Test duration: 75 minutes
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 answers 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.
Please direct all questions about ----------------- recent order to the customer care center. (A) yours (B) your (C) yourself (D) you
102.
Ms. Wu was the ----------------- of the contest, and she may collect her prize next week. (A) partner (B) member (C) player (D) winner
103.
For a ----------------- time, Marco Bank is offering first-time customers a $100 bonus when they open an account. (A) limits (B) limiting (C) limit (D) limited
104.
A ----------------- greenhouse donated several potted plants to beautify the lobby of the city hall. (A) potential (B) local (C) main (D) future
105.
The attached document shows how to report any ----------------- incurred during business travel. (A) expenses (B) expensed (C) expensively (D) expensive
106.
Nonmembers may use the gym if they pay a daily admission ----------------- and sign a guest waiver. (A) fee (B) income (C) salary (D) money
107.
Sharik Pharmaceuticals will host a company picnic for ----------------- employees at Hain Park. (A) them (B) its (C) itself (D) themselves
108.
Call Bowton Chimney for a complete inspection and cleaning ----------------- winter starts. (A) now that (B) even though (C) before (D) since
109.
Ikeda Real Estate Group now ----------------- text messages to update clients about properties of interest. (A) uses (B) users (C) useful (D) using
110.
According to our records, you are ----------------- for your annual checkup at Dr. Bareli’s office. (A) willing (B) helpful (C) concerned (D) overdue
111.
The employee help desk will be moved to room 530 ----------------- the Human Resources offices are being renovated. (A) opposite (B) that (C) while (D) anywhere
112.
Bray Farm Mart is located ----------------- Elm Road, near its intersection with Wye Lane. (A) about (B) inside (C) beneath (D) along
113.
Our office offers ----------------- hours to provide our customers with additional flexibility. (A) extending (B) extends (C) extend (D) extended
114.
The Arraneo Group has created an online ----------------- specifically to encourage sales among young people. (A) promotion (B) price (C) contact (D) volume
115.
Corracar Ltd. is ----------------- looking for new ways to expand its transportation network.
(A) continued (B) continuation (C) continual (D) continually
116.
Employees may bring their lunch to the meeting and enjoy it ----------------- the presentation. (A) in case (B) during (C) into (D) although
117.
The merchandise at Logan’s Clothing requires ----------------- at the beginning of each season. (A) reorganize (B) reorganization (C) reorganizes (D) reorganized
118.
Interns must complete and return the new hire ----------------- by their first day of work. (A) background (B) management (C) publication (D) paperwork
119.
Weekday dining at Jake’s Downtown Bistro is by reservation only ----------------- the high volume of customers. (A) regarding (B) as (C) in (D) due to
120.
Should anyone need to ----------------- with Ms. De Sola, be sure to do so prior to today’s meeting.
(A) reflect (B) arrange (C) regard (D) consult
121.
Mr. Lau looks forward to meeting the ----------------- students at the Career Day event. (A) ambitious (B) ambition (C) ambitiously (D) ambitions
122.
Please ----------------- daily spending records, since online balance statements may not reflect recent account activity. (A) kept (B) keep (C) keeps (D) keeping
123.
Mr. Bhatt ----------------- promotes people within the company, but he recently went outside of the organization to replace the Facilities Director. (A) later (B) forgetfully (C) together (D) normally
124.
The National Health Agency’s latest report ----------------- that recently adopted health-care regulations have been successful. (A) concludes (B) concluding (C) conclusion (D) to conclude
125.
----------------- who wants to attend the luncheon next week must tell Ms. Hasegawa by noon tomorrow. (A) Anyone (B) Some (C) Those (D) Other
126.
Once orders are processed by the sales office, they are ----------------- within 48 hours.
(A) committed (B) positioned (C) filled (D) occurred
127.
Profits at Talhee Beverage Co. rose about 4 percent last year, according to new figures ----------------- by the company. (A) to release (B) releasing (C) released (D) have released
128.
