TOEIC Preparation -

Week 8
Peter Follette
follette@unice.fr
 Reading section VII- Reading
comprehension

• 1-2 texts

• Advertisement, letter, instructions, news

story...

• 2-6 questions per text

• Comprehension

• In general, practical questions:

• Who, what, where, when, why...

 Reading section VII- Reading
comprehension

• Go fast

• Vocabulary is critical (themes)

• Suggestion: read first and then look at

questions

• Answer every question

• Guess if necessary
In order to conserve electricity during these high-use months, the city
government will implement its Save Now Plan on September 5 and 12. We are
aiming for the same substantial savings that we saw last month and in July, when
the plan was introduced. Downtown area commercial businesses and
residential owners are asked to follow the plan by stopping or reducing
electricity use at the times detailed below. For additional plan details, call the
City Information Hotline.
Type of Business Time Type of Consumption
Heavy Industry 1-5 p.m. Lights, Industrial Applications
Light Industry 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Air conditioning, Lights
Office Buildings 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Air conditioning, Lights
Residences 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Aid conditioning, Electrical Appliances
Retail Stores 2-6 p.m. Air conditioning, Lights
155. Who is not included in the Save Now Plan?
(A) Large companies
(B) Individually owned businesses and homeowners
(C) Factories and stores
(D) Hospitals
In order to conserve electricity during these high-use months, the city
government will implement its Save Now Plan on September 5 and 12. We are
aiming for the same substantial savings that we saw last month and in July, when
the plan was introduced. Downtown area commercial businesses and
residential owners are asked to follow the plan by stopping or reducing
electricity use at the times detailed below. For additional plan details, call the
City Information Hotline.
Type of Business Time Type of Consumption
Heavy Industry 1-5 p.m. Lights, Industrial Applications
Light Industry 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Air conditioning, Lights
Office Buildings 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Air conditioning, Lights
Residences 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Aid conditioning, Electrical Appliances
Retail Stores 2-6 p.m. Air conditioning, Lights
156. Why is the city implementing the plan?
(A) It has run out of electricity.
(B) It wants to save resources.
(C) It wants to attract new business.
(D) It has a surplus of energy.
In order to conserve electricity during these high-use months, the city
government will implement its Save Now Plan on September 5 and 12. We are
aiming for the same substantial savings that we saw last month and in July, when
the plan was introduced. Downtown area commercial businesses and
residential owners are asked to follow the plan by stopping or reducing
electricity use at the times detailed below. For additional plan details, call the
City Information Hotline.
Type of Business Time Type of Consumption
Heavy Industry 1-5 p.m. Lights, Industrial Applications
Light Industry 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Air conditioning, Lights
Office Buildings 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Air conditioning, Lights
Residences 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Aid conditioning, Electrical Appliances
Retail Stores 2-6 p.m. Air conditioning, Lights
157. How many times has the plan been used before?
(A) 0
(B) 1
(C) 2
(D) 3
In order to conserve electricity during these high-use months, the city
government will implement its Save Now Plan on September 5 and 12. We are
aiming for the same substantial savings that we saw last month and in July, when
the plan was introduced. Downtown area commercial businesses and
residential owners are asked to follow the plan by stopping or reducing
electricity use at the times detailed below. For additional plan details, call the
City Information Hotline.
Type of Business Time Type of Consumption
Heavy Industry 1-5 p.m. Lights, Industrial Applications
Light Industry 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Air conditioning, Lights
Office Buildings 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Air conditioning, Lights
Residences 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Aid conditioning, Electrical Appliances
Retail Stores 2-6 p.m. Air conditioning, Lights
155. Who is not included in the Save Now Plan?
(A) Large companies
(B) Individually owned businesses and homeowners
(C) Factories and stores
(D) Hospitals
In order to conserve electricity during these high-use months, the city
government will implement its Save Now Plan on September 5 and 12. We are
aiming for the same substantial savings that we saw last month and in July, when
the plan was introduced. Downtown area commercial businesses and
residential owners are asked to follow the plan by stopping or reducing
electricity use at the times detailed below. For additional plan details, call the
City Information Hotline.
Type of Business Time Type of Consumption
Heavy Industry 1-5 p.m. Lights, Industrial Applications
Light Industry 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Air conditioning, Lights
Office Buildings 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Air conditioning, Lights
Residences 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Aid conditioning, Electrical Appliances
Retail Stores 2-6 p.m. Air conditioning, Lights
156. Why is the city implementing the plan?
(A) It has run out of electricity.
(B) It wants to save resources.
(C) It wants to attract new business.
(D) It has a surplus of energy.
In order to conserve electricity during these high-use months, the city
government will implement its Save Now Plan on September 5 and 12. We are
aiming for the same substantial savings that we saw last month and in July, when
the plan was introduced. Downtown area commercial businesses and
residential owners are asked to follow the plan by stopping or reducing
electricity use at the times detailed below. For additional plan details, call the
City Information Hotline.
Type of Business Time Type of Consumption
Heavy Industry 1-5 p.m. Lights, Industrial Applications
Light Industry 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Air conditioning, Lights
Office Buildings 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Air conditioning, Lights
Residences 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Aid conditioning, Electrical Appliances
Retail Stores 2-6 p.m. Air conditioning, Lights
157. How many times has the plan been used before?
(A) 0
(B) 1
(C) 2
(D) 3
In order to conserve electricity during these high-use months, the city
government will implement its Save Now Plan on September 5 and 12. We are
aiming for the same substantial savings that we saw last month and in July, when
the plan was introduced. Downtown area commercial businesses and
residential owners are asked to follow the plan by stopping or reducing
electricity use at the times detailed below. For additional plan details, call the
City Information Hotline.
Type of Business Time Type of Consumption
Heavy Industry 1-5 p.m. Lights, Industrial Applications
Light Industry 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Air conditioning, Lights
Office Buildings 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Air conditioning, Lights
Residences 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Aid conditioning, Electrical Appliances
Retail Stores 2-6 p.m. Air conditioning, Lights
HURLEY MOTORCYCLES released a recall today for more than 2 million
tires. Over the past year, three styles of tires are claimed to be responsible
for 28 accidents, six including fatalities. In most cases, motorcycles driven at
high speeds crashed when a tire, usually in the rear, blew up. The cause has
not yet been determined, but experts believe that the tires have a faulty
outside layer which may come off under high velocity or high heat
conditions. Unlike most companies, Hurley manufactures and produces the
tires for all Hurley models. Officials announced that they will immediately
replace all affected tires.

