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A. LISTENING SECTION
1 Look at the picture. Listen to the four statements, and choose the Mark your choice. Mark your Mark your Mark your D
one that best describes the picture. choice. choice. choice.

2 Look at the picture. Listen to the four statements, and choose the Mark your choice. Mark your Mark your Mark your C
one that best describes the picture. choice. choice. choice.
3 Look at the picture. Listen to the four statements, and choose the Mark your choice. Mark your Mark your Mark your B
one that best describes the picture. choice. choice. choice.

4 Listen to the question or statement, and choose the best response Mark your choice. Mark your Mark your Mark your C
to it. choice. choice. choice.
5 Listen to the question or statement, and choose the best response Mark your choice. Mark your Mark your Mark your D
to it. choice. choice. choice.
6 Listen to the question or statement, and choose the best response Mark your choice. Mark your Mark your Mark your B
to it. choice here. choice. choice.
7 Listen to the question or statement, and choose the best response Mark your choice. Mark your Mark your Mark your B
to it. choice. choice. choice.
8 Listen to the conversation, and choose the best answer to the The woman has The woman is The man is The man is D
question. been hired as telling her explaining interviewin
finance staff. present main his last g a woman.
Question: job. position.
What can we infer from the dialogue?
9 Listen to the conversation, and choose the best answer to the The transportation The taxi How to go to The bus C
question. going to the City available in the the City Hall schedule
Hall from the City Hall and by a public around the
Question: police station. the police transportation City Hall.
What are they talking about? station. .
10 Listen to the conversation, and choose the best answer to the He was on He gave new He had a He changed C
question. vacation. login IDs. training the
session. computer
Question: system.
What did the man do last week?
11 Listen to the conversation, and choose the best answer to the He meets the He has to He will help He is going D
question. directors on finish the Sophie meet to do the
Thursday. project next the president. project in
Question: week. two days.
What will the man do next?
12 Listen to the monolog, and choose the best answer to the A ticket counter A big event A telephone A concert C
question. keeper. organizer. operator. spectator.

Question:
Who is probably the speaker?
13 Listen to the monolog, and choose the best answer to the By pushing a By calling the By ordering a By A
question. button. box office. season pass. checking
the
Question: newspaper.
How can you learn about concert tickets?
14 Listen to the monolog, and choose the best answer to the Introducing Announcing Outlining Proposing C
question. speakers at a changes to a registration new
workshop. schedule. procedures. workshops.
Question:
What is the talk mainly about?
15 Listen to the monolog, and choose the best answer to the Participants are There may be People The forms B
question. free to join. waiting lists. should come will be
early. mailed.
Question:
What does the speaker say about the workshops?
B. READING SECTION
16 Complete the dialogue with suitable expression. Will you invite Are you going Will you be Do you D
me to see the to join the there to buy want to
Budiman: There will be a year-end art event main the best come to the
exhibition at the Plaza. ...? committee painting opening on
Anita: Sure. It wouldn’t just be fun but Monday
extraordinary.
17 Complete the dialogue with suitable expression. She has truly She has a She has a She has A
outdone herself brilliant future various been
Jim: This one over here is one of her support number of interested in
best works, in my opinion. collections displaying
Susan: Amazing. .... This collage has to her work
be her best ever.
18 Complete the dialogue with suitable expression. It will be retyped It was sent two It was It has to be C
soon days ago reviewed revised next
Mark: Excuse me. Is my application yesterday month
being processed?
Staff: ..., and you’ll be notified of our
decision later today.
19 Complete the dialogue with suitable expression. it’s likely going to it will be it will it’s going to C
start late considered probably run stop earlier
Jack: When will the staff meeting be soon over
over?
Roger: It’s supposed to end at 3
o’clock, but ....
Jack: I though it might. There’s a lot to
discuss.
20 Complete the dialogue with suitable expression. Where can you Where will Where was it Where did D
pay for it you take it founded you get it
Linda : What’s that?
Jerry : A coffee maker. You just put
the coffee and the water in it,
and then turn on the machine.
Linda : Not bad. ...?
Jerry : That little store on the corner.
I just bought it.
21 Complete the dialogue with suitable expression. Don’t you need Can’t we do Could you Shall we B
times to relax something watch a just have a
Wife : Let’s go dancing for a change. different movie on special
We haven’t done that for a television dinner at
long time. home
Husband: Well, to tell you the truth, I
don’t really feel like it
tonight. I had a pretty hard
day and I’m sort of tired. ...?
Wife : Well, do you have any
suggestions?
22 Complete the dialogue with suitable expression. If you decide it If you send me If you believe If you give D
quickly a keynote in yourself me enough
Bale : What’s the matter with your time
computer?
Bush : The files are in total disarray.
Can you organize them for us?
Bale : ..., I’m sure I can straighten
them out.
23 Complete the dialogue with suitable expression. You’ll need to You’ll have to We’ll need to We’ll have B
walk more take the stairs reorganize it to do our
Guard : The elevator isn’t working. .... quickly best
Worker: It was out yesterday, too. How
long do you expect it to be
down?
Guard : Just one more day.
24 Complete the dialogue with suitable expression. What color are What seems to Where did Why don’t B
you fond of be the matter you buy the you take the
Store clerk: Can I help you, ma’am? goods receipt
Customer: Yes. I’d like to exchange
this jacket.
Store clerk: ...?
Customer: It’s the wrong size, and I
don’t really like the color.
25 The question is based on the following dialogue. To save 5 To reduce the To borrow To buy a B
percent every house some new
Amelia : My dear husband, we need to cut our month. payment. money. property.
expenses. I think we should refinance
our mortgage. I heard an ad on the
radio today. It said that the interest
rate right now is only 5 percent.
Hanafi : Hmm... That's a good idea. What's our
mortgage payment now, about $300 a
month?
Amelia :Yes. I called the phone number on the
radio ad. The gentleman said we could
lower our payment to about $200 a
month if we refinance soon.
Hanafi :Let's make an appointment with the
mortgage company. We sure could
use an extra hundred bucks each
month.

