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101. Raymond and Howell proposed job cuts

following a two-year decline in sales ______.

(a) figures

(b) actions

(c) employers

(d) information

102. In the past three years, our marketing manager

______ to Europe, Australia, Brazil and Thailand.

(a) had gone

(b) has been

(c) gone

(d) went

103. ______ moving to a northern climate, be sure to

properly winterize your automobile.

(a) gives

(b) given

(c) giving

(d) is giving

104. An increase in a nation's rate of savings

ultimately ______ to lower interest rates for business

and consumer loans.

(a) lead

(b) leads

(c) leader

(d) leading

105. We need to get ______ paperwork from him

before the end of the fiscal year.

(a) him

(b) himself

(c) he

(d) his

106. Any information ______ about the revised

holiday work schedule can be obtained from Ms.

Zeldenrust in Human Resources.

(a) volunteered

(b) needed

(c) donated

(d) called

107. Ever since the drivers' strike started, citywide

buses have been ______ running thirty minutes to

one hour late.

(a) finally

(b) constantly

(c) concurrently

(d) very

108. More than 6.55 million workers are ______ in

the manufacturing industry, according to

government data.

(a) employed

(b) employer

(c) employing

(d) employment

109. Fair Oaks Transit trains were back on schedule

Monday after a mudslide disrupted last Friday

morning's ______.

(a) section

(b) commute

(c) tracking

(d) beginning

110. Sam's Steakhouse is ______ better than famous

national chains with larger advertising budgets.

(a) argue

(b) arguing

(c) argument

(d) arguably

111. _____ Daily Dogs targets its advertising

campaign to pet owners, it could be headed for

Chapter 11 bankruptcy.

(a) Until

(b) Unless

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(c) Whereas

(d) Except

112. Mocha Monkeys Coffee ______ very quickly

because of its cheap prices and unique drinks.

(a) expands

(b) are expanding

(c) is expanding

(d) to expand

113. Notice: The meeting ______ for today has been

postponed until Thursday at 4 P.M.

(a) scheduled

(b) happening

(c) important

(d) open

114. The new computer chips will ______ be

delayed because the hurricane on the East Coast has

disrupted air traffic.

(a) probability

(b) probably

(c) probable

(d) probe

115. We would like to thank the Elog Foundation for

its generous ______ to our charity fundraiser.

(a) donor

(b) donate

(c) donated

(d) donation

116. After carefully ______ the bid packages from

each vendor, we have decided to award the contract

to Thomas Cullen.

(a) considered

(b) considering

(c) considerate

(d) consideration

117. Economists predict a ______ in housing prices

due to the recent reduction in unemployment.

(a) development

(b) growth

(c) rise

(d) lift

118. Changes in American eating ______ over the

last twenty years are blamed for a variety of health

problems.

(a) meals

(b) habits

(c) dishes

(d) restaurants

119. The Holden Complex ______ has vacancies

despite its high rent, inconvenient location and large

annual maintenance fee.

(a) unusually

(b) rarely

(c) frequently

(d) assuredly

120. Be informed that this medication is for

temporary relief of symptoms, and is not intended

______ your annual immunization shot.

(a) replaced

(b) replace

(c) to replace

(d) replacing

121. The Healthcare community was shocked

______ Ricardo Peter's resignation after only one

year as president of Healthcorps.

(a) in

(b) up

(c) of

(d) by

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122. Alanis bought renter's insurance to ______ her

personal belongings while living in an apartment.

(a) protect

(b) protector

(c) protection

(d) protective

123. The personnel department requires that all

______ be interviewed at least three times before a

hiring decision is made.

(a) applications

(b) applicants

(c) appliances

(d) applicator

124. During office remodeling there will be ______

interruptions to ADSL, copier and fax machine

service.

(a) usual

(b) often

(c) frequent

(d) little

125. Kindly ______ your colleagues to tip the

waitress at least 15 percent.

(a) remind

(b) remember

(c) order

(d) command

126. It is probably safe to say that of all the board

members, Mr. Cain has the most ______.

