ELSA Listening Practice Test 1 (British English)

ELSA
Listening and Reading
Practice Test 1
Contents :
Answer Sheet
Practice Listening Test 1
Practice Reading Test 1
Listening Tapescript
Answer Key: Listening Test
Answer Key: Reading Test
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Practice Test 1 (British English)
ENGLISH LANGUAGE SKILLS ASSESSMENT
LISTENING PRACTICE TEST 1
__________
Instructions to Candidates
(a) DO NOT OPEN YOUR TEST BOOK UNTIL THE SUPERVISOR TELLS YOU TO START.
(b) This is a multiple–choice test. The test has 4 parts with a total of 60 questions, and takes about
30 minutes.
(c) You will listen to a series of short recordings. You will only hear each listening passage once, so
you must listen carefully. After hearing each recording, choose the correct answer (A, B, C or D)
to each question and mark your choice in pencil on your answer sheet.
(d) Do not mark your answers in this test book – only answers marked on the answer sheet can be
scored. There is no time allowed at the end of the test to go back and check your answers or
make any changes.
(e) During the test use a rubber eraser to erase any mistakes on the answer sheet.
(f)
Do not cross out answers, as this means the question will automatically be scored as wrong.
(g) Mark only one answer per question – if you mark more than one answer for a question (for
example, both A and C) it will automatically be scored as wrong.
(h) Do not make any other marks on the answer sheet as this could accidentally affect your score.
(i)
You are not allowed to use a dictionary during the test.
NOW WAIT UNTIL THE SUPERVISOR TELLS YOU TO OPEN YOUR BOOK.
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Part 1
Instructions
In Part 1, you will hear someone ask a question or make a statement. You will then hear another
person give 3 alternative responses (identified as A, B, and C) to the question or statement.
NOTE: These responses are NOT printed in your test book.
Choose the correct response, and mark your choice on the answer sheet next to the question number.
Now listen to the following example.
(recorded example)
Choice ‘C’ (‘I’m from Singapore’) is the correct answer to the question ‘Where are you from?’, so you
would fill in ‘C’ on the answer sheet.
Now look at the answer sheet and find where you should start filling in the answers for Part 1. There
are 20 questions in this part, questions 1 − 20.
Now listen for question number 1.
(NO PRINTED QUESTIONS FOR PART 1)
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Part 2
Instructions
In Part 2, you will hear a series of short conversations between 2 people. You will also read a
question about each conversation, with 4 alternative answers, A, B, C and D. Choose the correct
answer, and mark your choice on your answer sheet.
Now listen to an example conversation, and read the question about the conversation:
Q:
What should Bill do?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
Call a client
Contact the man
Leave work early
Go to the meeting
Option (B) is the correct answer, so you would fill in 'B' on the answer sheet.
Now look at the answer sheet and find where you should start filling in the answers for Part 2. There
are 12 questions in this part, numbers 21 − 32.
Now listen for the first conversation and choose the correct answer.
21
What is learned about the woman?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
22
What does the man say he will do?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
23
Call Alan
Arrive late for a meeting
Practice his presentation
Give the woman more time to finish a project
What is learned about the company?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
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She has been promoted.
She is leaving Hong Kong.
She is looking for a new job.
She will not be able to attend a meeting.
It makes washers and dryers.
It publishes a monthly magazine.
It plans to release a new line of products.
It has increased spending on advertisements.
What does the man ask how to do?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
Access his online bank account
Forward calls from his phone
Retrieve messages
Enter a password
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25
What is learned about the man?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
26
Why has Tom called the IT department?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
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The woman's ability to bring in new clients
The woman's willingness to travel
The woman's family business
The woman's language ability
Which of the following does the man NOT say he requires?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
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Buying a house
Renting property
Finding employment
Rates of pay for student jobs
What has the man commented on?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
31
Each training session lasts 50 minutes.
Attendance at the training will be higher than expected.
Very few replies have been received to the questionnaire.
The training will be more expensive than in previous years.
What are the speakers discussing?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
30
Contact a client
Attend a conference
Summarise what he learned
Give a presentation on quality control
What have the speakers discovered?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
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He is unable to print.
His computer keeps crashing.
His computer will not turn on.
His accounting software is not working.
What does the woman suggest that the man should do?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
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His figures are not correct.
His office is on the 14th floor.
He will introduce a new product.
He has not met Peter Okondo.
A large car
Unlimited mileage
A child’s safety seat
The option to return the car on Sunday evening
What concern does the man have?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
His supplier has run out of acid.
The woman may cancel her order.
His order must be delivered on time.
The woman is not available on Wednesday.
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Part 3
Instructions
In Part 3 you will hear a series of longer conversations between 2 people. There are then 2 questions
about each conversation.
There are 9 conversations, giving a total of 18 questions, numbers 33 − 50.
Now listen for the first conversation.
33
What has happened to the men?
(A)
They have run out of petrol.
(B)
They have a flat tyre.
(C)
They have got lost.
(D)
They have missed their bus.
34
What have the men decided to do?
(A)
Take a taxi
(B)
Return to the office
(C)
Cancel their meeting
(D)
Make a telephone call
35
What is the problem with the jacket?
(A)
It has a hole.
(B)
It is the wrong style.
(C)
It is not the correct size.
(D)
It was not labelled correctly.
36
What does the woman offer to do?
(A)
Order the correct item
(B)
Talk to her supervisor
(C)
Refund the customer's money
(D)
Exchange the jacket for another one
37
What is the problem?
(A)
A delivery has gone out late.
(B)
A printer is not working correctly.
(C)
An order is missing some items.
(D)
The computers were damaged in shipping.
38
What concern does the man have?
(A)
It is too late to change an order.
(B)
The order has already been paid for.
(C)
The printer may have to be replaced.
(D)
The computers might not arrive on time.
39
What is true of the presentation?
(A)
It will last over an hour.
(B)
It will take place in the large conference room.
(C)
It will be similar to one that has already been given.
(D)
It will require more time to prepare for than was expected.
40
What does the man say he will do?
(A)
Send the woman a set of charts
(B)
Prepare the presentation materials
(C)
Make a presentation to the Drayer Group
(D)
Look for the original Drayer Group report
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41
What is said about the flat?
(A)
It is very cheap.
(B)
It has a nice view.
(C)
It has three bedrooms.
(D)
It is in an older building.
