Đề thi thử toeic part 567

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. When Pendley Insurance sales
associates visit prospective customers, they
must brochures with them.
(A) pass
(B) take
(C) get
(D) pick

102. A memo will be distributed
regarding new benefits packages.
(A) short
(B) shorter
(C) shorten
(D) shortly

103. It is Lawton Appliances’ shipping policy

fragile items after they are
packaged with bubble
wrap.
(A) send
(B) will send
(C) is sent
(D) to send

104. Haskford Office Supplies has enjoyed a
15 percent increase profits in the first half
of the year.
(A) off
(B) with
(C) in
(D) on

105. The recruiters unanimously agreed that
Ms. Inada was the most person for the
position of sales director.
(A) qualify
(B) qualified
(C) qualification
(D) qualifications

106. Our on-site fitness center staff helps
employees lose weight through
exercise and dietary restrictions.
(A) wealthily
(B) vibrantly
(C) safely

(D) thinly

107. So as to avoid late fees, make sure to
remit your loan payment on the first of
each month.
(A) promptly
(B) prompted
(C) prompting
(D) prompt

108. Mr. Conte would like to display either the
black the gray suit in front of the shop
during the annual sale.
(A) and
(B) or
(C) yet
(D) for







109. Aida Motors carries a large of
vehicles including compact cars, convertibles,
and trucks.
(A) select
(B) selective
(C) selection

(D) selected

110. Due to its number of visitors,
Khastell is considered one of the most popular
attractions in the area.
(A) growing
(B) terminated
(C) unknown
(D) expensive

111. The risk review committee is in charge of
the new safety protocols.
(A) implemented
(B) implement
(C) implementation
(D) implementing

112. Admission to Huber Park will be
complimentary every Monday from 9:00 A.M.
to 1:00 P.M. the summer.
(A) down
(B) throughout
(C) with
(D) between

113. Summit Biomedical has been ranked as
one of the leading national pharmaceutical
firms for the five years.
(A) past
(B) sooner

(C) upcoming
(D) below

114. Mr. Saez will be promoted to the position
of sales director after completes the MBA
program at Wharton Business School.
(A) him
(B) his
(C) he
(D) himself





115. Chef Mae Whitley and her investors have
agreed a plan to start a Japanese
restaurant in Upton.
(A) upon
(B) through
(C) for
(D) in

116. As assistant manager, you are
responsible for all accounts with Antas Industry
in case the executive manager is away.
(A) person
(B) personally
(C) personal
(D) personality

117. The of experts from TM Purcell
Investing is scheduled to offer guidelines on
several ways to increase assets.
(A) terminal
(B) title
(C) panel
(D) merit

118. Only recently have analysts at First
Choice Mutual that the merger of Kigali
Metal Works and HDMI Electronics would
improve their productivity.
(A) to recognize
(B) recognizing
(C) recognition
(D) recognized


119. Mr. Nishad will be to the human
resources division from the accounting division
in August.
(A) locating
(B) sending
(C) transferring
(D) calculating

120. Larchmont is the perfect place to open
your new retail store, will benefit from
relatively low taxes.

(A) who
(B) which
(C) they
(D) what



121. Division heads must be to
summarize their quarterly sales targets at next
month’s board meeting.
(A) opposite
(B) additional
(C) categorized
(D) prepared

122. The new medicine recently released by
Trescan Pharmaceutical is classified as safe
for consumer
(A) use
(B) using
(C) to be used
(D) usable

123. Snacks and beverages are available
people who participate in the
International Conference on Sports Education.
(A) for
(B) under
(C) with
(D) as

124. Even though Florello Construction
Company’s senior designer sent two proposals
for the shopping mall on Flagstone Street,
was accepted.
(A) every
(B) nobody
(C) all
(D) neither

125. Through aggressive media publicity
, Bryson's Hardware attracted a lot of new
customers.
(A) licenses
(B) effects
(C) campaigns
(D) intentions
126. The confidential documents can be
accessed by staff members with the
appropriate security clearance.
(A) whether
(B) closely
(C) outer
(D) only

127. The recently planted flowers the
appearance of the commercial district, and
public response to them was very positive.
(A) have transformed
(B) transformative