(a) result

(b) effect

(c) influence

(d) conclusion

127. Sales of new homes this month are down 2%

from last month, ______ 6% from a year ago.

(a) too

(b) and

(c) as well

(d) along with

128. Since Dawson Creek Fashion was late getting

its new styles on the market, there was not ______

opportunity to meet pre-Christmas sales projections.

(a) many

(b) little

(c) much

(d) big

129. The CEO of Star Records announced plans for

aggressive expansion, saying the company will

purchase ______ new properties in the next two

years.

(a) many

(b) little

(c) much

(d) any

130. Human resources workers serve a vital ______

in screening qualified candidates for the company's

managerial positions.

(a) play

(b) function

(c) skill

(d) piece

131. In a 20-minute address to computer science

students, the CEO of Electro-lite discussed the

availability of technology jobs in today's job

______.

(a) market

(b) maximum

(c) document

(d) department

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132. The meteorologist on Channel 2 said that he

was ______ certain that the cold front will result in

snow tomorrow.

(a) reasoning

(b) reason

(c) reasonable

(d) reasonably

133. Ms. Benihana is knowledgeable in several

disciplines, but especially biomedical engineering is

her area of ______.

(a) expert

(b) expertise

(c) experts

(d) expertness

134. The chairperson of Walter Bros. announced that

this year's annual bonuses will be ______ to

company employees on Friday.

(a) awarded

(b) transacted

(c) published

(d) discarded

135. All international orders are ______ via Global

Express Mail within five to ten business days.

(a) spent

(b) enrolled

(c) collected

(d) delivered

136. Most shareholders still fail ______ both the

immediate impacts and future implications of

corporate mergers and takeover bids.

(a) understood

(b) understanding

(c) to understand

(d) have understood

137. ______ all forms of advertising, research shows

that direct mail reaches the greatest number of

people at the lowest cost.

(a) Through

(b) In

(c) Between

(d) Of

138. In order to compete for a shrinking pool of

qualified programmers, companies that are ______

conservative are now offering flextime and work-

from-home options.

(a) sometimes

(b) always

(c) infrequently

(d) otherwise

139. The sales representative suggested an initial

meeting to discuss the proposal as soon as the beta

product is ready, ______ that might be.

(a) no matter

(b) which

(c) whenever

(d) what

140. Mr. Carter got ______ in trouble by failing to

acknowledge his secretary's birthday.

(a) he

(b) himself

(c) him

(d) his

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Questions 141-143 refer to the following letter.

Memory Map Game

by Riven Learning Co.

Description

For 1-6 players, 5-11 years old

Children can ______ their observation and memorization skills with this puzzle that features a colorful

picture map of a city.

141. (a) cause

(b) study

(c) practice

(d) manufacture

To begin the game, children must place the 125 picture cards faced down. Each player then draws a

picture card, turns it over, and waits for their turn to ______ the picture card to the map.

142. (a) add

(b) addition

(c) additive

(d) additionally

______ a player cannot find where their picture card goes on the map, they must pick up another picture

card.

143. (a) If

(b) So

(c) And

(d) Because

The first player to get rid of all their picture cards wins the game.

Price $21.99

Questions 144-146 refer to the following letter.

Dear Arcish Furniture,

I recently purchased a leather sofa from your outlet. The sales representative, Maureen, ______ me to

purchase the 10-year warranty. I was told that if my furniture was accidentally damaged, even by a pet,

the store would repair it at no cost to me.

144. (a) persuasion

(b) persuasive

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(c) persuading

(d) persuaded

Last week, my cat scratched the sofa, leaving three deep marks in the leather. The marks are clearly

visible from a distance. I was surprised to learn from the manager that the 10-year ______ does not cover

damage done by household pets when I was informed otherwise.

145. (a) stock

(b) service

(c) warranty

(d) insurance

I have reviewed the fine print on the contract, and I can see that pet damage is not covered. However, this

is not what Maureen told me when I bought the sofa. I feel I was ______ about the terms of the warranty.

I accept responsibility for not reading the full contract, but I trusted that I was being given all the facts.

146. (a) misrepresented

(b) misspelled

(c) misled

(d) mistaken

I would like Arcish Furniture to fix my couch. I await your response.

