1.

Since they are without direct supervision, field managers are expected to be able to find solutions to
simple problems by____.

A. Them B. They

C. Themselves D. Their

2. The hotel’s newly remodeled buffet has won mixed_____, mostly on the disappointed side.

A. Reviewer B. Reviewed

C. Reviewing D. Reviews

3. It has become increasingly evident that the role of universities is changing, so they should be
more____ to the needs and desires of student with disabilities.

A. Attentively B. Attentive

C. Attention D. Attend

4. The construction project managers must present their____ monthly reports to the board by the end
of the month.

A. Revision B. Revise

C. Revising D Revised

5. I met with Elain Hopkins and Gene Avery to discuss the ____ of task’s and our joint vision for the
implementation of the project plan

A. Allocate B. Allocated

C. Allocates D. Allocation

6. _____ near both the company’s new plant and headquarters, the company’s guesthouses are very
convenient.

A. Location B. Locating

C. Located D. Locate

7. While some aspects still confuse me, I found the movie______ and I would recommend that anyone
watch it.

A. Fascinate B. Fascination

C. Fascinating D. Fascinated

8. Some smaller family-run restaurants that don’t accept traveler’s checks are_____ found in many small
cities throughout the country.

A. Easy B. Easily

B. Easier D. Easiest
9. Because of such a large and_____ set of tax laws, we need to consult with the tax department before
proceeding with these plans.

A. Complication B. Complicated

C. Complicating D. Complicate

10. There has been an increase in the number of websites and anonymous letters on the Internet which
have been_____ of the government’s policies

A. Criticized B. Critic

C. Critically D. Critical

11. We were____ by dr.Albert’s outstanding contributions to the development of the new vaccine.

A. Impression B. Impressive

C. Impressed D.Impresses

12. The payments on new houses should______ within 10 days of the date of the contract.

A. Receive B. Received

C. To receive D. Be received

13. Tickets to the X-men movie will_____ online starting next Friday

A. Have sold B. Be selling

C. Be sold D. Have been selling

14. We are looking forward to____________ the possibility of working collaboratively.

A. Discuss B. Discussing

C. Discussed D. Discussion

15. While attending the seminar, we really enjoyed_______ with representatives from other branches

A. Talk B. Talked

C. To talk D. Talking

16. Before_____ involvement of any party, be sure to ave solid evidence to support any claims that you
have made.

A. Insinuating B. Insinuate

C. To insinuate D. Insinuates
17. Before placing an order for the first time, we ask you to register because it saves you from to insert
your personal details every time you place an order.

A. Have B. Having

C. Had D. Has

18. Although she usually reads the newspaper in the morning, Mr.Phaedra Lipton_____ for work this
morning before it arrived.

A. Leaves B. Has left

C. Had left D. was left

19. Over 75% ò manufacturing companies will be____ their online marketing budgets in 2007, according
to the results of an annual survey conducted by SVM E-Business Solutions.

A. Increase B. Increasing

C. Increased D. Increases

20. If more subway lines and roads were built for suburban commuters, it is likely that they____ their
vehicles much less frequently.

A. Use B. Used

C. Would use D. Will use

21. The document you asked for about the project_______ to the Human Resources department

A. Forwarded B. Is forwarding

C. Has forwarded D. Has been forwarded

22. Marketers must avoid____ promises they can’t keep while they demonstrate they quality of their
product or service.

A. Make B. Making

C. Made D. To make

23. We will be able to finalize the loan approval after all relevant documentation____

A. Received B. Has received

C. Has been received D. Has been receiving

24. Child safety seats and toys that were imported by Variety Imports failed to _____ with safety
standards

A. Belong B. Comply

C. Observe D. Adhere
25. E-Week reports that Google founder Larry Page admitted yesterday that some problems____ the
company by surprise.

A. Have damaged B. Have caused

C. Have taken D. Have allowed

26. Using satellite technology, we have___ a software program that offers access to the Internet with a
small portable terminal.

A. Dreamed B. Destined

C. Devised D. Drawn

27. Based on the total of sales made this year, it looks like Mike has made the largest_____ contribution
again.

A Revenue B. Charge

C. Share D. Price

28. Evidence is increasing that a glass of wine every day may have_____ effects on the prevention of
high blood pressure.

