Unit 2
This unit contains type 3 and type 4 questions. For questions 1 to 10 choose the best explanation for what the speakers have said. Questions 11 to 20 are the emphasis type. Choose the statement that indicates what the speaker means. You will hear the extracts only once.
1) Your chances of getting into law school are slim.
Don't rain on my parade!
a. He's telling her not to discourage him.
b. He definitely won't be admitted.
c. He has changed the subject to the weather.
The correct answer is A.
2) What's your opinion of Martha?
Can I be frank?
a. They have a mutual friend named Frank.
b. He wants to speak honestly.
c. He really likes Martha.
The correct answer is B.
3) Any news from John?
Not yet, but I'll keep you posted.
a. He will send a letter to John.
b. He has received a letter from John.
c. He will tell her when he has heard.
The correct answer is C.
11) I thought you said to meet in front of the restaurant.
a. Not at the cafeteria.
b. Not behind it.
c. Not for a meal
The correct answer is B.
12) I told you Mary's sister was coming.
a. Not my sister.
b. I'm certain I told you.
c. Not her brother.
The correct answer is A.
13) The professor said that the exam was on Friday.
a. Not on Tuesday.
b. But not the homework.
c. I remember it
The correct answer is A.