2008年12月托业考试真题变型题及答案（词汇和语法部分）
【摘要】 托业即TOEIC（Test of English for International Communication），中文译为国际交流英语考试，是针对在国际工作环境中使用英语交流的人们而指定的英语能力测评考试，由美国教育考试服务中心设计。下面是2008年12月托业考试真题变型题及答案（词汇和语法部分），小编建议有准备参加考试的备考生一定要合理规划时间，仔细阅读相关规定，提前做好考前准备。下面让我们看看2008年12月托业考试真题变型题及答案（词汇和语法部分）的具体内容：
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) effectiveness102. It is difficult for management both to satisfy ------- to discipline such a large staff.(A) if (B) and (C) such (D) but103. Mr. Smith ------- his weekly groceries every Friday, so tell him what you need.(A) order (B) orders (C) to order (D) ordered104. President Jacobson is expected to be in town------- the meeting of industry leaders.(A) for (B) under (C) across (D) down105. The bookshelf is too big for Andrew and Jessie to carry by -------.(A) their (B) them (C) themselves (D) their own106. You will need your order tracking number to confirm the ------- of your gift on the website.(A) deliver (B) delivery (C) deliverer (D) delivered107. Janet Evans is expected to replace Mr. Bowers ------- CEO of Fabrics US following his retirement.(A) as (B) like (C) about (D) but108. For the renovation of the main stairway, please enter through either the elevator ------- the back stairwell.(A) or (B) with (C) into (D) not109. 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) every110. ------- 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) Since111. Because the banquet budget was -------calculated, the planning committee had to choose a less expensive catering service.(A) inaccuracy (B) inaccurate (C) inaccurately (D) inaccuracies112. After we have received authorization from the head office, we will send ------- the employment contract to sign.(A) she (B) her (C) hers (D) herself113. Rental prices of our condos are ------- to property availability and can change at the owner's discretion.(A) subject (B) public (C) plain (D) general114. Mrs. Dowry is ------- to receive the award of public relations officer of the year.(A) pleasure (B) pleased (C) pleasing (D) please115. Recent surveys of college undergraduates indicate ------- most students plan to major in business, economics, or engineering.(A) which (B) that (C) what(D) those116. 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) number117. A newly implemented management system is responsible for ------- sales at the retail store.(A) increase (B) increases (C) increased (D) increasingly118. Check the batteries of your fire alarms ------- to keep up with safety regulations.(A) avoidably (B) regularly (C) lately (D) highly119. Any requests for vacation time must have the------- of the general manager.(A) approve (B) approved (C) approval (D) approvingly120. 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) deadline121. ------- Brigg Electric has its headquarters in Los Angeles, it has branches throughout the continental US.(A) Although (B) Until now (C) or else (D) Thus122. 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 been123. Because of an urgent personal matter, Dr. Grey's talk will be ------- until next month's gathering.(A) belated (B) directed (C) presented (D) postponed124. The community college has a total of twenty academic departments ------- its institution.(A) between (B) because (C) within (D) as for125. Human resources offers orientation seminars to ------- hired staff.(A) approximately (B) recently (C) exactly (D) comparatively126. The model of the bicycle you want is available for order ------- gray, silver, and gold.(A) in (B) at (C) to (D) of127. The town's tourist information desks are ------- by their large, bright signs.(A) identify (B) identifies (C) identity (D) identifiable128. The hospital has high ------- for the incoming surgeon, Dave Willis, who specializes in cardiac diseases.(A) expecting (B) expected (C) expectations (D) expectedly129. 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 as130. Political analyst Rober Shaw has been commended for the refreshing ------- in his essays on capitalism.(A) clear (B) clearly (C) clarity (D) clarifies131. 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) inception132. 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) also125. Human resources offers orientation seminars to ------- hired staff.(A) approximately (B) recently (C) exactly (D) comparatively126. The model of the bicycle you want is available for order ------- gray, silver, and gold.(A) in (B) at (C) to (D) of127. The town's tourist information desks are ------- by their large, bright signs.(A) identify (B) identifies (C) identity (D) identifiable128. The hospital has high ------- for the incoming surgeon, Dave Willis, who specializes in cardiac diseases.(A) expecting (B) expected (C) expectations (D) expectedly129. 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 as130. Political analyst Rober Shaw has been commended for the refreshing ------- in his essays on capitalism.(A) clear (B) clearly (C) clarity (D) clarifies131. 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) inception132. 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) also133. Of all the candidates for head of accounting, Mr. Lee is by far the most ------- and experienced.(A) conditional (B) requisite (C) secured (D) qualified134. Flower deliveries are made within 24 hours------- orders are called in by 2 P.M.(A) when (B) even (C) over (D) while135. The law firm's website has been ------- to increase usability for clients needing to track their cases.(A) progressed (B) relied (C) designed (D) notified136. ------- Cheryl leaves for Japan, she should be briefed on basic business culture etiquette.(A) Prior (B) Near (C) Before (D) Past137. 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) null138. 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 of139. 