TOEFL Reading

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TOEFL
PRACTICE
SECTION
1 I
LISTENING COMPREHENSION
Time – approximately 35 minutes
(Including the reading of the directions for each part)
In this section of the test, you will have an opportunity to demonstrate
your ability to understand conversation and talks in English. There
are three parts to his section. Answer all the questions on the basis
of what is stated or implied by the speakers you hear. Do not take
notes or write in your test book at any time. Do not turn the pages
until you are told to do so.
Part A
Directions: In Part A you will hear short conversations between

two people. After each conversation, you will hear a question
about the conversation. The conversation and questions will not
be repeated. After you hear a question, read the four possible
answers in your test book and choose the best answer. Then, on
your answer sheet, find the number of the question and fill in the
space that corresponds to the letter of the answer you have chosen.
Listen to an example. Sample Answer

On the recording, you hear: A
(woman) : He’s very smart and majestic. B

(man) : Yup. I love the way he’s teaching.
C
(narrator) : Who is the man likely to be?
D
In your test book, you read:
A. A chef C. A driver
B. A teacher D. A photographer
You learn from the conversation that the man loves he’s teaching.
It means that his job is teaching and the other word he is a
teacher. The best answer to the question, “Who is the man likely
to be?” is (A) “A teacher” Therefore, the correct choice is (B).
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Recording material of TOEFL PRACTICE 1 : LISTENING
COMPREHENSION (PART A)
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1. (man) : On the last meeting, we’ve ever talked about it.
(woman) : But I don’t remember it.
(narrator) : What does the woman mean?
2. (woman) : My father looks for his newspaper. Do you see

it?
(man) : Oh, your grandmother is reading it.
(narrator) : What does the man mean?
3. (man) : The building is so high.

(woman) : Umm, that tower can be higher.
4. (woman) : I order a glass of tomato juice and beef steak.

(man) : OK. Wait a minute.
(narrator) :
Where does the conversation probably take
place?
5. (man) : It’s not an easy job.

(woman) : I know. But you can’t refuse it.
6. (woman) : May I help you, Sir?

(man) : I want to deliver this mail for Mrs. London.
(narrator) : Who is the man likely to be?
7. (man) : What do you think about me now?

(woman) : You look so gorgeous.
8. (woman) : Complete this Test 1 – The introductory Level

Practice Test. I give you twenty-five minutes.
(man) : Yes, Ma’am.
(narrator) : Where is the conversation taking place?
9. (man) : I have a plan for going to the beach on Sunday.

(woman) : So do I.
10. (woman) : Today is beautiful day.

(man) : Well, it can be more beautiful.
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11. (man) : I heard that there is a new cafe.
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12. (man) : The little boy is very active.

(woman) : He is my son.
13. (woman) : I can’t find a sweater that I want.

(man) : Why don’t you go to another shop?
14. (man) : How was your holiday?

(woman) : I enjoyed my holiday so much.
15. (woman) : How many people will go there?

(man) : Only my brother. I won’t go there.
16. (man) : Our time is limited. We should finish this job

soon.
(woman) : I’ll say.
17. (woman) : I’m sorry. I’ve made you waiting for so long.
(man) : It’s ok. Don’t worry about it.
18. (man) : Excuse me. Can I have some palm sugar?

(woman) : Oh, I’m sorry. It’s empty. It will be available
tomorrow.
19. (woman) : The darkness is very scary.

(man) : Why don’t you put on the lamp?
20. (man) : Oh my God. I hate that person.

(woman) : He is very impolite.
21. (woman) : I’m looking for Mr. James.

(man) : Oh. He is absent today.
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22. (man) : Do you see my teeth?It’s sore.
(woman) : Well, it should be cleaned and patched. Words Corner
(narrator) : Who is the woman likely to be?
23. (woman) : Where is our working paper?

(man) : Oh, Lance is copying it.
24. (man) : It is museum, isn’t it?

(woman) : Yes, it is. It is built few months ago. It is close
to my father’s office.
25. (woman) : How’s your day?

(man) : My day is beautiful. It is so great.
26. (man) : The new day has come. We should face our
life vigorously.
(woman) : You can say that again.
27. (woman) : Be careful, Don.

(man) : Don’t worry. The pool isn’t deep.
28. (man) : The painting is wonderful.

(woman) : Yup. It is hung by father.
29. (woman) : This room is not wide enough.

(man) : Why don’t you widen it?
30. (man) : The assignment should be collected on

Tuesday.
(woman) : That’s good idea.
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1. A. She forgets it.
B. She didn’t come at the last meeting.
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D. She was missing the meeting.
2. A. The man’s grandmother is reading the newspaper.

B. Her grandmother is read the newspaper.
C. The newspaper is read by the woman’s newspaper.
D. The newspaper is read by the man’s newspaper.
3. A. The building is higher than the tower.

B. The building is not that high.
C. The tower is shorter than the building.
D. The tower is not that high.
4. A. At the post office C. At the bus stop

B. At the market D. At the restaurant
5. A. He must give that job to somebody else.

B. He must accept that job.
C. He must avoid that job.
D. He must stay away from that job.
6. A. A postman C. An economist
B. A policeman D. A soldier
7. A. The man is handsome.

B. The man isn’t nice.
C. The woman loves the man.
D. The woman doesn’t like the man.
8. A. At the canteen C. In the music studio

B. At the airport D. In the classroom
9. A. She wants to go with the man.

B. She has similar plan with the man.
C. She prefers staying at home then going to the beach.
D. She hates the beach.
10. A. Today is really beautiful.

B. She is beautiful.
C. The day is not that beautiful.
D. The man likes a beautiful girl.
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11. A. The cafe is in her house.
B. She builds a new cafe in her house.
C. The cafe is close to her house. Words Corner
D. They want to go the cafe.
12. A. The little boy is her student.

B. The little boy is her boyfriend.
C. She loves the boy.
D. The little boy is her son.
13. A. Visiting a different store.

B. Buying something else.
C. Making her own sweater.
D. Eating a bowl of soup.
14. A. He spent the holiday on the beach.

B. His holiday was relaxing.
C. He needed enjoyable holiday.
D. His holiday was bad.
15. A. The man and his brother go there together.

B. Only the man goes there and his brother stays at home.
C. The man stays at home.
D. The woman and the man’s brother go there together.
16. A. She has finished the job.

B. She can’t finish the job soon.
C. She disagrees with the man.
D. She has similar idea with the man.
17. A. He is very angry.

B. He is bored.
C. He can’t forgive her.
D. He gives her forgiveness.
18. A. The palm sugar has been sold out.

B. The palm sugar is very expensive.
C. The man has no money to buy it.
D. The woman has much palm sugar.
19. A. Taking a lamp

B. Switching off the lamp
C. Switching on the lamp
D. Buying a new lamp
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20. A. The person is well-behaved.
B. She likes the person.
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D. She knows the person well.
21. A. Mr. James is in the class.

B. Mr. James is at home.
C. Mr. James is not present.
D. Mr. James doesn’t want to meet her.
22. A. A repairwoman C. A saleswoman

B. A dentist D. A designer
23. A. The working paper is being copied by Lance.

B. Lance makes a cup of coffee.
C. They are drinking coffee.
D. The coffee is very expensive.
24. A. The museum has been closed.

B. The museum isn’t far from her father’s office.
C. The museum has nice closet.
D. Her father is working at the museum.
25. A. He meets a beautiful girl.

B. He is a great man.
C. He feels so happy.
D. She is very beautiful.
26. A. She doesn’t understand the man’s utterance.

B. She doesn’t hear the man.
C. She has different idea from the man.
D. She agrees with the man.
27. A. The pool is so deep. C. It is so full.

B. The pool is shallow. D. He is fool.
28. A. Her father hangs the painting.

B. Her father is hung the painting.
C. Her father likes the painting.
D. She buys the painting with her father.
29. A. Expanding the room

B. Painting the room
C. Finding a new room
D. Moving another room
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30. A. She can’t do it. C. She is not fine.
B. She is able to do it. D. She has another idea.
Words Corner
Part B
Directions: In this part of the test, you will hear longer

conversations. After each conversation, you will hear several
questions. The conversation and the questions will not be repeated.
After you hear a question, read the four possible answers in your
test book and choose the best answer. Then, on your answer sheet,
find the number of the question and fill in the space that corresponds
to the letter of the answer you have chosen.
Here is an example.
On the recording, you hear:

(narrator) : Questions 31 through 32. Listen to the conversation
between two people.
(man) : Hi, why you look so angry?
(woman) : There are so many ads on TV, especially during
my favorite programs. We think they should be
stopped for a number of reasons.
(man) : That’s a good idea. But, what are the reasons?
woman) : Ads are a nuisance and a bad influence on people.
(man) : Yea, I think you’re right.
1. Question : Sample Answer

(narrator) : What is the topic of
the conversation? B
In your test book, you read: C

A. Ads on TV
D
B. Favorite TV programs
C. The angry woman
D. TV’s influence on people
Based on the conversation, the suitable answer for question

‘What is the topic of the conversation?’ is Ads on TV. It is
according to the first woman’s statement ‘There are so
many ads on TV.’ Therefore, the best choice is (A).
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2. On the recording, you hear: Sample Answer
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does the woman
have to Stop the ads B
on TV?
C
D
A. four C. two
B. three D. one
Based on the woman’s statement ‘Ads are a nuisance

and a bad influence on people’, it can be known that there
are two reasons to stop ads on TV. Therefore, the correct
choice is (C).

COMPREHENSION (PART B)

between two people.
(woman) : Oh my God. Working in the hospital isn’t always
enjoyable.
(man) : But, why? Is everything OK?
(woman) : Working with older people is much more difficult.
They take much longer to get better.
(man) : I see. But you should be patient.
(woman) : I know. Somedays nothing goes right and then it’s
very frustating.
(man) : I believe you can do your job well.
(woman) : Nurses always try to do their best for all patients.
Questions:
31. (narrator) : What are the woman and the man talking about?
32. (narrator) : Why is working with older people much more
difficult?
33. (narrator) : What is the meaning of the word ‘patient’ in the
statement ‘But you should be patient’?
34. (narrator) : Who is the woman likely to be?
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31. A. Working in the hospital
B. Being patient
C. Bad job Words Corner
D. Unenjoyable situation
32. A. Because they are too old.

B. Because they take much longer to get better.
C. Because they are fussy.
D. Because they don’t have money.
33. A. Person who receives medical treatment.

B. Ability to accept delay or annoyance.
C. Having or showing patience.
D. Ability to wait calmly.
34. A. A patient C. A nutritionist

B. A health consultant D. A nurse

between two people.
(man) : How’s your study in Australia?
(woman) : It was nice. You know what, Australia has three
levels of government, the federal, state and local
government.
(man) : Are these levels of govenment necessary?
(woman) : Sure. The federal government is necessary for big
things. They keep the economy in order and look
after things like defense.
(man) : How about the state and the local government?
(woman) : The state government looks after law and order
whereas the local government is necessary for
preventing like collecting rubbish, order wise
everyone would have diseases.
(man) : So, those are reasons why the three levels of
government are necessary, right?
(woman) : Yes, absolutely.
Questions:
35. (narrator) : What is the topic of the conversation?
36. (narrator) : How many levels of government are in Australia?
37. (narrator) : Why is the federal government necessary?
38. (narrator) : Who was studying in Australia?
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35. A. The federal government of Australia
B. Studying at Australia
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D. Three levels of Australia’s government
36. A. Four levels C. Two levels

B. Three levels D. One level
37. A. Because it looks after things like Defense.

B. Because it looks after law and order.
C. Because it prevents things like collecting rubbish.
D. Because it orders wise everyone would have diseases.
38. A. The man’s brother C. The woman

B. The woman’s sister D. The man
Part C
Directions: In this part of the test, you will hear several talks. After
each talk, you will hear some questions. The talks and questions
will not be repeated.
test book and choose the best answer. Then on your answer sheet,
find the number of the question and fill in the space that corresponds
to the letter of the answer you have chosen.
Here is an example.

