PHẦN 3: PHÂN TÍCH CÁC DẠNG BÀI ĐỌC HIỂU (KÈM VIDEO) DẠNG 1: EMAILS LETTERS Questions 13 refer to the following letter. Hollywood Travel Plus 2498 Broadway Hollywood, CA July 14, 2008 Dear Sir or Madam, I saw your companyʹs billboard advertisement promoting a package trip to Costa Rica. I am interested in learning more about this offer. The ad listed the price for the package, including airfare and accommodation for 6 nights, as 1,180.This seems like a very cheap price to me, and Iʹm wondering how it is possible. What type of hotel accommodation is included in the package, and where is it located? I am hoping to stay at a five‐‑star hotel somewhere on the Pacific coast of Costa Rica. If the advertised package does not include such a hotel, are you offering other packages that do? I would appreciate if you could contact me soon to answer my questions, as I am planning a vacation for mid‐‑September. You can call me at my cellphone at 714‐‑555‐‑ 24488 Most thankfully, Vicky Siebens 1. Why was the letter written? (A) To describe a recent travel experience (B) To make hotel reservations in a foreign country (C) To request information about a package vacation (D) To complain about a billboard advertisement 2. What feature is Ms. Siebens looking for about a hotel? (A) A friendly atmosphere (B) An affordable price (C) A high quality rating (D) A downtown location 3. When does Ms. Siebens want to take trip? (A) In one week MOON.VN (B) In two weeks (C) In one month (D) In two months Questions 45 refer to the following email. From: Lared Petrovski, Office Manager To: Dan Vickerman, Administration Assistant Re: Tomorrowʹs conference preparations Hi Dan, I need you to help me set up the conference room for tomorrowʹs event. We have to arrange the tables, set up the audio‐‑visual equipment, and prepare the afternoon tea. The conference starts at noon, so you should start helping me at around 9:30 a.m. If itʹs just the two of us, I guess it will take a couple of hours to get everything done. But if thereʹs anyone else in the administration department whoʹs available to help, please bring them along. Iʹd like to get as many people involved in the preparations as possible, so that we can be ready by 11 a.m. Thanks, Lared Petrovski 4. When is the event scheduled to begin? (A) 9:30 (B) 11:00 (C) 11:30 (D) 12:00 5. What does Mr. Petrovski ask Dan Vickerman to do? (A) Ask other people to volunteer (B) Buy some audiovisual equipment (C) Call the administration manager (D) Bring handouts along to the room
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DẠNG 1: EMAILS/ LETTERS
Questions 1-3 refer to the following letter
Hollywood Travel Plus
2498 Broadway
Hollywood, CA
July 14, 2008
Dear Sir or Madam,
I saw your company'ʹs billboard advertisement promoting a package trip to Costa Rica I
am interested in learning more about this offer
The ad listed the price for the package, including airfare and accommodation for 6 nights, as $1,180.This seems like a very cheap price to me, and I'ʹm wondering how it is possible What type of hotel accommodation is included in the package, and where is it located? I am hoping to stay at a five-‐‑star hotel somewhere on the Pacific coast of Costa Rica If the advertised package does not include such a hotel, are you offering other packages that do?
I would appreciate if you could contact me soon to answer my questions, as I am planning a vacation for mid-‐‑September You can call me at my cellphone at 714-‐‑555-‐‑
24488
Most thankfully,
Vicky Siebens
1 Why was the letter written?
(A) To describe a recent travel experience
(B) To make hotel reservations in a foreign country
(C) To request information about a package vacation
(D) To complain about a billboard advertisement
2 What feature is Ms Siebens looking for about a hotel?
(A) A friendly atmosphere
(B) An affordable price
(C) A high quality rating
(D) A downtown location
3 When does Ms Siebens want to take trip?
(A) In one week
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(C) In one month
(D) In two months
Questions 4-5 refer to the following email
From: Lared Petrovski, Office Manager <lared@naracore.com>
To: Dan Vickerman, Administration Assistant <vickerman@naracore.com>
Re: Tomorrow'ʹs conference preparations
Hi Dan,
I need you to help me set up the conference room for tomorrow'ʹs event We have to arrange the tables, set up the audio-‐‑visual equipment, and prepare the afternoon tea The conference starts at noon, so you should start helping me at around 9:30 a.m If it'ʹs just the two of us, I guess it will take a couple of hours to get everything done But if there'ʹs anyone else in the administration department who'ʹs available to help, please bring them along I'ʹd like to get as many people involved in the preparations as possible, so that we can be ready by 11 a.m
