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101. The Payroll Department _______ that all
employees submit their completed and signed time
sheets no later than Thursday due to the upcoming
holiday.
(a) wants
(b) requests
(c) desires
(d) likes
102. The Hiring Manager found the _______ was
qualified, but felt that he was not a good fit for the
company, so he stopped the negotiations.
(a) candid
(b) candidate
(c) candidly
(d) candidacy
103. After touring the manufacturing plant, she _______
that we could apply many of their procedures to our own
operations at the Birmingham facility.
(a) determination
(b) determined
(c) determinating
(d) determines
104. It is mandatory _______ all employees to turn in
their timecards by Wednesday, or else they will have to
wait to receive their checks the following Wednesday.
(a) from
(b) to
(c) by
(d) for
105. Please check with Maria to see if she _______ the

the _______ time, please email me and I'll try to
reschedule at a more convenient time.
(a) prepared
(b) supported
(c) arranged
(d) canceled
110. Julia in the Promotions Department announced in
today's staff meeting that the company picnic, weather
permitting, is _______ for next Tuesday.
(a) recorded
(b) scheduled
(c) appointed
(d) programmed
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111. If you feel it is essential to make changes in the
order at this time, please _______ with the Head
Designer on how the changes will affect the schedule.
(a) refer
(b) discuss
(c) consult
(d) confirm
112. The new customer service assistants will be trained
by a team of three people _______ have a combined
total of twenty-three years' experience with our company.
(a) whose
(b) who
(c) what
(d) whom
113. International economic reports conclude that rising
interest rates are to blame for the _______ of

(b) despite
(c) unless
(d) since
118. Her vast market analysis knowledge and contacts
within the industry make Adrienne Reston an incredible
_______ for our company's marketing department.
(a) research
(b) resource
(c) resort
(d) response
119. After we analyze the proposals and make a
recommendation, the final decision will then be _______
to the project manager and her immediate supervisor.
(a) down
(b) up
(c) on
(d) with
120. Insurance company MediLife acquired LifeSure last
week in a multi-million dollar _______ that industry
analysts say will result in several layoffs.
(a) merger
(b) policy
(c) separation
(d) attachment
121. Jean works in the subcommittee that tests and
_______ all new software programs before programs are
purchased and installed.
(a) reveres
(b) reverses
(c) reviews

126. When mailing in your catalogue order, don't forget
to _______ each item number on the correct item line of
the order form.
(a) incline
(b) invite
(c) include
(d) incite
127. Yesterday, Kelvin Scientific announced its _______
plan to build two new production plants and double its
workforce over the next five to seven years.
(a) ambitious
(b) generous
(c) sprawling
(d) driving
128. The corporation now offers more incentives for
employees in order to avoid the _______ high turnover
rate that seems to be worsening.
a) cautiously
(b) believably
(c) carelessly
(d) historically
129. Our tenants are upset because they weren't
informed that very soon a major highway construction
project would be taking place _______ their building.
(a) along
(b) beside
(c) through
(d) within
130. I'm interfacing _______ New York at 3 p.m., and I
have a report due at the end of the day, so I'm going to

(a) toleration
(b) tolerating
(c) tolerate
(d) tolerated
135. All car dealerships consider different factors,
including _______, when formulating the vehicle's trade-
in value, but some are fairer than others.
(a) depreciate
(b) depreciation
(c) appreciate
(d) appreciation
136. The technology industry _______ towards the
research and development of wireless communications
in the last decade.
(a) shifts
(b) will have shifted
(c) has shifted
(d) will shift
137. The most _______ period for the American
hospitality industry is usually in the summer between the
early May and mid-September.
(a) expensive
(b) costly
(c) profitable
(d) worthy
138. The _______ was a great success and, as a result,
I have several meetings set up for next week that should
produce a few new client contracts.
(a) presenter
(b) present

results, however, prompted the analysis of savings habits instead.
142. (a) in
(b) on
(c) by
(d) for
“When we designed the study, we expected to learn more about young professionals as
consumers,” _______ Eric Bradley, Professor of Economics at Waverly University, ”but instead
we learned more about the financial goals of this age group. When asked about their reasons
for saving, most respondents replied that they wanted to make sure they could support
themselves in old age.”
143. (a) quoted
(b) retorted
(c) commented
(d) questioned
Questions 144-146 refer to the following letter.
Hampton Insurance Agency
4715 Albertson Blvd., Suite A-103
Marietta, Georgia 29174
To whom it may concern:
It is my pleasure to write this letter of recommendation in support of Joshua Baker. Josh has been an
employee of Hampton Insurance Agency for _______ ten years.
144. (a) hardly
(b) easily
(c) closely
(d) nearly
He started as our office clerk, but after one year we asked him to become a claims adjuster. I
recommended him for this _______ because of his outstanding ability to work with clients.
145. (a) election
(b) promotion
(c) negotiation

