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• TOEIC Part 7 (Reading Comprehension) •

Questions 147-149 refer to the following press release.

147. What event took place at 25 Cleveland Ave. Street? (A) A job fair (B) An IT seminar (C) An opening celebration (D) A business workshop 148. What is indicated about Mr. Stevens? (A) He is working in Montgomery temporarily. (B) He started his career at the superstore. (C) He was the head recruiter taking charge of hiring 1,000 employees. (D) He was a former president of Falcon Tech Services.

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.

149. What is mentioned about Bankvest? (A) Its Montgomery office was designed by a famous architect. (B) It provides services for clients on more than one continent. (C) It specializes in personal banking. (D) Its Montgomery office is ten years old.

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Questions 150-152 refer to the following e-mail.

150. Why did Mr. Wright receive the e-mail? (A) He is handling the lecture schedules. (B) He is invited to give a lecture. (C) He is a member of GADI. (D) He is applying for the job. 151. What is indicated about the lectures? (A) They are focused on a particular profession. (B) They are free of charge. (C) They take place every month. (D) They will be held at GADI headquarters.

152. What is NOT mentioned as something that can be found on the GADI website? (A) Registration information (B) A list of lecture topics (C) The dates and times of the lectures (D) Profiles of the lecturers

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Questions 153-154 refer to the following form.

153. What is indicated about the package?

(A) It does not need a signature. (B) It must only be picked up at the post office. (C) It was damaged during the shipping. (D) It could not be delivered previously.

154. What is Ms. Filips asked to do? (A) Contact a delivery company (B) Pay an extra delivery fee (C) Request a tracking number

(D) Leave a form in her mailbox

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Questions 155-157 refer to the following Web page.

155. What is mentioned about the instructors? (A) They have published many articles. (B) They provide recommendations

for their students. (C) They are involved in research. (D) They give tours of their laboratories.

156. What is NOT indicated about Robotics for Kids? (A) It gives young children a chance to work in a laboratory. (B) It encourages children to join international competitions. (C) Its participants have received some scholarships.

(D) It teaches children how to build robots.

157. What are parents asked to do? (A) Check course requirements (B) Purchase some tools (C) Complete scholarship forms

(D) Attend an orientation

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Questions 158-160 refer to the following advertisement.

158. What is being advertised?

(A) A change to a shipping policy (B) A store’s new name (C) A discount on online shopping (D) A newly renovated website

159. What is available for the first time? (A) Home-decoration items (B) Footwear (C) Sportswear (D) Women’s clothing

160. Based on the advertisement, what will happen on July 1? (A) A children’s department will open. (B) Free gifts will be provided for customers. (C) Customers will pay regular price. (D) The free shipping policy will be canceled

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Questions 161-162 refer to the following invoice.

161. When is the purchase scheduled to arrive? (A) On May 10 (B) On May 12 (C) On May 20 (D) On May 25

Product Description Product Number Quantity Unit Cost Total

Lily White Comforter 00175 50 $55.00 USD $2,750.00 USD

Lily White Pillowcase Set 00176 50 $20.00 USD $1,250.00 USD

International Shipping Invoice Shipping $657.00 USD

Total $4,657.00 USD

Cloud Delight Company Yongsan Dong 2

Seoul, South Korea 021-729 Phone: (82) 439-2100-333

E-mail: sales@clouddelight.co.kr

Sold To: Ship To:

Colley Design New York Colley Design New York Warehouse 6 Horatio St. 11 Perry St. New York, NY 10030 New York, NY 10030

Invoice #: 00091805 Order Date: 10 May Invoice Date: 12 May Export Date: 20 May Delivery Type: Express Air Expected Delivery Date: 25 May

162. What is indicated on the invoice? (A) Shipping fee has been added. (B) The products will be sent to multiple locations. (C) Payment will be due on delivery. (D) The order was placed online.

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Questions 163-165 refer to the following notice.

OFFICE CLOSED FOR RENOVATIONS

Please be informed that the Hopefield branch office of Western Cape Newspaper (WCN) is closed as we undergo substantial improvements to our offices. The Hopefield office will re-open on 1 April.

Note that WCN’s Columnist Internship Program is being held at our Worcester branch and runs from 1 March to 1 April. This program provides internship sessions of one week, two weeks, and four weeks for those interested in writing articles and editorials.

