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READING
In this section of the test, you will have the chance to show how well you understand written English. There are three parts to this section, with special directions for each part.
YOU WILL HAVE ONE HOUR AND FIFTEEN MINUTES TO COMPLETE PARTS 5, 6, AND 7 OF THE TEST.
In this section of the test, you will have the chance to show how well you understand written English. There are three parts to this section, with special directions for each part.
YOU WILL HAVE ONE HOUR AND FIFTEEN MINUTES TO COMPLETE PARTS 5, 6, AND 7 OF THE TEST.
- Part 5: Incomplete Sentences
Directions: You will see a sentence with a missing word. Four possible answers follow the sentence. Choose the best answer to the question and fill in the corresponding oval on your answer sheet.
Mr. Jones __________investing in that company, but he finally decided against it.- considered
- considerate
- considerable
- considerably
- If we hadn't left the house so late, we_______ the plane.
- wouldn't have missed
- wouldn't miss
- won't have missed
- won't miss
- These reports must be turned_______before the end of the week.
- off
- on
- up
- in
- Samantha worked very hard and put in a lot of overtime hours because she hoped for an ________in her salary.
- incursion
- inquiry
- increase
- inquest
- They brought extra chairs into the room_________ they expected a large number of people to attend the meeting.
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)- although
- since
- however
- nevertheless
- We have been asked not to walk________ the lobby today because it's being painted.
- beside
- between
- around
- through
- By the time we got to the train station, the train _______
- had already left
- had already been left
- has already left
- will have already left
- Dr. Smith is a well-respected expert and has __________ experience in her field.
- extend
- extends
- extensive
- extension
- ________ he graduated from the. university, he got a job at a good company.
- Following
- Later
- After
- Next
- If you don't want to get stuck in a traffic jam, you should avoid_________during rush hour.
- drive
- driving
- to drive
- driven
- Once you start using the new software, you will be able to do your work much more ___________.
- ease
- easily
- easier
- easement
- This report has to be completed________5:00 today at the latest.
- until
- after
- to
- by
- They made a very _______ offer, so we signed the contract.
- attract
- attracted
- attraction
- attractive
- Currently they ________ lower prices than any of their competitors.
- are offering
- to offer
- did offer
- offered
- The government will_________new price controls on the industry next year.
- impose
- compose
- repose
- suppose
- They will interview each candidate before they _____ who to hire.
- decide
- are deciding
- will decide
- decided
- These rooms _________ before the conference next week.
- paint
- will paint
- are going to paint
- will be painted
- The new chairs that he bought for the office________not very comfortable.
- is
- are
- do
- was
- Everyone is expected to arrive at the meeting ________.
- promptness
- promote
- promptly
- prompt
- We will have to come to an agreement___________the end of this month.
- during
- before
- when
- until
- _________we paid the painters a lot of money, they did a terrible job.
- Because
- Since
- Although
- Despite
- After his contract _______, he will have to look for a new job.
- expires
- expects
- exposes
- expands
- I _______ eat at expensive restaurants because I don't have a lot of extra money.
- always
- often
- usually
- seldom
- The storm caused a lot of damage to the building and we had to buy new __________for many of the windows.
- glass
- glasses
- glassy
- glassine
- If we ________ more time, we would be able to do a more thorough job.
- would have
- will have
- have
- had
- You should ________ with your boss before committing yourself to that project.
- will speak
- speak
- speaking
- spoken
- They expect _________ before noon tomorrow.
- arrive
- to arrive
- arriving
- will arrive
- This store offers a wide _________of office equipment.
- select
- selective
- selection
- selecting
- _________ have changed the face of the modern workplace.
- Computers
- Computer
- The computer
- A computer
- The train ________Chicago leaves at 4:00 A.M.
- in
- at
- to
- by
- This car is _____ cheap nor reliable.
- but
- both
- either
- neither
- This photocopier is expensive, but it is ________ than the other one.
- most durable
- more durable
- durably
- durable
- _________ this paper in the closet next to the box of envelopes.
- Put
- Putting
- To put
- Will put
- We decided not to rent that office because it was not very ____________
- space
- spaced
- spacious
- spaciousness
- We realized that nobody had been________the checkbook.
- balance
- balances
- balanced
- balancing
- Of all the people who applied for the___________position, Mr. Sato is the
- qualified
- more qualified
- most qualified
- qualification
- Prices are expected to ______ before the end of the year.
- up
- rise
- raise
- growth
- We hired an accountant to ______ the company's financial records.
- audit
- audition
- auditory
- auditorium
- We will have the building_________ before we sign the lease.
