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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 answers on the 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 the 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.

Example Sample Answer

Statement (C), “He is writing in a notebook”, is the best description of the picture, so you should
select answer (C) and mark it on your answer sheet.
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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

You will hear:


When did the shipment arrive?

You will also hear:


(A) Yes, It's still alive

(B) This morning.

(C) By ship.
The best response to the question "When did the shipment arrive?" is choice (B), "This morning."
So (B) is the correct answer. You should mark answer (B) on your answer sheet.

11. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 26. Mark your answer on your answer sheet.
12. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 27. Mark your answer on your answer sheet.
13. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 28. Mark your answer on your answer sheet.
14. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 29. Mark your answer on your answer sheet.
15. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 30. Mark your answer on your answer sheet.
16. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 31. Mark your answer on your answer sheet.
17. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 32. Mark your answer on your answer sheet.
18. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 33. Mark your answer on your answer sheet.
19. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 34. Mark your answer on your answer sheet.
20. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 35. Mark your answer on your answer sheet.
21. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 36. Mark your answer on your answer sheet.
22. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 37. Mark your answer on your answer sheet.
23. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 38. Mark your answer on your answer sheet.
24. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 39. Mark your answer on your answer sheet.
25. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 40. Mark your answer on your answer sheet.
Part 3
Directions: You will hear some conversations between two people. You will be asked to answer three
questions about what the speakers say in each conversation. Select the best response to each question
and mark the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your answer sheet. The conversations will be spoken only one
time and will not be printed in your test book.

41. What most likely is the man's occupation? 46. What will the woman probably do later today?
(A) A college student (A) Use public transportation
(B) A technician (B) Pay by credit card
(C) A computer programmer (C) Meet Jim in person
(D) A sales clerk (D) Continue her research

42. What does the man say about the model 47. Who most likely are the speakers?
300XT? (A) Critics
(A) It comes with a two-year guarantee. (B) Restaurant owners
(B) It is a little expensive. (C) Cooks
(C) It doesn't support wireless internet function. (D) Colleagues
(D) It's a high-end personal computer for
technical applications. 48. What does Katherine say about "Venice"?
(A) It has got a great review.
43. What will be offered if the woman buys (B) It is a very cozy place.
today? (C) It is a beautiful city.
(A) A one-year warranty (D) She has been there several times.
(B) A printer
(C) A wireless phone 49. What time will the speakers probably meet?
(D) A scanner (A) At 6:00
(B) At 6:10
44. Why is the woman calling? (C) At 6:20
(A) To return a bag (D) At 6:30
(B) To make a reservation
(C) To apply for a credit card 50. Where does the conversation most likely take
(D) To purchase a new briefcase place?
(A) In Jacksonville
45. What is suggested about the woman? (B) At a train station
(A) She works on Jacksonville Street. (C) In Miami
(B) She recently lost her credit card. (D) At a bus terminal
(C) She lives near Jim's workplace.
(D) She will take a vacation soon.
51. What does the man recommend? 56. According to the man, who most likely is
(A) To take a direct bus to Jacksonville being recruited?
(B) To transfer to another train in Miami (A) A marketing manager
(C) To take a train (B) An operator
(D) To take a taxi to the train station (C) A sales representative
(D) A receptionist
52. According to the man, how long does it take 57. What is the woman supposed to do at 9
to go to the train station on foot? a.m.?
(A) 5 minutes (A) Interview some candidates
(B) 10 minutes (B) Attend a meeting
(C) 15 minutes (C) Visit Mr. Jefferson's office
(D) 20 minutes (D) Discuss the new position with Sue

53. What kind of business does the man run? 58. What will the woman do with Mr. Jefferson?
(A) A grocery store (A) Look over some resumes
(B) A sporting goods store (B) Interview several candidates
(C) A consulting firm (C) Talk about the merger
(D) A naming company (D) Meet with other managers

54. According to the woman, why should one be 59. What are they discussing?
careful when changing a brand image? (A) A movie they saw together last night
(A) It costs a lot of money. (B) A movie the woman borrowed yesterday
(B) It takes too much time. (C) An apartment the man rented last year
(C) It can affect customers. (D) A scratch on the back of their car
(D) It may damage the store policy.
60. What is the cause of the problem?
55. Why can't the speakers meet each other this (A) The DVD player is defective.
week? (B) The film is old-fashioned.
(A) The man's schedule is full. (C) The tapes are worn out.
(B) The woman is busy with other customers. (D) The disk is damaged.
(C) The man needs approval from his boss.
(D) The woman is out of town on business. 61. What does the man offer?
(A) To fix the defective player immediately
(B) To lend her some DVDs for free
(C) To restore the broken disk
(D) To waive the late fee video presentations.
62. Where are the speakers? 67. What does the man say about next week's
(A) At a construction site presentation?
(B) In the annex building (A) It will take place in the afternoon.
(C) In a restaurant (B) It will concentrate on the benefits of
(D) On a fishing boat (C) The president will see it.
(D) The sales manager will help them prepare
63.Who is the woman most likely talking to? for it
(A) A sales representative
(B) A janitor 68. Why is the woman calling?
(C) An architect (A) To place an order
(D) A client (B) To get a refund
(C) To change a delivery address
64. What is said about the man? (D) To ask for missing parts
(A) He works in the annex building.
(B) He has some ideas to improve the cafeteria. 69. Where does the woman want the item to be
(C) He loves a variety of seafood. delivered?
(D) He is busy with his report. (A) To the house
(B) To the office
65. What did the man do this morning? (C) To the hotel
(A) He had a talk with an executive. (D) To the warehouse
(B) He gave a talk.
(C) He made a presentation to the board of 70. What does the woman want to know?
directors. (A) If there's any additional charge
(D) He put together handouts. (B) When the item will be delivered
(C) How much the item costs
66. What does the woman suggest? (D) Why the delivery was postpone
(A) Preparing more informative materials
(B) Using a video
(C) Getting advice from the sales manager
(D) Choosing a new topic
Part 4
Directions: You will hear some short talks given by a single speaker. You will be asked to answer
three questions about what the speaker says in each short talk. Select the best response to each
question and mark the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your answer sheet. The talks will be spoken only
one time and will not be printed in your test book.