----------------- the CEO and the CFO are authorized to sign checks over $10,000. (A) Each (B) Either (C) Both (D) Whoever
129.
There are multiple reasons ----------------- cost to negotiate a new agreement. (A) also (B) besides (C) indeed (D) yet
130.
Editors at Benchley Press are skilled at reading texts ----------------- to correct errors and polish the prose. (A) sensibly (B) perfectly (C) tightly (D) closely
PART 6
Directions: Read the texts that follow. A word, 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 e-mail.
To: All employees <staff@TFF.com> From: Walter C. Handy <wchandy@TFF.com> Subject: Sales Incentive Program Date: 15 November
Dear TFF Sales Team,
I am writing to introduce you to a new, double-incentive program for the fourth quarter of this year! In addition to our standard cash bonus plan, sales associates will now have the opportunity -------(131)------- tickets to concerts, sporting events, and theater performances. This extra incentive is designed to help make this our greatest sales year ever. -------(132)-------.
More -------(133)------- will be provided in the next few days. -------(134)-------, if you have any questions about this program, contact the Human Resources Department.
To our continued success,
Walter C. Handy, CEO
131.
(A) to earn (B) earning (C) earner (D) having earned
132.
(A) The fiscal year ends in October. (B) I am confident that we can achieve this goal. (C) Attendance at the event is mandatory. (D) TFF is looking to renovate its offices next year.
133.
(A) supplies (B) details (C) products (D) receipts
134.
(A) Similarly (B) Therefore (C) Above all (D) In the meantime
Questions 135-138 refer to the following information.
Accountarium: The quarterly magazine for accountants
Call for Submissions
Our fourth and final edition of the year will include a feature on accountants who have made a career shift. The financial service -------(135)------- that accountants gain are in demand even by those seeking to hire for positions outside of finance. -------(136)-------, many professional accountants have been persuaded to take on other roles.
If you have made such a change in careers, we would like to hear about it. In no more than 800 words, describe your background in accounting and explain -------(137)------- it is useful in your new profession. Send this as an attachment to features@accountarium.com. -------(138)-------. We regret that any submissions received after this date cannot be considered.
135.
(A) industry (B) skills (C) needs (D) fields
136.
(A) Nevertheless (B) Once again (C) In addition (D) Consequently
137.
(A) what (B) whose (C) how (D) which
138.
(A) The deadline for submissions is October 15. (B) We hire accountants at all stages of their careers. (C) This credential is widely recognized. (D) We thank you for your response received today.
Questions 139-142 refer to the following testimonial.
139.
(A) production (B) capacity (C) sales (D) wages
140.
(A) anyone (B) it (C) mine (D) those
141.
(A) exactly (B) exact (C) exacting (D) exactness
142.
(A) He has been in business for eleven years. (B) He also used them in direct e-mail campaigns. (C) He also owns a local supermarket. (D) He plans to move to a smaller building.
Questions 143-146 refer to the following notice.
To help reduce traffic congestion and make parking easier, Newgrange Township will provide free bus rides to and from this year’s Newgrange County Fair. -------(143)------- will be available from Friday, June 5, to Sunday, June 7. Planned pickup locations include the Rhinesberg Elementary School on Route 38 and the Newgrange Municipal Building on Main Street.
Buses going to the fair will depart from these locations hourly from 8 A.M. to 5 P.M. Buses -------(144)------- the fairgrounds on the half hour, from 8:30 A.M. to 7:30 P.M. Please note that children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. -------(145)-------.
The Newgrange County Fair Committee thanks our generous sponsors for providing buses and -------(146)------- this year. We hope you will join us at the Newgrange County Fair!
143.
(A) Refreshments (B) Information (C) Transportation (D) Entertainment
144.
(A) will leave (B) have left (C) leaving (D) left
145.
(A) Thank you for coming to this year’s auto show. (B) There will be an increase in the cost of the service. (C) We hope you enjoyed your stay at the hotel. (D) No food or drinks are permitted on the buses.