- inspect
- inspected
- inspects
- to inspect
- Ms. Lee _______ with us since last November.
- works
- worked
- is working
- has been working
- Part 6: Text Completion
Directions: You will see four passages, each with three blanks. Under each blank are four answer options. Choose the word or phrase that best completes the statement.
Questions 41- 43 refer to the following passage.
Your Paycheck
Checks _________ on a biweekly basis by department heads. Arrangements can- distribute
- distributed
- are distributed
- are distributing
- be made with the Accounting Department to have checks mailed to the employee's home address instead, if desired. Each employee should review the check stub carefully. _________ contains a breakdown of all deductions, including state
- It
- He
- She
- They
- and local taxes, retirement fund contributions, and insurance payments. Any inaccuracies should be reported to the Accounting Department as soon as possible. Every effort will be made to correct any errors in a timely manner. The Human Resources Department conducts monthly workshops that explain in detail how each paycheck deduction is calculated. Anyone interested in ______________ a workshop should contact the Human Resources Department.
- assisting
- attending
- accessing
- approving
- Questions 44- 46 refer to the following memo.
To: All office staff
From: Rita Johnson
Re: Employee Appreciation Banquet
Date: June 15, 20--
It's time to start planning for the Employee Appreciation- daily
- monthly
- annual
- biannual
- Banquet. I know you all look forward to this every spring. As you know, the winner of the Employee of the Year Award is chosen by the staff. Please get your nominations to me before the end of this month. The winner will be announced on the night of the banquet.
I have received your comments and complaints and have been looking into a new _______ for this year's banquet. We are hoping to hold it at- location
- program
- decoration
- entertainment
- the Hamilton Hotel. The rooms there are large, and the hotel is conveniently accessible by public transportation.
I have also paid attention to your comments about the food and will work with the hotel chef to develop a menu that provides a variety of choices. Please let me know if you have any further ________ regarding this year's banquet.
- suggest
- suggests
- suggesting
- suggestions
- Questions 47- 49 refer to the following letter.
Dear Customer,
Your Quimby Bank Certificate of Deposit (CD), number 005589403, will mature on January 12 with a value of $5,095.86. If you ________ no action,- take
- taken
- taking
- will take
- your CD will automatically renew for another six months and will earn the interest rate in effect on January 12. The following reinvestment options are also available to you.
1. An Authorization to Renew Form is ________ with this letter. If you- enclose
- encloses
- enclosed
- enclosure
- wish to add funds to your CD, simply complete and return the form to us no later than five business days before the maturity date.
2. Quimby Bank Investment Advisers are available to discuss your financial situation with you. ________ can help you understand how a CD and other investment options can fit in with your overall financial plan. Call the Quimby Bank Customer Service Office to set up an appointment.
Thank you for banking with Quimby.
Sincerely, Ramona Higgins Vice President- It
- He
- She
- They
- Questions 50- 52 refer to the following notice.
City Bus Lines
Notice of Fare Increases and Schedule Changes
Fare Increases
As of May 31 there will be a 25% increase in all bus fares on the City Bus Lines. The normal fare will go up to $2.50 during regular hours and $3.50 during rush hour. Senior citizens possessing a valid City Bus Line Senior Citizen Identification Card will be _______ $1.25 to ride the bus during regular hours and $2.00 during rush hour.- paid
- charged
- reimbursed
- compensated
- Schedule Changes
The number 42 bus, which _____ leaves the train station every half hour, will leave the train station every 45 minutes as of May 31.
The number 56 bus, serving the Greensville neighborhood, will no longer run as of May 31.- promptly
- usually
- currently
- previously
- Any questions or concerns _______ these changes should be directed to the City Bus Lines Office of Public Relations.
- refusing
- regaining
- referring
- regarding
- Part 7: Reading Comprehension
Directions: You will see single and double reading passages followed by several questions. Each question has four answer choices. Choose the best answer to the question and fill in the corresponding oval on your answer sheet.
Questions 53- 56 refer to the following article.
The Clear Sound Communications takeover of local telephone service, which was originally welcomed with great optimism, now seems to be heading down the road toward disaster. Ever since Clear Sound bought out the FreeTel Company just under six months ago, it has experienced loss of income, loss of customers, and, perhaps worst of all, the loss of its reputation as a company that delivers on its promises.