Sincerely,

Marcel Boule

Questions 147-149 refer to the following letter.

Tampa Daily News - Available in Print and Online

The Tampa Daily News has two versions of its printed newspaper available online.

One version ______ the printed edition, including the editorial and news pages.

147. (a) is the same

(b) has the same

(c) is the same as

(d) as has the same

This is available at http://www.tampanews.com.

The other ______ is a special online edition that includes additional sports, lifestyle, and real estate pages.

148. (a) version

(b) section

(c) article

(d) reporter

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The electronic edition ______ has a complete classified section as well as up-to-date movie listings.

149. (a) too

(b) and

(c) plus

(d) also

The electronic edition is available at http://www.tampanews.com/electronicnews. Subscriptions to the

printed version of the newspaper are available at http://www.tampanews.com/subscribe.

Questions 150-152 refer to the following letter.

NOTICE TO ALL EMPLOYEES

The following changes will be effective as of Monday.

First of all, the dress code is changing slightly. You may still wear the ______ black pants and skirts as

before along with the company shirt.

150. (a) pair

(b) same

(c) kind

(d) both

However, employees are no longer allowed to wear shoes with heels higher than two inches.

Secondly, we are implementing a new marketing promotion. From now on, when customers come

through your register lineup, you should ______ ask them if they would like to provide an e-mail address.

151. (a) always

(b) seldom

(c) never

(d) rarely

This will register them to receive notification of upcoming specials.

Finally, ______ we are switching to a new coupon-based system, we will be discontinuing the use of

customer reward cards. Reassure customers that they can redeem points until the end of the year. Explain

to customers that the coupon system will provide greater savings.

152. (a) although

(b) unless

(c) so

(d) because

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If a customer has any further questions, please refer him or her to the manager on duty.

Thank you for your hard work in recent weeks.

Sincerely,

Greg.

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What's an Apprentice?

As everyone knows, opportunities in the skilled trades are set to explode in the next five to ten years.

Many skilled trades train workers through apprenticeships - new workers spend up to 80% of their days

learning on the job, and only 20% in the classroom. This is accomplished through being paired with an

expert in the trade who will guide the apprentice through their learning process.

Many countries have developed special ””pre-apprenticeship”” secondary school programs. If you are in

high school, by participating in these programs you can learn job skills and earn credits towards your

apprenticeship before you even graduate. Apprenticeships range from auto mechanics to cabinetmaking,

construction, and pastry making

153. What is an apprentice according to this

article?

(a) Anyone who spends 20% of his or her time

inside a classroom

(b) An expert in a skilled trade who spends 80%

of his or her time on the job

(c) Any high school student who is learning job

skills

(d) A new worker matched with an expert to

learn a skilled trade

154. How can high school students earn credits

towards their apprenticeships?

(a) By making matches with an expert in a

skilled trade

(b) By taking part in a pre-apprenticeship

program

(c) By interviewing auto mechanics or pastry

makers

(d) By spending only 20% of their time in class

From: Mary Unger [m_unger@pdc.com]

To: Tina Barkley [t_barkley@pdc.com]

Subject: Presentation

Sent: May 4, 10:20:07 A.M.

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Dear Tina,

I wanted to get back to you about the presentation on Thursday. As of now, 23 people have responded. I

expect a few more people to show up at the last minute.

We're still planning on holding the lecture in room 240B. I'll make sure we have at least 30 chairs set up. I

was also planning to make photocopies of my presentation slides in case anyone would like a copy.

Sincerely,

Mary Unger

Outreach Director

Payton Daniels Corporation

155. What does Tina Barkley find out regarding

the presentation?

(a) Her presentation will be videotaped.

(b) A colleague will not be able to attend.

(c) Her presentation is the first one scheduled.

(d) Twenty-three people have said they will

attend.

156. What does Mary Unger say she will do?

(a) Set up the equipment by herself

(b) Arrive 30 minutes early on Thursday

(c) Make copies of her presentation materials

(d) E-mail the presentation schedule later that

day.

