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 direction for each part.

Part V
Directions: Questions 101-140 are incomplete sentences. Four words or phrase, marked (A), (B), (C), (D),
are given beneath each sentence. You are to choose the one word or phrase that best complete the
sentence. Then, on your answer sheet, find the number of the question and mark your answer.
Example Sample Answer
Because the equipment is very delicate, (A) (B) (C) (D)
It must be handled with ___________
(A) Caring
(B) Careful
(C) Care
(D) Carefully

The sentence should read, “Because the equipment is very delicate, it must be handled with care.”
Therefore, you should choose answer (C).

Now begin work on the questions.

101. Electricity-operated reading lamps __________ very well right now.

a. sale
b. sold
c. are selling
d. are sold

102. In order to make a phone call outside the office hours, you have to __________
a. tip
b. make
c. call
d. number

103. We are pleased to inform __________ that the missing order has been found.
a. you
b. your
c. yours
d. yourself

104. Unfortunately, neither Mr. Shark __________ Ms. Florentine will be able to attend the awards
banquet this evening.
a. but
b. and
c. nor
d. either

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105. According to the manufacturer, the new generator is capable of __________ the amount of power
consumed by our facility by nearly ten percent.
a. reduced
b. reducing
c. reduce
d. reduces

106. After the main course, choose from our wide __________ of homemade deserts.
a. varied
b. various
c. vary
d. variety

107. One of the most frequent complaints among airline passengers is that there is not __________ leg-
room.
a. enough
b. many
c. very
d. plenty

108. Faculty members are planning to __________ a party in honour of Dr. Walker, who will retire at
the end of the semester.
a. carry
b. do
c. hold
d. take

109. Many employees seem more __________ now about how to use the new telephone system than
they did before they attended the workshop.
a. confusion
b. confuse
c. confused
d. confusing

110. __________ our production figures improve in the near future, we foresee having to hire more
people between now and July.
a. during
b. only
c. unless
d. because

111. The prime minister is expected to arrive at the convention hall at __________ 7.00 p.m.
a. approximated
b. approximates
c. approximate
d. approximately

112. Responses to the proposed work schedule changes are __________ outstanding from several
departments.

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 a. until
b. yet
c. still
d. since

113. As the filming location has not yet been __________ the release date has been postponed.
a. detained
b. determined
c. delayed
d. deleted

114. Extreme __________ should be used when the fork-lift truck is being operated.
a. caution
b. cautioned
c. cautiously
d. cautious

115. The country hospital is currently __________ volunteers to staff the reception desk.
a. look at
b. looking for
c. looking around
d. looking up

116. We are a major international company with a growing number of __________ in North America.
a. inferences
b. instances
c. instincts
d. interests

117. The report indicates that the education fund for the poor is acting properly by delivering policy
advice __________ rather than announcing it to the public.
a. privacy
b. privately
c. private
d. privatize

118. The presentation will demonstrate how Supercom computers are superior __________ those of
our competitors in term of both features and speed.
a. from
b. than
c. so
d. as

119. The Executive Council of the Automotive Provider’s Congress is __________ of twenty five
members from various companies of the automobile industry.
a. compose

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 b. composing
c. composed
d. to compose

120. Though their performance was relatively unpolished, the actors held the audience’s __________
for the duration of the play.
a. attentive
b. attentively
c. attention
d. attentive

121. Dr. Mark Thompson’s donation to Boston College broke the record for the largest private gift
__________ given to the campus.
a. always
b. rarely
c. once
d. ever

122. Beirut National Park is __________ by train, bus, charter plane, and rental car.
a. accessible
b. accessing
c. accessibility
d. accesses

123. In Michelle’s latest architectural project, she hopes to __________ her flair blending contemporary
and traditional ideals.
a. demonstrate
b. appear
c. inspect
d. position

124. Replacing the office equipment that the company purchased only three year ago seems quite
__________
a. waste
b. wasteful
c. wasting
d. wasted

125. On __________, employees reach their peak performance level when they have been on the job for
at least two years.
a. common
b. standard
c. average

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 d. general

126. We were __________ unaware of the problems with the air-conditioning units in the hotel rooms
until this week.
a. complete
b. completely
c. completed
d. completing

127. If you send in an order __________ mail, we recommend that you phone our sales division directly
to confirm the order.
a. near
b. by
c. for
d. on

