READING

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.

You must mark your answers on the separate answer sheet. Do not write your answers in
your test book.

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. With the help of on of the IT 104. The free clinic was founded by a
technicians, the missing accounting files group of doctors to give._____ for various
have been _____ medical conditions.
(A) treatment
(A) recover (B) treat
(B) recovers (C) treated
(C) recovering (D) treating
(D) recovered
102. A private reception for gallery donors 105. Participants in the walking tour should
will be ______ on March 5, prior to the gather ______ 533 Bates Road on
grand opening of the exhibit. Saturday morning.
(A) with
(A) held (B) at
(B) faced (C) like
(C) claimed (D) among
(D) made
103. Aurora Furnishings is finding it 106. The artist sent ____ best pieces to
difficult to make a profit in its _____ the gallery to be reviewed by the owner.
competitive market. (A) him
(A) increases (B) himself
(B) increased (C) his
(C) increasingly (D) he
(D) increase

107. The figures that accompany the 112. _____that the insulation has been
financial statement should be ____ to the replaced, the building is much more
spending category. energy-efficient.
(A) relevance (A) Now
(B) relevantly (B) For
(C) more relevantly (C) As
(D) relevant (D) Though

108. The building owner purchased the 113. Mr. Sims needs a more _______
property _____ three months ago, but she vehicle for already spent a great deal of
has commuting from his suburban home to money on office downtown.
his renovations. (A) expressive
(A) yet (B) reliable
(B) just (C) partial
(C) few (D) extreme
(D) still
109. We would like to discuss this problem 114.Mr. Albrecht's ____ in replying to
honestly and _____ at the next staff the HR director's e-mail demonstrated that
meeting. he was highly interested in the position.
(A) rarely (A) promptness
(B) tiredly (B) prompted
(C) openly (C) prompt
(D) highly (D) promptly
110. The store's manager plans to put the 115. The soccer players usually practice on
new merchandise on display ______ to the main field at Waterbury Park, but they
promote the line of fall fashions. sometimes practice ___
(A) soon (A) everybody
(B) very (B) twice
(C) that (C) yet
(D) still (D) elsewhere
116. The accountants were unable to
111. During the peak season, it is ______to produce a full report by the deadline but
hire additional workers for the promised that ______ would give a
weekend shifts. summary of the important points.
(A) their
(A) necessitate (B) themselves
(B) necessarily (C) they
(C) necessary (D) theirs
(D) necessity

117. Having proper ventilation throughout 122. The restaurant has a _____decorated
the building is _______ for protecting the room that is perfect for hosting children's
health and well-being of the workers. parties.
(A) cheerful
(A) cooperative (B) cheerfully
(B) visible (C) cheerfulness
(C) essential (D) cheer
(D) alternative
118. ___ sales of junk food have been 123. A wildlife expert is scheduled to give
steadily declining indicates that consumers a talk on the _____ that the factory has had
are becoming more health-conscious. on the surrounding forest.
(A) In addition to (A) components
(B) The fact that (B) degree
(C) As long as (C) requirements
(D) In keeping with (D) impact

119. The sprinklers for the lawn's irrigation 124. The landlord raised the monthly rent
system are ____ controlled. for the first time in several years, and
____so.
(A) mechanically
(B) mechanic (A) reasonable
(C) mechanism (B) reasonably
(D) mechanical (C) reason
(D) reasons

120. The library staff posted signs to 125. At the guest's _______ an extra set of
patrons of the upcoming closure for towels and complimentary soaps were
renovations. brought to the room.
(A) quote
(A) notify (B) graduation
(B) agree (C) request
(C) generate (D) dispute
(D) perform
121. Mr. Ross, _____is repainting the 126. The upscale boutique Jane's Closet is
interior of the lobby, was recommended by known for selling the most stylish ______
a friend of the building manager. for young professionals.
(A) accessorized
(A) himself (B) accessorize
(B) he (C) accessorizes
(C) who (D) accessories
(D) which

127.Because of____ fuel costs, some

people are chosing to stay home for the
summer vacation rather than drive to tourist
sites.

