Toeic Reading practice18 key

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 directions for each part.
YOU WILL HAVE ONE HOUR AND FIFTEEN MINUTES
TO COMPLETE PARTS 5, 6, AND 7 OF THE TEST
PART 5: Incomplete Sentence
Directions: You will see a sentence with a missing word. Four possible answers follow the
sentence. Choose the best answer to the question and fill in the corresponding oval on your
answer sheet.
1. The meeting with Mr. Kim _______ until Tuesday, November 15th, at 2:00 p.m.
A. postponed
B. had postponed
C. has postponed
D. has been postponed
2. The police are ________ investigating allegations of insider trading.
A. current
B. recently
C. currently
D. present
3. _______ most of his co-workers, Chris prefers to arrive early for work rather than stay late.
A. Among
B. Except
C. Unlike
D. Following
4. Cornell SDX has _______ $50 billion in assets, making it the largest investment fund in the
market.
A. caused
B. borrowed
C. prevented
D. accumulated
5. Returns will not be accepted ______ a receipt and the item must be in its original package.

A. without
B. apart from
C. in terms of
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D. not including
6. Everybody _______ has a company-issued cellular phone should e-mail their name and phone
number to Cassandra Miller by 5 P.M. tomorrow.
A. who
B. whom
C. which
D. where
7. _________ the recent renovations to their kitchen, the value of the Spencer household
remained the same.
A. Due to
B. Even if
C. Despite
D. Although
8. Monthly observations are _______ as part of the employee evaluation process.
A. educated
B. equipped
C. installed
D. implemented
9. When we _______ the world's economic development on a timeline we can see periods in
which certain business sectors experienced an economic boom.
A. examine
B. examines
C. examining
D. examination

10. 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
11. Communicating with color is a proven way to improve the response you get from print
materials _____ direct-mail and meeting handouts.
A. as to
B. as for
C. such as
D. to such
12. ______ all forms of advertising, research shows that direct mail reaches the greatest number
of people at the lowest cost.
A. Through
B. In
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C. Between
D. Of
13. His purpose might be either to get a raise or __________ a promotion.
A. to request
B. requesting
C. requested
D. requests
14. 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
15. After loading the worksheet, review it to make sure the correct _____ has been loaded into
the input cells.
A. data
B. addition
C. computer
D. software
16. Due to the usual cool summer this year, we’ve seen the _______ sales of air conditioners in
a decade.
A. lowest
B. fewest
C. bad
D. terrible
17. Heat-related problems are more likely to occur among workers who have not been given
time _____ to working in the heat.
A. adjusted
B. to adjust
C. adjustment
D. are adjusting
18. The _______ retail price for the shoe polish is $3.99, roughly 25 percent lower than other
shoe polishes currently on the market.
A. suggest
B. suggested
C. suggesting
D. suggestion
19. We ______finish this work soon because the deadline is approaching.
A. have
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B. had to
C. have to
D. will have
20. Come meet some of the best minds in technology: our _______ create more products than
any other software company.
A. developing
B. developers
C. developments
D. developed
21. We are interested in becoming the North American _______ for your products, and would to
like to arrange a meeting to discuss this in detail.
A. represent
B. represents
C. to represent
D. representative
22. The legal case I’m working on this month is much ________ interesting than the one I
worked on last month.
A. the most
B. more
C. the more
D. most
23. For traveler’s convenience, a ticketing agent is _________ in the main terminal 24 hours a
day, 7 days per week.
A. eligible
B. considerable
C. available
D. probable
24. When payday ________, all employees will receive their checks in the mail .
A. arrived

B. arrives
C. arriving
D. will arrive
25. The store clerk notified security after _______ the shoplifter putting several pieces of
merchandise into her purse.
A. revealing
B. observing
C. alerting
D. appealing
26. Marion Smith of Merston Enterprise has asked me to make this presentation here today, on
_______ behalf.
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A.
B.
C.
D.

theirs
my
her
hers

27. Future Bank will start offering special incentives to employees who _________ hybrid cars
starting September 1.
A. purchase
B. purchases
C. purchased
D. purchasing

