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READING TEST

In the Reading test, you will read a variety of texts and answer several different types of reading

comprehension questions The entire Reading test will last 75 minutes There are three parts, and directions are given for each part You are encouraged to answer as many questions as possible

within the time allowed

You must mark your answers on the separate answer sheet Do not write your answers in your test book

PART 5

Directions: A word or phrase is missing in each of the sentences below Four answer choices are given below each sentence Select the best answer to complete the sentence Then mark the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your answer sheet

104 Mr Louden was offered a full-time position 108 Travel funds are available to student

at Fortelio Corporation - a division presenters coming to the conference from manager a significant -

(A) about (A) location

(B) a (B) amount

(C) ofter (C) reason

(D) around (D) distance

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Ms Okada is - a new social media

campaign at the request of our office

Please log on to your online checking

account - the next 30 days in order to

The Bradyville Inn - live jazz music in

the dining area on Friday evenings

(A) features

(B) marks

(C) sounds

(D) collects

Leeann’s Organic Fruit Spreads can be

purchased - from the company’s Web

- the event organizers’ best efforts,

they have been unable to attract enough

volunteers this spring

Soon after Ms Manilla was hired, the sales

department's productivity began to

increase - k

(A) mainly (B) respectively (C) noticeably (D) closely Small businesses - participate in the Get Ahead program will receive marketing

tools to help them attract customers

(A) that (B) they (C) what (D) whoever

Our copy editors will review the manuscript - will not return it until the end of next

(A) or (B) once (C) either (D) but Mira Kumar was probably the - of all

the interns at Kolbry Media last summer

(A) ambitious (B) most ambitious (C) ambitiously (D) more ambitiously Orbin’s Fish Company expanded to a total

of 26 stores - its takeover of a rival chain

(A) whenever (B) toward (C) following (D) usually

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TEST 4 111

Ms Cartwright told her team members that

she wanted - to streamline the

company’s assembly process

(A) theirs

(B) they

(C) them

(D) themselves

Rupert’s Food Service uses -

technology to track all of its shipments

(A) strict

(B) numerous

(C) advanced

(D) crowded

Our app includes a - so that users can

determine whether they are within their

TO - that its facilities are cleaned every

day, the Selboa Company has hired more

During his term as a legislator, Jeremy

Moran - promoted public awareness of

the need for infrastructure improvements

(A) trained (B) potential (C) elected (D) paid Phone orders that are - to local stores

by 11:00 a.m are eligible for same-day

pickup

(A) submitted (B) submission (C) submitting (D) submits

An Oswald Hardware associate will -

place an order for customers who need

larger quantities than what is in stock

(A) slightly (B) wholly (C) busily (D) gladly

Mia Daushvili performed with the Bayhead

Orchestra on Monday evening, - her

virtuosic skills on the piccolo

(A) displays (B) had displayed

(C) displaying (D) was displayed

When reviewing applicants for the clerk

position, Ms Ng will consider both education and - experience

(A) prior (B) quick (C) lean (D) calm

PART 6

Directions: Read the texts that follow A word, phrase, or sentence is missing in parts of each text

Four answer choices for each question are given below the text Select the best answer to complete

the text Then mark the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your answer sheet

Questions 131-134 refer to the following notice

D-Zine Pop

D-Zine Pop is your source for information about the latest TT in the world of fashion What

started as a social media experiment Err into a content platform with subscribers in seventeen

countries worldwide We are constantly adding features to improve our user experience and share

what apparel and clothing accessories are popular right now We also make periodic updates to

our terms of service Subscribers’ 736 access to content is contingent upon consenting to these

terms; therefore, we encourage you to review and accept them at dzinepop.com/privacy Contact

our customer service team at support@dzinepop.com if you have any questions a

131 (A) controversies 134 (A) Representatives are available 24 hours a day

(B) consumers to assist you

(C) trends (B) The changes made to our user privacy policy

(D) versions are no longer effective

(C) Fresh content is accessible through phone and

132 (A) evolving desktop apps

(B) evolution (D) We are no longer offering a discounted rate if

(C) will be evolving you renew your subscription

Questions 135-138 refer to the following advertisement

Rescue your device with Phone Tune-Up

Is your smartphone screen scratched or cracked? 735 ? Do your apps freeze or crash? The

experts at Phone Tune-Up can help! We use nothing but the best quality parts to 136 your

mobile phone Let our certified technicians save you the time and expense involved in replacing

your phone with a new one When we are 437.” you will think your old phone is brand new To make an appointment, call 604-555-0198 or visit www.phonetuneup.com Same-day service is often available 18 needed parts are in stock