42
What is said about the location of the flat?
(A)
It is across from a park.
(B)
It is on the first floor.
(C)
It is near the train station.
(D)
It is close to a school.
43
What has the man done?
(A)
Taken the wrong report
(B)
Deleted an important file
(C)
Got lost on his way to a meeting
(D)
Forgotten to charge the battery in his laptop computer
44
What does the man say he will do?
(A)
Print a document
(B)
Go back to the office
(C)
Use the woman’s computer
(D)
Make a copy of the woman’s report
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What does the woman find out about Trident Industries?
(A)
They are building a new manufacturing plant.
(B)
They plan to lay off 1700 workers.
(C)
They have had a profitable year.
(D)
They are going out of business.
46
What does the man say about a business deal with Trident Industries?
(A)
He is glad it was not completed.
(B)
It will cost £11,000 more than expected.
(C)
He needs to discuss it with a colleague.
(D)
It will be delayed until the end of the year.
47
What does the woman want to discuss?
(A)
Reducing costs
(B)
Training new engineers
(C)
Replacing a broken machine
(D)
Increasing production speed
48
What is said about the sorting machine?
(A)
It runs 24 hours a day.
(B)
It uses a lot of electricity.
(C)
It needs engineers to run it.
(D)
Spare parts for it are expensive.
49
What does the man suggest that the woman should do?
(A)
Arrive early
(B)
Order an appetiser
(C)
Make reservations
(D)
Rent a private room
50
What is learned about the buffet?
(A)
It costs £15 per person.
(B)
It is available all day long.
(C)
It does not include drinks.
(D)
It is held only in the main dining room.
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Part 4
Instructions
In Part 4 of the test you will hear a series of recordings. In your test book there are 2 questions for
each recording.
There are 5 recordings, giving a total of 10 questions (numbers 51 − 60).
Now listen for the first recording.
51
What number should a person press to discuss a bill?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
52
What type of business has been contacted?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
53
A writer
A stockbroker
A business executive
A former government official
What is learned about Alpha Bank?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
56
Being interviewed
Introducing a speaker
Hosting a radio programme
Promoting an investment company
Who is Yoshi Tanaka?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
55
A hotel
A moving company
An express mail service
A mail–order clothing company
What is the speaker doing?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
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3
4
5
It is strong in Europe.
Its headquarters are in the US.
Its share price has fallen to £11.00
It will open an office in Latin America.
What is said about the pipeline project?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
It is the largest project of its type in Uzbekistan.
It will require millions of additional pounds to complete.
It is the first project the newly formed bank will finance.
It was financed jointly by Alpha Bank and Union Bank.
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57
What does the Department of Agriculture predict?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
58
What problem are Chinese cotton producers facing?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
59
The weather has been too wet.
Over–production has reduced prices.
Cheap imports have flooded the market.
The harvest has been affected by disease.
What does the speaker say the company has decided to do?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
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There will be an above average cotton harvest for most areas.
The cotton harvest will be much smaller than last year.
Farmers will plant less cotton next year due to falling prices.
Rising prices will encourage farmers to increase cotton production.
Introduce a new line of products
Combine two existing divisions
Expand its manufacturing capability
Reduce costs by closing one of its plants
What promise does the speaker make?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
Salaries will not be cut.
Workers will not lose their jobs.
Planned expansion will go ahead.
Employees will receive more training.
This is the end of the ELSA Listening Test. Put down your pencil and wait for instructions from the
supervisor.
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Practice Test 1 (British English)
ENGLISH LANGUAGE SKILLS ASSESSMENT
READING PRACTICE TEST 1
Time allowed: 45 minutes
__________
Instructions to Candidates
(a) DO NOT OPEN THIS TEST BOOK UNTIL THE SUPERVISOR TELLS YOU TO START.
(b) This is a multiple-choice test. The test has 4 parts with a total of 60 questions. You will have
45 minutes to complete the test.
(c) Each question has 4 answer choices, A, B, C or D. You must mark your choice in pencil on your
answer sheet. Although you may make notes on this test book, only answers marked on the
answer sheet can be scored.
(d) During the test use a rubber eraser to erase any mistakes on the answer sheet. Do not cross out
answers, as this means the question will automatically be scored as wrong.
(e) Mark only one answer per question – if you mark more than one answer for a question (for
example both A and C) it will automatically be scored as wrong.
(f)
Do not make any other marks on the answer sheet, as this could accidentally affect your score.
(g) You are not allowed to use a dictionary during the test.
NOW WAIT UNTIL THE SUPERVISOR TELLS YOU TO OPEN YOUR BOOK.
__________
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Part 1
(Suggested maximum time: 8 minutes)
Instructions
In Part 1, you will read 12 sentences. Each sentence contains a blank space, with a choice of 4 words
or phrases (A, B, C, or D) to fill the space.
Choose the correct word or phrase, and mark your choice on the answer sheet.
1
According to our records, our ______ number XPT 1035 of 16th August remains unpaid.
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
2
Sales have ______ dramatically since the introduction of our new product line.
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
3
cancel
refuse
delay
meet
Under the new rules, millions of taxpayers can ______ to be paying more than £100 a
month extra by next year.
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
6
sailed
flown
organised
dispatched
Patients who ______ appointments less than 24 hours in advance will be charged a £25.00
rescheduling fee.
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
5
gone
risen
made
received
Orders received by 4pm Friday will be ______ on Monday.
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
4
note
receipt
invoice
delivery
expect
charge
result
demand
Your home is at ______ if you do not keep up loan repayments.
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
danger
risk
loss
sale
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7
A ______ of the functions of the new photocopier on the second floor will be held
tomorrow afternoon at 2.00.
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
8
Analysts predict that nuclear power plants will account for 23% of the nation’s total
generating ______ by the end of the decade.
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
9
size
amount
capacity
production
In order to ______ the local economy a new employment creation plan will be introduced
later this year.
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
10
show
training
conference
demonstration
add
prepare
stimulate
complete
On-line sales have had a dramatic ______ on the bottom line of several publishing
companies this year.
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
rise
result
impact
increase
11 The financial director of communications company Globalcom is being questioned by
fraud investigators because of suspected business ______.
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
details
issues
dealings
irregularities
12 Friday’s Jenifer Merino benefit concert at Central Arena ______ an estimated 24,000 fans
and raised over £300,000 for the National Cancer Fund.
