Free Printable Reading 6 Test 1 Part 5&6

1.

101. ...................... the computer seemed like a good investment, they decided against it.

a)

Because

b)

Although

c)

However

d)

But

2.

102. He should have no problem making his connecting flight as long as there ...................... long lines at customs

a)

aren't

b)

will be

c)

won't be

d)

haven't

3.

103.Everyone was able to attend last week's meeting …………… Ms. Kim, who was out of town on a business trip.

a)

accept

b)

except

c)

aspect

d)

expect

4.

104.The cook insisted that he ................... the soup to make sure that it was spicy enough.

a)

tasting

b)

to taste

c)

tastes

d)

taste

5.

105. The exchange rate would have been better if they ………… to a reputable bank.

a)

had gone

b)

went

c)

have gone

d)

are going

6.

106. His presentation was quite ……………..; however, he is such a dynamic speaker that he held our attention the entire time.

a)

informative

b)

relevant

c)

lengthy

d)

cautious

7.

107. The buses are crowded and dirty; …………… , they are never on time.

a)

for example

b)

instead

c)

in addition

d)

nevertheless

8.

108. Her extensive resume and her glowing reference letters prove that she is a competent …………… in her field.

a)

profession

b)

professorial

c)

professional

d)

profess

9.

109. The incentives to buy an apartment me new development were highlighted in the promotional video, …………… afterwards no one showed any interest in purchasing one.

a)

but

b)

and

c)

so

d)

as well as

10.

110. My attitude and outlook on life have definitely improved …………. I started a job I like.

a)

while

b)

if

c)

when

d)

since

11.

111. With its recent return …………… economic health, the railroad industry is growing slowly.

a)

from

b)

to

c)

for

d)

at

12.

112. First, determine which software program will solve your problems; …………., buy a compatible computer.

a)

besides

b)

on the other hand

d)

therefore

13.

113. Despite the recent reports of increases in profits at the Boston franchise, the corporation wanted it ……………..

a)

to liquidate

b)

will liquidate

c)

liquidate

d)

liquidated

14.

114. The seller was surprised when the transaction …………… because he had felt certain that the buyer was satisfied.

a)

turned in

b)

fell through

c)

gave up

d)

got off

15.

115. Until recently, the colors of high-tech products ………….. metallic gray on black.

a)

is

b)

will be

c)

have been

d)

was being

16.

116. This review …………….. consideration the opinions of both groups.

a)

takes on

b)

takes into

c)

takes off

d)

takes to

17.

117. The information is given orally; ………………, it is printed in the booklets.

a)

in addition

b)

therefore

c)

consequently

d)

thus

18.

118. ………….. losses tend to occur unpredictably, loans are reviewed every six months.

a)

Although

b)

Since

c)

However

d)

Whether

19.

119. According to customer surveys, our product line for teens continues to be both dependable ……………. affordable.

a)

nor

b)

yet

c)

and

d)

so

20.

120. Their boss will not let them …………….. from home even if they have a valid excuse for needing to do so.

a)

to work

b)

work

c)

working

d)

will work

21.

121. Even though she had a good job with full benefits, she ……………… when she got married.

a)

gave it to

b)

gave it out

c)

gave it away

d)

gave it up

22.

122. If Mr. Lu ……………. assistance contacting the speakers for the conference, I’ll notify you through e-mail.

a)

will need

b)

need

c)

needs

d)

needed

23.

123. The goal of the awards banquet is to give our hardworking employees the recognition that they ……………..

a)

deserve

b)

possess

c)

consider

d)

comprehend

24.

124. Louise left her wallet at home, so she had to ……………. some money from Madeline to buy lunch.

a)

loan

b)

lend

c)

offer

d)

borrow

25.

125. We …………… order our supplies from Newcomb's because they are such a reliable company and their prices are reasonable.

a)

always

b)

recently

c)

namely

d)

tomorrow

26.

126. We can save the company a significant amount of money if we ………… the number of employees by just 15 percent.

a)

decrease

b)

fall

c)

descend

d)

down

27.

127. Even though she doesn't have a great deal of experience, Ms. Chang was hired for a high-paying ……………. at this company.

a)

employ

b)

position

c)

career

d)

occupation

28.

128. If the product had been adapted to local tastes and preferences, sales …………. dramatically.

a)

will increase

b)

do increase

c)

might increase

d)

would have increased

29.

129. Her department brought in the most profits; …………… , she was promoted before

the other managers.

a)

therefore

b)

nevertheless

c)

namely

d)

in addition

30.

