Phần đọc bài thi toeic _Test 1

PART 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 click on (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your test screen Câu 101 Jupiter has just under 70 documented moons, four largest of which are the Galilean moons Io, Callisto, Ganymede and Europa A a B an C the D Ø Câu 102 "I have seen thousands of ideas die on the vine, because the individuals that have them never that fear of failing," he says A get around B get over C get up D get in Câu 103 Fast & Furious at number one at the North American box office, taking more than double The Hangover Part III's opening takings A will debute B debutes C has debuted D is going to debute Câu 104 , charities and other non-profit organisations have led efforts to provide safe food, water and medications in the developing world A Traditionally B Traditional C Tradition D Traditions Câu 105 A new drug that could help reduce damage to the body after a heart attack, stroke or major surgery by UK scientists A developed B was developed C has developed D has been developed Câu 106 The UK and Germany are among at least 14 European Union members opposed punitive tariffs on Chinese solar panel imports, according to diplomats A with B to C about D against Câu 107 Taking an idea down the path towards being a profitable business is risky, but being fully aware the risks is key A with B about C over D of Câu 108 We think a similar process happens in other situations where tissue is starved of oxygen for a prolonged period, after a stroke or during surgery where major arteries are clamped to prevent blood loss A however B nevertheless C for example D consequently Câu 109 A key found in a murder victim's pocket has enabled French to identify the man nearly two years after his body was discovered on the coast A investigators B investigate C investigation D investigative Câu 110 These universities turn out technology allows devices to get cheaper, smaller, and more portable, and attract innovative people who come from all parts of the globe A who B when C where D that Câu 111 Doctors in Africa can rapidly determine which patients have HIV, and can provide inexpensive medications to those sick enough to need them A relative B relation C relationship D relatively Câu 112 The idea of aliens may seem absurd, but times change, as does science , and this makes the idea far than it once appeared A more plausible B much plausible C least plausible D most plausible Câu 113 Having an idea is all essential, but that idea to potential investors and customers is paramount A to communicating B communicate C communicating D communication Câu 114 Mr Zaman and his colleagues a hand-held device to test medication quality, looking for fakes and compounds that have gone bad A developed B were developed C has developed D have developed Câu 115 What we know about habit is that you want to make the behaviour easy to perform, so that people repeat it often and it becomes part of their daily routine A formation B format C form D forms Câu 116 Several Mars rovers and landers have uncovered tantalizing evidence that liquid water might flow just beneath the surface, but we still lack any evidence A conclusion B conclusive C conclude D concluding Câu 117 People see companies almost like they see their children, and there comes a point in time when you’re building a company where it has to and develop on its own A move off B get off C take off D turn off Câu 118 are trying to block the expansion of a transatlantic trade bringing American wood to burn in European power stations A Environment B Environmentalists C Environmental D Environmentalism Câu 119 In short, they say stress does lead to relapses bad behaviour - but that it can reinforce good habits too A into B in C within D to Câu 120 the challenges, Mr Siddiqui of Acumen said he still sees great potential in leveraging capitalism to bring about social change A Although B Despite C In spite D Even if Câu 121 The plantations are thinned and harvested by mechanical giants cut and throw whole trees as if they were twigs A who B when C why D which Câu 122 Mr Adebowale, who was discharged from hospital Tuesday, has also been charged with possession of a firearm A in B on C next D during Câu 123 the millions of ideas that people have each year, only a tiny fraction are developed and an even smaller fraction of those ever start down the road to becoming highly successful businesses A Of B For C About D From Câu 124 Never try to start a company with something you don’t like, because it will go anywhere Only something that you truly enjoy! A always B never C ever D usually Câu 125 Critics fear that increasing demand from power generators will encourage foresters to take land that food A currently grew B will currently grow C had currently grown D is currently growing Câu 126 Australia has been ranked as world's happiest nation among developed economies for the third year running A a B an C the D Ø Câu 127 India and the country's attitude towards women have been in the spotlight for some months, a series of violent assaults A follow B followed C following D to follow Câu 128 advances in mountaineering equipment and the indefatigable efforts of Sherpa guides, more climbers than ever are reaching the peak of Mount Everest A