Practice toeic reading test 2023 with answer – Actual test 04

Directions: A word or phrase is missing in each of the sentences below. Four answer choices are given below each sentence. Select the best answer to complete the sentence. Then mark the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your answer sheet.

Directions: Read the texts that follow. A word, phrase, or sentence is missing in parts of each text. Four answer choices for each question are given below the text. Select the best answer to complete the text. Then mark the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your answer sheet.

To the editor,

An article published in the November 23 issue of Town News (“Longwood: Boom or Bust?”)

contains a minor—131.—- of fact.

—132.—-. He is actually the owner of the store. Mathew Americks is the manager.

—133.—-, the writer was confused because Dan’s son, Ron Quinn, was the manager for some time.

The owner of Longwood Sports Store is very proud of —134.—- business’s vital role in the community.

It is a good place to shop for various sporting goods.

Sincerely,
Janet Wilson
Longwood resident

Thai Cooking Lessons at the Regazzi Hotel

Learn how to cook delicious and authentic Thai food from a renowned expert.
Chef Achara Srisai —135.—- a hands-on cooking lesson with genuine and traditional Thai recipes.

On the first day of the two day workshop, she will introduce you to the ingredients, recipes, and cooking methods that make Thai food so unique.

The second day will be your chance to create your own 3 course Thai meal under her expert guidance! Offered monthly, the lesson takes place at the Regazzi Hotel on two —136.—- Saturdays from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm.

—137.—-

The workshop is open to beginners and experienced cooks —138.—-, so sign up today!

Registration is required.

From:   FA@firstaidschool.com
To:   lavisksvs@gmail.com
Sub:   First-Aid Course
Date:   Sept 12

Dear Mr. Lavis:

You recently reserved a place for the October session of our first-aid course. I am writing to inform you of a change due to high —139.—- at the City Medical Center. We have separated one class into two groups, including yours, so we have changed the location to the Liverpool Boulevard clinic.

The class —-140.— at the same time as originally scheduled, on Tuesday afternoons from 2 P.M. to 5 P.M.

It will be taught by Sophia Henman, a nursing specialist —141.—- many years of experience.

—142.—-

If you are unable to attend the course, please call us at (245) 996-0247. Thank you.

Yours sincerely,

Shirley Valentine
Administrative Secretary
Liverpool Medical School

Dear Ms. Jackson,

Thank you for your application for a Sun debit card.

—143.—-

We’d like to welcome you as an —144.—- member of Sun Financial Services!

You’ll find an enclosed brochure containing all the information you need.

Please remember that we can serve you best if our information about you is up to date.

—145.—- your personal circumstances change-for example, your place of employment, financial situation, address, etc. – please notify the customer service office straight away.

Don’t hesitate to contact me or another customer service officer at (054) 555-2357 if you have any questions. —146.—-, try our e-mail at finance@sunfs.com.

Directions: In this part you will read a selection of texts, such as magazine and newspaper articles, e-mails, and instant messages. Each text or set of texts is followed by several questions. Select the best answer for each question and mark the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your answer sheet.

Looking for Senior Office Administrator

We have an immediate full-time position available at a busy law office in Norfolk. The candidate must be proficient at all clerical and basic accounting procedures. Must be comfortable with multi-tasking and have excellent interpersonal skills. Experience with standard spreadsheet programs is a must.

Hours: 9 A.M. to 5 P.M., Monday – Friday.

We offer a competitive salary plus health benefits and paid vacation.
For more information, please email: charrison@norfolklaw.com.

Raily ··········································· 3:34

Sally. Did you hear that Mr. Rutherford is retiring next month?

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Sally ··········································· 3:45

Yes, and he has mentioned Ms. Richmond as his possible replacement. She has been his faithful assistant for over 20 years, and Mr. Rutherford has a strong belief in her loyalty and sincerity.

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Sally ··········································· 3:46

But I don’t think she’s qualified for a marketing director. What do you think?

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Raily ··········································· 3:47

Well, I have to admit that she has done a great job for Mr. Rutherford, but ever since Ms. Roseberry has been with us, she has accomplished many things that made us what we are right now.

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Sally ··········································· 3:48

I’m totally with you. Let’s promote her, then!