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157. Which feature does the Versatile Sports

Coat have?

(a) Wrist cuffs

(b) A lined collar

(c) Reinforced seams

(d) An inside pockete.

158. Which color is the Versatile Sports Coat

NOT available in?

(a) Pine

(b) Desert

(c) Espresso

(d) Midnight

159. How much does the Versatile Sports Coat

now cost?

(a) $114

(b) $139

(c) $179

(d) $211.

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to you about the work you do, and take your precise measurements. Once they begin shopping, Savvy

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delivered to your door with a free $20 tailoring coupon attached.

160. Who is this advertisement likely targeting?

(a) Busy business men

(b) Stay-at-home parents

(c) Working professional women

(d) Chief Executive Officers

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161. What experience does the Savvy Shoppers

NOT have?

(a) Managing in the retail sector

(b) Clothing design

(c) Hair styling

(d) Consulting in the beauty sector.

162. What does Savvy Shoppers send to clients

when shopping?

(a) Prices and photographs of clothing items

(b) Precise measurements and digital photos

(c) Gift certificates for tailoring services

(d) Information about the work they do

163. How do clients get their clothes from the

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The Bridgeport Revitalization Committee (BRC)

13 Robin Way

Bridgeport, MA 02126

Kevin Taylor

203 8th Avenue

Bridgeport, MA 02133

Dear Mr. Taylor,

I am excited to announce to our members that we have received a $750,000 grant from the Roger Coopers

Foundation for our City Renovation Project.

The City Renovation Project focuses on the downtown area of Bridgeport, between First Avenue and

Lincoln Way. We will begin by redesigning Baten Park and the pedestrian walkways to create a more

inviting space for shoppers and workers on their lunch breaks.

This grant is the largest we have ever received, and we are excited about the work it will allow us to

accomplish.

We look forward to improving the quality of life in our city through great design!

Denise LeBaron

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164. What can be inferred about Mr. Taylor?

(a) He is a member of the BRC.

(b) He works for Denise LeBaron.

(c) He lives between First Avenue and Lincoln

Way.

(d) He is on the board of the Roger Coopers

Foundation.

165. What will the BRC use the grant money to

do?

(a) Build a museum

(b) Redesign a park

(c) Expand the highway network

(d) Create worker training programs

166. What is true about the grant?

(a) It is for more than $1 million.

(b) It is an extension of an existing grant.

(c) It is awarded by the Bridgeport Revitalization

Committee.

(d) It is the largest the BRC has ever received.

Report: Kilmer Health Care Center in Top 10%

According to a report that was recently published in Consumer Quarterly, the Kilmer Health Care Center

at University Village is ranked in the top 10 percent of all nursing homes in Ohio.

The Kilmer Health Care Center opened four years ago with 48 private rooms. Thirty-six of the rooms are

for assisted living, and twelve are for constant care. The Kilmer Health Care Center offers residents an

array of services from housekeeping and meal delivery, to transportation and medical services.

Consumer Quarterly looked at three main factors to come up with the nursing home rankings. The first

was how the facility ranked in their state inspections. The second was the ratio of the number of care

givers, (including nurses and nurse's aides), to the number of residents. Finally, they looked at the

services the facility offers and compared those to the current and future needs of the residents who live

there.

Consumer Quarterly hopes the report encourages those facilities ranked in the lower 10% to review and

improve their operations.

167. How many rooms in Kilmer Health Care

Center are intended for assisted living?

(a) 12

(b) 36

(c) 48

(d) 66.

168. What is learned about Kilmer Health Care

Center?

(a) It is near a hospital.

(b) It opened four years ago.

(c) It is run with state funds.

(d) It has a highly-trained staff

169. What was NOT included in the ranking

factors?

(a) The services offered

(b) The state inspection numbers

(c) The distance to nearby hospitals

(d) The ratio of caregivers to residents.

170. What does Consumer Quarterly hope the

report will do?

(a) Increase state funding for all facilities

(b) Encourage low-ranking facilities to improve

(c) Increase awareness of the facilities that exist

(d) Encourage more nurses to apply for jobs in

the facilities

November 26th

ID: 733185

Dylan Brown

World Travel Inc.

