ECCE Sample Test, Form B

Listening Section Audio Script

Examination for the Certificate of 1. M: Are we supposed to take out the office trash
Competency in English every day? Or just on certain days like for the
recycling?
Listening Test, Part 1. F: Yeah, regular trash goes every day, recycling
This is a test of your ability to understand spoken English. goes out only on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
You will hear short conversations. After you hear each M: And today’s Monday, right? So I’ll leave the
conversation, you will be asked a question about what you cans and bottles for now.
heard. The answer choices in your test booklet are shown as
F: And don’t forget the refrigerator needs to be
pictures. Mark your answers on the separate answer sheet,
cleaned out every Friday.
not in the test booklet. Here is an example:
M: Got it.
F: I want to learn to play a musical instrument,
but I can’t decide if I want to play the piano or What will he do today?
something smaller that I can carry places, like
the trumpet. 2. M: Hey, I didn’t know you had a pet.
M: Oh, I think you should play the trumpet. I heard F: Isn’t she cute?
it’s easier to learn. M: Yes, she is. And I bet she doesn’t make much
F: But, I really enjoy the music a piano makes. I noise either.
think I’ll do that. F: That’s right. She’s easy to take care of. The
M: Or, you could try to learn both, if you have time. hardest part is making sure there’s always lots
of clean water in the tank.
Which instrument does she want to play?
What kind of pet does she have?
The correct answer is A.
You will hear each conversation only once; the conversations 3. F: Could you order me some more red pens this
will not be repeated. Please be very quiet and listen carefully. week?
Remember to mark all your answers on the separate answer M: Sure. No problem. Need anything else?
sheet. You should mark A, B, or C. There are 30 questions in Paperclips? Staples?
Part 1.
F: I think we have enough paperclips. How about
Do you have any questions before you begin? more staples? We’re almost out of those.
M: OK. I’ll order those and the pens today and will
let you know when they get here.
F: Perfect.
What will he order?

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4. M: Are you teaching any classes this summer? 9. F: How’s everything with your parents? Didn’t you
F: Yes, but they’re online courses. It’s good say they were buying a new house?
because I get to teach, but I don’t have to drive M: Yep, they got a nice little house on the west
in to campus every day. side.
M: That’s great! Yeah, I did the same thing when F: Oh, near the lake?
my kids were little so I could stay home with M: That’s southwest. They’re more north. You know
them more. the big park that’s up past the train tracks?
F: Oh, that’s really nice! They’re on the far side of that.
What will she do this summer? F: I know that area—it’s really nice.
Where is his parent’s house located?
5. F: I love this part of the park. It’s so nice to walk
around in, and the art museum is close by. 10. F: Thanks for coming back in, Mr. Hendricks.
M: Oh, I’d love to go there later if we have time. We’ve decided to offer you the position.
F: Sure, they’re open late, so maybe after lunch. M: That’s wonderful news!
M: Hey, what was that big building we passed by F: We’ll just need you to complete some
earlier? paperwork now. Can you start on Monday
F: That’s the gazebo. They have concerts there morning?
during the summer, which is great. M: Sure, that’d be great. Will I need an ID to get
Where will they probably go after lunch? into the building?
F: Normally, yes. Someone will come to the lobby
6. M: Hey, did you get someone to work your shift this and meet you like we did today. We’ll get an ID
weekend? made for you on Monday.
F: Yeah, Frank’s gonna do it. I was afraid I’d have What will he do next?
to miss my brother’s graduation.
M: Frank’s so nice; he covered for me last weekend 11. M: I think the meeting is starting soon.
when I went camping. F: Oh, right. Thanks for the reminder. By the way,
F: I know! I told him I’d work his shift if he gets those flowers in the conference room are pretty.
scheduled for next weekend. I know he’s got a Did you get them?
concert he wanted to go to. M: Yeah, I saw them when I was out picking up
Where is she going this weekend? coffee and snacks for the meeting.
F: They’re nice—they remind me of what I grew in
7. M: Oh man, I forgot to bring a pencil again today! the garden last year.
You don’t happen to have an extra one, do you? What does she ask him about?
F: I don’t. I have a couple pens—will that work?
M: Probably not, I need to be able to erase my 12. M: I feel like I need to do some more decorating to
work. Thanks though! make my dorm room look better.
F: Ask Steve—he might be able to help. F: Do you have all the furniture you need?

