T5L Full Test Script

Part 1

Directions: In Part 1 of the test, you will be shown 6 photographs and hear four statements about each photograph. The statements will be marked (A). (B), (C), and (D). All statements will be spoken only once and not written down. For each photograph, choose the statement that accurately describes what can be seen in the photograph.

Look at a sample photograph.

Listen to the four statements.

Statement (C), “Palm-trees are planted along the waterfront.” is the most accurate description of what can be seen in the photograph. Therefore, you should mark your answer choice (C).

This part will now start with Question 1. Select your answers as you listen.

Question 01

Question 02

Question 03

Question 04

Question 05

Question 06

PART 2

Directions: In Part 2 of the test, you will listen to 25 questions, each followed by three potential responses. The responses will be marked (A), (B), and (C). All questions and responses will be spoken only once and not written down. For each question, choose the response that accurately answers it.

This part will now start with Question 7. Select your answers as you listen.

7. Where should I put the extra extension cords?

8. How often should the windows be washed?

9. I’d be happy to make you dinner.

10. Which shoes fit you best?

11. Is this the theater box office?

12. Where is the entrance to the parking garage?

13. Do you have the key to the meeting room or should I ask someone else?

14. Did not submit a proposal yet?

15. Would you please help Janet move that table?

16. What style of dress do you want to buy?

17. When is the new department store scheduled to open?

18. The advertisement has been effective, hasn’t it.

19. How can I help out?

20. Why hasn’t the delivery person come all this week?

21. I don’t expect to be able to finish this work in time.

22. Shall we ship this package in an express or normal rate?

23. Why don’t you buy a new suit for the presentation?

24. Where can I call a taxi?

25. We had dinner at the new Italian restaurant last night.

26. The merger hasn’t been finalized yet, has it?

27. Who is on the convention center?

28. Don’t you need to get to the airport at least three hours early?

29. Why don’t we take a tour of the house?

30. How long has this company been in business?

31. Jonathan knows the sales figures.

PART 3

Directions: In Part 3 of the test, you will listen to 13 conversations. Every conversation will be followed by three questions about it. Each question will have four answer choices marked (A), (B), (C), and (D). Each conversation will be spoken only once and not written out. For each question, choose the answer choice that accurately answers it.

A: Ms. Porter the package that you sent to the advertising agency in Tokyo was returned today. It seems that you sent it to the wrong address.
B: Actually, I received an email from the Tokyo office today, informing me that they relocated the office yesterday. I wish they had told me earlier.
A: Well, that’s unfortunate. It seems unfair that you had to pay for the postage, it must have been expensive to send such a large package.
B: Yes, it was. I’m going to request that the company in Tokyo pay me back.

32. What are the speakers discussing?

33. What problem does the woman mention?

34. What does the woman say she will do?

A: This is Mike Judge, your host for the morning news here QQBC 99.5. Today our guest is business leader Karen Chambers. She recently opened a chain of health food stores across the state. How do you get the idea Ms. Chambers?
B: Well, I majored in food and nutrition and I minored in business administration. So, my goal was to utilize what I learned in college to open a successful company.
A: Oh, I see. What factor do you think has contributed most to the success of your chain of stores?
B: I think it’s due to the recent trend of people showing enormous interest in health and fitness.

35. Who most likely is the woman?

36. What did the woman want to do?

37. According to the woman, what is the main reason for her success?

A: Hello. I am here because I am interested in buying an instrument. My son just turned seven years old today and I thought it would be a great birthday present. Could you give me some advice on what to buy?
B: Well, I usually suggest that children stop by learning the piano. String instruments such as guitars or violins can be difficult for children to hold. On the other hand, a piano was fine for children as they can learn musical principles easily.
A: I see. However, do you think my son is too young to begin learning an instrument?
B: Not at all. Actually, children can learn as young as three years old. Here is a pamphlet that will give you some information about the lessons for children that we offer.

