Listening Section

In this section of the test, you will have the chance to show how well you
understand spoken English. There are four parts to this section with special
directions for each part.

Part I. Pictures
Questions : 1to 3.
Directions :
For each item, there is a picture in your test book and four short statements about it on the
tape. They are spoken TWICE, and are not written out on your test book, so you must listen
carefully. You must choose one statement - (A), (B), (C), or (D) - that best describes the
picture. Then, on your answer sheet, mark your choice.
Example:
Look at the following picture.
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

Now, listen to the following statements.

The girl is standing near the field.
The boys are working in the field.
The children are playing a game.
The boy is holding the ball.

Choice (C) - "The children are playing a game" - best describes what is seen in the picture.
Therefore, you should mark (C) on your answer sheet.
Let's begin with question number one.
1.

2.

D
3.
D
D
D
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D

Part II. Questions-Responses Question : 4 to 6.

Directions :
In this part of the test, you will hear several questions spoken in English, followed by three
responses, also spoken in English. The questions and responses will be spoken TWICE. They
will not be printed in your test book, so you must listen carefully to understand what the
speakers say. You have to choose the best response to each question.
Now listen to a sample question:
You will hear

Woman : When did you send the fax to Mr. Rafael?

You will also hear Man

:
A. About an hour ago.
B. I met him in his office.
C. I think tomorrow is better
D.
Choice (A) - " About an hour ago."- is the best response to the question "When did
you send the fax to Mr. Rafael?" Therefore, you should mark (A) on your answer
sheet.

4.

Mark your answer on your answer sheet.

5.

Mark your answer on your answer sheet.

6.

Mark your answer on your answer sheet.

Part III. Short Conversations

Questions :7 to 10.
Directions :
In this part of the test, you wi ll hear several short conversations. You will hear the
conversations TWICE. The conversations will not be printed in your test book , so you must
listen carefully to understand what the speakers say.
In your test book, you will read a question about each conversation. The question will be
followed by four answers. You have to choose the best answer to each question, and mark it
on your answer sheet.
Example:
You will hear :
Man
Woman
family.
Man
Woman
home?
Man
You will read
A.
B.
C.
D.

: Oh, finally it's time to go home.

: Yeah, and I have to go home and cook dinner for my
: Do you cook dinner every night?
: Certainly. And what do you like to do after going back
: I usually listen to music and sometimes I go out with my friends.

: What are they talking about?

Their activities after work.
Their hobbies and interests.
Their duty in the office.
Their work activities.

Choice (A)- "Their activities after work." - is the best answer to the question, "What are they
talking about?" Therefore, you should mark (A) on your answer sheet.
7.

When does the woman get up?

A. At 7.
B. At 8.45.
C. At the office.
D. Underground .

8.

What is the dialogue about?

A. A complaint.
B. An arrangement.
C. A reservation.
D. A bargain.

9.

What did the man ask the woman?

A. Can he pa y by credit card?
B. Can he pay in cash?
C. Can she accept money ?
D. Is she afraid of the card?

10.

What are they talking about?

A. How to get a promotion in the company.
B. Looking for another employee.
C. The promotion of a new employee.
D. A reason to quit a job.

Part IV. Short Talks

Questions :11to 15. Directions :
In this part of the test, you will hear several short talks. Each will be spoken TWICE. They will
not be printed in your test book, so you must listen carefully to understand and remember
what is said.
In your test book, you will read two or more questions about each short talk. Each question
wi ll be followed by four answers. You have to choose the best answer to each question and
mark it on your answer sheet.
Questions 11to 13 refer to the following procedure.
11.

What is the procedure about?

A. An instruction to push a button.
B. Instructions to operate a tape recorder.
C. How to adjust the volume.
D. How to listen to a recording.

12.

What will you do after pushing the record button?

A. Adjust the volume.
B. Speak into the microphone.
C. Put the tape in the machine.
D. Push PLAY to listen to the recording.

13.

Why do we push PLAY button?

A. To rewind the tape.
B. To listen to the recording.
C. To adjust the volume.
D. To record the voice.
Questions 14 and 15 refer to the following advertisement.

14.

What is advertised?
A. Package service.
B. Delivery Agent.
C. Company's Catalogue.
D. US Continental.

15.

How much should the customer pay for two-day service in Hawaii?
A. US $6.
B. US $8.
C. US $9.
D. US $19.

Reading Section
Questions 16 to 20: choose the inappropriate structure in the following sentences or dialogs
below.
16.

17.

18.

Marcel

: What do you think about the weather today?

A
B
Angelina : It is the worst than it was yesterday .
CD
My bag is big and thick, where cover is black and white with a small blue line. I like it
very much.
A
B
C
D
My new secretary is very Smart. She has blonde long hair and blue eyes. She is tall

and slim.
A

D
19.

20.

