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Category Category……………………………………………………………………………………….1 Course Syllabus……………………………………………………………………………….2 Week One……………………………………………………………………………………...4 Week Two…………………………………………………………………………………….31 Week Three…………………………………………………………………………………...33 Week Four……………………………………………………………………………………48 1 Course Syllabus Course goals: 1. Familiar with the TOEIC reading 2. Learn some listening strategies about TOEIC Week Content 1 Period 1: Period 2: (1) Introduce the format of TOEIC Reading Practice (1) TOEIC Reading test and time length (2) Introduce the Reading strategies 2 Period 1: Period 2: (1) Reading Strategies Discuss TOEIC Reading Practice (1) ( vocabulary + sentence patterns) 3 Period 1: Period 2: Quiz Discussion Quiz (vocabulary + sentence patterns) 4 Period 1: Period 2: TOEIC Reading Practice (2) Discuss TOEIC Reading Practice (2) (vocabulary + sentence patterns) 5 Period 1: Period 2: Review Final Exam Resources: Lougheed, L. (2007). Barron's TOEIC: test of English for International Communication. N.Y :Hauppauge. Rogers,B. (2003). Complete guide to the TOEIC Test (2 nd ed). Singore : Thomson Learning Trew, G. (2007). Tactics for TOEIC: Listening and reading test. NY: Oxford University Press. 賴世雄(民 97)。New TOEIC 模擬測驗.全面突破(初版)。台北市:常春藤有聲出版有 2 限公司。 中村紳一郎, Susan Anderton, 神崎正哉, 小林美和(民 97)。New TOEIC Test 金色證書-- 模擬測驗 1。台北市:眾文圖書股份有限公司。 Dasoledu 語言學研究所(民 97)。New TOEIC 新多益閱讀大破解(Part 7)。 台北市: 松霖 彩色印刷事業有限公司。 Content Week Content Page One 1. The format of TOEIC test 3 2. Reading strategies 3 3. TOEIC Reading Practice (1) 11 Two 1. Reading strategies 29 2. Discuss TOEIC Reading Practice (1) Three Quiz 32 Four 1. TOEIC Reading Practice (2) 47 2. Discuss TOEIC Reading Practice (2) Five Final Exam 63 3 Week One The format of the TOEIC Reading Total time: 75 minutes for Reading Total Questions: 100 Part TOEIC New TOEIC 5 Incomplete Sentences: 40 questions Incomplete Sentences: 40 questions 6 Error Recognition:20 questions Text Completion:12 questions Reading Comprehension: Reading Comprehension: 7 (1) Single Passages: 28 questions 40 questions (2)Double Passages: 20 questions Reading Comprehension Part 5: Incomplete Sentences Tips: (1) First, decide what part of speech is needed Recognizing the part of speech (noun,verb, adjective, etc.) that is needed to fill the blank can help you to choose the correct answer. (2) Find the answer choices of the correct type Once you know what you are looking for, skim the answer choices to find it. This can help you to eliminate wrong answers. (3) Manage your time wisely Answer the easy questions first, very quickly. After you have answered all the easy ones come back and spend a maximum of 20 seconds each on the rest. 4 (4) Try to predict the answers On the first pass, try to think of possible answers before you look at the answer choices. (5) Don't waste time on questions you don't know. Spending more than 30 seconds on a part 5 question probably won't help you find the answer. If you don't know the answer, guess and move on. Exercise (1) Recommended Time: 3 minutes (or less) Try using the 2-pass method to help you make the most of the time available. Try to spend no more than about 30 seconds on each item. If you don't know the answer, guess and move on. 1. Young adults who are_______ with their (D) advising use of credit may find themselves in trouble sooner than they expect. 4. The journalist refused______ the federal (A) careless investigator the names of his sources. (B) uncaring (A) tell (C) carelessly (B) told (D) uncared (C) telling (D) to tell 2. The attorney was warned against trying to ______ the young witness. 5. All the components for Hanson scooters (A) influential are _____ right here in this state. (B) influence (A) to manufacture (C) influentially (B) manufactures (D) influencing (C) manufacturing (D) manufactured 3.Inexperienced investors are _______ to enter this new market with caution. 6. The ____ is likely to have serious (A) advice repercussions in future negotiations. (B) advisory (A) incident (C) advised (B) incidence 5 (C) incidentally (D) incidental Part 6:Text Completion Tips (1) Choose the correct verb form Some questions provide four options that feature different tenses of the same verb. Look at the sentence (and the rest of the passage if necessary), then decide what tense is required, and then choose the correct option. (2) Sometimes the sentence may not give enough information to choose the correct answer In this case look at the rest of the text to find the correct option. These questions can test both grammatical and vocabulary knowledge. Exercise (2) Recommended Time: 4 minutes (or less) Try using the 2-pass method to help you make the most of the time available. Try to spend no more than about 30-45 seconds on each item. If you don't know the answer, guess and move on. 6 Questions 1-3 refer to the following letter. Mr.Robert Cheung Sea Dragon Shipping 372 Clementi Ave 2#03-149A SINGAPORE 120356 March 23 Dear Cheung, We have been ________ by one of our clients, Mikra Electronics, Jakarta, of a possible 1. (A) written (B) reported (C ) informed (D) said shipping problem. Specifically, the SS liberty Star, due to arrive in Jakarta on March 22, _________ to 2. (A)failed (B) fails (C) failing (D) fail arrive as scheduled. This vessel was carrying a consignment (B/L 8947) for our client; we would like to know why the vessel has been _________ and when it is expected to arrive. 3. (A) delayed (B) replaced (C) done (D) repaired A prompt reply would be appreciated in this matter. 7 Your sincerely, Emerson Filho Emerson Filho Questions 4-6 refer to the following memo. Mr. Niels Kristein Olaf and Bohr Furnishings Kristianiagade 19 2100 Copenhagen Denmark Dear Mr. Kristein, Your delivery of 150 hardwood table and chair sets (order # DH4589) _________ this morning, 4.(A) arrives (B) arrived (C) will arrive (D) arrive but unfortunately, when we opened them we discovered that there is one leg missing from _______ table. 5.(A) each (B) all (C ) some (D) any Obviously we will need this problem corrected as soon as possible. We would appreciate it if you could _________ the missing 150 legs to our warehouse by this Friday, August 16, at the least. 6.(A) to send (B) sending (C ) send (D) have been I look forward to hearing from you in the next day or so. 8 Your sincerely, Alfred Axely Alfred Axely Purchasing Director Part 7: Reading Comprehension Tips (1) Look at the questions first To save time, do not start reading the passage until you know exactly what you need to find. (2) Answer questions in the most efficient order Some question types are easier to answer than others. Answering the easiest questions first will give you information that will help you answer the difficult ones more quickly. (3) Pick out 'key words' (nouns and verbs) in the question This will help you to quickly understand what you need to look for the passage. 9 Exercise (3) Recommended Time: 6 minutes (or less) Try to spend no more than about 60 seconds on each item. If you don't know the answer, guess and move on. If you have time at the end review any answers you weren't sure about. Questions 1-3 refer to the following advertisement. 10 1. Who would NOT be a potential customer (B) Double the number of invitations for this company ? (C) A discount on envelops (A) A couple planning a wedding (D) Two free sets of business cards (B) A major corporation (C) A local real estate agent 3. What will happen from July 1 ? (D) A restaurant in need of new menus (A) The time the shop opens will change. (B) Fax orders will not be allowed. 2. What could customers who spend $ 150 (C) Discount vouchers will become. get ? (D) No bonus will be given for large (A) A 10% discount letterhead orders. Questions 4-6 refer to the following notice. 11 4. Who would be most interested in this notice? (A) People who need Sewer certification (B) People who don't wish to pay additional processing charges (C) People who want to pay by computer (D) People who wish to receive a Water/Sewer account number 5. How can customers find their account number? (A) By calling 555-0874 for information (B) By clicking a button on the Web site (C) By checking the corner of their bill (D) By looking on their Sewer certificate 6. What must people with overdue Sewer bills do? (A) Call the Division of Water (B) Pay an additional processing fee (C) Address their inquiries to the Information Section (D) Follow the instructions given 12 TOEIC Reading Practice (1) Part 5 Directions: A word or phrase is missing in each of the sentences below. Four answer choices are given below each sentences. Select the best answer to complete the sentence. Then mark the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your answer sheet. 