Thanks,
Lared Petrovski
4 When is the event scheduled to begin?
(A) 9:30
(B) 11:00
(C) 11:30
(D) 12:00
5 What does Mr Petrovski ask Dan Vickerman to do?
(A) Ask other people to volunteer
(B) Buy some audio-visual equipment
(C) Call the administration manager
(D) Bring handouts along to the room
DẠNG 2: MEMO
Questions 6 -7 refer to the following note
Message taker: Jude Simpson, Receptionist
Message for: Geordan O’Brien, Operations manager
Caller: Marianna Gomez, Gomez Repair Center
Caller'ʹs contact: 010-‐‑552-‐‑775
Time: 3:47 p.m., Monday June 18th
Message:
You can collect your vehicle from the repair center this afternoon The total cost of the
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As usual, complimentary oil changes were also provided You will receive a more detailed account of the charges and services rendered on pick-‐‑up
6 What was the main purpose of Ms Gomez's call?
(A) To tell a customer his vehicle is ready for pickup
(B) To inform a client of a mechanical problem with his car
(C) To quote a price estimate for a vehicle check-up
(D) To demand an overdue payment for a repair service
7 What is NOT requested by Mr O'Brien?
(A) Tire rotation
(B) An oil change
(C) A battery replacement
(D) Wheel alignment
Questions 8-11 refer to the following memo
FROM: Vice President of Opt rations
To: All employees
For the past three months, a team from the financial department has been investigating ways for our company to cut costs They delivered their final report to me yesterday, and I’d like to share the results with you
The number-‐‑one way we, here at Symbolite Publishing, can lower our overhead is by conserving office supplies For example, the investigative team found that we use over 56,000 sheets of paper every week Not only is this excessive, but it is unnecessary By utilizing digital document formats and communicating by email, the financial team believes we can reduce that number to 12,000 sheets per week or less That translates to a yearly saving of nearly $23,000
In order to encourage smart use of office supplies, I am designing a training workshop to
be attended by all employees I will meet with department heads tomorrow to determine
an appropriate schedule and format, with the hope of beginning the sessions sometime next month Until then, please be conscious of the ways you use office supplies and how you could use less
Thank you
8 What is the purpose of the memo?
(A) To announce findings of a financial study
(B) To explain the delay of a supply delivery
(C) To report the company's sales figures
(D) To thank employees for their performance
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(A) Less than 12,000 sheets
(B) About 12,000 sheets
(C) Nearly 23,000 sheets
(D) More than 56,000 sheets
10 What are employees asked to do?
(A) Try to conserve supplies on their own
(B) Avoid using color printers
(C) Change the office supplies contractor
(D) Organize a training workshop
11 What will happen next month?
(A) Office supplies will be delivered
(B) A report will be released
(C) Workers will receive training
(D) Department heads will meet
DẠNG 3: NOTICE
Questions 12-13 refer to the following notice
The Global Poverty Fund (GPF) is proud to announce its annual "ʺSave the Children"ʺ production, to be held on March 14 The venue for the event is the Gatland Theater, Chicago
This year'ʹs production is a performance of John Digby'ʹs acclaimed musical The Pilots Directed by Kate Mason, and featuring international movie star Francis Wilson as well as
a popular singer Ben Diver in the lead roles, the performance will be fantastic
As ever, proceeds from the event will go towards alleviating poverty and building educational programs for children in Africa
To purchase tickets and support this worthy cause, please contact the Gatland Theater at 900-‐‑335-‐‑7255 Tickets cost $50 for adults and $35 for children Group discounts are available
12 What is the main purpose of the notice?
(A) To publicize a classical concert
(B) To promote a charity fundraiser
(C) To declare the opening of a theater
(D) To announce a change of venue
13 Which of the following is NOT true about the event?
(A) The show features singing and dancing
(B) Tickets are cheaper for people in groups
(C) The show stars Kate Mason
(D) Profits will be donated to charity
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Questions 14-16 refer to the following announcement
Attention all Freemont City Literature Society members:
We are happy to announce the upcoming appearance by Allie Garcia at the Freemont City Auditorium this Thursday at 7:30 p.m As you know, Ms Garcia is the award-‐‑ winning author of the novel “Life on the Sea” She will be speaking about the art of imaginative fiction writing and will stay for a cocktail reception afterwards
As usual, members of the Freemont City Literature Society enjoy half off on tickets to events at the Freemont City Auditorium Just remember to bring your membership card with you to the event We hope to see you at the auditorium on Thursday evening to take advantage of this amazing opportunity