71. What is being advertised? 76. What is being given to the audience?
(A) A language learning device (A) Movie tickets
(B) A new teaching position (B) The list of movies
(C) A language textbook (C) The agenda for next month's meeting
(D) A private language school (D) Notebooks

72. How often is the introductory Chinese class 77. Who is Daniel Davis?
offered? (A) A government official
(A) Once a week (B) An auto factory worker
(B) Twice a week (C) An executive.
(C) Three times a week (D) A meeting organizer
(D) Four times a month
78. How often does the meeting take place?
73. What should a listener do to get a discount? (A) Every month
(A) Call an office (B) Every 3 months
(B) Register for the class this week (C) Every 6 months
(C) Sign up for the course online next week (D) Every year
(D) Visit the office in person
79. What is Mr. Davis asked to do for the
74. Who most likely is this talk intended for? meeting?
(A) Film maniacs (A) Bring ideas to overcome the current crisis
(B) Community volunteers (B) Contact government officials in person
(C) Hollywood stars (C) Make a keynote speech
(D) Independent producers (D) Support for the bailout

75. How often does the event probably take 80. Who is the announcement for?
place? (A) New employees
(A) Every day (B) Plant workers
(B) Every week (C) Inspectors
(C) Every month (D) Electricians
(D) Every year
81. According to the speaker, what will take 87. What is the main purpose of the talk?
place this morning? (A) To welcome a new employee
(A) New safety regulations will be announced. (B) To announce a promotion
(B) All elevators will be inspected. (C) To launch the new internet service
(C) Electrical services will be improved. (D) To introduce an award winner
(D) A regular check will be done.
88. What does the speaker say about Peter
82. Why most likely won't elevators be in Watson?
operation? (A) He was involved with the new internet
(A) They are too old. service.
(B) They will be replaced. (B) He was recently promoted to CEO.
(C) The factory will not have of electricity. (C) He won the award last year.
(D) They will be fixed. (D) He will present the prize tonight.

83. What probably happened to Brian? 89. What kind of business is being advertised?
(A) He was late for his appointment. (A) Accommodation
(B) He got his arms x-rayed in the hospital. (B) Restaurant
(C) He was hospitalized last week (C) Entertainment
(D) He hurt his legs. (D) Information Technology

84. Who is Mr. Carter? 90. What is mentioned about the business?
(A) A nurse (A) It is located just 2 blocks away from the
(B) A doctor airport.
(C) A dentist (B) Guests can exercise anytime they want.
(D) A professor (C) The buffet restaurant is open to the public
for free.
85. What is Brian encouraged to do? (D) It is only available for business travelers.
(A) Call Mr. Carter to make an adjustment
(B) Arrive at the clinic by 1:45 p.m. 91. What is the audience asked to do?
(C) Reschedule his appointment with a guest (A) Use public transportation
(D) Make a payment in advance (B) Exercise on a regular basis
(C) Explore the fashion district every night
86. Who is most likely the speaker? (D) Use the telephone to make a booking
(A) An award winner
(B) The president
(C) A computer programmer
(D) The founder of Long Beach Hotel
92. Where does the flight leave from? 97. What will take place at 1 p.m.?
(A) Chicago (A) Lunch will be served.
(B) Boston (B) The keynote speech will begin.
(C) L.A. (C) A short video will be shown.
(D) New York (D) Endangered species will be introduced.

93. What will the passengers receive soon? 98. What is the main purpose of the meeting?
(A) Sports magazines (A) To administer the satisfaction survey
(B) In-flight meals (B) To show how to use the corporate Web site
(C) Snacks and drinks (C) To share the results of the survey
(D) Duty-free items (D) To select a new internet service provider

94. What should passengers do if they need a 99. According to the speaker, what are some
pillow? customers complaining about?
(A) Check the compartment (A) Unreasonable prices
(B) Visit the cockpit (B) Inefficient Web site
(C) Talk to the pilot (C) Outdated design
(D) Push the button (D) Unkind salesclerks

95. What is the purpose of the announcement? 100. What will probably take place on Monday?
(A) To inform attendees of schedule change (A) Some ideas from employees will be
(B) To honor the distinguished researcher discussed.
(C) To stress the importance of heavy industry (B) Internet service will be enhanced.
(D) To warn about endangered species (C) Another survey will be conducted.
(D) The executives will meet customers in
96. What has been delayed? person.
(A) A free luncheon
(B) A keynote speech
(C) A talk about the protection of environment
(D) A short video presentation
READING
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 awards ------- will begin at approximately 6:00 104. We are planning to implement a ------- paper-
this evening, at which time winners are requested to recycling program for all branch offices effective next
be present to receive their awards. month.
(A) ceremony (A) revising
(B) advice (B) revision
(C) product (C) revise
(D) invention (D) revised

