TR06 Full Test

Questions 101 to 130 refer to the following job advertisement:

TOEIC
READING
PRACTICE 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 (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your answer sheet.

101. The office ——- all next week.

(A) closed
(B) was closed
(C) will be closed
(D) has been closed

102. The company is ——- in London.

(A) based
(B) started
(C) worked
(D) released

103. This e-mail ——- your reservation.

(A) confirms
(B) to confirm
(C) confirming
(D) confirmations

104. John is ——- the four brothers.

(A) youngest
(B) younger of
(C) the younger
(D) the youngest of

105. The tourist season ——- at the end of April.

(A) begins
(B) to begin
(C) has begun
(D) beginning

106. ——- costs is one of our most important goals.

(A) Reduce
(B) Reduces
(C) Reducing
(D) Reduction

107. Many car engines will not start in cold ——-.

(A) climate
(B) weather
(C) condition
(D) temperature

108. Last month, sales ——- by more than 10%.

(A) fell
(B) fallen
(C) fell over
(D) fall down

109. Most students ——- smaller classes to larger ones.

(A) take
(B) study
(C) prefer
(D) choose

110. On Monday, the city made ——- in public illegal.

(A) smoke
(B) smoked
(C) smoking
(D) to smoke

111. About 60% of the hotel’s ——- are business travelers.

(A) guests
(B) rooms
(C) tourists
(D) vacations

112. The report is due ——- no later than 5:00 p.m. today.

(A) by
(B) on
(C) to
(D) for

113. Payments ——- received within 30 days of delivery.

(A) has to
(B) should
(C) must be
(D) had better

114. The project ——- at least $1.2 million to complete.

(A) will cost
(B) has a price
(C) has charged
(D) is an expense

115. Our travel arrangements were made ——- in advance.

(A) week
(B) weeks
(C) weekly
(D) weekend

116. The party ——- were sent out to everyone yesterday.

(A) festivals
(B) surprises
(C) invitations
(D) celebrations

117. Over two hundred teachers ——- this year’s annual convention.

(A) went
(B) came
(C) appeared
(D) attended

118. The equipment can be operated at temperatures well ——- freezing.

(A) down
(B) below
(C) within
(D) behind

119. On ——-, Americans will change careers five times during their lives.

(A) usual
(B) normal
(C) average
(D) ordinary

120. The meeting ——- in the conference room on the second floor.

(A) take place
(B) to take place
(C) takes the place
(C) takes the place

121. A lack of spare parts means that the repairs ——- by about a week.

(A) delays
(B) delaying
(C) is a delay
(D) will be delayed

122. ——- the storm, the city has decided that schools will be closed tomorrow.

(A) While
(B) Due to
(C) Because
(D) Although

123. The new rules ——- only to employees who were hired after January 1st.

(A) fit
(B) work
(C) affect
(D) apply

124. Residents list limited parking in the town center among ——- top complaints.

(A) his
(B) its
(C) our
(D) their

125. She was going to go to the presentation, but ——- her mind at the last minute.

(A) changes
(B) changed
(C) was changing
(D) has been changed

126. The city’s website offers useful information — —– how to start and run a small business.

(A) in
(B) about
(C) along
(D) upon

127. The company said that as a ——- of the recent tax increase, it will have to raise its prices.

(A) cause
(B) result
(C) problem
(D) difficulty

128. Please leave enough time at the end of your presentation to take questions from the ——-.

(A) meeting
(B) audience
(C) interview
(D) information

129. On this project Mr. Flyn’s ——- include being both the project manager, and the head engineer.

(A) roles
(B) points
(C) values
(D) works

130. Most students said they liked the teacher and found the class ——-, but they disliked the textbook.

(A) interest
(B) interests
(C) interested
(D) interesting

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 to 134 refer to the following job advertisement:

Communications Expert Needed

Green World, an environmental group, is looking for a Communications Expert. The position __131___ writing speeches and newsletters, updating a blog, and handling all communication with the news media. A secondary duty will be to research public opinion about a wide variety of environmental __132___ . The position reports directly to the Director of Communications. Candidates should have a degree in communications or media studies, and excellent speaking and writing skills. To __133___ , please e-mail a resume or CV and a cover letter to jobs@greenworld.org before June 30. __134___ .

Question 131

(A) needs
(B) works
(C) employs
(D) involves

Communications Expert Needed

Green World, an environmental group, is looking for a Communications Expert. The position __131___ writing speeches and newsletters, updating a blog, and handling all communication with the news media. A secondary duty will be to research public opinion about a wide variety of environmental __132___ . The position reports directly to the Director of Communications. Candidates should have a degree in communications or media studies, and excellent speaking and writing skills. To __133___ , please e-mail a resume or CV and a cover letter to jobs@greenworld.org before June 30. __134___ .

Question 132

(A) issues
(B) types
(C) reasons
(D) thoughts

Communications Expert Needed

Green World, an environmental group, is looking for a Communications Expert. The position __131___ writing speeches and newsletters, updating a blog, and handling all communication with the news media. A secondary duty will be to research public opinion about a wide variety of environmental __132___ . The position reports directly to the Director of Communications. Candidates should have a degree in communications or media studies, and excellent speaking and writing skills. To __133___ , please e-mail a resume or CV and a cover letter to jobs@greenworld.org before June 30. __134___ .

Question 133

(A) hire
(B) join
(C) apply
(D) request

Communications Expert Needed

Green World, an environmental group, is looking for a Communications Expert. The position __131___ writing speeches and newsletters, updating a blog, and handling all communication with the news media. A secondary duty will be to research public opinion about a wide variety of environmental __132___ . The position reports directly to the Director of Communications. Candidates should have a degree in communications or media studies, and excellent speaking and writing skills. To __133___ , please e-mail a resume or CV and a cover letter to jobs@greenworld.org before June 30. __134___ .

Question 134

(A) Thank you for the interview.
(B) Your application has been accepted.
(C) Please also include a brief example of your writing.
(D) You may be interested to know about the salary and benefits.

Questions 135 to 138 refer to the following e-mail:

To: ed_franklin@topautos.com
From: service@specialtyparts.com
Subject: Order # 7493256 has shipped
Date: Aug 1
Attachments: invoice.docx

Dear Mr. Franklin,

We would like __135___ you that your order (#7493256) has been shipped by Fast Post Courier Service. The __136___ delivery date is August 3rd. You can track your package on the Fast Post web site. Your tracking ID is 48896974.
Our invoice in the amount of $5,291 is __137___ to this e-mail. Payment is due within 30 days. __138___ .

Sincerely,
Susan Fowler
Customer Service Representative
Specialty Parts

Question 135

(A) advises
(B) advised
(C) to advise
(D) is advising

To: ed_franklin@topautos.com
From: service@specialtyparts.com
Subject: Order # 7493256 has shipped
Date: Aug 1
Attachments: invoice.docx

Dear Mr. Franklin,

We would like __135___ you that your order (#7493256) has been shipped by Fast Post Courier Service. The __136___ delivery date is August 3rd. You can track your package on the Fast Post web site. Your tracking ID is 48896974.
Our invoice in the amount of $5,291 is __137___ to this e-mail. Payment is due within 30 days. __138___ .

Sincerely,
Susan Fowler
Customer Service Representative
Specialty Parts

Question 136

(A) expect
(B) expects
(C) expected
(D) expecting

To: ed_franklin@topautos.com
From: service@specialtyparts.com
Subject: Order # 7493256 has shipped
Date: Aug 1
Attachments: invoice.docx

Dear Mr. Franklin,

We would like __135___ you that your order (#7493256) has been shipped by Fast Post Courier Service. The __136___ delivery date is August 3rd. You can track your package on the Fast Post web site. Your tracking ID is 48896974.
Our invoice in the amount of $5,291 is __137___ to this e-mail. Payment is due within 30 days. __138___ .

Sincerely,
Susan Fowler
Customer Service Representative
Specialty Parts

Question 137

(A) noted
(B) charged
(C) attached
(D) included

To: ed_franklin@topautos.com
From: service@specialtyparts.com
Subject: Order # 7493256 has shipped
Date: Aug 1
Attachments: invoice.docx

Dear Mr. Franklin,

We would like __135___ you that your order (#7493256) has been shipped by Fast Post Courier Service. The __136___ delivery date is August 3rd. You can track your package on the Fast Post web site. Your tracking ID is 48896974.
Our invoice in the amount of $5,291 is __137___ to this e-mail. Payment is due within 30 days. __138___ .

Sincerely,
Susan Fowler
Customer Service Representative
Specialty Parts

Question 138

(A) Thank you for sending our order so quickly.
(B) Your order will be sent as soon as we receive payment.
(C) Please feel free to contact me if I can be of further service.
(D) We apologize for being unable to complete your order at this time.

Questions 139 to 142 refer to the following notice:

Welcome to Red Cedar Park

Every year, more than 250,000 people __139___ Red Cedar Park. __140___ . Please help us keep the Park in its natural __141___ by walking only on marked paths, leaving pets at home, and taking out all your trash when you leave. Camping is allowed only in designated areas. Fires are not __142___ .

Question 139

(A) go
(B) visit
(C) play
(D) vacation

Welcome to Red Cedar Park

Every year, more than 250,000 people __139___ Red Cedar Park. __140___ . Please help us keep the Park in its natural __141___ by walking only on marked paths, leaving pets at home, and taking out all your trash when you leave. Camping is allowed only in designated areas. Fires are not __142___ .

Question 140

(A) It is the largest tree in the state, and is estimated to be more than a thousand years old.
(B) It is important to remember that bears and other dangerous wild animals also live there.
(C) Many people blame the problem on a recently built road that cuts through the middle of the Park.
(D) They come to enjoy the fresh air, and see the many kinds of birds, wild animals, insects, and plants that live here.

Welcome to Red Cedar Park

Every year, more than 250,000 people __139___ Red Cedar Park. __140___ . Please help us keep the Park in its natural __141___ by walking only on marked paths, leaving pets at home, and taking out all your trash when you leave. Camping is allowed only in designated areas. Fires are not __142___ .

Question 141

(A) way
(B) area
(C) style
(D) condition

Welcome to Red Cedar Park

Every year, more than 250,000 people __139___ Red Cedar Park. __140___ . Please help us keep the Park in its natural __141___ by walking only on marked paths, leaving pets at home, and taking out all your trash when you leave. Camping is allowed only in designated areas. Fires are not __142___ .

Question 142

(A) permit
(B) permits
(C) permitted
(D) permission

Questions 143 to 146 refer to the following article:

Sales of New Homes Down

Sales of new homes __143___ in November by the largest amount in three years, according to a Housing Department report released on Friday. The report noted that 1.5 million single-family homes __144___ last month, a 7 percent drop from last year. __145___ . Clear signs of the problem began to __146___ in early spring, when sales in many of the nation’s largest markets started to slow down.

