ENGLISH PLACEMENT TEST 2014 ma de 135 answer key

Direction: In each question, you will find a word or phrase missing.. Question 45: Question 46: Question 47: Question 48: Questions 49 through 52 refer to the following email To: jg

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THÀNH PHỐ HỒ CHÍ MINH

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Thời gian làm bài : 75 phút

Ngày thi : 14/9/2014

Mã đề: 135

PART I: INCOMPLETE SENTENCES

There are 40 questions in this part

Direction: In each question, you will find a word or phrase missing Four answer choices are given below each sentence You must choose the best answer to complete the sentence Then mark the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your ANSWER SHEET

Question 1: When I got home I was -tired that I fell asleep immediately

Question 2: Susan looked for a place to park her car, but there were -spaces left

Question 3: Would you like -assistance with your bags?

Question 4: Visitors - sit in row G because those seats are reserved

Question 5: This project is very important, so we -try our best to make it a success

Question 6: In my last job I -have to wear a suit

Question 7: This crisis is -the company has ever faced

Question 8: I prefer to bring sandwiches to work because it is - eating out

Question 9: I wish I lived - to work

Question 10: Bates Bicycles - been here for over thirty years

Question 11: One of the senior managers - dismissed for misconduct last week

Question 12: A number of engineers - trying to fix the problem

Question 13: Everything I know about computers I taught -

Question 14: That coffee mug is not -, so please do not use it

Question 15: Nobody asked - for identification at the security gate

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Question 16: We -coffee when the new Vice President came into the office

Question 17: It was the first time the creative team -since January, so there was a lot to

discuss

Question 18: It is definitely true that we - a period of great uncertainty at the moment

Question 19: All employees are forbidden - jeans at work

Question 20: Do you mind - while I get the manager?

Question 21: The shift supervisor made us -harder but we earned more

Question 22: I feel I must -the risk involved in this dangerous experiment

Question 23: Mr Lange was promoted after he -completed all the training

Question 24: The only -way to deal with this problem is to tackle it head on

A effectiveness B effectively C effect D effective

Question 25: We are not buying from Office Supplies, Inc anymore as they -too much for our

stationery

Question 26: After twenty years, the factory finally -last semester

Question 27: The report suggested that food, clothing, and other -goods would become more

expensive

Question 28: We would like to thank you for playing an important - in rescuing the company

from disaster

Question 29: The closing ceremony will be -in the stadium at 4:00 P.M

Question 30: The decision was finally - late last night

Question 31: Mr McGrath is waiting for you -his office

Question 32: The photocopier is fairly new, so it should last -many years to come

Question 33: - the conference, I managed to meet everyone I had wanted to see

Question 34: Everyone seemed happy with the new kitchen -Martine, who complained there

was not enough light

Question 35: Your employer should -full details of any pension plan you are entitled to take

part in

Question 36: We have to -permission from the landlord before we redecorate the building

Question 37: I decided to accept the job -it was not very interesting

Question 38: Mrs Nielson asked me -I had completed the training successfully

Question 39: If you - walking along this street, you will find the bank on the left

Question 40: I am afraid the bank has - our application for a loan

PART II: INCOMPLETE TEXTS

There are 12 questions in this part

Direction: Read the texts below A word or phrase is missing in some of the sentences Four answer choices are given below each of these sentences Select the best answer to complete the text Then mark the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your ANSWER SHEET

Questions 41 through 44 refer to the following letter

Mrs Maggie Bertram

1025 Francis street

Vancouver

British Columbia

Canada V6Z 1L4

August 14

Dear Mrs Bertram:

Our records show that you (41) us on February 26, earlier this year Your next dental

appointment now is due Please call 360-925-8144 to make an appointment as soon as possible

You may be interested to know that we are offering our customers 15% off our teeth whitening

(42) The most important thing you wear is your smile, (43) ask about our Laser

Plus package, and get the smile you deserve! Call us today to take (44) of this great

offer

Question 41:

Question 42:

Question 43:

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Question 44:

Questions 45 through 48 refer to the following article

Mishima Motors to Expand

By Hideo Arakawa, Japan

Mishima motors today announced plans to (45) expand its car manufacturing

operations Sales of the “Daiba”- the company’s most popular model – are partially responsible

for this move “The ‘Daiba’ (46) great success since its launch,” says C.E.O Minoru

Takada We now want to double our production over the next three years, by starting production

at new facilities in Tokyo, Osaka, and Sapporo.” The company’s stock price rose an incredible

21% on hearing this news, (47) fears by some experts that Mishima Motors is being too aggressive Mr Takada welcomed the jump in the stock price “With (48) positive response to our ambitious expansion program, we cannot fail,” he insisted

Question 45:

Question 46:

Question 47:

Question 48:

Questions 49 through 52 refer to the following email

To: jgooding@ FastNet.com

From: sales@mustick.com

Subject: Your mustick.com order

Dear Mr Gooding :

