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101. Lucy, a three-year-old Yorkshire terrier, ------- against 23 other dogs to win the 18th annual Courtland Dog Show.

(a) formed

(b) repeated

(c) followed

(d) competed

102. A law was ------- passed that gives tax benefits to landowners who sell their land to the government.

(a) lately

(b) hardly

(c) recently

(d) repeatedly

103. Foreman, Inc. usually ------- retiring employees luxury watches as farewell gifts.

(a) gives

(b) given

(c) giving

(d) is giving

104. The ambassador to Vietnam oversaw the opening ------- at the Music Festival.

(a) studio

(b) effect

(c) ceremony

(d) termination

105. Jan installed security software on her new computer to ------- it against viruses.

(a) protect

(b) protector

(c) protection

(d) protective

106. Bills for electricity ------- heating should be paid by the 15th of every month.

(a) so

(b) nor

(c) but

(d) and

107. Every year, the Healthy Heart Research Committee holds meetings in five different cities to spread information about the treatment and ------- of heart disease.

(a) cured

(b) access

(c) prevention

(d) carefulness

108. Customers who spend more than $100 will earn a 25% discount on ------- next purchase.

(a) they

(b) their

(c) them

(d) those

109. The sales meeting was ------- to after the four-day vacation.

(a) entered

(b) declared

(c) revealed

(d) postponed

110. "------- say that property taxes have increased faster than most homeowner's incomes.

(a) Analyze

(b) Analysts

(c) Analysis

(d) Analyzable

111. Please ------- all of the information on the application form is accurate to the best of your knowledge.

(a) true

(b) copy

(c) handle

(d) verify

112. David complained to the Better Business Bureau because his landlord continued to ------- the broken heater in his apartment.

(a) fail

(b) order

(c) neglect

(d) disrespect

113. County legislators called for an update of the safety ------- for the Darcy Power Plant.

(a) regulate

(b) regulatory

(c) regulative

(d) regulations

114. The Davidson Car-Buying Guide lists prices for new and used cars in addition to ------- car safety ratings.

(a) providing

(b) canceling

(c) supporting

(d) demonstrating

115. This year's ------- for the Wilks Award for public service include a research scientist, a university professor, and a local politician.

(a) nominees

(b) nominate

(c) nominator

(d) nomination

116. If we win the Best Product Design Award, our team ------- a bonus.

(a) receive

(b) received

(c) receiving

(d) will receive

117. Our beautiful floral bouquets each come with a card for you to write a personal ------.

(a) gift

(b) limit

(c) season

(d) message

118. Peter Parson's directorial debut, Legend Has It, ------- the biggest box office numbers of the year, earning more than $107 million on opening weekend alone.

(a) achieved

(b) achiever

(c) achievable

(d) achievement

119. Internet voting in local and parliamentary ------- is used throughout Estonia.

(a) speeches

(b) elections

(c) politicians

(d) installations

120. Karen was able to include the last-minute article in the evening ------- of the newspaper.

(a) edition

(b) remark

(c) volumes

(d) limitation

121. Last year, nearly $14 billion was ------- in funds across Asia and Latin America.

(a) invest

(b) invested

(c) investor

(d) investment

122. To request more ------- about any of our products and services, please visit www.appliancepro.com/info.

(a) brochure

(b) problems

(c) information

(d) representation

123. Basin Air announced that it would begin running flights at Stewart Airport, which is currently ------- the State Port Authority control.