8840 Mayfair Ave.

London, UK

Mr. Brown,

We were unfortunately unable to process your last monthly donation to SaveTheYouth because of an

authorization issue with your company's credit card. Please confirm your credit card number in the space

below and return this letter in the enclosed response envelope, or call us toll-free at 1-800-555-9090.

Confirmation of credit card information:

Card Number: _______________________________

Expiration Date: ______________/________________

We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for supporting SaveTheYouth. By donating, your

company is helping us pursue our vital mission of protecting children and young people the world over.

The youth are our future, but millions suffer from malnutrition and are lacking in medical care, education,

drinkable water and adequate public health while in the Western world we have an excess of material

items and an embarrassment of riches. With your monthly donation, you are helping and protecting the

lives of young people in over 150 countries.

We appreciate your company’s help. Together, we are working to create a better world.

With Regards,

Doreen Ensan

Program Director

SaveTheYouth

171. What is Doreen's main purpose in writing

this letter?

(a) To note that Mr. Brown's last payment

couldn't be processed

(b) To re-confirm his credit card information for

safety

(c) To thank him for supporting SaveTheYouth

(d) To explain SaveTheYouth's mission

172. How should Mr. Brown give

SaveTheYouth his credit information?

(a) By fax

(b) By e-mail

(c) By returning the letter

(d) By calling his bank.

173. What are the children SaveTheYouth helps

NOT in need of?

(a) Improved cleanliness

(b) Food and water

(c) Medical insurance

(d) Doctors.

November 1st, 2006

STMP Capital

158 Rue du Chateau des Rentiers

Paris, FRA

75014

To: Melanie Marie Bourgeois and Jessica Lee Lariviere:

We wish to remind you that you are presently bound to a lease from December 1st 2005 to November

30th 2006

We are informing you that for the period of prolongation of your lease, from December 1st, 2006 to

November 30th 2007, our rent will be increased to $825 monthly. All other conditions of your lease will

remain the same.

You are hereby notified that you have one month following receipt of the present notice to respond.

Sincerely,

Sandro Milano

STMP Capital

174. When is the current lease over?

(a) November 1st, 2006

(b) November 1st, 2007

(c) December 1st, 2006

(d) November 30th, 2006

175. What will happen if the lease is prolonged?

(a) Rent will increase monthly.

(b) Tenants will pay more per month.

(c) New rental restrictions will apply.

(d) Rent receipts will be required.

Lisa's Window Cleaning

3362 River Road

Cambridge, Ohio

Phone: (555) 782-9008

Fax: (555) 789-0939

E-mail: lisa@lisaswindows.com

BILL TO:

Claude Etheridge

Spark Network Systems

89 Industrial Park Way

Cambridge, Ohio

Statement #: 1019976

Date: January 23rd 2007

Customer ID: V-941-A8

Date of Sale: November 5th 2006

Invoice #: 2903

Description: Bi-weekly window cleaning of high-rise building

Amount: $1,500.00 (x 6 cleanings)

Payment: $0.00

Balance: $4,500.00

Reminder: Please include the Statement Number on your check.

Terms: Balance due in fourteen (14) days.

176. What is the purpose of this invoice?

(a) To remind Lisa's Window Cleaning of

money owed

(b) To confirm payment of $4,500 to Lisa's

Window Cleaning

(c) To bill Spark Network Systems for services

(d) To request payment for building

construction.

177. What number should Claude Etheridge

include on his check?

(a) 1019976

(b) 2903

(c) V-941-A8

(d) 01/23/07.

ATTENTION: ALL EMPLOYEES

As you may have heard, we are getting ready to implement a new computer system at the office. This

may worry some of you, but the system is actually designed to make our lives easier. It will eliminate

a lot of the repetitive paperwork that many of you dislike doing, and will give us a central system

where all of our information can be stored.

In order to make sure everyone is comfortable with the new system, we will be holding several

orientation sessions throughout next week. Please choose one that fits your schedule and sign up.

You will learn the basics, get a guidebook for the system, and have an opportunity to get comfortable

with the system by completing practice tasks with the help of the instructor.