161. What has been identified as part of the problem?

(A) Untrained drivers
(B) Velocity
(C) Poor bike design
(D) Tire installation
HURLEY MOTORCYCLES released a recall today for more than 2 million
tires. Over the past year, three styles of tires are claimed to be responsible
for 28 accidents, six including fatalities. In most cases, motorcycles driven
at high speeds crashed when a tire, usually in the rear, blew up. The cause
has not yet been determined, but experts believe that the tires have a
faulty outside layer which may come off under high velocity or high heat
conditions. Unlike most companies, Hurley manufactures and produces the
tires for all Hurley models. Officials announced that they will immediately
replace all affected tires.

162. How many accidents were reported?

(A) 3
(B) 6
(C) More than 25
(D) It is unknown.
HURLEY MOTORCYCLES released a recall today for more than 2
million tires. Over the past year, three styles of tires are claimed
to be responsible for 28 accidents, six including fatalities. In most
cases, motorcycles driven at high speeds crashed when a tire,
usually in the rear, blew up. The cause has not yet been
determined, but experts believe that the tires have a faulty outside
layer which may come off under high velocity or high heat
conditions. Unlike most companies, Hurley manufactures and
produces the tires for all Hurley models. Officials announced that
they will immediately replace all affected tires.

163. What is Hurley planning to do for customers?

(A) Release a new motorcycle
(B) Exchange the tires
(C) Fix the old tires
(D) Stop manufacturing the product
HURLEY MOTORCYCLES released a recall today for more than 2
million tires. Over the past year, three styles of tires are claimed
to be responsible for 28 accidents, six including fatalities. In most
cases, motorcycles driven at high speeds crashed when a tire,
usually in the rear, blew up. The cause has not yet been
determined, but experts believe that the tires have a faulty outside
layer which may come off under high velocity or high heat
conditions. Unlike most companies, Hurley manufactures and
produces the tires for all Hurley models. Officials announced that
they will immediately replace all affected tires.

