0PRACTICE TEST 10

LISTENING TEST
In the Listening test, you will be asked to demonstrate how well you understand spoken
English. The entire Listening test will last approximately 45 minutes. There are four parts
and directions are given for each part. You must mark your answer on a separate answer
sheet. Do not write your answers in the test book.

PART 1
Directions: For each question in this part, you will hear four statements about a picture in
your test book. When you hear the statements, you must select the one statement that best
describes what you see in the picture. Then, find the number of that question on your
answer sheet and mark your answer. The statements will not be printed in your test book
and will be spoken only one time.

Sample Answer
(A) (C) (D)

Example

Now listen to the four statements.

Statement (B), “The woman is typing on a computer," best describes what you see in the
picture. Therefore, you should choose answer (B).

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1. (C) the woman is buying something

2. (B) the woman in filming something

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3. (B) vehicles are parked next to each other

4. (D) the people are

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 5. (D) the bicycle is on the ground

6. (D) He’s drinking a cup of tea

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7. (B) three colleagues are talking to a fellow worker

8. (A) the men are

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9. (D) he's checking into a hotel

10. (B) She’s faxing a document

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PART 2
Directions: You will hear a question or statement and three responses spoken in English.
They will be spoken only one time and will not be printed in your test book. Select the
best response to the question or statement and mark the letter (A), (B), or (C) on your
answer sheet.

Example Sample Answer

(B) (C)

You will hear: How are you?

You will also hear: (A) I'm fine, thank you.
(B) I’m Dave.
(C) I’m a police officer.

The best response to the question, "How are you?" is choice (A), "I'm fine, thank you."
Therefore, you should choose answer (A).

11. Did you get up early this morning

B. No I got up late
12. How was your father
A. he's 65 years old
13. What's new
A. nothing special
14. how have you been lately
A. pretty busy
15. did you call me yesterday
B. yes I wanted to speak to you
16. what time does the meeting start
B. in just a few minutes
17. did you go to the bank
C. it's closed today

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18. where would you like to go for
luch
B. it doesn't matter
19. have you read The Minister's son
A. no but I've heard it's very good
20. how do you start the washing
machine
C. Just wait, and I'll do it for you
21. can you come over after the show
B. that would be nice
22. are you finished with that
magazine
A.just about
23. is the cat sick
B. no it's just sleeping
24. is the cat sick
B. no it's just sleeping
25. when is the next train

A. 5 o’clock
26. is this product manufactured
domestically ?
B. no it is imported
27. why was the meeting postponed

C. not everyone could make it today

28. who is in charge of scheduling the
clerks?

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The manager takes care of
29. what were the police doing here

A. they were investigating a break-in

30. hey the store is closed

C. the owner had a family emergency

31. does the boss mind if we snack
while working
B. she doesn't allow it
32. how much should I tip the driver

A. tipping is not customary here

33. are you an employee here

C. actually I'm the owner

34. do these figures look right to you

B. they sem a little hight to me

35. have you booked our flights yet?

A. yes we're on the first plane out

tomorrow
36. how did you get that stain on your
vest
B. I spilled some tea at lunch
37. what do I owe you for the coffee

C. it’s on the house

38. when will you be closing

A. in just a few minutes

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39. why couldn't you have just
repaired the thing
A. the damage was too expensive
40. could you hand me the hammer

C.I'm about to use it myself

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Part 3
Directions: In this section of the test, you will hear a number of conversations between
two people. You will be asked to answer three questions about what is said in each
conversation. You must select the best response to each question and mark the letter (A),
(B), (C), or (D) on your answer sheet. Each conversation will be spoken only one time and
will not be printed in your test book.

Tomorrow morning it's a New York

how long will you stay there

just two nights I'll be back on Friday evening

41. Why is the woman going to travel?

A. To go shopping
B. To attend a conference
C. To take a rest
D. To eat some ice cream

42. Where will the woman travel to?

A. Nowhere
B. Her office
C. New York
D. We don't know.

43. On what day does the conversation take place?

A. Tuesday
B. Wednesday
C. Thursday
D. Friday

John how many brothers and sisters do you have

I have four brothers and three sisters

Waoo you have a big family are you the youngest

One yougest brother

44. How many sisters does John have?

A. None
B. Two
C. Three
D. Four

45. How many children do John's parents have?

A. Three
B. Four
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D. Eight

46. How many younger sisters does John have?

A. None
B. One
C. Two
D. Three
Tom What did Tell my brother do
he used to be a doctor but now he's a fireman
that's amazing you know my brother is a fireman to
maybe they know each other

47. What does Tom's brother do?

A. He's a doctor.
B. He's a pilot.
C. He's a fireman.
D. He's a dentist.

48. Why is the woman surprised?

A. Her father is a fireman.
B. She wants to be a doctor.
C. Her brother used to be a doctor.
D. Her brother is a fireman, too.

49. What does Tom think is possible?

A. Tom knows the woman's brother.
B. Tom's brother knows the woman's brother.
C. Tom has a sister.
D. The woman will become a doctor.

look at that black clouds I think it might rain soon

I hope not I have to walk home

don't worry I will give you my umbrella

thanks I'll give it back to you in the morning

50. Why does the man think it will rain?

A. He read the weather forecast.
B. There are a lot of black clouds.
C. He can see many people with umbrellas.
D. It has been raining all day.

51. What is the woman's problem?

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 A. She doesn't want her new shoes to get wet.
B. She missed the bus.
C. She doesn't have an umbrella.
D. She hates the rain.