Thanks to B Although C In spite of D No matter what Câu 129 From previous research, we expected that all participants this time worse at detecting the movement of large images, but high IQ individuals were much, much worse A had been B would be C be D will be Câu 130 The computers' owners like to think about them as big artificial brains, actually they are simply repackaging valuable information gathered from everyone else A and B so C because D but Câu 131 Plants that were during the "Little Ice Age" centuries ago have been observed sprouting new growth, scientists say A freeze B froze C frozen D to freeze Câu 132 Government cameras track you as you walk around town, wars having been fought to limit the abilities of governments to that A despite B in spite C although D even though Câu 133 We ended up along the edge of the glacier margin and we saw these huge populations coming out from underneath the glacier that seemed to have a greenish tint A walk B to walk C walking D to walking Câu 134 first idea of networked digital media included a universal micropayment system, so that people would be paid when data they added to a network was used by someone else A A B An C The D Ø Câu 135 Bryophytes are different the land plants that we know best, in that they not have vascular tissue that helps pump fluids around different parts of the organism A with B to C against D from Câu 136 There have also been cases of babies born outside marriage being abandoned, or female newborns abandoned a traditional preference for sons A because B because of C in spite of D despite Câu 137 People higher IQs are slow to detect large background movements because their brains filter out non-essential information, say US researchers A with B within C from D among Câu 138 "There are no genetic factors that can be studied independently the environment," says Michael Meaney, a professor at McGill University in Canada A on B with C of D for Câu 139 All of these abilities are dependent on a slow, incremental process various micro-cultures have figured out how to improve A who B which C when D where Câu 140 Six decades after it was conquered, mountaineers complain that the summit of Mount Everest has become virtually gridlocked with climbers A a B an C the D Ø PART Directions : Read the texts that follow A word or phrase is missing in some of the sentences Four answer choices are given below each of the sentences Select the best answer to complete the text Then click on (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your test screen Questions 141 through 143 refer to the following letter: Dear Sir, Câu 141 Please let me take this opportunity to introduce myself as the newly (141) sales agent for GK Trading Company A appointed B appointing C appoint D appointment Câu 142 As I have joined the company recently, I went (142) our records and found that you are one of our most valuable customers A with B into C through D over Câu 143 As an initiative to a growing business relationship that will benefit both of us, I will be pleased to visit you in your office at your convenience in order to understand about your company and this will enable me to (143) you with a better service I could also introduce our new products to you.I wish to call in your office, and I want to make the appointment as I am looking forward to meeting you personally Yours sincerely, Praveen Kumar A give B provide C award D deliver Questions 144 through 146 refer to the following letter: Câu 144 Dear Mr Douglas, I am writing this letter to confirm my retirement from the position of executive assistant which will be effective next month Though I (144) forward for years for my retirement to come, it saddens me that I will have to leave such fine people A B C D look looked have looked will look Câu 145 The years that I have worked for this company (145) some of the best and most fruitful years of my life A is B are C was D has been Câu 146 I will be enjoying my retirement I am sure, but you will always be in my heart wherever I may go Let me also take this opportunity to thank you, your staff and the company for all the love and support that you have given me during my employment It will be kind of you if you could confirm my retirement date and the things that I will to return the company equipments If I can be of any (146) during the process, please call me Thank you very much! Yours incerely, Aaron Deville A assist B assistant C assisted D assistance Questions 147 through 149 refer to the following letter: Câu 147 Dear Mr Arnold, It is a pleasure for me to inform you that you have been promoted as the new sales supervisor of the company This promotion is (147) recognition of the fine work you have done for this company for over five years A with B for C in D of Câu 148 Câu 168 What is not TRUE about the products in the recent shipment? A They are imprinted B They are green C They are bright blue D They are golf balls Câu 169 When should the new shipment arrive? A By the 1st of this month B By the 15th of this month C By the first of next month D By the 15 of next month Câu 170 The word “prompt” in paragraph is closest in meaning to: A Slow B Immediate C Good D Lucky Questions 171-172 refer to the following email message Câu 171 How often is the holiday banquet held? A Every