READING REVIEW

You will find the Answer Sheet for Reading Review on page 331. Detach it from the book
and use it to record your answers.
READING TEST
In the Reading test, you will read a variety of texts and answer several different Types t
reading compfehension questions. The entire Rnading 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
tesl book.
PART 5
Directions: A word or ptirase IS missing in each of the sentences below Four answer choices
ara given below each sentence. Selcl the best answer to complete Ih9 sentence Then mark
the Wilt (A), (B). (C), or (D) on your answer sheal.

the computer seemed like d

loi.

102.

105. The cook insisted that he

the
soup to make sure that it was spicy
enough.
(A)
( Ft)
(C)
(D)

He should have no problem making his

connecting flifcht as long as thf re
long lines at customs.

106.

(A) aren't
(B) will bp
(C) won't be
(D) haven't
103.

107.

(A) npv>r brer late

(B) have never bix-n late
(C) havp bp*Ti late never
(D) hav bwn never Idto
104.

212

had gone
wenl
have gone
are going

When the transaction

, the seller
was astonished since he had felt thai
hi; buyer was satisfied.
(A) fell through
(B) got off
(C) turned in
(D) gave up

If everyone submits the assifcmiJ parts

of thf proposal by five o'clock, the final
proposal
the day after
tomorrow.
(A)
(B
<C)
(D)

The exchange rate would have be*n

better if they
to a reputable
bank.
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)

When employees claim that they

,, it's usually because they don't
know that we keep a tnesheet.

tasting
to taste
tastes
taste

108.

The accountant had her daughter

past records to keep hur busy
while school was out
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)

is going to prepare
is prepared
is preparing
will be prepared

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to file
is filing
file
filed

109.

110.

I think everyone on the stdff will benefit

Ihe change ot mandgi-ment
(A)

from

(B)
(C)
(D)

onto
at
to

115.

(A) from
(B) lo
(C) for
(D) at

The buses, are crowded and dirty;

they are never on hmc

"lift.

(A) for example

(B) instead
(C) in addition
(D) nevertheless
111.

The Information we publish comes

directly
our correspondents
worldwide.

117.

(A)

Her extensive resume and her glowing

reference letters prove that she w a
competent
ill her field.

118.

114.

119.

but
and
so
as well as

Consult a tax professional if you

you are entitled to thin
deduction.

Until recently, the colors of high-tech

products
metallic gnn
on black
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)

My attitude and outlook on life have

definitely improved
1 started
job [ like.
(A)

to liquidate

(A) thought
(B) think
(C) had thought
(D) had been thinking

The incentives to buy an apartment in

the new development were highlighted
I the promotional video,
afterwards no one showed any interest
in purchasing one.
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)

Despite the recent report* t inrrMM";

in profits at the Boston franchise, the
corporation wanted it
(B) will liquidate
<C) liquidate
(D) liquidated

(A) profession
(B) professorial
(C) professional
(D) profess
US.

First, determine which MftwiHN

program will solve your problems;
, buy compatible computer.
(A) besides
(B) next
(C) on the other hand
(D) therefore

(A) by
(B) with
(C) from
(D) at
112.

With its recent

return
economic
health, the railroad industry is growing
slowly.

120.

while

Since Its inception, the purpose of our

organization
to encourage civic
responsibility.
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)

(B) if
(C) when
(D) since

is
will be
have been
was being

always are
ulwuvs
has always been
can always

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213

121.

(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
122.

128.

This review
consideration the
opinions of both groups.
takes on
takes into
takes off
takes to

The information is given orally;

it is printed in Ihc booklets.

(A) will need

(B) need
(C) needs
(D) needed

,
129.

(A) in addition
(B) therefore
(C) consequently
(D) thus
123.

A steady cash flow is a

necessity for us; therefore, a seasonal
130.

(A) finance
(B) financier
(C) financed
(D) financial

125.

Although
Since
However
Whether

nor
yet
and
80

132.

Thpir boss will not let thom

from home even if they have a valid
fxfUHf for needing to do so.
133.

214

They missed their connecting flight

Sunday, so they were forced to
sleep dt the airport.
during
by
in
on

Construction of the new plant began

2006 but was halted when the
budget was cut.
(A) on
(B) in
(C) at
(D) trm

Even though she had d flood job with

full benefits, she
wh*n nhe got
married.
(A)
(D)
(C)
(D)

Thf pension plans cover only domestic

employees;
_. international
pmployees must make other
arrangements.

(A)
IB)
(Q
(D)

(A) lo work
(B) work.
(Q working
(D) will work
127.

interesting
interest
interested
interestingly

(A) moreover
(B) even though
(C) in addition
(D) consequently

According to customer surveys, our

product fine for teens continues to be
both dependable
affordable.
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)

126.