Question:
Why does Amelia suggest to cut her family expenses?
26 The question is based on the following dialogue. Schedule a Listen back to Drive to the Spend A
meeting. the radio. bank. $100.
Amelia : My dear husband, we need to cut our
expenses. I think we should refinance
our mortgage. I heard an ad on the
radio today. It said that the interest
rate right now is only 5 percent.
Hanafi : Hmm... That's a good idea. What's our
mortgage payment now, about $300 a
month?
Amelia : Yes. I called the phone number on the
radio ad. The gentleman said we could
lower our payment to about $200 a
month if we refinance soon.
Hanafi : Let's make an appointment with the
mortgage company. We sure could
use an extra hundred bucks each
month.

Question:
What will they probably do next?
27 The question is based on the following dialogue. wage price standard payment C
Amelia : My dear husband, we need to cut our
expenses. I think we should refinance
our mortgage. I heard an ad on the
radio today. It said that the interest
rate right now is only 5 percent.
Hanafi : Hmm... That's a good idea. What's our
mortgage payment now, about $300 a
month?
Amelia : Yes. I called the phone number on the
radio ad. The gentleman said we could
lower our payment to about $200 a
month if we refinance soon.
Hanafi : Let's make an appointment with the
mortgage company. We sure could
use an extra hundred bucks each
month.
Question:
“... that the interest rate right now ...” (4th sentence)
The underlined word is synonymous with ....
28 The question is based on the following dialogue. Long distance. Dropped Types of Cell-phone D
calls. phone. companies
James : Oh no. The phone company dropped my call again, .
right in the middle of the conversation! I'm fed up
with Z-Mobile!
Rudy : I use Rewired. I hardly ever get dropped, and long
distance calls in the US and Canada are free. Plus, I
can choose four friends to talk with each month as
long as I like.
James : Really? You get unlimited minutes with four
people? How much do you pay each month?
Rudy : I pay a flat fee of $70 for up to 700 minutes, but
you can choose pay-as-you-go plans too. I really
like Rewired. You should check it out.

Question:
What are the speakers mainly discussing?
29 The question is based on the following dialogue. His call got cut He dropped He paid too His A
off. his phone. much minutes
money. were
James : Oh no. The phone company dropped my call again, limited.
right in the middle of the conversation! I'm fed up
with Z-Mobile!
Rudy : I use Rewired. I hardly ever get dropped, and long
distance calls in the US and Canada are free. Plus, I
can choose four friends to talk with each month as
long as I like.
James : Really? You get unlimited minutes with four
people? How much do you pay each month?
Rudy : I pay a flat fee of $70 for up to 700 minutes, but
you can choose pay-as-you-go plans too. I really
like Rewired. You should check it out.

