Dialogues Advanced Level Test - Quiz (Online Exercise With Answers) 2

This second dialogues test contains 25 multiple choice questions on the topic of dialogues of the English language. Both English learners and ESL teachers can use this online exercise as a revision to check the knowledge of dialogues.

Dialogues - Advanced Level Test 2

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Question 1

Cynthia: I’m in Professor Quinn’s political science class. She told us that she’d put some articles on reserve for her class.

Tom: Yes, those would be at the reserve desk.

Cynthia: _____

Tom: Just a student ID is okay with them, I think.

A	What are they about?
B	I’m a little bit confused about the articles.
C	Do I need a library card to look at them?
D	I think I’d better study on the computer.
E	Can you think of another place for the articles?

Question 2

Mark: Well, I had a pretty relaxing vacation. How about you, Tina?

Tina: I wouldn’t exactly call it relaxing, but it certainly was interesting.

Mark: ______

Tina: I changed my mind and didn’t do either.

A	Were you going to Paris with your boyfriend?
B	Why do you think it was interesting?
C	Does everyone know what ESP is?
D	Have you visited the Artemis Temple?
E	I remember you said you would go to Europe or you would go to work at your parents’ company.

Question 3

Tara: Did you go to the opening of the new mall on the corner?

Spencer: _____

Tara: Really! Why not?

Spencer: Openings are almost always very crowded. I prefer to wander around during my free time.

A	No, I never go to openings.
B	Yes, I did; but I wished I hadn’t.
C	In fact, I’m not at all fond of shopping.
D	Of course, I went. However, I wasn’t very impressed by anything.
E	No. We’re planning to go at the weekend

Question 4

Sam: Where’s your sister working now?

John: She works for the NBC channel; she does research work for the magazine programs.

Sam: _____

John: Well, yes. Most of it is.

A	How much does she earn?
B	Boring. Doesn’t she get tired of it?
C	I'm not sure if that kind of job would suit anybody.
D	Wow! Her work must be fascinating!
E	How did she get into a job like that?

Question 5

Paul: Have you read the latest reports on migraine yet?

Jerry: _____

Paul: Well, I wish you’d. I’d like to know what you think about that.

A	No, I haven’t. Should I?
B	I’m certain most of our population suffer from it.
C	Of course, I have. At least five times.
D	I read it together with my wife.
E	They seemed absolutely logical to me. What’s your opinion?

Question 6

Tom: James, you look worried.

James: _____

Tom: What’s wrong? Isn’t he responding to your treatment?

James: No, he isn’t. And there’s no apparent reason for it.

A	I have just come out of the operating theatre.
B	No, there is nothing wrong with me at all.
C	I am. It’s that patient again. The one I told you about.
D	Am I? Oh! It’s nothing really.
E	No, in fact, I have never been as happy as I’m today in my life.

Question 7

Jack: Are you pleased with your new secretary?

Tim: _____

Jack: Why? How long has she been with you?

Tim: Only three days.

A	Thanks for recommending her to me.
B	Well, it’s rather early to say yet.
C	I don’t like the way she dresses
D	She is always late for work.
E	Why do you ask?

Question 8

Sam: Have you read the accountant’s report yet?

Clare: No, I didn’t even know it was ready.

Sam: _____

Clare: Does that mean good news or bad news?

A	Well, it is. And it is not well prepared.
B	True. No one expected it this week.
C	You will have a real surprise.
D	Yes, I managed to read it yesterday.
E	It is really disappointing.

Question 9

Penny: When did you last see David?

George: 18 years ago.

Penny: _____

George: I don’t think so; he was only 2 years old then.

A	Are you sure?
B	He must have changed a lot since then.
C	You must have seen him often since.
D	Where did you see him?
E	Do you think you'll still recognise him?

Question 10

Martha: I see they are still investigating the cause of the fire at the hotel.

Joe: _____

Martha: Do you think so too?

Joe: Yes, I do. But it will be difficult to find who did it.

