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APRIL - NEW TOEIC Part 5 / 6 / 7

Part 5 + Part 6: finish within 23 minutes

101. Raymond and Howell proposed job cuts
following a two-year decline in sales ______.
(a) figures
(b) actions
(c) employers
(d) information

102. In the past three years, our marketing manager
______ to Europe, Australia, Brazil and Thailand.
(a) had gone
(b) has been
(c) gone
(d) went

103. ______ moving to a northern climate, be sure to
properly winterize your automobile.
(a) gives
(b) given
(c) giving
(d) is giving

104. An increase in a nation's rate of savings
ultimately ______ to lower interest rates for business
and consumer loans.
(a) lead

(b) leads
(c) leader
(d) leading

105. We need to get ______ paperwork from him
before the end of the fiscal year.
(a) him
(b) himself
(c) he
(d) his
106. Any information ______ about the revised
holiday work schedule can be obtained from Ms.
Zeldenrust in Human Resources.
(a) volunteered
(b) needed
(c) donated
(d) called

107. Ever since the drivers' strike started, citywide
buses have been ______ running thirty minutes to
one hour late.
(a) finally
(b) constantly
(c) concurrently
(d) very

108. More than 6.55 million workers are ______ in
the manufacturing industry, according to
government data.
(a) employed

(b) employer
(c) employing
(d) employment

109. Fair Oaks Transit trains were back on schedule
Monday after a mudslide disrupted last Friday
morning's ______.
(a) section
(b) commute
(c) tracking
(d) beginning

110. Sam's Steakhouse is ______ better than famous
national chains with larger advertising budgets.
(a) argue
(b) arguing
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(c) argument
(d) arguably

111. _____ Daily Dogs targets its advertising
campaign to pet owners, it could be headed for
Chapter 11 bankruptcy.
(a) Until
(b) Unless
(c) Whereas
(d) Except

112. Mocha Monkeys Coffee ______ very quickly

because of its cheap prices and unique drinks.
(a) expands
(b) are expanding
(c) is expanding
(d) to expand

113. Notice: The meeting ______ for today has been
postponed until Thursday at 4 P.M.
(a) scheduled
(b) happening
(c) important
(d) open

114. The new computer chips will ______ be
delayed because the hurricane on the East Coast has
disrupted air traffic.
(a) probability
(b) probably
(c) probable
(d) probe

115. We would like to thank the Elog Foundation for
its generous ______ to our charity fundraiser.
(a) donor
(b) donate
(c) donated
(d) donation

116. After carefully ______ the bid packages from
each vendor, we have decided to award the contract

to Thomas Cullen.
(a) considered
(b) considering
(c) considerate
(d) consideration

117. Economists predict a ______ in housing prices
due to the recent reduction in unemployment.
(a) development
(b) growth
(c) rise
(d) lift

118. Changes in American eating ______ over the
last twenty years are blamed for a variety of health
problems.
(a) meals
(b) habits
(c) dishes
(d) restaurants

119. The Holden Complex ______ has vacancies
despite its high rent, inconvenient location and large
annual maintenance fee.
(a) unusually
(b) rarely
(c) frequently
(d) assuredly

120. Be informed that this medication is for

temporary relief of symptoms, and is not intended
______ your annual immunization shot.
(a) replaced
(b) replace
(c) to replace
(d) replacing

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121. The Healthcare community was shocked
______ Ricardo Peter's resignation after only one
year as president of Healthcorps.
(a) in
(b) up
(c) of
(d) by

122. Alanis bought renter's insurance to ______ her
personal belongings while living in an apartment.
(a) protect
(b) protector
(c) protection
(d) protective

123. The personnel department requires that all
______ be interviewed at least three times before a
hiring decision is made.
(a) applications
(b) applicants
(c) appliances

(d) applicator

124. During office remodeling there will be ______
interruptions to ADSL, copier and fax machine
service.
(a) usual
(b) often
(c) frequent
(d) little

125. Kindly ______ your colleagues to tip the
waitress at least 15 percent.
(a) remind
(b) remember
(c) order
(d) command

