DAY 14

101 Stan’s Sandwich Shop is planning to open new franchises - the western United States (A) through (B) among (C) between (D) throughout 102 Due to - interest among industry professionals, the annual engineering conference has been canceled (A) sharp (B) particular (C) limited (D) crowded 103 According to recent surveys, opinions about the proposed campus expansion vary from student to student (A) greatly (B) great (C) greatness (D) greater 104 The revised benefits package indicates that employees now - a 15 percent discount on all future purchases made at local department stores (A) receive (B) receives (C) is receiving (D) received 105 After - a request for volunteers on its Web site, the Denver Humane Society received dozens of e-mails from interested residents (A) postage (B) had posted (C) being posted (D) posting 106 AceCore’s board quickly - all of the changes to its organizational structure that were recommended by the consultant (A) implemented (B) unloaded (C) collected (D) convinced 107. - Reynolds Corporation announcing its intention to cut operating costs, its summer internship program will proceed as originally planned (A) Nevertheless (B) Despite (C) However (D) Although 108.Dr Ming Yu applied to receive public funding last July and has - received a grant this year to finish his research (A) at last (B) even so (C) as for (D) instead of 109 Results in a newly released survey show that the - reason people move to urban areas is to seek better jobs (A) close (B) strict (C) dominant (D) entitled 110 We have experienced consistent sales increases - because of our ongoing promotional efforts (A) still (B) newly (C) since (D) lately 111 The Lasky Retail Group usually starts its seasonal hiring program around three months - the year’s busiest shopping period begins (A) before (B) within (C) although (D) opposite 112 During past negotiations, Mr Cohen had agreed to a - sale of his residential properties (A) part (B) partly (C) parts (D) partial 113 Remember - $5 with your form submission if you would like your application materials returned to you (A) to include (B) including (C) included (D) includes 114 The headquarters of Lantana Publishing, - of the tallest buildings in Peoria, is widely considered a city landmark (A) one (B) some (C) other (D) others 115 Capital Bank has been praised for its seminars - participants on the various ways they can invest their money (A) educates (B) educated (C) education (D) educating MINI TEST 7: 101 Mr Tanner worked at a software firm for many years, - he specialized in sales, not programming (A) nor (B) because (C) or (D) but 102 After seeing the apartment, the couple made a - offer that was only valid for five days (A) provisional (B) permanent (C) recurring (D) lingering 103 The hotel guests missed the shuttle, but - will be coming in five minutes (A) each (B) another (C) such (D) those 104 At the next workshop, Juan Garcia will - a talk on the characteristics of an effective leader (A) argue (B) portray (C) respond (D) deliver 105 Due to an increase in the cost of raw materials, Bolden Products could not help but prices (A) raise (B) to raise (C) raising (D) raised 106 At the awards gala, Dustin was - with improving the company’s distribution network (A) credited (B) inquired (C) rewarded (D) billed 107 Heinemann Architectural has - designed buildings in Canada but also worked on projects in Germany (A) not only (B) only if (C) neither (D) other than 108 According to analysts, investors can - to see continued gains in the stock market this year (A) expect (B) expecting (C) expectation (D) expected 109 The fact that unemployment rates - for two consecutive quarters indicates that business owners have confidence in the economy (A) declines (B) have declined (C) to decline (D) declining 110 MusicalMe provides - song recommendations based on clients’ listening histories (A) equipped (B) customized (C) secured (D) interested 111 The property inspector is not available - a look at the newly constructed building (A) takes (B) to take (C) took (D) taking 112 The theater has scheduled additional performances of the hit musical - critics are praising (A) what (B) when (C) whom (D) that 113 After receiving - questions about its shipping policies, the bookstore decided to add information to its Web site (A) most of (B) a lot of (C) each (D) few 114 When Corenet’s product was found to be defective, the company chief scheduled a press conference (A) hasten (B) hastiness (C) hasty (D) hastily 115 Thanks to its promotional efforts, Blaine Cinema is - of its competitors in terms of ticket sales (A) away (B) ahead (C) prior (D) toward MINI TEST 8: 101 Despite construction work on the sidewalk in front of Maeve’s Art Supplies, people - to shop there (A) to continue (B) continuing (C) continually (D) have continued 102 Airline ticket prices tend to - in January, encouraging people to take more trips during the winter (A) conflict (B) decline (C) attract (D) repair 103 Following - failure to provide promised updates to the image editing software, PhotoStar was subject to criticism in the press (A) itself (B) their (C) its (D) they 104 The university’s leading professor of physics has proven to be - in other scientific disciplines as well (A) know (B) knowledgeable (C) knows (D) knowledge 105 Mr Quest says that he is looking forward to taking up - after retiring from his career as a professional runner (A) cycle (B) cycled (C) cycling (D) cyclist 106 The upcoming merger of RBC and Trillium Entertainment - one of the biggest media companies in North America (A) create (B) will create (C) creating (D) is created 107 Three years ago, Mr Kapoor established a charitable - aimed at increasing literacy rates in the developing world (A) found (B) founding (C) foundation (D) founder 108 Dr Lewis collaborated with several other faculty members to write an introductory chemistry textbook, - was published last year (A) whom (B) what (C) which (D) in which 109 The auditor thought IRF Corporation’s sales had been - high last quarter, so he inspected the company’s financial statements very thoroughly (A) suspiciously (B) intrusively (C) carefully (D) enthusiastically 110 - competing marketing firms have relatively small social media teams, Mirex Company has a massive one (A) Unless (B) While (C) How (D) Whenever 111 Ms Swanson has e-mailed us the flyers from - events so we can use them as examples (A) only (B) prior (C) installed (D) portable 112 To avoid unexpected complications, travelers are encouraged to apply for a passport at least two months before their - departure date (A) intention (B) intended (C) intent (D) intend 113 The transit authority was able to reopen the South Street Metro Station after workers made some necessary repairs (A) to be reopened (B) reopened (C) to reopen (D) reopening 114 Marketing department team members at Ormi Co the company through a difficult sales plateau (A) have pushed (B) has pushed (C) pushes (D) pushing 115 The Dutch video artist Anika Visser - holds solo exhibitions, but she prefers to stay out of the spotlight (A) periodical (B) periodically (C) period (D) periodic MINI TEST 9: 101 The owner of Turkish Delights announced that he would open a new café - the corner of Main Street and Alpine Boulevard (A) over (B) under (C) near (D) into 102 The ticketing desk for Japan Skyways - by the airport’s main entrance (A) are located (B) located (C) to locate (D) is located 103 The human resources manager is in charge of - all incoming applications and choosing which candidates to interview (A) process (B) processes (C) processing (D) processed 104 Due to a - of factors, the soccer game between Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo attracted a record number of viewers (A) combine (B) combining (C) combined (D) combination 105 After hearing the announcement about the morning train delays, Mr Long decided to drive - to the office (A) him (B) his (C) he (D) himself 106 At the end of each term, surveys are used to gather - comments from students about the quality of classes they took (A) anonymous (B) anonymously (C) anonymousness (D) anonymity LISTENING TEST In the Listening test, you will be asked to demonstrate how well you understand spoken Eng lish The entire Listening test will last approximately 45 minutes There are four parts, and directions are given for each part You must mark your answers on the separate answer sheet Do not write your answers in your test book PART1 Directions: For each question in this part, you will hear four statements about a picture in your test book When you hear the statements, you must select the one statement that best describes what you see in the picture Then find the number of the question on your answer sheet and mark your answer The statements will not be printed in your test book and will be spoken only one time Statement (C), "They're sitting at a table," is the best description of the picture, so you should select answer (C) and mark it on your answer sheet 48 I GO ON TO THE NEXT PAGE ~ TEST 49 50 I ~, • _ -:o:._~ -~- ~~~ ' ~~ : -~ -c;: ~~~>~ - - ··.