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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 as questions as possible within the time allowed.
You must mark your answers on the separate answer sheet. Do not write your answers in the test book
PART V 109. The new software program to protect computers against harmful viruses
Directions: A word or phrase is missing in each of the sentences below. Four has been tested thoroughly and will be _______ at the end of this year.
answer choices are given below each sentence. Select the best answer to complete (A) held (B) emerged (C) examined (D) released
the sentence. Then mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet.
110. _________ workers interested in monitoring their own sales figures are
101. An increasingly large number of people are purchasing office supplies____ encouraged to access their own accounts on our website.
our online shopping mall. (A) Every (B) A lot (C) Any (D) Another
(A) throughout (B) of (C) through (D) to
111. The sales department is considering _________ a new line of our products
102. Researchers must submit a report in writing at least two days _________ in selected areas next month.
the deadline. (A) introduce (B) introduced (C) introducing (D) to introduce
(A) when (B) because (C) before (D) afterwards
103. Mr. Buono was finally elected as the president after he had ___________ 112. Richard Tompson met with valuable customers to address ________
appealed to a diverse group of voters to support his candidacy. complaints about a recent delay of shipping service.
(A) frequency (B) frequent (C) frequence (D) frequently (A) they (B) themselves (C) their (D) them
104. __________ who wish to apply for openings in the Accounting Division
should submit a resume to Human Resources by July 5. 113. Ms. Ashley will announce the company’s _______ to build a new plant in
(A) Which (B) That (C) Whose (D) Those France at the press conference tomorrow afternoon.
(A) planning (B) planner (C) planned (D) plan
105. Mr. Weiss, a manager of Accounting Department, has unlimited access to the
performance __________ data.
114. ________ technical problems, our equipment which is being used to
(A) evaluated (B) to evaluate (C) evaluating (D) evaluation
perform routine tasks will be replaced in the near future.
(A) Since then (B) In spite of (C) Before (D) As a result of
106. _________ comply with company regulations, all workers must include
their personal ID number in the document.
115. Please review the attached document to ________ that the seating
(A) As to (B) In order to (C) According to (D) Due to
number of the conference room in the Grand Hotel is correct
(A) confirmation (B) confirming (C) confirms (D) confirm
107. The terms of the contract need to be thoroughly _________ to ensure that
they conform to standard regulations.
116. To ensure that your order ________ is efficient, please fill out the order
(A) reviewing (B) to review (C) review (D) reviewed
form properly in the envelope provided.
(A) principle (B) preparation (C) processing (D) provision
108. All engineers agreed that this recently developed device is ________ than
the others they have tested.
117. Lloyd Magazine’s revised edition for travelers has caused some
(A) more reliant (B) more reliable (C) more reliably (D) reliability
apprehension ________ the readers because of some misleading information.
(A) among (B) after (C) against (D) besides
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118. When working at a construction site, workers must wear protective gears 128. _________ his successful career, Dylan Gerald deserves the promotion to
________ take the safety precautions. leader of a newly established department.
(A) and (B) so that (C) in order that (D) in case (A) Furthermore (B) Given (C) Since (D) As
119. Because the 15th Grand Prix Motor Show ________ this Saturday evening 129. After a few weeks of reviews, the publishing company will ______ launch a
was canceled, we have to make alternative arrangements. new book written by Mr. Heckel, who is known as a famous author.
(A) perform (B) performing (C) performs (D) performed (A) completely (B) finally (C) closely (D) largely
120. The vice president of Summit Dream informed customers that several 130. The salary of the permanent positions will rise but ________ of the
branches will be __________ for renovations during the winter season. temporary positions will be reduced.
(A) close (B) closer (C) closed (D) closure (A) that (B) ones (C) it (D) those
121. Competition in the local food market _________ when a rival company 131. The CEO of Pockledge Marketing Company was disappointed that the 3rd
was established near the city. quarter earnings ________ declined in comparison with those of last quarter.