126. It is probably safe to say that of all the board
members, Mr. Cain has the most ______.
(a) result
(b) effect
(c) influence
(d) conclusion

127. Sales of new homes this month are down 2%
from last month, ______ 6% from a year ago.
(a) too
(b) and
(c) as well
(d) along with

128. Since Dawson Creek Fashion was late getting
its new styles on the market, there was not ______
opportunity to meet pre-Christmas sales projections.
(a) many
(b) little
(c) much
(d) big

129. The CEO of Star Records announced plans for
aggressive expansion, saying the company will
purchase ______ new properties in the next two
years.
(a) many
(b) little
(c) much
(d) any

130. Human resources workers serve a vital ______
in screening qualified candidates for the company's
managerial positions.
(a) play
(b) function
(c) skill
(d) piece

131. In a 20-minute address to computer science
students, the CEO of Electro-lite discussed the
availability of technology jobs in today's job ______.
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(a) market
(b) maximum
(c) document
(d) department

132. The meteorologist on Channel 2 said that he
was ______ certain that the cold front will result in
snow tomorrow.
(a) reasoning
(b) reason
(c) reasonable
(d) reasonably

133. Ms. Benihana is knowledgeable in several
disciplines, but especially biomedical engineering is
her area of ______.
(a) expert
(b) expertise
(c) experts
(d) expertness

134. The chairperson of Walter Bros. announced that
this year's annual bonuses will be ______ to
company employees on Friday.
(a) awarded
(b) transacted
(c) published
(d) discarded

135. All international orders are ______ via Global
Express Mail within five to ten business days.
(a) spent
(b) enrolled
(c) collected
(d) delivered

136. Most shareholders still fail ______ both the
immediate impacts and future implications of
corporate mergers and takeover bids.
(a) understood
(b) understanding
(c) to understand
(d) have understood

137. ______ all forms of advertising, research shows
that direct mail reaches the greatest number of
people at the lowest cost.
(a) Through
(b) In
(c) Between
(d) Of

138. In order to compete for a shrinking pool of
qualified programmers, companies that are ______
conservative are now offering flextime and work-
from-home options.
(a) sometimes
(b) always
(c) infrequently

(d) otherwise

139. The sales representative suggested an initial
meeting to discuss the proposal as soon as the beta
product is ready, ______ that might be.
(a) no matter
(b) which
(c) whenever
(d) what

140. Mr. Carter got ______ in trouble by failing to
acknowledge his secretary's birthday.
(a) he
(b) himself
(c) him
(d) his

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Questions 141-143 refer to the following letter.
Memory Map Game

by Riven Learning Co.

Description
For 1-6 players, 5-11 years old

Children can ______ their observation and memorization skills with this puzzle that features a colorful
picture map of a city.
141. (a) cause
(b) study
(c) practice
(d) manufacture
To begin the game, children must place the 125 picture cards faced down. Each player then draws a
picture card, turns it over, and waits for their turn to ______ the picture card to the map.
142. (a) add
(b) addition
(c) additive
(d) additionally
______ a player cannot find where their picture card goes on the map, they must pick up another picture
card.
143. (a) If
(b) So
(c) And
(d) Because
The first player to get rid of all their picture cards wins the game.
Price $21.99

Questions 144-146 refer to the following letter.
Dear Arcish Furniture,

I recently purchased a leather sofa from your outlet. The sales representative, Maureen, ______ me to
purchase the 10-year warranty. I was told that if my furniture was accidentally damaged, even by a pet,
the store would repair it at no cost to me.
144. (a) persuasion
(b) persuasive

(c) persuading
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(d) persuaded

Last week, my cat scratched the sofa, leaving three deep marks in the leather. The marks are clearly
visible from a distance. I was surprised to learn from the manager that the 10-year ______ does not cover
damage done by household pets when I was informed otherwise.
145. (a) stock
(b) service
(c) warranty
(d) insurance
I have reviewed the fine print on the contract, and I can see that pet damage is not covered. However, this
is not what Maureen told me when I bought the sofa. I feel I was ______ about the terms of the warranty.
I accept responsibility for not reading the full contract, but I trusted that I was being given all the facts.
146. (a) misrepresented
(b) misspelled
(c) misled
(d) mistaken
I would like Arcish Furniture to fix my couch. I await your response.
Sincerely,

Marcel Boule

Questions 147-149 refer to the following letter.
Tampa Daily News
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Available in Print and Online

The Tampa Daily News has two versions of its printed newspaper available online.
One version ______ the printed edition, including the editorial and news pages.
147. (a) is the same
(b) has the same
(c) is the same as
(d) as has the same
This is available at .

