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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 18
th

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 15
th
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.
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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.
Credit
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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