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 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 Receipts for all travel-related expenses must be submitted to the accounting department than Thursday (A) no more (B) no less (C) no later (D) no further 102 Even though the manager stressed that the task was_, it was not completed on time (A) beneficial (B) urgent (C) evident (D) complicated 103 The Alito family had _ a good time on their family vacation to Florida that they immediately rebooked the resort for the following year (A) such (B) very (C) so (D) much TOEIC opens excellent job opportunities Website: http://www.mshoatoeic.com 104 Mr Jennings his post at the state university to pursue a career In the private sector just three years ago (A) leaves (B) Is leaving (C) left (D) has left 105 Managers will announce a new commission-based payment model in & attempt to stimulate worker (A) organization (B) reluctance (C) discipline (D) motivation 106 Saphlre Publishing's Innovative storage and shipping system has enabled it to keep costs down and maintain a edge over other firms (A) competitively (B) competition (C) competitive (D) competing 107 PhD programs are demanding, and fewer than half the students who set out to earn doctorate actually one (A) attain (B) affirm (C) applaud (D) affix 108 Charity officials are concerned that volunteers will not be able to distribute the victims of the earthquake (A) overall (B) enough (C) all (D) full TOEIC opens excellent job opportunities Website: http://www.mshoatoeic.com 109 Kimberly requested that the contractors fax the construction estimates to as soon as they were finalized (A) herself (B) hers (C) she (D) her 110 The budget airline does not provide refunds for canceled flights, _ does It offer overnight accommodations for stranded passengers (A) nor (B) and (C) whether (D) that 111 Reporters at Channel News should have worked harder to confirm the scandalous story before it to the world as fact (A) announcing (B) announced (C) announces (D) announcement 112 Academic performance and participation in extracurricular activities are both important factors determining which students are awarded scholarships (A) at (B) in (C) of (D) by 113 The photographer timed his visit to Indonesia to with the harvest festival that takes place each year throughout the country (A) coincide (B) adjust (C) agree (D) conform TOEIC opens excellent job opportunities Website: http://www.mshoatoeic.com 114 Formal work attire has been mandated by management In order to foster an atmosphere of _ in the office (A) hospitality (B) morale (C) immediacy (D) professionalism 115 The Environmental Waste Management Department has failed to find _ trace of the toxins that were spilled into the river (A) others (B) no (C) any (D) none 116 desk Questions online checkouts should be directed to the librarian on duty at the virtual help (A) related to (B) considering (C) upon (D) according to 117 Employees in the sales department are encouraged to familiarize with the new promotional materials before they go out into the field (A) their (B) theirs (C) them (D) themselves 118 The instructions, though admittedly , provide enough information for the average consumer to complete the task of assembly (A) thorough (B) vague (C) surreal (D) detailed TOEIC opens excellent job opportunities Website: http://www.mshoatoeic.com 119 Play in the baseball game will _as soon as the field has been cleared of the garbage thrown down by fans (A) halt (B) resume (C) excite (D) develop 120 The political candidate promptly reorganized his staff his landslide defeat in the primaries (A) follows (B) followed (C) following (D) to follow 121 It is the belief of the board that implementation of the new software protocols will not be finished this month even by next month (A) mostly (B) ever (C) nearly (D) overlap 122 The chairman, speaking at length and to the rest of the committee, finally persuaded them to endorse his plan (A) convincingly (B) remarkably (C) subtly (D) anxiously 123 Celina was _ for creating the advertising campaign responsible for a 220% jump in the sales of household cleaning products (A) ensured (B) commended (C) incorporated TOEIC opens excellent job opportunities Website: http://www.mshoatoeic.com (D) reprimanded 124 Since the training course, over 30 employees have exceeded their quotas, _previously only around 20 had done so (A) despite (B) whereas (C) unless (D) because 125 When the delayed train finally arrives, Irritated passengers g on the platform for nearly six hours (A) have been waiting (B) will be waiting (C) have