LISTENING TEST

In the Listening test, you will be asked to demonstrate how well you understand spoken English. The
entire Listening test will last approximately 45 minutes. There are four parts, and directions are given for
each part. You must mark your answers on the separate answer sheet. Do not write your answers in the
test book.

Part 1

Directions: For each question in this part, you will hear four statements about a picture in your test book.
When you hear the statements, you must select the one statement that best describes what you see in
the picture. Then find the number of the question on your answer sheet and mark your answer. The
statements will not be printed in your test book and will be spoken only one time.

Example Sample Answer

Statement (C), “He is writing in a notebook”, is the best description of the picture, so you should select
answer (C) and mark it on your answer sheet.
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Part 2
Directions: You will hear a question or statement and three responses spoken in English. They will be
spoken only one time and will not be printed in your test book. Select the best response to the question or
statement and mark the letter (A), (B), or (C) on your answer sheet.

Example

You will hear: When did the shipment arrive?

You will also hear: (A) Yes, It's still alive.

(B) This morning.

(C) By ship.

The best response to the question "When did the shipment arrive?" is choice (B), "This morning." So (B)
is the correct answer. You should mark answer (B) on your answer sheet.
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12. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 27. Mark your answer on your answer sheet.

13. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 28. Mark your answer on your answer sheet.

14. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 29. Mark your answer on your answer sheet.

15. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 30. Mark your answer on your answer sheet.

16. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 31. Mark your answer on your answer sheet.

17. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 32. Mark your answer on your answer sheet.

18. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 33. Mark your answer on your answer sheet.

19. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 34. Mark your answer on your answer sheet.

20. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 35. Mark your answer on your answer sheet.

21. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 36. Mark your answer on your answer sheet.

22. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 37. Mark your answer on your answer sheet.

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24. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 39. Mark your answer on your answer sheet.

25. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 40. Mark your answer on your answer sheet.
Part 3
Directions: You will hear some conversations between two people. You will be asked to answer three
questions about what the speakers say in each conversation. Select the best response to each question
and mark the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your answer sheet. The conversations will be spoken only one
time and will not be printed in your test book.

41. Where are the speakers? 45. Why does the man suggest another option?
(A) In an office (A) Because there is no room open at 8 p.m.
(B) In a department store (B) Because no large room is available at 6p.m.
(C) In a restaurant (C) Because all smoking rooms are booked.
(D) In a bank (D) Because the man will get off work later than
usual

42. What does Jenny suggest?

(A) To continue to wait in line 46. What is suggested about the woman?

(B) To return later (A) She will make an opening speech at the

(C) To delay the presentation banquet.

(D) To talk to the boss (B) She will give the man a call tomorrow.
(C) She has lots of work to finish at work.

43. What will the speakers most likely do this (D) She leaves her office late every Monday.

afternoon?
(A) Work on the presentation 47. According to the man, what's the problem?

(B) Purchase a leather jacket (A) The warranty is expired.

(C) Shop for their family (B) The receipt is lost.

(D) Attend the conference together (C) The manufacturer has gone out of business.
(D) The computer is defective.

44. What is the purpose of the woman's call?

(A) To book a private dining room 48. When did the man buy the computer?

(B) To reserve a table tor 5 people (A) A month ago

(C) To ask the man to call her back (B) Six months ago

(D) To arrange accommodations (C) A year ago

(D) Two years ago
49. What does the woman recommend? 54. How did the man know about the concert?
(A) Renew the service contract (A) He attended it last year.
(B) Call the store manager event? (B) He read about it in the paper.
(C) Mail the computer to the producer. (C) He heard from his neighbor.
(D) Send an email to the manufacturer (D) He happened to see the TV commercial.

50. What is the rumor about? 55. What does the woman say about the event?
(A) The assembly line was shut down. (A) She will attend it this year.
(B) The union was formed. (B) Many people will be there.
(C) The company went bankrupt (C) It will be held in a gymnasium.
(D) The strike started. (D) Food stands will offer free samples.

51. Who called Lisa this morning? 56. What are the speakers mainly discussing?
(A) Eric (A) A vacation
(B) A warehouse manager (B) A meeting
(C) Ron (C) Market research
(D) A union leader. (D) A budget report

52. What does the man say about A&P 57. What is said about Rick's company?
corporation? (A) It will allocate a bigger travel budget
(A) It's a very important client. (B) It decided not to send anyone to the
(B) It carries office supplies. conference in Pittsburgh.
(C) It will release a new product in Vancouver. (C) It needs marketing experts with hands-on
(D) Its workers went on strike this morning experience
(D) It has experienced a decline in sales.

53. What did the man probably do recently?

(A) He looked around his new 58. What does the man want to do?

(B) He went to the outdoor music concert. (A) Attend the workshop next month

(C) He tried local foods. (B) Donate money to his company

(D) He moved into a new place. (C) Cancel the flight reservation
(D) Reserve a seat in business class
59. Where most likely are the speakers? 64. What will the woman probably do next?
(A) In a library (A) Contact Mr. Jennings
(B) In a bookstore (B) Complete the contract with GT Motors
(C) In a post office (C) Attend the business seminar
(D) In a warehouse (D) Talk about new business strategies with her
boss

60. Who is Mr. Johnson?

(A) An author 65. What are the speakers discussing?