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
drew
played
enjoyed
attended
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Part 2
(Suggested maximum time: 10 minutes)
Instructions
In Part 2, you will read 3 passages. Each passage has 5 numbered blank spaces, with 4 choices
(A, B, C, or D) for each space printed below the passage.
Choose the correct word or phrase, and mark your choices on the answer sheet.
Questions 13 to 17 refer to the following passage:
A good way of reducing long-term stress is to take ___ (13) ___ a relaxing sport or hobby in your
own time. If you ___ (14) ___ all your working day competing or stressed, ___ (15) ___ it is very
pleasant to be non-competitive for part of your free time. Slow physical activities such as sailing or
walking can be very pleasant, ___ (16) ___ can others where there is little or no pressure for
performance. Similarly you can reduce stress by making a routine period of time for yourself every
day for undirected ___ (17) ___ such as: reading a novel, watching television or listening to music,
meditating, having a long bath or having a massage.
13
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
in
up
off
over
16
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
so
as
and
since
14
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
sit
stand
think
spend
17
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
plans
sports
activities
freedoms
15
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
then
even
which
because
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Questions 18 to 22 refer to the following passage:
The Brazilian beverage giant Cola de las Americas, or CoAm, increased its profits more
___ (18) ___ 1,000 per cent last year. The massive increase was ___ (19) ___ strong beverage sales
supplemented by cost savings from the merger of the country’s two largest soft drinks makers. Only a
year ___ (20) ___ a merger between Bravo and Hola Cola ___ (21) ___ CoAm, now the world’s eighth
largest beverage maker, this year the company announced a net profit of $88.2 million, compared with
last year’s $4,36 million. Among plans for the future is an aggressive attempt to ___ (22) ___ a share of
the lucrative North American market.
18
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
to
by
than
less
21
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
created
entered
supplied
combined
19
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
given to
based on
believed to
improved on
22
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
buy
sell
gain
profit
20
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
ago
after
before
behind
Questions 23 to 27 refer to the following passage:
Macau is a great place to find ___ (23) ___ with different types of cuisine: Portuguese, Macanese,
Chinese, Shanghainese, European, Japanese and more. Traditional dishes from Portugal include
bacalhau, the country’s beloved cod, ___ (24) ___ baked, grilled, stewed or boiled; rabbit prepared
in various delicious ways; and soups ___ (25) ___ as caldo verde and sopa á alentejana both rich
with vegetables, meat and olive oil. In Africa and India the Portuguese ___ (26) ___ how to use the
local spices with the ___ (27) ___ that Macau’s most popular dishes include African and Goanese
chicken and spicy prawns, all baked or grilled with peppers and chillies.
23
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
meals
dishes
eating
restaurants
26
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
learn
learned
to learn
were learning
24
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
made
served
cooked
offered
27
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
idea
food
result
meaning
25
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
so
such
that
those
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Part 3
(Suggested maximum time: 10 minutes)
Instructions
In Part 3 there are 15 sentences. Each sentence has 4 words or phrases printed like this and marked
as (A), (B), (C), and (D). One of these 4 words or phrases contains an error, a mistake in either the
grammar or the vocabulary.
Decide where the error is, and mark your choice on the answer sheet.
28
Netgate has recently made a number of changes to its browser software, made access to the
(A)
(B)
Internet easier than ever before.
(C)
(D)
29
Insurance firms are anticipating a substantial increase in the number of claims following the
(A)
(B)
recent series of storms that has caused so many damages on the West coast.
(C)
(D)
30
If you’re travelling on a budget in New York, you should take the Staten Island Ferry and see
(A)
(B)
the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island and the famous skyline – ferries leave every half hours and for
(C)
foot passengers they’re absolutely free.
(D)
31
A presentation for investors, analysts and other interesting parties will begin at 1.00 pm and
(A)
(B)
(C)
will be led by the company chairman Mark Ryan.
(D)
32
To provide high quality services, we need high motivated professional staff and we
(A)
(B)
are seeking a first-class individual to lead the development of a strong, proactive and
(C)
(D)
coherent Human Resources strategy.
33
Please read the section of the contract dealing about rent payments, and note that these are
(A)
(B)
to be made by credit transfer on a monthly basis.
(C)
(D)
34
Many researchers question whether the health benefits of drinking black tea outweigh the
(A)
(B)
dangers of consuming caffeine, tannin, and other compounds find abundantly in the popular
(C)
(D)
drink.
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35
We are an establish Internet consultancy with a proven track record of developing
(A)
(B)
(C)
cost-effective, user-friendly websites, in a wide range of market areas.
(D)
36
The sooner you start a pension, the better your prospects are on retirement – but you must
(A)
(B)
be still prepared to pay in a sizeable proportion of your income.
(C)
(D)
37
Aberdeen Lodge offers a relaxing and luxurious atmosphere convenient in the city centre and
(A)
(B)
a five-minute walk from a range of excellent shops and fine restaurants.
(C)
(D)
38
Planning is based on the advice of the Marketing department, who draws up a target for the
(A)
(B)
year, setting monthly production targets in accordance with the annual production plan.
(C)
(D)
39
This machine must be secured using the bolts provided; failure to do could result in injury.
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
40
Although similar it seems on paper, your new job will be very different from your existing one;
(A)
(B)
(C)
there will be new people and different clients as well as different working methods.
(D)
41
Employees are reminded that tomorrow’s meeting to discuss the move to our new offices will
(A)
(B)
be held at 8.30 am sharp in conference room six, but attendance is compulsory.
(C)
(D)
42
Visitors are encouraged to join one of the guided tours, which take place from Monday to
(A)
(B)
Saturday every hour on the hour and leave from the outside of visitor’s centre.
(C)
(D)
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Part 4
(Suggested maximum time: 15 minutes)
Instructions
In Part 4 of the test you will read a series of passages (for example letters, advertisements,
information, etc). Each passage is followed by 2 to 5 comprehension questions, each with 4 answer
choices (A, B, C or D).
For each question choose the correct answer and mark your choice on the answer sheet.
