Part 7 TOEIC Hacker 2 - Test 9

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ACCOUNTANTS

Suite 19-A, 825 Burrard, Vancouver BC, VOP-F1K

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We offer:

• Personal income tax returns
• Setup and maintenance of bookkeeping systems
• Preparation of financial statements
• Contract drafting assistance

For a full list of our services, fees, and accountants, visit www everidgeacc.co.ca. If you would like to meet with one of our accountants in person, make an appointment by calling us at (604) 555-8872 or by sending an e-mail to everidgeaccecoolmail.com.

The New Hampton Professionals Society would like to invite you to the

Twelfth Annual Melody for Charity Night

on Saturday, July 24, at 6 P.M.

at the Greenfield Theater

Six classical compositions by world-renowned composers and graduates of the Salzburg

Conservatory of Music, Johannes Linden and Vladimir Tepanor, will be performed by the Smithson Philharmonic Orchestra.

Formal clothing for the event is required. Cash donations will be accepted during the evening, with proceeds going to the Rainbow House at New Hampton General Hospital. Rainbow House is a special facility dedicated to the medical care of young patients. To confirm your attendance, or for more information, visit www.newhamptonhospital.com and www.rainbowhouse.com.

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Height 1.8 meters

Width 0.8 meters

Depth 0.8 meters 

Dollar Bil Acceptor

Coin Acceptor 

Credit Card Reader

Come to the Portland Holiday Gift Fair!

The City of Portland and the Willamette Convention Center are pleased to announce the opening of the Holiday Gift Fair, running from November 25 to December 8. Open daily from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. at the Willamette convention center on Naito Parkway, the fair will feature products from more than 600 vendors. The event will be held in the center's largest exhibit area, Riverside Hall.

Entrance to the fair is $5 for adults and $3 for children under 12 or senior citizens. There is no admission charge for children under five years of age. Attendees can also take part in hourly draws with more than $18,000 of merchandise to be given away over the course of two weeks! Booths include holiday gifts, decorations, cards, toys, food, and so much more! Get all your holiday supplies ahead of time by dropping by this amazing event.

For a list of vendors, please visit www.willamettecon.com/events. Tickets for the fair can be purchased on the Web site beginning November 10 or at the door to Riverside Hall.

To: Jude Feldstein <[email protected]>

From: Janina Winslow <[email protected]>

Date: December 20

Subject: Re: Poor reception

Dear Mr. Feldstein,

Thank you for informing us about the intermittent reception that you have been experiencing with our wireless phone service for the past few days. You wanted us to explain what the problem was and also asked for a discount on your service fee for this month.

First, we believe that this problem is due to the ongoing repair work on our cell phone towers in the Mountainview area, which were severely damaged during the recent snowstorm. Our maintenance crew is still working to fix the problem.

And in regard to your second inquiry, I would first like to apologize for the inconvenience. Because you are a valued customer, we are deducting $40 from your next billing statement. We hope that this addresses any trouble you may have experienced.

Janina Winslow

MyCel Customer Service

The City of Burbank provides a number of additional services for the benefit of its residents.

These are not part of the standard municipal services provided by most city governments and are made available to residents free-of-charge. Below is just a sample of some of these services, but you can find out about other offerings by visiting www.burbank.ca.gov.

Energy Assessment: Residents may consult an energy advisor for some general recommendations on how to improve home energy use. It is necessary to make an appointment for this service during our regular business hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. — [1] —. This service is subject to the availability of our staff.

Tree removal: The city's Department of Environmental Management offers complimentary tree

pruning and removal services for homeowners. Simply call 555-4091, extension #808, to

schedule an appointment. The service is available all year round. — [2] —.

Water analysis: Homeowners concerned about the safety of their drinking water may drop off

water samples at the Department of Water for examination. — [3] —. Any water source found

to be contaminated will be treated promptly.