Question:
What problem does James have?
30 The question is based on the following dialogue. fixed direct levelled horizontal A

James : Oh no. The phone company dropped my call again,

right in the middle of the conversation! I'm fed up
with Z-Mobile!
Rudy : I use Rewired. I hardly ever get dropped, and long
distance calls in the US and Canada are free. Plus, I
can choose four friends to talk with each month as
long as I like.
James : Really? You get unlimited minutes with four
people? How much do you pay each month?
Rudy : I pay a flat fee of $70 for up to 700 minutes, but
you can choose pay-as-you-go plans too. I really
like Rewired. You should check it out.

Question:
“I pay a flat fee of ...” (10th sentence)
The underlined word can be best replaced with ....
31 The question is based on the following dialogue. A robbed house. A long A smart but A disorder D
weekend hungry dog. occuring
Melly : How was your long weekend? plan. in a house

Mona : It was good. We went out of town to celebrate my

daughter’s birthday. But when we got home, things
in the kitchen were in a mess. Some of the trash had
been eaten and some of the cupboards had been
opened. Besides, stains had been left on the floor.
We were confused with what had happened.
Melly : Doesn’t it sound like somebody had broken the
house?
Mona : No. The door hadn’t been broken. No keys were
damaged. And it turned out to be my dog, who is
very good in climbing and very hungry all the time.
He might have jumped over the trash bin and broken
everything. We were quite relieved but we had to
clean up all around the house.

Question:
What is the dialogue mainly about?
32 The question is based on the following dialogue. She was She was She was She was B
worried. grateful. confused. impatient.
Melly : How was your long weekend?
Mona : It was good. We went out of town to celebrate my
daughter’s birthday. But when we got home, things
in the kitchen were in a mess. Some of the trash had
been eaten and some of the cupboards had been
opened. Besides, stains had been left on the floor.
We were confused with what had happened.
Melly : Doesn’t it sound like somebody had broken the
house?
Mona : No. The door hadn’t been broken. No keys were
damaged. And it turned out to be my dog, who is
very good in climbing and very hungry all the time.
He might have jumped over the trash bin and
broken everything. We were quite relieved but we
had to clean up all around the house.

Question:

How did Mona feel after the incidence?

33 The question is based on the following text. The damage of The residents’ The The A
the sea barrier. effort to face repairment of breakdown
flood. the water of the
Residents of Muara Baru, North Jakarta, have noticed several
leaking. neighborho
holes in the sea wall that stretches 250 meters along the
od.
water. They said they were worried that the leaks would
eventually break the wall.
“We’re afraid that the sea wall would break. It had happened
in 2007, don’t let it happen again,” said a resident named
Arifin on Tuesday as quoted by kompas.com.
In 2007, Arifin added, the sea wall, which was built five years
earlier, was damaged and leaks appeared, making the damage
worse. Seawater then inundated the neighborhood.
Today, water leaking from holes has flooded roads in front of
some houses to a depth of 10 centimeters. The leaks appear to
be several years old as moss is growing around all the holes.
“I didn’t think it would cause a flood though. The water
pooled and flowed somewhere else,” said another resident,
Dedi.
The residents have called on the city administration to repair
the sea wall to prevent flooding.

Question:
What is the text mainly about?
34 The question is based on the following text. has spoilt the has overflowed has been seen has flooded C
growth of moss in many houses for quite a roads
the holes in the area long time around the
Residents of Muara Baru, North Jakarta, have noticed several
city
holes in the sea wall that stretches 250 meters along the
water. They said they were worried that the leaks would
eventually break the wall.
“We’re afraid that the sea wall would break. It had happened
in 2007, don’t let it happen again,” said a resident named
Arifin on Tuesday as quoted by kompas.com.
In 2007, Arifin added, the sea wall, which was built five years
earlier, was damaged and leaks appeared, making the damage
worse. Seawater then inundated the neighborhood.
Today, water leaking from holes has flooded roads in front of
some houses to a depth of 10 centimeters. The leaks appear to
be several years old as moss is growing around all the holes.
“I didn’t think it would cause a flood though. The water
pooled and flowed somewhere else,” said another resident,
Dedi.
The residents have called on the city administration to repair
the sea wall to prevent flooding.

Question:

According to the text, water leaking ....