Questions 43 to 45 refer to the following invoice:
Mr George T Soemo
Account No: 412-909-9898-6
Invoice period: 08/02/2002 – 07/03/2002
Balance due: £37.75
Date due: 29/03/2002
Payments:
19/02
Payment – Thank you
37.75 cr
Monthly services:
08/02-07/03 Basic Service
08/02-07/03 Movie Channel
08/02-07/03 History Channel
08/02-07/03 Equipment charge
15.16
9.95
2.95
4.07
Taxes and Fees:
Value Added Tax @ 17.5%
5.62
Balance Due
37.75
CABLELAND
For billing information and questions call (0412) 887-9009
43 By when does Mr Soemo have to pay the invoice?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
8 February
19 February
7 March
29 March
44 What is NOT classified as part of Mr Soemo’s monthly services?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
Value Added Tax
The Movie Channel
The History Channel
The equipment charge
45 How much has Mr Soemo been billed for use of equipment?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
£2.95
£4.07
£5.62
£37.75
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Questions 46 to 48 refer to the following email:
Email
From:
Subject:
Date sent:
“Dante Pires” [email protected]
Administration Assistant job interviews
Tues, 10 Sept, 2002 2.19 pm
Dave – can we meet up some time this week to draw up a structure and a list of questions for the
interviews we’ll be doing together next Monday? I’ll ask Eva to join us too as she will be doing the
interviews with you in the afternoon (I’ll have to leave around lunch time as I’ve got a meeting up
in Milan at 2.00).
I’m free tomorrow in the morning until 11, Thursday after 3.30, or any time Friday afternoon.
When would suit you best?
Regards
Dante Pires
Personnel Manager
46 What does Dante wish to discuss with Dave?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
When to have the interviews
Where to hold the interviews
Who to invite to the interviews
What to include in the interviews
47 Which of these times would NOT be a suitable time for a meeting?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
Tuesday at 9.00 am
Wednesday at 10.00 am
Thursday at 4.00 pm
Friday at 2.30 pm
48 Who will conduct the interviews in the morning?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
Dante and Dave
Dave and Eva
Dante and Eva
Dave by himself
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Questions 49 to 51 refer to the following article:
Central Library Home Page – General Reference Information
Brief Guide to Internet Search Engines
This is a list of search engines that Central Library has found particularly useful.
Zappower www.zappower.com
This site indexes about 140 million web pages. It provides a rough translation from English into
about twenty languages. It can also translate into approximate English.
Whatswhat www.whatswhat.com
This is a consumer information website. It searches about 40,000 current discussion forums for
information on specific products. Archives go back to March 1995.
Whizbang www.whizbang.com
Marketed as “the world’s biggest search engine”, whizbang.com scans 200 million web pages. The
entire index is updated every fifteen days. Search results appear extremely quickly.
Tunein www.tunein.com
This site has a fee-based collection of about 5,400 journals and magazines. Students may wish to
check if Central Library already has an article before purchasing it over the internet.
49 Which search engine provides particularly current information?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
Zappower
Whatswhat
Whizbang
Tunein
50 Which search engine is useful for people who do not speak English?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
Zappower
Whatswhat
Whizbang
Tunein
51 Which search engine might give useful information to someone buying a new car?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
Zappower
Whatswhat
Whizbang
Tunein
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Questions 52 to 54 refer to the following article:
One-Day Course in Self-Assertiveness
Are you reluctant to give your opinions to senior management for fear that they might not agree with
them and then think less of you? Do you find it difficult to strike a balance between friendly relations
with staff you supervise and being firm enough to obtain their best performance?
The Institute of Management is holding a one-day course in self-assertiveness for junior and middle
management at the Royal Parks Hotel, to take place on Monday 14th July. The day will consist of:
•
•
•
•
talks by successful senior managers from the Institute of Management
question-and-answer sessions
role-play sessions
group discussions
Participation in the course will be free of charge, but places are limited and must be reserved in
advance, all bookings to be made by 5 pm Monday 7th July.
52 Who is this course designed for?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
People who are regularly taking difficult decisions at senior management level
People who want to be more friendly with the staff working under them
People who would like to be more confident and sure of themselves
People who often disagree with their managers
53 Which of the following is NOT part of the course programme?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
Taking part in simulated conflict situations
Practising giving a talk to important customers
Talking with other participants about common problems
Asking experts about problems that have been encountered
54 What is stated about places on the course?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
Payment may be made by cheque or credit card.
Companies are limited to sending two participants.
Bookings must be made at least a week ahead of time.
Reservations may be made between 9 am and 5 pm Monday to Thursday.
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Questions 55 to 57 refer to the following article:
Farmers Relieved by Recent Rainfall
The first heavy rainfall this spring has given hope to corn and soya bean farmers in the Western
region. The extremely dry and cold winter season left farmers fearful that growing conditions this
year would be poor. Steven Lim, an agriculture expert from National University, said that the recent
rain should be enough to get a good start to the crop, but more rain will be needed. The crops are
normally planted in May, and to reach maximum growth these plants require a very deep reserve of
moisture in the ground during the hot months of July and August. Mr Lim said that 900 millimetres of
rain before summer is generally required so that crop production is not limited. Corn and soya
beans are the region's two largest crops, and speculation over a possible drought caused prices for
these commodities to rise recently. Although the rain was good news, traders are cautious and will
be keeping a close eye on the weather in the area over the next two months.
55
Why are farmers in the Western region concerned?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
Demand for corn and soya beans has declined.
Heavy rainfall has damaged crop production.
Dry winter conditions have threatened plant growth.
It has been too cold to plant crops at the normal time.
56 According to the article, what is true of corn and soya beans?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
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They are easily damaged by frost.
They are planted at the end of winter.
They need a lot of rainfall in the summer.
They are the most important crops in the Western region.
What is the present state of affairs?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
Prices have gone down now that a drought is no longer likely.
Farmers are hoping that the government will help them.
Traders are still not sure that it will be a good harvest.
Weather forecasters are predicting more rain soon.
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Questions 58 to 60 refer to the following article:
Who Buys the Toys?
Japanese toy manufacturers are becoming concerned about a contracting market due to the declining
birth rate and the decreasing number of children in the country.
According to government statistics, 14.6 per cent of the population in 2000 comprised children aged
14 and younger. The age group is expected to fall to 12 per cent of the population by 2021. While
some analysts believe expenditure per child will increase with the declining number of children, many
toy manufacturers believe it will be impossible to compensate entirely for the reduced demand caused
by the falling birth rate.
Many companies are therefore now putting their efforts into creating demand for toys among adults.