(narrator) : Listen to the talk about internet for student.
(woman) : In this global era, the internet is very necessary
for student. When we get school assignment,
we can get the data from the internet. Internet
always provides us the most current data for our
assignment. Internet is very important when we
think that learning in the classroom is not enough.
If you often visit many websites, you will get a lot
of information which can support your lessons. We
should use the internet to improve ourselves.
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Now listen to a sample question. Sample Answer
39. (narrator) : What is the topic of the talk? A Words Corner
A. Global era B
B. Internet for student
C
C. School assignment
D. Data from the internet D
The best answer to the question ‘What is the topic of the

talk?’ is (B) Internet for student. It is based on a statement
‘the internet is very necessary for student’. Therefore, the
correct choice is (B).
Now listen to another sample question. Sample Answer

40. (narrator) : What will student
A
get from the internet?
In your test book, you read: B
A. A lot of information
A. Much money C
B. The answers of the assignments D
C. Advertisement
The best answer to the question ‘What will student get from
the internet?’ is (A) A lot of information. It is based on a
statement ‘If you often visit many websites, you will get a lot
of information which can support your lessons.’ Therefore,
the correct choice is (A).

COMPREHENSION (PART C)
(narrator) : Questions 1 through 4. Listen to the talk about the

impact of cars.
(man) : Cars should be banned in the city. As we all know,
cars create pollution, and cause a lot of road deaths
and other accidents. Firstly, cars contribute to most
of the pollution in the world. Cars emit a deadly
gas that causes illness such as bronchitis, lung
cancer, and ‘triggers off asthma. Some of these
illnesses are so bad that people can die from them.
Secondly, the city is very busy. Pedestrians wander
everywhere and cars commonly hit pedestrians in
the city, which causes them to die. Cars to day
are our roads biggest killers. Thirdly, cars are very
noisy. If you live in the city, you may find it hard to
sleep at night, or concentrate on your homework,
and especially talk to someone. So, cars should be
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illnesses are so bad that people can die from them.
Secondly, the city is very busy. Pedestrians wander
everywhere and cars commonly hit pedestrians in
the city, which causes them to die. Cars to day
are our roads biggest killers. Thirdly, cars are very
sleep at night, or concentrate on your homework,
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banned from the city for the reasons listed.
Questions:
39. (narrator) : What does the talk discuss about?
40. (narrator) : What is the impact of the cars?
41. (narrator) : Why are people in the city hard to sleep at night?
42. (narrator) : What is the meaning of the word ‘banned’?
39. A. Cars in the city C. Pollution in the world

B. The impact of cars D. Heart illness
40. A. Creating pollution

B. Saving the pedestrians
C. Helping the people
D. Disappearing the pollution
41. A. Because they aren’t sleepy.

B. Because they have to work.
C. Because they enjoy the night.
D. Because they are disturbed by cars’ noise.
42. A. Forbid C. Refuse

B. Forbad D. Lost
(narrator) : Questions 5 through 8. Listen to the talk about how

to make an advertisement.
(woman) : An advertisement or an ad is a public promotion
or announcement of some products or services.
It is made with the purpose to persuade the
readers to use the product. An ad is a thin sheet of
information. To make an advertisement you should
follow these steps. Firstly, you should use short
simple sentences. Secondly, don’t forget to use the
font types and sizes that are easily read. Thirdly,
you should try to persuade the readers to buy the
product. Fourthly,you should tell the good side
of the product. Finally, you must give the contact
address or person clearly. To find advertisement,
you can see in some commercial advertising
media include billboards, radio, TV, magazine, and
newspaper.
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you should try to persuade the readers to buy the
product. Fourthly,you should tell the good side
of the product. Finally, you must give the contact
address or person clearly. To find advertisement,
you can see in some commercial advertising
media include billboards, radio, TV, magazine, and
newspaper. Words Corner
Questions:
43. (narrator) : What is the topic of the talk?
44. (narrator) : What is the purpose of an advertisement?
45. (narrator) : How many steps to make an advertisement are
there?
46. (narrator) : Where can we find advertisement?
43. A. The meaning of an ad.

B. The purpose of an ad.
C. How to make an ad.
D. How to find ana ad in media
44. A. To persuade the readers to use the product.

B. To describe the product.
C. To sell the product.
D. To entertain the readers.
45. A. Six steps C. Four steps

B. Five steps D. Three steps
46. A. In the letter C. In the receipt

B. In the magazine D. In the bill
(narrator) : Questions 9 through 12. Listen to the talk about US

cyber protection.
(man) : The threat of cyber attacks on the US power grid
should be dealts with by a single federal agency,
not the welter of groups now charged with the
electric system’s security. In a report on the future
of the US electric grid, through 2030, the team
recommended that the federal agency should work
with industry and have the appropiate regulatory
authority to enhance cyber security preparedness,
response and recovery. To cope with an expected
increase in renewable sources such as wind and
solar power, where energy is often generated far
from the densely populated areas where it is used,
the panel recommended granting more authority to
the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to site
transmission facilities that cross state lines.
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authority to enhance cyber security preparedness,
response and recovery. To cope with an expected
increase in renewable sources such as wind and
solar power, where energy is often generated far
from the densely populated areas where it is used,
the panel recommended granting more authority to
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transmission facilities that cross state lines.
Questions:
47. (narrator) : What does the talk discuss about?
48. (narrator) : Why should the federal agency work with industry
and have the appropriate regulatory authority?
49. (narrator) : Who is siting the transmission facilities that cross
state lines?
50. (narrator) : What is the meaning of the word ‘granting’?
47. A Electric system’s security

B. US electric grid
C. US cyber protection
D. Federal agency
48. A. Because it is necessary to cope the problems.

B. Because it is important to decrease the touble.
C. Because it is needed to enhance cyber security
preparedness, response, and recovery.
D. Because it is granting more authority to the Federal
Energy Regulatory Commission.
49. A. Federal agency

B. The people
C. The reseachers
D. The Commission of Federal Energy Regulatory
50. A. allowing
B. asking
C. receiving
D. trying
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SECTION II Words Corner
STRUCTURE AND WRITTEN

EXPRESSION
Time – 25 minutes
(Including the reading of the directions)
This section is designed to measure your ability to recognize

language that is appropriate for standard written English. There are
two types of questions in this section, with special directions for
each type.
STRUCTURE
Directions: Questions 1 – 15 are incomplete sentences. Beneath
each sentence you will see four words or phrases, marked (A), (B),
(C), and (D). Choose the one word or phrase that best completes
the sentence. Then, on your answer sheet, find the number of the
question and fill in the space that corresponds to the letter of the
answer you have chosen. Fill in the space so that the letter inside
the oval cannot be seen.
Look at the following examples:
Example I : Sample Answer

Tourists are willing_____a significant
A
amount to have good
A. sanitary experiences. B
B. pay
C
C. to pay
D. pays D
E. to paid
The sentence should read, “Tourists are willing to pay a significant

amount to have good sanitary experiences. Therefore, you should
choose (B) to pay.
Example II : Sample Answer

Can I_____to move somewhere to
A
have a better environment?
A. afford C. to afford B
B. affords D. affording
C
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The sentence should read, “Can I afford to move somewhere to
have a better environment?” Therefore, you should choose (A)
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Now, begin work on the questions
1. What kind of losses might we______in the absence of

improved sanitation?
A. incure C incuring
B. incures D incured
2. The 13 were part of a 21-man crew_____were released

on Friday apparently after Singaporean authorities paid a
ransomto the Somali pirates.
A. which C whom
B. who D whose
3. The tanker was hijaked_____it was carrying palm oil from

Indonesia to Europe in March.
A. who C when
B. whose D where
4. I think it’s taken some time for people______the importance of

improved sanitation.
A. realize C. have realized
B. realizes D. to realize
5. We have_____official letters to the Foreign Ministry, the

police, the Transportation Ministry and the Manpower
and Transmigration Ministry to investigate the seafarers’
recruitment.
A. send C. sending
B. sends D. sent
6. They generally_____very clean beaches and they_____their

waste well.
A. have – manages C. has – manage
B. have – manage D. has – manages
7. If possible, the researchers should____cultivate the ulin tree

bearing jack fruit.
A. be able C. be able to be
B. be able to D. able to
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8. The students are now______about the language, culture,
and geography of Germany at the Institute for Community
Development at the Indonesian Education University in Words Corner
Bandung.
A. learning C. to learn
B. learnt D. learn
9. The ultimate goal of disaster risk science_____to understand

disasters and risks.
A. are C. were
B. is D. have
10. In Indonesia, the systematic study of disasters through an

inter-disciplinary approach______.
A. are just beginning C. is just beginning
B. were just beginning D. have just begun
11. Many people want to know_____is going on in Aceh eight

years after the tsunami.
A. who C. whose
B. why D. what
12. From a management science perspective, managing

expectations of diverse stakeholders____a difficult job.
A. is C. were
B. are D. do
13. In a dance, there are_____stops, and the stops are not about
being stagnant.
A. a C. several
B. an D. one
14. One of the kids that I interviewed at the museum_____El.

A. is name C. are named
B. was named D. were named
15. The show______the true inner resilience of the people that

needs to be explored.
A. demonstrate C. demonstrating
B. demonstrates D. demonstration
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WRITTEN EXPRESSION
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sdroW Directions: In questions 16 – 40, each sentence has four underlined
words or phrases. The four underlined parts of the sentence are
marked (A), (B), (C), and (D). Identify the one underlined word or
phrase that must be changed in order for the sentence to be correct.
Then, on your answer sheet, find the number of the question and fill
in the space that corresponds to the letter of the answer you have
chosen.
Look at the following examples
Tsunami science were invented for A

A B C
B
tsunami risk reduction.
D C
The sentence should read, “Tsunami science D

was invented for tsunami risk reduction.”
Therefore, you should choose (B).
The problems surrounding our fish A

A B
B
industry is obvious.
C D C
The sentence should read, “The problems D

surrounding our fish industry are obvious.”
Therefore, you should choose (C).
16. According to the Maritime Affairs and Fisheries Ministry’s data,

Indonesia’s fish production is 10.83 million tons last year.
17. A war with China over Taiwan or the Spartly Islands are simple
to start but hard to end, and could very easily escalate.
18. If I look at it in the arc of my career, it was a tiny jobs, and in a

A B C
place that hasn’t really been that significant, frankly, to me.
D
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19. My lesson to my students are they have to be open and alert
A B
at every turn. Words Corner
C D
20. They thought I was not normal because I was very

A B C
difference from everybody else in my family.
D
21. I would have expect some discussion in the management

A
discussion and analysis of how this has had a positive impact
B C
on these banks’ operating results.
D
22. I asked officials at Citigroup and Morgan Stanley about these

A B C
disclosure.
D
23. The rules is found in a section of the S.E.C.’s Codification of

A B C
Financial Reporting Policies.
D
24. Investors didn’t know what dire the situation was at these
A B C D
institutions.
25. Numbers for individual companies was equally astonishing.