To:   All employees

From:   Sarah McCaffrey <smccaffrey@infosearch.ca>

Date:   Wednesday 29 November

Subject:   Recognition Banquet

It’s the event you’ve all been waiting for. It’s time for Info Search’s annual employee banquet. Come and join us on December 28th for a night of great food, our yearly awards and even some live music by jazz musicians. This is a wonderful opportunity for all of our employees to have some fun and be recognized for their accomplishments this year. All pertinent information can be found below. Please RSVP to Sarah Mccaffrey by next Friday at smccaffrey@infosearch.ca if you plan to attend.

Date:   Thursday, December 28
Time:   18:00-23:00
Place:   Ambassador Hotel Banquet Hall (Second Floor)

Nice Room in Spacious Loft

Looking for a new roommate for 2 bedroom loft starting on January 1st. The location is great and very convenient, only a short walk to subway lines 2 and 5.

The interior is quite charming with large windows and high ceilings. Loft includes a sizeable kitchen, living room, and 2 full bathrooms. Trash collection and water are included in monthly rent; all other utilities are split evenly. There is no parking included, but there is a garage across the street that offers monthly rental. For more information, call 840-619-1091.

To:   Felicia Thomas <fethomas@zdot.com>

From:   Joe Amici <jamici@amicis.com>

Date:   June 3

Subject:   Party on June 24

Dear Ms. Thomas:

I am writing to confirm the order you faxed on June 1for your dinner party. — [1] –. The order indicates that you would like our lasagna and salad combination for 10 people. — [2] –. Each lasagna tray serves approximately 5 people, so I suggest you order one meat and one vegetarian.

— [3] –. I would also like to offer you our cheesecake dessert package for only an additional thirty dollars. It is a great way to finish off a dinner party.

— [4] — . Please let me know the final details of your order by June 20. We will have everything prepared and delivered to your home by 5 P.M. on June 24.

Thank you for choosing Amici’s Italian Restaurant for your catering needs.

Joe Amici
Owner, Amici’s Italian Restaurant

TO:   All employees
FROM:   Brian Lawton IDD Manager
DATE:   March, 17

In mid-April, Internal Development Department (IDD) will offer a seminar entitled Successful Selling. This session is designed to provide you with the necessary tools you need to deliver compelling and effective sales pitches and proposals. In addition, the seminar will offer tips reducing the stress involved in delivering a speech or presentation.

The workshop will be held on Friday, April 14th, from 9:00 A.M. -11:45 A.M., in Conference Room #2 of State Street office building. The presenter will be New York based John Lafontaine, who has given more than 500 seminars and workshops across North America over his prestigious 15-year career. His seminars are always well attended, in part because of his remarkable ability to explain complicated topics in a simple and entertaining way. Those who have experienced any of his previous lectures delivered to our company will vouch for the quality of his presentations. To register for this seminar please contact Ryan Callahan at extension 4611, or send him an e-mail at rcallahan@mbsc.com no later than April 10th.

This seminar is part of an ongoing series of IDD sales training workshops. Previous seminars covered such topics as efficient internet-searching techniques, time management proficiency, and group-communication skills. Topics that IDD plans to feature in the months to come will include effective phone communication, productive leadership, and successful negotiation skills.

James River Landing Condominiums

The James River Landing Condominiums combine an authentic urban environment with the natural amenities of the James River. With both city and river views to choose from, it’s the perfect blend of work and leisure, located just 3 minutes from downtown Richmond.

You can be one of the first to buy one of these luxurious condominiums. Standard features include granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, hardwood floors, and two reserved parking places in the onsite parking garage. There will also be a fitness center that will be completed this fall.

Please join us for our first open houses on August 7th and 8th. We also invite you to join us for our grand opening party on August 9th which will include hors d’oeuvres, wine, and tours of the different floor plans. All attendees will also be entered into a drawing with a chance to win gift certificates to downtown restaurants and attractions. Anyone who signs a contract by August 31st will receive $2,000 towards closing costs.

For more information, please visit our website at www.jamesriverlanding.com

Toronto Central Bank

To open a standard checking account with Toronto Central Bank, an applicant must

– be a resident of Canada;

– provide proof of residence for a credit card statement, mortgage document, or utility bill that clearly shows the applicant’s mailing address; and

– verify identification with a passport or government issued ID.