month B Every week C D Every year Every day Câu 172 What should the participants bring to the event? A Some money B Some clothes C Some drinks D Some tickets Questions 173-177 refer to the following letter June 22, Jane Team A 123 Fake Dear Leader, 2009 Accounting Business Town, Ave AB Ms T1J Smith, Services Inc North 1M8 Smith: You have done a fantastic job stepping into the role of Team Leader this year Our company was in a tough spot with the departure of one of our senior members and your willingness to assume the role has been a major factor in our continued success Your contributions to the company have been very beneficial You are an innovative thinker and a true team player As you have assumed new job responsibilities I can appreciate your interest in attending the Leadership Conference in Toronto from March 25 to 30 As you are aware our company’s financial year-end is March 31, 2010 This is a very busy time of year for all of us, but especially hectic for the management team As we move through the year-end process, the other team leaders will need your input and experience You will find your team members also rely on you for guidance during the last few days of March It will be most important for you to be here to go through your first year-end cycle as it can present a steep learning curve at times We are fortunate that the Leardership Conference is offered at multiple times during the year I believe the next offering is July to July 7, 2010 If this time is convenient with your schedule, we could explore sending you then I look forward to continuing to work with you Jane, and helping you to grow your leadership skills Sincerely, Megan Director of Financial Operations Shapka Câu 173 What kind of letter is this? A recommendation letter A job-concerning letter A job application A complaint letter A Câu 174 What is NOT true about Ms Smith? A She has got a promotion B She is now a team leader C She wants to attend a conference D She will attend the conference in March, 2010 Câu 175 How long is the Leadership Conference? A days B days C days D days Câu 176 What is March 31, 2010? A The day the conference starts B The day Jane Smith starts her new position C The day the company’s financial year ends D The day Jane gets a pay raise Câu 177 The word "tough" in line 2, paragraph is closest in meaning to: A easy B difficult C hectic D beneficial Questions 178-180 refer to the following article Câu 178 When the races often take place? A Every Saturday night B August 18th C August 25th D September 8th Câu 179 What will NOT be included on Family Night? A Bike races B Sprints on Dirt C Michigan Wingless Sprints D A beer tent Câu 180 What time will the race begin on August 18th? A p.m B p.m C 6:30 p.m D 7:30 p.m Questions 181-185 refer to the following notices Câu 181 How much can an employee receive as an epidemiologist? A $48,066.00 B $48,545.00 C $40,949.00 D More than $40,949.00 Câu 182 How long does the Federal Career Intern Program (FCIP) last? A Twenty-four months B Two months C One year D Two semesters Câu 183 When should candidates start submitting applications for the FCIP? A October 30th 2009 B November 03rd 2009 C April 06th 2012 D Relaxable Câu 184 What should NOT be included in the applications for the Assistant Director position? A Curriculum vitae B Photocopies of relevant educational certificates C An on-line test D One recent photograph Câu 185 What is NOT true about the mentioned vacancies? A Both students and non-students have the chance to participate in the FCIP B All vacancies are kept under control by the Federal Government C The outstanding candidates are chosen on-line D Applications must be handed in by a specific date Questions 186-190 refer to the following letters Câu 186 What is the main purpose of the first letter? A To fix a mistake in the contract B To complain about a bank service procedure C To complain about one of a bank employee’s behavior D To ask for a financial compensation Câu 187 Who is Menlo Ortega? A Director of Investment Funds B A bank operator C Mr Francisco Garza’s subordinate D A policeman Câu 188 What is NOT true about Francisco Garza? A He works for the South Bank in Barcelona B He had been rude to some customers C He had been suffering much stress in his recent life D He is not willing to propose a meeting with his client Câu 189 The word “endeavour” in the second letter is closest in meaning to: A attempt B consider C experience D remember Câu 190 By which way may Mr Diaz want to solve the problem? A He wants to ask for the police’s help B He wants the director to fire his employee C He wants to arrange a meeting D He wants Francisco Garza to divorce Questions 191-195 refer to the following itinerary and email message Câu 191 What is the main purpose of the email? A To thank the employees for their contribution to the company B To announce the upcoming vacation to the staff C To inform the whole company about the trip itinerary D All of the above Câu 192 Where will the Oktoberfest celebration take place? A North America B Munich C Spaten Brewery D The information desk Câu 193 How long will the trip last? A B C D A week Within September Six days Two months Câu 194 On which day will breakfast NOT be served? A Wednesday Oct B Thursday Oct C Friday Oct D All of the above