14 Why was this announcement written?
(A) To notify members of a meeting cancellation
(B) To discuss preparations for a cocktail reception
(C) To announce the publication of a book
(D) To inform members of a special event
15 What is taking place at the Freemont City Auditorium?
(A) A literature society presidential election
(B) A talk on creative writing
(C) A seminar about an author
(D) A private dinner party
16 What will Freemont City Literature Society members receive?
(A) Discounted admission
(B) Free copies of a novel
(C) New membership cards
(D) The author's autograph
DẠNG 5: ARTICLE
Questions 17-20 refer to the following article,
Dubai, Jan 14 -‐‑ JAK Technology announced yesterday that Wilson Ferris has been chosen to replace Fredrick Turner as the Senior Director of Finances His new job responsibilities will include managing the finance department, developing budget plans, analyzing expenditures, and projecting future earnings With more than fifteen years of experience in the finance industry, Mr Ferris has a proven record of managing corporate finances and leading large teams of talented people According to the president of JAK Technology, Bob Goldberg, Mr Ferris will undoubtedly add value to the company by strengthening its role as the world'ʹs top distributor of accounting software for large corporations
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25 percent Following a successful five years at Languatec, Ferris left to start his own business, Smart Consultants Inc., where he offered savvy financial advice to numerous high profile corporations, such as Blooming Investments
17 What is Wilson Ferris best known for?
(A) His work as a technology specialist
(B) His background in business finances
(C) The foreign language software he developed
(D) The project he did for Bob Goldberg
18 What kind of service does JAK Technology provide?
(A) Accounting software
(B) Computer repairs
(C) Advertising campaigns
(D) Financial analysis
19 What is mentioned about Ferris' work at Languatec?
(A) He broke the record for number of sales
(B) He decided to leave the position after two years
(C) He increased the company's value
(D) He introduced a more efficient production process
20 Which company was established by Mr Ferris?
(A) JAK Technology
(B) Languatec Inc
(C) Smart Consultants Inc
(D) Blooming Investments
DẠNG 6: ADVERTISEMENT
Questions 21-22 refer to the following advertisement
Urban Communications
Satisfying you and your customer'ʹs communication needs
At Urban Communications, we know how important it is to communicate quickly and effectively with customers That'ʹs why we provide a reliable calling service to help you stay in touch with customers without spending a fortune Our professional staff can assist your customers with almost any problem, whether it is answering questions about your company'ʹs products, processing orders, or scheduling appointments Urban
Trang 7Communications has over 15 years of experience and has worked with some of the largest and most successful corporations in the country To stay ahead of our competitors, we continually upgrade our equipment, which also means that we can consistently offer a high standard of service that meets all of our customers'ʹ particular needs To help your business succeed tomorrow, call us today at 854-‐‑623-‐‑3154, or visit our new website at www.urbancommunications.com
21 What service does Urban Communications offer?
(A) Upgrading computer software
(B) Answering telephones
(C) Repairing electronic equipment
(D) Designing websites
22 What is NOT mentioned about Urban Communications?
(A) It has worked with large companies
(B) It uses the most recent technology
(C) It offers weekend service
(D) It has many years of experience
Questions 23-25 refer to the following advertisement
Synergy Online Banking
Access your Synergy Bank account from anywhere in the world!
Synergy Bank is proud to introduce its latest service: Internet Banking Access your account 24 hours a day, seven days a week, wherever you have an internet connection! Here are just a few of the options available to you with Synergy Online Banking:
-‐‑ Log into your account and view current balances in your savings or checking account -‐‑ View an easy-‐‑to-‐‑read, printable version of all your account transactions
-‐‑ Quickly transfer money from one account to another
-‐‑ Make payments online for all your bills
-‐‑ Update your name and address by completing the form online
Save even MORE time by signing up for our exclusive Synergy Home Banking service ($5.95/month) With this service, you'ʹll be able to easily:
-‐‑ Ask to receive Synergy Bank'ʹs email newsletter, which outlines new products and services, and offers the latest financial advice
-‐‑ Have unlimited access to our Financial Resources section, which has all the information you need to choose the right financial plan for you and your loved ones, and an online calculator to plan monthly budgets and calculate upcoming bills
To make banking easy, set up your Synergy Bank online services today!
