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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 75minutes. 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 answer 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. Patris Cider and Fruit Drink Company announced plans yesterday to

begin _______of a second bottling facility in the nearby town of Harvey. (A) construction (B) constructing (C) constructive (D) to construct

102. If you plan to be _______ this year's employee awards banquet, we

ask that you put your name on the guest list two weeks prior to the event. (A) on (B) at (C) with (D) For


103. Under the new law, any company that manufactures or sells tobacco products _______prohibited from advertising on television or radio. (A) is (B) are (C) has (D) have

104. If you are unsure of your future needs, you might consider_______a

computer rather than buying one. (A) lending (B) leasing (C) delaying (D) postponing

105. The CEO, because the company has been losing money, took a cut in

salary_______. (A) her (B) hers (C) she (D) herself

106. To try to protect its steel industry, the United States raised import

tariffs but, unsurprisingly, _______did its trading partners. (A) still (B) even (C) so (D) but

107. Any changes_______ the schedule or location of departmental

meetings will be posted on the bulletin board. (A) concern (B) concerning (C) concerned (D) concerns


108. Harold Inc. has been _______business with Firm Inc. for more than 20 years. (A) giving (B) doing (C) making (D) being

109. Most employees welcomed the company's relocation to Heaventon

because they considered it an_______place to raise children. (A) expectant (B) aspiring (C) eager (D) attractive

110. Lisant Pharmaceuticals is_______new ground with their current

research on an anti-cancer drug. (A) opening (B) taking (C) entering (D) breaking

111. Finally, just as negotiations seemed about to break down completely,

the mediator _______ a solution that led to an agreement. (A) stepped down (B) backed out (C) wrote off (D) hit upon

112. There are over a dozen technical support _______ready to answer your

calls 24 hours a day, seven days a week. (A) work (B) working (C) workers (D) works


113. One_______ problem that we have experienced with the new delivery system is that tracking numbers are not printed clearly on the address labels. (A) always (B) seldom (C) frequent (D) often

114. One of the twins dedicated his life to helping the poverty-stricken

people of South Gugatah, and _______ ended up becoming a well-known rodeo cowboy. (A) other (B) others (C) the other (D) the others

115. The managers held a meeting to address potential problems with the

_______ proposal for the restaurant. (A) existence (B) expansion (C) experience (D) excess

116. We must decide to either cut salaries or _______off workers in order to

keep the company from going under. (A) laying (B) laid (C) lay (D) having laid

117. _______at weekly staff meetings is mandatory for all full-time

employees. (A) Attendance (B) Attendees (C) Attending (D) Attended


118. To ensure a favorable credit rating, it is advisable to pay all of your bills a _______timely manner. (A) in (B) on (C) for (D) along

119. Use of tobacco products is prohibited in all parts of the building

_______the designated smoking lounge. (A) instead (B) except for (C) unless (D) depending on

120. Federal utility regulators have ordered _______ to determine whether

suppliers overcharged the city for electricity during the energy crisis two years ago. (A) hearings (B) viewings (C) sightings (D) findings

121. Ms. Leland has reviewed the building specifications, and will

recommend that upper management approve _______ immediately. (A) us (B) you (C) it (D) them

122. NetPro's new software was developed_______to allow small

businesses to better manage their databases at a low cost. (A) specification (B) specific (C) specifically (D) specifying


123. After the renovations are complete, the department store's restaurant floor will include a locker facility _______shoppers can keep their purchases while they eat. (A) there (B) what (C) where (D) which

124. Employees _______ to take time off work should fill out a request form

and submit it to their supervisor. (A) have wished (B) wishing (C) were wished (D) wish

125. The terms proposed by Sazelbut Ltd, should be considered _______

instead of as a package, as some points may be negotiable. (A) individual (B) individually (C) individualism (D) individualist

126. CMS Computers has requested that each employee _______ hours

spent working overtime during the next three months due to a budget crisis. (A) has reduced (B) be reduced (C) reduces (D) reduce


