11. How are the retail sales shaping up? 展開する、進行するa) I haven't been there since last year.b) No, the conference room is being used.c) Early figures look quite positive.
12. When did they say the equipment would be arriving?a) Directly to the factory.b) In about two weeks' time.c) From Canada by truck.
13. Are we in a hurry or do I have time to finish this?a) Yes, I'll help you.b) I heard he finished it.c) Take your time. どうぞごゆっくり。
14. When will it be your turn to give the presentation?a) I'm scheduled for January. be scheduled for ~の予定であるb) I wrote it yesterday.c) I went to the meeting last year.
15. What's all the shouting in the staff room about? 一体何事かa) It's next to the lounge.b) Sorry, but I won't be there.c) They're having an argument.
16. Do you have an extra pen on you?a) Down the corridor, to your left.b) Yes, look in my briefcase.c) I was there just last night.
17. The computer's not working again.a) That's the third time this week.b) No, I'll be using it later.c) Yes, it's connected to the rest of the office.
18. Who'll be taking over for Mr. King after he retires?a) Someone from the regional office.b) Sometime next month.c) He wants to spend time with his wife.
19. How bout getting Macy Redd to record a duet for this album?a) They've already met last week.b) She's very busy these days.c) It's my pleasure to see you.
20. There wasn't a lot of response to last month'smarketing survey, was there?a) No. But the information we got should be enough.b) About the shopping habits of bachelors.c) He called them to ask about it this morning.
21. Should we leave the rest for tomorrow? 残りを明日に回すa) No, I'll be working this weekend.b) It takes about an hour from here.c) Yes, this is a good stopping point. 切りがいいところ
22. Could I get you anything else? ほかに注文はございますか?a) No. That's all for now.b) Yes. I'll meet you there.c) I'm not so sure myself. 自分でもあまりよくわかりません
23. What made you choose this sofa?a) At the department store.b) It's more relaxing and comfortable.c) Between the door and the window.
24. I really like the shade of blue they chose for the walls. 色合い a) Yes. The office is nearby.b) The color matches the furniture, too.c) Yes, it's nice and cool in the shadows.
25. Maybe we ought to run the tests again, in case wemissed anything the first time.初回に何か見落としているといけないのでa) That'll take some time, but it's probably a good idea.b) There were five tests in all so you'll have to tell mewhich one.c) No, I think it was the second time when we found the error.
26. The week seemed to go by fast, didn't it?a) It did for me. 私にはそう思えましたb) Forty hours, at least.c) I changed the tires.
27. Excuse me. I'm looking to buy an evening gown.a) The banquet is at seven tomorrow. 晩餐会b) We have a nice selection upstairs.c) Yes, we take credit cards. カードをご利用いただけます
28. Who were you talking to on the phone just now?a) It's morning in Malaysia.b) Yes, it's certainly been a while.c) An old friend from my university.
29. Why were the results in our report so inconsistent?a) The predictions were positive.b) It was a team effort.c) Our figures were incorrect.
30. Won't you be going to the company picnic tomorrow?a) I'm too busy finishing this report.b) It should be a beautiful day, too.c) Sally is taking her car.
31. When's the next available flight?a) At the airport.b) From Singapore.c) Tomorrow morning at eight.
32. Are we late for the presentation?a) I heard it yesterday.b) I won't be able to go.c) No, it just started.
33. What would you like for breakfast tomorrow morning?a) Around 8 a.m.b) I usually just have tea and toast.c) No, that's fine.
34. The management is restructuring the company.a) I hope they won't fire too many staff members.b) Yes, the construction is almost complete.c) This firm has a long history.
35. Aren't you supposed to be wearing protectivegoggles?a) The supervisor said it's not necessary now.b) For the laser beams they use sometimes.c) My eyesight is quite poor. 視力
36. Where is the report I'm supposed to look at?a) On the newest line of products.b) It's in a blue folder with white letters.c) The vice president is supposed to see it.
37. What do you think about getting something to eat?a) I didn't agree with him at all.b) I'm not very hungry at the moment.c) A sandwich at one o'clock.
