Questions 172-174 refer to the following article. Surveys have found that wages and benefits are not always the major determining factor for employees who are looking to move between jobs. David Bikowski is a case in point. Last year he was laid off from his production job at a factory where he had worked for close to eight years. After several months of searching for a new job, he found employment at another factory in a nearby town. Although he would earn $100 a week less in the new position than he did at his old one, he took the job. He has a family to support and couldn’t afford to stay out of work much longer. Just a few months after starting at his new position, he received an offer to return to his old job at his old salary. Bikowski decided to turn the offer down. Why Because, he says, he finds that his new workplace is much less stressful than the old one. "We’ve been able to get by on what I’ve been earning at Strathmore (his new employer), and I know I’ll be getting the usual raises as time goes on," he explains. "And it’s better for my family in ways that money can’t pay for. I’m more relaxed when I get home, I have better quality time with my kids. That’s worth more than money to me." Bikowski represents a growing sentiment among the country’s workforce. More and more workers are looking for less stressful lives, sociologists say. Work conditions are often given equal weight with wages and benefits when job decisions are made. According to the article, why did Mr. Bikowski stay at his new job
A. The salary is better.
B. The new job is less stressful.
C. He has become a supervisor.
D. He prefers working close to home.
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Questions 144-146 refer to the following e-mail. To: Reiko Ono From: Junko Lee Re: Transfer Hi Reiko, I heard the news this morning about your transfer. I was sad to learn that you will be moving to the Yokohama warehouse. It seems like half of the staff is leaving for one reason or another. I considered (144) , too, but my husband would never agree to it. If you need any help packing or making arrangements in Yokohama, let me know. I have many relatives in Yokohama if you and your husband need anywhere to stay for a short time (145) you are looking for a new home. Of course, those arrangements may already have been made by the company. I will miss our conversations in the staff room. You always tell the best stories about your family members, and I feel like I know them personally. I’m sure you will be busy this month, but I’d love to get together for lunch or dinner before you go if you can spare the (146) Tuesdays or Thursdays are the best days for me. If you can’t make lunch or dinner, I hope we can at least make one last date for coffee. Talk to you soon, Junko
A. food
B. place
C. guests
D. time
Where is this announcement being heard
A. In a restaurant.
B. In a schoolroom.
C. In a meeting room.
D. At a train station.
What time is it now
A. 6:10.
B. 6:15.
C. 6:45.
D. 7:00.
Questions 186-190 refer to the following e-mail and advertisement. To: Kafherine Smith From: Althea Jenkins Subject: Job opening Hi Kathy, I saw this ad today and thought you would be interested. You have exactly the work experience they are looking for, and the office is close to your apartment. That new car you were talking about buying wouldn’t be necessary. The position Is with a reputable company, too. My cousin Don Wade is the chair of the board. It’s too bad you can’t make it to my brother’s wedding. Don will be there, and I could have introduced you. If you decide to apply, let me know. I can at least send Don an e-mail and give a personal reference to him for you. He is usually in charge of conducting the interviews. On the other hand, I haven’t heard from you in a few weeks, so maybe you have already found some work. If you do apply, don’t forget to attach your résumé after you fill in the online application. Take care, Althea You are reviewing JOB BANK item #334885. To apply to this ad and attach an electronic résumé, click here. Job Opening Pharmacy Assistant Part-time Harrison’s Pharmaceutical Company and Store-Auckland Job Description: · Provide clerical support to four pharmacists who have rotating shifts · Measure, mix, and package prescription drugs* · Take care of computer inventory and restocking · Update customer files Note: This position does not involve patient counseling or taking telephone prescriptions. Qualifications and requirements: 2 years’ experience under a licensed pharmacist Pharmacy Assistance License A Certificate from an accredited Pharmacy Assistant Program Hours: Monday-Friday 9 A.M.-1 P.M. Salary: Negotiable Health Benefits: Not applicable *Some deliveries may be required. No car is necessary. How to apply for this job: Please send a cover letter and résumé to the above JOB BANK number. We will respond within 10 days if we are interested in setting up an interview. Please copy and paste your résumé into the blank file provided. Do not send e-mail attachments. What advice does Althea give that Kathy must ignore if she wants the job
A. Look at the JOB BANK ad.
B. Fill out the online application.
C. Attend Althea’s brother’s wedding.
D. Attach her résumé to her e-mail.