A B C D
26. The Fed says that the money it lent in these programs was
A B
paid back without generates any losses.
C D
27. The rules grows out of the savings and loan crisis, during
A
which hundreds of banks failed and others received
B C D
government help.
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28. Other banks kept silent on these activities or mentioned them
A B C
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sdroW in passing with few specific.
D
29. During a group discussion, it can be difficult for the group

A B
to know how and when begin the discussion.
C D
30. Did you both understand all the points in the lecture and
A B
catching all the information?
C D
31. Please, decide on three things to observes that will give you
A B C
information about the pace of life at your school.
D
32. General Electric is most famous for his electric appliances, but
A B C
it also makes jet engines, electric motors, and much more.
D
33. Vossoughi found out that most people prefers attractive

A
headsets that they can touch and use without thinking.
B C D
34. They both know how to think outside the box and created
A B C D
success after success.
35. Because of Barbara works at the restaurant in the morning,

A B
she usually arrives five to ten minutes late to class.
C D
36. The professor will tells you the big picture or the general plan
A B C
of the lecture.
D
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37. You should listen for the words and expression that professors
A B C
use to tell you the big picture of the lecture. Words Corner
D
38. To help students understand the listening strategy, she

A B C
should discuss the situation and answer the questions.
D
39. Some companies can be successful use traditional ways of

A B
creating new products, but other companies are successful
C
when they think outside the box.
D
40. Using an informal outline with indentation will help you

A B
remember who information is more important and which
C
information is related but less important.
D
SECTION
READING COMPREHENSION
Time – 55 minutes
This section is designed to measure your ability to read and

understand passages.
Directions: In this section you will read several passages. Each

one is followed by a number of questions about it. You are to choose
the one best answer; (A), (B), (C), or (D), to each question. Then,
on your answer sheet, find the number of the question and fill in the
Answer all questions about the information in a passage on the

basis what is implied or stated in that passage.
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Example Read the following passage:
Line 1 Independent colleges and universities are private,
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sdroW nonprofit institutions. Many independent colleges and
Line 5 universities originated as church-related institutions,
although a majority of these are no longer affiliated
with religious groups. The most common independent
Line 10 colleges and universities include (1) liberal arts institu-
tions that offer comprehensive undergraduate educa-
tion, (2) technical or specialized institutions that pre-
pare students in engineering, performing arts, music,
nursing and other fields, and (3) large universities that
include undergraduate programs in addition to gradu-
ate and professional schools.
Question I Sample Answer

What is the characteristic of
A
independent colleges and universities?
A. They are non-private B
B. They are private
C. They are state C
D. They are dependent D
According to the passage line 1, Independent colleges and

universities are private, nonprofit institutions, maka diketahui
bahwa Independent colleges and universities bersifat private.
Question II Sample Answer

According to the passage, which
A
statement is NOT true?
A. Few colleges and universities B
originated as church-related
institutions. C
B. The most common independent D
colleges and universities include
liberal arts institutions.
C. Independent colleges and universities include technical or
specialized institutions.
D. Independent colleges and universities prepare students
in engineering, performing arts, music, nursing and other
fields.
The passage states that Many colleges and universities originated

as church-related institutions. Therefore, you should choose (A).
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Words Corner
Questions 1 – 8 : This passage below is for questions number 1 up
to 8. Choose the best answer based on the passage.
Line 1 The Eiffel Tower was built for the International Ex-
hibition of Paris of 1889 commemorating the centenary
of the French Revolution. The Prince of Wales, later
King Edward VII of England, opened it. Of the 700
Line 5 proposals submitted in a design competition, Gustave
Eiffel’s was unanimously chosen. However it was not
accepted by all at first, and a petition of 300 names
- including those of Maupassant, Emile Zola, Charles
Garnier (architect of the Opéra Garnier), and Dumas
the Younger - protested its construction. At 300 meters
(320.75 m including antenna), and 7,000 tons, it was
the world’s tallest building until 1930.
1. What is the passage talking about?

A. Eiffel tower’s history C. French Revolution
B. The Prince of Wales D. British Revolution
2. What was the purpose of building Eiffel tower?

A. It was for French’s Independent symbol.
B. It was for the International Exhibition of Paris of 1889
commemorating the centenary of the French Revolution.
C. It was for England Independent symbol.
D. It was for friendship symbol between French and England.
3. The word it in Line 4 refers to______.

A. Prince of Wales C. Eiffel tower
B. French D. King Edward VII
4. If the Eiffel tower was built in 1889, it means that it will be_____
years old in 2012.
A. 122 C. 133
B. 123 D. 143
5. According to the passage, which statement is NOT true?

A. Eiffel tower is in Paris, French.
B. Eiffel tower was the tallest tower until 1930.
C. Eiffel tower is 300 meters.
D. Eiffel tower is 700 tons.
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6. Who was the architect of the Opéra Garnier?
A. King Edward VII C. Charles Garnier
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sdroW B. Emile Zola D. Prince of Wales
7. The word protested in Line 10 can be replaced by______.

A. supported C. avoid
B. refused D. contradicted
8. The word its in Line 10 refers to_____.

A. Eiffel tower
B. Dumas the Younger
C. architect
D. Emile Zola
Questions 9 – 18 : This passage below is for questions number 9

up to 18. Choose the best answer based on the passage.
Line 1 The Quebec Bridge, located at mile 2.70, Bridge

Sub-division Quebec City, Quebec, Canada, was
considered the eighth “Wonder of The World”, when
construction was completed in 1919. It is the long-
Line 5 est cantilever, steel Railway Bridge in the world. Its
“sister” bridge is the Firth of Forth Bridge in Scotland.
The Quebec Bridge is a riveted steel structure with
8,000,000 square feet of coatable structural steel. The
overall length is 3239 feet and the width is 94 feet. The
Line 10 bridge is 340 feet high, from the top of the cantilever to
the water below. Each cantilever span is 580 feet long.
The Quebec Bridge accommodates 1 rail line, 3

lanes of automotive traffic and 2 pedestrian walkways.
The Quebec Bridge was declared a historic monument
in 1987, by the Canadian & American Society of Civil
Engineers and a National Historic Site on January 24,
1996 by the Department of Canadian Heritage.

A. The Quebec Bridge C. Canada
B. Quebec City D. Canadian
10. The Quebec Bridge was completed in 1919, it means that it

will be_____years old in 2019.
A. 90 C. 100
B. 99 D. 109
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11. The word it in Line 4 refers to_____.
A. The Quebec Bridge
B. Quebec City Words Corner
C. Canada
D. construction
12. According to the passage, the Firth of Forth Bridge in Scotland

is______.
A. the rival of the Quebec Bridge
B. the sister bridge of the Quebec Bridge
C. the brother bridge of the Quebec Bridge
D. the duplicate of the Quebec Bridge
13. According to the passage, which statement is true?

A. The Quebec Bridge is a riveted steel structure with
80,000,000 square feet of coatable structural steel.
B. The Quebec Bridge accommodates 1 rail line, 2 lanes of
automotive traffic and 3 pedestrian walkways.
C. The Quebec Bridge was declared a historic monument in
1978.
D. The Quebec Bridge is 340 feet high
14. According to the passage, “The overall length is 3239 feet”.

If one feet is 30 centimeters, it means the overall length
is______centimeters.
A. 97017 C. 97170
B. 97107 D. 97710
15. Where in the passage does the author describe the Quebec
Bridge’s structure?
A. Line 1 – 2 C. Line 5 – 6
B. Line 3 – 4 D. Line 7 – 8
16. The word each in Line 8 can be replaced by_____.

A. some C. every
B. several D. all
17. Who did declare the Quebec Bridge as the historic monument
in 1987?
A. The Canadian & American Society of Civil Engineers
B. The Department of Canadian Heritage
C. The Canadian Community
D. The Prime Minister of Canada
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18. According to the passage, when was the Quebec Bridge
declared as a National Historic Site?
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sdroW A. On January 24, 1969 C. On January 24, 1978
B. On January 24, 1996 D. On January 24, 1987
Questions 19 – 26 : This passage below is for questions number

19 up to 26. Choose the best answer based on the passage.
Line 1 Umbilical cord blood, like bone marrow, contains

valuable stem cells that can be used to treat life-threat-
ening illnesses, such as leukemia, lymphoma, sickle
cell anemia, and immune deficiency and metabolic dis-
Line 5 eases. A baby’s cord blood can be donated to a public
bank or stored at a private bank for future use in a
sibling or parent who has an illness that can be treated
by a cord blood transplant.
A number of both public and private banks exist

Line 10 that can store cord blood for future use. The Nation-
al Marrow Donor Program, which is overseen by the
U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration,
launched a program in October 2008 that provides
families affected by life-threatening diseases with the
opportunity to store a new baby’s cord blood at no cost.
19. What is the topic of the passage?

A. Umbilical cord blood
B. Cord blood banking and donation
C. Leukemia
D. The National Marrow Donor Program
20. According to the passage, umbilical cord blood can be used to

treat, except _____.
A. heart attack C. lymphoma
B. leukemia D. immune deficiency
21. The word who in Line 7 refers to_____.

A. blood C. a sibling or parent
B. baby’s cord blood D. public bank
22. The word store in Line 6 can be replaced by_____.

A. distribute C. save
B. service D. sell
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23. When is the National Marrow Donor Program launched?
A. October 1998 C. December 2008
B. December 1998 D. October 2008 Words Corner
24. If the passage mentions that “Health Resources and Services

Administration, launched a program in October 2008 that
provides families affected by life-threatening diseases with the
opportunity to store a new baby’s cord blood at no cost.”, it
means______.
A. the program is free
B. the program needs a lot of money
C. the program is only for rich people
D. the program is not for poor men
25. The word affected in Line 14 has a close meaning with_____.

A. pushed C. gave
B. motivated D. influenced

A. Umbilical cord blood, like bone marrow, contains valuable
stem cells.
B. The National Marrow Donor Program, which is overseen by
the U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration,
launched a program in October 2009.
C. A baby’s cord blood can be donated to a public bank or
stored at a private bank.
D. The National Marrow Donor Program provides families
affected by life-threatening diseases with the opportunity
to store a new baby’s cord blood at no cost.

Line 1 The Great Buddha of Kamakura (Daibutsu in

Japanese) in Japan is a representation of Buddha
Amitaba the Lord of the Western Pure Land. The
bronze statue of Amita Buddha, which is worshipped
Line 5 by the followers of the Pure Land sect of Buddhism
as a savior, was cast in 1252 and is Kamakura’s most
important tourist site. Once housed in a huge hall, the
statue today sits in the open, the original temple hav-
ing been washed away by a tsunami in 1495. Cast in
Line 10 bronze and weighing close to 850 tonnes, the statue
is 13.35 meter tall. The latest repairs to the Buddha
were completed in 1960. These strengthened the
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neck and made it possible for the Buddha’s body to
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sdroW move freely on the base to prevent a damaging shock
to the statue in case of an earthquake.