Thank you for ordering four e-tickets to see The Big Bash Live on Saturday, April 3 at the M2

Arena We have received your request Your application for tickets to this event (49)

being processed

You (50) receive your tickets by e-mail within two weeks Simply print them, and

take them with you to the event You will need to show them to access the stadium If you do not

hear from us within two weeks, please (51) the Ticket Services team by e-mailing

ticket-services@mustick.com

Thank you for (52) mustick.com

Yours sincerely,

Jason Chen

Ticket Services

Question 49:

Question 50:

Question 51:

Question 52:

PART III: READING COMPREHENSION

There are 48 questions in this part

Direction: In this part you will read a selection of texts such as magazines, newspaper articles, letters, and advertisements Each text 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 53 through 55 refer to the following announcement

Jason Avery has been a professional comedian for over fifteen years As he says, “It’s not easy to make people laugh every night As a comedian, you have to keep inventing new jokes all the time to keep the public happy.” Obviously, Mr Avery has been very successful doing this

He has appeared on many popular television shows and has been a guest of the President at special ceremonies In addition to television shows, he also frequently donates his time to charity events to help raise money for children in need The most rewarding part of his job, Avery says,

is to see people smile As Avery says, “It’s a hard job, but someone has to do it!”

Question 53: What is Avery’s occupation?

Question 54: Who benefits from Avery’s charity performances?

Question 55: What does Avery like best about his job?

Questions 56 through 59 refer to the following schedule

TOUR SCHEDULE

6: 00 a.m Get on bus in front of the Fairmont Hotel

7: 15 a.m Arrive in the city center

7: 30-8:30 Eat a traditional local breakfast prepared specially for our tour group by

Fairmont’s world-famous chefs

9:00-11:30 Morning sightseeing includes stops at the Sarantis Art Museum, Herrera

Street Craft Shops, and the Carolyn Botanical Gardens 12:00-1:00 Buffet lunch at La Galleria de Niso

1:00-5:00 Afternoon sightseeing includes more shopping and a tour of local

clay-making workshops 5:15 p.m Return to the bus

6: 30 p.m Arrive back at the Fairmont Hotel parking lot

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Question 56: How long is the bus ride to the city?

Question 57: Where will they eat breakfast?

Question 58: When will they go sightseeing?

Question 59: How long will this tour last?

Questions 60 through 62 refer to the newspaper report

Tomorrow, bus service on Orchard Road will be changed between the hours of 9 A.M and 12:30 P.M The Chingay Parade will take place from 10: 00 A.M to 12:00 P.M

Number 7, 13, 14, 16, and 23 buses will turn left onto Scotts Road, right onto Clemenceau Avenue, and left onto Orchard Road below the parade route

In the event of rain, the diversion will take place at 3:00 P.M and the parade shortly after

Question 60: For whom is this report important?

Question 61: At 10:00 A.M., what will happen to certain buses?

Question 62: When will the parade take place if it rains?

Questions 63 through 66 refer to the following memo

To: All employees

From: R.Wettinuny

Re: Ordering Supplies

There has been a great deal of confusion regarding the correct procedures or ordering office supplies Therefore, I will explain the proper steps to follow here First, all requests for supplies must be typed and signed Only typed requests will be accepted because I am tired of trying to decipher illegible handwriting Second, all requests must be on my desk by the fifteenth of every month I make out the order once each month and do not want to have to make addendums or extra orders From now on, late

requests will be put on hold until the following month Requests that are received on time and approved

by me will be sent on to the Accounting Department for processing

Please be aware that it takes from two to six weeks for supplies to arrive once the order has been made, so it is important to plan ahead and make your requests accordingly

Your cooperation is appreciated

Question 63: What does the memo concern?

Question 64: What will happen to handwritten requests?

A They will not be accepted B They will be approved quickly

Question 65: The word “approved” in paragraph 1 line 6, is closest in meaning to _

Question 66: What will happen to approved requests?

A They will be returned to the employee B They will be sent to Purchasing

Questions 67 through 69 refer to the following notice

LIFEGUARD TRAINING

This is a forty hour class for those fourteen and older wishing to receive state lifeguard certification Training includes basic water rescue techniques, CPR, mouth-to-mouth

resuscitation, and basic first aid for injuries This is a prerequisite for the Lifeguard Supervisor’s Certificate course available this summer Proof of age is required, and applicants under the age

of eighteen must submit a parental permission form All equipment except swimwear is

provided Registration fee must accompany application

Applications accepted from January 25 – February 12

Start of classes: February 21

Last class and certificationexam: May 10

Fees: Swim Club members - $150, non-members - $200

Question 67: What is the minimum age for enrollment in the training?

A Fourteen years old B Fifteen years old C Seventeen years old D Eighteen years old Question 68: What must all trainees provide?

Question 69: When must the registration fee be paid?