(a) as

(b) than

(c) under

(d) between

124. Two public forums will be held to discuss options for ------- the Mission Bridge.

(a) repair

(b) repaired

(c) repairing

(d) repairable

125. Customers purchasing a Camcom 65T digital camera are entitled to a factory ------- of $75.

(a) film

(b) rebate

(c) visual

(d) challenge

126. Chef Lendo Taverni's popular spicy broiled shark steak and mushroom salad is a favorite ------- customers.

(a) past

(b) among

(c) toward

(d) despite

127. Thom Gilbert will be ------- on the All-Star Comedy Tour, which starts on September 4.

(a) staged

(b) featured

(c) created

(d) detailed

128. All ------- are advised to use the printer in room 11B until the one in the faculty room has been repaired.

(a) employ

(b) employees

(c) employers

(d) employable

129. Searchlaw.com ------- an online directory of local lawyers and law services.

(a) offers

(b) guides

(c) educates

(d) distinguishes

130. Please take all personal belongings with you ------- leaving the train.

(a) when

(b) what

(c) whom

(d) which

131. A $20 fine will be ------- to replace any lost or stolen card keys.

(a) charge

(b) charged

(c) charges

(d) charging

132. Because of the ------- of hospital employees at Bon Secours Hospital, the head of administration began advertising job openings in the newspaper.

(a) short

(b) shorter

(c) shorten

(d) shortage

133. Any player who wishes to participate in the Gracey Tennis Tournament should register ------- August 14.

(a) until

(b) about

(c) since

(d) before

134. Teaching ------- must attend orientation sessions before their first day of class.

(a) booklets

(b) promoters

(c) assistants

(d) instructions

135. Passports must be valid for at least six months to be ------- for a travel visa.

(a) enable

(b) quality

(c) eligible

(d) appropriate

136. Your wage ------- at a rate of $21 for every hour of work.

(a) calculated

(b) calculation

(c) to calculation

(d) will be calculated

137. Morocco's ------- industry provides the third largest source of revenue for the North African country.

(a) tour

(b) touring

(c) tourism

(d) tour's

138. Many real-estate agencies are ------- professional photographers to take pictures of houses and properties for sale.

(a) hiring

(b) residing

(c) excluding

(d) converting

139. ------- the weather forecast, Clayton City should get more than fifteen inches of snow this winter.

(a) At will of

(b) According to

(c) Depending on

(d) Agreeing with

140. Beginning next week, managers will be ------- performance evaluations for all employees within their department.

(a) conduct

(b) conducts

(c) conducted

(d) conducting

Questions 141-143 refer to the following letter.

June 12 Victor Lee 25 East Michigan Avenue Lansing, Michigan 48912 Dear Mr. Lee, Thank you for choosing to stay at the Maximus Hotel on your recent trip to Cleveland. Our records show that you stayed in our Grand Suite ______ the dates of May 4 and May 7. 141. (a) in (b) between (c) amongst (d) without We hope that you enjoyed your stay with us and would appreciate any feedback you could give us on how you found our ______ and facilities. 142. (a) funds (b) storage (c) services (d) fractions If you are interested in ______ a survey regarding your stay, please visit www.maximushotel.com/survey. Thank you for your time. 143. (a) complete (b) completing (c) completion (d) completely Sincerely, June Weaver Head of Customer Relations Maximus Hotel, Cleveland

Questions 144-146 refer to the following letter.

Beginning in October, Voyage Bus Co. will add a new bus route ______ commuters from Maxwell County with the Harrison Metro train station line to Harrison City. 144. (a) connect (b) connector (c) connection (d) connecting The company currently runs 23 buses throughout the tri-county area and is the preferred mode of transportation for commuters to ______ Yorktown and Harrison City, providing low fares and quick service. 145. (a) none (b) both (c) either (d) neither Voyage Bus Co. is able to keep its fares down with the ______ it receives from advertisers. Advertisements appear, not only on the side of the bus, but also in the magazines provided on the bus, and in TV commercials aired on the bus's television station during the commute. 146. (a) compensation (b) distribution (c) requirements (d) probabilities

Questions 147-149 refer to the following letter.

Kaplan Park's 24th Annual Ice Festival Visit Kaplan Park for the 24th annual Ice Festival during the week of Monday December 26 to Sunday January 1 ______ 10 A.M. until 8 P.M. each day. 147. (a) from (b) with (c) after (d) without There will be ice skating on Dorchester Pond, horse-drawn sleigh rides around the park, an ice sculpting contest, and an ice skating ______ by local pairs figure skating champions Lawrence Novak and Francesca Temple. 148. (a) perform (b) performer (c) performance (d) performable * Tickets to the event will be sold at the gate. * The $10 admission fee will ______ you to enjoy any event you choose, including free food and beverages from the park's refreshment stand. 149. (a) share (b) advise (c) contest (d) entitle

Questions 150-152 refer to the following letter.