130. We were presented with severe challenges, ………………we managed to record improved

results.

a)

besides

b)

unfortunately

d)

yet

31.

Questions 131-134 refer to the following job announcement.

Midtown Mall is looking for a part-time security guard to work evenings and weekends, 131.…………. 25 hours a week. The guard is responsible for maintaining order in the mall, as well as being available to help customers while on duty. In addition, guards are often asked to work overtime during holidays and special mall events.

The successful candidate will have a minimum of three years’ experience in a similar position

132…………. CPR certification. 133.…………will also be required to pass employment verification and criminal background checks. Benefits include paid vacation and health insurance. 134. ……………..

a)

131.until

b)

131.up to

c)

131.as many

d)

131.no more

32.

Questions 131-134 refer to the following job announcement.

Midtown Mall is looking for a part-time security guard to work evenings and weekends, 131.…………. 25 hours a week. The guard is responsible for maintaining order in the mall, as well as being available to help customers while on duty. In addition, guards are often asked to work overtime during holidays and special mall events.

The successful candidate will have a minimum of three years’ experience in a similar position

132…………. CPR certification. 133.…………will also be required to pass employment verification and criminal background checks. Benefits include paid vacation and health insurance. 134. ……………..

a)

132.also

b)

132.adding

c)

132.as well as

d)

132.the same as

33.

Questions 131-134 refer to the following job announcement.

Midtown Mall is looking for a part-time security guard to work evenings and weekends, 131.…………. 25 hours a week. The guard is responsible for maintaining order in the mall, as well as being available to help customers while on duty. In addition, guards are often asked to work overtime during holidays and special mall events.

The successful candidate will have a minimum of three years’ experience in a similar position

132…………. CPR certification. 133.…………will also be required to pass employment verification and criminal background checks. Benefits include paid vacation and health insurance. 134. ……………..

a)

133.Applies

b)

133.Applicants

c)

133.Appliances

d)

133.Applications

34.

Questions 131-134 refer to the following job announcement.

Midtown Mall is looking for a part-time security guard to work evenings and weekends, 131.…………. 25 hours a week. The guard is responsible for maintaining order in the mall, as well as being available to help customers while on duty. In addition, guards are often asked to work overtime during holidays and special mall events.

The successful candidate will have a minimum of three years’ experience in a similar position

132…………. CPR certification. 133.…………will also be required to pass employment verification and criminal background checks. Benefits include paid vacation and health insurance. 134. ……………..

a)

134.Midtown Mall has the most modern security system in the city.

b)

134.Our employees are given substantial discounts at most mall stores.

c)

134.Due to rising safety concerns, we are increasing our security staff at the mall.

d)

134.Qualified candidates are invited to submit their resumes to the employment office.

35.

Fullerton Furniture Rentals

Damages and Loss Policy

Fullerton Furniture Rentals customers are responsible for rented items from the time we deliver

the items to the time we pick them 135.……………., Clients agree to pay for any damages beyond 136.…………. wear and tear. In the case of loss, clients agree to pay the full 137.……………. value of the lost item or items. Clients are required to make a cash deposit at the time of rental to cover possible damages or loss. 138…………..

a)

135.up

b)

135.out

c)

135.over

d)

135.back

36.

Fullerton Furniture Rentals

Damages and Loss Policy

Fullerton Furniture Rentals customers are responsible for rented items from the time we deliver

the items to the time we pick them 135.……………., Clients agree to pay for any damages beyond 136.…………. wear and tear. In the case of loss, clients agree to pay the full 137.……………. value of the lost item or items. Clients are required to make a cash deposit at the time of rental to cover possible damages or loss. 138…………..

a)

136.reason

b)

136.reasoned

c)

136.reasonable

d)

136.reasonably

37.

Fullerton Furniture Rentals

Damages and Loss Policy

Fullerton Furniture Rentals customers are responsible for rented items from the time we deliver

the items to the time we pick them 135.……………., Clients agree to pay for any damages beyond 136.…………. wear and tear. In the case of loss, clients agree to pay the full 137.……………. value of the lost item or items. Clients are required to make a cash deposit at the time of rental to cover possible damages or loss. 138…………..

a)

137.repair

b)

137.outstanding

c)

137.true

d)

137.replacement

38.

Fullerton Furniture Rentals

Damages and Loss Policy

Fullerton Furniture Rentals customers are responsible for rented items from the time we deliver

the items to the time we pick them 135.……………., Clients agree to pay for any damages beyond 136.…………. wear and tear. In the case of loss, clients agree to pay the full 137.……………. value of the lost item or items. Clients are required to make a cash deposit at the time of rental to cover possible damages or loss. 138…………..

a)

138.We rent furniture to both residential and commercial clients.

b)

138.This money will be returned when we receive the items back in good condition.

c)

138.Damage to furniture is not common when it is used for its intended purpose.

d)

138.Many people find it more convenient to rent certain items rather than to buy them.