-. • ;~ / \ \ GO ON TO THE NEXT PAGE TEST 51 PART2 Directions: You will hear a question or statement and three responses spoken in English They will not be printed in your test book and will be spoken only one time Select the best response to the question or statement and mark the letter (A), (B), or (C) on your answer sheet Mark your answer on your answer sheet 20 Mark your answer on your answer sheet 21 Mark your answer on your answer sheet Mark your answer on your answer sheet 22 Mark your answer on your answer sh eet 10 Mark your answer on your answer sheet 23 Mark your answer on your answer sheet 11 Mark your answer on your answer sheet 24 Mark your answer on your answer sheet 12 Mark your answer on your answer sheet 25 Mark your answer on your answer sheet 13 Mark your answer on your answer sheet 26 Mark your answer on your answer sheet 14 Mark your answer on your answer sheet 27 15 Mark your answer on your answer sheet 28 Mark your answer on your answer sheet 16 Mark your answer on your answer sheet 29 Mark your answer on your answer sheet 17 Mark your answer on your answer sheet 30 Mark your answer on your answer sheet 18 Mark your answer on your answer sheet 31 Mark your answer on your an swer sheet 19 Mark your answer on your answer sheet 52 Mark your answer on your answer sheet Mark your answer on your answer sheet PART3 Directi ons: You will hear some conversations between two or more people You will be asked to answer three questions about wh at the speakers say in each conversation Select the best response to each question and mark the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your answer sheet The conversations will not be printed in your test book and will be spoken only one time 32 What does the company most likely produce? (A) (B) (C) (D) Print advertisements Television shows Computer parts Musical instruments 33 Wh at department will the man work in? (A) (B) (C) (D) Accounting Legal Human resources Security 34 What does the man like about his work area? (A) (B) (C) (D) It is conveniently located It has a good view It is quiet It is nicely decorated 38 Where does the conversation most likely take place? (A) (B) (C) (D) At a shopping mall At a theater In a sports stadium On a train 39 Why does the woman say, "The football champ ionship is th is afternoon"? (A) (B) (C) (D) To To To To extend an invitation offer encouragement give an explanation request a schedule change 40 What does the man say he needs to purchase? (A) (B) (C) (D) Tickets Clothes Food Furniture 35 What is the conversation mainly about? (A) (B) (C) (D) A room reservation A cance led event A restaurant recommendation A misplaced item 41 What problem does the man mention? (A) (B) (C) (D) Some products are damaged Some equipment is out of stock A vehicle has broken down A delivery error has occurred 36 What does the man need to provide? (A) (B) (C) (D) A security deposit A revised schedu le A form of identification A business address 37 What the visitors ask for? (A) (B) (C) (D) A refund Better lighting Menu options More cha irs 42 Wh at does the woman say is planned for Friday? (A) (B) (C) (D) A product launch An inspection A cooking class An interview 43 What does the man say he will do? (A) (B) (C) (D) Transfer a call Issue a refu nd Provide a warranty Visit a business GO ON TO THE NEXT PAGE TEST 53 I 44 Wh ere the speakers most likely work? (A) (B) (C) (D) At At At At a a a a law office supermarket medical clinic recreation center 45 What are the speakers mainly discussing? (A) (B) (C) (D) A marketing campaign A new product Some budget cuts Some survey results 46 What does the woman imply when she says, "That would require significant revisions to our scheduling process"? (A) She doubts a change will be implemented (B) She thinks more staff should be hired (C) She needs more time to make a decision (D) She believes some data is incorrect 50 Wh at is the woman an expert in? (A) (B) (C) (D) Garden ing Nutrition Appliance repair Fitness training 51 What does the woman recommend? (A) (B) (C) (D) Substituting ingred ients Using appropriate tools Chang ing an exercise routine Scheduling regular maintenance 52 According to the woman, where can listeners find more inform ation? (A) (B) (C) (D) On a television show On a Web site In a magazine In a book 53 Wh at does the woman say about the man's job performance? 