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Actual Test 1

LISTENING TEST

In the listening test, you will be asked to demonstrate how well you understand spoken English.

The entire Listening test will last approximately 45 minutes. There are four parts, and directions

are given for each part. You much mark your answers on the separate answer sheet. Do not

write your answers in the test book.

Part 1

Directions: For each question in this part, you will hear four statements about a picture in your

test book. When you hear the statements, you must select the one statement that best describes

what you see in the picture. Then find the number of the question on your answer sheet and

mark your answer. The statement will not be printed in your test book and will be spoken only

one time.

Example

Sample Answer

(A) (B) (C) (D)

Statement (C), theyre looking at the monitor, is the best description of the picture, so you should select answer (C) and mark it on your answer sheet.

Part 2

Directions: You will hear a question or statement and three responses spoken in English. They

will be spoken only one time and will not be printed in your test book. Select the best response

to the question or statement and mark the letter A, B or C on your answer sheet.

Example Statement Answer

(A) (B) (C)

You will hear: What are you doing?

You will also hear: (A) I am doing fine.

(B) I am looking for something.

(C) I cant do it.

The best response to the question What are you doing? is choice (B), I am looking for something, so (B) is the correct answer. You should mark answer (B) on your answer sheet.

11. Mark your answer on your answer sheet.

12. Mark your answer on your answer sheet.

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.. 40. Mark your answer on your answer sheet.

Part 3

Directions: You will hear some conversations between two people. You will be asked to answer

three questions about what the speakers say in each conversation. Select the best response to

each question and mark the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your answer sheet. The conversation

will be spoken only one time and will not be printed in your test book.

41. What will the man do at 2 oclock? (A) Have lunch.

(B) Attend a meeting.

(C) Work on a project.

(D) Meet with the woman.

42. When will the speakers most likely

meet?

(A) At 1 oclock.

(B) At 2 oclock.

(C) At 3 oclock.

(D) At 4 oclock.

43. What does the woman ask the man to

do?

(A) Help her with a project.

(B) Have lunch with her.

(C) Attend a meeting.

(D) Drop by her office.

44. Why is Erick being complimented?

(A) He managed to get a big sale.

(B) He saved money for the company.

(C) He got a perfect score on his test.

(D) He did a good job with his talk.

45. What did the woman like the most?

(A) The length of the speech.

(B) The issue about saving money.

(C) The cost of the product.

(D) The hard work the man has been

doing.

46. What does the man mention about what

the woman likes the most?

(A) He put in a lot of time getting ready for

it.

(B) He is very surprised to hear about it

(C) He will discuss it in detail in his next

talk.

(D) He didnt have enough time to talk

about it.

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Part 4

Directions: You will hear some short talks given by a singer speaker. You will be asked to

answer three questions about what the speakers say in each short talk. Select the best response to

each question and mark the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your answer sheet. The talks will be

spoken only one time and will not be printed in your test book.

71. Where is Mr. Stone now?

(A) On vacation.

(B) At a seminar.

(C) In his office.

(D) In the reception area.

72. When will Tom check his messages?

(A) In the morning.

(B) In the afternoon.

(C) In the evening.

(D) Whenever he can.

73. What should a caller do if the call is

urgent?

(A) Call Sams cellular phone.

(B) Contact the hotel.

(C) Talk to the receptionist.

(D) Leave a message on the answering

machine.

74. Who most likely is giving the talk?

(A) The captain of the ship.

(B) One of the client.

(C) A company employee.

(D) One of the chefs.

75. What is scheduled to happen at 7

oclock? (A) Dinner will be served.

(B) Dancing will begin.

(C) Awards will be given out.

(D) The ship will set sail.

76. What time will they return to the port?

(A) By noon.

(B) By three oclock.

(C) By seven oclock.

(D) By eleven oclock

READING

TEST 01

READING TEST

In the reading test, you will read a variety of texts and answer several different types of reading

comprehension questions. The entire reading test will last 75 minutes. There are three parts, and directions

are given for each part. You are encouraged to answer as many questions as possible within the time

allowed.