131.

was
has been
is
will be

A higher average
rate
accounted for about one-third of the
financing costo.
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)

losses tend to occur

unpredictably, loans are reviewed every
six months
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)

As far as I can recall, the effective tax

rate or the previous year
42 percent.
(A)
(B)
(C )
(D)

business IS noi optimal.

124.

If Mr. Lu
assistance contacting
the speakers for the conference, r u
notify you through e-mail.

gave it to
gave il'out
gave it away
nave it up

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134.

Myreceptionistwill get the forms

first thing tomorrow so that we
can fax them to the head office before
the conference calL
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)

signed
to be signed
sign
signing

138.

(A) therefore
(D) nevertheless
(C) namely
(D) in addition
139.

135. If the fax machine isn't working, the

proposal can
be scanned onto
the computer and e-mailed out.

136.

(A)

tomorrow

(B)
(C)
(D)

recently
always
namely

140.

besides
next
unfortunately
yet

Activities abroad contributed to more

than half of both total sales And
cos ti.
(A) operator
(B) operation
(C) operating
(D) operated

(A) recently
(B) within the hour
(C) never
137.

We were presented w illi severe

challenges,
we managed to
record improved ix-sults.
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)

Though I have my doubts that this will

be the end of it, Mike IS optimistic that
negotiations will be settled

(D)

Her department brought in the most

profit*
, she was promoted
before the nrtnr managers.

seldom

If the product had been adapted lo local

tastes and preferences, sales
dramatically

(A)
(D)
(C)
(D)

will increase
do increase
might increase
would lu ve increased

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Questions 141-143 refer to the following letter.

EZ Phones
1031 Park Road
Idhnsonville
Wellington 1003
NEW ZEALAND
Heather Taylor
99 Shorlbnd St
Auckland 1007
NEW ZEALAND
August 30, 20

I Var Ms. Taylor

insufficient funds in your checking account, Bunds Bank returned

(A) on
(B) to
(C) (rom
(D) of
check in the amount of $123 39. dated August 1, to EZ Phones. Yesterday we
142. (A) his
(B) their
(C) your
(13) my
contacted Bonds Bunk to find out if the balance in your account had changed. The
bank manager confirmed tKat there is still not enough money in your arcount to cover
Check #347.
Due

141.

line 12 t our cellular phone contract states thai i-.z Phones charges its customers $35
fur oil dishonored checks. We will add this amount to your next bill along with the
overdue
.
143. (A) equipment
B) balance
(C) credit
(DI contract

Please contact us by phone to discuss this matter further. In the event of a bank error,
LZ Phootf will return this muni'v to you in the form oi credit.
I hank you.

Asthlcy Hiirrii-S
Accountant

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Questions

144-146 refer to the following e-mail message

u
To:
From:
Subject:

cheeselactory
datrymixco
Congratulations

Dear Pat and Sherry Louis.

Congratulations on taking over the ownership of The Cheese Factory Bakery. Jim
enjoyed great success with this establishment for over len years. We hope the
bakery brings you wealth and happiness, loo
The Dairy Mix Company

a key supplier lor The Cheese Factory

144.

(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)

is
will be
has hwn
being

Bakery since its grand opening We are interested in continuing this relationship
and
your customers satisfied. 1 have attached a list of our current
145. (A) keep
(B) kept
(C) to kfep
(D) keeping
products and rates for you to browse. For a more detailed description, visit our
website.
Our sales representative, Alan Hunter, would be happy lo meet with you. To book
an appointment, please call
at 212-555-9009 He can discuss your
146. (A) them
(U) us
(C) me
(D) him
needs and assist you with ordering.
Best Wishes.
Max and Lisa Talbot
1 Owners. Dairy Mix Co.
212-555-9878

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Questions 147-149 refer lo the following movie review.

Movie:
Starring:
Rating:
Reviewer:

Over the Hill

Toru Sato
*
Toshi Aboyashi

The release of Tom Sale's latest film Ovtr the Hill was a big .
147.

this weekend

(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)

. for fans in theaters

disappointing
disappointment
disappointed
disappoint

opening night, many people at Tokyo's Palace Theater walked

148.

(A) On
(B) At
(C) By
(D) Since

out before the movie was over. "1 was expecting so much more from Sato because of lst
year's success," one moviegmr said.

Oivr Ac Hill hd!> an unoriginal plot about a businessman who works so hard that he
forgets ubout the important thing* in life. Hiroshi, played by Sato
talks to his
1-49. (A) sometimes
(B) rarely
(C) frequently
(D) always
family and never takes a holiday. He commutes to and trm work for four days before
finding a note from his family that <says thpy have gone to Chicago. Hiroshi books the
next flight to Chicago and reunites with his wife and children. They fly back to Japan and
live happily BVM afier.
IhouKli tins movie is A 1-nmedy, there are few lines worth laughing over. Last year, Sato's
film, Happv Moniv. won numerous awards, including StarMp* Comedy of the Year and
fr-M Aclor.