A. The Great Buddha of Kamakura in Japan
B. The bronze statue of Amita Buddha
C. The Pure Land sect of Buddhism
D. Tsunami in 1495
28. The word which in Line 4 refers to_____.

A. The Great Buddha of Kamakura in Japan
B. The bronze statue of Amita Buddha
C. Japan
D. the followers
29. When was the original temple washed?

A. In 1954 C. In 1594
B. In 1945 D. In 1495
30. How tall is the statue?

A. 13.53 meter tall C. 15.33 meter tall
B. 13.35 meter tall D. 15.35 meter tall

A. Daibutsu is a representation of Buddha Amitaba the Lord
of the Western Pure Land.
B. The bronze statue of Amita Buddhawas cast in 1252.
C. The latest repairs to the Buddha were completed in 1960.
D. Cast in bronze and weighing close to 805 tonnes.
32. The word completed in Line 12 can be replaced by______.

A. finished C. began
B. built D. full
33. According to the passage, what is the latest repair of Buddha

for?
A. To strengthen the body.
B. To make it possible for the Buddha’s neck to move freely.
C. To make it possible for the Buddha’s body to move freely
on the base to prevent a damaging shock to the statue in
case of an earthquake.
D. To prevent an earthquake.
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Words Corner
Line 1 A heart attack happens if the flow of oxygen-
rich blood to a section of heart muscle suddenly be-
comes blocked. Most heart attacks occur as a result
of coronary heart disease (CHD). CHD is a condition
Line 5 in which a waxy substance called plaque builds up
inside of the coronary arteries. These arteries supply
oxygen-rich blood to your heart.
When plaque builds up in the arteries, the condi-

tion is called atherosclerosis. The build up of plaque
Line 10 occurs over many years. Eventually, an area of
plaque can rupture (break open) inside of an artery.
This causes a blood clot to form on the plaque’s sur-
face. If the clot becomes large enough, it can mostly
or completely block blood flow through a coronary ar-
Line 15 tery.
If the blockage isn’t treated quickly, the portion of

heart muscle fed by the artery begins to die. Healthy
heart tissue is replaced with scar tissue. This heart
damage may not be obvious, or it may cause severe
or long-lasting problems.

A. Heart attack cause C. Parts of heart
B. Type of blood D. A coronary artery
35. Where in the passage does the author explain about how heart
attack happens?
A. Line 1 – 3 C. Line 9 – 11
B. Line 6 – 7 D. Line 14 – 15
36. What is coronary heart disease?

A. It is a kind of heart attack.
B. It is a condition in which a waxy substance called plaque
builds up outside of the coronary arteries.
C. It is a condition in which a waxy substance called plaque
builds up inside of the coronary arteries.
D. It is a blood clot to form on the plaque’s surface.
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37. According to the passage, what do arteries do?
A. These supply water to your body.
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sdroW B. These supply oxygen-rich blood to your heart.
C. These supply blood to your body.
D. These pump the blood to your head.
38. The author mentions when plaque builds up in the arteries, the
condition is called_____.
A. sclerosis C. CHD
B. heart attack D. atherosclerosis
39. The word this in Line 17 refers to_____.

A. heart C. heart damage
B. damage D. scar tissue
40. The word obvious can be replaced by_____.

A. understand C. complete
B. clear D. gorgeous

A. The build up of plaque occurs for a moment.
B. A heart attack happens if the flow of oxygen-rich blood to
a section of heart muscle suddenly becomes blocked.
C. If the clot becomes large enough, it can mostly or
completely block blood flow through a coronary artery.
D. Healthy heart tissue is replaced with scar tissue.

Line 1 Diabetes is really a serious condition of the

glands, associated with pancreas to be exact, called
Madhumeha within Ayurveda. It is among the major-
ity of insidious disorders of the metabolism and, if left
Line 5 undiagnosed, may lead to rapid emaciation and even-
tually death.
According to Ayurveda Diabetic issues is actually

of two sorts: Diabetic issues Mellitus- Blood insulin reli-
ant Juvenile Diabetes (IDDM-Type We) when the phy-
Line 10 sique is not able to create blood insulin and Non Blood
insulin Dependent Adult Beginning Diabetes (NIDDM-
Type Ii) where the pancreas will produce insulin, but
it’s actually inadequate for reducing the blood glucose
to normal amounts.
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A. Diabetes types C. NIDDM-Type Ii
B. IDDM-Type We D. Madhumeha Words Corner
43. According to the passage, how many types does Diabetes

have?
A. one C. three
B. two D. four
44. If someone cannot produce blood insuline, he must be attacked

by______.
A. IDDM-Type Ii
B. NIDDM-Type We
C. Non Blood insulin Dependent Adult Beginning Diabetes
D. Diabetic issues Mellitus- Blood insulin reliant Juvenile
Diabetes
45. According to the passage, the statements below are correct,

except______.
A. Diabetes is really a serious condition of the glands,
associated with pancreas to be exact
B. According to Ayurveda Diabetic issues is actually of three
sorts
C. IDDM-Type We is when the physique is not able to create
blood insulin
D. Non Blood insulin Dependent Adult Beginning Diabetes is
also called as NIDDM-Type Ii

A. blood C. insulin
B. glucose D. diabetes
47. The word reducing in Line 10 has a close meaning with_____.

A. decreasing C. loosing
B. minus D. increasing
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sdroW
Line 1 ‘Blossoming Chestnut Branches’ is a very late
van Gogh. Vincent painted it sometime after he ar-
rived in Auvers-sur-Oise on May 21, 1890, but before
the chestnut trees had stopped flowering. Here he had
Line 5 broken a few blooming chestnut branches off and ar-
ranged them in a vase with some light pink rhododen-
drons. The resultant painting is bold in composition,
color and brushwork, yet fragile in its subject matter.
Vincent presented this as a gift to Paul Gachet

Line 10 (1828-1909), the homeopathic physician with whom
he was staying. The artist had specifically come to
Auvers-sur-Oise on the advice of his brother, Theo,
to receive treatment from Gachet. Unfortunately, van
Gogh soon doubted that even the artistic, artist-friend-
ly Gachet would be of any help and wrote as much
to Theo. And by the end of July, a scant two months
later, he was gone.

A. Van Gogh’s painting ‘Blossoming Chesnut Branches’
B. Vincent Van Gogh
C. Paul Gachet
D. The homeopathic physician
49. The word it in Line 2 refers to______.

A. the painter
B. Blossoming Chesnut Branches
C. Van Gogh
D. Auvers-sur-Oise
50. Where did Van Gogh get inspiration of the painting?

A. At his house
B. In Auvers-sur-Oise
C. On the way to Auvers-sur-Oise
D. At a museum

A. Van Gogh painted Blossoming Chesnut Branches on
May 21, 1890.
B. The resultant painting is bold in composition, color and
brushwork, yet fragile in its subject matter.
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C. Vincent presented this as a gift to Paul Gachet (1828-
1990)
D. Paul Gachet was the homeopathic physician. Words Corner
52. Where in the passage does the author mention that Van Gogh
had ever stayed together with Gachet?
A. Line 2 – 3 C. Line 6 – 7
B. Line 4 – 5 D. Line 9 – 10
53. The word staying in Line 11 has a close meaning with_______.

A. leaving C. going
B. renting D. living

Line 1 As the country’s largest national museum under-

goes extensive renovation (the timeline for which has
been pushed out several times, most recently until
2012-13), the Rijksmuseum now showcases an abbre-
Line 5 viated collection of 17th- and 18th-century Dutch works
of art in one wing of the massive Neo-Gothic building.
“The Masterpieces” exhibition takes visitors through an
evolution of the Dutch Golden Age, a time when the
Netherlands’ colonization and trade efforts made it the
Line 10 world’s richest country. The collection features stun-
ning samples of Delftware, silver and other artifacts,
as well as paintings by Dutch masters Rembrandt, Ver-
meer and Frans Hals. The museum’s imposing exterior
architecture alone is a sight worth seeing.

A. The country’s largest national museum Rijksmuseum
B. 18th-century Dutch works of art
C. Neo-Gothic building
D. An evolution of the Dutch Golden Age
55. Where in the passage does author define about the Dutch
Golden Age?
A. Line 1 – 3 C. Line 5 – 8
B. Line 3 – 5 D. Line 8 – 10
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56. What is the Dutch Golden Age?
A. a time when the Netherlands’ colonization and trade
efforts made it the world’s richest country.
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sdroW B. a time when the Netherlands’ colonization and trade
efforts made it the world’s poorest country.
C. a time when the Netherland colonized many countries.
D. a time when the Netherland declared its colonization.

A. the Dutch Golden Age
B. Netherland
C. colonization
D. The Masterpieces
58. According to the passage, there are some Dutch masters that
their paintings are shown in Rijksmuseum, except______.
A. Rembrandt C. Frans Hals
B. Vermeer D. Van Gogh

A. The Rijksmuseum now showcases an abbreviated
collection of 17th- and 18th-century Dutch works of art in
one wing of the massive Neo-Gothic building.
B. The collection features stunning samples of Delftware,
silver and other artifacts.
C. The Rijksmuseum shows some paintings of Rembrandt,
Vermeer, Van Gogh and Frans Hals.
D. The museum’s imposing exterior architecture alone is a
sight worth seeing.
60. The word imposing in Line 13 can be replaced by______.

A. important C. large
B. impressive D. expressive
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TOEFL
2
Words Corner
PRACTICE
SECTION I
LISTENING COMPREHENSION
Time – approximately 35 minutes
(Including the reading of the directions for each part)
In this section of the test, you will have an opportunity to demonstrate

your ability to understand conversation and talks in English. There
are three parts to his section. Answer all the questions on the basis
of what is stated or implied by the speakers you hear. Do not take
notes or write in your test book at any time. Do not turn the pages
until you are told to do so.
Part A
Directions: In Part A you will hear short conversations between

two people. After each conversation, you will hear a question
about the conversation. The conversation and questions will not
be repeated. After you hear a question, read the four possible
answers in your test book and choose the best answer. Then, on
your answer sheet, find the number of the question and fill in the
Listen to an example. Sample Answer

(woman) : Today is the last event, isn’t it?
(man) : Yes, it is. And next year, we will B
meet again here in the capital city
C
of United States.
(narrator) : Where will the man and the woman D
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meet again?
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A. In New York C. In Washington DC.
B. In California D. In Hollywood
You learn from the conversation that the man and the woman
will meet again in the same place and event. The woman says,
‘We will meet again here in the capital city of United States’,
it means the best answer to the question, ‘Where will the
man and the woman meet again?’ is (C) “In Washington DC.”
Therefore, the correct choice is (C).
Recording material of TOEFL PRACTICE 2: LISTENING

COMPREHENSION (PART A)
1. (man) : Oh, God. Where is my report? I forget where I

put it.
(woman) : Why don’t you look for in your drawer?
2. (woman) : The right man for this position is you.

(man) : I don’t think so. I prefer my position right now
than that.
3. (man) : Just believe in yourself if you want to be

successful in your life.
(woman) : You can say that again.
4. (woman) : Hurry up. The movie is going to start.

(man) : Calm down. We won’t miss the movie.
(narrator) : Where are the woman and the man?
5. (man) : May borrow your dictionary for awhile?