One manufacturer said the increasing adult demand for toys was a consequence of the economic
slump, which had made many adults seek to escape reality by revisiting the nostalgic toys of their
childhood. This wish to return to childhood when life was full of dreams has reportedly contributed to
the phenomenon in which adults buy large amounts of snacks that include figurines of fictional
characters popular with children. According to some forward-thinking companies, the adult market for
toys holds great potential, with the elderly likely to become valued customers in the future. Having won
the hearts of children, the toy manufacturers’ next challenge appears to be to open the wallets of their
parents.
58
Why are toy manufacturers worries according to the article?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
59
What does the article say about demand for toys among adults?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
60
Toys may be much less affordable in 20 years’ time.
Today’s children are not so interested in toys.
There will be fewer children in the future.
Adults are buying children’s toys.
Demand for realistic toys is growing.
There is no significant demand as yet.
It is healthier than buying snacks containing free gifts.
Buying them makes older people feel young and carefree.
According to the article, what market are toy manufacturers likely to focus on in the
future?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
Toys for teenagers
Toys for the elderly
Toys using new technology
Popular fictional characters
THIS IS THE END OF THE TEST
Remember to fill in all your answers on the answer sheet.
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ELSA Listening Test 1
Tapescript
ELSA Listening Practice Test 1 (British English)
Recording Script
The complete text of the recording for Listening Practice Test 1 is printed below for study
purposes. In live examinations, candidates will only hear the material, they will NOT see it
printed. To get the most out of the practice material, we recommend that you read this script
only after you have attempted the Practice Test under examination conditions.
(Man A)
(Man A)
This is the London Chamber of Commerce and Industry Examinations Board – English
Language Skills Assessment Listening Test, Practice Test 1.
Copyright 2002 by LCCI CET.
Part 1
Instructions
In Part 1, you will hear someone ask a question or make a statement. You will then hear
another person give three alternative responses (identified as A, B, and C) to the question or
statement.
NOTE These questions and responses are NOT printed in your test book.
Choose the correct response, and mark your choice on the answer sheet next to the question
number.
Now listen to the following example.
(Woman)
Where are you from?
(Man B)
A – My name is Lee.
B – I’m twenty−four.
C – I’m from Singapore.
(Man A) Choice "C" − “I’m from Singapore.” − is the correct answer to the question “Where are
you from?”, so you would fill in “C” on the answer sheet.
Now look at the answer sheet and find where you should start filling in the answers for Part 1.
There are 20 questions in this part, questions 1−20.
Now listen for question number 1.
(Man A)
Number 1
(Man B)
When are you leaving?
(Woman)
(A)
(B)
(C)
At a hotel near here.
On Saturday afternoon.
With my family.
(5 seconds)
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(Man A)
Number 2
(Woman)
Did anyone phone for me while I was out?
(Man B)
(A)
(B)
(C)
OK I will − what should I tell him?
No, he didn't say what his name was.
Fred Kang did − he asked you to call him back.
(5 seconds)
(Man A)
Number 3
(Woman)
Can you tell me when the order will be delivered?
(Man A)
(A)
(B)
(C)
It should be there by Tuesday.
It'll be sent directly to the warehouse.
I ordered them three days ago.
(5 seconds)
(Man A)
Number 4
(Man B)
Are you planning to go to the conference in Rio de Janeiro in April?
(Woman)
(A)
(B)
(C)
Sales and Marketing are planning it.
No, unfortunately, I can't make it this year.
Yes, I was here two years ago.
(5 seconds)
(Man A)
Number 5
(Woman)
When will the network upgrade be completed?
(Man B)
(A)
(B)
(C)
Mainly because of the cost, I imagine.
John's memo said by the end of July.
Yes, by Friday at the latest.
(5 seconds)
(Man A)
Number 6
(Man B)
What was the weather like when you were in Tokyo?
(Woman)
(A)
(B)
(C)
It's very hot, isn't it?
Yes I did, very much.
It was lovely, very pleasant.
(5 seconds)
(Man A)
Number 7
(Man B)
Do you know when the coffee machine will be fixed?
(Man A)
(A)
(B)
(C)
Some time this afternoon, hopefully.
I'd prefer tea, please.
I think it only takes coins.
(5 seconds)
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(Man A)
Number 8
(Man A)
How long will the stopover be on this flight?
(Woman)
(A)
(B)
(C)
An hour and forty−five minutes, sir.
Yes, you have to change in Dubai.
It’s about twenty kilometres into the town centre.
(5 seconds)
(Man A)
Number 9
(Woman)
Has Martin come in yet?
(Man B)
(A)
(B)
(C)
No, I’ve already been there.
Yes, that could be the reason he's late.
Yes, but he's in with Mr Park right now.
(5 seconds)
(Man A)
Number 10
(Man A)
Which part of the city are your offices in?
(Woman)
(A)
(B)
(C)
We've been there for about four years now.
They're in the centre, in the commercial district.
Mainly because we wanted to be in a more central location.
(5 seconds)
(Man A)
Number 11
(Woman)
Do you know when Ms Santini's plane is scheduled to arrive?
(Man B)
(A)
(B)
(C)
It’s due in at ten−forty.
He was delayed due to bad weather.
She'll be flying from Kansai airport.
(5 seconds)
(Man A)
Number 12
(Man A)
Have you read Ms Larson’s report?
(Man B)
(A)
(B)
(C)
No, I’ve never met her.
Yes, she's going to show it to me tomorrow.
Yes − I thought it was excellent, very good indeed.
(5 seconds)
(Man A)
Number 13
(Man A)
Has Carl seen the blueprints?
(Man B)
(A)
(B)
(C)
No, I prefer the red one.
No, but I left them on his desk.
Yes, I’ve seen it before
(5 seconds)
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(Man A)
Number 14
(Man B)
I'm looking forward to my trip − I've never been to Vietnam before.
(Woman)
(A)
(B)
(C)
Oh, you'll love it − the people are really friendly and the food's fantastic.
Really? How long were you there for?
Yes, about four years ago, when I was with Trans Asia.
(5 seconds)
(Man A)
Number 15
(Woman)
Have you heard from Mr Mo yet?
(Man A)
(A)
(B)
(C)
Yes, that’s what I heard as well.
No, not yet, but he will tomorrow.
Yes, he confirmed by email this morning.