52. What will the man do?

A. Lend the woman an umbrella
B. Give the woman a ride home
C. Give the woman a ride to the station
D. Check the weather forecast

I don't have any money I forgot to bring my wallet

don't worry I then do some is $50 enough
thanks I'll pay you back tomorrow
53. Why doesn't the woman have any money?
A. She has a lot of debts.
B. Her wallet was stolen.
C. She forgot her wallet.
D. She lost her wallet on the bus.

54. How much money will the man lend her?

A. None. She should be more careful.
B. As much as she wants.
C. $50
D. $500

55. When will the woman pay him back?

A. Never
B. On pay day
C. Tomorrow
D. In a week

56. What does the man want to do?

A. Give a presentation
B. Cook some food
C. Have light food
D. Go to see the manager

57. What problem does the woman have?

A. She is going home late.
B. She has some work to do.
C. She is having car trouble.
D. She is not feeling well.

58. What will the woman probably do next?

A. Give a presentation

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 B. Start a report
C. Prepare meals
D. Join the man
59. Where is this conversation most likely taking place?
A. A drug store
B. A clothing store
C. A party planning office
D. A paint shop

60. What is the woman mainly concerned with?

A. Size
B. Style
C. Color
D. Cost

61. What does the man show the woman?

A. A salad dressing
B. A new product
C. A light
D. A catalogue

62. What are the speakers mainly discussing?

A. The new clock
B. The man's schedule
C. An important meeting
D. New neighborhood

63. When does the man have to reach the office?

A. By 6:30
B. By 7:30
C. By 8:30
D. By 9:30

64. Whom will the man call later?

A. His supervisor
B. A supplier
C. His coworker
D. The woman

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65. What color is the file the man is looking for?
A. Red
B. Green
C. Yellow
D. Blue

66. When did the man lose his property?

A. A few minutes ago
B. An hour ago
C. Yesterday
D. Two days ago

67. What does the man think may have happened?

A. He has received the wrong information.
B. He didn't prepare enough for a presentation.
C. Other employees moved his documents.
D. A table has not been cleaned yet.

68. Why is the woman glad to see the man?

A. Because he can help her with a project
B. Because he can translate French
C. Because he is an important customer
D. Because they haven't met for a long period

69. When did the man return?

A. Today
B. Yesterday
C. A week ago
D. A year ago

70. Why did the man go to Paris?

A. To meet a relative
B. To meet friends
C. To engage in business
D. To enjoy a vacation

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Part 4
Directions: In this section of the test, you will hear a number of short talks given by a
single speaker. Again, you must answer three questions about what is said in each talk.
Choose the most appropriate response to each question and mark the letter (A), (B), (C), or
(D) on your answer sheet. Each talk will be spoken only one time and will not be printed
in your test book.

welcome to the February meeting of the ultimate city council. agenda for tonight is as
follows. first there will be a short speech by all men. are too honorable Kathy McPherson
about the recent problems with garbage pickup. following that we will vote on The
Proposal made last week to begin holding two council meeting of the month rather than
the current one per week finally after ShopRite we will open the floor to comments and
questions from the citizens of Altamonte

71. What will the mayor talk about?

A. Tonight's agenda
B. A new meeting schedule
C. Garbage pick-up
D. The citizens of Altamont
72. What was proposed last week?
A. Taking questions from the floor
B. Less frequent meetings
C. A mayoral election
D. A February meeting
73. Who will be able to ask questions?
A. Altamont City Council
B. Kathy McPherson
C. The mayor
D. Citizens of Altamont

Tired of sitting behind that desk day after day only to pick up that meager paycheck at the
end of the month so was I that's why I joined the sales team at Jones insurance right now
not only do I spend much of my day out of the confines of an office I also learned what I
am worth if you have experience in sales are now are interested in getting the paycheck
you deserve give us a call and let Jones Insurance

74. According to the advertisement, what is the speaker's job?

A. Office manager
B. Salesperson
C. Insurance investigator
D. Announcer
75. What did the speaker dislike about her previous job?
A. Not getting paid regularly
B. Getting little experience

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D. Too much time in the office
76. What is an advantage of working for Jones Insurance?
A. It is a large company.
B. It pays well.
C. It is famous.
D. It gives long vacations.

tensional employees the National Weather agency has just announced a blizzard alert for
our area they are currently projecting extremely high winds of up to 18 centimeters of
snow over the next five hours at the safety of our employees is always a prime concern
here at Jetson manufacturing the decision has been made to see Spectre operations at 3
p.m. in order to allow you to get home while the roads are still passable anyone that he
more than 10 miles away is encouraged to clock out at 2 p.m. everyone please drive
carefully I will see you here bright and early Monday morning
77. When do employees need to report to work again?
A. In five hours
B. At 2:00 p.m.
C. On Monday
D. At 3:00 p.m.

78. What is forcing the factory to shut down early?

A. A hurricane
B. A snowstorm
C. The National Weather Agency
D. Manufacturing problems

79. When should a worker living more than ten miles away leave?
A. As soon as possible
B. In five hours
C. At 2:00 p.m.
D. At 3:00 p.m.

well it appears we have a full house today I'd like to thank you all for signing up for this
bullet retraining program and I'm sure you will find it quite helpful as we begin the change
of it to the new computer system To day we will be here for just over an hour but
subsequent sessions will lost the schedule 2 hours now if you will please open the folder is
that you would given as you entered the auditorium and take out the yellow sheet this
sheet should have your name position title and employee number typed in the upper right
hand corner if any of this information is incorrect please tell one of the train is before
leaving today
80. What is true of today's training session?
A. Many employees are attending.
B. It will last two hours.
C. It is in a conference room.
D. It is mandatory.