35 The question is based on the following text. The leaks of the The city The holes The D
sea wall is being administration have caused residents
repaired due to has conducted the seawater are anxious
Residents of Muara Baru, North Jakarta, have noticed several
the city a new system to pool and that the
holes in the sea wall that stretches 250 meters along the
administration. to pool the flow into the leaks might
water. They said they were worried that the leaks would
flood. sea wall. harm the
eventually break the wall.
environmen
“We’re afraid that the sea wall would break. It had happened
t.
in 2007, don’t let it happen again,” said a resident named
Arifin on Tuesday as quoted by kompas.com.
In 2007, Arifin added, the sea wall, which was built five years
earlier, was damaged and leaks appeared, making the damage
worse. Seawater then inundated the neighborhood.
Today, water leaking from holes has flooded roads in front of
some houses to a depth of 10 centimeters. The leaks appear to
be several years old as moss is growing around all the holes.
“I didn’t think it would cause a flood though. The water
pooled and flowed somewhere else,” said another resident,
Dedi.
The residents have called on the city administration to repair
the sea wall to prevent flooding.

Question:
What can be infered from the text?
36 The question is based on the following text. Trading advisors. Beginner Investment Professional B
investors. analysts. stock
Maybe there’s a product you use so much that friends or relatives say you should buy stock in
the company. Or perhaps you received a windfall and want to invest a sliver of it in the market brokers.
for fun and, if all goes well, profit.

If you’re itching to get hands-on with some active online trading, this guide will help get you
started.

1. Decide if this is the right strategy for you. Trading individual stock not only carries
more risk, it requires more effort than investing in mutual or index funds. You need to
actively watch your positions and understand whether and how to react to market
moves.
2. Get an education. Before you trade anything, learn everything you can about investing
and the markets. Mistakes can be costly.
3. Select an online broker. Choose an online broker with the tools and support to match
your needs. If you already have a sense of what you need, you can compare your
options to analyze the best online stock brokers.
4. Start searching stocks. Your account is open, and you’re ready to start investing.
What’s next? Picking stocks, of course, and that’s the hairy part. Most traders start by
doing a thorough analysis of a company, looking at public information including
earnings reports, financial filings and SEC reports, as well as outside research reports
from professional analysts. Much of this should be provided by your broker, along with
recent company news and risk ratings. Start slowly, picking one or two stocks and
investing a set amount of money that you are prepared to lose. You can plow gains
back into the stock — or into other companies — but don’t add more money to the pot
until you know what you’re doing and can put research into other companies.
5. Make a plan and stick to it. Investing can be emotional, particularly for those new to
the game. Losing money doesn’t feel good, and it’s easy to panic and pull out at the
wrong time. It’s also easy to get swept up in the excitement of what feels like a
winning stock. That’s why it’s important to plan how much you want to invest at what
price, and determine how far you’re willing to let a stock fall before you get out. Using
the right type of trade order can help you stay on plan and avoid emotional responses.
For example, stop-loss orders trigger a sale if a stock drops to a certain price, which
can minimize risk and losses.

Question:
Who most probably makes use of this instruction?
37 The question is based on the following text. Decide the type of Learn much Determine an Make a C
trade order. about online reasonable
Maybe there’s a product you use so much that friends or relatives say you should buy stock in
the company. Or perhaps you received a windfall and want to invest a sliver of it in the market mistakes. broker. plan.
for fun and, if all goes well, profit.

If you’re itching to get hands-on with some active online trading, this guide will help get you
started.

1. Decide if this is the right strategy for you. Trading individual stock not only carries
more risk, it requires more effort than investing in mutual or index funds. You need to
actively watch your positions and understand whether and how to react to market
moves.
2. Get an education. Before you trade anything, learn everything you can about investing
and the markets. Mistakes can be costly.
3. Select an online broker. Choose an online broker with the tools and support to match
your needs. If you already have a sense of what you need, you can compare your
options to analyze the best online stock brokers.
4. Start searching stocks. Your account is open, and you’re ready to start investing.
What’s next? Picking stocks, of course, and that’s the hairy part. Most traders start by
doing a thorough analysis of a company, looking at public information including
earnings reports, financial filings and SEC reports, as well as outside research reports
from professional analysts. Much of this should be provided by your broker, along with
recent company news and risk ratings. Start slowly, picking one or two stocks and
investing a set amount of money that you are prepared to lose. You can plow gains
back into the stock — or into other companies — but don’t add more money to the pot
until you know what you’re doing and can put research into other companies.
5. Make a plan and stick to it. Investing can be emotional, particularly for those new to
the game. Losing money doesn’t feel good, and it’s easy to panic and pull out at the
wrong time. It’s also easy to get swept up in the excitement of what feels like a
winning stock. That’s why it’s important to plan how much you want to invest at what
price, and determine how far you’re willing to let a stock fall before you get out. Using
the right type of trade order can help you stay on plan and avoid emotional responses.
For example, stop-loss orders trigger a sale if a stock drops to a certain price, which
can minimize risk and losses.