161. What has been identified as part of the problem?

(A) Untrained drivers
(B) Velocity
(C) Poor bike design
(D) Tire installation
HURLEY MOTORCYCLES released a recall today for more than 2
million tires. Over the past year, three styles of tires are claimed
to be responsible for 28 accidents, six including fatalities. In most
cases, motorcycles driven at high speeds crashed when a tire,
usually in the rear, blew up. The cause has not yet been
determined, but experts believe that the tires have a faulty outside
layer which may come off under high velocity or high heat
conditions. Unlike most companies, Hurley manufactures and
produces the tires for all Hurley models. Officials announced that
they will immediately replace all affected tires.

162. How many accidents were reported?

(A) 3
(B) 6
(C) More than 25
(D) It is unknown.
HURLEY MOTORCYCLES released a recall today for more than 2
million tires. Over the past year, three styles of tires are claimed
to be responsible for 28 accidents, six including fatalities. In most
cases, motorcycles driven at high speeds crashed when a tire,
usually in the rear, blew up. The cause has not yet been
determined, but experts believe that the tires have a faulty outside
layer which may come off under high velocity or high heat
conditions. Unlike most companies, Hurley manufactures and
produces the tires for all Hurley models. Officials announced that
they will immediately replace all affected tires.

163. What is Hurley planning to do for customers?

(A) Release a new motorcycle
(B) Exchange the tires
(C) Fix the old tires
(D) Stop manufacturing the product
HURLEY MOTORCYCLES released a recall today for more than 2
million tires. Over the past year, three styles of tires are claimed
to be responsible for 28 accidents, six including fatalities. In most
cases, motorcycles driven at high speeds crashed when a tire,
usually in the rear, blew up. The cause has not yet been
determined, but experts believe that the tires have a faulty outside
layer which may come off under high velocity or high heat
conditions. Unlike most companies, Hurley manufactures and
produces the tires for all Hurley models. Officials announced that
they will immediately replace all affected tires.
It is time to renew your insurance policy. In order to prepare your
policy for the coming year, please contact a representative at the
number listed.You will need to provide any changes to your
address, the year and make of your vehicle(s), the approximate
number of miles driven per year, and the current mileage. Please
have this information available when you speak with a
representative.

164. What information is NOT needed?

(A) Ages of all drivers
(B) Where the person lives
(C) How far the car is driven
(D) The type of car
It is time to renew your insurance policy. In order to prepare your
policy for the coming year, please contact a representative at the
number listed.You will need to provide any changes to your
address, the year and make of your vehicle(s), the approximate
number of miles driven per year, and the current mileage. Please
have this information available when you speak with a
representative.

165. How will the company gather the information?

(A) Through office visits
(B) Through postcards
(C) Through personal interviews
(D) Through phone calls
It is time to renew your insurance policy. In order to prepare your
policy for the coming year, please contact a representative at the
number listed.You will need to provide any changes to your
address, the year and make of your vehicle(s), the approximate
number of miles driven per year, and the current mileage. Please
have this information available when you speak with a
representative.

164. What information is NOT needed?

(A) Ages of all drivers
(B) Where the person lives
(C) How far the car is driven
(D) The type of car
It is time to renew your insurance policy. In order to prepare your
policy for the coming year, please contact a representative at the
number listed.You will need to provide any changes to your
address, the year and make of your vehicle(s), the approximate
number of miles driven per year, and the current mileage. Please
have this information available when you speak with a
representative.

165. How will the company gather the information?

(A) Through office visits
(B) Through postcards
(C) Through personal interviews
(D) Through phone calls
It is time to renew your insurance policy. In order to prepare your
policy for the coming year, please contact a representative at the
number listed.You will need to provide any changes to your
address, the year and make of your vehicle(s), the approximate
number of miles driven per year, and the current mileage. Please
have this information available when you speak with a
representative.
 Attention Members

On Friday morning, March 2, the water will be shut off in the

ladies’ and men’s locker rooms so that repairs can be made. The
exact time will be posted on Thursday, March 1. We apologize for
any inconvenience.

166. Where would this notice be seen?

(A) At a gym
(B) In a hospital
(C) In a dormitory
(D) At a hydroelectric plant
 Attention Members

On Friday morning, March 2, the water will be shut off in the

ladies’ and men’s locker rooms so that repairs can be made. The
exact time will be posted on Thursday, March 1. We apologize for
any inconvenience.

167. What will happen on March 1?

(A) The water will not work
(B) The club will be closed
(C) Members will be notified of the details
(D) There will be no electricity
 Attention Members

On Friday morning, March 2, the water will be shut off in the

ladies’ and men’s locker rooms so that repairs can be made. The
exact time will be posted on Thursday, March 1. We apologize for
any inconvenience.