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Part 5

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, mark the letter (A), (B), (C) or

(D) on your answer sheet.

101. Lucy, are three-year-old Yorkshire terrier,

------- against 23 other dogs to win the 18th

annual Courtland Dog Show.

(a) formed

(b) repeated

(c) followed

(d) competed

102. A law was ------- passed that gives tax

benefits to landowner who sell their land to the

government.

(a) lately

(b) hardly

(c) recently

(d) repeatedly

103. Foreman, Inc. usually ------- retiring

employees luxury watches as farewell gifts.

(a) gives

(b) give

(c) giving

(d) is giving

104. The ambassador to Vietnam oversaw the

opening ------- at the Music Festival.

(a) studio

(b) effect

(c) ceremony

(d) termination

105. Jan installed security software on her new

computer to ------- it against viruses.

(a) protect

(b) protector

(c) protection

(d) protective

106. Bills for electricity ------- heating should be

paid by the 15th of every month.

(a) so

(b) nor

(c) but

(d) and

107. Every year, the Healthy Heart Research

Committee holds meetings in five different cities

to spread information about the treatment and -

------ of heart disease.

(a) cured

(b) access

(c) prevention

(d) carefulness

108. Customers who spend more than $100 will

earn a 25% discount on ------- next purchase.

(a) they

(b) their

(c) them

(d) those

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Part 6

Directions: Read the texts on the following pages. A word or phrase is Tossing in some of the sentences.

Four answer choices are given below each of these sentences. Select the best answer to complete the text.

Then mark the letter (A), (B), (C) or (D) on your answer sheet. \

Questions 141-143 refer to the following letter.

June 12

Victor Lee

25 East Michigan Avenue

Lansing, Michigan 48912

Dear Mr. Lee,

Thank you for choosing to stay at the Maximus Hotel on your recent trip to Cleveland. Our records

show that you stayed in our Grand Suite________ the dates of May 4 and May 7.

141. (a) in

(b) between

(c) amongst

(d) without

We hope that you enjoyed your stay with us and would appreciate any feedback you could give us on

how you found our ________ and facilities.

142. (a) funds

(b) storage

(c) services

(d) fractions

If you are interested in ________ a survey regarding your stay, please visit

www.maximushotel.com/survey. Thank you for your time.

142. (a) complete

(b) completing

(c) completion

(d) completely

Sincerely,

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June Weaver

Head of Customer Relations

Maximus Hotel, Cleveland

Part 7

Directions: In this part you will read a selection of text, such as magazine and newspaper articles, letters,

and advertisements. Each text is followed by several questions. Select the best answer for each question

and mark the letter (A), (B), (C) or (D) on your answer sheet.

Carree.com Job Profile

Job: Architect (entry level)

Duties associated with this job include: Data compilation, design computation, and elementary

architectural assignments.

Possible duties: Estimate and plan preparation or structure inspection.

Requirements: Bachelors degree in architecture. No professional experience requited.

Base salary range: $50,000 a year.

*Data specific to the New York City area.

153. What is being offered?

(a) A marketing position

(b) A architect position

(c) A graphic design position

(d) A elementary school teaching position

154. According to the information, what is true

about the job?

(a) It requires a masters degree

(b) It pays between $50,000 and $80,000 a year.

(c) It is a high level position within a company.

(d) It does not require professional experience.

Shopping Center Proposal Worries Residents

Residents of the town of Crowley are worried that the shopping center Hertz Corp. has proposal to

build on Burlingham Road will destroy the small town feel of their quite community. More than 20

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residents spoke against the proposal at a town board meeting held on Monday.

I moved here from the city to escape this kind of development, said Tyrone Devlin, who lives near

the proposed construction site. The traffic and crows this shopping center will bring is exactly what

we dont want here.

The shopping center would be more than 600,000 square feet of commercial space, including a movie

theater, department store, family restaurant, and several smaller retail shops.

