Test Your English (Placement Test)

This sign, "CURRENCY EXCHANGE HERE," can be seen in a bank. Banks often provide currency exchange services for customers who need to convert one currency into another. Therefore, it is logical to find this sign in a bank where such services are offered.

This sign is commonly seen in hotels, where guests are required to leave their room key at the reception desk when they are not in their room. This is a security measure to ensure that the keys are not lost or misplaced, and to keep track of who is currently occupying the rooms. By leaving the key at the reception desk, the hotel staff can easily identify if a room is vacant or occupied, and can provide better service to the guests.

The above memo will be read by company employees because it is a communication within the company. It is likely that the memo contains important information or instructions that are relevant to the employees' roles and responsibilities within the company.

The correct answer is "COMPANY PROJECTS ARE CONFIDENTIAL". This answer explains why visitors are not allowed within the office area. It suggests that the reason for this restriction is to protect the confidentiality of the company's projects.

The correct answer is "SPEAKING" because the phrase "Would you mind" is followed by a verb in the -ing form. In this case, the verb "speak" is used in the -ing form, so the correct phrase is "Would you mind speaking up." This means that the speaker is asking the other person to speak louder or more clearly because they cannot hear.

This answer is correct because the given schedule of arrivals and departures is commonly seen in an airport.

Employees will know when their visitors arrive because the receptionist will call the employee's office.

The question "What do you do?" inquires about a person's occupation or job. It is a common way to ask someone about their profession or the type of work they engage in.

The problem at the Stuttering Corporation was absenteeism. This means that employees were frequently not showing up for work, which can have a negative impact on productivity and overall performance.

The sentence "I might not make it to the wedding" expresses possibility because the word "might" indicates uncertainty or a chance of something happening or not happening. It suggests that there is a possibility that the person may not be able to attend the wedding.

In this sentence, the phrase "just _______ it out with your pen" suggests that the word should indicate the action of erasing or removing the mistake. Among the options provided, "CROSS" is the best fit as it implies crossing out the mistake with a pen. The other words do not accurately convey the intended action in the sentence.

This sign, "MIND THE GAP BETWEEN THE DOOR AND THE PLATFORM," is typically seen in subway stations. It is a safety reminder for passengers to be cautious while boarding or disembarking from the train, as there may be a gap between the train door and the platform. This sign helps prevent accidents or injuries that could occur if someone were to accidentally step into the gap. Therefore, the correct answer is "IN THE SUBWAY STATION."

In the given sentence, the phrase "increase their" suggests that the missing word should be a noun that can be increased. Among the options provided, "intake" is the most suitable word as it refers to the amount of something that is taken in, such as food or vitamins. Therefore, "intake" is the best word to complete the sentence.

The passage states that the management decided to implement an incentive program in which workers who were on time during the month of August would be eligible for a cash award. It further mentions that within five days of the announcement, absenteeism declined to the lowest level it had ever been. Therefore, the correct answer is "ABSENTEEISM DECREASED AFTER AN INCENTIVE PROGRAM."

Based on the given information, it can be inferred that Mr. Sven holds the position of Technical Operations Director. This is supported by the fact that the question asks about Mr. Sven's role, and out of the given options, Technical Operations Director is the most appropriate title for a person responsible for overseeing technical operations within an organization.

The correct answer is "A LOT OF". This is because the sentence suggests that the newspaper report contained a large amount of important information. "A LOT OF" is a phrase used to indicate a large quantity or number of something, making it the most suitable choice in this context.

When visitors get to the company, they are required to sign in.

The correct answer is "WAS ABOUT TO". This is because the sentence is in the past tense and indicates an action that was about to happen but did not actually happen. The word "was" indicates the past tense, and "about to" suggests that the action of throwing something away was imminent but was interrupted by seeing something shining.

The correct answer is "MUST HAVE IMPROVED" because it is the correct form of the modal verb "must" followed by the verb "have" and the past participle "improved." This construction indicates a past obligation or necessity to improve Pierre's English in order to be considered for the job.

The word "matter" best fits the blank in the sentence because it indicates that whether she is a good actress or not is a subjective opinion. The word "matter" implies that it is a topic or issue that can be debated or have different viewpoints.

The phrase "I seem to have run out of everything" means that the speaker has used up or depleted all of their supplies or resources. They no longer have any of the items they need and must go to the supermarket to restock.

The personnel department suggested assigning the personnel a cash award as an incentive task.

