**READING TEST** In the Reading test, you will read a variety of texts and answer several different types of reading comprehension questions. The entire Reading test will last 75 minutes. There are three parts, and directions are given for each part. You are encouraged to answer as many questions as possible within the time allowed. You must mark your answer on the separate answer sheet. Do not write your answers in your 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. Mr. June consistently offers an ——- view during the team’s weekly meetings. (A) analysis (B) analyze (C) analytically (D) analytic 102. Our accounting software can track invoices, payments, ——- debt in multiple currencies. (A) and (B) but (C) nor (D) also 103. The Nikko Hotel is ——- located within five minutes’ walk of the subway station. (A) convenient (B) convenience (C) conveniently (D) conveniences 104. When it comes to Colin’s ability to finish the project on time, his manager has no ——-. (A) doubts (B) doubtful (C) doubtfully (D) doubtless 105. All employee timesheets must be submitted ——- the 3rd working day of the month at the latest. (A) by (B) toward (C) within (D) upon 106. Guests, including children, must have a ticket with them at all times and show it upon request. (A) validate (B) valid (C) validation (D) validly 107. Please do not contact me over the weekend unless it is absolutely ——-. (A) necessary (B) general (C) legal (D) repeated 108. Our latest product offerings ——- either on our Web site or at local retail stores. (A) can find (B) can be found (C) is found (D) found 109. If you are the last person in the office at night, please ——- that the copier is turned off before you leave. (A) address (B) begin (C) check (D) designate 110. In the ——-, the sales teams do not achieve their objectives, no bonuses will be awarded. (A) case (B) pause (C) event (D) function 111. If you have questions regarding your purchase, please feel free to contact us at any ——-. (A) any (B) another (C) even (D) a lot 112. The roses that were planted in the front garden last summer are ——- than those in the back garden. (A) fragrant (B) more fragrant (C) most fragrant (D) fragrance 113. Our team has designed several delicious food and beverage ——- to make your experience at Mosaic Stadium a memorable one. (A) tasks (B) options (C) fees (D) answers 114. Due to the ——- demand for our services, we will no longer be able to accept new orders. (A) authentic (B) famous (C) unprecedented (D) cooperative 115. We make every effort to fill orders ——- and get them shipped to our customers as soon as possible. (A) prompt (B) promptly (C) promptness (D) prompter 116. Monthly wages are paid on the first day of each month ——- travel expenses are reimbursed on a weekly basis. (A) whereas (B) likewise (C) whether (D) in case 117. Shipments that ——- in Australia are always held up in customs. (A) original (B) originate (C) originally (D) originating 118. Please be aware that China Grill will be closed ——- a private function on Sunday, October 29. (A) among (B) by (C) to (D) for 119. ——- of a reservation must be made at least 72 hours before your scheduled arrival date; otherwise, a charge will be incurred. (A) Cancelation (B) Cancellation (C) To Cancel (D) Canceled 120. Ms. Davies is an ——- skilled copywriter and fantastic addition to the team. (A) inclusively (B) obviously (C) exceptionally (D) affordably **PART 6** Directions: Read the texts that follow. A word or phrase, or sentence is missing in parts of each text. Four answer choices for each question are given below the text. Select the best answer to complete the text. Then mark the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your answer sheet. Questions 131-134 refer to the following letter. Louise Reefton 87 Eclipse Road Tampa, FL 76435 Dear Ms. Reefton, I am writing in response to your ——- about one of our products. Unfortunately, the hairdryer 131. that you are interested in purchasing is no longer manufactured. We ——- it with the 132. upgraded HYT-986 model. This updated hairdryer not only offers the same power and drying performance as the previous product, ——- it also includes a cooling function. 133. Warm Regards, June Whittle Customer Support Net Electrics Ltd. 134. 131. (A) inquiry (B) return (C) delivery (D) refund 132. (A) replace (B) replaced (C) were replaced (D) will replace 133. (A) and (B) but (C) then (D) while 134. (A) Please accept my thanks for buying the hairdryer. (B) Thank you again for your flawless service, and I look forward to working with you in the future. (C) I am pleased to hear that you have resolved the issues you were experiencing with our product. (D) Please refer to the attached file and find a shop in your local area that stocks our products.
