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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 Sir/Madam,
It gives me great pleasure to ___________ (1) Josie Simpson for any role for which she may be ___________ (2). I have worked with Josie for a ___________ (3) of six years and during that time have ___________ (4) her to be responsible, proactive, thorough and honest. She is a team ___________ (5) who is always willing to go the extra mile.
If you have any questions regarding her suitability as a new employee for your company, please feel free to contact me.
Regards,
Jack Simons
A. 
Suggest
B. 
Notice
C. 
Recommend
D. 
Employ
Correct Answer C. Recommend
Explanation The given correct answer is "Recommend". In the letter, the writer expresses great pleasure in recommending Josie Simpson for any role she may be suitable for. The writer has worked with Josie for six years and has found her to be responsible, proactive, thorough, and honest. The writer also mentions that Josie is a team player who is always willing to go the extra mile. Based on this positive assessment, the writer recommends Josie as a new employee for the recipient's company.
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2.
Dear Sir/Madam,
It gives me great pleasure to ___________ (1) Josie Simpson for any role for which she may be ___________ (2). I have worked with Josie for a ___________ (3) of six years and during that time have ___________ (4) her to be responsible, proactive, thorough and honest. She is a team ___________ (5) who is always willing to go the extra mile.
If you have any questions regarding her suitability as a new employee for your company, please feel free to contact me.
Regards,
Jack Simons
A. 
Qualified
B. 
Responsible
C. 
Happy
D. 
Applicant
Correct Answer A. Qualified
Explanation The correct answer is "Qualified" because the letter states that Josie Simpson is suitable for any role and has been described as responsible, proactive, thorough, and honest. These qualities suggest that she has the necessary skills, experience, and competence to perform well in a job, making her qualified for the position.
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3.
Dear Sir/Madam,
It gives me great pleasure to ___________ (1) Josie Simpson for any role for which she may be ___________ (2). I have worked with Josie for a ___________ (3) of six years and during that time have ___________ (4) her to be responsible, proactive, thorough and honest. She is a team ___________ (5) who is always willing to go the extra mile.
If you have any questions regarding her suitability as a new employee for your company, please feel free to contact me.
Regards,
Jack Simons
A. 
Time
B. 
Era
C. 
Epic
D. 
Period
Correct Answer D. Period
Explanation The word "period" is the correct answer because it fits logically in the context of the letter. The letter is discussing the length of time the writer has worked with Josie Simpson, and "period" is a word commonly used to refer to a specific length of time. The other options (time, era, epic) do not fit as well in this context.
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4.
Dear Sir/Madam,
It gives me great pleasure to ___________ (1) Josie Simpson for any role for which she may be ___________ (2). I have worked with Josie for a ___________ (3) of six years and during that time have ___________ (4) her to be responsible, proactive, thorough and honest. She is a team ___________ (5) who is always willing to go the extra mile.
If you have any questions regarding her suitability as a new employee for your company, please feel free to contact me.
Regards,
Jack Simons
A. 
Seen
B. 
Found
C. 
Realized
D. 
Enforced
Correct Answer B. Found
Explanation In this letter of recommendation, the writer is expressing their positive opinion about Josie Simpson. They state that they have worked with her for six years and have observed her to be responsible, proactive, thorough, and honest. The word "found" in the answer choice implies that the writer has discovered these qualities in Josie through their personal experience of working together. This word suggests that the writer has come to a conclusion about Josie's qualities based on their observations.
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5.
Dear Sir/Madam,
It gives me great pleasure to ___________ (1) Josie Simpson for any role for which she may be ___________ (2). I have worked with Josie for a ___________ (3) of six years and during that time have ___________ (4) her to be responsible, proactive, thorough and honest. She is a team ___________ (5) who is always willing to go the extra mile.
If you have any questions regarding her suitability as a new employee for your company, please feel free to contact me.
Regards,
Jack Simons
A. 
Character
B. 
Person
C. 
Player
D. 
Group
Correct Answer C. Player
Explanation The context of the letter suggests that the author is recommending Josie Simpson for a role. The author mentions that he has worked with Josie for six years and describes her as responsible, proactive, thorough, and honest. These qualities are often associated with a team player, someone who works well with others and is willing to contribute to the success of the team. Therefore, the correct answer is "Player".