38. Where will they be holding the meeting?a) No, it's been postponed.b) At three o'clock, this afternoon.c) At the conference center.
39. Ms. Matthews made a lot of interesting pointsduring her presentation, didn't she?a) It was over an hour long, by my count.b) Yes, she generated a lot of discussions. 提起するc) Yes, at least 60 people.
40. Who are they thinking of appointing the head of the new branch office?a) It's in Detroit, Michigan.b) Yes, he spoke to him yesterday.c) Mr. Dupont is under consideration.
Questions 41-43 refer to the following conversation.
Good morning. I have a flight today at 10 a.m. to Sydney Australia I'd like to check in now. These are the bags that I would like to check in and here is my ticket.
I am sorry, sir but our computer doesn't have a record of you on this flight today. Maybe you made the reservation under a different name?
No, that's impossible. I clearly indicated that my name whenI arrange this flight. Check your computer again, please, orcall your supervisor over.
Sir, I have discovered what the problem was. If you lookcarefully on the ticket, you will see that there isn't an extra"m" attached to your surname.
41. Where does this conversation take place?42. What is the problem?43. What did the woman tell the man?
Questions 44-46 refer to the following conversation.Hello! I would like to
Hello! I would like to book a room for the 7th May with my family,please. We will need a large suite to accommodate all of us.
That's great, ma'am. I just need a little information. How many ofyou will there be in total, ma'am, and how long do you expect tostay? Also, how will you be paying?
We will be there for give nights. There will be six of us in totalincluding my husband, our four children and myself. Can I pay for my hotel room with an American Express card?
That won't be a problem at all. We also accept Visa, MasterCard and Diner's Club. Lastly, I will just need your name and phone number, ma'am.
suite スイートルーム
44. What is the woman trying to do?45. How may nights will they be staying in the hotel?46. How will the woman be paying?
Questions 47-49 refer to the following conversation.
Hello and welcome to the Royal Garden. Do you have a reservation? What name might I find it under?
Yes, we do have a reservation, thank you. It is a table forfive under the same Lena Jones. We called to confirmit yesterday at four o'clock as I recall.
Yes, here it is. Though it says here that the reservationwas for seven people. Will others be coming later?
No, two people unfortunately became quite ill and so theysaid they wouldn't be able to make it to dinner tonight.That's not going to be a problem, is it?
it says here that こちらには7名様となっておりますが
47. What kind of place is Royal Garden?48. How many people was the reservation for originally?49. Why are two people missing?
Questions 50-52 refer to the following conversation.
Mr. Craig, we have a wide variety of vacation package toursfor you to look at today. You can go on a safari in Kenya oreven take an elephant trek through Vietnam.
My wife and I were thinking of something a little less extravagant. We would like something like a trip to gosee the Great Wall.
That wouldn't be a problem. Our special China tour laststwo weeks and includes visits to Beijing, Shanghai, and Hong Kong. You will have a lot of opportunity to go shopping and sightseeing.
That sounds fantastic. Please give me a brochure so that I can look it over and discuss it with my wife.
look over 検討する
50. Who is the woman?51. Where will the man go?52. What does the man ask the woman to do?
Questions 53-55 refer to the following conversation.
Mr. Lang, this is Trudy from Super Value. I am pleased to tell youwe have found a buyer for your house who will match your asking price.
Really? That's fantastic! How soon will he be able to move in?Now that we have a buyer, I would like to close the deal as soon as possible.
Yes, I already discussed that with him and he said he would be prepared to sign the contract and take possession as early as next week. He said he is eager to start decoratingthe house and making it his own.
Then I will have to quickly make arrangements to have my furniture moved to my new house across town and make wayfor the new owner.
asking price 提示価格move in 引っ越してくるclose the deal 取引をまとめるtake possession 所有権を得るmake way for に道を譲るmy new house across town 町の向こうの新居
53. What does the woman say about the potential buyer?54. What did the woman talk about with the buyer?55. Who will the man contact?