WCN has a circulation of more than 20,000 readers, a number that continues to grow. For the past five years, Western Cape Newspaper has been voted top English Newspaper in South Africa. For further information, visit www.westerncapenewspaper.com or call 022-3932-1189

163. Why has the Hopefield office closed?

(A) The enterprise has gone out of business. (B) The branch is relocating. (C) The building is being remodeled. (D) The company has been sold.

164. Where would this notice likely be seen?

(A) On the gate of the company building (B) On an institute bulletin board (C) In a listing of a job openings (D) In the lobby of a travel agency

165. What is NOT indicated about WCN? (A) It has more than one office. (B) It is published on a website only. (C) It recruits some interns. (D) It has more than 20,000 readers.

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Questions 166-167 refer to the following text-message chain.

166. Where does Mr. Brown and Ms. Hudson most likely work? (A) At a travel center (B) At a clothing store (C) At a repair shop (D) At a theater

167. At 9:12 AM, what does Mr. Brown mean when he types, “I’d be glad to”? (A) He will request a day off from work. (B) He can take Ms. Hudson’s shift. (C) He will pay for the auto repair bill. (D) He is able to meet with Ms. Hudson at 1.

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Questions 168-171 refer to the following article.

168. What advice does the article give about using social media? (A) Choose platforms carefully. (B) Try using as many sites as possible. (C) Have one employee for managing accounts. (D) Avoid posting company’s information. 169. What is NOT mentioned as a benefit of using social media? (A) It costs less than traditional media. (B) It spreads information quickly. (C) It gives customers chances to give feedback. (D) It does not require much technical knowledge.

170. For whom is this article most likely intended? (A) A web designer (B) A small business owner (C) A financial analyst (D) A news broadcaster

171. In which of the positions marked [1], [2], [3], and [4] does the following sentence best belong? “Others require less maintenance.” (A) [1] (B) [2] (C) [3] (D) [4]

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Questions 172-175 refer to the following online chat discussion.

172. What information does Mr. Cooper ask for? (A) The color selections of the walls (B) The patterns of the curtains (C) The design of the flooring materials (D) The size of the furniture 173. At 11:25 AM, what does Ms. Price most likely mean when she writes, “He’s done”? (A) Mr. Banes has finished his phone call. (B) Mr. Cooper has done with the flooring work. (C) She does not know how long the call will take. (D) She has decided on the flooring materials.

174. What is a promise Mr. Cooper made to Mr. Banes? (A) He will complete the installation by the end of the day. (B) He will obtain some information for him. (C) He will send the contractor’s contact to him. (D) He will take the furniture out of the van. 175. Why most likely is the work being done? (A) A building owner wanted to remove some furniture. (B) A new business is opening soon. (C) An office is going to be sold. (D) A company wanted to renovate its workspace.

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Question 176-180 refer to the following advertisement and form.

NOVA APPAREL Nova Apparel’s Annual Clearance Sale!

February 1-15 Stock up on workplace essentials at incredible prices!

WOOL PANTS – These pants can be paired with a jacket and shoes for the office, or with a casual shirt for a date on weekends. Available in light beige or khaki. Item Code: #P016, $69.00

ELEGANT DRESS SHIRTS. – Made from a wrinkle-free cotton fabric from Paris. These shirts are especially good for long days at the office! Available in white, blue, old rose, and light green. Item Code: #S005, $35.99

PREMIUM QUALITY SHIRTS. – Made from our finest English cotton. Hand-stitched collar and cuffs. 100% silver buttons. Available in white, cream, light grey, and baby blue. Item Code: #PS038, $89.00

Shipping Information: Orders under $70 will be shipped at a flat rate of $10. Orders between $70 and $200 will be shipped at a flat rate of $20. Shipping for orders over $200 is free of charge.

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176. What is indicated about Nova Apparel? (A) Its site will be closed on February 15. (B) All of its clothes are handmade. (C) It is located in Misty Town. (D) Its clearance sale is held once per year. 177. For whom is the advertisement most likely attended? (A) Those who are preparing for vacation. (B) Those who love outdoor activities. (C) Those who normally work in an office. (D) Those who enjoy shopping at department stores. 178. What is Ms. Clarke buying from Nova Apparel? (A) Some shirts (B) Some jackets (C) A few pairs of pants (D) Three pairs of shoes

179. How much will Ms. Clarke probably spend for shipping? (A) $0 (B) $10 (C) $20 (D) $70 180. What information is NOT included in the advertisement? (A) The colors available for each product (B) The sizes available for each product (C) The item number of each product (D) The material of each product

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Questions 181-185 refer to the following web page and form.