(5 seconds)
(Man A)
Number 16
(Man B)
Did Datatek say when they would be sending an engineer?
(Woman)
(A)
(B)
(C)
They said they would send it today by courier.
Yes, they said someone should be here by two o’clock.
No, they won’t be ready by then.
(5 seconds)
(Man A)
Number 17
(Man B)
Excuse me, do you run guided tours of the city on Saturdays?
(Woman)
(A)
(B)
(C)
No, I took one on Sunday.
Yes, but I’d recommend you go on one of the guided tours, instead.
Yes we do, every hour on the hour, beginning at ten.
(5 seconds)
(Man A)
Number 18
(Man B)
Did you say fourteen people would be attending the workshop?
(Man A)
(A)
(B)
(C)
Actually it's up to twenty now.
No, it’s been moved to room seventeen.
Yes, the shops will be open until ten.
(5 seconds)
(Man A)
Number 19
(Man A)
Here, let me help you with those boxes.
(Man B)
(A)
(B)
(C)
No, they’re full of old files.
Yes, check the storage room, they've probably been put in there.
If you could open the door, that would be great.
(5 seconds)
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(Man A)
Number 20
(Woman)
Does head office need the original document?
(Man B)
(A)
(B)
(C)
Yes, it was originally.
No, a faxed copy will be fine.
No, they’re needed at head office.
(5 seconds)
(Man A)
Part 2
Instructions
In Part 2, you will hear a series of short conversations between two people. You will also read
a question about each conversation, with four alternative answers, A, B, C, and D. Choose the
correct answer, and mark your choice on your answer sheet.
Now listen to an example conversation, and read the question about the conversation:
(Man B)
(Woman)
(Man B)
Have you seen Bill today?
Yes, but he’ll be in a meeting all morning.
Well, when you see him, please tell him that I need to talk to him.
Option "B" is the correct answer, so you would fill in B on the answer sheet.
Now look at the answer sheet and find where you should start filling in the answers for this
part. There are 12 questions in this part, numbers 21−32.
Now listen for the first conversation and choose the correct answer.
(Man A)
Number 21
(Man B)
(Woman)
Congratulations, Sue; I hear you’ve been named the head of the Hong Kong office.
Thanks. Yes, it's very exciting. It's going to be a challenge but I'm certainly looking
forward to it.
Well, with your abilities, I’m sure you’ll make a great success of it.
(Man B)
(10 seconds)
(Man A)
Number 22
(Woman)
(Man B)
(Woman)
Alan called to say he won’t be here until four.
Oh. Well, I guess that gives me time to rehearse my presentation one more time.
That’s a good idea. I could listen to it if you’d like.
(10 seconds)
(Man A)
Number 23
(Man B)
Did you see? We got a top rating for both washing machines and dryers in Consumer
Monthly.
Really? That's a great advertisement for our products. Can I borrow it when you're
finished?
Sure. I’ll leave it in your in−tray.
(Woman)
(Man B)
(10 seconds)
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(Man A)
Number 24
(Woman)
So, to access your voicemail messages, you press the “message” button, and enter your
extension number and your password. Then just follow the prompts.
OK, but I haven’t entered a password yet. How do I do that?
Here, it’s quite simple. I’ll just show you…
(Man B)
(Woman)
(10 seconds)
(Man A)
Number 25
(Woman)
These figures look right to me. You should take them up to Peter Okondo for final
approval.
OK. And his office is on the fourteenth floor, right?
Sorry. I forgot that you hadn’t met Peter yet. If you hold on a second I’ll go up with you
and introduce you to him.
(Man A)
(Woman)
(10 seconds)
(Man A)
Number 26
(Man A)
(Man B)
Hello, IT department, Troy speaking.
Yes, hello, Troy. My name is Tom Petrowski and I work on the twenty−second floor in
accounting. I’m having a problem connecting to my printer. It was fine yesterday, but
since I came in today I haven’t been able to print anything.
OK, Tom, I think I can help you with that, but first I’ll need to know what model of
computer and printer you’re using.
(Man A)
(10 seconds)
(Man A)
Number 27
(Woman)
(Man A)
So, how did the conference go?
It was great−a lot better than I expected, in fact. I made a lot of contacts, and I actually
learned quite a bit from the presentations, especially the one on quality control. I think
there are some ideas we could implement here.
Great. Perhaps you could write a brief summary of what you learned and email it to me.
(Woman)
(10 seconds)
(Man A)
Number 28
(Man B)
(Man A)
(Man B)
How many people have signed up for next month’s training session?
Let’s see. I’ve had most of the replies in already and it looks like there’ll be around fifty.
Great, that’s more than we expected, certainly more than last year.
(10 seconds)
(Man A)
Number 29
(Woman)
(Man B)
Is it expensive renting around here?
Yes, it really is. There are so many students looking for flats and so little on offer. It’s a
real seller’s market. Landlords can ask whatever they want.
What would the monthly rent be for a two−bedroom place?
(Woman)
(10 seconds)
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(Man A)
Number 30
(Man A)
(Woman)
I didn’t know you could speak German so fluently.
My father’s father was German, and I lived there for two years after I graduated from
college.
I’m really impressed. But more importantly, so were our clients. You probably saved the
deal.
(Man A)
(10 seconds)
(Man A)
Number 31
Man B)
Hi, I need a car for the weekend. I'll need something with unlimited mileage that’s large
enough for two adults and a child, plus all our luggage. I'd like to pick it up early Friday
morning, and return it late Sunday night.
Well, we have a special weekend rate for a family−sized car. The entire package,
including unlimited mileage and taxes, comes to eighty−nine dollars and ninety−nine
cents.
That sounds good. Does that include insurance?
(Woman)
(Man B)
(10 seconds)
(Man A)
Number 32
(Man B)
Are you sure you can you get the order to us by Wednesday? I really can’t go ahead with
this unless you can guarantee delivery by then.
No problem. Have we ever let you down in the past? Now, that was five drums of
sulphuric acid, wasn’t it?
Yes, that’s right. Now I’m counting on you to get it here.
(Woman)
(Man B)
(10 seconds)
(Man A)
Part 3
Instructions
In Part 3 you will hear a series of longer conversations between two people. There are then
TWO questions about each conversation.
There are 9 conversations, giving a total of 18 questions, numbers 33−50.
Now listen for the first conversation.
(Man A)
Questions 33 and 34 refer to the following conversation.