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Questions 150-152 refer to the follow ing letter.

H20 Inc.
19 Canonbury Lane
London, England
NI 2BY
Ambleside Market
Mark McGuire
45 Finchley Road
HdNipstedd, London
NW3 2EF
Dear Mr. McCuire:

September 12.20

We are writing to inform you that your orisping order o i water coolers has h n Inoited.
H20 Inc. apologizes for this mix-up. We also
rpgrpt sending you an overdue
payment form.
ISO. (A) deep
(B) deeply

( C ) depth
(D)
We have never beiore
M.

deepen

such a large nrdpr delivered to the m o n g butKM with no

(A) had
(B) having

(C)

have

(D)

has

trace of its whereabouts. Our drivers ane well trained on their route": and generally know
our clients personally. Unfortunately, the driver who was supposed to deliver your order
was new employee and unfamiliar with our routes and procedures.
Yesterday, your order was finally
152.

40
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)

Finish Road. Apparently, one of the

wnt to
found at
bought by
It-turned to

employees there signed what we thought was vour name. After a second look, it is
obvious thdt thi- signature lays Mark McDonald.
We will deliver your order to you by tomorrow afternoon, and, as a token of our good
will, we offer i to you at no charge. We appredate your business and look forward to
continuing a cordial business relationship with you in lite future.
Please cccpt our humble apologif>K.
Sincerely,

Francis Holden, Vice President, H 2 0 Inc.

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PART 7
Directions: In this part you will read a selection oi lexis, such as magazine and newspaper
articles, letters, and advertisements. Each text IS followed by several questions. Select the besl
answer lor each question and mark the leliar (A), (B). (C). or (D) on your answer sheet.

222

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Questions 153-154 refer to the following report.

In 2006 there was a rapid rise in consumer

s p e n d i n g . C o n s u m p t i o n i n c r e a s e d by 16
percent, but disposable income went up by
only 13 percent, so the savings rale tell. The
standard t living improved: outlay for lood
decreased, while more money was spent on
furniture, health, education, and recreation
The m o s t i m p o r l a n l e v i d e n c e of a n e w
standard of living was the sudden increase in
expenditures for transport, especially in private
automobiles.
While many people are enjoying a higher and
higher standard of living today, thBre is some
concern about the future among economists
and financial planners. Savings patterns will
have to change in order to ensure trtW today's
young families will continue to enjoy a high
standard of living, even after the primary wage
earners enter their retirement years. There is
particular concern about the rise in investment
in property that depreciates in value, such as
automobiles, rather than in property, such as
real estate, thai appreciates in value.

153.

What was the result of the

disproportionate increase in spending?
(A) People saved less.
(B) The standard of living dropped.
(C) People postponed purchases.
(D) People bought used furniture.

154.

What is outstanding proof of the

emergence of a new lifestvlr in 2(106?
(A) People were healthier.
(B) People saved more money.

(C) People bought miiiv cars.

(D)

Puuplt! spent moru for fund.

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223

Questions 155-156 refer to the following letter.

June 20. 2 0 _

Ms. Patricia MendnM

The Logan Company
1843 Palm Spring RouJ
Miami. FL B I 27
Deaf Ms. Mendora
Enclosed is a duplicate copy of Ihc report on Logan's media ad policy, which
you requested in your letter of June 10 I apologize for n getting It lo you
soonec but 1 was away from the office ai a conference when your Idler arrived
As von read Ike report, you will tee that all th facts poim directly to one decision.
This is one of those rare inslances where i l l data lead to the same vontlusiun.
With such clear evidence. II h easy to iinik-rsijiKl why we have been saying thai
these findings will have a huge impact on the future direction of Logan.
In reviewing Ihc report, you ma> have questions regarding the cost analysis, l i is
tru: thui therecommendedplan will COM more initially. Bui keep in mind dial
the long-term omlook IK very positive uml this project should eventually pay for
tttell many timet over. A detailed cost-benefit analysis IS included in the report
appendix, and 1 belwvtr ) explains everything quile clearly. However, if you
would like more information regarding ihc cost question, let me know, and I will
forward u to you immediately.
Please don'r hesitate to contact me if you huve Bay concerns or questions at all. I
am pratcful tor lm assignment and look forward lo working with you again in
I he luluie.
Sincfrely.

BaftM Garfinkel
Uirociof of Research

155.

224

156.