(B) A librarian (A) The trip to Canada

(C) A bookstore clerk (B) Attending the marketing convention

(D) A delivery man (C) The goal of the trade show

(D) Meeting with customers

61. What should the woman do if she wants

express delivery? 66. When will the trade show be held?
(A) Talk to the store manager (A) On Monday
(B) Pay more money (B) On Wednesday
(C) Apply for a library card (C) On Friday
(D) Schedule an interview (D) On Saturday

62. Why did the woman most likely feel terrible? 67. How did the man know the Canadian
(A) The seminar turned out to be the biggest customers?
disappointment. (A) He met them at the conference.
(B) She could not attend a lecture from (B) He went to college in Canada.
Professor Brown. (C) He participated in the last negotiation with
(C) She spent tedious hours at the airport. them.
(D) The contract with Global Tech was (D) He worked with them in Norway.
terminated.

68. What are the speakers talking about?

63. What did the woman think of the seminar? (A) The marvelous canyon in the Rocky
(A) Horrible Mountains
(B) Informative (B) Souvenirs they bought at the mountain
(C) Boring (C) An activity that the woman enjoys doing in
(D) Useless her spare time
(D) The computer courses that the man took in
college
69. What is said about the woman? 70. What will the speakers probably do next?
(A) She takes pictures for a living. (A) Look at more photos
(B) She bought a photo as a souvenir. (B) Go on a trip overseas
(C) She went to the waterfall during the trip. (C) Co-host this photo exhibition
(D) She believes she is so talented. (D) Take some courses
Part 4
Directions: You will hear some short talks given by a single speaker. You will be asked to answer three
questions about what the speaker says in each short talk. Select the best response to each question and
mark the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your answer sheet. The talks will be spoken only one time and will
not be printed in your test book.

71. Why does Mr. Tailor leave this message? 75. Who is David White?
(A) To confirm a dental appointment (A) A poet
(B) To notify a customer of the upcoming (B) A novelist
delivery (C) A show host
(C) To request a revised invoice (D) A publisher
(D) To ask about the current address

76. Why does the speaker tell the audience to

72. What did Ms. Garcia do on January 13th? keep their ticket stub?
(A) She changed her savings account number. (A) To win a free book
(B) She made payments with her credit card. (B) To get an autograph on it
(C) She ordered a mowing machine. (C) To receive a free bottled water
(D) She cut the lawn in her garden. (D) To win a free admission ticket to the next
show

73. What recently happened to Peace Home

Depot? 77. What is the purpose of the announcement?
(A) They delivered a lawn mower to Ms. Garcia's (A) To inform customers that the store will be
home. closed soon
(B) They changed their account number for (B) To invite customers to buy a variety of
payments. balloons
(C) They moved their head office to Atlanta. (C) To encourage customers to use a gift
(D) They filed for bankruptcy. certificate instead of cash
(D) To urge customers to buy Christmas gifts for

74. When is this talk probably taking place? their co-workers

(A) February
(B) March 78. When will the store close tomorrow?

(C) April (A) 9:45

(D) May (B) 10:00

(C) 11 :00
(D) 12:00
79. What is said about gift certificates? 84. Why most likely is the new highway
(A) They cost 5 dollars planned?

(B) They will be distributed at the main gate. (A) To alleviate traffic for commuters

(C) They are available at the customer service (B) To replace old highways
desk. (C) To attract more tourists
(D) They will go on sale tomorrow (D) To conserve the environment

80. What is the purpose of the talk? 85. Who is against the construction plan?
(A) To introduce new programs (A) City officials
(B) To show how to assemble the new computer (B) Senior citizens
(C) To order certain items (C) Local journalists
(D) To teach how to install operating systems (D) Environmentalists

81. What are accountants required to do? 86. What is the purpose of the message?
(A) Submit the daily sales report after the (A) To place an order
meeting (B) To ask about paychecks
(B) Have an existing program updated (C) To respond to an inquiry
(C) Calculate last year’s sales (D) To pick up the checks
(D) Develop a new accounting software program

87. According to the speaker, what was the

82. What are the listeners told to do? problem?
(A) Divide into different groups (A) The company network was temporarily out
(B) Attend the stockholders’ meeting of order.

(C) Check the inventory in the ware house (B) The company had some financial systems

(D) Help technicians upgrade current software problem.

programs (C) The speaker was not able to reach Brian.

(D) Brian did not check his mail box last meeting

83. Who is Allen Bank? week.

(A) An architect
(B) A city spokesman 88. What will Ms. Wallace most likely do?

(C) A council member (A) Get checks ready for Brian

(D) A new anchor (B) Restore the computer network

(C) Call Brian back
(D) Send an e-mail to Janet Kim
89. What type of business is being advertised? 94. What is said about Mr. Taylor?
(A) A publishing firm (A) He usually pays in cash.
(B) A bookshop (B) He wants Kyle to visit his Web site.
(C) A printing office (C) He has been reading Chicago Daily for at
(D) A nursery school least a decade.
(D) He will end up rejecting Ms. Johnson's offer.

90. How can customers get free delivery?

(A) By visiting the store this week 95. Why can't Mr. Truman answer the phone

(B) By using a gift certificate right now?

(C) By purchasing more than three books (A) He is on vacation.

(D) By buying an item through the internet this (B) He is attending an exhibition.

week (C) He is busy with a car design proposal.

(D) He is applying for another position.

91. What did the store recently do?

(A) It opened a new branch. 96. When does the speaker say he will come

(B) It launched a new Web site. back to his office?

(C) It issued discount coupons for loyal (A) Jan. 1

customers. (B) Jan. 10

(D) It started free shipping services for all (C) Jan. 20

shoppers (D) Jan. 30

92. What is the purpose of this message? 97. What is mentioned about Joan Dickson?

(A) To promote a newly opened Web site (A) She is in charge of processing proposals.