Attention all employees: There has been a change in policy regarding office supply orders. From now on, all orders must be ______ through Cameron in administration. If you would like to order something, please fill out an office supply request form, submit it to Cameron, and she will contact the supply company. Forms will be available in the faculty room. 150. (a) printed (b) purchased (c) processed (d) particular ______, Cameron will distribute all of the supplies once we receive them. 151. (a) Added (b) Adding to (c) Addition to (d) In addition Any extra supplies will be kept in the cabinet at the back of the faculty room. Please check there for supplies before ______ an order. 152. (a) place (b) places (c) placed (d) placing Thank you, Anne.

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Career.com -- Job Profile Job: Architect (entry level) Duties associated with this job include: Data compilation, design computation, and elementary architectural assignments. Possible duties: Estimate and plan preparation or structure inspection. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in architecture. No professional experience required. Base salary range: $30,000 to $50,000 a year. * data specific to the New York City area

153. What is being offered?

(a) A marketing position

(b) An architect position

(c) A graphic design position

(d) A elementary school teaching position

154.  According to the information, what is true about the job?

(a) It requires a master's degree.

(b) It pays between $50,000 and $80,000 a year.

(c) It is a high level position within a company.

(d) It does not require professional experience

Shopping Center Proposal Worries Residents Residents of the town of Crowley are worried that the shopping center Hertz Corp. has proposed to build on Burlingham Road will destroy the small town feel of their quiet community. More than 20 residents spoke against the proposal at a town board meeting held on Monday. “I moved here from the city to escape this kind of development,” said Tyrone Devlin, who lives near the proposed construction site. ”The traffic and crowds this shopping center will bring is exactly what we don't want here.” The shopping center would be more than 600,000 square feet of commercial space, including a movie theater, department store, family restaurant, and several smaller retail shops. The town council will vote on the proposal on Monday, March 16 after a thorough environmental evaluation of the construction site is conducted over the weekend.

155.  What is inferred about Crowley?

(a) It is a small community.

(b) It is a popular tourist area.

(c) Its new campaign welcomes investors.

(d) It currently has one major shopping mall

156. According to the news article, what will be included in the shopping center?

(a) A pet store

(b) A movie theater

(c) A sports complex

(d) A roller skating rink.

157. What will happen on Monday, March 16?

(a) A protest will be held.

(b) The city council will vote on a proposal.

(c) An environmental evaluation will be conducted.

(d) The city council will tour the construction site.

Owner's Choice Home Insurance At Owner's Choice, we offer a variety of coverage options for your home through our comprehensive insurance policies. Our goal is to guarantee the protection of your home should you need to file an insurance claim due to damage caused by fire, flood, or burglary. * You Can Lower Your Insurance Rates You may already be doing things that could lower the cost of your homeowner's insurance. Owning a number of protective devices such as security systems can lower your insurance premium by up to seven percent. For more information on policies and a list of ways to lower your insurance payments, visit www.ownerschoice.com/lowerpayments.

158.  What type of insurance is being offered?

(a) Home

(b) Health

(c) Travel

(d) Automobile

159.  What is mentioned as a way for customers to lower insurance payments?

(a) By renovating a home

(b) By owning a security system

(c) By meeting special health requirements

(d) By maintaining an accident-free record.

Study International Business in Beijing with the Excel Business Institute Program Description The Excel Business Institute is an accredited international business school affiliated with Chicago's Milford University. The international business program in Beijing is hosted by Zheng Luo University located in the heart of the bustling eastern capital. The year-round study abroad program focuses on three areas: Chinese language and culture, Chinese business and economics, and Chinese business law. Student instruction will be supplemented with business related field trips and guest lectures by CEOs of major Chinese corporations. At the program's completion, internship opportunities in China will be offered to students who have successfully completed the coursework. Credit Course credit is available through Milford University. Tuition $11,000 (price excludes housing) Living Arrangements Once enrolled, students will be given a choice of three housing arrangements: independent living, home-stay, or dormitory. Application Requirements All applicants must be majoring in business, economics, or a related field. Applicants must submit two letters of reference, a transcript, an application form, and a recent record of health.