127. Although moderate social drinking is not a serious problem, excessive alcohol use during the week can be harmful to_______in the workplace. (A) foundation (B) incidence (C) productivity (D) obligation

128. As of next summer, our company _______producing the town's favorite

ice cream for a full 10 years. (A) will have been (B) had been (C) to be (D) has been

129. Both the essay _______ the test results will be reviewed before

candidates are invited to meet with the personnel manager for a one-on-one interview. (A) but (B) and (C) or (D) either

130. American Skyways flight attendants presented a proposal _______the

ailing airline that included temporary salary reductions and scheduling modifications. (A) to help (B) helping (C) helped (D) helps


131. Wooden doors have a tendency to _______ in humid weather unless they are treated with a chemical stabilizer. (A) escalate (B) expand (C) increase (D) add

132. Those taking part in the desert expedition _______ to carry a first-aid

kit, which should include a remedy for rattlesnake venom. (A) advise (B) advised (C) be advised (D) are advised

133. Supervisors should avoid giving the impression that staff members'

opinions don't _______. (A) consider (B) value (C) manage (D) count

134. Participating in this two-day seminar will increase your _______ of

marketing techniques and strategies. (A) concept (B) thought (C) direction (D) knowledge

135. Permalens has just introduced a revolutionary new contact lens that

can be worn _______ sleep. (A) against (B) under (C) during (D) with


136. Environmental experts warn that many rural farming villages will_______be forced to relocate due to exhausted water supplies. (A) lately (B) eventually (C) formerly (D) previously

137. Analysts have attributed an 18% growth in sales of organic foods

_______Americans' growing concerns about food safety and healthful eating. (A) on (B) to (C) with (D) of

138. The population of Brazil is larger than that of the next three largest

South American countries_______. (A) combined (B) combining (C) combination (D) combines

139. Many companies lay off employees when they first get into financial

trouble, but this response is being questioned by an _______number of business analysts. (A) adding (B) increasing (C) occurring (D) initiating

140. Ms. McDougall was in charge of _______ the speeches for the

conference, while Mr. San managed the finances. (A) organize (B) organization (C) organized (D) organizing


Part 6 Directions: Read the texts below. A word or phrase is missing in some of the sentences. For each empty space in the text, select the best answer to complete the text. Then mark the letter (A), (B),(C), or (D) on your answer sheet.


Question 141-144 refer to the following article. An oil tanker sprung a massive leak today off the coast of Texas, causing millions of dollars _______ of environmental damage in the Gulf of 141. (A) value

(B)expense (C) cost (D) worth

Mexico. Authorities say that cleanup is already underway, _______ 142. (A) while

(B) so (C) though (D) as

it is expected to take years or even decades before the local environment is fully restored.

Hundreds of miles of shoreline are expected to be_______ 143. (A) direct

(B) direction (C) directly (D) director

affected by the spill. Fish and wildlife officials say that this is a catastrophe for the various aquatic species and birds that_______the area. 144. (A) reside

(B) inhabit (C) breed (D) live

The governor has already petitioned the president to declare the incident a national disaster, which would entitle the state to receive federal funding to help with the cleanup project.


Questions 145-148 refer to the following memorandum. To: All personnel From: Morgan Reid Date: November 15th, 2005 Dr. Max Miller of the research and development department will give a presentation concerning the results of a series of experiments aimed at increasing the strength of steel beams. All department directors and managers are _______ to attend his talk on Thursday, November 21, at 10 am, in the 145. (A) requiring

(B) requirement (C) required (D) requires

Newton Auditorium. Dr, Miller's _______ will form the basis for our 10-year marketing strategy; 146. (A) founding

(B) funding (C) findings (D) filings

the importance of his discoveries cannot be underestimated, Senior management does not believe any department will be able to draft a budget for 2006 without this information; _______ , attendance by all department 147. (A) nevertheless

(B) however (C) instead (D) consequently

heads is mandatory.


