Short Conversations

1. A. The woman should go on playing chess.

2. D. Mary probably knows Sally’s new address.

3. B. His notes are not easy to read.

4. D. The man had better choose another restaurant.

5 .C. He has been looking forward to spring.

6. B. The man appreciates the woman’s help.

7. B. Go to work on foot.

8. A. Temporary closing has disturbed the airport’s operation.

Conversion one

9. C. It has a chemical processing plant.

10. D. He’s a salesman.

11.C. Mr. Grand’s personal assistance.

12. B. Provide details of their products and services.

Conversion two

13. A. She listened to recordings of many European orchestras.

14. D. She began taking violin lessons as a small child.

15. A. It was the chance of a lifetime.

Passage One

16. B) His personal history is little known.

17. D) He was a member of the town council.

18. C) Possible sources of clues about him were lost in a fire.

Passage Two

19. A) Theft.

20. B) Have the right documents.

21. B) Use official transport.

Passage 3

22. C) Sell inexpensive products.

23. A) At a meeting of top British businesspeople.

24. D) Insulted.

25. B) There should be a limit to one's sense of humour

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33. take into account

34. misleading

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