Shuttle services: The city provides complimentary shuttle services between residential and

commercial areas to senior citizens who are 65 years of age or older and to those with mobility

problems. — [4] —. To schedule a pickup, call the Department of Senior Welfare at 555-4091,

extension #204. 

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May 25

Barbara Koteva, Director of Public Relations
Ademus Petroleum, 4493 24th Avenue, New York, NY 11100

Dear Ms. Koteva,

Thank you on behalf of our organization for the support you and your company have shown to the Society for the Preservation of Earth's Environment (SPEE). As part of our standard commitment to our valuable sponsors, we have enclosed our annual report covering new developments, ongoing activities, and budget allocations for the past fiscal year. We hope that after reading our report, you will continue supporting our efforts.

In summary, let me begin by stating that the past year has been our most productive since the SPEE was established 10 years ago, but a number of challenges remain. The following are just a few of the highlights you will find inside our report.

We saw record collections in private donations, public organization support, and financial commitments from the business sector. This was aided in part by the launch of our multilingual Web site and the publicity we received from a documentary film shown during the previous year's Earth Awareness celebrations.

Joining our board of directors were two well-respected individuals from the nonprofit sector: Mr. Jonah Gelding and Ms. Heather Leach. Their combined experience working in South Asia and Eastern Europe has helped to increase membership in those regions.

Lastly, we saw the implementation of some new policies governing project administration. As you will soon find out, this has helped us to streamline our actions and produce greater efficiency in spending.

Should you have any questions or comments regarding this report, please contact me at [email protected].

Sincerely,

Hazel Grundy
Corporate Communications Director
Society for the Preservation of Earth's Environment

Midland Zoo Opens Crocodile Farm 

Always a favorite among locals, Midland Zoo opened a new attraction for animal lovers yesterday. Adding to more than 40 exhibits of animals from around the world, the zoo's newest facility is a crocodile farm that will serve to educate guests on how crocodiles live, breed, and survive. The farm, which is located at the zoo's man-made lagoon, contains more than 20 Siamese crocodiles. — [1] —. Visitors will have a chance to view the animals at close range through windows in an underwater observatory area. — [2] —. The new site also has a research laboratory used for animal breeding. — [3] —. This was made possible through a partnership between zoo management and a group of biology professors from Central Plains University. "It is necessary for children and adults to appreciate the importance of caring for endangered species as these creatures are essential to maintaining a diverse ecosystem." Midland Zoo manager Joshua Synco said. To increase guests' understanding of the animals, the laboratory's nursery and incubation sections will be open to the public beginning next week. The zoo is also planning to open a new screening facility this weekend. — [4] —. The room seats up to 100 guests and will feature documentary films about crocodiles and other endangered species. For information about wildlife preservation, or the hours and fees of the zoo, visit www.midlandzoo.org.

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Cheap and Simple Storage

By Terrence Barnes

Most people collect a lot of possessions over the years, and things pile up! And with the decreasing size of apartments in urban centers, like here in Orlando, people don't have the space for clutter. However, many have sentimental items they find it difficult to part with, yet they don't use often. "Those types of things are difficult for people to throw out," says Adriana Solis, CEO and founder of

For-U-Storage.

Carl Johansen, a customer at the For-U-Storage Orlando branch said, "For me, this is ideal. Right now, my apartment is very small, and I only have space for essentials. But I have some old photo albums and music records I don't want to lose. And I only pay $30 per month to store my box, so fees are really reasonable."

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Solis opened her first branch in Orlando ten years ago and now has three storage facilities across the state. She points to her innovative pricing method as the primary reason for the business's rapid growth. "Some people don't want to have to pay for more space than they need, so we charge them by the box." Customers simply select the size and number of boxes they require. They can pick up the

boxes at the outlets, or For-U-Storage will deliver them to homes or offices for free. All you have to do is pack up your things and bring them to the facility or schedule a pickup date.

When asked what her business plans are for the future, Solis said she keeps quite busy with the other locations in Miami and Tampa Bay but is looking into possibly adding a branch in Tallahassee.

