1 Those residents of Delaware County on low incomes may be __________ to benefits and other financial assistance.

A. entailed

B. entered

C. entitled

D. entrusted

Question 2

There are several reference books in the storeroom on the shelf, one of ___________ will certainly contain the information you are looking for.

A. these

B. that

C. whose

D. which

Question 3

The Statistics Division has _________ responsibility for gathering economic data and providing financial analysis.

A. direct

B. directed

C. direction

D. directly

Question 4

__________ the current economic climate, it has become necessary to extend the settlement period for all unsecured debts.

A. Give

B. Given

C. Gives

D. Giving

Question 5

TransPower Inc. has been awarded a license for oil and gas __________ off the south coast of Greenland.

A. explore

B. explorative

C. explorer

D. exploration

Question 6

Dr. Wilkinson claimed to _________ me before at a previous conference, but I had no recollection of this myself.

A. meet

B. meeting

C. have met

D. be meeting

Question 7

We can schedule the repairs for Tuesday or Wednesday next week; __________ days suit me.

A. both

B. each

C. either

D. every

Question 8

Workers at the plant approved __________ the union's decision to campaign for flexible working hours.

A. to

B. of

C. with

D. at

Question 9

Please could you confirm whether it is your __________to return to work after the birth of your child.

A. rationale

B. meaning

C. intention

D. purpose

Question 10

The board failed by a single vote to __________ the President's veto of the proposal for expansion into overseas markets.

A. overrate

B. overreach

C. override

D. overrun

Question 11

The server upgrade is now complete and our website seems to be __________ normally again.

A. work

B. working

C. worked

D. works

Question 12

It looks as __________ garden furniture retailers will be hit by poor sales this month due to the unexpected bad weather.

A. like

B. that

C. though

D. why

Question 13

The automated electric gates at the main entrance to the factory can be opened by ___________ of a swipe card reader.

A. mean

B. meaning

C. meanly

D. means

Question 14

The management consultant we brought in has put __________ some very interesting suggestions for improving our company's performance.

A. about

B. on

C. forward

D. toward

Question 15

Dr. Ueyama, our vice president, thinks we should reject the offer of a merger with JVW Engineering, and I am __________ to agree.

A. inclined

B. included

C. incensed

D. incited

Question 16

The I.T. technician showed us how to reboot the server so that, __________ the problem occurs again, we will be able to fix it ourselves.

A. if

B. when

C. will

D. should

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During Karl Marshall's four-year _________ as governor, unemployment in the state fell by more than 20 percent.

A. tenancy

B. tendency

C. tenor

D. tenure

Question 18

Older people usually pay a lot _________ for auto insurance because they are less likely to have accidents than other drivers.

A. less

B. lesser

C. least

D. fewer

Question 19

Humanitarian experts consider education __________ the driving force in the economic and social transformation of developing countries.

A. be

B. being

C. to be

D. to being

Question 20

Jack and Simon have known _________ for many years as they were at college together.

A. each

B. each other

C. theirs

D. themselves

Question 21

Lisa Collins resigned as a trustee of the Arts Commission _________ to taking up her seat in government.

A. before

B. prior

C. sooner

D. already

Question 22

Rahul is a very conscientious employee who has always been a _________ worker.

A. hard

B. hardest

C. hardly

D. harden

Question 23

The new policy on data protection and confidentiality is expected to be _________ before the end of the year.

A. implement

B. implemented

C. implementing

D. implementation

Question 24

Ms. Leung is a fully qualified chemical engineer, __________ obtained her bachelor's degree ten years ago and her Professional Engineer (PE) license four years later.

A. had

B. have

C. has

D. having

Question 25

Production of the new X10 electric car has been stepped up as there was __________ a positive response when it was unveiled at last month's trade fair.

A. as

B. so

C. such

D. what

Question 26

One of the finest qualities of our outgoing chairman is that he is a man of his word, who always __________ his promises.

A. does

B. keeps

C. makes

D. answers

Question 27

_________ the river divides the city, there are two quite distinct parts, and each has its own character.

A. As well as

B. However

C. Because

D. Due to

Question 28

Safety goggles must _________ at all times when operating machinery in the tool room.

A. wear

B. wearing

C. wore

D. be worn

Question 29

Most reports suggest that MFW Enterprises is trading broadly in ___________ with expectations, and remains debt-free.

A. check

B. line

C. collaboration

D. touch

Question 30

Following ___________ of an associate's degree program in nursing, I decided to obtain an entry-level job and work toward my bachelor's degree.

A. complete

B. completed

C. completing

D. completion

Question 31

At the trial, lawyers for Garnton Construction ___________ all allegations of wrongdoing during the bidding process.