(A) rise (B) has risen (C) rose (D) rising (A) accordingly (B) agreeably (C) fortunately (D) dramatically
122. After the flood, the antiques in the historical exhibition were ________ to 132. Excelsior Corporation has been criticized for recruiting journalists _______
the original condition by the efforts of some volunteers. articles contain controversial issues.
(A) replaced (B) restored (C) resolved (D) required (A) how (B) which (C) whose (D) that
123. Kimpaso Food __________ increased its prices on beverages and 133. Clients should renew their current subscription within a week _________
desserts, reflecting inflation. receive discounted subscription rates.
(A) more recent (B) recentness (C) recent (D) recently (A) so that (B) toward (C) to (D) by
124. Rainbow Supply Ltd., known as a leading manufacturing company, hired 134. Ms. Hilton, the director who went to the local factory, was ________ to
qualified candidates, most of _______ majored in marketing or related fields. evaluate ail employees’ performance to increase their productivity.
(A) which (B) that (C) them (D) whom (A) instructed (B) demanded (C) intended (D) agreed
125. _________ the new highway to relieve the traffic congestion is under 135. Due to the ________ of skilled workers, Gilmore Construction Co.
construction, the Benigno Street will be temporarily closed. encountered a financial difficulty although the economic growth rate increased.
(A) Owing (B) Since (C) In order (D) Due to (A) average (B) coverage (C) brokerage (D) shortage
126. The manager of the lost-and-found department on the ground floor of the 136. Trans Aviation Airlines predicts that the flight will arrive __________
airport asked all passengers ________ is belongings they left in their own airplane. schedule despite the inclement weather conditions.
(A) founding (B) to find (C) to be found (D) finding (A) on (B) behind (C) as of (D) still
127. Eragon Hotel within walking distance from the airport is equipped with 137. Jacob Polosky is more reliable and efficient when working ________ than as
various facilities, _________a gym, sauna, and a games room. a team member.
(A) expanding (B) combining (C) including (D) servicing (A) manually (B) jointly (C) independently (D) substantially
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138. Attractions and foods in numerous cities around the world are _________ PART 6
in the Korean Journal’s latest issue to help visitors travel other countries. Directions; Read the texts that follow. A word or phrase is missing in some of the
(A) possible (B) capable (C) able (D) available sentences. Four answer choices are given below each of the sentences. Select the
best answer to complete the text. Then mark the letter (A), (B), 1C), or ID) on your
139. A company logo must be __________ placed on top of the bottle to draw answer sheet.
more attention.
(A) happily (B) absolutely (C) carefully (D) clearly
Questions 141-143 refer to the following letter.
140. One of the responsibilities of this position _________ managing employees
and offering customers promotional products. Almond Crest Center
(A) includes (B) indicates (C) possesses (D) contains No. 8465, Ace Boulevard, Hovd City
Telephone number: 047-784-9430
To obtain an application form or learn more about the service we ________ , drop
by our Human Resources Department.
143. (A) providing (B) provide
(C) are provided (D) will be provided
I have enclosed brochures, a workshop schedule, and business cards for your
convenience.
Sincerely,
Jeffrey Moore
Director of Human Resources Department
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Questions 144-146 refer to the following e-mail. Questions 150-152 refer to the following passage.
From: Tom Anderson (Tom@centennial.com )
To: Evan Huntz (Evan@thipeak.com )
As part of our arrangements for overseas expansion, we are establishing a
Dear Mr. Huntz,
______ session on multicultural communication skills.
A problem has been brought to my attention concerning the details used by our 150. (A) trained (B) train (C) training (D) trains
subsidiary, Heverey Corporation.
These documents translated into French __________ serious inaccuracies. About The session ______ at the Walter Company training center from September 3 to
144. (A) modify (B) retain (C) contain (D) summarize 5.