(woman) : Why don’t you borrow it in the library?
(narrator) : What does the woman try to suggest?
6. (woman) : There’s a show at the art gallery on Saturday

night. Do you want to go with me?
(man) : Gee, I’d like to, but I have no time.
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7. (man) : Where is your father?
(woman) : He is not at home right now. He should go to Words Corner
football match. He controls the game.
(narrator) : Who is the woman’s fathe likely to be?
8. (woman) : Why is it so cold?

(man) : Because it is not in Indonesia. It is in Japan. It
is winter in Japan.
(narrator) : Where are the woman and the man?
9. (man) : What are you going to do tomorrow?

(woman) : I want to exercise for the next test all day.
10. (woman) : How was the carnival?

(man) : It was so great. The governor came to the
carnival.
11. (man) : It is so crowded.

(woman) : Yup. Every holiday, the beach is visited many
people.
12. (woman) : What do you think about my creation?

(man) : It is not bad.
13. (man) : I don’t see your manager here. Where is she?

(woman) : Oh, she doesn’t attend here.
14. (woman) : It is a gorgeous moment. I really enjoy it.

(man) : So do I.
15. (man) : One, two, three...Oh, no. There are many

reports that I should finish soon.
(woman) : So do I.
16. (woman) : It’s difficult for me to save much money at

home.
(man) : Why don’t you save it at the bank?
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(narrator) : What does the man try to suggest?
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sdroW 17. (man) : It is 9 o’clock. We’re almost late.
(woman) : Let’s get move on.
(narrator) : What does the woman try to suggest?
18. (woman) : How’s your sister? Is she still in the hospital.

(man) : She is better now.
19. (man) : It’s amazing. How can you do that?

(woman) : I never forget to practice my skill.
20. (woman) : Attention please. The next train is arriving in

five minutes.
(man) : Listen. I think that my train.
(narrator) : Where is the man?
21. (man) : What are you doing?

(woman) : I’m reading about the population that is
counted every year?
(narrator) : What does the woman mean related to the
accounting of the population?
22. (woman) : The taste is good. I like the soup very much.
(man) : Me too.
23. (man) : The research is ill founded.

(woman) : So, what should I do?
24. (woman) : She couldn’t find the answer to the problem.

(man) : Why don’t you help her?
(narrator) : What does the man suggest?
25. (man) : Jenny, this is my mother.

(woman) : Nice to meet you Mrs. Jordan.
26. (woman) : It looks like a dream. I can’t believe being here

with you. I’m so happy.
(man) : So do I.
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27. (man) : Do you see my key?
(woman) : I don’t know where it is. I can’t find it at
everywhere. Words Corner
28. (woman) : How is the dinner?

(man) : We should prepare it soon.
29. (man) : Why are you still here?

(woman) : I’m not brave.
30. (woman) : Where is Mr. Abraham?

(man) : He is not attending the class. He will hold the test
next time.
1. A. Seeking for the report in the drawer.

B. Looking after the report in the drawer.
C. Puting the report in the drawer.
D. Taking the report in the drawer.
2. A. He agrees with the woman.

B. He wants that position very much.
C. He doesn’t agree with the man.
D. He hopes that he will get that position.
3. A. She disagrees with the man.

B. She agrees with the man.
C. She has her own idea.
D. She has different idea from the man.
4. A. At the stadium C. In their house

B. At bus station D. In the cinema
5. A. Puting the dictionary back in the library.

B. Borrowing the dictionary in the library.
C. Buying the dictionary.
D. Selling the dictionary.
6. A. He cannot go with the woman because he is busy.

B. He man wants to go with the woman.
C. He man accepts the woman’s allurement.
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D. He really wants to see the show.
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B. A football supporter D. A coach
8. A. In Indonesia C. In Jakarta
B. In South East Asia D. In Japan
9. A. Studying for the test

B. Relaxing all day
C. Going around with the man
D. Watching TV all day
10. A. The carnival was attended by the governor.

B. The carnival attends the governor.
C. The governor attends the carnival.
D. The govenor was attended the carnival
11. A. The beach is very crowded.

B. Many people visit the beach every holiday.
C. Every holiday, many places are crowded.
D. Many people make the place crowded.
12. A. Her creation is bad.

B. Her creation is not good.
C. Her creation is nice.
D. Her creation is the worst.
13. A. The manager is here.

B. The manager is with her.
C. The manager attends here later.
D. The manager is absent.
14. A. He isn’t enjoy the moment.

B. He also enjoy the moment.
C. He disagrees with the woman.
D. He has different feeling about the moment.
15. A. She also has many works to do.

B. She is free.
C. She has finished her works.
D. She will help the man to do his works.
16. A. Taking the money from the bank.

B. Using the money.
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C. Saving the money at the bank.
D. Diffusing the money.
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17. A. Moving too slowly. C. Staying there.
B. Moving too quickly. D. Moving the things.
18. A. She is sick.

B. She is still in the hospital.
C. She has no feeling.
D. She is no longer sick.
19. A. She always remember to practice.

B. She rarely practice.
C. She doesn’t practice.
D. She has good skill.
20. A. At the airport C. At the harbour

B. At the train station D. At bus station
21. A. The population is increasing every year.

B. The population is zooming.
C. The population is counted once a year.
D. The population is big problem.
22. A. He eats the soup.

B. He makes the soup.
C. He is good.
D. He also likes the soup.
23. A. She doesn’t know how to solve the problem.

B. She is able to do the research again.
C. She is already helping the man.
D. She doesn’t want to do the research.
24. A. Giving a help. C. Let her doing it by herself.

B. Asking a help. D. Leaving her alone.
25. A. She is a nice woman.

B. She is happy meeting the man’s mother.
C. She doesn’t want to see the man’s mother.
D. She refuses the meeting.
26. A. He is meeting a girl.

B. He has similar opinion with the woman.
C. He has a lot of something done.
D. He can do nothing.
27. A. She is lost. C. The key is lost.

B. She buys a key. D. She doesn’t need the key.
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28. A. They prepare the dinner soon.
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sdroW B. The man asks the woman to have dinner together.
C. The dinner needs to be prepared soon.
D. They won’t have dinner together.
29. A. She’s quite scared.

B. She has no braveness.
C. She has a brief.
D. She put her briefcase.
30. A. Mr. Abraham is their lecturer.

B. The man is not attending the test.
C. The woman misses the class.
D. Mr. Abraham moves the exam to another day.
Part B
Directions: In this part of the test, you will hear longer

conversations. After each conversation, you will hear several
questions. The conversation and the questions will not be
repeated.
test book and choose the best answer. Then, on your answer
sheet, find the number of the question and fill in the space that
corresponds to the letter of the answer you have chosen.
Here is an example.
1. On the recording, you hear:

(narrator) : Questions 31 through 32. Listen to the
conversation between two people.
(man) : Hey, what’s wrong with you?
(woman) : My throat is killing me. It is very hurt.
(man) : The weather is not good today. You should
prepare yourself. Don’t forget to consume
some vitamines.
(woman) : OK. Thanks for the suggestion. I’ll go to a doctor
to treat my throat medically.
(man) : That’s a good idea. I hope you’ll get well soon.
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Questions: Sample Answer
On the recording, you hear: A Words Corner

(narrator) : What does happen with the B
woman?
A. In your test book, you read: C
B. She is in bad weather.
D
C. She is fine.
D. She consumes a vitamine.
E. Her throat is sick.
Based on the conversation, the suitable answer for question
‘What does happen with the woman?’ is ‘Her throat is sick.’ It
is according to the first woman’s statement ‘My throat is killing
me.’ Therefore, the best choice is (D).
2. On the recording, you hear: Sample Answer

(narrator) : What does the man
suggest to the woman? A
B
A. Going to a doctor.
B. Consuming some vitamines. C
C. Taking a rest.
D. Taking a nap. D
Based on the man’s statement, ‘Don’t forget to consume some

vitamines.’ it can be known that the man give suggestion
‘Consuming some vitamines’ to the woman. Therefore, the
best choice is (B).

COMPREHENSION (PART B)

between two people.
(woman) : I’ll not attend the farewell party tonight.

(man) : But, why? The party will be fun.
(woman) : I don’t have any time for that. I have to do some
works.
(man) : It’s weekend. You don’t have to do those works.
(woman) : That’s not a good idea. It is better for me to finish the
works first than going to party. But, I hope you enjoy
the party and I’m sorry I can’t be there.
(man) : OK. Thanks. I hope you can finish the jobs well.
(woman) : You’re welcome.
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Questions:
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sdroW 31. (narrator) : What do they talk about?
32. (narrator) : Who is not attending the party?
33. (narrator) : Why is she not attending the pary?
34. (narrator) : What is the meaning of the word ‘works’?
31. A. Weekend party

B. The reason why the woman can’t go to farewell party
C. Some works that must be done by the woman
D. Fun things at the farewell party
32. A. The woman C. The woman’s friend

B. The man D. The man’s friend
33. A. Because she has another appointment with somebody

else.
B. Because she doesn’t like party.
C. Because she is not fine.
D. Because she has many works.
34. A. Employes C. Jobs

B. Hobbies D. Chances
(narrator) : Questions 35 through 38. Listen to the

conversation between two people.
(man) : Hi, Stacy. Long time no see. How are you?
(woman) : Hello, Mark. I’m good. And you?
(man) : I’m very well. Where do you work?
(woman) : Oh, I work for American Express.
(man) : And what are you doing there?
(woman) : I’m in management. So, I’m managing a lot of
thing.
(man) : How is it?
(woman) : It’s a great job. And what do you do?
(man) : I’m a salesperson. I sell computers. Do you want
to buy one?
(woman) : That’s nice. I’ll call you if I want to but it.
Questions:
35. (narrator) : Where is the woman working?
36. (narrator) : What does the woman do in her job?
37. (narrator) : Who is the man?
38. (narrator) : What does the man do in his job?
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35. A. In United States of America
B. In computers company
C. In American Airways Words Corner
D. In American Express
36. A. She sells a lot of thing.

B. She markets some products.
C. She manages some works.
D. She leads a company.
37. A. He is a manager. C. He is a director.

B. He is a salesman. D. He is a supervisor.
38. A. Selling computers

B. Managing something
C. Supervising the workers
D. Directing a company
Part B
Directions: In this part of the test, you will hear several talks.
After each talk, you will hear some questions. The talks and
questions will not be repeated.
After you hear a question, read the four possible answers in

your test book and choose the best answer. Then on your
answer sheet, find the number of the question and fill in the
space that corresponds to the letter of the answer you have
chosen.
Here is an example.

(narrator) : Listen to the talk about meeting and greeting
customs
(woman) : There are some different greeting customs
around the world. In the United States, people
shake hands when they are first introduced.
Friends and family members often hug or kiss
on the cheek when they see each other. In these
situations, men often kiss women but not other
men. Whereas, in Korea, men bow slightly and
shake hands to greet each other. Women do not
usually shake hands. To address someone with
his or her full name, the family name comes first,
then the first name.
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Now listen to a sample question. Sample Answer
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A
1. (narrator) : What do American people
do when they are first B
introduced?
A. In your test book, you read: C
B. Giving a kiss on the cheek D
C. Giving warm hugs
D. Shaking hands
E. Doing nothing
The best answer to the question ‘What do American people

do when they are first introduced?’ is (C) ‘Shaking hands’. It
is based on a statement ‘In the United States, people shake
hands when they are first introduced.’ Therefore, the correct
choice is (C).
Now listen to another sample question. Sample Answer

A
2. (narrator) : How do Korean people
usually address others? B
In your test book, you read: C

A. Call the first name and then the family name
D
B. Only call the first name
C. Only call the family name
D. Call the family name and the the first name
The best answer to the question ‘How do Korean people usually

address others?’ is (D) ‘Call the family name and the the first
name’. It is based on a statement ‘To address someone with
his or her full name, the family name comes first, then the first
name.’ Therefore, the correct choice is (D).