Which of the following describes how

Mr. Garfinkel feels about the results of
his report?
(A) Inconclusive
(B) Clear-cut
(C) Doubtful
(D) Insufficient

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11

The
line
(A)
(B)
(C)
(U)

word "outlook" in paragraph 3,

3 is closest in meaning to
scenery
overhang
point of view
account

Questions 157-159 refer to the following table.

SURVEY OF FACTORY PERSONNEL

AGE

MEN

WOMEN

Under 25

10

26

26-35

34

44

36-50

38

10

Over 50

13

MARITAL STATUS

157.

158.

Married

54

20

Divorced, Widowed, Separated

10

32

Single

31

28

Who makes up the largest number of

factory personnel?
(A) Mdrrii'il wnmen over 36
(B) Married men
(C) Divorced, widowed, or separated
women, agM 36 to 50
(D) Married men, ages 26-35

159.

In which cateRorv are there fewer men

than women'
(A) Under 25 years of age
(B) Over SU y<>.irs of age
(C) Married
(D) Ages 36-50

In w hich category do women

outnumber men?
(A) Workers who are between 26 and
35 years old
(B) Workers who are married
(C) Workers who are single
(D) Workers who are over 50

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12

225

Questions 160-161 refer to the following report.

he expansion phase" in the business world encompasses both

recovery and prosperity During the period of recovery two things
happen. First, existing production facilities grow. Plants are enlarged
and renovated or completely reconstructed on a larger scale, and
production increases At the same time, new industries develop
alongside the old ones Therefore, the expansion of old businesses
brings aboul the development of new ones
B e c a u s e t t h e o p t i m i s t i c c l i m a t e that r e s u l t s f r o m t h e s e
d e v e l o p m e n t s , t h e r e is a n i n c r e a s e In c a p i t a l i n v e s t m e n t s in
machinery, as well as in t h e need for labor and raw materials.
B e c a u s e of t h e r e s u l t i n g i n c r e a s e in e m p l o y m e n t , c o n s u m e r
s p e n d i n g power g r o w s , w h i c h in l u m fuels t h e need for more
production. The expansion of one pari of the economy has an echo
effect in other areas When the automobile industry thrives, for
examplfl, so do the steel, glass, and rubber industries. The result
IS an ever-widening circle of prosperity
Our region is currently entering a new "expansion phase.' Business
e n t r e p r e n e u r s c a n look f o r w a r d to m u l t i p l e o p p o r t u n i t i e s lor
investments that are likely to grow at a fast rale over the next few
years We can expect to see a proliferation t new factories, as well
as retail o u t l e t s , t h r o u g h o u t t h e r e g i o n . At t h e s a m e t i m e ,
unemployment rolls will shrink. The entire face t the region will
change during this phase.

160.

226

161.

What happen to old industries when

an -onomy ia in d period of revival?
(A) Thi-y jrp abandoned in favor of
new ones.
(B) They thrive.
(C) Thev are changed ink) new ones.
(D) They employ fewer people.

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13

When one industry increases

production, what happens to others?
(A) Thpy are stimulated to produce.
(B) They arc phased out
(C) They seek to relocate abroad
(D) The) centralize their activities.

Questions 162-164 refer to the following announcement.

AUCTION
Attention collectors and dealers. Swann s Auction House will be
holding special auctions on the following dates:
Thursday. January 15 at 10 AM and 3 P.M : Modem Swiss
Paintingsworfcs from the second halt oi the twentieth canlury,
from the collection of Enid Asterbtlt including a lillie-known
place by Hans Roihkopf
Friday, January 16 at 10 A.M.: Eighteenth century coins trow
North Africa and the Middle Easl
Monday, January 19 ai 10 u i : Nineteenth- and early
twentieth-century paintings of North America
p

Wednesday, January 21 ai 10 .M. and 3 P.M.: Early American

lumiture. including several rare floor cloths and piftcas by tha
Anderson Brothers
Coming in March: Early American textiles pieces from the estate of
the Kenmore family African sculpture
Call Swan's Auction House for details

162.

How many sales will lake place on

lanuarv 15?

164.

(A) Two
(B)
(C)
(D)
163.

Three
Ten
Fifteen

What is the time period of the coin? lo

bu auctioned un January 16?
(A) 1600s
(B) 1700s
(Q lBOOs
(D) 1900s

Who will determine the price of the

Swiss paintings?
(A) The buyer

(B)

The seller

(C)

The artist

(D) The European Lconomic

Community

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227

Questions 165-166 refer to the following announcement.