waited (D) will have been waiting 126 Negotiators for the two corporations have been mired in discussions for weeks but are now said to be _ to finalizing an agreement (A) closed (B) closing (C) closest (D) close 127 The machine must be kept within a temperature range of 50 to 75 degrees Fahrenheit to achieve _ performance (A) diverse (B) optimal (C) sequential (D) relative 128 For over 30 years, Belinda Davis has demonstrated her passionate _ to this community, and she deserves to be elected its mayor (A) commitment (B) communication (C) committee (D) commission TOEIC opens excellent job opportunities Website: http://www.mshoatoeic.com 129 Ms Park has proven herself quite performing tasks for teams in each of the company’s eight departments (A) versatile (B) ordinary (C) resilient (0) substantial 130 Temple Motors, maker of the once-popular Rabbit Coupe, is ceasing production of the model, due to declining sales (A) reports (B) reported (C) reporter (D) reportedly 131 Without a _ from a receiver, the delivery person is not permitted to leave the package unattended outside of the building (A) recommendation (B) signature (C) certificate (D) stature 132 Located in the center of East St Louis, the McKinley Mansion provides a rare link to the past in this _ modem city (A) otherwise (B) previously (C) variously (D) instead 133 Sales of plastic water bottles dropped ,from 590 a month to just 110 a month, because of the report on plastic toxicity (A) sharply (B) meanly (C) gradually (D) hardly TOEIC opens excellent job opportunities Website: http://www.mshoatoeic.com 134 Corporations should submit quarterly earning predictions and profit statements to news services because _ should be easy for ordinary investors to track their activities (A) who (B) it (C) that (D) they 135 Data Processing, Inc Is expected to_ a new line of state-of-the-art computer processors during next month’s Information and Technology Industry Fair (A) remodel (B) fabricate (C) unveil (D) solicit 136 Had Michelle not anticipated the supply shortage and put in an early order, the company surely the contract (A) would have forfeited (B) would forfeit (C) had forfeited (D) forfeits 137 _in the costs of basic materials, including copper, cement, and even plywood, have made it virtually impossible for construction firms to accurately forecast their spending (A) Invitations (B) Exposures (C) Fluctuations (D) Allowances 138 Mr Reynolds systematically rewarded the employees who had done favors for him In the past, while simultaneously discriminating against _ who had not (A) those (B) them (C) theirs (D) these TOEIC opens excellent job opportunities Website: http://www.mshoatoeic.com 139 The Pinnacle Tower, which stands at 111 Broad Street, is the building _ the accounting firm Finewell & Sons keeps its main office (A) what (B) which (C) where (D) who 140 Urban Apparel, Ltd has assured the public that ■_from the sale of its “Save New Orleans" T-shirts will go directly to survivors of Hurricane Katrina (A) benefits (B) proceeds (C) savings (D) supplement TOEIC opens excellent job opportunities Website: http://www.mshoatoeic.com PART Directions: Read the texts that follow A word or phrase is missing in some of the sentences Four answer choices are given below each of 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 Now, more than ever, business success means keeping up not only with commercial and economic developments, at the local and national levels, but also around the world At International Business Daily (IBD), we pride_in offering just that 141 (A) it (B) ourselves (C) those (D) us IBD has been the most trusted source for International 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160 What ts the purpose of the form? To ascertain the value of a customer's porch (B) To bill a customer for construction work completed (C) To establish the details of an upcoming renovation (D) To describe the damages sustained by a customer’s property 161 How much would Mr Whitefield have paid in total when the project materials arrive? (A) (A) $972.50 (B) $1.945 (C) $2.917.50 (D) $3,890 Questions 162-164 refer to the following email To: Customer Service Team From: Eileen Nix Customer Service Manager Subject: New protocols Following the launch last month of our latest round of software updates, which affected our entire suite of office productivity programs, we have seen a steep increase in customer complaints Mostly, the public is having a difficult time understanding the changes we made to functionality, security, and the general appearance of the programs In monitoring random