28. Thursday’s __________ of Tim Reynolds as CEO ends Seybol Inc.’s seven-month search for
a top executive.
A. appointed
B. to appoint
C. appointing
D. appointment
29. We need to get ______ paperwork from him before the end of the fiscal year.
A. him
B. himself
C. he
D. his
30. Bottom Line Consulting sends agents to corporations that need to train employees to use
time more________.
A. efficient
B. efficiently
C. efficiency
D. efficiencies
31. If the computer is not installed and used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions,
it may cause _____ with radio and television reception.
A. appliance
B. equipment
C. reception
D. interference
32. Fortunately, changing the members of the committee halfway through the project has had no
noticeable _____ on the price of shares.
A. point
B. affection
C. affect
D. effect
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33. Sandra is incredibly _______ in everything she does. She was given an award for her quick
work last year.
A. efficient
B. effortless
C. affluent
D. affective
34. German trade representatives continue to pressure East Asian governments to reduce
_______ on auto imports.
A. tariffs
B. finances
C. cartels
D. rebates
35. Dr. Chin, _______ book I just showed you, works across the hall from me.
A. whose
B. whom
C. which
D. who
36. Labor leaders complain that even though the cost of living has nearly doubled in the past
decade, workers’ ______ have only increased by 14%.
A. wages
B. investments
C. employees
D. positions
37. _______ all of the newly-hired employees was unhappy with the organization of the
orientation schedule.
A. Most
B. Mostly
C. Almost

D. Every
38. Recent developments in laser technology _________ many medical procedures.
A. changing
B. was changed
C. changed
D. have changed
39. I don’t mind staying late every now and again, _____ don’t expect me to be here every evening.
A. and
B. therefore
C. but
D. so
40. I don’t want to instruct the movers to put all of the boxes in the largest room _______ the
first floor.
A. on
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B. in
C. to
D. for

Part 6: Text Completion
Directions: Read the texts on the following pages. You will find a word or phrase
missing in some of the sentences. Below each of the sentences, four answer
choices are given. Select the most appropriate answer to complete the text. Then
mark the letter (A), (B), (C) or (D) on your answer sheet.

Questions 41-43 refer to the following notice.
Public Notice: Landscaping Job
The city council has recently agreed to spend an estimated three million dollars __________ the

city park near the harbor.
41. A. has developed
B. will be developed
C. develop
D. to develop
Local landscaping contractors are encouraged to visit their city council website
(www.harborcit-cc.org) in regards to how to bid __________ work for the project.
42. A. about
B. in
C. at
D. on
All bids _________ submitted by August 13, 2010.
43. A. were
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B. must be
C. will be
D. have been
Harbor City, City Council

Questions 44-46 refer to the following advertisement.
Tampa Daily News - 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.
44. 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
45. A. version
B. section
C. article
D. reporter
estate pages. The electronic edition ______ has a complete classified section as well as up-todate movie listings.
46. A. too
B. and
C. plus
D. also
The electronic edition is available at Subscriptions
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to the printed version of the newspaper are available at />
Questions 47-49 refer to the following article.
Ms. Una Vali
Director of Community Relations
Technology System, Inc.
Littleton, NY 11708
Dear Ms. Vali,
The New York State Department of Commerce is pleased to inform you that your
organization’s grant application has been accepted. Technology Systems, Inc. has been
awarded $2 million to establish three technology instruction centers to provide computer
facilities and classes to communities in the state. The centers will __________ more than
20,000 residents.
47. A. conduct
B. serve
C. determine
D. house

As agreed, each center will have its own full-time __________, receiving money still to be
determined.
48. A. direct
B. director
C. detected
D direction
Congratulations on your __________ application.
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49. A. pending
B. successful
C. revised
D. conditional
Sincerely,
Robert Morales

Questions 50-52 refer to the following letter.

Great Computer Workshops for Your Employees!
Available through High Star Training, Inc.
Have you been wondering how to keep your staff current with new software and technology
advances? Do you want to provide the best available computer training for your employees
without _______ your budget?
50. A. exceeding
B. has exceeded
C. will exceed
D. to exceed
Then call High Star Training and find out more about our affordable, high-quality computer
workshops! Our current catalog of workshops ___________ offerings on word processing,

51. A. include
B. included
C. including
D. includes
database design and management, network administration, and accounting for small
businesses. We're confident that you'll find a workshop or two that is relevant to your
employees' needs and interests. If not, give us a call at 283-3627 and ask about our
customized training programs! We'll be happy to design a __________ training program for
your company.
52. A. compulsory
B. constructed
C. comprehensive
D. committed

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PART 7: Reading comprehension
Directions: In this part of the test, you will read a selection of texts, such as magazine and
newspaper, articles, letters, and advertisements. Each text is followed by several questions.
Choose the correct answer to each question and mark the letter (A), (B), (C) or (D) on your
answer sheet.
Questions 53-54 refer to the following card.

