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Question 163 What does Mr. Mathews dislike about the contest?
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What does Mr. Mathews dislike about the contest? (A) That the tourism board can influence its results (B) That it excludes some residents' perspectives. (C) That it has been unsuccessful in the past (D) That it is expensive for the city | At last week's city council meeting, local restaurant owner Emest Mathews complained that the board was essentially ignoring the ideas of anyone who does not use Shoutster. |
Dịch nghĩa | |
Ông Mathews không thích điều gì về cuộc thi? (A) Hội đồng du lịch có thể ảnh hưởng đến kết quả của nó (B) Điều đó loại trừ quan điểm của một số cư dân. (C) Nó đã không thành công trong quá khứ (D) Nó đắt đối với thành phố | Tại cuộc họp hội đồng thành phố tuần trước, chủ nhà hàng địa phương Emest Mathews phàn nàn rằng hội đồng về cơ bản phớt lờ ý kiến của bất kỳ ai không sử dụng Shoutster. |
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Part 7 TOEIC YBM 3 Test 4
- 90 minutes
- 54 questions
Some questions from the same exam
- Questions 147- 148 refer to the following coupon.
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- Questions 149- 150 refer to the following text-message chain.
Jamar Richardson [6:14 P.M]
Hi Amina. I just got approved to attend the University Financial Aid Professionals conference this year, and I saw that you're presenting Why don't we meet up while we’re there?
Amina Nidiaye [6:28 P.M]
Hi, Jamar. Sure, I'd love to catch up. It's been two years since you left, right? I can't believe it. It seems like only yesterday that you were our newest student counselor.
Jamar Richardson [6:31 P.M]
I know! So, my plane will arrive on Thursday at around 7. Could we get together for a late dinner?
Amina Ndiaye [6:33 P.m.]
Hmm. How about lunch on Saturday? I’d like to use Thursday evening to prepare for my presentation.
Jamar Richardson [6:34 p.m.]
That should work.
Amina Ndiaye [6:35 P.M.]
Great. If we don't run into each other before then, let’s text again on Friday to figure out the details.
- Questions 151-152 refer to the following e-mail.
From: <lesterknight@eorpcom>
To: <benita.garza@niy-mailcom>
Subject: Upcoming appointment
Date: January 2
Attachment: Information
Dear Ms. Garza,
Thank you for making an appointment to meet with me on January 17 at 2 p.m. I am excited to have the chance to help you achieve your goals- whether they are buying a house, sending children to university, or something else- through careful money management and smart investing.
In order to make our first meeting as productive as possible, there is some information about your income, assets, debts, and 50 on that you will need to have at hand. Please review the attachment to this e-mail to sce the full range of paperwork that will be necessary. It is also a good idea to think of and write down any questions that you may have for me before coming to my office.
I look forward to meeting you.
Sincerely,
Lester Knight
- Questions 153-155 refer to the following notice.
PUBLIC NOTICE
March 6:
The City of Donnerly proposes the upgrading of a portion of its water distribution system starting in April. — [1] —. Steel pipes of insufficient size for the city’s current needs will be replaced with high-density plastic pipes. — [2] —. A city assessment has determined that this project may have an impact on local wetlands. Therefore, this notice is being given in order to provide residents with an opportunity to express their environmental and safety concerns. — (3] —. The project file, which includes the results of the assessment, is available for public viewing at the Water Services Department in City Hall. Comments on the project may be submitted at the same place until March 27. — [4] —.
- Questions 156-157 refer to the following sign.
Nabors Associates
Please read before using the microwave!
1. Do not use the microwave to heat any foods that are likely to give off a strong smell (e.g, fish).
2. Cover your dish with a lid or paper towel to prevent food from splattering inside the microwave.
3. If your food does splatter or drip in the microwave, clean it up immediately. Cleaning products can be found under the sink.
4. Any problems with the microwave should now be reported to Tony Mitchell in Maintenance (ext. 32), not an office administrator.
- Questions 158-160 refer to the following e-mail.
From: Scott Pham
To: Volunteer List
Subject: Munsect Book Fair
Date: August 7
Hello, Volunteers!
On behalf of the Munseck Book Fair Organizing Committee, I'd like to welcome you all to the team responsible for putting on this wonderful event.