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81. What is typed on the yellow sheet of paper?
A. Employee information
B. A computer password
C. The schedule
D. Training instructions

82. What should employees do if there is a mistake on the yellow paper?

A. Tell one of the trainers before leaving
B. Tell one of the trainers next time
C. Tell one of the trainers immediately
D. Go to the auditorium
Thank you for purchasing this computer featuring the new Onyx 4.0 operating system if
you are already familiar with the upgraded Onyx system and would like to skip this
introduction price control that fat anytime if you have used earlier visions of Onyx and
wish to review some of the Innovations in version 4.0 press the spacebar now if you are a
new user and would like to view the full introduction do nothing and the introduction will
begin in ten seconds if at any time you would like to pause the introduction press the
backspace key to return to any section of the introduction press the backspace key
followed by D to the full introduction will now begin
83. According to what was said, what product has been purchased?
A. A computer
B. An instructional program
C. An upgrade
D. A video game

84. What should a user do to watch the full introduction?

A. Start Onyx 4.0
B. Press the backspace key
C. Wait for it to start
D. Press the space bar

85. How can a user pause the introduction?

A. It is not possible.
B. Press the backspace key
C. Press D2
D. Use Onyx 4.0

Are you trying to improve your English if so come to Dave's English camp we try to make
learning English and enjoyable experience for you we have classes from 8 to 12 every
morning after you can practice speaking with other English students from around the
world
86. What does Dave's English camp try to do?
A. To make English easy
B. To make English fun
C. To make English boring
D. To help you write English

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87. What time are the classes?
A. From 8-11
B. From 9-12
C. From 7-12
D. From 8-12

88. What can you do after class?

A. Practice writing English
B. Practice speaking English
C. Watch English movies
D. Do an English test
my cousin is a very good photographer he has spent over $3,000 on his camera he takes
pictures of many different things like nature are movie stars he then sell the pictures to
newspaper he seems to enjoy his job
89. What does the speaker's cousin do?
A. He takes pictures.
B. He sells cameras.
C. He is a movie star.
D. He doesn't have a job.

90. How much has the speaker's cousin spent on his camera?
A. Over two thousand dollars
B. Over four thousand dollars
C. Over three thousand dollars
D. Over four hundred dollars

91. Who does he sell the photographs to?

A. Book publishers
B. Magazines
C. Newspapers
D. The local news station

92. How many people ran in the marathon?

A. 20,000
B. 30,000
C. 200,000
D. 300,000

93. Where will the money go?

A. To the city parks
B. To the city schools
C. To the government
D. To the city hospital

94. What time did the winner finish in?

A. Two hours
B. Two hours, thirty minutes

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D. Two hours, fifty minutes
Attention all students due to a boost in the gas pipes as well as the extremely cold weather
today's classes will be canceled the school buses will be arriving in 20 minutes to take
everyone home tomorrow's classes will most likely be cancelled also but the local radio
station will make an announcement in the morning
95. Why are the students being sent home?
A. It is a school holiday.
B. There is a problem with the heating system.
C. Some of the teachers are absent.
D. The water pipes burst.

96. When will the buses arrive?

A. In twenty minutes
B. In thirty minutes
C. In forty minutes
D. In one hour

97. How will the students know if the school is closed the following day?
A. Their parents will be called.
B. It will be announced on the local TV station.
C. They can find out on the Internet.
D. The local radio station will make an announcement.

Ladies and gentlemen we are experiencing some bad weather so all passengers must return
to their seats and fasten their seat belts I would like to remind you that this is a non-
smoking flight so smoking will not be permitted we should pass through the bad weather
within 30 minutes at which time lunch will be served

98. Where is this announcement most likely being made?

A. On a train
B. On the subway
C. On an airplane
D. On a boat cruise

99. Why do the passengers have to fasten their seatbelts?

A. They are landing.
B. Lunch is being served.
C. They are taking off.
D. They are passing through some rough weather.

100. What will happen in thirty minutes?

A. They will land.
B. Dinner will be served.
C. They will enter into some bad weather.
D. Lunch will be served.

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 This is the end of the Listening test.
Turn to Part 5 in your test book.

READING TEST
In the Reading test, you will read a variety of texts and answer several different types of
reading comprehension questions. The entire Reading test will last 75 minutes. There are
three parts, and directions are given for each part. You are encouraged to answer as many
questions as possible within the time allowed.

You must mark your answers on the separate answer sheet. Do not write your answers in
the test book.

Part 5
Directions: A word or phrase is missing in each of the sentences below. Four answer
choices are given below each sentence. Select the best answer to complete the sentence.
Then mark the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your answer sheet.