COMPREHENSION (PART C)
(narrator) :
Questions 39 through 42. Listen to the talk about
three famous artists.
(woman) : There were three famous artists from different
countries. Firstly, Hiroshige was born in Tokyo.
As a boy, he studied with a famous artist.
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Hiroshige traveled to many beautiful places in
Japan. His woodblock prints are landscapes Words Corner
– mountains, fields, rivers – with small human
figures. Hiroshige’s pints suggest strong feelings
about these places. Secondly, Alexander
Calder was born in Philadelphia. First, he
studied engineering. At the age of 25, he went
to art school. Calder developed a new kind of
sculpture: the mobile. Mobiles hang from the
ceiling and move in interesting patterns. In many
of Calder’s mobiles, wires connect flat, colourful
metal shapes. And thirdly, Frida Kahlo was born
near Mexico City. At 15, she almost died in a bus
accident. For the rest of her life, she was disabled
and in pain. Soon after the accident, Kahlo taught
herself how to paint. Kahlo is especially famous
for herself-portraits. In these paintings, Kahlo
used bright colours and strange symbols to show
her feelings.
Questions:
39. (narrator) : Where was Hiroshige born?
40. (narrator) : When did Calder go to art school?
41. (narrator) : How was Kahlo’s condition after the accident?
42. (narrator) : What did Kahlo use in her paintings to show her
feeling?
39. A. In Tokyo C. In Mexico City

B. In Philadelphia D. In Paris
40. A. At the age of five

B. At the age of fifteen
C. At the age of twenty-five
D. At the age of thirty-five
41. A. She was fine.

B. She was disabled and in pain.
C. She wasn’t in pain.
D. She felt better than before.
42. A. She used unbright colours.

B. She used landscapes as the objects of her paintings.
C. She used colourful metal shapes.
D. She used bright colours and strange symbols.
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(narrator) : Questions 45 through 48. Listen to the talk about
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two people’s jobs.
(man) : I have two friends who are so great. Firstly,
Brandon Lee is a junior in high school. He has a
part-time job in a restaurant. He buses dishes on
Saturdays and Sundays from 8:00 until 4:00. He
earns $5.50 an hour. It isn’t much money but he
saves almost every penny. He wants to go to a
good university, and the cost goes up every year.
Of course, he spends some money when he goes
out on Saturday nights. And secondly, Lauren
Russell is a senior in high school. He has a job
as a cashier in a grocery store. The job pays well
– about $6.75 an hour. He works every weeknight
after school from 4:00 until 8:00. He doesn’t have
time for homework and his grades aren’t very
good this year. But he has to work, or he can’t
buy nice clothes and he can’t go out on Saturday
nights. Also, a car costs a lot of money. Brandon
and Lauren have different personalities but I’m
really proud of them.
Questions:
43. (narrator) : How much money does Brandon accept for an
hour working?
44. (narrator) : Why does Brandon save his penny?
45. (narrator) : What does Lauren do to get some money?
46. (narrator) : When does Lauren work?
43. A. $4.00 C. $6.75

B. $5.50 D. $8.00
44. A. Because he needs much money to go to a good university.

B. Because he needs a lot of money to buy nice clothes.
C. Because he needs much money to go out on Saturday
nights.
D. Because he needs money to pay a car.
45. A. He buses dishes on Saturdays and Sundays.

B. He works as a waiter in a restaurant.
C. He works part-time job in a restaurant.
D. He works as a cashier in a grocery store.
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46. A. On Saturdays and Sundays from 8:00 until 4:00
B. On Saturday nights
C. On Sunday nights Words Corner
D. On every weeknight after school from 4:00 until 8:00
(narrator) : Questions 47 through 50. Listen to the talk about

luxury brands.
(woman) : Luxury brands dominate both the cosmetic and
skincare market. But consumers are looking for
more than just beauty in sophisticated packag-
ing. Companies offering products with healthy
ingredients have set the trend in recent years.
When consumers go shopping for cosmetics,
they want to know the products they are buying
won’t harm their skin. To gain credibility, many
cosmetic companies have persuaded dermatol-
ogists and pharmacists to endorse their brands.
The target customers of most skincare and cos-
metic brands are women between ages of 20 and
50, a segment that is only expected to grow in the
coming years. Nevertheless, men are also look-
ing for products to give their skin a healthy look.
It is estimated that men account for 2 per cent of
the luxury cosmetics market, a niche which saw a
50 per cent increase in sales in 2003 – 2004. Be-
sides men, teenagers are also trying to enhance
the health and beauty of their appearance. With
such a broad client base, it is not surprising that
the industry shows no sign of slowing down.
Questions:
47. (narrator) : What do consumers want to know when they go
shopping for cosmetics?
48. (narrator) : Why do cosmetic companies persuade dermatolo
gists and pharmacists to endorse their brands?
49. (narrator) : Who are the target customers of most skincare and
cosmetic brands?
50. (narrator) : Beside the women, who are also trying to enhance
the health and beauty of their appearance?
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47. A. The products they are buying won’t harm their skin
B. The price of products
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D. The ingredients of the products
48. A. To increase the products selling

B. To gain credibility
C. To research the products
D. To analyse the products
49. A. The women between ages of 17 and 25

B. The women between ages of 20 and 30
C. The women between ages of 20 and 50
D. The women between ages 20 and 60
50. A. Men
B. Teenagers
C. Old people
D. Men and teenagers
SECTION II
STRUCTURE AND WRITTEN

EXPRESSION
Time – 25 minutes
This section is designed to measure your ability to recognize

language that is appropriate for standard written English. There are
two types of questions in this section, with special directions for
each type.
STRUCTURE
Directions: Questions 1 – 15 are incomplete sentences. Beneath

each sentence you will see four words or phrases, marked (A), (B),
(C), and (D). Choose the one word or phrase that best completes
the sentence. Then, on your answer sheet, find the number of the
answer you have chosen. Fill in the space so that the letter inside
the oval cannot be seen.
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Look at the following examples:
Words Corner
A
You’re only the_____I ever had.
A. best C. good B
B. better D. nice
C
The sentence should read, “You’re only
D
the best I ever had.” Therefore, you should
choose (A) best.

I wish nothing_____the best for you too.
A
A. and C. so
B. but D. or B
The sentence should read, “I wish nothing C
but the best for you too.” Therefore, you
should choose (B) but. D
1. Content filters and blockers_______super tools to use with

young kids.
A. is C. was
B. are D. has
2. You may____the professor at six in his office.

A. see C. seeing
B. to see D. saw
3. The opera wasn’t interesting____I watched it until the opera

ended.
A. and C. but
B. or D. so
4. The graduates______sit in front of the lecturers there will

receive some prizes.
A. what C. whose
B. whom D. who
5. We will never know the result if we never_____it first.

A. try C. tries
B. trying D. to try
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6. The machine can’t work properly______the systems are not
good.
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sdroW A. so C. because of
B. because D. and
7. Why don’t you stop your game and start______your father

there?
A. help C. to help
B. helps D. has helped
8. The government still discuss about the_______of gasoline

price.
A. increase C. to increase
B. increases D. increasing
9. It is still a big problem why________.

A. drug and bullying happen
B. do drug and bullying happen
C. did drug and bullying happen
D. happen drug and bullying
10. The children will create______immune or protection to ignore

bad effects.
A. his C. her
B. their D. theirs
11. Two out of five post the name of the city_______they live.
A. when C. what
B. who D. where
12. Many families today find that_______a Signed Contract, Usage

Agreement, or Internet Policy with their child is effective.
A. set up C. setting up
B. sets up D. is setting up
13. The lesson links______teachers model lessons across grade

levels or subjects.
A. are when C. who are
B. when are D. are who
14. Teachers______like the new literacy initiative were more

constricted in their thinking on superficial aspects of teaching
and not necessarily the program itself.
A. who doesn’t C. doesn’t who
B. who didn’t D. didn’t who
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15. Students are helped to feel respected and included in the class
community through small groups in which they can exchange
concerns, experiences, and_________. Words Corner
A. expectation C. expect
B. expectations D. expects
WRITTEN EXPRESSION
Directions: In questions 16 – 40, each sentence has four underlined

words or phrases. The four underlined parts of the sentence are
marked (A), (B), (C), and (D). Identify the one underlined word or
phrase that must be changed in order for the sentence to be correct.
Then, on your answer sheet, find the number of the question and fill
in the space that corresponds to the letter of the answer you have
chosen.
Look at the following examples

A
Effective critical reflection depend on
A B C B
appropriate contexts. C
D
D
The sentence should read, “Effective critical reflection depends
on appropriate contexts.” because it is a simple present with
single subject. Therefore, you should choose (C).

Words can causes pain.
A
A B C D
B
The sentence should read, “Words can
cause pain.” because modal can should be C
followed by verb 1. Therefore, you should
choose (C). D
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16. During the summit, several school administrator shared their
A B C
experiences of using digital tools in the academy.
D
17. Students are harassed and bullying every day in schools

A B
throughout the country, neighborhoods and playgrounds.
C D
18. It is a negative action when someone intentionally inflicts,

A B
or attempts to inflict, injury or discomforting upon another
C D
social, physically, or emotionally.
19. There are several types of herbs and herb complex that
A B C
have been found to decrease hair loss.
D
20. Green tea shifts the hormonal balance within the body and
A B
made the effects of hair loss less severe.
C D
21. Several study in recent years have shown that topical

A B
application of caffeine can have real anti-balding benefits.
C D
22. Having a toned and moderately muscular body helps

A B C
to establish the right balance of testosterone.
D
23. One half of all teenagers posting their real age on social
A B C
networking sites.
D
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24. The developmental condition call autism is a disorder that
A
plenty of families must deal with and this is why many of these Words Corner
B C
family are trying to find the most effective treatments.
D
25. Mark Baldwin introducing the use of computers to choreography.

