Full Test No. 06

PART 1 – PICTURE DESCRIPTION

QUESTIONS 1 – 10

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PART 2 – QUESTIONS & RESPONSES

QUESTIONS 11 – 25

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QUESTION 26-40

(File audio sau dùng cho các câu 26-40)

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PART 3 – SHORT CONVERSATIONS

QUESTIONS 41 – 55

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41. What are they discussing?

42. How many days did the woman spend in Nice?

43. How did the woman spend most of her time in Nice?

QUESTIONS 44 – 46

44. What is the woman doing?

45. Where most likely is this conversation taking place?

46. What does the woman request the man to do?

QUESTIONS 47 – 49

47. Where did the speakers last see each other?

48. What can be known about the speakers?

49. What most likely is the man’s occupation?

QUESTIONS 50 – 52

50. Who most likely is the man?

51.  When will the woman come back to see the man?

52. What will the woman do next?

QUESTIONS 53 – 55

53.  In which department will the woman most likely work?

54. What does the woman say she is impressed with?

55. Who will the woman meet tomorrow?

QUESTIONS 56 – 70

(Audio sau dùng cho câu 56-70)

56. When will the woman leave for her trip?

57. Who will most likely make the presentation?

58. What will the woman do next?

QUESTIONS 59 – 61

59. Why is the speech being delayed?

60. When was the opening speech supposed to be given?

61. What does the woman ask the man to do?

QUESTIONS 62 – 64

62. What did the woman do this morning?

63. What problem is being addressed by the man?

64. What does the man ask the woman to do?

QUESTIONS 65 – 67

65. Who most likely is the woman?

66.  When was the man’s original appointment?

67. Why can’t the man come back tomorrow?

QUESTIONS 68 – 70

68. Who is the woman?

69. What does the woman request?

70. When will the man call the woman back?

PART 4 – SHORT TALKS

QUESTIONS 71 – 85

(File Audio sau dùng cho câu 71-85)

71. Where does Pauline work?

72. Why is the caller leaving the message?

73. What was the original order of passion fruit cheesecake?

QUESTIONS 74 – 76

74. What does the speaker mention about the starting part of their trip?

75. What will the listeners do once they reach the. Mt. Bogong picnic area?

QUESTIONS 77 – 79

77. According to Ms. Darby, what is one of the responsibilities she enjoys?

78. Who is Ms. Darby?

79. What will the listeners do next?

QUESTIONS 80 – 82

80. What is the purpose of the message?

82. What does the speaker say she could do if her request cannot be met?

QUESTIONS 83 – 85

83. What is the weather forecast for the day?

84. What is the current temperature outside?

85. According to the forecast, what is going to
happen on Wednesday?

QUESTIONS 86 – 100

(File audio sau dùng cho câu 86-100)

86. Who is Mr. Robert Jackson?

87. When did the project begin?

88. What is mentioned about the new center?

QUESTIONS 89 – 91

89. When did the decision to make the upgrade take place?

90. What will happen during the project?

91. How long is the project expected to take?

QUESTIONS 92 – 94

92.  For whom is the announcement intended?

93. How can one be reimbursed for local travel expenses?

94.  In which of the situations can an employee use a company corporate card?

QUESTIONS 95 – 97:

95. Why is the schedule being changed?

96.  How long will the planes be delayed?

97. What is being offered to the passengers?

QUESTIONS 98 – 100:

98.  Which of the following products does the company most likely make?

99. To  what  does  the  speaker  credit  the company’s success?

100. Who is listening to the talk?

PART 5 – INCOMPLETE SENTENCES

QUESTIONS 101 – 140:

101. The Internet service company asked some members of  the public to answer a survey about how often they use ——- computers each week.

102. You can purchase ticket for the outdoor concert either online ————– by phone.

103. Catriona Matthew ———— many business strategies for a number of newspapers and magazines until her retirement in 2006.