128. A recent global survey suggests __________ demand for aluminum and tin will remain at its current
level for the next five to ten years.
a. which
b. it
c. that
d. both

129. Rates for the use of recreational facilities do not include tax and are subject to change without
__________
a. signal
b. cash
c. report
d. notice

130. We conduct our audits in accordance __________ generally accepted auditing.

a. of
b. with
c. in
d. across

131. The Director of educational programs works collaboratively with the Ministry of Education to
__________ that the programs are meeting the needs of institution.
a. ensure
b. define
c. accept
d. imply

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132. Cyberg Force,Co. has the __________ management team of the four companies under
consideration.
a. impressive
b. more impressive
c. impressively
d. most impressive

133. There are over thirty keyboard commands that can prompt word-processing procedures, but
common usage __________ only a few.
a. involves
b. receives
c. subscribes
d. corresponds

134. The recent storms have led to the __________ closure of our overseas office.
a. temporal
b. temporary
c. temporarily
d. temporaries

135. “Accounts receivable” is money owed to a company, __________ “accounts payable” is money
owed by the company to creditors.
a. whereas
b. otherwise
c. such as
d. in order that

136. Cooks must remember the some raw foods are very __________ and should be refrigerated or
chilled until ready to be eaten or cooked.
a. peripheral
b. perishable
c. periodic
d. permanent

137. If our company had saved much of its profits, we __________ to give financial support to local
community service organizations last year.
a. continue
b. continued
c. had continued
d. would have continued

138. The telecommunications department is completing a detailed __________ of each factory site to
determine the types of equipment and features needed in each area.

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 a. elaboration
b. evolution
c. evaluation
d. expansion

139. Proposed changes that are not __________ with existing safety regulations will not be considered.
a. dependent
b. compliant
c. relating
d. supportive

140. The lectures will cover the relevant methods of __________ the impact of currency fluctuations on
international transactions.
a. determination
b. determined
c. determining
d. determine

PART VI
Directions: In Questions 141 – 160 each sentence has four words or phrases underlined. The four
underlined parts of the sentence are marked (A), (B), (C), (D). You are to identify the one underlined word
or phrase that should be corrected or rewritten. Then, on your answer sheet, find the number of the
question and mark your answer.

Example SAMPLE ANSWER

All employee are required to wear (A) (B) (C) (D)
A B
Identification badges while at work
C D

Choice (A), the underlined word “employee”, is not in correct in this sentence. This sentence should
read, “All employees are required to wear their identification badges while at work.” Therefore, you
should choose answer (A).

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Now begin work on the questions.

141. Store must meet the expectations of today’s consumer, who expects quality, service, and not
A B C
paying very much.
D
142. The guest which just arrived forgot to sign his name in the hotel register.
A B C D
143. Automated teller machines allow busy customers making deposits and to cash checks whenever it
A B C D
is convenient.

144. All people knows what the ultimate effect of global pollution will be.
A B C D
145. Sales of the newest computer has doubled since the past eight months.
A B C D
146. The job status reports are printed out every months on the first Monday.
A B C D
147. Must everyone can decide this month if they would stay on the old payroll system, or can they
A B C
inform it to the management later?
D
148. The company insists that security guards meeting employees at the building exit and walk them to
A B C D
their cars.

149. The best seats in the theatre will be reserved for inviting guests.
A B C D
150. Although they has been advertising, the position for six months, none of the people, who have
A B
applied for the job is qualified.
C D
151. The members of the personnel committee has decided to revise the employee handbook.
A B C D
152. Even though the hotel was already full, the manager did not have rooms for people who had been
A B C D
stranded by the storm.

153. If clients have trouble using a software, they can call our computer hipline.
A B C D
154. Ms. Do is on vacation, but both her assistant or the division manager can help you with your
A B C
request.
D
155. The new machinery has been operating within six months, but that is not enough time to see any

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 A B C
increase in production.
D
156. The book had already been published by the time the error discovered.
A B C D
157. The fish has became a popular item on the menus of most restaurants.
A B C D
158. The waiters at the new restaurant has not received proper training in food service.
A B C D
159. Tyrant Computers Company has announced the site of their new headquarters.
A B C D
160. Even though Mr. Hillary expect his staff to work overtime, rarely he stays later than 5:30.
A B C D

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PART VII
Directions: Questions 161-200 are based on a variety of reading material (for example, announcements,
paragraphs, and advertisements). You are to choose the one best answer, (A), (B), (C),or (D), to each
question. Then, on your answer sheet, find the number of the question and mark your answer. Answer all
questions following a passage on the basis of what is stated or implied in that passage.