S p a c e a n d Flight Demonstrations
C a p i t a l Area S p a c e a n d Flight Demonstration Center, Brandywine, MD
(301) 555-8506 C o m e see our tun-scale collection of rockets a n d satellites,
a l o n g with displays a n d a c t u a l film clips of recent s p a c e flights Sit in a
real space capsule. View real space suits a n d equipment worn a n d used
by astronauts In outer s p a c e . Find o u t how astronauts e a t . sleep, a n d
work In zero gravity conditions Touch a genuine m o o n rock, visitors c a n
also see a model rocket launch the first a n d third Saturday of every month
a n d enjoy movies dally In our new theater. O p e n Wednesday-Sunday
10 A . M . t o 5 P.M. Closed M o n d a y a n d Tuesday.
Theater Schedule
All shows ate a t 10 A . M . a n d 2 P.M. daily, unless otherwise n o t e d . There
Is a ticket fee of S3 per person.
January
Fflbruary
March
April

165.

Trip t o the M o o n
Exploring our Solar System
Beyond the Milky Way
First Flights
166.

How often c model rockets launched

at the center?
(A) Every day
(D) Oner a wepk
(C) TWicp a month
(D) I very other month

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15

When IS the center closed ?

(A) Thursday
(B) Monday and Tuesday
(C) Sunday and Monday
(D) Weekends

Questions 167-169 refer to the following table.

NUMBER OF MEN AND WOMEN EMPLOYED IN SALES BY REGION

REGION

WOMEN

MEN

worn

3
1
12
5
24
10
3
7
3
6
3
17
5

11
11
70
39
87
33
19
48
27
43
33 *
50
61

0
0
0
2
1
2
0

14
19
77
43
92
37
23
51
28
49
35
59
67

TOTAL

594

99

532

c
D

E
F
G
H

1
J
K
L

168.

SEVEN YEARS AQO

MEN
A

167.

CURRENT YEAR

What is the mosl notable information

given in this table?
(A) The increase in the number oi sales
employees
(U) The lack of employees seven vti,
ago
(C) The increase in the number of
women employed
(D) The expansion of Sales Region F.

1 b *.

'- t' '

0
2
1
1
0
10

In what rvgion did the gnMU'bt inctvaav

in personnel occur?

(A) A
(B) c
(Q E
(D) J

What is true about Region 1?

(A) It had the smallest increase in the
number of male employees.
(B) It had the Jjreatest increase in the
number of female employees
(C)

It has the most pmployws overall.

(D) h has the fewest employees

overall.

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16

Questions 170-171 refer to the following advertisement.

We seek an experienced Tax Manager to

be responsible lor setting direction in all
phases oi lax administration and reporting.
Position requirDs proven expertise in
corporate taxes and proven ability to deal
effectively within the field cl cellular mobie
radio and paging. Reports to Chief
Financial OHicer. Will be responsible tar
staff o' three. Position requires
approximately Iwo days of travel per
month
Qualified applicant will have a B.s in
accounting and a minimum t five years
experience, preferably in a corporate
setting CPA preferred Experience in a
supervisory position preferred Senyour
rsum salary requirements and three
letters of reference l Jennifer Fabyan
Director oi Human Resources Mooostar
Inc., 301 Maryland Avenue. Suite 1?
MarydaJe, WA 92078.

170.

230

171.

What information is NOT given in the

advertisement?
(A) Salary and benefits
(B) Specific areas of responsibility
(C) liducational requirements
(D) Experience ojnalificatlVis

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17

What field is this job most probably in?

(A) Publications
(B) Law
(C) Public relations
(D) Telecommunications

Questions 172-175 refer to thefollowingletter.

DUCHAMPION C o . , INC.
4312 Magnolia
Berkeley. CA 94703

July 2 . 2 0 _
Liu Tmiano
Personne Manage
AAK Associales
Via Nu/ionule 12
Rome, Italy
Mi. Troiano:

Mr. Brendan Kechter riue"sied thai I write lo yourcgardinphi<i work at Duchampion Co.. Inc..
during the last five yean.
Mr. Feebler altered OU1 employ in June of 1998 and wrved as onf of our junior U.TUUIIUWU.
LHiring di lime, we found his work highly satisfactory. In 2(100, we prumuwd hun tu UKposition of accountant, which gave him addiiinniil responsibilities (liiil he bu bundled ill u
most commendable way.
Mr. Fechter u a certified public accountant and possesses * thorough knowledge of wxoiiiiling
problem*. We had hoped lo promote him wilhin our own lum bui arc uliable lo ti" sa lit di time
do DOI Imitate to retonimtnd Mr. Fechiir tor th position nf chicl arcounUnt ill youi rum.
If I can be of further assistance, plcuse 0OUO me.
Sincerely,

Rttfae E>porga
Accounting Manager

172.

173.

What type of letter 18 this?

(A) An inquiry
t B) An acceptance
(C) A recommendation
(D) A resignation

174. What ia Mr. reenter s current status'

(A)

(B)
(C)

The word "commendable" in paragraph

2, line 4 is closest in meaning to
(A) unworthy
(B) courageous
(C) straightforward
(D) admirable

(D)
178.