If you have a scheduling conflict, _______ Jane Clark to set up a private 148. (A) saw

(B) see (C) seeing (D) seen

briefing. Otherwise, we look forward to seeing you on Thursday,


Questions 149-152 refer to the following advertisement. Give your child a chance to enjoy learning and improving foreign language skills this summer at Rainbow International Summer Center. Your child can have the_______ to play sports, do art projects, and participate in many other 149. (A) opportunity

(B) conduct (C) hobby (D) behavior

group activities along with children from other countries. _______on the shores of beautiful Crystal Lake, Rainbow 150. (A) To situate

(B) While situating (C) Situated (D) Situating

International also has a large water park and a swimming pool, providing many fun ways to cool off and enjoy the sunshine. _______ your children to a fun, exciting and educational vacation 151. (A) Treat

(B) Give (C) Present (D) Offer

during which they can learn new languages and interact _______ 152. (A) at

(B) for (C) in (D) with

children of their own age from other cultures.


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 mark the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your answer sheet.


Question 153-155 refer to the following list

Computech : Making computers simpler since 1993! New for 2005: Title Level Length Tuition Building Your Own PC A 5 weeks $140 Building Your Own Webpage I 8 weeks $160 Computer Basics B 4 weeks $69 Creating Digital Video A 10weeks $250 Desktop Publishing A 10weeks $220 Editing Your Photos I 8weeks $120 Setting Up a Network I 6weeks $120 Using the internet B 6weeks $125 Word processing & Spreadsheet Software B 8weeks $145

B = Basic I = Intermediate A = Advanced

See our homepage at www.computech.com for more courses and class schedules!


153. What is Computech? (A) A computer maker (B) A school (C) A publisher (D) A web designer

154. What is one topic addressed by this list?

(A) Assembling a computer (B) Taking good digital photographs (C) Composing professional e-mail messages (D) Creating music on a PC

155. Which of the following statements is true?

(A) The five-week course is the least costly. (B) “Computer Basics” has the shortest duration. (C) “Editing Your Photos” is designed for beginners. (D) The intermediate courses all charge the same tuition.

Questions 15-158 refer to the following promotion

The six municipalities of the Red Lake-Bayonne region will celebrate the 2nd Annual Art Festival from July 20th to September 2nd, and the public is cordially invited to attend. Come view contemporary art displayed in outdoor settings, against the foothills and valleys of Central Cutera. The festival, sponsored by the Regional Arts Council in cooperation with local museums, galleries and restaurants, promotes artists living and working in the area. Music, dance and traditional crafts will also be featured.

For more information, please contact the Festival Office at 4346-6983.


156. Where will people be able to see the artwork? (A) In small local studios (B) In galleries around Red Lake (C) Outside the Regional Arts Council building (D) At scenic sites in Central Cutera

157. How will the festival benefit the Red Lake-Bayonne region?

(A) It will raise money for museums. (B) It will draw attention to local artists. (C) It will stimulate the local economy. (D) It will help preserve natural resources.

158. Which of the following will most likely be part of the festival?

(A) A hike into the foothills (B) A museum opening (C) A painting class (D) A display of handicrafts

Question 159-160 refer to the following article.

CAPITAL CITY- With airlines continuing to cut flights and shift capacity, air service to many towns throughout the Midwest is becoming increasingly scarce. Regular daily flights out of Nalgas and Cumbria ended last month, while Odessa lost its three daily flights to and from Capital City in May. Over the past year, 19 small airports have seen scheduled flights disappear entirely, which means that “it’s getting harder to fly into even fairly populous towns,” says Olivia Martini, an aviation research consultant with AVIA Associates More than 25 other airports have gone from having multiple airlines to having only one this year, including La Tornela, Abelitia and Templeton. Economic difficulties are part of the reason behind the cutbacks, Ms. Martini says but also “the airlines are phasing out the short-range turboprop commuter planes that used to serve these communities. Midsize jets, which need more passengers per flight to run profitably, account for almost 75% of new aircraft purchases industry-wide.”