1.To make sure that the deal could be closed 4. Surprisingly, the Wii, a video game successfully, the manager ruled that console which many young people use for everyone in the advertising section exercise and fun, has attracted a ______ _______ till ten every night last week. number of older gamers as well. (A) work (A) useful (B) worked (B) punctual (C) was working (C) significant (D) work (D) general 2. No sooner ______ in New York than Ms. 5. Mr. Armstrong is expected to take ______ Funk immediately arranged a meeting with of the newly built factory that specializes her counterpart on the possible merger of in manufacturing all kinds of antique the two companies. furniture. (A) she arrived (A) chance (B) she had arrived (B) duty (C) does she arrived (C) blame (D) had she arrived (D) charge 3. Contrary to common belief, Africa is well 6. ____ behalf of our company, I would like endowed with_______ natural resources, to apologize for our performance on your from its natural biological resources to its service contract and hope you may give vast mineral riches. us a chance to try again. (A) abundant (A) By (B) accidental (B) For (C) habitual (C) On (D) occasional (D) With 13 7. I'm happy to announce that we are ____ (D) more than twice finished with the construction of a new factory, which we hope can be st in operation early next year. 11. Merry Airlines just announced that Flight (A) close 101______ for London has been (B) almost cancelled due to a severe hurricane that is (C) near developing in the Pacific. (D) around (A) flew (B) bound 8. The advertising company has chosen to (C) went _______ its business into China because (D) arrive of its strong economy and abundant human resources. 12. Although his wallet was at the restaurant (A) expel during the entire drive home, it was not (B) expand until he arrived at the house _____ he (C) exalt remembered leaving it there. (D) exclaim (A) did (B) that 9. It is necessary that this project ______ (C) when finished by the end of this month so that (D) where we can have ample time to deal with other important things. 13. Management has decided that special (A) is _____ will be given in the coming years (B) will be to the training of high quality employees (C) has so as to raise efficiency. (D) be (A) conference (B) attention 10. Many studies have proven that eating at (C) answer fast-food restaurants_____ per week is (D) attempt associated with more weight gain in otherwise healthy young adults. 14. Whether to award Paul a pay raise ____ (A) twice more depends on his further improving his sales (B) as twice performance. (C) twice more than (A) or not 14 (B) or so (C) or else (D) or again 15 Part 6 Directions: A word or phrase is missing in each of the sentences below. Four answer choices are given below each sentences. Select the best answer to complete the sentence. Then mark the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your answer sheet. Questions 15-17 refer to the following report. Vanguard Auto Parts is dedicated to providing racing products that _____ quality performance 15. (A) add (B) combine (C) decorate (D) offer With value pricing. We wish to establish a successful partnership with our customers, our employees, and our suppliers that respects the interests and goals of each party. Constantly ______ to supply what the consumer is asking for, we will continually review what 16. (A) strive (B) to strive (C) striving (D) strives is available in the marketplace, and what isn't. Improving on what is available and providing new products and services to the areas of need will help ensure our success in market driven by consumer demand. Success will ultimately be measured by our customers choosing us because of their _______ 17. (A) expectation (B) doubt (C) desire (D) confidence in our ability to meet or exceed their expectations of price, service, and selection. 16 Questions 18-20 refer to the following letter. Dear Gentlemen: We are happy to inform you that The Ace Software Store is now open. ________ 18. (A) Situating (B) Lain (C ) Placing (D) Located Near the train station with a spacious parking lot, our store is convenient for you to reach. At The Ace Software we offer a complete and diverse line of computer software packages for _________ personal and business application. We do not represent any individual computer 19 (A) both (B) either (C) all (D) as well hardware manufacture, but the products that we carry are compatible with many systems. We are therefore able to offer our customers a wide range of excellent software packages. Enclosed, for your reference, is a partial list of the items we currently have available. We _________ that you will come and visit us soon. 20 (A) request (B) would like (C) wish (D) hope 17 Part 7 Directions: In this part you will read a selection of texts, such as magazine and newspaper articles, letters, and advertisements. Each text 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 21-22 refer to the following e-mail message. 21. What did Ms. Stanton likely say in her e-mail to George Stein? 22. What should Ms.Stanton do if she doesn't (A) She needed more information about a want to take the job? contract. (A) E-mail George Stein (B) She did not want to take a job that (B) File a lawsuit she had been hired for. (C ) Pay for related fees (C) She wanted to know when she (D) Contact Human Resource needed to start work. (D) She was hoping to sign a new contract with the company. 18 Questions 23-25 refer to the following notice. 23. To whom is this advertisement directed? 25. When must bids for the project be (A) Construction companies received ? (B) Foreign educators (A) By July 1 (C ) Local students (B) By August 1 (D) Local administrators (C ) By September 1 (D) Within three years 24. Which of the following is NOT part of the campus plan? (A) A sport stadium (B) A library (C ) A museum. (D) Dormitories 19 Questions 26-28 refer to the following article. 26. In the article, the world "espouse" in (C ) About 75% of e-mail is infected with paragraph 1, line 8, is closet in meaning viruses. to (D) Just over half of the people in the (A) support world use the Internet. (B) require (C ) reject 28. What is the writer's opinion of the (D) understand current Internet situation? (A) The increase of domain names has 27. According to the article, which of the caused more spam. following statements is true ? (B) The potential of the Internet has (A) The highest number of Internet users gone down because of viruses. is the Chinese (C ) The industry should increase its (B) The use of language other than efforts to improve Internet safety. English on the Internet is growing (D) The writer's opinion is not given. 20 Questions 29-31 refer to the following memo. 29. Why does Jack want to meet with (B) practical Richard and Harold ? (C ) critical (A) To choose a different shipping (D) optional company (B) To add money to the shipping budget 31. When can the company start using a new (C ) To impose a surcharge shipping provider ? (D) To bargain with Allied Freight (A) When the February shipments are chosen 30. In the memo, the word "realistic" in (B) Sometime in June paragraph 3, line 1, is closet in meaning (C) When the freight goes out in March to (D) After sending a memo to the Board (A) flexible of Directors 21 Questions 32-35 refer to the following letter. 32. What is the purpose of the letter ? 33. What can be inferred about Mrs. (A) To ask Mrs. Saunders for payment Saunders' current state of health ? for treatment. (A) She has an early stage of breast (B) To warn Mrs. Saunders of the risks of cancer. breast cancer. (B) Her breast cancer has been brought (C ) To remind Mrs. Saunders to make a under control. medical appointment. (C ) She is in the high-risk group for (D) To ask Mrs. Saunders to refer her breast cancer. doctor to the hospital. (D) She and her mother now both have breast cancer 22 34. According to the letter, which of the following statements is true ? (A) A physical checkup can help doctors detect cancer. (B) Men do not suffer from breast cancer (C) Eight percent of women are in a high-risk population (D) Breast cancer begins in a woman's lymph glands. 