What will he ask Steve for? M: I’m pretty much all set on that front. But it still
feels not really lived in.
8. M: Excuse me, do you know when the next train F: See if you can paint the walls. That gives it a
arrives? nice touch. And either way, hang some photos
of you and your friends.
F: I’m not sure. Usually they come fairly regularly.
M: Oh, good suggestions.
M: I’ve been here waiting for fifteen minutes
now. I’m afraid I’ll be late for my doctor’s What does his room already have?
appointment.
F: Give it a few more minutes. If not, you can
always take a taxi.
M: I guess so. I’d really rather not pay for a cab
though.
Where is the man now?

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13. M: Hey, isn’t that your brother over there? 18. F: I saw on the sign out front that you make all
F: Who, the tall guy crossing the street? your baked goods in house?
M: Yeah, it looks just like him. M: We do! Today we have two different kinds of
cookies: chocolate chip and sugar. We also
F: I see what you mean, but that guy’s got glasses. have slices of cake if you’re interested—
Plus, I just saw my brother yesterday and he’d chocolate or raspberry.
shaved. No more beard.
F: I’ll take one raspberry slice and a couple
M: Oh, so I guess there’s no way that could be him. chocolate chip cookies.
What does her brother look like? M: Sure, I’ll grab those for you.
What will she purchase?
14. F: Are you ready for the exam tomorrow?
M: Almost. I just have a few more things to review. 19. F: Do you know if there’s an elevator in the Life
F: Want some company? I could do a bit more Sciences Building? I have to drop off some
work for tomorrow too. equipment at the Biology Department’s office,
M: Sure. I’m heading to the library in an hour. and I’d rather not carry it up all those stairs.
F: Ok. I’ll see you there. M: There is an elevator, but the department actually
moved to the first floor.
Where will they go?
F: Oh really?
15. F: I love that ring you’re wearing—where did you M: Yeah, about a month ago. Just go right through
get it? the front and you’re there.
M: Oh I actually made it. I took a jewelry-making How will she get to the office?
class this spring, and now I can do all sorts of
cool stuff, rings, bracelets . . . 20. F: Hey, James, what are you up to?
F: Do you do necklaces? I’d love to buy one from M: I’m going to hang this poster I got at a
you. conference on my office wall. Isn’t it cool?
M: Yeah—I have an online store you can look at— F: Yeah, it’ll look good. It’s a shame they don’t let
or you can just tell me what you’re looking for. us put holes in the wall though—it would look
What will he make for her? better in a frame.
M: I know but I don’t want to get in trouble with the
16. F: Reading anything good lately? building manager.
M: I haven’t had time for many books lately. I read What will he use?
the paper every day on the train to work though.
F: You could try an audio book maybe for the ride 21. M: Hey, I’m going to the sandwich place next door,
home? Listening might be easier than reading. do you want anything?
M: That’s a good idea. I’d just have to get some F: Do you know if they do salads?
headphones. M: Not that I remember, but I know they have
What does he do on the train? soups too and maybe some pastries.
F: Umm, I think I’ll pass, but thanks!
17. M: Hey, since you’re online, could you look What would she prefer to have?
something up for me on the course website?
F: Sure, what do you need? 22. F: Thanks for inviting me to your party, Andrew! I’ll
M: See if the chemistry assignment is due on definitely be there.
Wednesday or Friday. M: I’m so glad you’re coming! By the way, I hope
F: Actually, it was extended to next Monday. We you’re okay with dogs.
got an email about it just now. F: Oh yes, I’m only allergic to cats for some
M: Oh, I was really worried it might be due reason.
Wednesday. That’s when I need to turn in my M: Oh good. I feel bad for Kelly, who’s pretty much
other paper. allergic to any pets but fish!
When is their chemistry assignment due? F: Poor girl!
What was he worried about?