159. What does the article mention about Odessa? (A) It only provides air service to larger cities. (B) It used to have three flights a day to Capital City. (C) It is now served by only one airline. (D) It closed its only airport in May.

160. What does Olivia Martini indicate?

(A) Most airlines are gradually replacing turboprop aircraft. (B) Difficulties are limited to towns with few people. (C) More short-range commuter flights will help ease the problem. (D) Midsize planes must be three-quarters full to make a profit.

Questions 161-162 refer to the following advertisement.

Makorca Pearl Inns

Makorca Pearl Inns is a luxurious resort located on the coast of Balearics Isle, We have a large range of rooms to suit most vacation budgets. We are conveniently located just 30 minutes from Son Joan City Airport, 15 minutes from the city center, and only 5 minutes walk from Makorca Pearl beach. Our facilities include:

Outdoor barbecue area Indoor and outdoor swimming pool

Massage center Daycare facilities Laundry Safety deposit box at the front

desk 24 hour room service

We look forward to making your stay in Makorca a memorable one.


161. What does the ad say about the resort? (A) The accommodations have views of the ocean. (B) Each room has its own safe. (C) Childcare services are available. (D) The dining room is open around the clock.

162. What is implied by the advertisement?

(A) Rooms are available at various prices. (B) There is a charge to use the laundry room. (C) Transportation to the beach is provided. (D) There is a shuttle to and from the airport.


Question 163-164 refer the following e-mail. Date: August 21, 2005 To: Jim Roberts <[email protected]> Subject: Area Meeting From: Bob Jones, CEO <[email protected]> Dear Jim, We have decided to open a new branch in Spain, and I would like to meet with you to discuss the future of this company and the role you will play in it. Please meet me at 4 p.m. on August 29 in the head office in London, and have the following arranged for you by that date:

•A round-trip flight, Madrid-London •Copies of your branch's sales figures •A tuxedo for cocktails (an important reception will be held at the Bond Street branch on August 30)

•Golf attire Don't worry about transportation from the airport. I'll have my chauffeur pick you up. We'll also take care of accommodations for you in London for August 29-31. I look forward to meeting with you and discussing the exciting plans we have for the future. Sincerely, Bob Jones, CEO


163. Why will Mr. Roberts and Mr. Jones be meeting? (A) To decide whether or not to expand to Spain (B) To discuss opening a London branch (C) To attempt to improve the firm's sales (D) To talk about Mr. Roberts's future employment

164. Where does Jim Roberts most likely work at the moment?

(A) At the firm's headquarters (B) At the Bond Street branch (C) At an office in Madrid (D) At the main branch in London

Questions 165-167 refer to the following information. Welcome to the 11th edition of our semiannual industry association bulletin. As you are all aware, this past year has not been a good one for the fiber optic industry. While technical progress has continued to be impressive, the glut in production, combined with a downturn in demand, has caused prices to plummet. In this edition of Spectrum we have a number of experts addressing the problems in our industry. Roderick Rosenbaum examines the problems of risk management for small and medium-sized enterprises on Page 37. Nathan Smithers (pictured on the cover) discusses the financial future of the industry as a whole. We also have commentary in the Opinion Section on what we can expect in terms of potential future applications by Phillip Ruddings. 165. Where might this information be found?

(A) On a company bulletin board (B) In a trade journal (C) In an electronics goods catalog (D) In a business management textbook


166. On which topic can readers obtain more information? (A) How to start their own small fiber optics business (B) What kinds of uses fiber optics will have in the future (C) Ways to increase productivity in the fiber optic industry (D) Which companies provide good investment opportunities

167. What does the information say about the current status of the industry?

(A) Slower production has caused prices to go up. (B) Demand has held steady over the last year. (C) Technical advances have created higher profits. (D) An excess of products has brought about a drop in prices.