160.  Where does the program take place?

(a) In Taipei

(b) In Beijing

(c) In Shanghai

(d) In Hong Kong

161.  What is NOT a focus of the program?

(a) Politics

(b) Business law

(c) Language and culture

(d) Business and economics.

162.  According to the information, what is available once the program is completed?

(a) A degree

(b) A certificate

(c) A letter of reference

(d) An internship opportunity.

163.  What document does the application require?

(a) A resume

(b) An essay

(c) A degree

(d) A transcript

To: Connie Caruthers [carucon@edennet.com] From: [gascard.offer@Quanex.com] Subject: Gas Card Date: June 19 Dear Ms. Caruthers, As a preferred credit card holder of Quanex, we would like to offer you our new gas card. The Quanex Gas Card will give you a five percent cash back bonus reward every time you use it to purchase gas, have your car repaired, or buy something at our online automotive store. There is no limit on how many cash back bonus rewards you receive, and your rewards will never expire. You may request to receive your cash back bonus rewards in the form of a check or an account credit at any time. Additionally, the Quanex Gas Card comes with advanced security features to ensure that you are never responsible if your card is lost or stolen. If you sign up for a Quanex Gas Card within the next two weeks, you will receive zero percent APR until March. To receive an application for your card today, visit our Web site at www.quanex.com/gascard, call our 24-hour customer service line at 1-800-267-4442, or respond to this e-mail.

164.  What is implied about Ms. Caruthers?

(a) She owns more than one car.

(b) She owns another Quanex credit card.

(c) She has recently had her car repaired.

(d) She has visited the Quanex online store before.

165.  The word “preferred” in paragraph 1, line 1, is closest in meaning to:

(a) agreed

(b) favored

(c) accepted

(d) improved

166.  According to the e-mail, what is true about the offer?

(a) Customers can use the card for car repairs.

(b) Zero percent APR is available until January.

(c) Security features must be purchased separately.

(d) Customers can get 10 percent in cash back bonus rewards.

167.  What is NOT listed a way for customers to receive an application?

(a) Visiting a Web site

(b) Calling a phone number

(c) Responding to an e-mail

(d) Visiting the Quanex store.

Ocean Bay Lunch Specials * Lunch specials are available every weekday from 12 P.M. until 3 P.M. Entrees Seafood Platter… $13.99 A wonderful trio of three of our best dishes: lightly breaded shrimp, buttered scallops, and a seasoned fish fillet. Fish of the Day… $10.99 Each day we serve a different fish, which you may choose to have fried, grilled, or broiled to perfection. Seafood Caesar Salad… $8.99 Your choice of broiled lobster or shrimp served over crisp romaine lettuce and fresh tomatoes with Caesar salad dressing and garlic croutons. Seafood Pasta… $9.99 Your choice of lobster, crab, or shrimp served with vermicelli in a tomato or Alfredo sauce. * Each lunch special comes with your choice of a drink, soup or salad, and two side dishes.

168.  With what meal can customers choose crab?

(a) The Seafood Pasta

(b) The Seafood Platter

(c) The Fish of the Day

(d) The Seafood Caesar Salad

169.  How much is the Fish of the Day?

(a) $8.99

(b) $9.99

(c) $10.99

(d) $13.99.