102. For defective merchandise, we will gladly ------- 105. Mr. Ken O'Hara, Chief Executive of ESB, after
the product or give you a full refund. more than 40 years’ service with the company, has
(A) replace announced ------- decision to retire in July 2010.
(B) cause (A) ours
(C) interfere (B) these
(D) return (C) us
(D) his
103. At the same time, the company also won a two-
million-dollar------- for maintenance of the trains for the 106. Dieting during pregnancy is never-------, as it can
next seven years. limit the nutrition available to the baby.
(A) contract (A) subjected
(B) contracts (B) restored
(C) contracted (C) recommended
(D) contracting (D) opened
107. Open Society Institute has ------- offered to 112. The company ------- working on the project for the
sponsor a number of participants from developing main office even before it chose the land to build on.
countries for attendance at the OA Workshop. (A) will begin
(A) enormously (B) had begun
(B) financially (C) has begun
(C) exceptionally (D) is beginning
(D) generously
113. Reservations are made on a first-come, first-
108. If you would like a demonstration ------- the new served basis and are ------- to room availability.
product, just ask the BKM staff at the booth. (A) plain
(A) along (B) public
(B) during (C) subject
(C) of (D) general
(D) into
114. We expect our sales to rise ------- to around $200
109. The sales manager has been asked to lead a ----- million over the next 24 months.
-- of the Asian market's future outlook during the board (A) sharp
meeting tonight at 7 p.m. (B) sharply
(A) discussion (C) sharpen
(B) goal (D) sharpness
(C) group
(D) happening 115. Ruth Akorful is a baker and has been managing --
----- business for several years.
110. NDRC is the national authority that is in (A) hers
charge of setting guidance tariffs that are ------- (B) herself
implemented by the local authorities. (C) her own
(A) subsequent (D) she
(B) subsequent to 116. The Leighton Group is a service-based
(C) subsequently organization and our success is ------- on the quality of
(D) subsequence the service we offer.
111. ------- the CEO was giving a speech to the newly (A) depend
hired employees at the training session, a secretary (B) dependable
took a picture of him. (C) dependent
(A) While (D) dependence
(B) Yet
(C) Rather
(D) As though
117. After months of-------, we are pleased to 121. Either the marketing director or the sales
announce that the company and your union have manager will represent Centum Construction Inc. -------
reached an agreement that resolves 9 out of the Bexco Architecture Conference.
1Opending grievances. (A) among
(A) specialty (B) up
(B) composition (C) at
(C) priorities (D) of
(D) negotiations
122. Your new coffee machine comes with detailed
118. Michael, the former CEO of the company, is -------which will help you use it more effectively.
looking forward to seeing many friends and ------- at (A) instruct
next year's show in August. (B) instructing
(A) acquainted (C) instructions
(B) acquainting (D) instructional
(C) acquaintance
(D) acquaintances 123. ------- she joined our company three years ago,
Mrs. Mashimo has greatly expanded our customer
119. The building built by Emaar Properties was ------- base.
scheduled to be completed at the end of this year but (A) When
the target date has been changed due to revisions in (B) Before
the building's design. (C) Whereas
(A) fluently (D) Since
(B) currently 124. Neobucks has more than 3,000 stores in the
(C) considerably United States and 25 other countries, and its logo is ---
(D) originally ---- recognizable.
(A) universe
120. Following the visit to your production facility in (B) universal
Hong Kong next week, we ------- a comprehensive (C) universally
factory automation program to meet your company's (D) universality
needs.
(A) will create 125. If you would like to comment on a recent
(B) was created experience with us, please ------- a customer
(C) having created satisfaction survey before leaving your room.
(D) had been creating (A) complete
(B) completion
(C) completed
(D) completely
126. As space is limited, be sure to contact Bill in the (B) progress
personnel department a minimum of three days in (C) chance
advance to ------- for a workshop. (D) number
(A) approve
(B) express 131. Satyam Computer Services Ltd. Has extended
(C) register the ------- for submitting applications for the marketing
(D) record manager position to April 13th.
(A) calendar
127. As a manager, you are also responsible for (B) intention
maintaining a work ------- that is comfortable and (C) deadline
ergonomically safe. (D) admission
(A) environment
(B) participation 132. If mechanical problems occur at the time of your
(C) reaction scheduled trip, alternatives will be discussed with you
(D) incident whether to reschedule the trip for a ------- time.
(A) later
128. The tree-lined trails and ------- slopes make (B) recent
Whistler Mountain a dangerous place to ride, even for (C) further
experienced cyclists. (D) following
(A) heavy
(B) forceful 133. All work will be discussed in detail before a
(C) steep written ------- is given to any client.
(D) strict (A) estimate
(B) estimates
129. Many people prefer to shop at The Bay (C) estimated
Department Store as it offers a lifetime warranty on ---- (D) estimating
--- purchases.
(A) any of 134. We have ------- with community groups and
(B) each business partners to support local economic
(C) all development projects.
(D) every (A) recalled
(B) collaborated
130. In an unprecedented ------- of generosity, Patty (C) provided
DeDominic, the founder of DeDominic & Associates, (D) employed
pledged a $1-million donation that will help local
charities.
(A) act
135. All sales representatives should know ------- 138. At the annual stockholders' meeting, large
information about the product they are selling and be printed material will be made available on request for --
able to answer any questions. --- - with visual impairment.
(A) approached (A) those
(B) detailed (B) them
(C) probable (C) whose
(D) loyal (D) which

136. Mountain Equipment Co-op. has deeply 139. A recent survey indicates ------- young women in
discounted their winter items to ------- room for the new particular are showing a strong preference for online
spring merchandise. shopping.
(A) making (A) what
(B) make (B) that
(C) makes (C) which
(D) made (D) those

137. While------- a foreign country, it would be wise to 140. The office manager is ------- for supporting staff
take only what you will absolutely need during the day members and ensuring that their work is done
and leave anything else in the safe in your hotel room. efficiently.
(A) in (A) responsibility
(B) through (B) responsibilities
(C) with (C) responsible
(D) along (D) responsibly
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 141-143 refer to the following notice.

Good news for Craft-Bilt dealers in 2008!