(C) to transform
(D) were transforming

128. Students will be eligible to move into the
dormitory after signing the agreements
available in the administrative office.
(A) presently
(B) habitually
(C) immediately
(D) primarily

129. Tiger Autos has designed the new
KM501 car with beyond those of any
model already released by rival firms.
(A) capable
(B) capability
(C) capabilities
(D) capably

130. Clarkson-Wilkes Corporation makes the
alligator handbags of any manufacturer.
(A) finely
(B) finest
(C) finer
(D) fine

131. At Tuesday’s conference, Phillip
Lassister listened to suggestions for
improving employee productivity
(A) several
(B) another
(C) frequently
(D) ultimately

132. Don Randal has given his for the
new computer software to be installed within
the company.
(A) consent
(B) consents
(C) consented
(D) consentingly

133. Mr. Chan's outstanding to the
Forester Company for the last 15 years will be
stressed in addresses at his retirement
celebration later this week.

(A) contributions
(B) supplements
(C) skills
(D) capabilities

134. The Diamond Building, which
Fukuda Advertising has resided for the past
ten years, requires plenty of refurbishments.
(A) in
(B) from
(C) beyond
(D) over

135. ST Media offered subscription renewals
to all its subscribers, but have not yet
agreed to extend them.
(A) little
(B) most
(C) each
(D) everybody

136. Large companies Fujikawa
Industries held annual job fairs in Glade
Township during the same period.
(A) in fact
(B) such as
(C) nonetheless
(D) in the event of

137. In the downtown area of Jacksonville,

new recycling trash bins were near the
curb of each street.
(A) settled
(B) placed
(C) washed
(D) designed

138. Given his stage presence and , Mr.
O’Malley was nominated as the best presenter
at the Global Presentation Convention in
March.
(A) appliance
(B) allowance
(C) eloquence
(D) distance

139. If your grant proposal is accepted, you
a official letter of notification no later than
July 8.
(A) to send
(B) to be sent
(C) will be sent
(D) having sent

140. Since the Summit Institute includes
instructors teaching various languages at one
location, students have access to
solutions for all their language learning needs.
(A) unappreciative
(B) comprehensive

(C) challenging
(D) purposeful












Part 6
Directions: Read the texts that follow. A word or phrase is missing in some of the sentences.
Four answer choices are given below each of the sentences. Select the best answer to
complete the text. Then mark the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your answer sheet.



Questions 141-143 refer to the following e-mail.

Date: March 24
To: Thomas Nguyen <>
From: Customer Service <customerservice@boyernbooks>
Subject: Boyern Books

Hello Mr. Nguyen:

Thank you for your business. We appreciate your Please keep in mind that your
141. (A) return
(B) brochure
(C) purchase
(D) finance

order number is 4910. All of your products directly from our warehouse in
142. (A) to ship
(B) will be shipped
(C) shipped
(D) shipping

Oakland, California, within two or three business days. You can obtain tracking information
online at www.boyernbooks.com/order4910.php as soon as the products depart from our
warehouse.

As a token of our appreciation for your loyalty, we want to you a 15 percent
143. (A) offer
(B) substitute
(C) recommend
(D) earn

discount on every purchase which is made by September 23. When giving an order, just type
the code XPE2099 in the indicated box.

Again thank you for doing business with Boyern Books.

Best Regards,
Customer Service
Boyern Books

Questions 144-146 refer to the following advertisement.

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into your desirable living space!

Dreamhouse.com is an extensive Web site committed to offering clients a cost-effective and
easy means to their homes. Hundreds of informative tips,
144. (A) decorate
(B) buy
(C) promote
(D) locate

interior design ideas, and useful articles are available on our Web site. We provide
comprehensive resources for you to make your house as beautiful as possible.
145. (A) necessitating
(B) necessarily
(C) necessity
(D) necessary

We will form your customized team of interior design experts at your doorway! We will assist
you in finding the most furniture arrangements, selecting the best color
146. (A) prior
(B) fascinated
(C) appealing
(D) single

combinations, and transforming all rooms into those of the home of your dreams!

Want to get started right now? Visit www.Dreamhouse.com today!





Questions 147-149 refer to the following notice.