151. (A) will be held (B) was held (C) would hold (D) held
four errors have been pointed out by the subsidiary’s technicians on the fourth
floor. Of course, there may be even more mistranslations in the manuals. The session is open to all workers, including Korean staff on the six-month
Heverey Corporation’s contact representative, Mr. Andrew, is assured _______ all exchange program _________ some activities will be implemented in Australia,
145. (A) that (B) how (C) why (D) what so candidates are required to have reasonable proficiency in English.
translations are conducted by the second translator, but it seems to me that some 152. (A) Therefore (B) Also (C) Furthermore (D) However
problems were missed. Naturally, we need another revision. We would like to
suggest that an outside professional translator should look over these documents Further details and application forms can be acquired from the Human
(identification number AL 72, GL 84, and JL 92) __________ .
Resources Division.
146. (A) still (B) again (C) first (D) even
I welcome your thoughts.
Tom Anderson
You’ve established the best type of business. And you need more workers. But
you wouldn’t like to _______ just anybody. Of course you want the best
qualified person for the job.
147. (A) borrow (B) recruit (C) delegate (D) dismiss
That’s what we can help. At Paragon Agency, we can meet all of your employee
requirements. The ones we __________ to your company are the most qualified
and dedicated in their respective area. Whether you need a technician, laborer,
148. (A) sending (B) sent (C) send (D) have sent
director, or an assistant, we have the right people for you. You can trust
Paragon Agency to send out qualified people. Drop by one of our local offices
and let us help _________ company grow.
149. (A) your (B) its (C) our (D) their
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PART 7 (C) By calling the shop (D) By using computer
Directions: In this part you will read a selection of texts, such as magazine and Questions 157-158 refer to the following advertisement.
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. Whether your idea of a perfect getaway is a golf vacation in the Pacific Resort,
or an all-inclusive vacation in Hawaii, or a Disney vacation package for the
family, we will help you find the best vacations for your needs. Check your daily
Questions 153 – 154 refer to the following advertisement.
cheap vacation deals that can save your hundreds of dollars. With so many
options and places to see, let us do the work and take care of the details!
An established restaurant company since 1948, Fleek Restaurants offers four
beautiful restaurants on Pier 39. Each of our restaurants has its own unique feel
157. Which business is advertised in the article?
and ambiance with separate dining rooms and spectacular views. The highest-
(A) Laundry (B) Packaging (C) Banking (D) Tourism
quality food and beverages are offered in a full range of menu pricing to
accommodate any budget. Friendly and attentive service is Fleek Restaurants’
158. According to the passage, which place is mentioned as an exemplary
standard.
place for a golf vacation?
(A) Pacific Resort (B) Hawaii (C) Disney (D) Guam
153. Which is NOT a thing Fleek Restaurants is proud of?
(A) Characteristic environment (B) Nice view
(C) Highest-quality food (D) Cheapest menu
Questions 159-160 refer to the following passage.
154. How many restaurants does Fleek Restaurants own?
(A) One (B) Two (C) Three (D) Four
We flew out of New York and arrived in Minneapolis around 1:30 in the
Questions 155-156 refer to the following advertisement.
afternoon. We had much luggage so it took us a lot of time to pick it up. After
collecting our bags, we caught the complimentary shuttle to our hotel. There
was a large convention at the hotel while we were there but it didn't bother us
When you need a set of wheels, let Mobile Vehicle steer you in the right
much. The hotel was great and the beds were awesome. The hotel has a
direction for car rental. You can search for a rental car quickly and easily - just
complimentary shuttle to the Mall of Apricot.
type in your destination, pickup and drop-off dates and we'll find you the best
money-saving deal. Whether you're looking for a family minivan, sexy
159. Between which places does the hotel operate the free shuttle?
convertible or sleek luxury vehicle, let Mobile Vehicle help you find your next
(A) The airport and the hotel (B) The airport and home
rental car.