Many prices reduced!
There will not be a price ------- this year. In fact, the prices of certain products imported
141. (A) decline
(B) negotiation
(C) settlement
(D) increase

from the US are actually being reduced by 2%. These include Contempo aluminum window frame
components and PanelCraft panels.

As railing kits no longer include posts, please refer to Product Bulletin #39. We will not be updating
the catalogs this year. So please make a note in your catalog to ------- you of the changes.

142. (A) provide


(B) remind
(C) explain
(D) assign
These changes will be ------- as of February 15.

143. (A) effect


(B) effects
(C) effective
(D) effectively
Questions 144-146 refer to the following information.

How to Open an Account

Opening an RBC Royal Bank banking account is -------. You can get started right now and open your
account online.
144. (A) useful
(B) easy
(C) strict
(D) complete

When you click through to the Open an Account page, you'll be asked to select the type of account
you wish to open, -------to answer a few simple questions.

145. (A) then


(B) later
(C) afterward
(D) and then

Within two business days, we will mail you a Welcome Kit that has everything you need to complete
the process.

Just follow the directions in the Welcome Kit, and return the required information to us, along with
the required identification. We will then activate your account, so that you can deposit funds. If you
prefer, you can complete this ------- at your RBC Royal Bank branch.

146. (A) project


(B) stage
(C) volume
(D) transition
Questions 147-149 refer to the following advertisement.

The Chris Geith Group has several -------- in London. We are looking for ambitious,

147. (A) offices


(B) factories
(C) vacancies
(D) restaurants

hardworking applicants who are ready to begin a career in the business world. No previous
experience is necessary. All new representatives will learn from a team of experienced
representatives who share a common goal.

Applicants should have excellent communication skills, leadership qualities, and problem-solving
abilities. ----------course work in economics and marketing is not necessary, it can

148. (A) Although


(B) Because
(C) Despite
(D) Whenever

be helpful. Please be aware that applications are not available on our website. To apply for one of
these positions, you must email your resume to info@chrisgeith.co.uk, and then you ------- an
application to complete and return.

149. (A) will send


(B) were sent
(C) will be sent
(D) will have sent
Questions 150-152 refer to the following letter.

Dear Jonathan Brown,

As we approach the end of our company's fiscal year, we would like to ------- our contract
150. (A) make
(B) cancel
(C) renew
(D) terminate

with your printing firm. Your company has done a wonderful job with Historic Homecrafts this
year. As the print quality was high, we have received several -------from advertisers and
subscribers.

151. (A) compliments


(B) complaints
(C) corrections
(D) compensations

We also publish two other national magazines and would like to receive quotes from you for
their production and distribution. As you can see from the enclosed samples, these are similar
in format and size to Historic Homecrafts.

If you are interested in continuing business with us, please send a brief proposal ------- prices and
turnaround times to me by next Friday.

152. (A) specify


(B) specifies
(C) specified
(D) specifying

Sincerely,

Miranda Priestly
Editorial Department Manager
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 153-154 refer to the following e-mail.

From : Manny Alfonso<malfonso@tu.org>


To : Alicia Holden<aholden@tu.org>
Re : Guest Lecture Series
Date : January 25

Hi, Alicia,
I have some incredible news regarding the "Your Money Matters" lecture series. Although it was
quite hard to find someone available to take time off for us, I was finally able to convince one of the
world's most distinguished financial experts, Dr. Irv Lowenberg, to deliver a talk about foreign
investment in the so-called BRIC countries: Brazil, Russia, India and China. His preferred lecture
dates and times are as follows:
June 9 at 7 P.M. or June 23 at 6:30 P.M.
As he has a very tight schedule at the University of Toronto, our earliest response would be most
appreciated by him. Therefore, I suggest that we arrange a brief meeting of the committee
members as soon as possible in order to finalize the arrangements. Please let me know what you
think.
Regards,
Manny Alfonso

154. What will the chairperson most likely do


153. In which area is Dr. Lowenberg an expert?
after reading the e-mail?
(A) History
(A) Promptly organize a committee gathering
(B) Religion
(B) Directly contact the proposed speaker
(C) Economics
(C) Ask the other members to submit their
(D) Law
proposals
(D) Overview her colleagues' suggestions
Question 155-157 refer to the following advertisement.

Bass Pro Shop


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Your merchandise should arrive within 3-4 business days. Order your 238-page full-color catalog,
which will be the ultimate shopping guide for you. For faster service, please fill out the form below,
then fax to: 1-800-227-7776
FIRST NAME: David - LAST NAME: Lampy
ADDRESS: 242 Highland St, Fullerton, CA 92634

155. Who is most likely to show interest in this (C) Business suits
ad? (D) Appliances
(A) Music fans
(B) Outdoor lovers 157. What will Mr. Lampy probably do to get a
(C) Equipment manufacturers free catalog?
(D) World travelers (A) Call a 1-800 number
(B) Wait for more than a couple of days
156. What does Bass Pro Shop handle? (C) Order it by visiting the website
(A) Camping gear (D) Send the form by fax
(B) Color inkjet printers
Questions 158-160 refer to the following information.