(B) To ask a reader to continue the subscription (B) She is Mr. Truman's secretary.
accomplishment (C) She is in Detroit now.
(C) To urge a client to make a payment in cash (D) She works for Ms. Jennings.
(D) To let a subscriber know about new featured
articles 98. What is the purpose of the talk?
(A) To recognize a colleague's accomplishment
93. Where does Ms. Johnson probably work? (B) To describe a new service
(A) At a magazine (C) To talk about the annual sales report
(B) In Public Relations (D) To introduce a new employee
(C) In Information Technology
(D) At a newspaper
99. What happened to Mr. Dowson in 1990? 100. What did Mr. Dowson do for Philips?
(A) He applied for Philips. (A) He developed a new product.
(B) He left university. (B) He finalized the merger with Blue Ocean.
(C) He joined the army. (C) He recruited competitive salespeople.
(D) He struggled with his financial problems. (D) He came up with tailored customer.
READING
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 the 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. The newspaper editor, Mr. Lim has invited 104. The new employee orientation will be held
a distinguished architect to write about ------- in one of the Training Facility classrooms and it
famous buildings. will begin ------- at 8:00 a.m.
(A) he (A) promptly
(B) him (B) prompt
(C) his (C) promptness
(D) himself (D) prompts

102. All employees are required to attend ------- 105. Employees who wish to participate in
the morning and the afternoon sessions of the the FSA Program must submit their -------
training workshop on Friday. paperwork to the Human Resources Department
(A) when by Dec. 16.

(B) both (A) conclusive

(C) which (B) absolute

(D) some (C) completed

(D) exhausted

103. This course provides students with the

tools for thinking about ways to enhance ------- 106. UPS guarantees the ------- of your
among races, ethnic groups and social classes. important shipments from the U.S. to more than
(A) collaborative 580 international cities.

(B) collaborate (A) deliverable

(C) collaborated (B) deliverer

(D) collaboration (C) deliver

(D) delivery
107. Old magazines and important papers are 111. In ------- for the Christmas shopping season,
stored ------- the top shelf in labeled files. the local fire department has started inspecting
(A) out malls and other business establishments in the

(B) on Busan area.

(C) to (A) presentation

(D) for (B) determination

(C) preparation

108. The Sharp Hotel has decided to offer a free (D) administration

shuttle ------- to the beach every day from 8 a.m.

to 9 p.m., leaving every hour. 112. Mr. Lim could solve the problem with the
(A) service Sonya 468 Software ------- after reading the

(B) serve enclosed manual.

(C) will serve (A) ease

(D) servings (B) easy

(C) easily

109. The committee recommended ------- more (D) eased

systematic procedures for themanagement of

employee performance evaluations. 113. When you initiate conversations with your
(A) proceeding new employees, greet them ------- to make them

(B) remarking feel comfortable and listen with interest.

(C) developing (A) exceptionally

(D) persuading (B) personally

(C) essentially

110. It will be ------- to develop an updated (D) commonly

employee manual incorporating the many

changes that have occurred over the past twelve 114. Infosys Technologies Ltd. has instituted an
years. annual award of $5 million for Korean scientists
(A) necessity who have achieved excellence ------- research in

(B) necessitate biotechnology.

(C) necessarily (A) in promoting

(D) necessary (B) for the promotion

(C) by promoting
(D) as a promotion
115. ------- the meeting, agenda items are 119. Ms. Kennedy was given the responsibility
discussed by the board of directors and minutes for managing the downtown building project,
are taken by the secretary. which ------- by the board of directors.
(A) When (A) is overseeing
(B) While (B) was overseen
(C) Instead (C) has been overseeing
(D) During (D) be overseen

116. Please forward the message ------- the 120. Recommendations for the prize will be
advertising agency in Busan to Mrs. Hwang's considered by the committee, ------- are not
office directly. necessarily required to receive it.
(A) as (A) while
(B) out (B) after
(C) up (C) then
(D) from (D) but

117. The automobile industry is becoming 121. When renting a car, it is important to take --
increasingly reliant on computers to improve ----- to inspect the car thoroughly and document
efficiency and ------- costs. any damage including minor scratches.
(A) pursue (A) need
(B) fasten (B) idea
(C) reduce (C) cause
(D) refrain (D) time

118. An ------- large number of our customers 122. Ms. Jespersen is------- to accept your
prefer the payment convenience of debit cards. invitation to become a member of the
(A) increase Washington Community Reinvestment

(B) increasing Association.

(C) increases (A) pleasure

(D) increasingly (B) please

(C) pleasing
(D) pleased
123. The Family and Medical Leave Act requires 127. Before ------- to the terms of use, please
employers to ------- employees up to 12 weeks know that membership is not free, but, we do
of unpaid leave a year for family medical offer many different membership rates.
emergencies. (A) agree
(A) retrieve (B) agreed
(B) grant (C) agrees
(C) donate (D) agreeing
(D) require
128. We are planning to launch the new product
124. Since pension benefits may be a major throughout the country ------- a reliable
source of your retirement income, you should --- distributor and a wholesale dealer are found.
---- consider the following options before making (A) on the other hand
your decision. (B) as well as
(A) care (C) instead of
(B) careful (D) as soon as
(C) carefully
(D) more carefully 129. The North East is one of the best regions
in -------to start a new business, according to
125. The marketing team members are Business and Enterprise North East statistics.
supposed to be on time ------- tomorrow's (A) what
advertising planning meeting. (B) which
(A) across (C) where
(B) under (D) whose
(C) for
(D) down 130. The affordable land prices, good drainage
and excellent soil conditions have been
126. Because the number of staff registering for conducive to the high agricultural ------- of our
the seminar was -------estimated, Mr. Kim had to region.
book a larger meeting room. (A) construction
(A) inaccuracy (B) movement
(B) inaccurately (C) output
(C) inaccurate (D) research
(D) inaccuracies
131. While the supervisor is responsible for 135. It is important to arrive at the airport 45
preventing injuries, each worker must be to 90 minutes ------- your scheduled departure
attentive to their personal safety, ------- the time.
safety of their coworkers. (A) next to
(A) even though (B) ahead of
(B) in order to (C) down
(C) in addition to (D) aboard
(D) whether