The following sessions are available:

Tuesday, November 7th at 10:00 A.M.

Wednesday, November 8th at 11:00 A.M. and 3:00 P.M.

Friday November 10th at 9:30 A.M.

Please visit the bulletin board in the lunchroom and sign up for one. There will be snacks and

refreshments for participants served after each session.

178. What is the purpose of the training

sessions?

(a) To teach staff how to do repetitive work

more quickly

(b) To ensure the staff feels comfortable with the

system

(c) To introduce the basics of computer usage

(d) To get together for snacks and refreshments

179. What will participants in the orientation

sessions NOT do?

(a) Practice using the system

(b) Learn the basics of the system

(c) Take a written test

(d) Receive an instruction book.

180. What should an employee who has read the

notice do next?

(a) Send an e-mail indicating session preference

(b) Show up for the Tuesday training session

(c) Call the office manager to discuss scheduling (d) Go to the lunchroom and sign up for a

session.

NOTICE TO ALL EMPLOYEES: 14th ANNUAL CONFERENCE OF IT PROFESSIONALS

CVD Inc. will be sending one employee from the IT Department to this conference, which will take

place over a weekend in the spring at the Royal Embassy Hotel in Cambridge, Massachusetts. This

years' conference topic is ”Information Technology and Human Resources: Bridging the Gap”.

Interested employees should send an e-mail to Ashwin Jain at ajain@cvd.com, stating why they

believe they should be sent on the conference and how they would use what they learned there to

better the company upon their return. If a suitable candidate is not found in the IT Department by

January 15th, employees from Human Resources (HR) with strong computer skills will be invited to

apply.

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From:

To:

Subject: Conference

Ashwin,

I am writing to notify you of my interest in attending the 14th Annual Conference of IT

Professionals. As soon as I saw the posting yesterday afternoon, I knew that I wanted to apply.

While I realize that I have not been with CVD Inc. for as long as many others in my department, I

think my unique mix of skills and experience makes me the ideal person to attend. For the first half

of my professional career, I worked as a Human Resources Manager for a software development

firm. I am familiar with strategic management principles, HR policy administration, and

organizational change and development trends. I frequently facilitated workshops and training

sessions and am very comfortable presenting to a group.

When I decided five years ago to realize a dream and pursue an education in computer programming

(which had previously been just a hobby), I knew that I wanted to work for a great company like

CVD Inc. I love my job here but I do sometimes miss the human element of HR work. That's why I

think that attending this conference would be an ideal situation for both myself and the company.

Who better to absorb and circulate the information than someone who has had her feet in both

worlds?

Thank you for considering me for this opportunity,

Louise Campineau

IT Department

CVD Inc.

181. What is the main purpose of the

conference?

(a) Bringing human resources and technology

closer together

(b) How to apply for human resource jobs

(c) Examining how IT and HR affect bridge-

building

(d) Examining how HR should look at bridge

technology.

182. Who would be most likely to attend the

conference?

(a) An employee from the Royal Embassy Hotel

(b) A computer programmer from CVD Inc.

(c) A new member of an IT department

(d) An insurance policy administrator

183. What is Louise's experience with

workshops?

(a) She has attended many.

(b) She has run many.

(c) She has always wanted to attend one.

(d) She has difficulty participating in them.

184. What was Louise's dream?

(a) To work for an excellent company such as

CVD Inc.

(b) To discover a new hobby unrelated to

computers

(c) To go to school to study computer

programming

(d) To attend the 14th Annual Conference of IT

Professionals

185. What did Louise leave out of her response?

(a) Why she believed she should be sent on the

conference

(b) The name of her previous employers and the

school she attended

(c) How she would use the information she

learned at the conference

(d) Critical information related to bridge-

building technology

Looking for Author

I'm in the final proposal stages for a book aimed at female European athletes. I'm looking for an

experienced author who is also an athlete.

The book is being pitched to a major publisher with a string of successful sports-themed books. This is a

very interesting project, and I need to find someone who lives to write, is flexible, creative, energetic, and

resides in the greater London area to be able to collaborate and have meetings.