Read the following example.

The Museum of Technology is a “hands-on” museum, designed for people to experience science at
work. Visitors are encouraged to use, test, and handle the objects on display. Special demonstrations are
scheduled for the first and second Saturdays of each month at 1:30 p.m. Open Tuesday-Friday, 2:30-4:30
p.m., Saturday 11.00 a.m.-4.30 p.m., and Sunday 1.00-4.30 p.m.

When during the month can visitors see special demonstrations?

(A) Every weekend Sample Answer
(B) The first two Saturdays (A) (B) (C) (D)
(C) One afternoon a week
(D) Every other Saturday

The passage says that the demonstrations are scheduled the first and second Saturdays of the month.
Therefore, you should choose answer (B).

Now begin work on the questions.

Questions 161-162 refer to the following announcement

Business trends around the world indicated a stronger global economy, a recent study suggests.
Increases in sales, production, and employment have been consistent over the past six months. These
are the highest levels since 1990. This study has been evaluating 9,000 companies in 112 countries to
spot business trends.

161. What does this survey show?

(A) People are out of work
(B) Stocks are going to fall
(C) Businesses are doing well
(D) Manufacturing is changing

162. What aspect is NOT mentioned as reflecting this trend?

(A) Employment
(B) Production
(C) Sales
(D) Research

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Questions 163-164 refer to the following subscription form.

Yes! I would like to order season tickets.

FOUR-PLAY SERIES

Tuesday-Thursday evenings $56 per person

Friday/Saturday evenings $76 per person
Sunday matinee $66 per person

Please Print.
Name :
Address :
City-State-Zip-Code :

163. What is this subscription for?

(A) Plays
(B) Movies
(C) Magazines
(D) Newspaper

164. What determines the price of the season tickets?

(A) The location of the theatres
(B) The time you attend
(C) The number of plays you see
(D) The kind of plays you see

Questions 165-168 refer to the following announcement.

MEMO

TO: All Employees

FROM: Ron Starsky, Accounting
DATE: March 15, 19—

There has been an unprecedented increase in the amount of taxi fare indicated on the expense accounts
of our business travelers. To help keep cost under control, please remember the following guidelines
when using taxicabs in an unfamiliar city.
Be sure that the meter is turned on after, not before, you sit down in the cab. Request that you take the
most direct route to your destination. Establish an approximate fare to your destination before the
driver moves to the cab. Always ask the taxicab driver for a receipt showing the driver’s name, I.D.
number, name of the cab company, destination, and the amount paid for the fare. This will enable us to
verify the trip’s fare should be disputed.
165. What is the memo about?

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 (A) Filling out travel voucher
(B) Learning your way around a city
(C) Travelling safely
(D) Saving cab costs

166. Who should pay attention to this memo?

(A) Company employees
(B) Taxi drivers
(C) Accountants
(D) Cab companies

167. When should the driver turn on the meter?

(A) When you hail the cab
(B) Before you get in the cab
(C) After you are in the taxi
(D) After the driver puts bags in the trunk

168. Why should employees get a receipt from the driver?

(A) To prove where they went
(B) To verify the trip
(C) To give to accounting
(D) To obtain the driver’s signature

Questions 169-171 refer to the following article

Busy executives are always looking for more ways to squeeze time into their day. This effort has led
them to start work even before they get to their offices at nine with what has become known as the
power breakfast. The power breakfast is essentially a meeting between two or more powerful
executives who consider themselves too busy to get together at any other time. Restaurants
-particularly the ones at large hotels in large cities- go out of their way to accommodate these meetings.
Some start serving full breakfasts in their most elegant dining rooms as early as 6:30 a.m., and most
require reservations before 9:00 a.m.

169. What is one way of people get more work out of their day?
(A) Have breakfast meeting
(B) Work late
(C) Hire more assistants
(D) Move closer to the office

170. Who started this trend?

(A) People who leave work early

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 (B) People who can’t cook
(C) People who had to get to work early
(D) People who are too busy to meet at other times

171. What is one sign that this has become common?

(A) Restaurants have begun to serve breakfast
(B) Restaurant require reservations for breakfast
(C) Restaurants have hired more waiters to serve breakfast
(D) Restaurants give wake-up calls.

