19. Tim: What kind of vacation do you like the best?
Kelly: ______  I’m dog-tired. I need a break! I just want to go to the beach, and do absolutely nothing.
Tim: Sounds good. But, I like doing things. I like to see places and go to museums.
(A) A lazy vacation, of course.
(B) A shopping vacation is great.
(C) I like to go on business trips.
(D) I like to work and save money.

15. Tour agent: Welcome to Fun Travel, ma’am. My name is Willy. How may I help you?Alice: I’m here to get more information about your travel special.Tour agent: Good. ______ Alice: I’d like to go in June, I think.(A) What do you want to see? (B) When do you plan to travel?(C) How is the weather in June? (D) Where would you like to go?

16. Ann: Do you want to see a movie? There’s a terrific animated movie at the theater.Dan: Animation? You mean like a cartoon? ______ Ann: Not at all. Many adults also enjoy animation, just like children do.Dan: Really? I guess I should go and see if I like it.Ann: Great. The movie starts at 7 p.m. Do you want me to pick you up?(A) Isn’t that just for children?(B) Isn’t it nice to see it again?(C) Do the children go with us?(D) Do you get the tickets now?

17. Bank clerk: May I help you?Simon: Yes, where should I go to ask for a loan?Bank clerk: ______  He’s on the second floor.Simon: Thank you.(A) How much do you plan to ask for?(B) What is the interest rate next year?(C) I’m afraid that we don’t offer any loans this year.(D) The manager in the loan department can help you.

18. Wife: So, which apartment do you like?Husband: I like the one near the post office. The best thing is it has a free parking space.Wife: ______  I think the one near the train station is better. We can take the train to the office. And the rent is a lot cheaper!Husband: Yeah, you’re right. Let’s take it.(A) We can rest in the park. (B) But we don’t have a car.(C) It’s the best choice to make. (D) But it’s not cheap to park there.

20. Manager: Lin’s steak house. How may I help you?Mr. White: Hi, ______ Manager: Just a minute…Yes, I have your booking here. It’s 6:30 p.m.Mr. White: That’s right. Unfortunately, our trip got delayed. Is it possible that I change the reservation to Friday?Manager: Sure. No problem.(A) I heard that you’ve just updated the menu.(B) I just want to check if you are open this Friday.(C) I’d like to book a table for two by the window.(D) I made a reservation under James White tonight.

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