READING TEST
In the Reading test, you will read a variety of texts and answer several different types of reading comprehension questions. The entire Reading test will last 75 minutes. There are three parts, and directions are given for each part. You are encouraged to answer as many questions as possible within the time allowed.
You must mark your answers on the separate answer sheet. Do not write your answers in your test book.
PART 5
Directions: A word or phrase is missing in each of the sentences below. Four answer choices are given below each sentence. Select the best answer to complete the sentence. Then mark the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your answer sheet.

101. Last week, three staff members ---------------- at the local library’s book sale.
A) volunteer
B) voluntary
C) volunteered
D) volunteering

102. In April, prices are expected to drop --------------------- 20 percent.
A) with
B) on
C) since
D) by

103. The project management software allows staff to handle many tasks by ---------------- .
A) themselves
B) them
C) they
D) theirs

104. Local manufacturers have ----------------- shipping times by hiring external shipping companies.
A) attempted
B) reduced
C) weakened
D) finished

105. Gramwell Corporation may charge an ---------------- fee for last month’s work.
A) add
B) adding
C) additionally
D) additional

106. Ms. Kang prefers to complete ------------------- current project before transferring to the finance department.
A) herself
B) she
C) her
D) hers

107. There are ------------------- criteria that must be met for a password to be changed successfully.
A) specific
B) to specify
C) specify
D) specifies

108. To assist the costume designers in preparing for the film, fabric samples can be sent to the -----------------designer.
A) leader
B) leads
C) led
D) lead

109. The product presentation has been fully rehearsed, so it can be ----------------------- any day next week.
A) film
B) filmed
C) films
D) to film

110. The new logo is part of a comprehensive effort to ------------------ the brand’s identity and appeal to younger consumers.
A) remind
B) refer
C) refresh
D) repeat

111. The latest sport utility vehicle from Bondon Automotive can carry eight people -------------------------.
A) comfortable
B) comfort
C) comfortably
D) comforting

112. ------------------deciding to replace the food-service provider, the management team conducted a survey of all employees.
A) Before
B) Unless
C) Whether
D) Except

113. Although Mr. Cho was ---------------------- about transferring to the Houston office, he is now working there confidently and productively.
A) hesitate
B) hesitant
C) hesitation
D) hesitated

114. The personnel office should be contacted about unpaid leave -------------------- supervisors cannot approve it.
A) as
B) either
C) . like
D) instead

115. Yesterday the board voted to ------------------------ with discussions about acquiring Atlasburg Financial.
A) proceed
B) proceeded
C) proceeding
D) proceeds

116. Robles Corporation encourages employees to work toward a -------------------- goal, rather than pursuing individual interests.
A) common
B) regular
C) usual
D) plain

117. The -------------------------- in the brochure are an accurate representation of what guests staying at the resort can expect to find.
A) image
B) images
C) imaged
D) imaging

118. Current employees interested in the new managerial position should ----------------------- about the internal hiring process.
A) provide
B) inquire
C) evaluate
D) control

119. Colleagues in the accounting department consider the matter closed and ------------------------ cannot provide more input.
A) large
B) consequently
C) very
D) anyone

120. The CEO hopes that the consultant’s advice will ultimately -------------------- higher profits for the company.
A) yield
B) submit
C) invent
D) resolve

121. A team of experts is reviewing the contract from a financial -----------------so please do not share it with the client yet.
A) perspective
B) belief
C) movement
D) proportion

122. To prevent noise that is distracting to performers, the lobby gift shop is ---------------- open during performances.
A) almost
B) even
C) never
D) soon

123. Zuper Brite lightbulbs ----------------- reduce energy consumption when compared with standard incandescent lightbulbs.
A) great
B) greater
C) greatest
D) greatly

124. The airport’s proposed ----------------- project will include two remodeled terminals and an updated transportation system.
A) encouragement
B) modernization
C) assistant
D) importance

125. Market Research is the ----------------- of the company concerned with better understanding our clients’ needs.
A) divisional
B) divisible
C) division
D) divide

126. Mr. Tanaka was so pleased by the quarterly performance report ------------------ he canceled the weekly updates.
A) in case
B) which
C) that
D) seldom

127. Quincycom’s price increase is justifiable ------------------------------- there is an improvement in the quality of the Internet service we receive.
A) whereas
B) likewise
C) because of
D) only if

128. The chart attached to this e-mail presents a ------------------ of Vivasyco’s latest smartphone with a model from Eustace Tech.
A) comparison
B) pronouncement
C) guideline
D) publicity

129. It is the catering director’s-to inform the chef of the intended menu well in advance of the event.
A) obliged
B) obligated
C) obligatory
D) obligation

130. Given her experience in health care, Ms. Chung is ------------------ well suited to manage the company's wellness program.
A) formerly
B) expectantly
C) particularly
D) avoidably