The town council will vote on the proposal on Monday, March 16 after a thorough environmental

evaluation of the construction site is conducted over the weekend.

155. What is inferred about Crowley?

(a) It is small community.

(b) It is a popular tourist area.

(c) Its new campaign welcomes investors.

(d) It currently has one major shopping mall

156. According to the news article, what will be

included in the shopping center?

(a) A pet store.

(b) A movie theater.

(c) A sports complex.

(d) A roller skating rink.

157. What will happen on Monday, March 16?

(a) A protest will be held.

(b) The city council will vote on a proposal.

(c) An environmental evaluation will be conducted.

(d) The city council will tour the construction site.

Study International Business in Beijing with the Excel Business Institute.

Program Description.

The Excel Business Institute is an accredited international business school affiliated with Chicagos Milford

University. The international business program in Beijing is hosted by Zheng Luo University located in the

heart of the bustling eastern capital. The year-round study abroad program focuses on three areas: Chinese

language and culture, Chinese business and economics, and Chinese business law. Student instruction will

be supplemented with business related field trips and guest lectures by CEOs of major Chinese

corporations. At the programs completion, internship opportunities in China will be offered to students

who have successfully completed the coursework.

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Course credit is available through Milford University.

Tuition

$11,000 (price excludes housing)

Living Arrangements.

Once enrolled, student will be given a choice of three housing arrangements: independent living, home-stay,

or dormitory.

Application Requirement.

All applicants must be majoring in business, economics, or a related field. Applicants must submit two

letters of reference, a transcript, an application form, and a recent of health.

160. Where does the program take place?

(a) In Taipei

(b) In Beijing

(c) In Shanghai

(d) In Hong Kong

161. What is NOT a focus of the programs?

(a) Politics

(b) Business law

(c) Language and culture

(d) Business and economics

162. According to the information, what is

available once the program is completed?

(a) A degree

(b) A certificate

(c) A letter of reference

(d) An internship opportunity.

163. What document does the application

require?

(a) A resume

(b) An essay

(c) A degree

(d) A transcript

Paradise Cineplex

70 Red Road

Miami, Florida 33126

305-463-2226

The museum

Three middle school students left behind on a class trip spend the night in a history museum and uncover the

secrets to an ancient mystery.

Running time: 2 hours, 15 minutes

Genre: Mystery, Family

Starring: Jessie-Grace Turner, Clint Sandoval, Danika Brooke-Pierce, Vivienne Aldrich, and Phillip Banks

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Director(s): Harvey Fedderman

Producer(s): Louisa Marquez, Daniel Leviston

Writer(s): April Pascucci

Studio: Cinereve

Show times: Beginning August 12

10:00 A.M, 11:30, 1:00 P.M, 2:30, 4:00, 5:30, 7:00, 8:30, 10:00, 11:30

Paradise Cineplex

*Please print the following ticket information. You may need to present it before gaining admittance to the

theater.

Online Ticket

Ticket issue number: 002948275H

Movie: The Museum

Date: August 14

Time: 4:00 P.M

Credit Card Information

Name: Sarah Adesida

Address: 3027 West Flagler Street

Miami, Florida 33126

Phone number: 305-463-9738

Account number: XXXX XXXX XXXX 2230

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191. What is true about the movie?

(a) It is two hours long

(b) It debuted on August 1.

(c) It takes place in a museum.

(d) It was written by Daniel Leviston.

192. Who is Phillip Banks?

(a) An actor

(b) A writer

(c) A director

(d) A producer

193. What is the genre of the movie?

(a) Drama

(b) Comedy

(c) Action

(d) Mystery

194. According to the ticket, what should customers do?

(a) Print a copy of the ticket

(b) Reserve seals at the ticket booth

(c) Arrive ten minutes before the movie begins

(d) Present their credit card at the ticket booth

195. When does Ms. Adesida plan to see the movie?

(a) At 1 P.M

(b) At 4 P.M

(c) At 7 P.M

(d) At 10 P.M