A. declined

B. denied

C. negated

D. refused

Question 32

We do not want to delay plans for the provision of a matching 401 (k) plan, and our employees do not want it to be delayed ___________.

A. either

B. neither

C. instead

D. too

Question 33

The economic crisis has meant that many workers are prepared to accept raises that fall __________ of the actual inflation rate.

A. short

B. shortage

C. shorten

D. shortly

Question 34

Florida Rentals offers vacation villas and furnished apartments that are situated ___________ the eastern coast of Florida, all with stunning ocean views.

A. at

B. in

C. on

D. behind

Question 35

Since opening a new office in the capital, Carlton Shipping has embarked on a strong ____________ strategy and has enjoyed significant growth as a result.

A. promote

B. promoting

C. promotional

D. promoted

Question 36

Although the digital scanners proved difficult to use at first, doctors and staff soon got __________ to the new technology and diagnosis rates improved considerably.

A. use

B. used

C. uses

D. using

Question 37

Such was the level of interest in the football coach's resignation that there were not ___________ enough chairs at the press conference for the number of journalists present.

A. only

B. very

C. almost

D. nearly

Question 38

Antitrust laws can be ___________ through a civil or criminal action brought by an attorney or through a lawsuit brought by a private individual.

A. inflicted

B. enforced

C. compelled

D. obliged

Question 39

Patrons at the theater couldn't help __________ when the protagonist accidentally fell while walking onto the stage at the beginning of the second act.

A. laugh

B. to laugh

C. laughing

D. laughter

Question 40

Any government _________ to bring in radical welfare reforms would need to secure a mandate from the electorate.

A. propose

B. to propose

C. proposed

D. proposing

Questions 141-144 refer to the following memo.

MEMO

To: All Employees

From: Board of Directors

Re: Loss of Hanro Medical Contract

The sudden loss of a major contract can often lead to about the future. Hanro Medical's decision not to renew our healthcare management contract for Providence General Hospital, I know, has caused some nervousness and, inevitably, some rumors about what is going to happen within the company. I want to you that business will continue as usual. the disappointing news, and the tough economic conditions, the board still expects to achieve the targets set last year. Moreover, several other major proposals in due course, and we are hopeful of a positive outcome in at least one case and hopefully more. In the meantime, if you have any questions or concerns, please speak to any board member.

Question 41
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A. alarmB. cautionC. reassureD. warnQuestion 43Select the best answer.
A. AlthoughB. DespiteC. RegardlessD. WhereasQuestion 44Select the best answer.
A. will submitB. have been submittedC. are submittedD. will be submitted

Questions 145-148 refer to the following letter.

August 4

Ms. Julia Gomez

8426 Mast Boulevard

Santee, CA 92071

Dear Ms. Gomez:

We are pleased to inform you that your application for admission to Guadalajara Institute's International Graduate Program on Advanced Science and Technology has been accepted. You are hereby ____________________ admission to the PhD program starting next semester. Please take time to review the ____________________ information. The International Student Guide and the Guadalajara Institute Fee Policy contain important information for your attention. Note that your tuition fees are due and payable ____________________ the date shown. As you have been accepted into the preparatory program, we look forward ____________________ you on campus in the spring. Should you have any queries or require further information prior to your arrival, please do not hesitate to contact the Graduate Admissions Office.

Sincerely,

Maria Hernandez

Associate Dean of Graduate Studies

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A. approved

B. granted

C. consented

D. given

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A. enclosure

B. enclose

C. enclosed

D. enclosing

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A. by

B. at

C. in

D. for

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A. seeing

B. to see

C. to seeing

D. see

Questions 149-152 refer to the following newspaper article.

AutoMax reports a year-on-year surge in profits

The automotive parts manufacturer AutoMax, ____________________ fortunes have fluctuated erratically over the past decade, has reported an increase of almost 40 percent in its profits for the last fiscal year. Net profit amounted to $25.4 million, a 38.8 percent year-on-year increase.

Commenting on the results, company C.E.O. Victor Deng said: "Our continued ____________________ on providing our customers with better automotive components that match their evolving needs has helped us maintain our position as the automotive industry's top-performing company. These excellent results ____________________ achieved despite the extremely challenging economic climate last year. I believe now, however, that the recession is finally over, and we expect to see ____________________ more improvement in our sales going forward in this fiscal year."

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A. who

B. whose

C. which

D. that

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A. focus

B. goal

C. priority

D. objective

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A. are

B. had

C. will be

D. have been

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A. further

B. already

C. even

D. so

Questions 155-156 refer to the following letter.