(C) The airport and New York (D) The airport and downtown
156. How can you find the suitable rental car which you want?
(A) By going to the shop (B) By contacting the owner
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Questions 161-163 refer to the following advertisement. only to customers depositing $50,000 in a new account or keeping a combined
balance of $100,000.
Set in the heart of downtown San Francisco's South of Market, Rio Hotel stands 164. Now in which state is it indicated that U.S. banks are?
out with the offbeat yet sophisticated spirit of the city. It is near the SF Museum (A) Recovery (B) Bankruptcy (C) Prosperity (D) Worsening
of Modern Art, a five-block walk from Union Square, and a block away from The
Metreon. The lobby at the Rio Hotel is an octagonal, three-story space with 165. The phrase “with strings attached” in line 7 is closest in meaning to
tinted solar glass and flowing curtains. The hotel is also home to the Rio Cafe (A) under some conditions (B) without any payment
and Luck Restaurant, a bi-level eatery and wine bar serving French-inspired (C) under no conditions (D) additionally
California cuisine. The hotel offers the use of cardiovascular fitness and weight
rooms as well as an atrium pool, steam room and whirlpool. The modern 166. To whom did HSBC give Amazon Kindle 2 portable book readers as
Deluxe rooms feature framed black-and-white photos of San Francisco. All presents?
rooms come with cable TV, VCRs, pay-per-view movies, WebTV, CD players, (A) Customers withdrawing $10,000
and two phones. (B) Customers depositing $50,000 in a new account
(C) Customers depositing $10,000
(D) Customers transmitting $50,000
161. Where is the Rio Hotel located?
(A) In downtown San Francisco (B) Near the river 167. Which can be inferred from the passage?
(C) In the middle of a market (D) Near the city hall (A) Banks are competing with each other to lure away customers from other banks.
(B) Banks are training their staff to be kinder.
162. Which place is mentioned as a nearby place to the hotel? (C) Banks are reviewing their customer accounts.
(A) Union Square (B) The Metreon (D) Banks are about to declare bankruptcy.
(C) South of Market (D) SF Museum of Modern Art
163. Which is NOT offered in the hotel rooms? Questions 168-170 refer to the following article.
(A) Cable TV (B) Pay-per-view movies
(C) CD players (D) An atrium pool My business outlook for Latin America in 2013 is definitely optimistic. I expect a
growth rate between 4 and 5 percent. Why? Even countries marked by state
Questions 164-167 refer to the following article. interventionist policies offer good business opportunities because of high export
revenues for oil and other products. Latin America as a whole profits from high
After months of grappling with the financial crisis and government-ordered stressful commodity prices as a result of rising demand, above all that in Asia. The
tests of their health, banks are emerging from the chaos, determined to win new economies show a steady performance even in countries with acute political
business. On the East Coast, TD Bank treated potential customers to pizzas and tensions on the domestic front. This used to be quite different in the past when
Citizens Bank is promising to kick in $1,000 to families saving for college. Banks political instability very often brought about deep economic crisis. One could even
can’t afford to jeopardize their health by offering deals too far out of line with the say that today Latin America’s economies are disconnected from internal political
near-zero percent interest rate target set by the Federal Reserve. That helps developments.
explain why their perks often come with strings attached. Citizens Bank will kick in
that $1,000 for college savings only if you deposit at least $25 a month for a child 168. What is the perspective of the writer toward Latin America like?
aged 6 or under until he or she is 18 — at a recent interest rate of just 3 to 5 (A) Pessimistic (B) Optimistic (C) Gloomy (D) Resolute
percent. HSBC recently gave away Amazon Kindle 2 portable book readers, but
169. Which played an important role in the past in Latin America?
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(A) Export revenues (B) Oil price from time to time back in the day. Those spots were a hangout because it was
(C) Economic stability (D) Political instability cheap, fast to get food, and as they say, close to the school. But the rate of
diabetes and heart disease among young people is growing, so this is serious.