The other ______ is a special online edition that includes additional sports, lifestyle, and real estate pages.
148. (a) version
(b) section
(c) article
(d) reporter
The electronic edition ______ has a complete classified section as well as up-to-date movie listings.
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149.
(a) too

(b) and
(c) plus
(d) also
The electronic edition is available at Subscriptions to the
printed version of the newspaper are available at

Questions 150-152 refer to the following letter.
NOTICE TO ALL EMPLOYEES

The following changes will be effective as of Monday.

First of all, the dress code is changing slightly. You may still wear the ______ black pants and skirts as
before along with the company shirt.
150. (a) pair
(b) same
(c) kind
(d) both
However, employees are no longer allowed to wear shoes with heels higher than two inches.

Secondly, we are implementing a new marketing promotion. From now on, when customers come
through your register lineup, you should ______ ask them if they would like to provide an e-mail address.
151. (a) always
(b) seldom
(c) never
(d) rarely
This will register them to receive notification of upcoming specials.

Finally, ______ we are switching to a new coupon-based system, we will be discontinuing the use of
customer reward cards. Reassure customers that they can redeem points until the end of the year. Explain
to customers that the coupon system will provide greater savings.
152. (a) although
(b) unless
(c) so
(d) because
If a customer has any further questions, please refer him or her to the manager on duty.

Thank you for your hard work in recent weeks.
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Sincerely,

Greg.

Part 7 : finish within 22 minutes

What's an Apprentice?

As everyone knows, opportunities in the skilled trades are set to explode in the next five to ten years.

Many skilled trades train workers through apprenticeships - new workers spend up to 80% of their days
learning on the job, and only 20% in the classroom. This is accomplished through being paired with an
expert in the trade who will guide the apprentice through their learning process.

Many countries have developed special ””pre-apprenticeship”” secondary school programs. If you are in
high school, by participating in these programs you can learn job skills and earn credits towards your
apprenticeship before you even graduate. Apprenticeships range from auto mechanics to cabinetmaking,
construction, and pastry making

153. What is an apprentice according to this
article?
(a) Anyone who spends 20% of his or her time
inside a classroom
(b) An expert in a skilled trade who spends 80%
of his or her time on the job
(c) Any high school student who is learning job
skills
(d) A new worker matched with an expert to
learn a skilled trade

154. How can high school students earn credits
towards their apprenticeships?
(a) By making matches with an expert in a
skilled trade
(b) By taking part in a pre-apprenticeship
program
(c) By interviewing auto mechanics or pastry
makers
(d) By spending only 20% of their time in class

From: Mary Unger []

To: Tina Barkley []
Subject: Presentation
Sent: May 4, 10:20:07 A.M.

Dear Tina,

I wanted to get back to you about the presentation on Thursday. As of now, 23 people have responded. I
expect a few more people to show up at the last minute.
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We're still planning on holding the lecture in room 240B. I'll make sure we have at least 30 chairs set up. I
was also planning to make photocopies of my presentation slides in case anyone would like a copy.

Sincerely,

Mary Unger

Outreach Director
Payton Daniels Corporation

155. What does Tina Barkley find out regarding
the presentation?
(a) Her presentation will be videotaped.
(b) A colleague will not be able to attend.
(c) Her presentation is the first one scheduled.
(d) Twenty-three people have said they will
attend.

156. What does Mary Unger say she will do?
(a) Set up the equipment by herself
(b) Arrive 30 minutes early on Thursday
(c) Make copies of her presentation materials
(d) E-mail the presentation schedule later that
day.