166. Where would this notice be seen?

(A) At a gym
(B) In a hospital
(C) In a dormitory
(D) At a hydroelectric plant
 Attention Members

On Friday morning, March 2, the water will be shut off in the

ladies’ and men’s locker rooms so that repairs can be made. The
exact time will be posted on Thursday, March 1. We apologize for
any inconvenience.

167. What will happen on March 1?

(A) The water will not work
(B) The club will be closed
(C) Members will be notified of the details
(D) There will be no electricity
 Attention Members

On Friday morning, March 2, the water will be shut off in the

ladies’ and men’s locker rooms so that repairs can be made. The
exact time will be posted on Thursday, March 1. We apologize for
any inconvenience.
SKYROCKETING PRICES for imported oil are threatening economies around the
world. This was the message repeated at the trade ministers’ quarterly meeting. While
not wanting to alarm citizens and the business community, the politicians stressed that
action taken now will avoid future problems. Price jumps of 30-40% over the last
quarter have been seen around the region. Governments are pressuring the oil-
producing nations to increase their output, thereby lowering the prices. Environmental
groups sent representatives to encourage discussion on alternative sources of energy.
The groups claim that long-term solutions will only result if countries place resources
toward developing new solutions. Dependency on current energy sources will only
result in recurring cycles of low and high prices. The outcome of the oil ministers’
meeting scheduled for next week is greatly anticipated.

168. What is the problem?

(A) Oil spills in space
(B) Increased oil costs
(C) Oil producing nations won’t comply with requests
(D) Environmental groups protested
SKYROCKETING PRICES for imported oil are threatening economies around the
world. This was the message repeated at the trade ministers’ quarterly meeting.
While not wanting to alarm citizens and the business community, the politicians
stressed that action taken now will avoid future problems. Price jumps of 30-40%
over the last quarter have been seen around the region. Governments are
pressuring the oil-producing nations to increase their output, thereby lowering the
prices. Environmental groups sent representatives to encourage discussion on
alternative sources of energy. The groups claim that long-term solutions will only
result if countries place resources toward developing new solutions. Dependency on
current energy sources will only result in recurring cycles of low and high prices.
The outcome of the oil ministers’ meeting scheduled for next week is greatly
anticipated.

169. What do the environmental groups claim?

(A) Different types of energy must be used
(B) Increases of 35% are not bad
(C) There is enough oil for everyone
(D) Changes in energy prices cannot be stopped
SKYROCKETING PRICES for imported oil are threatening economies around
the world. This was the message repeated at the trade ministers’ quarterly
meeting. While not wanting to alarm citizens and the business community, the
politicians stressed that action taken now will avoid future problems. Price
jumps of 30-40% over the last quarter have been seen around the region.
Governments are pressuring the oil-producing nations to increase their output,
thereby lowering the prices. Environmental groups sent representatives to
encourage discussion on alternative sources of energy. The groups claim that
long-term solutions will only result if countries place resources toward
developing new solutions. Dependency on current energy sources will only
result in recurring cycles of low and high prices. The outcome of the oil
ministers’ meeting scheduled for next week is greatly anticipated.

168. What is the problem?

(A) Oil spills in space
(B) Increased oil costs
(C) Oil producing nations won’t comply with requests
(D) Environmental groups protested
SKYROCKETING PRICES for imported oil are threatening economies around
the world. This was the message repeated at the trade ministers’ quarterly
meeting. While not wanting to alarm citizens and the business community, the
politicians stressed that action taken now will avoid future problems. Price
jumps of 30-40% over the last quarter have been seen around the region.
Governments are pressuring the oil-producing nations to increase their output,
thereby lowering the prices. Environmental groups sent representatives to
encourage discussion on alternative sources of energy. The groups claim that
long-term solutions will only result if countries place resources toward
developing new solutions. Dependency on current energy sources will only
result in recurring cycles of low and high prices. The outcome of the oil
ministers’ meeting scheduled for next week is greatly anticipated.