146.
(A) driven (B) drivers (C) drivable (D) drive
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 set 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 e-mail.
147.
What is the purpose of the e-mail? (A) To correct some information (B) To offer a membership discount (C) To promote a new group class (D) To confirm a cancellation
148.
What must Mr. Cahyo do by March 31 ? (A) Mail a check (B) Empty a locker (C) Write to an instructor (D) Call Mr. Sommers
Questions 149-150 refer to the following notice.
NOTICE
On Monday, 23 September, Constellation Internet Service will install a new, state-of-the-art system here at Bluestone Tower. Internet service will be down for much of the day. This means that residents will not be able to access the building’s wireless network, nor will it be possible for them to contact our management or maintenance staff by e-mail. Those who require access to the Internet between 9:00 A.M. and 5:00 P.M. on 23 September will need to make other arrangements. I apologize for the inconvenience.
Claire Cho Property Manager, Bluestone Tower
149.
For whom is the notice intended? (A) Construction crews (B) Internet providers (C) Building residents (D) Maintenance workers
150.
What does the notice suggest will happen at 5:00 P.M. on September 23 ? (A) A new Web site will be launched. (B) A new service charge will take effect. (C) Access to a building will be restricted. (D) Internet service will be restored.
Questions 151-152 refer to the following e-mail.
151.
What is a purpose of the e-mail? (A) To notify a customer of a late delivery (B) To confirm a request for an exchange (C) To request payment for an order (D) To tell a customer how to give feedback
152.
What is indicated about Dixon’s Clothing? (A) It has several store locations. (B) It offers free shipping. (C) Its customer service representatives are available daily. (D) Its Web site features product reviews from customers.
Questions 153-154 refer to the following text-message chain.
153.
What is the purpose of the meeting mentioned by Ms. Oliver? (A) To interview a candidate for an open position (B) To approve a job announcement (C) To consider applicants for a job (D) To select members for a hiring committee
154.
At 9:24 A.M., what does Ms. Oliver most likely mean when she writes, “Exactly”? (A) The meeting room is on the fourth floor. (B) The meeting is scheduled for 4:00 P.M. (C) Four people will attend the meeting. (D) The committee will meet four times.
Questions 155-157 refer to the following article.
155.
What is the main purpose of the article? (A) To announce job openings at a company (B) To tell about the relocation of a company (C) To summarize the history of a company (D) To describe successful manufacturing strategies
156.
The word “assumed” in paragraph 2, line 6 is closest in meaning to (A) undertaken (B) pretended (C) thought (D) attempted
157.
What is currently true about Lindgren Machinery? (A) It is training new management. (B) It has recently moved its headquarters. (C) It is the largest employer in the city. (D) It is a family-operated business.
Questions 158-160 refer to the following e-mail.
158.
What is the main purpose of the e-mail? (A) To request a change to a room reservation (B) To introduce a new hotel employee (C) To provide a description of hotel amenities (D) To obtain feedback from a recent customer
159.
What does the hotel offer its guests? (A) Complimentary airport shuttle service (B) A parking facility (C) Meal vouchers for area restaurants (D) Guided city tours
160.
According to the e-mail, what will Mr. Underhill be able to find on a website? (A) Information about some events (B) Maps of the local area (C) A list of staff members (D) A detailed receipt
Questions 161-163 refer to the following letter.
161.
What is the purpose of the letter? (A) To explain the reasons for a fee increase (B) To provide the status of a license (C) To schedule a meeting in Laketon (D) To update a user’s identification number
162.
According to the letter, how much does Mr. Fernandez need to pay? (A) $20 (B) $30 (C) $40 (D) $50
163.
In which of the positions marked [1], [2], [3] and [4] does the following sentence best belong? “To do so, please visit our website.” (A) [1] (B) [2] (C) [3] (D) [4]
Questions 164-167 refer to the following online chat discussion.
164.