101. The company will spend more money on the ------- of environment-friendly vehicles.
A. develops
B. developed
C. develop
D. development (n)
102. The -------- candidates should have a college degree and five years' experience.
A. succeed
B. successful
C. successfully
D. success
Adj + Noun => A new house
103. Every month, our company -------- some money for local elementary schools.
A. donates
B. to donate
C. donating
D. are donated
104. All researchers must -------- this week's session = meeting on laboratory policies.
A. attend
B. comply
C. inspect
D. apply
105. Please visit our website -------- information on international shipping charges.
A. for
B. because
C. if
D. while
106. The banquet (= party) in honor of Dr. Park will -------- at the Diamond Hotel.
A. Hold
B. be held
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D. to hold

107. We -------- a survey on workplace safety.

A. explain
B. accommodate
C. conducted
D. raise
108. Because of technological advances, the number of workers in the manufacturing
industry will --------.
A. to decrease
B. decreased
C. decreasing
D. decrease
109. Construction workers have to know how to use the -------- equipment.
A. protect
B. protects
C. protectively
D. protective
Adj + Noun => A new house
110. Most employees had to work overtime to -------- the promised date of delivery.
A. occupy
B. address
C. appoint
D. meet
111. The distributors have -------- us that they should receive the samples by next week.
A. informing
B. informs
C. informed
D. inform
Have/has + PP (V+ed/c3 => I have met her.
112. Most consulting firms usually -------- high fees for their consulting services.
A. charges
B. charge
C. charging
D. is charging
113. Mr. Kim, the plant manager, expressed his support for -------- of a new parking lot.
A. constructive
B. construction
C. constructively
D. constructed
114. Mr. Sam has been working -------- a marketing consultant for the past ten years.
A. among
B. as
C. behind
D. within
I work as a teacher => I am a teacher

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115. The construction of the new stadium has been postponed -------- the lack of funding.
A. due to
B. because
C. although
D. if

116. -------- this month's sales were disappointing, the management decided to hold
promotional events.
A. Due to
B. In spite of
C. According to
D. Because
117. The accounting director decided to conduct an -------- on the cash flow problem.
A. introduction
B. investigation
C. satisfaction
D. exhibition
118. It is expected that the board of directors will -------- the proposal.
A. approved
B. be approved
C. approval
D. approve
119. The -------- building was designed in 1915 by renowned architect Carol Aileen.
A. impressively
B. impress
C. impression
D. impressive
120. Customers can -------- one of our sales representatives in our store.
A. attend
B. contact
C. apologize
D. accept
121. My umbrella -------- by that terrible wind this morning.
A. broke
B. was broken
C. break
D. had broken
122. He wanted -------- the exam.
A. to not fail
B. not to fail
C. to fail not
D. failing not
Wan / need + to inf / not + inf
123. -------- the research uncovered some problems, the company decided to stop the project.
A. Since
B. Wherever
C. Despite
D. Even though

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124. They say that the -------- has not yet been decided.
A. deadline
B. finishing line
C. clothesline
D. underline
.
125. With only one more week, he -------- better prepared for the concert last Saturday.
A. could have been
B. could be
C. could well have
D. could well be
Could + V(bare inf) => I could meet her yesterday. I coul’d meet him yesterday.
Could / would / Must / Can + have + PP
Ex: I sold his car for school fee. I could have asked me for help
I can have met her yesterday (50%). He must have met her yesterday. (95%)
I met her yesterday (100%)
126. The photocopier needs --------.
A. to fix
B. to be fix
C. fixing
D. to be fixing
Need / require + to inf (active)
Ex: I need to repair my house
Need / require + to be + PP / V-ing (passive)
=> My house needs to be repaired. = My house needs repairing
127. Brian and Diana phone -------- almost every day.
A. themselves
B. themseff
C. each other
D. the other
128. Let's take another -------- at the sales figure.
A. view
B. scene
C. glance
D. vision
to take / have a look/glance at something
129. It is reported that the boat -------- about 60 miles off the coast of South Africa.
A. disappeared
B. was disappeared
C. was being disappeared
D. has been disappeared
130. I am considering --------.
A. taking a new job
B. to take a new job
C. take a new job
D. do take a new job
V1 (consider / enjoy / love ) + Ving
V1 (want / need / ask + to inf
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131. What will become -------- the child now that his parents are gone?
A. with
B. at
C. of
D. to
To become of someone = To happen to someone
132. The instructor told us -------- to find the book.
A. whom
B. which
C. where0
D. what
133. There are few mothers -------- don't love their own children.
A. who
B. which
C. but
D. except
134. More and more overseas visitors are coming to this city to -------- clothes.
A. bought
B. with buy
C. after buying
D. buy
135. Who is that man (who is wearing) -------- black?
A. wears
B. is wearing
C. wear
D. wearing
136. -------- in a lake is very different from swimming in an ocean.
A. To swim
B. Swimming
C. To be swimming
D. Swim
To win her heart is my goal. = ? My goal is to win her heart.
Playing football is fun. Reading books is hobby.
To help you is my pleasure. =Helping the poor (people) is my pleasure.
137. There are no -------- between the brothers.
A. same
B. difference
C. similarities (Similar)
D. variation
138. In addition to English, my daughter can -------- French.
A. talk
B. say
C. speak
D. tell
139. On my trip to Italy, not only --------- suitcase, but I broke my glasses.
A. I lost
B. I lose
C. lost I

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140. Since the early 1990s, the demand for personal computers --------.
A. steadily increases
B. steadily increase
C. has been steadily increasing
D. are steadily increasing
Part 6
Directions: Read the texts on the following pages. A word or phrase is missing in some of
the sentences. Four answer choices are given below each of these sentences. Select the
best answer to complete the text. Then mark the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your answer
sheet.

Questions 141 through 143 refer to the following article.

WE ARE LOOKING FOR TENANTS IN THE TWIN CITIES AREA

Apartment Search Magazine (ASM) is -------- to advertising apartment communities,
141. A. devotes
B. devotee
C. devoted
D. devotion
townhouses, and condominiums available in the Twin Cities area. If you have an
advertisement you would like included in ASM, call (599) 373-3329 M-F 9:00 a.m.-5:00
p.m., or email us at asm@twincities.org.
ASM is published -------- and is distributed FREE to our readers. It can be found at key
142. A. monthly
B. one a month
C. by monthly
D. in a month

locations such as grocery stores, convention and visitor centers, chambers of commerce,
restaurants, college campuses, and hotels and motels. ASM reserves the right to refuse
advertising for any reason. No advertisement will be accepted if it is in violation ---------
143. A. to
B. from
C. for
D. of

the terms of the Housing Non-Discrimination Act of 1997.

