... tackle standardized tests like the TOEFL exam.
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The TOEFL exam is an important test, so it’s important to be properly
prepared. The advice in this chapter ...
repay
example: She will make
up for her mistake by
doing extra work.
to determine
example: I made up my
mind to pass the exam.
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In this question, the ... makes it easier for you to learn.
Sleep on It
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But how do you know what you should highlight or underline? As you study forthe TOEFL exam, you
should...
... Talks
- If the prices of stock continue to fall, investors will wait forthe prices to hit bottom and then begin to
buy. A down market has a positive side.
Choose the best answer tothe question. ... Managing Director. The
Board of Directors asked me to submit my letter of resignation and I have done so. They told me to leave
by the close of business today. I want to thank you forthe privilege ...
- There never used to be as many cars on the road as there are today. It seem that as we improve the roads,
more people want to drive. The more roads there are, the more cars there are on them....
...
Who is the man talking to?
(A) A teller. √
(B) A conductor.
(C) A ranch hand.
(D) An accountant.
53. M: The first stop on today's tour is the museum.
W: Then are we going tothe commercial ... does the woman want to go?
(A) To a fast food restaurant.
(B) Tothe bank. √
(C) Tothe park.
(D) Tothe parking lot.
72. M: Work is slow because everyone has to wait to use the printer.
W: ... seats fill the room.
4. Look at the picture marked number 4 in your test book.
(A) They are going tothe show.
(B) The leader is scouting the terrain.
(C) The hikers have chosen their campsite....
... I'm in the mood for something light.
M: We'll go tothe cafe on the corner. They serve good salads.
What are they discussing?
(A) Howto get some sunlight.
(B) Where to have lunch. ... They're looking at their laptop outdoors. √
(B) They're making coffee for two.
(C) They're pointing to each other.
(D) They're waiting for a table.
8. Look at the picture marked ... Fly to Atlanta.
(B) Book an earlier flight.
(C) Call the airport before they leave. √
(D) Leave the airport.
65. M: How do you turn the computer on?
W: The switch is at the back.
M: There,...
... myself.
What is the man going to do?
(A) Manage the director.
(B) Wear glasses.
(C) Meet the director. √
(D) Introduce the director.
62. M: Here is your room key. The elevators are on your ... some letters.
(B) To speak at a meeting. √
(C) To show the film.
(D) To announce the date.
64. M: I'd like to pay for this sweater by check.
W: I'll need to see two forms of identification. ...
How will the man pay forthe sweater?
(A) Charge it.
(B) With a check. √
(C) With a credit card.
(D) Pay cash.
65. M: How do I get tothe history museum?
W: Go through the park, past the...
... think so. They are still busy cleaning the rooms.
Why do they need extra help?
(A) To clean the rooms.
(B) To get ready forthe banquet. √
(C) To talk tothe housekeeper staff.
(D) To wait ... in the company directory.
M: He's moved to a new office. The directory has the old number.
What does the man need?
(A) The dictionary.
(B) The directory.
(C) The phone log.
(D) The ... on the line. √
Questions 83 and 84 refer tothe following announcement.
- This station is Downtown Central, transfer point forthe East-West subway line. Take the elevator or the
stairs to the...
... who are unable to use the escalators or stairs should stay on the train,
exit at the next station, and use the elevators there. Buses are available to take these passengers to their
destinations. ... we'll see the plaza.
W: Will we get to go inside the houses along the plaza?
M: No, I'm sorry. They're not open tothe public.
Why can't they see the housses?
(A) They'll ... too.
M: We certainly won't come here again.
Why are the man and woman upset?
(A) The restaurant is bad. √
(B) They can't come back tothe restaurant.
(C) They want to talk to the...
... statement for this quarter first.
M: I can't compute the taxes without the salary information.
What is the relationship of the speakers?
(A) Singer and conductor.
(D) The polls are open forthe ... refer tothe following announcement.
- Due tothe extremely hot weather, the electric company is planning to turn off power in certain districts
during the day. This will reduce the total demand ... countries. √
(D) The ship is leaving the harbor. √
3. Look at the picture marked number 3 in your test book.
(A) They wrote the check in the bank.
(B) The trees are by the flowers.
(C) The hall...
... access to information and can rally
a worldwide resistance to a product.
Another thing to watch for: History is replete with examples of
creeping into progress. Today many appear humorous after the ... may
become the disruptive influence for another industry. Finally, by
reinvesting you make it difficult forthe competition to enter the
market by setting the standard forthe product. Make the cost ... it was too late. The inventors of Corian sat
on the technology until it was sold for a small sum to DuPont,
which now uses it in high-grade countertops. The U.S. Army saw no
need forthe airplane,...