Item Number 21169

Versatile Sports Coat

Made from lightweight wool, this versatile coat can be dressed up with a dress shirt and pair of slacks, or
dressed down with a t-shirt and jeans. It is impeccably tailored with a perfect drape. Small shoulder pads,
full polyester lining, and inside pocket, make this a durable and great looking coat. Other details include:
two-button front, lined chest pocket, and reinforced hip pockets. Dry clean only.

Available in espresso, pine, and midnight

Price: $179, now on sale for $139!

Available in S, M, L, XL

157. Which feature does the Versatile Sports
Coat have?
(a) Wrist cuffs
(b) A lined collar
(c) Reinforced seams
(d) An inside pockete.

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158. Which color is the Versatile Sports Coat
NOT available in?
(a) Pine
(b) Desert
(c) Espresso
(d) Midnight

159. How much does the Versatile Sports Coat
now cost?
(a) $114
(b) $139
(c) $179
(d) $211.

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The Savvy Shopping experience
It begins with a private consultation in your home. Your shopper will look at your current wardrobe, talk
to you about the work you do, and take your precise measurements. Once they begin shopping, Savvy
Shoppers sends digital photos and price lists for items. You select what you want, and the items are
delivered to your door with a free $20 tailoring coupon attached.

160. Who is this advertisement likely targeting?
(a) Busy business men
(b) Stay-at-home parents
(c) Working professional women

(d) Chief Executive Officers

161. What experience does the Savvy Shoppers
NOT have?
(a) Managing in the retail sector
(b) Clothing design
(c) Hair styling
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(d) Consulting in the beauty sector.

162. What does Savvy Shoppers send to clients
when shopping?
(a) Prices and photographs of clothing items
(b) Precise measurements and digital photos
(c) Gift certificates for tailoring services
(d) Information about the work they do

163. How do clients get their clothes from the
Savvy Shoppers?
(a) They set up a consultation appointment.
(b) They pick up the clothes from the office.
(c) They receive them at their own home.
(d) They meet their shopper at the store

The Bridgeport Revitalization Committee (BRC)

13 Robin Way

Bridgeport, MA 02126

Kevin Taylor
203 8th Avenue
Bridgeport, MA 02133

Dear Mr. Taylor,

I am excited to announce to our members that we have received a $750,000 grant from the Roger Coopers
Foundation for our City Renovation Project.

The City Renovation Project focuses on the downtown area of Bridgeport, between First Avenue and
Lincoln Way. We will begin by redesigning Baten Park and the pedestrian walkways to create a more
inviting space for shoppers and workers on their lunch breaks.

This grant is the largest we have ever received, and we are excited about the work it will allow us to
accomplish.

We look forward to improving the quality of life in our city through great design!

Denise LeBaron

164. What can be inferred about Mr. Taylor?
(a) He is a member of the BRC.
(b) He works for Denise LeBaron.
(c) He lives between First Avenue and Lincoln
Way.
(d) He is on the board of the Roger Coopers
Foundation.
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165. What will the BRC use the grant money to
do?
(a) Build a museum
(b) Redesign a park
(c) Expand the highway network
(d) Create worker training programs

166. What is true about the grant?
(a) It is for more than $1 million.
(b) It is an extension of an existing grant.
(c) It is awarded by the Bridgeport Revitalization
Committee.
(d) It is the largest the BRC has ever received.

Re
port: Kilmer Health Care Center in Top 10%

According to a report that was recently published in Consumer Quarterly, the Kilmer Health Care Center
at University Village is ranked in the top 10 percent of all nursing homes in Ohio.

The Kilmer Health Care Center opened four years ago with 48 private rooms. Thirty-six of the rooms are
for assisted living, and twelve are for constant care. The Kilmer Health Care Center offers residents an
array of services from housekeeping and meal delivery, to transportation and medical services.

Consumer Quarterly looked at three main factors to come up with the nursing home rankings. The first
was how the facility ranked in their state inspections. The second was the ratio of the number of care

givers, (including nurses and nurse's aides), to the number of residents. Finally, they looked at the
services the facility offers and compared those to the current and future needs of the residents who live
there.