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Questions 144 through 146 refer to the following notice.
Good personal hygiene is required of all our food service employees. Please refer to
the -------- guidelines.
144. A. under
B. followed
C. following
D. below

Hands must be clean at all times, and you are required to wash them with soap and
hot water at the beginning of your shift and at -------- once every hour thereafter, after

145. A. least
B. most
C. all
D. many

handling trash, and before returning to work from the restroom or meal breaks. Nails are
to be trimmed to a reasonable length. The maximum acceptable length is 1/8 inch longer
than your fingertip. Failure to adhere to these guidelines --------- result in your being asked
146. A. has to
B. could have
C. might
D. should

to leave work for the day, and repeated failure or refusal to adhere WILL result in job loss.

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Questions 147 through 149 refer to the following memo.

Memo
To: All Employees
From: Mail Division
Re: Internal Mail delivery
Date: June 3rd

The Mail Division would like to ask you to be sure to follow the set guidelines for the
-------- of internal mail. Recently, several members of staff have complained that
147. A. deliver
B. delivery
C. deliverance
D. deliberation

mail has taken a long time to pass from department to department. While we do our
best to provide same-day delivery, this is not always possible. To help us do a -------- job,
148. A. more
B. best
C. better
D. most

please remember to do the following: put all items to be delivered in envelopes, write
the name of recipients in capital letters, write the department of recipients UNDER
their name, and write all the -------- information in the top left-hand corner of the
149. A. above
B. under
C. following
D. next

envelope. Thank you for your assistance.

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Questions 150 through 152 refer to the following advertisement.

The annual BIG Mart super sale is here again. For the next seven days, we are offering
savings of between 10 and 40% on selected items from our -------- stock. If you have had
150. A. now
B. next
C. contemporary
D. current

your eye on a new washing machine, now you can get one from just $300. Looking for a
new TV for the living room? We have flat-screen TVs from just $599. We are also
offering great savings on MP3 players, DVD players, and many -------- items from our
151. A. another
B. also
C. too
D. other

home entertainment range. Check out our website for a list of our special offers. The
list is updated hourly. If you can find the same item at a cheaper price
in another store, just bring us proof and we'll match the -------- price. Please note all
152. A. cheaper
B. cheap
C. cheaply
D. more cheap

items are either ex-display models or returned merchandise. ALL items come with a
twelve-month warranty.

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Part 7
Directions: In this part, you will read a selection of texts, such as magazine and
newspaper articles, letters, and advertisements. Each text is followed by several questions.
Select the best answer for each question and mark the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your
answer sheet.

Questions 153 through 155 refer to the following article.

Fire Damages Pet Food Warehouse

Rochester: April 1st. Late in the evening of March 29 th, a fire caused
extensive damage to the Huggy Dog Co. pet food warehouse on West 24th
Street. There were no injuries. The only employee on the premises was
security guard Russ Loupinek, who called in the fire at 9:47 p.m. Fire
fighters arrived minutes later and put out the blaze. Most of the loading
area was destroyed. The cost of the damage is estimated at $400,000.

Early investigations point to a faulty heating system as the cause of the

fire. According to a Huggy Dog spokesperson, the company that installed
the system, AMC Heaters, had ignored numerous complaints about the
heating units over the past 4 weeks. Huggy Dog plans to take legal action
against AMC Heaters.

153. What business is Huggy Dog in?

(A) Fire fighting
(B) Heating systems
(C) Pet food
(D) Installations
154. What part of the warehouse was most affected by the fire?
(A) The premises
(B) The loading area
(C) The security guard
(D) The pet food
155. What will the company do?
(A) Move to a new place
(B) Start a heating systems business
(C) Go to court
(D) Hire a new security guard

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Questions 156 through 158 refer to the following advertisement.

FOR SALE
1986 Celebrity Eurosport.
Low mileage and one careful previous owner.
Don't miss this one! Classic F-platform. Has original doors
and GM/Delco stereo! New exhaust, shocks, tires, and brakes.
All replaced within last 6 months. Needs a paint touch-up and some
minor repair work on fenders, rear bumper, and engine. Seat covers
and Ziggy window shade included. Reliable transportation for
a student, or as a second car. $400 or best offer.
Cash only please. Call Randy, 398-3412,
weekdays before 5 p.m.

156. What part of the car needs repair?

(A) Shocks
(B) Fenders
(C) Exhaust
(D) Tires

157. What form of payment does the seller want?

(A) Credit card
(B) Personal check
(C) Money order
(D) Cash

158. When could an interested buyer call?

(A) Sunday morning
(B) Tuesday night
(C) Thursday morning
(D) Saturday night

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Questions 159 through 161 refer to the following fax.

Fax Cover Sheet

Date: August 15th
Time: 9:55 a.m.
To: Saul Leganza, Guzzi Imports
Fax: [345] 123-5668
From: Peter Brown, Mel-Mart Superstore
Fax: [336] 999-7356

This is just to confirm that I received your phone message. My flight to

California has been canceled because of bad weather. I will now be
leaving Denver and arriving at LAX on United Flight 77 tomorrow.
I am sorry for any trouble this will cause you. Hopefully we can
reschedule our meetings for the 17th. I have attached my new itinerary.
Please call me if you have any questions; otherwise, see you soon!