When Clear Sound came into the area, it promised that all its telephone customers would have access to high-speed Internet service by the end of the year. Not only has the company failed to deliver on this promise, but customers who are receiving Clear Sound Internet service have expressed great dissatisfaction with it. "The connection goes out all the time. You just can't count on it when you need it," a Clear Sound customer complained at a town meeting last week. Customers have also claimed that repair service is slow and overpriced. Clear Sound, on the other hand, claims that such problems are minor and not widespread. "Every company experiences an adjustment period," explained Richard Whittier, Clear Sound public relations officer. "Before one more year has passed, you can be certain that all operations will be running smoothly and customers will be 100% satisfied," he said.
QUESTION - 53. When did Clear Sound take over the FreeTel Company?- Last week
- A little less than six months ago
- A little more than six months ago
- One year ago
- What kind of company is Clear Sound?
- Telephone only
- Telephone and Internet
- Delivery service
- Transportation
- How do Clear Sound customers currently feel about the company?
- Pleased
- Optimistic
- Unhappy
- Bored
- The word "minor" in paragraph 2, line 12 is closest in meaning to
- small.
- common.
- expected.
- important.
- Questions 57- 59 refer to the following article.
The International Experience Project (IEP) provides young professionals with the opportunity to gain work experience abroad. IEP was founded by Margery Wilson four years ago. "When I graduated from college," she explained, "my dream was to work abroad for one or two years, learn another language, and experience living in another country. I knew I wanted to do this, but I didn't know how to find a job abroad. That was six years ago. At that time, there were no employment agencies that specialized in helping job seekers like myself. So I decided to start my own."
Since its beginnings, IEP has provided jobs for several thousand young professionals in countries all around the world. Knowing a foreign language helps, says Wilson, but it isn't a prerequisite for all jobs. In fact, many of the companies that provide employment for her clients also provide language training. IEP finds jobs for people in all fields, from economics to science to teaching. "All you need is a college degree, an interest in other countries, and an adventurous spirit," says Wilson.
QUESTION 57 - What kind of business is IEP?- An employment agency
- A travel agency
- A language school
- A teacher training school
- How long ago was IEP started?
- One year
- Two years
- Four years
- Six years
- What is a requirement for using IEP's services?
- Foreign language skills
- Experience living abroad
- A science background
- A college degree
- Questions 60- 61refer to the following notice.
Norwich Office Towers
Maintenance and Cleaning Department
Notice of Painting and Repair Work
The west bank elevators will be closed for routine maintenance and repair starting Monday, August 17. Tenants and visitors are asked to use the east bank elevators or the west or east stairs during this time. The west bank elevators will be back in operation on Monday, August 24, at which time the east bank elevators will be closed. All elevator maintenance and repair work should be completed by the end of the month. Stairs and hallways will be painted during the months of September and October. A complete painting schedule will be posted before September 1.
QUESTION 60- What will the elevators be closed for?- Painting
- Repair
- Cleaning
- Rescheduling
- How long will the work on all the elevators take?
- One week
- Two weeks
- One month
- Two months
- Questions 62- 64 refer to the following advertisement.
For Sale
Fully equipped convenience store on North Main Street close to downtown. Annual sales
of $2,198,456. Sells snacks, groceries, newspapers, gasoline, etc. Ample customer parking behind. Spacious two-bedroom owner's apartment on second floor. Asking $750,000. Includes building and grounds, all equipment, and $85,000 in inventory. No brokers, please. Shown by appointment only. Call Maria at White Horse Realty-243-8674.
QUESTION 62 - What is above the store?- A place to live
- A snack bar
- A place for equipment
- An office
- How much is the store being sold for?
- $85,000
- $750,000
- $835,000
- $2,198,456
- The word "inventory" in line 4 is closest in meaning to
- rents.
- accounts.
- furnishings.
- merchandise.
- Questions 65- 66 refer to the following instructions.
1. Remove the back cover, using a small screwdriver to loosen the screw.
2. Remove batteries and replace with two new AAA batteries. Use the + and — signs to position them correctly. Dispose of used batteries properly.
3. Replace the cover and tighten the screw with the screwdriver.
4. Reset the time using the side buttons
The GMX 200 is guaranteed to keep time accurately for one full year from date of purchase. Should it malfunction in any way during this time period, your money will be refunded in full.
QUESTION 65 - What are these instructions for?
- Repairing a cover
- Setting the date
- Getting a refund
- Changing the batteries
- What is the GMX 200?
- A calendar
- A screwdriver
- A clock
- A garbage disposal
- Questions 67- 70 refer to the following article.
Green Garden Café recently opened downtown and is offering a
variety of handcrafted sandwiches, along with homemade soups
and ice cream. All food served at the café is made from pure organic ingredients. Sandwiches are made with 100% whole-grain bread, which is baked in the café's kitchen.