35. What is true about Mrs. Saunders' health insurance ? (A) She still owes 80% of the bill. (B) It is currently paid up. (C ) She does not have health insurance. (D) Her health insurance is overdue. 23 Questions 36-40 refer to the following advertisement and letter. 24 36. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a requirement in the advertisement ? (A) Professionalism (B) People skills (C) Teaching background (D) Devotion to the job 37. Which of these letters of recommendation would NOT be accepted ? (A) Ms. Dorothy Nesbitt from Colors Rule, a clothing retailer (B) Dr.Marvin Deloitte from New York University (C) Ms. Katy Smith, press secretary for CBS News, Inc. (D) Mr. Abraham Stolzman, leather goods designer 25 38. Which of these means of communication is NOT available to contact Ms. Kowlowski ? (A) Fax (B) Cell phone (C) Home phone (D) Office phone 39. Who is Ms. Andrea Besch ? (A) The owner of UpTown Threads, Inc. (B) A previous employer (C) A saleswoman at The Design Shed (D) An assistant buyer in lower Manhattan 40. What reason does Ms. Kowlowski give for wanting to leave Divine Inspiration ? (A) She wants to start her own company. (B) She wants to work for her sister. (C) She wants to be a designer of youth clothing. (D) She no longer wants wo work under someone else. 26 Questions 41-45 refer to the following e-mail and memo 27 41. What is the main purpose of the e-mail ? (A) To congratulate a co-worker on retiring (B) To complain about decreased staff numbers (C) To ask for an increase in office hours (D) To announce the writer's intentions to quit 42. What has happened to the writer of the e-mail ? (A) She has recently changed her religion. (B) She has been discriminated against. (C) She has been unfairly fired.. (D) She has been caught speaking ill of others. 43. Which is an result of the writer's treatment ? (A) Less work getting done per day (B) Changes in her working schedule (C) Increase in pressure at home (D) A growing dislike of all co-workers 44. What can be inferred about Mr. Johansson ? (A) He is a victim of discrimination. (B) He holds a lower-level position in the company. (C) He is sincere about reducing discrimination. (D) He discriminates against his employees. 45. Which is NOT true about the lectures mentioned in the memo ? (A) They will take place during afternoon hours. (B) The State Board will host the lectures. (C) There will be four lectures in total. (D) The lectures will take place biweekly. 28 Questions 46-50 refer to the following article and memorandum. 29 46. What is the main idea of the study ? (A) Employees who choose their own schedules work better. (B) Employees do not want to have to pick their own hours. (C) It is much more productive for employers to do the scheduling. (D) If they pick their own hours, employees are much happier. 47. Why does Patty Brown contact Roger Goss ? (A) To ask if he has already read an article (B) To show him a book he might enjoy (C) To let him know she published an article (D) To ask his opinion about information in an article 48. About how much more productive are employees with flexible schedules ? (A) 80% more productive (B) Twice as productive (C) 42% more productive (D) 100 times as productive 49. Which benefit of a new scheduling system does Patty NOT mention? (A) It will make employees more productive. (B) It will increase the company's profits. (C) It will make tracking performance easier. (D) It will please the employees. 50. When will Roger probably reply to Patty's memo ? (A) In between strategy meetings (B) Just after the strategy meeting (C) At the strategy meeting (D) Before the strategy meeting 30 Week Two Strategies for Analyzing Vocabulary There is, as you know, no vocabulary section on the TOEIC. Still, you must know the meaning of words in order to be able to comprehend the reading passages and the grammar exercises. The best way to learn words is by using them. If you read a new word, try to use it in another way. Write it down; say it in a sentence. Listen for others to use it. Notice how the word is used when you read it. — Read as much as you can in English — Keep a notebook of the words you learn. — Learn words in context — not from word lists. Strategies for Analyzing Grammar — Recognize the parts of speech. — Recognize agreement of person, number, and tense. — Recognize the correct grammatical form. — Recognize correct usage. — Recognize correct word order. — Recognize potentially wrong answer. Strategies for Reading Comprehension The PSRA Strategies Predict. — Look at the introduction line. — Look at the question and answer options Scan the passage. — Look for Key Words from the question. — Look for Key Words from the answer options. — Look for Key Words from the answer options. — Answer questions.( in your head, NOT on answer sheet). Read the passage. — Read quickly, but carefully. Don't stop if you don't know a word. — Confirm your predictions. 31 Answer the questions on the answer sheet. — Answer the easy questions first. — Guess if you don't know. Strategies for how to answer "NOT" questions — Leave "NOT" questions to last Answering the other questions may help you to answer "NOT" questions or to know where in the passage to find the answer. — For "NOT" questions, use what you've leant doing the easier questions Doing the other questions should help you to answer these questions. If not, skim the passage to confirm the most likely answer choice. — Eliminate incorrect answer choices and choose what's left Ignore options with similar meanings in the passage (you need to find the one that is NOT true). The option you can't find is the correct answer. 32 Week Three — Quiz Part 5 Directions: A word or phrase is missing in each of the sentences below. Four answer choices are given below each sentences. Select the best answer to complete the sentence. Then mark the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your answer sheet. 1. In an effort help downtown retailers increase business, the Lakefield City 4. ______we received the machinery from Council _______ to covert pearl Street Winston Enterprises on time, construction into a pedestrian mall. on the new headquarters wouldn't have (A) recommends been delayed. (B) suggests (A) Did (C) proposes (B) Had (D) submits (C) Were (D) Should 2. Mr. Schneider has rearranged the employee schedule without Mrs. Evans' 5.______we received the machinery from consent, ______ is probably going to make Winston Enterprises on time, construction her quite angry. on the new headquarters wouldn't have (A) who been delayed. (B) that (A) Did (C) which (B) Had (D) when (C) Were (D) Should 3. Struggling Alantec Semiconductor's stock rose_______ 50% upon word of its 6. Mrs. Hurley was awarded with an acquisition by ChipLink, a maker of engraved plaque commemorating 20 years microchips for wireless communications. of ____ service to the firm. (A) approximate (A) designated (B) approximates (B) delegated (C) approximated (C) deserved (D) approximately (D)devoted 33 7. We would like everyone to refrain from 11. The price of coffee has risen______ an leaving or entering the meeting room____ average of 30 cents a pound since this the video is being shown. same period last year. (A) during (A) on (B) upon (B) from (C) while (C) by (D) whether (D) over 8. _______ multiple errors in the sales 12. The analyst's predictions concerning the analysis, Mr. Bronson ordered that each future of Internet marketing______ draft be checked twice by a supervisor. determined to quite accurate. (A) See (A) is (B) Seen (B) has been (C) Sew (C) was (D) Seeing (D) were 9. This is the conference center ______ the 13. At least ten people____ both food and seminar will take place — it's large drinks to tomorrow's company picnic, so enough to seat the 500 people who have there ought to be plenty for everyone. registered. (A) bring (A) which (B) are bringing (B) what (C) are brought (C) where (D)have brought (D) why 14. Middleton Industries was ordered to ____ 10. For the second day in a row, Mr. all of their financial records after it was Sidmor's travel plans were_____ due to revealed that the CEO had given himself the hurricane raging off the Florida billions of dollars in loans. coastline. (A) turn out (A) frustration (B) turn over (B) frustrating (C) turn around (C) frustrated (D) turn down (D) frustrate 34 15. Clients who get a friend to sign up for a 19. This personal communications device membership in the month of October will runs on one AAA battery and is less than