Questions 56-58 refer to the following conversation.
Excuse me, Ms. Lee, but Jude Duff from the advertising department called to say that he would like to make anappointment to get together with you this week.
Yes, Jude and I have several crucial points to discussabout the new account. Please check my schedule and find a convenient time for us.
I already have, and it seems that you are free on Tuesdayat 10 a.m., Wednesday at 3 p.m., or Friday at 2 p.m. Whichone do you prefer?
How about the end of the week? It would be far more relaxingto do it then when we have the weekend to look forward to.
56. Why will the woman meet Jude Duff?57. What does the woman suggest they do?58. What can be inferred about the woman?
Questions 59-61 refer to the following conversation.
Hello, this is Cleaners-R-Us. I am calling to tell you that your dry cleaning was ready two days ago, but you haven'tyet come to pick it up.
Excuse me? I don't seem to recall leaving anything to be dry-cleaned at your store. Are you sure you have the rightnumber?
Sir, I have a jacket, a pair of pants and a tie that were given to us by a Mr. Chris Walker on Monday. You even signed the laundry slip that I have in my hand, sir.
Oh, of course! It completely slipped my mind. I will be over injust a few minutes to pick them up. Thank you for calling about it.
call about~の件で電話[訪問]する
will be back in a few minutes2~3分もしたら戻ってきます
59. Where does the woman work?60. Why didn't the man go to the store?61. When will the man probably meet the woman?
Questions 62-64 refer to the following conversation.
Hi. I was wondering if you could explain the new college savings accounts that you are offering. I heard about them on TV.
Certainly, sir! These new accounts will earn you higher rates of annual interest than other saving devices and can be directly used for your children's college education. It's anopportunity you shouldn't miss if you really care about yourfamily.
Are there any conditions to this higher rate of interest?
Yes, you have to sign a contract that says you can only withdraw the money after you tell us six months beforehand.
62. Who are the intended customers of the account?63. What is the main benefit of the new account?64. What must the man do to withdraw his money?
Questions 65-67 refer to the following conversation.
Excuse me. I'd like to buy a pack of EI Dante's Tobacco, please.Actually could you make that two pack and give me a lighter, please?
You look very young to be buying this. Aren't you a high schoolstudent? I'm afraid I'm going to have to ask you to please showme something to prove you age.
That's fine. People make that mistake all the time. Here is my driver's license. It indicates quite clearly that I am of age.
I'm sorry about that, but I am required to check by law. If I sold this to a minor, the government could financially penalize me.
of age 成人している
65. What is the woman doing?66. What does the man tell the woman to do? a) produce identification 提示する67. What is suggested about the woman?
Questions 68-70 refer to the following conversation.
Hello, Mrs. Maguire. This is Jerry Simpson at Canada Post.I am calling to regretfully inform you that your package was damaged in the mail by exposure to rain.
Oh my goodness! Those were meant to be Christmas presents for my family overseas. Were you able tosalvage anything?
I am afraid not. The contents were completely destroyed.But fortunately you paid the extra three-dollar fee for insurance, you can come on down and claim it any timeyou like.
Well, that's a relief. My only concern now is whether the new presents will reach my family in time for Christmas.What a disappointment for them all.
claim 請求するcome down on 求める、請求する、要求する、迫る
68. What happened to the woman's package?69. Why did the man tell the woman not to be worried?70. What problem does the woman have now?
Questions 71-73 refer to the following announcement.
All movie theater patrons, please note that the 8 p.m. screeningof Long Walk Home has been cancelled due to problems with the theater's fire alarm system. We apologize for the inconvenience and would like to offer a refund and complimentarymovie tickets to all customers. We hope that the movie will bescreened at the same time tomorrow evening. Ticket-holders willbe able to attend the movie for free. We would ask that all partonsleave the building now as we are required by law to evacuatethis movie theater when the fire alarms are not operating correctly.Please walk calmly to the nearest exit and assemble by the fenceat the side entrance to the theater. Staff will then issue couponsto all ticket holders. Valley United Cinemas would like to thankyou for your cooperation and understanding on this matter.
patron 客、後援者assemble 集合する
71. Why isn't the movie shown?72. What are the customers asked to do?70. What can the customers get at the entrance?
Questions 74-76 refer to the following announcement.
