Vocational Institusional English Readiness Assesment

LISTENING COMPREHENSION (approximately 25 minutes)

in this section of the test you will have the chance to show how well you understand spoken
English there are four parts to this section with special directions for each part part one
directions for each part.

Part 1 – Directions
For each question in this part, you will see a picture and you will hear four short statements.
The statements will be spoken just one time. They will not be printed, so you must listen
carefully to understand what the speaker says. When you hear the four statements, look at the
picture and choose the statement that best describes what you see in the picture. Then for your
answer, find the number of the question and mark your answer.

Now listen to the four statements

(A) they're in the meeting
(B) they're making a recording

(C) they're walking together

(D) They ‘replaying music
1.

(A) she is copying a letter

(B) she's listening to music
(C) she's taking notes
(D) she's working in the garden
2.

(A) the chairs are inside the house

(B) the windows are on the first floor
(C) the couple is climbing up the trees
(D) the couple is outside the house
3.

(A) she is drawing on the white board

(B) she is making a gesture with her hand
(C) she is holding onto a table
(D) she is sitting near a window
4.

(A) the table is square

(B) the basket is under the table
(C) the books are on the floor
(D) there is a price tag on the chair
5.

(A) people are crossing the street

(B) the police are patrolling the street
(C) the streets are all empty
(D) a car is in the middle of the crossroad
6.

(A) the man is fixing a bookshelf

(B) the man is holding books
(C) the man is folding a t-shirt
(D) the man is turning on the lights
7.

(A) they are wearing the same clothes

(B) they are checking the cables
(C) they are looking at the computers
(D) they are repairing the tables
8.

(A) they are sitting in a restaurant

(B) they are drinking some coffee
(C) they are looking for the napkins
(D) they are setting a table for dinner
9.

(A) the man is wearing a helmet

(B) the airplane is landing
(C) the man is smiling
(D) the motorcycle is behind the plane
10.

(A) they are looking at the computer

(B) the man is giving a presentation
(C) they are typing on their computers
(D) one man is holding a mug
Part 2 Directions
In this part of test, you will hear a question spoken in English, followed by three responses, also
spoken in English. The question and the responses will be spoken just one time. They will not be
printed, so you must listen carefully to understand what the speakers say. You are to choose
the best response to each question.
Now listen to a sample question.

11. Where will you live in Brussels?

(A) for a month
(B) with my cousin
(C) during rush hours

12. The building is new isn't it?

(A) no it will not be built
(B) yes it's in the building
(C) yes i guess so

13. What's the traffic light there?

(A) it's a bit light
(B) i like living there
(C) i've been there before

14. Who will drive you to the airport?

(A) she will fly tomorrow
(B) sandy will do that
(C) yes just already at the airport
15. Why didn't you call jerry back?
(A) i have jerry's number
(B) he forgot my number
(C) we had to attend a meeting

16. How long does it take you to go to the office?

(A) the train does not pass my office
(B) around an hour
(C) it is longer than i expected

17. How often do you travel?

(A) for two months
(B) i'm traveling this year
(C) usually twice a year

18. What kind of food do you prefer?

(A) i'll think about it
(B) i enjoy spicy dishes
(C) no thanks i have had my lunch

19. Did you receive the box?

(A) no jenny has sent it
(B) what box
(C) the box is not there
20. How can i book the table for four?
(A) well my secretary has the book
(B) around four
(C) check the website

21. Don't open the store before 10!

(A) no worries i won't
(B) i am in the store
(C) i'll be there before 10

22. When will the workshop start?

(A) at 8 30 i guess
(B) we have attended the workshop
(C) next to the auditorium

23. What's your plan for your retirement?

(A) maybe tomorrow
(B) i've planned it already
(C) start gardening i think

24. Where is the largest bookstore around here?

(A) yes i like reading a lot
(B) it's around the corner
(C) it usually closes at five

25. How many workshops are there this year?

(A) i'd like to come
(B) at 3 o'clock
(C) 5 i guess

Part 3 Directions
In this part of the test, you will hear fifteen short conversations between two people. The
conversations will not be printed. You will hear the conversations only once, so you must listen
carefully to understand what the speakers say.
You will read a question about each conversation. The question will be followed by four
answers. You are to choose the best answer to each question.
Now let us begin part 3 with question number 26
26. Listening
A : ben did not send the email to the client
B : he has trouble with his computer
A : i hope he can fix it soon
Why didn't Ben send the email to the client?
A) He was very busy.
B) He was hospitalized for quit a while.
C) He went for a meeting.
D) He had problems with his computer.

27. Listening
A : what did you say about last week's presentation?
B : it was inspiring i found it very useful for us
A : really i thought the presenter could have done it better
When was the presentation?
A) Last week.
B) Three weeks ago.
C) Last night.
D) Two weeks ago.

28. Listening
M : i am unable to fix this machine within two hours
W : you should ask ryan for help
M : that's an idea so i can leave the office earlier
What does the women advice the man to do?
A) Ask Ryan to fix the machine.
B) Help the woman fix the machine.
C) Fix the machine after work.
D) Leave the office earlier.