receive 20% off____ dues for November. twice______ size of a standard business (A) our card. (B) his (A) much (C) your (B) as (D) their (C) the (D) a 16. Sources in the industry _______ that Americans will go to the movies nearly 2 20. Before operating this paper shredder, billion times next year, an increase of make sure to read the instructions and nearly 50% over this year's figures. warnings printed ______. (A) estimate (A) under (B) elevate (B) below (C) elaborate (C) across (D) esteem (D) forward 17. Giving workers positive feedback when they do a good job, and keeping negative feedback to a minimum, is an excellent way to keep them happy and ______ . (A) produced (B) production (C) produce (D) productive 18. Every employee must _____ in when they arrive by placing their time card in the slot at the top of the clock by the door. (A) give (B) punch (C) take (D) come 35 Part 6 Directions: A word or phrase is missing in each of the sentences below. Four answer choices are given below each sentences. Select the best answer to complete the sentence. Then mark the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your answer sheet. Questions 21-23 refer to the following article. Forth & Harmer Co. has accepted a buyout offer of $ 38.7 billion from the French corporation Cavafy-Senderos. The directors of both companies unanimously agreed to the deal, _______ a higher, rival bid of $ 40 billion By Jackson & Jackson, Inc. 21. (A) even (B) but (C) regardless (D) despite The ______ of Forth & Harmer by Cavafy-Sendoeros represents another 22. (A) replacement (B) exchange (C) purchase (D) sale success for the company, which is coming off its most profitable year ever. Investors seem to agree, as share prices of Cavafy-Senderos' stock rose sharply ________ 23. (A) to follow (B) followed (C) following (D) follows Harmer Co. 36 Questions 144-146 refer to the following letter. Federated Fiance 121 1st St. #C3 Allentown, NJ 18776 Dear Federated Fiance, Thank you for ____________ an offer to allow us to borrow up to 100,000 in a line of credit 24. (A) extend (B) extended (C ) extending (D) extension with Federated Fiance. We have seriously considered your offer and feel it is quite generous. _________, many companies get into trouble when they borrow too much money. 25. (A) However (B) Therefore (C) Furthermore (D) Afterwards We take special care to maintain our good credit rating, and we feel that we should not take on any more debt at this time. For this reason, we have decided to _________ 26. (A) accept (B) decline (C) cancel (D) grant your offer of a $100,000 credit line. We will be sure to keep Federated in mind for our future financing needs. Regards, Priscilla Haymakers Blixx Exterprises 37 Part 7 Directions: In this part you will read a selection of texts, such as magazine and newspaper articles, letters, and advertisements. Each text 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 27-28 refer to the following newspaper article. 27. How often are board elections held ? 28. What should interested candidates do (A) Every year first? (B) Every two years (A) Get in touch with the neighborhood (C ) Every eight years secretary (D) Every ten years (B) Go to St. Agatha Parish Hall (C ) Participate in a board meeting (D) Send an e-mail to the Board President. 38 Questions 29-30 refer to the following memorandum. 29. What subject does this memo address? (A) Profits the Davenport Company had made (B) Tad Moore's accounting skills (C ) A financial gift to another organization (D) Financial assistance for Davenport employees 30. What does Mr. Diaz hope to gain for the company? (A) An improved public image (B) Higher employee morale (C ) Better job candidates (D) Reduced taxes 39 Questions 31-33 refer to the following advertisement. 31. This establishment is ideal for 33. What has the hotel renovated ? (A) people who travel for business. (A) Hotel accommodations (B) people who like to have a second (B) Theaters house. (C) Meeting rooms (C ) people who wish to relax at the (D)Ballrooms beech. (D) people who seek an old-fashioned atmosphere. 32. Which of the following NOT provided ? (A) A facility for holding meetings (B) Rooms that overlook the city (C) Free meals for the hotel guests (D) Access to the city's business center 40 Questions 34-36 refer to the following letter 34. What is the purpose of this letter ? (A) To recruit a suitable employee (B) To request an interview (C) To apologize for a delay in response (D) To reject a new applicant 35. How did the job candidate find out about the laboratory assistant position? (A) Through a friend (B) From reading the newspaper (C) From listening to the radio (D) By going to a job opportunity exhibition 36. Where did the job candidate develop his laboratory skills ? (A) At previous laboratory jobs (B) At a professional laboratory (C) In science and lab classes (D) At the local annual fair 41 Questions 37-40 refer to the following news article. 42 37. What is being reported ? (A) A business merger (B) A company expansion (C) A bankruptcy (D) A change in marketing strategy 38. What does Steven Allendale indicate ? (A) Newburry will try similar projects in the future. (B) Car dealerships are losing money. (C) The Save-Mart project was a poor use of capital. (D) Newburry will sell its stock holdings in Save-Mart. 39. What was one effect of the plan's failure ? (A) Save-Mart raised its earnings projections. (B) Newburry's profits went down. (C) Newburry's new shares were offered at discount prices. (D) Save-Mart reduced he size of its parking lots. 40. Why was the plan unsuccessful ? (A) It did not attract enough people. (B) Save-Mart did not have sufficient space. (C) It cost more than initially expected. (D) The price of the cars was too high. 43 Questions 41-45 refer to the following two e-mails 44 41. What is indicated about the customer service section ? (A) It should be more involved in promotion. (B) The section members are overworked. (C) The turnover rate is low. (D) It needs to be downsized. 42. What can be inferred about Greg Chaffee ? (A) He was not present at yesterday's meeting. (B) He is a member of the sales section. (C) He has applied for a management position. (D) He is involved in the hiring of new staff. 43. What did David do that the meeting ? (A) Made a presentation about a new product (B) Suggested some changes to procedures (C) Requested additional customer service staff (D) Complained about the sales department 44. What is the purpose of the weekly meetings David will attend ? (A) To interview candidates for customer service positions (B) To improve the efficiency of daily work activities (C) To recruit sales staff (D) To propose modifications to current products 45. What will David do tomorrow ? (A) Help the company change office locations (B) Demonstrate his job to a new applicant (C) Learn about a computer program (D) Attend a management meeting 45 Questions 46-50 refer to the following letter and estimate. 46 46. Where did Chip send the computer ? (A) To the head office (B) To an overseas factory (C) To Electrobest Computer Supply (D) To Computer RX Incroporated 47. Why was the computer not repaired within the first six weeks of Chip's request ? (A) The computer had been sent to a larger facility. (B) The necessary part was not available at the repair facility. (C) The computer had exceeded its three-years warranty. (D)The repair facility was too busy. 48. Why was Chip told that he must pay for the repairs ? (A) The damage to the computer was his fault. (B) He had violated the service agreement. (C) The warranty had expired. (D) The computer had not been purchased at an authorized dealer. 49. What does Chip want Mediatronics to do (A) Redesign the CD drive (B) Repair the computer for free (C) Void a service warranty (D) Purchases his computer 50. What do the repair costs in the estimate include ? (A) The cost of having the computer delivered (B) The cost of replacing the computer (C) The cost of renewing the warranty (D) The cost of sending repair personnel to New York 47 Week Four TOEIC Reading Practice (2) Part 5 Directions: A word or phrase is missing in each of the sentences below. Four answer choices are given below each sentences. Select the best answer to complete the sentence. Then mark the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your answer sheet. 