Andi

:This coat looks great! What do you think?

A
Agung: If I were you, I will buy it. I like the colour.
B
C
D
Woman : I'm tiring of having car problems.
A
Man
: Did your car break down again?
B
Woman : No. I ran out of gas but the indicator didn't work .
C
D
Questions 21 to 23 refer to the following text.
From
Sent
To
Subject

:DIGICAM
:Monday, 1April 9:20-11:32 A.M .
:Gavin Realtor
: Your pictures are ready

Dear Customer,
Thank you for using DIGICAM. Your digital photos are ready. Please pick them up at
Cherry Mall. The total cost is $28.92. If you are unhappy with your pictures, please
call us at 555-4756. Enjoy your photos.
Sincerely,
The DIGICAM photo team
21.

22.

23.

What type of correspondence is this?

A. A cover letter.
B. A resume.
C. A memo.
D. A fax.
Where can customers get their photos?
A. At DIGICAM .
B. At Cherry Mall.
C. In the team base.
D. In Gavin Realtor's place.
If the customers do not like their photos, what can they do?
A. Return their photos anywhere.
B. Call Cherry Mall.
C. Contact DIGICAM.
D. Ask for a refund directly.

Questions 24 to 26 refer to the following text.

Exxon Mobil Corporation (Exxon Mobil) Profile

Exxon Mobil Corporation (Exxon Mobil) is a manufacturer and marketer of commodity
petrochemicals, including olefins, aromatics, polyethylene and polypropylene plastics
and a range of specialty products. It also has interests in electric power generation
facilities. The Company has a number of divisions affiliated with names that include
Exxon Mobile, Exxon, Esso or Mobil. Division s and affiliated companies of Exxon Mobil
operate or market products in the United States and other countries of the world. Their
principal business is energy, involving exploration and production of crude oil and
natural gas, manufacture of petroleum products and transportation, and sale of crude
oil, natural gas and petroleum products. In October 20 11, Cosan SA Industria e
Comercio bought the distribution assets of Exxon Mobil in Bolivia, Paraguay and
Uruguay. In January 2012, Apache Corporation acquired Exxon Mobil's Mobil North Sea
Limited assets including the Beryl field and related properties.
24.

What is Exxon Mobil Corporation principal business?

A.
B.
C.
D.

Cars.
Energy.
Cellular phone.
Foods and beverages.

25.

When did Apache Corporation acquire Exxon Mobil 's Mobil North Sea Limited assets?
A. In October 20 12.
B. In October 2011.
C. In January 20 12.
D. In January 20 11.

26.

In how many countries did Cosan SA Industria e Comercio buy the distribution assests
of Exxon Mobil ?
A. Three.
B. Four.
C. Five.
D. Six.

Questions 27 and 28 refer to the following text.

I began my first job in January of2008 in Volkswagen China Investment Company as
an intern. After a six-month internship, 1 officially joined Volkswagen as a fulltime employee. In December of that year, I was promoted to be an administration
officer, and I worked in the administration department for the next 2 years, until
February 2010. My main responsibilities in the administration department were
purchasing office facilities and stationery, selecting local vendors through public
bidding, issuing invitation letters for German colleagues, booking airplane tickets and
hotels and selecting travel agents. The most valuable knowledge I learned from this
job is how to work in a multinational company like Volkswagen. I learned how to
organize my daily schedule, how to arrange administrative
services for
my
colleagues efficiently and effectively, how to communicate and cooperate with
people who come from different cultural background, and how to optimize and
allocate resources on hand .
27.

When did the writer get his first full-time job?

A. In December 2002.
B. After a six-month internship.
C. Six months after he was promoted.
D. After he had served Volkswagen for two years.

28.

"I officially joined Volkswagen ..." (in line 2) The underlined word is closest in meaning
to ....
A. finally
B. formally
C. formerly
D. primarily

Questions 29 to 31 refer to the following text.

As you know, this is the first time the City Drama Awards will be hosted at this theater.
Although you're our most experienced staff members, I arranged today's training
because the seating procedures will be different from what we usually do here. Most
guests will have tickets, but you'll be seating the nominees at tables in the front. I'm
passing out a chart that shows how the tables will be arranged and where the
nominees will sit. Please familiarize yourself with it before the ceremony.
29.

What is the text about?

A. The procedure of managing a training.
B. A training for nominees.
C. Members of a training.
D. A preparation for an event.

30.

Why are listeners receiving special training?

A. Some procedures have been changed.
B. They will be arranging furniture.

C. They will be conducting a drama.

D. Some performances have been rescheduled.
31.

What is the closest meaning of the word "familiarize"?

A. Simplify.
B. Summarize.
C. Customize.
D. Criticize.

Questions 32 to 41, choose the appropriate option to complete the dialogue.