instances of communication between customers and this department I’ve encountered several recurring problems that need to be addressed The first thing you should always when you receive a complaint over the phone or by email is to reassure the customer that the changes were made to facilitate their use of the programs This helps put them at ease and leads to an overwhelming success rate in such interactions Secondly, you must never leave the customer with the impression that the company is taking the blame in any way This simply encourages them to take more drastic actions, such as demanding a refund or avoiding our products in the future The points above represent general guidelines that all customer service personnel should bear in mind Additionally, I will be meeting with select individuals to discuss specific strategies that I feel have been lacking in their handling of the recent influx of complaints TOEIC opens excellent job opportunities Website: http://www.mshoatoeic.com 162 Why did Ms Nix write the email? (A) To alert team members to an approaching policy change (B) To deliver instructions displeased customers for 163 What are workers told not to do? (A) Become frustrated (B) Admit fault (C) Process customer refunds (D) Complain about customers 164 What will happen next? (A) All team members will attend training (B) The company's software will be updated (C) The customers will receive apologies handling (C) To instruct workers on how to provide technical support (D To show appreciation for the effort her team has made (D) The manager will address issues case by case TOEIC opens excellent job opportunities Website: http://www.mshoatoeic.com Questions 165-167 refer to the following advertisement Traveling to Mexico is expensive and time-consuming, and in some areas it can even be life-threatening! So why go all the way there to shop when you can find the same great artisan crafts at similar prices right here in Webberville? At South of the Border, our acquisition agents are the best in the business They scour the entire country to find the most unique woven textiles, the most authentic furniture pieces, and the most stunning art pieces to bring back to customers in the Webberville area! Not only that, but at South of the Border we are committed to stocking products that are made according to the principles of fair trade In fact, over 50% of our inventory is certified by the Commission on Fair Trade Goods, the only international body authorized to disburse such distinctions So when you shop at South of the Border, you know you're not only going to get authentic, high-quality merchandise, but you'll also be helping support hard-working artisans from all over Mexico! 165 Whet is being advertised? (C) Produce fair trade goods (A) A specialty home décor shop (D) Evaluate Mexican products (B) A travel agency in Webberville 167 What is mentioned about fair trade? (C) A fair trade certification business (A) Its main function is to ensure authenticity (D) A Mexican tourism authority (B) It Is most prevalent among Mexican workers 166 What South of the Border acquisition agents NOT do? (C) It applies to nearly the entire inventory (A) Transport merchandise (D) It is judged by a single organization (B) Travel to Mexico Questions 168-171 refer to the following article University textbooks cost an arm and a leg This is seen not as opinion but as fact by all parties involved—students, professors, university bookstores, and even textbook publishers themselves Depending on which studies you cite, the average college student will spend about $1,000 on classroom texts this year That's a big jump from $900 two years ago and an increase of a whopping 40% since 2000, when figures were around $700 In some cases, students attending low-cost community and state colleges are actually spending more on books than they are on tuition each semester Fortunately, though, efforts are being! I made to ease the textbook burden for students— and their parents, who are often responsible for paying the bills A law was passed during the last legislative session aimed at providing reduced-cost textbook alternatives For example, the law I dismantles so-called textbook -packages.’ which include DVDs, workbooks, and other superfluous material, requiring publishers to also offer the book for sale by itself In addition, publishers must send professors updated pricing information before each semester begins, so that they may decide on essential readings taking into TOEIC opens excellent job opportunities Website: http://www.mshoatoeic.com account the economic strain on students New businesses are also stepping in to provide relief Textbook rental agencies lend out new or lightly used books to students for the semester for sometimes less than half of the purchase price Also, many publishers are starting to offer e-book versions of their texts, available chapter by chapter 168 What is the article mainly about? (A) The most recent textbook price hikes (B) Textbook costs exceeding tuition costs 170 do? Under the new law what must publishers (A) Offer cheaper DVDs and workbooks (B) Sell books individually (C) A law to make textbooks more affordable (C) Provide discounts to professors (D) (D) Communicate with parents Responses to elevated textbook costs 169 How much have annual textbook costs risen since 2000? 171 What can a book rental shop to help students save money on textbooks? (A) $300 (A) Offer them a loan to buy books (B) $700 (B) Sell them a portion of an e-book (C) $900 (C) Lend them books at a reduced price (D) $1,000 (D) Convince professors not to change text Questions 172-175 refer to the following memo TOEIC opens excellent job opportunities Website: http://www.mshoatoeic.com 172 What is mainly discussed in the memo? 174 What is indicated about Myers-Lawson? (A) Efforts to secure a contract (A) It experienced substantial expansion (B) The reasons a contract was won (B) Its assets are being devalued (C) It is worth almost as much as WBP (C) Advice contracts for securing international (D) Its business is only conducted overseas (D) A company's reaction to winning a contract 175 What will happen starting October 5? 173 The word “concerns” in paragraph 1, line 4, is closest in meaning to (A) The board will meet to discuss a merger with Myers-Lawson (A) companies (B) Ideas regarding the handling of the restructuring will be considered (B) worries (C) affairs (C) Some members of department will be transferred (D) problems (D) the consulting Employees will be expected to arrange TOEIC opens excellent job opportunities Website: http://www.mshoatoeic.com Questions 176-180 refer to the following article A record number of people are out OÍ work in Westfield County due to the recession And that means a record number of Westfield County residents are looking for a job, sometimes in a field utterly different from the one they have been trained for This is exactly what Angelina Caruthers, founder and director of Westfield Bee Services, is counting on *lf you're out of work and looking for a way to start with a clean slate, beekeeping is likely the perfect answer," Caro there says "The market for domestic honeybee pollination services among Westfield farmers is healthy, and it's nowhere near to being adequately filled That's a recipe for business success." To capitalize on this scenario, Caruthers's company has announced a series of beekeeping workshops, to be held every Wednesday and Saturday at the office of Westfield Bee Services in Becksburg After attending just three sessions and successfully completing a certification exam, j anyone who chooses to can become a licensed beekeeper, purchase a colony and launch their very own bee service startup The cost of the three-class course is $220, paid up front and in full, and registration forms are available from the Westfield Bee Services website "It's really a win-win situation," Caruthers continues "The unemployed get an opportunity to create and run their own business, county farmers get access to more pollination providers, and the general public gets an increase in the amount of fruits and vegetables grown in Westfield 176 What is the main idea of the article? (A) A company is offering a training service (B) The demand for pollination in Westfield is In decline (C) Unemployment figures continue to rise (D) Beekeeping is the fastest growing industry in Westfield 177 The word “counting" in paragraph 1, line 8, Is closest in meaning to (A) depending (B) measuring (C) waiting (D) leaning 178 Who is Angelina Caruthers? (A) A pollination scientist (B) A farmer (C) A job seeker TOEIC opens excellent job opportunities Website: http://www.mshoatoeic.com (D) An entrepreneur 179 What must someone to become a licensed beekeeper? (A) Take three weeks of classes (B) Pass a specialized test (C) Subscribe to a website (D) Purchase a colony of bees 180 According to the article, what is NOT a benefit of the beekeeping course? (A) A boost to the Westfield economy (B) A larger stock of produce for consumers (C) Entrepreneurial potential for Job hunters (D) More services available to local growers Questions 181-185 refer to the following article and email From: Evelyn Arenett To: Maria