170. What is NOT free with a lunch special?

(a) A drink

(b) A salad

(c) A dessert

(d) A side dish

Dear Ms. Robinson, I am the vice president of Chestnut Development Group, the real estate development company that will be leading the development of 40 acres of property at Philadelphia's south end. We strongly believe that the development of this area will be vital to the city's economic growth and revitalization. We would like to invite you and your constituency to attend a weeklong series of urban planning meetings to determine how best to restore the property. Among participants in the meetings will be top architects and urban planners, local politicians and community leaders. Our series of planning sessions will be lead by famed urban planner Gustav Temoin, who founded the School of Temoin Urbanism. Our first meeting will be held on Monday November 23 from 6 P.M. to 8 P.M. in the Wallace Town Hall building. Four other meetings will follow during that week. I hope to see you on Monday. Sincerely, Leonard Cook, Sr. Vice President Chestnut Development Group

171. What is the purpose of this letter?

(a) To confirm his attendance at a meeting

(b) To invite Ms. Robinson to attend a meeting

(c) To thank Ms. Robinson for organizing a meeting

(d) To accept Ms. Robinson's invitation to speak at a meeting

172. The word “restore” in paragraph 2, line 2, is closest in meaning to:

(a) retain

(b) reform

(c) replace

(d) reconstruct.

173. According to the letter, who will NOT attend the meeting?

(a) Architects

(b) Politicians

(c) Professors

(d) Urban planners.

174.  Who is Mr. Temoin?

(a) A famous urban planner

(b) The superintendent of a school

(c) A Philadelphia community leader

(d) The president of Chestnut Development Group

175.  When will the first meeting be held?

(a) On November 6

(b) On November 15

(c) On November 18

(d) On November 23.

From: Camille Stone To: All employees Subject: Next week's faculty meeting Date: Tuesday, January 6 Hello, Because next week's holiday falls on a Thursday, we will have to reschedule our weekly faculty meeting to Friday. Please meet in the faculty room by 5 P.M. on Friday January 16. If you're taking Friday as a vacation day, please let Shirley in the general affairs know by Wednesday. Thank you and enjoy your day off! Camille

176. On what day is the holiday?

(a) Tuesday

(b) Wednesday

(c) Thursday

(d) Friday.

177.  What will be rescheduled?

(a) A presentation

(b) A holiday party

(c) A faculty meeting

(d) A training workshop.

Love Animal Shelter Foster Owner Program You can help save a dog's life by becoming a foster owner until we find a loving owner to adopt your pet or until we reunite them with their original owner. We have dogs of all ages for you to care for, and many require special attention. Although being a foster owner is one of the most rewarding experiences in the world, its emotional, physical, and financial demands should be given careful consideration. For this reason, we require all of our applicants go through an orientation program at our shelter so that they can get used to the responsibilities of caring for a dog and decide for themselves if they would like to continue doing it. We will also have one of our staff conduct a home and lifestyle evaluation to determine if each applicant's living situation is suitable for one of our dogs. Additionally, once a dog has been placed in your care, our adoption center will be on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week to help with any situations that arises. For more information on our foster owner program, including testimonials from current and previous foster owners, visit www.loveanimalshelter.com.

178.  What is the purpose of the advertisement?

(a) To encourage people to adopt a pet

(b) To encourage people to become foster owners
(c) To encourage people to donate to the animal shelter
(d) To encourage people to volunteer at the animal shelter

179.  What does Love Animal Shelter require interested people to do?

(a) Send a personal check

(b) Fill out some paper work

(c) Complete an orientation program

(d) Visit the adoption center often.

180. According to the advertisement, what is available on the Web site?

(a) Forms

(b) Pictures

(c) Guidelines

(d) Testimonials.

Natasha Golden McIntyre and Baranowski Suite 114 31 Echo Lake Avenue Mahtomedi, Minnesota 55115 Dear Ms. Golden, I've enclosed an employee reimbursement form along with the receipts from my business trip to Orlando. As I was able to use the company card to book my flight and hotel reservation, those expenses are not accounted for on the list. Please advise on the time it takes to be reimbursed. It usually takes one month, however, it took three months to be reimbursed for my last business trip to New York. Thank you for your help in this matter. Sincerely, Bob Yuengling ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- McIntyre & Baranowski Employee Reimbursement Form Employee Name: Bob Yuengling Employee ID Number: 002938 Reason for Expenses Incurred: Business trip to meet with client Account of Expenses: Dinner - Luna's Restaurant $16.34 Tuesday May 20 Transportation to client's office - Taxi $13 Wednesday May 21 Dinner with client - The Kitchen Cafe $107.03 Wednesday May 21 Transportation back to hotel - Taxi $13 Wednesday May 21 Dinner - Tres Amigos Grill $23.03 Wednesday May 21 Employee Signature: Bob Yuengling

181. Where is implied about Mr. Yuengling?

(a) He travels monthly.
(b) He lives in Florida.
(c) He works as an accountant.
(d) He works for McIntyre and Baranowski.

