TOEIC Test 9 - Incomplete Sentences
The Incomplete Sentences section forms part of the Reading Skills section of the TOEIC test. In this quiz you will be able to practice this reading skill. You will see a sentence with a missing word. You will be presented with four choices of words or phrases to complete the sentence. You must choose the best option to make the sentence grammatically correct.
Questions and Answers
- 1.
They have been asked to contribute __________ a scholarship program.
- A.
With
- B.
On
- C.
Towards
- D.
To
Correct Answer
C. TowardsExplanation
The correct answer is "towards". In this context, "towards" indicates that the person or group is being asked to contribute in support of the scholarship program. It suggests that their contribution will be directed or aimed at helping the program.Rate this question:
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- 2.
They were forced to apologize _____ their error.
- A.
To
- B.
On
- C.
For
- D.
With
Correct Answer
C. ForExplanation
The correct answer is "for" because it indicates the reason or cause for which they were forced to apologize. In this case, they were forced to apologize for their error.Rate this question:
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- 3.
You should consider __________ to a specialist for a second opinion
- A.
Going
- B.
To go
- C.
Asking
- D.
Seeing
Correct Answer
A. GoingExplanation
When seeking a second opinion, it is appropriate to consider "going" to a specialist. This implies physically visiting a specialist to discuss the matter and get their professional advice. The other options ("to go," "asking," "seeing") do not accurately convey the act of physically going to see a specialist, which is necessary for obtaining a second opinion.Rate this question:
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- 4.
In _______ years the Australian economy has grown markedly.
- A.
Last
- B.
Recent
- C.
Last few
- D.
Current
Correct Answer
B. RecentExplanation
The word "recent" is the correct answer because it indicates a period of time that is close to the present. The sentence suggests that the Australian economy has experienced significant growth in the past few years, which aligns with the meaning of "recent". The other options, such as "last" and "last few", refer to a specific point or a longer period in the past, which does not accurately convey the intended meaning of the sentence. "Current" simply refers to the present, without indicating any specific timeframe for the economic growth.Rate this question:
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- 5.
I have never seen such an __________ football match.
- A.
Exciting
- B.
Excited
- C.
Excitement
- D.
Excite
Correct Answer
A. ExcitingExplanation
The sentence is describing a football match that is being referred to as "such" which implies that it is exceptional or extraordinary. The word "exciting" fits this context perfectly as it means causing great enthusiasm or eagerness.Rate this question:
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- 6.
I ___________ another cup of coffee please.
- A.
Want
- B.
Need
- C.
Would like
- D.
Want to
Correct Answer
C. Would likeExplanation
The phrase "would like" is the most appropriate choice to complete the sentence. It expresses a polite request or desire for another cup of coffee. The other options, such as "want," "need," and "want to," do not convey the same level of politeness and may sound more demanding or less polite in this context.Rate this question:
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- 7.
_______ being tired, he still went to the cinema with his family.
- A.
In spite
- B.
Although
- C.
Even though
- D.
Despite
Correct Answer
D. DespiteExplanation
Despite being tired, he still went to the cinema with his family. This sentence indicates that the person was tired, but despite this, they still chose to go to the cinema with their family. "Despite" is used to show that there is a contrast between being tired and still taking part in the activity. It emphasizes that the person's tiredness did not prevent them from going to the cinema.Rate this question:
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- 8.
They are staying ________ in Boston.
- A.
Short while
- B.
Permanently
- C.
Long time
- D.
Shortly
Correct Answer
B. PermanentlyExplanation
The word "permanently" is grammatically correct in the sentence "They are staying permanently in Boston" because it functions as an adverb modifying the verb "staying." Adverbs provide more information about the action described by the verb, such as the duration, manner, or frequency of the action.
In this context, "permanently" indicates the duration or extent of their stay in Boston. It means that their stay in Boston is indefinite or long-lasting, with no specific end in sight. Adverbs like "permanently" are used to clarify the details of an action or state, making the sentence grammatically sound and conveying the intended meaning that their stay in Boston is not temporary or brief.Rate this question:
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- 9.
She got married ____ a German man last year.
- A.
With
- B.
Together with
- C.
To
- D.
Together
Correct Answer
C. ToExplanation
The correct answer is "to". In this sentence, "to" is used to indicate the person to whom she got married. It is the preposition that is commonly used in this context to show the relationship between the subject and the object of the sentence.Rate this question:
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- 10.
The company is in debt and _________ they will have to make some workers redundant.
- A.
So
- B.
Because
- C.
Consequently
- D.
As result
Correct Answer
C. ConsequentlyExplanation
The correct answer is "consequently" because it indicates a cause-and-effect relationship between the company being in debt and having to make workers redundant. It implies that the debt is the reason or cause, and the consequence or result is the need to lay off employees.Rate this question:
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