Questions 172-174 refer to the following article

Companies who are looking to establish a new headquarters or other facility must consider
location very carefully. The match, or lack of it, between the company’s requirements and the available
human and natural resources in the area can be crucial. A company’s future growth and prosperity
depends on a successful match of needs and resources.
Different companies, of course, have different needs. Some are looking for a good climate and
sound infrastructure, like public transportation, schools, and other facilities for their employees. Others
are seeking affordable office space and a large workplace. Still others want a low cost of living and
access to cultural or outdoor activities to keep their employees happy. But the one common
denominator must be a pro business attitude in the community. If the citizens do not want commercial
enterprises in their neighborhood, a company should consider another location.

172. What must companies look for when choosing a location?

(A) Abundant natural resources
(B) The desires of the board
(C) A match between need and resources
(D) A range of different needs

173. What possible requirements is NOT mentioned in the article?

(A) Affordable office space
(B) Tax advantages
(C) Sound infrastructure
(D) Climate

174. What is essential for success in all cases?

(A) Low cost of living
(B) Access to cultural activities
(C) A large workforce
(D) A pro-business attitude

Questions 175- 176 refer to the following form.

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 Cindy’s Super Store
MAIL ORDER FORM

Name : Thomas Lych

Address : 43 Smallville, Apt. 204

Quantity Item Color Price

1 T-shirt Red US$7.5
4 Sneakers White US$80
4 Pair socks White US$12
1 Trousers Black US$15
2 Jeans Blue US$38
Add 5% tax US$8
Shipping US$10
TOTAL US$170.5

175. What costs US$8?

(A) sneakers
(B) pair socks
(C) tax
(D) shipping

176. What kind of Store is Cindy’s?

(A) A music store
(B) A department store
(C) A sports store
(D) A drugs store

Questions 177-179 refer to the following letter

305 Dandy Avenue

Nogales, Mexico
Clothes by mail Catalogue
18 Bay Street
Springfield, Wisconsin 67032

To whom it may concern” I am returning a pair of pants, item number 7042, because they did not fit. I
would like my credit card, which was used for the original purchase, to be credited with the amount of
the sale. I have enclosed the sales slip and credit receipt. Thank you for your attention.
Sincerely,

Marilyn Gonzalez
177. What is the purpose of the letter?

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 (A) To get a catalogue
(B) To check on some pants
(C) To return a purchase
(D) To order some clothes

178. How was the original purchase made?

(A) By credit card
(B) By check
(C) In cash
(D) As a gift

179. What does she request that the company do?

(A) Deliver the pants
(B) Refund her money
(C) Exchange the pants
(D) Credit her credit card

Questions 180-183 refer to the following article

Medical research has shown that mothers are right when they tell children to eat their vegetables. Fruits
and vegetables have been shown contain beneficial compounds that may encourage body to stay
healthy. Experts think that some of these compounds may even help fight off diseases such as cancer.
They recommend that people consume a minimum of five servings of fruits and vegetables each day. Of
course, for maximum benefit this should be combined with an overall reduction of dietary fat (including
meats and cheeses) and a regular program of physical activity.

180. Which food group does the article recommend?

(A) Meat and eggs
(B) Fruits and vegetables
(C) Cheese and fish
(D) Breads and cereal

181. What else do experts say about the compounds in these foods?
(A) They have vitamins
(B) They contain fat
(C) They may fight disease
(D) They have calories

182. How many servings of fruits and vegetables should people eat?
(A) Two per day
(B) Five per day
(C) Five per week
(D) Ten per week

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183. What else should people do to stay healthy?
(A) Cut down on fat
(B) See the doctor
(C) Eat meat
(D) Drink water

Question 184-187 refer to the following advertisement.

If you plan your visit in October, don’t miss the Karemen Festival On Sunddae Beach. The festival offers a
variety of activities for all age groups and interests. Children will enjoy swimming and playing around on
the beach. Adults will enjoy surfing, sunbathing, and joining some fun competition held on beach and in
the sea as well. Other attractions include a celebration of the city’s anniversary by watching the fire
works the whole nights in October. The festival is held the whole month on Sunddae Beach, fifteen
kilometers outside of the city on Avenue 74, Eastbank. Space is available for you to park your car at the
festival at no extra charge. The admission fee of $8 for adults and $2 for children is donated to the
National Education Fund.

