2008年12月托业考试真题变型题及答案（词汇和语法部分）

101. The new policy on overtime compensation ------- addresses the complaints of the union. (A) effect (B) effective (C) effectively (D) effectiveness 102. It is difficult for management both to satisfy ------- to discipline such a large staff. (A) if (B) and (C) such (D) but 103. Mr. Smith ------- his weekly groceries every Friday, so tell him what you need. (A) order (B) orders (C) to order (D) ordered 104. President Jacobson is expected to be in town ------- the meeting of industry leaders. (A) for (B) under (C) across (D) down 105. The bookshelf is too big for Andrew and Jessie to carry by -------. (A) their (B) them (C) themselves (D) their own 106. You will need your order tracking number to confirm the ------- of your gift on the website. (A) deliver (B) delivery (C) deliverer (D) delivered 107. Janet Evans is expected to replace Mr. Bowers ------- CEO of Fabrics US following his retirement. (A) as (B) like (C) about (D) but 108. For the renovation of the main stairway, please enter through either the elevator ------- the back stairwell. (A) or (B) with (C) into (D) not 109. Most people shop for their home building supplies at Jay's Lumber Yard because they offer satisfaction guarantees on ------- orders. (A) any of (B) each (C) all (D) every 110. ------- the Chinese buffet restaurant is in the center of the financial district, it is always busy with businessmen at lunch. (A) Therefore (B) But (C) Despite (D) Since 111. Because the banquet budget was -------calculated, the planning committee had to choose a less expensive catering service. (A) inaccuracy (B) inaccurate (C) inaccurately (D) inaccuracies 112. After we have received authorization from the head office, we will send ------- the employment contract to sign. (A) she (B) her (C) hers (D) herself 113. Rental prices of our condos are ------- to property availability and can change at the owner's discretion. (A) subject (B) public (C) plain (D) general 114. Mrs. Dowry is ------- to receive the award of public relations officer of the year. (A) pleasure (B) pleased (C) pleasing (D) please 115. Recent surveys of college undergraduates indicate ------- most students plan to major in business, economics, or engineering. (A) which (B) that (C) what (D) those 116. In an unprecedented ------- of kindness, the local library donated hundreds of children's books to orphanages across the city. (A) act (B) progress (C) chance (D) number 117. A newly implemented management system is responsible for ------- sales at the retail store. (A) increase (B) increases (C) increased (D) increasingly 118. Check the batteries of your fire alarms ------- to keep up with safety regulations. (A) avoidably (B) regularly (C) lately (D) highly 119. Any requests for vacation time must have the ------- of the general manager. (A) approve (B) approved (C) approval (D) approvingly 120. For those who wish to join the summer internship, the ------- for turning in applications is April 16 at 10 A.M. (A) calendar (B) intention (C) admission (D) deadline 121. ------- Brigg Electric has its headquarters in Los Angeles, it has branches throughout the continental US. (A) Although (B) Until now (C) or else (D) Thus 122. Our professional reception staff ------- happy to assist you with any problems you may have while staying at our hotel. (A) is being (B) are being (C) would be (D) have been 123. Because of an urgent personal matter, Dr. Grey's talk will be ------- until next month's gathering. (A) belated (B) directed (C) presented (D) postponed 124. The community college has a total of twenty academic departments ------- its institution. (A) between (B) because (C) within (D) as for 125. Human resources offers orientation seminars to ------- hired staff. (A) approximately (B) recently (C) exactly (D) comparatively 126. The model of the bicycle you want is available for order ------- gray, silver, and gold. (A) in (B) at (C) to (D) of 127. The town's tourist information desks are ------- by their large, bright signs. (A) identify (B) identifies (C) identity (D) identifiable 128. The hospital has high ------- for the incoming surgeon, Dave Willis, who specializes in cardiac diseases. (A) expecting (B) expected (C) expectations (D) expectedly 129. It is vital that employees maintain physical health for their personal benefit ------- the company's success. (A) even though (B) in order to (C) whether (D) as well as 130. Political analyst Rober Shaw has been commended for the refreshing ------- in his essays on capitalism. (A) clear (B) clearly (C) clarity (D) clarifies 131. Celebrations for the store's tenth ------- will include major discounts on products, free samples of food stuff, and face painting