- A. always
- B. very
- C. ever
- D. much
- A. hesitate
- B. offer
- C. consider
- D. decline
- A. As long as
- B. In case of
- C. Unless
- D. Whereas
- A. returned
- B. donated
- C. collected
- D. purchased
- A. even though
- B. as though
- C. in case
- D. so that
- A. negotiable
- B. washable
- C. movable
- D. favorable
- A. nearly
- B. rarely
- C. narrowly
- D. gradually
- A. convenient
- B. comfortable
- C. affordable
- D. spacious
- A. proposed
- B. propose
- C. proposal
- D. proposing
- A. completed
- B. completing
- C. complete
- D. completes
- A. desirable
- B. perishable
- C. returnable
- D. predictable
- A. receipt
- B. bulletin
- C. schedule
- D. directory
- A. apologies
- B. prescriptions
- C. invoices
- D. reminders
- A. among
- B. alongside
- C. between
- D. toward
- A. dependable
- B. versatile
- C. spacious
- D. popular
- A. vouchers
- B. brochures
- C. refills
- D. samples
- A. on account of
- B. in spite of
- C. in addition to
- D. in place of
- A. operate
- B. inspect
- C. maintain
- D. observe
- A. into
- B. throughout
- C. against
- D. among
- A. brief
- B. briefs
- C. briefly
- D. briefed
- A. reactions
- B. expectations
- C. intentions
- D. impressions
- A. indicates
- B. indicative
- C. indicating
- D. indication
- A. successful
- B. success
- C. succeed
- D. successfully
- A. reduce
- B. reduced
- C. reducing
- D. reduction
- A. gradually
- B. briefly
- C. rarely
- D. promptly
- A. just
- B. far
- C. well
- D. soon
- A. despite
- B. although
- C. because
- D. however
- A. rehearsal
- B. reception
- C. greeting
- D. notice
- A. with
- B. to
- C. for
- D. by
- A. throughout
- B. following
- C. within
- D. preceding
- A. pressure
- B. source
- C. supply
- D. quality
- A. stopping
- B. were stopped
- C. has stopped
- D. will stop
- A. The building's central heating will also be switched off that morning
- B. Setting aside water for washing is also a wise step
- C. Any leaks noticed after service returns should be reported promptly
- D. Water will stay available throughout the repair work
- A. cooperation
- B. cooperate
- C. cooperative
- D. cooperatively
We are forming a new committee to improve how our teams work together. Its members, all staff volunteers, will meet for one hour each week. This may sound demanding on top of regular duties. --(135)--, employees in other departments who joined similar groups last year found the work manageable and rewarding.
The committee's first task will be to review the --(136)-- we use to share files, which many find slow. Members will list every step it involves, from saving a document to sending it, and suggest which to cut.
Anyone who has led a project or --(137)-- part in committee work is welcome, though neither is required. To volunteer, please send me your name by March 26. --(138)--.
- A. Therefore
- B. In addition
- C. For example
- D. However
- A. schedule
- B. process
- C. location
- D. budget
- A. took
- B. taking
- C. taken
- D. takes
- A. Each of these meetings usually lasts most of an entire working day
- B. Its earlier suggestions have already saved us many hours of work
- C. Please remember that each name must reach my office by March 30
- D. Each volunteer can expect a reply within a few days of that deadline
Meadowlark Beverages Launches Verano Sparkling Iced Teas
Meadowlark Beverages today --(139)-- Verano, a new line of lightly carbonated iced teas made from whole tea leaves. Each drink is sweetened with a small amount of honey rather than with artificial --(140)--. The company believes this natural recipe and crisp taste set Verano apart from other beverages now on store shelves. The line will roll out to supermarkets across the country --(141)-- the coming eight weeks, starting in major cities before expanding to smaller markets. Sales of ready-to-drink teas have climbed steadily for the past several years. --(142)--.
- A. introduces
- B. introduction
- C. introducing
- D. introduce
- A. colors
- B. flavors
- C. sweeteners
- D. preservatives
- A. by
- B. throughout
- C. since
- D. around
- A. The company was founded over thirty years ago in one small town
- B. These loyal customers have asked for the recipe for many years
- C. Bottled water has become the fastest-growing beverage category
- D. Meadowlark expects Verano to capture a large share of that market
From: Leonard Maddox
To: Angela Kowalski
Date: November 4
Subject: Your Office Furniture Order
Dear Ms. Kowalski,
Thank you for your recent inquiry regarding office furniture for your new branch. We appreciate the opportunity to work with your company.
Based on the details you provided, we have prepared a detailed --(143)-- for the twenty desks and forty chairs you requested. The attached figures reflect our current prices and remain valid for thirty days.
The reduced rate shown applies --(144)-- the full order is confirmed by the end of this month. --(145)--. To proceed, please reply to this message with your written approval.
I --(146)-- available by phone or email should you have any further questions. We look forward to working with you.
Sincerely,
Leonard Maddox
Waverly Office Interiors
- A. warranty
- B. quotation
- C. invoice
- D. receipt
- A. provided that
- B. because
- C. although
- D. whereas
- A. These quoted prices will remain valid for a full period of thirty days
- B. The desks and chairs are also offered in several fabric color options
- C. Once your approval is received, we can arrange delivery within two weeks
- D. Our downtown showroom welcomes visitors on weekdays until five o'clock
- A. am
- B. was
- C. are
- D. being
To: Daniel Ackerman
From: Naomi Pearce
Date: March 4
Subject: Your Swim Course Enrollment
Dear Mr. Ackerman,
Thank you for registering at Selby Community Aquatic Center. Your place in our beginner group swimming course is now confirmed. The class meets every Saturday and follows the same routine each week, so newcomers can learn at a comfortable pace alongside others. Gareth Bowman works with the group in the water at every session, showing each movement before the swimmers practice it, while a lifeguard watches from beside the pool.
Please bring a towel, a swim cap, and a pair of goggles. Sessions usually start at ten o'clock, but the opening meeting begins an hour earlier, so plan to arrive by nine o'clock.
We look forward to seeing you.
Sincerely,
Naomi Pearce
Registration Coordinator
- A. A weekly class for learners with no experience
- B. A private swimming session with a coach
- C. An advanced course for experienced swimmers
- D. A drop-in session available on any weekday
- A. A staff member who processes registrations
- B. A teacher who leads the weekly classes
- C. A lifeguard who watches over the pool
- D. A newcomer who is taking the same course
Bramwell Parking Garage — Save on Every Workday
Do you pull in here nearly every morning and pay again each afternoon? A monthly reserved permit is built for you. Daily parkers spend $14 per day, but a flat permit costs just $190 a month. Your permit is assigned to one vehicle and cannot be shared, and it lets you exit and return as often as you like each day. Only 20 permits remain. Sign up at the payment kiosk near the entrance.
Open daily, 5 A.M. to midnight.
Ask attendant Dale Corrigan at the booth for help.
- A. Garage employees who staff the entrance booth
- B. Drivers who occasionally pay the daily rate for short visits
- C. Couriers whose routes require frequent short stops each day
- D. Commuters who arrive on most weekday mornings
- A. It may be shared with a second registered driver.
- B. It requires an extra payment each time a car enters.
- C. It permits leaving and re-entering multiple times daily.
- D. It grants access to the garage around the clock.