ATTENTION PERSONNEL!
A presentation on effective management skills has been added to our ongoing lecture series.
This by Abert Cone, founder and CEO of Bernsen Financial Services.
147. (A) is to be given
(B) was given
(C) gives
(D) would have given

Having established a reputation for her success in making Bernsen Financial Services from
the very inception into what it is today, Ms. Cone is about to share several of her insights into
managerial skills. , she will address how her business evaluates
148. (A) Instead
(B) However
(C) On the other hand
(D) Specifically

employees' performance and provide them with constructive feedback.

Her presentation is scheduled for September 24 at 10 A.M. in the Dillon Conference Room
on the third floor. Because of the popularity of the event, please hurry

149. (A) anticipating
(B) anticipation
(C) has anticipated
(D) anticipated

to sign up for a seat. .





















Questions 150-152 refer to the following article.

Across Town

The 15th Annual Celebration of The London Music Conservatory concluded last Sunday,
and was regarded as an immense success by Clark Madding, the festival’s executive
producer. Almost every live performance was
150. (A) called off
(B) sold out
(C) put off
(D) made up

Famous musicians, including Utopia, Deerfield Jazz Ensemble and an East European band
attracted approximately 6,000 participants for four days. The extravaganza generated a
considerable of revenue for the regional tourism industry.
151. (A) amount
(B) estimation
(C) number
(D) transaction

A spokesperson for Tourism Authority of London that helped with the overall planning,
that five percent of the revenues will be used to organize upcoming events.
152. (A) will report
(B) were reported
(C) reporting
(D) reported

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



























Questions 153-154 refer to the following voucher.

We hope you had an enjoyable time
eating your dishes at



~ Making the best steaks in Carlton City since 1976
~
On your next visit,
use this voucher to receive a 30% discount
on your next meal.

This offer cannot be combined with other discounts.
Offer is limited to one coupon per table.

170 Denver Street, Carlton, OR
Right next to the Constellation Inn.

Make a reservation by calling 886-0900 or visit
www.morninggrill.com

153. When would customers get this voucher?
(A) After answering an online survey
(B) While buying cooking equipment
(C) During a hotel stay
(D) After eating in a restaurant

154. What is mentioned about the voucher?
(A) It cannot be used along with other
vouchers.
(B) It can only be used in one restaurant

location.
(C) It can be redeemed only by club members.
(D) It cannot be used with cash payment.





The Morning Grill

Questions 155-157 refer to the following announcement.

Schwartzman’s
will close at 4 pm on Thursday, May 12 in order for our store and employees to prepare
for our weekend event.

Friday-Sunday, May 13-15
9 A.M. to 11 P.M.
Come to our biggest sale of the year, and shop until you drop!

40% off selected shoes and clothing
30% off selected electronics and furniture

Schwartzman’s
Department Store
880 Fleming Street

Regular store hours: 10 A.M. to 9 P.M. every day
www.schwartzman.com

155. What is the announcement about?
(A) Employment opportunities
(B) An online shopping promotion
(C) An upcoming store sale
(D) The grand re-opening of a store

156. What will happen on May 12?
(A) A new shipment of merchandise will be
available.
(B) There will be shorter business hours.
(C) Popular brands will be on special discount.
(D) Interviews will be held for prospective
applicants.
157. What is NOT included in the
announcement?
(A) The rate of price reductions
(B) The store’s operating hours
(C) The business’ Internet address
(D) The store’s return policy

Questions 158-159 refer to the following notice.

Branch Brook Park Library

Card No: KLP40922
December 12

Dear Mr. Wesley,

The items you reserved on December 2
nd
, Bringing Belle by Thomas Alden and The Clock Says
Now by Carol Deville, are now both ready for you to pick up. We will keep both books on hold
for you until December 19. We can’t keep the books on hold for more than one week since both
items are from another Newark City library.

Present your library card at the front desk in order to receive both books. The return date will be
determined once you check out both books. Note that the overdue fine for books has recently
been increased to 60 cents per day.

Michelle Thurston,
Librarian
Branch Brook Park Library



158. What is indicated about Mr. Wesley?
(A) He is waiting for books to become
available.

(B) He recently checked out two books from
the library.
(C) He needs to replace lost library card.
(D) He is applying for a position in a public
library.
159. What should Mr. Wesley do before
December 19?
(A) Submit his application for a card
(B) Replace a library item he lost
(C) Finish reading two books he borrowed
(D) Drop by the library front desk






Questions 160-162 refer to the following letter.