Questions 168-171 refer to the following directions. In order to be considered for employment, please be sure to include the following in your submission packet: the application form, two letters of reference, a list of past work experience, and proof of citizenship. (Please note that a drivers' license is not considered proof of citizenship. Acceptable documents include birth certificates, passports, and certificates of naturalization.) All application materials must be sent by February 20. Once hired, new employees will be required to participate in a weekend-long "City Services" seminar. If you are not called for an interview by March 1, City Hall will keep your application on file for six months. No phone calls please. 168. Why has this document been distributed?

(A) To let applicants know they have been selected (B) To request information about a position (C) To outline an application procedure (D) To publicize a current job opening


169. What should be contained in the packet? (A) The City Services seminar registration form (B) A list of available interview times (C) An estimate of the desired salary (D) Recommendation letters

170. What are people asked to refrain from doing?

(A) Taking part in a two-day seminar (B) Meeting the February 20 deadline (C) Submitting a copy of their resume (D) Calling City Hall on the telephone

171. What do the directions indicate?

(A) Only citizens will be considered for the job. (B) All applicants must submit birth certificates. (C) The position will not be filled for six months. (D) Interviews will be held on March 1.


Questions 172-173 refer to the following fax message.

FAX MESSAGE

----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Chartier Ltd.

344 Main Street, Kalamazoo, Michigan 49001 I Tel 616-961-7721 Fax 616-961-7722

Mr. Sam Brody Fax: 616-779-1129

Tuesday, April 15, 2005 Dear Sir, We would like to inform you that the repairs to your wife's engagement ring are now complete. We have repolished the platinum shank, remounted the central sapphire and replaced the claws holding it. The cost of this work, including taxes, is $300.00. Please find our invoice on the second page of this fax. You can pay by check or credit card. Please contact us for your further instructions as to the collection or delivery of this item. If you have any questions concerning this matter, please do not I hesitate to contact us. Yours faithfully, A.N. Oster Chartier Ltd. A.N.Oster


172. What does part of the charge of $300 represent? (A) Polishing the main stone (B) Fixing the broken shank (C) Resetting the sapphire (D) Resizing the piece

173. What does the fax say about the bill?

(A) It may be paid with a personal check. (B) It must be paid before the ring can be collected. (C) It will probably total more than $300. (D) It will be sent by regular mail.


Questions 174-176 refer to the following memorandum.

MEMORANDUM --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

TO ALL MARKETING STAFF Dear Marketing Department Employees, It is our pleasure to announce that Mr. Bruce McLaren has joined us today as a new Assistant Manager. His main job is to provide training for all employees who have worked for less than two years at the company. Bruce will soon contact all such employees about this training, but if you are interested in learning more, please e-mail him at [email protected]. Finally, please join us in giving Bruce a warm welcome next Wednesday at the Golden Gate Hotel. We will meet in the hotel restaurant at 7:30p.m. and everyone will have a chance to speak with Bruce later that evening. Best Regards, Dave Atkin General Manager InfoTech Marketing, LLC.


174. What does the memo let the recipients know? (A) The firm is seeking a new manager. (B) The marketing staff must attend an upcoming meeting. (C) The company has taken on a new hire. (D) The general manager is being replaced.

175. What will be one of Mr. McLaren's responsibilities?

(A) Providing instruction to staff members (B) Arranging meetings for his superiors (C) Giving speeches on marketing techniques (D) Introducing new clients to the firm

176. What will be happening next week?

(A) Training sessions will get underway. (B) Mr. Atkin will be welcomed to the company. (C) There will be a gathering in Mr. McLaren's honor. (D) Mr. McLaren will begin his first day of work.


Questions 177-180 refer to the following announcement.