for kids. (A) date (B) anniversary (C) origin (D) inception 132. The doctor ------- discovered the vaccine for the common cold is taking time off from his research for personal reasons. (A) he (B) who (C) some (D) also 125. Human resources offers orientation seminars to ------- hired staff. (A) approximately (B) recently (C) exactly (D) comparatively 126. The model of the bicycle you want is available for order ------- gray, silver, and gold. (A) in (B) at (C) to (D) of 127. The town's tourist information desks are ------- by their large, bright signs. (A) identify (B) identifies (C) identity (D) identifiable 128. The hospital has high ------- for the incoming surgeon, Dave Willis, who specializes in cardiac diseases. (A) expecting (B) expected (C) expectations (D) expectedly 129. It is vital that employees maintain physical health for their personal benefit ---- the company's success. (A) even though (B) in order to (C) whether (D) as well as 130. Political analyst Rober Shaw has been commended for the refreshing ------- in his essays on capitalism. (A) clear (B) clearly (C) clarity (D) clarifies 131. Celebrations for the store's tenth ------- will include major discounts on products, free samples of food stuff, and face painting for kids. (A) date (B) anniversary (C) origin (D) inception 132. The doctor ------- discovered the vaccine for the common cold is taking time off from his research for personal reasons. (A) he (B) who (C) some (D) also 133. Of all the candidates for head of accounting, Mr. Lee is by far the most ------- and experienced. (A) conditional (B) requisite (C) secured (D) qualified 134. Flower deliveries are made within 24 hours ------- orders are called in by 2 P.M. (A) when (B) even (C) over (D) while 135. The law firm's website has been ------- to increase usability for clients needing to track their cases. (A) progressed (B) relied (C) designed (D) notified 136. ------- Cheryl leaves for Japan, she should be briefed on basic business culture etiquette. (A) Prior (B) Near (C) Before (D) Past 137. During the winter owners must ensure that cars don't remain ----- for more than three days at a time. (A) void (B) idle (C) spare (D) null 138. Marshall Appliances has chosen to make a contract with a new marketing company ------- continuing its relationship with Friendly PR. (A) out of (B) except for (C) as to (D) instead of 139. Broadband Plus sent out an e-mail apology to its clients for the ------- in its wireless Internet service. (A) disruption (B) limitation (C) outbreak (D) controversy 140. ------- a number of new computer programmers will be joining the team, the director will increase the number of projects for the next year. (A) If so (B) Rather than (C) Owing to (D) Given that Questions 141 to 143 refer to the following notice. This is to inform you that the seminar for all department heads ------- place on Wednesday, 141. (A) took (B) will take (C) will have taken (D) taking July 15. All middle and lower management staff are ------- to attend unless they have previous 142. (A) reported (B) favored (C) required (D) included commitments. The seminar will include topics ------- business and leadership skills, performance management 143. (A) as long as (B) likewise (C) nevertheless (D) such as planning, and the employee evaluation and feedback process. Please come to Siena room on the fifteenth floor of the Jameson Building. Don’t forget to bring the seminar materials to the session. Please contact Mr. Blake Mariano if you have any questions.Questions 144 to 146 refer to the following letter. I am writing in reply to your article on a French tour agency in Montpellier, France. In your article, the South France Adventures Agency was given an unfavorable review. You mentioned that its tours were conducted by inexperienced tour guides. -------, my experience with the tour agency was very good. 144. (A) Consequently (B) However (C) Then (D) In addition The guide had extensive knowledge about the history of South France, giving complete explanations and ------- questions with specifics. I would definitely ------- taking a South France Adventures tour to 145. (A) answer (B) answers (C) to answer (D) answering 146. (A) mention (B) discourage (C) recommend (D) consider anyone who wishes to visit the south of France. Sincerely yours, Mary Brinn Questions 147 to 149 refer to the following letter. November 20, 2008 Ruth Dalton 2459 S. Ammons St. Lakewood, CO 80227 Dear Mrs. Dalton, Thank you for purchasing the full kitchen remodeling package. Your ------- of our company is highly 147. (A) patronage (B) supervision (C) predicament (D) cooperation appreciated. We hope you are delighted with the new kitchen facilities and are fully satisfied with the services and designs provided by Home Design, Inc. We have enclosed a customer survey form. Your comments will help us ------- your future needs. 