Air Vista Travel Services
33, Dylan Street
Knoxville, Tennessee
(856) 569-0000
Feb 12
Sheila Stevens
132 Bilson Street
Knoxville, Tennessee

Dear Ms. Stevens,

As a frequent online customer at Air Vista Travel Services, we would like to invite you to our
grand re-opening on Saturday, February 20 at our new location in Dylan Street, right across from the
Hopgood Mall. Please come and enjoy refreshments and see our new tours and cruises for this
summer. Make this a summer you’ll never forget by visiting the Greek Isles or travel down south in
our South American tour. Tours and cruise packages are now on sale so don’t miss out. Our friendly
staff will be on hand to answer all of your questions and plan your perfect vacation.
Attendees at our grand opening can register to win in our annual raffle. This year’s grand
prize is a one week trip for two, all expenses included, to beautiful Italy. Our other prizes include free
hotel stays around the world and Mandels gift certificates, which readers of the Daily Traveler voted
as the Best Brand of Travel Luggage.
We look forward to seeing you this Saturday.

Kevin Brooks,
Manager

160. Why was the letter sent?
(A) To announce changes on a Web site
(B) To verify the schedule for a cruise
(C) To request attendance to an event
(D) To seek applicants for a position

161. What is stated about Air Vista Travel Services?
(A) It has a branch in Italy.
(B) It organizes tours to America.
(C) It offers subscription to the Daily Traveler.
(D) It has a contest twice a year.
162. What is Mandels?
(A) A brand of luggage
(B) A store location
(C) A hotel chain

(D) A travel company




Questions 163-164 refer to the following article.

March 16 – Amateur photogra
pher Ms. Jenna Carrell’s work has been
chosen by the National Photography Review
as one of the winners in their National
Amateur Photography Contest. Ms. Carrell
will receive a cash prize, a plaque, and a new
M-70 DSLR camera.

Ms. Carrell works as an accountant here at

Stevens Billings College and has been
practicing photography in her spare time for
over fifteen years. Despite years of interest,
this is the first time she’s entered a
competition. Her series of photographs
entitled “Grain Elevators” will be featured in
the May issue of the National Photography
Review when it covers the Minnesota art
scene. In the meantime, her works can be
seen in the lobby of the Fletcher Building in a
public exhibit next month.

163. Where would the article most likely be
found?
(A) In the National Photography Review
(B) In a company memo
(C) In a national newspaper
(D) In a school newsletter

164. When will Ms. Carrell’s photographs be
exhibited?
(A) In March
(B) In May
(C) In April
(D) In July











Questions 165-167 refer to the following letter.
Carmel Financial Group
750 Albany Street, Lincoln, NB

October 12

Mr. Joseph Lancaster
455 Turner Ave.
Lincoln, NB

Dear Mr. Lancaster,

Thank you for choosing the Carmel Financial Group for your banking needs.

We have processed your application after receiving the signed agreement. We have set up your
account and we ask that you review your account information on our Web site at
www.carmelfinance.com. You need to input your activation code to start your online account. Your
activation code is ST889GHB4. Go to Profile and set up your account name and password once you
activate your account.

We have included our brochure with this letter to help you learn more about the programs we have
for our Carmel Financial Group customers. If you need assistance, please call our help desk anytime.

Sincerely,

Carly Loyola
Branch Manager,
Carmel Financial Group, Lincoln

165. Why did Ms. Loyola send the letter?
(A) To assist in an account application
(B) To provide instructions in using account
information
(C) To discuss new services available
(D) To answer questions regarding an account

166. What does the branch manager ask Mr.
Lancaster to do?
(A) Call the help desk to confirm her account
(B) Change her current security password
(C) Send a signed contract to the company
(D) Go to a Web site
167. What is attached with the letter?
(A) A contract agreement
(B) A job application form
(C) A catalogue of customer transactions
(D) A pamphlet containing additional information







