TOEIC PRACTICE 1 PART 7

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1.        What information must the subscriber provide to receive promotional offers?

A. A name                        B. An address  C. A telephone number                        D. An e-mail address

2.        What information is included on this card?

A. The company's mailing address

B. The amount of time before delivery begins

C. The names of partner companies

D. The cost of a multiple-year subscription

Questions 3-4 refer to the following advertisement.

Hotel Bella

Madrid, Spain

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“On Day 1, I was pleasantly surprised by the complimentary breakfast. I am going to tell all my family and friends to visit your hotel when they travel to Madrid." K.K.

“Hotel Bella is close to public transportation, the city center, the theaters, the museums -- an excellent location for the traveler who wants to do it all." E.M.

3.        According to the advertisement, what is provided for free at the hotel?

A. A meal                                     C. Transportation to the city center

B. A theatre ticket                         D. The first night's lodging

4.        What is NOT mentioned about the hotel?

A. Clean rooms                             C. Reasonable rates

B. Friendly staff                           D. Convenient location

Questions 5-7refer to the following book review.

A History of Sports from Ancient Times to the Present

By Rebecca Jean Porter

Illustrated, 248 pp.

Oak view Press, Westport, CT $32.95

Rebecca Jean Porter, the author of Olympic Dreams, has attained another perfect score in this engaging and readable history. A History of Sports from Ancient Times to the Present covers everything from sporting events in ancient Rome to the origins of teams sports in North America, and it includes a section on sports played on contemporary university campuses. I highly recommend the chapter with detailed instructions on how to play games that had previously been lost over time. Porter's comprehensive introduction and bibliography, as well as the time line of dates and events, make this a reference work that should be purchased by all public libraries. An online companion volume will be published next year.

-- Andrew Huff

5.        What does Andrew Huff suggest about the book?

A. It is not as good as Olympic Dreams.

B. It does not cover previous centuries in detail.

C. It is a well-written work.

D. It is currently available online.

6.        What is NOT mentioned as being included in the book?

A. Names of reference sources

B. A listing of historical dates

C. A thorough opening section

D. A schedule of local sporting events

7.        For what group is the book particularly recommended?

A. Community libraries

B. University students

Questions 8-11refer to the following letter.

13870 Nares Road

Bangkok

Thailand 10500

June 30

Dear Ms Baharn,

I'd like to thank you for the time you spent with me discussing the marketing researcher position at Amarin, Ltd. After interviewing with you and touring the facility, I feel strongly that this company would be an ideal place for me to work.

I now understand why Amarin, Ltd., is considered the premier publisher of travel and tourism books in the region. I am impressed by the fact that it as been listed as one of Thailand's ten most successful businesses since it was founded six years ago. The company's reputation for quality is also reflected in its outstanding record of employee retention.

I wanted to emphasize the fact that I attended a three-week intensive seminar on MarkTrends, the foremost marketing research software package. I know the job description mentions the ability to use MarkTrends, and I wanted to let you know that I am very comfortable using this software.

Again, thank you for your time and consideration. I hope to hear from you soon concerning your hiring decision.

Yours truly,

Anusak Arincha

8.        What kind of business is Amarin, Ltd.?

A. A marketing firm                                 C. A research institute

B. A trading company                               D. A publishing company

9.        What is stated in the letter about Amarin, Ltd.?

A. It was started six years ago.

B. It plans to expand its operations to other countries.

C. It will be hiring several marketing researchers.

D. It has been successful because of its marketing strategies.

10.    What did the writer want to emphasize about his background?

A. His degree in marketing

B. His overseas travel experience

C. His familiarity with a software program

D. His presentations at professional seminars.

11.    What does the letter indicate is a sign that Amarin, Ltd., is doing very well?

A. Its large number of employees C. Its use of up-to-date computer technology

B. Its international reputation        D. Its high ranking on a list of successful businesses

 ANSWER KEY

 

1.        D

2.        B

3.        A

4.        C

5.        C

6.        D

7.        A

8.        D

9.        A

10.    C

11.    D