A	Some people believe it was started deliberately.
B	I don't think they will ever learn the real cause.
C	The insurance companies involved are demanding a court enquiry.
D	As far as I’m concerned, the police are not working hard enough.
E	There is actually no fire, it is just a rumour.

Question 11

Harry: Welcome back, Sally. How was your holiday? You’ve certainly got a good tan.

Sally: Yes, it wasn’t bad, not bad at all.

Harry: _____

Sally: Oh, it was terrible on the other side of the island. It rained all day apparently. But we were lucky I guess.

A	Did you go by bus?
B	Is it rainy on the island?
C	Why did you stay so long?
D	Oh! That’s lovely! I’m glad to hear that.
E	I heard the weather was bad in Sardinia.

Question 12

Martin: ____

Sue: I agree. It’s clear from that picture where he is talking to his career advisors that he decided quite early in his life what he wanted to do.

Martin: So once he found his inclination, he went to university to study business.

Sue: Look at the picture where he is a graduate. He must have been a very good student, too.

A	Well, I think Mr Moore decided to become a businessman while he was at school.
B	What do you think the next step in Mr Smith’s career was?
C	I think money is an important factor in deciding on a career.
D	People tend to think that some jobs can only be done by men or women only.
E	Both parents should work full-time if they need money.

Question 13

Stella: I don't think Edward Jones would take a chequebook with him on holiday.

Jack: _____

Stella: But he could take traveller’s cheques. They are a very safe and secure way of carrying money abroad.

Jack: Yes, and he could also take his credit card, as he can book hotel rooms and tickets with it.

A	I think he should carry some traveller’s cheques with him.
B	When I travel, I prefer taking my credit cards with me.
C	No, it would be useless as he can only use it in his home country, not abroad.
D	I agree with him. There is no point in him taking cash.
E	He could also take some Spanish money.

Question 14

Sam: I don’t think Ralph and Jane would choose to go to Disneyland in Florida.

Daphne: _____

Sam: Well, let’s see. I think Egypt is a possible choice. For one thing, there are a lot of archaeological sights for them to see there.

Daphne: I think so, too. Since they have two weeks’ holiday, there is enough time for them to go on a tour through Egypt.

A	But what if they don’t want to go to such a hot place in summer?
B	We haven’t taken Hawaii into consideration!
C	Well, that is very tiring.
D	I quite agree with you. Disneyland is great for little children, but not for adults who are interested in archaeology and history.
E	I’d like to go with them. I think it would be great to see Florida as well.

Question 15

Speaker: Do you have a programme?

Organiser: Yes, it’s here. You’re due to speak first, just after the introduction by Professor Parker.

Speaker: _____

Organiser: No. It’s Okay. If you look, you’ll see we break for coffee and then the rest of the morning is available for questions.

A	Nonsense. I’d like to use a DVD set.
B	When do you think we’ll have the discussion?
C	Then where shall we sit?
D	I don’t like that man at all. Could you please take my turn to a more convenient time?
E	Only an hour? There won’t be much time for questions.

Question 16

Tara: What? What’s the matter?

Mark: _____

Tara: Well, at least you’re in one piece.

Mark: But, it’s such a shame! It was my favourite one!

A	I’ve hurt my hand.
B	It’s nothing.
C	My jacket! Look, I’ve torn my jacket.
D	Ouch, I’m such an idiot; I’ve lost my blues cassettes.
E	I’m all right, no problem.

Question 17

Holly: Manuel, why are you so grumpy?

Manuel: I’m tired and I’m so hungry that I could eat a horse.

Holly: _____

Manuel: I didn’t really mean it, Holly, it’s just an expression. Cheer up, please!

A	What a terrible thing to say!
B	Me too. Shall we find a restaurant?
C	Oh, how nice. Let’s stop for lunch.
D	What an amazing view!
E	Then, why don’t we slow down?

Question 18

Alison: Hi! Can I have your autograph, please?

Celeste: Sure! We’re just waiting for the photographer to get ready.

