Questions 12 to 15 are based on the conversation you have just heard.

Directions:In this section, you will hear two long conversations. At the end of each conversation, you will hear four questions. Both the conversation and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a question, you must choose the best answer from the four choices marked A, B, C) and D). Then mark the corresponding letter on Answer Sheet 1 with a single line through the centre.
    12.
  • A He has a difficult decision to make.
  • B He has been overworked recently.
  • C He has just quarreled with his girlfriend.
  • D He has just too many things to attend to.
    13.
  • A Give priority to things more urgent.
  • B Turn to his girlfriend for assistance.
  • C Think twice before making the decision.
  • D Seek advice from his family and advisor.
    14.
  • A His parents and advisor have different opinions.
  • B He is not particularly keen on the job offered.
  • C He lacks the money for his doctoral program.
  • D His girlfriend does not support his decision.
    15.
  • A They need time to make preparations.
  • B They need to save enough money for it.
  • C They haven't started their careers yet.
  • D They haven't won their parents' approval.