136. Korean information technology firms are

132. Pioneer Steel guarantees that all ------- predicting an economic upturn in the fourth
information gathered through this website is quarter despite concerns over a strong won and
strictly ------- and used only by Pioneer Steel. surging oil prices.
(A) confide (A) cautiously
(B) confides (B) accidentally
(C) confidential (C) equally
(D) confidentially (D) tightly

133. No matter------- busy they are, all workers 137. The quarterly sales report indicated that
at the factory are encouraged to take short the company's profits were 11 percent higher
breaks every 50 minutes. than previously-------.
(A) if (A) predict
(B) where (B) predicted
(C) how (C) predicting
(D) so (D) prediction

134. The pockets are a bit different than the 138. The new spring menu at Outback
ones ------- in the catalog, as the zipper is on the Restaurant features fresh salads made with ------
side of the pocket, not in the center of the - blends of Asian and European ingredients.
pocket. (A) presented
(A) pictured (B) healthy
(B) informed (C) physical
(C) sampled (D) immediate
(D) exposed
139. The city of Calgary has made a 140. The deadline for registration is rapidly ------
successful ------- from an industrial town to a -, so contact our office immediately if you are
bustling tourist destination, with the creation of interested in attending.
shops, restaurants, and hotels. (A) arranging
(A) location (B) approaching
(B) transition (C) setting
(C) cooperation (D) declaring
(D) suspension
Part 6
Directions: Read the texts on the following pages. A word or phrase is missing in some of the sentences.
Four answer choices are given below each of these 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 advertisement.

In the heart of downtown Stratford, the Annex Room ------- outstanding food and drinks in a

141. (A) offered

(B) offers
(C) will offer
(D) will have offered
smoke-free atmosphere. Enjoy cocktails, stone oven thin-crust pizzas and innovative cuisine
prepared by the finest chefs in town. Try a martini from our extensive list, or sip a glass of wine or
draft beer at the bar.
We have the perfect atmosphere to enjoy any occasion. Settle back with friends in the lounge area,
savor a private evening as a couple, relish a special day with friends and family, or have a great meal
before or after a-------- at the theater.
142. (A) construction
(B) renovation
(C) strike
(D) performance
Our flame-fired oven, which is trimmed in hammered copper, imparts a wonderful flavor to our pizzas,
flatbreads, vegetables, chicken and seafood. You can find it in no other dining ------- in this area.
143. (A) relocation
(B) spot
(C) hall scraps
(D) venue
Hours of Operation:
May - November (Tuesday - Saturday 11 :30 a.m. 2 p.m., 5 p.m. onward)
December - April (Wednesday - Saturday 5 p.m. onward)
Questions 144-146 refer to the following letter.

Dear Ms. Starkey,

We ------- your recent letter and challenge to David Dorsen's assessment. We apologize for
144. (A) review
(B) have reviewed
(C) will review
(D) will be reviewing

------- inconvenience that may have caused you. We will be sending a new adjuster to
145. (A) any
(B) few
(C) many
(D) several

review the damage to your roof and ceiling. ------- your letter clearly outlines the nature of
146. (A) Since
(B) That
(C) Although
(D) As though

the damage, we will send it along with the adjuster.

We would appreciate it if you could show him where the damage occurred. I am confident we can
rectify the situation in a way satisfactory for both of us. We appreciate your patience in this matter.

Sincerely,
Janet Gallant
Customer Service Department
Questions 147-149 refer to the following letter.

CEO Welcome Letter

Dear Cardholder,
Welcome to Cardlinx Systems. As one of the founders of the Pre-Paid Card Industry, I have been
providing services to thousands of customers for over five years. This experience allows Carldinx
Systems to have the best possible understanding of-------

147. (A) that

(B) what
(C) how
(D) which
our customers expect from our various card programs.
Cardlinx Systems cards can be used to make withdrawals at millions of ATMs around the world -------
to make purchases at millions of global merchants like restaurants, gas
148. (A) as long as
(B) as little as
(C) as soon as
(D) as well as

stations, grocery stores and many other retail stores. You can add more money to your account at
thousands of locations around the country or send in funds to our main office using several different
methods. All of our cards can be used to send money to family members and friends ------- around the
world with a simple card-to-card transfer from one card to another.
149. (A) anonymously
(B) finally
(C) instantly
(D) surprisingly
As a worldwide leader and innovator in the Pre-Paid Card Industry, Cardlinx Systems will continue to
introduce new card products and services for your convenience.
Thank you for being a Cardlinx Systems Customer.
Sincerely,
Ezell Brown
CEO
Cardlinx Systems
Questions 150-152 refer to the following notice.

Rex Consulting Ltd.'s head office relocation

January 5, 2010
Rex Consulting Ltd. ------- into a new office in the Sofia City Center, next to the Palace of Justice.
150. (A) moving
(B) moves
(C) has moved
(D) will move

The company's main office is now located on the third floor of a renovated administrative building.
The address is 99 Knyaz Boris Street. The access to the office building is -------
151. (A) relative
(B) relatively
(C) relatives
(D) related
easy if you enter from Pozitano Street at Vitosha Boulevard and if you are coming ------- car, please
use the Macedonia Square parking lot.
152. (A) as
(B) by
(C) to
(D) on
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 advertisement.

