Questions 147-148 refer to the following sign. WHAT'S GOING ON HERE? Work in progress: Commercial Anticipated completion date: March 1 Owner Walker Booksellers 4634 Goosetown Drive Arden. NC | General Contractor Matthiesen Builders 4500 Smith Raleigh. NC Street | All work permits are on file will: the Department of Planning. To teport a problem at this mark site, all 919-555—0134. |
147. Where would the sign most likely appear?
148. Why should a reader of the sign call the phone number?
Questions 149-151 refer to the following information. On Saturday, August 1, the Durhamtown Symphony Orchestra will be giving a free educational performance at the Cardona Culture Center, 498 Mahogany Ave. Among other things, the musicians will discuss the origins and development of their instruments as well as some musical styles. Audience members will have an opportunity to ask questions. The event will conclude with the orchestra performing works by some of today’s well-known musicians and song writers. |
149. What is the purpose of the information?
150. According to the information, what will the audience members be able to do?
151. The word “conclude” in paragraph 1, line 6 is closest in meaning to
Questions 152-153 refer to the following online chat discussion. Bonnie Ruiz 2:40 P.M. Good morning; welcome to Ship With Us. Nick Portier 2:41 P.M. Hi. I’m Nick, and I’m having trouble getting into my account. Bonnie Ruiz 2:42 P.M. Hi, Nick. I’m happy to help. Have you tried resetting your password? Nick Portier 2:43 P.M. I have, and I’m still not able to get in. I need to send a large shipment of brochures and catalogs in the next 15 minutes, and I’m a little anxious. Bonnie Ruiz 2:44 P.M. Don’t worry. I’m here to help! Your account number is X58292J, right? I can reset your account on my end. Nick Portier 2:45 P.M. That’s it. Bonnie Ruiz 2:46 P.M. Great. I’ve sent a new password to the e-mail address associated with that account number, and you should receive it within the next two minutes. I’ll stay available until I’ve heard from you to make sure that you’ve accessed your account. Nick Portier 2:46 P.M. Wonderful. Thanks! |
152. What most likely is Ms. Ruiz’ occupation?
153. At 2:45 p.m., what does Mr. Portier most likely mean when he writes, “That’s it”?
Questions 154-155 refer to the following advertisement Adnan's Auto Garage 5 Warner Place Serving Manchester for 20 years! Open Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 p.m.; Saturday, 9 am to 1 p.m. Adnan's Auto Garage is a full-service repair shop where customer service is our top priority! Our founder, Adnan Haddad, learned his skills as the head technician for a racing team. He and his staff of professional mechanics now service all makes and models of cars and trucks, both foreign and domestic. We'll keep your vehicle on the road! We also sell used cars at competitive prices. Interested in selling your car? Call us now! 0161 496 0437 |
154. What is indicated about Adnan’s Auto Garage?
155. According to the advertisement, who is invited to call the phone number?
Questions 156-158 refer to the following notice. Watford Shredding Day Do you need to safely dispose of piles of confidential paperwork? Come to Watford Community Shredding Day on April 8 from 8:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. A number of Security Too shredders will be conveniently located behind the Watford municipal parking garage. — [1] —. Bring any unneeded bank statements, tax documents, and bills. — [2] —. They will be securely shredded and recycled on the spot. Please note that the event is open to Watford Township residents only, and there is a five-kilo limit per household. — [3] —. Security Too representatives will be on hand to talk about ways to protect your private information. Community Shredding Day is brought to you by radio station 82.9 WQYX and Security Too. — [4] —. For more information, visit www.watfordtownship/ shreddingday.org. |
156. What is the purpose of the notice?
157. What will most likely happen on April 8 ?
158. In which of the positions marked [1], [2], [3], and [4] does the following sentence best belong? “Simply drive up and drop them off.”
