This is a listening practice test that resembles the International English Language Testing System Listening Test. The test consists of four sections. Answer the questions as you listen to the recording. Note that the recording will be played once only. Please turn to Section I . Section I
In a moment, you are going to hear a conversation between Yuki and Michael, who are two overseas students in New Zealand. They are discussing plans for their week long Spring holiday from school.
Before you listen,look at Questions 1 to 7. Note the examples that have been done for you. As you listen to the first part of the conversation, answer Questions 1 to 3.Section 1 (1)

Michael: Yuki,hey! I am so glad to see you.
Yuki: Oh, hello, Michael. Where have you been? Haven't seen you in quite some time.
Michael: Sorry, I've been busy with my thesis research. However,I wanted to ask you if you've given any thought to what you would like to do for the spring holiday.
Yuki:Well,I was thinking about going to Thailand. April is one of the best months to go there. It isn't too rainy or hot,but still very lush,green and lovely.
Michael:Do you think you will have enough time? The official word from the school administration is that we have from the first till the eighth of April off. Not really enough time to leave the country for a holiday. I mean,you have to consider two days for travelling alone, since you have to take an airplane. Plus isn't it a bit expensive to go to Thailand?
Yuki:Plane tickets are almost always expensive about 300 dollars round trip. But once you get there it really isn't that expensive to stay. You can find a hotel or a beach bungalow for a decent rate, the food is delicious and cheap, and most activities and attractions are found in nature. Therefore it in the experience.
Michael:But have you applied for a tourist visa yet? Sometimes visas can be quite costly.
Yuki:I've already looked into it. They cost about 100 dollars.
Michael:If we apply now,isn't it too late. I mean,the vacation is only a week away.
Yuki:No.We still have time, though we will be required to pay 50 dollars as an express processing fee.
Michael:I don't know,Yuki. That's already 450 dollars just for traveling! And it will be at least another 300 to 500 to stay in Thailand for the week. Have you thought about going to New Zealand's North Island? We're always stuck here on the South Island at university,studying, so we rarely have a chance to see the rest of the country. You know,the North Island is very different from the South Island. It has active volcanoes and natural hot springs, a beautiful barrier reef and waterfalls.
Yuki:Well,Auckland,the largest city in New Zealand, is on the North Island Finally,there's some good shopping! I would love some new clothes. All the shops around here carry boring,old-fashioned clothing.
Michael:Really,Yuki, you can be so trite sometimes!
Yuki:Hey,I was only kidding.To tell you the truth, taking in the waters at the hot springs and some scuba diving sound like a lot of fun.
Michael:It is also a less expensive holiday. Round-trip,the plane fare to the North Island is only 75 dollars. Plus,we don't need tourist visas, and we can stay at the Auckland Youth Hostel
for a mere 10 dollars a night.
Yuki:You're thinking about the finances is correct, it would be much less expensive to go to the North Island.Also,we don't have to worry about not speaking the language. But I must insist that we stay in a proper hotel.I hate youth hostels! I want my own bath and do not want to share a kitchen.
Michael:Ok!Ok!We'll stay in a 'real' hotel. Do you think your friend Marlene is still considering coming? If we share rooms it will be cheaper.
Yuki:I know she will want to join us. She has already told me whatever I choose is fine with her. She simply wants to be away from school for a while.
Michael:I know how she feels. I'll go ring some hotels right now and see what is available.
Announcer:later,after checking with a few hotels, Michael gives Yuki a ring to tell her the results .
Questions 1-3 according to section 1(1).
1.Yuki wants to go to ( ).
A.Vietnam B.Sri Lanka C.Thailand D.Malaysia
2.Michael is worried that ( )
A.Yuki will be become ill. B.going to Auckland is too far.
C.traveling by plane is dangerous.
D.they will not be able to get visas
3.Yuki thinks going to the North Island could be a good idea because ( )
A.she can stay in a youth hostel
B.there will be no language difference
C.her friend Marlence lives there
D.there are no large cities or crowds Section 1 (2).

Now answer Questions 4 to 7.

Michael:Right then,I've given a few places a ringand discovered that April is a very popular month in which to visit New Zealand.
Yuki:Of course!While it is cold in most of the civilized world, it is temperate fall here, therefore everyone and their mother wants to visit warm and lovely New Zealand! Anyway,what did the hotel say?
Michael: Well, a few were booked solid,but I found five decent options. Have you asked Marlene,yet?
Yuki: Yes,she wants to go.
Michael: Great! Ok, then the first hotel is the Gondola Restaurant and Lodge. This is the most expensive option at 265 dollars a night, but you get breakfast every morning for free. It is located right outside of Auckland, about 2 kilometers from the beach, so we can go scuba diving all the time.
Yuki:Sounds good,but what else?
Michael:Then there is the Rotorua Accommodation. It's 250 dollars a night and is located in the mountains, which means lots of great backpacking. There is also the Herley Lodge its main feature is that it sits right above the Grere Waterfalls; beautiful scenery for only 155 dollars a night.
Yuki:What about the hot springs?
Michael:Well,there is the Stuart Resort, it has active hot springs that you may bathe in on it's grounds. It is 260 dollars a night. Finally,we could also stay at the Auckland Holiday Inn. It is located in the center of the city, so you can do all the shopping you want Yuki, It charges 150 dollars a night,including a free breakfast.
Yuki:I feel that the Hot Springs would be a lot of fun. What do you think?
Michael:I agree. I really need to relax. Why don't I give them a ring back and book right now? Michael rings the Stuart Resort and speaks with the receptionist

Questions 4-7 according to Section 1(2).

Complete the table with information about the different hotels' rates and features.
Write no more than three words or numbers for each answer.
4.What is the main attraction in Rotorua Accommodation?( )
5.What's the rate per night In Herley Lodge?( )
6.What is the main attraction in Stuart Resort?( )
7.What is the main attraction in Aucklanf Holiday Inn?( )
Section 1 (3).
Receptionist:Stuart Resort,may I help you?
Michael:Yes,hello.I would like to rent a suite. They include two rooms and one bathroom,correct? Yes,that is right.Would you like to book now? Yes,please.
Receptionist:Very good then,what is the name of the party?
Michael:I guess that would be me,Michael Connell.
Receptionist:Spell that,please.
Michael:Michael,M-I-C-H-A-E-L,Connell,C-Odouble N-E double L.
Receptionist:So that was C-O double N-E double L. Your address and phone number,Mr.Connell?
Michael:156 Ocean Way,Christchurch.My phone number is 555-6548. 555-6548,very well.What credit card number should I hold this booking under?
Michael:You may use my MasterCard.
Receptionist:What is the account number?
Michael:865-347-8354. 865-347-8354,right. What is the expiration date?
Michael:The 10th of June 2001.No,I am sorry that isn't correct. The expiration date is 6th of October 2001.
Receptionist:How many nights?
Michael:Six nights.
Receptionist:Six nights at 260 dollars a night is 1,820dollars total.
Michael:Are you sure? I figure the price to be 1,560 dollars. Wait a moment.Oh,yes you are correct.I multiplied by seven not six. Very sorry,1,560 dollars will be the total charge to your account. Will there be anything else?
Michael:No,that will be all.
Receptionist:Thank you,and have a nice day.Godbye.