Career Planner Career Counseling

If you're seeking a career change but don't know where to start, give Career Planner a call. Our
counselors are on call seven days a week to help you make the leap for your dream job. So when you
finally decide to make a career change, you will start by taking a qualified career test to assess your
desires and abilities. When you first visit our office, you will be given an interest-based career test. This
test will quickly and accurately give you insight into the best career for you. We also offer confidential
counseling over the phone for those who are too busy to visit our office. Our counseling sessions are
reasonably priced, too. Throughout a two-hour session, for only $99.95, you can quickly receive all the
benefits of knowing the best-suited careers for you. Call us today at 415-728-0098 for a free brochure.

153. Who is this ad targeted at? 154. What happens first when customers visit
(A) Housewives the Career Planner office?

(B) Vocational counselors (A) They will be given advice by phone.

(C) Mid-career employees (B) Their skills will be evaluated.

(D) New graduates (C) They will pay for test fees.
(D) They will listen to a 2-hour lecture.
Questions 155-156 refer to the following poster.

BC Bike Race 2009

After a very successful inaugural race in 2008, BC Bike Race is back for the 2009 season and
registration has just begun! For BC Bike Race 2009, from June 28th-July 4th, 2009, we will welcome
up to 400 riders to challenge the 7 stages from Victoria to Whistler, BC.
While our inaugural 2008 event was a success, we are planning a bigger, better bike race for 2009.
After last year's event, we asked our valued racers for suggestions in order to improve the event for
this year. Surveys said that the BC singletrack was a highlight, so Dean Payne, BCBR President, has
announced plans to increase the singletrack for 2009.
Participants should gather at parking space A or B by 7:30 AM. (See map on the back.) There will be
fully-stocked aid stations throughout the course and you will get access to complimentary bike repair
services by Obsession Bikes, which guarantees that you will be riding every day, should you have
bike tech problems - big or small. Although no serious accidents occurred during the past tour, we will
collect a non-refundable sports insurance fee of $5.00 from every participant.
Don't miss your chance! If you haven't already done so, check out the 2009 Race Package Details at
www.bcbikerace.com, get your team together, and join us for BC Bike Race 2009 - "The Longest
Singletrack Mountain Bike Race on the Planet!"
Canceled in case of rain

155. What service is provided for free? 156. What is NOT mentioned on the poster?
(A) Light meals and drinks (A) The route is different from last year's.
(B) The charge for parking (B) Many participants joined the previous tour.
(C) Transportation to the site (C) They're planning to increase the singletrack.
(D) Repair of the bikes (D) Participants have to pay $5 for a sports
insurance fee.
Questions 157-159 refer to the following notice.

Affordable Rental Cars in the Summer

In commemoration of the opening of the new branch offices in China, Alamo Car Rentals is offering
$10 off daily rates at all the new locations until the end of August. The new offices are located in
Beijing, Shanghai, and Hong Kong. In addition to these new rental sites in China, this special offer
also applies to some other Asian cities like Tokyo, Seoul, and Bangkok. Customers who rent our
cars on weekends are also eligible to participate in our prize competition. The first-prize winner will
get a trip to Europe.

To be a potential winner of the competition, you must make a reservation in advance. Drivers must
be at least 21 years old and have a valid driver's license. This special offer does not require any
promotional codes and is available to everyone. Why not use this chance in Asia? Alamo Car Rentals
is always with you.

157. Why is the company launching the 158. According to the notice, what can you get if
campaign? you rent the company's car on Saturday?
(A) To commemorate their 3rd anniversary (A) A $10 discount on fuel
(B) To promote their services in Europe (B) A chance to win a trip to Europe
(C) To celebrate their business expansion into (C) Complimentary drinks
China (D) Unlimited miles
(D) To compete with other companies in the
industry 159. Where is this promotion NOT available?
(A) Singapore
(B) Seoul
(C) Bangkok
(D) Beijing
Questions 160-162 refer to the following letter.
Ms. Kathy Anderson
Director of Human Resources
Warsaw Inc.
739 Washington Avenue
Portland, OR 78968

Dear Ms. Anderson,

I am writing in response to your advertisement which appeared in yesterday's issue of Newsweek and I
would like to apply for the position of manager at Warsaw, the established and renowned restaurant chain.
My interest in Warsaw has grown out of a desire to work for a restaurant that is a leader in Greek cuisine.
My research tells me that Warsaw provides some of the best Greek food in the nation.
In 2003, I graduated from Portland University where I got a degree in Tourism and Hotel Management. I
also attended additional courses to broaden my knowledge about food tourism.
As you can see from the enclosed CV, I have nearly ten years' experience in the food industry. I have
worked in three different restaurants which served Mexican, Italian, and Chinese food. I was responsible for
managing these restaurants for seven years. For the last two years, I have been working as the manager of
Chinese Express in L.A.
Although I am not currently living in Portland, I would be happy to relocate. I would appreciate having an
opportunity to meet with you and discuss the position. I look forward to hearing from you in the near future.
Sincerely,
Rose Sullivan

160. Which position is Ms. Sullivan applying for? 161. Where is Ms. Sullivan currently working?
(A) Head chef at a Greek restaurant (A) LA
(B) General manager of a hotel (B) Mexico
(C) Supervisor of a food manufacturing company (C) Portland
(D) Manager of a restaurant chain (D) Greece
162. How many years of management
experience does Ms. Sullivan have?
(A) One year
(B) Three years
(C) Seven years
(D) Ten years
Questions 163-165 refer to the following article.

