2009 년 1 월 NEW TOEIC 예상문제 Part 5 / 6 101. Our output has increased recently, due in part to a rise in productivity ----- the purchase of newer machinery. (A) as soon as (B) following (C) next (D) in advance 102. Mr. Robinson rose from hotel bellboy to shift manager in just two years because he was so cordial and ----- to guests' needs. (A) response (B) responsive (C) responsible (D) responsibility 103. We will ----- start carrying a product line of maternity clothing aimed at young women who want to remain fashionable and stylish during their pregnancy. (A) recently (B) already (C) soon (D) still 104. Both of the floor tile patterns were designed with great care, so please be ----- that whichever you choose will bring years of satisfaction. (A) assure (B) assuring (C) assured (D) assurance 105. This letter should be ----- to Mr. O'Donnel for his revision and approval. (A) received (B) forwarded (C) contacted (D) examined 106. ---- of receipt is required for this and all other further correspondence. (A) Predicament (B) Completion (C) Acknowledgement (D) Combination 107. Inventory control and receiving have become much more ----- since we put both areas under the control of a single department. (A) manageable (B) manageably (C) managing (D) manage 108. All guests are requested to be ----- dressed for the reception ceremony. (A) formal (B) formally (C) formalness (D) formalize 109. The unusually bad weather makes it impossible ----- resort guests to go para gliding or scuba diving. (A) by (B) with (C) to (D) for 110. Because he had implemented orderly and sensible systems, when the CEO took an extended leave of absence, the company flourished on its -----. (A) alone (B) solo (C) single 1 (D) own 111. Though we do not offer gambling like many other resorts do, our other amusements and scenery continue to ----- many guests. (A) attraction (B) attractive (C) attract (D) attracting 112. When touring the construction site, visitors must wear a hard hat and ----- protective clothing. (A) another (B) each (C) other (D) each other 113. ----- in the past four months have almost diminished and are not expected to rise in the near future. (A) Profit (B) Profits (C) Profitable (D) Profitably 114. The audience was ----- by the prominent Dr. Taylor, whose research is highly admired. (A) invited (B) nominated (C) attended (D) addressed 115. In keeping with our brand image, names ----- relate to some athletic activity likely to appeal to our target market of teenaged sports enthusiasts. (A) idea (B) idealize (C) ideal (D) ideally 116. Please enter log-in name and password whenever ----- to do so. (A) to ask (B) asking (C) were asked (D) asked 117. Because of improving ---- conditions, home ownership is expected to increase across all sectors. (A) economy (B) economic (C) economically (D) economize 118. ----- it was more expensive than the competitor's products on the market, Free Nomad`s travel bag did not sell well this quarter. (A) Although (B) Even if (C) Since (D) As if 119. A new packaging system is now in place and we should be capable of ----- goods several hours faster than before. (A) shipment (B) to ship (C) shipping (D) shipped 120. It is expected that with hard work and dedication, all participants in a ----- of negotiation-skills training courses will succeed. (A) reference (B) series (C) compliance (D) response 2 121. The flight information ----- in this reservation slip indicates that the flight is tomorrow and not today. (A) conducted (B) connected (C) contained (D) confirmed 122. Recreational facilities within walking distance of the Burkstone Hotel ----- a swimming beach and a park with sports fields and picnic tables. (A) include (B) are included (C) including (D) includes 123. For customers shopping with children, a local supermarket has a designated playing room marked with a ----- visible sign. (A) clear (B) cleared (C) clearing (D) clearly 124. The position of Morale Officer has remained ----- since Mr. Jones retired two months ago. (A) unlicensed (B) unoccupied (C) located (D) suppressed 125. ----- projections of this year's sales figures have already been exceeded with a month still remaining. (A) Initial (B) Immediate (C) Outgoing (D) Growing 126. At our annual board meeting, we decided to release the funds necessary to redesign all work areas to make the office more ----- for staff. (A) comfort (B) comforters (C) comfortable (D) comfortably 127. The Halco Group hasn't yet come up with ----- improved version of the old model. (A) they (B) them (C) their (D) themselves 128. Getaway Travel can hold ----- for seats on most airlines for up to 24 hours. (A) reservations (B) reserving (C) reserved (D) reserve 129. Conference organizers will make every effort to satisfy participants' requests; however, seating ----- will be made on a first-come, first- served basis. (A) arrange (B) arrangements (C) arranging (D) arranged 130. Cancun, ----- for its beautiful, tranquilizing beach, is a popular vacation sport for American tourists. (A) is known (B) was known (C) known (D) knowing 3 131. The Chief Financial Officer argued ----- that the company must abandon its ambitious expansion plans for at least one more year. (A) persuasion (B) persuasive (C) persuasively (D) persuaded 132. Consumer behavior is one very ----- part of business that determines longevity of a firm. (A) essential (B) responsible (C) unpredictable (D) interim 133. You should be able to assemble this computer desk easily ----- following step-by- step instructions. (A) from (B) by (C) with (D) at 134. They changed the campaign slogan when surveys of voting women revealed a strong ----- for less aggressive language. (A) preference (B) relation (C) structure (D) perception 135. A friendly