(A) rising
(B) above
(C) dependable
(D) lengthy
128. The green light on the side of the
water purifier lights up ____ the filter
needs to be replaced.

(A) likewise
(B) whenever
(C) therefore
(D) whereas
129. The riskiest ______ of the
development of new medications are the
trials with human subjects.
(A) proceeds
(B) perspectives
(C) installments
(D) stages
130. ______ seeking a position at Tulare
Designs must submit a portfolio of
previous work.

(A) Anyone
(B) Whenever
(C) Other
(D) Fewer

PART 6

Directions: Read the texts that follow. A word, phrase, or sentence is missing in parts
of each text. Four answer choices for each question are given below the text. Select the
best answer to complete the text. Then mark the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your
answer sheet.
131. (A) seek 133.
(B) to seek (A) I would really appreciate the
(C) seeking opportunity to work with you.
(D) are seeking (B) I heard that DigitalIT is a great
company.
(C) In fact, our designs are often copied by
other companies
(D) I have attached a number of our past
designs to illustrate what we specialize in.

132. (A) extensive 134. (A) at

(B) restricted
(C) generous (B) to
(D) limitless
(C) with

(D) from
135. (A) durable 137.
(B) durability (A) result in
(C) durableness (B) occur to
(D) durable (C) ending at
(D) stop with
136. (A) Larson's utensils and silverware 138.
go great with the dinnerware. (A) ambitious
(B) Our most popular line, the Spring (B) combative
Flower China is sold out at most locations. (C) aggressive
(C) Visit our store to check out our (D) complacent
other beautiful products.
(D) They are dishwasher- and
microwave-safe and we're confident that
you'll be using them for years to come.
139. (A) qualify 141.
(B) qualifying (A) valid
(C) qualified (B) working
(D) to qualify (C) effective
(D) strong

140. 142.
(A) We are looking for candidates that have (A) She
some experience in Italian food. (B) They
(B) We are looking for candidates that have (C) We
experience fishing. (D) He
(C) We are looking for people who can
fish.
(D) We are looking for people who want to
practice.
143, (A) are bringing 145.
(B) have brought (A) before
(C) bring (B) after
(D) are brought (C) during
(D) within

144. 146.
(A) This will take a lot of work. (A) develop
(B) As a result, the convenience shops will (B) improve
be closed. (C) rectify
(C) Because of this, hot meals will not be (D) recover
available for the patrons.
(D) There will be noise and chaos as a
result.

PART 7
 Directions: In this part, you will read a selection of texts, such as magazine and
newspaper articles, e-mails, and instant messages. Each text or set of texts 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.

147. What is mentioned about the 148. What is suggested about the
magazine? competition?
(A) It is sponsored by professional
(A) It is a literary journal. photographers.
(B) It includes a recipe book as a (B) It awards a complimentary vacation to
supplement. the winner.
(C) It provides travel advice. (C) It accepts digital photos only.
(D) It has an online version. (D) It features photos of Scotland.
149. Where most likely is Nancy? 150. What did Nancy mean when she said
"I'm at room headed there now"?
(A) a conference (A) She was going to the location.
(B) At the IT department (B) She would lead the presentation.
(C) In the supply room (C) She knew where the room was.
(D) In her office (D) She was going straight to meet him.
151. What is Mr. Bailey advised to do? 152. According to the ticket, what can be
(A) Contact the theater for a refund viewed on the theater's website?
(B) Arrive at the venue in advance (A) A list of past performances
(C) Select his preferred seat on a website (B) Driving directions
(D) Post a review later (C) Concert reviews
(D) Pictures of the theater
153. What kind of business are the items 154. What is indicated about the order?
most likely intended for? (A) A shopping mall
(A) It will be paid in installments. (B) A convenience store
(B) It will be sent separately. (C) An appliance store
(C) It has been discounted. (D) A bakery
(D) It will be delivered at no charge.
 157. What is suggested about the
155. What is indicated about the old fundraising efforts?
courthouse?
(A) Branford Construction wants to
renovate the building. (A) It has been occurring online.
(B) The residents want to turn the
building into a shopping mall. (B) The community made a lot of money
(C) It may become a public library or from the land.
school. (C) The city government has been helping.
(D) It may be destroyed. (D) They haven't raised enough money.