I anticipate that the project will last for approximately three months. During this period, work will be very

intense and will likely require a very large time commitment. The primary duties would be writing,

researching, and fact-checking, but could be extended to other areas of the production process as the

project evolves.

Please reply to Josh Abrams, 20 Stroud Green Road, London N43EH with credentials and athletic

experience.

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Josh Abrams

20 Stroud Green Road

London, England

N4 3EH

Mr. Abrams,

I think that I'm the person you're looking for on this project. Why? I am an amateur athlete, and I can

write in whatever tone, style, or voice is required.

I belong to several networking groups of female amateur athletes - a great source for contacts - and I am

very familiar with the unique challenges that women in the sports world face. I have also written

extensively on the topics of the Olympics and particularly, lacrosse and football. I am a rugby player and

track athlete.

After graduating from high school, I decided to pursue sports more actively. I spent two years playing

semi-professional women's soccer and rugby, and placing very well in track events and marathons. I

traveled extensively in Europe and became familiar with the rules and organizations there.

As a writer, I have published over 500 articles in national and community newspapers. My first book,

”Running for the Finish Line,” was a Canadian best-seller. I have edited three anthologies and contributed

to several other books and magazines. I’m also a meticulous copy editor.

”Energetic” and ”creative” don't begin to describe me - if you decide that I'm right for your project, you'll

see what I mean.

Regards,

Hayley Weeks

8905 Kitsilano Court

Vancouver, B.C.

Canada

V68 3A9.

186. Why is Mr. Abrams looking for an author?

(a) He has written a book and needs it to be

edited.

(b) He has proposed a book and needs it to be

written.

(c) He wants media coverage for his book.

(d) He wants a second opinion on his book.

187. What type of work will this project consist

of?

(a) Three months of hard work

(b) A year with minimal time commitments

(c) A year with an intense work schedule

(d) Under three months of occasional work

188. Why does Hayley think she is ideal for the

project?

(a) She is an amateur female athlete.

(b) She has traveled extensively in Europe.

(c) She has written many articles and books.

(d) She is an able writer and a female athlete.

189. Why does Hayley mention her

membership in athletic networking groups?

(a) To show that she knows people to talk to

about the book

(b) To prove that she loves sports

(c) To show how energetic and creative she is

(d) To identify who she will sell the book to.

190. Why won't Hayley be selected for this job?

(a) She copies other writers.

(b) She doesn't have references.

(c) She is a female.

(d) She resides in Canada.

The Top Five longest-running outdoor theatrical productions

Production Name Opening Date Location

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1. Abigail 1928 Landsdale, CA

2. The New Dream 1934 Los Angeles, CA

3. Born to Shine 1947 Saratoga, NY

4. Now until Forever 1951 Peterson, KY 5. Vern in the Hills 1956 Bradley, MO

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”Vern in the Hills” 50th Anniversary Celebration, Bradley, MO

”Vern in the Hills” is celebrating its 50th year in production. A light-hearted production staged by the

City Theater in Bradley, MO, ”Vern in the Hills” has been performed at the Thompson Outdoor Theater

each summer since it first opened on May 28, 1956. Few theaters in such small cities are able to sustain a

production over a course of so many years.

”Somehow we've become a classic, and part of the fabric of the community,” says artistic director David

Frey, ”Going to ”Vern in the Hills” on a summer evening is just part of life here.” Mr. Frey is only the

third director the production has seen in its fifty-year history. A fact that, Mr. Frey says contributes to the

play's success.

”Vern in the Hills” does seem to be part of the fabric of the community. We loved the production. We

observed several families with three generations having picnics and watching the play. It was clear that

most people had seen it before. If you ever have the chance to see ”Vern in the Hills,” you will quickly

understand how it became a classic.

191. Where is “The New Dream” playing?

(a) Peterson, KY

(b) Saratoga, NY

(c) Landsdale, CA

(d) LosAngeles, CA

192. Which production opened for the first time

in 1947?

(a) Abigail

(b) The New Dream

(c) Born to Shine

(d) Now until Forever

193. What is learned about “Vern in the Hills”?

(a) It is based on a novel.

