These look like they came from a British book, and wouldn't likely appear on the TOEFL.
But I"ll explain anyway.
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(1) - He’s a very odd chap.
- It takes all sorts.
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There are many different types of people in the world.
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(2) – why don’t you do some work?
- I can’t be bothered.
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I don't want to do the work (it's too much trouble).
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(3) – It’s very cold but I’m going for a walk.
- Rather you than me.
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I haven't heard this before, but I'm pretty sure it means "You can go, but I wouldn't want to go." I
have heard "better you than me," which means about the same thing.
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(4) – Can you lend me $100?
- You must be joking.
- I’ll pay you back soon.
- That’ll be the day.
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I don't think you will pay me back (that day may never come). This one is pretty common in the US.
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(5) – Cup of tea?
- I could do with one.
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I would like a cup of tea.
Hope that helps!