WorksheetsToiec reading test 20%
Total questions: 101
Worksheet time: 2hrs 41mins
I _______ go to the post office this morning
ought
have
must
used to
I don't think it will rain. However, if it ________, turn off the machine
do rain
do rains
does rain
does rains
ken should have studied harder;
he _________ test again
suceeded in
passed
rejected
failed
the black leather jacket ____ be harley's
not
can't
not must
not can
I __________ like to see his daughter right now
will
shall
would
could
I'd rather ___________shopping tommorow
go
went
gone
going
Losing interest in her business, kimberly has recently ______
retired
be retired
to be retired
been retired
here's the application form you ________ fill out
will
should
can
shall
you _____ tell a lie
had not better
had better not to
had better not
not had better
when he was _______ ; he would sit under this tree
young
youth
childhood
child
my sister hopes that you will _______ accept her invitation
accept
accepts
accepted
accepting
what did he _____ her to do this morning
say
tell
speak
question
what is the name of the restaurant?
the management
the happy sandwich
the winter season
the strict rules
which season is approaching
spring
fall
winter
summer
what is the restaurant's main priority?
serving delicious food
having the lowest price in town
having the most polite staff
hygiene and cleanliness
The banquet room could (a) up to 750 for dinner.
An important factor in selecting the site was its (a) to a parking garage
My office is (a) the receptionist area on the third floor
We always reply (a) to our customers' letters
After we have ______ all of necessary documents, we will begin our analysis of the date.
compiled
deducted
funded
accommodated
The store closes one day a year so that the staff can take (a) of the stock room.
Police have stressed that this is the most _______ description of the killer
accurate
quite
collective
supplementary
Up to 5% of marks in the exams will be ______ for spelling mistakes
deducted
funded
implemented
compiled
What is the main purpose of this memo?
To inform all employees of a new expiration date.
To put staff members on probation.
To introduce the HR department.
To inform supervisors of a change in policy.
When does the change come into effect?
Today.
In 2 days.
On January 1st.
In 3 months.
What is this advertisement for?
A summer trip.
A special deal.
A free magazine.
A travel company.
How much do the sunglasses cost?
They are free with a subscription.
They cost $1.
They cost $3 Canadian.
They cost $21. 95 US.
Who cannot benefit from this special deal?
Canadians.
UK residents.
US residents.
North Americans.
What job is the vacancy closest to in terms of the duties involved?
An international lawyer
A customer service manager
an administrative assistant
a legal associate
What qualification is NOT mentioned as a requirement for the job?
An university degree
Skill in handling electronic documents
An ability to deal with customers
Written communication skills
What have the assembly-line workers agreed to do?
Go on strike
Support the technicians' demands
Accept a pay Increase
Move to another plant
What has been the result of the technicians' strike?
Assembly line workers have been laid off.
8,000 technicians have bean fired.
Van models have been redesigned.
Their salaries have increased.
What should clients do to invest by electronic transfer?
Mail a written request
Telephone for information
Send in another form
Terminate their exchange privilege
What can the Fund change at any time?
The investment guidelines
The account registraton number
The minimum investment
The exchange privilege
What is indicated about advertising space on the Mooringtown Library notice board?
It is available at no charge.
It can be used for any length of time.
It is open to all area businesses.
It is intended mainly for sporting events.
What is NOT a stated requirement for a notice to be placed on the board?
It must meet certain size requirements.
It must be signed by a librarian.
It must be reviewed beforehand.
It must be marked with posting dates.
In which of the positions marked [1], [2], [3], and [4] does the following sentence best belong?
“The name and telephone number of the person posting the notice must be clearly marked on the back.”
1
2
3
4
What should an advertiser bring to the library when making a submission?
An outline of proposed content
A final version of the notice
A completed submission form
A letter from an organization
According to the advertisement, why should customers visit the Business Audio Pro Web site?
To hear voice samples
To add a new phone number
To submit a credit card payment
To request recording equipment
What is suggested about Business Audio Pro?
It fills orders once a week.
It advertises in the newspaper.
It specializes in data-processing services.
It has recently expanded its business.
Who most likely is Ms. Annesly?
An actor
A script writer
A sales associate
A business owner
What service does Ms. Annesly NOT request from Business Audio Pro?
Professional voice talent
On-hold messages
Customized script writing
Multilingual voice production
What will Ms. Annesly most likely do within 24 hours?
Meet with an actor (B) Visit a recording studio (C) Write a script (D) Speak with a representative
Visit a recording studio
Write a script
Speak with a representative
Which company was unsatisfied?
Stan Mason's company.
The Shoe People.
JT Construction
The sole company.
How many people are on John Trimbald's crew?
Four.
Five.
Six.
Twelve.
What is the spray used for?
To protect the boots from water.
To protect the soles from heat.
To protect the floors from soles.
To protect the boots from rubber.
What should John Trimbald do if he remains unsatisfied?
Return just the spray.
Call the President.
Mail another letter.
Request a refund.