(b) It is shown year-round.

(c) It has been in production for 50 years.

(d) It has sold more tickets than any other show.

194. What is learned about David Frey?

(a) He wrote “Vern in the Hills.”

(b) He is the director of “Vern in the Hills.”

(c) He plays the lead role in “Vern in the Hills.”

(d) He has seen every performance of “Vern in

the Hills.”

195. In the article, the word “course” in

paragraph 1, line 4, is closest in meaning to:

(a) class

(b) period

(c) program

(d) direction.

Job Opening

Position: Library Clerk

Location: District Library

We are looking for an experienced library clerk to perform various duties as assigned by the head

librarian, including but not limited to processing of library materials and assisting with circulation duties.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of experience (co-op work placements counted), can demonstrate

superior customer-service skills, and is familiar with various library shelving systems. Relevant

educational background is an asset.

Key Competencies:

-- Knowledge of library practices, policies and procedures

-- Computer skills: Word processing, Internet usage, computerized filing

-- Effective communication with public and co-workers required

Please apply online at www.yourdistrictlibrary.com. No letters or phone calls please. Only candidates

selected for an interview will be contacted.

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ONLINE JOB APPLICATION FORM

Name: David Klein

Address: 280 Wellington Street

Phone: (555) 738-8876

EXPERIENCE:

Winter 2003-Present:

Shelving Technician, County Library

-- Experienced with all systems related to shelving: Dewey Decimal, shelving by genre, format, etc.

-- Dedicated to ensuring that library patrons find what they need and leave the library happy

Summer 2002, 2003:

Programming Assistant, City Reading Club

-- Responsible for planning and implementing various summer reading programs for children

-- Role included delivering story-times and liaising with parents

Fall 2002-Fall 2003:

Product Demonstrator, In-Store Demonstrations Inc.

-- Highly independent position, responsible for setting up display and giving out in-store samples

-- Made detailed reports of customer reactions and monitored stock levels.

EDUCATION:

2006: McGraw University

Student in joint History/Library Sciences program

Awarded an entrance scholarship

2004: Maple County High School

Honor roll student

Editor of school newspaper.

196. Who would be in charge of the person hired

for this job?

(a) The shelving technician

(b) The customer service representative

(c) The head librarian

(d) The co-op administrator.

197. What is required for this position?

(a) Math skills

(b) Social skills

(c) Computer programming

(d) A library science course

198. How does David's experience with

“Dewey Decimal” relate to the job posting?

(a) It demonstrates his superior customer

service.

(b) It shows his understanding of the Internet.

(c) It demonstrates his ability to hand out in-

store samples.

(d) It proves his familiarity with library shelving

systems.

199. How is David's education an asset to his

application?

(a) It relates to working in a library.

(b) It shows that he is a good reader.

(c) It demonstrates his independence.

(d) It proves his editing skills

200. What did David do in the summer of 2003?

(a) He applied for job position # 1009-36.

(b) He worked at more than one job.

(c) He finished high school.

(d) He took a summer reading program

ANSWER

101. A 102. B 103. A 104. B 105. D 106. B 107. B 108. A 109. B 110. D

111. B 112. C 113. A 114. B 115. D 116. B 117. C 118. B 119. B 120. C

121. D 122. A 123. B 124. C 125. A 126. C 127. B 128. C 129. A 130. B

131. A 132. D 133. B 134. A 135. D 136. C 137. D 138. D 139. C 140. B

141. C 142. A 143. A 144. D 145. C 146. C 147. C 148. A 149. D 150. B

151. A 152. D 153. D 154. B 155. D 156. C 157. D 158. B 159. B 160. C

161. C 162. A 163. C 164. A 165. B 166. D 167. B 168. B 169. C 170. B

171. A 172. C 173. C 174. D 175. B 176. C 177. A 178. B 179. C 180. D

181. A 182. B 183. B 184. C 185. C 186. B 187. A 188. D 189. A 190. D

191. D 192. C 193. C 194. B 195. B 196. C 197. B 198. D 199. A 200. B