CKG Supermarket shoppers, please take advantage of our fifthbirthday specials. For the next 30 minutes all items in the supermarkets are reduced. This special deal is valid only for today and means that you can save an extra 20% on all itemsin store. The only items which are excluded are lien and cutlery.We will also have $50 supermarket voucher spot prizes to awardto various lucky customers who spend over $200. You can alsoenjoy complimentary tea, coffee, and birthday cake at our bakerycounter. Soda and juice will be served to children. Children canalso receive free balloons and soft toys at the front door. Pleasebe patient as there may be longer queues than usual at the checkout counter.
reduce 割引する、引き下げるcutlery 食卓食器類checkout counter レジ
74. What event is taking place?75. What will customers receive?76. Why are the customers asked to be considerate to others?
Questions 77-79 refer to the following news report.
Let's turn to the business world for a moment. The Japanesecomputer chip giant Lynteco released a statement announcingthe undertaking of an international joint venture with Juniper.Lynteco hopes to expand their market share in the global computer ship market through the partnership. In the last quarter alone, Lynteco was able to strike deals giving it access to the Korean and Chinese markets as well. The American laptop company Juniper, which has been experiencingdecreasing profits over the last three quarters, thinks the powerful Lynteco 3.2 will attract more customers away from Juniper's competitors. Juniper's market share has droppedby 5% over the last year. For Lynteco, this move places it as one of the world's top chip producers.
turn to ~に目を向ける
77. What is being announced?78. What is mentioned about Lynteco?79. Where is Juniper based?
Questions 80-82 refer to the following talk.
Welcome to the fifth annual HTP Business in Action seminar held for the first time in sunny Sydney. We trust you are settled in and ready for a lively program of speakers, conferences,team work, displays and other events. Registration will be heldin the ballroom from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. today and it is essentialto attend. Those participants who arrive on late flights will be able to register from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. You'll need to bring your invitation form and business card to register. We'll have anoptional informal wine and cheese evening tonight in the convention hall from 8 p.m. onwards. Please note that the buffet dinner tomorrow evening is compulsory as we'll have ourkeynote speaker giving a speech on Internet strategies for business before dinner.
trust that ~であると確信するsettle in 落ち着かせるlively 活発な、活気のあるonwards ~から
80. How many times has Sydney hosted the event before?81. What should people bring to registration?82. Why is it necessary to attend the buffet dinner?
Questions 83-85 refer to the following talk.
Many of you will have seen Mr. Lepton hard at work around theschool, but most of you don't know that our principal is also awell-regarded poet. Mitre Publishing announced yesterday that Mr. Lepton has won a $10,000 annual poetry scholarship at Cambridge University. We are delighted that our principal willbe spending a semester at such a well-regarded university next year. In the last five years, Mr Lepton has published as many as three volumes of poetry and seven short stories.He works at an orphanage in his free time and donates booksto the local library. Mr. Lepton is a wonderful example for allstaff and students to follow. Please congratulate him whenyou see him around the school.
well-regarded 評価の高い
83. Who is Mr. Lepton?84. What is the prize mentioned in the talk?85. What does Mr. Lepton do in his spare time?
Questions 86-88 refer to the following announcement.
All employees of Glover Machinery are invited to attend the annual spring picnic which will be held at the end of the month on Sunday, April 30. Lunch and refreshments areprovided by the company for staff and their families. As usual we will hold a bake-off, with the winner of the bestcake competition receiving a $500 gas voucher and the runner-up a weekend trip for a family of four to Lake Jackson.There will be lots of free entertainment, including a magicshow and a live jazz band. We would ask that no alcoholbe brought to this family event which will be held at Barker Park opposite Palm Beach. If you would like toattend, please fill in the form at the reception desk by Tuesday.Please note that numbers are limited to the first 1,000 peoplewho register.
refreshment 清涼飲料水bake-off パン焼きコンテスト、料理コンテスト
86. What is the purpose of this announcement?87. Where will the even be held?88. What should the people do to participate in the event?