Question 143

(A) drop
(B) drops
(C) a drop
(D) dropped

Sales of New Homes Down

Sales of new homes __143___ in November by the largest amount in three years, according to a Housing Department report released on Friday. The report noted that 1.5 million single-family homes __144___ last month, a 7 percent drop from last year. __145___ . Clear signs of the problem began to __146___ in early spring, when sales in many of the nation’s largest markets started to slow down.

Question 144

(A) sells
(B) selling
(C) were sold
(D) have been sold

Sales of New Homes Down

Sales of new homes __143___ in November by the largest amount in three years, according to a Housing Department report released on Friday. The report noted that 1.5 million single-family homes __144___ last month, a 7 percent drop from last year. __145___ . Clear signs of the problem began to __146___ in early spring, when sales in many of the nation’s largest markets started to slow down.

Question 145

(A) Most of the homes were sold.
(B) Nobody had any idea this would happen.
(C) The news was not much of a surprise, though.
(D) The sale was much larger than had been expected.

Sales of New Homes Down

Sales of new homes __143___ in November by the largest amount in three years, according to a Housing Department report released on Friday. The report noted that 1.5 million single-family homes __144___ last month, a 7 percent drop from last year. __145___ . Clear signs of the problem began to __146___ in early spring, when sales in many of the nation’s largest markets started to slow down.

Question 146

(A) be
(B) look
(C) show
(D) notice

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.

Questions 147 and 148 refer to the following recipe:

Vegetable Pasta

Ingredients
500 grams pasta
Olive oil, about 30 ml, for frying
2 onions, chopped
1 zucchini, sliced
3 cloves garlic, crushed
4 broccoli florets, chopped
4 sundried tomatoes, sliced
1-2 fresh basil leaves, torn into small pieces
Salt and pepper to taste

Directions
Boil the pasta until done, about 10 minutes. While the pasta is boiling, make the sauce. Add about 30 ml of olive oil to a large frying pan. Gently fry the onions and zucchini in the oil for about two minutes. Add the garlic, broccoli, and tomatoes, and cook for about five minutes more. Add salt and pepper, if needed. When the pasta is done, drain it and cover with the sauce. Top with the basil, and serve.

147. What is mentioned about broccoli?

(A) It should be as fresh as possible.
(B) It needs to be washed before cooking.
(C) It needs to be boiled before adding to the sauce.
(D) It should be fried with the garlic and tomatoes.

Vegetable Pasta

Ingredients
500 grams pasta
Olive oil, about 30 ml, for frying
2 onions, chopped
1 zucchini, sliced
3 cloves garlic, crushed
4 broccoli florets, chopped
4 sundried tomatoes, sliced
1-2 fresh basil leaves, torn into small pieces
Salt and pepper to taste

Directions
Boil the pasta until done, about 10 minutes. While the pasta is boiling, make the sauce. Add about 30 ml of olive oil to a large frying pan. Gently fry the onions and zucchini in the oil for about two minutes. Add the garlic, broccoli, and tomatoes, and cook for about five minutes more. Add salt and pepper, if needed. When the pasta is done, drain it and cover with the sauce. Top with the basil, and serve.

148. When is the basil added?

(A) Just before serving
(B) When the onions are added
(C) At the same time as the tomatoes
(D) As soon as the pasta begins to boil

Questions 149 and 150 refer to the following announcement:

Donny Ray Williams to Open Shows for Rose Dreams Band

Country singer Donny Ray Williams will open ten shows for the Rose Dreams Band this June. Cities include Memphis, TN (three nights); Nashville, TN (two nights); Chattanooga, TN; Knoxville, TN; Ashville, NC; and Charlotte, NC (two nights).
Williams recently completed a month-long tour across the country with award-winning guitarist Dwight Chapman. Williams recently signed a recording contract with Southern Records, and will release his first album for the label later this summer. Chapman has several shows scheduled in Florida in July.

149. What is probably true about the show in Knoxville?

(A) It is on a Friday night.
(B) It is for one night only.
(C) It is the last show on the tour.
(D) It is the only one with the Rose Dream Band.

Donny Ray Williams to Open Shows for Rose Dreams Band

Country singer Donny Ray Williams will open ten shows for the Rose Dreams Band this June. Cities include Memphis, TN (three nights); Nashville, TN (two nights); Chattanooga, TN; Knoxville, TN; Ashville, NC; and Charlotte, NC (two nights).
Williams recently completed a month-long tour across the country with award-winning guitarist Dwight Chapman. Williams recently signed a recording contract with Southern Records, and will release his first album for the label later this summer. Chapman has several shows scheduled in Florida in July.

150. What is mentioned about Donny Ray Williams?

(A) His band has a new guitarist.
(B) He is touring with Dwight Chapman.
(C) He will play several shows in Florida.
(D) His album will be available later in the year.

Questions 151 – 152 refer to the following newsletter:

Downtown Public Library Monthly Newsletter

The Downtown Public Library has had its one millionth visitor!

On September 10th, Ms. Stavroula Catsouli became the one millionth person to use the library. Ms. Catsouli is an exchange student from Thessaloniki, Greece, here studying opera at the Haydn School of Music. She visited the library to research Jacopo Peri, an Italian composer who is often credited as having written the first opera. Ms. Catsouli borrowed three books about Peri’s life and his operas, and became our one millionth visitor.
Ms. Catsouli received a $50 gift certificate for the Library Bookstore.

151. What is implied about Ms. Catsouli’s visit?

(A) It required a lot of planning.
(B) It involved traveling to Greece.
(C) It was a historic event for the library.
(D) It was paid for by the Hayden School of Music.

Downtown Public Library Monthly Newsletter

The Downtown Public Library has had its one millionth visitor!

On September 10th, Ms. Stavroula Catsouli became the one millionth person to use the library. Ms. Catsouli is an exchange student from Thessaloniki, Greece, here studying opera at the Haydn School of Music. She visited the library to research Jacopo Peri, an Italian composer who is often credited as having written the first opera. Ms. Catsouli borrowed three books about Peri’s life and his operas, and became our one millionth visitor.
Ms. Catsouli received a $50 gift certificate for the Library Bookstore.

152. What is mentioned about Jacopo Peri?

(A) He wrote several operas.
(B) He wrote many books about opera.
(C) He is attending the Haydn School of Music.
(D) He is a music teacher at the Hayden School of Music.

Questions 153 – 154 refer to the following text message chain:

Alicia L: (11:47 A.M.) – Sorry for the short notice, but can we postpone our meeting until 2:00? Something came up, and I have to work trough lunch I can also meet later, if that`s more convenient for you.
Gene H: (11:49 A.M.) – 2:00 isn`t good for me. How about 3:00?
Alicia L: (11:51 A.M.) – OK. That works for me. See you then!
Gene H: (11:52 A.M.) – OK!

153. Why does Alicia contact Gene?

(A) To arrange to meet for lunch
(B) To change the time of a meeting
(C) To ask about the reason for a meeting
(D) To find out what time a meeting was planned for

Alicia L: (11:47 A.M.) – Sorry for the short notice, but can we postpone our meeting until 2:00? Something came up, and I have to work trough lunch I can also meet later, if that`s more convenient for you.
Gene H: (11:49 A.M.) – 2:00 isn`t good for me. How about 3:00?
Alicia L: (11:51 A.M.) – OK. That works for me. See you then!
Gene H: (11:52 A.M.) – OK!

154. At 11:51 A.M., what does Alicia most likely mean when she writes, “That works for me”?

(A) She has changed her plans.
(B) She still has a lot of work to do.
(C) She agrees with Gene’s suggestion.
(D) She is looking forward to working with Gene.

Questions 155 and 157 refer to the following article:

Most Workers Would Rather Not Be The Boss

Managers who are worried about employees taking their jobs should relax. — [1] —. A recent questionnaire showed that 70 percent of workers would rather not be in charge. In addition, 65 percent said that they probably would not be a better boss than their current manager is. — [2] —.
The questionnaire was given by ProSource, a company that helps businesses hire managers and other professionals. — [3] —. The questionnaire was given to 1,000 men and women 18 years of age or older who have professional jobs. — [4] —.
Employees were asked:

1. “Would you like to have your boss’s job?”
Answers: ————————
No 70%
Yes 25%
Don’t know 5%

2. “Do you think you would be a better boss than your current boss is?”
Answers: ————————
No 65%
Yes 30%
Don’t know 5%

155. What percentage of workers feels their current boss is a better boss than they could be?

(A) 25
(B) 30
(C) 65
(D) 70

Most Workers Would Rather Not Be The Boss

Managers who are worried about employees taking their jobs should relax. — [1] —. A recent questionnaire showed that 70 percent of workers would rather not be in charge. In addition, 65 percent said that they probably would not be a better boss than their current manager is. — [2] —.
The questionnaire was given by ProSource, a company that helps businesses hire managers and other professionals. — [3] —. The questionnaire was given to 1,000 men and women 18 years of age or older who have professional jobs. — [4] —.
Employees were asked:

1. “Would you like to have your boss’s job?”
Answers: ————————
No 70%
Yes 25%
Don’t know 5%

2. “Do you think you would be a better boss than your current boss is?”
Answers: ————————
No 65%
Yes 30%
Don’t know 5%

156. What is noted about the questionnaire?

(A) It was taken only by managers.
(B) It was taken by 1,000 workers.
(C) It was taken by ProSource employees.
(D) It was taken by people hired in the last 18 months.

Most Workers Would Rather Not Be The Boss

Managers who are worried about employees taking their jobs should relax. — [1] —. A recent questionnaire showed that 70 percent of workers would rather not be in charge. In addition, 65 percent said that they probably would not be a better boss than their current manager is. — [2] —.
The questionnaire was given by ProSource, a company that helps businesses hire managers and other professionals. — [3] —. The questionnaire was given to 1,000 men and women 18 years of age or older who have professional jobs. — [4] —.
Employees were asked:

1. “Would you like to have your boss’s job?”
Answers: ————————
No 70%
Yes 25%
Don’t know 5%

2. “Do you think you would be a better boss than your current boss is?”
Answers: ————————
No 65%
Yes 30%
Don’t know 5%

157. In which of the positions marked [1], [2], [3], and [4] does the following sentence best belong? “This suggests that most employees would not welcome a promotion to a position that included increased duties and responsibilities.”

(A) [1]
(B) [2]
(C) [3]
(D) [4]

Questions 158 – 160 refer to the following weather forecast:

Local Weather Forecast

Today: Mostly cloudy skies. High near -2C. Light winds from the southwest.
Tonight: Mostly cloudy skies. Low near -9C. Winds from the southwest at 8 to 10 kph.
Tomorrow: Partly cloudy. High 3. Low -5. Winds from the northwest at 8 to 10 kph.
Thursday: Partly cloudy. Highs around 5 and lows near -7.
Friday: Mostly cloudy skies. Highs near 5 and lows about -1.
Saturday: Showers. Highs about 6 and lows near -2.