Welcome to Glendale International Airport

The Lost and Found Office at Glendale International Airport is situated in Terminal 1 on the ground level. The office is open daily from 6:00 A.M. in the morning to 12:00 A.M. at night. Items found in the airport terminals, curbside areas, parking areas, or airport-operated shuttles are stored for 90 days before being discarded. For belongings that were left or discovered in an aircraft, please contact the airline directly.

To request assistance with locating a missing item, click the “Lost Property Report” link on the page. Describe the missing property in as much detail as possible. Include the date that you lost the item, a good time for us to contact you, and your telephone number or e-mail address. Once we receive your completed form, we will make every attempt to locate your lost item and notify you of its availability as soon as possible. Items can be claimed in person during our regular business hours or sent to your office or house for the cost of shipping and handling. Either way, a signature will be required upon receipt.

GIA Lost Property Report

Today’s Date: 12 April Date Item Lost: 11 April Name: Bernard Svensson Address: 45 Gordon Terrace Street, Barton, UK 320162 Home Phone: 079 7786 0973 Work Phone: ____________________ E-mail: bernard.svensson@mymail.com Preferred time to reach you: __________________ Preferred method of contact: home phone Preferred method of receipt: mailed to my address

Description of lost property:

Men’s winter coat, Dark Grey. Label inside reads “To my loving son, Bernard.” I traveled on British Star Airways from Glendale to Barton and left the coat on one of the airport shuttlebuses that transports passengers between terminals.

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181. Based on the web page information, what is missing from Mr. Svensson’s form? (A) An item description (B) A work phone number (C) A time (D) A method of receipt

182. What is true about Mr. Svensson?

(A) He recently traveled by plane. (B) He temporarily visited Glendale. (C) He stayed near Glendale International Airport. (D) He works for British Star Airways.

183. Why would Mr. Svensson be asked to provide a signature? (A) To submit a claim form (B) To accept edited travel itinerary (C) To acknowledge a refund for returned items (D) To confirm he has received his lost property

184. According to the web page, for what is there a charge?

(A) Home delivery (B) A phone call (C) Storage space (D) A lost-item search

185. What is indicated about Mr. Svensson’s coat?

(A) It was his customer’s. (B) It was a gift from his family member. (C) It was found on an airplane. (D) It has his wallet in one of the pocket

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Questions 186-190 refer to the following notice, e-mail, and feedback form.

To: Guest Reception Staff <grstaff@princemauna.com> From: Penny Spencer <penny.s@princemauna.com> Date: October 5 Subject: Update in Activity’s Schedules

Hi everyone, I’d like to inform you all about the change in this month’s program of guest activities. Hina’ea Akana and Helena Nalanie will be on vacation during October 12-20. I will lead Hina’ea’s activities and Ivan Akoni will lead Helena’s. Everything will return to normal on October 21, when Hina’ea and Helena are back. Regards,

Penny Spencer Guest Reception Manager, Prince Mauna Hotel

Prince Mauna Hotel Scheduled guest activities in October

All activities begin at 11:00 AM at the Guest Reception Desk in the lobby.

Activity and Instructor Description Every Tuesday – Local History Tour Conducted by Hanini Lonoehu

A 2-hour tour which participants will learn about the history of Waikiki. No charge.

Every Wednesday – Surfing Lesson Conducted by Kahoni Onakea

Learn to surf the waves of Waikiki. Participants must be a good swimmer and be at least 12 years old. $40 per person.

Every Thursday – Flower Crafts (Hawaiian Style) Conducted by Hina'ea Akana

You will be guided in the making of a lei: a beautiful Hawaiian flower garland. All supplies included. $15 per person.

Every Friday – Hawaiian Cooking Class Conducted by Helena Nalanie (Head Chef)

Learn how to cook traditional Hawaiian dishes. (The lesson can be customized for vegetarian participants.) Participants must be at least 12 years old. $25 per person.

For further information or signing up, please visit our Guest Reception Desk.

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186. What is the purpose of the e-mail? (A) To respond to an inquiry (B) To make changes to a schedule (C) To introduce new employees (D) To inform staff’s workshop schedules 187. What activity can be tailored?

(A) Tuesday’s activity (B) Wednesday’s activity (C) Thursday’s activity (D) Friday’s activity 188. Who taught the course enjoyed by Ms. Graham and her daughter?