Some of the services provided for a standard checking account include:

– Instant cash ATM card: access cash at thousands of cash machines across North America;

– Free online banking: view your account, pay bills, and transfer money all from the comfort of your home

– #1 ranked customer service: benefit from our industry-leading service department online or by telephone 24 hours a day, 365 days a year;

– Free savings account: customers with an average monthly balance of $1000 or higher will have access to a savings account at no additional charge.

Dear Mr. Sanchez,

In our meeting last week with you and your fiancee, you expressed an interest in reserving our largest banquet hall for your wedding reception on August 18. At the time, I made a tentative reservation and sent a contract to you. — [1] –. I requested that the contract be signed and returned to my attention within ten business days. — [2] –.

I need to know if you still intend to make use of our facilities as soon as possible. If not, we have another couple that is interested in the same banquet hall and is prepared to make a deposit. — [3] –. If l do not hear from you within the next 48 hours, tm going to assume that you’re no longer interested and will cancel the reservation. — [4] –. If you want to keep the reservation, please contact me as soon as possible. Should you no longer have the original contract, I would be more than happy to send you another copy. I look forward to your response.

Sheila Brown
Event Coordinator

Dear Mr. Hudson,

According to our records, you leased a car from us a year ago. With winter fast approaching, you might consider having the vehicle brought in for its regular maintenance inspection. We would recommend that you call or email to schedule a time for you to bring the car to our service center. The car you leased from us has a five-year warranty which includes annual maintenance checks to ensure that the car is running smoothly and any defects are repaired.

You should consider having your car inspected now even if it seems to be working perfectly. Simple equipment check-ups made now can save a great deal of money in repairs and replacements in the long run. Furthermore, you should not wait until the middle of winter to have your vehicle checked. It may take longer for us to schedule a service because so many others will be making similar appointments.

Linda Anderson

To:   landerson@apexcars.com

From:   khudson@unitedinsurance.com

Date:   November3

Subject:   car inspection

Dear Ms. Anderson,

I received your letter regarding the car inspection. With the exception of routine oil changes, the vehicle has not been looked at since I signed the lease just over a year ago. So now would definitely be a good time to have it serviced. The car does not seem to be running as efficiently as before. I believe the brake pad s in particular need to be looked into and possibly replaced. Will you be able to schedule an appointment sometime within the next ten days?

I would also like to look into replacing the all-season tires with some winter tires. Could you please provide a quote for how much this would cost, including installation? Please contact me at 718-555-2369 to confirm a specific time for my appointment.

Thank you.

Ken Hudson
Human Resources Director, United Insurance

To:   Ail employees

From:   Betty Simmons <bettysms@worldmail.com>

Date:   November 21

Subject:   Annual Year End Party

As another year comes to a close, we’re pleased to announce the date of this year’s Year End party. We ‘re very lucky to have such a special group of employees who are always eager to participate in our company’s social engagements. This year’s party will be held on Saturday, December 18 from 5 P.M. to 10 P.M. at the Majestic Suites Hotel, the exact venue as last year.

The company will be supplying food, beverages, and musical entertainment. Sign-up sheets will be posted in the employee break room from now until December 8. In order to receive a ticket, you must sign up if you plan to attend.

Our administrative staff have been working hard to plan this special day so please sign-up as soon as possible. We look forward to another memorable event.

Regards,
Betty

To:   Betty Simmons <bettysms@worldmail.com>

From:   Andrew Fitzpatrick <andrewfzp@zmail.com>

Date:   November22

Subject:   Year and Party

As you may already know, we have recently formed a company basketball team. About ten people have joined so far, and we have been playing every Saturday at the Swift Creek High School Gym for the last few months. After receiving your e-mail about the company’s Year End Party, I immediately realized that we have a game scheduled for the same date at 6 P.M. I know everyone involved will want to attend both events but I don’t think we’ll be able to reschedule the game. Would it be possible to change the date of the Year End Party instead? If you are willing to consider it, I would be happy to help make the arrangements and check the availability of the hotel banquet halls.

Sorry for the inconvenience.

HTS Medical Seminars

1400 Westbury Avenue
Sarasota, Florida 60279

Join fellow doctors from across the country for education seminars in a variety of fields. HTS seminars are led by some of today’s top physicians at our Rowland Campus. All courses are accredited by American Council of Continuing Medical Education.