Who will be visiting from the Hong Kong office? (A) Mr. Tham (B) Ms. Cromwell (C) Ms. Agarwal (D) Mr. Klein
165.
At 8:11 A.M., what does Mr. Li most likely mean when he writes, “there are going to be three”? (A) An additional visitor is arriving. (B) Another conference room is available. (C) The Accounting Department has several open work spaces. (D) The schedule will include one more day of meetings.
166.
Who most likely is Ms. Zhang? (A) An accountant (B) A human resources representative (C) A marketing specialist (D) A package designer
167.
What does Ms. Cromwell ask Mr. Li to do? (A) Print a meeting schedule (B) Prepare a list of contacts (C) Distribute a lunch menu (D) Assign visitors to offices
Questions 168-171 refer to the following information.
Request for Proposal
Purpose The City of New Langston is seeking proposals for the manufacture and installation of electronic signage at bus stops throughout the city. New Langston plans to deploy new electronic signs that display real-time arrival information to bus riders.
Background Currently, New Langston’s bus stops are marked by simple metal signs displaying only the location of the stop and the lines that stop at the location. Cities around the world have begun to incorporate real-time arrival information into bus stop signage. Electronic signs are proving to be very popular with riders, and studies show that the introduction of such signage has contributed to increased ridership in numerous cities.
Project Description The successful bidder will provide New Langston with up to 350 electronic signs. The signs must be powered by solar energy and have a battery backup allowing them to operate at night, on cloudy days, and in all weather conditions. The signs must have a reliability factor of at least 99 percent. The signs must display at least three and no more than five lines of text, and be connected to the Internet in order to provide real-time information to bus riders.
Please submit detailed bids outlining costs by 11:59 p.m. on May 31 to the City of New Langston Regional Council at regionalcoimcil@cityofnewlangston.gov.
168.
What is the purpose of the information? (A) To detail a city’s public transportation issues (B) To solicit bids for a city project (C) To outline the history of bus ridership (D) To encourage environmental responsibility
169.
What is indicated about the proposed signs? (A) They would look exactly like the current bus stop signs in New Langston. (B) They would be manufactured by a company in New Langston. (C) They would inform riders about the arrival of the next bus. (D) They would need to be programmed only once a month.
170.
According to the information, what has been the result of installing the signs in other cities? (A) Increased use of public transportation (B) Higher bus fares (C) Improved lighting at bus stops (D) More on-time bus arrivals
171.
What is NOT a requirement for the new signs? (A) They must be powered by solar energy. (B) They must operate in the rain. (C) They must be reliable. (D) They must display information in color.
Questions 172-175 refer to the following job announcement.
172.
What is indicated about Traskin Public Relations? (A) It is a new company. (B) It has international offices. (C) It focuses on Web site development. (D) It is growing in size.
173.
What is suggested about the job being advertised? (A) It offers travel opportunities. (B) It requires experience in training new employees. (C) It may lead to a promotion. (D) It is a temporary position.
174.
What is one responsibility of the job? (A) Sending updates regularly (B) Leading weekly team meetings (C) Conducting market research (D) Assigning tasks to team members
175.
In which of the positions marked [1], [2], [3] and [4] does the following sentence best belong?
“Experience preparing budgets is a plus.” (A) [1] (B) [2] (C) [3] (D) [4]
Questions 176-180 refer to the following web page and e-mail.
176.
What does the Web page state about Zolio Rentals? (A) It is expanding its inventory. (B) It is training new customer-service associates. (C) It can deliver equipment to certain areas. (D) It recently opened branch locations.
177.
Why did Mr. Fitzpatrick send the e-mail? (A) To make an offer of assistance (B) To apologize for an oversight (C) To ask for feedback on a product (D) To postpone a project
178.
In the e-mail, the word “cover” in paragraph 2, line 3, is closest in meaning to (A) report on (B) protect (C) conceal (D) pay for
179.