47 Why did the woman miss a meeting? (A) (B) (C) (D) She was not feeling well She was on a business trip She was speaking with a client She did not receive the invitation 48 Wh at is the woman confused about? (A) (B) (C) (D) The details of an assignment A reimbursement process The terms of a contract A travel itinerary 49 According to the man, what should the woman do? (A) Reset the password for her computer (B) Talk to the organizer of the meeting (C) Consu lt the electron ic version of a document (D) Research the history of an account 54 (A) (B) (C) (D) He He He He is respected by his colleagues always meets his deadlines has good ideas for new projects has increased compan y profits 54 Wh at does the woman ask the man to do? (A) (B) (C) (D) Attend a trade show Join a leadership council Mentor a colleague Accept a new position 55 When will the speakers meet again? (A) (B) (C) (D) Tomorrow Next week Next month Next quarter 56 What does the man ask the women about? (A) (B) (C) (D) The The The The types of projects assigned backgrounds of the applicants status of training materials location of an orientation 57 What does the man say about last year's internship program? (A) (B) (C) (D) Some new products were developed Some information was unclear There were not enough supplies There were a large number of applicants 58 What does the man say he is pleased about? (A) (B) (C) (D) The The The The summer schedule careful planning deadline extension approval process 59 What type of business does the woman work for? (A) (B) (C) (D) A moving company A real estate agency An insurance firm An equipment rental service 60 What is the woman concerned about? (A) (B) (C) (D) Shipping delays New regulations An increase in competition A shortage of staff Catering Company Cost Cafe Delight $1,250 Corner De li $1,400 Golden Eag le $950 Star Restaurant $850 62 What type of event are the speakers discussing? (A) (B) (C) (D) A shareholders' meeting A press conference A job fair A product demonstration 63 What problem did the woman experience with one of the restaurants? (A) (B) (C) (D) An unhelpful staff member A poorly cooked meal A billing error A delivery delay 64 Look at the graphic How much will the lunch most likely cost? (A) (B) (C) (D) $1,250 $1,400 $950 $850 61 What does the woman emphasize about her company? (A) (B) (C) (D) The The The The affordable prices number of branch offices user-friendly Web site customer service GO ON TO THE NEXT PAGE TEST 55 I Museum Map How Do We Find Employees? r - - - , Floor Floor Photography Paintings Floor Floor Sculpture Architecture Company Web Site 10% University Career Fairs 40% 65 Look at the graphic On which floor will the man meet his friends? (A) (B) (C) (D) Floor Floor Floor Floor 68 What does the woman want to do? 66 What will happen at the museum this summer? (A) (B) (C) (D) A workshop will be offered A special exhibit will open Concerts will be held in the garden Some galleries will be renovated 67 Why does the woman suggest using the stairs at the back of the museum? (A) (B) (C) (D) They They They They are nearby offer a good view were recently added are not crowded (A) (B) (C) (D) 69 Look at the graphic Which method does the man suggest using? (A) (B) (C) (D) University career fairs Advertising Employee referrals Company Web site 70 What does th e woman suggest the man do? (A) (B) (C) (D) 56 Make travel arrangements Revise a budget Change recruiting tactics Give a lecture Design a questionnaire Renew a contract Work with a colleague Intervi ew a job candidate PART4 Directions : You will hear some talks given by a single speaker You will be asked to answer three questions about what the speaker says in each talk Select the best response to each question and mark the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your answer sheet The talks will not be printed in your test book and will be spoken only one time 71 At which event is the announcement being made? (A) (B) (C) (D) A book fair A product launch A technology conference A charity fundraiser 72 According to the speaker, what can some listeners tomorrow? (A) (B) (C) (D) Go on a tour Attend an opening ceremony Participate in a focus group Win a prize 73 What are the listeners instructed to do? (A) (B) (C) (D) Use an alternate entrance Register in advance Complete a survey Meet at a designated location 74 What product does Castillo manufacture? (A) (B) (C) (D) Jewelry Clothing Art supplies Backpacks 75 Why does the speaker say, "Just look at the color selection in these samples"? (A) To introduce a new manufacturing technique (B) To assign a task (C) To express disappointment (D) To support a decision 76 Wh at will Hae-Rim do? (A) (B) (C) (D) Present financial information Share competitor data Analyze survey results · Introduce advertising layouts I 77 Who most likely is the speaker? (A) (B) (C) (D) An investment banker A city official A food scientist A restaurant manager 78 According to the speaker, what will happen next