You'll receive an e-mail later this month from the supervisor of your particular area (e.g., exhibitor assistance, transportation, etc.) that specifies details such as where to report for your shift, but I have some general tips and information to share first.
We recommend that all volunteers wear comfortable shoes, as well as bring sunscreen just in case it is needed. Also, because the Hondina Convention Center is a large venue, you should plan to arrive 15 minutes early to ensure that you make it to your shift on time.
No matter what you do at the fair, your priority once you put on your “Volunteer” badge will be to assist the guest. Please take a look at the “Fairgoers Guide” booklet that you will be given at the entrance so that you can help them find convenience facilities. If you're asked a question that you can't answer, direct the asker 1o the nearest information booth.
See you at the fair!
Regards.
Scott Pham
Head Volunteer Coordinator
- Questions 161-163 refer to the following article.
Excitement, Controversy Surround
Tourism Board Contest
The Haspanton Tourism Board has caused a stir with its latest event, the “#MyHaspanton Contest” The contest offers $1,000 to the person who creates a short video that best embodies Haspanton. Videos must be posted to the social media platform Shoutster and tagged with “#MyHaspanton.” The winner will be determined by a combination of the number of “Likes” that each video receives and votes to be submitted by members of the tourism board.
The contest was dreamed up by Ella Forte, the board's newest member as well as its only one under 35. In a phone call yesterday, Ms. Forte said the contest “makes use of both technology and Haspanton's greatest resource—its people.” It has certainly been met with enthusiasm from Shoutster users. Nearly 80 videos have been posted so far, and they have garnered more than 10,000 “Likes” in total.
However, not everyone is pleased with the contest. At last week's city council meeting, local restaurant owner Emest Mathews complained that the board was essentially ignoring the ideas of anyone who does not use Shoutster. “Most of my customers are seniors, and none of them are on Shoutster,” he said. “The side of Haspanton that is represented in this contest is too narrow”. In response, Council Member Juanita Padilla said she would urge the board to consider multiple participation methods for future promotions.
- Questions 164-167 refer to the following online chat discussion.
Selena Horvath
3.49 P.M.
The consultant from Welk Material Handling came in this morning to present her ideas for redesigning the Pookvillo warehouse, right? What did you think?
Amy Carroll
3.50 P.M.
Most of her suggestions were great. For example, she recommended setting up an area near the entrance that would have small quantities of the materials that customers order most frequently. That would cut down our retrieval times.
Selena Horvath
3.50 P.M.
That does sound like a good idea. Did she think we'll need to invest in pallet racks, like we suspected?
Amy Carroll
3.51 P.M.
Yes, but only for that special front area. We could keep stacking the rest of the stock on the floor.
Ronald Eguchi
3.51 P.M.
But she also said we should implement a location-finding system with scannable labels.
Selena Horvath
3.52 P.M.
Hmm, that sounds expensive. But I'm sure it has a huge potential to improve our efficiency.
Amy Carroll
3.53 P.M.
Our thoughts exactly. We asked her how long it would take to recover the cost of the system through the increase in productivity, and she said it depends on which provider we choose.
Ronald Eguchi
3. 54 P.M.
We’re looking for a provider that might be willing to offer us a discount for adopting the system in several warehouses instead of just one.
Selena Horvath
3.55 P.M.
Well, we may decide 1o try out the system in one location before implementing it in the others. But that's an interesting idea. Let me know what you find out.
- Questions 168-171 refer to the following Web page.
http://www.allstons.com/corporate
Allston's >> Corporate Inquiries
For over 40 years, Allston's has been committed to giving our customers the best selection of quality apparel and footwear for every athletic activity. — [1] —. Today, we maintain business relationships with hundreds of vendors who represent some of the country's most popular and exciting products. Still, we are always seeking new brands and styles to sell under the “Allston’s” banner. We boast a large, loyal customer base and fust, dependable payment schedules. In return, we merely ask vendors to follow our reasonable standards for merchandise packing and truck deliveries. — [2] —. To inquire about establishing a vendor relationship with us, please call us at (809) 555-0162 or e-mail us at [email protected]. — [3] — We will be happy to provide testimonials from select existing vendors.