From: Raymond Ralph <ralph@huntandallen.com> To: Pamela Lunt <plunt@cityscape.com> Date: June 19 Subject: Meeting schedule Dear Mrs. Lunt, I am sorry to do this after we had difficulty ——- schedules, but I unfortunately need to 139. reschedule our meeting for next week. I hope that you have some free time available next Wednesday. I can visit your office as opposed to you coming here as we had originally planned. ——-. Would it also be all right if a coworker sits in on the meeting? She 140. recently joined the team here at Hunt and Allen and is keen to observe ——- meetings 141. with clients go. Please let me ——- as soon as possible if you will be available next Wednesday. Please 142. accept my apologies for any inconvenience. Best Regards, Raymond 139. (A) matching (B) objecting (C) concentrating (D) renovating 140. (A) I have booked a meeting room here for us on Wednesday. (B) It’s my way of making up for the inconvenience. (C) We will visit the site, and you can share your ideas. (D) The presentation will last around 40 minutes. 141. (A) as (B) how (C) though (D) when 142. (A) knowing (B) to know (C) known (D) know — **[Image 2: Company Advertisement]** **Cumbria Glass Designs** At Cumbria Glass Designs, product quality is our top priority. Every item ——- extensive 143. quality checks before it is shipped. We have recently updated our quality-control facilities. Now, all of our products are subjected to quality-control tests that simulate everyday use. During the testing process, inspectors are required to adhere to the quality-checking procedures. Once the glass has been tested for performance, it goes through defect inspections. During the final ——- of the process, a team of experts verifies the 144. overall quality of the piece. Every item we produced is designed for everyday use. —– . All our products come with a two-year guarantee, and we ——- confident that all 145. 146. customers will be fully satisfied with their purchases. 143. (A) undergone (B) undergo (C) underwent (D) undergoes 144. (A) destination (B) archive (C) phase (D) proceed 145. (A) We guarantee that our products will meet your expectations. (B) We required a weekend delivery timeslot. (C) You can ask for a free membership card. (D) Please bear in mind that you may need to extend the contract duration. 146. (A) make (B) hold (C) have (D) remain — **[Image 3: Receipt and Article]** **PART 7** Directions: In this part you will read a selection of texts, such as magazine and newspaper articles, e-mails, and instant messages. Each text or sat of texts is followed by several questions. Select the best answer for each question and mark the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your answer sheet. Questions 147-148 refer to the following receipt. **Alberta Cellphone Repair Shop** 4851 Westwinds Dr. NE, Calgary, AB T3J 4L4 **OFFICIAL RECEIPT** Date: DEC 20 Received from: Peter Mang Address: 3575 20 Ave NE, Calgary Received the amount of: $35.63 As payment for: Signal check and repair (one-month warranty) Payment Form: [ ] Credit card [ ] Cash [ ] Bank transfer [ ] Check 147. According to the receipt, which of the following was used for payment? (A) A credit card (B) A check (C) Cash (D) A bank transfer 148. What is NOT included on this receipt? (A) The date of issue of the receipt (B) The telephone number of the repair shop (C) The name of the customer (D) The period of the repair guarantee — After two years of construction, the new Canada Highway and Bow Road Interchange officially opened today. The new interchange includes six lanes on the Canada Highway, which travels under the Bow Road Bridge. “This is the last of four interchange-related projects we are opening this summer,” said Mayor Naheed Nenshi. “The city is planning to complete 20 transportation projects this year, with a total investment of 400 million dollars, which will have a positive impact on Calgary’s road network.” The city is grateful for the patience and understanding of the many residents and businesses that were impacted by the significant detours and lane restrictions over the past two years. 149. What is the article about? (A) An interchange-related project (B) A decline in vehicle production (C) Restricted access to a bridge (D) A negative impact on residents 150. What is the city thankful for? (A) The patience of the work crews (B) The short-term work (C) The cooperation of residents (D) The amount of donations