Welcome Ms. Martelli to the Star Plaza Hotel. We hope you
have a pleasant stay. Please present this card when enjoying
our restaurant, coffee shop and sporting facilities, and when
signing charges to your room account.
Check out Date: 10th December
Room No. 635 Desk Clerk: P. Angelo

53. When did the guest receive this card?
A. When making a room reservation.
B. When checking into the hotel.
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C. When ordering a meal at the restaurant.
D. When paying the bill.
54. Who issued this card to the guest?
A. P. Angelo
B. Ms. Martelli
C. The hotel manager
D. The restaurant cashier
Questions 55-56 refer to the following advertisement.
Casey's Florist
Hamilton's best florist and gift shop
Present this coupon to receive 50 percent off all bouquets
for our Tenth Anniversary Sale.
Coupon expires April 11
Casey's Florist is located on the corner of Farber and Rosen
Streets in downtown Hamilton.
Open seven days a week
10 A.M. to 6 P.M.
(744) 845-9003
55. What does the coupon offer to customers?
A. A discount on bouquets
B. A free gift with purchases
C. Free delivery of all flowers
D. Discounted merchandise for one week

56. What information about the shop is NOT included on the coupon?
A. The hours
B. The location
C. The Web address
D. The phone number
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Questions 57-59 refer to the following notice.
NOTICE
If you are unable to work because of an extended illness or injury that is not work-related,
you may be entitled to receive weekly benefits from your employer or the firm's
insurance company.
 To claim benefits, you must file a claim form within thirty days of the first day or
your disability.
 Before filing the claim, you must ask your doctor to fill in the "Doctor's
Statement" on the claim form, stating the period of disability.
57. To whom is this notice addressed?
A. Employers
B. Doctors
C. Employees
D. Government officials
58. When must the claim form be filed?
A. On the first day of the month
B. On the thirtieth of the month
C. On the first day of disability
D. Within 30 days of the start of disability
59. What must be done before the claim can be submitted?
A. The employee's company must be notified.
B. The form must be duplicated.

C. The Ministry of Social Welfare must be contacted.
D. The "Doctor's Statement" must be completed.
Questions 60-61 refer to the following advertisement.
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
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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
60. Which feature does the Versatile Sports Coat have?
A. Wrist cuffs
B. A lined collar
C. Reinforced seams
D. An inside pocket

61. How much does the Versatile Sports Coat now cost?
A. $114
B. $139
C. $179
D. $211
Questions 62-65 refer to the following article.
How Does PacAtta Signature Pursuit Help You?

PacAtta Signature Pursuit is a Wed-based service that provides improved tracking and
delivery information. These features can help streamline your billing tasks, improve
customer service, and control costs. PacAtta offers you.
 Proof of Delivery (POD) with signature image,
 Full delivery address, and
 Reference number information.
 Pactta saves you time and is easy to use because
 USP Signature Tracking is always available-24 hours a day, 7 days a week;
 Web access to POD is faster ane more efficient than phone, fax, or e-mail; and
 Prontable POD saves the user the $2 POD request fee.
62. What is Signature Pursuit?
A. A delivery service
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B. A tracking system
C. A billing program
D. A mailing system
63. The word streamline in paragraph 1, line 2, is closest in meaning to
A. complete
B. simplify
C. calculate
D. complicate
64. What information can you get from PacAtta?
A. The current location of a package
B. The sender’s address
C. Who signed for the package
D. An account number
65. What is NOT a benefit of using Signature Pursuit?

A. It simplifies billing procedures
B. It saves time and money
C. It makes customer service better
D. It increases the odds of successful delivery
Questions 66-69 refer to the following letter.
To: Celia Kelly
From: Andrew Matrers
Date: Saturday, March 21
Re: Arrival in Tokyo
I have been unexpectedly called to an emergency meeting in Seoul this
weekend, and thus will not be able to meet Mr. Robert Bayer at Narita Airport in
Tokyo tomorrow morning (Sunday, March 22) as planned. I’m sorry not to have
contacted you earlier about this, but the call came through just as I was about to
board my flight to Japan from New York.
I was fortunate enough to get a seat right away on a plane for Seoul, so
instead of being on my way to Tokyo right now, I am currently waiting in San
Francisco to embark on the final leg of my flight to Korea.
This whole thing was quite unforeseen, and I apologize for any inconvenience
it contact you again upon my arrival there. My business in Korea will be concluded
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by Monday afternoon, so I expect no difficulty in being present for the start of the
Tokyo planned, and will act as my agent until my arrival. I have asked her to contact
Mr. Bayer as soon as possible to explain the situation and then to meet with him on
my behalf according to our original schedule. I have no doubt Ms. Lang will handle
the situation professionally and diplomatically.
66. Who will be meeting in Tokyo on Sunday?
A. Alice Lang and Robert Bayern
B. Celia Kelly and Robert Bayern