29. Listening
M : i'd like you to discuss this matter with our new marketing manager
W : is he going to handle the northern regions
M : yes but he will sell some deals in Midwest first
What area will the new marketing manager deal now?
A) The south area.
B) The north area.
C) The east area.
D) The midwest area.

30. Where did Ernie have an accident?

W : Ernie what happened to your hand?
E : i fell down from the second floor and broke my arm.
W : oh my i hope you can attend this week's
A) At the parking area.
B) At the office.
C) At the pool.
D) At home.

31. Listening
W : pardon me where can i find eileen street?
M : if you enjoy sightseeing take a stroll through saint matthew park
W :i do but not in this kind of weather
What are they discussing?
A) A location of a street.
B) A park.
C) A bus route.
D) A sightseeing area.

32. Listening
M :did you know anything about andrew Wilson?
W : he got a new job and moved to another country didn't he?
M : yep i believe he wanted a more challenging job
What is Andrew Wilson doing now?
A) He was promoted.
B) He moved his office.
C) He set up his business.
D) He is retiring.

33. Listening
M : i will never ever take that south route
W : what is it now ray traffic jam or accident
M : neither the police blocked the route
Why is Ray angry?
A) He got lost.
B) He had an accident.
C) He trapped in a traffic jam.
D) He could not pass the street.

34. Listening
W : sam i believe you know how to get there
S : i do know the place yet i don't have suitable clothes what part is that
W : they hold it in the garden wear something light
What is Sam concerned about?
A) The place.
B) The dress code.
C) The garden.
D) The food and drinks.

35. Listening
W : my apology we have to reject your letter we need another document
M : okay i'll come back to you after lunch break with the document, will i be able to get my id
card today?
W : i'll see to it
Why couldn't he get his ID card today?
A) He forgot to bring his ID card.
B) He needs to submit another document.
C) He left his application letter behind.
D) The office was closed after lunch break.
36. Listening
M : did they mention the flight arrival time?
W : yes they told us to wait for another one
M : hour well then let's grab a bite
Where does this conversation take place?
A) In an airport.
B) In a department store.
C) In an office building.
D) In a cafetaria.

37. Listening
M : your health checkup indicates good results mrs gray
G : do you think i'm fit enough to take a long distance trip?
M : yes but do take good care of your health before traveling
Who is the man?
A) A traveler.
B) A consultant.
C) A physician.
D) A guide.

38. Listening
W : we have been stuck here for hours i really wonder what the problem is?
M : same here i wish we didn't take this road
W : you're telling me let's just hope we get to the station on time
What are they doing?
A) Waiting in a station..
B) Fixing a car.
C) Driving in a car.
D) Blocking a street.

39. Listening
W : i have difficulty operating this tv set it doesn't show any pictures
M : i'll read the manuals and check the wiring
W : i've already done that
What are they discussing?
A) Operating a TV set.
B) Fixing a wiring system.
C) Some TV programs.
D) A new audio system

40. Listening
M : believe it or not today's meeting with the bod has been cancelled again
W : i'm not surprised they haven't come back from the trip
M : i've heard that they've changed the schedule to next month
When will the meeting be?
A) Next month.
B) Tomorrow evening.
C) This week.
D) Tomorrow morning

Part 4 Directions
In this part of the test, you will hear several short talks. Each will be spoken just one time. They
will not be printed, so you must listen carefully to understand and remember what it said.
You will read two or more questions about each short talk. Each question will be followed by
four answers. You are to choose the best answer to each question.

Questions 41 and 42 refer to the following announcement

Welcome aboard passengers track 7a to sydney it will take us exactly three hours to our
destination, we will get to barora train station at nine o'clock for your convenience we will bring
light snacks and drinks in half an hour please remain seated our crew will bring you the food
soon enjoy the trip.
41. Where does this announcement take place?
A) In a bus.
B) At a train station.
C) In a train.
D) At a bus station..
42. How long will the trip be?
A) 30 minutes.
B) 60 minutes.
C) 3 hours.
D) 9 hours.

Questions 43 and 44 refer to the following talk

Good morning everyone we are going to discuss two points today our first agenda is about our
new product launching, next one is concerning the promotion team for the product we will
market the product in January, we have only three months now yet we are still having problems
finding the right team so by the end of this month we must get the right team.
43. Where is the talk probably given?
A) In a company workshop.
B) At a new product launching.
C) During a meeting.
D) At a farewell party.
44. When will the new product be launched?
A) In November
B) In December
C) In January
D) In February

Questions 45 and 46 refer to the following advertisement

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the right solutions, subscribe to mock isp and have faster access speed and more email accounts
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45. What is the advertisement about?
A) Security service.
B) Virus detection.
C) Free seminars.
D) Internet providers.
46. What is offered by Mach ISP?
A) A free presentation.
B) A free virus protection.
C) More email accounts.
D) Cheaper prices.