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23. M: Don’t forget, class, your final projects are due 28. M: I hope I’m not forgetting to pack anything . . .
tomorrow. I’ll be holding my regular office hours I’ve got money and my ID. That’s all that really
today if you want to see me. counts, right?
F: Professor, if I can’t make it to your regular F: Well, and a suitcase, but I see that one’s
hours, can I call your office or email you this covered.
evening? M: Can you think of anything else? What about
M: Phone should be fine, but please remember I small stuff?
don’t check my email in the evenings. F: Hmm. How about sunglasses? I always forget
F: Okay, thanks! those then wish I had them.
How will she contact him? M: Oh, good call!
What does he need to pack?
24. M: How can I help you ma’am?
F: I’m looking for a new table for my dining room. 29. F: Carl, did we get a shipment of supplies in this
M: Do you have a particular style in mind? We have week?
this beautiful oval table on sale. M: No, there was some trouble with the delivery
F: I’d prefer a rectangular one. And it needs to seat truck and they didn’t make it. The truck will
at least six. bring double the order next week.
M: I have about four designs I can show you that fit F: Oh. I thought maybe it was a computer
your needs. problem. I know they sometimes have problems
with their system.
What is she looking for?
M: Yeah, me too. I actually called to make sure they
had gotten the order.
25. M: Look, my shirt ripped on the way to class this
morning. You don’t happen to have a needle What will happen next week?
and thread do you?
F: No . . . I might have a safety pin, but it doesn’t 30. M: Do you know of anywhere around here that
look like that’d do much good. does passport photos? I’m renewing mine.
M: Yeah, it’s a pretty big tear. F: I think there’s a photo store on Water Street
where they do them.
F: The university info desk has school T-shirts for
student volunteers—I bet they’d let you have M: I was thinking of doing it myself—but I’m
one. worried they won’t accept the photo.
M: You think so? Well, no harm in asking. F: Yeah, it’s probably better to stick with a
professional.
What will he probably get?
What will he get on Water Street?
26. F: Hey Chris, you go out to the beach most
weekends, right? I just sold my car, and I know End of Part 1.
you don’t have one, so I wondered what the
transportation options are.
M: Yeah, we take the express train out there, nice Listening Test, Part 2.
and quick, but there’s a bus too that’s a lot In this part of the test, you will hear four short talks. After
cheaper. each talk, you will hear some questions about it. Before each
F: Yeah, I am on a budget. talk begins, you will have time to preview the questions that
M: I’ll email you the route info! are printed in the test booklet.

How will she probably get to the beach? • Read the questions silently.
• Then listen to the talk. You can take notes in the
27. F: Hey, what did the professor say about booklet.
homework? I missed class today.
• Then listen to each question and choose the best
M: He said to read chapters four and five. That’s it answer from the answer choices.
though—nothing to write.
• Mark your answers on the separate answer sheet.
F: Great! I read those chapters when I was You should mark A, B, C, or D.
studying at the library the other night.
There are a total of 20 questions about the four short talks.
M: Wow, lucky you. Now you can just relax!
What will she do tonight?

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Questions 31 to 35. Look at the questions. Questions 36 to 39. Look at the questions.

Listen to a teacher talking to his class. Listen to a guide in an aquarium.