148. (A) wish (B) meet (C) please (D) think To encourage you to take part in our survey, we will enter you in a special draw for a free set of home fixtures we recently launched. All you need to do is send in the completed form by November 30 in order to be eligible for the drawing. Winners ------- on December 3. 149. (A) should notify (B) was notified (C) will be notified (D) notifies Thank you once again. Sincerely yours, Martin CaldwellQuestions 150 to 152 refer to the following article. Silverline Paper Company, the biggest paper producer in the United States, will open a new factory in Regina, Canada. It officially announced its plans to ------- the new manufacturing plant at a press 150. (A) sell (B) relocate (C) build (D) renovate conference last week. The ------- is expected to cost Silverline nearly 200 million dollars. 151. (A) appeal (B) prediction (C) merger (D) venture According to Cynthia Gray, spokesperson for the company, Silverline foresees hiring 600 workers from the Regina area. “The people of Regina have been very receptive to the construction of the new factory. We are anticipating a long and successful future here,” said Gray. The new plant is expected to become ------- by early next year. 152. (A) operation (B) operating (C) operational (D) operate

TOEIC 2008.Oct. Reading 101. Register your name and address on theWeb site in order to ------- a purchase online. (A) make (B) shop (C) owe (D) use 102. All ------- for time off must go through the Human Resources Department first. (A) request (B) requests (C) requested (D) requesting 103. Despite it being his first time in an authority position, Mark led the project remarkably -------. (A) partly (B) even (C) yet (D) well 104. The detailed analyses of third and fourth quarter sales are included in ------- final report. (A) he (B) his (C) him (D) himself 105. Any visitors to the production facilities must ------- a security pass from the information desk at the front entrance. (A) allow (B) achieve (C) obtain (D) remind 106. Students enrolled as full-time can fully ------- in the university extracurricular clubs. (A) participate (B) participant (C) participating (D) had participated 107. Dr. Byer is ------- with the renovations made to his clinic by the remodeling company. (A) pleasing (B) pleased (C) pleasant (D) pleasure 108. When picking up your rental car, make sure to inspect the vehicle ------- for pre-existing damages. (A) strongly (B) firmly (C) extremely (D) thoroughly 109. For more ------- about this month's special bargains, contact one of our customer representatives at 555-5258. (A) detail (B) details (C) detailed (D) detailing 110. Staff members are required to follow the --- regulation as written in the employee manual unless otherwise indicated by their supervisors. (A) distant (B) current (C) confident (D) alive 111. The mechanic was able ------- the faulty wiring in the conference room. (A) repaired (B) repairing (C) to repair (D) will repair 112. It is ------- urgent nor essential for Quality Brand Inc. to update its internal network at this time. (A) neither (B) nevertheless (C) therefore (D) if 113. Excel Energy Corporation's new online training program has ----- features and forum discussions for trainees. (A) interactive (B) symptomatic (C) conclusive (D) broken 114. Fabric Masters sells a variety ------- premium cotton shirts to more than 35 companies located internationally. (A) across (B) into (C) of (D) in 115. Because of high consumer demand for organic products, we have to produce them ------- than ever before. (A) so fast (B) fast (C) faster (D) too fast 116. Please remind the presenters that the ------- of the talk should not exceed the 45-minute time limit. (A) instant (B) length (C) attention (D) specification 117. After giving the team their assignment, the project manager left them to figure out a strategy on -------. (A) they (B) their own (C) them (D) themselves 118. The customer on hold on line two has questions ------- our cancellation and refund policies. (A) between (B) onto (C) next (D) regarding 119. Our senior advisor joined the company last year and transformed us ------- a local distributor to a worldwide enterprise. (A) from (B) about (C) toward (D) even 120. To be ------- for the corporate shareholder's program, you must have been working here for at least three consecutive years. (A) eligible (B) considerate (C) available (D) partial 121. Following completion of the three-day workshop, participants will be required to answer a ------- questionnaire about the usefulness