Questions 159-160 refer to the following e-mail. To: Kamini Das <k.das@armail.net> From: Customer Service <customerservice@sandringsuites.com,au> Date: 7 February Subject: Regarding your visit Dear Ms. Das, Thank you for your recent stay with us at Sandring Suites. Our top priority is to provide our guests with an exceptional experience. We ask that you complete a three-minute survey to rate your time with us. Please visit www.sandringsuites.com.au and click the survey link in the top right corner of the Web page. Use code SAN5341 to complete the survey. To thank you for participating, we will enter your name in our monthly raffle to win a complimentary two-night stay at one of our hotels. Regards, Silvia Monier Customer Service, Sandring Suites |
159. What is Ms. Das being asked to do?
160. What does Ms. Monier indicate she will do for Ms. Das?
Questions 161-163 refer to the following advertisement. AKBAR STORAGE COMPANY 227 Wexham Road, Bridgetown Phone: 246-555-0147 Satisfying storage needs in Barbados for 30 years! - Units are available in small, standard, and premium sizes to fit your storage needs.
- Your clean, dry storage unit is available to you around the clock.
- Our storage facility is monitored by high-quality security cameras, and each customer is given a pass code. Our secure electronic gate can be released only by entering this code.
- Our business office is open 9 A.M. to 6 P.M., Monday to Friday, and 9 A.M. to 2 P.M. on Saturday. Stop in to speak with one of our representatives.
And now, get 20 percent off with a twelve-month rental of our largest type of unit! |
161. According to the advertisement, when can customers access their storage units?
162. What do customers need to do in order to enter the facility?
163. How can customers receive a discount?
Questions 164-167 refer to the following article. Gamer Arcades Joins Forces with Frankie’s Burgers Franchises LEEDS (9 July)—Gamer Arcades and fast-food franchise Frankie’s Burgers have announced a new partnership, which will formally start at the beginning of August. At that time, all Gamer Arcades will introduce a Frankie’s Burgers to their locations. The president of Gamer Arcades, Allen Ingram, expressed his excitement about the possibilities of this strategic partnership. “The outstanding quality of Frankie’s Burgers will enhance customers’ enjoyment of our arcades,” said Mr. Ingram. “Until now, there have been no food options on the premises. With this partnership, however, customers will be able to take a break for a delicious meal and then get back to enjoying our state-of-the-art gaming centers.” This is not the first major change Mr. Ingram has made to the company since he took over from Justine Beckerman last November. A month after assuming the role of president, he brought virtual reality games to Gamer Arcades. Since that time, he has also expanded the company into Germany and Belgium, and he has launched several charity initiatives associated with Gamer Arcades. |
164. When will the partnership become official?
165. What is indicated about Gamer Arcades’ partnership with Frankie’s Burgers?
166. According to the article, who is Ms. Beckerman?
167. What did Mr. Ingram do first at Gamer Arcades?
Questions 168-171 refer to the following letter. 25 May Ms. Deborah Kiernan Sonicboom Distribution Agency 84 Arthur Road London N7 6DR Dear Ms. Kiernan: Earthsky Films International is seeking a distributor for our latest production, Project Aerial. Having premiered in April at the North Brabant Film Festival in Eindhoven, the Netherlands, the film received strong reviews from critics and was honored with the Diamond Pen Award for best screenplay. — [1] —. Our film, Project Aerial, examines an exciting period in aviation history that began more than 150 years ago. The aviation industry owes its development to a number of brilliant and enterprising people. — [2] —. The film highlights the major innovators as well as those who were lesser known. The two lead roles are played by Winston Halsey and Virgil Golding, figures that are familiar to international audiences. — [3] —. Mr. Golding is known for his role in, among others, The Rigby Conspiracy, and Mr. Halsey is recognized for his performance in Whereabouts Unknown. If you are interested in marketing our film, I would be happy to e-mail you a secure link so that you can view it. — [4] —. I hope to hear from you soon. Sincerely, Jayesh Chaudhari, CEO Earthsky Films International |
168. What would Mr. Chaudhari like to do?
169. What is stated about Project Aerial ?
170. What is indicated about Mr. Halsey and Mr. Golding?
171. In which of the positions marked [1], [2], [3], and [4] does the following sentence best belong? “Both have received critical acclaim over the years.”