Early registration is recommended as attendance is limited to 100 participants per seminar.

Register online at www.htsmedseminars.com or call Valerie Bradshaw at 703-479-5500 for more information.

HTS ONLINE REGISTRATION FORM

Name : Donald Sterling

E-mail : dsterling@stlukestexas.com

Address : 427 Oakmont Street, Houston, Texas 77030

Telephone : 832-640-2900

I am registering for : September 22

Registration submitted on : August 18

Thank you for your registration. You will receive confirmation by E-mail within 24 hours.

To:   Gallant Corporation employees <allemployees@GalCorp.com>

From:   Director, Human Resources <HRdirector@GalCorp.com>

Date:   November 20

Subject:   Fitness Center

Dear Friends and Colleagues,

Here at Gallant Corporation, we recognize the importance of our employees’ health and fitness. That’s why we have worked diligently over the past three years to ensure that our employee exercise facility is in excellent condition. We want our fitness center to cater to your needs. Over the past few years, we have purchased modern exercise equipment, renovated the men’s and women’s locker rooms, and developed our well-known exercise and diet program, “For Your Health and Well-being”.

We would like to thank everyone who took part in our annual survey about the fitness center. Based on your suggestions, a few changes will be made. These will go into effect on January 1 of next year. Most importantly, we are extending our weekday hours; now the center will remain open for an extra three hours from Monday through Thursday. Also, long-time members will be pleasantly surprised to know that our most popular personal trainer Jenna Sanchez is to be the new manager of the fitness center.

We would like to encourage more employees to take advantage of our fitness center and programs. Memberships, as always, are subsidized and cost only $15 monthly. Further, for a limited time, we are offering a special introductory rate for new members. If you sign up by December 31, you will only be charged $10 per month for the first three months. Contact Jenna Sanchez to learn more information.

Don’t Forget!

1. Please limit your time with equipment to 30 minutes if others are waiting for it.

2. Members may invite one guest per visit. Minors under 18 must be supervised by a member at all times.

3. There are no additional fees for classes. However, class size is limited to 15, so make sure that you register early to secure a place. Because classrooms are small, personal belongings should be left in the locker room. All new members must participate in a 30-minute safety course before beginning to use the facilities.

4. Members sign in and present their membership card to enter the fitness center.

To :   kkennedy@globalmail.com

From :   deborth@whitmooreproperties.com

Date :   August 5

Subject :   Guest house location

Dear Kevin,

I recently came across a property for sale that may be of interest to you. I have made some initial inquiries and I believe that it may be suitable to turn into a guest house like the one you have in mind. Presently, the location would probably not attract many drive-by customers; although it is near a major road and a popular restaurant, the closest tourist area is a few kilometers away. However, the construction of an amusement park just half a kilometer away will be complete in January of next year. So it seems safe to assume that in the near future there will be an increased demand for hotels in the area. I’m emailing you a copy of the property listing. If you need more information, I will call the agency, request a tour, and have a look inside the property. If it meets your needs, we should try to make an offer below the listing price because I think the price is a bit high given the interior renovations that are required. But I must say that I’m impressed by the property’s special features, which would be nice for attracting guests.

Sincerely,
Deb Orth

Real estate listing #3827

• Commercial building located 3 kilometers east of Seven Springs

• Meets zoning and building code regulations to serve as either apartments or a small inn

• Previously operated as a multi-family apartment building

• Building has 800 square foot units (15 guest rooms), all with a kitchen and full bath

• Includes 10 onsite parking spaces

Special features

• Amenities include an outdoor swimming pool located in the rear of the building. 7 of the 15 rooms have a view of the pool.

• Walk up attic with I000 square feet of storage. No renovation necessary for common areas, although individual units could use aesthetic renovations such as new carpet and paint.

• Recently installed all new plumbing fixtures throughout the building.

From:   11 Kevin Kennedy
To:   Deb Orth
Received:   August 5, 6:53 PM

Hello, Mr. Orth. I’ve got your e-mail and the related information. That is very helpful to me. By the way, I was wondering if we can get more parking spaces. I think it’ s better for each room to be provided with at least 1 space for parking. If it is possible, the property would be quite good. Please let me know about this issue as soon as possible. Thank you.