of the sessions. (A) brief (B) briefly (C) briefest (D) briefed 122. Shoppers can save up to sixty percent ------- ordering their HomeCare Rice Cooker through the catalogue before January. (A) at (B) as (C) by (D) in 123. IKO Home has revealed a brand new line of furniture specially designed for college students who ------- in small dormitories. (A) reside (B) resident (C) residing (D) residence 124. Opening our branch office in one of the less crowded areas of the city would be more beneficial for our employees and less costly ------- moving downtown. (A) while (B) but (C) than (D) and 125. Business consultant Laura Freeman was ------- available to advise our administrative team during the merger negotiations with KEMP Steel. (A) continue (B) continuity (C) continuous (D) continuously 126. Four of the hotel's executive suites have been ------- for traveling diplomats who are on overseas assignments. (A) placed (B) reserved (C) collected (D) remained 127. Prior to takeoff, flight personnel have to make sure that ------- of the passengers has fastened their seat belt and is sitting in an upright position. (A) every (B) all (C) much (D) each 128. For the graphic designer position, we need an applicant with both educational and professional qualifications who seeks to partake in a business from its -------. (A) cause (B) solution (C) inception (D) growth 129. Floor personnel should not sign out from their shift ------- all of the shelves are adequately stocked. (A) except (B) until (C) soon (D) earlier 130. The front and rear exits of the cinema will be open after the movie has finished so that viewers can depart in an ------- fashion. (A) orderly (B) enduring (C) apparent (D) accomplished 131. We at Kitchen Supplies guarantee that orders will be delivered ------- three weeks time. (A) within (B) sometime (C) nearby (D) during 132. Kevin Cruiser has been promoted to assistant manager of production ------- his long record of hard work and dedication to the company. (A) up to (B) furthermore (C) because of (D) given that 133. A recall on the XS model engine was announced after the factory received ------- that smoke appeared after only two or three hours of driving. (A) complains (B) complained (C) complaints (D) complainer 134. Increasing ------- in the technology industries in Asia will force companies to recruit more qualified candidates. (A) challenge (B) encounter (C) opponent (D) competition 135. In the case of flight delays or ------- unexpected changes in schedules, the meeting will be moved to a more suitable time. (A) others (B) another (C) any other (D) one another 136. The deadline for this month's articles for Fame Magazine has been ------- to August 30. (A) opened (B) extended (C) finished (D) progressed 137. Despite having received positive reviews by industry critics, sales of the digital MP3 player have been quite -------. (A) disappoint (B) disappointed (C) disappointment (D) disappointing 138. Maria has been ------- appointed to serve as the chairperson for the treasury committee, but the position will not be permanently filled until later this month. (A) provisionally (B) comparably (C) restrictively (D) critically 139. Construction crews have torn up the town's main road ------- find that the underground water system is in the way of their plans. (A) so as (B) only to (C) even though (D) in order that 140. ------- the company's official financial advisor, Mr. Jefferson is privy to top-secret information and statistics about the company's performance. (A) To be (B) Be (C) Being (D) Has been Questions 141 to 143 refer to the following memo. To: Staff, Research and Development Dept. From: Jasmine Sparks, Manager Date: October 20 Re: David Yang’s farewell party I’m sure everyone in the department knows that David Yang will be leaving the company to work for Meyers and Goldman by now. A farewell party ------- for David from 5:30 to 8:30 P.M. on Friday, 141. (A) will be held (B) is held (C) had been held (D) was held October 31, in the main conference room. I would like to ask each of you to contribute a small sum of money for a present that the department will purchase for David in appreciation for the excellent work he has done ----- the years. I have asked my secretary, Claudette, to receive your donations, so please 142. (A) past (B) since (C) around (D) over drop by her desk before the end of next week. It is my hope that you will be able to join the entire department in honoring David’s ten years with the company. Please get in touch with Claudette by 5 P.M. on Monday, October 27 to let us know ---- you 143. (A) whenever (B) whether (C) whose (D) what will be attending the commemoration. Questions 144 to 146 refer to the following letter. Dear Mr. Castro: It is my pleasure to ------- you that beginning next month, Chrislyn Spano will be Gibson & Dunn’s 144. (A) be informed (B) informing (C) inform (D) be informative Real Estate representative in your area. Ms. Spano has been assisting clients in purchasing land and housing in the Bromley area for the last seven years. She is very ------- in her field, and we are fortunate to have her in our London office. 