A. Assisting B. Verified

C. Beneficial D. Gainful

29. Financial analysts_________ that the economy will take a turn for the better in the second half of
the year.

A. Predict B. Define

C. Forego D. Adjust

30. You must have a _____ piece of photo identification in order to apply for a discount card.

A. Costly B. Valid

C. Priced D. Valuable

31. ______ the concert is cancelled, a refund minus shipping costs will be provided upon return of the
purchased tickets.

A. In order that B. As well as

C. In the event D. The fact that

32. The quality that makes our company unique is our_____ commitment to making diverse products to
meet the customers’s needs.

A. Immune B. Unwavering

C. Disinclined D. Impenetrable
READING:

Yamitomo International continues to be a pioneer in the digital revolution.As one of the first companies
to manufacture compact discs, we continue to develop and implement the latest techniques.

At Yamitomo we manufacture compact discs, analog and digital cassettes, and records, as well as CD-
ROM, Video CD, CD-I, and we are ready to deliver the next generation of sound carriers. We have
carefully built a reputation of excellence in quality and customer service, providing not only
manufacturing but also printing, packaging, drop-shipping, marketing, and distribution of music and
media products.

We are ready to provide you with complete factory-to-store shelf service. Our complete wholesale
catalog can be viewed online. To order, create your customer account by clicking on “ new accounts”. In
addition, new accounts can be created and orders made by calling our wholesale customer line at 1-800-
555-9098. Online or on the phone, you can always count on the high quality of our products.

33. What kind of company is Yamitomo International?

A. An electronics manufacturer

B. A computer distributor

C. A music company

D. A moving company

34. What is the focus of this passage?

A. Musical artists are given much freedom with Yamitomo

B. Analog cassettes were developed

C. Music and media products are sold by Yamitomo

D. Yamitomo has a reputation of excellence, diversity, and innovation

As a regular or potential importer of Japanese-made electronics, computer products, and components,

you know how important the latest marketing information is. You mus also be alert to what, where, and
how to get the most competitive offers to maintain your competitive edge.

Each of these magazines, Purchasing Components, Purchasing Computer Equipment, and Purchasing
Electronics, is published monthly and reports on the Japanese exporting industries in each of these
specialized fields. In addition to advertisements, they also contain surveys of new products, corporate
and technological developments, details on market changes, and other valuable information to help you
in your purchasing decisions.

Fill out the Request a Free Sample Copy form on the next page to receive a complimentary copy of the
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form. As a thank-you gift, we wull send you, absolutely free, a copy of our Guide to Japanese Electronics
Companies. This is an exclusive offer made available only to our customers. This book is not available in
stores or online.

35. Who is the audience for this advertisement?

A. Japanese electronics manufacturers

B. Security system installation companies.

C. Electronics wholesalers.

D. Magazine publishers.

36. What is offered in this advertisement?

A. Electronics components.

B. Corporate changes.

C. Magazines.

D. Computer products.

Peter Great was Russia’s fourth Romanov Tzar and at 6 foot 7 inches, probably tallest. He also had
enormous (1)_____ for food and drink. But it was his thirst for knowledge combined with his vision of
new Russia that made him great leader. In 1697, motivated by his desire to break (2)_____ from
constrictions of old Russian customs, Peter travelled around Europe learning valuable military and
industrial skills. When he returned to Russia. Peter was (3)____ to throw off remnants of past. He
dramatically (4)____ powers of Russian aristocracy and abolished age-old traditions. In order to fulfill his
dream of modernized Russia, he (5)______ universities, established country’s first newpaper and
encouraged development of industry. Before his death in 1725, Peter had had new capital built and
named it St Petersburg. It was modelled on the Western cities he most admired, like Paris and London,
and remained the capital until the Firest World War.

Question 1. A. Aptitude B. Appetite C. Taste D. Applause

Question 2. A. Up B. In C. Free D. Over

Question 3. A. Convinced B. Determined C. Interested D. Unwilling

Question 4. A. Excluded B. Eliminated C. Reduced D. Shortened

Question 5. A. Founded B. Began C. Made D. Found