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- Mr. Thompson, the position I’m applying for requires a certain familiarity with accounting. Could you give me an idea of what it entails?

- It basically consists of balancing a company's revenues and expenses.


- Is the ledger what enables you to group together and manage all of the accounts?

- Yes, once any credits and debits are established and the inventory is taken into account, the balance sheet is drawn up.

- So, essentially, one has to make sure to balance all the liabilities and assets.

- Exactly. But you need a sharp eye, because mistakes are easily made!


From the text, what can you infer about accounting?

Выберитеодинответ:

a. It's a pragmatic yet intuitive field.

b. It's a methodical and precise activity.

c. It's a creative and challenging process.

d. It's a futile and complex issue.
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- Mr. Thompson, the position I’m applying for requires a certain familiarity with accounting. Could you give me an idea of what it entails?

- It basically consists of balancing a company's revenues and expenses.



- Is the ledger what enables you to group together and manage all of the accounts?

- Yes, once any credits and debits are established and the inventory is taken into account, the balance sheet is drawn up.

- So, essentially, one has to make sure to balance all the liabilities and assets.

- Exactly. But you need a sharp eye, because mistakes are easily made!


Based on the conversation, why do you think the woman is interested in accounting?

Выберите один ответ:

a. She's fascinated by the field.

b. She is an accountant.

c. She's hoping to get a few tips for a new job.

d. She's studying accounting.
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- Since the 1980s, people have become more aware of the environment. The recycling of cardboard, plastic, glass and paper has grown out of this awareness.

- People have also finally realized that much of industry’s progress, based on the use of fossil fuels, is damaging the planet.


- Did you know that scientists have long been trying to develop alternative sources of energy, like tidal power?

- Yes, tidal power stations could use the power of the tides to supply households with electricity.

- There’s also solar power, but its use is dependent on weather conditions!

According to the dialogue, what are scientists working on.

Выберитеодинответ:

a. They are trying to restore tidal power and solar energy.

b. They are trying to find an alternative means of recycling.

c. They are studying ways to use tidal and solar power for electricity.

d. They are examining the possibility of removing pollution caused by fossil fuels.
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After reading the four choices, click on the response that best answers the question.

The following is an example:

- Since the 1980s, people have become more aware of the environment. The recycling of cardboard, plastic, glass and paper has grown out of this awareness.

- People have also finally realized that much of industry’s progress, based on the use of fossil fuels, is damaging the planet.


- Did you know that scientists have long been trying to develop alternative sources of energy, like tidal power?

- Yes, tidal power stations could use the power of the tides to supply households with electricity.

- There’s also solar power, but its use is dependent on weather conditions!


According to the dialogue, which of the following is true?

Выберитеодинответ:

a. Industry is against the use of alternative energy.

b. Most people are more aware of alternative energy sources.

c. People are starting to care more about the environment.

d. Technological progress is not good.
Listen to the passage and answer the three related questions.

To access the questions, click on 1, 2 and 3 respectively.

After reading the four choices, click on the response that best answers the question.

The following is an example:

- Since the 1980s, people have become more aware of the environment. The recycling of cardboard, plastic, glass and paper has grown out of this awareness.

- People have also finally realized that much of industry’s progress, based on the use of fossil fuels, is damaging the planet.


- Did you know that scientists have long been trying to develop alternative sources of energy, like tidal power?

- Yes, tidal power stations could use the power of the tides to supply households with electricity.

- There’s also solar power, but its use is dependent on weather conditions!


What is the main topic of this conversation?



Выберитеодинответ:

a. Where electricity comes from.

b. Recycling in the 1980s.

c. Changing attitudes towards the environment.

d. Ecological practices in the industrialized world.
Listen to the passage and answer the three related questions.

To access the questions, click on 1, 2 and 3 respectively.

After reading the four choices, click on the response that best answers the question.

The following is an example:

- Since the 1980s, people have become more aware of the environment. The recycling of cardboard, plastic, glass and paper has grown out of this awareness.

- People have also finally realized that much of industry’s progress, based on the use of fossil fuels, is damaging the planet.