145. (A) probable (B) perceived (C) represented (D) knowledgeable If you are interested in buying -------, please write to her at cs@gibsondunn.com. 146. (A) material (B) property (C) replacements (D) equipment Very sincerely yours, MARILYN CARR Manager Gibson & Dunn, London Questions 147 to 149 refer to the following article. To help pay for infrastructure improvements, Governor Bill Anderson ------- a $1 increase on the 147. (A) will approve (B) is approving (C) has approved (D) would approve toll fee for vehicles entering the western turnpikes. The governor’s decision took effect last week. It is expected that an amount of $80 million dollars will be generated from the increase this year and will be used to repair the state’s turnpike system. -------, the Transport Authority is now scheduling tunnel 148. (A) Instead (B) Similarly (C) Before (D) Accordingly and road renovations to ensure drivers’ convenience and safety. In a press conference held last week, Governor Anderson addressed the motorists’ concerns. He said that although the toll fee increase is -------, he believes that it will improve road and 149. (A) unstable (B) unpopular (C) inefficient (D) insufficient traffic conditions for all drivers using the turnpike. Questions 150 to 152 refer to the following letter. GIL DURDIN Director Newline Shopping Center Dear Mr. Durdin, In high-traffic establishments such as yours, floors are used around the clock as deliverymen bring goods and people come and go into the building. Given the ------- use, the floors must be very 150. (A) convenient (B) constant (C) preferred (D) flexible durable to remain usable over the years. To ------- this matter, Floorbest, Inc. has designed a special protective floor system specially for 151. (A) research (B) achieve (C) prevent (D) address supermarkets and commercial centers like yours. We are the speediest installer in your region! After you make an order, a Floorbest installer will visit your location within two business days to take the exact specifications for your business. Installation of the new flooring system ------- within four weeks. 152. (A) will be guaranteeing (B) will guarantee (C) is guaranteed (D) was guaranteed To request a free estimate, please call today at 373-4555. CLYDE PARKER Manager Floorbest, Inc. 101 A 102 B 103 D 104 B 105 C 106 A 107 B 108 D 109 B 110 B111 C 112 A 113 A 114 C 115 C 116 B 117 B 118 D 119 A 120 A 121 A 122 C 123 A 124 C 125 D126 B 127 D 128 C 129 B 130 A131 A 132 C 133 C 134 D 135 C136 B 137 D 138 A 139 B 140 C 141 A 142 D 143 B 144 C 145 D146 B 147 C 148 D 149 B 150 B151 D 152 C

TOEIC 2008.Nov. 101. Our new e-Touch planner is smaller ------- the competition and boasts more memory (A) at (B) with (C) for (D) than 102. Assembly line workers and factory supervisors are encouraged to ------- safety helmets while working. (A) wear (B) wore (C) worn (D) wearing 103. Parents of teenage kids are increasingly concerned about the ------- of money their children spend every day. (A) reason (B) amount (C) total (D) location 104. Both the president ------- the executive assistant will be speaking at the annual company party this year. (A) either (B) or (C) and (D) nor 105. Airlines have made a decision to ------- the cost of tickets as a result of the rise in oil prices. (A) remain (B) increase (C) comment (D) construct 106. Passengers are asked to select their meal ------- on the online form when making their reservations. (A) prefers (B) preferring (C) preferences (D) preferred 107. Educational Development's annual meeting ------- management staff is going to take place at the Royal Hotel conference center. (A) from (B) into (C) to (D) for 108. For a ------- time, club members may bring guests at half the price of the regular fee. (A) limit (B) limits (C) limited (D) limitation 109. Go through the instruction manual ------- before assembling your new computer desk. (A) extremely (B) harmlessly (C) carefully (D) hardly 110. Keeley Vacations is building their newest resort ------- the eastern section of the island. (A) in (B) up (C) against (D) during 111. Hazelden Network Solutions ------- amended its policy on employee holiday and sick leave. (A) more recent (B) recent (C) recently (D) recentness 112. Weather forecasters ------- that the