Announcing Babson's Annual Clearance Sale

September 1 to 15 at all our locations

Babson's Department Store is holding its annual summer clearance sale. Find great deals on select items as we make room for next season's inventory.

• Up to 25 percent off bed and bath items, including bed linens, towels, and pillows
• Up to 50 percent off women's clothing, shoes, handbags, scarves, and sunglasses
• Up to 75 percent off menswear as well as men's belts, wallets, and ties

Note: This offer may not be combined with other promotions or regular discounts available to

Babson's Rewards Club members. Discount prices apply to products purchased in our retail outlets or online at www.babsonsdeptstore.com/shop

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Your Favorite Business Periodical, Big Success Magazine, Presents its

7th Annual Conference for Entrepreneurs

- Everything You Need to Know to Market Your Products Online -

You'll learn how to boost your Internet sales while managing your own online store.

April 5 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Traylor Hall

Featuring keynote speaker and winner of Big Success Magazine's Entrepreneur of the Year

Award:

Kyle Rogan, owner of Ottawa Intra Cycles

To register for this can't-miss event,

you must first complete Big Success Magazine's six-week online training course.

To sign up for the course, visit www.bigsuccessmag.ca/toolsforsuccess

OR

If you have already completed the course and wish to attend the conference,

please call (519)-575-8634.

Dear Mr. Marcoux,

We met at a networking event for new entrepreneurs in Toronto last month. You were telling me about the custom-made skateboard business you started last year. It hasn't been that long since I started my own line of cosmetics, so I could relate to some of the challenges you faced. Anyway, I remember that you said you were struggling a bit, so I'm writing to tell you about a conference that's coming up. I think it would be perfect for you because not only is it going to be held in your city, but it also focuses on exactly what you said you were having a hard time with. A friend of mine went to it last year when it took place in Kitchener, and she said it helped her a lot. I just registered for it. If you're interested in going, too, you can find details about it here: www.bigsuccessmag.ca.

Maybe I'll see you there.

Lilianne Maille

June 4

Marjorie Harkness
495 Rue Delacroix
New Orleans, Louisiana 70124

Dear Ms. Harkness,

As you may have heard, Pinefrost Publishing will be releasing the sequel to my novel Adriana's Song this fall. The book will be entitled Tony's Tune, and I have enclosed a complimentary copy of my newest manuscript for you to look over.

I was asked to find someone to write a foreword for the book, and I immediately thought of you. You have given all of my novels very positive reviews in Print Media Magazine, and I appreciate your support very much. Would you be willing to write a short preface for the new book for me?

Feel free to contact me at any time by mobile at 555-4009 or by e-mail at [email protected].

Sincerely yours,

Rory Dansen

Dear Mr. Dansen,

I received a package yesterday with your newest manuscript and an included letter. Thank you so much for thinking of me to write the foreword, and I would be honored to do so for you.

I already started reading through your new work last night and am thoroughly enjoying it so far. However, it will take me some time to get through everything. Could you let me know by when you will need the foreword? Also, would you inform me how long it should be?

Finally, I would be interested in writing a review of the novel for the magazine in the future. Please let me know when I would be able to do so.

Regards,
Marjorie Harkness
Literary critic, PrintMedia Magazine

FOREWORD

In Tony’s Tune, the follow-up to his best-selling novel Adriana's Song, Rory Dansen continues his dramatic story of the lives of the Beaumont family. Drawing from his own childhood and upbringing in the South, Dansen's second book in the series is a fascinating and detailed look at life in the Southern US states in the 1920s.

I have enjoyed many of Mr. Dansen's works over the years, and there is no doubt about his gift for storytelling. His ability to create characters that are complex and captivating is as obvious in Tony's Tune as it is in his other well-known novels, Fortune Fountain and Cry of the Seagull.

Dansen succeeds again in writing what will likely be considered a classic work of literature by generations to come.

Maijorie Harkness