(C) Do you want to complete a short

survey? 138 (A) whose

(D) Do you pay too much for your data (B) must

Questions 139-142 refer to the following press release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

SACRAMENTO (July 28)—The Sacramento-based supermarket chain Hsing Market announced

today that it is opening a branch a in San Jose in October It will occupy the building that

once housed the Watson Office Superstore located at 1539 West Oak Street, which closed last

year

Hsing Market CEO Alice Tran said, “We are very excited to FYTR open a store in San Jose TT

When the Watson building became available, we jumped on the opportunity to move in.”

As a neighborhood grocery store, Hsing Market prides itself on hiring applicants from the local

community Approximately 75 percent of all employees live within two miles of the store where

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139 (A) location 141 (A) The store features a variety of

(B) locate fresh and prepared foods

(C) to locate (B) We hope that you will be able to

(D) locating join us at our grand-opening

celebration

140 (A) finally (C) We have had our eyes on the

(B) instead city for quite some time

(C) likewise (D) Our corporate headquarters will

(D) suddenly be renovated soon

142 (A) save (B) work (C) shop (D) register

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TEST4 115

Questions 143-146 refer to the following Web page information

About Leafi Cloth

Tropick Textiles recently expanded the 7a of fabrics available on the market In its quest to

introduce environmentally friendly alternatives to cotton and other traditional fibers, the company Errn a new fiber made from materials that are typically discarded Tropick Textiles takes banana and pineapple leaves and combines them with bamboo fibers to create Leafi Cloth The plants’ leaves are ordinarily disposed of 7s the fruit is harvested Tropick Textiles’ process prevents many leaves from entering a landfill, converting them instead into usable material -

143 (A) range 146 (A) The resulting durable fabric is a suitable (B) expense substitute for cotton cloth

(C) strength (B) Inquiries regarding Leafi Cloth were

(D) appearance directed to the sales department

(C) Tropick Textiles will celebrate its one-hundredth anniversary this year (D) Manufacturing costs have been increasing for Tropick Textiles lately

144 (A) are developed

PART 7

Directions: In this part you will read a selection of texts, such as magazine and newspaper articles,

e-mails, and instant messages Each text or set of texts 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

Sign up for our Zippy Club rewards card

You could have earned 4 Zippy Club points on this transaction

Points can be used for discounted merchandise, car products,

phone accessories, and more!

(A) It has multiple locations

(B) It accepts most major credit cards

(C) It has a customer rewards program

(D) It reduced the prices of all its

Questions 149-150 refer to the following notice

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150

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Coming Soon: The Best of PBQ Radio

During the week of April 21-27, PBQ Radio will be hosting a best-of-the-decade

program The most popular tunes by recording artists from the past decade will be

played all day long Both well-known and lesser-known recording artists will be

featured We plan to showcase each artist’s top works

In addition to featuring the best music of the decade, we would like to highlight our

region’s businesses Advertising time is available for purchase Let our listeners know that your business is one of the best in the community! You can request a shout-out for your company from a program host, or our professional marketing team can write

and record a 30-second advertisement

Visit www.pbqradio.com/advertise for details and pricing

For whom most likely was the notice

written?

(A) Radio-show hosts

(B) New recording artists

(C) Business owners

(D) Sound technicians

What is true about PBQ Radio?

(A) It has been in business for ten years

(B) It is looking for experienced musicians

(C) It was voted the best station in the

community

(D) It has its own marketing department

Questions 151-152 refer to the following text-message chain

Hi, Maxine I’m running late with this delivery today

Could you contact Ms Dibello to let her know?

