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 sentence below. Four answer choices are given. Select the best answer to complete the sentence.

101. Hot liquids should be carried in special containers and disposed of in the drain __________ the store.
A) out
B) next
C) about
D) behind

102. VirafTech’s latest high-definition camcorder debuted at a __________ high price compared to similar models.
A) diligently
B) productively
C) relatively
D) carefully

103. Regardless of the problem, all customer complaints will be dealt with __________.
A) appropriates
B) appropriated
C) appropriating
D) appropriately

104. Barb Salonen’s speeches on world development often leave her audiences with strong __________.
A) impresses
B) impressed
C) impressions
D) impressive

105. Employees should not __________ to more than one special committee during the year.
A) commit
B) participate
C) lead
D) comply

106. __________ most senior directors, Mr. Nguyen started his career in research.
A) Although
B) Until
C) Contrary
D) Unlike

107. Ms. Blake's small firm __________ was able to assemble over one thousand volunteers last month.
A) she
B) herself
C) it
D) itself

108. The forested area bordering the airport has been designated as __________ land.
A) publicize
B) publicly
C) public
D) publicness

109. Carson City has announced that it will begin a three-year-long __________ to install solar panels on all city buildings.
A) burden
B) initiative
C) demand
D) impression

110. Teltoy’s interactive wristwatch for kids became an __________ success after it aired on local home shopping networks.
A) instant
B) instantly
C) instance
D) instances

111. The company’s tenth anniversary will be held outside at Hutchinson Gardens __________ the weather becomes inclement.
A) than
B) despite
C) unless
D) because

112. The news that Valute Corp. is merging with Stanford Partners impacted the majority of investors __________.
A) positively
B) positive
C) positivity
D) more positive

113. From Monday morning to Tuesday evening, the third floor meeting room will be closed for __________.
A) contradictions
B) renovations
C) reminders
D) bystanders

114. If __________ fail to report a change of address within one month of moving, a fine will be promptly issued.
A) registrants
B) register
C) registered
D) registering

115. Results of the company’s sales for the previous quarter will be shared __________ with the public as per policy.
A) open
B) opens
C) openly
D) opened

116. The years Ms. Wang has devoted to the Harford One Tire Company guarantee her a __________ pension.
A) skillful
B) substantial
C) loyal
D) numerous

117. Since the implementation of the new fire protection standards, Wiltshire Towers has undergone __________ safety inspections.
A) randomly
B) random
C) randomness
D) randomize

118. __________ candidate demonstrated a strong understanding of how to transform the source code into an executable program.
A) Most
B) Neither
C) Few
D) Almost

119. Light snacks and beverages will be provided to all participants __________ the seminar today.
A) as to
B) throughout
C) such as
D) among

120. Recent tests of the vitamin formula conducted by an external laboratory align with Dr. Chan’s original __________.
A) analytical
B) analyzes
C) analyzed
D) analysis

121. Sudip Banerjee __________ to a new post in India where he is expected to grow our business network.
A) assigned
B) will assign
C) has assigned
D) has been assigned

122. To remain within the reduced budget, the development team is putting numerous cost-cutting __________ into place.
A) measures
B) references
C) finances
D) handles

123. Famous for its cosmetics, Rosalita's Necessaries __________ carries a complete inventory of medicinal and therapeutic skin care products.
A) actual
B) actually
C) actuality
D) actualize

124. __________ the letter of request, North Ridge Suites is pleased to offer use of the main ballroom at a reduced rate to the Iduwe Society.
A) So as to
B) In response to
C) As an expression of
D) In an attempt to

125. The new art installation is the product of a __________ effort between several community groups and the town council.
A) to collaborate
B) collaboratively
C) collaborate
D) collaborative

126. Stacy’s Candy Store customers __________ accumulate enough annual rewards points to receive a free box of chocolates.
A) absently
B) mutually
C) rarely
D) dividedly

127. New Imij Share members will receive confirmation by e-mail __________ their application is approved.
A) thereby
B) notwithstanding
C) once
D) regardless

128. The frequent use of mobile applications for international calls is a __________ that is likely to continue while services remain free.
A) retreat
B) trend
C) record
D) quote

129. In the interest of making the article easier for the general public to understand, many of the scientific terms were __________ deleted from the document.
A) sparsely
B) intentionally
C) domestically
D) alternatively

130. In keeping with policy, only those responsibilities and qualifications deemed __________ to the position will be mentioned in the job posting.
A) essential
B) flexible
C) accessible
D) competent