Questions 172-175 refer to the following online chat discussion. Maria Andreou (9:06 A.M.) Good morning, Jakob and Sandra. I need help with the focus group with the photographers that is taking place on Thursday morning. I’m no longer available to lead it. Jakob Wendt (9:09 A.M.) That’s unfortunate. We need to follow up with that meeting to advise our client about what is important to potential customers. Maria Andreou (9:10 A.M.) Exactly. So I would rather not have to reschedule. The client is expecting our report early next week. Would either of you be able to conduct the group instead of me? Sandra Liu (9:12 A.M.) Sorry, Maria. I’m traveling out of town tomorrow for the marketing conference, and won’t be back until Friday. Jakob Wendt (9:15 A.M.) I’ve never led a focus group before, but I’m happy to do it. Maria Andreou (9:17 A.M.) Great. I’ll send you the participant consent form by e-mail. Remember that at the start of the group session, each participant will need to sign a copy. Jakob Wendt (9:18 A.M.) OK. How many copies will be needed? Sandra Liu (9:19 A.M.) Actually, there’s no need. I have copies left over from another group I ran last Tuesday. They’re still on my desk. Jakob Wendt (9:20 A.M.) I’ll stop by and pick them up later today. Maria Andreou (9:21 A.M) Thank you both. This means we can meet and work on the advertising report for the client next Monday. |
172. For what type of business do the writers most likely work?
173. When will the focus group with the photographers meet?
174. What is indicated about Mr. Wendt?
175. At 9:19 a.m., what does Ms. Liu most likely mean when she writes, “there’s no need”?
Questions 176-180 refer to the following Web page and e-mail. Our Company | Our Products | Our Partners | Contact Us Drymotic is pleased to announce that our revolutionary vacuum-microwave dehydration process is now being used by more than 30 companies in the food and pharmaceutical industries. Here's how it works: Batches of raw organic materials, prepared in small pieces, are loaded into the machines rotating drum. As the drum turns, moisture is removed from the pieces by microwave energy. The final moisture level can be preset by the operator. The dried pieces retain their color, taste, and nutrition, and are then ready for packaging. Drymotic machines produce better results in less time (and at lower cost) than freeze-drying and air-drying. Drymotic machines are available in the following sizes: Model Number | Power | Suggested use | G4200 | 10 kw | Testing new products | G4260 | 50 kw | Small-scale manufacturers | H4500 | 100 kw | Large-scale, high-volume manufacturers | | To: customerservice@drymotic.com From: ovolterra@yambrett.com.au Date: 6 May Subject: Malfunctioning unit Dear Customer Service, We purchased a Drymotic unit (product number: G4260, serial number: 01938207) last year for use with our line of instant stew mixes. We had no issues with the unit until the beginning of this month, when we began to notice an increase in processing time. We have followed the recommended cleaning schedule, so this problem cannot be caused by excess residue. Please let me know if you have any suggestions for resolving this issue in a timely manner. I always prefer to handle minor repairs on my own, but if this issue persists, we may need to schedule a maintenance visit in the near future. Best regards, Olivia Volterra Yambrett Corporation |