104. It is important for all members of the project team to —————– tomorrow’s meeting.

105. During his business trip next week, James will be ————- checking his e-mail from the hotel.

106. Many applicants strongly responded to the announcement of some career ———- in the Marketing Department.

107. Dr. Hopkins will be  —-  some research on nutritional supplements and general health in the elderly.

108. Arranging for AV equipment in all conference rooms is the    ——   of the event organizers .

109. ———  searching for an outside course to take to learn the new software , the director decided to train everyone himself .

110. The service improvement campaign at KE, Inc. held during the past year was —– because of comments made by investors and customers.

111. One of the important requirements for the position of research manager is ———— laboratory experience.

112. The position of sales director is open only to —- who have worked for the company for three or more years .

113. _____ did the monitors arrive three days late, but they were also badly damaged.

114. When making a decision about ——— a company, job seekers should try to find out about the organization’s long-term growth prospects.

115. The North African Business Association hopes to have its new website ____ by the end of next week.

116. ____ yellow sand season is coming, it is important to remember to keep doors and windows shut.

117. Eric Hogge’s ———  in both marketing and sales make him the perfect candidate to lead the new project.

118. When the quarterly report is ———– , the director will make a presentation for the board of directors.

119. ——- the final sales figures have not yet been confirmed , there are indications that the new product line of soaps is successful.

120. The new plant which was built in Nagoya last month uses the —– technology and environmehtatly friendly materials.

121. The construction industry in the city of Edmonton is experiencing a tremendous boom ——– the arrival of a large number of new residents .

122. Employees and their families are invited to —— the annual company outing this Friday.

123. Now that loan interest rates have dropped, the prices of houses have once again become —— for most people.

124. Users’ responses to the updated software program have been ——- positive.

125. In their advertisements, most companies emphasize the strength and ____ of their products.

126. ____ employee interested in participating in the workshop should contact Nick Watney in the Human Resources Department.

127. All super intendents are required to ____ to the safety regulations stated in the manual when working in the factory.

128. You will receive a final invoice showing the total cost of your holiday ____ ten weeks before your departure.

129. Sales of Nurian monitors decreased —— after the manufacturer raised the price by 15 percent.

130. The social housing authority has finally decided to offer first-time home buyers limited financial ___ from next year.

131. Before ——- a new marketing campaign, the marketing director thoroughly questions staff members about potential problems.

132. Nowadays, most companies ——- staff members from using the Internet for personal business during working hours.

133. The Compton Company is expecting an overall decline in tourism this year ——— plans to host an international soccer tournament, which will attract thousands.

134. The staff members who have their security pass cards are —— to use all of the facilities in this room.

135. The New Frontier Group Limited is involved in the manufacture, sale, and ____ of its own electronic products.

136. The figures in the annual financial report have ——- the investors disappointed because they have decreased for three consecutive years.

137. The opening performance of the Royal Theater ‘s play was received ____ by critics than the producers had originally anticipated.

138. The marketing team had to delay the marketing project after the initial plan was ——— by the director.

139. After Ted Bishop  ——- the skills for his job, his supervisor asked him to help organize next year’s convention plan.

140. Many pharmaceutical companies think that the search for a new vaccine takes ——– over all other medical research.

PART 6 – INCOMPLETE TEXTS

Questions 141-143 refer to the following letter.

From: [email protected]

To: [email protected]

Date: Aug 24

Subject: Out of Stock

Concerning your order made August 23, I am sorry to inform you that the mouse you are interested in purchasing is currently out of stock. However, we will be able to order the mouse for you from the manufacturer ————— the next week.

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If you are interested in this ————-, please reply to this email and provide your telephone

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number. We will ————- you when the item becomes available for delivery.

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I look forward to your response.

Regards,

Mary Allen

Customer Service

Gl Shopping Mall

Questions 144-146 refer to the following email.

To: Dr. Javier Macalabe [email protected]

From: Dr. Jean Firma [email protected]

Subject:  Last Night’s Seminar

Last night, some of our doctors attended the seminar —— at the Regal Resort and organized

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by the Health Services Group. As you requested, I am sending you a few lines reporting on the event.