1. The proposed project would also call for 4. Upon registration, the hotel staff will increased spending on new provide you ____ a list of amenities that machinery,____ requiring an expansion of are available for all of our guests to enjoy. the workforce. (A) with (A) in addition (B) at (B) as well (C) of (C) besides (D) for (D) furthermore 5. While Deborah's boss is still upset over an 2. Lowenstein Bros. Is teaming with Webber argument they had yesterday, Deborah Capital Partners to take control of one of herself is behaving ______ nothing is the nation's most ____ newspapers. wrong. (A) respected (A) only if (B) respectful (B) due to (C) respecting (C) even so (D) respective (D) as though 3. Clients who get a friend to sign up for a 6. Laws governing the storage of membership in the month of October will flammable material state tat a "No receive 20% off____ dues for November. Smoking" sign must be displayed in a (A) our ____ location within five meters of the (B) his storage site. (C) your (A) confident (D) their (B) conservative (C) conspicuous (D) conscious 48 7. Tracy has chosen to devote______ life to 11. The photocopy machine is _____ out of running the charity that she founded after order, but the technician expects the her mother died of cancer. repairs to be completed by late this (A) her afternoon. (B) herself (A) shortly (C) hers (B) previously (D) she (C) temporarily (D) eventually 8. Because the Bantam Brothers Circus was ______ popular with area residents last 12. Since the dates and times for our year, this year it will remain in Denver 10 management workshops are ______ to days longer than usual. change, please check our website for (A) this monthly updates. (B) such (A) submit (C) so (B) substitute (D) that (C) subject (D) subtract 9. ____ June 30, all employees must present their identification cards to the security 13. To celebrate this promotion, Stan guards when entering the building. Quentin bought himself a brand-new red (A) Effecting Ferrero V-12 convertible,_____ with (B) Effective chrome detailing and custom paint job. (C) Effected (A) complete (D) Effect (B) entire (C) thorough 10. Dana_____ a notice on the company (D) whole bulletin board after the president told her that the office Christmas party would be 14. ______ automatic machinery in your held on December 18th. section should be routinely inspected by (A) has posted the floor supervisor. (B) is posting (A) There is (C) was posting (B) An (D) posted (C) If (D) Any 49 15. Whenever a new job ______ appears, we 19. ______ wishing to apply for the opening will first try to fill it from within the IT Department should speak to Ms. company ranks. Pender to obtain the necessary forms. (A) open (A) Those (B) opening (B) Who (C) opens (C) These (D) opener (D) They 16. The new director realizes the importance 20. The public transportation system in the of teamwork ____ , working to develop nation's capital is far more _____ than cooperative relationships among the that of neighboring cities. staff. (A) financial (A) consequently (B) efficient (B) accordingly (C) residential (C) equally (D) sufficient (D) wholly 17. This notice has been sent to inform you that the credit limit on your Via Card will be increase to 5,000 euros as ____ August 1st . (A) for (B) to (C) of (D) on 18. Newspaper policy states that editors must fact-check all articles thoroughly before ____ them for publication. (A) submitted (B) submission (C) submitting (D) submit 50 Part 6 Directions: A word or phrase is missing in each of the sentences below. Four answer choices are given below each sentences. Select the best answer to complete the sentence. Then mark the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your answer sheet. Questions 21-23 refer to the following notice. Management has recently received several _________ from the staff. All of them state that 21. (A) complaints (B) demands (C) resignations (D) proposals there has been a generl lack of cleanliness in the staff kitchen. _________ has led to 22. (A) She (B) There (C) This (D) He cockroaches being spotted in the kitchen area, which in unacceptable. Company policy states that the kitchen area is to be kept clean at all times Food and dishes must be put away after each __________ and there should be no unclaimed items left in the refrigerator for too long. 23. (A) using (B) use (C) used (D) to use Effective immediately, company policy requires that ll employees who use the kitchen write their names on the sign-in sheet that is now posted next to the door. 51 Questions24-26 refer to the following e-mail. Hello Janet, I just wanted to let you all know that Frederick and I have returned in _______ from our travels. 24. (A) safetly (B) safe (C ) safely (D) safer The final leg of our trip was from Amsterdam back to Los Angeles, and included a stopover in Houston, Texas. In Houston the airline announced that our plane was under repair due to an engine problem. Our layover was extended _______ several hours. We finally arrived at our doorstep a full 24 25. (A) with (B) at (C) by (D) in hours after boarding the plane in Amsterdam. __________, we're exhausted and thankful to 26. (A) For instance (B) Needless to say (C) Otherwise (D) Against all odds. have a couple of days to recuperate before either of us has to return to work. Beth 52 Part 7 Directions: In this part you will read a selection of texts, such as magazine and newspaper articles, letters, and advertisements. Each text 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 27-28 refer to the following information. 27. What is the city government doing ? (A) Sponsoring an energy fair in the city (B) Providing lectures on nature conservation (C) Conserving energy at municipal offices (D) Inviting an expert to give presentations 28. What will Mr. Vargas' lectures be about? (A) How to purify tap water (B) How to cut down on grocery expenses (C ) How to use less energy (D) How to negotiate for bill reductions 53 Questions 29-31 refer to the following e-mail 29. What is the main topic of the e-mail? (C ) The repair will take three months. (A) A shipment of goods (D) This is not the first time the problem (B) A faulty product has occurred. (C ) The price of a music player (D) A request for a refund 31. What should Mr. Kramder do if he wants the item returned immediately? 30. What does Ms. Miller tell Mr. Kramder? (A) Pay an extra service charge (A) The warranty for the product is still (B) Contact Jubilee Electronic by e-mail in effect. (C ) Telephone the help department (B) The attempt to fix the player was a (D) Send in the warranty form failure. 54 Questions 32-33refer to the following advertisement. 32. What is NOT mentioned about Marie 33. Which of the following allows you to use Carpenter's ? the coupon ? (A) It is conveniently located. (A) Buying a slice of apple pie (B) It has been in operation since 1993. (B) Ordering a main dish (C) It offers dishes at good prices. (C) Using it with another coupon (D) It offers a discount for large groups. (D) Using it at other branches 55 Questions 34 - 36 refer to the following memorandum. 56 34. What is schedule for May 6 ? (A) Election of CMA board members (B) Testing of computer security at Yale Industries (C) A talk by a representative of Digi-Tech Hardware (D) A workshop on computer security 35. Why is it important to e-mail Daniel Boone by April 20 ? (A) To get an early registration discount (B) To investigate eligibility for a discount (C) To reserve seats for a speech (D) To make a list of computer manufacturers. 36. What information is NOT included in the memo ? (A) The dates of the conference (B) The transportation cost to get to the conference (C) The names of the speakers at the conference (D) The location of the conference 57 Questions 37- 40 refer to the following information. 58 37. What can a participant do at the seminar ? (A) Get financial assistance for college (B) Apply for government internships (C) Learn of positions with international corporations (D) Study foreign languages 38. The word "affairs " in paragraph 1, line 3 is closet in meaning to (A) incidents. (B) matters. (C) objectives. (D) secrets. 39. What will happen to late applications ? (A) They will not be accepted. (B) They will be kept until next year. (C) They will be considered. (D) The will be returned. 40. What can be understood from reading the information ? (A) Space in the seminar is not guaranteed. (B) The deadline for applications has already passed. (C) Only 50 people will be allowed to participate. (D) There is a fee charged for cancellations. 59 Questions 41-45 refer to the following advertisement and letter. 