DAY 1 6 Text Completion Practice PART 6 Questions 1-4 refer to the following memo. To: All Cleaning Staff From: Eric Devers Date: October 30 Subject: Cleaning Protocol Please let me remind everyone about the cleaning protocol when you are working the night, If any employees are working overtime, you should avoid cleaning 7 in their workspaces. Wait until they have gone home for the day. This__ offices. 2 and areas with cubicles. In addition, please try to clean the laboratories first. 3 So if you haven't cleaned the labs by 4:00 A.M, they may already be occupied. Lastly, please be sure to recycle all metal, glass, plastic, and paper objects instead of a them away. 1 (A) time 3. (A) The labs are open twenty-four (8) space hours a day. © shift (®) I'm available anytime you have (0) perind questions. (© Dr. Wilson works in one of the laborat 2 (A) includes laboratories. (@) portrays (© refers (D) mentions 4A (0) Many researchers come in early in the morning. throw (B) thrown (©) throwing (0) having thrown pay 1s 149)Questions 5-8 refer to the following advertisement. Murray's Furniture Store is having our annual sale this coming weekend. It's going to last from Friday morning until Sunday night. __ that time, all items in the store will be on sale. | Sofas and beds will be discounted up to 40%. Chairs, tables, and dressers will be selling at of 20-50%. We'll also provide free delivery in the Talladega area. All you | need to do is spend $250 or more. For more information, call us at 235-9543. 7 Take ___ of this opportunity to redo your entire house. You won't find a better deal 8 i / anywhere else. 5 (A) While 7 (A) Or just visit us at 459 W. Stanton (8) During Street. © Since (8) Ask how you can get your furniture (©) instead delivered for free. (©) This going-out-of business sale will be our biggest ever. (0) We only accept orders that are made online. 6 (A) discountable (8) discounting (© discounts (0) discounted 8 (A) advantage (8) benefit (C) gain (©) improvement 150Questions 9-12 refer to the following e-mail. To: [email protected] From: [email protected] | Re: Card Usage | Date: September 21 Dear Mr. Robinson, On September 20, some ___activity regarding your Safe Card ending with the numbers 4098 was recorded. Someone attempted to use your card to make a | | cash advance from an ATM three times. ‘As soon as we detected these failed | | 10 | attempts, we access to your card. You will not be able to use your card again WwW } | until you contact us. Please call our toll-free number at 1-888-555-1303 at any time. | We ___ you know how to access your card again. And we can send you a new one 12 lr you lost yours. | Sincerely, | Customer Support Team | Safe Card 9 (A) suspected 41 (A) approved (8) suspicious (8) resisted (© suspiciousness (© terminated (0) suspiciousty (0) banished 40 (A) You must show your ID 12 (A) let whenever you use your card. (B) have let (8) In every instance, the improper (© are letting PIN was used. (D) will let (©) Your cash advance limit has been increased. (0) It has been a while since you used your credit card. bayt6 154Relative Pronouns Objectives Understand how to connect two clauses with a relative pronoun Understand the use of different relative pronouns, based on the preceding nouns A relative pronoun can help connect two clauses without resort to a conjunction. For example, I listen to a song and I fove the song can be connected as / listen to a song which Hove. 1 Different Relative Pronouns Subjective case who, that which, that Possessive case whose whose Objective case who(m), that which, that «I met a friend. + The friend is looking for a new job. > | met a friend and he is looking for a new job. 1+ pronoun I met a 10 is looking for a new job. noun + relative pronoun + He has defective equipment. + The equipment needs to be repaired. He has defective equipment and it needs to be repaired. conjunction + pronour > He has defective equipment which needs to be repaired. oun + relative pronoun 1522. How to Connect Clauses with a Relative Pronoun In a relative clause, sometimes called an adjective clause, which relative pronoun to use Is based on the function It plays In the clause as well as the preceding noun it replaces. @ Who/Which/That (subjective case): who/which/that is used when the relative clause needs a subject. + Many experts (who expected low sales) were surprised at the good news. +The fence (which was built last week) has already been damaged. @ Whose (possessive case): whose is used when the structure of the relative clause is already complete and the clause is a possession of the preceding noun. + We will hire people (whose qualifications are impressive). - I rented an office (whose interior was modern and tasteful). © Whom/Which/That (Objective case): whom/which/that is used when the relative clause needs an object. + The sales representative (whom you want to meet) is now in a meeting, «We have finally developed the programs (which customers wanted). bey 17 153(2 Practice 41 We are seeking individuals __can work evening and weekend (A) who. (B) them (© which (0) those 2. The company will implement the policy ‘was proposed by Mr. Benson. (A) who. (8) whose (©) which (0) what 3 Here isa list of clients complaints were about our poor service. (A) who (8) whose (©) which (0) what 4 1am contacting you concerning the interview with you ___ is scheduled for Tuesday, September 12 (A) who, (8) whose (© which (0) what 5 Those ___ are unwilling to apply for a credit card online are advised to call the nearest bank directly. (A) whose (8) whom (©) which (0) who 154 10 Roca Gallery's displays are expected to attract people might be interested in stone sculptures. (A) when, (8) what (©) many (0) who The reports __ you requested are now on Ms. Carton’s desk. (4) who (8) whose (© that (0) they The items ___ prices are reasonable will be able to attract many more customers. (A) where (B) whose (©) that (0) which | am writing in response to your e-mail ____ is requesting drinks and snacks for your reception. (A) who (8) this (© that (0) those The board of directors selected a company ___ is able to oversee the progress of our construction work. (A) where (8) whose (© that (0) whatDAY | Prepositions Objectives Understand the uses of basic prepositions Be familiar with common prepositional phrases Prepositional phrases [Preposition + Noun] are used to express various notions such as time, place, reazon, or method. ‘| Common Prepositions 11) at: time, place, rate, price, speed @ Time: before a specific point of time + at 3 o'clock at noon + at night + at midnight + at the end of this month + at all times @ Place: before a specific place «at the desk + at the computer © Rate, price, speed + at a rate of 10 miles an hour = at a speed of 10 miles an hour + at a competitive price sat a rate of 10 dollars per month 2) in: place, subject, topic, time @ Place: before a place/locati + in the city + in New York @ Subject, topic + advances in medical technology + decline in its population + experience in the same field bey 12 155156 © Time + in the morning in April in 2020 + in the winter + in the 21° century + in the lastipast] 3 years + in 10 minutes » Common expressions in detail in writing in place in conclusion in advance 3) on: place, time @ Place + on my desk + on the fourth floor +n the waiting list + on the last page © Time: day of the week, date, a particular day = on Monday on May 10 % Common expressions every hour on the hour on one’s way to on business on the rise 4) over: place, time, range, means, topic © Place + over a low flame @ Time + over the past few years © Range + over 100 competitors @ Means + over the phone + over the Internet© Topic + 2 dispute over the proposal 5) for: price, purpose, duration, reason @ Price + for free = free of charge + have a good lunch for 9 dollars @ Purpose + stabilize prices of commodities for people + for commercial purposes © Duration + for a year 2. commonty Confused Prepositions Below are some pairs of prepositions which often cause confusion. 41) for vs. during @ for + a number, period of time + for 10 years * for the last 5 years @ during + the + specific event, period of time + during the summer vacation + during the training session x Reference Other prepositions that also express “duration” bee ie ee ene he wen bayt8 1572) from vs. since @ from + a definite time in the past: used to express the time in the past when something started. It often goes with the Past Simple tense. + | started to work here from last month. @ since + a definite time in the past: used to talk about an event which has continued from that definite time up to the present time. It often goes with the Present Perfect tense. + | have been attending this university since 3 years ago. 3) by vs. until @ by: used to refer to an action or event completed at or before a particular time. Verbs often go with by include: finish complete return submit © until: if something happens until a particular time, it happens during the period before that time and stops at that time. Verbs often go with until includ stay open last wait & Reference: by can be used to talk about a means or method. Ley See ees een sa i eae) Rego a eeacke aa 158Single-Passage Reading PART 7 Questions 1-3 refer to the following e-m: To: jarvis Cooper From: Melanie Harris Subject: Brochure Request Date: August 23 Dear Mr, Cooper, It was a pleasure to make your acquaintance at the convention in Knoxville last week. — [1] — | was particularly intrigued by the presentation you gave about your company's products. When I returned to my company, | spoke with my boss about you and your firm, — [2] — Unfortunately, | am no longer in possession of the brochure | received from you. Would it be possible for you to mail several of them to me? — [3] — Id lke to share them with my colleagues. My address is 67 Whitmore Street, Atlanta, GA. ‘Once everyone gets a chance to look at your products, we will connect with you to set up a meeting. — [4] — We are willing to go to Albuquerque. Or, if you have plans to be in the local area, you are welcome to come to our office here, Please let me know how quickly you can send the brochures. | would like to inform my boss of that. Regards, Melanie Harris Tricom, Inc. 1 What Is the purpose of the e-mall? 3 In which of the positions marked [1], [2], [3], and [4] does the following (A) To set up a meeting sentence best belong? (B) To ask for information to be sent (0) To thank a person for attending a “He believes our two companies have the potential to do