Consumer Quarterly hopes the report encourages those facilities ranked in the lower 10% to review and
improve their operations.

167. How many rooms in Kilmer Health Care
Center are intended for assisted living?
(a) 12
(b) 36
(c) 48
(d) 66.

168. What is learned about Kilmer Health Care
Center?
(a) It is near a hospital.
(b) It opened four years ago.
(c) It is run with state funds.
(d) It has a highly-trained staff

169. What was NOT included in the ranking
factors?
(a) The services offered
(b) The state inspection numbers
(c) The distance to nearby hospitals
(d) The ratio of caregivers to residents.

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170. What does Consumer Quarterly hope the
report will do?
(a) Increase state funding for all facilities
(b) Encourage low-ranking facilities to improve
(c) Increase awareness of the facilities that exist
(d) Encourage more nurses to apply for jobs in
the facilities

November 26
th

ID: 733185

Dylan Brown
World Travel Inc.
8840 Mayfair Ave.
London, UK

Mr. Brown,

We were unfortunately unable to process your last monthly donation to SaveTheYouth because of an
authorization issue with your company's credit card. Please confirm your credit card number in the space
below and return this letter in the enclosed response envelope, or call us toll-free at 1-800-555-9090.

Confirmation of credit card information:

Card Number: _______________________________
Expiration Date: ______________/________________

We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for supporting SaveTheYouth. By donating, your
company is helping us pursue our vital mission of protecting children and young people the world over.
The youth are our future, but millions suffer from malnutrition and are lacking in medical care, education,
drinkable water and adequate public health while in the Western world we have an excess of material
items and an embarrassment of riches. With your monthly donation, you are helping and protecting the
lives of young people in over 150 countries.

We appreciate your company’s help. Together, we are working to create a better world.

With Regards,

Doreen Ensan
Program Director
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SaveTheYouth

171. What is Doreen's main purpose in writing
this letter?
(a) To note that Mr. Brown's last payment
couldn't be processed
(b) To re-confirm his credit card information for
safety
(c) To thank him for supporting SaveTheYouth
(d) To explain SaveTheYouth's mission

172. How should Mr. Brown give
SaveTheYouth his credit information?

(a) By fax
(b) By e-mail
(c) By returning the letter
(d) By calling his bank.

173. What are the children SaveTheYouth helps
NOT in need of?
(a) Improved cleanliness
(b) Food and water
(c) Medical insurance
(d) Doctors.

November 1st, 2006

STMP Capital
158 Rue du Chateau des Rentiers
Paris, FRA
75014

To: Melanie Marie Bourgeois and Jessica Lee Lariviere:

We wish to remind you that you are presently bound to a lease from December 1st 2005 to November
30th 2006

We are informing you that for the period of prolongation of your lease, from December 1st, 2006 to
November 30th 2007, our rent will be increased to $825 monthly. All other conditions of your lease will
remain the same.

You are hereby notified that you have one month following receipt of the present notice to respond.

Sincerely,

Sandro Milano
STMP Capital

174. When is the current lease over?
(a) November 1st, 2006
(b) November 1st, 2007
(c) December 1st, 2006
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(d) November 30th, 2006

175. What will happen if the lease is prolonged?
(a) Rent will increase monthly.
(b) Tenants will pay more per month.
(c) New rental restrictions will apply.
(d) Rent receipts will be required.

Lisa's Window Cl
eaning

3362 River Road
Cambridge, Ohio

Phone: (555) 782-9008
Fax: (555) 789-0939

E-mail:

BILL TO:
Claude Etheridge
Spark Network Systems
89 Industrial Park Way
Cambridge, Ohio

Statement #: 1019976
Date: January 23rd 2007
Customer ID: V-941-A8

Date of Sale: November 5th 2006
Invoice #: 2903
Description: Bi-weekly window cleaning of high-rise building
Amount: $1,500.00 (x 6 cleanings)
Payment: $0.00
Balance: $4,500.00

Reminder: Please include the Statement Number on your check.
Terms: Balance due in fourteen (14) days.