Stephen Moyer, the star of the MU soccer team, and jazz singer Anna Paquin announced their
engagement in a joint statement yesterday. Although these stars revealed their relationship in
February, they had been dating for months before they decided to go public. It will be his first marriage
and her second. Paquin, 35, has two children, Billy and Lilac, to whom Moyer, 30, will become
stepfather. "We couldn't be happier and are looking forward to the next chapter of our lives," the couple
said at a press conference yesterday. No date has been set yet for the wedding. Both reportedly have
very busy schedules and want to enjoy the engagement experience for a while before heading down
the bridal path.
Moyer, 30, has played in the World Cup twice and is now playing with the MU team in Holland. They
met after a concert that was held in Holland two years ago. They soon fell in love with each other. Her
latest album, Tulip, was inspired by their relationship.
Paquin will leave for Montreal to play at the Jazz Festival 201 O starting next week, while Moyer will
return to the States for training with the national team, in preparation for the FIFA 2010 World Cup in
South Africa.

163. Which of the following is NOT true? 164. Where did they meet?
(A) Paquin is a singer. (A) In the States
(B) Moyer is a professional soccer player. (B) In Holland
(C) Paquin has been married before. (C) In South Africa
(D) Paquin and Moyer have just got married. (D) In Montreal

165. What is Tulip?

(A) The name of Moyer's team
(B) The name of a jazz group
(C) The name of Paquin's album
(D) The name of Paquin's daughter
Questions 166-169 refer to the following letter.

Dear Sirs,
Four months ago, I signed up for a premium membership at Fitness First at a monthly fee of $55.
When I signed up, I was told that I was free to cancel my membership at any time, for any reason,
with no extra payment.
Since I joined, I have been extremely disappointed in the Fitness First's facilities and staff. The
locker rooms and swimming pools are poorly maintained and extremely dirty. The Jacuzzi has been
out of order for more than a month and repairs on it have not even begun. The Pilates class
schedule has been changed several times, without notice, and the instructor never seemed to be
fully devoted to the class.
I telephoned Fitness First and was told that - contrary to what I was told verbally when signing up - I
would have to pay a "processing fee" of $75 to end my membership. One week later, I received a bill
in the mail saying I still owed the processing fee.
I refuse to pay this fee. If you continue billing me, I will be discussing the matter with my lawyer. In
addition, I will be filing formal complaints with the City Business Bureau and the Health Department
about the unsanitary condition of your facilities.
I suggest you discuss the matter with your billing department immediately.
Julia Londale

166. What is the main point of this letter? 168. How does Ms. Londale feel about being
(A) To discuss a membership upgrade charged the processing fee?

(B) To suggest improvement of the facilities (A) She understands that it is part of the contract.

(C) To inform a health club of disapproval about a (B) She is happy that the fee wasn't as high as she
cancellation fee expected.

(D) To ask the gym to accept a refund request (C) She is angry that she was told differently when
she joined.

167. Why is Ms. Londale unhappy with her club (D) She felt that it was not an important matter.

membership?
(A) The gym didn't provide enough information 169. What is Ms. Londale least likely to do if she
initially. gets a request for the processing fee again?

(B) The club facilities are poorly managed and (A) Consult a lawyer
maintained. (B) Make a formal complaint
(C) The fee has been increased unexpectedly. (C) Report it to the Health Department
(D) The receptionist was very rude to her. (D) Pay the processing fee
Questions 170-172 refer to the following proposal.

PROPOSAL
The new Ryan Borges thriller L.A. SUNSET, centering on Anthony Palmer [played by Borges) and the
beautiful Sarah Filan [played by Matteson). as they try to solve mysterious crimes in the Los Angeles
beach communities, will hit theaters this Christmas.
I suggest the following promotional campaign:
• Start with ads in Los Angeles in October and expand their range to the entire country by December.
• Our main target group: people aged 18 to 35
[People in this age group love Borges and Matteson's mix of attractiveness, strength, and fidelity.)
• Use freeway and subway signs, the Internet, and fast food chains.
• A contest with L.A. Sunset products could create buzz.
[The grand prize: a trip to Hollywood for the film's opening)
Reasons this will work:
• Ryan Borges and Erica Matteson
• Movie fans are highly likely to want to see these two major stars.
• Internet and fast-food chains are the best spots to expose the target audience to the film's
advertisements.
I would like to present these ideas to the executive board at MTU Pictures.
Thank you.
Atkins McDonald
Director of Marketing
HandHeld Entertainment

170. Why was this proposal written? 171. What is going to be promoted?
(A) To review a film (A) A book
(B) To present a marketing idea (B) A play
(C) To advertise a newly-released play (C) A movie
(D) To call for a promotion proposal (D) Actors
172. What will Mr. McDonald probably do next?
(A) He will explain the plan to executives.
(B) He will talk to the two stars.
(C) He will create ad posters.
(D) He will provide contest prizes.
Questions 173-176 refer to the following article.

Intersil Corp. to Move:

Local Residents Get Jobs, Company Gets Tax Benefits
IntersiI Corp., manufacturer of high-performance wireless networking solutions, announced today that
it will relocate its corporate headquarters from Irvine, Calif. to Milpitas, effective December 1, 2010.
The company plans to accommodate the expanding operation with the relocation of the finance,
human resources, IT and sales operations facilities.
lntersil Corp. cited Milpitas' skilled work force, good access to an international airport, and the
generous tax incentives offered by the state government and the cost-effective environment as the
main reasons for choosing the city for its new head office.
The move is expected to generate up to 90 new high-paying jobs for local residents. With an average
annual salary of $50,000, lntersil's annual payroll for workers in Milpitas will surpass $4 million. This is
good news for the city.
"Our attractiveness as a place to live and work, makes this city an excellent home for lntersil vvhere
they can prosper and grow well into the future. Also, lntersil's impressive salaries will significantly
impact the local economy," said Mayor Ronald Lopez.
Although the relocation will cost lntersil Corp. a significant amount of money, executives feel it is a
worthwhile investment. "We can continue to execute our plan towards profitability, while building our
company for the future in the new site," CEO Adriana Cruz said in a press statement.