business.” convention, (D) To inquire about the terms of a ) contract @® 2 2. Where most likely is Mr. Cooper's, Bl company located? (0) [4] (A) In Knoxville (B) In Atlanta © inGadsden (0) In Albuquerque Comprehension Practice & Vocabulary 1 1 1 1 1 1 i i ‘ 1 i 1 1 1 Day19 159160 Vocabulary ~ Nouns > effect | felt the effect of the medicine immediately. > raise Mike in marketing department expects a raise. > permission Employees must get permission from their supervisor. > advance/in advance Advances in medicine have increased the survival rate for cancer patients. You are advised to register in advance since the course is very popular. > notice Until further notice, you'd better wait. > alternative We came up with some alternatives. > damage Damage to our company image was caused by improper marketing strategies. > access He was able to have access to certain information.> proposal We will review the proposal and then make a final decision. > attempt Her attempt to do business with him will succeed soon > claim/file a claim Please file your claim with your insurance company. > caution The lifeguard gave caution to people in the swimming pool. > advantage/take advantage of The advantage of this house is the ability to save money. You'd better take advantage of this opportunity. > description We provide a more detailed description of the new product. > agreement Both parties reached an agreement. bay19 1612. Vocabulary ~ Adjectives > costly Using a wireless Internet service could be costly. > sufficient The department will get sufficient funds next quarter. > appropriate Our security company will take appropriate steps. > authorized You are advised to use an authorized service center, > accurate The accounting office requested accurate figures. > eligible They are eligible for the position. > attractive The remodeled shopping center has attractive features. > designated Facilities should be designated as non-smoking buildings. 162> practical These practical books help you understand financial basics. > significant The results of this study had significant impacts on consumers. > available Information on our website is available for members. > dedicated Our company is dedicated to providing quality services. > valid This coupon is valid for one month only. > subsequent The subsequent test results indicated potential hazards. > impressive The company posted impressive profits yesterday. oay19 1633 164 Vocabulary — Adverbs > actively The manufacturing company is actively recruiting people. > approximately The awards will be given to approximately 10 people. > frequently Frequently called numbers are listed on page 1. > promptly Please return documents to my office promptly. > temporarily Mr, Grial will temporarily be using this office. > currently The building is currently under construction. > cooperatively We must work cooperatively to meet the deadline, > immediately The new policy will be effective immediately.> periodically Test results should be reported periodically > largely Outdoor performances were canceled largely due to the bad weather. > thoroughly You are required to inspect the room thoroughly. > eventually The economy is expected to stabilize eventually. > voluntarily Managers voluntarily participated in the charity event. > instantly Instantly recognizable street signs will be installed soon. > properly All the electronic equipment operates properly. cay? 165A. Vocabulary ~ Verbs > relocate The company is planning to relocate its plants overseas. > enhance Domestic companies struggle to enhance their images. > meet Try to meet the requirements for the position. > obtain Security guards obtained parking permits. > implement The corporation implemented revised procedures. > resolve Mr. Venta will be able to resolve the complicated problem. > renew You are required to renew your driver's license immediately. > handle My secretary handles all paper work for me. 166> indicate The forecast indicates that we will face delicate issues. > notify Please notify employees of the revised schedule in writing. > utilize It is necessary to utilize all the relevant data. > accommodate The conference hall is large enough to accommodate 100 people. > conduct They are scheduled to conduct a survey tomorrow. > coordinate It is difficult to coordinate all the outdoor activities. > retain This refrigerator retains original flavors and freshness. bay? 167aS) Multiple-Passage Reading 20 Comprehension Practice PART7 Questions 1-5 refer to the following two letters. vinnie Poari, Arizona 81009 Dear Mr. Thames 1am writing in regard to the order for a dining table and chairs that you placed with our company recently. In your order, you specified that you wanted Set #411, which is made out of oak and has a modern appearance, to be delivered by March 9%. Unfortunately, this set has been more popular than we expected and is currently out of stock. We will have more in stock on March 15" and could ship it so that it will arrive at your home by the 18”. {f this 1s not acceptable, we do have another set avaliable In oak for $710 that we could send to you as soon as the 2" of March. | have attached pictures and detailed information about this set to this letter. Please write me back to let me know what you would prefer ‘to do about