Part A Directions: You will hear 10 short dialogues. For each dialogue, there is one question and four possible answers. Choose the correct answer ― A, B, C or D, and mark it in your test booklet. You will have 15 seconds to answer the question and you will hear each dialogue ONLY ONCE. 听力原文：W: Hello, John. It's good to see you. When did you get home? M: I arrived at the airport this afternoon. My wife picked me up. W: There’s a party at the Hale's tomorrow night. Would you and Nancy like to come along with us? M: Thank you just the same. Nancy and I are planning a quiet weekend with the children. I have to be back in Washington in a few days. W: Of course. I understand. Why won't the man attend the party?