Most of the doctors from this center who attended the event enjoyed the speakers and were satisfied with the fact that ————-  they learned will help them to provide our patients with better

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service. However, we must say that the representatives from the medical insurance company were a bit disappointing as they were unable to answer some important questions we asked.

Next month’s seminar will be held at the Diamond Hotel, and the Health Services Group is expecting over 300 participants. Two of the largest pharmaceutical companies in the country will talk about their research on new drugs.

The Health Services Group has held these types of seminars as well as training courses for 20 years and has a good reputation among the professionals in the field. However, for future seminars, we should look more ____ at the seminar topics and the presenters.

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Questions 147-149 refer to the following article.

Yesterday at its annual shareholders’ meeting, ABA Shipping said that it would centralize its freight control operations near its headquarters in Hong Kong. ____, it operated several

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localized freight control centers.

However, improvements in communications technology and increasingly competitive marketplaces have ——- the company to centralize its operations.

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The headquarters will utilize state-of-the-art technology to ——— the locations of shipments

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and to manage the company’s numerous shipping schedules. The operations staff will be able to check on weather conditions and alternate shipping routes using this new technology.

An ABA Shipping spokesperson said that, with this strategy, the company will not only increase its market share but will also improve customer satisfaction. ABA Shipping anticipates that its earnings will increase 10% this year.

Questions 150-152 refer to the following letter

August 12

Mr. Roger Chang

Senior Buyer

T-Office Furnishings, Inc.

4830  Kimbark Ave

Chicago, IL 60635

Dear Mr.Chang:

The purpose of this letter is to briefly introduce myself as Dynamic’s new sales representative for business accounts. I very recently joined the company and am——- your account from

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Ami Noguchi, who has moved on to other challenges in this industry.

I have just completed Dynamic’s management orientation program and am now keen to meet face-to-face with all of my key customers. Accordingly, as the first step in my customer familiarization process, I would like to meet with you personally, for about an hour or so, to discuss T-Office’s needs and concerns. At the same time, I would also like to take that opportunity to briefly review Dynamic’s latest offering of products and services.

____ up a meeting at your convenience, I propose to call your office by the end of this week.

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It is my hope that we will be able to arrange to meet at your office before the end of the month. As your new business account representative, I believe that my paramount concern is ———–

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both Dynamic, Inc. and I can better serve T-Office Furnishings, Inc.

I look forward to meeting you and learning more about your company in the near future.

Sincerely,

Susan Henderson

Senior Sales Representative

PART 7:

Questions 153-154 refer to the following information.

153.  When does dinner start on Tuesdays?

154. What is mentioned about Thursdays?

Questions 155-156 refer to the following notice.

155.  What is the purpose of the event?

156. According to the passage, what will happen on May 9?

Questions 157-158 refer to the following job advertisement.

Job Opening

The Newville Weekly, the community newspaper, has a need for a full-time manager in the Advertising D partment. A successful candidate will be outgoing and organized as well as familiar with the Newville area. A minimum of five years of experience in selling advertisements is preferred. We are offering a highly competitive salary and benefits package,. Inicrested candidates should send their resume along with a cover letter and a list of three references to Tricia Mead, Managing Editor at The Newville Weekly, at triciamead®ne\vvilletimes.org.

157.  What position is being advertised?

158. Which of the following is mentioned as a requirement for the job?

Questions 159-161 refer to the following press release.

Montgomery City Public Pools to Reopen in June

May 15 – The Montgomery City Department of Health is pleased to announce that the renovations on two of the city’s public swimming pools are now completed. Both pools are scheduled to reopen in June.

After failing its quarterly water inspection last year, the pool at Phillips Center was shut down by city employees. During the course of its renovations, the pool’s water filtering system was entirely replaced, so it is no longer considered a hazard to the public. The pool will be available for use by the public on June 15. Additionally. the expansion of the pool facilities at Freemont Center is now complete. The expansion was made possible when th city purchased an abandoned lot adjacent to the center. It is now the borne of a 50-meter outdoor swimming pool. Meanwhile, the indoor pool had all of its tiles replaced while both a cafeteria and fitness center were constructed in the center. Patrons will be able to use the facilities starting June 20.