Diners are lining up to try Green Garden's sandwiches for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. "One of our best sellers is our breakfast sandwich," explains café owner Melissa Whitehead. "It's not your typical bacon-and-cheese concoction. Instead, we combine eggs with fresh vegetables and serve it on fresh-baked bread. Customers can't seem to get enough of it."
You won't find the usual ham, turkey, or roast beef sandwich among the café's offered fare. In fact, all the food they serve is 100% vegetarian. Their sandwiches are filled with fresh vegetables, locally made cheese, or a combination of both. "Customers enjoy our soups and ice cream, but what they really come here for are the sandwiches," says Whitehead. "That's our most popular item."
Give the Green Garden Café a try next time you are downtown. You won't be disappointed. The café is open six days a week: Monday–Friday from 9 AM to 9 PM and Saturday from 11 Am to 4 PM.
QUESTION 67 - What is true of the soups at Green Garden?- They are made with organic ingredients.
- They are the most popular item.
- They come from a factory.
- They contain bacon.
- The word "concoction" in paragraph 2, line 4 is closest in meaning to
- flavor.
- combination.
- ingredient.
- meal.
- Which of the following sandwiches can you get at the Green Garden Cafe?
- Cheese and bacon
- Ham and turkey
- Cheese and vegetable
- Roast beef
- On which of the following days is the cafe closed?
- Monday
- Wednesday
- Friday
- Sunday
- Questions 71- 74 refer to the following article.
A job interview is your chance to make a good impression on a potential employer, and the way you dress is an important part of the impression you make. It is not an occasion to show how ashionably you can dress. Rather, it is the time to present yourself as a serious professional who conveys a sense of confidence. The colors you wear help to give this impression. Choose dark colors such as black, navy blue, or charcoal gray, and stay away from warm browns and greens. In addition to a dark color, the suit you wear should have a conservative, neatly tailored cut.
Don't forget to pay attention to details. Your accessories are an important part of your overall look. For men this means wearing ties with simple patterns and quiet colors. Also, men should not wear any type of jewelry, even of the highest quality gold or silver, except for a wristwatch or tie clip. Women should wear plain earrings. Matching necklaces or bracelets are permissible as long as they are not gaudy or loud.
Finally, make sure your feet are dressed as well as the rest of you. Avoid any kind of fancy footwear. Your footwear should look neat and fit you comfortably. You may think that no one will look at your feet, but if you wear super-high heels, garish buckles, or bright colors on your
shoes, you are calling attention to them in a way you don't want.
QUESTION 71 - Who is this article for?- Tailors
- Job hunters
- Fashion designers
- Clothing retailers
- Why are dark colors recommended?
- They feel warmer.
- They are fashionable.
- They look professional.
- They show off accessories.
- What kind of accessories are recommended?
- Plain and quiet
- Loud and gaudy
- Gold and silver
- Patterned and colorful
- What kind of shoes should be worn?
- Brightly colored
- Comfortable
- High heeled
- Fancy
- Questions 75- 78 refer to the following information sheet.
INFORMATION FOR VISITORS
GETTING AROUND
• Two major bus routes, No. 34 and No. 56, pass in front of the building. Bus schedules and bus route maps are available at the front desk.
• The Market Mall subway station is five blocks away. Subway maps and information are available at the subway station.
• Taxis are available at the taxi stand near the main entrance.
MEALS
• A full-service restaurant and a café are just off the main lobby. Daily breakfast at the café is included with the price of your room.
• Ask at the front desk for a listing of local restaurants.
SHOPPING
• Market Mall, the city's premier shopping mall, is five blocks away. Whether you are looking for clothes, jewelry, books, gifts, linens, or office supplies, you are sure to find it at the Market Mall.
• The downtown shopping district, famous for its elegant fashion boutiques, is just three miles away. The downtown district is served by the No. 34 bus line.
• A pharmacy and grocery store are just across the street.
TOURISM
• The city boasts a number of fine museums, including the National History Museum and the Museum of Fine Arts. The Sun Tours Travel Company offers bus tours of historic locations around the city. Please ask at the front desk for more information.
• Hotel guests are entitled to a discount at the City Aquarium. Get your discount coupon at the front desk.
EMERGENCIES
In case of emergency, dial 01 for the hotel manager.
QUESTION 75 - Where would you find this information sheet?- In a hotel
- In a tourist agency
- In a shopping mall
- In an office building
- What is five blocks away?