176. What is the purpose of this invoice?
(a) To remind Lisa's Window Cleaning of
money owed
(b) To confirm payment of $4,500 to Lisa's
Window Cleaning
(c) To bill Spark Network Systems for services
(d) To request payment for building construction.

177. What number should Claude Etheridge
include on his check?
(a) 1019976
(b) 2903
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(c) V-941-A8
(d) 01/23/07.

ATTENTION: ALL EMPLOYEES

As you may have heard, we are getting ready to implement a new computer system at the office. This
may worry some of you, but the system is actually designed to make our lives easier. It will eliminate
a lot of the repetitive paperwork that many of you dislike doing, and will give us a central system
where all of our information can be stored.
In order to make sure everyone is comfortable with the new system, we will be holding several
orientation sessions throughout next week. Please choose one that fits your schedule and sign up.
You will learn the basics, get a guidebook for the system, and have an opportunity to get comfortable
with the system by completing practice tasks with the help of the instructor.

The following sessions are available:

Tuesday, November 7th at 10:00 A.M.
Wednesday, November 8th at 11:00 A.M. and 3:00 P.M.
Friday November 10th at 9:30 A.M.

Please visit the bulletin board in the lunchroom and sign up for one. There will be snacks and

refreshments for participants served after each session.

178. What is the purpose of the training
sessions?
(a) To teach staff how to do repetitive work
more quickly
(b) To ensure the staff feels comfortable with the
system
(c) To introduce the basics of computer usage
(d) To get together for snacks and refreshments

179. What will participants in the orientation
sessions NOT do?
(a) Practice using the system
(b) Learn the basics of the system
(c) Take a written test
(d) Receive an instruction book.

180. What should an employee who has read the
notice do next?
(a) Send an e-mail indicating session preference
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(b) Show up for the Tuesday training session
(c) Call the office manager to discuss scheduling
(d) Go to the lunchroom and sign up for a
session.

NOTICE TO ALL EMPLOYEES: 14th ANNUAL CONFERENCE OF IT PROFESSIONALS

CVD Inc. will be sending one employee from the IT Department to this conference, which will take
place over a weekend in the spring at the Royal Embassy Hotel in Cambridge, Massachusetts. This
years' conference topic is ”Information Technology and Human Resources: Bridging the Gap”.
Interested employees should send an e-mail to Ashwin Jain at , stating why they
believe they should be sent on the conference and how they would use what they learned there to
better the company upon their return. If a suitable candidate is not found in the IT Department by
January 15th, employees from Human Resources (HR) with strong computer skills will be invited to
apply.

From:

To:
Subject: Conference

Ashwin,

I am writing to notify you of my interest in attending the 14th Annual Conference of IT
Professionals. As soon as I saw the posting yesterday afternoon, I knew that I wanted to apply.

While I realize that I have not been with CVD Inc. for as long as many others in my department, I
think my unique mix of skills and experience makes me the ideal person to attend. For the first half
of my professional career, I worked as a Human Resources Manager for a software development
firm. I am familiar with strategic management principles, HR policy administration, and
organizational change and development trends. I frequently facilitated workshops and training
sessions and am very comfortable presenting to a group.

When I decided five years ago to realize a dream and pursue an education in computer programming
(which had previously been just a hobby), I knew that I wanted to work for a great company like
CVD Inc. I love my job here but I do sometimes miss the human element of HR work. That's why I
think that attending this conference would be an ideal situation for both myself and the company.
Who better to absorb and circulate the information than someone who has had her feet in both
worlds?
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Thank you for considering me for this opportunity,

Louise Campineau
IT Department
CVD Inc.

181. What is the main purpose of the
conference?
(a) Bringing human resources and technology
closer together
(b) How to apply for human resource jobs
(c) Examining how IT and HR affect bridge-
building
(d) Examining how HR should look at bridge
technology.

182. Who would be most likely to attend the
conference?
(a) An employee from the Royal Embassy Hotel
(b) A computer programmer from CVD Inc.