173. What is the article mainly about? 175. The word "surpass" in paragraph 3, line 3,
(A) The condition of a city's local is closest in meaning to economy

(B) The increase of the employment rate (A) exceed

(C) The relocation of a company (B) cover

(D) The amendment of an existing tax law (C) improve

(D) escalate

174. What is indicated about lntersil Corp.?

(A) The current headquarters is in Milpitas. 176. How does the CEO feel about the

(B) Its business is expanding. company's plan?

(C) It has highly skilled workers. (A) Worried

(D) It has a cost-effective environment. (B) Frustrated

(C) Pressed
(D) Confident
Questions 177-180 refer to the following interoffice memo.

Inter-office Memo
We would like you all to pay attention to the following things we can do to reduce our waste in pursuit of an
environmentally-conscious workplace.
1. Packaging
• Eliminate unnecessary packaging, extra boxes or layers and use lightweight packaging.
2. Copying I Printing
• Print or copy on both sides.
• Edit documents on screen and review before printing. When creating documents, reduce them in size and
then put them together to make a master copy.
• Make only the necessary number of copies from the master copy.
• Eliminate unnecessary copies, notes, and memos by posting office announcements in central locations.
• Use outdated letterheads for in-house memos.
• Use narrow-lined notepads.
3. Equipment
We have decided on the following:
• To buy only what you know you will use
• To purchase new equipment that contains less toxic materials and can cause fewer problems with waste
disposal
• To use fluorescent lights instead of incandescent bulbs
• To have copiers, computers, and other equipment checked regularly in order to prolong their life spans
• To donate food, furniture and other materials to local organizations, such as homeless shelters or charities

177. Who is this memo intended for? 179. What suggestion is made about the equipment?
(A) Residents (A) To buy products in bulk
(B) Office employees (B) To purchase used equipment to reduce costs
(C) An environmental agency (C) To institute periodic maintenance checkups
(D) Company board members (D) To lease inexpensive equipment

178. What is the main topic of this memo? 180. Which method of reducing the amount of
(A) How to cut down on waste photocopying is NOT suggested?

(B) How to manage the office environment (A) To make as few copies as possible

(C) How to circulate memos (B) To use a copy counter when photocopying

(D) How to purchase equipment (C) To make double-sided copies

(D) To minimize the size of the copy
Questions 181-185 refer to the following two letters.

May 22

Dear Mr. Washington,

I am writing to complain about the late delivery of the computer set I ordered at the end of April. The
customized video display terminals were supposed to be delivered by May 16. I requested to have the
order shipped on or before May 10. You assured me that the set would be delivered within 6 days.
However, they arrived 3 days late and I faced considerable difficulty with my work due to the delay.

Sincerely,
Timothy Macquire
Director
Computer Science Department

May25

Dear Mr. Macquire,

Thank you for writing us about your dissatisfaction concerning the delay in receiving your customized
video display terminals (our invoice #CP-80-1200). The delay, however, was not caused at our end.
As specified in your purchase order of April 28, we shipped via Fexter - a logistics company that you
selected. The terminals were actually picked up on May 10, as you can see from the attached air bill
(Fexter #55-MC9908). Also, you can find shipping details on your order in our order tracking service
and see where the delay occurred at our website www.comtechpro.com.

From what I see, it appears that Fexter is responsible for the delay. Please let me know if I may help
further in this matter.

Sincerely,

James R. Washington
181. What is the purpose of the first letter? 183. When were the monitors ordered?
(A) To ask for express shipping of the monitors (A) April 26
(B) To request extra service from ComtechPro (B) April 28
(C) To express disappointment about an order (C) May 10
(D) To ask for a compensation for the delay (D) May 22

182. When did Timothy receive his order? 184. What is enclosed in Mr. Washington's
(A) May 16 letter?

(B) May 19 (A) A report by the sales person

(C) May 22 (B) A copy of the price quote

(D) May 25 (C) A copy of the air bill

(D) The sales receipt

185. According to Mr. Washington, who is

responsible for the problem?
(A) ComtechPro
(B) The university
(C) Fexter
(D) The Computer Science Department
Questions 186-190 refer to the following card and message.

Hotel Suite 126

For security purposes, each hotel suite is equipped with an electronic locking device that prevents
anyone other than the hotel guest from accessing the suite. Each room key has a special numerical
code that is automatically erased at the check-out time on your scheduled date of departure. Should
you require a time extension for your room, please phone the front desk to inform the staff of the
changes to your departure time. Check-out occurs daily at one o'clock p.m.

Thank you.

Hello, this is Lorne Peters in Suite 126. I was originally scheduled to check out on Sunday, March 3rd,
but I have an urgent business meeting on Monday and need to extend my stay. My meeting will not
finish until late Monday night, so I think that I had better stay until Tuesday.

I was also wondering if it would be possible to delay the usual check-out time on Tuesday for an
additional hour. Please leave me a note at the front desk letting me know whether or not this will be
possible. I will pick up the message Monday morning. Finally, I would like to schedule a wake-up call
for Monday morning at 6:30.