Santos Subject: Just read the news Maria, what a terribly pleasant surprise it was to find the WonTech press release in my inbox this morning Why didn't you tell me the news earlier?! who would have thought fifteen years ago, when we were both struggling to get ahead at Datadym Industries, that you would one day be CFO of WonTech International? I'm so proud of you And, I have another reason to be happy—it sounds as if you'll be in Vancouver this week! I'm sure you remember that I moved here last year to take a job with the nonprofit investment firm of Davis&Lee I haven't had many chances to explore the city, as they're TOEIC opens excellent job opportunities Website: http://www.mshoatoeic.com keeping me pretty busy at work, but I know some great spots to grab lunch or perhaps lake in some sights Should you have any time to spare during your visit, there's nothing I would enjoy more than getting the chance to catch up and congratulate you in person You must be so excited about this opportunity, and I know you're up to the task I had the pleasure of meeting Mr Mata several years ago at a conference, and he seemed very capable I'm sure he's left the office in good shape for you I've also had positive dealings with your boss here in Vancouver I only hope your replacement is able to fill your shoes in Sydney—I'm sure you'll be missed there! Looking forward to seeing you, - Eve 181 What Is mentioned about Ms Santos? (B) To congratulate her on her promotion (A) She will relocate from Vancouver to Sydney (C) To invite her to a symphony performance (B) She runs the company’s second-largest office (D) job (C) She often attends musical performances 184 What would Ms Arnett like to this week? (D) She has a reputation for being overly strict (A) Reminisce with a friend (B) Explore more of the city (C) Attend a business luncheon (D) Participate in a group tour 182 In the press release, the word "assume" In line is closest In meaning to To request information about her (A) transform (B) believe 185 Who does Ms Arnett NOT know personally? (C) seize (A) Maria Santos (D) undertake (B) Kevin Bright (C) Roger Mata (D) Kenneth Song 183 Why did Ms Arnett write to Ms Santos? (A) To offer her a position at a nonprofit organization Questions 186-190 refer to the following emails TOEIC opens excellent job opportunities Website: http://www.mshoatoeic.com From: Sam Gentry To: Bridgette Kuhn Subject: For the "Get to Know Us" section of the website Hi Bridgctte, I've been put in charge of building the "Get to Know Us" page on the new website, and I came up with the idea of including a personal photo and favorite quote for everyone I've enlisted the j help of Janet Derbish to collect this material, and she's already spoken with more than 20 people However, what she's found is a lot of them don't have any personal photos available that the/d I like to post on the website So, I thought that we might have a group photo shoot one day this I week to collect images of everyone in the office Someone mentioned to me that you have a degree | in photojournalism, and I was wondering if you might be interested in taking charge of the shoot Please let me know soon if you're able to this - Sam From: Bridgette Kuhn To: Sam Gentry Subject: Re: For the “Get to Know Us" section of the website Hi Sam, What a great idea about posting photos of everyone on the new website! I think that will give it a real personal touch To answer your question, though I actually studied journalism in college not photojournalism In fact, the only camera I own Is the one on my phone! So I don't think I’m the best person to spearhead the photo shoot But if you’re still looking for someone I can recommend one of my colleagues here in the IT department: Jorge Morales He Is a gifted amateur photographer and runs an online shop in his spare time through which he sells his photos His extension is 204 If you'd like to talk to him yourself, or I can have him call you Also, I haven't been contacted by Ms Derbish yet, but I have a personal photo that I wouldn't mind contributing to the webpage, which I’ll attach to this email And here is my favorite quote- | by William James: The art of being wise is knowing what to overlook.” Let me know if you need anything else Bridgette 186 How Mr Gentry and Ms Kuhn probably Know each other? (A) client Ms Kuhn is Mr Gentry’s IT TOEIC opens excellent job opportunities Website: http://www.mshoatoeic.com (B) They are employees of the same company (D) To explain how she met an acquaintance (C) They went to the same university 189 What does Ms Kuhn suggest about Mr.Morales? (D) Mr Gentry is an old friend of Ms Kuhn (A) He was recently hired by an IT company 187 Who is in charge of gathering quotes? (B) He earned a college degree In photojournalism (A) Sam Gentry (C) He is working a second job to make ends meet (B) Bridgette Kuhn (C) Jorge Morales (D) Janet Derbish (D) He has more experience with a task than she does 188 Why does Ms Kuhn mention that she studied journalism? 