182.  Where did Mr. Yuengling go?

(a) To Orlando
(b) To New York
(c) To Minneapolis
(d) To Mexico City

183.  How long does it ordinarily take to get a reimbursement?

(a) One month

(b) Two months

(c) Three months

(d) Four months

184.  What day did Mr. Yeungling take a taxi?

(a) Monday

(b) Tuesday

(c) Wednesday

(d) Thursday

185. According to the list, where was the most money spent?

(a) At Tres Amigos Grill

(b) At The Kitchen Café

(c) At Antonio's Restaurant

(d) At Luna's Business Hotel

To: Gloria Stefani [stefig@weweb.com] From: Reesa Bonjani [rbonjani@harborfalls.net] Subject: February fireworks schedule Date: December 16 Dear Ms. Stefani, Thank you for inquiring about the fireworks at Harbor Falls waterfall. Attached to this message you'll find a schedule of our fireworks displays for the month of February. I'm sure you'll be able to find a suitable date around which to plan your trip. Also, if you're interested in staying at one of the hotels that offers a view of the waterfall and fireworks, please visit our Web site at www.harborfalls.net and click on the link for nearby hotels. Don't hesitate to contact me with any more questions. Enjoy your stay at Harbor Falls. Sincerely, Reesa Bonjani Harbor Falls Department of Tourism. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Harbor Falls Fireworks Schedule February Thursday February 1 (for the beginning of February) Saturday February 10 Wednesday February 14 (for Valentine's Day) Saturday February 17 Sunday February 18 (for the Lunar New Year) Monday February 19 (for President's Day) Saturday February 24 * Fireworks displays during the month of February will start at 9 p.m. * Dates and times are subject to change and will be updated on the Web site when that information becomes available. * Fireworks displays may be cancelled due to adverse weather conditions.

186. According to the e-mail, what has Ms. Stefani done?

(a) Visited Harbor Falls

(b) Reserved a hotel room

(c) Requested information

(d) Contacted her travel agent.

187.  What does Ms. Bonjani suggest that Ms. Stefani do?

(a) Reschedule her trip

(b) Read the Harbor Falls guidebook

(c) Stay at a hotel with a view of the waterfall

(d) Speak with the head of the tourism department

188.  On what day will fireworks NOT be displayed?

(a) February 1

(b) February 7

(c) February 10

(d) February 14

189.  Why will fireworks be displayed on February 18?

(a) For the weekend

(b) For President's Day

(c) For the Lunar New Year

(d) For the hotel's anniversary.

190. According to the schedule, what information will be updated on the Web site?

(a) Hotel room rates

(b) Fireworks display times

(c) Hotel room availability

(d) Fireworks display ticket prices

Paradise Cineplex 70 Red Road Miami, Florida 33126 305-463-2226 The Museum Three middle school students left behind on a class trip spend the night in a history museum and uncover the secrets to an ancient mystery. Running time: 2 hours, 15 minutes Genre: Mystery, Family Starring: Jessie-Grace Turner, Clint Sandoval, Danika Brooke-Pierce, Vivienne Aldrich, and Phillip Banks Director(s): Harvey Fedderman Producer(s): Louisa Marquez, Daniel Leviston Writer(s): April Pascucci Studio: Cinereve Show times: Beginning August 12 10:00 A.M., 11:30, 1:00 P.M., 2:30, 4:00, 5:30, 7:00, 8:30, 10:00, 11:30 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Paradise Cineplex * Please print the following ticket information. You may need to present it before gaining admittance to the theater. Online Ticket Ticket issue number: 002948275H Movie: The Museum Date: August 14 Time: 4:00 P.M. Credit Card Information Name: Sarah Adesida Address: 3027 West Flagler Street Miami, Florida 33126 Phone number: 305-463-9738 Account number: XXXX XXXX XXXX 2230.