Question:
What should you do before trying to find stocks?
38 The question is based on the following text. the right strategy active online trading investing in C
trading individual mutual
Maybe there’s a product you use so much that friends or relatives say you should buy stock in
the company. Or perhaps you received a windfall and want to invest a sliver of it in the market stocks funds
for fun and, if all goes well, profit.

If you’re itching to get hands-on with some active online trading, this guide will help get you
started.

1. Decide if this is the right strategy for you. Trading individual stock not only carries
more risk, it requires more effort than investing in mutual or index funds. You need to
actively watch your positions and understand whether and how to react to market
moves.
2. Get an education. Before you trade anything, learn everything you can about investing
and the markets. Mistakes can be costly.
3. Select an online broker. Choose an online broker with the tools and support to match
your needs. If you already have a sense of what you need, you can compare your
options to analyze the best online stock brokers.
4. Start searching stocks. Your account is open, and you’re ready to start investing.
What’s next? Picking stocks, of course, and that’s the hairy part. Most traders start by
doing a thorough analysis of a company, looking at public information including
earnings reports, financial filings and SEC reports, as well as outside research reports
from professional analysts. Much of this should be provided by your broker, along with
recent company news and risk ratings. Start slowly, picking one or two stocks and
investing a set amount of money that you are prepared to lose. You can plow gains
back into the stock — or into other companies — but don’t add more money to the pot
until you know what you’re doing and can put research into other companies.
5. Make a plan and stick to it. Investing can be emotional, particularly for those new to
the game. Losing money doesn’t feel good, and it’s easy to panic and pull out at the
wrong time. It’s also easy to get swept up in the excitement of what feels like a
winning stock. That’s why it’s important to plan how much you want to invest at what
price, and determine how far you’re willing to let a stock fall before you get out. Using
the right type of trade order can help you stay on plan and avoid emotional responses.
For example, stop-loss orders trigger a sale if a stock drops to a certain price, which
can minimize risk and losses.

Question:
“... it requires more effort ...” (step 1)
The underlined word refers to ....
39 The question is based on the following text. experienced in interested in familiar with knowledgea D
sharing the trails developing travellers ble about
With dramatic peaks and pristine lakes, Yellowstone National Park is an outdoor with permanent Yellowstone to visiting why need to
enthusiast's paradise. Multicolored pools swirl around hot springs; verdant forests residents of be more Yellowstone go to
weave past expansive meadows; and volatile geysers launch streams of steaming Yellowstone extraordinary every Spring Yellowston
water toward the sky. With so much unspoiled natural beauty, it's no wonder why
everyone suspected John Colter (a scout for explorers Lewis and Clark) was e
embellishing when he first described Yellowstone's geothermal curiosities in 1807.
Nowadays, there's no doubt that the park is indeed extraordinary. While you traverse
its 3,000-plus square miles of mountains, canyons, geysers and waterfalls, be
prepared to share the trails with permanent residents like buffalo, elk and sometimes
even grizzlies.

Although Yellowstone attracts more than 4 million visitors every year, chances are –
unless you spend your entire trip at Old Faithful – you won't see much of
them. Yellowstone's 2.2 million acres creep from the northwest corner of Wyoming
into the edges of Idaho and Montana, offering plenty of untouched territory to
explore. Carve out a day or two to take in the view at Yellowstone
Lake and Mammoth Hot Springs. But save some time for the trails through lesser-
known regions, like the hot springs of the West Thumb Geyser Basin and the
untamed wildlife dotting the Lewis River Channel and Dogshead Loop. While the
sheer number of trails and wildlife-watching opportunities may seem daunting at
first, remember: You can always come back.

Question:
Readers will be most likely benefited from reading the text by
becoming ....
40 The question is based on the following text. prohibited hot outstanding untamed little D
springs to river channels wildlife popular
With dramatic peaks and pristine lakes, Yellowstone National Park is an explore regions areas
outdoor enthusiast's paradise. Multicolored pools swirl around hot springs;
verdant forests weave past expansive meadows; and volatile geysers launch
streams of steaming water toward the sky. With so much unspoiled natural
beauty, it's no wonder why everyone suspected John Colter (a scout for
explorers Lewis and Clark) was embellishing when he first described
Yellowstone's geothermal curiosities in 1807. Nowadays, there's no doubt
that the park is indeed extraordinary. While you traverse its 3,000-plus
square miles of mountains, canyons, geysers and waterfalls, be prepared to
share the trails with permanent residents like buffalo, elk and sometimes
even grizzlies.