159. Where is Mr. Brown now?

(A) LAX
(B) California
(C) Denver
(D) United

160. Why did Mr. Brown send this fax?

(A) To confirm a reservation
(B) To reschedule a flight
(C) To cancel a meeting
(D) To confirm a message

161. When will Mr. Brown arrive in California?

(A) August 14th
(B) August 15th
(C) August 16th
(D) August 17th

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Questions 162 through 164 refer to the following announcement.

"Movies at the Marquis"

The Marquis is proud to announce a repeat of our special feature week.
Introduced last month, the special feature week was a great success. We
will now be holding this event on a monthly basis.

Classic movies special feature week

Blazing Rules (1956) Western. Kip McVities, Rosie Ranger.
Monday, 6:00 p.m.

The Bilge and the Brine (1943) Drama. Mack O'Jangler, Gregory Ryan.
Wednesday, 7:30 p.m.

Elvis and the Swamp Monster (1978) Comedy. Mike Myhrom, Rupaul.
Friday, 8:00 p.m.

Digstown (1987) Comedy. Lou Cossette, Jr., D.Hasbro Eisenman. Tuesday

through Thursday, 9:00 p.m.

162. On what day can a person see two movies?

(A) Monday
(B) Friday
(C) Sunday
(D) Wednesday
163. What two movies are the same type?
(A) Blazing Rules & Digstown
(A) The Bilge and the Brine & Digstown
(B) Elvis and the Swamp Monster & Blazing Rules
(B) Digstown & Elvis and the Swamp Monster
164. Which movie is the oldest?
(A) Blazing Rules
(B) Elvis and the Swamp Monster
(C) The Bilge and the Brine
(A) Digstown

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Questions 165 through 168 refer to the following announcement.

Bugs and Beans Coffee Shop

Museum of Natural Science
401 E. Rosser Ave.,
Columbus, OH 45021
Tel: (502) 235-4678 Fax: (502) 235-4688
Mr. Tomi Galoob,
Galoob Ceramics
PO Box 356
Frispie, NY 02165
Dear Mr. Galoob,
Thank you for sending me a copy of your latest ceramics catalog. You have been sending
us your catalog here at the museum for several years now, and I always look forward to
reading it. I was amazed yet again at the variety and creativity that you have displayed in
your work. Your vases and bowls are quite exquisite! They look so realistic. They really
do resemble the plants and animals that they are modeled after. I would like to order 50
more of the ladybug bowls. They are perfect for holding sugar cubes, but unfortunately we
have had a lot of breakages this year. However, it was the scorpion cups that really
grabbed my attention. According to the catalog, they are available in small, medium, and a
limited number of extra-large sizes. I am interested in purchasing approximately 25 of the
extra-large scorpion cups. If they are popular, I may consider ordering more, if the
museum has the budget. Please send me information on your available stock. I would
appreciate receiving the information by fax. I look forward to hearing from you, and hope
that we will be able to continue doing business for a long time to come.
Sincerely,

Linda Trump,
Manager, Bugs and Beans Coffee Shop

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165. What does the letter request?
(A) The latest catalog
(B) Information about stock
(C) 25 large cups
(D) Vases and bowls
166. How should the ceramics company respond?
(A) Send a letter
(B) Make a phone call
(C) Send a fax
(D) Write an email
167. How long has Mr. Galoob been sending his catalog to the coffee shop?
(A) Since last year
(B) For many years
(C) For a short time
(D) For a month
168. What will the coffee shop use to hold sugar?
(A) Scorpion cups
(B) The catalog
(C) Ladybug bowls
(D) Fax

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Questions 169 through 172 refer to the following advertisement.

Dream Vacation
Golden sandy beaches, deep blue seas, peace and quiet, and delicious food.
Would you like to take the vacation of a lifetime? Have you always thought about getting
away on a romantic cruise but could never afford it? Now your dream can become a
reality. Get away with Dazzle Tours. Why not take one of our mini-breaks? You will find
that a seven day break costs a lot less than you thought. If you book now, you can get
away for even less. For a limited time we are offering a Caribbean cruise with stops in
Jamaica, Aruba, and Puerto Rico for only $499. (Excluding taxes, service charges and visa
fees included.)
Your Dazzle Tour includes:
 Round-trip airfare from Palm Beach to Belize
 All meals and on-board entertainment
 Choice of breakfasts, buffet lunch and three course dinner menu
 Includes full use of our sports center, sauna and casino
 Jet-skiing and scuba diving
 Savings on shopping
 Book of discount coupons given to each passenger ̶ can be used in any of our on-board
shops and boutiques (excludes alcohol and tobacco)
 Guided tours at destination cities with one of our expert local guides. All guides are
fluent in English and extremely knowledgeable about their city.
With a Dazzle Tour, every day is a new adventure. All tours last seven days, six nights.
Departures every Sunday until August 31st. Reservations must be made two weeks in
advance. Call one of our agents to reserve your place now!
Dazzle Tours: 0800-990-990

169. Which place is NOT a stop for the cruise?

(A) Jamaica
(B) Aruba
(C) Palm Beach
(D) Puerto Rico
170. What is NOT included in the tour price?
(A) Meals
(B) Airplane tickets
(C) Service charges
(D) Taxes
171. If you wanted to go on June 21st, which would be the best date to make reservations?
(A) August 31st
(B) June 14th
(C) Two weeks later
(D) June 5th
172. How long does a Dazzle Tour last?
(A) 6 days
(B) Until August 31st
(C) 2 weeks
(D) 7 days
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Questions 173 through 176 refer to the following advertisement.