astonishing $49.99. That's a forty dollar price _______!
148. (a) cut
(b) reduce
(c) sale
(d) cost
But we didn't stop with the price cuts. Check out our cool two-for-one special, which allows you
to take home two pairs of shoes - any style and price - for the price of one. Everything in the
store is on the sale, including all accessories. This is the time to stock up on all your favorite
shoes, because you'll never see shoe prices this _______ again.
149. (a) cheaply
(b) cheaper
(c) cheapest
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(d) cheap
Big Foot Shoes
Questions 150-152 refer to the following letter.
8700 Oceanview Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90230
Ad Event Media Agency
September 15
Dear Mr. Jordan,
I have known Clara Wu for the past three years _______ she has worked as a Sales Associate
for Ad Event Media Agency
150. (a) for
(b) while
(c) by
(d) around
Clara has never failed to impress with _______ strong work ethic and her one-of-a-kind
personality.
151. (a) its

Additionally, based on your good credit standing, extra cash may be just a phone call away. Call
me directly at PMI Financial to apply for the money you want.
Karen Mortenson,
Your PMI Financial Manager
1-800-454-3432 ext. 103
153. What is the purpose of the letter?
(a) To remind Mr. Wernecke to pay his balance
(b) To welcome Mr. Wernecke to PMI Financial
(c) To inform Mr. Wernecke that his credit line has been
increased
(d) To notify Mr. Wernecke that his loan application has
been received
154. How much is Mr. Wernecke's credit line?
(a) $103
(b) $800
(c) $1000
(d) $1500
155. What will Mr. Wernecke most likely do if he wants
extra money?
(a) Go to the nearest PMI store
(b) Fill out an application online
(c) Call his PMI Financial representative
(d) Contact one of Ms. Mortenson's employees
156. The word “transaction” in the first paragraph, line 4
is closest in meaning to
(a) sales
(b) tax
(c) business
(d) contract
MORNINGSTAR REAL ESTATE PARTNERS

(d) $765.
159. When does the lease begin?
(a) March 31
(b) April 1
(c) June 15
(d) June 17
160. The word “terminate” in paragraph 1, line 4 is
closest in meaning to
(a) expire
(b) originate
(c) repeat
(d) continue
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Friday, November 9, 6:30 P.M.
Corporate Headquarters
8900 Lincoln Avenue
Providence, RI 02912
Speaker
Victor Martin, Co-founder and Chairperson of the Board
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RSVP to Barbara North by October 31
1779 Elm Road, Providence, RI 02912
165. Who is NOT likely a recipient of the invitation?
(a) Long-standing clients
(b) Current employees
(c) Family members of employees
(d) Friends in the industry.
166. When is the last day to RSVP?
(a) October 1
(b) October 31
(c) November 9
(d) November 25
167. Why is Martin-Curry hosting the reception?
(a) To acknowledge the hard work of the employees
(b) To observe a major company milestone
(c) To honor the company's co-founder
(d) To celebrate the opening of the headquarters
168. The word “innovation” in the first paragraph, fourth
line is closest in meaning to?
(a) quality
(b) integrity
(c) competence
(d) originality

(a) A project manager
(b) A banker
(c) A real-estate agent
(d) An insurance agent
172. The word “embrace” in the second paragraph, line 2
is closest in meaning to
(a) adopt
(b) hug
(c) contain
(d) hold
3000 Andre Drive
Columbus, OH 78321
March 15
Mary Louise Chiu
Glory Banks
4009 Washington Place
Columbus, OH 78321
Dear Ms. Chiu,
Thank you again for the opportunity to interview for the teller manager position. I appreciated your
hospitality and enjoyed meeting you and members of your staff.
The interview convinced me of how compatible my background, interests, and skills are with the
goals of Glory Banks. As I mentioned during our conversation, my experience as a teller at the
Bank of Ohio has prepared me well for a management position. During the last five years, I have
learned the ins and outs of customer-service operations in the banking industry. Also, I may have
failed to mention during our meeting that I have experience in loan processing as well. I know if
given the chance to put this knowledge to use at your institution, I can be an asset to your Glory
Bank team. I am confident that my contributions will result in increased productivity and customer
satisfaction.
For more information on my experience as a teller, please call Bill Larrinaga at 650-345-9085. I
look forward to seeing you again.