Alison: _____

Celeste: Great - most of the time, that is.

A	How did you manage to be at the top?
B	Have you decided to be an actress?
C	When do you think you’ll retire?
D	How long have you been here?
E	What’s it like being a model?

Question 19

Simon: I think life in the future will be such fun. We’ll be able to live in palaces with robots who’ll do all the work.

Timothy: I’m sure you’ll be doing that in California. However, in other parts of the world things won’t be so easy. We’ll have used up most of the world’s resources and lots of people will have to live in poverty.

Simon: What makes you say that? And anyway we’ve got lots of poor people in the USA now.

Timothy: ______

A	Where do you get all these facts from? I didn't realise you knew so much.
B	That’s right and the number of poor people in rich countries is growing.
C	More numbers! And big numbers! We'll have to do a lot to correct the mistakes.
D	Then, there's lots of hope for the future.
E	I like the idea of robots very much.

Question 20

Paolo: Hi Marcel - What are you doing?

Marcel: _____

Paolo: You must be joking! It’s freezing.

Marcel: Oh, don’t be a spoilsport Paolo, the water looks perfect.

A	I’ll swim, why don't you join me?
B	Well, I’m writing a letter to my grandmother.
C	I’ve decided to go to bed.
D	I will have a shower.
E	What do you think I will do? The best time to go sailing is afternoon.

Question 21

Alice: Have you made our plane reservations yet?

Laertes: No, I’m leaving it up to you.

Alice: ______

Laertes: Okay, then. I’ll call the airway and deal with this problem at the lunch break tomorrow. Don’t worry.

A	I don't want to go anywhere this weekend.
B	Ok, I'll try to go to the airport this evening.
C	I see. For when would you like me to book your plane tickets?
D	Do whatever you want, dear. It isn’t important for us to visit your parents this weekend.
E	Oh, dear, I cannot. I am very busy and I have a lot to do instead of making plane reservations.

Question 22

Debby: I should tell them they need more decorations.

Thomas: _____

Debby: At least I can try. Maybe I can convince them.

Thomas: Okay, but don’t be hopeful!

A	I am of the same idea. I think you can be right.
B	They never listen to anyone, so save your breath.
C	Do you really think that these decorations aren’t enough to satisfy them for the party?
D	If you think so, just do it.
E	I strongly disagree with you. To me, they don’t need any more decorations for this small house.

Question 23

Suzan: I hope to be a well-known artist someday.

Catherine: _____

Suzan: Oh, you’re always so supportive of me. Thank you for your encouraging words.

Catherine: You’re welcome. I’m just saying what I see in you. These are not a compliment but the truths.

A	Well, you’re certainly on the right track.
B	I think you will never realize the difficulties of real life.
C	When will you notice you are living in an illusion and give up these nonsense dreams?
D	If you were an artist, with whom would you act in a movie?
E	Do you really believe in yourself that you will be able to achieve this aim?

Question 24

Customer: Hello, I’m looking for a toy for my friend’s child.

Shop assistant: Good afternoon. What kind of toy are you looking for?

Customer: _____

Shop assistant: Hmm. Our job seems a bit difficult then. But I have a Japanese robot which probably no child has at home.

A	Could I have a look at it?
B	Not exactly. What I'm referring to is the last word in Chinese toy fashion.
C	Oh dear, I really don’t know which one to choose.
D	I want to get him something brand new and original because she’s got everything you can imagine.
E	I don’t care about the price. He is my best friend’s son.

Question 25

Tim: What do you think about the film The Princess Diaries?

Ashley:_____

Tim: What did you like about it?

Ashley: I loved the storyline. I have always loved childhood tales about ugly ducklings that turn into swans.

A	The film was very predictable and it doesn’t appeal to me at all.
B	My friend and I saw this movie today at the Riverside Mall.
C	I think it’s geared more towards children so I regret watching it.
D	I haven’t seen it yet. Would you recommend it?
E	I was certainly not disappointed and I’m glad I saw it.