158. On which day is some rain expected?

(A) Thursday
(B) Friday
(C) Saturday
(D) Sunday

Local Weather Forecast

Today: Mostly cloudy skies. High near -2C. Light winds from the southwest.
Tonight: Mostly cloudy skies. Low near -9C. Winds from the southwest at 8 to 10 kph.
Tomorrow: Partly cloudy. High 3. Low -5. Winds from the northwest at 8 to 10 kph.
Thursday: Partly cloudy. Highs around 5 and lows near -7.
Friday: Mostly cloudy skies. Highs near 5 and lows about -1.
Saturday: Showers. Highs about 6 and lows near -2.

159. What is the warmest expected temperature for the period shown?

(A) 5
(B) 6
(C) 8
(D) 10

Local Weather Forecast

Today: Mostly cloudy skies. High near -2C. Light winds from the southwest.
Tonight: Mostly cloudy skies. Low near -9C. Winds from the southwest at 8 to 10 kph.
Tomorrow: Partly cloudy. High 3. Low -5. Winds from the northwest at 8 to 10 kph.
Thursday: Partly cloudy. Highs around 5 and lows near -7.
Friday: Mostly cloudy skies. Highs near 5 and lows about -1.
Saturday: Showers. Highs about 6 and lows near -2.

160. On which day was the forecast probably published?

(A) Monday
(B) Tuesday
(C) Wednesday
(D) Thursday

Questions 161 – 163 refer to the following article:

Swiss Watchmakers On Time

ZURICH (January 10) — More than half of office workers at a watch factory set their watches to the second, and many give themselves a few extra minutes, according to a new study.
The study, by a famous watchmaker in Switzerland, also suggested that female employees are more concerned about being on time than male employees are.
The watchmaker asked 500 of its office workers in the Swiss city of Zurich about their watch habits, and found that 53 percent said they set their watches to the second and 41 percent said they set them at least two minutes fast.
Women were more likely than men to add a little more time. Fifty-five percent of the women said they set their watches forward – by an average of 2.5 minutes – but only 32 percent of men said they do the same.
The study also found that the typical office worker at the company owns an average of 3.7 watches.

161. The word “concerned” in paragraph 2, line 4, is closest in meaning to

(A) upset
(B) afraid
(C) worried
(D) comfortable

Swiss Watchmakers On Time

ZURICH (January 10) — More than half of office workers at a watch factory set their watches to the second, and many give themselves a few extra minutes, according to a new study.
The study, by a famous watchmaker in Switzerland, also suggested that female employees are more concerned about being on time than male employees are.
The watchmaker asked 500 of its office workers in the Swiss city of Zurich about their watch habits, and found that 53 percent said they set their watches to the second and 41 percent said they set them at least two minutes fast.
Women were more likely than men to add a little more time. Fifty-five percent of the women said they set their watches forward – by an average of 2.5 minutes – but only 32 percent of men said they do the same.
The study also found that the typical office worker at the company owns an average of 3.7 watches.

162. What is implied about the watches of most of the women involved in the study?

(A) They are worn on the left arm.
(B) They are set ahead of the correct time.
(C) They were made in the factory where the women work.
(D) They are smaller than the watches worn by most of the men.

Swiss Watchmakers On Time

ZURICH (January 10) — More than half of office workers at a watch factory set their watches to the second, and many give themselves a few extra minutes, according to a new study.
The study, by a famous watchmaker in Switzerland, also suggested that female employees are more concerned about being on time than male employees are.
The watchmaker asked 500 of its office workers in the Swiss city of Zurich about their watch habits, and found that 53 percent said they set their watches to the second and 41 percent said they set them at least two minutes fast.
Women were more likely than men to add a little more time. Fifty-five percent of the women said they set their watches forward – by an average of 2.5 minutes – but only 32 percent of men said they do the same.
The study also found that the typical office worker at the company owns an average of 3.7 watches.

163. What is indicated about the study?

(A) It took almost 2.5 years to complete.
(B) It compared watch habits in different Swiss cities.
(C) It was carried out by a company that makes watches.
(D) Its main goal was to find out how often people wear watches.

Questions 164 and 167 refer to the following text message chain:

Elena E.[2:35 P.M.] – Hi all, slight problem. Another group has already signed up to use the conference room on Wednesday at 9:00 A.M. They have it until 10:30. I guess our options are either reschedule or find somewhere else. Thoughts?
Yoshi M.[2:37 P.M.] – I’m available at 10:30.
Elena E.[2:38 P.M.] – Me too. Raul? Sylvia? Can you make it then?
Raul R.[2:39 P.M.] – I’m in another meeting at 11:00, so can’t do 10:30. I’m free at 1:00 though.
Sylvia P.[2:40 P.M.] – Sorry, can’t make 10:30. Not free again until 1:30. Anytime after that is good for me.
Yoshi M. [2:42 P.M.] – Can we meet in the library?
Elena E. [2:44 P.M.] – Good idea. I’ll check.
Elena E.[2:55 P.M.] – OK, the library is available all day Wednesday. Let’s meet there at 9:00.
Sylvia P.[2:58 P.M.] – Sounds good.
Raul R.[2:59 P.M.] – Great. See you there!
Yoshi M.[3:01 P.M.] – OK. Thanks Elena.
Elena E.[3:03 P.M.] – Thanks everyone. See you Wednesday morning!

164. According to Elena, what is the problem?

(A) The conference room is already booked.
(B) Yoshi will be unable to attend the meeting.
(C) Raul and Sylvia are attending a conference.
(D) She has another meeting scheduled for the same time.

Elena E.[2:35 P.M.] – Hi all, slight problem. Another group has already signed up to use the conference room on Wednesday at 9:00 A.M. They have it until 10:30. I guess our options are either reschedule or find somewhere else. Thoughts?
Yoshi M.[2:37 P.M.] – I’m available at 10:30.
Elena E.[2:38 P.M.] – Me too. Raul? Sylvia? Can you make it then?
Raul R.[2:39 P.M.] – I’m in another meeting at 11:00, so can’t do 10:30. I’m free at 1:00 though.
Sylvia P.[2:40 P.M.] – Sorry, can’t make 10:30. Not free again until 1:30. Anytime after that is good for me.
Yoshi M. [2:42 P.M.] – Can we meet in the library?
Elena E. [2:44 P.M.] – Good idea. I’ll check.
Elena E.[2:55 P.M.] – OK, the library is available all day Wednesday. Let’s meet there at 9:00.
Sylvia P.[2:58 P.M.] – Sounds good.
Raul R.[2:59 P.M.] – Great. See you there!
Yoshi M.[3:01 P.M.] – OK. Thanks Elena.
Elena E.[3:03 P.M.] – Thanks everyone. See you Wednesday morning!

165. How does Elena reply to Yoshi’s meeting time suggestion?

(A) By accepting it.
(B) By politely saying no.
(C) By suggesting a later time.
(D) By offering to meet him sooner.

Elena E.[2:35 P.M.] – Hi all, slight problem. Another group has already signed up to use the conference room on Wednesday at 9:00 A.M. They have it until 10:30. I guess our options are either reschedule or find somewhere else. Thoughts?
Yoshi M.[2:37 P.M.] – I’m available at 10:30.
Elena E.[2:38 P.M.] – Me too. Raul? Sylvia? Can you make it then?
Raul R.[2:39 P.M.] – I’m in another meeting at 11:00, so can’t do 10:30. I’m free at 1:00 though.
Sylvia P.[2:40 P.M.] – Sorry, can’t make 10:30. Not free again until 1:30. Anytime after that is good for me.
Yoshi M. [2:42 P.M.] – Can we meet in the library?
Elena E. [2:44 P.M.] – Good idea. I’ll check.
Elena E.[2:55 P.M.] – OK, the library is available all day Wednesday. Let’s meet there at 9:00.
Sylvia P.[2:58 P.M.] – Sounds good.
Raul R.[2:59 P.M.] – Great. See you there!
Yoshi M.[3:01 P.M.] – OK. Thanks Elena.
Elena E.[3:03 P.M.] – Thanks everyone. See you Wednesday morning!

166. At 2:44 P.M., what does Elena mean when she writes, “I’ll check”?

(A) She will find out who else will be at the meeting.
(B) She might not be able to stay until the end of the meeting.
(C) She is going to see whether meeting in the library is possible.
(D) She is not sure that Raul and Sylvia have been invited to the meeting.

Elena E.[2:35 P.M.] – Hi all, slight problem. Another group has already signed up to use the conference room on Wednesday at 9:00 A.M. They have it until 10:30. I guess our options are either reschedule or find somewhere else. Thoughts?
Yoshi M.[2:37 P.M.] – I’m available at 10:30.
Elena E.[2:38 P.M.] – Me too. Raul? Sylvia? Can you make it then?
Raul R.[2:39 P.M.] – I’m in another meeting at 11:00, so can’t do 10:30. I’m free at 1:00 though.
Sylvia P.[2:40 P.M.] – Sorry, can’t make 10:30. Not free again until 1:30. Anytime after that is good for me.
Yoshi M. [2:42 P.M.] – Can we meet in the library?
Elena E. [2:44 P.M.] – Good idea. I’ll check.
Elena E.[2:55 P.M.] – OK, the library is available all day Wednesday. Let’s meet there at 9:00.
Sylvia P.[2:58 P.M.] – Sounds good.
Raul R.[2:59 P.M.] – Great. See you there!
Yoshi M.[3:01 P.M.] – OK. Thanks Elena.
Elena E.[3:03 P.M.] – Thanks everyone. See you Wednesday morning!

167. When will the meeting take place?

(A) At 9:00 A.M.
(B) At 10:30 A.M.
(C) At 1:00 P.M.
(D) At 1:30 P.M.

Questions 168 – 171 refer to the following e-mail:

From: Yolanda Perez <y_perez@toptech.com>
To: Lars Voss <l_voss@toptech.com>
Date: November 4, 20 – 11:56:29 A.M.
Date: Inventory

Hi Lars,

— [1] —. At our meeting this morning, you asked me to make a list of any office supplies that we’re running out of and that need to be ordered. — [2] —. I’ve checked our inventory, and here are all the items that we’re currently low on – meaning we have fewer than 5 in stock. I’ve also included the product IDs and the cost for each item.
If you’d like, I can take care of ordering more. — [3] —. If we get our order in today before 3:00, it should be delivered Thursday morning. — [4] —.

Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions.
Yolanda Perez

Product ID	Product Description	Cost (each)	# In Stock
4350	4350	$8.95	2
6214	CopyTrue Printer Ink (black)	$29.95	1
6215	CopyTrue Printer Ink (color)	$31.95	4
7927	ClearBrite Monitor Cleaners (100 wipes)	$24.95	3

168. What did Mr. Voss ask Ms. Perez to do?

(A) Arrange for an order to be paid for
(B) Have an order delivered to his office
(C) Check the cost of some office supplies
(D) Find out which items the company should order

From: Yolanda Perez <y_perez@toptech.com>
To: Lars Voss <l_voss@toptech.com>
Date: November 4, 20 – 11:56:29 A.M.
Date: InventoryHi Lars,

— [1] —. At our meeting this morning, you asked me to make a list of any office supplies that we’re running out of and that need to be ordered. — [2] —. I’ve checked our inventory, and here are all the items that we’re currently low on – meaning we have fewer than 5 in stock. I’ve also included the product IDs and the cost for each item.
If you’d like, I can take care of ordering more. — [3] —. If we get our order in today before 3:00, it should be delivered Thursday morning. — [4] —.

Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions.
Yolanda Perez

Product ID	Product Description	Cost (each)	# In Stock
4350	4350	$8.95	2
6214	CopyTrue Printer Ink (black)	$29.95	1
6215	CopyTrue Printer Ink (color)	$31.95	4
7927	ClearBrite Monitor Cleaners (100 wipes)	$24.95	3

169. In which of the positions marked [1], [2], [3], and [4] does the following sentence best belong? “Just let me know how many of each you’d like me to order.”

(A) [1]
(B) [2]
(C) [3]
(D) [4]

From: Yolanda Perez <y_perez@toptech.com>
To: Lars Voss <l_voss@toptech.com>
Date: November 4, 20 – 11:56:29 A.M.
Date: InventoryHi Lars,

— [1] —. At our meeting this morning, you asked me to make a list of any office supplies that we’re running out of and that need to be ordered. — [2] —. I’ve checked our inventory, and here are all the items that we’re currently low on – meaning we have fewer than 5 in stock. I’ve also included the product IDs and the cost for each item.
If you’d like, I can take care of ordering more. — [3] —. If we get our order in today before 3:00, it should be delivered Thursday morning. — [4] —.

Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions.
Yolanda Perez

Product ID	Product Description	Cost (each)	# In Stock
4350	4350	$8.95	2
6214	CopyTrue Printer Ink (black)	$29.95	1
6215	CopyTrue Printer Ink (color)	$31.95	4
7927	ClearBrite Monitor Cleaners (100 wipes)	$24.95	3

170. What is true about the ClearBrite Monitor Cleaners?

(A) They cost $24.95.
(B) There are 100 left in stock.
(C) There are none currently available.
(D) They were ordered on November 4th.

From: Yolanda Perez <y_perez@toptech.com>
To: Lars Voss <l_voss@toptech.com>
Date: November 4, 20 – 11:56:29 A.M.
Date: InventoryHi Lars,

— [1] —. At our meeting this morning, you asked me to make a list of any office supplies that we’re running out of and that need to be ordered. — [2] —. I’ve checked our inventory, and here are all the items that we’re currently low on – meaning we have fewer than 5 in stock. I’ve also included the product IDs and the cost for each item.
If you’d like, I can take care of ordering more. — [3] —. If we get our order in today before 3:00, it should be delivered Thursday morning. — [4] —.

Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions.
Yolanda Perez

Product ID	Product Description	Cost (each)	# In Stock
4350	4350	$8.95	2
6214	CopyTrue Printer Ink (black)	$29.95	1
6215	CopyTrue Printer Ink (color)	$31.95	4
7927	ClearBrite Monitor Cleaners (100 wipes)	$24.95	3

171. Which product ID has the least available in stock?

(A) 4350
(B) 6214
(C) 6215
(D) 7927

Questions 172 – 175 refer to the following notice:

Welcome to the SeaView Hotel!
Sea View Hotel
722 Pacific Beach Dr, San Diego, CA 92109

Web: Seaviewhotel.com
E-mail: info@seaviewhotel.com
Tel: (858) 548-4607 Fax: (619) 548-4608

* Check out time is 11 AM. A half-day rate is charged for late check outs until 1 P.M. A full day is charged after 1 P.M.

* Free self-service coffee and tea are available in the hotel lobby 24 hours a day.

* Free self-service breakfast is available in the lobby from 6-10 A.M. Choose from fresh fruits, juices, cereal, toast, bagels, muffins, tea, and coffee.

* Ice machines are located next to the elevators on every floor. Snack and soda vending machines are available in the lobby, near the reception area.

* Guests are welcome to use the fitness center. Use your room key card to enter. The fitness center is open 24 hours a day. No children under 16 are permitted in the fitness center.

* The swimming pool is open from 7 A.M.-11 P.M. ALL CHILDREN UNDER 12 MUST BE SUPERVISED BY AN ADULT.

172. How can Sea View Hotel guests avoid paying an extra charge?

(A) By checking out before 11 A.M.
(B) By making their reservations online
(C) By choosing not to have the hotel’s breakfast
(D) By returning their room key cards when they check out

Welcome to the SeaView Hotel!
Sea View Hotel
722 Pacific Beach Dr, San Diego, CA 92109

Web: Seaviewhotel.com
E-mail: info@seaviewhotel.com
Tel: (858) 548-4607 Fax: (619) 548-4608

* Check out time is 11 AM. A half-day rate is charged for late check outs until 1 P.M. A full day is charged after 1 P.M.

* Free self-service coffee and tea are available in the hotel lobby 24 hours a day.

* Free self-service breakfast is available in the lobby from 6-10 A.M. Choose from fresh fruits, juices, cereal, toast, bagels, muffins, tea, and coffee.

* Ice machines are located next to the elevators on every floor. Snack and soda vending machines are available in the lobby, near the reception area.

* Guests are welcome to use the fitness center. Use your room key card to enter. The fitness center is open 24 hours a day. No children under 16 are permitted in the fitness center.

* The swimming pool is open from 7 A.M.-11 P.M. ALL CHILDREN UNDER 12 MUST BE SUPERVISED BY AN ADULT.

173. Which of the following items is NOT included in the hotel’s breakfast?

(A) Eggs
(B) Fruit
(C) Cereal
(D) Muffins

Welcome to the SeaView Hotel!
Sea View Hotel
722 Pacific Beach Dr, San Diego, CA 92109

Web: Seaviewhotel.com
E-mail: info@seaviewhotel.com
Tel: (858) 548-4607 Fax: (619) 548-4608

* Check out time is 11 AM. A half-day rate is charged for late check outs until 1 P.M. A full day is charged after 1 P.M.

* Free self-service coffee and tea are available in the hotel lobby 24 hours a day.

* Free self-service breakfast is available in the lobby from 6-10 A.M. Choose from fresh fruits, juices, cereal, toast, bagels, muffins, tea, and coffee.

* Ice machines are located next to the elevators on every floor. Snack and soda vending machines are available in the lobby, near the reception area.

* Guests are welcome to use the fitness center. Use your room key card to enter. The fitness center is open 24 hours a day. No children under 16 are permitted in the fitness center.

* The swimming pool is open from 7 A.M.-11 P.M. ALL CHILDREN UNDER 12 MUST BE SUPERVISED BY AN ADULT.

174. Where are snack machines located?

(A) In the lobby
(B) Near the stairs
(C) By the fitness center
(D) Next to the elevators

Welcome to the SeaView Hotel!
Sea View Hotel
722 Pacific Beach Dr, San Diego, CA 92109

Web: Seaviewhotel.com
E-mail: info@seaviewhotel.com
Tel: (858) 548-4607 Fax: (619) 548-4608

* Check out time is 11 AM. A half-day rate is charged for late check outs until 1 P.M. A full day is charged after 1 P.M.

* Free self-service coffee and tea are available in the hotel lobby 24 hours a day.

* Free self-service breakfast is available in the lobby from 6-10 A.M. Choose from fresh fruits, juices, cereal, toast, bagels, muffins, tea, and coffee.

* Ice machines are located next to the elevators on every floor. Snack and soda vending machines are available in the lobby, near the reception area.

* Guests are welcome to use the fitness center. Use your room key card to enter. The fitness center is open 24 hours a day. No children under 16 are permitted in the fitness center.

* The swimming pool is open from 7 A.M.-11 P.M. ALL CHILDREN UNDER 12 MUST BE SUPERVISED BY AN ADULT.

175. What is mentioned about the fitness center?

(A) It is open until 11 P.M.
(B) It is located on the ground floor.
(C) It requires a room key card for entry.
(D) It can be used by children under 12 who are with an adult.

Questions 176 – 180 refer to the following notice and e-mail:

NOTICE

As a property owner in the City of Brock Ridge, you are responsible for keeping the streets, sidewalks, and other public spaces that border your property in good condition. This includes removing snow in front of your property, and making sure that the sidewalks are free of rubbish.
For more information about your responsibilities as a property owner, including how to get help for sidewalk maintenance and street repairs, contact the City Services Department at (303) 347-1924, or e-mail us at services@brockridge.gov for an electronic copy of our brochure, The Brock Ridge Sidewalk Maintenance and Repair Program.

From: “Linda Kauffman”
To: services@brockridge.gov
Date: April 27, 20– 8:24:19 AM EDT
Subject: Sidewalk Assistance Program

Hello, I am writing to you regarding the sidewalk in front of my house. I own the property at 15 Washington Street, which is a very busy street, with a high volume of both pedestrian and vehicle traffic. Every day I need to pick up rubbish from in front of my house. There are no rubbish bins on the block, so people just drop their trash on the ground. Yesterday, there was an accident involving a car and a delivery truck directly in front of my house. Both vehicles drove onto the sidewalk, which caused some damage that will need to be repaired.
Please send me information about your sidewalk maintenance and street repair programs. The situation in front of my building is becoming an enormous problem, and it does not seem fair that one property owner should have to take care of everything alone. I would welcome any help that the city can provide.

Thank you,
Linda Kauffman

176. Who is the notice mainly for?

(A) Property owners
(B) The general public
(C) Brock Ridge visitors
(D) City Services Department employees

NOTICE

As a property owner in the City of Brock Ridge, you are responsible for keeping the streets, sidewalks, and other public spaces that border your property in good condition. This includes removing snow in front of your property, and making sure that the sidewalks are free of rubbish.
For more information about your responsibilities as a property owner, including how to get help for sidewalk maintenance and street repairs, contact the City Services Department at (303) 347-1924, or e-mail us at services@brockridge.gov for an electronic copy of our brochure, The Brock Ridge Sidewalk Maintenance and Repair Program.

From: “Linda Kauffman”
To: services@brockridge.gov
Date: April 27, 20– 8:24:19 AM EDT
Subject: Sidewalk Assistance Program

Hello, I am writing to you regarding the sidewalk in front of my house. I own the property at 15 Washington Street, which is a very busy street, with a high volume of both pedestrian and vehicle traffic. Every day I need to pick up rubbish from in front of my house. There are no rubbish bins on the block, so people just drop their trash on the ground. Yesterday, there was an accident involving a car and a delivery truck directly in front of my house. Both vehicles drove onto the sidewalk, which caused some damage that will need to be repaired.
Please send me information about your sidewalk maintenance and street repair programs. The situation in front of my building is becoming an enormous problem, and it does not seem fair that one property owner should have to take care of everything alone. I would welcome any help that the city can provide.

