Section A

11.
Man: Excuse me, do you have change for a ten-dollar note? I need to pay the parking meter.
Woman: I’m sorry. But I think you can get it through the money changer, in the shopping center across the street.

Question: What is the man trying to do?

12.
Man: Can you recommend something that a school boy of seven or eight will really like?
Woman: I suggest this toy train, sir. It’s an excellent brand, very popular, all over the world these days.

Question: What is the man doing?

13.
Woman: Do you let people know when you are taking pictures of them?
Man: I try not to. You know, any picture of a person who poses for the camera would look dull and unnatural.

Question:  What are the speakers talking about?

14.
Woman: I need to talk to someone who knows Baltimore well. I’m told you lived there.
Man:  Oh, but I was really young at the time.

Question:  What does the man mean?

15.
Woman: Aren’t you disappointed that you didn’t get the promotion?
Man: Maybe a little. But I know I need more experience before I’m ready for that kind of responsibility.

Question:  What do we learn about the man from this conversation?

16.
Woman: I’ve been working out the gym since January. I was a bit out of shape.
Man:   You look terrific! It seems that your effort has paid off.

Question:  What does the man imply about the woman?

17.
Woman: Prof. Clark suggested that I get a tutor for advanced physics.
Man:   Well, that might help. Advanced physics is a pretty difficult course.

Question:  What does the man mean?

18.
Woman: Bill, have you heard the latest news? It appears we two won’t be laid off after all.
Man:   Oh, I’m somewhat tired of working here. I’ve been wondering whether I should resign. Anyway, the news seems to be good for you.

Question:  How does the man feel about the news?