Now we will begin Part A with the first conversation.

Part A.
Number 1.
Are the exams corrected yet?
No, but they'll be corrected by noon.
What does the man mean?
Number 2.
Has Martha's visa arrived yet?
I think it arrived last month.
What does the man mean?
Number 3.
What did the professor do in the first class?
I missed it because I was late.
She outlined the course requirements.
What does the woman mean?
Number 4.
How did Chuck look when you visited him in the hospital?
He's looked better.
What does the man mean?
Number 5.
How much was tuition increased for next month?
More than I can afford.
What does the woman mean?
Number 6.
How were the grades on the history exam?
No one got above a C.
What does the man mean?
Number 7.
You know, this is the second time this week that you've been late to class.
It was impossible to find a place to park before the 10 o'clock class.
What does the man mean?
Number 8.
Can I help you find something?
Yes, thank you. I need to get a new rug.
What does the woman mean?
Number 9.
I'd like to open an account.
Would you like a savings account or an interest bearing checking account?
Where does this conversation probably take place?
Number 10.
Why does Jane spend so much time in San Francisco?
She has a cousin there, so she likes to visit, especially during the holidays.
What does the man mean?
Number 11.
Are you really hungry?
I feel like I haven't eaten in weeks.
What does the man mean?
Number 12.
The traffic outside is really loud.
I'll say.
What does the woman mean?
Number 13.
Have you seen the headlines yet today?
I haven't had a chance to read a word.
What are they probably discussing?
Number 14.
I'm not ready yet, and it's going to take me a while longer.
You'd better hurry. Take five minutes too long, and you'll miss the bus.
What does the woman mean?
Number 15.
I think it's impossible for me to pass this class.
You should never say impossible.
What does the man mean?
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