tonight?
[F-Cn] (A) Thanks, but I already ate.
Mini Test – Homophones p42 Track 53 (B) I have to finish this report by tomorrow.
(C) Tonight’s not the right time.
1. [M-Br] Building the high-speed railway was a great feat of
engineering. Practice 3
[F-Au] (A) Yes, it was a wonderful achievement. Warm-up Track 58
(B) The bars on the grate are high. Step 1. [F-Cn] Where’s Mr. Musa’s office, please?
(C) It’s around fifty feet, actually. Step 3. [M-Am] (A) It’s the second one on the right.
(B) Our main office is in Tokyo.
2. [F-Am] Could I just have a plain omelet, please? (C) Yes, cheese is his favorite.
[M-Am] (A) The food on the plane is actually good.
(B) What else can you cook? Practice Track 59
(C) Would you like fries with that? [F-Au] When is the vice president going to retire?
[M-Am] (A) He said he’s not feeling tired.
3. [M-Am] The planning committee threw out our proposals. (B) They say he’ll go at the end of the year.
[F-Br] (A) I suggested we work through the night. (C) Sales will be higher next month.
(B) We’ll have to revise them and try again.
(C) It won’t take an hour to plan this. Practice 4
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4. [F-Am] You’re a sight for sore eyes! Step 1. [M-Am] Is it worth taking a taxi to the station from here?
[F-Am] (A) Yes, my eyesight is definitely getting worse. Step 3. [F-Br] (A) The trip was worse than I thought.
(B) It’s good to see you, too. (B) No valuables were taken in the attack.
(C) This is the site where we’ll build our clinic. (C) No, in this traffic it’s quicker to walk.
Practice 2 Track 76
Mini Test – Requests/Offers, Advice, and Opinions p72 Track 74
[F-Br] Well, thank you for telling us a little about your experience.
Questions 1 through 3 refer to the following conversation.
I’d like to move on now and ask you about your reasons for
[F-Am] The CK50 packing machine has broken down again. Can you wanting to work at Jedro. Can you tell me why you’d like to
tell one of the mechanics to go to Bay 7 immediately and take come here, rather than somewhere else?
a look, please? [M-Am] Well, I’ve wanted to work for Jedro ever since graduating
[M-Br] OK, but that’s the third time this month. That CK50 is an old from technical school. You have a very good reputation in the
machine, you know. I’ve been telling the main office for ages industry, especially for your apprenticeship program.
that it needs replacing. [F-Br] Hmm. Of course, you know we only have 30 spaces in that,
[F-Am] I know, but we don’t have the budget for that at the moment. and there are over 200 applicants this year. What do you think
Maybe next year, but for now we just have to keep it going makes you stand out?
somehow. [M-Am] I’m smart. I’m a quick learner, and I have enough experience
[M-Br] It won’t be easy. If I were you I’d try to find a good-quality already to know that this is what I want to do.
secondhand machine we can use, or we might end up having
to stop production completely one of these days.
16. [M-Br] I’d like to book a table for two. 29. [F-Au] How much time do you need to finish this?
[F-Am] (A) How many people will be coming? [M-Am] (A) It’ll cost about $250.
(B) Sorry, those two are reserved already. (B) One more hour should be enough.
(C) What time will you be arriving? (C) It was a part-time job.
17. [F-Am] The accountant isn’t here yet, is she? 30. [M-Am] Don’t you have a degree?
[M-Cn] (A) I’m not sure, but I can check for you. [F-Br] (A) No, I disagree.
(B) She didn’t count it. (B) I never graduated.
(C) I couldn’t hear her very well. (C) Thank you. I’d love one.
18. [M-Am] Where did you say these files are kept? 31. [F-Cn] Do all shift supervisors have to take the health and safety
[F-Au] (A) Under the desk at reception. course?
(B) Sorry, I didn’t accept them. [M-Au] (A) Yes, they all qualified.
(C) They need to be in piles. (B) It’s safe to take at any time.
(C) It’s a mandatory requirement.
19. [F-Br] Would you recommend going by train or by car?
[M-Am] (A) Yes, I would. 32. [M-Cn] Haven’t you signed the distribution agreement yet?
(B) It’s much quicker by train. [F-Am] (A) I don’t intend to resign at all.