- A pharmacy
- A cafe
- A subway station
- A taxi stand
- What can you buy in the shopping district?
- Books
- Office supplies
- Clothes
- Linens
- Where can you probably buy cough medicine?
- In the shopping district
- Across the street
- In the lobby
- At the Market Mall
- Questions 79 - 83 refer to the following advertisement and letter.
HELP WANTED
Busy downtown law firm seeks certified paralegal to assist three attorneys. Duties include legal research, assisting with documents, providing legal information to clients, some word processing. Requires minimum of two years' paralegal experience and word processing and database skills. Knowledge of French or Spanish desirable. Send resume and names of three references before June 1 to Martha Lee, P.O. Box 7, Williamsburg, MA 01234. No phone calls, please. We will contact you to make an appointment for an interview.
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May 8, 20--
Martha Lee
P.O. Box 7
Williamsburg, MA 01234
Dear Ms. Lee,
I am writing in response to your ad in yesterday's paper for a certified paralegal. I have recently completed a paralegal training course and received my certificate last March. I am looking for a job in a small downtown firm. I am proficient with the commonly used word processing and database programs. I have a working knowledge of French and will be taking a Spanish course starting June 15. My job experience includes three years as an office assistant at an architectural firm. I have not worked for the past year, as I was busy with my paralegal training course.
I would really enjoy the opportunity to work at a firm such as yours. I am enclosing my resume and would be happy to provide you with letters of reference. I look forward to meeting with you soon.
Sincerely,
James Jones
QUESTION 79 - When did the job ad appear in the newspaper?- May 7
- May 8
- June 1
- June 15
- What is one of the duties of the advertised job?
- Interviewing clients
- Working on legal documents
- Answering phone calls
- Making appointments
- What job requirement does James Jones NOT meet?
- Paralegal certificate
- Knowledge of a foreign language
- Computer software skills
- Paralegal work experience
- Where did James Jones work before?
- At a Spanish school
- At a law office
- At an architectural firm
- At a French company
- What did James Jones include with his letter?
- His paralegal course diploma
- His resume
- His French certificate
- His letters of reference
- Questions 84- 88 refer to the following brochure and e-mail.
Computer Training Center
CLASS SCHEDULE
Word Processing Basics
Section 1: M, W 1-3
Section 2: T, Th 6-8
Advanced Word Processing
Section 1: W, F 9-12
Database Basics
Section 1: M, W 4-6
Section 2: Saturday, 9-1
Advanced Database
Section 1: M, W 1-3
INFORMATION FOR STUDENTS
• You may choose either section 1 or section 2 of any course.
• All courses last three months.
• Course fees are $300 for courses meeting four hours a week, and $500 for courses meeting six hours a week. Materials fees are $25 for word processing classes and $45
for database classes.
• Register online by visiting our website, www.computertrainingcenter.com, or call us at 456-8874.
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To: marvinpeabodyanzinc.com
From: samsilliman@nzinc.com
Subject: computer training
Marvin,
I am attaching the latest schedule from the Computer Training Center. As we have discussed in person, your computer skills are not quite up to par and you would benefit from taking one of these courses. We also discussed the fact that your first-year employee probationary status is still in effect and that you are required to take some training courses during this time. Please sign up for one of these courses as soon as possible. I would encourage you to choose a beginning word processing class, as your skills in that area are woefully lacking. You have a good knowledge of database software, though you could benefit from an advanced-level class if that is what interests you most. The choice, of course, is up to you, but I recommend word processing. In choosing your class schedule, please remember that you must be present at our weekly staff meetings (Wednesday afternoons at 2:00). As soon as you have decided on a course and schedule, please contact Elizabeth Mortimer in the Human Resources Department and she will take care of the registration process for you. We at NZ, Inc. will, of course, take care of all the fees. All you have to do is attend the classes. Please e-mail me as soon as you are registered for a course.
Sam Silliman
QUESTION 84 - Which class will Marvin probably take?- Word Processing Basics, Section 1
- Word Processing Basics, Section 2
- Database Basics, Section 2
- Advanced Database, Section 1
- How will Marvin register for the class?
- By visiting the training center website
- By calling the training center
- By talking with the human resources officer
- By e-mailing Sam Silliman
- How much will Marvin pay for his course?
- $0
- $300
- $325
- $545
- Who is Sam Silliman?
- The Computer Training Center manager
- Elizabeth Mortimer's employee
- A computer instructor
- Marvin's supervisor
- How long has Marvin been working at NZ, Inc.?
- Exactly three months
- Less than one year
- A little more than a year
- For several years