60 41. How did Ms. Lyons learn about the job ? (A) By reading a newspaper (B) By seeing an advertisement on television (C) By looking at a website (D) By receiving an e-mail 42. Which of the following is a requirement for the job (A) A business degree (B) Ownership of a vehicle (C) Understanding of non-profit organizations (D) Knowledge of court processes 43. What qualification does Ms. Lyons probably NOT have ? (A) A relevant academic degree (B) A current driver's license (C) Sufficient managerial experience (D) Familiarity with animal welfare policy 44. What is true about Ms. Lyons ? (A) She is a police officer. (B) She is a recent graduate. (C) She is a university student. (D) She will conduct an interview. 45. What is a stated benefit offered with the position ? (A) Medical insurance (B) A high salary (C) A company car (D) A flexible schedule 61 Questions 46-50 refer to the following notice and memorandum. 62 46. What is indicated about Ephraim Katzenberger's new book (A) It is a bestseller. (B) It is non-fiction. (C) He will read from it at the lecture. (D) It is a sequel to Who Ate My Peas ? 47. What does Bradley Whyte suggest about Ephraim Katzenberger (A) His ideas are needed to understand current business practices. (B) His influence has been exaggerated. (C) His theories have not yet gained mainstream acceptance. (D) His methods have been copied by many people. 48. What is Ephraim Katzenberger's current occupation ? (A) Author (B) Professor (C) Salesperson (D) Manager 49. Where would AG Consulting employees likely see the notice ? (A) In the John Tompkins University bookstore (B) In an e-mail attachment (C) In their office (D) In the Frank Pembleton Memorial Hall 50. 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Theodore H. Wegner
Assistant Director & Acting FPL Director's Representative
One Gifford Pinchot Drive
Madison, WI 53726-2398
Phone: 608-231-9434
Fax: 608-231-9567
Contact Theodore H. Wegner
Current Research
Cellulosic nanomaterials; pulp, paper and composites research
Research Interests
Cellulosic nanomaterials; wood-based composites; pulping and papermaking; paper and paperboard
Past Research
Fluid mechanics; polymer processing into textile fibers; melt spinning of polymers; pulping research; papermaking research; cellulosic nanomaterials
- University of Illinois - Urbana, Doctor of Philosophy - Chemical Engineering Chemical engineering - Fluid mechanics, 1972
- University of Illinois - Urbana, Master of Science - Chemical Engineering Chemcial Engineering, 1969
- University of Wisconsin - Madiosn, Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering Chemcial Engineering, 1967
Professional Experience
- Assistant Director, USDA Forest Service, Forest Products Laboratory, Madiosn, Wisconsin
1977 - Current
- Research Engineer, E. I. DuPont, Seaford, Delaware
1972 - 1977
Textile fibers research and development
- Research Assistant, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, Illinois
1967 - 1972
Professional Organizations
- American Association for the Advancement of Science, Member (2010 - Current)
- Aldo Leopold Foundation, Member (2008 - Current)
- Materials Research Society, Member (2007 - Current)
- The Nature Conservancy, Member (2005 - Current)
- Forest Products Society (FPS), Member (1998 - Current)
- Forest Products Society (FPS), Member (1998 - Current)
- National Forest Foundation, Member (1998 - Current)
- Technical Association of the Pulp and Paper Industry (TAPPI), Member (1983 - Current)
TAPPI Nanotechnology Division; TAPPI Fellow
- American Chemical Society (ACS), Member (1972 - Current)
- American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AICHE), Member (1972 - Current)
- Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Society, Member (1972 - Current)
Featured Publications & Products
- Wegner, Theodore. 2010. Wood products research in the USA.
- Wegner, Theodore; Skog, Kenneth E.; Ince, Peter J.; Michler, Charles J. 2010. Uses and desirable properties of wood in the 21st century.
- Wegner, Theodore. 2010. Opportunities for joint FPL and VTT research..
- Wegner, Theodore; Jones, E. Philip. 2009. A fundamental review of the relationships between nanotechnology and lignocellulosic biomass.
- Winandy, Jerrold E.; Rudie, Alan W.; Williams, R. Sam; Wegner, Theodore H. 2008. Integrated biomass technologies: future vision for optimally using wood and biomass.
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- Hansen, Fred; Brun, Victoria; Keller, Emily; Nieh, World; Wegner, Theodore; Meador, Michael; Friedersdorf, Lisa. 2014. Cellulose Nanomaterials — A Path Towards Commercialization Workshop Report.
- Rains, Michael T.; Rudie, Alan W.; Wegner, Theodore H. 2014. Consultant Feature: The Promise of Wood-Based Nanotechnology.
- Shatkin, Jo Anne; Wegner, Theodore H.; Bilek, E.M. (Ted); Cowie, John. 2014. Market projections of cellulose nanomaterial-enabled products- Part 1: Applications.
- Cowie, John; Bilek, E.M. (Ted); Wegner, Theodore H.; Shatkin, Jo Anne. 2014. Market projections of cellulose nanomaterial-enabled products-- Part 2: Volume estimates.
- Cai, Zhiyong; Rudie, Alan W.; Wegner, Theodore H. 2013. Chapter 11: Integrated Technology for Biobased Composites.
- Wegner, T.H.; Houtman, C.J.; Rudie, A.W.; Illman, B.L.; Ince, P.J.; Bilek, E.M.; Jeffries, T.W. 2013. Chapter 6: Prehydrolysis Pulping with Fermentation Coproducts.
- Postek, Michael T.; Vladar, Andras; Dagata, John; Farkas, Natalia; Ming, Bin; Wagner, Ryan; Raman, Arvind; Moon, Robert J.; Sabo, Ronald; Wegner, Theodore H.; Beecher, James. 2011. Development of the metrology and imaging of cellulose nanocrystals.
- Wegner, Theodore. 2011. Forests and biofuels: an opportunity for public-private partnering.
- Postek, Michael T.; Vladar, Andras; Dagata, John; Farkas, Natalia; Ming, Bin; Sabo, Ronald; Wegner, Theodore H.; Beecher, James. 2008. Cellulose nanocrystals the next big nano-thing?.
- Wegner, Theodore H.; Jones, Philip E. 2006. Advancing cellulose-based nanotechnology.
- Moon, Robert J.; Frihart, Charles R.; Wegner, Theodore. 2006. Nanotechnology applications in the forest products industry.
- Wegner, Theodore; Jones, Phil. 2005. Nanotechnology for forest products. Part 1.
- Wegner, Theodore; Jones, Phil. 2005. Nanotechnology for forest products. Part 2.
- Wegner, Theodore; Jones, Philip. 2005. Nanotechnology for the forest products industry.
- Wegner, Theodore H.; Winandy, Jerrold E.; Ritter, Michael A. 2005. Nanotechnology opportunities in residential and non-residential construction.
- Leatham, Gary F.; Myers, Gary C.; Wegner, Theodore H. 1990. Biomechanical pulping of aspen chips: energy savings resulting from different fungal treatments.
- Leatham, Gary F.; Myers, Gary C.; Wegner, Theodore H.; Blanchette, Robert A. 1990. Energy savings in Biomechanical Pulping.
- Wegner, Theodore H. 1989. Effect of Kraft Black Liquor and NSSC Spent Liquor Components on Polymeric Additive Performance.
- Wegner, T.H. 1987. Effect of pulping liquor on drainage aid performance with recycled fiber.
- Wegner, Theodore H. 1987. The effects of polymeric additive on papermaking.
- Springer, Allan M.; Dullforce, Jon P.; Wegner, T. H. 1985. The effects of closed white water system contaminants on strength properties of paper produced from secondary fiber.
- Harris, John F.; Baker, Andrew J.; Conner, Anthony H.; Jeffries, Thomas W.; Minor, James L.; Pettersen, Roger C.; Scott, Ralph W.; Springer, Edward L; Wegner, Theodore H.; Zerbe, John I. 1985. Two-stage, dilute sulfuric acid hydrolysis of wood : an investigation of fundamentals.
- Young, T.L.; Caulfield, D.F.; Wegner, T.H. 1984. The effects of multiple pressing on web-dewatering behavior.
- Springer, A. M.; Chandrasekaran, S.; Wegner, T. H. 1984. The influence of starch on drainage and retention in paperboard mill systems.
- Scott, Ralph W.; Wegner, Theodore H.; Harris, John F. 1983. Dilute Sulfuric Acid Prehydrolysis of Southern Red Oak Chips by Direct Steam Heating.
- Young, T.L.; Caulfield, D.F.; Wegner, T.H. 1983. Role of web properties in water removal by wet pressing: influence of basis weight and forming method.
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To use an old cliché, one might say that the St. Catharine College Patriots are the best 1-10 team in the state. At this early juncture of the season, J.T. Burton's team is probably the only team with 11 games played as the Patriots became road warriors last week with five games in seven days.