Park Board Meeting

All local citizens! You are invited to the City Park
Board open meeting!
Come along and find out what is happening in your local park. The City Park Board open
meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, October 17th at 8 p.m. in conference room B of the
public library. Agenda items include the following: funding for new snow blowers,
construction of a temporary outdoor ice rink for the winter, and next month's Winterfest
Bonfire Ball to raise money for equipment for the children's playground.
Snow blowers will enable us to keep the park open all year round, even in the heaviest
snow. With the park open all winter, we have decided to convert the central pond into an
ice rink. Local business man Hans Brent has donated $10,000 towards the cost. Winterfest
Bonfire Ball tickets will be on sale at the meeting. They always sell out fast, so coming to
the meeting will increase your chances of getting a ticket.
It is not necessary to notify us of your attendance in advance. However, if you would like
to speak at the meeting, or present a report on behalf of a local organization, please contact
Glen Tuber at the city office, on 345-5467, extension 4, before October 5 th. All speakers
must be given authorization before the meeting, so it is essential that you do contact us in
advance.
Every weekday, we receive dozens of phone calls from local citizens who want to know
what is happening in the park. Don't be one of those people. Come along to the meeting
and find out the truth for yourself.

173. Where will the park board meet? 175. Who should call Glen Tuber?
(A) At the ice rink (A) People who want to attend the
(B) In the library meeting
(C) At the office (B) People who want to buy tickets
(D) In the park (C) People who want to speak at the
174. What will NOT be discussed at the meeting
meeting? (D) People who want to borrow library
(A) Building a place to ice skate books
(B) Paying for snow removal 176. When will the park be closed this
equipment winter?
(C) Speakers at the next meeting (A) October 17th
(D) An upcoming festival (B) October 5th
(C) It will not be closed this winter.
(D) It will be announced at the meeting.
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Questions 177 through 180 refer to the following advice.
Tips for shopping through the mail
Every year, thousands of people successfully order goods from mail order
catalogs. However, some more unfortunate individuals find that the goods
they ordered look nothing like the pictures, arrive damaged, or don't
arrive at all. Here are some tips to help protect yourself when you shop
through the mail.
● Before placing your first order, ask around. Have your friends or family
used this catalog before? How was their experience? Were they satisfied
with the goods and service? Would they use the company again?
● Read all available information, including the return policy. Look for
companies that offer a no-questions asked return policy. Check
whether you will have to pay postage if you need to return goods.
● Always include shipping costs and sales tax in the final price when
comparing costs. In some cases, the shipping costs can really add up.
Make sure you know exactly what you are paying for.
● How long will you have to wait for your order? If you need something in
a hurry, shopping by mail might not be the best option.
● Keep records of your orders, including the catalog name, address,
telephone number, and the date that you placed the order. Of course,
you should also keep track of items ordered, operator name, and
expected date of delivery.
● If you encounter any problems with a mail-order company, contact a
consumer advocacy group. You can easily find telephone numbers for
such groups in the telephone directory or on the Internet.

177. What should be included in the final price?

(A) Sales tax and insurance
(B) Shipping and insurance costs
(C) Return cost and taxes
(D) Sales tax and shipping costs
178 What should a buyer keep record of?
(A) Return policy
(B) Fine print
(C) Operator name
(D) Shipping costs
179. When could it be a bad idea to buy something through the mail?
(A) At busy times
(B) If you need something quickly
(C) Because the goods are damaged
(D) If you don't like the catalog
180. Who should you contact if you have problems?
(A) Family or friends
(B) The post office
(C) A consumer advocacy group

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(D) The phone directory

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Questions 181-185 refer to the following advertisement and letter.

OFFICE ASSISTANT

Busy architectural firm seeks independent hard worker to be

our office assistant. Responsible for answering phones,
making appointments and schedules, maintaining database,
typing letters and documents, and other tasks as needed. High
school diploma required, some college desirable. Must have
knowledge of word processing and database software. Send
résumé to Mr. J. Woo, Architect, Modern Designs, Inc.,
51 River Street, Middletown, California 94945

Mr. J. Woo

Modern Designs, Inc.

51 River Street

Middletown, California 94945

Dear Mr. Woo:

I saw your ad in last Sunday's City Times looking for an office assistant. I am well-
qualified for the position you offer. I am very organized and hardworking. I have the
computer skills and educational level you require. I am particularly interested in this
position since in the future I would like to enter your profession. In fact, I am taking a
night class at the university now, and hope to enter as a full-time student after I gain a few
years of work experience. I am enclosing my resume, and you may call my high school if
you would like to see a copy of my high school record. I hope to hear from you soon.

Sincerely,

Lu Wang
Lu Wang

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181. According to the ad, what will the new office assistant have to do?

(A) Photocopy documents

(B) Make phone calls
(C) Maintain computers
(D) Make appointments

182. What kind of computer program does Lu Wang know how to use?

(A) E-mail
(B) Web browser
(C) Word processing
(D) Architectural software

183. What kind of job does Lu Wang want in the future?

(A) Architect
(B) High school teacher
(C) University professor
(D) Computer programmer

184. What is Lu Wang doing now?

(A) Studying in high school

(B) Taking a university class
(C) Seeking a job as an architect
(D) Working as an office assistant

185. What has Lu Wang enclosed with her letter?

(A) Her résumé

(B) Her schedule
(C) Her high school record
(D) Her university's catalog

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Questions 186-190 refer to the following invitation and e-mail.