- Did you know that scientists have long been trying to develop alternative sources of energy, like tidal power?

- Yes, tidal power stations could use the power of the tides to supply households with electricity.

- There’s also solar power, but its use is dependent on weather conditions!


What are you reading?

Выберите один ответ:

a. - This newspaper is two days old.

b. - A videotape I received as a present.

c. - I'm writing a letter to Anne.

d. - I just started a French novel.
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- Today we’ll discuss one of the fastest moving industries of our time: computer technology. In just over a decade, computers have evolved from large, immovable machines to convenient portable devices that fit in a briefcase. The processor speed and memory capacity of hard drives are constantly increasing, and traditional laptops are being replaced by even smaller and more efficient notebooks. Today’s gadgets will soon be replaced with new technology. The question is, what’s next?


According to the woman, which features are associated with the new technological products?

Выберитеодинответ:

a. Higher performance and increased convenience.

b. More aesthetic designs and smaller size.

c. Cheaper prices and greater mobility.

d. Greater efficiency and bulkier disk drives.
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After reading the four choices, click on the response that best answers the question.

The following is an example:

- Today we’ll discuss one of the fastest moving industries of our time: computer technology. In just over a decade, computers have evolved from large, immovable machines to convenient portable devices that fit in a briefcase. The processor speed and memory capacity of hard drives are constantly increasing, and traditional laptops are being replaced by even smaller and more efficient notebooks. Today’s gadgets will soon be replaced with new technology. The question is, what’s next?


Which of the following is stated in the excerpt?

Выберитеодинответ:

a. Computer sales have soared in the past decade.

b. Computer technology is obsolete.

c. Computer science is the fastest growing academic discipline.

d. The world of computers is developing at groundbreaking speed.
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After reading the four choices, click on the response that best answers the question.

The following is an example:

- Today we’ll discuss one of the fastest moving industries of our time: computer technology. In just over a decade, computers have evolved from large, immovable machines to convenient portable devices that fit in a briefcase. The processor speed and memory capacity of hard drives are constantly increasing, and traditional laptops are being replaced by even smaller and more efficient notebooks. Today’s gadgets will soon be replaced with new technology. The question is, what’s next?



What does the speaker insinuate about the future of computer technology?

Выберитеодинответ:

a. High-tech devices will soon be replaced by computers.

b. Consumer spending will be directly related to consumer confidence.

c. We can expect consumers to continually encounter new products.

d. Consumers ought to take advantage of the technology boom before the sector dies down.
London is divided into 32 London …. and the City of London

Выберите один ответ:

a. boroughs

b. councils

c. counties
London is divided into 32 London …. and the City of London

Выберите один ответ:

a. boroughs

b. councils

c. counties
Lots of things ... since I last wrote to you

Выберите один ответ:

a.happen

b.had happened

c.have happened
Magistrates are … by special committees.

Выберите один ответ:

a. selected

b. appointed

c. voted
Many large towns and cities and some small counties are unitary …

Выберите один ответ:

a. authorities

b. education

c. waste collection
Many people consider a journalist ….. with a reporter

Выберите один ответ:

a. dependable

b. interchangeable

c. rewarding
Many people consider a journalist interchangeable … a reporter, a person who gathers information and creates a story

Выберите один ответ:

a. of

b. in

c. with
Mary is a very …. person. I can always depend on her.

Выберите один ответ:

a. flexible

b. reliable

c. motivated
Millions of people … to work by car daily, often making roads extremely congested during rush hour.

Выберите один ответ:

a. commute

b. transit

c. transport

d. transmit
Modern governments have to perform multifarious functions to promote the welfare of its ….

Выберите один ответ:

a. men

b. people

c. citizens
Most civil servants work in an office …. but this depends upon which department an individual is employed in

Выберите один ответ:

a. area

b. data

c. environment
Most civil servants work in an office …. but this depends upon which department an individual is employed in

Выберите один ответ:

a. area

b. data

c. environment
Most modern constitutions have adopted the principle of … of powers.

Выберите один ответ:

a. separation

b. charging

c. unification
Most public administration positions are found ….. at all levels.