Thank you.
186. What has been done to make the suites 188. In the phone message, the word "extend"
safer? in paragraph 1, line 3 is closest in meaning
(A) Security guards are posted at all entrances. to

(B) Cameras are installed in all hallways. (A) prolong

(C) Numerical codes on keys are changed often. (B) supplement

(D) The front doors of the hotel are locked at (C) protrude
10:30 p.m. (D) enlarge

187. What is NOT indicated about Mr. Peters? 189. What time would Mr. Peters like to check
(A) He is staying in Suite 126. out of the hotel on Tuesday?

(B) He will attend a meeting on Monday. (A) 11 a.m.

(C) A staff member will wake him up by phone. (B) Noon

(D) He will check out on Sunday morning. (C) 1 p.m.

(D) 2 p.m.

190. How will the hotel inform Mr. Peters

whether or not he can extend his stay?
(A) With a phone message
(B) By e-mail
(C) By fax
(D) With a written message
Questions 191-195 refer to the following advertisement and form.

Access Grid's Business Training Academy 787 Seventh Avenue, New York, N.Y. 10019, U.S.A.

Join fellow entrepreneurs from all areas of business and learn how to achieve the best results for your
business. Access Grid seminars are conducted by today's prominent business leaders in the country.
Advance registration is recommended as attendance is limited to 100 participants per seminar. All
payments must be received by Access Grid on or before the date of each seminar for the registration
to be valid. Registrations received without payment will NOT be processed.

Seminar Schedule
April 1 (Monday): 5:00-8:00 P.M.
Technical Education I Developer Training
David A. Aaker, Economic Institute of Los Angeles

April 4 (Thursday): 6:00-8:00 P.M

Proper Accounting Management Practices
Bonita Kale, Dublin Financial Group

April 8 (Monday) : 9:00-11 :00 P.M.

New Product Marketing Basics
Geral Nadler, Shoba Marketing Consultant

April 11(Thursday):9:30-11:00 P.M.

Problem Solving & Troubleshooting
John Janthan, Maggie Leadership Group

Standard Registration is $100 or pay $200 for Premium Registration to receive the following benefits:
- Priority seating
- All copies of related documentation
Free admission to the question & answer sessions with the lecturers
 Access Grid's Seminar Online Registration Form
Name : Steve Fainaru
E-mail Address Telephone: [email protected]
: 787 Chestnut Ridge Road, Spring Valley, NY
: 914-356-4848
Fax : 1914-352-5664
Registration type
Premium Registration Standard Registration
I am registering for the seminar on : April 11
Registration submitted on : March 18

Thank you for your registration. You will receive confirmation by e-mail within 24 hours.

191. For whom is the advertisement intended? 193. When will the topic of marketing be
(A) Financial consultants discussed?

(B) College students (A) On April 1

(C) Seminar coordinators (B) On April 8

(D) Business owners (C) On April 11

(D) On April 18

192. What is NOT suggested about the

seminars? 194. How much will Mr. Fainaru pay for his
(A) The number of attendants is limited to 100 registration?
people. (A) Nothing
(B) Experts in each field will present the (B) $100
lectures. (C) $200
(C) They will all be held in New York. (D)$300
(D) A registration fee must be paid after
attending the lectures. 195. When will Mr. Fainaru receive the reply
from Access Grid?
(A) Around March 19
(B) Before April 1
(C) After April 11
(D) Around April 11
Questions 196-200 refer to the following two e-mails.

To: Meals on Wheels Catering

From: Suzanne Ferriss
Re: Recipe

Dear Melody,
I just wanted to say thank you for everything you did for the wedding reception last Sunday. The food
that you served was just right, and everything your company did was fantastic. The selection,
appearance and timing were perfect! My daughter (the bride) truly loved the Asian dish that you
served. Do you think you could tell me how to make it so I could show her? Perhaps as a second
wedding present for her?
Sincerely,
Suzanne Ferriss

To : Suzanne Ferriss
From : Richard Grant
Re : Recipe

Dear Ms. Ferriss,

I am replying to your e-mail on behalf of Melody, who is on a business trip for two days. It was our
pleasure to be at such a beautiful event. The recipe for the Asian dish, which is a popular dish served
with many different vegetable dishes, is as follows:
Spicy Asian stir-fried beef

1. Trim and thoroughly wash 500 grams of fresh Chinese cabbage.

2. Cook a chopped onion, a crushed garlic clove, a teaspoon of chilly oil and two tablespoons of
sesame oil in a little butter.
3. Put the Chinese cabbage and minced beef into the pan and cover tightly, cooking for 10 minutes.
4. The key is to cover the pan for the final five minutes.
5. When the beef has cooked, you're done!
Thank you once again for letting us be a part of your daughter's very special day.

Richard Grant
196. What is the main purpose of Suzanne's e- 198. Why did Richard reply to Suzanne's e-
mail? mail?
(A) To complain about the catering (A) He is the head chef of the catering company.
(B) To compliment the food service (B) He is a friend of Suzanne's.
(C) To inquire about a party (C) His colleague is out of the office.
(D) To invite someone to a wedding (D) He created the recipe himself.

197. What does Mr. Ferriss want to know? 199. What is the most important part of the
(A) How to make something cooking process?

(B) A dessert recipe (A) Covering the pan for a portion of the cooking

(C) When to serve a dish (B) Crushing the garlic thoroughly

(D) The secret to Asian food (C) Using 1kg of the finest Chinese spinach
(D) Adding the cumin seeds at the end of the
cooking process

200. Which food might the bride most likely

prefer?
(A) Chinese cabbage salad
(B) Garlic bread
(C) Pickled onions
(D) Asian stir-fried beef