170. From which does Latin America as a whole benefit? State and local governments in California have started to ban certain foods in
(A) Rising commodity prices schools including soda, junk food, trans fats, and even baked goods. Should
(B) Internal stability they go ahead and ban the restaurants that serve this kind of stuff, too? Some
(C) Rising gas price CafeMoms feel parents are the ones who should teach their kids good eating
(D) Increasing demand for human resources habits so they would make the right choices.
Questions 171-173 refer to the following advertisement. 174. Which is pointed out as a main cause of obesity by the author?
(A) Lack of excercise
(B) Genetics
Tony Group, Inc., headquartered in Los Angeles, is one of the world's largest (C) Bad eating habits
commercial real estate services firms in terms of 2015 revenue. With over 9,000 (D) Nearness to fast-food restaurants from schools
employees, the company serves real estate owners, Investors and occupiers
through more than 300 offices worldwide. Tony Group offers strategic advice 175. According to the passage, why is fast food popular?
and execution for property sales and leasing; corporate services; property, (A) Due to its low price and easy access
facilities and project management; mortgage banking; appraisal and valuation; (B) Due to its nutrition and easy access
development services; investment management and research and consulting. (C) Due to its low price and nutrition
Please visit our website at www.TonyGroup.com. Tony Group is proud to be an (D) Due to its advertisement and nutrition
equal-opportunity employer.
176. What is the purpose of banning certain foods in California?
171. Where /s the main office of Tony Group? (A) To prevent the increasing rate of diseases among young people
(A) In New York (B) In L.A. (C) In Houston (D) In Tokyo (B) To lower the price of food
(C) To increase the nutritional ingredients in food
172. What kind of business is Tony Group involved in? (D) To stop the spread of infectious diseases
(A) Business M&A (B) Tourism
(C) Machinery (D) Real estate 177. Who do some CafeMoms feel should be in charge of the kids’ health?
(A) Fast-food restaurants (B) Teachers
173. Which is indicated as the thing Tony Group is proud of? (C) Food manufacturers (D) Parents
(A) It employs employees regardless of sex, age, race and color.
(B) It follows the rules of the supervisory organization. Questions 178-180 refer to the following article.
(C) It donates a lot of money to the poor.
(D) It builds libraries for the community.
This program defines the means of ensuring this delicate balance that aligns
Questions 174-177 refer to the following article. Human Resources strategy with the overall business strategy. As human capital
moves to assume a pivotal role in helping organizations achieve competitive
advantage in the knowledge-based economy, the human resources function is
Obesity can be caused by lots of things including genetics, lack of exercise, and increasingly being called upon to assume a more strategic orientation to drive
nutrition, but some researchers believe that the proximity of fast food success. This re-orientation of the HR function toward corporate and business
restaurants to schools is a contributing factor. I may have eaten at Taco Bell
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strategy has multiple impacts upon the role of every class of manager in the
organization.
As the Sr. Director, Product Marketing, you will be responsible for developing and 182. How long has Mr. Craig engaged in the marketing and management?
delivering a world-class product marketing strategy. You will work with Product (A) For less than 5 years (B) For more than 10 years
Management, Marketing and Sales teams to manage a go-to-market plan and (C) For more than 12 years (D) For more than 15 years
identify key marketing messages including product/technology positioning.
Additionally, you will facilitate the development of sales and marketing tools 183. What kind of product did Mr. Craig deal with?
including product presentations and programs. You will provide both strategic and (A) Software (B) Hardware (C) Computer (D) Machine
tactical support to internal and field-facing teams to ensure a consistent product
message. 184. In the application, the word “diverse” in paragraph 2, line 8 is closest in
meaning to
Responsibilities (A) various (B) abundant (C) curious (D) real
* Managing product launches
* Coordinating go-to-market activities with Sales and Marketing 185. Which one is NOT implied in the passage?
* Planning the product marketing strategies for new and existing products (A) Mr. Craig is well qualified for the position.
