TEST PART 7

Question 55-56 refer to the following announcement.

Beginning this year, Renaissance Strategy Inc. will provide financial aid to fulltime employees with children in school. Financial aid is available to candidates from elementary school to college, but homeschooling is not included. There are also certain requirements that you must meet in order to be eligible for financial aid. Eligible candidates must be enrolled as full-time students and maintain passing grades. Candidates must also submit a copy of proof of enrollment along with application forms which you can find at the front of the administration division. How much aid your child receives will depend on your financial need and on the amount of other aid you receive. Aid will be paid directly to the school on a yearly basis. If you need more information or have any questions about the program, please call 123-5656.

55. What is the announcement intended for?

Question 57-60 refer to the following letter.

Dear Sirs,

Four months ago, I signed up for a premium membership at Fitness First at a monthly fee of $55. When I signed up, I was told that I was free to cancel my membership at any time, for any reason, with no extra payment.

Since I joined, I have been extremely disappointed in the Fitness First's facilities and staff. The locker rooms and swimming pools are poorly maintained and extremely dirty. The Jacuzzi has been out of order for more than a month and repairs on it have not even begun. The Pilates class schedule has been changed several times, without notice, and the instructor never seemed to be fully devoted to the class.

I telephoned Fitness First and was told that - contrary to what I was told verbally when signing up - I would have to pay a "processing fee" of $75 to end my membership. One week later, I received a bill in the mail saying I still owed the processing fee. I refuse to pay this fee.

 If you continue billing me, I will be discussing the matter with my lawyer. In addition, I will be filing formal complaints with the City Business Bureau and the Health Department about the unsanitary condition of your facilities.

I suggest you discuss the matter with your billing department immediately.

Julia Londale

57. What is the main point of this letter?

Question 61-63 refer to the following notice.

Following up its successful Sushi Workshop in July, the Japan-America Society of Greater Long Island presents sushi chef Maksui from Kenichi for an advanced sushi workshop on Sunday, October 25th at the Tri-fold Clubhouse (410 Guadalupe St.) from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. This workshop will allow attendees of the previous workshop to build on their sushi-making skills. This is not a free event. The cost for current JGA members is $35. If you're a nonmember, the cost is $40 (Please bring exact change in cash). Although the cost includes all the ingredients necessary to make sushi, you will need to bring your own knife and a towel or cloth of some sort. Please note that registration is required in order to attend this class. Space is limited. Send a registration request to jga-events@jga.org by Thursday, October 22. 48 hours' notice is required in order to cancel.

61. What is the main purpose of the notice?

Question 64-67 refer to the following letter.

LBA

Local Businesses of Albany

121 S. Main St., Albany, NY 12019

November 9

Dear Ms. LeChevre,

We would like to invite you to participate in our upcoming meeting, to be held on Wednesday, November 17 at 6:00 p.m. at the Hilton Suites. During this meeting we plan to hold an election for the next LBA president, who will serve for the coming year. Past presidents will be present to explain the importance of the position and to help facilitate the voting process. This year we have four members interested in running for this position; please note that their professional profiles are attached. Make sure to review these profiles prior to the meeting. There will be a question-and-answer session with this year's candidates before voting begins.

We are anticipating a large turnout at this year's election, and hope that you will be able to join us on this important day. If, for some reason, you are unable to attend, we ask that you send in your vote using the attached mail-in ballot. You can send the form to Local Businesses of Albany, 121 S. Main St., Albany, NY 12019. Please make sure that your ballot arrives by November 17.

Our bylaws state that a majority of the LBA's members must vote in the upcoming election in order for us to officially inaugurate a new president. Because of this, we ask that you make voting a priority and either attend the meeting or send in your ballot by mail.

Sincerely,

David Smith

64. Why is the LBA holding a meeting?

Question 68-70 refer to the following notice.

Question 71-74 refer to the following article.

IntersiI Corp., manufacturer of high-performance wireless networking solutions, announced today that it will relocate its corporate headquarters from Irvine, Calif. to Milpitas, effective December 1, 2010. The company plans to accommodate the expanding operation with the relocation of the finance, human resources, IT and sales operations facilities.

Intersil Corp. cited Milpitas' skilled work force, good access to an international airport, and the generous tax incentives offered by the state government and the cost-effective environment as the main reasons for choosing the city for its new head office.

The move is expected to generate up to 90 new high-paying jobs for local residents. With an average annual salary of $10,000, Intersil's annual payroll for workers in Milpitas will surpass $4 million. This is good news for the city.

"Our attractiveness as a place to live and work, makes this city an excellent home for Intersil where they can prosper and grow well into the future. Also, Intersil's impressive salaries will significantly impact the local economy," said Mayor Ronald Lopez.

Although the relocation will cost Intersil Corp. a significant amount of money, executives feel it is a worthwhile investment. "We can continue to execute our plan towards profitability, while building our company for the future in the new site," CEO Adriana Cruz said in a press statement.

71. What is the article mainly about?

Question 75-76 refer to the following notice.

Looking for Cozy House?

Looking for roommates who want to live in a cozy 3-bedroom apartment starting on March 1^st. The location is great and very convenient, only a short walk to bus stops. The interior is quite charming with large windows and high ceilings. The apartment includes sizeable kitchen, living room, and two 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 250-356-2368.

75. What is the purpose of the notice?

Question 77-80 refer to the following letter.

Hillside Hotel International

798 Blackstone St.

Salt Lake City, UT

Kimberly Law Firm Co.

356 Brooks Ave.

Dear Mr. Morris,

In our meeting last week with you, you expressed an interest in reserving our largest banquet hall for your annual meeting on September 20. At the time, I made a tentative reservation and sent a contract to you. I requested that the contract be signed and returned to my attention within ten business days. As of this morning, I have not yet received the executed contract.

I need to know if you still intend to make use of our facilities as soon as possible. If not, we have another company that is interested in the same banquet hall and is prepared to make a deposit. If I do not hear from you within the next 48 hours. I’m going to assume that you’re no longer interested and will cancel the reservation. 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.

John Bates

Front Desk Manager

75. Why is this email written?

Question 81- 85 refer to the following announcement and schedule.

TO: AGP8X Employees

FROM: Sylvie Hamm, Director, Human Relations

Dear Colleagues,

AGP8X Corporation recognizes the importance of having a first-rate employee exercise facility on the premises. For the past three years, we have worked very hard to improve the employee exercise facility. We purchased new exercise equipment, renovated locker rooms and began offering a new safety training course.

A month ago, you responded enthusiastically to the survey about the fitness center. Based on your recommendations, new changes will be planned. They will take effect on January 2. Finally, the employee fitness center will be open on extra three hours Monday through Thursday. Also, long-time members will be surely pleased to hear that the popular personal manager Tony Stumpo will be promoted to the manager of the fitness center.

We encourage more employees to take advantage of what the center has to offer. Memberships will continue to be subsidized and remain at $20 per month. And for a limited time only, we offer a special rate for new members. Members who sign up before December 31 will be charged only $15 per month for their first year. Contact Tony Stumpo to sign up at this reduced rate.

Question 86-90 refer to the following letters.

Question 96-100 refer to the following bill and letter.

96. When was the service received?