Questions number 47 and 48 refer to the following message

Hello this is me anna, i am unable to answer any calls, i'm busy at this moment, please leave
urgent messages and i'll get back to you asap,or text me if it's really urgent,thank you good day
now read question 47 and answer it.
47. Why can't Anna answer phone calls?
A) She's leaving.
B) She's at the office.
C) She's having lunch.
D) She's occupied.
48. What should the caller do?
A) Stop calling Anna..
B) Leave a message.
C) Visit Anna at the office.
D) Call Anna's office

Questions 49 and 50 refer to the following instructions

Hello Arnold, i'm ryan hayden editing section chief. i'll show you around this desk is to put all
your belongings, you'll get the key after lunch, my secretary Edwina will give you all the
necessary documents.
49. Who is talking?
A) Ryan Hayden.
B) Arnold.
C) Arnold's assistant.
D) Ryan's assistant.
50. What will Edwina do?
A) Have lunch with Arnold.
B) Give Arnold the key.
C) Prepare all the documents.
D) Check Arnold's belonging.

YOU WILL HAVE 35 MINUTES TO COMPLETE PARTS 5, 6, AND 7 OF THE TEST.

READING
In this section of the test, you will have a chance to show how well you understand written
English. There are three parts to this section, with special directions for each part.
Part 5 Directions Questions 51 - 70 are incomplete sentences. Four words or phrases, marked
(A), (B), (C), (D) are given below each sentences. You are to choose the one word or phrase that
best completes the sentence. Then find the number of the question and mark it.), (C) or (D).

51. The teller will...... your accounts online before you can withdraw your money.
a) take
b) pay
c) write
d) check

52. The fire fighters need longer hoses to.. the fire they see on the site.
A) move back
B) take out
C) put out
D) turn back

53. The budget will be...... during the meeting next month.
A) rejected
B) resent
C) rewritten
D) reviewed

54. There are some staff members...... customers' complaints.

A) handling
B) listening
C) solving
D) waiting

55. To market the new products effectively, you must make a good plan.......
A) first
B) next
C) early
D) sooner

56. As a courtesy to our patients and visitors, please..... your cell phone upon entering hospital.
A) silence
B) silenced
C) silences
D) silenced

57. The new branch will be built... business area.

A) for
B) of
C) in
D) to

58. While the company are tightening security....., relief efforts are still struggling to get
through.
A) issues
B) interests
C) measures
D) deposits
59. The board of directors must approve all..... changes to the advertisement before it is
released.
A) proposals
B) propose
C) proposes
D) proposed

60. The copywriter...... the advertisement in his room now.

A) to design
B) designing
C) is designing
D) designs

61. All of these used clothes are .... shipped to the local charity shops all around the country.
A) lightly
B) regularly
C) exactly
D) fairly

62. The problem of ROCCO company.... on the news since yesterday.

A) has been
B) is
C) was
D) is being

63. We set a cheaper price in the suburb... that in the city.

A) than
B) from
C) or
D) as
64. Mr. Caryle, one of the project members,...... in charge of the south region.
A) that
B) are
C) is
D) which

65. I am disappointed that she refused to accept..... budget proposal.

A) myself
B) mine
C) my
D) I

66. They.. a lot of projects this year.

A) doing
B) do
C) to do
D) are doing

67. Company outings are held at the end of the year.

A) seldom
B) rare
C) effort
D) unusually

68. The main lamps were off but the room was still bright enough for me to read.
A) site
B) lighting
C) situation
D) ventilation

69. Mr. Smith will you after the lunch break. Thank you.
A) meeting
B) meet
C) met
D) to meet

70. The shop sells most of its products with low prices to maintain.....
A) buying
B) buyers
C) to buy
D) bought

Part 6 Directions
In questions 71 - 80, read the texts that follow. A word or phrase is missing in some of the
sentences. Four answer choices are given below each of the sentences. Select the best answer
to complete the text. Then mark the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your answer.
Now begin work on the questions.

Choose the correct answer.

To:
yorkschool@[Link]
From:
mayumisugar@[Link]
Subject: Language courses in England
Dear Sir or ___ (71).
I saw an advertisement for York School on the Internet. I am interested (72) an English course
for three weeks in the summer. I (73) English at my business college at present, but I need more
practice.
Could you send me a brochure with details and dates of the courses and a price list?
Sincerely,
Mayumi Sato
71.
A) Mister
B) Mrs.
C) Madam
D) Ms.

72.
A) for
B) in
C) at
D) by

73.
A) am learning
B) be learning
C) learn
D) do learn

Choose the correct answer.

Introducing our new bookstore The Bookcase
We (74)__ (75)__. in the city center. store clerks for our new bookstore
Our store is open seven days a week from Monday to (76)____.
We need someone who (77)_ English well.
74.
A) look
B) looking
C) are look
D) are looking
76.
A) Friday
B) Sunday
C) Saturday
D) Wednesday
77.
A) speaks
B) speak
C) to speak
D) is speaking

Choose the correct answer.

The 2021 Workplace
This new book by Chen Ming looks at how we (78)_ in the future. All of our workplaces will be
(79)__ that means we won't have a real office.
We can work (80) _____ and can have our business meetings from home if we want to.
The 2025 Workplace is a book that everyone will enjoy reading.
78.
A) will work
B) are working
C) work
D) worked
79.
A) technical
B) actual
C) comfortable
D) virtual
80.
A) nowhere
B) anyway
C) anywhere
D) somewhere