11. M: Excuse me, do you have change for a ten-dollar note? I need to pay the parking meter。
W: I’m sorry, but I think you can get it through the money changer in the shopping center across the street。
Q: What is the man trying to do?
12. M: Can you recommend something that a school boy of 7 or 8 will really like?
W: I’d suggest this toy train, sir. It’s an excellent brand. Very popular all over the world these days。
Q: What is the man doing?
13. W: Do you let people know when you’re taking pictures of them?
M: I try not to. You know any picture of a person who poses for the camera would look dull and unnatural。
Q: What are the speakers talking about?
14. W: I need to talk to someone who knows Baltimore well. I’m told you lived there。
M: Oh, but I was really young at the time
Q: What does the man mean?
15. W: Aren’t you disappointed that you didn’t get the promotion?
M: Maybe a little, but I know I need more experience before I’m ready for that kind of responsibility。
Q: What do we learn about the man from this conversation?
16. W: I’ve been working out the gym since January. I was a bit out of shape。
M: You look terrific. It seems that your effort has paid off。
Q: What does the man imply about the woman?
17. W: Professor Clark suggested I get a tutor for advanced physics。
M: Well, that might help. Advanced physics is a pretty difficult course。
Q: What does the man mean?
18. W: Bill, have you heard the latest news? It appears we two won’t be laid off after all。
M: Oh, I’m somewhat tired of working here. I’ve been wondering whether I should resign. Anyway, the news seems to be good for you。
Q: How does the man feel about the news?