He is employed ai Duihdmpiun

Co.. Inc.
He is unemployed.
He ifl studying for CPA
certification.
He is employed at AAK Associates.

What is onp disadvantage Mr. Fechtcr

has inreferencelo this job?
(A) His inability to work with others
Ui) 1 lis lack of experience as rhiff
accountant
(C) His lack oi education
(D) Others' view of his ability

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Questions 176-178 refer to the following passage.

any travelers prefer to buy foreign currency in their ow n

Arriving in a foreign country can be a confusing experience,

even for seasoned globetrotters. By buying your currency
beforehand, you can become acquainted with the value and
appearance of Ihe notes and coins, as well as avoid anv exchange
commissions applied by foreign banks for the conversion of
foreign currency. It is more convenient to have some local
currency with you immediately upon arrival UI a foreign country
for the inevitable initial expenses, such as taxiBb meals, and tips,
as your arrival might not coincide with normal banking hours.
As soon as you arrive, you can be ready to go without wasting
time lining up to exchange vour money.
Manv modern travelers use automatic teller machines (ATMs)
to obtain local cash when traveling abroad. ATMs are easy to
use. The machines arc familiar, and you can use the same card
to aeons your account as you use at home. One drawback is
the hefty fees charged by both the local bank and your home
bank. The fees for foreign exchange transactions are generally
higher than they are for domestic transactions. When you arrive
at the airport, you don't want to worry about finding the nearest
ATM machine and then trying to understand the money it gives

you. So, while judicious use of ATMs is a good idea when

traveling abroad, AI Ms don t preclude the need to arrive in a
foreign country with cash in hand.
176.

178.

Who are "seasoned Klobelrolters"?

(A) Summer tourists
(hi A basketball team
(C) Experienced travelers
(U) International gounTurti-

vurious denominations.

177. l UdveJcrs change their money beforp

they leave, what will they NOT have
to do?
(A) Pay tor initial expenses
(B) Wjit in line for foreign currency
(C) Go through customs
(D) w.itch th slock market

232

What is true about visitors to foreign

countries?
(A) They do not need local currency
(B) They can become confused with

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(C) Thev can avoid taxis.

(D) Thev can apply exchange
commissions to banks.

Questions 179-180 refer to the following advertisement.

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Our modern, elegantly appoinled units come in all
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Reserved-space parking guragc. Photocopying service,
delivery service, I'oflcc shop, and t a t c r i n K service
available in building. Flexible leases. Ideal for corporate
offices. Call MO-'i'J >-9200 to make an appointment to
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179.

Where is this office space located?

(A) In the middle oi the city
(U)
(C)
(D)

180.

In an industrial park
In deluxe suburb
At corporate headquarters

Which of the following is NOT

available at this office compli'x?
(A) B o t n M M to greet Mill l I
(B)

A separate m w H n R room

(C)

A largf office

(D) A health club

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Questions 181-185 refer to the following notice and ad.

Puget Sound Public Health Board Notice

The virus that causes influenza is different every season. To prevent the
flu from spreading, researchers have to alter the vaccine each year.
Developing the correct flu shot has been very challenging for
manulacturcrs this year As <! result t-hwe is 1 limited s u p p l y of the
vaccine.
Certain members of the population are morv J t risk during flu season
than others. Ucc.iuse of the national ihottage, the Pugft Sound Public
Health Board cannot offer the flu tht to everyone. Plfdse n-'dd tht
following quciuns to find out if you or a family member are eligible tu
receive this year'i vaccine.
"Do you suffer from long-term heart, lung, or blood disorders?
"Do you have cancer or another disease?
"Arc yon a health fare worker?
Are you over 65 or under 12 months of age?
*Are you pregnant or planning on getting pregnant during the flu
season?
If you answered YES to one or more of these questions, make an
appointment with your family doctor today. Flu shot clinics will be
H v d i l d b l f t various locations throughout the region bpRinning on
October t>.

Flu Shot Clinic

tt Ba MMOn again. Are you in the 15 percent oi the population that is at
risk of contracting influenza this year? Don't take any chances. Visit your
doctor tndav n rercivp your medical recommendation.
Location. Apple SquAe Mall
lime: Mondays and VVcdneKavs from 9 A.M.-noon

Dates: October drh-November 30th

Fur scheduled appointments, please arrive ten minutes early to chtrck in
at the public health nurse desk. BnnK a letter from your doctor stating
thi you require the vaccine. You also need your health card and two
other forms oi ID Nurses will accept walk-ins on a first-come, firstserved basis. Expect to wait il you don't have an appointment.
Nolc to students and teachers
IhiRPt Sound public and private schools will be offering the flu sho to all
khiiifnbi and staff members. This, is a recommendation from the Public
Health Board lu prevent un influenza outbreak. The vaccine will be
available on school grounds. You are NOT eligible to receive the vaccine
at public flu shot clinics.