personality and a courteous behavior ----- for the receptionist position. (A) are requiring (B) are required (C) should require (D) will require 136. Make sure that all of the signed letters have been put into envelopes ----- being mailed out by this afternoon. (A) before (B) through (C) amid (D) for 137. I took a cab to the meeting at my own -----, even though the company was already paying for group transportation to the meeting site. (A) charge (B) responsibility (C) expense (D) communication 138. The fact that many workers have a long and expensive ----- to work by either train or automobile was given as a reason. (A) commute (B) competition (C) reference (D) accusation 139. The recent bankruptcy of one of the ----- appliance companies has had a direct effect on the nation's economy. (A) leader (B) led (C) leadership (D) leading 140. The recently released version of Eastward's software for detecting computer viruses is far ----- to the last year's. (A) better (B) superior (C) advanced (D) improved Questions 141-143 refer to the following letter. 4 Dear customer, Effective May 20, all shipments by Surety, Inc. to our exchange terminals ----- by overnight 141. (A) handled (B) were handled (C) have handled (D) will be handled express. This new procedure will continue through the end of August, ----- we will revert to 142. (A) at which time (B) that (C) in time for (D) depending on our normal shipping guidelines. We, not our customers, will bear this additional cost as part of our ongoing efforts to ensure customer -----. 143. (A) satisfaction (B) satisfactory (C) satisfying (D) satisfied This express shipping procedure should allow us to process the backlog of orders generated by the increased media exposure with regard to the Midland situation. If you have questions about arrival dates on your orders, continue to deal directly with your normal contacts. We want you to know we truly value you as a customer. Questions 144-146 refer to the following announcement. Dean’s Department Store ----- the community 144. (A) is serving (B) had served (C) will be serving (D) has been serving since 1902. We work hard to provide our customers with the latest fashions at the most ----- 145. (A) reason (B) reasons (C) reasonable 5 (D) reasonably prices. In the past, we have offered flexibility in our return policy. However, these policies have been revised to accommodate the changing times. We are announcing a new return policy on all apparel, both men’s and women’s. Cash refunds require a cash register receipt and all clothing tags must be intact and attached to the garments. Clothing must be returned within 30 days to be eligible for a cash refund. Refunds after 30 days will be made in the form of merchandise exchange only. For an exchange, a receipt is not required. -----, 146. (A) Accordingly (B) However (C) Despite (D) Unlike you will only be credited for the current price of the item. We regret any inconvenience the new return policy may create. Thank you for your cooperation. Questions 147-149 refer to the following letter. Dear Mrs. Zenger Thank you for your letter of December 21, ----- 147. (A) complaints (B) complaining (C) will complain (D) complained about the conduct of one of our employees. Please rest assured that we have investigated your complaint and that the person concerned will be severely reprimanded. Please accept our ----- apologies for any distress 148. (A) sincere (B) sincerity (C) sincerest (D) sincerely this situation may have caused ----- and be assured 149. (A) you (B) yours (C) your own (D) yourself 6 that it will never happen again. Thank you also for bringing this matter to our attention. We place great importance on the conduct of our employees and your complaint will give us the opportunity to remedy any problem that may exist. Yours Sincerely Questions 150-152 refer to the following reference letter. TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: This will confirm that Jonathan Deering has been employed by Electro Corp. for ----- four years. 150. (A) approximately (B) completely (C) accidently (D) exceedingly ----- his tenure of employment, he has displayed a 151. (A) While (B) Until (C) During (D) If unique ability to identify and solve problems. He has been instrumental in the streamlining our accounting department. His experience in the accounting and finance area has been a valuable asset, one that can be of great value to any company utilizing his services. He is loyal and always places the welfare of the company above all else. His long hours and his patience with employees under him and with management make him an ideal employee. If available, he can certainly count on re-employment with our firm, should the opportunity arise. Any company considering this individual for employment has my most enthusiastic recommendation. ----- his performance here is any 152. (A) That (B) So (C) Although (D) If indication, he is destined to achieve new heights in his career, and set new records for his future employer, as he did here. ANSWER 7 101. B 102. B 103. C 104. C 105. B 106. C 107. A 108. B 109. D 110. D 111. C 112. C 113. B 114. D 115. D 116. D 117. B 118. C 119. C 120. B 121. C 122. A 123. D 124. B 125. A 126. C 127. C 128. A 129. B 130. C 131. C 132. A 133. B 134. A 135. B 136. A 137. C 138. A 139. D 140. B 141. D 142. A 143. A 144. D 145. C 146. B 147. B 148. C 149. A 150. A 151. C 152. D 8 . records for his future employer, as he did here. ANSWER 7 10 1. B 10 2. B 10 3. C 10 4. C 10 5. B 10 6. C 10 7. A 10 8. B 10 9. D 11 0. D 11 1. C 11 2. C 11 3. B 11 4 D 11 5. D 11 6. D 11 7. B 11 8. C 11 9. C 12 0. B 12 1. C 12 2. A 12 3. D 12 4. B 12 5. A 12 6. C 12 7. C 12 8. A 12 9. B 13 0. C 13 1. C 13 2. A 13 3. B 13 4. A 13 5. B 13 6.