(Man A)
(Man B)
(Man A)
It's flat all right. We'll have to change it.
I'm afraid I won't be much help−I've never changed a tyre before.
Don't worry about it; it's no bother. There's a spare in the boot. It'll take me no more than
ten or fifteen minutes.
In that case, should I phone ahead to say we might be late? As it is now, we only have
thirty minutes to get there.
That would be a good idea. We might make it on time, but you might as well warn them
we could be delayed.
(Man B)
(Man A)
(20 seconds)
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(Man A)
Questions 35 and 36 refer to the following conversation.
(Woman)
(Man B)
Can I help you?
Yes, I was here yesterday and bought this jacket. When I took it home my wife noticed
this small hole here just under the arm. Unfortunately, it was the last jacket in this style
you had in my size.
Let’s have a look….oh yes, I see what you mean about the hole. I’m afraid we won’t be
getting any more of those jackets in. I’d be happy to give you a credit note.
Well, I was hoping you’d be able to give me a refund.
Our store policy doesn’t include giving refunds I’m afraid. Normally we’d give you a credit
note which you could then use to buy something else. When did you say you bought it?
Yesterday. I have the receipt here if you’d like to see it. And I think given the
circumstances, a refund would be in order, don’t you?
Well, what I’ll do is just phone a supervisor and see if I can help you with this.
I mean I’ve never worn the jacket and I haven’t really seen anything else I’d like to buy,
so a credit note would be no good.
Right. Can I have your receipt please and I’ll be with you again in just a moment.
(Woman)
(Man B)
(Woman)
(Man B)
(Woman)
(Man B)
(Woman)
(20 seconds)
(Man A)
Questions 37 and 38 refer to the following conversation.
(Woman)
(Man A)
(Woman)
(Man A)
Didn't we order three computers?
Yes. Three new computers and two new printers.
Well, the printers are both here, but there's only one computer.
Ooh, that's a problem. Better call and find out what's happened to the other two
computers. The new employees start Monday; we have to be ready before then, and no
one will be here over the weekend to accept a delivery.
That means they have to be delivered either today or tomorrow. I'll call and ask if they
can put a rush on this, since it was their mistake.
(Woman)
(20 seconds)
(Man A)
Questions 39 and 40 refer to the following conversation.
(Woman)
(Man B)
(Woman)
(Man B)
(Woman)
How much time are we going to have to give our presentation?
About forty minutes.
OK. Do we still have those large charts that we used for the Drayer Group presentation?
No. We left them there for them to keep. But we can make another set.
OK, then, could you take care of that? Since this is almost an identical presentation, we
might as well re−use as much material as we can.
Yes, I agree. I’ll make another set of charts. And I think I still have a copy of the
handouts we used for Drayer. I can just copy those.
Mmmm, no, because, as I recall, those have “Drayer Group” printed on them.
Yes, actually, I think, you’re right. Well, I’ll find the original file, and delete that bit, then
print a new set.
Great, that would be a big help.
(Man B)
(Woman)
(Man B)
(Woman)
(20 seconds)
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(Man A)
Questions 41 and 42 refer to the following conversation.
(Man A)
(Woman)
Good morning, Mayfield Properties, how can I help you?
Good morning. I’m looking for a flat in this area, and I’ve just seen your advertisement in
the newspaper for one on Woodridge Road – can you tell me if it’s still available?
Yes, it is. We’ve had a few calls about it, but no one has actually viewed it yet.
I see. Well, can you tell me a bit about it?
Yes, it’s quite spacious, with two large bedrooms, and a good size living room. It’s on the
fifth floor of a newer building, and it has a wonderful view. But the best thing about it is
the location; it’s very close to the shops and the train station.
That sounds very interesting. When could I come and see it?
Well, anytime this afternoon would be all right.
Would one o’clock be OK?
Yes, that would be fine.
(Man A)
(Woman)
(Man A)
(Woman)
(Man A)
(Woman)
(Man A)
(20 seconds)
(Man A)
Questions 43 and 44 refer to the following conversation.
(Man B)
Hello Jane? This is Robert. Listen, I’m on my way to the meeting, but I just realised I
took the wrong report with me. I’m wondering if you can find the original on my computer,
and email a copy to me so I can get it on my laptop and print it when I get there.
Sure, that’s no problem. What’s the name of the file?
It’s called “First quarter summary dot doc”.
Hang on a second …. right, there it is. I’m attaching it to an email … and …. there, I’ve
just sent it. If there’s a problem, call me back and I can try sending it again.
Great. Thanks a lot, Jane.
No problem. Good luck!
(Woman)
(Man B)
(Woman)
(Man B)
(Woman)
(20 seconds)
(Man A)
Questions 45 and 46 refer to the following conversation.
(Man A)
(Woman)
(Man A)
Have you heard the latest about Trident Industries?
No. What's going on?
It's finally official. They announced this morning that they’re laying off eleven hundred
workers, and shutting down all their plants by the end of the year.
That’s a shock. Does Dan know about this?
Yes, I was just talking about it with him. And needless to say, both he and I are pretty
happy that the deal we were discussing with them last autumn didn't go through.
(Woman)
(Man A)
(20 seconds)
(Man A)
Questions 47 and 48 refer to the following conversation.
(Woman)
Hi Jim, come on in. I just wanted to take a look at some of the budget items for your
department for the next year. We’re trying to get all this tied up.
Fine Rita, what items did you want to discuss?
Well, the sorting machine for one thing. It seems the machine needs permanent
supervision from engineers. That costs a lot of money.
That’s true, but there’s not really much we can do about it. The machine is old and
breaks down a lot. That’s why we need engineers there all the time. Obviously that’s
expensive, but we’ve calculated that it would cost a lot more to invest in a new machine.
Well you’d know better than me, but I’m not sure we can afford to do that right now.
I see. Well maybe you could let me see your figures on that.
Certainly. I’ll get them to you later this morning. Was there anything else?
(Man A)
(Woman)
(Man A)
(Woman)
(Man A)
(20 seconds)
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(Man A)
Questions 49 and 50 refer to the following conversation.
(Woman)
Good morning, one of my colleagues will be leaving next week, and we'd like to arrange a
dinner party for her. I'm wondering if you might be able to accommodate a group of
fifteen or so on Friday evening, at about seven.