In addition, Allston's is constantly reviewing potential locations for opening new stores. throughout the Midwestern region of the U.S. — [4] —. If you own a suitable commercial property and would like to discuss leasing it to us, please call our Chicago head office at (809) 555-0160.
- Questions 172-175 refer to the following memo.
To: Managers
From: Joon-Tae Shin
Re: Employee treatment
Date: July 20
As you all know, Ms. Noolan hired me earlier this year to be Noolan Software's first full-time human resources employee. One of my duties is looking at our overall situation from a personnel perspective, and now that I have been here for a few months, I have developed some suggestions for improvements. As a small business that hopes to grow into a larger one, it is important that we provide working conditions that attract and keep talented employees.
One important consideration is workload. We should be checking in with employees regularly to ensure that their tasks can be completed in a standard workweek. If your department's workload becomes too heavy, please set up a meeting with Ms. Noolan and me to discuss adding more personnel.
Similarly, employees should feel comfortable taking sick time when needed and using their full allotment of vacation days. This is an important way of protecting their health and morale.
Finally, please allow employees some flexibility in their hours as long as they meet their performance targets. While we are not yet able to support remote work, we can at least empower our employees to manage their own schedules within reason.
All of you, Ms. Noolan, and I will meet on Thursday at 10 AM. to talk about the contents of this memo. Please note that Ms. Noolan has already given her approval of my recommendations, so the meeting will not be an opportunity to debate them. Instead, we will focus on how best to achieve them. Thank you.
- Questions 176-180 refer to the following Web page and e-mail.
www.orosco-pac.org/fscs
Orosco Performing Arts Center
Free Autumn Concert Series
Every Thursday evening from September through November, the center offers a free concert in the Ervin Amphitheater, its most intimate performance space. The series, which is carefully planned to represent a variety of genres, is an excellent chance to see established musicians and discover exciting new ones.
Performances begin at 7 P.M. Reservations are only allowed for bookings of more than 10 people. All other attendees are encouraged to line up at the box office well before the concert in order to secure their tickets.
Upcoming Concerts (Full Schedule)
October 19
Emilia Bernauer: Ms. Bernauer, called “the next big star in classical piano” by renowned concert pianist Roman Huff, wil give a recital of works by French composers.
October 26
The Green Cliff Trio: Enjoy the smooth blending of piano, double bass, and drums that earned the group its prestigious “Album of the Year” honor from Academy of Jazz Music.
November 2
Johnny and The Farmers: The legendary folk band makes its first visit to Helmsped in over a decade! Come and listen to “Broken Banjo" and other hits from its bestselling records.
November 9
Orosco Opera Company: Talented singers from right here
perform famous arias and duets from various operas in Italian and English.
Call 555-0180 for more information, or follow us on social media to see photos of past concerts and receive reminders of upcoming ones.
- Questions 181-185 refer to the following article and letter to the editor.
(February 7)- A Waymarr convenience store is coming to Denold City.
The city's Economic Development Committee (EDC) unanimously approved Waymarr’s plans to construct a 4,600-square-foot convenience store, which will feature a tiled canopy above its 12 gas pumps. It will be built on a plot of vacant land on Milden Drive, near Route 7, and remain open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
To operate the store, the company will have to comply with the city’s noise and traffic reduction regulations. Among other things, it will not be allowed to accept deliveries via heavy trucks between 1:00 A.M. and 5:00 AM., with the exception of gasoline. Trucks will also be unable to access the store from Milden Drive, so Waymarr will build a private road leading to the store's receiving area.
Approval came after a public meeting that included presentations by the company’s own traffic engineers. The residents in attendance voiced a mixture of support and opposition. Betty Timpano, who lives on the 400 block of Milden Drive, said she liked the idea of a convenience store in the neighborhood but had concerns about increased traffic along nearby Ramona Way. As evidence, she showed a digital Video she had shot from her car window during rush hour. It showed heavy vehicle congestion on Ramona Way near Brook Street.
On the other hand, resident Steve Grossick said he would welcome the store because it would provide a “quick, warm bite to eat after work. Currently, the nearest convenience store is a Weisbold Plus shop on Laurel Street, about three Kilometers away.
Dear Editor,
As a lifelong resident of Denold City, T was grateful for your February 7 report on the planned Waymarr convenience store. However, the article contained some incorrect information. The digital video I presented at the public meeting was a recording of congested traffic on my street of residence.