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181.

What IS the purpose of the Public

Health Board notice?
(A) lb explain why people need flu
shots
(B) To identify doctors who give flu
shuts
(C) To explain who in allowed t get a
flu shot
(D) To describe the process of
manufacturing flu shots

182.

How dtKs this flu season differ from

Others?
(A) Fewer doctors are getting
vaccinated,
(B) Less of the population can get 3 flu
shot.
(C) Fewer nurses arc available to
work.
(D) More people are sick with the flu

183.

What would happen if doctor walked

into a flu clinic and asked for a shot?
(A) The doctor would bo sent away.
(B) The doctor would have to wait
his/her turn.
(C) The doctor would have tu work.
(D) The doctor would receive a thi
immediately

184.

Who might NOT ba eligible to Ktrt a flu

shut this year?
(A) A schoolteacher
(B) A nurse's assistant
(C) A father-to-be
(D) A threo-month-old baby

185.

Who can get a flu shot at Apple Square

Mall?
(A) Eligible people with doctor's
recommendation
(B) Only people with appointments
(C) Public school students
(D) Only mall employees

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Questions 186-190 refer lo the following e-mail message and web page.

as
TO:
FROM:
RE:
DATE:

All Shareholders
CEO
Happy Naw Year
Feoruary 10. 2 0

The owners and management of Fletcher Robotics would like to wish all of our
shareholders a Happy New Year. May the Year of the Rooster bring you health and
prosperity
For some of you. this holiday season IS a lime to spend at home with friends and
tamily. Others, myself included, will take a vacation somewhere warm and relaxing.
During the plant shutdown, we ask that you take a moment to visit our new website.
You will find a ddlailed list of all oi our current board members as well as important
company updates. On the homepage you will find a private link for shareholders.
We will file our annual profits and losses In the shareholder pages lor you lo review
Annie Urn will e mail you your personal access number within the next tew days.
You will need this number to access the shareholder pages.
Thank you for all of your support this year.
Best Wishes,
Yong Tang
CEO. Fletcher Robotics

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as
This section is currently under construction!
Welcome Fletcher Robotics Shareholders!
Thank you for visiting this section oi our website. This portion oi our website Is for
you. the shareholder We welcome your feedback and comments l you have noi yet
submilted your brief biography, please take a moment to do so now One paragraph is
all we need Send biographies to Annie Lim s attention.
1

Please note that this new site will take the place t our monthly newsletter. January
was our last edition.
Click here for:
Shareholder biographies
New Producls
Clients
Competition
NEWPrivate Financial Information
Have you received your personal shareholder number (PSN) and activation c o d e
This information was sent out to all shareholders with valid e-mail addresses on
Feb. 12. Click here it you have not yet received your PSN

PSN:

Activation code
SUBMIT

186.

187.

188.

What does the sender ask recipients to

do in his e-mail?
(A) Review a website
(B) Spend more money
(C) Invite new members
(D) Stay close to home
What will tha CEO do for the
(A) Tdki' a trip
(B) Work at the plant
(C) Design a new web pa^e
(D) Visit with relatives

189.

How does a shareholder arrive at this

particular web page?
(A) By sending an e-ma] lo Annie Lim

(Bi

By clicking on link from the

homepage
(C) By using the address in the <-maiI
(D) By checking Ihc old website

holidays?

IM,

What will NOT be available to

shareholders in the new year?
(A) Their shareholder numbers
(B) The new Fletcher Robotics websife
(C) The company newsletter
(D) Their activation codes

What major change will occur at

Fletcher Robotics after the new year?
(A) Shareholders will be <iblt* lu meet
the clients.
{) A new staff member will take
office.
(C) Everyone will enjoy greater
profits.

(D) Annie Lim will publish a book.

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Questions 191-195 refer to the follow ing telephone bill and letter.

CONNECTIONS PHONE SERVICES LTD.