Fifteen for Friday evening? We could probably seat you all together in the main dinning
room, but for such a large party, perhaps you'd be interested in renting our private party
room. It'll hold fifteen people very comfortably.
Oh? I wasn't aware you had a party room. How much does it cost?
We have a couple of options: you can rent it at a flat rate of a hundred pounds for the
evening, which includes the services of three waiters. Food isn’t included, but you'll be
able to order anything off the standard menu. For an additional fifteen pounds per
person, we can offer a special buffet menu that includes several appetisers, main
courses, desserts and soft drinks.
The buffet sounds good. Just to make sure I've got it right: the buffet option is a hundred
pounds for the room, and then an additional fifteen pounds per person. Does that include
taxes and service?
Yes, that includes everything.
(Man B)
(Woman)
(Man B)
(Woman)
(Man B)
(20 seconds)
(Man A)
Part 4
Instructions
In Part 4 of the test you will hear a series of recordings. In your test book there are TWO
questions for each recording.
There are 5 recordings, giving a total of ten questions (numbers 51−60). Now listen for the first
recording.
(Man A)
Questions 51 and 52 refer to the following recording.
(Woman)
Thank you for calling EXS Overnight Shipping. We’re glad you have chosen us for your
shipping needs. If you are calling to schedule a pick−up of an envelope, press 'one.' If
you are calling to schedule a pick up of a package, press 'two.' If you are calling to trace
a package, press 'three.' If you are calling to order EXS packaging materials, press 'four.'
If you are calling about a billing issue, press 'five.' If you would like to speak to an EXS
Overnight Shipping customer representative, press 'six.' To hear this menu again, press
'seven.'
(20 seconds)
(Man A)
Questions 53 and 54 refer to the following recording.
(Man A)
And that brings us to the end of tonight’s show. I hope you’ve enjoyed listening to my
guest, Mr Bob Bratton, successful stockbroker, Wall Street insider and author of the
current bestseller, Tearing Down the Wall Around Wall Street. I hope you’ll join me again
tomorrow night for another edition of “Inside Business,” when my guest will be the CEO of
Nippon Semiconductors, Mr Yoshi Tanaka. Good night, I’m Bernie Morgan and thanks
again for listening to “Inside Business.”
(20 seconds)
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(Man A)
Questions 55 and 56 refer to the following recording.
(Man B)
Alpha Bank has announced that it has opened merger talks with Union Bank, to form a
new bank called Alpha Union International, which would have its headquarters in London.
Analysts say the new bank would enjoy the combined benefits of Alpha’s strengths in
Europe and Union’s strengths in the US and Latin America. The two banks have worked
together previously on a number of joint ventures, including the financing of a major
pipeline construction project in Uzbekistan. Shares of Alpha Bank closed yesterday at
eleven pounds, up sixty pence from the day before.
(20 seconds)
(Man A)
Questions 57 and 58 refer to the following recording.
(Woman)
The continuing drought in the South is expected to cut the nation's cotton crop by up to
twenty percent compared to last year, according to the latest projection from the
Department of Agriculture. Less cotton was planted this year, in response to a
three−year decline in prices, but droughts and extreme heat have reduced this year's
expected harvest even further. China, meanwhile, is also experiencing bad weather, but
at the opposite extreme − too much rain. Flooding in China's prime cotton producing
areas is expected to reduce the harvest significantly, although no official estimates have
so far been released. The world decline in cotton production is expected to push up
prices for raw cotton, which will be reflected in a rise in prices of cotton goods such as
t−shirts.
(20 seconds)
(Man A)
Questions 59 and 60 refer to the following recording.
(Man B)
Good afternoon, and thank you for coming. As you have no doubt heard, the company is
about to embark on a major reorganisation. Our aim is to reduce costs and improve
efficiency. One approach we are taking is to identify redundant areas that can be
consolidated, so we are planning to integrate two of our divisions: the Mobile
Communications systems division, and Personal Computing Systems. We are also
looking into the possible introduction of new lower−cost manufacturing techniques, as
well as ways to extend our sales activities and improve our business planning. One thing
I can promise, however, is that our plans do not at the moment include any plant closures
or job cuts.
(20 seconds)
(Man A)
This is the end of the ELSA Listening Test. Put down your pencil and wait for instructions
from the supervisor.
(2 seconds)
(Man A)
End of Recording.
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ELSA Listening Practice Test 1
Answer Key
Part 1
Part 3
Question
Answer
Question
Answer
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
B
C
A
B
B
C
A
A
C
B
A
C
B
A
C
B
C
A
C
B
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
B
D
A
B
C
D
C
B
B
C
A
A
D
A
A
C
D
A
Part 2
Part 4
Question
Answer
Question
Answer
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
A
C
A
D
D
A
C
B
B
D
C
C
51
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
60
D
C
C
C
A
D
B
A
B
B
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ELSA Reading Practice Test 1
Answer Key
Part 1
Part 3
Question
Answer
Question
Answer
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
C
B
D
A
A
B
D
C
C
C
D
A
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
B
D
C
B
B
B
D
A
C
B
B
C
A
D
D
Part 2
Part 4
Question
Answer
Question
Answer
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
B
D
A
B
C
C
B
B
A
C
D
B
B
B
C
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
60
D
A
B
D
A
A
C
A
B
C
B
C
C
D
C
C
D
B
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© LCCI CET 2002
London Chamber of Commerce and Industry Examinations Board
English Language Skills Assessment Tests
Score Report
Name:
A CANDIDATE
Date of Birth:
ID Number:
Test Location:
Test Date:
05 February 1979
500749447
Germany
November xxxx
Score Achieved
Level
LISTENING (Out of 250)
234
SUPERIOR
READING (Out of 250)
210
ADVANCED HIGH
Combined Score (Out of 500)
444
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Level Descriptions
LISTENING
SUPERIOR – Understanding of most speech in standard dialect on familiar and unfamiliar topics is
reasonably complete. Has good awareness of appropriate levels of language. Can easily follow
complex extended speech although highly colloquial language or language with many cultural
references may still cause problems.
READING
ADVANCED HIGH - Can understand complex and extended texts in areas of special interest or
competence. Can follow the essentials of abstract or literary texts where the subject matter is
unfamiliar. Occasional misunderstanding will occur where the material is highly complex or
abstract.
IMPORTANT:
This is not a certificate.
Date of Issue: 21 November xxxx
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