38. Where most likely are the speakers?

39. What does the woman suggest doing?

40. What does the woman give the man?

A: Steve, did you know that this month there was a slight decrease in the number of viewers for our show? I’m worried our new host, Jim Cruise, isn’t very popular with viewers.
B: I know. I was expecting a lot more viewers. I think we need to spend more money on advertising.
A: I see. Maybe a lot of people are just unaware of the show. I’ll get in touch with an advertising agency right away.
B: Thanks. Tell me if you need any assistance.

41. Who most likely are the speakers?

42. According to the woman, what is the reason for the problem?

43. What solution does the man suggest?

A: Good morning Ms. Spencer. Why did you come to work particularly early today? Usually I am the only one here at this time.
B: Well, I have to leave work early today in order to attend my sister’s wedding. So, I came in early. By the way, do you think you could do me a favor?
A: Sure, I’d be happy to. What seems to be the problem?
B: The stapler ran out of staples. Do you think you could bring me some more from the supply closet on the second floor? I have something to do right now.

44. What does the man ask about?

45. What will the woman do after work?

46. What will the man probably do next?

A: Marcus, have you finished designing the layout for our new online clothing store? I’m really excited to start selling our clothes online as well as at the offline store. Can I see the website?
B: Sure, but there are still a few changes I would like to make. I’m worried that some customers might get confused while navigating the website. I think I need to simplify the interface more. What do you think?
A: Actually, I like it the way it is. I don’t think it’s too confusing. However, I think we need to add more photographs of the products. If customers can’t see exactly how the products look they might be discouraged from making a purchase online.

47. Where do the speakers work?

48. What does the man want to do with the website?

49. What does the woman suggest doing?

A: Hi Sarah! I’m making plans for the next business conference in the summer. What venues would you recommend?
B: I think High Wind Hotel has great conference rooms and all the necessary equipment you might need. I’ve planned seminars as well as weddings there and they always do a great job.
A: All right, I’ll give them a call and reserve their spaces today.
B: Did you release a newsletter about it yet.
A: No, I just want to confirm the venues first and then we’ll start sending out emails and newsletters.
B: Great! Let me know if you need any help.
A: Thanks. In fact, can you take a look at the draft I’m working on. I’d like your opinion on it.

50. What does the man talk about?

51. What does the woman mention about the venue?

52. What does the woman offer to do?

A: Excuse me Mrs. Stevenson, do you have a minute to discuss the new contract you offered me?
B: Actually, I’m on my way to appointment. Is there a problem with the contract?
A: Actually, there is. The vacation time is much lower on the new contract and I had planned a trip to Europe this summer.
B: I see. Have you already paid for your flights and accommodation?
A: Yes, I have. I had been planning it for months. It is a large amount of money.
B: I see. I’m sure we can work it out. I think I can extend your old contract until after your vacation. I don’t want you to lose your money. Come to my office at around 3 P.M. today, and we will try to work something out.

53. What are the speakers mainly discussing?

54. What does the woman mean when she says “I’m on my way to appointment”?

55. What does the woman want to know?

A: Hi Beth. Do you like amusement parks.
B: Yeah, I really like them!
A: Some of us from the accounting department are going to Dreamworld on Saturday for team bonding day.
B: Oh, really? I’ve never been there before. I had some plans this Saturday, but I can easily change them. What time are you thinking of going?
A: We should meet around 10 A.M. at central station. It’ll be much easier to take the subway, because it’s hard to find parking at the amusement park.
B: OK, sounds good. I will book all of the tickets on my credit card online, so we don’t have to wait in the line.

56. What does the man imply when he says “Some of us from the accounting department are going to Dreamworld on Saturday for a team bonding day”?

57. What does the woman say about her plans?

58. What does the woman offer to do?

A: Are you guys ready? We need to leave shortly, because the show starts an hour. The traffic will be very busy.
B: Yeah, we better go soon. I’m so excited! I’ve never seen a Broadway show before. I’ll call John and see if he is ready to go or not.
A: Tell him I can pick him up with my car on the way there, otherwise he has to take the subway and that will take a long time.
B: Yeah, you’re right! I will text him and let him know we’re on the way.
C: Do not text him! I will just call him now and let him know. Oh, and Judy, I will give you some money for parking, because it is quite expensive at the theater.

