- A. has inspected
- B. inspected
- C. will inspect
- D. inspecting
- A. attract
- B. attracted
- C. attractive
- D. attraction
- A. competes
- B. competitively
- C. competitive
- D. competed
- A. Few
- B. Many
- C. Each
- D. Every
- A. subscribe
- B. subscribed
- C. subscription
- D. subscribing
- A. issuing
- B. issued
- C. issuance
- D. issue
- A. holding
- B. buying
- C. folding
- D. wearing
- A. arrangement
- B. arrange
- C. arranging
- D. arranged
- A. successful
- B. succeed
- C. success
- D. successfully
- A. despite
- B. although
- C. however
- D. until
- A. decorative
- B. decorators
- C. decorator
- D. decoratively
- A. shortened
- B. lengthened
- C. transferred
- D. calculated
- A. quick
- B. quicker
- C. quickly
- D. most quickly
- A. If
- B. Though
- C. During
- D. Every
- A. Although
- B. Instead of
- C. In spite of
- D. Nevertheless
- A. Each other
- B. Whoever
- C. These
- D. Those
- A. nearly
- B. by
- C. soon
- D. between
- A. creative
- B. creatively
- C. creation
- D. creativity
- A. hosted
- B. will host
- C. is hosting
- D. host
- A. those
- B. them
- C. they
- D. themselves
- A. although
- B. whenever
- C. because
- D. owing to
- A. similar to
- B. opposed to
- C. entitled to
- D. attached to
- A. considerably
- B. efficiently
- C. extremely
- D. greatly
- A. forecast
- B. receipt
- C. prediction
- D. estimate
- A. beyond
- B. during
- C. besides
- D. without
- A. comfortable
- B. comfort
- C. comfortably
- D. comforted
- A. which
- B. whose
- C. whichever
- D. whoever
- A. celebrate
- B. celebration
- C. celebrating
- D. celebrated
- A. responds
- B. corresponds
- C. reacts
- D. resolves
- A. with
- B. from
- C. to
- D. toward
Over the past several months, our entire team completed one of the most demanding production seasons on record. Your --(131)-- effort made this result possible. To recognize everyone who helped us reach this --(132)--, management is hosting an appreciation luncheon here at Ridgemark Apparel.
The event will take place in the main hall on the final Friday of the month. A complete meal and refreshments will be provided at no charge. --(133)--. Work shifts will be adjusted that day so that every employee can attend without losing pay.
There is nothing you need to bring, and no cost will fall to you. Please tell your supervisor by next Wednesday whether you plan to join us, so that we --(134)-- enough seating for the entire staff.
Thank you again for your hard work. We look forward to celebrating together.
- A. persistently
- B. persistent
- C. persistence
- D. more persistent
- A. conclusion
- B. agreement
- C. deadline
- D. milestone
- A. Refreshments are set out in the break room every single morning
- B. The company picnic held last summer drew a much smaller crowd
- C. The food will be served buffet-style from noon until two o'clock
- D. Replacement uniforms will reach the sewing floor early next week
- A. arranged
- B. have arranged
- C. can arrange
- D. were arranging
- A. renewing
- B. rewarding
- C. discontinuing
- D. introducing
- A. rewards
- B. points
- C. discounts
- D. distances
- A. specially
- B. specialize
- C. special
- D. specialties
- A. Our shelves hold everything from paints to fine brushes
- B. Members also enjoy early access to our seasonal sales
- C. Turn left at the second light to reach our entrance
- D. This district has long welcomed painters and sculptors
The weeks leading up to the winter holidays are our busiest of the year, and we expect a steady increase in shoppers.
Beginning December 1, the showroom will stay open two hours later each evening. This change will be --(139)--, lasting only through the end of December. --(140)--.
Please review the posted shift chart and indicate which extra evenings you can work by November 20. --(141)--, we will confirm the final schedule and post it in the break room.
If you have questions about the new hours, speak with Rachel Okafor at the service desk. She is responsible for --(142)-- the additional shifts and answering any scheduling concerns.
- A. temporary
- B. permanent
- C. gradual
- D. routine
- A. New product lines will arrive in the spring catalog
- B. Staff discounts increase during the holiday season
- C. The service desk closes at noon on weekends
- D. Our regular daytime hours will stay the same
- A. In addition
- B. After that
- C. Even so
- D. In summary
- A. coordinated
- B. coordinate
- C. coordinating
- D. coordinates
March 12
Mr. Nathan Baird
48 Larch Street
Calderton, OH 44018
Dear Mr. Baird,
Thank you for your recent inquiry about the charge on your February statement. We --(143)-- your account in full. Since receiving your message, our billing team has examined each of your recent payments.
After this review, we confirmed that a billing --(144)-- had indeed occurred, and the amount you were charged has been corrected. The overcharged sum will be credited to your account within five business days. --(145)--, your next statement will reflect a lower balance than usual.
We have enclosed a corrected copy of your February statement, which shows the adjusted total for your records. Should you need any additional information, please contact our customer service office at any time. --(146)--.
Sincerely,
Paula Okoro
Calder Valley Energy
- A. have reviewed
- B. were reviewing
- C. might review
- D. would have reviewed
- A. refund
- B. statement
- C. payment
- D. error
- A. In addition
- B. As a result
- C. However
- D. Meanwhile
- A. Our staff is always glad to assist you
- B. Congratulations on opening a new store
- C. We could not locate your account records
- D. We will start reviewing your account soon
Elmswood Planetarium — Our Renovated Dome Theater Is Open Again
We are delighted to welcome you back to the Elmswood Planetarium dome theater, which has reopened following a three-month renovation. Our long-standing theater has been thoroughly updated to give you a fresh viewing experience.
At the heart of the update is a new digital projection system. It displays each show with far greater sharpness and detail, so the stars and planets on the dome appear crisper and more lifelike than before.
The theater seats 90 guests and presents shows every afternoon and evening. Reserve your seats through our website and join us beneath the night sky.
- A. To present a newly upgraded attraction to the public
- B. To announce the construction of a new venue
- C. To alert visitors to a temporary closure
- D. To provide instructions for reserving tickets
- A. It presents a wider selection of shows.
- B. It makes images look clearer and more detailed.
- C. It lasts longer than the previous equipment.
- D. It allows the theater to seat more guests.
From: Windmere Audio Member Team
To: Nathaniel Dawes
Subject: A new collection is now part of your membership
Dear Mr. Dawes,
As a current member of Windmere Audio, you and thousands of fellow listeners now have access to a newly added collection at no extra cost to your account.
The collection offers 40 recent titles in mystery and travel writing, which were gathered in partnership with several independent bookshops. Every recording is performed entirely by professional narrators, and playback continues from one chapter to the next with no advertisements in between.
To begin, open the New Additions menu from your account home screen. Thank you for listening with us.
The Windmere Audio Member Team
- A. Professional voice performers
- B. Employees of the streaming service
- C. People who already hold accounts
- D. Owners of independent bookshops
- A. Recordings made by trained voice professionals
- B. Samples of printed cover illustrations
- C. Advertising messages between chapters
- D. Reviews submitted by other listeners
