13.
W: Just look at this newspaper, nothing but murder, death and war! Do you still believe people are basically good?
M: Of course I do. But newspapers hardly ever report stories about peace and generosity. They are not news.
Q: What do we learn from the conversation?
A) The man is generous with his good comments on people.
B) The woman is unsure if there will be peace in the world.
C) The woman is doubtful about newspaper stories.
D) The man is quite optimistic about human nature.
14.
M: Tom must be joking when he said he plans to sell his shop and go to medical school.
W: You are quite right. He is just kidding. He's also told me time and time again he wished he'd studied for some profession instead of going into business.
Q: What will Tom probably do according to the conversation?
A) Study for some profession.
B) Attend a medical school.
C) Stay in business.
D) Sell his shop.