Also, I would like to remind you that two citizens voiced concerns about the modem design of the store. I agree with them that we must try to retain our city's distinctive architectural character. New buildings should, if possible, blend in with our historical structures.
Again, thank you for your reporting.
Sincerely,
Betty Timpano.
- Questions 186-190 refer to the following proposal, advertisement, and customer review.
MINTANA SPA
Proposal for a Sales Promotion
Submitted by Joseph Barham, Sales Assistant
September 2
Form of Promotion: A 15% discount on any service
Target Customer: Nurses
Dates/Duration: Ongoing, starting as soon as possible
Advantages:
- New group of customers. As holders of a job that is high stress but not always well paid, nurses could benefit greatly from our services but may feel that they are not affordable at full price.
- Improvement of our corporate image among the general public.
Challenges:
- Logistical issues. Our staff would have to carefully check the credentials of participants and remember that only services are included in the discount.
Mintana Spa Supports Medical Personnel
Mintana Spa knows that saving lives and providing day-to-day medical care is difficult work. That is why, starting November 1, we will offer a 15% discount on all of our services to nurses, paramedics, and emergency medical technicians.* These include relaxing massages, refreshing facial and body treatments, and cleansing sauna time- even in our new infrared sauna pods, which use infrared light to induce detoxifying sweat and improve circulation! This is our small way of thanking the heroes who keep our community healthy.
Mintana Spa is located at 1200 Whitcomb Road in Bruner. Walk-ins are accepted, but we recommend making an appointment, as our schedule does frequently fill up. Call 555-0122 for more information.
*Proof of eligible employment is required. Note that the discount cannot be used toward spa gift certificates or merchandise.
http://www.brunerbusinessreviews.com/mintanaspa
Bruner Business Reviews
Latest reviews for Mintana Spa:
"I had a day off yesterday, so I visited in the early afternoon to take advantage of their new discount for nurses. They were quite busy for a weekday, and I was lucky that I didn't get turned away for not having an appointment. Still, I never felt hurried by the staff. Everyone was very attentive and treated me like I was the only customer that day. That's what I appreciated the most. In contrast, the benefits of the blueberry extract facial faded by this morning, and the sauna pod, while relaxing, wasn't much better than a hot bath. I will probably go to this spa again but try some different services next time.”
By Teisha Coyne, November 12
- Questions 191-195 refer to the following article, e-mail, and excerpt from a report.
Arabic Language Exam To Be Administered in Cobshaw
By Sheila Ridenour
COBSHAW (May 13)- The National Foreign Language Association (NFLA). a non-profit organization committed to advancing Americans’ competency in languages other than English, will begin offering its Arabic language proficiency test in Cobshaw. The Test of Competency in Arabic (TOCIA) will be administered twice a year starting this July.
Ken Reed, an NFLA official, says the decision was an easy one to reach. “We noticed that there have been a lot of test-takers
coming from the Cobshaw region.” He believes that this is thanks to the University of Cobshaw's Arabic language program. The program also, he says, supplies local people qualified to administer the test, as such work requires some knowledge of the language. The TOCIA consists of a 50-minute listening section and a 70-minute reading section. The first exam will be held in the university's Duckett Auditorium, though Mr. Reed says other venues may be added if there are over 150 test-takers. Registration, which costs $40, must be completed online at www.nfla.org/tocia by 5 P.M. on June 4.
- Questions 196-200 refer to the following e-mails and Web page.
To: Nick Borrows <[email protected]> :
From: Vanessa Castle <[email protected]>
Date: April 20
Subject: San Diego
Attachment: Revised presentation
Hi Nick,
I just wanted to give you an update on the slides for our presentation in San Diego next week. I've left the graphs and balance sheet as they are, but I've made the pictures of our products a little bigger and sharper. I also have some notes about the text of the slides, but I didn't want to alter it without talking to you first. I'll send my ideas in a separate file.
Also, we need to book a flight. For the way there, there are four options available on our preferred carrier. I don't know about you, but I'd like to take the one that gets us there in the evening. It would allow us to prepare here in the office for most of the day but also arrive in time to relax a bit. If you agree, I'll book it before I leave today.
Let me know.
-Vanessa
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