Questions 89-91 refer to the following telephone message.
Hello. This is Milena Ulisko at Capital Design. I would like tomake a change to the order I placed yesterday on ClassicInteriors Paint. I had ordered color number 215-C, BronzedBeige, but my client would like color nubmer 214-C, Smoke,instead. I am unsure if this color is still available. If it is currentlysold out, I would consider ordering color 214-B, Cedar Smoke.I'm also considering ordering some flooring materials and I'dlike to know if you can suggest a product suitable for a condo.Please call me back as soon as you can, as the painters arescheduled to begin working on my client's condo next Tuesday.Thank you. My number is 415-629-1055.
smoke 煙色のbeige ベージュbronzed ブロンズ色のcedar ヒマラヤスギflooring material 床材condo = condominium マンション
89. What is the main reason Milena is calling?90. What is the paint for?91. What does Milena ask the company to do?
Questions 92-94 refer to the following announcement.
This is my last announcement before we leave for our weekendworkshop. Please come to the Park & Ride depot at Steels subway station where we will get together before we leave.We will leave on Saturday at 9 a.m. from the parking lot.We will be car-pooling and Amir, Vijay and Julia have kindlyagreed to drive. You must be on time because it takes three hours to drive to St. Andrews and we want to have time to meetthe other participating management teams for lunch when we arrive. Remember that on Saturday evening after the workshop,we will attend a black-tie reception jointly hosted by JCI Financialand Sure Sun Financial, so you must bring formal attire for this.I hope you are all waiting eagerly in anticipation, as this workshopshould prove beneficial to our company and bring us fresh ideason how to deal with new trends. If you have any questions, this is your last chance to ask me before we leave on our trip.
depot 駅、バス発着所car-pool 相乗りするblack-tie 黒ネクタイの着用が必要なin anticipation 期待しながら
92. Where will they gather before they leave?93. What will they do as soon as they arrive at St. Andrews?94. What is the audience asked to do for the reception?
Questions 95-97 refer to the following announcement.
Ladies and gentlemen, this is your captain speaking.We are now comfortably cruising at 10,000 feet with no expectation of any turbulence and will soon begin our in-flight service. The flight attendants will be making theirway through the aisles momentarily with snacks and refreshments for your enjoyment. Remember that sincethis is an international flight, alcoholic beverages are complimentary, but we do ask you to exercise some restraint. We will be having our first meal service in threehours and another one in six hours, and then we expect to landing in approximately nine hours. In addition, we will be showing you several new movies today including Roadto Bombay, The Incinerator, and Tim and Jack, after webroadcast the latest news from GTG News Network. You can read reviews of those films in your in-flight magazine. With that all said, please sit back and enjoy the long flight.
cruise 航行するmomentarily 間もなくwith that all said, 私からのご案内は以上ですincinerator 焼却炉
95. Where is this announcement being made?96. How long is the journey going to take approximately?97. What will the passengers be watching first?
Questions 98-100 refer to the following your information.
We are entering the wild animal sanctuary park. Pleaseensure that your windows are locked and that your armsare inside the vehicle as the animals can sometimes be dangerous. If you look on the left, you will see the zebrasat the watering hole and the lions are just behind them.Use your complimentary binoculars and information sheetto take a closer look at these amazing animals. A babygiraffe is walking along next to the vehicle with her mother.Shortly, we'll stop at the hilltop lookout for a photo opportunity.Please remember that you must not leave the vehicle at any time during this short stop. We will then move on to look at the cheetahs and finish up with lunch back at the lodge.
sanctuary 自然保護区shortly まもなく、もうすぐlookout 展望台
98. What kind of tour are the people most likely to be on?参加している可能性が最も高い99. What did the people receive for free?100. What is the speaker advising the audience to do?