C. Andrew Mathers and Alice Lang
D. Celia Kelly and Andrew Mathers
67. Who will be the last person informed of the change of plans?
A. Alice Lang
B. Celia Kelly
C. Robert Bayer
D. Andrew Mathers
68. Where will Andrew Mathers most likely be on Tuesday morning?
A. San Francisco
B. Tokyo
C. Seoul
D. New York
69. Due to which of the following reasons is Andrew Mathers changing his plans?
A. He decided to take a last minute vacation.
B. He has to attend an emergency meeting.
C. He didn’t want to meet Robert Bayer.
D. He thinks Alice Lang can do a better job.
Questions 70-74 refer to the following texts.
Good info on Motivation but...Attend the Seminar Instead
Before pulling out your credit card for a copy of this book, consider going to one of the
author’s seminars. He is a much more dynamic speaker than he is a writer and you’ll
save a lot of time and money. The book is 640 pages and costs $55 dollars. The
seminar is just an hour and only costs $20. The essential points of the book are covered
in the seminar and you won’t have to sift through a lot of boring details.

Revolutionary!
This is a very informative book based on research about what motivates us.
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The author compares motivation to different kinds of computer software. The first few
thousand years of the human race he calls Motivation 1.0, which was based on primary
needs - food, shelter, clothing and reproduction. Later we evolved into Motivation 2.0 which was a system of rewards and punishments.
But according to the author and other researchers, rewards and punishments are not
appropriate in the modern world. He argues that a new model is needed called
Motivation 3.0.
The book goes into great detail about how Motivation 3.0 can transform schools,
business, and even parenting. There are loads of examples of real-life case studies
where his ideas have been implemented successfully.

70. What is the purpose of these two texts?
A. To sell a product
B. To report research
C. To request a refund
D. To view a product
71. What's the difference between the two texts?
A. They are talking about different books.
B. They are talking about the same books.
C. The first is positive, the second is negative.
D. The first is negative, the second is positive.
72. The 2nd text describes a book about ______.
A. Motivation
B. Computer software
C. Rewards and punishments
D. History
73. What is Motivation 3.0?
A. A new computer software
B. A new way of getting people to work
C. The title of the book.
D. A system of rewards and punishments

Questions 74-77 refer to the following information.
Pristine Air
Tips for traveling with children

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Here are some things you can bring on your trip that are sure to keep children occupied
and relaxed during a long flight.
* Paper with colored pencils or crayons
This allows parents and children to do activities together, or for children to do something
independently. With blank paper and colored pencils or crayons, children can write, draw,
or make their own games. For more excitement, pack small figures to use as board-game
pieces in your carry-on luggage and let children design their own game boards.
* A deck of cards
Parents can teach children their favorite card game or show them card tricks. In return,
children can do the same for parents.
* Books
It is always a good idea to pack a book on a long trip. Children will especially enjoy
stories that take place in the country to which they are traveling. This will give them a
chance to preview the culture and history they will learn about on vacation.
* Gifts from Pristine Air
Once your international flight has taken off, a flight attendant will offer any children
traveling with us a picture map of the world and a souvenir passport with stickers that
children can affix once they have visited a country. There is also a children’s airline
magazine in the pouch in front of your seat.
74. According to the information, what is difficult for children?
A. Long car rides
B. International flights
C. Going shopping with parents

D. Waiting for doctor's appointments.
75. What are children encouraged to ma?
A. A schedule
B. A game board
C. A shopping list
D. A family portrait.
76. What is mentioned as a possible activity?
A. Taking a walk
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B. Singing songs
C. Playing cards
D. Watching a movie
77. What is NOT offered to children?
A. A map
B. Snacks
C. Stickers
D. A magazine
Questions 78-82 refer to the following letter.
Dear Ms. Kowalski,
I would like to introduce our newest math workbook series to you. As an elementary
educator who uses books from Eduvantage Publishing, I think you will find this
workbook series beneficial.
Math Basics is a workbook series aimed at elementary school students in second, third,
and fourth grade. The goal of the series is to reinforce the basic math concepts students
will learn from regular classroom lessons. The series contains three workbooks at three
different levels, all of which can be used as a supplement to regular classroom teaching
and will strengthen the math skills and strategies students already possess.
Each 250-page workbook in the series is divided into 10 topical chapters and provides

brief, easy to-follow instructions for completing math problems. Each workbook also
includes a wealth of practice exercises that students can use to sharpen their
understanding of the featured concept. Additionally, each workbook comes with a
teacher's guide and a complete answer key.
Workbook features include:
* Drills and practice exercises in basic math concepts
* Fun activities to reinforce key concepts
* A glossary of important math terms
* Colorful illustrations and diagrams to help demonstrate concepts