(C) My friend can’t drive. (B) It’s on my calendar for tomorrow.
(C) I agree it’s all in the mind.
20. [M-Au] The heating pipes in the storage room are leaking again.
[F-Cn] (A) Then store the pipes in the closet. 33. [F-Au] Why wasn’t Nick at the office party?
(B) I thought we had them fixed! [M-Am] (A) His office is very small.
(C) No, the meeting’s in my office this time. (B) He’s partly to blame.
(C) He said he was sick.
21. [F-Am] Which of these brochures is the most up-to-date?
[M-Am] (A) The tours start in December. 34. [M-Br] Are you coming in tomorrow?
(B) The orange one is this month’s. [F-Cn] (A) I came in second, actually.
(C) I’m busy all week, I’m afraid. (B) No, I’m out of the office all day.
(C) It’s next week, isn’t it?
22. [M-Cn] Whose motorcycle is parked outside?
[F-Am] (A) Yes, I think it is. 35. [F-Cn] When are you going to speak with Annie?
(B) I wasn’t accusing you. [M-Am] (A) I don’t know what to call her.
(C) It’s not mine. (B) I’ll call her this morning.
(C) No, I was out when she called.
23. [F-Au] How much is a single room for one night?
[M-Am] (A) No, it’s a double room. 36. [M-Au] The movie starts in 15 minutes.
(B) Around $80. [F-Br] (A) OK. I’ll help you move it.
(C) There are 200 rooms. (B) I’m sure we’ll be there in time.
(C) I don’t have a favorite movie star.
24. [M-Am] What are you doing after Mrs. Wong’s presentation?
[F-Br] (A) It starts at five-thirty. 37. [F-Am] Can you tell me where Diana Lee’s office is, please?
(B) She’s speaking on climate change. [M-Cn] (A) You’re meeting her at four o’clock.
(C) I have a sales meeting to go to. (B) It’s over there on the floor.
(C) Is she expecting you?
25. [F-Cn] When is Kevin’s interview?
[M-Au] (A) It’s in the admissions office. 38. [F-Au] Would you like meat or fish?
(B) Sometime tomorrow, I think. [M-Am] (A) Let’s meet at five.
(C) Dr. Sekino will be interviewing him. (B) I’ll try the salmon.
(C) Yes, that would be great.
26. [M-Br] Have you read the report by the head of the department?
[F-Am] (A) Sorry, that’s not my apartment. 39. [F-Cn] What terrible weather to have a barbecue!
(B) I flicked through quickly. [M-Am] (A) With luck it might clear up later.
(C) Imports are listed in orange. (B) The sales forecast was completely wrong.
(C) Those leather coats won’t be reissued.
27. [F-Am] Things are starting to look up, aren’t they?
[M-Au] (A) I’ll look them up later. 40. [M-Br] Why won’t Richard approve the architect’s designs?
(B) I can’t move my neck that far. [F-Am] (A) He’s not very good at design.
(C) There are some signs of progress. (B) I’ll ask him to move them right away.
(C) He says they’re too expensive.
[F-Cn] Good morning. I’m interested in a treadmill and an exercise Questions 68 through 70 refer to the following conversation.
bike. Can you give me some prices, please?
[M-Br] Of course. The most popular package we have is a treadmill, [F-Am] Well, there’s nothing wrong that I can see. The X-rays were fine
bike, and a rowing machine for £35 a week, including free and there’s no sign of any gum disease or decay. You seem to
delivery and service plan. have looked after them pretty well.
[F-Cn] Oh, OK. That’s a lot more than I was expecting, actually. It’s [M-Am] That’s a relief. So I don’t need any fillings?
cheaper to join a gym on a monthly membership. [F-Am] No, but they could use a polish. We also offer a whitening
[M-Br] But will you go? Most of our customers find they use the service if you’d like to brighten up your smile a little. It wouldn’t
machines a lot more if they’re in their own homes, rather than do any harm.
if they had to go to a gym. Anyway, let’s take a closer look and [M-Am] OK, that sounds like a very sensible plan. I’ll certainly give it
see if we can find something more suitable for you. Can I take some thought. Thanks a lot.
some contact information first?
Part 4 p118 Track 101
Questions 53 through 55 refer to the following conversation.