And in that stretch of games that spanned a distance from central Ohio to western Kentucky, the Patriots showed both potential as well as the expected fatigue. They played well against some tough competition and not as well against some lesser opponents.
The highlight of the week in which the Patriots went 1-4 was actually one of the games on the L side as they dropped a tough 76-66 exhibition game at D-I Murray State. The Patriots led the Racers, the same team that battered Western Kentucky by 28 points, by as many as four points in the second half but a procession to the free throw line late in the game allowed the Racers to escape with the 10 point victory.
"That shows what we can do," said Burton. "We have a D-I team down on their court late in the game. They made 25 of 26 free throws which was the difference in the game."
St. Catharine guard Victor Garcia made a difference also as the 6-3 junior from the Dominican Republic scored a game-high 27 points while grabbing eight rebounds – which tied Murray's Tony Easley for game high honors on the boards. Brandon Johnson added 15 points for the Patriots and Arthur Latham had 14.
The Racers (4-1), who had just one field goal in the final 7:26 of the game, were led by Jeffrey McClain who had 20 points including a school record 14-14 at the foul line.
The busy week started for the Patriots on Monday when they journeyed to Lima, Ohio, where they dropped a 79-69 decision to Northwestern Ohio. Latham and Brandon Johnson shared scoring honors with 20 points apiece. Garcia added 15. Turnovers plagued the Patriots as they committed 20 miscues while handing out only 10 assists.
On Tuesday they fell 86-77 in overtime to Wright State-Lake as Johnson paced the Patriots with 31 points while Latham had 12. The losing streak continued Friday in the first game of the Spalding University tournament in a 72-60 setback to Asbury College. Poor shooting doomed the Patriots in the loss as they hit just 32 percent from the field. Garcia and Latham each had 17 points while Johnson pitched in 11.
After Saturday's gritty performance at Murray, the Patriots returned to Louisville for the final game of the Spalding tournament. There they were able to notch their first win of the season as they edged the host Eagles 56-55. Four players scored in double figures led by Kevin Owens' 11 points. Johnson, Garcia and Latham each had 10.
Despite the win, Burton said his team "really laid an egg in this game." He added, "I'm sure all of the games we had during the week, and all of them on the road, was a factor. We played like we were really tired, but luckily we were able to hang on."
The Patriots get a well-deserved rest this week before playing Friday and Saturday at Georgetown College in the Jim Reid Classic. On Friday they will play Aquinas (Michigan) at 4 p.m. Edward Waters College and Georgetown College are the other two teams in the tournament. The consolation game will be at 4 p.m. Saturday with the championship game at 8 p.m.
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One of Rockler's Better Offerings - Very HappyPosted January 6, 2015
Here are ten things I learned that will hopefully make it easier for you:
1) Before you do anything, measure each window opening carefully on ALL FOUR SIDES since contractors often don't get them truly squared. Use a level to determine if the top or bottom sill (or both) is level. Then dimension your shutters to match.
2) In my opinion, I'd skip the Rockler Shutter Control Arm Fasteners (Item #: 47678) and just go online to eBay or wherever and get a pack of tiny eye hooks that come in brass, silver (color), or bronze, and order enough to put in both the control arm and the slats themselves. Todd Fratzel's YouTube video was right - the fasteners Rockler includes are more flimsy and very difficult to work with.
3) There are several good YouTube videos on Rockler's shutters, and watching them helps avoid a number of potential snags, especially for the novice woodworker.
4) While Rockler recommends dowel pins for joining the stiles and rails, I preferred using biscuits. You could use a pocket screw like Todd did as well. I suggest using whatever you're most comfortable with to get the frame aligned properly and joined.
5) While I sanded everything, I intentionally left the slats rough saw cut from the bandsaw. When I routed them to give them the airfoil look, the edges became smooth but the flat center still had the rough look to it. I.e. I intentionally didn't plane them first because I wanted them to look rough, but I did sponge sand them to take away the splinters and make dusting possible. It kinda comes out like rough cut flooring - no splinters/feels smooth, but is still textured. It worked well for me. I suggest considering options you may like instead of just plowing through with whatever instructions.
6) Of course test fit everything before gluing, especially how the control arm will fit into the upper rail recess (the only misfit I had on this project). I would also do the rabbets and stile slat hole drilling last. Draw a line where the rabbets would be and see how your slats would fit in. If it lines up you're good to go. If not, recheck everything.
7) I would also oversize all rough cuts to afford yourself some extra material removal if needed for any bowing, twisting or cupping, especially if your milling your own lumber for this.
8) The self centering drill bits provided with the kit, started spinning around in the drill bit guide rather than drilling the wood, and I wasn't horsing it either. I had to disassemble the self centering bit and file down one side of the top of the drill bit to give it a flat surface for the set screw to hold against. And be careful when you take out the set screw as the spring will make it fly apart, so hold it into a pre-drilled hole first, and THEN unscrew the set screw.
9) Use Rockler's Measuring Guide and Design Wizard, but double check all your measurements, especially if you have skewed window openings. If you have something like AutoCAD I'd double check with that (I did since I have access to it).
10) I chose to mount my shutters on hinge pins from the top and bottom (like the shutter doors on hallway laundry closets), rather than hinging them to the side walls. This will also affect your clearances on the top and bottom for the hinge pins (which Rockler also sells), as well as rotational clearance for the corners of the stiles to clear the window frame/opening sides.
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There were a couple of problems that I ran in to. Although the jigs are very high quality and durable, the Mouse Hole Jig I ordered did arrive with the acrylic plastic piece broken in half. The acrylic seems thick enough. The problem was most likely with the poor packaging, which I'm assuming led to the damage during shipping. I chose not to exchange the item and instead made a repair with superglue, which held just fine and the jig worked flawlessly.
The second issue left me a little disappointed. I chose to mill my own slats, but near the end of the project came up a little short. Instead of acquiring more wood I ordered the pre-milled slats, which I believe came in 48" length. Every single slat was significantly bowed. I considered returning them, but decided that once I cut the slats to my desired 19" length the bow was tolerable, but still noticeable.
Other challenges I encountered along the way were due mostly to my novice skills. Here are some tips that might help you out.
1. The project was more time consuming than I anticipated. I made eight shutters with a total of 152 slats. Most of the slats I milled myself (four router cuts per slat), and for each slat there were six holes to drill (912 holes!).
2. Drilling in Basswood is slow going. I discovered that I had to clean the bit after each cut to avoid tear-out and sloppy holes, again adding more time to the project.
3. Basswood also can be a very springy wood. That's probably not the right term, but what would happen is that I would mill the lumber so that it was flat and twist free, and then make a rip cut only to discover that the wood was now bowed. Essentially there was often tension in the wood that was released when cut. The only solution I know is to mill the pieces slightly oversize so that final flattening/straightening can be accomplished.
4. Finishing the project is a bear. I did the finishing after assembly, and while spraying on paint would probably be the quickest way to go, my wife wanted a stained wood look. I do have an HVLP system, but thought with all of the different angles and pieces it might be difficult to get an even coat. I finally went with a brush on/wipe off stain, following by brushed on Waterlox, sanding, and then wipe on Minwax poly with a satin sheen. Overall I'm happy with the outcome, but this was a very time consuming process.
5. After routing with the louver bit the slats are supposed to have a 1" flat section for 2.5" shutters. I was only able to achieve a 1.5" flat section. Is this a big deal? I don't think so, but I did spend some time adjusting the bit in my router table trying to achieve the cut according to the instructions.
6. Tools I used that I would consider a must are a table saw, router table, and planer. A jointer would have been nice to flatten one side of the wood prior to planning; I used a hand plane.
7. Although the shutters I made are square, I discovered my window casings are not exactly square. This obviously caused some issues when mounting.