169. What do the environmental groups claim?

(A) Different types of energy must be used
(B) Increases of 35% are not bad
(C) There is enough oil for everyone
(D) Changes in energy prices cannot be stopped
SKYROCKETING PRICES for imported oil are threatening
economies around the world. This was the message repeated at
the trade ministers’ quarterly meeting. While not wanting to alarm
citizens and the business community, the politicians stressed that
action taken now will avoid future problems. Price jumps of
30-40% over the last quarter have been seen around the region.
Governments are pressuring the oil-producing nations to increase
their output, thereby lowering the prices. Environmental groups
sent representatives to encourage discussion on alternative
sources of energy. The groups claim that long-term solutions will
only result if countries place resources toward developing new
solutions. Dependency on current energy sources will only result
in recurring cycles of low and high prices. The outcome of the oil
ministers’ meeting scheduled for next week is greatly anticipated.
Will the family farm become a thing of the past? That is exactly what we, Family
Farmers United, are trying to avoid.Your contribution will go a long way. Our
goal is to collect $1 million to help our members and to spread our message to
the public. In past years, we have provided loans for struggling families, bought
community machinery, and offered classes on agricultural technology. Ninety
percent of the money collected goes toward programming and advocacy.

To make a donation, fill out the enclosed form. Indicate the amount that you
would like to contribute. Mark the category that best describes your farm or
situation. At the bottom of the form, please add any comments or ideas for
future programs. We appreciate your support.

170. For whom are the instructions written?

(A) Agricultural engineers
(B) Large farming companies
(C) Lawmakers
(D) Individual farmers
Will the family farm become a thing of the past? That is exactly what we, Family
Farmers United, are trying to avoid.Your contribution will go a long way. Our
goal is to collect $1 million to help our members and to spread our message to
the public. In past years, we have provided loans for struggling families, bought
community machinery, and offered classes on agricultural technology. Ninety
percent of the money collected goes toward programming and advocacy.

To make a donation, fill out the enclosed form. Indicate the amount that you
would like to contribute. Mark the category that best describes your farm or
situation. At the bottom of the form, please add any comments or ideas for
future programs. We appreciate your support.

171. How is the money used?

(A) To assist farmers who need help
(B) To record the history of farming
(C) To buy new farms
(D) To create a radio program
Will the family farm become a thing of the past? That is exactly what we, Family
Farmers United, are trying to avoid.Your contribution will go a long way. Our
goal is to collect $1 million to help our members and to spread our message to
the public. In past years, we have provided loans for struggling families, bought
community machinery, and offered classes on agricultural technology. Ninety
percent of the money collected goes toward programming and advocacy.

To make a donation, fill out the enclosed form. Indicate the amount that you
would like to contribute. Mark the category that best describes your farm or
situation. At the bottom of the form, please add any comments or ideas for
future programs. We appreciate your support.

170. For whom are the instructions written?

(A) Agricultural engineers
(B) Large farming companies
(C) Lawmakers
(D) Individual farmers
Will the family farm become a thing of the past? That is exactly what we, Family
Farmers United, are trying to avoid.Your contribution will go a long way. Our
goal is to collect $1 million to help our members and to spread our message to
the public. In past years, we have provided loans for struggling families, bought
community machinery, and offered classes on agricultural technology. Ninety
percent of the money collected goes toward programming and advocacy.

To make a donation, fill out the enclosed form. Indicate the amount that you
would like to contribute. Mark the category that best describes your farm or
situation. At the bottom of the form, please add any comments or ideas for
future programs. We appreciate your support.

171. How is the money used?

(A) To assist farmers who need help
(B) To record the history of farming
(C) To buy new farms
(D) To create a radio program
Will the family farm become a thing of the past? That is exactly
what we, Family Farmers United, are trying to avoid.Your
contribution will go a long way. Our goal is to collect $1 million to
help our members and to spread our message to the public. In
past years, we have provided loans for struggling families, bought
community machinery, and offered classes on agricultural
technology. Ninety percent of the money collected goes toward
programming and advocacy.

To make a donation, fill out the enclosed form. Indicate the

amount that you would like to contribute. Mark the category that
best describes your farm or situation. At the bottom of the form,
please add any comments or ideas for future programs. We
appreciate your support.
TELEPHONE SERVICE OFFER!

Sign up now for our long distance service and receive free
activation. That’s right, no charge! Our connection gives you single
or multiple lines for one, low price. Today, more than ever, an extra
line is a necessity, not a luxury. Don’t pay more with other
companies, when you can choose up to three lines for the same
price. It’s easy!

172. What item is being offered at no charge?

(A) Local service
(B) One line
(C) Multiple lines
(D) Start-up
TELEPHONE SERVICE OFFER!