this matter. Thank you very much for your business and | apologize for the inconvenience. Sincerely, Paabue Ferven Pauline Ferren Sales Representative Traditional Furniture, inc. Gea cua iiy anes Sealants (heya Elie acheive re es] ee sea Meee ota ee Oi libetc cunts rad: Wetec tt Beto righ lence Pcie wie oo vate cece ia: in a Wee etosg te wreih Regard CachedWhat problem does the first letter mention? (A) An item is not in stock. (8) A form has not been received. (©) An address is wrong (0) A payment is overdue. When did Mr. Thames ask that his purchase be delivered by? (A) March 2° (B) March 9” (© March 15" (0) March 18” What can be known about Set #809? (A) It will arrive at Mr, Thames’ on March 15°, (8) itis the most popular item, (O Its price is $710. (0) It is a new product in the Traditional Furniture line, What does Mr. Thames ask Ms. Ferren to do? (A) Give a special discount (8) Use express shipping (© Send a different product (0) Wait for his check to arrive Why might Ms. Ferren call Mi. Thames? (A) To confirm an address (B) To discuss a difference in prices (C) To inform him of a shipping date (0) To give an account number bay 20 169)Questions 6~10 refer to the following two letters. December 8 Christine Woods 17 Windsor Place Cleveland, OH 64461 Dear Ms, Woods, ‘Thank you for your interest in our seminar for real estate brokers wishing to increase ‘thelr profits, We will be conducting several seminars in your area during the month of January and have openmgs available in all of them. They will be taking place on January 7-8, 20-21, and 27-29. If you would be interested in participating in any of these sessions or would simply like more information about the material that we cover in our seminars, please write me back at your convenience. Thank you. Sincerely, Lorry Emerson Lamy Emerson Head Organizer Lexington Seminars Thank vou (6 ati: TUS Vse cai tisteticclee ae aetna ite Rents crt sofa We ssipe eras oiteer care hy Fray eras Dae ie eile crea ceatettip eres tte Cee eee aeyer Dies yet STR) ay ate erect) Secteur en Cale nei scr Peet) ten lati een ee pentter Diecatectem< tonsa ce ne eatin tc mall or contact me at 429-0399 en cre 17040 Who does Mr. Emerson say the seminars are for? (A) People who want to receive promotions (8) People who want to change business areas (C) People who want to make more money, (0) People who want to find a job with another company In the second letter, the word “certain” in line 4 is closest in meaning to: {A) doubtable (8) stable (© specit (©) possible What is the purpose of the second letter? (A) lo cancel a seminar (8) To ask for more information (O To request a meeting (0) To tell about event openings (On what dates might Christine Woods attend a seminar? (A) January 7-8 (8) January 20-21 (©) January 27-29 (D) January 29-31 What does Christine Woods warit Lo kriow abuul? (A) The focus of the seminar (B) The dates seminars will be available (C) The distance to the event site (D) The effectiveness of an advertisement Day20 171Questions 11-15 refer to the following advertisement and e-mails. Wiretastic ieony efeege Wenig Prey Sa toe louae| ee Tyee ee a rye ce Sem ili (eae terme egies act hould Toot Piece eet H ein as Pon Nein eciceeen ee Rae Me deteibetnsi ibe mus Toot Bilal mpl Ea SSG: Richard Moses Rill Waster Interview July 17, Dear Mr. Moses, Thank you for submitting your application packet to Decker Construction. | looked ‘at your résumé and was impressed with your werk experience. In addition, your portfolio inclucled a number of creative designs. You did excellent work when you were at McCarthy's. Mr. Decker and I would like to interview you for the open position. We would like for you to come here on Monday, July 28 at 10:00 A.M, The interview will take around two. hours to complete. After that, we would like you to have lunch with us and a couple of ‘other members of our team. Please let me know if you are available on this date. Sincerely, Bill Wester Decker Construction 172Dear Mr. Wester, ‘Thank you very much for requesting an interview with me. | have heard a lot of positive things about Decker Construction. And | believe | have a lot to contribute to your firm if you hire me. Unfortunately, lam going to be out of the state from July 26 to July 29. | have a previously scheduled engagement and cannot cancel it.| am available any time before July 26 and any time after July 28. Is there another day that you can arrange to see me? Regards, Richard Moses ‘111 What is indicated about Decker Construction? (A) It builds office buildings. (8) It was founded two years ago. (© It does not discriminate against applicants, (0) It has projects in the city's residential district. 12 In the advertisement, the word “compensated” in paragraph 3, line 2 is closest in meaning to: (A) paid (®) approved (©) expected (0) asked 413 For which job did Mr. Moses most likely apply? (A) Accountant (8) Driver (© Architect (0) Carpenter 14 What does Mr. Wester request that Mr. Moses do on July 28? (A) Make a lunch reservation (B) Contact Mr. Decker (©) Submit his application package (0) Visit Decker Construction ‘15 What is the purpose of the second e-mail? (A) To negotiate a salary (8) To request more information (© To reschedule an appointment (0) To cancel a meeting pey20 173