The city’s three other recreation centers – Fountain, Thomas, an Highlan View ar du t underg renovation nex year.

159.  What is the main topic of the press release?

160. Which of the following is NOT new at Freemont Center?

161. What was the problem at Phillips Center?

Questions 162-164 refer to the following article.

New Restaurant to Open

ByDavidLewis-CentervilleRegionalTimesStaffWriter

CENTERVILLE – Giovanni’s Bistro will  open its doors on Friday, 23 April. Giovanni’s is a welcome addition to the many fine dining establishments in Centerville’s riverfront district. Head chef and owner  Umberto  Giovanni  said, “Giovanni’s specializes  in  the cuisine  typical  of the region around Venice in northeast Italy. This delicious yet  fairly unfamiliar  cuisine is what sets us apart from neighboring restaurants. Customers can expect to enjoy  the  highest  quality meats, fish, and seasonal vegetables. Our  goal  is  to  make  our  customers  happy  and  to  keep them  coming back  on a regular basis”

Giovanni, formerly the head chef at Lago’s, began making a plan to open his own restaurant in Centerville three years ago. He looked at several properties around the area but was set on a riverfront location. He purchased a former textile warehouse building and had it repaired. Giovanni said, “I worked with designers and restoration experts to make sure that many of the original construction elements were preserved in order to pay homage to the great history of this area.”

Giovanni’s is beautiful inside and out. It remains to be seen whether the food will resonate with Centerville’s residents though. Giovanni’s Bistro will be open for lunch and dinner every week from Tuesday to Sunday. The menu will offer customers good value: The average price of a dinner is below that of meals at comparable restaurants in the district.

162.  What is the purpose of the article?

163. What is NOT mentioned about Giovanni’s Bistro?

164. What is suggested about Mr. Lewis?

Questions 165-167 refer to the following email.

From: Melanie Davis

Sent: Monday, Otober 9, 12:48 PM

To: Steven Alvarez

Steven,

I know that we have a meeting scheduled for Tuesday where we’re planning to discuss the company’s recent sales numbers, but I’m afraid I’m going to have to cancel on you. Something else has come up. You remember Leslie Prescott from the Detroit office, don’t you? She just informed us that she’s visting tomorrow to talk about next year advertising campaign. It’s an all-day affair, so there’s simply no way we can meet. In addition, I’ve got a marketing conference to attend in New York on Wednesday and a buget meeting in Philadelphia on Thursday. So, how does Friday look for you? I’ll be back from Chicago by then. If you’re not available on that day, then let me know about your availabitity for the following week, and I’ll se if we can find the soonest mutually acceptable time for us to meet. I’m terribly sorry about notifying you at the last moment, but i just found out about tomorrow’s visit a short time ago.

Melanie

165.  What’s the purpose of the email?

166. When will Melanie Davis meet with Leslie Prescott?

167. Where does Steven Alvarez most likely work?

Questions 168-171 refer to the following letter.

The Sunshine Hotel

7765 Powderhouse Road

Houston, TX 77654

January 15

Eduardo Martinez

7789 Lakeview Point

Houston, TX 77654

Dear Mr. Martinez
The purpose of this letter is to confirm your reservation of the Regency Ballroom at the Sunshine Hotel. The room is booked for you on Wednesday, April 14, from 6 P.M. to 9 P.M. When you made the reservation, you indicated that approximately 125 people would be in attendance at the retirement banquet you are holding. I have made a note of this in our records. However, I request that you provide me with a definite number of attendees no later than April 7.

In order to secure your reservation, we require that you submit a $500 deposit by February 1. We accept cash, checks, and credit cards. Should you pay the deposit by check, we ask that you make it payable to the Sunshine Hotel. If your preference is to use a credit card, call me anytime during regular office hours, and Ican process your payment over the telephone.

Our head chef is in the process of creating a new menu for special events. I will send it to you upon its completion in a couple of weeks. Once you receive the menu, all you have to do is select the meals you want served at the banquet, note how many of each you will need, and then return the menu to me.

