TOEIC Part 7 Reading Comprehension Practice
Instructions: Read the following passage and answer the questions that follow. Choose the best answer for each question.
Memorandum
To: All Department Heads
From: Eleanor Vance, CEO
Date: April 9, 2025
Subject: Upcoming Office Relocation and Facility Upgrade
This memo is to inform you of an important upcoming change. As many of you are aware, our company has experienced significant growth, and our currently occupied office space is no longer adequate. Therefore, we have made the decision to relocate our headquarters to the newly acquired Sterling Tower. This move is scheduled to take place over the weekend of May 10th-11th.
The Sterling Tower offers a state-of-the-art working environment with numerous benefits for our employees. The new facility includes larger office spaces, improved meeting rooms, and a modern cafeteria. We believe this upgrade is essential for enhancing productivity and fostering a positive atmosphere.
The relocation process will be carefully coordinated to minimize disruption. Each department will receive a detailed moving schedule next week outlining specific timelines for packing and unpacking. Please ensure that all sensitive documents and electronic equipment are securely packed and clearly labeled. Cardboard boxes will be made available in the supply room starting next Monday.
Regarding IT infrastructure, our IT department will install all necessary network connections and ensure that all systems are fully operational by Monday, May 12th. If you anticipate any specific IT needs for your team, please report to Mr. Harrison in IT no later than April 18th.
We understand that such a significant change may raise questions. Therefore, we have scheduled an all-staff meeting for Friday, April 25th, at 2:00 PM in the main conference room to discuss the relocation in detail and address any concerns you may have. If you are unable to attend in person, a recording of the meeting will be made available electronically.
In preparation for the move, we are also taking this opportunity to upgrade some of our office equipment. This includes new ergonomic chairs and energy-efficient lighting fixtures. The old equipment will be marketed for sale or donation.
We are committed to making this transition as smooth as possible. Your cooperation and understanding during this time are greatly appreciated. We believe that this move to the new facility will be a vital step in the continued success of our business.
Finally, please note that our previous office location will be completely vacated by the end of the day on Friday, May 9th. Any deliveries or correspondence after this date should be directed to our new address at Sterling Tower, 123 Main Street.
Thank you for your attention to this important matter.
Eleanor Vance
CEO
Questions:
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What is the primary reason for the company's upcoming move?
(A) To introduce state-of-the-art technology.
(B) To launch a new product line.
(C) The currently occupied office space is no longer adequate.
(D) To hold a large exhibition. -
According to the memo, what is one of the benefits of the new facility?
(A) It is located across from the main train station.
(B) It includes larger office spaces and improved meeting rooms.
(C) It has a library for employees.
(D) It offers temporary housing for relocating staff. -
What are department heads instructed to do regarding sensitive documents?
(A) To ship them to the new facility themselves.
(B) To review them for confidential information.
(C) To ensure they are securely packed and clearly labeled.
(D) To attach a list of their contents to the outside of the boxes. -
Who should employees report to if they have specific IT needs for the relocation?
(A) Eleanor Vance, the CEO.
(B) The head of their respective department.
(C) Mr. Harrison in the IT department.
(D) A board member overseeing the move. -
What will happen at the all-staff meeting on April 25th?
(A) Employees will receive their new resume templates.
(B) The annual financial report will be presented.
(C) The relocation will be discussed, and concerns will be addressed.
(D) Employees will participate in team-building activities. -
What will happen to the old office equipment?
(A) It will be temporarily stored in the new facility.
(B) It will be given to employees as a farewell party gift.
(C) It will be marketed for sale or donation.
(D) It will be piled up for disposal. -
According to the memo, what should happen with deliveries after May 9th?
(A) They should be rescheduled for a later date.
(B) They should be sent to the previous office location.
(C) They should be directed to the new address at Sterling Tower.
(D) They will lapse and be returned to the sender. -
The CEO believes that the move to the new facility will be a vital step in what?
(A) Reducing the company's carbon footprint.
(B) The continued success of the company's business.
(C) Improving the visibility of the company's products.
(D) Increasing the company's inventory of electronic devices.
解答:
- (C) The currently occupied office space is no longer adequate.
- (B) It includes larger office spaces and improved meeting rooms.
- (C) To ensure they are securely packed and clearly labeled.
- (C) Mr. Harrison in the IT department.
- (C) The relocation will be discussed, and concerns will be addressed.
- (C) It will be marketed for sale or donation.
- (C) They should be directed to the new address at Sterling Tower.
- (B) The continued success of the company's business.