39.

White Swan Restaurant

Serving delicious food for over 25 years

Dear Ms. Stevens,

We were sorry to learn that you had 139. .................... experience at our restaurant last weekend. I hope that you will 140. ................... my most sincere apologies, which I extend on behalf of the entire restaurant staff. We always strive to provide our customers with excellent service. 141. ...............

I am enclosing a coupon so that you and your family can enjoy a dinner on us. I hope that next time you 142. ................... us, you will find the experience to be everything you hope for and more.

a)

139.a thrilling

b)

139.a memorable

c)

139.an unpleasant

d)

139.an uninteresting

40.

White Swan Restaurant

Serving delicious food for over 25 years

Dear Ms. Stevens,

We were sorry to learn that you had 139. .................... experience at our restaurant last weekend. I hope that you will 140. ................... my most sincere apologies, which I extend on behalf of the entire restaurant staff. We always strive to provide our customers with excellent service. 141. ...............

I am enclosing a coupon so that you and your family can enjoy a dinner on us. I hope that next time you 142. ................... us, you will find the experience to be everything you hope for and more.

a)

140.accept

b)

140.except

c)

140.exceed

d)

140.acquire

41.

White Swan Restaurant

Serving delicious food for over 25 years

Dear Ms. Stevens,

We were sorry to learn that you had 139. .................... experience at our restaurant last weekend. I hope that you will 140. ................... my most sincere apologies, which I extend on behalf of the entire restaurant staff. We always strive to provide our customers with excellent service. 141. ...............

I am enclosing a coupon so that you and your family can enjoy a dinner on us. I hope that next time you 142. ................... us, you will find the experience to be everything you hope for and more.

a)

141. Our menu includes a variety ò dishes to suit all tastes.

b)

141. Unfortunately, we did not meet this goal last Saturday.

c)

141. We are known as one of the best restaurants in the city.

d)

141. Our chef is highly experienced and received training in Paris.

42.

White Swan Restaurant

Serving delicious food for over 25 years

Dear Ms. Stevens,

We were sorry to learn that you had 139. .................... experience at our restaurant last weekend. I hope that you will 140. ................... my most sincere apologies, which I extend on behalf of the entire restaurant staff. We always strive to provide our customers with excellent service. 141. ...............

I am enclosing a coupon so that you and your family can enjoy a dinner on us. I hope that next time you 142. ................... us, you will find the experience to be everything you hope for and more.

a)

142. will visit

b)

142. to visit

c)

142. visiting

d)

142. visit

43.

Transportation Survey

The City Transportation Office is conducting a survey 143. .................. find out how we can better serve our citizens' transportation needs. 144. ..................

To complete the survey, please visit 145. .................. web site and click on "survey." 146. ............. you answer the questions, your name will be entered in a drawing to win one of ten cash prizes.

a)

143. to

b)

143. for

c)

143. then

d)

143. because

44.

Transportation Survey

The City Transportation Office is conducting a survey 143. .................. find out how we can better serve our citizens' transportation needs. 144. ..................

To complete the survey, please visit 145. .................. web site and click on "survey." 146. ............. you answer the questions, your name will be entered in a drawing to win one of ten cash prizes.

a)

144. Surveys are a common method of gathering information from a large group of people.

b)

144. The city's public transportation services are used by a large cross section of the local population.

c)

144. The information we gather will help us improve transportation services throughout the city.

d)

144. The results of the survey showed that improvements are urgently needed in several areas.

45.

Transportation Survey

The City Transportation Office is conducting a survey 143. .................. find out how we can better serve our citizens' transportation needs. 144. ..................

To complete the survey, please visit 145. .................. web site and click on "survey." 146. ............. you answer the questions, your name will be entered in a drawing to win one of ten cash prizes.

a)

145. their

b)

145. your

c)

145. our

d)

145. its

46.

Transportation Survey

The City Transportation Office is conducting a survey 143. .................. find out how we can better serve our citizens' transportation needs. 144. ..................

To complete the survey, please visit 145. .................. web site and click on "survey." 146. ............. you answer the questions, your name will be entered in a drawing to win one of ten cash prizes.

a)

146. Moreover

b)

146. Although

c)

146. Until

d)

146. After

Reading 6 Test 1 Part 5&6

Total questions: 46

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