156. In which of the positions marked [1],

[2], [3] and [4] does the following sentence
belong?
"Branford Construction, the
development company that originally
planned to build the shopping mall, is
looking to build the mall outside of the
Rivervalley Community."
 (A) [1]
(B) [2]
(C) [3]
(D) [4]

158. Who most likely is Ms. Johnson? 160. What is Ms. Johnson NOT instructed
to do?
(A) A product developer (A) Add new information to a website
(B) A customer (B) Hire additional staff
(C) A store manager (C) Contact Management if necessary
(D) A marketing specialist (D) Arrange a sale display area
159. What is indicated about Topline
Electronics?

(A) It recently opened a new store

location.
(B) It will be relocated to the
Crayville area.
(C) It is concerned about market
competition.
(D) It was nominated for an annual
award.

161. What kind of business do the online 163. What will Johnny Jordan probably do
speakers work at? next?
(A) An office supply company (A) Contact the distributors
 (B) A law firm (B) Organize a meeting
(C) A furniture shop (C) Gather a large crew
(D) A moving company (D) Call the client
164. What does Monica Stein mean by "I'm 162. When will the crew begin work?
on it"? (A) She'll organize the movers.
(B) She'll wait until she gets more
(A) Tuesday information.
(B) Wednesday (C) She'll visit the manufacturers.
(C) Thursday (D) She'll contact the client.
(D) Friday

167. What is mentioned about Fulton

165. Who is most likely to be a customer Stainless Steel Products?
of Fulton Stainless Steel Products? (A) It recently provided extra funding for
(A) A car manufacturer research and development.
(B) A restaurant (B) It has released a budget proposal for
(C) A real estate agency next year.
(D) A clothing store (C) It offers a benefits package to its part-
time employees.
(D) It plans to hire additional employees to
work in factories.

166. What did Fulton Stainless Steel

Products do last month?
 (A) It held a press conference.
(B) It opened a new factory.
(C) It obtained a company.
(D) It laid off some workers.

168. Why most likely was the article 170. What is suggested about the
written? Association of Web Designers?
(A) To introduce a new employee (A) It holds a conference every year.
(B) To report on an award winner (B) It is based in Los Angeles.
(C) To announce an annual (C) It currently offers free membership.
competition (D) It donates to community projects.
(D) To describe a change in company
policy

169. The word "founded" in paragraph 2, 171. According to the article, what can be
line 1, is closest in meaning to found on the website?
(A) A transcript of a speech
(A) discovered (B) An application for an open position
(B) learned (C) Details about upcoming contests
(C) established (D) A list of Ms. Holt's accomplishments
(D) equipped

172. What is suggested about the shop? 174. Why don't the owners advertise?
(A) They don't have enough money.
(A) It is very successful. (B) They are too busy.
(B) It only offers take-out. (C) Their customers recommend the place
(C) It has been open for a long time. to others.
(D) Only fitness experts patron the shop. (D) They don't want to.

173. What is suggested about Health Shack 175. In which of the positions marked [1],
products? [2], [3] and [4] does the following sentence
(A) They are very delicious. belong?
(B) They are healthy. "Despite the limited number of products on
(C) They are cheap. the menu, customers can't get enough
(D) They are easy to get. of the tasty but healthy shakes that are on
offer."
(A) [1]
(B) (2]
(C) [3]
(D) [4]
176. Who most likely is the lecture series 179. According to Mr. Patterson, whose
intended for? lecture must be rescheduled?
(A) Mr. Watson's
(A) Community members (B) Mr. Ross's
(B) Building superintendents (C) Mr. Powell's
(C) University professors (D) Ms. Simmons's
(D) Hospital patients

177. In the brochure, the word "through" in 180. What is Ms. Flores instructed to do on
paragraph 1, line 5, is closest in meaning to website?
(A) over
(B) via (A) Download a document
(C) across
(D) until (B) Change a room reservation

(C) Update personal information

(D) Facilitate a forum

178. What most likely will be discussed at

the lecture on February 10?