A B C D
26. Great Lakes states have set limits for weekly consumption of
A B C
game fish from this lakes.
D
27. Most colleges and universities in the United States and Canada
A
offer some courses that focus on traditional Western culture in
B C
addition to others that explores multicultural themes.
D
28. On the 1990s several judicial decisions began to repeal

A B C D
affirmative action programs at state-controlled universities.
29. Students who live on campus may ate meals in their residence
A B C
hall, in campus cafeterias, or in other campus dining rooms.
D
30. Some colleges and universities allow students live in fraternity

A B
or sorority houses on or near the campus.
C D
31. Professors often use a discussion format of instruction in

A B
institutions that emphasizes a high level of teacher-student
C D
interaction.
32. Seminars consist of small groups of students who meet with a

A B
professor to researching or discuss a specific topic in history,
C
literature, or some other academic field.
D
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33. From 1965 to 1972 student activism dominates life on many
A B C D
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34. Students whom live off campus provide their own dining
A B
arrangements, but they usually may also eat in campus dining
C D
rooms and cafeterias.
35. Presidents usually have extensive academic experience as

A B C
either college nor university administrators.
D
36. The academic deans are the chief executives and administrators
A B
of the various colleges or other divisions of a institution.
C D
37. Historians of science in India record that the foundations of

scientific thought was laid down as early as the Harappan
A B
civilization, also known as the Indus civilization, which lasted
C D
from roughly 3100 to 1900 BCE.
38. In 1775, the pioneer Swiss educator Johann Heinrich Pestalozzi

A
attempts to apply the educational techniques of Emile on his
B
estate, where he opened a school fo poor children, who would
C
ordinarily have gone uneducated.
D
39. Dance was expected to make people aware of social and

A
political issues, hence an early interest in explore women’s
B C
issues, which soon became a strong enthusiasm for issue-
D
based work.
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40. In 1966, Ballet Rambert were transformed into a modern
A B Words Corner
company with a focus on blending classical and modern
C D
tradition.
SECTION III
READING COMPREHENSION
Time – 55 minutes
This section is designed to measure your ability to read and

understand passages.
Directions: In this section you will read several passages.

Each one is followed by a number of questions about it. You
are to choose the one best answer; (A), (B), (C), or (D), to each
question. Then, on your answer sheet, find the number of the
answer you have chosen.
Answer all questions about the information in a passage on the

basis what is implied or stated in that passage.
Example
Read the following passage:
Line 1 Independent colleges and universities are pri-

vate, nonprofit institutions. Many independent col-
leges and universities originated as church-related
institutions, although a majority of these are no
Line 5 longer affiliated with religious groups. The most com-
mon independent colleges and universities include
(1) liberal arts institutions that offer comprehensive
undergraduate education, (2) technical or special-
ized institutions that prepare students in engineer-
Line 10 ing, performing arts, music, nursing and other fields,
and (3) large universities that include undergraduate
programs in addition to graduate and professional
schools.
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Question I : Sample Answer
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What is the characteristic of indepen A
dent colleges and universities?
B
A. They are non-private
B. They are private C
C. They are state
D. They are dependent D
According to the passage line 1, Independent colleges and

universities are private, nonprofit institutions, maka diketahui
bahwa Independent colleges and universities bersifat private.
Question II : Sample Answer
According to the passage, which statement A

is NOT true?
B
A. Few colleges and universities origi
nated as church-related institutions. C
B. The most common independent colle
D
ges and universities include libe ral
arts institutions.
C. Independent colleges and universities include technical
orspecialized institutions.
D. Independent colleges and universities prepare students
inengineering, performing arts, music, nursing and other
fields.
The passage states that Many colleges and universities origi

nated as church-related institutions. Therefore, you should
choose (A).
Questions 1 – 8 : This passage below is for questions number 1 up

to 8. Choose the best answer based on the passage.
Line 1 Blood banking refers to the process of collect-

ing, separating, and storing blood. The first U.S. blood
blank was established in 1936. Today, blood banks col-
lect blood and separate it into its various components
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Line 5 so they can be used most effectively according to
the needs of the patient. Red blood cells carry oxy- Words Corner
gen, platelets help the blood clot, and plasma has
specific proteins that allow proper regulation of co-
agulation and healing. Although research has yielded
drugs that help people’s bone marrow produce new
blood cells more rapidly, the body’s response time
can still take weeks, thus donated blood remains an
important and more immediate life-saving resource.

A. Blood banking
B. Components of blood
C. Red blood cells
D. Types of blood
2. According to the passage, blood banking refers to the following

processes, except______.
A. collecting the blood
B. separating the blood
C. storing the blood
D. throwing the blood

A. blood banking C. blood bank
B. blood D. the first U.S. blood blank
4. Why does blood bank collect and separate the blood?

A. Because there are many types of blood.
B. Because blood is easily contaminated.
C. Because blood has some advantages.
D. Because by collecting and separating the blood, it can
be used most effectively according to the needs of the
patient.
5. According to the passage, blood has____components.

A. two (C) four
B. three (D) five
6. What is the red blood cell role?

A. It helps the blood clot.
B. It allows proper regulation of coagulation and healing.
C. It carries oxygen.
D. It produces carbondioxide
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7. Which statement is NOT true related to the passage?
A. The body’s response time to the drug can still take weeks.
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sdroW B. Drugs people’s bone marrow produce new blood cells
more slowly
C. Plasma has specific proteins that allow proper regulation
of coagulation and healing.
D. The first U.S. blood blank was established in 1936.
8. According to the statement, the word take in Line 11 can be

replaced by_____.
A. need (C) carry
B. bring (D) save
Questions 9 – 16 : This passage below is for questions number 9

up to 16. Choose the best answer based on the passage.
Line 1 In the days of internet communications, it’s easy

to stay in touch with your friends and family back home.
One option is to bring your own laptop, stop into a café
with wireless connection, and then send email. Another
Line 5 option is leave your computer at home and use your
hotel’s internet service. You can easily find internet ca-
fés, too.
If you are traveling by car, it would be wise to have

a cell phone with you in case of emergency. You can go
Line 10 to any grocery store and buy a prepaid, no-contract cell
phone for a reasonable rate. You can add more talking
time to the phone with a credit card.
To use a pay phone, you will need plenty of coins

(no pennies) before you start calling. A local call in
Line 15 most cities costs 50 cents. Long distance calls will be
much more expensive. A better option might be to buy
a prepaid phone card instead of coins. Instructions are
printed on the cards. But if you plan on making a lot of
calls, the prepaid cell phone option is much better than
Line 20 the cards.
American states and cities have many different

“area codes” for phone service. There could be nu-
merous area codes within a single metropolitan area.
These area codes are listed in all phone books. If you
are going to call a long distance number, you’ll need to
dial “1” and then the area code followed by the number.
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A. Internet C. Cell phone
B. Communication D. A pay phone Words Corner
10. According to the passage, there are communication tools,

except______.
A. email C. pay phone
B. cell phone D. letter
11. What do people need to use pay phone?

A. contract C. coins
B. credit card D. penny
12. Which statement is NOT true related to the pay phone?

A. Long distance calls can be cheaper than a local phone.
B. When you want to use a pay phone, you need some
coins.
C. A local phone costs 50 cents in most cities.
D. Long distance calls will be much more expensive.
13. The area codes are needed when______.

A. calling a local phone
B. sending an email
C. calling a long distance
D. using prepaid cell phone
14. Where in the passage does the author suggest you to dial ‘1’
when calling a long distance call?
A. Line 15 – 16 C. Line 18 – 20
B. Line 16 – 17 D. Line 24 – 26
15. The word numerous in Line 22 has a close meaning

with______.
A. many C. little
B. much D. various
16. The word you in Line 18 refers to_____.

A. the writer C. phone
B. the readers D. area code
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Line 1 Remember that the laws in the U.S. are strongly
enforced. It is therefore important to obey all traffic laws
and laws pertaining to alcohol and bars. It is against the
law for people under the age of 21 to drink alcohol. In
Line 5 most states you can only buy alcohol at liquor and wine
stores, not at grocery stores or in restaurants. You will
be asked by store clerks and restaurant waiters to show
identification that proves your age. If you drive under
the influence of alcohol, you can expect to be arrested.
Line 10 The police are efficient, both in the city and on the rural
highways.
Should you need help with a serious legal prob-

lem, a good place to start is to contact your country’s
embassy or consulate for legal assistance. Be sure
to have that number with you at all times in case you
should need it.

A. Important laws in the U. S.
B. Traffic laws
C. Laws pertaining to alcohol and bars
D. a serious legal problem
18. According to the passage, the people in the U. S. can drink

alcohol when they are______.
A. under 21 years old
B. more than 21 years old
C. 17 years old
D. 18 years old
19. The word states in Line 5 has a close meaning with______.

A. public C. cities
B. private D. countries
20. The word you in Line 5 refers to_______.

A. the writer C. the drunkard
B. the readers D. the producer of alcohol
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21. According to the passage, if you drive under the influence of
alcohol in the U. S., _______
A. You will be arrested by the police. Words Corner
B. You will get an accident.
C. You will be asked became a racer.
D. You will arrive in your destination soon.
22. Which statement is true related to the passage?

A. In most states, people can buy alcohol not only at liquor
but also in restaurants.
B. The police will allow you driving a car under influence of
alcohol.
C. If you have a legal problem, it is better for you to contact
your country’s embassy or consulate.
D. In the U. S., people under 21 years old are allowed to
drink alcohol.
23. Where in the passage does the writer suggest you to have
embassy or consulate’s number with you at all times in case
you should need it?
A. Line 8 – 9 C. Line 12 – 13
B. Line 10 – 11 D. Line 14 – 15

A. the readers
B. embassy
C. embassy or consulate’s number
D. consulate

Line 1 Alfred Adler was a physician, psychotherapist, and

the founder of Adlerian psychology, sometimes called
individual psychology. He is considered the first commu-
nity psychologist, because his work pioneered attention
Line 5 to community life, prevention, and population health. Ad-
lerian psychology emphasizes the human need and abil-
ity to create positive social change and impact.
Adler’s work stressed the importance of nurturing

feelings of belonging and striving for superiority. He
Line 10 held equality, civil rights, mutual respect, and the
advancement of democracy as core values. He was
one of the first practitioners to provide family and
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group counseling and to use public education as a way
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sdroW to address community health. He was among the first
to write about the social determinants of health and
of mental health. His values and concepts drive our
mission, work, and values at the Adler School today.

A. Alfred Adler’s life
B. Alfred Adler’s work
C. Alfred Adler’s childhood
D. Alfred Adler’s family
26. Where in the passage does the writer mention the reason why
Adler is considered the first community psychologist?
A. Line 1 – 2 (C) Line 3 – 5
B. Line 2 – 5 (D) Line 4 – 7
27. The word he in Line 3 refers to_____.

A. Alfred Adler
B. Adlerian psychology
C. individual psychology
D. community psychologist
28. What is Adlerian psychology for?

A. It emphasizes the human need and ability to create
negative social change and impact.
B. It limits the human need and ability to create positive
social change and impact.
C. It emphasizes the human need and ability to create
positive social change and impact.
D. It emphasizes the human need and ability to prevent
positive social change and impact.

A. Alfred Adler was a physician, psychotherapist, and the
founder of Adlerian psychology.
B. Adlerian psychology is also called as individual
psychology.
C. His work stressed the importance of nurturing feelings of
belonging and striving for superiority.
D. He was among the second to write about the social
determinants of health and of mental health.
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30. The word public in Line 13 can be replaced by_____.
A. private (C) special
B. general (D) specific Words Corner

Line 1 Stanford University is a private institution that was

founded in 1885. It has a total undergraduate enroll-
ment of 6,940, its setting is suburban, and the campus
size is 8,180 acres. It utilizes a quarter-based academ-
Line 5 ic calendar. Stanford University’s ranking in the 2012
edition of Best Colleges is National Universities, 5. Its
tuition and fees are $40,569 (2011-12).
Stanford University’s pristine campus is located in

California’s Bay Area, about 30 miles from San Fran-
Line 10 cisco. Stanford offers a wide range of student organiza-
tions, including the Stanford Pre-Business Association
and Stanford Solar Car Project, which designs, builds,
and races a solar car every two years. The Stanford
Cardinals are well known for the traditional “Big Game”
Line 15 against Cal, an annual football competition that awards
the Stanford Axe—a sought-after trophy—to the victor.
Stanford also has successful programs in tennis and
golf. Only freshman are required to live on campus,
but students are guaranteed housing for all four years
Line 20 and most choose to remain on campus. Greek life at
Stanford represents approximately 10 percent of the
student body.
Three of Stanford University’s seven schools offer

undergraduate and graduate coursework, and the re-
maining four serve as purely graduate schools. Gradu-
ate programs include the highly ranked School of Edu-
cation, School of Engineering, Law School, School of
Medicine, and the top-ranked Graduate School of Busi-
ness.