You’re invited!
What: Farewell party

Where: Conference Room 2

When: Thursday, 4:30 P.M

As you all know, Martha Cunningham and her family are

moving to another city. Let’s show her how much we
appreciate all the hard work she’s done for us.

Please bring a refreshment to share. Call Ted Jones in the

accounting office by Tuesday to let him know if you’ll attend
and what food you’ll bring. Also, we’re taking up a collection
to buy a gift for Martha. If everyone contributes just $15, we’ll
have $300 to buy her something really special.

Thanks, Susan Billings.

To: Susan Billings

From: Tom Williamson

Subject: Farewell Party

Hi Susan,

I'm sorry I couldn't attend the party yesterday, as I'd planned, because I had a family
emergency. Everything is OK now. I heard that everyone had a great time at the party and
that you were able to raise $75 more than you expected. Fantastic. I'm sure Martha loved
her gift. I did get a chance to sign the card before I left the office. Did you get the cake
I sent over? It was a chocolate one from the Paris Bakery, so I hope it arrived on time for
everyone to enjoy.

See you at the meeting this afternoon.

Tom

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186. Who was the party for?
(A) Tom
(B) Ted
(C) Susan
(D) Martha

187. When did Tom write the e-mail?

(A) Tuesday
(B) Wednesday
(C) Thursday
(D) Friday

188. Why couldn't Tom attend the party?

(A) He had an emergency.
(B) He had made other plans.
(C) He had to attend a meeting.
(D) He had to work on the accounts.

189. How much money was raised for the gift?

(A) $15
(B) $75
(C) $300
(D) $375

190. What did Tom send to the party?

(A) Money
(B) A card
(C) Food
(D) A gift

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Questions 191-195 refer to the following notice and e-mail.

The Dental Office of

Dr. Lilia Molari, DDS
Notice to all patients
OUR POLICY
We are here to serve you. In order to do so, the following policies are in effect.
Cancellation Policy
When you make an appointment, we reserve that time for you.
Cancellations must be made 24 hours in advance or
a $40 cancellation fee will be charged.
Payment Policy
We expect payment in full upon receipt of services.
Payment may be made by check, credit card, or money order only.
Office Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 9-5, Fri. 12-8
Emergency phone: 555-9754 when the office is closed.
During normal office hours,
call us at 555-4825.

To: Dental Office

From: Jim Wilson

Subject: My appointment

I'm sorry I can't make my appointment this morning. I have to attend an emergency
meeting in the afternoon and will have to spend the morning preparing for it. I know
this is less than 24 hours notice so I'll be charged the cancellation fee. I'll have my
assistant write and send a check today.

I'd like to reschedule my appointment, but my days are really full for the next several
weeks. You have evening hours don't you? Please give me the next available
appointment you have after 5:30 in the evening. Let me know by e-mail or phone.
My office phone: 555-8977, and cell phone: 555-6295.

Jim Wilson

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191. What form of payment is NOT accepted by the dental office?

(A) Cash
(B) Check
(C) Credit Card
(D) Money Order

192. If a patient has an emergency on Saturday morning, what number should he call?

(A) 555-9754
(B) 555-4825
(C) 555-8977
(D) 555-6295

193. What will Jim Wilson do this afternoon?

(A) Go to the dentist

(B) Attend a meeting
(C) Call for an appointment
(D) Send a check to his assistant

194. How much will Jim Wilson pay for his appointment today?

(A) $24
(B) $40
(C) $240
(D) $400

195. What day of the week will Jim Wilson's next appointment be?

(A) Monday
(B) Tuesday
(C) Thursday
(D) Friday

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Questions 196-200 refer to the following two phone messages.

While you were out…

To: Harry Pak

Pamela Lopez of One World called.

Time: 11:15 a.m.

About: Your upcoming trip.

She can't get you a flight on Tuesday morning. There is a flight late
Tuesday afternoon and one on Wednesday morning. Which do you
prefer? Also, she can get you a room at the Grand Hotel, as you
requested, but she can get you a better deal at the Marionette Hotel
or the Riverside Hotel. Which hotel do you prefer? What day do you
want to return? Please let her know before 3:00 this afternoon.

While you were out . . .

To: Pamela Lopez

Harry Pak of Pak and associates called.

Time: 12:30 p.m.

About: Flights and Hotels

About the flights, he’ll take the second option, but he’ll stay with his
first choice for his hotel. He plans to stay the weekend and would like
a flight back on Monday evening, arriving no later than 8:30,
if possible. Also, he has a vacation next month and would like to go to
the beach. Can you look into travel arrangements for him?

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196. What is Pamela Lopez's job?
(A) Secretary
(B) Hotel clerk
(C) Travel agent
(D) Airline ticket agent

197. What time did Pamela Lopez call Harry Pak?

(A) 3:00
(B) 8:30
(C) 11:15
(D) 12:30

198. When does Harry Pak want to start his trip?

(A) Monday evening
(B) Tuesday morning
(C) Tuesday afternoon
(D) Wednesday morning

199. Which hotel does Harry Pak want to stay at?

(A) The Grand Hotel
(B) The Marionette Hotel
(C) The Riverside Hotel
(D) The One World Hotel

200. When will Mr. Pak take a vacation at the beach?

(A) Next weekend
(B) Next week
(C) Next month
(D) Next year

This is the end of the test. If you finished before time is called,
you may go back to Parts 5, 6 and 7 and check your work.

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