(c) A new member of an IT department
(d) An insurance policy administrator

183. What is Louise's experience with
workshops?
(a) She has attended many.
(b) She has run many.
(c) She has always wanted to attend one.
(d) She has difficulty participating in them.

184. What was Louise's dream?
(a) To work for an excellent company such as
CVD Inc.
(b) To discover a new hobby unrelated to
computers
(c) To go to school to study computer
programming
(d) To attend the 14th Annual Conference of IT
Professionals

185. What did Louise leave out of her response?
(a) Why she believed she should be sent on the
conference
(b) The name of her previous employers and the
school she attended
(c) How she would use the information she
learned at the conference
(d) Critical information related to bridge-
building technology

Looking for Author

I'm in the final proposal stages for a book aimed at female European athletes. I'm looking for an
experienced author who is also an athlete.

The book is being pitched to a major publisher with a string of successful sports-themed books. This is a
very interesting project, and I need to find someone who lives to write, is flexible, creative, energetic, and
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resides in the greater London area to be able to collaborate and have meetings.

I anticipate that the project will last for approximately three months. During this period, work will be very
intense and will likely require a very large time commitment. The primary duties would be writing,
researching, and fact-checking, but could be extended to other areas of the production process as the
project evolves.

Please reply to Josh Abrams, 20 Stroud Green Road, London N43EH with credentials and athletic
experience.

Josh Abrams
20 Stroud Green Road
London, England
N4 3EH

Mr. Abrams,

I think that I'm the person you're looking for on this project. Why? I am an amateur athlete, and I can
write in whatever tone, style, or voice is required.

I belong to several networking groups of female amateur athletes - a great source for contacts - and I am
very familiar with the unique challenges that women in the sports world face. I have also written
extensively on the topics of the Olympics and particularly, lacrosse and football. I am a rugby player and
track athlete.

After graduating from high school, I decided to pursue sports more actively. I spent two years playing
semi-professional women's soccer and rugby, and placing very well in track events and marathons. I
traveled extensively in Europe and became familiar with the rules and organizations there.

As a writer, I have published over 500 articles in national and community newspapers. My first
book, ”Running for the Finish Line,” was a Canadian best-seller. I have edited three anthologies and
contributed to several other books and magazines. I’m also a meticulous copy editor.

”Energetic” and ”creative” don't begin to describe me - if you decide that I'm right for your project, you'll
see what I mean.

Regards,

Hayley Weeks
8905 Kitsilano Court
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Vancouver, B.C.

Canada
V68 3A9.

186. Why is Mr. Abrams looking for an author?
(a) He has written a book and needs it to be
edited.

(b) He has proposed a book and needs it to be
written.
(c) He wants media coverage for his book.
(d) He wants a second opinion on his book.

187. What type of work will this project consist
of?
(a) Three months of hard work
(b) A year with minimal time commitments
(c) A year with an intense work schedule
(d) Under three months of occasional work

188. Why does Hayley think she is ideal for the
project?

(a) She is an amateur female athlete.
(b) She has traveled extensively in Europe.
(c) She has written many articles and books.
(d) She is an able writer and a female athlete.

189. Why does Hayley mention her
membership in athletic networking groups?
(a) To show that she knows people to talk to
about the book
(b) To prove that she loves sports
(c) To show how energetic and creative she is
(d) To identify who she will sell the book to.

190. Why won't Hayley be selected for this job?

(a) She copies other writers.
(b) She doesn't have references.
(c) She is a female.
(d) She resides in Canada.

The Top Five longest
-
running outdoor theatrical productions

Production Name Opening Date Location

1. Abigail 1928 Landsdale, CA
2. The New Dream 1934 Los Angeles, CA
3. Born to Shine 1947 Saratoga, NY
4. Now until Forever 1951 Peterson, KY 5. Vern in the Hills 1956 Bradley, MO

”Vern in the Hills” 50th Anniversary Celebration, Bradley, MO

”Vern in the Hills” is celebrating its 50th year in production. A light-hearted production staged by the
City Theater in Bradley, MO, ”Vern in the Hills” has been performed at the Thompson Outdoor Theater
each summer since it first opened on May 28, 1956. Few theaters in such small cities are able to sustain a
production over a course of so many years.

