VEPT - Versant English Placement Listening Comprehension: Conversations Questions and Answers

Question 1

You will hear a short conversation. You will then be asked a question about it. You will hear the conversation and the question only once.

(Audio) 
Man: Hi Sarah, do you have a minute to talk about the quarterly report?
Woman: Sure, Mark. I was just about to email you. I've finished the sales figures, but I'm still waiting on the marketing data from John's team.
Man: John told me he'd have it by noon. Once you get it, can you integrate it and send the draft to me? I need to review it before the 3 PM deadline.
Woman: Absolutely. I'll send it over as soon as I have all the pieces.

(Audio) Question: What does the woman need to complete the report?

Accepted Answer

The marketing data.

Answer

The sales figures.

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A review from Mark.

Answer

A new deadline.

Question 2

You will hear a short conversation. You will then be asked a question about it. You will hear the conversation and the question only once.

(Audio) 
Woman: Excuse me, I'm trying to find a book on 19th-century European history, but I can't seem to locate it in the online catalog.
Man: Sometimes the search terms can be tricky. Did you try searching by the author's last name?
Woman: I don't know the author, just the general topic. The title might be 'The Age of Empires,' but I'm not certain.
Man: Let me check the system for you. Ah, it looks like that book has been checked out. It's due back next Tuesday. I can place a hold on it for you if you'd like.

(Audio) Question: What is the status of the book the woman is looking for?

Accepted Answer

It is currently checked out by someone else.

Answer

It is available on the shelf.

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It is not in the library's catalog.

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It has been placed on hold for the woman.

Question 3

You will hear a short conversation. You will then be asked a question about it. You will hear the conversation and the question only once.

(Audio) 
Man: Hi, I'm calling to see if I can reschedule my appointment with Dr. Evans. It's for this Friday at 10 AM.
Woman: Of course. Let me pull up your file. Can I have your name, please?
Man: It's David Chen.
Woman: Okay, Mr. Chen. I see your appointment. Unfortunately, Dr. Evans is fully booked next week. The earliest I have is the following Monday at 2 PM. Would that work for you?

(Audio) Question: What is the main purpose of the man's call?

Accepted Answer

To change the time of his appointment.

Answer

To make a new appointment.

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To cancel his appointment.

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To confirm his appointment time.

Question 4

You will hear a short conversation. You will then be asked a question about it. You will hear the conversation and the question only once.

(Audio) 
Woman: I'm really looking forward to dinner at 'The Blue Lantern' tonight. Did you manage to get a reservation?
Man: I tried to, but when I called this morning, they said they were completely booked for the entire evening.
Woman: Oh, that's a shame. I was really hoping to try their famous seafood pasta.
Man: I know. But don't worry, I made a reservation at that new Italian place downtown instead. I've heard it's just as good.

(Audio) Question: What will the speakers most likely do for dinner?

Accepted Answer

They will eat at a new Italian restaurant.

Answer

They will go to 'The Blue Lantern'.

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They will cook dinner at home.

Answer

They will order seafood pasta for takeout.

Question 5

You will hear a short conversation. You will then be asked a question about it. You will hear the conversation and the question only once.

(Audio) 
Man: Hi, Jane. How's the progress on the Alpha project? We're still on track for the Friday deadline, right?
Woman: Mostly. The design team delivered their mockups yesterday, but we just discovered a major bug in the user authentication module. It's going to take at least two full days to fix.
Man: Two days? That doesn't leave any time for final testing.
Woman: I know. I don't think we can realistically make the Friday deadline anymore.

(Audio) Question: What is the primary issue causing a delay with the Alpha project?

Accepted Answer

A significant technical problem was found.

Answer

The design team was late with their mockups.

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There is not enough time for testing.

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The project deadline was moved up unexpectedly.

Question 6

You will hear a short conversation. You will then be asked a question about it. You will hear the conversation and the question only once.

(Audio) 
Woman: Hi, I'm calling from apartment 4B. My kitchen sink has been leaking since last night, and there's quite a bit of water on the floor.
Man: I'm sorry to hear that. I can send a plumber over, but our team is currently on a job across town. The earliest they can get to you is around 1 PM.
Woman: 1 PM? It's only 9 AM now. The water is starting to seep into the cabinets. Is there any way someone can come sooner?
Man: I understand your concern. Let me call the team and see if I can rearrange their schedule. I'll call you back within ten minutes to let you know.

(Audio) Question: What does the man promise to do next?

Accepted Answer

Contact the plumbing team and call the woman back.

Answer

Send a plumber immediately.

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Tell the woman how to fix the leak herself.

Answer

Come to the woman's apartment himself.