A. Stanford University
B. California’s Bay Area
C. San Francisco
D. The Stanford Axe
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32. Stanford University was founded in 1885, it means Stanford
University will be______years old in 2012.
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sdroW A. 107 C. 127
B. 117 D. 137
33. The word its in Line 6 refers to_____.

A. fees
B. Stanford University
C. National Universities
D. tuition
34. Where in the passage does the author mention the location of
Stanford University?
A. Line 2 – 3 C. Line 5 – 7
B. Line 4 – 5 D. Line 8 – 10
35. The word victor in Line 16 can be replaced by_____.

A. participant C. loser
B. jury D. winner

A. The Stanford Cardinals are well known for the traditional
“Big Game”.
B. Stanford also has successful programs in tennis and
badminton.
C. Only freshman are required to live on campus.
D. Most students choose to remain on campus.
37. According to the passage, the graduate programs are as

follow, except______.
A. School of Advertising
B. School of Education
C. School of Engineering
D. School of Medicine

Line 1 There have been numerous notable rulers lead-

ers all over the world since time known. Here is brief
information of the three of them. There are Abraham
Lincoln, Gamal Abdel Nasser, and Mahatma Gandhi.
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Line 5 Abraham Lincoln was born in 1809. Abraham Lin-
coln was the 16th President of the United States of Words Corner
America, and also one of the most popular and well-
known leaders in the world. Abraham Lincoln was the
pioneer of Emancipation Proclamation which abol-
Line 15 ished slavery in America. He was also successful in
leading the American Civil War. Lincoln was criticized
for his policies and was assassinated while serving his
term as the president. He died in 1865.
Gamal Abdel Nasser was born in 1918. Gamal

Line 20 Abdel Nasser is one of the greatest and most respect-
ed leaders in Egypt as well as the other Arab coun-
tries. He led the country to overthrow the monarchy
and form a modern government. Specifically, his role
in the Suez canal crisis gained him respect from all the
others countries of the world. He died in 1970.
Mahatma Gandhi was born in 1869. Mohandas

Karamchand Gandhi, or Mahatma (meaning great
soul), was one of the greatest leaders of India. Ma-
hatma Gandhi played a pivotal role in the Indian strug-
gle for Independence from the British rule. His policy
of Satyagraha, or the non-violence, become a source
of inspiration for several other movements in the world.
He died in 1948.

A. Three notable rulers leaders in the world
B. Abraham Lincoln’s life
C. Mahatma Gandhi’s history
D. Gamal Abdel Nasser’s role in the world
39. The word them in Line 3 refers to_____.

A. numerous notable rulers leaders
B. brief information
C. the world
D. Abraham Lincoln
40. Beside as the 16th President in the U. S., what was Abraham
Lincoln?
A. He was one of the greatest and most respected leaders
in Egypt.
B. He was the pioneer of Emancipation Proclamation which
abolished slavery in America.
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C. He led the country to overthrow the monarchy and form a
modern government.
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sdroW D. He played a pivotal role in the Indian struggle for
Independence from the British rule.
41. According to the passage, “Nasser was born in 1918.” and “He
died in 1970”, it means he died when he was______years old.
A. 42 C. 62
B. 52 D. 72
42. According to the passage, which statement about Nasser is

true?
A. He was also succesful in leading the American Civil war.
B. He was the pioneer of Emancipation Proclamation which
abolished slavery in America.
C. He led the country to overthrow the monarchy and form a
modern government.
D. He played a pivotal role in the Indian struggle for
Independence from the British rule.
43. According to the passage, which statement about Gandhi is

NOT true?
A. Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi is the original name of
Mahatma Gandhi.
B. His policy of Satyagraha, or the non-violence, become a
source of inspiration for several other movements in the
world.
C. He was one of the greatest leaders of India.
D. He was born in 1948.
44. The word pivotal in Line 24 can be replaced by_____.

A. simple C. very important
B. great D. necessary
45. The word his in Line 25 refers to_____.

A. British rule C. Satyagraha
B. India D. Mahatma Gandhi
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Words Corner
Line 1 This determined Tennis player sure rocked the
world with her brilliant performances. With many trophies
to her credit, Martina Navratilova was almost like the per-
fect Tennis icon for many in the 80s. She won her French
Line 5 Open in 1984 and this left-handed tennis star won four
Grand Slam Women’s Doubles title the same year. The
1980s also witnessed Martina being ranked as the World
no. 1 doubles player. Martina may have suffered a little
setback owing to the emergence of Steffi Graf on the
tennis scenario but she bounced back in the year 1987
by beating her in the Wimbledon and U.S. Open finals.

A. The Tennis icon, Martina Navratilova
B. French Open
C. Grand Slam Women’s Doubles title
D. Steffi Graf
47. The word credit in Line 3 can be replaced by______.

A. liability C. money
B. award D. debt
48. The word she in Line 4 refers to_____.

A. Martina Navratilova
B. Steffi Graf
C. Grand Slam Women’s Doubles title
D. Tennis
49. When did Martina Navratilova win four Grand Slam Women’s
Doubles title?
A. In 1980 C. In 1984
B. In 1983 D. In 1987

A. Martina Navratilova won French Open in 1984.
B. The 1980s also witnessed Martina being ranked as the
World no. 1 doubles player.
C. Martina Navratilova bounced back in the year 1986 by
beating her in the Wimbledon and U.S. Open finals.
D. Martina Navratilova won four Grand Slam Women’s
Doubles title the same year.
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51. The word her in Line 11 refers to____.
A. Martina Navratilova
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sdroW B. the Wimbledon
C. U.S. Open
D. Steffi Graf

Line 1 Dancing around with a bunch of ghouls and mum-

mies, Michael Jackson became a musical phenom-
enon with his chartbusting track ‘Thriller’. He wooed
the PYT against an eerie backdrop. This was Michael’s
Line 5 second epic album, ‘Thriller’ (1982) and it saw stupen-
dous success (37 weeks at the number 1 slot). The vid-
eo inspired many more remakes along the way. It also
produced 7 hit singles. ‘Billie Jean’ received regular air-
plays and also became the first music video by a black
Line 10 artist to bag these slots. Michael’s signature moonwalk
had the ladies swooning over him and propelled loads
of youngsters to practice it for hours. Michael has al-
ways included brilliant choreography and lavish effects
into all his music videos. This boosted the popularity of
Line 15 all his tracks to a new high. ‘Beat It’ was also a part of
this multi-platinum selling album and became a smash
hit with its excellent choreography which included a
duel between two gangs cleverly showcased through
some brilliant choreography.
Line 20 Jackson reunited with his brothers to produce the

album ‘Victory’. 1984 saw the last concert of the Vic-
tory tour and this was the time when Michael decided
to go solo.
Michael also featured in the Grammy Award-win-

ning music video ‘We Are The World’ and also wrote
the lyrics for it along with Lionel Richie. This record was
used also for a lot charity work especially for the fam-
ine in East Africa.

A. Michael Jackson’s history
B. ‘Thriller’ moments
C. Jacko’s albums
D. The Grammy Award-winning music video ‘We Are The
World’
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53. According to the passage, which statement about Thriller is
NOT true?
A. Thriller was Michael’s second epic album. Words Corner
B. It was made in 1982.
C. It was at the number 1 slot for 37 weeks.
D. He collaborated with Lionel Richi to make this album.
54. The word it in Line 5 refers to____.

A. a black artist C. ‘Thriller’ album
B. Michael Jackson D. Billie Jean
55. Which statement is NOT true?

A. Michael had a famous choreography called moonwalk.
B. The first concert of ‘Victory’ was held in 1984.
C. Michael wrote the lyric of ‘We Are The World’ with Lionel
Richi.
D. ‘We Are The World’ was used for a lot charity work
especially for the famine in East Africa.
56. The word brilliant in Line 13 can be replaced by______.

A. very bright C. stupid
B. nice D. fool
57. Where in the passage does the author mention that Michael
Jackson collaborated with his brothers?
A. Line 14 – 15 C. Line 17 – 18
B. Line 15 – 16 D. Line 20 – 21
58. According to the passage, when did Michael start to go solo?

A. In 1982 C. In 1984
B. In 1983 D. In 1985
59. In ‘Thriller’ album there were some nice songs, which song
was a smash hit?
A. Beat It C. Billie Jean
B. Thriller D. We Are The One
60. The word famine in Line 28 can be replaced by______.

A. women C. food
B. female D. hunger
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Directions: In Part A you will hear short conversations between

Listen to an example. Sample Answer

(woman) : He’s very smart and majestic. B

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2. (woman) : My father looks for his newspaper. Do you see

3. (man) : The building is so high.

4. (woman) : I order a glass of tomato juice and beef steak.

5. (man) : It’s not an easy job.

6. (woman) : May I help you, Sir?

7. (man) : What do you think about me now?

8. (woman) : Complete this Test 1 – The introductory Level

9. (man) : I have a plan for going to the beach on Sunday.

10. (woman) : Today is beautiful day.

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12. (man) : The little boy is very active.

13. (woman) : I can’t find a sweater that I want.

14. (man) : How was your holiday?

15. (woman) : How many people will go there?

16. (man) : Our time is limited. We should finish this job

18. (man) : Excuse me. Can I have some palm sugar?

19. (woman) : The darkness is very scary.

20. (man) : Oh my God. I hate that person.

21. (woman) : I’m looking for Mr. James.

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23. (woman) : Where is our working paper?

24. (man) : It is museum, isn’t it?

25. (woman) : How’s your day?

27. (woman) : Be careful, Don.

28. (man) : The painting is wonderful.

29. (woman) : This room is not wide enough.

30. (man) : The assignment should be collected on

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2. A. The man’s grandmother is reading the newspaper.

3. A. The building is higher than the tower.

4. A. At the post office C. At the bus stop

5. A. He must give that job to somebody else.

7. A. The man is handsome.

8. A. At the canteen C. In the music studio

9. A. She wants to go with the man.

10. A. Today is really beautiful.

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12. A. The little boy is her student.

13. A. Visiting a different store.

14. A. He spent the holiday on the beach.

15. A. The man and his brother go there together.

16. A. She has finished the job.

17. A. He is very angry.

18. A. The palm sugar has been sold out.

19. A. Taking a lamp

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21. A. Mr. James is in the class.

22. A. A repairwoman C. A saleswoman

23. A. The working paper is being copied by Lance.

24. A. The museum has been closed.

25. A. He meets a beautiful girl.

26. A. She doesn’t understand the man’s utterance.

27. A. The pool is so deep. C. It is so full.

28. A. Her father hangs the painting.

29. A. Expanding the room

6. They generally_very clean beaches and they_their