Câu 195 What should an employee if he/she doesn’t want to join the trip? A Mark his/her calendar B Sign up for the trip C Get together and relax D Send an email Questions 196-200 refer to the following email message and advertisement Câu 196 What might be the relationship between David Brown and Ross Marshall? A Boss and employee B Proprietor and premises seeker C Landlord and stock broker D Employer and job seeker Câu 197 Where is the office space located? A On the north side of Burdett Avenue B Between Blanshard View streets C On the outskirts of Victoria D Opposite to the Law Courts Câu 198 What does the landlord NOT offer? A A lot of opening windows and natural light B Substantial leasehold improvements C Numerous amenities D Underground secure parking Câu 199 From which source did David Brown get the information about the office space? A Internet B Television C Radio D Newspaper Câu 200 What is NOT true about David Brown? A He wants to rent the office space for about three years B He expects the price would be lower C He thinks the price is reasonable D He would like to see the space before making a decision [...]... Resource Manager Questions 15 0 through 15 2 refer to the following letter: Câu 15 0 Dear candidates, This letter is to grab your attention about the job (15 0) in our company Our company is regarded A emptiness B openings C places D cuts Câu 15 1 . (15 1) the best company in the sales field in the whole England We need ambitious and sincere people A as B like C for D with Câu 15 2 The applicants must have... By the 1st of this month B By the 15 th of this month C By the first of next month D By the 15 of next month Câu 17 0 The word “prompt” in paragraph 4 is closest in meaning to: A Slow B Immediate C Good D Lucky Questions 17 1 -17 2 refer to the following email message Câu 17 1 How often is the holiday banquet held? A Every month B Every week C D Every year Every day Câu 17 2 What should the participants bring... article Câu 17 8 When do the races often take place? A Every Saturday night B August 18 th C August 25th D September 8th Câu 17 9 What will NOT be included on Family Night? A Bike races B Sprints on Dirt C Michigan Wingless Sprints D A beer tent Câu 18 0 What time will the race begin on August 18 th? A 2 p.m B 3 p.m C 6:30 p.m D 7:30 p.m Questions 18 1 -18 5 refer to the following notices Câu 18 1 How much... 2 010 Câu 17 5 How long is the Leadership Conference? A 4 days B 5 days C 6 days D 7 days Câu 17 6 What is March 31, 2 010 ? A The day the conference starts B The day Jane Smith starts her new position C The day the company’s financial year ends D The day Jane gets a pay raise Câu 17 7 The word "tough" in line 2, paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to: A easy B difficult C hectic D beneficial Questions 17 8 -18 0... Questions 16 7 -17 0 refer to the following letter Câu 16 7 Why is Megan Lloyd writing this letter? A To ask for a refund B To make a complaint C To return a shipment D To say thank-you Câu 16 8 What is not TRUE about the products in the recent shipment? A They are imprinted B They are green C They are bright blue D They are golf balls Câu 16 9 When should the new shipment arrive? A By the 1st of this month... friendly Questions 16 1 -16 3 refer to the following agenda Câu 16 1 Where will the event be held? A At a beach B At a sports center C At a hotel D At a club Câu 16 2 Who will be in charge of the “Governing Structures” session? A Chair of Finance and Risk Committee B Chair of Competition C Chair of Juvenile Committee D Chief Executive Officer Câu 16 3 According to the agenda, which session will last 10 minutes?... bring to the event? A Some money B Some clothes C Some drinks D Some tickets Questions 17 3 -17 7 refer to the following letter June 22, Jane Team A 12 3 Fake Dear Leader, 2009 Accounting Business 6 Town, Ave AB Ms T1J Smith, Services Inc North 1M8 Smith: You have done a fantastic job stepping into the role of Team Leader this year Our company was in a tough spot with the departure of one of our senior members... C TG 12 9 D PG 242 Câu 15 6 Which route has a flight every day? A Chiang Mai – Luang Prabang B Luang Prabang – Chiang Mai C Chiang Mai – Phuket D Chiang Mai – Koh Samui Câu 15 7 What is NOT true about "cheapest class" tickets? A They can not be changed B They are available for all flight routes C They can not be refunded D They can not be upgraded Questions 15 5 -15 7 refer to the following table Câu 15 5... Competition Review Group D Club Development Questions 16 4 -16 6 refer to the following advertisement Câu 16 4 Who would be most interested in this advertisement? A Those with gardens B Those with playgrounds C Those loving spring D Those looking for a job Câu 16 5 Which of the following is free of charge? A Garden compost B Mulcher C Trimming D Estimates Câu 16 6 How should customers contact Joel Montano? A... meaning to: A attempt B consider C experience D remember Câu 19 0 By which way may Mr Diaz want to solve the problem? A He wants to ask for the police’s help B He wants the director to fire his employee C He wants to arrange a meeting D He wants Francisco Garza to divorce Questions 19 1 -19 5 refer to the following itinerary and email message Câu 19 1 What is the main purpose of the email? A To thank the employees