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) controversy140. ------- 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 thatQuestions 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) takingJuly 15. All middle and lower management staff are ------- to attend unless they have previous142. (A) reported (B) favored (C) required (D) includedcommitments.The seminar will include topics ------- business and leadership skills, performance management143. (A) as long as (B) likewise (C) nevertheless (D) such asplanning, 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 additionThe 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 to145. (A) answer (B) answers (C) to answer (D) answering 146. (A) mention (B) discourage (C) recommend (D) consideranyone who wishes to visit the south of France.Sincerely yours,Mary BrinnQuestions 147 to 149 refer to the following letter.November 20, 2008Ruth Dalton2459 S. Ammons St.Lakewood, CO 80227Dear Mrs. Dalton,Thank you for purchasing the full kitchen remodeling package. Your ------- of our company is highly147. (A) patronage (B) supervision (C) predicament (D) cooperationappreciated. 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) thinkTo 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) notifiesThank 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 press150. (A) sell (B) relocate (C) build (D) renovateconference last week. The ------- is expected to cost Silverline nearly 200 million dollars.151. (A) appeal (B) prediction (C) merger (D) ventureAccording 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.Reading101. Register your name and address on theWeb site in order to ------- a purchase online.(A) make (B) shop (C) owe (D) use102. All ------- for time off must go through the Human Resources Department first.(A) request (B) requests (C) requested (D) requesting103. Despite it being his first time in an authority position, Mark led the project remarkably -------.(A) partly (B) even (C) yet (D) well104. The detailed analyses of third and fourth quarter sales are included in ------- final report.(A) he (B) his (C) him (D) himself105. 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) remind106. Students enrolled as full-time can fully ------- in the university extracurricular clubs.(A) participate (B) participant (C) participating (D) had participated107. Dr. Byer is ------- with the renovations made to his clinic by the remodeling company.(A) pleasing (B) pleased (C) pleasant (D) pleasure108. When picking up your rental car, make sure to inspect the vehicle ------- for pre-existing damages.(A) strongly (B) firmly (C) extremely (D) thoroughly109. For more ------- about this month's special bargains, contact one of our customer representatives at 555-5258.(A) detail (B) details (C) detailed (D) detailing110. 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) alive111. The mechanic was able ------- the faulty wiring in the conference room.(A) repaired (B) repairing (C) to repair (D) will repair112. It is ------- urgent nor essential for Quality Brand Inc. to update its internal network at this time.(A) neither (B) nevertheless (C) therefore (D) if113. Excel Energy Corporation's new online training program has ----- features and forum discussions for trainees.(A) interactive (B) symptomatic (C) conclusive (D) broken114. Fabric Masters sells a variety ------- premium cotton shirts to more than 35 companies located internationally.(A) across (B) into (C) of (D) in115. 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 fast116. Please remind the presenters that the ------- of the talk should not exceed the 45-minute time limit.(A) instant (B) length (C) attention (D) specification117. 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) themselves118. The customer on hold on line two has questions ------- our cancellation and refund policies.(A) between (B) onto (C) next (D) regarding119. 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) even120. 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) partial121. 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) briefed122. Shoppers can save up to sixty percent ------- ordering their HomeCare Rice Cooker through the catalogue before January. (A) at (B) as (C) by (D) in123. 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) residence124. 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) and125. 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) continuously126. Four of the hotel's executive suites have been ------- for traveling diplomats who are on overseas assignments.(A) placed (B) reserved (C) collected (D) remained127. 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) each128. 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) growth129. Floor personnel should not sign out from their shift ------- all of the shelves are adequately stocked.(A) except (B) until (C) soon (D) earlier130. 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) accomplished131. We at Kitchen Supplies guarantee that orders will be delivered ------- three weeks time.(A) within (B) sometime (C) nearby (D) during132. 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 that133. 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) complainer134. Increasing ------- in the technology industries in Asia will force companies to recruit more qualified candidates.(A) challenge (B) encounter (C) opponent (D) competition135. 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 another136. The deadline for this month's articles for Fame Magazine has been ------- to August 30.(A) opened (B) extended (C) finished (D) progressed137. Despite having received positive reviews by industry critics, sales of the digital MP3 player have been quite -------. (A) disappoint (B) disappointed (C) disappointment (D) disappointing138. 