59. Where are the speakers planning to go?

60. What does the woman offer to do?

61. What does the man offer to give to the woman?

A: Okay! The body wash set on special today is sixty eight dollars. Do you have a customer loyalty card?
B: I have a discount coupon. I want to use while it’s still valid. It’s in my bag. Here it is!
A: OK. Hmm… it’s not registering on the computer. Let me try to figure this out.
B: Wait a minute! Oh, I see what the problem is. I don’t have enough items. Let me get more things and I will be right back.
A: No problem! I will hold this stuff at the counter for you, while you take a look.

62. What does the woman ask?

63. Look at the graphic. Why is the gift card rejected?

64. What does the woman offer to do?

A: Did you hear about the network closures next week?
B: Mr. Brownson got the email about this yesterday. They need to upgrade our network, so we can update our software next month.
A: Oh, OK. But why would they put the second floor off line at one o’clock? They’re usually so busy during that period. I don’t understand why they would schedule it like that. They should do it on their lunch break.
B: Hmm… Good point. You should go to talk to the manager. I’m sure he would agree with you, and then he can get the schedule changed.
A: Yeah, I will. I think I’d better tell him now, so we can arrange it.

65. What is happening next month?

66. Look at the graphic. Which department is on the 2nd floor?

67. What does the man suggest the woman do?

A: Hello, I’m traveling to Barcelona, Spain on business next month. I’d like to use my mileage points to upgrade my seat.
B; Of course! Can you please tell me your “Jen Air” membership number?
A: OK. It’s JA-388739.
B: Give me a minute as I bring up your information. Oh, I’m sorry you don’t have enough points to upgrade for this trip.
A: Oh! That’s too bad. How many points do I need?
B: About 20,000 more points. You should have enough to upgrade off your trip to Spain however.
A: Oh, that’s so disappointing! I’ll have to come to terms with waiting another few months before that upgrade then.

68. Why does the woman call?

69. Look at the graphic. How many points does the woman currently have?

70. What does the man ask the woman to tell him?

PART 4

Directions: In Part 4 of the test, you will listen to 10 talks. Every talk will be followed by three questions about it. Each question will have four answer choices marked (A), (B), (C), and (D). Each talk will be spoken only once and not written out. For each question, choose the answer choice that accurately answers it.

Hello. My name is Rick Dunn. I was in your store today and I’m worried I may have left my wallet there. Earlier today I was in the home furniture section looking at some couches. I think my wallet may have slipped out of my pocket, while sitting on one of the couches. If you could please look for it, I would really appreciate it. I’d like to stop by your store when you open it at 9A.M. tomorrow. I hope you have good news for me. My phone number is 023-555-6541. Thank you in advance!

71. Who is the message probably for?

72. According to the speaker, when does he think he lost his wallet?

73. What does the speaker plan to do?

Welcome to the gold museum of ancient artifacts. I’ll be a guide today for the ancient Egypt Exhibit. The majority of the artifacts you’ll see today are being put on public display for the first time. In particular, this exhibit features the everyday objects used by ancient Egyptian people. These items include jewelry, pots and kitchen utensils. After this tour you can purchase a book in a gift shop that includes photographs of the artifacts with more detailed background information explaining the origins.

74. Who most likely is the speaker?

75. What is mentioned about the exhibit?

76. According to the speaker, how can listeners receive more information?

Attention passengers!
Our arrival in Chicago is expected to be somewhat behind schedule. Due to the heavy snow fall, a bus driver must use appropriate caution and drive at a slower speed. Therefore, will probably be arriving an hour later than our scheduled arrival time which is 5 P.M. Although the circumstances are out of our control we do apologize for any inconvenience that may cause you.

We’d like to remind passengers that this bus offers a free wifi connection. This is just one of the amenities that make riding with us more comfortable, than with our competitors.

77. What has caused the problem?

78. According to the speaker, when is the bus scheduled to arrive at the destination?

79. What does the bus provide to passengers?

Good afternoon dedicated listeners! You’re listening to the weekly broadcast of “World Table”, the program that explores culinary traditions from all around the world. On today show our guest is Cindy Mills renown documentary producer. Ms. Mills is going to speak about her new documentary food and life of China.