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Concepts taught throughout the series include:
* Addition and subtraction;
* Time and money;
* Measurement;
* Graphing and geometry;
* Place values, fractions, and decimals; and
* Multiplication and division.
Math Basics workbooks are currently priced at $7.99 each, with a significant discount for
bulk orders. For more details on the workbook series or to place an order, please contact
me at 554-7729.
Sincerely,
Lucile Duval
Sales Associate
Eduvantage Publishing
78. The phrase “aimed at” in paragraph 2, line 1 of the letter, is closest in meaning to
A. Hoped for
B. Focused on

C. Adjusted to
D. Designed for
79. How many workbooks are in the series?
A. Two
B. Three
C. Four
D. Five.
80. What does Ms. Duval indicate about the workbooks?
A. They are $10 each.
B. They are 200-pages each.
C. They each come with an answer key.
D. They each include a practice test.
81. What concept is NOT included in the workbook series?
A. Algebra
B. Geometry
C. Division
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D. Fractions
82. What special offer does Ms. Duval mention in the letter?
A. Coupons for teachers
B. Discounts for large orders
C. Complimentary sample workbooks
D. Free school supplies with an order

Questions 83-86 refer to the following advertisement.

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83. According to the advertisement, why are people’s heating bills so high?
A. The construction industry has artificially raised prices.
B. Energy costs keep rising.
C. People forget to turn off the heat when they go out.
D. Much of the heat disappears through the walls and roof.
84. Why is Foamsulate being advertised?
A. Until now, it was not available to the ordinary consumer.
B. It has been discounted.
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C. It has a new, improved formula.
D. It is easy to install.
85. How long does it take to insulate a room using Foamsulate?
A. Two days
B. An hour
C. Half an hour
D. Half a day
86. What special offer is currently available?
A. Free installation by an expert
B. A free gift with every purchase
C. Buy one, get one free
D. 47% off the regular price
Questions 87-91 refer to the following email and advertisement.
From: Emily Eastwood []
To: Arthur DeWitt []
Subject: Advertisement
Attachment: forkids.psd
Dear Mr. DeWitt,

Thank you for your help on Thursday. It was nice meeting you.
I'd like to submit my advertisement to run for two weeks from September 2-17. As you
said, the discounted price for non-profit organizations for a quarter page, two-week ad is
$353.80. Please send me an invoice so I can send you a check.
Attached is our advertisement in a Photoshop file format. Please let me know if you have
any problems with the ad. I would like to update it next week as the show approaches.
I'm looking forward to seeing our ad next Friday. If you are available on Sunday, Sept.
17, I'd like to invite you to our show.
Have a great week.
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Yours truly,
Emily Eastwood
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Children’s Fall Fashion Show*
Sunday, September 17 at 4 p.m.
City Galleria Lobby
Proceeds will benefit the Children’s Hospital
Sponsored by For the Kids
*If your child would like to volunteer as a model, please contact Emily at 498-2983 for
more information.
87. What can be NOT concluded from the e-mail?
A. Mr. DeWitt and Ms. Eastwood have met.
B. Mr. DeWitt works for the City Gazette.
C. Ms. Eastwood works for a non-profit organization.
D. Mr. DeWitt will design an advertisement for Ms. Eastwood.
88. How large will Ms. Eastwood’s advertisement be?
A. 1/8 page
B. 1/4 page
C. 1/2 page

D. A full page.
89. What will happen the following week?
A. Mr. DeWitt will send an invoice.
B. Ms. Eastwood will visit Mr. Dewitt.
C. Ms. Eastwood will change the advertisement.
D. Ms. Eastwood will approve the advertisement.
90. What is being advertised?
A. A fashion show
B. A model search
C. A casting call
D. A children’s play.
91. Where will the money be donated?
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A. To an orphanage
B. To For The Kids
C. To a children’s hospital
D. To the elementary school.
Questions 92-95 refer to the following memo.

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