storm headed towards the town would hit around mid-day. (A) predicted (B) prediction (C) predictable (D) predictably 113. ------- the summer holiday, Max Music will be closed from June 6 to June 10. (A) According to (B) Because of (C) However (D) Therefore 114. The sale of over 100 of our MountainTrek bicycles would not have succeeded without the ------- of sales director Richard Riley. (A) contribute (B) contribution (C) contributed (D) contributing 115. Many customers find that the application process for a house mortgage is overly -------. (A) complicate (B) complicating (C) complicated (D) complicatedly 116. Please make sure to fill out your daily reports properly ------- we can monitor your progress. (A) also (B) yet (C) even (D) so 117. Our credit card policy regarding interest rates is ------- available in print or digital format. (A) ready (B) readying (C) readily (D) readiness 118. As ------- in the housing contract, all expenses related to general maintenance should be paid for by the tenant. (A) notes (B) note (C) noting (D) noted 119. ------- you have finished the budget report, please send a copy of it to the head office for review. (A) As well as (B) As soon as (C) In addition to (D) In regard to 120. Flyers and posters for the weekend's event should be posted ------- employees could see them. (A) wherever (B) whoever (C) whatever (D) whichever 121. Job counselors suggest that taking night classes at a local university can increase your ------- and potentially lead to promotion. (A) qualify (B) qualified (C) qualifier (D) qualifications 122. Jackie's train from New York to Boston was stalled on the tracks for ------- an hour before mechanics could fix the problem. (A) still (B) within (C) more than (D) now that 123. If anyone has suggestions for the Christmas gathering they would like to ------- for this year, please give them to Mr. Hall in marketing. (A) acquaint (B) propose (C) employ (D) practice 124. World Connect aims to be the most successful global ------- of international delivery solutions. (A) provided (B) provider (C) provision (D) providing 125. The hiring process at Gibson Factories is ------- watched by government agents specializing in legal immigration. (A) approximately (B) nearly (C) closely (D) doubtingly 126. Rather than using a standard employee scheduling software program, the IT team at IntelCorp has built a program of -------. (A) they (B) their (C) themselves (D) their own 127. The success of the new cell phone developed by Kio Electronics is mostly due to its ------- television advertisements. (A) entertaining (B) loyal (C) amazed (D) recreational 128. Our Asian and Middle-Eastern markets have grown ------- larger since establishing branch offices at various international locations. (A) consider (B) considerate (C) considerable (D) considerably 129. All funding request forms have to be ------- by the office manager prior to submission to the accounting department. (A) treated (B) entitled (C) signed (D) journeyed 130. The two-bedroom apartment above the convenience store on Bleeker Street has been ------- for over five months due to recent increases in crime in the neighborhood. (A) vacant (B) vacantly (C) vacancy (D) vacating 131. People donating items, ------- new or used, to the Children's Hospital must register their donations with the front desk. (A) neither (B) whether (C) unless (D) besides 132. In her most anticipated film yet, Margaret Jones has ------- to incorporate elements of realism into her work. (A) attempted (B) completed (C) persuaded (D) recognized 133. In her acceptance speech for Employee of the Year award, Diane emphasized her strong -------to the growth of our corporation. (A) assessment (B) reference (C) selection (D) commitment 134. The groups ------- members fail to show up will be immediately disqualified from the event. (A) its (B) that (C) which (D) whose 135. Our CEO is prepared to offer ------- incentives to distributors that sell our product in high quantities. (A) additional (B) fixed (C) multiple (D) hopeful 136. While workers used to car-pool to save money on fuel, it is now more ------- for them to take public transportation. (A) potential (B) efficient (C) monetary (D) competent 137. Inquiries ------- to payroll must be directed to the accounting department located on the 5th floor. (A) pertaining (B) receiving (C) similar (D) granted 138. ------- human resources expected employees to opt for flex-time, but most people actually stayed on the regular nine to five schedule. (A) In light of (B) Although (C) At first (D) Despite 139. Federal agencies have finally released the reports indicating a nationwide ------- in skilled workers. (A) reward (B) surplus (C) price (D) substitute 140. Cindy in human resources has been ------- with putting together profiles of each employee for the company website. (A) appointed (B) hired (C) obligated (D) charged “North Side: Movers and Shakers” has a minor ------- of fact. Maria Flanagan is named in the report as the chef of North Side’s Italy 2000 Restaurant. 