* Developing product strategies and pricing models (B) Mr. Craig is a computer software specialist.
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(C) Mr. Craig is well trained to deal with different kinds of people. me more specific information on the scholarship eligibility? I would be pleased to
(D) Mr. Craig is likely to be considered for the position receive the information via my e-mail. My e-mail is isagawamorita@nippon.com.
I look forward to getting the information as soon as possible.
Thank you.
Questions 186-190 refer to the following notice and inquiry letter. 186. What kind of people is the above- mentioned Harvard MBA designed
for?
SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION (A) People who work for society and environment
If you are a talented social entrepreneur or working for an NGO in an emerging (B) Business executives
country, you would like a top international MBA to expand your horizons so that (C) Students fresh from college
you can go back and make a difference. (D) People from developed countries
What you must have: 187. Which is NOT required of the candidates?
A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from an accredited institution (A) A Bachelor’s degree (B) Work experience
Minimum three years’ full-time work experience (C) Language fluency (D) Financial independence
Strong command of written and spoken English
188. What is implied according to the passage?
Who can qualify: (A) Isagawa Morita has enough work experience.
Candidates who have a passion to make a contribution to society through socially (B) Isagawa Morita is not able to speak English.
responsible leadership (C) Isagawa Morita is not interested in the program.
Currently working as a social entrepreneur or for an NGO in your home country or (D) Isagawa Morita works for an NGO.
region 4-10 years’ work experience
Having made a significant contribution to your local environment, country or 189. When does the MBA program start?
society in general (A) In September 2013 (B) In January 2015
Having leadership characteristics and the ability to have an impact on the class (C) In September 2015 (D) In January 2013
Having such financial need that you could not otherwise afford to attend Harvard
Demonstrating a passion and commitment for socially responsible leadership 190. Which are you NOT required to do to get into the program?
(A) Answer an essay question (B) Submit your transcripts
Criteria: (C) Send letters of recommendation (D) Call the graduate school
Complete the following tasks by September 1, 2013 to be considered for the
Harvard MBA program starting in January 2015: Questions 191-195 refer to the following weather forecast and the next
Answer the scholarship essay question gif you had the opportunity, what would week's weather information.
you ask the president, and why?
Submit your university transcripts
Radio Weather Forecast for Next Week
Send 2 letters of recommendation
A slow-moving cold front will track through New England on Friday, bringing
*********************** unsettled weather to the region. The front, which will extend over the northeast
and into the Ohio River Valley, could produce large hail, damaging winds and
Hello, periods of heavy rain. Meanwhile, blistering temperatures are expected to rack
I am strongly interested in your graduate program. I have been working for a the Central Region. The Northern Plains will approach highs near 90, and the
consumer protection organization for the last 7 years. I graduated from a South will see another day in the 100s. Heat advisories will remain in effect
university in Japan in 1999. I would like to inquire whether l am eligible for the through Friday evening across the Mississippi River Valley. On Friday, scattered
scholarship. What is the standard for the scholarship benefit? Could you send showers and thunderstorms will extend over the Southern Rockies, while
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showers will drizzle over parts of the Central Rockies. The West Coast will be
warm and dry, with scattered clouds in the Pacific Northwest and I mostly sunny
skies in California. Temperatures in the lower 48 states on Thursday I will range
from 36 degrees at Yellowstone, Wyo., to 107 degrees at New Braunfels,
Texas. Questions 196 - 200 refer to the following TV schedule and meeting
*********** appointment.
198. According to the meeting appointment, who can watch all of the four TV
programs?
(A) Jane and Fallon (B) Donovan and Chris
(C) Chris and Mary (D) Fallon and Mary
199. Which program deals with the criminal and law enforcement official?
(A) Wild West Tech: Execution Tech
(B) Airplanes: Human Dreams
(C) Battles BC: Hannibal: The Annihilator
(D) Seven Signs of the Apocalypse
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