第二篇　完形填空

Questions 1～3 refer to the following letters.

Geneva Designer Interiors, San Francisco Division

May 17

Kelly O’Reilly

Managing Director

Geneva Designer Interiors

Los Angeles

Dear Ms. O’Reilly,

As per your   1  , I have sent you a detailed copy of the minutes from our yearly planning meeting with our board members. Below, I have summarized the key points from the meeting:

1. The proposal from headquarters to implement a pay raise for senior staff members was   2   approved.

2. A minimum 6 months hiring freeze was also unanimously approved to ensure adequate funds to cover the pay raises.

3. However, the suggestion from headquarters to cut charitable donations by 15% was rejected by a vote of 6-2.

4. Instead, a proposal was also made to cut the advertising budget by 10% to   3   additional funds. These additional funds can be used to hire temporary staff members during the hiring freeze.

5. A question was raised as to whether the pay raise would also entail additional responsibilities for senior staff members. Temporary workers could assist with additional responsibilities during the hiring freeze.

Sincerely,

Jennifer Wilson

San Francisco Store Manager

1. （A） return  （B） request　 （C） reserve （D） election

【答案】B

【解析】根據上下文，此處意為“根據您的要求”，選項中B項符合文意。request，要求，請求。reserve儲備；自然保護區。unknowingly不知不覺地。

2. （A） entirely　  （B） anonymously　 （C） unanimously　  （D） unknowingly

【答案】C

【解析】此處意為“提議全體一致通過”，unanimously全體一致地，符合文意。entirely完全地，徹底地。anonymously不具體地；化名地。

3. （A） reside （B） dismount  （C） provide （D） distract

【答案】C

【解析】根據上下文和選項，可知此處表達“減少廣告預算可以提供更多資金”，選項中C項符合文意。provide提供；準備。reside居住；屬于。dismount下車；使下馬。distract轉移；分心。

Questions 4～6 refer to the following memo.

TO: Carey Greer, Head of Personnel

FROM: Frank Seward

RE: ACLA Summer Internship Program

Date: July 18

Two weeks ago I spoke with Marco Jenkins from the Advertising Club of Los Angeles. The ACLA offers a yearly volunteer Summer Internship Program where students can gain hands-on experience working with advertising agencies, clients, and production firms for eight to twelve weeks. Mr. Jenkins has expressed great 　4   in having our production firm join the program.

As of this morning, I have agreed to have our company participate in this year’s program. Through the internship program, we can provide interns with hands-on experience while also creatively addressing the problem of the hiring freeze. I am fully aware that several staff members have filed 　5   about being overworked and not having enough assistance.

I realize this is a direct consequence of the hiring freeze that began six months ago. The internship program could provide some much needed temporary help for our staff members. We would be able to employ interns for a period of three months. Participating businesses can choose whether to offer paid or unpaid internships. I would like to set up a meeting with you to discuss our budget. I was hoping 　6   a small stipend for any interns we employ, but I am not sure if this is a realistic possibility. Also, I wanted to form an outline together with you regarding intern objectives and responsibilities. After we make an outline regarding compensation and duties, we can meet with Susie in payroll.” Her department will make the final decision about the stipends. Please contact my secretary as soon as possible to set up a time.

4. （A） ability  （B） interest　 （C） search　 （D） reason

【答案】B

【解析】空格處要與其后的介詞in搭配，選項中只有interest可以。interest in對…有興趣。

5．（A） complain　 （B） complaints （C） complainer　 （D） complained

【答案】B

【解析】空格處為have的賓語，應填入名詞，此處意為“抱怨”，且根據句意可知有很多人抱怨，用復數形式complaints。complainer老是抱怨的人。

6. （A） offer　 （B） offered　  （C） to offer  （D） offering

【答案】C

【解析】hope to do sth.希望做某事，選擇C。

Questions 7～9 refer to the following advertisement.

Data Entry Clerk Needed

Position Type: Temporary, Full-Time

Degree Required: Associates

Pay Rate: $10 hourly, not negotiable

Job Description:

This job requires clerks 　7  auto loan applications into our computer system. Previous auto credit experience is required. Applicants must be able to type 7500 or more key strokes/hour and be proficient with word processing and spreadsheet software. Interviews will be arranged for candidates who meet the 　8   criteria. Applicants to be interviewed will receive a phone call. All others will receive email notification 　9   two weeks.

7. （A）enter  （B）entering （C）to enter　  （D）entered

【答案】C

【解析】require sb. to do sth.為固定搭配，意為“要求某人做某事”，因此選擇C。

8. （A）above （B）within　 （C）along （D）beyond

【答案】A

【解析】此處意為“符合以上要求”，即滿足上文提到的要求，選擇A。above在上面；上文的。

9. （A）during （B）within　 （C）upon （D）about

【答案】B

【解析】此處意為“兩周之內”，因此within符合文意。

Questions 10～12 refer to the following article.

According to the Automobile Association, the average commuter spends 　10   $7,500 per year, or $15 per day, to operate their car. These figures are based on a mid-size car driven 18,000 km annually （a 30 km daily round trip） and include operation （fuel, maintenance, etc.） and ownership （financing, insurance, depreciation）. Sport utility vehicle and mini-van owners can expect to spend over $9,000 annually.