Benhamn Reeves Band Concerts in Fancy Costumes


With each ticket you receive a free anniversary poster to commemorate the 10th annual Benhamn
Reeves Band concert.
The Benhamn Reeves Band will perform with internationally renowned singers and dancers in
magnificent costumes. The concert also will create a special atmosphere in City Arena and Golden
Hall, the largest and most famous concert halls in and around Benhamn Reeves City.
The Benhamn Reeves Band concerts will even fulfill the wishes of Strauss lovers by
performing the most impressive pieces by the Strauss Dynasty, such as The Blue Danube
Waltz and The Radetzky March. You are sure to enjoy the Benhamn Reeves
Band concerts.
For further information please check our web site : www.benhamnreeves.com or contact us at 072-
5382-5566.
o The tickets should be ordered at least eight weeks before the event is held.
o We have the right to resell the tickets in case of delay in payment.
o You can cancel your booked tickets up to 24 hours before the concert with a 30%
cancellation fee.
Dates
August 2010
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158. From where can you assume the Benhamn (C) The nickname of one member of the band
Reeves Band gets its name? (D) A piece of music composed by an artist
(A) A city name
(B) A hall name 160. When does the Benhamn Reeves Band
(C) A song title plan to play?
(D) A play title (A) In 10 years
(B) In eight weeks
159. What is The Radetzky March? (C) In August alone
(A) Another name for the band (D) In August and September
(B) The name of a Strauss fan club
Questions 161-162 refer to the following article.

Analysts announced today that orders to manufacturers have gone down by 4.2 percent

this quarter, and it was the biggest decline in five years. It was larger than the 3.5-percent drop that
economists had been expecting. They believe manufacturing will continue to be under pressure for
many more months, reflecting a deepening recession that already is the longest slump in a quarter-
century.

Orders for durable goods like automobiles and electronics fell by 7.0 percent in August, while
orders for nondurable goods, such as food, petroleum products and chemicals, fell 1.9
percent, the most since December. The slumping commercial aircraft industry and housing
sector are leading these declines. Labor costs, however, are on the rise. While

this is good news for workers, the concern is that with productivity gains slowing over the past year
and the cost of labor rising, these trends could make the Fed's job of keeping inflation under control
more difficult. Economists are hoping that factories will not raise the prices of their products to meet
the demand of labor costs, which could fuel inflation.

Investors seemed to welcome the news of slower productivity as a sign that the central bank
may finally cut interest rates, as major indexes rose several points today.

161. What is mentioned about durable goods? 162. What can be inferred about investors?
(A) Orders for them have dwindled this quarter. (A) They are hoping that the central bank won't
(B) Their output is up by 7.0 percent this lower interest rates.
quarter. (B) They fear inflation may prevent interest rate
(C) They include food and asphalt. cuts.
(D) Their request declined by 1.9 percent this (C) They are pleased about the current rate of
quarter. productivity.
(D) They are selling their options for fear of
inflation.
Questions 163-165 refer to the following notice.

Introducing a new way to get to the airport: the Newark Liberty Airport Express
The new bus service between Grand Central Station and Newark Liberty Airport will start on May 1st.
The scheduled service operates every 20 minutes during peak periods and every 30 minutes during
off-peak periods. It will take The Newark Liberty Airport Express an hour to get to the airport,
depending on traffic. Each bus is equipped with luggage bays underneath and rest rooms. When you
board a Newark Liberty Airport Express Bus, you will get a relaxing, stress-free ride to, or from, the
airport.
The travel will cost only $15 one-way; $25 round trip. If your travel plans involve Newark Liberty Airport
and Grand Central Station, then you definitely should be on a Newark Liberty Airport Express Bus!
The drop-off point at the airport is on the ground floor of each terminal, conveniently located near the
airline check-in counters. Pick-up is on the upper level of each terminal, near the baggage claim
areas.
From May 1st through May 14th, 2010, passengers using public transportation at the Grand Central
Station will be eligible for a free ride to the airport.
Discount fares
Children under 10, $7 off
Senior citizens over 65, $10 off

163. How long does it take from Grand 164. Where can you catch the Newark Airport
Central Station to the airport on the Express?
Newark Airport Express? (A) Opposite Grand Central Station
(A) About half an hour (B) At several designated bus stops downtown
(B) Just one hour (C) In front of the airline check-in counters
(C) More than two hours (D) On the upper level of any terminal
(D) Nearly one and half hours
165. How much would you pay if
you take the airport bus from Grand
Central Station on May 1st?
(A) $7
(B) $10
(C) $15
(D) Nothing
Questions 166-169 refer to the following letter.

CMC
Training & Consulting
2582 Circle Dr., Suite 302
Secaucus, NJ 07094

Hydrogenic Enterprises
N. 3871 Route 4 East
Fort Lee, NJ 07024

Dear Mr. Hoebrechts,


June 17
I have created the following programs and estimate for you, which are customized to meet your company's
specific needs. Please review these and let me know if you have any questions or suggestions.
Better Interpersonal Skills, 2-Day Workshop
Audience: All employees
Effective communications between customers and business is essential for organizational survival, employee
retention, and conflict avoidance. Employees will be equipped with skills on how to interact with people
effectively with positive energy.
The High Performance Leadership, 1-Day Seminar
Audience: Supervisors, Managers, Executives
By investing in business leadership development, the business executive will earn greater respect from those
they lead, while creating a return on investment, which can be greater than any other form of professional
development.
Closing the Deal, 2-Day Workshop
Audience: Sales and marketing staff
Your employees will learn the best methods for closing the deal with convincing argumentation
and discover creative closes for any selling scenario as developed by sales expert Zig Ziglar.
A sure thing for improving performance of your sales staff, this sales training course is
engaging and entertaining and a must for any sales-oriented business.
Consulting by the hour, also available. I look forward to hearing from you.
Feeso 1-Day Seminar $1,350
o 2-Day Workshops $2,500
o Hourly Consulting $175 per hour
* 15% discount on consulting appointments that are 3 hours or longer
Ruth St. Pierre
President of CMC
166. What is the main purpose of this letter? 168. Who is Mr. Pierre?
(A) To postpone a training program (A) The training supervisor for Hydrogenic
(B) To request feedback about the programs Enterprises
(C) To confirm the details of training seminars (B) The CEO of a training and consulting
(D) To inquire about the cost for training company
seminars (C) The director of sales at Hydrogenic
Enterprises
167. What is the cost of the workshop for a (D) The president of Hydrogenic Enterprises
sales worker?
(A) That will depend on the number of 169. Which program is NOT described in the
attendants. letter?
(B) $1,350 (A) Hourly consultations
(C) $2,500 (B) How to be a more effective leader
(D) $2,500, minus 15% (C) How to interview and hire personnel
(D) How to enhance salespeople's performances

Questions 170-173 refer to the following contract terms.