(A) Mr. Lonoehu (B) Mr. Onakea (C) Ms. Spencer (D) Ms. Akana

189. In the feedback form, the work “skip” in paragraph 1, line 3, is closest in meaning to (A) look over (B) jump (C) take charge of (D) miss 190. What are Ms. Graham’s children planning to do in Australia? (A) Tuesday’s activity (B) Wednesday’s activity (C) Thursday’s activity (D) Friday’s activity

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Questions 191-195 refer to the following instruction, letter, and text message.

Instructions for Saint Monica University Press Authors. Saint Monica University Press is pleased to be publishing your upcoming book. Thoroughly follow these instructions for preparing and submitting your manuscript. Failure to do so may result in book production delays or increased production costs.

• The text file of your manuscript should include all content from the title page to the list of references.

• If applicable, save and supply digital artwork, tables, and charts as individual files.

• If applicable, obtain signed permissions for digital artwork; permission forms can be downloaded from www.smupress.edu/author.

• Review the author checklist, downloadable from www.smupress.edu/author.

Please e-mail all these documents directly to your Saint Monica University Press editor.

Saint Monica University Press 809 Woodsland Street

Omaha, Nebraska 566700 www.smupress.edu

February 13 Lucas Cazalla C/ Amoladera 51 Cobeña, Madrid 28863

Dear Mr. Cazalla,

Your coauthor just sent the remainder of your permission forms to me, and now that I have all materials needed, we can begin the production phase for Planet of Perfection. A production schedule is enclosed; we are still on track for a September release. Please review and make note of important dates that require action from you and your coauthor. Meanwhile, if you have any editorial questions, please feel free to contact me.

I look forward to your visit at the end of October, when we will have the kickoff of your promotional tour at Saint Monica’s bookstore.

Best regards,

Stephen Webb

Stephen Webb Editor, Sociology 100-9940-0129 ext. 07 stephen.w@smupress.edu

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191. What is true about Planet of Perfection? (A) Its production was delayed. (B) Its production fee was increased. (C) It includes artwork. (D) It will be available in an e-book version. 192. According to the instructions, what must authors do? (A) Provide all tables and charts in one file (B) Complete a checklist review (C) Approve an additional content (D) Sign permission forms 193. According to the letter, what will happen in October? (A) Mr. Cazalla will visit Nebraska. (B) A bookstore will open. (C) Planet of Perfection will be released. (D) Mr. Webb will contact Mr. Cazalla.

From: Lucas Cazalla Received: March 15, 1:32 PM To: Allison González

Allison, I shared our edits to the book jacket with Stephen and Delia. They will e-mail the updated text for the book cover later today. We will need to provide immediate feedback, so keep checking your e-mail throughout the evening. Thanks.

194. In the text message, the work “keep” in paragraph 1, line 4, is closest in meaning to (A) conclude (B) withdraw (C) continue (D) rearrange 195. Who most likely is Ms. González? (A) Mr. Webb’s assistant (B) Mr. Webb’s secretary (C) Mr. Cazalla’s editor (D) Mr. Cazalla’s coauthor

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Questions 196-200 refer to the following brochure, e-mail, and notice.

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196. In the e-mail, the phrase “expressly” in paragraph 1, line 2 is closest in meaning to (A) conditionally (B) specifically (C) drastically (D) inevitably 197. How long is the trail that goes up to Meribel Ridge? (A) 9.3 km (B) 7.6 km (C) 6.4 km (D) 3.4 km 198. What is indicated about Carawood National Park?

(A) It opens at 6:00 AM. (B) It sells food in the park. (C) It offered guided walks. (D) It has multiple parking areas.

Stop! This is the end of the test. If you finish before time is called, you may go

back to Parts 5, 6, and 7 and check your work.

NOTICE Posted May 25

Due to flooding caused by recent rain storms, the River’s Edge trail is closed until further notice. Please avoid this trail and any areas near the bank of the Moonbrooke River until the floodwaters subside. Floodwaters also damaged the south parking lot, which is now under construction. Please park in the east parking lot and follow the Ranger Path to reach the trailheads.

199. Where will Nature Walk Club members likely hike? (A) On Gibview Loop (B) On Meribel Slope (C) On River’s Edge (D) On Langhead Falls Trail

200. What will Nature Walk Club members likely do when arriving at the park? (A) Purchase some souvenirs (B) Walk along Ranger Path (C) Visit Langhead Falls (D) Eat at the gazebo