11.

W : Did you clean the living room?

M : No, I haven't had a chance.

W : But our guests are arriving soon.

(a) I'll tidy up right now.

(b) I got home early today.

(c) Don't worry. Take your time.

(d) Well, I doubt they noticed.

12.

M : Do you have any free rooms tonight?

W : A few. Do you need a single or a double?

M : A single, preferably non smoking.

(a) I'm afraid all our doubles are occupied.

(b) Thanks, but I don't smoke.

(c) Sorry, we're out of non smoking ones.

(d) Unfortunately, we only have singles.

13.

W : Was it difficult getting your driver's license?

M : The written test was the hardest part.

W : Really? It's usually the road test.

(a) I'm finally ready to take the test.

(b) Yeah, I'd better practice before then.

(c) I guess I have a knack for studying for test.

(d) Not for me. I'm quite comfortable behind the wheel.

14.

M : How do you like that new Z's smartphone.

W : Honestly, it's a bit of letdown.

M : Why, the critics are raving about it.

(a) It certainly deserves its reputation.

(b) I couldn't agree with that more!

(c) It just doesn't live up to the hype.

(d) I'm not sure I can afford it though.

15.

W : You look tired lately.

M : Yeah, my commute is killing me.

W : Oh, right. You moved to the outskirts of town.

(a) True, I was fed up with traveling everyday.

(b) At this rate, I'm certainly considering it.

(c) Yeah, and underestimated what a pain the trip would be.

(d) I know. I should have taken a shortcut.

16.

M : Do you have time to help with the cooking?

W : Sure, what shall I tackle first?

M : The potatoes need to be peeled.

(a) I should start with the vegetables.

(b) That'll be better in the long run.

(c) Sure, I'll just find you a task.

(d) I'll get right on that for you.

17.

W : Weren't you supposed to be going on a date tonight?

M : Yeah, but the woman cancelled at the last minute.

W : I hope she had a good excuse!

(a) That's why she is making up for it tonight.

(b) It seemed pretty contrived to me.

(c) Well, I just felt too tired to go out.

(d) Yeah, she was very understanding.

18.

M : The renovations to your kitchen look great!

W : Thanks, I'm glad they're finally finished.

M : Did they take long to complete?

(a) I began yesterday.

(b) It could be a while.

(c) It felt like forever.

(d) Ever since I started.

19.

W : You must be tired from your trip.

M : Not at all. I'm totally over my jet lag.

W : Really? But you just returned a couple of days ago!

(a) Well, I'm not planning on another for a while.

(b) I've always been quick to bounce back.

(c) Yeah, I won't take long to recover.

(d) I'll freshen up before doing anything else.

20.

M : Have you been following the decline in the stock market?

W : Yeah, I'm a bit concerned about my investments.

M : Are you thinking of selling them to be safe?

(a) Not unless doing so would affect my stocks.

(b) It's too late for me to back out now.

(c) Well, I'm not sure I can risk investing more.

(d) It's too soon to know if stocks will fall.