Thank you,
Linda Kauffman

177. Why does the notice mention removing snow?

(A) To explain a recent change to one of the city’s laws
(B) To inform the public about one of the city’s services
(C) To give an example of a property owner’s responsibility
(D) To warn Ms. Kauffman about a complaint from a neighbor

NOTICE

As a property owner in the City of Brock Ridge, you are responsible for keeping the streets, sidewalks, and other public spaces that border your property in good condition. This includes removing snow in front of your property, and making sure that the sidewalks are free of rubbish.
For more information about your responsibilities as a property owner, including how to get help for sidewalk maintenance and street repairs, contact the City Services Department at (303) 347-1924, or e-mail us at services@brockridge.gov for an electronic copy of our brochure, The Brock Ridge Sidewalk Maintenance and Repair Program.

From: “Linda Kauffman”
To: services@brockridge.gov
Date: April 27, 20– 8:24:19 AM EDT
Subject: Sidewalk Assistance Program

Hello, I am writing to you regarding the sidewalk in front of my house. I own the property at 15 Washington Street, which is a very busy street, with a high volume of both pedestrian and vehicle traffic. Every day I need to pick up rubbish from in front of my house. There are no rubbish bins on the block, so people just drop their trash on the ground. Yesterday, there was an accident involving a car and a delivery truck directly in front of my house. Both vehicles drove onto the sidewalk, which caused some damage that will need to be repaired.
Please send me information about your sidewalk maintenance and street repair programs. The situation in front of my building is becoming an enormous problem, and it does not seem fair that one property owner should have to take care of everything alone. I would welcome any help that the city can provide.

Thank you,
Linda Kauffman

178. In the e-mail, the word “volume” in paragraph 1, line 2, is closest in meaning to

(A) travel
(B) sound
(C) amount
(D) problem

NOTICE

As a property owner in the City of Brock Ridge, you are responsible for keeping the streets, sidewalks, and other public spaces that border your property in good condition. This includes removing snow in front of your property, and making sure that the sidewalks are free of rubbish.
For more information about your responsibilities as a property owner, including how to get help for sidewalk maintenance and street repairs, contact the City Services Department at (303) 347-1924, or e-mail us at services@brockridge.gov for an electronic copy of our brochure, The Brock Ridge Sidewalk Maintenance and Repair Program.

From: “Linda Kauffman”
To: services@brockridge.gov
Date: April 27, 20– 8:24:19 AM EDT
Subject: Sidewalk Assistance Program

Hello, I am writing to you regarding the sidewalk in front of my house. I own the property at 15 Washington Street, which is a very busy street, with a high volume of both pedestrian and vehicle traffic. Every day I need to pick up rubbish from in front of my house. There are no rubbish bins on the block, so people just drop their trash on the ground. Yesterday, there was an accident involving a car and a delivery truck directly in front of my house. Both vehicles drove onto the sidewalk, which caused some damage that will need to be repaired.
Please send me information about your sidewalk maintenance and street repair programs. The situation in front of my building is becoming an enormous problem, and it does not seem fair that one property owner should have to take care of everything alone. I would welcome any help that the city can provide.

Thank you,
Linda Kauffman

179. What does Ms. Kauffman say about the sidewalk in front of her house?

(A) It is dangerous for pedestrians.
(B) It was not repaired correctly.
(C) It is frequently covered in snow.
(D) It was damaged in an accident.

NOTICE

As a property owner in the City of Brock Ridge, you are responsible for keeping the streets, sidewalks, and other public spaces that border your property in good condition. This includes removing snow in front of your property, and making sure that the sidewalks are free of rubbish.
For more information about your responsibilities as a property owner, including how to get help for sidewalk maintenance and street repairs, contact the City Services Department at (303) 347-1924, or e-mail us at services@brockridge.gov for an electronic copy of our brochure, The Brock Ridge Sidewalk Maintenance and Repair Program.

From: “Linda Kauffman”
To: services@brockridge.gov
Date: April 27, 20– 8:24:19 AM EDT
Subject: Sidewalk Assistance Program

Hello, I am writing to you regarding the sidewalk in front of my house. I own the property at 15 Washington Street, which is a very busy street, with a high volume of both pedestrian and vehicle traffic. Every day I need to pick up rubbish from in front of my house. There are no rubbish bins on the block, so people just drop their trash on the ground. Yesterday, there was an accident involving a car and a delivery truck directly in front of my house. Both vehicles drove onto the sidewalk, which caused some damage that will need to be repaired.
Please send me information about your sidewalk maintenance and street repair programs. The situation in front of my building is becoming an enormous problem, and it does not seem fair that one property owner should have to take care of everything alone. I would welcome any help that the city can provide.

Thank you,
Linda Kauffman

180. What will the City Services Department probably do?

(A) E-mail Ms. Kauffman a brochure
(B) Send Ms. Kaufmann a form to fill out
(C) Contact Ms. Kauffman to discuss her problem
(D) Remove rubbish from in front of Ms. Kauffman’s property

Questions 181 – 185 refer to the following note and e-mail:

WHILE YOU WERE OUT #

Date: Wednesday, May 25 Time: 1:15 P.M.
For: Caleb Crawford
Name: Sandra Carter
Of: Carter Consulting
Phone: (212)-294-4607
E-Mail: scarter@carterconsulting.com

Telephoned [X] Returned Call [ ] Left Package [ ]

Please Call [X] Was In [ ] Please See Me [ ]

Will Call Again [ ] Will Return [ ] Important [X]

Message:
Sandra Carter called about your Thursday morning meeting. An employee called in sick and she needs to cover. Wants to reschedule for same time Friday if possible. Please call or e-mail her.

From: c_crawford@crawford_architects.com
To: scarter@carterconsulting.com
Date: Wednesday May 25, 20– 1:57:22 P.M.
Subject: Meeting

Hi Sandra,

I got your message about rescheduling. That’s not a problem. Friday at 10 will be fine. Just come to my office, room 501, which is on the 5th floor.
Meanwhile, there have been some new developments on the Forsyth project since we last talked. I just got back from a meeting with Yasmine Bukhari. She got approval for the project, and wants us to start on that immediately; however, she’s asked for a couple of significant changes that you and I will need to discuss further, because these will affect your role in the project. I’ll have more details by Friday, and we can talk about all this then.
Sorry to hear about your sick employee. I hope it’s not serious. Looking forward to seeing you on Friday.

Take care,
Caleb

181. What does Caleb Crawford find out about Sandra Carter from the note?

(A) That she came to his office while he was out
(B) That she is ill and cannot come into work
(C) That she has some important news to tell him
(D) That she will be unable to meet on Thursday

WHILE YOU WERE OUT #

Date: Wednesday, May 25 Time: 1:15 P.M.
For: Caleb Crawford
Name: Sandra Carter
Of: Carter Consulting
Phone: (212)-294-4607
E-Mail: scarter@carterconsulting.com

Telephoned [X] Returned Call [ ] Left Package [ ]

Please Call [X] Was In [ ] Please See Me [ ]

Will Call Again [ ] Will Return [ ] Important [X]

Message:
Sandra Carter called about your Thursday morning meeting. An employee called in sick and she needs to cover. Wants to reschedule for same time Friday if possible. Please call or e-mail her.

From: c_crawford@crawford_architects.com
To: scarter@carterconsulting.com
Date: Wednesday May 25, 20– 1:57:22 P.M.
Subject: Meeting

Hi Sandra,

I got your message about rescheduling. That’s not a problem. Friday at 10 will be fine. Just come to my office, room 501, which is on the 5th floor.
Meanwhile, there have been some new developments on the Forsyth project since we last talked. I just got back from a meeting with Yasmine Bukhari. She got approval for the project, and wants us to start on that immediately; however, she’s asked for a couple of significant changes that you and I will need to discuss further, because these will affect your role in the project. I’ll have more details by Friday, and we can talk about all this then.
Sorry to hear about your sick employee. I hope it’s not serious. Looking forward to seeing you on Friday.

Take care,
Caleb

182. Who most likely is Yasmine Bukhari?

(A) A Carter Consulting customer
(B) A Crawford Architects customer
(C) One of Sandra Carter’s employees
(D) One of Caleb Crawford’s employees

Question

(A) It has been canceled.
(B) It will be completed on Friday.
(C) It has received approval to begin.
(D) It will be managed by Yasmine Bukhari.

Question

(A) little
(B) advanced
(C) expensive
(D) important

WHILE YOU WERE OUT #

Date: Wednesday, May 25 Time: 1:15 P.M.
For: Caleb Crawford
Name: Sandra Carter
Of: Carter Consulting
Phone: (212)-294-4607
E-Mail: scarter@carterconsulting.com

Telephoned [X] Returned Call [ ] Left Package [ ]

Please Call [X] Was In [ ] Please See Me [ ]

Will Call Again [ ] Will Return [ ] Important [X]

Message:
Sandra Carter called about your Thursday morning meeting. An employee called in sick and she needs to cover. Wants to reschedule for same time Friday if possible. Please call or e-mail her.

From: c_crawford@crawford_architects.com
To: scarter@carterconsulting.com
Date: Wednesday May 25, 20– 1:57:22 P.M.
Subject: Meeting

Hi Sandra,

I got your message about rescheduling. That’s not a problem. Friday at 10 will be fine. Just come to my office, room 501, which is on the 5th floor.
Meanwhile, there have been some new developments on the Forsyth project since we last talked. I just got back from a meeting with Yasmine Bukhari. She got approval for the project, and wants us to start on that immediately; however, she’s asked for a couple of significant changes that you and I will need to discuss further, because these will affect your role in the project. I’ll have more details by Friday, and we can talk about all this then.
Sorry to hear about your sick employee. I hope it’s not serious. Looking forward to seeing you on Friday.

Take care,
Caleb

185. What will Caleb Crawford and Sandra Carter probably discuss when they meet?

(A) How to handle a new employee
(B) What Sandra will be doing on a project
(C) Why Caleb wants to make changes to a project
(D) Why Yasmine Bukhari’s project should be approved

Questions 186 – 190 refer to the following receipt, e-mail, and survey:

Traveler`s Paradise Hotel
Bil to:
Name: Mr. Trevor McGee
Address: 24 Smith Street, Warrenton, VA 20186
Phone: (540) 238-7798
E-mail: trevor_mgee@housemail.comTotal: $227.43 billed to credit card #:xxxxxxx1783 Expires: August 20xx

Room	Check in	Check out	# of nights	Rate	Total
307	June 20	June 23	3	$70.00	$210.00
				Subtotal	$210.00
				Tax (8.3%)	$17.43
Other charges
				Total due	$227.43
Thank you for staying at the Traveler`s Paradise Hotel

From: Traveler’s Paradise Hotel <customer_service@travelersparadise.net>
To: trevor_mgee@housemail.com
Date: Tuesday, July 14, 20– 09:01:23 A.M.
Subject: Traveler’s Paradise Hotel Guest Survey

Dear Trevor McGee,

We recently e-mailed you an invitation to complete a Guest Satisfaction Survey concerning your stay with us at Traveler’s Paradise Hotel in Las Cruces.
We noticed that you did not complete the survey. We are concerned that the reason you have not responded may be because your experience at our hotel may not have been positive.
At Traveler’s Paradise Hotel, our goal is to provide outstanding accommodations and customer service to every one of our guests. Please take a few minutes to tell us about your experience with us.
To complete the survey, please click on the web address: https://www.travelersparadise.net/ survey.doc
Thank you again for choosing Traveler’s Paradise Hotel. I look forward to hearing about your stay with us.