176. What are Drymotic processors designed to do?
177. On the Web page, the word “retain” in paragraph 2, line 4, is closest in meaning to
178. What is suggested about the Yambrett Corporation?
179. Why does Ms. Volterra write to Drymotic’s customer service department?
180. What problem has developed with the Yambrett Corporation’s processor?
Questions 181-185 refer to the following article and e-mail. Spotlight on Carl Ybor GORE, New Zealand (2 May)—Architect Carl Ybor has created a name for himself by helping clients turn their trash into treasure. He has built dozens of houses in Gore composed almost entirely of reclaimed, recovered, or found materials. “As much as possible, I like to use materials that are already available nearby,” says Mr. Ybor. “It just takes some creativity, but that way nothing is wasted and houses can be built for a fraction of the price. Old fencing, discarded bottles, corks, mismatched bricks and tiles—nothing gets overlooked.” While Mr. Ybor is fully responsible for creating the design plans for the houses he builds, he always involves homeowners in the building process. With a waiting list of at least a year, Mr. Ybor is able to carefully select his clients. He works solely with homeowners who already know how to operate power tools and are willing to do some of the hands-on work themselves. Some of his houses have been featured in magazines, travel shows, and online carpentry demonstrations. Mr. Ybor’s Web site, featuring photos of his projects, can be found at yborhabitats.co.nz. | To: contact@yborhabitats.co.nz From: c.holmes@hmail.net Date: 4 May Subject: Proposal Dear Mr. Ybor, I just read an article about you. I was excited to learn about your services and how you work with the owners to create unique spaces. I have two projects I want to work on: 1. I want to add an extension to my current house, incorporating leftover materials I have from the patio that I had built a few years ago. 2. My roof needs to be replaced. I have researched ways to cut the cost, and one suggestion was to leave the existing roof intact and just install new metal sheeting on top. I like this idea! Are you available and interested in doing this work? I would like to start as early as next month. I can pay half the money up front by credit card to secure an appointment. Cynthia Holmes |
181. What does the article state about the houses Mr. Ybor builds?
182. What does Mr. Ybor ask his clients to do?
183. According to the article, what can readers do on Mr. Ybor’s Web site?
184. What does Ms. Holmes want to do?
185. What part of Ms. Holmes’s proposal will Mr. Ybor most likely refuse?
Questions 186-190 refer to the following e-mails and agenda. To: All CFA Staff From: Yung-Chien Chou Date: 16 October Subject: Plans Attachment: 📎 Agenda Dear Colleagues, Hagit Caspi will be visiting for a couple of days next week to interview for the position of executive vice president here at Cliff Feiring Associates (CFA). She is highly qualified, and her background in international finance makes her particularly well suited for this role. Please make every effort to welcome her. It is important to the CFA leadership that everyone has the opportunity to get to know Ms. Caspi. As such, I am asking all of you to attend certain events with her. Please see the attached agenda, and add the events marked CFA to your calendar. More details will follow. Best, Yung-Chien Chou CEO, Cliff Feiring Associates | Agenda for Hagit Caspi's Visit Date | Time | Event | Invitees | 23 October | 9:00 a.m. | Breakfast at La Brunch | Board members | 23 October | 12:30 p.m. | Lunch in office | Department heads | 23 October | 3:00 p.m. | Question-and-answer session | CFA | 23 October | 7:00 p.m. | Dinner at Medium Hills Bistro | Board members | 24 October | 9:00 a.m. | Breakfast in office | CFA | | To: Yung-Chien Chou <chou@clifffeiring.ca> From: Hagit Caspi <hagit.caspi@volumel.co.il> Date: 27 October Subject: Follow-up Dear Mr. Chou, Many thanks for hosting me last week. I truly enjoyed meeting everyone. I particularly appreciated my conversation with Mr. Georgopoulos at Medium Hills Bistro. He told me some amazing stories about CFA’s history. Again, I am sorry for not attending the event on the 24th. The weather was worrying, and I did not want to miss my flight to Tel Aviv. Last but certainly not least, thank you for your offer, which I received this morning. I would be honoured to take on the role of executive vice president of CFA starting in January. The job description covers everything we discussed. The hours you noted for the position seem appropriate, and I am very pleased with the benefits. I look forward to working closely with you. Most sincerely, Hagit Caspi |
186. What is a purpose of the first e-mail?
187. What meal were all employees asked to add to their calendars?
188. What is one reason Ms. Caspi writes to Mr. Chou?
189. Who most likely is Mr. Georgopoulos?
190. What does the second e-mail indicate about the job?
Questions 191-195 refer to the following article, chart, and e-mail. TRIVESS (I February)—Alacritum, Inc., has announced plans to build charging stations for electric vehicles along Highway 1. With over 400 stations across Asia already, Alacritum brings a wealth of experience to this large-scale undertaking. The Highway 1 stations, known as PRO stations, will provide vehicles with up to 200 kilowatts of power, achieving an 80 percent charge in 30 minutes. The system will periodically notify waiting drivers of the status of their battery charge by sending texts to their cell phones or other mobile devices. The company promises to provide motorists with clean, comfortable, brightly lit waiting facilities. A testing location will open at the beginning of next month in Logred.