Mr. Sokolov ... a positive review of his stay at the Olana Hotel
Write
wrote
writing
was written
The manager often leads new employees through the safety procedures ...
her
herself
hers
she
The corporate fitness center is equipped ... fourteen stationary bicycles
at
on
with
about
Professor Thuy Anh will go over the use of the laboratory ... with the interns next week
instruments
instrumental
instrumentally
instrumented
Arnby Cable ... 25$ to all internet subscribers after the weeklong service interruption
refunded
accepted
divided
deposited
The board of directors will meet next Monday to examine the current hiring ...
purpose
intent
assembly
policy
Passengers should not leave their seats ... a flight attendant gives them permission to do so.
unless
rather
instead
otherwise
The goal of the committee was to evaluate the company's bylaws and offer ... for improvement.
renewals
registrations
recommendations
reimbursements
Glowood Appliances promises customers their money back ... they are not satisfied with their purchase
while
and
if
then
The theater doors will close and the show will start at precisely 8:00 pm, so guests are reminded to be ...
rapid
sudden
punctual
instant
Kohmek is seeking a suitable site ... the construction of its electronics factory
for
so
to
more
Studies show that the average audience forms its .... of the speaker within the first few seconds of the presentation
impress
impressive
impressively
impression
Cranford Culinary Academy offers 35 different classes for ... chefs
aspires
aspirations
aspiring
to aspire
Mamton Home Furnishings .... customized furniture in Pennsylvania for more than a century.
manufactures
is manufacturing
has manufactured
manufacture
Please hold any phone calls for Ms. Tanaka ... she will be in meetings all day
as
but
despite
similarly
Dolores Gutierrez excels as an estate-planning attorney who helps clients manage their assets ...
effect
effectively
effects
effective
Because the equipment is very delicate, it must be handled with -------.
caring
careful
care
carefully
Mr. Yang’s trip will ------- him away from the office for ten days.
withdraw
continue
retain
keep
The company that Marie DuBois started now sells ------- products throughout the world.
its
it
theirs
them
If your shipment is not delivered ------- Tuesday, you can request a full refund for the merchandise.
at
by
within
while
We regret to announce the ------- of the training session scheduled for April 21.
denial
incapability
postponement
dismissal
The hotel breakfast ------- fresh fruit juice and a choice of pastries.
includes
to include
including
was included
Register early if you would like to attend next Tuesday’s ------- on project management.
seminar
reason
policy
scene
Paul Brown resigned last Monday from his position as ------- executive of the company.
fine
chief
front
large
The financial audit of Soft Peach Software ------- completed on Wednesday by a certified accounting firm.
to be
having been
was
were
The organizers of the trip reminded participants to ------- at the steps of the city hall at 2:00 P.M.
see
meet
combine
go
------- is no better season than winter to begin training at Silver’s Fitness Center.
When
It
There
As it
The recent worldwide increase in oil prices has led to a ------- demand for electric vehicles.
greater
greatest
greatly
greatness
Maria Vásquez has a wide range of experience, ------- worked in technical, production, and marketing positions.
having
has
having had
had
Tickets will not be redeemable for cash or credit at any time, ------- will they be replaced if lost or stolen.
but
though
only
nor
A late fee will be applied to your account _______ payment is not received by March 31.
and
whether
but
if
i have lost my pen____I borrow yours?
Can
have
has
had
As soon as I___more information, I will Call you.
will have
am having
have
had
did you __she was pregnant?
know
knew
knowing
to know
we ___this car last summer.
have had
had
have
are having
when i lived in Argentina, I ___to take a bus to go to work.
had
can
must not
might
___ you like some more tea?
Do
Does
Did
Will
He ___ to the gym every day before work.
goes
went
going
gone
Have you ___ the new movie yet?
seen
see
saw
seeing
___ you like to go for a walk in the park?
Would
Will
Do
Did
She ___ her keys in the car yesterday.
left
leave
leaves
leaving
A(n)_______makes sure everything is done correctly and safely in the workplace.
supervisormakes
director
engineer
discuss
A(n) (a) is one of the managers who run a company
A(n) _______makes things like roads and bridges.
director
supervisor
engineer
expand
We set up a (a) to find out how customers were using the website.
The company will ________and open a new factory next year.
project
engineer
expand
supervisor
What is this article mostly about?
Financing new businesses.
How to price products.
The need for research.
The best marketing strategies.
What does the author say about risk?
We should try to reduce it.
We must avoid it.
We can eliminate it with careful planning.
It is the key to success.
According to the article, what can lead to the failure of a new business?
Offering a cheaper product.
Selling the exact same product as the competitors sell.
Selling only to a niche in the market.
Offering only services and not products.
The word addressing in line 15 is closest in meaning to
focusing on
calling on
giving up
staying away from
The word demonstrate in line 7 is closest in meaning to
felt
created
removed
shown
What is a common mistake entrepreneurs make when starting a business?
Ignoring customer feedback.
Focusing too much on marketing.
Overpricing their products.
Underestimating the competition.
How does the author suggest businesses can improve their chances of success?
By investing heavily in advertising.
By conducting thorough market research.
By hiring experienced staff.
By diversifying their product range.
What does the article imply about the importance of a business plan?
It can be created after the business starts.
It helps in securing funding.
It is optional for small businesses.
It is only necessary for large corporations.