Overseas Teaching Internship (OTI) participants receive information about the placement from the
contracting organization. Furthermore, OTI participants will receive the following three documents:
Notice of Appointment, Terms and Conditions of your contract and an attached Statement of
Agreement. Please read these documents carefully, and promptly address any questions about the
contract to your contracting organization. Sign the Statement of Agreement and return it promptly to
the Contracting Organization.
OTI participants will receive information about flights and the Bangkok Orientation through
the travel agent. If you have questions regarding travel arrangements, please call the travel
agent.
If you have reason to believe that you will be unable to fulfill the entire 12-month period of your
contract with your contracting organization, please withdraw from the program before you come to
Thailand, and advise the embassy or consulate as soon as possible so that an alternate applicant
who can fulfill the contract term can be found. If notice of your withdrawal is delayed, an alternate
placement will not be made, causing an impediment to the progress of the English classes at the
schools under the jurisdiction of the contracting organization to which you were assigned. Moreover,
if you resign after arriving in Thailand, you will have to pay the price of your air ticket to Thailand and
other hotel charges.
Please note that the terms and conditions of your contract are not negotiable. Arrival in
Thailand constitutes agreement to those terms and conditions.
170. What needs to be signed and returned? 172. What would be the result of a delayed
(A) Terms and Conditions notice of withdrawal?
(B) All of the documents (A) The school to which the applicant was
(C) Statement of Agreement assigned would be without a teacher.
(D) Notice of Appointment (B) The cost of the plane ticket and hotel would
be high.
171. When do the terms of the contract (C) The teacher would have to be assigned to
become binding? an alternate site.
(A) When the signed documents are received (D) They would be impeded from leaving by their
(B) Upon initially setting foot in Thailand contracting organization.
(C) On the approval of the Contracting
Organization 173. The word "note" in paragraph 4, line 1 is
(D) At the point when the embassy is contacted closest in meaning to
(A) write
(B) inform
(C) know
(D) attach
Questions 174-176 refer to the following advertisement.

HOSPITAL VISIT MAY CAUSE MORE DEATHS


A leading medical doctor says that a visit to the hospital in the US is one of the major causes of
death. Even by the lowest estimates, hospital errors are the eighth leading cause of death in the U.S.
ahead of car crashes, breast cancer, and AIDS. Hospitals are breeding grounds for infection,
including potentially deadly infections resistant to antibiotics. Hospital food not only tastes bad, but
can also worsen a patient's health by causing malnutrition. Learn these facts and many others that
can save your life. So if you are facing hospitalization, prepare to take steps to protect yourself. Stop
Hospital Infections can help you do so. The guide comes as a monthly newsletter with information on
things to avoid and ways to improve your health during your hospital stay.
Normally, the newsletter sells for $120/year but for a limited time, you can receive an additional
academic report for only $4.00/issue. This report comes out three times a year. Call now 1-800-555-
9854 now to place your order, so that you do not miss a single copy of Stop Hospital Infections.

174. Which causes the eighth greatest 175. What does the advertisement say about
number of deaths in the US? hospital food?
(A) AIDS (A) It does not taste good.
(B) Breast cancer (B) It provides all the nutrition one needs.
(C) Hospital mistakes (C) The price is expensive.
(D) Automobile accidents (D) It is provided to patients on time.

176. What is the average monthly


fee for the subscription of the
newsletter if you also receive the
reports?
(A) $4.00
(B) $10.00
(C) $11.00
(D) $132.00
Questions 177-180 refer to the following report.

COMPARATIVE ASSESSMENT
OF TS387A AND TS731K SYNTHETIC FIBERS
The R&D team recently administered a strict test of both the TS387A and TS731K synthetic fibers
and the results are as follows:
TS731K, the newer fiber, is slightly more durable than TS387A. The TS731K was also more resilient
in severe environments, including unbearable heat and freezing cold. It is also more difficult to cut
and tear accidentally. Furthermore, TS731K absorbs a number of different dyes and retains color
well. After several cycles of tests in a regular washing machine, dyed TS731K was much less likely
to run than TS387A.
TS731K, however, requests a slightly higher manufacturing cost. Also, due to its resiliency, it cannot
be neatly cut. Unfortunately, it will never be suitable for delicate garments, but could guarantee high
profitability as a material for pants, jackets, and loose-fitting shirts.
Currently we are using TS387A to mass produce a number of garments. This fiber still presents
better quality than what most other clothing companies are using and we have had a continuous
increase in our operating profits. Under the current circumstances it might be costly and unnecessary
to convert to TS731K at this point, despite its clear superiority. We certainly need to seriously
consider changing to TS731K only when it appears our competitors are catching up to us.

177. What is the purpose of this report? 179. What does the report suggest doing?
(A) To evaluate raw materials (A) TS731 K should be used.
(B) To promote a newly set-up service (B) TS387A should continue to be used.
(C) To expose the dangers of certain products (C) The use of TS387A should be abandoned.
(D) To discuss the differences between services (D) TS731K and TS387A should be used
together.
178. What is NOT mentioned as a feature of
TS731K? 180. What is the rationale behind the
(A) It is good for use with dyes. suggestion?
(B) It is not adversely affected after several (A) TS731 K is much better than TS387A.
washes. (B) TS387A is a product of low quality.
(C) It is rather expensive to produce. (C) TS387A is still a relatively good product.
(D) It is not suitable for loose-fitting shirts. (D) TS731 K is easier to manufacture.
Questions 181-185 refer to the following memorandum and e-mail message.