WANTED We want your donations for the May 2005 charity drive for W-48 at Lattimore County Hospital! All the proceeds from this event will go towards W-48, a small children's neuroscience ward at the Lattimore County Hospital. The ward was built in May 1998 with funds raised entirely from many generous donors. It caters to children who have neurological conditions or have had neurosurgery for head injuries, tumors, and other life-threatening conditions. There are two ways that you can donate to our 2005 charity drive. 1. W- 48 is always looking for items to be auctioned off. So please look

through your closet for any unwanted gifts or purchases. We will take anything!

2. If you know of any businesses that might have items for donation, please

contact us. All donations from businesses will be acknowledged in our bi-annually published newsletter and on our Web site.

177. According to the announcement, what is needed?

(A) Articles for an auction (B) Monetary donations to a hospital (C) Volunteers for a charity event (D) Gifts for sick children


178. What is W- 48? (A) A charitable organization (B) A medical facility (C) A research laboratory (D) A childhood disease

179. What benefit might a company get from making a donation?

(A) Eligibility for an award (B) Reduced taxes (C) Some extra publicity (D) Some financial assistance

180. What can be understood about W-48?

(A) It runs entirely on donor funds. (B) It has been open for seven years. (C) It is where the auction will be held. (D) It is about to change hands.


Questions 181-185 refer to the following notice and reply. Mr. Miles Corbish 2200 East 8th Street Sparks, Nevada 89505

NOTICE You are hereby notified that an application has been made by Mr. Franklin Scallia, in compliance with the Zoning Commission, for a special use license for the property situated at 2222 East 8th Street, Sparks, Nevada. The purpose of this application is to establish a shelter for the homeless in an otherwise unutilized section of the warehouse district, and this matter will be heard by the Sparks City Council on May I st, 2006, at 11:00 a.m., in room 32, at City Hall, at which time you may appear in person, by agent or by your attorney. This notice is being sent to you because as a property owner in the immediate vicinity, you may be affected by the determination made at the aforementioned hearing. Thank you for your attention. Daniel Horn Daniel Horn, Councilman Sparks City Hall Sparks, NV 89506


Dear Councilman Horn: I am writing in regard to the proposed homeless shelter on East 8th Street. I will not be represented at the May Ist hearing, but I would like to let you know that I Support Mr. Scallia's cause and applaud his generous contribution of the use of his property. I do not anticipate being negatively affected by the center; in fact, I think the number of trespassers coming onto my own property will probably be diminished. I do feel, however, that the use of Mr. Scallia's building as a homeless shelter should be viewed as only a short-term situation. Currently, the west side of the warehouse district is revitalizing, with many new restaurants, art galleries, and nightclubs opening in the area. The presence of a homeless shelter is unlikely to encourage eastward expansion of this trend, and I and many other property owners in my area expect the City Council to keep its promise to erect a municipal facility for the homeless in downtown Sparks within the next two years. I appreciate your consideration. Sincerely, Miles Corbish Miles Corbish 181. What will be discussed at the May 1st hearing?

(A) The construction of a new building (B) A request for a special zoning permit (C) The sale of a property to the city (D) An increase in the number of homeless in Sparks

182. Who most likely is Franklin Scallia?

(A) A member of the Sparks City Council (B) An officer on the Zoning Commission (C) A property owner in the warehouse district (D) A manager of a construction company


183. What does Mr. Corbish indicate in his letter? (A) He plans to attend the hearing. (B) He intends to refurbish his warehouse. (C) The proposed shelter should only be temporary. (D) The city should purchase Mr. Scallia's property.

184. What does Mr. Corbish believe regarding the shelter?

(A) It will immediately lower property values. (B) It will keep people away from his property. (C) It will draw new businesses to the area. (D) It will increase the unemployment rate.

185. What can be inferred from the two letters?

(A) Daniel Horn is likely to deny the application. (B) The city's zoning laws have recently changed. (C) Mr. Corbish has his home in East Sparks. (D) The city government plans to build a permanent shelter.