Overall the products supplied by Rockler worked fabulously. I'm not a very experienced woodworker, but if you take your time you can do this project.
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Well if there is no cap on the damage it does to Baron...
Your ult damage would have splashed on it, dealing 80% of (450 + 109 + 35% of its missing HP).
That's 0.8 * (559 + 3987) = 3637.
Normally abilities that deal % HP damage have a cap on monsters but apparently this one doesn't. It could be an oversight because the ability isn't supposed to explode until it hits a champion.
Junior Member
That was a graphical error. It goes below 2k and then pops back up to 2k even and stays there.
Pro Anïvïa
lol no minion cap
10/10 working as intended
White Mage Kris
Her ult really needs a cap on monsters... 35%*(0.8) missing health? OP
Champion Designer
I capped the bonus execute damage on Jinx's R at 300 vs. non-champions. Sorry to ruin the fun.
Max potential damage is 360 Base + .8 Bonus AD + 300 execute = 660(+.8)
I'm guessing what happened is J4 Q'd it and Jax hit it with an empowered proc right before the missile hit.
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Men's Tungsten Carbide Black and Red Carbon Fiber Inlay Ring (8 mm)
This inlaid men's tungsten ring is spectacular and will look fabulous on the hand for everyday or special occasions. The black and red carbon is woven in a stunning design. The highly polished finish glistens and gleams with every movement.
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ITEM#: 12745353Black and red carbon fiber inlay creates a striking contrast to the polished finish of this ring. Crafted of tungsten carbide, the ring features beveled edges and comfort-fit styling.
- Metal: Tungsten carbide
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- Band dimensions: 8 mm wide
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Great item
Received many compliments on this ringRead More
I bought this as a wedding band for my husband over a year ago and it still looks like its brand new. I got it because of the red and black are his favorite mix colors. It has a little weight to it and we didn't have an issue with the size at all. Overall its a great ring, he gets compliments on it all the time and people ask me how much I paid for it but of course I didn't tell them ( no I wasn't being selfish, its because I didn't want to say it in front of husband.....keep the mystery alive :) .Read More
Nice Ring But Sizes Run Large
My husband loves this ring, but the sizes run large so had to send it back which is out of stock for the size he needs at this time so not sure how good of quality this ring is.Read More
Awesome ring.
I puchased the black/blue combo initially, but my BF commented on how much he liked the ring and wished it came in different colors. I decided to try this ring with the silver vs. another all black/with red. I think I much prefer this one with the silver band. It seems to feel smoother on and he said although he really likes the black, this ring felt more comfortable. The red really shines in this ring, especially in the sun. I think I want to get him the blue/silver combo now, even though he already has the black/combo. They are two different looks all together. Great ring for the price.Read More
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All I'm going to say here is you will not be disappointed. That design looks twice as good as the picture it's gleamy and smooth. I don't usually buy rings or especially these kinds either, and I am very surprised at the fit, quality, and appearance. Well worth the $Read More
Great Wedding Band!
I don't usually write reviews, but I had to write in on this ring. I am a newlywed and my husband chose this as his wedding band. At first I thought it didn't look traditional, but it grew on me. He is a mechanic in the military so it takes a beating and sometimes he does have to take it off because it is Tungsten. It is a little big so I may order another in a half size smaller, since the price is so affordable! The ring is masculine, sturdy, and unique and he gets many compliments. The colors in the carbon fiber are his favorite and we are both really pleased. It was the perfect purchase for us.Read More
Bought this for my husbands wedding band, and he loves it. He is getting so many compliments from everyone.Read More
Wedding Ring Replacement
I purchased this as a replacement wedding ring for my husband. Replacement as in, a ring he could wear to work. He was always afraid of losing his wedding ring so I bought this one as a replacement and he prefers this ring to his original and says he gets compliments constantly on his unique ring. Excellent quality and appearance and super fast shipping.Read More
Awesome Ring.
As soon as I opened the box I knew I had a great rings. My wife and I love it. We will buy the blue version for both of us when our size is available. If you like personality ans class in a ring, this is it. Can't be the price. Arrived in 4 days.Read More
Sharp looking ring
This is a really sharp looking ring and the red inlay really stands out. I get a lot of very positive comments on this ring.Read More
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Try a 10.5 or 10...I got a 10.5 and it was rommier than I thought.
No keep it here I bought this ring from here and I bought a size 11 and my ex loves this ring..
my ring is currently a size 8 and it is 8 mm wide. would i need to order a different size if i ordered a size 8 tungsten black and red carbon fiber inlay ring?
Thank you for contacting us, you will need to order a size 8 this is pretty true to size. Please let us know if you have any further question.
I ordered my regular size and it fit perfectly
I ordered my regular size and the ring was exactly that
I too would like to know the binder meterial. The answer "Tungsten Carbide" is not the binder. Please find the actual metals used.
The binder for all of their tungsten carbide rings are nickel and titanium. NO COBALT, They are absolutely Cobalt Free. Thanks!
How does the sizing work for men? Is it the same way as for women or is it different?
Mens ring sizes are different. Here is a printable you can use to measure his finger. http://www.overstock.com/downloads/pdf/2010_RingSizing.pdf
What is the binder Material of the ring?
It is tungsten carbide.
Can I get something engraved inside of it?
We cannot engrave this ring for you, but you may be able to have it done locally.
Would you have this with a black polished edge instead of the silver/chrome?
I briefly went through out inventory to see if I could find this exact ring with a black polished edge. I was not able to find a match, but we have so many Men's Tungsten Rings available. Please go to the following link and review over our inventory. http://www.overstock.com/search?keywords=Men%27s+Tungsten+Rings&SearchType=Header
if my boyfriend is a size 10 what size should be ordered?
Tungsten can feel a little tighter than other metals, so most people purchase their tungsten rings half a size bigger.
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Bonnaroo Heats Up With Phish, Beastie Boys
By Jeff Vrabel
Byrne closed out the Which stage with a two-hour performance ranging from recent material to a handful of Talking Heads classics, including a memorable trio from "Remain in Light": "Born Under Punches," "Crosseyed & Painless," and "Once in a Lifetime," the latter interpreted into movement by Byrne's energetic dancers.
Vermont-based roots-rock outfit Grace Potter and the Nocturnals brought its new six-piece incarnation to Bonnaroo; Potter's voice, especially on tracks like "Joey,' keeps getting better with age (not hard, as she's all of 25). Drive-By Trucker frontman Patterson Hood debuted his band the Screwtopians and performed a set from his sophomore solo disc, "Murdering Oscar (And Other Love Songs)," due later this month.
But others stuck to the past: While Phish was staging its Bonnaroo comeback, Public Enemy was revisiting its storied past in the This Tent, performing its 1988 classic "It Takes a Nation of Milllions To Hold Us Back" to a tent of thousands. The late late shows saw mashup wizard Girl Talk in That Tent and Paul Oakenfold in This Tent, sending regular bursts of bass across the festival grounds.
Early in the day, organizers reported a crowd of about 75,000 expected at the festival, which they said was "just shy" of a sellout. Saturday brings Jimmy Buffett, performing with Ilo Ferreira, Wilco, the Decemberists, Elvis Costello, Nine Inch Nails and a headlining slot by Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band.
Here is Phish's Friday night setlist:
"Chalkdust Torture"
"Stealing Time From The Faulty Plan"
"The Divided Sky"
"Down With Disease"
"Golgi Apparatus"
"Wolfman's Brother"
"Poor Heart"
"Kill Devil Falls>Free"
"Wading in the Velvet Sea"
"Harry Hood"
"Highway To Hell>2001"
"You Enjoy Myself>Wilson"
E: "A Day In The Life"
Make sure to check out Billboard.com's ongoing Bonnaroo coverage all weekend long.
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