Oxford-Online-Placement-Test-5.doc

1Man:Did you go out last night?Woman:No, I too tired.2Man:I speak to Mr Brown, please?Woman:Hes not here, Im afraid.3Woman:You look stressed. Whats the matter?Man:I havent had a minute to myself I started this new course.4Man:Why are you smiling like that?Woman:Its my score in the French test. such a good one before.5Woman:Do you know what I really like about the weekends?Man:What?Woman:have to get up early.6Woman:Youll never be able to settle down if you dont get a steady job.Man:But if I did get a steady job, I wouldnt want to settle down.7Woman:Thank you very much for fixing my bike so quickly.Man:Pleasure!Woman:Wont you consider letting me you for your time?8Woman:Why on earth do you want to become a plumber?Man:Look its a skilled job and it brings in a lot of money.9Woman:Why do we never do anything interesting in the evenings?Man:Well, if we enough time, we could but we always seem to be busy.10Woman:Is that report ready yet?Man:Yes, I managed it last night.11 What does the woman mean? A My daughter prefers celebrity magazines to current affairs.B My daughter is always reading newspapers and magazines.C My daughter has many newspapers in her room but never reads them.Man:Teenagers seem to be obsessed with famous people these days.Woman:Like my daughter . she hardly ever looks at a newspaper but has a room full of celebrity magazines!12 What does the woman mean? A Ill help you if you find it difficult.B I know it wont take you long to learn.C Im sure youll be able to do it eventually.Man:Ive never been much good at dancing.Woman:Youll pick it up in no time take my word for it.13 The man and woman . A are going to take the tent down later. B are going to take the tent down now. C took the tent down earlier. Woman:If only wed taken down the tent before we left the campsite this morning.Man:Yes, but it didnt look like rain then.Woman:Oh well, lets get on with it then.14 What does the interviewer mean by his SECOND comment? A You had a chance to succeed that you had not expected.B You took your chance when the opportunity came.C You got the chance you deserved.Interviewer:Youve had so many of your plays staged in London that Im afraid Ive lost count.Playwright:True, but initially, my first play didnt go down very well with the producers who read it.Interviewer:And then, against all the odds, came the big chance!15 What does the man mean by his FIRST comment? A I cant understand this job.B I have to concentrate to do this job.C I no longer feel particularly challenged by this job.Man:Ill tell you what, I can do this job with my eyes closed.Woman:So time to move on then?Man:If only!16 What does the man mean by his SECOND comment? AIf only I could find another job.BIf only I hadnt accepted this job.CIf only I had less to do in this job.Man:Ill tell you what, I can do this job with my eyes closed.Woman:So time to move on then?Man:If only!17 What does the doctor mean by hisSECOND comment? AYou should keep your hand dry.BYou will get ill if you let your hand get dirty.C You would be well-advised to wash your hand this week. Doctor:Now, keep this bandage on for a week and then make another appointment.Patient:OK what about washing my hand?Doctor:That would be ill-advised.18 What does the woman mean? A Youre being rather pessimistic.B I suppose youre trying to be funny.C You shouldnt joke about such serious matters.Man:By the time the government wake up to the real threat of global warming, well all have webbed feet.Woman:What a cheerful man you are!19 What does the man mean? A Most new technology can be unexpectedly difficult to use.B It can be hard keeping up-to-date with technology.C New technology requires too much effort.Man:New technology is sometimes more trouble than its worth.Woman:You never did like keeping up with the times.20 What does the woman mean? A You didnt use to like new technology.B Youve always been against any kind of change.C I always thought you were really keen on new technology. Man:New technology is sometimes more trouble than its worth.Woman:You never did like keeping up with the times.21 What does theman mean by his SECOND comment? AIm frustrated by your attitude. BIm afraid I cant agree with you. CIm finding it hard to believe you. Man:I see the train drivers are preparing for strike action again next week.Woman:I dont suppose anything will come of it, though.Man:I wish I could share your optimism.22 What does the man mean? A Im not worried about missing the start of the play.B I need to leave at 8 pmto be on time for the play.C Im not going to miss any part of the play.Woman:Dont you need to leave now if you want to see the beginning of the play?Man:Dont worry about it. It doesnt start until 8 pm.Complete the text below. Write ONE word only into each space. There is an example (0) at the beginning. The MicrowaveThe first microwave produced for domestic use(0) was launchedin 1967. This was after two decades spent making improvementsto the first commercially-used microwave, 23 wastested in a restaurant in Boston, USA, in 1945. This restaurant machine stood almosttwo metres high, weighed 340 kg, and cost $5,000. The early domestic microwaves were out of this world, says Elizabeth Walter, 24 ran a microwave cookery school in London in the 1970s. One of the best thingswas that you could adjust the power and cooking speed. We 25 to do cakes anddemonstratehowto simmer sauces, and makecasseroles. There was hardly anything you 26 not do! However, the microwave has 27 considerable criticism from professional cooks, inspite of its speed and efficiency. Ive always hated them, says a head chef at a well-known London restaurant, I dont really know 28 I feel that way. Perhaps its 29 microwaves represent speed and a lack of skill. Many chefs still think this way. Nonetheless, the domestic microwave remains a standard part of the modern kitchen.30 Two people are talking about a website. What does the man think of the website?AIts easy to find your way around it.BThe advertising doesnt bother him.CYou need to adapt it to suit your own interests.DItsreasonable that users should pay to see certain pages.31 Two people are talking about a new flat (apartment). How does the woman feel about her new home?A pleased with the location of the flat B fed up with the noise from the street C disappointed with the size of the kitchen D happy that she can spend more time at home32 The man is phoning a helpline for advice. What is he phoning about?Athe purpose of a part B how to order spare parts C buying a new dishwasher D downloading an instruction manual33 A woman is talking about a bicycle race she saw. What does the woman say about the race? ASeeing therace madeher feel like buying a bicycle for herself.BShe was impressed by thelevel of public interest in the race.CShe found the commercial activities at the event annoying.DShe wassurprised at how fast the cyclists were travelling.34 A woman is talking to an electrician. Which of the following is correct?AShe does not want to replace thelights.B She thinks that the wiring is dangerous.C She previously ignored the electricians advice.D She believes that the electrician is responsible for the problem.35 Aman is asking a friend for help. He cannot collect his daughter, Imogen, from the bus stop because A he does notknow when his meeting finishes. B because his train might be delayed. C his car has not been repaired. D he will not be home in time.36 Two friends are talking about electrical equipment in the home. The man agrees that .A kitchen appliances use less electricity than some other domestic appliances.B eliminating kitchen appliances would have negative consequences.C people ought to go to restaurants instead of cooking at home.D it is not necessary to have awashing machine in the house.37 A woman is leaving a message. Why is the woman telephoning her friend? A to tell him about her cat B to ask him for some help C to apologise for being late D to change an arrangement38 A man is addressing an audience. Who is the man talking to?A parents B students C kitchen staff D teaching staff39 Why is the man so pleased with the new dining room? A it could be used for social eventsB it could be used as an extra classroomC it will be a good place for food preparationD it will be a good place for students using computers40 A girl is talking to her father about her homework. For history homework, the girl has to .A do a short project. B look at some websites. C read part of a text book. D read a magazine article.41 A man is talking about running his own restaura