Questions 186-190 refer to the following e-mail and attachment. To: Corey Ling From: Padma Dotari, Human Resources Dear Mr. Ling, Thank you for your prompt reply to our offer. The starting date that you indicated is satisfactory to our needs. As one of our new recruits, you will be required to attend a group orientation and training program that will begin on. January 8th. I've included the orientation schedule as an attachment; this will be your first of four days of training. You have been placed into Group A. You will be issued an employee manual by our senior training supervisor following the orientation speech by the CEO. Familiarize yourself with all company guidelines by the end of the third day of training, as there will be a test on the final day. Questions regarding the handbook should be addressed to your group leader. As we discussed, there will be a paid probationary period of one month, after which you will be working solely on commission and will be required to meet a weekly sales quota. In the meantime, let me know if you need anything else to he clarified about the position. Regards, Padma Dotari


Ectellon Corporation Orientation Schedule

8: 00 a.m.: Robert Murphy

- Orientation address: The past, present, and future of Ectellon Corporation, and

corporate mission overview.

10:00 a.m.: Carol Ward - Presentation of company policy and

employee handbooks.

- Introduction of training-group leaders. 12:00 p.m.: Lunch break 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.: Group training

Ectellon Corporation

Training-Group Leaders Group A: Edward Sutton, Sales and Marketing Training Supervisor Group B: Olga Svenson, Data Entry Training Supervisor Group C: Li Kim, Chief of Security and Security Training Supervisor 186. Which of the following best describes the e-mail?

(A) A response to a job advertisement (B) An offer of employment to a candidate (C) An invitation to a corporate seminar (D) An outline of basic company policies


187. Who is Robert Murphy? (A) The human resources manager (B) The CEO of Ectellon Corporation (C) The senior training supervisor (D) The founder of the company

188. Who should Mr. Ling approach if he doesn't understand the

handbook? (A) Edward Sutton (B) Carol Ward (C) Padma Dotari (D) Olga Svenson

189. What can be inferred about the recipient of the e-mail?

(A) He will not start working until next month. (B) He will be hired as a sales representative. (C) He will work in the personnel department. (D) He will be issued a security ID badge.

190. What will happen on January 11th?

(A) Mr. Ling will start earning a commission. (B) Trainees will be asked to take a policy exam. (C) Robert Murphy will make a speech. (D) The company guidelines will be revised.


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

Connecting to the Future 206) 539-8862

811 Second Avenue, Suite 573 www.connecttothefuture.com Portland, OR 97257

Date invoice #01/14/2006 14876

Bill To Ship To Syrkowski, Chris Network Solutions Inc. 545 Nelson Ave. #630 Santa Cruz, Ca 10567 USA

Kumar, Raj Network Solutions Inc. 1126 N. Ishkar Rd. Suite # 203 A Bombay, India 03364-022

Quantity Description Amount in US Dollars 3 4 2

1-Gigabyte Pen Drive Wireless Modem

17” Monitor Subtotal

255.00 368.50 228.00 851.50

Sales Tax(8.8%) 74.93 Shipping 128.40 Total in US Dollars 1054.83


From: Chris Syrkowski To: Raj Kumar Subject: Computer Equipment ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dear Raj, I wanted to let you know that I have ordered the computer equipment that you requested. I purchased it from a new supplier, Connecting to the Future, which operates out of Portland, Oregon. Their prices on these items are about 10% less than our usual dealer. I have sent a copy of the invoice to you as an attachment. I also kept the cost of shipping low by sending the equipment to you by GMD (Ground-Mail- Delivery) instead of air mail. There is one drawback to this, however. Although we saved $200 by using GMD, it will take three times longer for the boxes to reach you than by directly airmailing them to you. You can expect to receive everything within three weeks. I recommend that you compensate our branch after you have obtained all of the packages and have made sure that everything works properly. You can wire the money to our Los Angeles bank account. I will send an e-mail confirmation to you once we have received the money. Please let us know whenever you need more equipment, and we will do our best to help you out. Sincerely, Chris Syrkowski Assistant Manager Network Solutions Inc. Santa Cruz CA