Sign up now for our long distance service and receive free
activation. That’s right, no charge! Our connection gives you single
or multiple lines for one, low price. Today, more than ever, an extra
line is a necessity, not a luxury. Don’t pay more with other
companies, when you can choose up to three lines for the same
price. It’s easy!

173. How are multiple lines described?

(A) Needed
(B) Extravagant
(C) Costly
(D) Hard to get
TELEPHONE SERVICE OFFER!

Sign up now for our long distance service and receive free
activation. That’s right, no charge! Our connection gives you single
or multiple lines for one, low price. Today, more than ever, an extra
line is a necessity, not a luxury. Don’t pay more with other
companies, when you can choose up to three lines for the same
price. It’s easy!

172. What item is being offered at no charge?

(A) Local service
(B) One line
(C) Multiple lines
(D) Start-up
TELEPHONE SERVICE OFFER!

Sign up now for our long distance service and receive free
activation. That’s right, no charge! Our connection gives you single
or multiple lines for one, low price. Today, more than ever, an extra
line is a necessity, not a luxury. Don’t pay more with other
companies, when you can choose up to three lines for the same
price. It’s easy!

173. How are multiple lines described?

(A) Needed
(B) Extravagant
(C) Costly
(D) Hard to get
TELEPHONE SERVICE OFFER!

Sign up now for our long distance service and receive free
activation. That’s right, no charge! Our connection gives you single
or multiple lines for one, low price. Today, more than ever, an extra
line is a necessity, not a luxury. Don’t pay more with other
companies, when you can choose up to three lines for the same
price. It’s easy!
The Wingnut Fly, native of several Central American countries, has been spotted
in Riverside County. The fly is known to carry a virus deadly to numerous
species of vegetables. County officials released a report yesterday and called an
emergency meeting.

The last time the fly was spotted in this agricultural region, it caused more than
$1.5 million in damage. Officials say that swift action is needed to eradicate the
fly before it multiplies and spreads to other areas. They have called in experts
and have alerted farmers. An emergency hotline telephone number is being
established.

174. What is known about the fly?

(A) It can cause great harm to crops
(B) It has a short lifespan
(C) It has never appeared before in the region
(D) It is native to the area
The Wingnut Fly, native of several Central American countries, has been spotted
in Riverside County. The fly is known to carry a virus deadly to numerous
species of vegetables. County officials released a report yesterday and called an
emergency meeting.

The last time the fly was spotted in this agricultural region, it caused more than
$1.5 million in damage. Officials say that swift action is needed to eradicate the
fly before it multiplies and spreads to other areas. They have called in experts
and have alerted farmers. An emergency hotline telephone number is being
established.

175. What step has not been taken?

(A) A special meeting was held
(B) Vegetable growers were told
(C) Pesticides have been sprayed
(D) Specialists are working on the problem
The Wingnut Fly, native of several Central American countries, has been spotted
in Riverside County. The fly is known to carry a virus deadly to numerous
species of vegetables. County officials released a report yesterday and called an
emergency meeting.

The last time the fly was spotted in this agricultural region, it caused more than
$1.5 million in damage. Officials say that swift action is needed to eradicate the
fly before it multiplies and spreads to other areas. They have called in experts
and have alerted farmers. An emergency hotline telephone number is being
established.

174. What is known about the fly?

(A) It can cause great harm to crops
(B) It has a short lifespan
(C) It has never appeared before in the region
(D) It is native to the area
The Wingnut Fly, native of several Central American countries, has been spotted
in Riverside County. The fly is known to carry a virus deadly to numerous
species of vegetables. County officials released a report yesterday and called an
emergency meeting.

The last time the fly was spotted in this agricultural region, it caused more than
$1.5 million in damage. Officials say that swift action is needed to eradicate the
fly before it multiplies and spreads to other areas. They have called in experts
and have alerted farmers. An emergency hotline telephone number is being
established.

175. What step has not been taken?

(A) A special meeting was held
(B) Vegetable growers were told
(C) Pesticides have been sprayed
(D) Specialists are working on the problem
The Wingnut Fly, native of several Central American countries, has
been spotted in Riverside County. The fly is known to carry a
virus deadly to numerous species of vegetables. County officials
released a report yesterday and called an emergency meeting.

The last time the fly was spotted in this agricultural region, it
caused more than $1.5 million in damage. Officials say that swift
action is needed to eradicate the fly before it multiplies and
spreads to other areas. They have called in experts and have
alerted farmers. An emergency hotline telephone number is being
established.