M: An exciting bit of news that I have for you all is that F: Good afternoon, everyone! I’ll be your guide as we
I’ve received approval to start Central High School’s tour the aquarium today. Your teacher told me that
first ever film club. I’m going to be the supervisor you’re learning about creatures that live in the ocean.
for the club and we’re going to have our first I hope you’ll recognize some of the ones you see
meeting next Thursday after school, right here in my today from the pictures in your science books.
classroom, at three o’clock. I hope to see lots of you
here. In fact, our principal told me that the number of Let’s take a look in this first tank here. This fish
student votes we received to start a film club was the is called a yellow-headed jawfish. Although it is
most she’s ever seen for an extracurricular activity narrow and a bit small in size, you can spot it easily
here at Central. So if you’re not here on time, you because of its glowing blue and yellow body. In
might not get a seat! fact, the yellow-headed jawfish gets its name from
its distinctive color and large mouth. They use their
We’ll talk a lot more about this on Thursday, but just mouths to pick up sand and rocks to make their
to give you a quick summary, the purpose of the homes in underwater structures called coral reefs.
club is to watch and discuss movies. Usually we’ll Their unique look makes them a favorite with visitors,
be watching older movies on DVD, but occasionally but watch out! These fish get scared easily and may
we’ll organize an outing to see something in the jump out of uncovered tanks!
theater. This club is going to be fun—I mean,
watching movies is fun, but it’s also going to be very In the next tank, you will see a long, brown-colored
useful educationally for you all. Because we’re not fish. It’s called a mudskipper, and they are amazing
just going to watch films, we’re going to discuss because they can live in the water or on land! These
them and analyze them. That means talking about fish can even walk and climb! They use their strong
the characters, the story lines, about symbolism . . . fins to move through the mud, which is where they
And you know what that sounds like, right? The find most of their food. Mudskippers eat a variety of
writing assignments you get in your literature plants and animals. When they get hot, these fish
classes. Literature and film have an interesting exhibit some unusual behavior. They roll around in
relationship, and that’s something that we’re going the mud to keep cool. It always makes me smile
to talk about as well. Really fascinating stuff and I’m when I see them doing that!
pretty sure it’ll help your grades too. So, I hope to Alright, let’s go see one more creature and then we’ll
see you all on Thursday afternoon. have time for questions!
31. Why does the speaker expect many people to 36. Why does the speaker mention sand and rocks?
attend?
37. How does the speaker feel about mudskippers?
32. What does the speaker imply will be a benefit to
club members? 38. What will the students probably do after the tour?
33. How does the speaker feel about the club? 39. Listen to part of the talk again. Then answer the
question.
34. What is the main purpose of the talk?
W: Their unique look makes them a favorite with
35. What does the speaker mean when he says: visitors, but watch out!
M: But just to give you a quick summary. What does the speaker mean when she says:
W: Watch out.

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Questions 40 to 45. Look at the questions. Questions 46 to 50. Look at the questions.

Listen to a radio announcer. Listen to a teacher speaking to other teachers.

M: I’d like to take a break from our classic rock music F: Good morning everyone. I hope you all had a great
hour to remind listeners about an exciting new summer and that you’re well rested from your nice
contest our radio station is sponsoring! We’d like you long vacations. You’re going to need your energy: the
to take pictures of our beautiful city. Your pictures school has a record number of students enrolled this
can include nature, people, activities, architecture, fall semester.
or anything you find interesting about the city.
The pictures can be black and white or color, your However, before I start talking about the details of
choice. courses and classrooms, I first want to talk about
the big renovation to the building that was done this
We will pick twelve of the pictures that people summer. As you’ve all probably noticed, a lot of work
send us. Why twelve, you might ask? Well, as you was done on the building: new tile floors in most
can probably guess, these pictures will go into a offices, every room repainted, a new air conditioning
calendar—one for each month! The winners will have system—and more. It looks great and there’s only a
their picture in the calendar and will receive a free little bit more work to go, which I don’t think is going
calendar once they are printed. to interfere with teaching at all.

OK, uh, next, let’s talk about the ‘how’ of submitting And I want us all to thank Sandra Dowd for this.
a picture. We have a link on our website with all of It really wouldn’t have happened without her. All
the information. You can send your image through summer long she dealt with the contractors and
that link. Only digital images will be accepted, their workers and all the problems that came up. It’s
and only winners will be announced. You’ll need because of her the work is on schedule, and she
to provide us with your phone number an email did it all with grace and humor. I’m sure she won’t
address. tell you, but the folks who worked here this summer
had no air conditioning for five weeks! So please
The calendar will be sold at all of the events our radio give Sandra your thanks. And I actually think she
station goes to. All of the money we get from selling deserves more than just our words—I’m organizing
the calendar will be given to the local hospital for a dinner for her and a small gift, which I’ll email
research and new equipment. It’s for a good cause, everyone about later this week. But in the meantime,
so we’re hoping to sell tons of calendars! please don’t forget to tell her what a great job she
Well, those are all the details—I can’t wait to see your did.
pictures! All right, back to the music! 46. What does the speaker imply about the fall
40. Why does the speaker mention nature and people? semester?

41. What will the radio station do with listeners’ 47. Why does the speaker mention the office floors?
pictures? 48. How is Sandra Dowd’s personality described?
42. Why will listeners be asked for their phone number 49. What will the speaker do later?
and email address? 50. What is the main point of the talk?
43. How does the speaker feel about the competition?
44. What is the purpose of the talk? End of the listening test.
45. What does the man mean when he says:
M: We will pick twelve of the pictures that people
send us. Why twelve, you might ask?

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