2) Please specify whether your story is to appear as a column or a feature, and which column
you would prefer your story to appear in.
3) Please include your contact information and identify your preferable mode of communication.
If return of your submission is desired, a self-addressed stamped envelope must be provided.
All submissions are carefully considered, and an emphasis on male fitness is a must. Although
care will be taken, we assume no responsibility for lost submissions. Send your story idea to:
Rena Mubarek

3400 Irwin Road
Marshy Hills, CA 91823
Fax: 818-523-5435
177. What is the purpose of the guidelines?
(a) To solicit submissions for a periodical
(b) To seek new photographers for the magazine
(c) To request help generating new column formats
(d) To inform readers of the writing standards.
178. Who are the guidelines most likely intended for?
(a) Muscles Magazine subscribers
(b) Weightlifters
(c) Sports commentators
(d) Freelance writers
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179. What is NOT a listed method of contacting Ms.
Mubarek?
(a) E-mail
(b) Telephone
(c) Fax
(d) Postal service.
180. Where would one most likely find these guidelines?
(a) At a fitness center

(d) Telephoto lens.
183. What repair action was taken that was NOT
specifically requested?
(a) A new battery was installed.
(b) A rewind mechanism was replaced.
(c) A new flash unit was installed.
(d) The viewfinder problems were corrected.
184. How long did it take to repair the camera after Ms.
Abdul-Ali sent it?
(a) One day
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(b) One week
(c) One month
(d) Two months
185. When did Ms. Abdul-Ali most likely write the le?
(a) As soon as she first bought the camera
(b) Before reviewing her warranty information
(c) After talking to an agent of Shooter Cameras
(d) After receiving the repaired camera
Confidential Sales Candidate Screening
Sales Force Profile
Candidate: Amber Tillerman
Company: M. Bingerburg Group
Date: January 12
Hiring Recommendation: Hirable
The screening deals specifically with Ms. Tillerman's sales potential. This screening has
determined that Amber has a natural aptitude for positions within the marketing profession.
Generating short-term sales should be expected from Ms. Tillerman, and she will certainly yield
results in a highly competitive market.
In the table below, we have included Ms. Tillerman's results which are based on a set of

employment
(d) To request an interview with him.
189. What will Mr. Bingerburg most likely do next?
(a) Hire Ms. Tillerman
(b) Check Ms. Tillerman's references
(c) Ask Ms. Tillerman to complete a training program
(d) Schedule another interview with Ms. Tillerman.
190. Which of Ms. Tillerman's weaknesses was NOT
addressed in Ms. Truman's e-mail?
(a) Commitment
(b) Availability
(c) Money Motivation
(d) Trainability.
Jerry Polanco
Development Specialist
National Organization for Education
4300 West 12th Street
Denver, CO 029344
July 23
Dear Mr. Polanco,
Alicia Jefferson suggested that I contact you about my interest in grant writing and fundraising.
She said you are one of the best people to talk to in regard to careers in development.
I am leaving the Institute for Affordable Housing after seven years of experience in grant writing.
Because of my positive experience, I would like to continue working with a nonprofit
organization. Currently, I'm exploring the possibility of taking a position with the Coalition of
Writers. However, before I venture further into the job market, I would like to benefit from the
experience and knowledge of other professionals in the field who might advise me on other
opportunities for someone with my qualifications. I have several questions which I believe you
could help clarify. Perhaps we could meet briefly sometime during the next two weeks to discuss
my career plans. I will call your office on Tuesday, July 31, to schedule a meeting time.

Jack McIntire
3303 Mountaincrest Road
Holbrook, NH 56333
July 1
Dear Mr. McIntire,
I am writing to request your assistance in organizing a corporate outing at Rollers Amusement
Park. We have visited the park for the past four years for our Intern Appreciation Party and have
been pleased with your service. I hope that we can continue the tradition this year.
We plan on having the outing on Friday, August 7 and must be firm with this date because it is
the last working day for our interns. This year, we will be treating twenty-two guests to a day at
the park and would like to request catering service as well. I have reviewed your menu online
and would like the Menu “E” Option (Hot Dogs/ Veggie Burgers/pies and cakes). We will only
need three vegetarian plates.
Thank you in advance for your help. Please contact me at 312-634-6643 if you need any
additional information regarding the outing.
Sincerely,
Kim Sterling
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196. Why is Ms. Sterling writing to Mr. McIntire?
(a) To ask for a discount for the corporate outing
(b) To organize a special day for some workers
(c) To plan the menu for the company event
(d) To thank him for several years of service.
197. How long does Ms. Sterling have to return the contract in order to secure the
reservation?
(a) Three days
(b) Seven days
(c) Nine days
(d) Fourteen days.
198. What item on Menu “E” did Ms. Sterling NOT mention in her letter?