Questions 168-171 refer to the following letter.
Belling and Turner Homes
660 Westdale Drive
Dryden, Ontario LST AV5
August 12
Dear home buyers,
We at Belling and Turner Homes would like to thank you for your interest in Aurora
Valley Community. Please come on Saturday, August 20, from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm to learn
more about Aurora Valley living. We will have refreshments as well as entertainment for
children.
This would be a great opportunity for prospective home buyers to tour our wonderful
two to four bedroom properties, all with modern kitchen and dining areas. Our community

representatives will be on hand to discuss customized options for paint colors, bathroom
features and storage facilities. We are proud to be one of the province’s leaders in building
energy-efficient homes and our leading architect will be there to discuss how our homes can
save you money.
We also invite you to see our recreational facilities including the playground, the
botanical garden, tennis and basketball courts, and the clubhouse which has indoor and
outdoor swimming pools.
We are conveniently located near Kenora Square, which has an extensive shopping
area, restaurants, and cafes. There are also several schools and hospitals just outside the
housing community.
If you have any questions, please feel free to call our sales center at 277-6592
between 10:00 am and 4:00 pm, Mondays to Saturdays, or see our website at
www.auroravalley.com.

Yours Truly,
George Marcus
President, Belling and Turner Homes

168. At what time will the event start?
(A) 9:00 am
(B) 11:00 am
(C) 10:00 am
(D) 4:00 pm

169. What is indicated about the event?
(A) It will take place in the clubhouse.
(B) There will be activities specifically designed
for children.
(C) Home buyers can participate in sports
activities.

(D) Home buyers can try the swimming pools.
170. What type of business does George
Marcus operate?
(A) A food manufacturing business
(B) A travel and tourism company
(C) A sports and recreation business
(D) A residential property builder

171. What is stated about Aurora Valley?
(A) It is convenient to shops.
(B) It has several restaurants and cafes.
(C) It is located in Kenora Square.
(D) It has a school inside the community.


Questions 172-176 refer to the following article.

Milton Park
More Expansion Announced

Toronto, October 20 – The Milton
Park Mall has announced continued
development in the future. It will add four
new stores to its selection of retail outlets and
restaurants: Video World, The Sports House,
Mendell’s Flowers, and The Italian Bakery.
At the heart of downtown, these new
stores will be located on the new block to be
constructed on the east side of the mall,
which is designed to accommodate the

growing number of shoppers which more
than tripled in the last five years. PR manager
Jay Simons says that the owners are pleased
with the mall’s increasing popularity
throughout the city over the years. “We
knew that building the store downtown would
be a great business decision. We just didn’t
predict it would be thriving at this scale.” said
Simons. Last January, the company doubled
its parking space for the mall and had to
demolish the aging Fortune Suites building to
accommodate the expansion. The removal of
the historic property required a special
municipal vote and was met with public
outcry.







The store annex will be completed in
eight months and two of its tenants, Video
World and The Sports House, already have
locations in the mall. Both stores will need
the extra space to house an expanded
selection of goods. The Sports House has also
announced it will include a gym after its
expansion project. The Italian Bakery will be

one of the two specialty bakery and coffee
shops in the mall along with the Cake
Experience on the third floor of the main
building.
172. What does the article mention about
The Milton Park Mall?
(A) It is a historic building.
(B) Its number of visitors has steadily
increased.
(C) Its location will change in the future.
(D) Its number of stores has tripled.

173. The word "thriving" in paragraph 2, line
13, is closest in meaning to
(A) bearing
(B) planting
(C) small
(D) successful

174. What took place in January?
(A) The mall was closed for construction.
(B) Parts of the mall were renovated.
(C) A neighboring property was removed.
(D) The municipal council visited the store.
175. Which product can be purchased in at
least two locations in The Milton Park Mall?
(A) Baked goods
(B) Sportswear
(C) Music and video products
(D) Plants and flowers

176. Why most likely is Video World
undergoing expansion work?
(A) To upgrade their building
(B) To include a new gym
(C) To carry more merchandise
(D) To allow more parking space

















Questions 177-180 refer to the following e-mail.
To: <undisclosed recipients>
From: Michael Thompson <>
Date: April 11
Subject: Continuing Education
Attachment: Application_Form.doc

I would like to inform everyone that registration for spring courses at the Purdell Community
College is now open and that the college offers several courses that could help employees
improve their skills for working here in McDowell Technologies. Employees interested in learning
more about their courses should refer to the school’s spring course catalogue on their Web site.
The site highlights courses pertinent to skills necessary in different departments and gives course
descriptions, requirements, and a list of study materials.