Although Yellowstone attracts more than 4 million visitors every year,

chances are – unless you spend your entire trip at Old Faithful – you won't
see much of them. Yellowstone's 2.2 million acres creep from the northwest
corner of Wyoming into the edges of Idaho and Montana, offering plenty of
untouched territory to explore. Carve out a day or two to take in the view
at Yellowstone Lake and Mammoth Hot Springs. But save some time for the
trails through lesser-known regions, like the hot springs of the West Thumb
Geyser Basin and the untamed wildlife dotting the Lewis River Channel and
Dogshead Loop. While the sheer number of trails and wildlife-watching
opportunities may seem daunting at first, remember: You can always come
back.

Question:
According to the text, the West Thumb Geyser Basin is one of
....
41 The question is based on the following text. group of natural lover of open student of fan of B
observer air activities special field exterior
With dramatic peaks and pristine lakes, Yellowstone National Park is an trips building
outdoor enthusiast's paradise. Multicolored pools swirl around hot springs; designs
verdant forests weave past expansive meadows; and volatile geysers launch
streams of steaming water toward the sky. With so much unspoiled natural
beauty, it's no wonder why everyone suspected John Colter (a scout for
explorers Lewis and Clark) was embellishing when he first described
Yellowstone's geothermal curiosities in 1807. Nowadays, there's no doubt
that the park is indeed extraordinary. While you traverse its 3,000-plus
square miles of mountains, canyons, geysers and waterfalls, be prepared to
share the trails with permanent residents like buffalo, elk and sometimes
even grizzlies.

Although Yellowstone attracts more than 4 million visitors every year,

chances are – unless you spend your entire trip at Old Faithful – you won't
see much of them. Yellowstone's 2.2 million acres creep from the northwest
corner of Wyoming into the edges of Idaho and Montana, offering plenty of
untouched territory to explore. Carve out a day or two to take in the view
at Yellowstone Lake and Mammoth Hot Springs. But save some time for the
trails through lesser-known regions, like the hot springs of the West Thumb
Geyser Basin and the untamed wildlife dotting the Lewis River Channel and
Dogshead Loop. While the sheer number of trails and wildlife-watching
opportunities may seem daunting at first, remember: You can always come
back.

Question:

“... is an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise.” (1st paragraph, 1st

sentence)
The underlined phrase means ....
42 The question is based on the following text. To give advice To tell about To discuss To inform D
on surviving a gymnast some about how
Originally from Oklahoma, Shannon fell in love with gymnastics at a young age. She after suffering who became important a
competed in the 1992 Summer Olympics in Barcelona taking home five Olympic medals (2 from ovarian the best points on sportperso
silver, 3 bronze the most of any athlete in any sport) after breaking her elbow in a training
accident just months prior to the Games. Then, in 1996, she represented Team USA once again
cancer in the old business transfering n is still
as leader of the iconic “Magnificent Seven,” which won the first Olympic Team Gold for age. woman in the sport skills winning
Women’s Gymnastics in United States history. She followed up during those Games as the world. to out of the
first American to win gold on the balance beam. Miller retired at the age of 19 and remains
one of the most recognized gymnasts in the world. businesses. stadium.

After retiring from Olympic competition, Shannon received her undergraduate degrees in
marketing and entrepreneurship from the University of Houston and her law degree from
Boston College. Shannon remains a part of the gymnastics and Olympic communities as an
analyst and commentator. Now retired from competition, Shannon has moved from Olympic
athlete to advocate for the health and wellness of women and children. Shannon launched her
company Shannon Miller Lifestyle: Health and Fitness for Women in July, 2010. She
continues to travel the country as a highly sought after motivational speaker and advocate for
the health and wellness of women and children.

In January of 2011, Shannon was diagnosed with ovarian cancer, a disease from which fewer
than 50 percent survive. Relying on her faith and lessons learned through sport she battled
through surgery to remove the baseball-sized tumor and followed up with an aggressive
chemotherapy regimen. Shannon has remained open and public about her diagnosis and
treatment and continues to empower women to make their health a priority. Shannon is
currently cancer-free and continues to be a strong advocate for early detection, awareness,
research and survivorship. Shannon’s book, It’s Not About Perfect: Competing for My
Country and Fighting for My Life, is her inspirational memoir written to encourage and
empower others to break through and overcome their own personal challenges. Shannon and
her husband, John Falconetti, have two children, son Rocco (2009) and daughter Sterling
(2013).