184. What does this notice describe?

(A) A lecture
(B) A parade
(C) A school
(D) A festival

185. What activity is available for children?

(A) Singing
(B) Listening to poem recitation
(C) Swimming
(D) Watching new children movies

186. How does the advertisement assume that people get to the location of the festival?
(A) Walk
(B) Fly
(C) Take the subway
(D) Drive a car

187. What happens to the admissions fee?

(A) It is used to rent the festival’s location
(B) It pays the performers
(C) It is donated to charity
(D) It pays for supplies

Question 188-191 refer to the following instructions.

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 To order by mail

Complete the form below and mail it to:

Electronic Star Equipment, Inc.
1210 Dents Avenue
Hanoi, HA 15178

Don’t forget to enclose a check or money order with your order. Credit cards are not accepted
when you order by mail. You will receive your order in 3 weeks.

First Name :

Last Name :

Company/Organization :

Address :

Telephone :

E-mail :

To order by phone :

188. What way are the fastest one to get the order?
(A) By making a telephone call
(B) By visiting the online websites
(C) By ordering either by phone or online
(D) By sending mails

189. How should a person order if the payment is using a credit card?
(A) By sending mail
(B) Either by making a phone call or visit the web online
(C) By making a call only

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 (D) Online only

190. When is the possible time to order by phone?

(A) Anytime
(B) Monday through Friday only
(C) On the weekend
(D) In the evening

191. Which of the following is NOT needed for phone orders?

(A) A catalogue number
(B) A page number
(C) A credit card
(D) An e-mail address

Questions 192-195 refer to the following announcement

The Organization of Responsible Executives was founded five years ago to provide support and
assistance for member executives who are looking for better ways to solve their problems. ORE
concentrates on finding solutions that are environmentally and socially responsible. “If you need
suggestions on non-polluting alternatives to chemicals, or want to know the props and cons of setting
up a day care center for your working parent, then we are the group to call,” says director David
Anderson. “If we don’t have the information on hand, we’ll find it for you.” It is this kind of
responsiveness that has made ORE the fastest-growing business organization to come along in years. It
provides a one-source solution for executives who are trying to help the community without hurting the
world.

192. Who belongs to ORE?

(A) Secretaries
(B) Executives
(C) Parents
(D) Researchers

193. What is the purpose of ORE?

(A) To provide responsible solutions
(B) To introduces executives to each other
(C) To make lots of money
(D) To arrange mergers

194. How long has ORE been operating?

(A) For one year
(B) For two year
(C) For four year
(D) For five year

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195. What shows that ORE is successful?
(A) It has large offices
(B) It has high profits
(C) It has grown fast
(D) It has a good director

Questions 196-198 refer to the following news item.

News Flash News Flash News Flash

Devastating floods along the coast have left many people homeless. People are asked to help by
donating food, clothes, furniture, and other supplies to the Assistance Fund. Donations of bottled water
are especially needed to travel to the flooded area to help distribute the donations.

196. What does this notice concern?

(A) Hazardous roads
(B) Safety precautions
(C) Help for flood victims
(D) Warning about weather

197. What kind of supplies are NOT mentioned?

(A) Medical supplies
(B) Food
(C) Clothing
(D) Furniture

198. In addition to supplies, what is needed?

(A) Teachers
(B) New bridges
(C) Places to stay
(D) Volunteers

Questions 199-200 refer to the following news item.

An international company urgently needs IT manager with over 5 years experience working in IT
field. Must be able to use word processing, database programs, and also programming programs. The
candidate must be familiar with networking system, and also have good interpersonal skills. The duties
include management of the company’s updated website, all branches networking, and making the

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designing new programs. Good salary, health insurance, paid vacation, and excellent fringe benefits.
Please contact Mr. Robinson, Human Resources Manager, between 11 – 3.

199. What kind of job is advertised?

(A) Secretary
(B) Lawyer
(C) IT Manager
(D) Reporter

200. How can a prospective candidate apply for the job?

(A) Send the application letter and the CV
(B) Email the company
(C) Make a phone call
(D) Join the computer training in the company

Stop! This is the end of the test. If you finish before the time is called, you may go back to Parts V,VI and
VII and check your work.

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