191. What is true about the movie?

(a) It is two hours long.

(b) It debuted on August 1.

(c) It takes place in a museum.

(d) It was written by Daniel Leviston

192.  Who is Phillip Banks?

(a) An actor

(b) A writer

(c) A director

(d) A producer

193.  What is the genre of the movie?

(a) Drama

(b) Comedy

(c) Action

(d) Mystery

194.  According to the ticket, what should customers do?

(a) Print a copy of the ticket

(b) Reserve seats at the ticket booth

(c) Arrive ten minutes before the movie begins

(d) Present their credit card at the ticket booth

195. When does Ms. Adesida plan to see the movie?

(a) At 1 P.M.

(b) At 4 P.M.

(c) At 7 P.M.

(d) At 10 P.M.

Investment Tips By Scott Russell Investing in stocks that are less than $5 per share is a good way to boost your stock portfolio. Many big investors ignore these stocks because of the potential risks involved, however, these stocks often grow significantly over the course of time. Investing in inexpensive stocks is a wise move, provided that you hold on to them for at least one year to allow enough time for them to develop. Four stocks that I suggest for less than $5 per share are High Standard Pharmaceuticals Company, Nova Oil, Inc., Direct Access Publishing Group, and Peak Media Holdings. If you are new to the market, you might want to try investing in them through an online brokerage firm that does not charge a high commission for their services, and remember: only invest up to five percent of your entire stock portfolio in any stock, including these. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Quick Stock Quotes -- Thursday April 22 -- 2:40 P.M. (Quotes delayed by 20 minutes) Nova Oil, Inc. (NOI) 3.93 +0.08 +2.08% Previous Close 3.85 Open 3.87 High 3.94 Low 3.79 Volume 864,300 Bid 3.91 Bid Size 600 Ask 3.97 Ask Size 3,300 52 Week range 1.64-8.90

196. What type of stocks is the article about?

(a) Oil company stocks

(b) Inexpensive stocks

(c) Pharmaceutical stocks

(d) Stocks from new companies

197.  Why does Mr. Russell say big investors ignore these stocks?

(a) They are risky.

(b) They are too popular.

(c) They often lose money rapidly.

(d) It is difficult to make money from them.

198.  What investment strategy does Mr. Russell NOT suggest in the article?

(a) Investing in more than one stock at once

(b) Investing through an online brokerage firm

(c) Investing in the stock for at least one year

(d) Investing up to five percent of a stock portfolio.

199.  What company's stock is profiled?

(a) Nova Oil, Inc.

(b) Peak Media Holdings

(c) Direct Access Publishing Group

(d) High Standard Pharmaceuticals Company

200. At what price did the company's stock close on the previous day?

(a) $3.79 per share
(b) $3.85 per share
(c) $3.91 per share
(d) $3.93 per share

ANSWER

101. D	102. C	103. A	104. C	105. A	106. D	107. C	108. B	109. D	110. B
111. D	112. C	113. D	114. A	115. A	116. D	117. D	118. A	119. B	120. A
121. B	122. C	123. C	124. C	125. B	126. B	127. B	128. B	129. A	130. A
131. B	132. D	133. D	134. C	135. C	136. D	137. C	138. A	139. B	140. D
141. B	142. C	143. B	144. D	145. B	146. A	147. A	148. C	149. D	150. C
151. D	152. D	153. B	154. D	155. A	156. B	157. B	158. A	159. B	160. B
161. A	162. D	163. D	164. B	165. B	166. A	167. D	168. A	169. C	170. C
171. B	172. D	173. C	174. A	175. D	176. C	177. C	178. B	179. C	180. D
181. D	182. A	183. A	184. C	185. B	186. C	187. C	188. B	189. C	190. B
191. C	192. A	193. D	194. A	195. B	196. B	197. A	198. A	199. A	200. B