The word "over" is the best fit for the space in the sentence because it indicates that the person is still experiencing the shock of losing his job. The word "over" suggests that the shock is lingering and has not yet subsided, emphasizing the ongoing nature of the feeling.

The correct answer is "WILL BE" because it indicates a future possibility or certainty. The sentence suggests that there is time for everything if we hurry, implying that in the future, there will be enough time for various tasks if we act quickly.

The word "within" is the best fit for the space in the sentence because it indicates that the product must be eaten within a specific time frame, which is two days of purchase. It implies that the product should not be consumed after two days have passed since the purchase.

The memo provides information about the confidentiality of customers' contracts.

A layperson's introduction refers to a nonprofessional initiation. It means that it is an introduction or initiation that is not done by a professional or an expert in a particular field. It implies that the introduction is done by someone who is not formally trained or knowledgeable in the subject matter.

The word "except" is the best fit for the space in the sentence because it indicates that all the group arrived on time except for Michael. This word suggests that there was a specific person who did not arrive on time, while the other options do not convey this meaning.

The remark "Bill goes away on holiday very often. He can't be short of money" implies that something is not possible because it suggests that Bill has enough money to afford frequent holidays, therefore it is unlikely that he is short of money. This remark contradicts the idea that Bill could be short of money.

Alice wasn't looking forward to working in an accountant's office.

The correct answer is "DID YOU READ A REMINDER?" because the memorandum is reminding employees about the policy regarding visitors in the office. It states that visitors are not allowed within the office area unless accompanied by a staff member and that employees should escort their visitors to their office. This indicates that the purpose of the memorandum is to remind employees of this policy.

The word "suit" is the best fit for the space in the sentence because it implies compatibility or appropriateness. The sentence is asking if it would be appropriate or acceptable for the speaker to come on Sunday.

The session is designed for people who are unfamiliar with the topic discussed in the reading. This implies that the session is meant to provide information and instruction to individuals who have little or no knowledge about the subject.

The word "none" means not one or not any. In this context, it is used to indicate that neither of the two football teams scored a goal, resulting in a draw.

The correct answer is "HAVE BEEN TOLD". This is because the sentence is in the present perfect tense, indicating an action that started in the past and continues to the present. "Have been told" is the correct form of the verb phrase to convey this meaning.

The correct answer is "UP HIMSELF". This phrase means that the escaped convict surrendered or turned himself in to the police.

The correct answer is "GOT USED TO LIVING." This phrase is used to express the idea that someone became accustomed to or familiar with living in a big city after moving to the capital city.

Shirley enjoys science lessons, but all her experiments seem to turn wrong. This means that Shirley's experiments consistently go in the wrong direction or produce undesirable results. The word "turn" fits the sentence because it implies a change in direction or outcome, which accurately describes Shirley's experiments.

The statement "I think everybody should learn a foreign language" implies advice because it suggests that the speaker believes it would be beneficial for everyone to learn a foreign language. By using the word "should," the speaker is expressing their opinion and recommending a course of action to others.

The most suitable word to complete the sentence is "PUT OFF". This means that the person will postpone or reschedule their appointment because they have to stay where they are currently.

The given text can be classified as an advertisement. It is promoting a presentation by Mr. Sven Anderson, the Technical Operations Director of CD-ROM Division at Cirrius Information Systems. The text invites people to attend the presentation to learn about CD-ROM and encourages them to make a reservation by calling a specific phone number. This indicates that the purpose of the text is to advertise the event and attract attendees.

The word "upcoming" refers to something that is expected or likely to happen in the future. In the given context, it suggests that whatever is being referred to in the reading is promising or has potential for success in the future.

On Tuesday, a lecture is taking place according to the above reading.

The workers were in time because they had become accustomed to a certain routine or schedule.

The statement "It's later than I thought, I must go now" implies strong obligation because the speaker is expressing a sense of urgency and necessity to leave immediately due to the lateness of the time. This suggests that there is a pressing need or requirement for the speaker to depart, indicating a strong obligation to do so.

The correct answer is "The management." From the previous reading, it can be inferred that the management undertook an incentive program.

On the first day of school, every teacher was distributing a classroom. This suggests that the teachers were assigning or allocating classrooms to themselves or to other teachers.

The correct answer is "ON" because when we say "My friend went on the homework with me," it implies that the friend helped or assisted in completing the homework together. The preposition "on" is commonly used in this context to indicate collaboration or joint effort.

The workers were on time because they wanted to be worth the trouble. This suggests that they wanted to show their value and worth to their employers, possibly in order to secure their job or to demonstrate their dedication and commitment to their work.

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