Sincerely,
Penelope Schneider,
President Traveler’s Paradise Hotel

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If you want the borders to collapse into one border, add the CSS border-collapse property.

	Very Unhappy	Happy	Very Happy	Neither Happy nor Unhappy
Overall Experience as a Guest		X
Overall Quality of Room			X
Helpfulness of Staff			X
Quality of Service			X
Quality of Restaurant	X
Value Received for the price				X
What was the primary purpose of your stay? Business [X] Personal/Pleasure [ ]

Additional comments:

Overall, my experience with the hotel itself was good. The room was clean and comfortable, and the hotel staff was friendly and professional. Unfortunately, my experience with the hotel restaurant was not good. I am allergic to wheat. the menu listed a gluten-free (no wheat) pasta entree, Which I ordered. I specifically asked the waiter to make sure that the pasta was gluten-free. The dish I was brought was made it again with the no-wheat pasta, and that they would not charge me for my meal. But at that point, it was getting late. I needed to get up very early the next morning, so I couldn’t wait for them was a complete waste of my time. I found another restaurant in town the next day, and ate the rest of my meals there.

Thank you!

186. When did Mr. McGee’s stay at the hotel end?

(A) June 20
(B) June 23
(C) July 14
(D) August 20

Traveler`s Paradise Hotel
Bil to:
Name: Mr. Trevor McGee
Address: 24 Smith Street, Warrenton, VA 20186
Phone: (540) 238-7798
E-mail: trevor_mgee@housemail.comTotal: $227.43 billed to credit card #:xxxxxxx1783 Expires: August 20xx

Room	Check in	Check out	# of nights	Rate	Total
307	June 20	June 23	3	$70.00	$210.00
				Subtotal	$210.00
				Tax (8.3%)	$17.43
Other charges
				Total due	$227.43
Thank you for staying at the Traveler`s Paradise Hotel

From: Traveler’s Paradise Hotel <customer_service@travelersparadise.net>
To: trevor_mgee@housemail.com
Date: Tuesday, July 14, 20– 09:01:23 A.M.
Subject: Traveler’s Paradise Hotel Guest Survey

Dear Trevor McGee,

We recently e-mailed you an invitation to complete a Guest Satisfaction Survey concerning your stay with us at Traveler’s Paradise Hotel in Las Cruces.
We noticed that you did not complete the survey. We are concerned that the reason you have not responded may be because your experience at our hotel may not have been positive.
At Traveler’s Paradise Hotel, our goal is to provide outstanding accommodations and customer service to every one of our guests. Please take a few minutes to tell us about your experience with us.
To complete the survey, please click on the web address: https://www.travelersparadise.net/ survey.doc
Thank you again for choosing Traveler’s Paradise Hotel. I look forward to hearing about your stay with us.

Sincerely,
Penelope Schneider,
President Traveler’s Paradise Hotel

Collapsed Borders

If you want the borders to collapse into one border, add the CSS border-collapse property.

	Very Unhappy	Happy	Very Happy	Neither Happy nor Unhappy
Overall Experience as a Guest		X
Overall Quality of Room			X
Helpfulness of Staff			X
Quality of Service			X
Quality of Restaurant	X
Value Received for the price				X
What was the primary purpose of your stay? Business [X] Personal/Pleasure [ ]

Additional comments:

Overall, my experience with the hotel itself was good. The room was clean and comfortable, and the hotel staff was friendly and professional. Unfortunately, my experience with the hotel restaurant was not good. I am allergic to wheat. the menu listed a gluten-free (no wheat) pasta entree, Which I ordered. I specifically asked the waiter to make sure that the pasta was gluten-free. The dish I was brought was made it again with the no-wheat pasta, and that they would not charge me for my meal. But at that point, it was getting late. I needed to get up very early the next morning, so I couldn’t wait for them was a complete waste of my time. I found another restaurant in town the next day, and ate the rest of my meals there.

Thank you!

187. What is NOT true about Mr. McGee’s hotel receipt?

(A) It includes a charge for meals.
(B) It shows how the bill was paid.
(C) It states which room was used.
(D) It indicates that a tax was charged.

Traveler`s Paradise Hotel
Bil to:
Name: Mr. Trevor McGee
Address: 24 Smith Street, Warrenton, VA 20186
Phone: (540) 238-7798
E-mail: trevor_mgee@housemail.comTotal: $227.43 billed to credit card #:xxxxxxx1783 Expires: August 20xx

Room	Check in	Check out	# of nights	Rate	Total
307	June 20	June 23	3	$70.00	$210.00
				Subtotal	$210.00
				Tax (8.3%)	$17.43
Other charges
				Total due	$227.43
Thank you for staying at the Traveler`s Paradise Hotel

Collapsed Borders

If you want the borders to collapse into one border, add the CSS border-collapse property.

	Very Unhappy	Happy	Very Happy	Neither Happy nor Unhappy
Overall Experience as a Guest		X
Overall Quality of Room			X
Helpfulness of Staff			X
Quality of Service			X
Quality of Restaurant	X
Value Received for the price				X
What was the primary purpose of your stay? Business [X] Personal/Pleasure [ ]

Additional comments:

Overall, my experience with the hotel itself was good. The room was clean and comfortable, and the hotel staff was friendly and professional. Unfortunately, my experience with the hotel restaurant was not good. I am allergic to wheat. the menu listed a gluten-free (no wheat) pasta entree, Which I ordered. I specifically asked the waiter to make sure that the pasta was gluten-free. The dish I was brought was made it again with the no-wheat pasta, and that they would not charge me for my meal. But at that point, it was getting late. I needed to get up very early the next morning, so I couldn’t wait for them was a complete waste of my time. I found another restaurant in town the next day, and ate the rest of my meals there.

Thank you!

188. In the e-mail, the word “responded” in paragraph 2, line 2, is closest in meaning to

(A) started
(B) opened
(C) created
(D) answered

Traveler`s Paradise Hotel
Bil to:
Name: Mr. Trevor McGee
Address: 24 Smith Street, Warrenton, VA 20186
Phone: (540) 238-7798
E-mail: trevor_mgee@housemail.comTotal: $227.43 billed to credit card #:xxxxxxx1783 Expires: August 20xx

Room	Check in	Check out	# of nights	Rate	Total
307	June 20	June 23	3	$70.00	$210.00
				Subtotal	$210.00
				Tax (8.3%)	$17.43
Other charges
				Total due	$227.43
Thank you for staying at the Traveler`s Paradise Hotel

Collapsed Borders

If you want the borders to collapse into one border, add the CSS border-collapse property.

	Very Unhappy	Happy	Very Happy	Neither Happy nor Unhappy
Overall Experience as a Guest		X
Overall Quality of Room			X
Helpfulness of Staff			X
Quality of Service			X
Quality of Restaurant	X
Value Received for the price				X
What was the primary purpose of your stay? Business [X] Personal/Pleasure [ ]

Additional comments:

Overall, my experience with the hotel itself was good. The room was clean and comfortable, and the hotel staff was friendly and professional. Unfortunately, my experience with the hotel restaurant was not good. I am allergic to wheat. the menu listed a gluten-free (no wheat) pasta entree, Which I ordered. I specifically asked the waiter to make sure that the pasta was gluten-free. The dish I was brought was made it again with the no-wheat pasta, and that they would not charge me for my meal. But at that point, it was getting late. I needed to get up very early the next morning, so I couldn’t wait for them was a complete waste of my time. I found another restaurant in town the next day, and ate the rest of my meals there.

Thank you!

189. What is Mr. McGee’s complaint?

(A) His bed was not comfortable to sleep on.
(B) His room was not clean when he arrived.
(C) He was served something he could not eat.
(D) He was charged for something he did not want.

Traveler`s Paradise Hotel
Bil to:
Name: Mr. Trevor McGee
Address: 24 Smith Street, Warrenton, VA 20186
Phone: (540) 238-7798
E-mail: trevor_mgee@housemail.comTotal: $227.43 billed to credit card #:xxxxxxx1783 Expires: August 20xx

Room	Check in	Check out	# of nights	Rate	Total
307	June 20	June 23	3	$70.00	$210.00
				Subtotal	$210.00
				Tax (8.3%)	$17.43
Other charges
				Total due	$227.43
Thank you for staying at the Traveler`s Paradise Hotel

Collapsed Borders

If you want the borders to collapse into one border, add the CSS border-collapse property.

	Very Unhappy	Happy	Very Happy	Neither Happy nor Unhappy
Overall Experience as a Guest		X
Overall Quality of Room			X
Helpfulness of Staff			X
Quality of Service			X
Quality of Restaurant	X
Value Received for the price				X
What was the primary purpose of your stay? Business [X] Personal/Pleasure [ ]

Additional comments:

Overall, my experience with the hotel itself was good. The room was clean and comfortable, and the hotel staff was friendly and professional. Unfortunately, my experience with the hotel restaurant was not good. I am allergic to wheat. the menu listed a gluten-free (no wheat) pasta entree, Which I ordered. I specifically asked the waiter to make sure that the pasta was gluten-free. The dish I was brought was made it again with the no-wheat pasta, and that they would not charge me for my meal. But at that point, it was getting late. I needed to get up very early the next morning, so I couldn’t wait for them was a complete waste of my time. I found another restaurant in town the next day, and ate the rest of my meals there.

Thank you!

190. What is probably true about Mr. McGee?

(A) He contacted Penelope Schneider directly to tell her about his experience.
(B) He usually stays at Traveler’s Paradise Hotel when he takes business trips.
(C) He did not fill out the survey at first because he had a negative experience.
(D) He chose to stay at Traveler’s Paradise Hotel because it offers a good value for the price

Questions 191 – 195 refer to the following course description and e-mails:

COURSE DESCRIPTION

English 102
Taught by: Gordon Lewis
Begins: September 3rd
Location / time: Main Building, room 207 / M-W-F 10:00 -10:50

English 102 is the second half of a two-semester course. It covers the basics of grammar and composition, including sentence building, and writing paragraphs. Students also study literature from many different genres and time periods, including Shakespeare’s drama Romeo and Juliet, Harriet Beecher Stowe’s novel Uncle Tom’s Cabin, the poetry of Langston Hughes and John Keats, Homer’s Odyssey, and other early Greek works.

To: Larry Sweeny <lsweeny@njrealestate.com>

From: Gordon Lewis<glewis@maplemail.net>

Date: Monday, May 14, 20— 1:22:07 A.M.