To promote enrollment, McDowell Technologies is offering financial assistance to
employees who have worked with the company for at least one year. The company’s educational
assistance program will cover the cost of tuition fees and course books. For more information
regarding the educational assistance program, please send an e-mail to Darlene Stevens at


Please fill out the attached application form and have it approved by your supervisor before
registering for a class to qualify for reimbursement. Requests for courses already in progress will
not be approved.
Michael Thompson

177. Why should employees enroll in
classes?
(A) To prepare for alternative careers.
(B) To develop their professional skills
(C) To support community programs
(D) To improve their chance for a promotion

178. How can employees learn which course
books to purchase?
(A) By calling Michael Thompson
(B) By buying the course catalog
(C) By going to the school Web site
(D) By submitting an application form



179. What is stated about the company’s
assistance program?
(A) Part-time employees do not qualify for
assistance.
(B) It applies to all courses offered in the college.
(C) It is not applicable to classes which have
already begun.
(D) Only tuition fees are covered by the program.

180. Who probably is Michael Thompson?
(A) A company training administrator
(B) A college professor
(C) A technology developer
(D) A community official

Questions 181-185 refer to the following letters.
__________________________________ ___
February 25 Aiken
Imports
Ms. Rosalyn Conway
Sydenham Park Square
Jenkinsville, MN 50589

Dear Ms. Conway:
Aiken Imports is pleased to provide you with an offer of employment for marketing director. You'll
start work on Wednesday, March 3. As we talked on the telephone, you will be in service under the guidance
of the vice president, whom you saw last week. Also, you will act as a member of the Executive Board.

Attached is a contract that describes your job responsibilities, yearly earnings, and benefits such as
paid leave, health insurance, and pension. Please review it and telephone or e-mail me if you have any
concerns or inquiries.

We are thrilled with the expertise and skill which you will bring from your extensive experience to

our firm. We are eagerly awaiting your arrival.

Sincerely,
Julia Aiken
Julia Aiken, Chief Executive Officer
Aiken Imports
______________

February 27

Ms. Julia Aiken
884 Albert Street
Buffalo, NY 14201

Dear Ms. Aiken:

I am very happy to accept your job offer. I had a fruitful conversation with Kavi Ghosh and
anticipate working under her direct supervision.

I have looked over the contract and mostly agree to the terms and conditions. However, I
am worried about my first working day. A month before I applied for the opening of marketing
director advertised by Aiken Imports, I had asked a moving company to move my possessions and
home appliances into my new house in Chicago. The relocation is scheduled to occur on my
beginning day indicated in your letter. Therefore, I'd appreciate it if you could allow me to start
work on March 4 instead. Please inform me whether it is acceptable or not.

Thank you for your consideration.

Sincerely,
Rosalyn Conway

Rosalyn Conway




181. What is NOT stated as being included
in the contract?
(A) Annual salary
(B) Retirement plan
(C) Company overview
(D) Obligations

182. In the first letter, the word "act" in
paragraph 2, line 2, is closest in meaning to
(A) promote
(B) offer
(C) serve
(D) hold

183. What is the purpose of the second
letter?
(A) To apply for an opening
(B) To welcome a job
(C) To request assistance with moving
expenses
(D) To thank Ms. Aiken for the telephone
conversation

184. What is Kavi Ghosh's position at Aiken
Imports?
(A) Chief Executive Officer
(B) Director of Personnel
(C) Vice president
(D) Marketing director

185. Why is Ms. Conway incapable of
beginning work on March 3?
(A) She will not be available because of
moving.
(B) She will be attending an orientation
session.
(C) Her office is being remodeled.
(D) It is a national holiday.

Questions 186-190 refer to the following article and e-mail.

Varley’s Electronics
Launches New Computer
By Nathanial Chang

Charleston, January 6―The latest laptop
computer to be introduced by
Charleston-based Varley’s Electronics is
certain to be very popular in the electronics
world. The STM-4's small size, along with
its light weight and larger storage capacity
combines both portability and practicality.
The new machine's high resolution and
user-friendliness make it particularly
attractive for graphic design applications; its
phenomenal processing speed will appeal to
all computer users. The STM-4 will be sold
with the most up-to-date design software
program, which will make full use of the
STM-4's enhanced graphic capacity.

