12.A
W: Do you think Edward will get here on time for the job interview?　
M: If he doesn’t, nobody will.
Q: What does the man mean?

13.D
M: Hey, you should be doing your art class now. Why are you here?
W: I realized I’ve no talent for drawing. Dmp3a is a better alternative than those　brushes.
Q: What does the woman mean?

14.C
W: Oh dear, I gained these 10 pounds in the last 3 months, none of my clothes fit any more.
M: I wouldn’t complain, you look much better. In fact, you can gain another 5 pounds and still look good.
Q: What does the man mean?

15.C
M: I’d like to buy these four greeting cards. Are they ten yuan each?　
W: Three of them are. But that smaller one costs only half the price of the big ones.　
Q: How much will the man pay for the cards?

16.A
W: I know you’re busy, but how about attending a film festival tonight? Your favorite star will make an appearance.
M: You think I’d give that a miss?
Q: What does the man mean?

17.D
W: Would you mind sending champagne and strawberries to my room at 1 a.m. please?
M: I’ll try, ma’am. But on Wednesday the kitchen staff leave at mid-night.
Q: Where does the conversation probably take place?　

18.B
W: You were on the phone for a long time. To whom were you talking?
M: Oh, to Susan. She always knows the latest news in town and she couldn’t wait to see me to talk it over.
Q: What can we learn from the conversation?