Maxine Larsen [11:13 A.M.]

Sure! | know that she is eager to get those new items

She says she needs to set up her kitchen properly so that she can prepare a special meal tonight What time

do you think you will arrive there?

Frank Jabati [11:15 A.M.]

I’m not sure—the road | was taking was closed for repairs The detour road has heavy traffic

Maxine Larsen [11:17 A.M.]

Sorry to hear that What’s your estimate?

Frank Jabati [11:19 A.M.]

Maybe around 1 P.M

Maxine Larsen [11:20 A.M.]

OK, great | will get in touch with Ms Dibello to confirm that she will be home at that time Then I'll get back to you

Frank Jabati [11:22 A.M.]

At 11:17 a.m., what does Ms Larsen most

likely mean when she writes, “What's your

estimate”?

(A) She must verify the distance of a route

(B) She wants to know how much traffic

there is

(C) She wants to know a delivery time

(D) She has to calculate a delivery charge

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Questions 153-154 refer to the following e-mail

To: | | Janet Hubschmann |

Date: | | September 3 | Subject: | | Thank you |

Dear Ms Hubschmann,

We here at Readymade Office Supplies are excited to welcome you to our Customers

Count rewards program Your account number 41120 is now registered

Be sure to enter your account number to earn points on all your purchases from our Web site You will earn one point for every dollar you spend on qualifying purchases Redeem your points on your account page for rewards, including free two-day expedited shipping, special discounts, and more You can still order via mail from our print catalog, over the

telephone from one of our helpful representatives, or by visiting our retail locations across the United States and Canada However, those purchases do not currently qualify for the

153 What types of purchases earn reward 154 What is a benefit of the program?

points? (A) Invitations to retail events

(A) Those made online (B) Free samples

(B) Those made by mail (C) Faster shipping

(C) Those made by phone (D) Extended product warranties (D) Those made in a store

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Questions 155-157 refer to the following letter

Native Plant Society Headquarters

Thank you for your continued support as a society member Given your recent

move, your membership has been transferred to the chapter located in the city of

Perth We will be mailing a replacement member identification card within a few

days

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Unlike the chapter in the city of Canberra, the Perth branch meets the first

Saturday of every month, so your next meeting will be in three weeks If you have

any questions, please contact us weekdays between 8:00 a.m and 4:00 p.m at

155 What is the purpose of the letter? 157 What can be concluded about the Native

(A) To announce a special event Plant Society?

(B) To explain changes based on a (A) It is under new leadership

relocation (B) Its membership is growing

(C) To propose a new meeting time (C) It is raising membership dues

(D) To request updated contact information (D) Its chapters hold monthly meetings

156 What is suggested about the city of

Canberra?

(A) It is famous for its many gardens

(B) It houses the headquarters of

Ms Davis’ organization

(C) It is where Ms Harabi previously lived

(D) It is home to some of Australia’s rarest

plants

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TEST4 121

Questions 158-160 refer to the following Web page

Green roofs are an energy-saving option for office buildings and homes A green

roof is one that’s covered with grasses, flowers, or other plants It lowers heating

and cooling costs while increasing a structure’s aesthetic appeal This Web site is

designed for sharing ideas, photos, and resources to create and maintain a green

Planting a rooftop garden is a rewarding do-it-yourself project, but special

waterproofing and other preparations require the services of an experienced

contractor Costs vary widely by region, roof size, and complexity of the garden you

want to create Be sure to get estimates from at least two contractors

lf your contractor determines that your roof can handle the extra weight of soil,

plants, and irrigation, ask about the project’s timeline Small, simple rooftop

According to the Web page, what can

visitors to the Web site do?

(A) Discuss how to create a garden

(B) Learn how to maximize vegetable

production

(C) Seek advice about landscaping

problems

(D) Help contractors calculate costs

What is NOT mentioned about green

roofs?

(A) They decrease energy bills

(B) They remove pollution from the air

(C) They make a structure more beautiful

(D) They can be installed on commercial

and residential buildings

160 In paragraph 3, line 1, the word “handle” is closest in meaning to

(A) touch (B) control (C) deliver (D) support