190 What information is NOT included in Ms.Kuhn’s email? (A) Who her favorite author is (A) To correct a misunderstanding (B) A way to reach Mr Morales (B) Job To prove her qualifications for a (C) How to find her picture (D) Her chosen words of wisdom (C) To elaborate on her educational background TOEIC opens excellent job opportunities Website: http://www.mshoatoeic.com Questions 191-195 refer to the following invoice and form Order Summary #350-60*30900 Customer name: Edgar West Summary date: Jan 17 Shipping date: Jan 23 Estimated delivery date: Jan 27 Hartford Office Supply customer policies: * All orders are shipped via certified express mail, at customer's expense * Returns are accepted on all non*customized products within 30 days of customer's receipt To request a refund or exchange, a customer must complete the return form found on the back of this page and mail the product(s) In question, at his/her expense, to the following address: Hartford Office Supply Customer Returns Dept 2305 Warehouse Rd Toronto, ON Canada Any questions, concerns, or complaints should be directed to the Hartford Customer Service Dept at (416) 555-1200 TOEIC opens excellent job opportunities Website: http://www.mshoatoeic.com Product Retum Form Description of product(S) being returned: Divergex paper cutter, model #DX-15 Type of return requested: x _ exchange _ refund Reason for return: The product appears to have suffered some damage during shipping The cutter arm has been bent just above where it attaches to the cutting platform, so it is impossible to bring the arm down straight onto the platform Also, there are several deep scratches on the surface of the platform, and some of the point on the arm has been chipped off._ Further comments: I’m unable to reuse the original packaging material, as the box has also been severely damaged Instead, I’ve found another box of roughly the same dimensions I hope this is okay How may we reach you with any potential questions? By phone ie the easiest: 555-3201_ Please include this form along with the produces(s) being returned, package them in the original product container, and affix a computer-printed address label with the address listed on the opposite side of this page 191 Which single Item In Mr West’s order is the cheapest? 192 What kind of items cannot be returned? (A) A box of pens (A) items personalized (B) A box of pencils (C) A set of stationery (D) A box of staples (B) that have been Items damaged during shipping (C) items unaccompanied by an original receipt TOEIC opens excellent job opportunities Website: http://www.mshoatoeic.com (D) items ordered more than a month ago (B) He does not know how to properly use the paper cutter 193 What is Mr West attempting to do? (C) He is a repeat customer of Hartford Office Supply (A) Submit a review of a product (B) Request a replacement product (D) He must pay the shipping cost for the return (C) Inquire about the policy for returns 195 Which policy is Mr West NOT going to follow? (D) Receive a refund of $30.00 (A) agent Contacting a customer service 194 What is implied about Mr West? (B) Printing a correct address label (C) Using the original container (D) Completing the return form (A) He can return his order any time after February 17 Questions 196-200 refer to the following emails From Business Strategies Seminar Subject: Registration Greetings You are receiving this notice because you have submitted a registration form to attend ihe 6th annual Princeton Business Strategies Seminar, put on by the Princeton League of Business leaders To our delight, we have received more than twice as many registrations this year as we had for previous seminars If this participant count is correct, it will warrant the switching of event facilities from the conference room at the Princeton Town Office, where the seminar is normally held, to somewhere that offers more space Before we commit to such a change, we are asking all registered participants ¡0 please reconfirm their intention to take part in the Princeton Business Strategies Seminar, August 16-19 Regardless of how many participants attend, the seminar program will not change The keynote presentation, titled 'Expanding Your