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learning a training inspiring promoted
Originally from Oklahoma, Shannon fell in love with gymnastics at a young age. She marketing and center for speaker and herself as
competed in the 1992 Summer Olympics in Barcelona taking home five Olympic medals (2
silver, 3 bronze the most of any athlete in any sport) after breaking her elbow in a training enterpreneurship gymnastics advocate for a law
accident just months prior to the Games. Then, in 1996, she represented Team USA once again at university. communities. health care. analyst
as leader of the iconic “Magnificent Seven,” which won the first Olympic Team Gold for
Women’s Gymnastics in United States history. She followed up during those Games as the
and
first American to win gold on the balance beam. Miller retired at the age of 19 and remains consultant.
one of the most recognized gymnasts in the world.

After retiring from Olympic competition, Shannon received her undergraduate degrees in
marketing and entrepreneurship from the University of Houston and her law degree from
Boston College. Shannon remains a part of the gymnastics and Olympic communities as an
analyst and commentator. Now retired from competition, Shannon has moved from Olympic
athlete to advocate for the health and wellness of women and children. Shannon launched her
company Shannon Miller Lifestyle: Health and Fitness for Women in July, 2010. She
continues to travel the country as a highly sought after motivational speaker and advocate for
the health and wellness of women and children.

In January of 2011, Shannon was diagnosed with ovarian cancer, a disease from which fewer
than 50 percent survive. Relying on her faith and lessons learned through sport she battled
through surgery to remove the baseball-sized tumor and followed up with an aggressive
chemotherapy regimen. Shannon has remained open and public about her diagnosis and
treatment and continues to empower women to make their health a priority. Shannon is
currently cancer-free and continues to be a strong advocate for early detection, awareness,
research and survivorship. Shannon’s book, It’s Not About Perfect: Competing for My
Country and Fighting for My Life, is her inspirational memoir written to encourage and
empower others to break through and overcome their own personal challenges. Shannon and
her husband, John Falconetti, have two children, son Rocco (2009) and daughter Sterling
(2013).

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What happened to Shannon Miller after she retired from
competition?
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athlete career high represented donate
Originally from Oklahoma, Shannon fell in love with gymnastics at a young age. She when she was recognition her women
competed in the 1992 Summer Olympics in Barcelona taking home five Olympic medals (2 19. for her sports country’s and
silver, 3 bronze the most of any athlete in any sport) after breaking her elbow in a training
accident just months prior to the Games. Then, in 1996, she represented Team USA once again
career Olympic children to
as leader of the iconic “Magnificent Seven,” which won the first Olympic Team Gold for achievement. team in overcome
Women’s Gymnastics in United States history. She followed up during those Games as the many kinds their life
first American to win gold on the balance beam. Miller retired at the age of 19 and remains
one of the most recognized gymnasts in the world. of sport. problems.

After retiring from Olympic competition, Shannon received her undergraduate degrees in
marketing and entrepreneurship from the University of Houston and her law degree from
Boston College. Shannon remains a part of the gymnastics and Olympic communities as an
analyst and commentator. Now retired from competition, Shannon has moved from Olympic
athlete to advocate for the health and wellness of women and children. Shannon launched her
company Shannon Miller Lifestyle: Health and Fitness for Women in July, 2010. She
continues to travel the country as a highly sought after motivational speaker and advocate for
the health and wellness of women and children.

In January of 2011, Shannon was diagnosed with ovarian cancer, a disease from which fewer
than 50 percent survive. Relying on her faith and lessons learned through sport she battled
through surgery to remove the baseball-sized tumor and followed up with an aggressive
chemotherapy regimen. Shannon has remained open and public about her diagnosis and
treatment and continues to empower women to make their health a priority. Shannon is
currently cancer-free and continues to be a strong advocate for early detection, awareness,
research and survivorship. Shannon’s book, It’s Not About Perfect: Competing for My
Country and Fighting for My Life, is her inspirational memoir written to encourage and
empower others to break through and overcome their own personal challenges. Shannon and
her husband, John Falconetti, have two children, son Rocco (2009) and daughter Sterling
(2013).

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What can be inferred from the text about Shannon Miller?
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lounge. newspaper. website. television.
ONLINE AUCTION!!!

Our English Street offices are closing down and moving uptown. We can’t take all that
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offerings and put in your bids. Desks, tables, computer stands, file cabinets, lamps, carpets,
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All bids must be placed between March 16 and March 23. All items are sold as is, and all
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We have made every attempt to accurately describe the size, color, and condition of each
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actual condition of the items. There will be no returns and no refunds. Winning bidders will
be notified by e-mail by March 30. All items must be paid for and picked up by April 15.