1141 Juniper Drive

Silver Springs, FL 34488

March 18

Mr. Nigel Mackintosh

Head of Customer Service

Westline Airways

Tampa International Airport

4100 George J Bean Outbound Parkway

Tampa, FL 33607

Dear Mr. Mackintosh:

My two teenage children and I flew with your airline last Sunday evening March 15, on flight WX682. My 14-year-old daughter suffers from anxiety and had a panic attack during the flight.

I would like to express my gratitude to one of the cabin staff, who was extremely professional and supportive throughout this unfortunate episode. It was a very stressful, upsetting incident for me and my family, but Jill was so kind and caring.

Jill is a credit to your company and I would appreciate it if you would pass on our thanks to her.

Sincerely,

Amy Ho

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What is the purpose of this letter?

A. To make a recommendation

B. To praise a company employee

C. To ask for extra credit

D. To confirm travel arrangements

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Who most likely is Jill?

A. Amy Ho's daughter

B. Mr. Mackintosh's secretary

C. A flight attendant

D. A pediatric nurse

Questions 160-162 refer to the following information.

Fungumin® lotion contains an active ingredient that is clinically proven to penetrate the skin between the toes and kill the fungus right where it started. It provides effective relief from itching, redness, and irritation. Improvement should be visible within 1-2 weeks.

Apply a thin coat to clean and dry affected areas twice a day with clean fingers. Use as directed. Do not swallow, and do not touch the eyes after applying the lotion. If you are currently taking any medication, please inform your physician that you are using Fungumin®.

Fungumin® is not suitable for:

new and expectant mothers

children under 12

anyone with a milk allergy

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For which part of the body is Fungumin designed?

A. Eyes

B. Feet

C. Hands

D. Mouth

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How is the medication administered?

A. It is inhaled through the nostrils.

B. It is injected into the affected area.

C. It is drunk in liquid form.

D. It is applied directly onto the skin.

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Who should avoid using this medication?

A. Teenagers who are intolerant to gluten

B. People who are allergic to nuts

C. Pregnant women

D. Anyone taking other medication

Questions 166-168 refer to the following article.

VeriLex Reveals Plans for Recovery

Favorable tax rates and the increasing popularity of home computers were not enough to rescue VeriLex from a disappointing year. The company's focus on inkjet printers and supplies significantly impacted its revenue, given the falling cost of laser printers, which are now the preferred choice of more and more small businesses and home users.

While VeriLex received a boost from the sale of its factory in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, the company's net earnings showed a year-on-year decrease of 9 percent. At a press conference yesterday, Chief Executive William Lam was cautiously optimistic about the company's prospects for the forthcoming year. He used the opportunity to announce a number of measures that the company plans to implement. These include a workforce restructuring plan, consolidation of existing manufacturing facilities, and changes to employees' contractual terms and conditions. Mr. Lam promised that generous severance packages would be offered to all those wishing to take early retirement.

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What is the main purpose of this article?

A. To confirm the appointment of a new chief executive

B. To report on a company's performance

C. To announce the sale of a factory

D. To promote a company's products

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What can be inferred about VeriLex?

A. It is going through a difficult time.

B. It manufactures computers.

C. Its headquarters are in Malaysia.

D. Its net earnings increased last year.

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What will the company most likely do next year?

A. Encourage voluntary retirement

B. Decrease the retirement age for its employees

C. Build a new manufacturing facility

D. Increase production of laser printers

Questions 169-171 refer to the following memo.

MEMO

To: All staff

From: Vicky Mendoza

We have Sameer Khan, Senior Purchasing Manager at Trent Harlow Clothing, visiting our office tomorrow at approximately 1:15 P.M., initially for a quick tour of the building, followed by a presentation by senior management in the boardroom.

Trent Harlow is a major wholesaler and we want to do everything we can to impress Mr. Khan while he is here. I know that you will all make him welcome when you see him, but can I ask you to ensure that your workstation and surrounding area is clear and tidy, there are no sewing machine or computer cables trailing across the floor, and any fabric bolts, samples, finished garments, etc., are safely stored away?

Vicky

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Why was this memo written?

A. To welcome a new employee

B. To invite staff to a presentation

C. To make a request of staff

D. To warn of a factory inspection

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Who most likely is Vicky?

A. A cleaning contractor

B. An office manager

C. Mr. Khan's secretary

D. A health and safety inspector

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The word "trailing" in paragraph 2, line 4, is closest in meaning to

A. sagging

B. hauling

C. laying

D. shifting

Questions 172-175 refer to the following article.