To : All Staff Members


From : Personnel Manager
Re : Application Procedures

If you would like to apply for a promotion in your department, please hand in the
following documents by April 5;
- Designated application form with a photo
- Two letters of recommendation from your current supervisors
The board of directors will carefully review your application and at least two candidates
in each department will be invited to perform ten-minute presentations on future
performances and perspectives on June 10. It will be followed by a couple of interviews
before the board decides who is suitable for being promoted. The final decision will be
made and you will be notified via e-mail by the beginning of August. If you have any
questions, send me an e-mail at tom@mczi.com and I will get back to you as soon as
possible. Thank you for your attention.

Sincerely,
Tom Gallon,
Human Resources Department

To : Tom Gallon<tom@mczi.com>
From : Tony Parsons<tony@mczi.com>
Subject : Application for Promotion

I'm writing to ask you a few questions about the letters of recommendation that I need to submit with
my resume. It has been only a year since I started working here at MCZ International and
unfortunately one of my two bosses, Mr. Donovan, has been working in the branch office in Osaka
for the upcoming international project with Yamamoto Industry.
I haven't had a chance to work with him and he obviously doesn't know much about my performance
and abilities. My other boss, Mr. Dellington, has agreed to write a letter of recommendation.
Do I still have to submit one more letter to apply for the promotion? Or should I still ask Mr. Donovan
to write a letter of recommendation for me? Please let me know as soon as possible, as it will take
more than a week to get a letter from Mr. Donovan.
Sincerely,
Tony Parsons
Sales Department (Ext: 4413)
181. Which of the following is NOT scheduled 183. What can be inferred about Tony Parsons?
before the end of July? (A) He has a good reputation in the office.
(A) Interviews (B) He is working in Osaka now.
(B) Presentations (C) He has only one supervisor for his
(C) The examination of forms submitted department.
(D) Notification of a promotion (D) He has been at MCZ International for a year.

182. What is Tony Parsons concerned about? 184. Who is Mr. Dellington?
(A) His picture (A) The personnel manager
(B) His academic background (B) A staff member in the Sales Department
(C) His presentation skills (C) The manager of a branch office in Osaka
(D) His letters of recommendation (D) A member of the board

185. When was the e-mail written most likely?


(A) In March
(B) In May
(C) In June
(D) In July
Questions 186-190 refer to the following advertisement and letter.

Internship Opportunity
With Capital Hotel and Buffet Restaurant
Capital Hotel and Buffet Restaurant is seeking applicants for its summer internship program. The
program will run from June 3 through September 10 and will offer two internships: one in marketing
and one in restaurant management.
The marketing internship will be involved in creating marketing and sales promotion plans. The
program is ideal for both marketing students and recent marketing graduates who want to add real
working experience to their educational credentials focusing on sales in hospitality in a fun and
exciting environment. As part of a team with other interns, you are asked to plan and implement
several promotional events throughout the summer.
The restaurant management internship is designed to recruit the best and brightest students and
recent graduates within the fields of hospitality, food and beverage, cooking and related areas of
study.
Students participating in this internship will gain experience in our organizational operations and
customer service areas and will work with a team of other interns to create new ideas for our hotel,
restaurant, and food and beverage department. We will offer successful interns full-time employment
at the end of the program.
If you are interested in the application, please send your cover letter and resume to Mr. Eric Plinsk at
Central Plaza by May 20. Applications can also be sent by e-mail to eplinsk@capital.com.

Dear Mr. Plinsk,


I am writing to apply for your restaurant management internship. I am a business student at
Adelaide University intending to pursue a career in the hospitality industry. I also have two years
of work experience in customer relations in the food and beverage industry.
I strongly believe that I will be a suitable candidate for Capital Hotel and Restaurant's summer
internship program. More importantly, I feel that my internship with Capital Hotel and Restaurant
would be beneficial for me. Your company has an outstanding reputation for customer satisfaction,
and I am sure that my educational background, working experience and enthusiasm will be an asset
to your hotel.
I’m confident that you would find it worthwhile for us to meet. I am available for an interview at any
time. Should you want to contact me, I can be reached at rarkansas@ua.au. Thank you for your
time and consideration.
Sincerely,
Rose Arkansas
186. According to the advertisement, what 188. Why was the letter written?
will marketing interns NOT be expected to do? (A) To participate in a conference
(A) Learn door-to-door sales (B) To ask for an application form
(B) Make marketing plans (C) To propose a marketing strategy
(C) Gain some job experience (D) To express an interest in the program
(D) Organize promotional events
189. In the letter, the word "suitable" in
187. What could a successful applicant paragraph 2, line 1, is closest in meaning to
expect at the end of the internship? (A) ideal
(A) To be nominated for a prize (B) respective
(B) To be employed as a staff (C) available
(C) To get a certificate (D) impeccable
(D) To be interviewed in person
190. What might Rose Arkansas enclose with
her letter?
(A) A diploma
(B) A letter of recommendation
(C) A record of her employment
(D) A transcript
Questions 191-195 refer to the following two e-mails.

From: Jim O'Rourke<jim@wolfdale.com>

To: Adam Eastbourne<adam@jppartners.com>

Subject: Upcoming Lecture on September 25th

Date: September 3

Hello Adam!