(A) How to balance yearly budgets

(B) How to meet infrastructure needs
(C) How to avoid environmental
damage
(D) How to stimulate economic
development
181. What can be inferred about Ms. 184. What information is Ms. Russell asked
Russell? to provide?
 (A) A potential date
(A) She is Ms. Bennett's co-worker. (C) A list of guests
(B) She is planning a honeymoon. (B) A meal selection
(C) She is currently engaged. (D) A meeting location
(D) She works for a catering company.
182. Who most likely is Ms. Bennett? 185. What package would probably best
suit Ms. Russell's needs?
(A) A professional musician
(B) A wedding photographer (A) Diamond
(C) An interior designer (B) Emerald
(D) An event planner ( C) Ruby
(D) Sapphire
183. What is suggested about all the
locations on the list?

(A) They are close to a main road.

(B) They are indoor venues.
(C) They are located in the same city.
(D) They require a down payment.
186. What is the purpose of the first e- 189. What is indicated in Emily Hall's e-
mail? mail?
 (A) She wants to try it for a month.
(A) To request cost information (B) She wants the free gift.
(B) To inquire about a policy change (C) She doesn't want winter produce.
(C) To postpone an order (D) She is interested in a long-term
(D) To report an incorrect invoice contract.
187. What package option most likely fits 190. Why does Emily Hall want to know
Ms. Hall's needs best? about the vegetables that will be available
throughout the year?
(A) Personal (A) She loves vegetables.
(B) Small (B) She is thinking about adding meat.
(C) Medium (C) She might hire another employee.
(D) Large (D) She wants to plan her future menus.

188. What information is not needed for a

final price?

(A) Distance of shipping

(B) Method of delivery
(C) Additional items
(D) Length of contract
191. Where would the notice most likely be 194. In the e-mail to Mr. Hester, what
found? additional gift does Castelli offer?
(A) In a restaurant (A) Pasta sauce
(B) In a staff break room (B) A recipe book
(C) In a shipping agency (C) Vouchers for produce
(D) In a grocery store (D) Vouchers for new products
192. What is indicated about the jars? 195. Castelli is sending the vouchers for a
several reasons; what is NOT one of them?
(A) They were not closed tightly. (A) To keep customers loyal
(B) They are currently out of stock. (B) To say that they were sorry
(C) They were priced incorrectly. (C) To be fair to their customers
(D) They were delivered to the wrong (D) To gain new customers
address.

193. According to the notice, what is NOT

mentioned as advice for customers?

(A) Avoiding consuming the product

(B) Reporting on the product
(C) Returning the product to a store
(D) Purchasing other Castelli products
196. What problem with the original 199. What problem with the replacement
shipment does Ms. Nelson report? shipment does Ms Nelson report?
(A) It was damaged. (A) The size was incorrect
(B) It does not fit (B) the design was incorrect
(C) it arrived late (C ) the size and design were incorrect
(D) It has not reached its destination (D ) Too much money was refunded to her
from her original purchase.

197. In the email from Debra Clarke, the 200. When will Ms Nelson return her
phrase “as per” in paragraph 1, line 2, is Winter Festival sweater?
closet meaning to A When she receives her correct order and
(A) regardless of the shipping refund
(B) except for B When she has time
(C rather than C When her husband is happy with his
(D)according to sweater
D When Four Seasons apologizes for her
inconvenience
198.What is indicated about Ms Nelson?
(A) She has recently moved to
Denver
(B)She ordered a gift for a friend
(C)She has a member Four Seasons
Apparel Outlet membership
(D)She waited too long to request a
refund