What does the e-mail suggest about Mr. Fitzpatrick? (A) His family is planning to relocate to Durham. (B) He worked as an irrigation consultant for many years. (C) He regularly rents equipment from Zolio Rentals. (D) His property is close to Ms. Stanton’s property.
180.
How much will Mr. Fitzpatrick most likely spend at Zolio Rentals? (A) $166 (B) $194 (C) $237 (D) $275
Questions 181-185 refer to the following article and job posting.
181.
What is stated about Mr. Jadhav? (A) He created one of the company's products. (B) He is the founder of Welinaras Corporation. (C) He used to be in charge of the R&D Division. (D) He has been company president for three years.
182.
What is indicated about Vigilant? (A) It is sold internationally. (B) It collects information. (C) It is inexpensive. (D) It is a new product.
183.
Where will the chosen candidate most likely work? (A) In Pune (B) In Mumbai (C) In New Delhi (D) In Hyderabad
184.
When is the application deadline? (A) In March (B) In April (C) In May (D) In June
185.
What is one requirement of the position? (A) Having published scholarly articles (B) Having provided medical care (C) Having managerial experience (D) Having worked abroad
Questions 186-190 refer to the following e-mails and schedule.
186.
What venue seats only twenty people? (A) The Helms Room (B) The Stokes Room (C) The Avery Room (D) The Fredricks Room
187.
Who is highlighted as a new speaker at Ada County Library? (A) Ms. Briggs (B) Ms. Elgin (C) Ms. Weiss (D) Ms. Reynolds
188.
What most likely is Ms. Carlton’s job? (A) University lecturer (B) Computer programmer (C) Event coordinator (D) Travel agent
189.
What event will need to be rescheduled? (A) Idaho Literature (B) History of the Dictionary (C) Philosophical Nonfiction (D) Programming as a Skill
190.
What is indicated about Mr. Morrison? (A) He has not yet begun to prepare for his lecture. (B) He will visit the library on May 8. (C) He is not required to travel for his job. (D) He plans to utilize technology in his presentation.
Questions 191-195 refer to the following Web page and e-mails.
191.
What are the volunteer river advocates responsible for? (A) Monitoring changes in water quality (B) Promoting water conservation practices (C) Keeping the riverbanks clean (D) Leading educational tours of rivers and creeks
192.
What is implied about the recipients of the first e-mail? (A) They will be sharing a vehicle. (B) They have helped to recruit volunteers. (C) They have committed to being available once a month. (D) They will enter records into a computer system.
193.
What does the first e-mail indicate about the training? (A) It will be held at the Central River Foundation building. (B) It will take place in the morning. (C) It will last for one hour. (D) It will take place at multiple sites.
194.
Where will Ms. Lim most likely meet Ms. Connors? (A) At Sutton Bridge (B) At Bradford Bend (C) At Alderwick Cove (D) At Tanner Park
195.
In the second e-mail, what does Ms. Connors ask Ms. Lim to do? (A) Give her a ride (B) Contact Ms. Schroeder (C) Arrive 30 minutes early (D) Bring a water-testing kit
Questions 196-200 refer to the following e-mails and web page.
196.
What most likely is Ms. Ayala’s job? (A) Technical consultant (B) Factory supervisor (C) Magazine writer (D) Maintenance worker
197.
What does Ms. Ayala indicate about solar power? (A) Many government buildings are equipped with solar panels. (B) Solar businesses overseas are growing extremely fast. (C) Rooftop panels provide the most energy efficiency. (D) Delaying installation of solar panels for two years would lower costs.
198.
Which of Ms. Ayala’s questions does Mr. Szasz fail to answer? (A) Number 1 (B) Number 3 (C) Number 4 (D) Number 5
199.
According to the second e-mail, what is suggested about the ceramics factory?
(A) It is situated far from the road. (B) It requires extensive cooling. (C) It is located on a public transportation route. (D) It recently moved to the capital city area.
200.
What company will Ms. Ayala most likely recommend? (A) AKX Solar (B) Sun365 (C) Beranek Systems (D) Plutosolar