| PRO Stations: Proposed Distribution Region | Number of Stations | Customers per Day | Elondell | 26 | 9,220 | Southern Borelvia | 14 | 4,970 | Western Borelvia | 20 | 6,390 | North Shore | 10 | 3,560 | | To: lhsiao@alacritum.com From: ctrigg@alacritum.com Date: 15 March Subject: Meeting Dear Mr. Hsiao, Following the meeting with our community partners in Western Borelvia this week, I suggest adding air-conditioning to the waiting areas in that region because of the desert conditions there. Although the addition entails higher costs, it will ensure the comfort and safety of the customers. I have also learned firsthand that poor cell service along Highway 1 will make the wireless networks at most PRO stations unreliable, so we will need a technological solution for that as well. I will send a full report by the end of the week. Chuck Trigg |
191. What does the article indicate about Alacritum, Inc.?
192. According to the chart, what region is expected to have the most customers?
193. What is the main purpose of the e-mail?
194. What system at PRO stations will require a technological solution?
195. How many stations will need air-conditioned waiting areas?
Questions 196-200 refer to the following e-mails and press release. From: cbeker@yourworkstyle.net To: lroytenberg@charlottes.com; ajordan@charlottes.com Date: January 27, 10:02 A.M. Subject: First draft of press release Attachment: 📎 Press release draft Dear Mr. Roytenberg and Ms. Jordan, My first draft of the press release is attached. As we previously discussed by phone, my contract includes one additional half-hour meeting to discuss the project and any changes you would like me to make before I submit the press release to my contacts at Pinetown Weekly. Please let me know if I can stop by this week. I would like to take photos of the space. I remember your mentioning that the historic architecture of the building would be a draw for customers. In addition, I will need to get a direct quotation from either of you or from Chef Vaux. I know from working with Pinetown Weekly in the past that they will not run a piece like this without at least one quotation. Best regards, Cathy Beker | - DRAFT - Charlotte’s Opens for Business Charlotte’s, located at Avenue D and Oak Street, will open its doors on Friday, February 5. Owners Levon Roytenberg and Aubree Jordan are excited to welcome patrons for an aromatic cup of coffee or steaming espresso, specialty pastries, and savory cafe fare. Their aim is for Charlotte’s to be a gathering place that indulges all the senses, where guests will be met with comfort and hospitality. Award-winning executive chef Michel Vaux, most recently of Kahn’s in Bloomington, has created an enticing menu featuring fresh-baked breads and grass-fed meats, with locally sourced vegetable dishes as accompaniments. Offerings will include breakfast and lunch selections. Chef Vaux will also bring to Charlotte’s his elegant hot and cold beverages utilizing teas and herbal infusions. | From: ajordan@charlottes.con To: cbekcr@yourworkstyle.net Cc: lroytenberg®charlottes.com Date: January 28, 8:34 AM. Subject: RE: First draft of press release Hi Ms. Beker, Mr. Roytenberg is in Boston for the next several days, and he has asked me to take the lead on the press release. I know you had asked to come by the site—are you available tomorrow, January 29, at 3:00 p.m.? I will be there all day decorating for the grand opening. You have put together an excellent first draft. The only major problem I see is that you have mixed up the location of our corporate office and the cafe. The cafe is actually on the corner of Avenue C and Maple Street. Also, Mr. Roytenberg would like to include the operating hours, which are 8:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. daily. Please call Chef Vaux at 952-555-0133 for a quotation about specialty items on the menu. All my best, Aubree Jordan |
196. Who most likely is Ms. Beker?
197. According to the first e-mail, what must be added to the press release?
198. What type of business is Charlotte’s?
199. Why does Ms. Jordan invite Ms. Beker to visit Charlotte’s on January 29 ?
200. What is located on the corner of Avenue D and Oak Street? |