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In this test you will practice the TOEIC reading skills that require you to fill in the blank spaces with the most appropriate of the four options provided.
Questions and Answers
1.
Dear team,
I am happy to announce that the planning __________ (1) have been granted by the local council and ___________ (2) will commence from August 12th. This of course means that we are likely to _____________ (3) some interruptions to our normal working conditions. I ask you all to be ____________ (4) while construction takes place and try to be ___________ (5) with any requests or changes that may take place while the construction is underway.
Regards,
Trent Newcombe
A. 
Times
B. 
Acceptance
C. 
Access
D. 
Permissions
Correct Answer D. Permissions
Explanation The correct answer is "Permissions". The context of the email suggests that the planning permissions have been granted by the local council, indicating that the necessary approvals and authorizations to proceed with the construction project have been obtained.
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2.
Dear team,
I am happy to announce that the planning __________ (1) have been granted by the local council and ___________ (2) will commence from August 12th. This of course means that we are likely to _____________ (3) some interruptions to our normal working conditions. I ask you all to be ____________ (4) while construction takes place and try to be ___________ (5) with any requests or changes that may take place while the construction is underway.
Regards,
Trent Newcombe
A. 
Changes
B. 
Equipment
C. 
Construction
D. 
Moving
Correct Answer C. Construction
Explanation The correct answer for this question is "Construction". The context of the email suggests that the planning for a construction project has been approved by the local council and the construction will begin from August 12th. The email also mentions that there may be interruptions to normal working conditions during the construction period. Therefore, "Construction" is the most suitable answer that fits the given information.
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3.
Dear team,
I am happy to announce that the planning __________ (1) have been granted by the local council and ___________ (2) will commence from August 12th. This of course means that we are likely to _____________ (3) some interruptions to our normal working conditions. I ask you all to be ____________ (4) while construction takes place and try to be ___________ (5) with any requests or changes that may take place while the construction is underway.
Regards,
Trent Newcombe
A. 
Know
B. 
Experience
C. 
Suggest
D. 
Overcome
Correct Answer B. Experience
Explanation The correct answer is "Experience". This is because the sentence is discussing the likelihood of experiencing interruptions to normal working conditions due to the construction. The word "experience" implies that the employees will go through this situation and have firsthand knowledge of it.
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4.
Dear team,
I am happy to announce that the planning __________ (1) have been granted by the local council and ___________ (2) will commence from August 12th. This of course means that we are likely to _____________ (3) some interruptions to our normal working conditions. I ask you all to be ____________ (4) while construction takes place and try to be ___________ (5) with any requests or changes that may take place while the construction is underway.
Regards,
Trent Newcombe
A. 
Slow
B. 
Vacation
C. 
Worried
D. 
Patient
Correct Answer D. Patient
Explanation The correct answer is "Patient". The context of the message suggests that there will be interruptions and changes due to construction, and the writer is asking the team to be understanding and tolerant during this period. Being patient means being able to wait calmly and without complaining, which is the most suitable attitude in this situation.
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5.
Dear team,
I am happy to announce that the planning __________ (1) have been granted by the local council and ___________ (2) will commence from August 12th. This of course means that we are likely to _____________ (3) some interruptions to our normal working conditions. I ask you all to be ____________ (4) while construction takes place and try to be ___________ (5) with any requests or changes that may take place while the construction is underway.
Regards,
Trent Newcombe
A. 
Out of the way
B. 
Correct
C. 
Flexible
D. 
Relaxed
Correct Answer C. Flexible
Explanation The word "flexible" is the correct answer because it aligns with the context of the sentence. The letter states that there will be construction taking place, which implies that there may be changes or disruptions to the normal working conditions. Being flexible means being adaptable and open to changes, which is the most appropriate response in this situation.