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) critically139. 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 that140. ------- 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 beenQuestions 141 to 143 refer to the following memo.To: Staff, Research and Development Dept.From: Jasmine Sparks, ManagerDate: October 20Re: David Yang’s farewell partyI’m sure everyone in the department knows that David Yang will be leaving the company to work forMeyers 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 heldOctober 31, in the main conference room. I would like to ask each of you to contribute a small sum ofmoney for a present that the department will purchase for David in appreciation for the excellent workhe has done ----- the years. I have asked my secretary, Claudette, to receive your donations, so please142. (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’s144. (A) be informed (B) informing (C) inform (D) be informativeReal Estate representative in your area.Ms. Spano has been assisting clients in purchasing land and housing in the Bromley area for the lastseven 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) knowledgeableIf you are interested in buying -------, please write to her at cs@gibsondunn.com.146. (A) material (B) property (C) replacements (D) equipmentVery sincerely yours,MARILYN CARRManagerGibson & Dunn, LondonQuestions 147 to 149 refer to the following article.To help pay for infrastructure improvements, Governor Bill Anderson ------- a $1 increase on the147. (A) will approve (B) is approving (C) has approved (D) would approvetoll fee for vehicles entering the western turnpikes. The governor’s decision took effect last week. It isexpected that an amount of $80 million dollars will be generated from the increase this year and will beused to repair the state’s turnpike system. -------, the Transport Authority is now scheduling tunnel148. (A) Instead (B) Similarly (C) Before (D) Accordinglyand road renovations to ensure drivers’ convenience and safety.In a press conference held last week, Governor Anderson addressed the motorists’ concerns. He saidthat although the toll fee increase is -------, he believes that it will improve road and149. (A) unstable (B) unpopular (C) inefficient (D) insufficienttraffic conditions for all drivers using the turnpike.Questions 150 to 152 refer to the following letter.GIL DURDINDirectorNewline Shopping CenterDear Mr. Durdin,In high-traffic establishments such as yours, floors are used around the clock as deliverymen bringgoods and people come and go into the building. Given the ------- use, the floors must be very150. (A) convenient (B) constant (C) preferred (D) flexibledurable to remain usable over the years.To ------- this matter, Floorbest, Inc. has designed a special protective floor system specially for151. (A) research (B) achieve (C) prevent (D) addresssupermarkets and commercial centers like yours.We are the speediest installer in your region! After you make an order, a Floorbest installer will visityour location within two business days to take the exact specifications for your business. Installationof the new flooring system ------- within four weeks.152. (A) will be guaranteeing (B) will guarantee (C) is guaranteed (D) was guaranteedTo request a free estimate, please call today at 373-4555.CLYDE PARKERManagerFloorbest, 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) than102. Assembly line workers and factory supervisors are encouraged to ------- safety helmets while working.(A) wear (B) wore (C) worn (D) wearing103. Parents of teenage kids are increasingly concerned about the ------- of money their children spend every day.(A) reason (B) amount (C) total (D) location104. Both the president ------- the executive assistant will be speaking at the annual company party this year.(A) either (B) or (C) and (D) nor105. 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) construct106. Passengers are asked to select their meal ------- on the online form when making their reservations.(A) prefers (B) preferring (C) preferences (D) preferred107. 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) for108. For a ------- time, club members may bring guests at half the price of the regular fee.(A) limit (B) limits (C) limited (D) limitation109. Go through the instruction manual ------- before assembling your new computer desk.(A) extremely (B) harmlessly (C) carefully (D) hardly110. Keeley Vacations is building their newest resort ------- the eastern section of the island.(A) in (B) up (C) against (D) during111. Hazelden Network Solutions ------- amended its policy on employee holiday and sick leave.(A) more recent (B) recent (C) recently (D) recentness112. Weather forecasters ------- that the storm headed towards the town would hit around mid-day.(A) predicted (B) prediction (C) predictable (D) predictably113. ------- the summer holiday, Max Music will be closed from June 6 to June 10.(A) According to (B) Because of (C) However (D) Therefore114. 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) contributing115. Many customers find that the application process for a house mortgage is overly -------.(A) complicate (B) complicating (C) complicated (D) complicatedly116. Please make sure to fill out your daily reports properly ------- we can monitor your progress.(A) also (B) yet (C) even (D) so117. Our credit card policy regarding interest rates is ------- available in print or digital format.(A) ready (B) readying (C) readily (D) readiness118. 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) noted119. ------- 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 to120. Flyers and posters for the weekend's event should be posted ------- employees could see them.(A) wherever (B) whoever (C) whatever (D) whichever121. 