Выберите один ответ:

a. within government

b. within non-profit organizations

c. within government and non-profit organizations
My friend suggested that we …. take a distance training course

Выберите один ответ:

a.should

b.must

c.have
Newspaper journalism draws…. all the knowledge and skills you have acquired and can give you a tremendous sense … achievement.

Выберите один ответ:

a. to, with

b. on, of

c. in, for
No reporter is going to get far in his career if he is bad …. spelling

Выберите один ответ:

a. in

b. for

c. at
Nobody can say exactly what the best … for a career in journalism are

Выберите один ответ:

a. methods

b. ways

c. qualifications
Offenders may be … to a heavy fine.

Выберите один ответ:

a. suitable

b. put

c. liable
Parliament has now … a law making skateboarding illegal on Sundays.

Выберите один ответ:

a. legislated

b. voted

c. passed
People on probation must report to the … regularly.

Выберите один ответ:

a. attorney

b. judge

c. probation officer
Personnel management is the field of a …. management.

Выберите один ответ:

a. union

b. labor force


c. people force
Personnel managers must develop in the workers a keen …. of the organization policies and motivate them to improve performance.

Выберите один ответ:

a. appreciation

b. audit

c. provision
Personnel managers must develop in the workers a keen …. of the organization policies and motivate them to improve performance.

Выберите один ответ:

a. appreciation

b. audit

c. provision
Planning, organizing, motivating and controlling are basic …. of personnel management.

Выберите один ответ:

a. functions

b. controls

c. motivation
Planning, organizing, motivating and controlling are basic …. of personnel management.

Выберите один ответ:

a. functions

b. controls

c. motivation
Policy analysis and ….. are the basic areas in public administration.

Выберитеодинответ:

a. management

b. career

c. private
Public ….. are public servants working in public departments and agencies

Выберитеодинответ:

a. administrators

b. administration

c. administrator
Public ….. is both an academic discipline and a field of practice

Выберите один ответ:

a. administration

b. administrators

c. administrator
Public administration attempts to explain how…… in government are made

Выберите один ответ:

a. policies

b. ways

c. decisions
Public administration courses teach a range of skills that are essential for a …… in public service, policy or government

Выберите один ответ:

a. nonprofit

b. people

c. career
Public administration professionals are the ….. in the creation and implementation of

public policy.

Выберите один ответ:

a. participants

b. internship

c. managers
Public administration professionals are the ….. in the creation and implementation of public policy.

Выберите один ответ:

a. participants

b. managers

c. internship
Public administration trains people to become managers in government and ….. organizations

Выберите один ответ:

a. people

b. career

c. nonprofit
Public finance deals with the … and expenditure of a government

Выберите один ответ:

a. report

b. tax

c. income
Public finance includes the study of financial administration and …. as well

Выберите один ответ:

a. area

b. control

c. check
Public policy ….. governmental institutions, and encourages active citizenship.

Выберите один ответ:

a. supports

b. problems

c. levels
Public policy is considered strong when it solves …. efficiently and effectively.

Выберите один ответ:

a. problems

b. supports

c. levels
Public policy is embodied in ….., legislative acts, and judicial decisions

Выберите один ответ:

a. supports

b. constitutions

c. levels
Public problems can originate on the local, national, or international …..

Выберите один ответ:

a. areas

b. levels

c. supports
Read the sentence, then choose the response which is closest in meaning to the original sentence.

He confirmed, "I'll deliver it tomorrow."

Выберитеодинответ:

a. He confirmed he'd deliver it the following day

b. He confirmed he had delivered it the following day

c. He confirmed he delivers it tomorrow

d. He confirmed he would have delivered it tomorrow
Read the sentence, then choose the sentence which is closest in meaning to the original sentence.

An express delivery seems worthwhile considering the client.

Выберите один ответ:

a. An express delivery seems vital considering the client

b. An express delivery seems wasteful considering the client

c. An express delivery seems extravagant considering the client

d. An express delivery seems justifiable considering the client
Read the sentence, then choose the sentence which is closest in meaning to the original sentence. If the contract is signed, you'll get a raise.