141. (A) matter (B) statement (C) report (D) error She is ------- the manager of the fine dining place. Wesley Boyd is the chef. 142. (A) actually (B) probably (C) rarely (D) usually I believe the writer of the article may have cited the wrong information because Maria’s daughter, Beth Flanagan, was the restaurant’s chef for a few years. The manager of Italy 2000 Restaurant is extremely proud of ------- business as it has played an important role in attracting visitors to the community. 143. (A) your (B) her (C) his (D) our It is a great spot to eat a delicious Italian meal! Sincerely yours, Donald Newborn North Side resident Questions 144 to 146 refer to the following e-mail. To: BWA general membership From: Owen Drage, President Date: February 21 Subject: March conference Attachment: Conference brochure and registration form Dear Colleagues, It was an honor to meet so many of you at the general meeting last week, when we talked about ways for members ------- information and have our organization benefit the business community. 144. (A) have shared (B) are sharing (C) will share (D) to share With that goal in mind, I would like to invite you to attend the BWA Conference on Dealing with the Ongoing Economic Crisis scheduled for March 15-18 in Sacramento. The conference will feature seminars on corporate social responsibility and protecting the stockholders. These ------- were 145. (A) arguments (B) topics (C) questions (D) materials suggested by members in response to a questionnaire that we sent out last month. I am positive that the conference will provide ------- opportunities to unite with colleagues and determine ways to use our 146. (A) valuable (B) value (C) to value (D) valuing knowledge in improving the economic picture for everyone involved. Please see the attached files for additional details and information on how to register for the conference. Best regards, Owen Drage, President Business Worldwide Association Questions 147 to 149 refer to the following e-mail. To: Benjamin Castro From: Larry Biggs Re: Internal transfer Date: August 15 Dear Ben, I am pleased to inform you that your request for a transfer has been -------. As of September 1, you 147. (A) cancelled (B) appreciated (C) approved (D) interrupted will be switching from the human resources department in our Dover branch to the research & development department in our headquarters in Richmond. For the Richmond job, you ------- to Cynthia Rhodes, the R&D head, as soon as possible to discuss 148. (A) were reported (B) reported (C) reporting (D) will report your immediate tasks, which will include familiarizing yourself with R&D systems, current projects and new research. In addition, may I encourage you to complete any unfinished assignments in your present position and assist in orienting your ------- before you vacate your post by the end of 149. (A) occupant (B) replacement (C) recipient (D) attendant the month? Congratulations on your transfer, and we at Dover wish you the best! Warm regards, Larry Biggs Questions 150 to 152 refer to the following article. GamePlan Videos, Inc. reported a considerable ------- in its final quarter net earnings after 150. (A) rise (B) interest (C) hold (D) decline launching its newest video game “Music Maker” just six weeks ago. The role-playing game has done very well in a saturated market, selling over one million units ------- its first six weeks in major 151. (A) before (B) since (C) after (D) during stores across the country. Ross Patterson, director of GamePlan, said at a press conference that he was “confident about Music Maker’s success, and expects that the popularity of the game will improve GamePlan’s global reputation as a top producer of video games.” Patterson noted that in the same period of time, sales of GamePlan’s other games ------- as well. 152. (A) grow (B) will grow (C) grew (D) would grow GamePlan Videos now holds about 50 percent of the video game market in the United States. Patterson anticipates GamePlan to obtain a higher share in the international market before the year is over.

Keys 101 D 102 A 103 B 104 C 105 B 106 C 107 D 108 C 109 C 110 A 111 C 112 A 113 B 114 B 115 C 116 D 117 C 118 D 119 B 120 A 121 D 122 C 123 B 124 B 125 C 126 D 127 A 128 D 129 C 130 A 131 B 132 A 133 D 134 D 135 A 136 B 137 A 138 C 139 B 140 D 141 D 142 A 143 B 144 D 145 B 146 A 147 C 148 D 149 B 150 A 151 D 152 C