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) qualifications122. 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 that123. 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) practice124. World Connect aims to be the most successful global ------- of international delivery solutions.(A) provided (B) provider (C) provision (D) providing125. The hiring process at Gibson Factories is ------- watched by government agents specializing in legal immigration.(A) approximately (B) nearly (C) closely (D) doubtingly126. 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 own127. 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) recreational128. Our Asian and Middle-Eastern markets have grown ------- larger since establishing branch offices at various international locations. (A) consider (B) considerate (C) considerable (D) considerably129. 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) journeyed130. 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) vacating131. 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) besides132. In her most anticipated film yet, Margaret Jones has ------- to incorporate elements of realism into her work.(A) attempted (B) completed (C) persuaded (D) recognized133. 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) commitment134. The groups ------- members fail to show up will be immediately disqualified from the event.(A) its (B) that (C) which (D) whose135. Our CEO is prepared to offer ------- incentives to distributors that sell our product in high quantities.(A) additional (B) fixed (C) multiple (D) hopeful136. 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) competent137. Inquiries ------- to payroll must be directed to the accounting department located on the 5th floor.(A) pertaining (B) receiving (C) similar (D) granted138. ------- 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) Despite139. Federal agencies have finally released the reports indicating a nationwide ------- in skilled workers.(A) reward (B) surplus (C) price (D) substitute140. 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) errorShe is ------- the manager of the fine dining place. Wesley Boyd is the chef.142. (A) actually (B) probably (C) rarely (D) usuallyI believe the writer of the article may have cited the wrong information because Maria’s daughter, BethFlanagan, was the restaurant’s chef for a few years. The manager of Italy 2000 Restaurant is extremelyproud of ------- business as it has played an important role in attracting visitors to the community.143. (A) your (B) her (C) his (D) ourIt is a great spot to eat a delicious Italian meal!Sincerely yours,Donald NewbornNorth Side residentQuestions 144 to 146 refer to the following e-mail.To: BWA general membershipFrom: Owen Drage, PresidentDate: February 21Subject: March conferenceAttachment: Conference brochure and registration formDear Colleagues,It was an honor to meet so many of you at the general meeting last week, when we talked about waysfor members ------- information and have our organization benefit the business community.144. (A) have shared (B) are sharing (C) will share (D) to shareWith that goal in mind, I would like to invite you to attend the BWA Conference on Dealing with theOngoing Economic Crisis scheduled for March 15-18 in Sacramento. The conference will featureseminars on corporate social responsibility and protecting the stockholders. These ------- were145. (A) arguments (B) topics (C) questions (D) materialssuggested by members in response to a questionnaire that we sent out last month. I am positive thatthe conference will provide ------- opportunities to unite with colleagues and determine ways to use our146. (A) valuable (B) value (C) to value (D) valuingknowledge in improving the economic picture for everyone involved.Please see the attached files for additional details and information on how to register for theconference.Best regards,Owen Drage, PresidentBusiness Worldwide AssociationQuestions 147 to 149 refer to the following e-mail.To: Benjamin CastroFrom: Larry BiggsRe: Internal transferDate: August 15Dear Ben,I am pleased to inform you that your request for a transfer has been -------. As of September 1, you147. (A) cancelled (B) appreciated (C) approved (D) interruptedwill 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 discuss148. (A) were reported (B) reported (C) reporting (D) will reportyour immediate tasks, which will include familiarizing yourself with R&D systems, current projects andnew research. In addition, may I encourage you to complete any unfinished assignments in yourpresent position and assist in orienting your ------- before you vacate your post by the end of149. (A) occupant (B) replacement (C) recipient (D) attendantthe month?Congratulations on your transfer, and we at Dover wish you the best!Warm regards,Larry BiggsQuestions 150 to 152 refer to the following article.GamePlan Videos, Inc. reported a considerable ------- in its final quarter net earnings after150. (A) rise (B) interest (C) hold (D) declinelaunching its newest video game “Music Maker” just six weeks ago. The role-playing game has donevery well in a saturated market, selling over one million units ------- its first six weeks in major151. (A) before (B) since (C) after (D) duringstores across the country. Ross Patterson, director of GamePlan, said at a press conference that hewas “confident about Music Maker’s success, and expects that the popularity of the game will improveGamePlan’s global reputation as a top producer of video games.” Patterson noted that in the sameperiod of time, sales of GamePlan’s other games ------- as well.152. (A) grow (B) will grow (C) grew (D) would growGamePlan 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 isover.
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