191. What is the main purpose of the e-mail? (A) To inquire about the cost of shipping (B) To make a request for new equipment (C) To confirm that merchandise is being sent (D) To correct a mistake in an invoice

192. What is the disadvantage of sending goods by GMD?

(A) The packages cannot be insured. (B) The boxes are shipped quite slowly. (C) Damage to the goods is more likely. (D) It is more expensive than air mail.

193. Where is the order going to be sent?

(A) Portland (B) Santa Cruz (C) Bombay (D) Los Angeles

194. What should Raj Kumar do after receiving the packages?

(A) Reimburse Network Solutions (B) E-mail the Los Angeles office (C) Send the invoice to Chris Syrkowski (D) Wire money to Connecting to the Future

195. Why did Mr. Syrkowski get the equipment from a new supplier?

(A) Their products are better. (B) They deliver items quickly. (C) Their prices are slightly lower. (D) Raj Kumar recommended them.


Questions 196-200 refer to the following memorandum and e-mail.

MEMO -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- TO: All staff FROM: Lina Belanger DATE: April 2 RE: Staff retreat -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Following up on last week's message about the staff retreat on May 20, here is the tentative plan. We will rendezvous in the office at 8:00 and set off for the hotel in Aylmer by 8:30 at the latest. Enough people have kindly volunteered to act as drivers, so everyone will be able to get there by car and we don't have to deal with the hassle of public transportation. The list of car assignments is posted on the bulletin board in the kitchen; please check it to see who you are going with. Weather permitting, the morning activity will be a hike in the beautiful Bedford Valley or, for those who are interested, a round of golf at the nearby Lampard Golf Course; anyone interested in the latter option should contact Mark Perreira by May 1 so that he can take care of the reservations. Please note that golf will cost $50. Everything else is free. In case it rains, I would welcome suggestions for alternate, indoor activities. Lunch will start at 13:00 in the hotel restaurant. Anyone with particular food requirements (vegetarians, those with nut allergies, etc.) should let me know ASAP. In the afternoon there will be some team-building activities (please send me any suggestions you may have) and then Mr. Rubell will tell us all about what the company has planned in the months to come. We should be back at the office by 18:00.


From: Rod Ridgewood ([email protected]) To: Lina Belanger ([email protected]) Subject: staff retreat -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Hi Lina, Thanks for organizing the staff retreat. Sounds like it will be a lot of fun. Regarding your memo, I'd like to suggest that, if it rains on the day of the retreat, we could go bowling instead. The Rosebowl is just off Route 18 on the way to Aylmer, and it's open 24 hours, so we could stop off along the way. During the day the rates are lower, so it would be a cheap option. Also, since I live near Aylmer, it's much easier for me to make my own way there rather than go all the way downtown to the office first. So please remove my name from the list of car assignments. I'll ride my bike there and back and get some good exercise instead. Thanks, Rod 196. What topic does the memo address?

(A) A corporate vacation (B) A conference schedule (C) A company outing (D) A retirement party

197. Who is asked to contact Ms. Belanger?

(A) People who have volunteered to drive (B) Those who wish to go golfing (C) People with special menu requests (D) Employees who have yet to register


198. What can be inferred from the memo? (A) The event will last for two days. (B) Employees can invite family members. (C) The plans have not been finalized. (D) There will be several guest speakers.

199. What is NOT true of the Rosebowl?

(A) It never closes. (B) It is cheaper during the day. (C) It is close to Route 18. (D) It is located in Aylmer.

200. What does Mr. Ridgewood say in his e-mail?

(A) He will help with transportation. (B) He will be unable to attend. (C) He will make the bowling reservations. (D) He will not be needing a ride.

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