1. What does the woman think of the rainy days?

A. She thinks it very boring.
B. She thinks it helpful for the plants.
C. She thinks it good for playing outside.

2. What will the weather be like the next day?

A. It will rain heavily and cause a flood.
B. It will be better, but still rain.
C. It will be a sunny day.

3. Where did the man get the weather forecast?

A. From the radio.
B. From the TV.
C. From the woman.

1. How long has the writer lived in the countryside?

A. For more than 20 years.
B. For about 10 years.
C. For less than 20 years.

2. Where were the sparrows singing?

A. They were in the bedroom.
B. They were near the window.
C. They were in their home.

3. What were the swallows busy doing in the morning?

A. They were busy looking for food.
B. They were busy jumping and flying.
C. They were busy singing.

4. Can the writer see the sparrows now?

A. Yes, he can see them as usual.
B. Yes, and there are more than before.
C. No, he can't.

5. Why do the birds leave this place?

A. Because the countryside is becoming better.
B. Because they can't find food easily and people often kill them.
C. Because they can't give people more food.

1. When did his mother give Nick a bird?

A: Last Tuesday.
B: Last month.
C: Last Wednesday.

2. What does the bird eat every day?

A: Wheat.
B: Corn.
C: Rice.

1. What is the man learning to play?

A. The piano.
B. The guitar.
C. The violin.

2. What are the speakers mainly talking about?

A. A book.
B. A. desk.
C. A lamp.

3. Where are the speakers?

A. At home.
B. In an office.
C. In a hospital.

4. Who is having a cup of coffee?

A. Jean.
B. John.
C. Julia.

5. Why did the woman fail to go to the talk?

A. She had to write her report.
B. She was having a class then.
C. She had to prepare for an exam.

1. What is the probable relationship between the speakers?

A. Husband and wife.
B. Customer and salesgirl.
C. Tailor and customer.

2. What does the man think of the coat?

A. It fits him well.
B. The material is nice.
C. It is a bit too long.

3. How much will the man pay for the coat?

A. $39.95
B. $45.
C. $49.

1. Why does the woman come to the man's house?

A. To rent the house.
B. To buy the house.
C. To clean the house.

2. Which room is on the first floor?

A. The bathroom.
B. The kitchen.
C. The living room.

3. What do we know about the house?

A. It is near the beach.
B. It has three bedrooms.
C. It has a small garden.

1. How will the man go to the country?

A. By car.
B. By bus.
C. By bike.

2. What does the woman suggest the man do?

A. Take lots of photos.
B. Leave early on Sunday.
C. Pack some beautiful clothes.

3. What does the woman say about the weather at night?

A. Cool.
B. Cold.
C. Warm.

4. What will the man take?

A. A shirt.
B. A book.
C. An umbrella.

1. What did Tony like?

A. Boiled eggs.
B. Sandwiches.
C. Cold drinks.

2. When did Tony have his breakfast that day?

A. At 8:00 a.m.
B. At 9:00 a.m.
C. At 10:00 a.m.

3. Where did Tony have his breakfast that day?

A. In his police car.
B. In a café.
C. On the table.

4. Where was the microwave oven?

A. Under the table.
B. Besides the table.
C. On the table.

5. What happened to the egg in the end?

A. It was burnt.
B. It was cooked enough.
C. It fell on the ground.

1. When will the man be off?

A. 5:00.
B. 6:00.
C. 8:00.

2. How will the man go there?

A. By bus.
B. By train.
C. By plane.

1. What does John want to be when he grows up?

A. He wants to be a teacher.
B. He wants to be a football player.
C. He wants to be an astronaut.

2. Why does John think so?

A. Fly to space.
B. Watch the earth.
C. Like the space.

3. What would John like to do if he wants to be stronger?

A. He'd like to have more healthy food.
B. He'd like to play football every day.
C. He'd like to do morning exercise.