Questions 70 through 74 refer to the following information and email

Guitar lessons

Sandra Cooper, the legendary guitarist from the Four Corners area, is now offering guitar

lessons for students at all levels Sandra’s expertise is in Spanish and folk guitar styles She is

also well educated in classical guitar but is able to help students with almost any genre Sandra is

a professional musician and has over ten years’ teaching experience Prices start at $40 an hour, and the lessons are offered in her Santa Fe studio Call 980-4323 for more information or email sandyguitar@happ.net

To: sandyguitar@happ.net

Subject: Guitar lessons

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Dear Sandra,

I am interested in learning to play the guitar I already own a guitar and took lessons for six

months, about three years ago Unfortunately, I had an accident and broke my arm I could not use it for a very long time, but now I am better and want to start the guitar again I would like to study with you twice a week I am free every morning except Thursday, and on Monday,

Wednesday, and Friday afternoons I work in the evenings

I look forward to hearing from you

Louise Merrifield

Question 70: Which of the following relates to Sandra’s best ability?

Question 71: Where can a student receive lessons?

Question 72: How long has Sandra been teaching guitar?

Question 73: Why did Louise stop taking lessons?

Question 74: Which of the following times could Louise attend a guitar lesson?

Questions 75 through 77 refer to the following advertisement

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Simply go to our website www.sorrentinohotel.com and click “Special Offer” for the best

rates If possible, choose to arrive on a red date to qualify for an amazing 40% discount off our

regular price

The Sorrentino Hotel offers quality accommodations, the very finest cuisine, and is ideally situated for exploring the city It is the perfect venue for a vacation or a business meeting Book

for two nights or more and get a free dessert when you dine in our restaurant

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 Offer not valid with any other offer; promotion, or discount

 Subject to availability

 Taxes are not included

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 Valid for new reservations only

Question 75: According to the advertisement, who can benefit from the cheapest web saver rate?

C Anyone booking on a red date D All new customers

Question 76: What is NOT indicated about the hotel?

Question 77: What must customers do if they want the web saver rate?

Questions 78 through 82 refer to the following memo and schedule

To: Jeffrey Caldwell

From: Jose Amadeo

Re: Meeting follow-up

We agreed in our meeting that you need to improve your office skills in order to perform

your job duties adequately I have attached a schedule of classes from the Business Training

Institute A number of your co-workers have taken classes there, and it has a fine reputation

Take a look at the 105 courses I think you should sign up for 105A Even though you have a little experience here, it never hurts to start again from the beginning Word Processing would also be useful, and I think you would qualify for the 101B course Bookkeeping might be a good idea, too, but I’d prefer you sign up for just two courses now There’s no sense in overburdening yourself So in addition to 105A, you can choose between 101B and 106A The company will take care of the entire tuition for you, so you need have no worries there

BUSINESS TRAINING INSTITUTE

Schedule of Classes

101A Word Processing – Beginning Mon / Wed 7 – 9 $450

101B Word Processing – Advanced Tue / Thurs 7 – 9 $450

105A Introduction to Database Part I Mon / Wed 5 – 7 $450

105B Introduction to Database Part II Mon / Wed 7 – 9 $450

105C Advanced Database Tue / Thurs 5 – 7 $450

106A Basic Bookkeeping Tue / Thurs 7 – 9 $450

106B Intermediate Bookkeeping Mon / Wed 7 – 9 $450

110A Introduction to Business

Writing

Tue 5:30 – 8:00 $425

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Question 78: Why does Mr Caldwell need to take classes at the Business Training Institute?

Question 79: Which database course does Mr Amadeo recommend?

Question 80: How many nights a week will Mr Caldwell study?

Question 81: What is the total amount Mr Caldwell will pay for his classes?

Question 82: How many business writing courses are offered at the Business Training Institute?

Questions 83 through 87 refer to the following complaint and response

2009 Bear Circle, Daviston, KS 23334 May 5th

Dear Sirs,

I recently purchased a new car battery at the Daviston branch of Advance Autoparts The mechanics installed this battery for me and I drove home Once I arrived home, 1 read the receipt which I had been given I noticed that there seemed to be some additional charges I was charged for the following:

1 1 car battery 5 Reconnection of cables

2 2 Battery installation 6 Disposal of old battery

3 3 Cable corrosion check 7 Mechanic's service fee

4

4 Cable cleaning 8 Tax

I feel that it is rather excessive to charge a separate fee for items 2 and 5

Connecting the cables is merely part of the installation process I also feel that it is inappropriate to have charged an additional mechanic's fee-surely I am already paying the mechanic in item 2 for theinstallation

Finally, I would have appreciated knowing in advance that I would be charged for disposal of the old battery Had I known this, I would have liked to have taken it for disposal myself, since the public garbage disposal site does NOT charge a fee

Perhaps Advance Autoparts would like to consider giving customers a breakdown of costs before carrying out repairs I, for one, would probably not have used your services had I known exactly what I would be charged for

Yours faithfully,

Ted Varani