Questions 71 through 73 refer to the following announcement.
[M-Am] We’re supposed to have a meeting in less than five minutes,
[M-Br] Now, before we all leave, I have one final announcement to
and you and I are the only ones here. Where is everyone?
make. Doris, who has worked tirelessly as my assistant for
[F-Am] I don’t know. Are you sure they all know about it? This is the
the last 15 years, will soon be leaving us. She told me last
first time we’ve met in the new training center, remember.
week she wants to emigrate in the New Year to Australia with
[M-Am] Well, there’s been a poster on the bulletin board outside the
her husband Robert. They both intend to retire early to be
cafeteria for a week. And I e-mailed everyone yesterday to
with their son and grandchildren, who live out there in Perth.
remind them. They couldn’t all have missed it, could they?
She’s done a fantastic job, and naturally I’ll be very sorry to
[F-Am] I’m sure we’re in the right place. Maybe we should call Stefan
see her go. I’m preparing a surprise for her, so please allow an
to round everyone up. It’s his job, after all. He’s the team
extra 20 minutes after next month’s board meeting for a small
leader.
presentation ceremony. There’ll be drinks and snacks, and
we’ll be giving her and her husband first-class tickets to Perth
Questions 56 through 58 refer to the following conversation.
as a token of our appreciation for all she has done over the
[F-Br] So, how was the exhibition over the weekend, Henry? years.
[M-Au] It was good, thanks. Hundreds of companies were there. I met
up with a few people I know, and made some new contacts.
9. [M-Am] 22. [F-Am] The regular receptionist is at the dentist this afternoon.
(A) The plane is getting ready to land. [M-Au] (A) So who’s standing in for her?
(B) The passengers are boarding the aircraft. (B) I thought she worked in a doctor’s office.
(C) The people are descending the ladder. (C) Yes, the reception starts at three o’clock.
(D) The baggage is being loaded onto the plane.
23. [F-Am] I heard that the production manager has retired.
10. [F-Au] [M-Am] (A) If you’re tired, then take a break.
(A) The women are clearing the table. (B) I can only manage one at a time.
(B) The women are watching television. (C) Have they appointed someone in her place?
(C) One woman is preparing some food.
(D) One woman is sitting up in bed. 24. [M-Am] When you’ve read the report, initial it and pass it on.
[F-Cn] (A) I read about that report, too.
(B) What level do I need to pass?
Part 2 p283 Track 103 (C) OK. Who’s next on the list?
11. [M-Am] Where did you put the labels for the file boxes?
[F-Br] (A) Yes, the boxes are on the table. 25. [F-Br] Is the train cheaper if you book in advance?
(B) They’re in the second cabinet, bottom shelf. [M-Am] (A) No, but you’re guaranteed a seat.
(C) I didn’t know you put them away. (B) The advanced training isn’t so expensive.
(C) I find that difficult to believe.
Questions 44 through 46 refer to the following conversation. Questions 59 through 61 refer to the following conversation.
[M-Au] Hey, Jen. Did you know the freeway’s completely closed right [F-Am] I don’t think I’ve seen you around before, have I? Are you
now? I just caught a news flash on the local radio station. I new?
think they said a truck caught fire in the Newport tunnel, or [M-Br] Yes, I am. I only started Monday. I haven’t worked in such a
something. big organization before, and I’m finding it a little confusing, to
[F-Am] Oh, no, that’s on my way home. The last time there was a be honest. I mean, the building is so huge, you need a map to
problem in the tunnel it was closed for hours and I didn’t get find your way around. I can’t even figure out which elevator to
back home until almost midnight. It’s my Spanish class this use!
evening and I don’t want to miss that. [F-Am] I remember it took me a while to settle in. But it’s not a bad
[M-Au] Hmm. Well, why don’t you stop for the day and head back place to work once you get used to it. The people are great.
now? If you’re quick, you might be there in time. Look, there’s a few of us who usually meet in the cafeteria at
[F-Am] Good idea. This report can wait until tomorrow. lunchtime. Why don’t you join us there around one and I’ll
introduce you? I’m sure you’ll make friends soon.
Questions 47 through 49 refer to the following conversation.
[M-Am] Hello there. Can I help you at all?