PART 6

Directions: In this part, you will be asked to read an English text. Some sentences are
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incomplete. Select the word or phrase that correctly completes each sentence and mark the
corresponding letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on the answer sheet.

Questions 141-143 refer to the following announcement.

BULK TRASH PICK-UP

In June, July and August, the Department of Public Works will once again be accepting

141.
(A) requests
(B) resentments
(C) retirements
(D) regards

for pick-up of bulk trash from residences that are serviced by the city for regular pick-ups.
If you need bulk trash picked up, you can call (517) 453-8967 to make an _

142.
(A) adaption
(B) ovation
(C) appointment
(D) obedience

Bulk trash is anything over sixty pounds hems such as doors, broken chairs or pieces of
machinery are permissible.

Please remember to remove all doors from things like refrigerators, freezers and ovens, so
that a cluild cannot get trapped inside. Please do not place items outside for pick-up before
6 p.m. the previous evening or after 6 am. the day of the pick-up. items like

143.
(A) combustible
(B) inevitable
(C) dependable
(D) insurmountable

paint or solvents cannot be picked up.

They must be disposed of at the FortThornton Station at 436 Wafter Road N- W. The
station's Environmental Safety Section accepts drop-offs on weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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PART 7
Directions: In this part, you will be asked to read several texts, such as advertisement, articles or
examples of business correspondence. Each text is followed by several questions. Select the best
answer and mark the corresponding letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your answer sheet.

Questions 153-156 refer to the following letter.

Walterplus Framing Company

Smallville Avenue, Boardwalk Road, 52693 Arizona
Tel. (452) 856-7823 local (129)
September 15

Ms. Jane Richardson

Purchasing Manager
Reragon Hotel
21st Elmhurst Street Astoria, NY

Dear Ms. Richardson:

The Reragon Hotel is building a new 36-story hotel in Arizona. Also, I know that you
want to attract your prospective clients by putting beautiful cross-stitched artworks along
the hotel hallways in every floor.

Last September 10, we talked about framing your 72 cross-stitched designs but I could
not make my decision immediately because I have still had to make all the arrangements
clearly before I give my decision about framing those designs. I'd like to inform you that
the 72 designs will be framed as you like. Please refer to the different styles of the frame
to be applied to those artworks and their corresponding rates.
STYLE UNIT COST
Style A partition $250.50
Style B partition $375.25
Style C partition $ 225.00
Style D partition $185.50

We give special discounts to clients who pay at least a week before the scheduled
delivery date, order in large quantities, or have been loyal customers for more than 10
years. We also give discounts to employees of the company as well. In this case, the
discounts are simply calculated by deducting $45.00 per unit. However, a surcharge of
$50.00 per week will be added to the payment if delayed.

Please take note that some materials such as the wood, strings, glass, and other
accessories, which are needed to place the frames, are free of charge. The aluminum
frames that may be specially requested by the customers are not included above. They
have to be separately paid for aside from the cost of services in framing.

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Because you want to purchase a big amount, your order for the Style D partition may be
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given a discount. We promise that all 72 designs will be beautifully framed. We also
assure our clients that we can complete our framing service within 7 days. Therefore, we
would require you to place your order no later than September 15 since I heard the
hotel's grand opening will be on September 23.

Sincerely,
/:.i;n$a;n
Manager

153. How much is the style D partition after discounts are factored in?
A) $185.50
B) $135.50
C) $140.50
D) $ 235.50

154. What item is NOT included in the parts at no extra cost?

A) Aluminum frame
B) Wood used for frames
C) Strings
D) Glass of the frame

155. When is the last day for Ms. Richardson to place her order if she wants to meet her due
date?
A) Sept. 10
B) Sept. 12 .'
C) Sept. 15
D) Sept. 23

156. Why did Ms. Richardson get a discounted rate for her order?
A) She is employed in Walterplus company.
B) She has been a patron for 12 years.
C) She placed a large order.
D) She paid ahead of time.

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Questions 157-158 refer to the following job advertisement.

Aquaculture Industries, Inc.

Riverton Hills, Abdul, Colorado
Tel. (783) 856-1793

Do you want to be a part of a fast growing company engaged mainly in aquacultural and
agricultural research? If your answer is yes, then this is the opportunity you've been
waiting for. Aquaculture Industries, Inc. is currently in need of full-time researchers for
its research center in Denver.
Requirements:
Completion of four-year degree, preferably in chemical engineering or other related
major
A graduate of a four-year university in the country with excellent scholastic records and
good moral character
At least two year experience doing research at another company
Excellent communication skills in English
A hardworking, patient, and goal-oriented person
Ability to work under pressure and with minimal supervision

Note: Computer programming literacy is an edge but not a requirement.

Job descriptions:
Utilizing information from past studies
Conducting experiments
Organizing important data
Updating the current research work with new trends, statistics, and other data-gathering
tools
Assisting the research supervisor

Great benefits and compensation are offered for qualified applicants. If you think you
have all the qualities and abilities in performing the mentioned tasks, please don't
hesitate to apply. Just send your resume and application letter to jobs@aquaculture.com.

157. What is one of the mentioned tasks of a researcher?

A) Collecting irrelevant documents
B) Making use of data from previous research work
C) Using basic research designs
D) Preparing some experiments

158. Which of the following requirement is NOT stated for the position?
A) A bachelor's degree
B) Fluency in English
C) Strong computer skills
D) Impressive academic achievements

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Questions 159-160 refer to the following article.

Nowadays, many large oil companies are experiencing some problems with their oil production
because they are comparing their prices with other leading oil companies around the world.
Since competition is the main driving force to stay active in business, they tend to compete with
each other with relatively similar price levels to maintain the constant patronage of their
international customers. The decrease in oil production and income of these companies has
forced them to increase the cost of oil on the world market.

According to some records, the average oil production in major oil companies went down from
the expected 6.5 to 3.29 million barrels of oil per day. As a result, the supply of oil has been
insufficient to meet the demands in the international market. Also, the cost of oil has
tremendously increased in the world market, which has offered a big problem to lots of
worldwide businessmen. Nevertheless, car companies are cautiously optimistic for their future.
Despite the change in the oil price worldwide, car manufacturers are not directly affected
because they produce energy-efficient vehicles and many car users nowadays are employing
them.

159. Based on the article, what challenges are large oil companies facing?
A) Increased car rentals
B) Low demands for oil
C) Decrease in oil production
D) The decrease in oil price in the international market

160. What is inferred from the article?

A) Car companies have still gained profits.
B) Many oil companies are being closed down.
C) Oil production has been stopped temporarily.
D) Car companies have limited their vehicle production.

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