TA4 Reading
TA4 Reading
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Coffee has become the most popular drink in offices. This information is the result of a recent
(…….) of office workers across the country. According to the results of the study, 55 percent of
office workers choose coffee as their favorite beverage. The second most popular drink is tea,
chosen by 30 percent of office workers in the study. The remaining 15 percent (…….) soda, water,
or other drinks. (…….) In fact, 70 percent of coffee drinkers get their coffee in this way. Another
20 percent get their coffee “to go” at a coffee shop or restaurant. Ten percent make their coffee at
home and take it to work in a thermos. The members of this last group, more than others, believe
that there is nothing like the taste of (…….) coffee.
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A. survey
B. conference
C. dismissal
D. training
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A. choose
B. chosen
C. choice
D. choosing
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A. During the workday, most coffee drinkers get their coffee from a machine in the office.
B. Office workers feel that coffee helps them stay energized throughout the day.
C. People often complain that the price of coffee continues to go up.
D. Many coffee drinkers like to add sugar and milk to their coffee.
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A. homemade
@Part 7 – In this part you will read a selection of texts. Each text or set
of texts is followed by several questions. Choose the best answer for
each question.
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Read the the following email and anwser following two questions.
From : [email protected]
To : [email protected]
Re: Friday night
Dear Anne,
Sorry but I won’t be able to make dinner on Friday night after all. I know I promised when you
asked me last week, but something has come up at work. Basically, my boss has just resigned
(actually, I think he was fired) and they need me to cover his job for a few weeks. There is a
meeting in Los Angeles on Friday that I have to attend. I am flying out tomorrow morning. I am
really sorry. I hope the evening is a success.
Rob
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#Why is Rob unable to attend the dinner on Friday night?
A. He will be on a business trip
B. He is worried about losing his job
C. He has to catch a plane
D. He is going on vacation
#The word “fired” in line 3 is closest meaning to
MEMORANDUM
To: All company personnel
From: Milton Freeman, Office Manager
Date: September 22, 20
Re: Photocopier issues
The photocopier has broken down again. This is the third time this month. We are all frustrated by
the loss of valuable time this causes, not to mention the costs of the repairs. Part of the problem
results from attempts at repairs made by persons who don’t completely understand the operation of
the machine. Even a simple problem like a paper jam can become exacerbated if not dealt with
properly. In order to avoid problems in the future, please observe the following guidelines:
1. If you are unsure how to operate the photocopy machine, please ask Sally Garfield, my
assistant, to show you how to use it.
2. If you have any problem at all with the photocopy machine, do not attempt to fix it yourself.
3. Please report all problems with the photocopy machine to Ms. Garfield. She has been
trained to fix most common problems with the machine and is always ready to assist you
with all photocopier issues.
4. Do not call a repairperson yourself. This is the responsibility of Ms. Garfield.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation.
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#How many times has the photocopier been broken this month?
A. Three
B. One
C. Two
D. We don’t know
Sincerely,
Eric Jackson
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A. May 18th
B. May 1st
C. A week from now.
D. May 24 th
#Why has shipping been delayed?
The warming of the Pacific Ocean creates weather patterns that affect the world. When the
water warm, the amount of rainfall in Indonesia and the surrounding region decreases. Australia
could even experience a drought. On the other hand, Chile, which borders the Pacific Ocean, is
preparing for severe rainstorms. In Pakistan and northwestern India, the weather pattern makes the
monsoon season weaker and makes the area much drier.
This phenomenon is called El Nino and is used by weather forecasters to make long – range
weather predictions. Forecasters know that El Nino will bring unusually heavy rains to the
southwestern part of the United States and make the central part of the country drier.
El Nino itself used to be predictable. It would occur every two to seven years. But now, the
weather pattern is becoming more constant. Scientists are unsure of the season for this change.
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A. They’re widespread
B. They’re benign
C. They’re short - lived
A. Southwestern U.S.
B. Pakistan
C. Australia
D. Central U.S.
#Which is not an effect of El Nino?
A. Global warming
B. Droughts
C. Heavy rainfalls
D. Weak monsoons
@Part 7 - In this part you will read a selection of texts. Each text or set
of texts is followed by several questions. Choose the best answer for
each question.
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Read the following itinerary and e-mail and anser following five questions.
Hello Tamako,
I am attaching the itinerary for my upcoming trip. Please take care of the following for
me:
1. I’ll need the photos for the new ad campaign to show at the Global Marketing
Conference, but I don’t think they’ll be ready before I leave. I’ll be staying at the
Hotel Internationale during the conference. Please send the photos to me there.
2. I will discuss with Ms. Chang the visit she plans to make here. It will be very soon.
I’ll call you from her office to let you know the exact dates so you can start getting
ready for her.
3. Please note that Mr. Andrews no longer works for Holidays, Inc. Correct his
contact information in our files.
Thanks.
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#How many days will Akiko stay in Melbourne?
A. Two days
B. One day
C. Three days
D. Four days
#When will she be in Hong Kong?
A. May 20th
B. May 12th
C. May 13 th – 14th
D. May 15th – 18 th
#What company does Mr. Andrews work for
A. BelAir Corporation
B. Holiday, Inc.
C. World Market
D. Technomarket
#Where will Akiko be when she receives the photos?
A. May 19th
B. May 18th
C. May 20th
D. May 21st
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Read the following advertisement and email and answer following five questions.
FOR SALE
A used living room set ( sofa and two armchairs) made of the finest Corinthian leather. Only one
year old and in perfect condition (no scratches or stains)
I’m selling them because I/m moving overseas and can’t take them with me. $100 for the sofa and
$50 for each chair, or $150 for 3- piece set.
Call Micheal Clemons at 555-3871 or send a message to [email protected]
To: [email protected]
From: [email protected]
Subject: Furniture for sale
Date: May 22th
I’m very interested in buying the sofa you advertised in the Daily Times yesterday. I have my
own truck, so I could pick it up very easily. Could I come to see the sofa tomorrow evening, at
around 7:30 p.m?
I look forward to hearing from you
Alex Burton
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A. $ 150
B. $50
C. $100
D. $200
#How can you contact the seller?
A. in a daily newspaper
B. on the internet
C. in a weekly magazine
D. on T.V
#What does Alex Burton want to buy?
A. just a sofa
B. all of the items
C. one chair
D. two chairs
#How will Alex Burton get his furniture home?
@Part 7 – In this part you will read a selection of texts. Each text or set
of texts is followed by several questions. Choose the best answer for
each question. (2)
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May 15, 20
Dear Mai,
I saw the article in today’s newspaper and would like to extend my warmest congratulations to
you. From the moment I met you on our first day of high school, I knew that you would go far.
You were the smartest and most ambitious of all our classmates.
You deserve a special celebration, and I would like to invite you to dinner at the Spring Seasons
Hotel. I’ve already spoken to your former boss, and she plans to join us. I asked some of your
old coworkers, Violet Smith and Harry Wong, and I also called Lee Kim, but all three of them
are out of town. So it will just be the three of us. Let me know if this weekend or next weekend
is better for you. I look forward to seeing you. It’s been too long.
Your buddy,
Alice
Dear Alice,
Wow! Fancy hearing from you. What a surprise! I would be thrilled to do dinner. We have so
much to catch up on. I have to tell you all about my former position as Playtime’s Resource
Director. I was commended for creating a variety of innovative programs such as employee- of
–the- month incentives, parent – friendly flexible scheduling, and onsite daycare. I want to hear
all about you, too. Next weekend would be better for me. It has been a long time!
See you soon,
Mai
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A. Caroline Overall
B. Violet Smith
C. Harry Wong
D. Lee Kim
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