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PART 7
Directions: In this part you will read a selection of texts, such as magazine and newspaper articles,
e-mails, and instant messages. Each text or set of texts is followed by several questions. Select the best
answer for each question and mark the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your answer sheet.

Questions 147-148 refer to the following e-mail.

To: William Christensen <wchristensen@hartford.com>
From: Aaron James <ajames@jetmail.com>
Subject: Reference

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Dear Mr. Christensen,

I am writing in support of Ms. Janet Turner’s application for the position of head manager at the
St. Francis Road branch of Taco Cabana. Ms. Turner has worked for three years as the
assistant manager at the River Road branch of the Taco Cabana that I manage. She is an
exceptional employee who is very knowledgeable about restaurant management and is highly
skilled at communicating with fellow employees. I strongly support her for the position. Please
feel free to contact me with any questions.

Sincerely,

Aaron James
Head Manager
Taco Cabana (Store #234) §

147. Why was this e-mail sent? 148. What is NOT indicated about Ms. Turner?
(A) To apply for a job opening (A) She has supervisory experience.
(B) To accept a job offer (B) She currently works for Mr. James.
(C) To recommend a job seeker (C) She was hired last year.
(D) To request a reference (D) She knows a lot about running an
eatery.

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