She produced a documentary, while visiting traditional Chinese restaurants, and interview chefs and restaurant patrons. If you visit the website at www.tmostation.com you can view a trailer for the documentary.

80. Who is being introduced?

81. What is the documentary about?

82. According to the speaker, what can listeners find on the website?

Great news everybody.
Quarterly profits are up twenty three percent. The introduction of a new range of body washes has exceeded all of our expectations. Our other products have continued to sell well, particularly, off facial creams and hand creams. Last month our products were featuring on Vibe magazine and they had a three page story on the quality of the manufacturing process. This must have help with us sells increase. We’re expecting more media exposure in the following months and the release of several new products. How about that?

I’m proud of all the work you’ve put into this quarter. Let’s keep it up.

83. What type of products are being discussed?

84. According to the speaker, what happened last month?

85. What does the woman mean when she says “How about that?”

Hello everyone. I like to announce a few changes in our procedure that are designed to save us money. Firstly, we will no longer be sending statements to clients to the post. We’ll be using email to send monthly statements. It is a simple procedure and when the software is installed I don’t think you will need any training.

This system is very straightforward. We’re also renting out the catering room and installing some refrigerators in the cafeteria, so you’ll have to start bringing your own lunches to work.

86. According to the speaker, why are changes being made?

87. What does the speaker imply when he says, “when the software is installed I don’t think you will need any training”?

88. What does the speaker tell the listeners they will have to start bringing to work?

Hi, Julia! This is Frank Walton from Human Resources. We need to post an ad this week for new dental assistant. A colleague told me you are really good at making job application ads. Have you seen the criteria for the dental assistant position? This is my first time recruiting new stuff, so I’m a little unfamiliar with some of the questions.

I would really appreciate it if you could come by my office today and teach me the criteria. Thanks.

89. What position is being advertised?

90. What does the man imply when he asks, “Have you seen the criteria for the dental assistant position?”

91. Why does the man want to meet the woman?

Hi. This message is for Ronald Benson. My name is Stewart Lawson, the manager at Rosewood Printing company. We just received an online order from you for two thousand wedding invitations with lace and gold fabric wrappings. I’m calling just to confirm the orders for two thousand invitations and not two hundred.

It is unusual to get such a large order, so I just want to make sure it is correct. Please call me back to confirm when you have a chance. We will not proceed with the order until you confirm. Also if you’re planning such a large event we have an excellent planner in the office named Shubert Mendez.

If you want to speak with him just ask for extension 12 when you call to confirm. I will make sure he gives you a free consultation.

92. Who most likely is the speaker?

93. Why most likely is the speaker calling?

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94. Look at the graphic. Who can give the listener planning advice?

Hi everybody. This is the late shift with Joey Dentonon, Freenet Radio. Today we have George Ferrelli in the studio to talk about his hit new album, which is been number one on the charts for six weeks.

Earlier today George was telling me how his album was heavily influenced by his recent move to London, and the going rock and roll scene there. You can definitely hear the British influence in the title track Frankly Speaking.

Coming up next we will discuss George’s up and coming marriage to his longtime girlfriend Cindy Pullman. Thanks for joining us today George.

95. Look at the graphic. What is the name of the guest’s new album?

96. What does the speaker say influences the guest’s music?

97. What will the guest most likely do next?

Hi everybody. Welcome to the retirement celebration of our long time president Mr. Jang. Mr. Jang has served as president for the last twenty two years and this helped build our business from its humble beginnings to a fortune five hundred company.

It’s a pleasure to host this special event in the famous Gloria Westwood Ballroom. I consider it an indication of the success we have experienced. My name is Bob Hopkins and I’ve worked for Mr. Jang for over twenty years. I consider him to be one of the most talented, honest and hard working people I know.

And I feel privileged to call him my friend. So with no further ado please put your hands together for Mr. Jang.

98. Look at the graphic. What floor are they on?

99. What is the reason for the celebration?

100. Who is Mr. Hopkins?