Subject: Searching for housing in Newark

Dear Larry,

Our mutual friend Dan Miller suggested that I get in touch with you about finding a home for rent. Dan speaks highly of you, and says that you are the best real estate agent in town. I will be moving to Newark this September to begin a one-year teaching position at Newark University. I am interested in renting a three-bedroom house for one year, beginning September 1st. My wife and I have two teen-aged children who will be attending high school at Lincoln High School, in the North Ironbound neighborhood. Ideally, we would like to find a house within walking distance of the high school.
We would prefer a house with at least three bedrooms, but four would be better (we would use the fourth as a home office, and as a guest bedroom). We are also hoping to have a living room, a separate dining room, a modern kitchen (new appliances), and a laundry room. We would also need at least two full bathrooms. Our budget is anything up to $3,000 per month.
I’ll be in Newark the week of June 1st for a series of meetings for new staff. If you are able to find some suitable properties for me to visit while I’m in town, that would be greatly appreciated. I’ll be staying at the Claremont Inn, downtown. I’ll call you when I get in, and we can make arrangements to meet then. In the meantime, thank you for your assistance. I look forward to meeting you!

Regards, Gordon

To: Gordon Lewis<glewis@maplemail.net>

From: Larry Sweeny <lsweeny@njrealestate.com>

Date: Monday, May 14, 20— 4:12:04 P.M.

Subject: Re: Searching for housing in Newark

Hi Gordon,

Dan told me you would probably contact me. I can certainly help you out. If I understand you correctly, your main concern is being located near your kids’ high school. Unfortunately, there aren’t a lot of houses in that area. Most of the housing there consists of apartments in high-rise buildings. Now, with your budget, you could afford a very nice four-bedroom apartment in that neighborhood.
If you really want a house, rather than an apartment, I would suggest the Forest Hill neighborhood. It’s farther away from the high school, but honestly, it’s a much nicer neighborhood. It’s about 15 minutes by car from Forest Hill to North Ironbound, and about 30 minutes by bus.
If you’d like, I can look for housing in both neighborhoods and send you some links to pictures. Once you get a feel for what’s available, we can discuss next steps. And of course, when you visit in June, we can actually go and walk around the neighborhoods.
I’m looking forward to working with you on this, and to meeting you when you’re here! Please say “hi” to Dan for me!

Best,
Larry

191. What is true about the course that Gordon Lewis will teach?

(A) It covers mostly modern literature.
(B) It is one half of a two-semester course.
(C) It is an hour long and meets twice a week.
(D) It is offered only to seniors at the university.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

English 102
Taught by: Gordon Lewis
Begins: September 3rd
Location / time: Main Building, room 207 / M-W-F 10:00 -10:50

English 102 is the second half of a two-semester course. It covers the basics of grammar and composition, including sentence building, and writing paragraphs. Students also study literature from many different genres and time periods, including Shakespeare’s drama Romeo and Juliet, Harriet Beecher Stowe’s novel Uncle Tom’s Cabin, the poetry of Langston Hughes and John Keats, Homer’s Odyssey, and other early Greek works.

To: Larry Sweeny <lsweeny@njrealestate.com>

From: Gordon Lewis<glewis@maplemail.net>

Date: Monday, May 14, 20— 1:22:07 A.M.

Subject: Searching for housing in Newark

Dear Larry,

Our mutual friend Dan Miller suggested that I get in touch with you about finding a home for rent. Dan speaks highly of you, and says that you are the best real estate agent in town. I will be moving to Newark this September to begin a one-year teaching position at Newark University. I am interested in renting a three-bedroom house for one year, beginning September 1st. My wife and I have two teen-aged children who will be attending high school at Lincoln High School, in the North Ironbound neighborhood. Ideally, we would like to find a house within walking distance of the high school.
We would prefer a house with at least three bedrooms, but four would be better (we would use the fourth as a home office, and as a guest bedroom). We are also hoping to have a living room, a separate dining room, a modern kitchen (new appliances), and a laundry room. We would also need at least two full bathrooms. Our budget is anything up to $3,000 per month.
I’ll be in Newark the week of June 1st for a series of meetings for new staff. If you are able to find some suitable properties for me to visit while I’m in town, that would be greatly appreciated. I’ll be staying at the Claremont Inn, downtown. I’ll call you when I get in, and we can make arrangements to meet then. In the meantime, thank you for your assistance. I look forward to meeting you!

Regards, Gordon

To: Gordon Lewis<glewis@maplemail.net>

From: Larry Sweeny <lsweeny@njrealestate.com>

Date: Monday, May 14, 20— 4:12:04 P.M.

Subject: Re: Searching for housing in Newark

Hi Gordon,

Dan told me you would probably contact me. I can certainly help you out. If I understand you correctly, your main concern is being located near your kids’ high school. Unfortunately, there aren’t a lot of houses in that area. Most of the housing there consists of apartments in high-rise buildings. Now, with your budget, you could afford a very nice four-bedroom apartment in that neighborhood.
If you really want a house, rather than an apartment, I would suggest the Forest Hill neighborhood. It’s farther away from the high school, but honestly, it’s a much nicer neighborhood. It’s about 15 minutes by car from Forest Hill to North Ironbound, and about 30 minutes by bus.
If you’d like, I can look for housing in both neighborhoods and send you some links to pictures. Once you get a feel for what’s available, we can discuss next steps. And of course, when you visit in June, we can actually go and walk around the neighborhoods.
I’m looking forward to working with you on this, and to meeting you when you’re here! Please say “hi” to Dan for me!

Best,
Larry

192. What is indicated about Dan Miller?

(A) He teaches a course at Newark University.
(B) He wants to rent his house to Gordon Lewis.
(C) He lives in the North Ironbound neighborhood.
(D) He is friends with both Larry Sweeny and Gordon Lewis

COURSE DESCRIPTION

English 102
Taught by: Gordon Lewis
Begins: September 3rd
Location / time: Main Building, room 207 / M-W-F 10:00 -10:50

English 102 is the second half of a two-semester course. It covers the basics of grammar and composition, including sentence building, and writing paragraphs. Students also study literature from many different genres and time periods, including Shakespeare’s drama Romeo and Juliet, Harriet Beecher Stowe’s novel Uncle Tom’s Cabin, the poetry of Langston Hughes and John Keats, Homer’s Odyssey, and other early Greek works.

To: Larry Sweeny <lsweeny@njrealestate.com>

From: Gordon Lewis<glewis@maplemail.net>

Date: Monday, May 14, 20— 1:22:07 A.M.

Subject: Searching for housing in Newark

Dear Larry,

Our mutual friend Dan Miller suggested that I get in touch with you about finding a home for rent. Dan speaks highly of you, and says that you are the best real estate agent in town. I will be moving to Newark this September to begin a one-year teaching position at Newark University. I am interested in renting a three-bedroom house for one year, beginning September 1st. My wife and I have two teen-aged children who will be attending high school at Lincoln High School, in the North Ironbound neighborhood. Ideally, we would like to find a house within walking distance of the high school.
We would prefer a house with at least three bedrooms, but four would be better (we would use the fourth as a home office, and as a guest bedroom). We are also hoping to have a living room, a separate dining room, a modern kitchen (new appliances), and a laundry room. We would also need at least two full bathrooms. Our budget is anything up to $3,000 per month.
I’ll be in Newark the week of June 1st for a series of meetings for new staff. If you are able to find some suitable properties for me to visit while I’m in town, that would be greatly appreciated. I’ll be staying at the Claremont Inn, downtown. I’ll call you when I get in, and we can make arrangements to meet then. In the meantime, thank you for your assistance. I look forward to meeting you!

Regards, Gordon

To: Gordon Lewis<glewis@maplemail.net>

From: Larry Sweeny <lsweeny@njrealestate.com>

Date: Monday, May 14, 20— 4:12:04 P.M.

Subject: Re: Searching for housing in Newark

Hi Gordon,

Dan told me you would probably contact me. I can certainly help you out. If I understand you correctly, your main concern is being located near your kids’ high school. Unfortunately, there aren’t a lot of houses in that area. Most of the housing there consists of apartments in high-rise buildings. Now, with your budget, you could afford a very nice four-bedroom apartment in that neighborhood.
If you really want a house, rather than an apartment, I would suggest the Forest Hill neighborhood. It’s farther away from the high school, but honestly, it’s a much nicer neighborhood. It’s about 15 minutes by car from Forest Hill to North Ironbound, and about 30 minutes by bus.
If you’d like, I can look for housing in both neighborhoods and send you some links to pictures. Once you get a feel for what’s available, we can discuss next steps. And of course, when you visit in June, we can actually go and walk around the neighborhoods.
I’m looking forward to working with you on this, and to meeting you when you’re here! Please say “hi” to Dan for me!

Best,
Larry

193. What does Larry Sweeny’s job probably involve?

(A) Helping people to buy and rent property
(B) Teaching an English course at a university
(C) Advising people about their academic careers
(D) Traveling between North Ironbound and Forest Hill

COURSE DESCRIPTION

English 102
Taught by: Gordon Lewis
Begins: September 3rd
Location / time: Main Building, room 207 / M-W-F 10:00 -10:50

English 102 is the second half of a two-semester course. It covers the basics of grammar and composition, including sentence building, and writing paragraphs. Students also study literature from many different genres and time periods, including Shakespeare’s drama Romeo and Juliet, Harriet Beecher Stowe’s novel Uncle Tom’s Cabin, the poetry of Langston Hughes and John Keats, Homer’s Odyssey, and other early Greek works.

To: Larry Sweeny <lsweeny@njrealestate.com>

From: Gordon Lewis<glewis@maplemail.net>

Date: Monday, May 14, 20— 1:22:07 A.M.

Subject: Searching for housing in Newark

Dear Larry,

Our mutual friend Dan Miller suggested that I get in touch with you about finding a home for rent. Dan speaks highly of you, and says that you are the best real estate agent in town. I will be moving to Newark this September to begin a one-year teaching position at Newark University. I am interested in renting a three-bedroom house for one year, beginning September 1st. My wife and I have two teen-aged children who will be attending high school at Lincoln High School, in the North Ironbound neighborhood. Ideally, we would like to find a house within walking distance of the high school.
We would prefer a house with at least three bedrooms, but four would be better (we would use the fourth as a home office, and as a guest bedroom). We are also hoping to have a living room, a separate dining room, a modern kitchen (new appliances), and a laundry room. We would also need at least two full bathrooms. Our budget is anything up to $3,000 per month.
I’ll be in Newark the week of June 1st for a series of meetings for new staff. If you are able to find some suitable properties for me to visit while I’m in town, that would be greatly appreciated. I’ll be staying at the Claremont Inn, downtown. I’ll call you when I get in, and we can make arrangements to meet then. In the meantime, thank you for your assistance. I look forward to meeting you!

Regards, Gordon

To: Gordon Lewis<glewis@maplemail.net>

From: Larry Sweeny <lsweeny@njrealestate.com>

Date: Monday, May 14, 20— 4:12:04 P.M.