32.
Cyntia
: I'm having problem with my printer. It wont start.
Technician : Have you checked the connection? ...
A. You could help me fix it.
B. The program is being closed.
C. There is no problem with me.
D. The cords might be unplugged.
33.

Waiter
: Welcome to Le Caston. ...?
Anna : Orange squash with little sugar, please.
A. Do you need something to eat
B. What would you like to drink
C. Would you just pay it in cash
D. How would you like your meal

34.

Daniel: This place is too noisy. I need to find a quiet one to finish my tasks.
Sinta : ... You can also find many references there.
A. Why dont you take a rest?
B. I could meet you in your office.
C. You should turn on the radio.
D. How about the library?

35.

Wati : What do you do on Sunday morning?

Santi : ... Seeing blooming flowers makes me more relaxed.
A. I watch TV program about farming.
B. I water the plants in the garden.
C. I do some exercises in the gym.
D. I go cycling to the beach.

36.

Fauzan
: What are you going to do after finishing your school? Will you
continue to the university?
Farhan
: ... My family needs to be supported.
A. I would rather find a j ob than study.
B. I like studying in the college better than working.
C. I prefer staying at home to going somewhere.
D. I finish my study at the university.

37.

Adrian: There is a problem with this camera. It doesn't work...?

Hadi : I'm not sure I can fix it. Let's find a repair shop.
A. Do you know how to use it
B. Would you mind checking it out
C. Can you take some pictures for me
D. Will you show me the instruction

38.

Hana : I really want to continue my study, but my parents can't afford it.
Safa : What will you do then?
A. If I had a good chance, I would try it.
B. If I get a scholarship, r will enter the college.
C. If my parents permit me, I will enter the university.
D. If I studied hard, I could pass the examination.

39.

Rully : What will you do in the next school holiday?

Chilla : ... and I have booked favorite places to visit.
A. I will try to get a part-time job
B. I will go on a vacation

C. I will just stay at home.

D. I will meet my grandparents.
40.

Benny : How was his short speech?

Yanny :
A. It was very meaningful.
B. The speaker is very sad.
C. He has read many texts.
D. It was very lucky.

41.

Jane : Where's John?

Joe
: He's in the kitchen now.... We'll have special guest tonight.
A. He's cooking the dinner.
B. He's having breakfast.
C. We're having lunch together.
D. We're eating our meal.

Questions 42 to 44: complete the following text with the words provided.
Memorandum
To
From
Sub

: Supervisors
: Judy Linguist, Human Resource Manager
: Probation periods

As of January 1st all new employees will be subject to a three-month probationary

period. Medical holiday, and flexitime benefits will not (42) ... to new staff members
until the full three months has expired. (43) ... the three months has been completed,
please contact your employees and inform them that their probationary period bas
ended. The HR department will inform you by email two days in advance to remind
you of the date. Thank you for your (44) ... cooperation.
42.
A. Apply
B. show
C. cause
D. involve
43.
A.
B.
C.
D.

After
On
At
To

A.
B.
C.
D.

less
nice
worst
late

44.

Questions 45 to 47: complete the following text with the words provided.
ANNOUNCEMENT
All users must always wear suitable eye protection. You are not (45) ... to wear
contact lenses in chemistry laboratory: any corrosive gas or liquid that permeates to
the rear of the lens can do irreparable damage.
If you are working (46) ... corrosive or other dangerous material, gogles or a face
mask should be worn well. You must wear gloves if you are handling material that is
corrosive or (47)... . by skin absorption or capable of causing an allergic reaction. If
your hair is Ion it must be ke t under control to avoid fire hazard or caught in motor.

45.
A.
B.
C.
D.

followed
allowed
prohibited
protected

A.
B.
C.
D.

to
up
for
from

A.
B.
C.
D.

flammable
important
dangerous
healthy

46.

47.

Questions 48 to 50: complete the following text with the words provided.
CAKRA Buana Hotel
Come and enjoy our luxury and hospitality.
We are located in the heart of Yogyakarta on Malioboro Street, near Sultan's Palace.
We have 10 convention rooms fully (48) ... with the Internet services
plus HOTSPOT/WI Fl.
We have 200 suitable rooms with variety of accommodation: superior, deluxe,
junior suite and executive suite fully equipped as for a 5 star international hotel
standard.
(49) ... your business and relaxation, CAKRA Buana Hotel offers: Calera Coffee Shop,
24-hour room service, swimming pool, spa and aroma therapy , 24-hour security,
(50) ... parking area, shuttle service to the airport, banking, travel office, money
changer, and shopping arcades.
We have well trained and experienced staff who will do their best to fulfill your
wants and needs.
48.
A.
B.
C.
D.

equipped
complained
confirmed
ordered

A.
B.
C.
D.

From
For
With
Over

A.
B.
C.
D.

conscious
serious
spacious
various

49.

50.