Global Parking Rates on the Rise

The cost of parking increased almost everywhere in the world over the past 12 months. Only the United States did not follow the trend. That's the conclusion of a report published this week in Business Car User magazine, which listed two "Top Tens" of the most expensive cities for parking, depending on whether you pay for parking your car on a daily or monthly basis.

No single global region dominates the "Top Ten" lists of most expensive places to park your car. Cities in North America, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific region appear on both lists. Latin America is the only region not represented, although parking rates in all major South American cities increased by between 10 and 20 percent.

For the fourth year in succession London comes out on top for monthly parking rates by a margin of more than 20 percent. Ziirich replaces Hong Kong in second position, because of last year's dramatic rise in the value of the Swiss franc. Zürich monthly parking costs were $765 (705 Swiss francs)—no change in local currency, but an increase of over 30 percent in US dollars. Two Australian cities—Sydney and Melbourne—made the top ten.

Things look slightly different on the list of daily parking rates. European cities dominate in this category, with London, Copenhagen, Stockholm, Geneva, Ziirich, and Vienna all being beaten for the top spot by Oslo. The only non-European cities on the list are Sydney, Tokyo, and Toronto.

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What is the purpose of this article?

A. To encourage more drivers to use public transportation

B. To campaign for lower parking rates

C. To compare parking charges around the world

D. To highlight differences between daily and monthly parking charges

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Which city has the highest daily parking rates?

A. Hong Kong

B. London

C. New York

D. Oslo

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According to the report, where did parking rates NOT increase?

A. Asia-Pacific

B. Australia

C. Europe

D. The United States

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What can be inferred about monthly parking rates in Zurich?

A. They are similar to rates in Sydney.

B. They are cheaper than Hong Kong rates.

C. They are subsidized by the Swiss government.

D. They are the same as a year ago.

Questions 191-195 refer to the following advertisement and letter.

FOUR CORNERS

The Cultural and History Tour Specialists

3650 O Street NW

Washington, DC 20057

www.fourcornerstours.com

Spotlight Chicago, April 23-25

This new "Spotlight" tour represents a departure from our usual weeklong tours and travel experiences.

This inaugural two-night tour offers an extraordinary palette of color and creativity from all eras and from all traditions. Not only will we be visiting the world-famous Art Institute of Chicago, but during the weekend we will also visit the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago and the National Museum of Mexican Art. The tour is led by Dr. June Rubenstein, currently senior lecturer in art history at the Chicago Institute of the Creative Arts. The weekend begins with a lecture, accompanied by slides, given by Dr. Rubenstein, and she will then escort us around the museums with her expert commentary.

Price: $240 per person. (Based on two people sharing. Single supplement: $60.)

Included in price

Accommodations: 2 nights with continental breakfast at the Heppleton Hotel on Michigan Avenue

("The Magnificent Mile").

Services of Dr. June Rubenstein.

Optional (not included)

Shuttle bus from O'Hare International Airport to the hotel on Friday evening. Please state when booking whether you require this service.

Please reserve your place by visiting our website (www.fourcornerstours.com). Alternatively, call our team of travel advisors at 202-555-0190. If you prefer, you can book by letter, enclosing a check for the full amount or your credit card information. Please include the tour reference number, CHI75T.

Please note that this tour is moderately strenuous. Participants should be physically fit and able to stand and/or walk for up to 90 minutes at a time.

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March 2

Four Comers

3650 O Street NW

Washington, DC 20057

To Whom It May Concern:

Please reserve a single room on your two-night Chicago weekend next month, ref. CHI75T. I enclose a

check for $240, as requested. Please note that I am fit and healthy, and have no special requirements. I will not need to take advantage of the shuttle bus service from the airport. I will be reporting on the Athletic Trials taking place at the University of Chicago for my paper all that week, and will be staying in another hotel downtown, so will not have far to come.

Sincerely,

Lisa Gonzales

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Who would most likely be interested in the tour?

A. Art lovers

B. Senior citizens

C. Sports fans

D. Historians

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What is stated about the tour?

A. Most participants are from Chicago.

B. It may not be suitable for some people.

C. All meals are included in the price.

D. Some lectures are optional.

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What can be inferred about the company, Four Corners?

A. It organizes cultural tours and vacations in many countries.

B. It has never offered a two-night tour before.

C. This is the first time it has arranged a trip to Chicago.

D. It only recently engaged the services of Dr. Rubenstein.

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What most likely is Ms. Gonzales' profession?

A. Journalist

B. Artist

C. Professor

D. Athlete

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What mistake did Ms. Gonzales make?

A. She forgot to reserve the shuttle bus service.

B. She did not give her credit card number.

C. She paid the wrong amount.

D. She did not telephone in advance.