Subject: Re: Searching for housing in Newark

Hi Gordon,

Dan told me you would probably contact me. I can certainly help you out. If I understand you correctly, your main concern is being located near your kids’ high school. Unfortunately, there aren’t a lot of houses in that area. Most of the housing there consists of apartments in high-rise buildings. Now, with your budget, you could afford a very nice four-bedroom apartment in that neighborhood.
If you really want a house, rather than an apartment, I would suggest the Forest Hill neighborhood. It’s farther away from the high school, but honestly, it’s a much nicer neighborhood. It’s about 15 minutes by car from Forest Hill to North Ironbound, and about 30 minutes by bus.
If you’d like, I can look for housing in both neighborhoods and send you some links to pictures. Once you get a feel for what’s available, we can discuss next steps. And of course, when you visit in June, we can actually go and walk around the neighborhoods.
I’m looking forward to working with you on this, and to meeting you when you’re here! Please say “hi” to Dan for me!

Best,
Larry

194. In the first e-mail, the word “budget” in paragraph 3, line 4, is closest in meaning to

(A) high cost
(B) money owed
(C) annual salary
(D) available money

COURSE DESCRIPTION

English 102
Taught by: Gordon Lewis
Begins: September 3rd
Location / time: Main Building, room 207 / M-W-F 10:00 -10:50

English 102 is the second half of a two-semester course. It covers the basics of grammar and composition, including sentence building, and writing paragraphs. Students also study literature from many different genres and time periods, including Shakespeare’s drama Romeo and Juliet, Harriet Beecher Stowe’s novel Uncle Tom’s Cabin, the poetry of Langston Hughes and John Keats, Homer’s Odyssey, and other early Greek works.

To: Larry Sweeny <lsweeny@njrealestate.com>

From: Gordon Lewis<glewis@maplemail.net>

Date: Monday, May 14, 20— 1:22:07 A.M.

Subject: Searching for housing in Newark

Dear Larry,

Our mutual friend Dan Miller suggested that I get in touch with you about finding a home for rent. Dan speaks highly of you, and says that you are the best real estate agent in town. I will be moving to Newark this September to begin a one-year teaching position at Newark University. I am interested in renting a three-bedroom house for one year, beginning September 1st. My wife and I have two teen-aged children who will be attending high school at Lincoln High School, in the North Ironbound neighborhood. Ideally, we would like to find a house within walking distance of the high school.
We would prefer a house with at least three bedrooms, but four would be better (we would use the fourth as a home office, and as a guest bedroom). We are also hoping to have a living room, a separate dining room, a modern kitchen (new appliances), and a laundry room. We would also need at least two full bathrooms. Our budget is anything up to $3,000 per month.
I’ll be in Newark the week of June 1st for a series of meetings for new staff. If you are able to find some suitable properties for me to visit while I’m in town, that would be greatly appreciated. I’ll be staying at the Claremont Inn, downtown. I’ll call you when I get in, and we can make arrangements to meet then. In the meantime, thank you for your assistance. I look forward to meeting you!

Regards, Gordon

To: Gordon Lewis<glewis@maplemail.net>

From: Larry Sweeny <lsweeny@njrealestate.com>

Date: Monday, May 14, 20— 4:12:04 P.M.

Subject: Re: Searching for housing in Newark

Hi Gordon,

Dan told me you would probably contact me. I can certainly help you out. If I understand you correctly, your main concern is being located near your kids’ high school. Unfortunately, there aren’t a lot of houses in that area. Most of the housing there consists of apartments in high-rise buildings. Now, with your budget, you could afford a very nice four-bedroom apartment in that neighborhood.
If you really want a house, rather than an apartment, I would suggest the Forest Hill neighborhood. It’s farther away from the high school, but honestly, it’s a much nicer neighborhood. It’s about 15 minutes by car from Forest Hill to North Ironbound, and about 30 minutes by bus.
If you’d like, I can look for housing in both neighborhoods and send you some links to pictures. Once you get a feel for what’s available, we can discuss next steps. And of course, when you visit in June, we can actually go and walk around the neighborhoods.
I’m looking forward to working with you on this, and to meeting you when you’re here! Please say “hi” to Dan for me!

Best,
Larry

195. What will probably happen during the first week of June?

(A) Gordon Lewis will start a new job.
(B) Dan Miller will visit Larry Sweeny.
(C) Dan Miller and Gordon Lewis will begin working together.
(D) Larry Sweeny and Gordon Lewis will meet for the first time.

Questions 196 – 200 refer to the following train schedule, and text messages:

TRAIN SCHEDULE

From	To	Fare (one-way)	Departs
Washington DC	Atlanta	$125	8:00, 13:00, 17:00
Washington DC	Chicago	Chicago	6:00, 10:00, 14:00, 18:00
Washington DC	Harrisburg	$78	9:00, 18:00
Washington DC	New York	$79	hourly, from 6:00 to 20:00
Washington DC	Philadelphia	$49	hourly, from 6:00 to 20:00

Jenna:

Hi Panos. Just wanted to confirm that we’re meeting on Monday at 1:30. I looked at the report you sent me yesterday, and it looks good. You’ve managed to present a detailed analysis of a complex topic in a very readable way. I do have some questions for you, but I’ll save them for the meeting. Have a safe trip! See you Monday at 11:30!

[4:25 P.M.]

Panos:

Hi Jenna. Are we meeting at 1:30 or 11:30? You last text was a little confusing. I’m okay with either. There are trains from Washington DC to Philadelphia every hour, all day, and the trip takes only about 1.5 hours. And when I get there, I’ll just take a taxi from the station to your office. Glad you liked the analysis. I have some questions for you, too, so it sounds like we’ll have plenty to talk about! Again, please let me know what time I should be there.

[4:39 P.M.]

196. According to the schedule, which destination has the fewest departures?

(A) Atlanta
(B) Chicago
(C) Harrisburg
(D) Philadelphia

TRAIN SCHEDULE

From	To	Fare (one-way)	Departs
Washington DC	Atlanta	$125	8:00, 13:00, 17:00
Washington DC	Chicago	Chicago	6:00, 10:00, 14:00, 18:00
Washington DC	Harrisburg	$78	9:00, 18:00
Washington DC	New York	$79	hourly, from 6:00 to 20:00
Washington DC	Philadelphia	$49	hourly, from 6:00 to 20:00

Jenna:

Hi Panos. Just wanted to confirm that we’re meeting on Monday at 1:30. I looked at the report you sent me yesterday, and it looks good. You’ve managed to present a detailed analysis of a complex topic in a very readable way. I do have some questions for you, but I’ll save them for the meeting. Have a safe trip! See you Monday at 11:30!

[4:25 P.M.]

Panos:

Hi Jenna. Are we meeting at 1:30 or 11:30? You last text was a little confusing. I’m okay with either. There are trains from Washington DC to Philadelphia every hour, all day, and the trip takes only about 1.5 hours. And when I get there, I’ll just take a taxi from the station to your office. Glad you liked the analysis. I have some questions for you, too, so it sounds like we’ll have plenty to talk about! Again, please let me know what time I should be there.

[4:39 P.M.]

197. In the first text message, the word “complex,” in line 3, is closest in meaning to

(A) serious
(B) unusual
(C) annoying
(D) complicated

TRAIN SCHEDULE

From	To	Fare (one-way)	Departs
Washington DC	Atlanta	$125	8:00, 13:00, 17:00
Washington DC	Chicago	Chicago	6:00, 10:00, 14:00, 18:00
Washington DC	Harrisburg	$78	9:00, 18:00
Washington DC	New York	$79	hourly, from 6:00 to 20:00
Washington DC	Philadelphia	$49	hourly, from 6:00 to 20:00

Jenna:

Hi Panos. Just wanted to confirm that we’re meeting on Monday at 1:30. I looked at the report you sent me yesterday, and it looks good. You’ve managed to present a detailed analysis of a complex topic in a very readable way. I do have some questions for you, but I’ll save them for the meeting. Have a safe trip! See you Monday at 11:30!

[4:25 P.M.]

Panos:

Hi Jenna. Are we meeting at 1:30 or 11:30? You last text was a little confusing. I’m okay with either. There are trains from Washington DC to Philadelphia every hour, all day, and the trip takes only about 1.5 hours. And when I get there, I’ll just take a taxi from the station to your office. Glad you liked the analysis. I have some questions for you, too, so it sounds like we’ll have plenty to talk about! Again, please let me know what time I should be there.

[4:39 P.M.]

198. How much will Panos have to spend for his oneway ticket?

(A) $125
(B) $79
(C) $78
(D) $49

TRAIN SCHEDULE

From	To	Fare (one-way)	Departs
Washington DC	Atlanta	$125	8:00, 13:00, 17:00
Washington DC	Chicago	Chicago	6:00, 10:00, 14:00, 18:00
Washington DC	Harrisburg	$78	9:00, 18:00
Washington DC	New York	$79	hourly, from 6:00 to 20:00
Washington DC	Philadelphia	$49	hourly, from 6:00 to 20:00

Jenna:

Hi Panos. Just wanted to confirm that we’re meeting on Monday at 1:30. I looked at the report you sent me yesterday, and it looks good. You’ve managed to present a detailed analysis of a complex topic in a very readable way. I do have some questions for you, but I’ll save them for the meeting. Have a safe trip! See you Monday at 11:30!

[4:25 P.M.]

Panos:

Hi Jenna. Are we meeting at 1:30 or 11:30? You last text was a little confusing. I’m okay with either. There are trains from Washington DC to Philadelphia every hour, all day, and the trip takes only about 1.5 hours. And when I get there, I’ll just take a taxi from the station to your office. Glad you liked the analysis. I have some questions for you, too, so it sounds like we’ll have plenty to talk about! Again, please let me know what time I should be there.

[4:39 P.M.]

199. What does Panos seem to be confused about?

(A) The train schedule
(B) The time of the meeting
(C) The way the analysis was done
(D) The reason for having a meeting

TRAIN SCHEDULE

From	To	Fare (one-way)	Departs
Washington DC	Atlanta	$125	8:00, 13:00, 17:00
Washington DC	Chicago	Chicago	6:00, 10:00, 14:00, 18:00
Washington DC	Harrisburg	$78	9:00, 18:00
Washington DC	New York	$79	hourly, from 6:00 to 20:00
Washington DC	Philadelphia	$49	hourly, from 6:00 to 20:00

Jenna:

Hi Panos. Just wanted to confirm that we’re meeting on Monday at 1:30. I looked at the report you sent me yesterday, and it looks good. You’ve managed to present a detailed analysis of a complex topic in a very readable way. I do have some questions for you, but I’ll save them for the meeting. Have a safe trip! See you Monday at 11:30!

[4:25 P.M.]

Panos:

Hi Jenna. Are we meeting at 1:30 or 11:30? You last text was a little confusing. I’m okay with either. There are trains from Washington DC to Philadelphia every hour, all day, and the trip takes only about 1.5 hours. And when I get there, I’ll just take a taxi from the station to your office. Glad you liked the analysis. I have some questions for you, too, so it sounds like we’ll have plenty to talk about! Again, please let me know what time I should be there.

[4:39 P.M.]

200. What will Jenna probably do?

(A) Meet Panos at the train station
(B) Make some changes to the report
(C) E-mail a list of questions to Panos
(D) Text Panos with the information he needs

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