Business Reoch Using Social Media,” will be given by Pamela Amen, chairperson of the Princeton League of Business Leaders, on the closing day of the event Other! distinguished speakers will include Jutia Mooney, Lynne Bialek, and Charles Fang, addressing the issues of international branding, responding to unexpected supply shortages, and economic forecasts in the age of global warming, respectively, Clearly, you're not going to want to miss this one! From: Jared Fuller TOEIC opens excellent job opportunities Website: http://www.mshoatoeic.com To: Business Strategies Seminar Subject: Re: Registration Dear seminar staff, My name is Jared Fuller, director of overseas marketing with Wishbone Entertainment, and I submitted my original registration for the event on July 17 Per your request, I am writing to confirm my plans to attend the 6th annual Princeton Business Strategies Seminar However, in the interest of helping you better estimate the total number of participants, I should inform you that I will only be present during the first two days of the seminar My colleague at Wishbone, Sarah Waitsfield, will take my place for the remainder of the event She has submitted a separate registration, but I suppose for your purposes you may count the two of us as one participant, since we will not both be attending at the same time Thank you, and I look forward to the conference - Jared Fuller 196 What is the purpose of the first email? Ạ)To announce the program of a business conference (B) To request that individuals verify their plans (C) To encourage businesspeople to register for an event (D) To report on the success of a professional seminar 197 In the first email, the word “warrant” in paragraph 1, line 4, is closest in meaning to (A) consider (B) support (C)guarantee (D)authorize TOEIC opens excellent job opportunities Website: http://www.mshoatoeic.com 198 What is indicated about this year’s Princeton Business Strategies Seminar? (A) It will be held at a new venue (B) It has attracted more interest than expected (C) It will feature more speakers than it did last year (D) H experienced some problems with its registration process 199 Whose presentation would Mr Fuller likely be most interested In? (A) Lynne Bialek (B) Charles Fang (C) Pamela Amen (D) Julia Mooney 200 What does Mr Fuller say about Ms Waitsfield? (A) She has decided participate in the event not to (B) She plans to deliver a speech at the seminar (C) She failed to registration request send in her (D) She will attend the second half of the seminar TOEIC opens excellent job opportunities Website: http://www.mshoatoeic.com [...]... 149 (A) diagnose (B) afford (C) implement (D) orient TOEIC opens excellent job opportunities Website: http://www.mshoatoeic.com your auto trouble In record time What's more, we'll tell you what's worth spending the money to fix and what's not! Clearly, we're not your average mechanics! TOEIC opens excellent job opportunities Website: http://www.mshoatoeic.com Questions 150-152 refer to the following... for sale by itself In addition, publishers must send professors updated pricing information before each semester begins, so that they may decide on essential readings taking into TOEIC opens excellent job opportunities Website: http://www.mshoatoeic.com account the economic strain on students New businesses are also stepping in to provide relief Textbook rental agencies lend out new or lightly used... figures continue to rise (D) Beekeeping is the fastest growing industry in Westfield 177 The word “counting" in paragraph 1, line 8, Is closest in meaning to (A) depending (B) measuring (C) waiting (D) leaning 178 Who is Angelina Caruthers? (A) A pollination scientist (B) A farmer (C) A job seeker TOEIC opens excellent job opportunities Website: http://www.mshoatoeic.com (D) An entrepreneur 179 What must... long it will take (C) In city council minutes (C) Who win do the work (D) In a local newspaper (D) When it will start Questions 155-156 refer to the following announcement TOEIC opens excellent job opportunities Website: http://www.mshoatoeic.com It has recently been brought to the attention of management that employees are abusing the privilege of access to our on-site cafeteria Many workers have been... security system (B) 30 minutes (C) A cafeteria renovation (C) 1 hour (D) A companywlde pay cut (D) 1 hour and a half Questions 157 -159 refer to the following information TOEIC opens excellent job opportunities Website: http://www.mshoatoeic.com workers 157 Where would the information most llkely ba found? 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