Due Dale October 2 8 , 2 0 _
Billing number: 78IKM

Statement: 10
Name Katie Miller
Address: 20 CIVIC Center Drive. Lewis. ME 04333
Client number' 990-6541

Account summary
Due. Sept 28
Processed: Sept 19

Amount oi last bill $89.75

Your Payment: $100.00
Thank You
This months charges

$32.95 (207-555-9922)
$.50

residential line
Emergency 911:
Unlimited answering service:

Subtotal
Credit:

$3.00 "
$0.00
$4.90
$41.35
10.25

TOTAL:

$31.10

Long distance:
State and local tax:

This charpe is mandatory for all cuslwrers

"To access your phone messages, dial your home number and enlef oor passiword.
For billng inquiries, call 1-88B-555-7866. Please have your phone biH on hand. Yoi will need to enter

your 7-digit dranl number

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Connections Phone Services Lid

150 s. Union St., Suite 2
Houston, TX 77001
Dear Connections Customer:

October 19, 20-

From your last bill, it appears tht you have switched to a new longdistance telephone
provider. Connections Phone Services Ltd. wants your business back!
We understand the importance of keeping In touch wilh loved ones. Whether you make
calls across the country or across the world, we can nuke .ill your calls affordable.
Connections Phone Serv ices Ltd has many new long-distance packages to suit your
needs.
1 - North American Connections
Unlimited calling inside North America from 6 r.M.-6 A . M . , 7 day*/week: $2<)/momh
2 - World Conntvtions

Unlimited calling anywhere in the world. Saturdays and Sundays only: $5(J/monlh
3 - Local Ciinnprtinns
Unlimited calling inside the United states. 24 hours/day, 7days/week: $17.99/month
Call us today to choose the package that Is right for you: 1-88B-555-7K+4.
191.

Why is Miller's phone bill so much less

than it was last month?
(A) She wasn't charged for long
distance calls.
(B) She didn't use her answering
machine
(C) She disconnected her home plume
line.
(D) She used the World Connections
package.

192.

Which of the following is true about

Miller's September bill payment?
(A) She didn't pay it un time.
(U) She didn't pay enough.
(C) She paid mon' than necessary.
<D) She paid $89.75.

193.

Why did the phone company send

Miller this letter?
(A) To remind her of her long-distance
charge.
(B) To convince her to use their long
distance services.
(C) To inform her of their new hours
of operation.
(D) To request a new method of
payment.

194.

Whdt number should Miller call to

check her voifp mail?
(A) 303-555-6541
(B) 207-555-W22
(C) 1-888-555-78
(D) 1-888-555-7B66

195.

What type of customer would

Connections Phone Scrvicvs elm!!)
Miller as?
(A) A previous customer
(B) A new customer
(C) A current customer
(D) A future customer

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Questions 196-200 refer to the following web page and tax receipt

i\

DONATE
Thank, you for vour interest in the Brain Injury Foundation of Kansai. We are a
nonprofit organization registered with the Official Charities of Japan Our charity
number to 2.W9 RR99. When you donate to this charity you will receive a tax
receipt

Online donations
After donating 2290 or mon.', you win automatically receive an electronic tax
receipt. You will receive this receipt in your e-mail box within one hour of making
your donation We recommend that you print this receipt and place it in your tax
files.
Cash and rhrck Jut- J tiu; If you do not want to use your credit card online, you can donate funds in person or
by mail. Please do noi send cash in the mail. v\v issue and m i out all oi our tax
receipts no later than February 15 each year. No amount is loo small.
Cct involved!

(Volunteer)
(Donate)

( Run for the cause J

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To: fujiokafamily
From: brainkansai
Re: Your tax receipt
We have just received your donation in the amount of Y 11.000, This amount is
deductible Irom your Uxable income. Do not lose this receipt You may need to show it
tm proof of your donation when you file youi taxes. Call 600-555-8800 to order a signed
copy of this receipt.
Donor Name: Tatsuo Fujioka
In honor of: Akiko Fujioka
Donation amount: 11,000
Payment type. Online donation
Received on: April 8,20
rtunk you for Supporting the Brain Injury Foundation oi KanMi. I-flit year our total
donations added up to Y28IUX)U,l)U0. We used these funds tu build a new computer l i b
for local brain injury patienU. This year funds will go towards brain injury research.

196.

What is the main purpose of the web

page?
(A) To note improvements in health
research
(B) To inform the public about brain
injuries
(C) To advertise a charity's financial
goals
(D) To provide information for
possible donors

197.

How did Fujioka make his donation?

(A) Bv phone
(B) On the Internet
(C) By mail
(D) In person

198.

Why did Fujioka receive this tax

receipt?
(A) He donated moiv than 2290.
(B) He called til request It.
(C) He lust the original one
(D) He paid with a check.

199.

Which H true about Hie Urain Injury

Foundation of KaQMi?

(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
200.

It puis aO of Us funds towards

research

l i accepts any Amotinf of money

for u dunution.
l i nwds a new computer lab for
patients.
it raises V280,U00,<)00 annually.

Why must Tatsuo Fujioki hold onto this

receipt?
(A) In ease the Brain Injury
Foundation MUCMi tu Mt it.
(B) In case someone question', his
income tax deductions.
(C) In case Akiko i'ujioka isn't rvully
sick.
(D) In case hp forgets to file his taxes
this year.

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