We look forward to having you and your party as our special guests in April. If there is anything I can do to make sure that your event goes as smoothly as possible, do not hesitate to call me at 1-888-7659-0998, extension 5455.

Sincerely,

Mai Chung

Banquet Service Manager

The Sunshine Hotel

168.  What is the purpose of this letter?

169. By which date does Ms. Chung need to know the number of guests who will attend the event?

170. What does Ms. Chung promise to send to Mr. Martinez?

171. What is NOT included in the letter?

Questions 172-176 refer to the following article.

It was a mere one month ago that Witold Taszeki was, to the surprise of virtually everyone, selected as the recipient of the Fenway Prize. He was awarded his prize last night. During his acceptance speech, the Polish writer, who had previously been little­-known outside of his homeland,  claimed  to  have  been  as  shocked  as  everyone  else when he was announed as the winner. “I will probably remain in shock for the rest of my  life” he joked  to the 800 members  of the  audience. Yet, he  swiftly added, “This is an honor I will always cherish.”

Despite  having authored  more than  thirty  novels, the  sixty-five-year-old  writer  has not  enjoyed  fame for the  majority  of  his  life. When  he wrote  his first book  at the age of 25, he claimed, “I would  have been  pleased  even if it had  only sold a single book.” During the first 25 years of his career as an author, he worked at night while supporting his family as a legal clerk during the day. It was his time at this job that prompted  him to explore the dual themes of social justice and compassion. These two elements dominate much of his work. “Because my works tend to be philosophical  in nature and lack action scenes, the market for them is fairly small,” he noted. Yet this is going to change soon. Ever since he was announced as the winner of the Fenway Prize, he has received  numerous offers to translate his works  into English and other languages. He has already signed a contract to translate his latest work, The Trials of Alexander, into four languages.

The Fenway Prize is an annual award given to authors who have created works of artistic achievement which are concerned with social issues. The prize is named for Arthur Fenway, a federal judge from Boston who established the International Justice Foundation in 1952 to address various issues of global inequality.

172.  Which of the following is correct about Witold Taszeki?

173. The word “enjoyed” in paragraph 2, line 2 is closest in meaning to

174. How old was Mr. Taszeki when he published his first book?

175. Which of the following is a requirement for the Fenway Prize?

176.  What is suggested about the books Mr. Taszek i has written?

Questions 177-180 refer to the following email.

From: Marcus Tan <mtan_singapore .com>

To: Worldwide Office Solutions Singapore Team <mtan_singapore.com>

Subject:

Date: August 12, 08:35:43

My name is Marcus Tan, and I am the Senior Project Manager in the Research and Development Department. Currently, one of my teams is in the process of developing ergonomic office supplies for left-handers. As you are no doubt aware, the large majority of office supplies on the market have been designed with right-handed individuals in mind. Unfortunately, this makes it difficult for the approximately 5% of the population who are left-handed to both write and carry out certain tasks, even simple ones like using scissors.While there are some left-handed products available, there is most certainly a lack of them, and there is definitely a market for more creative and high­ quality  products.

At present, we have three prototypes which have reached the testing phase: a pair of scissors, a notebook, and a computer mouse. Prior to having these products undergo formal testing, we would prefer to conduct an internal pretest right here at the company. We would appreciate it if any employees – particularly our left-handed ones – volunteered to participate in a one-hour testing session to be held during the week beginning on August 23. The testing sessions will take place in the Product Research Department,which is located on the third floor. We hope that our volunteers will be able to provide input as to the comfort and ease of use of each item. We are also curious as to whether or not our products provide an advantage over those which are already on the market.

Employees willing to volunteer should call Joyce Lau, Product Research Coordinator, at extension 203 to schedule a testing session.

Thank you,

Marcus Tan

Research and Development Department

177.  What is the main purpose of the email?

178. According to the email, what does the market need?

179. What does Marcus Tan wish to receive information about?

180. What are interested people asked to do?

Questions 181-185 refer to the following letter and email.

Frances Batnag

Arco Music Magazine

Calmaro Avenue 1603

Philippines

April12

Dear Ms. Batnag,