week? (A) (B) (C) (D) Some new equipment will be installed A corporate office will relocate New menu items will be available Seasonal employees will begin work 79 What does the speaker warn listeners about? (A) (B) (C) (D) Preparing orders carefully Wearing proper attire Recording hours accurately Taking inventory daily 80 Why is the speaker calling? (A) (B) (C) (D) To To To To register for a training session request help with a project book a meeting room get updated customer information 81 What does the speaker imply when she says, "it wasn't my idea"? (A) (B) (C) (D) She She She She knows a change is inconvenient thinks a colleague deserves credit would like the listener's opinion is going to explain a new procedure 82 What does the speaker ask the listener to do? (A) (B) (C) (D) Order business cards Check a mailbox Revise a report Reserve a booth GO ON TO THE NEXT PAGE ~ TE ST 57 83 What will the company beginning on June ? (A) (B) (C) (D) Accept reservations online Provide service to a new location Offer a customer loyalty program Lower its express shipping rates 84 According to the speaker, what must customers in order to ship a veh icle? (A) (B) (C) (D) Show proof of ownership Provide an extra set of keys Purchase additional insurance Get a mechanical inspection 85 What does the speaker indicate about the call? (A) It will be redirected to a different department (B) It will be answered in the order in which it was received (C) It may be several minutes until a representative answers (D) It may be recorded for future use 86 Who is the intended audience for the ta lk? (A) (B) (C) (D) Theater patrons Costume makers Ticket sellers Stage musicians 87 What does the speaker mention about the play? (A) (B) (C) (D) It is very long It is set in the past There are many characters There is a waiting list for tickets 88 What will take place in five weeks? (A) (B) (C) (D) 58 A photography session A dinner reception A fashion show A dress rehearsal 89 What was the speaker supposed to this morning? (A) (B) (C) (D) Interview a job applicant Attend a meeting Pick up a client Lead a tour group 90 What transportation problem does the speaker mention? (A) (B) (C) (D) A road has been closed A bridge is under construction A train service is unavailable A flight has been delayed 91 What does the speaker suggest? (A) (B) (C) (D) Inviting other colleagues Posting a notice Holding a phone conference Having lunch together 92 What industry does the speaker work in? (A) (B) (C) (D) Renewable energy Computer technology Publishing Real estate 93 What does the speaker imply when he says, "hundreds of businesses have signed up"? (A) He is worried about meeting client demands (B) He expects an industry to start changing (C) The listeners should choose his company (D) The listeners will receive a list of contacts 94 What will the listeners see in the video? (A) (B) (C) (D) A virtual tour An award-acceptance speech Product features Installation instructions 80 Feedback Survey Cleanliness Location Staff friendliness Cost **** stars **** stars ***** stars *** stars Image -., A fitness instructor A data analyst A gym member A marketing expert (A) (B) (C) (D) At At At At a business class a software training session a department meeting a client presentation 99 Look at the graphic Which part of the logo does the speaker discuss first? A discount voucher Driving directions A fitness magazine Class schedules (A) (B) (C) (D) The The The The name background image tagline 100 What will the listeners next? 97 Look at the graphic Which category does the speaker request more information about? (A) (B) (C) (D) Tagline 98 Where is the talk most likely taking place? 96 What does the speaker say he has e-mailed the listener? (A) (B) (C) (D) Background I- 95 Who is the message most likely for? (A) (B) (C) (D) Name G0 (A) (B) (C) (D) Break into small groups Write down some ideas Read an article Check a Web site Cleanliness Location Staff friendliness Cost This is the end of the Listening test TE ST 59 I ... application materials returned to you (A) to include (B) including (C) included (D) includes 114 The headquarters of Lantana Publishing, - of the tallest buildings in Peoria, is widely considered... (D) but 102 After seeing the apartment, the couple made a - offer that was only valid for five days (A) provisional (B) permanent (C) recurring (D) lingering 103 The hotel guests missed the shuttle,... bookstore decided to add information to its Web site (A) most of (B) a lot of (C) each (D) few 114 When Corenet’s product was found to be defective, the company chief scheduled a press conference