In a recent interview, Hannah Leung of
Varley’s Electronics expressed herself as
"delighted" by the positive approval rating
the STM-4 has been receiving. She also
noted that the STM-4's competitive price

would "appeal to anyone who wanted to buy
it". The STM-4 will be released on the
market at the beginning of February.


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To: Adele Greene
From: Angela Thomas
Date: January 23
Subject: New Computers

Adele,

In order to update our computer machinery here at Huatulco Corporation, we require 20 new
PC's before the end of the year. In accordance with our assessment and in line with our budget, I
have given the go-ahead for that purchase. I want to recommend that we look at buying
Varley’ s Electronics latest model, the STM-4. Nathanial Chang's recent article on the STM-4 in
the Computer News magazine is most interesting and one you might want to review.

As you are aware, our graphic design team has been using old models purchased from Star
Innovations years ago. The STM-4 would give our designers more power, and more memory at a
minimal cost to the company, to say nothing of the increased morale it would also provide.

Would you give my suggestion concerning the STM-4 some serious thought and get back to me?
I'm in Hong Kong for meetings next week, so if we could get together before I leave, we could
discuss this question in more depth. If you agree, I would like to order the STM-4 from Varley’ s
Electronics as soon as it becomes available in stores.

Regards,
Angela

186. What is NOT described as a feature of
the STM-4?
(A) It is simple to use.
(B) It is fast.
(C) It comes with the latest graphic software.
(D) Its sizes are various.

187. What can be suggested about the
STM-4?
(A) It has been advertised on TV.
(B) It was developed by Huatulco Corporation.
(C) It is not yet available for customers.
(D) It is being offered at a discount price until
February.

188. Why was the e-mail sent?
(A) To offer to acquire a product
(B) To recommend subscribing to a magazine
(C) To authorize the sale of old technology
(D) To inquire about the cost of new
technology

189. What does Angela Thomas suggest?
(A) Varley’ s Electronics is developing new
software for the STM-4.
(B) Huatulco Corporation's graphic designers
need new computers.
(C) Adele Greene will visit Hong Kong.
(D) The price of the STM-4 is out of most
people's price range.

190. When will Angela contact Varley’s
Electronics?
(A) In January
(B) In February
(C) In March
(D) In April

Questions 191-195 refer to the following article and sales chart.

Free Versions of Software Programs Increase Revenues
By: Susan Dibble

Offering free trial programs has been a
useful way for companies to advertise new
merchandise for a decade. Software
manufacturers place trial versions of their
products on Web sites such as
Freeshare.com that authorize potential
buyers to download and test the new
software at no charge for a limited time,
after which the program fails to operate. At

that point, the client is given the opportunity
of buying the full version. This approach to
marketing software has been particularly
effective for smaller businesses.

Brotini Electronics, reputed for its video
games, has increased its sales considerably
by launching trial versions of its new
merchandise. Its fast success is the envy of
larger corporations whose similar releases
have not translated themselves into cash
cows. Brotini Electronics' latest two games
which were posted on Freeshare just two
months ago have already gone onto the Top
10 best-seller list of Video Inventors
Magazine. The company has recently
produced a new video game which has not
yet been made available on Freeshare but
which has nevertheless already been added
to the Top 10 list in the ninth place. The
new game's steady sales since its recent
launch have marketing people think sales
would have been even higher, had a trial
version been launched.

Top 10 Best-selling Computer Games
February 5: Software Times Monthly
GAME WEEKS ON CHART MANUFACTURER
1. Jungle Fighters 2 Getaway Games
2. Gamble 5 Maple Software
3. Spiderman 1 Wanna Play
4. Puzzle Games 8 Brotini Electronics
5. Winning 4 Apple Programmers
6. HUI 4 Eastern Systems Ltd.
7. Temptation 3 Brotini Electronics

8. Combat 9 Innovation Software Inc.
9. Aliens’ Wars 1 Brotini Electronics
10. Destiny 2 The Dream Realizers
Note:

Brotini Electronics announced early this week that it has bought full rights
to the award-winning film Glory of Rome. A video game based on the film will be
released at the end of March