I really appreciate you offering to be our keynote speaker at the Wolfdale Law Society Luncheon. We
are all eagerly awaiting your lecture on business ethics, which will be a very informative.
When we spoke on the phone last week, I told you that the luncheon would be held in the boardroom,
but due to the high number of people that want to hear your presentation, we have decided to book the
larger ballroom on the second floor of the Wolfdale Community Center. In addition, please pick up a
security pass at the front desk on your way in. I'll notify the security guard that you will be arriving.
If you are interested in distributing notes on your presentation prior to your lecture, my assistant Judy
Landry would be happy to make the necessary number of copies. Please forward a copy of these notes
to her by Tuesday, September 20. Her e-mail address is jlandry@wolfdale.com. If you have any
additional questions, or if you require any devices for your presentation, please feel free to contact me.
We'll see you at the lecture.
Sincerely,
Jim O'Rourke

From: Eastbourne<adam@jppartners.com>
To: Jim O'Rourke<jim@wolfdale.com>
Subject: RE: Upcoming Lecture on September 25th
Date: September 4

Dear Jim,
I am also looking forward to the lecture for the Wolfdale Law Society on September 25th.
Having practiced law now for eighteen years, and having been involved in various business
projects, I have had a great deal of personal experience with business ethics. I'd like to pass on
some of this knowledge to you and your colleagues.
During my lecture, I have asked John Greenspan, one of the junior lawyers at our firm, to
accompany me in order to help with the technical side of my presentation. John will set up and
operate the projection devices that I will incorporate into parts of my lecture.
With regard to the notes for my lecture, I appreciate your offer and will be in contact with your
assistant over the next week or so. I will probably only need a couple of pages per person.
Thanks,
Adam Eastbourne

191. What is the purpose of Mr. O'Rourke's e- 193. When will Mr. O'Rourke and Mr.
mail? Eastbourne meet?
(A) To confirm the details of a lecture (A) On September 3rd
(B) To cancel a room that had been rented (B) On September 4th
(C) To announce a change in company policy (C) On September 20th
(D) To establish an itinerary for a business trip (D) On September 25th

192. What should Mr. Eastbourne do first when 194. Who is John Greenspan?
he arrives at the Wolfdale Community Center? (A) An attendant of the lecture
(A) Contact Mr. O'Rourke's assistant (B) A security officer
(B) Pick up a security pass (C) A lawyer
(C) Go to the boardroom directly (D) An accountant
(D) Distribute his notes
195. What will Mr. Eastbourne do next week?
(A) Set up a business meeting
(B) Deliver a speech
(C) Send notes to Ms. Landry
(D) Make copies of the notes
Questions 196-200 refer to the following article and e-mail.

One Set of Clothes for Work and Play


They wear designer clothes every day, but these fashion plates don't walk down runways.
They're employees at Hotel Mariposa. From the bartenders and the bellmen to the concierges and
maids, everyone is wearing a new stylish uniform designed by acclaimed fashion designer Alfonso
Prodi. They're so stylish, in fact, that workers don't even have to get changed before going to a
restaurant or bar after work.
"Wearing a stiff uniform does not allow the person to be themselves," says Floyd Mitchum,
president of Klimax Hotels where employees wear seasonal lines by designer Vincent Foxworth.
"It's hard to expect employees to do their best work if they don't feel their best about
themselves."
More and more, hotels are turning to fashion designers to design uniforms that don't feel or look like
uniforms. Rindia Corp., the world's largest manufacturer of mass-produced uniforms has recently
turned to top fashion designers to redo their various lines of clothing for the service industry. "Hotel
employees are not interested in wearing something that feels like a uniform," says Rindia
spokesperson Phil Adams. "They want to look like they just bought something at an upscale
department store. People tend to feel better when they are wearing a designer label." And if they
happen to go to a party after work, they can do so in style.

From : Priscilla Jalaian<PriscJal@hotel.com>


To : Lance Alvarez<LanceAlv@hotel.com>
Subject : RE: New Uniforms
Date : September 24

Mr. Andrews told me we should go with the designs for the new uniforms by designer Jose
Pamerac, so I've already ordered enough for all staff members plus surplus to match our
current supply of uniforms. The order will take six to eight weeks to fill. In the meantime, I
would like you to begin informing staff of the upcoming transition and the rules regarding the
new uniforms. I hear the staff are eagerly awaiting their new designer clothes, so I don't think
you'll hear any complaints about them.
1. Staff who enter from the hotel's main entrance must be in uniform before they arrive for work.
2. When entering from one of the employee entrances, you do not have to be in uniform.
3. As with the previous uniforms, cleaning will be handled by the hotel, and the uniforms
should be dropped off in the usual collection areas.
4. Employees may wear their uniforms home if they so desire.
5. Only three uniforms will be issued to each employee. When you turn one in for
cleaning, you may then pick up another one.
I'll be sending a package to you in the next few days with design sketches of the new uniforms
and all the information regarding the proper handling of them. If anyone has any questions, tell
them to call me at my office.
Sincerely,
Priscilla

196. What is the article mainly about? 198. What probably happened before the e-mail
(A) New fashion designs was sent?
(B) The costs of doing business (A) Employees complained about their uniforms.
(C) Changes in the hotel industry (B) Priscilla sent a package to Lance.
(D) A trend in workplace attire (C) Lance had a meeting with the staff.
(D) Mr. Andrews made a decision.
197. Who is Phil Adams?
(A) A staff member at a hotel 199. How many uniforms have been ordered?
(B) A fashion designer (A) Enough for all employees
(C) A hotel president (B) Only three of each kind
(D) A company representative (C) An amount equal to the current supply
(D) Double the amount actually needed

200. What are the hotel employees required to


do?
(A) Be in uniform when using the employee
entrance
(B) Hand in a dirty uniform before receiving a
clean one
(C) Wear their uniforms when leaving work
(D) Use the main entrance during working hours

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