**The City’s Newest Restaurant** I had dinner last night at the KEG, the newest family restaurant in Fullerton. Having reviewed nearly all of the restaurants in Fullerton, I can truthfully say that the KEG is one of the most fantastic restaurants I’ve ever enjoyed visiting. The food served was excellent, the ambiance was bright and pleasant, and the staff was well trained and friendly. As part of its grand opening celebration, Maria Glavas, the owner, provided a free dessert for every entrée ordered. As you would expect from a family restaurant, the KEG has a variety of food items on its menu that will surely appeal to customers’ different tastes. The entrées consist of delicious Italian pastas with meat, poultry, seafood, or vegetables. All the dishes are freshly cooked and are moderately priced. From June 7 until June 14, the KEG will serve all kinds of entrées at discounted price. In addition, all daily specials will be served with fresh bread, salad, and juice, tea, or coffee. The KEG is located on Main Street in Fullerton. The restaurant is open daily from 11 A.M. to 11:00 P.M. Catering services for all occasions are also offered by the restaurant. James Milton Fullerton Daily News 155. Who most likely is James Milton? (A) An executive chef (B) A food critic (C) The owner of a restaurant (D) A newspaper reporter 156. What is indicated about the KEG? (A) It has been in business for a long time. (B) It only serves vegetarian meals. (C) It serves food at affordable prices. (D) It is only open on weekdays. 157. According to the review, what was included with an entrée at the opening? (A) Bread (B) Beverages (C) A dessert (D) A salad — **[Image 2: Letter]** August 15 Mr. Dave Meltzer Executive Director Children with Disabilities Foundation 5500 Irvine Center Dr, Irvine, CA 92618 Dear Mr. Meltzer: The purpose of this letter is to formally invite you, on behalf of the board of directors, to be the closing speaker at the upcoming International Disabled Children Research Institute(IDCR) Conference. —– [1] —–. The theme of this conference is “Disabling Disabilities.” It will be held at the Newport Conference Facility in Monterey from December 3 to 5. — [2] —. For your information, Jennifer Lee of the California Children’s Association will be the opening speaker. —– [3] —–. We will forward a complete list of the program to you in a couple of weeks to give you an idea of the specific subjects that will be covered by the other speakers. In closing, we would be pleased and honored if you would consent to be our closing speaker at the IDCR Conference. —– [4] —–. Yours sincerely, Christopher McDonald Executive Director 158. Why did Mr. McDonald write the letter? (A) To ask Mr. Meltzer for a refund (B) To ask Mr. Meltzer to make a speech (C) To become a member of the California Children’s Association (D) To invite Mr. Meltzer to a board meeting 159. What is indicated about the IDCR Conference? (A) It will be held in Irving. (B) It will last for three days. (C) It will offer participants a free meal. (D) Jennifer Lee will be the closing speaker. 160. In which of the positions marked [1], [2], [3], and [4] does the following sentence best belong? “The provisional title of her presentation is “The Disabled Environment”.” (A) [1] (B) [2] (C) [3] (D) [4] — **[Image 3: Email]** To: Mr. John Hong Customer Service Representative Furnisys, Inc. 87 Widget Street Miami, Florida 33111 From: Sam Brown Purchasing Director, Bio Care Company, Inc. 305-671-3805 s.brown@biocare.com Dear Mr. Hong: I am writing you concerning my recent purchase of office chairs. Approximately two weeks ago, on October 1, I ordered a total of 20 office chairs via the Furnisys Web page. I received an e-mail notification two days later confirming the receipt of payment and the shipment of the office chairs. According to your Web site, shipments should reach the destination within 5 business days of being sent, but I have yet to receive the office chairs. Do you have any information on what may have happened to delay the shipment or where the shipment is currently? I have done business with Furnisys, Inc. in the past and have the greatest confidence in your products and customer service. We need the shipment of office chairs soon, and I hope you are able to provide me with an idea of when I can expect them. Thank you in advance for any help you can be able to offer. Sincerely, Sam Brown 161. Why did Mr. Brown send the letter? (A) To place an order for an upcoming conference (B) To schedule a meeting with clients (C) To invite Mr. Hong to his office (D) To ask about the status of an order 162. According to the letter, what is true about Mr. Brown? (A) He used to work for a delivery company. (B) He determined whether to buy office chairs. (C) He has bought furniture from Furnisys before. (D) He redesigned the Furnisys Web page.