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bidders can see available employees employees
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that furniture with us, so we are providing you with this special opportunity to
acquire good quality office furniture at excellent prices. Take advantage at this
special offer that is being made to employee of this company only.

GOING ... GOING ... GONE!

Go to our company website and click on “Auction.” You will be able to view all
our offerings and put in your bids. Desks, tables, computer stands, file cabinets,
lamps, carpets, and more are available. You must enter your employee password in
order to make a bid.

All bids must be placed between March 16 and March 23. All items are sold as is,
and all sales are finals. Most items are in good to excellent condition. Some items
may be damaged. We have made every attempt to accurately describe the size,
color, and condition of each item, but the company is not responsible for any
discrepancies between item descriptions and actual condition of the items. There
will be no returns and no refunds. Winning bidders will be notified by e-mail by
March 30. All items must be paid for and picked up by April 15.

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Go to our company website and click on “Auction.” You will be able to view all
our offerings and put in your bids. Desks, tables, computer stands, file cabinets,
lamps, carpets, and more are available. You must enter your employee password in
order to make a bid.

All bids must be placed between March 16 and March 23. All items are sold as is,
and all sales are finals. Most items are in good to excellent condition. Some items
may be damaged. We have made every attempt to accurately describe the size,
color, and condition of each item, but the company is not responsible for any
discrepancies between item descriptions and actual condition of the items. There
will be no returns and no refunds. Winning bidders will be notified by e-mail by
March 30. All items must be paid for and picked up by April 15.

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Times Union

87 Delaware Road

Hatfield, CA 08065

Dear Mr. Gilhooley,

I am writing to apply for the programmer position advertised in the Times Union . As
requested, I enclose a completed job application, my certification, my resume, and three
references.

The role is very appealing to me, and I believe that my strong technical experience and
education make me a highly competitive candidate for this position. My key strengths that
would support my success in this position include:

 I have succssfully designed, developed, and supported live-use application.

 I strive continually for excellence.
 I provide exceptional contributions to customer service for all customers.

With a BS degree in Computer Programming, I have a comprehensive understanding of the

full lifecycle for software development projects. I also have experience in learning and
applying new technologies as appropriate. Please see my resume for additional information
on my experience.

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I can be reached anytime via email at john.donaldson@gmail.com or by cell phone, 909-555-
5555.
Why did Donaldson write the letter?

Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to speaking with you about this
employment opportunity.

Sincerely,
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field. competitions. others. software.

George Gilhooley

Times Union

87 Delaware Road

Hatfield, CA 08065

Dear Mr. Gilhooley,

I am writing to apply for the programmer position advertised in the Times Union . As
requested, I enclose a completed job application, my certification, my resume, and three
references.

The role is very appealing to me, and I believe that my strong technical experience and
education make me a highly competitive candidate for this position. My key strengths that
would support my success in this position include:

 I have succssfully designed, developed, and supported live-use application.

 I strive continually for excellence.
 I provide exceptional contributions to customer service for all customers.

With a BS degree in Computer Programming, I have a comprehensive understanding of the

full lifecycle for software development projects. I also have experience in learning and
applying new technologies as appropriate. Please see my resume for additional information
on my experience.

Question:
I can be reached anytime via email at john.donaldson@gmail.com or by cell phone, 909-555-
5555.
What is one of the strong points Donaldson has?

Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to speaking with you about this
employment opportunity.

Sincerely,
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November 1, 2018

George Gilhooley

Times Union

87 Delaware Road

Hatfield, CA 08065

Dear Mr. Gilhooley,

I am writing to apply for the programmer position advertised in the Times Union . As
requested, I enclose a completed job application, my certification, my resume, and three
references.

The role is very appealing to me, and I believe that my strong technical experience and
education make me a highly competitive candidate for this position. My key strengths that
would support my success in this position include:

 I have succssfully designed, developed, and supported live-use application.

 I strive continually for excellence.
 I provide exceptional contributions to customer service for all customers.

With a BS degree in Computer Programming, I have a comprehensive understanding of the

full lifecycle for software development projects. I also have experience in learning and
applying new technologies as appropriate. Please see my resume for additional information
on my experience.

Question:
I can be reached anytime via email at john.donaldson@gmail.com or by cell phone, 909-555-
“I 5555.
provide exceptional contributions ...” (2nd paragraph)
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Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to speaking with you about this
employment opportunity.

Sincerely,