If you currently hold a Synergy Bank account, then just visit our website at www.synergybank.com and click on the 'ʹOnline Banking Set-‐‑Up'ʹ
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(A) Check out current account balances
(B) Receive e-mail notifications for transactions
(C) Transfer money from one account to another
(D) Review history of account activity
24 How can customers notify the bank about changes to personal information?
(A) Fill out the online form
(B) Send an email to customer services
(C) Visit the closest Synergy Bank branch in person
(D) Call Synergy Bank
25 What does this advertisement emphasize about the services?
(A) Option to apply for a loan online
(B) Ability to speak with a service agent 24 hours a day
(C) Effortless banking
(D) Fewer fees for banking services
DẠNG 7: INFORMATION
Questions 26-28 refer to the following document
Attn.: All employees, Austin Headquarters
Date: April 2, 2008
Here is the in-house schedule for the National Conference in April The five affiliates will
be in Austin for this year's conference, which means about 200 people will be attending
April 11 Location 10:00-11:30 Opening Remarks by CEO Mason Lecture Room 4th floor
11:30-1:30 Lunch Dining Room
1:30-6:00 Topic: Product Summary &
Performance
Showroom 6:00-8:00 Dinner TBA
April 12 Location 9:30-11:30 Team Innovations Activities Boardroom
11:30-1:30 Lunch Dining Room
1:30-6:00 Topic: Research & Development Auditorium
6:00-8:00 Dinner TBA
Because of the large number of people this year, we will hold the 'Team Innovations' part
of the conference in small meeting rooms We will divide employees into six groups to be announced at the end of lunch on April 11 The groups will be chosen with the aim of
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Laurie Pitt
Ipitt@newdesigns.com
704-2474
26 What kind of event will take place?
(A) A scientific symposium
(B) A company-wide annual meeting
(C) A regional spring conference
(D) A seminar on fiscal responsibility
27 By what date should changes to the schedule be suggested?
(A) April 2
(B) April 4
(C) April 11
(D) April 12
28 What will determine the organization of 'Team Innovations'?
(A) Employees' place of work
(B) The preferences of the affiliate companies
(C) The number of people who attend
(D) How many meeting rooms are available
Questions 29-32 refer to the following form
Ad World Inc
Employee Appraisal Form
Employee: Dick Brampton
Position: Marketing Assistant
Date: July 16, 2008
Appraised by: Robin Nagel, Personnel Director
Please rate the employee according to the following criteria:
Excellent Above Average Average Below Average
Attitude, Motivation ü
Initiative ü
Efficiency ü
Teamwork ü
Organizational ü
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Punctuality ü
Client Relations ü
Corporate Pride ü
Other Observations:
- Because Mr Brampton was behind schedule, his colleague Stephanie Ramirez has had to finish and submit his last 3 ad proposals
- Mr Brampton spoke with a rude tone to our client at Vistrim on May 14
- Mr Brampton received an official warning on June 3 for being consistently late to work The warning was issued by Philippe Buldakov, the Marketing Team Supervisor
Overall Comments:
- Mr Brampton lacks the professionalism necessary to survive in the advertising industry
I think we should give Mr Brampton one last chance to prove himself over a month trial period Mr Buldakov and will meet with him regularly during this time to discuss ways to enhance his performance If he still doesn't show any signs of improvement, I strongly recommend that his employment at Ad World Inc is terminated
29 Who most likely is this form intended for?
(A) Personnel Director
(B) Vistrim's senior executives
(C) The marketing team
(D) Ad World Inc.'s management
30 What is Stephanie Ramirez's role at the company?
(A) Personnel director
(B) The marketing team supervisor
(C) Marketing assistant
(D) Client relations consultant
31 What is Mr Brampton NOT guilty of doing?
(A) Speaking rudely to his colleagues
(B) Neglecting his duties on projects
(C) Treating a client unprofessionally
(D) Failing to arrive at work on time
32 What does Mr Nagel suggest?
(A) Assigning Mr Brampton to a new team
(B) Terminating Mr Brampton's employment
(C) Putting Mr Brampton on probation
(D) Issuing Mr Brampton an official warning