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”Somehow we've become a classic, and part of the fabric of the community,” says artistic director David
Frey, ”Going to ”Vern in the Hills” on a summer evening is just part of life here.” Mr. Frey is only the
third director the production has seen in its fifty-year history. A fact that, Mr. Frey says contributes to the
play's success.

”Vern in the Hills” does seem to be part of the fabric of the community. We loved the production. We
observed several families with three generations having picnics and watching the play. It was clear that
most people had seen it before. If you ever have the chance to see ”Vern in the Hills,” you will quickly
understand how it became a classic.

191. Where is “The New Dream” playing?
(a) Peterson, KY
(b) Saratoga, NY
(c) Landsdale, CA
(d) LosAngeles, CA

192. Which production opened for the first time
in 1947?
(a) Abigail
(b) The New Dream
(c) Born to Shine
(d) Now until Forever

193. What is learned about “Vern in the Hills”?
(a) It is based on a novel.
(b) It is shown year-round.
(c) It has been in production for 50 years.
(d) It has sold more tickets than any other show.

194. What is learned about David Frey?
(a) He wrote “Vern in the Hills.”
(b) He is the director of “Vern in the Hills.”
(c) He plays the lead role in “Vern in the Hills.”
(d) He has seen every performance of “Vern in

the Hills.”

195. In the article, the word “course” in
paragraph 1, line 4, is closest in meaning to:
(a) class
(b) period
(c) program
(d) direction.

J
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b Opening

Position: Library Clerk
Location: District Library

We are looking for an experienced library clerk to perform various duties as assigned by the head
librarian, including but not limited to processing of library materials and assisting with circulation duties.
The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of experience (co-op work placements counted), can demonstrate
superior customer-service skills, and is familiar with various library shelving systems. Relevant
educational background is an asset.

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K
ey Competencies:

Knowledge of library practices, policies and procedures

Computer skills: Word processing, Internet usage, computerized filing
Effective communication with public and co-workers required

Please apply online at www.yourdistrictlibrary.com. No letters or phone calls please. Only candidates
selected for an interview will be contacted.

ONLINE JOB APPLICATION FORM

Name: David Klein
Address: 280 Wellington Street
Phone: (555) 738-8876

EXPERIENCE:

Winter 2003-Present:
Shelving Technician, County Library
Experienced with all systems related to shelving: Dewey Decimal, shelving by genre, format, etc.
Dedicated to ensuring that library patrons find what they need and leave the library happy

Summer 2002, 2003:
Programming Assistant, City Reading Club
Responsible for planning and implementing various summer reading programs for children
Role included delivering story-times and liaising with parents

Fall 2002-Fall 2003:
Product Demonstrator, In-Store Demonstrations Inc.
Highly independent position, responsible for setting up display and giving out in-store samples
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Made detailed reports of customer re
actions and monitored stock levels.

EDUCATION:

2006: McGraw University
Student in joint History/Library Sciences program
Awarded an entrance scholarship

2004: Maple County High School
Honor roll student
Editor of school newspaper.

196. Who would be in charge of the person hired
for this job?
(a) The shelving technician
(b) The customer service representative
(c) The head librarian
(d) The co-op administrator.

197. What is required for this position?
(a) Math skills
(b) Social skills
(c) Computer programming
(d) A library science course

198. How does David's experience with
“Dewey Decimal” relate to the job posting?

(a) It demonstrates his superior customer service.
(b) It shows his understanding of the Internet.
(c) It demonstrates his ability to hand out in-
store samples.
(d) It proves his familiarity with library shelving
systems.

199. How is David's education an asset to his
application?
(a) It relates to working in a library.
(b) It shows that he is a good reader.
(c) It demonstrates his independence.
(d) It proves his editing skills

200. What did David do in the summer of 2003?
(a) He applied for job position # 1009-36.
(b) He worked at more than one job.
(c) He finished high school.
(d) He took a summer reading program

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ANSWER