Ridesharing can 　11   reduce these costs and in some cases can eliminate the need for that costly second family vehicle.

There is another, more tragic, cost related to automobile use: degradation of our environment. Every day, millions of vehicles pump pollutants into our atmosphere. Some of these fall to earth, fouling streams and contaminating crops. Others rise into the stratosphere, damaging the ozone layer and causing global climate warming-the "greenhouse effect."

Still more of these pollutants cling close to earth, inhaled with every breath we take. Air pollution is a proven cause of several lung ailments, from asthma to emphysema. Ridesharing reduces the 　12   of automobiles on our roadways and our environment very simply-by traveling in groups rather than alone, ridesharing decreases the number of vehicles on our roads. It can also relieve stress by sharing the responsibility of driving.

10. （A）approximate　  （B） approximated　 （C） approximation　 （D） approximately

【答案】D

【解析】空格處修飾動詞spend，因此用副詞。選擇C。approximation近似法；接近

11. （A） approximately  （B）dramatically （C）theatrically  （D）consciously

【答案】B

【解析】此處意為“極大程度地減少開支”選項中dramatically符合文意。approximately大約；近于。theatrically戲劇化地。consciously自覺地；有意識地。

12. （A）stress  （B）impact （C）expression　 （D）maneuver

【答案】B

【解析】此處意為“降低影響”，因此impact正確。stress壓力；強調。maneuver機動；演習；策略。

Questions 13～15 refer to the following review.

In The Pauper’s Guide to Internet Trading, Peter Jones and Tara Lanson have produced a guide which provides sound “do-it-yourself-on-a-budget tips” from people 　13   really have done it themselves. They kick off with a few remarks on Internet trading, pointing to the opportunities, the pitfalls, and the need for realism and hard work. Only after this do they go through the technical requirements for creating a good Web presence.

The “Paupers’ approach” means that a lot of the programs they recommend are shareware, cheap, or even free. It’s all very practical and 　14   at the average reader with answers to basic questions such as” Where do I get this? How much does it cost? How does it work?” And, when something doesn’t work or isn’t worth the trouble or expense, they’ll 15   you quite frankly. Unlike many of the other books on Net commerce available, theirs is based on the results of practical experience. They tell you what’s worked for them; they’re prepared to reveal their mistakes; and at every stage they will say, “This worked for me, but here are some alternatives—and here’s a free option.” Even better!

13. （A） when　  （B） who　  （C） which （D） whose

【答案】B

【解析】空格處引導定語從句，先行詞為表人的people，且空格處在從句中作主語，所以要用who。選擇B。

14. （A） taken　  （B） aimed　 （C） manufactured  （D） designed

【答案】B

【解析】此處意為“目標是…”，且空格處要與介詞at搭配，因此選擇aimed。

15. （A） tell  （B） speak （C） give  （D） offer

【答案】A

【解析】此處意為“直接告訴你”，且空格處直接跟賓語you，因此選擇tell。

Questions 16～18 refer to the following memorandum.

MEMO TO: Francis Holden

FROM: Kelly Gainsberg

DATE: July 3

SUBJECT: Paper Reduction Challenge

The state has recently created a Paper Reduction Challenge program to increase conservation and 　16 prevention techniques at the work place. The goal is a five-percent reduction in paper use over a three-month period and an additional five-percent reduction for a second three-month period. The following incentives are offered to participating departments to encourage each state employee to become involved in this effort:

·The work unit decreasing paper consumption the most will receive the cost savings to be used at the group, s discretion, including distribution to employees as bonuses, for an office outing, or to acquire something for the office.

·At the end of the second three-month period, the Department of Forest, Parks, and Recreation will give each employee units that achieve the six-month paper use reduction goal a state park day use pass.

The board members have decided to have our company 　17   in the program.

A copy of the Paper Reduction Challenge Manual, which details various methods to reduce paper consumption, will be sent to you later today. On Wednesday, we will have a meeting with the networking staff to see how we can reduce paperwork by 　18   communication through our computer system. Thanks for your cooperation.

Kelly

16. （A） pollute （B） pollution （C） pollutants （D） polluting

【答案】B

【解析】此處意為“減少辦公環境污染”，空格處作increase的賓語，用名詞pollution，與prevention構成復合名詞表示“防止污染”。

17 （A） expect （B） participate　  （C） anticipate （D） appreciate

【答案】B

【解析】此處意為“參與到項目中”，且要與介詞in搭配，因此選擇項participate。

18. （A） increasing  （B） increasingly　 （C） increase  （D） increases

【答案】A

【解析】空格處修飾名詞communication，用形容詞increasing。

Questions 19～21 refer to the following letter.

October 2

Mr. Donald Chang

Sales Manager

Acura Instruments

Dear Mr. Chang,

I regret to inform you that as of November 20, Cost Cutters Electronics will no longer be placing orders with your company. I want to assure you that this decision does not reflect any dissatisfaction with your 　19   or services. Since the doors to Cost Cutters opened six years ago, we have been happy to distribute your electronic products at our store. Indeed, I am saddened to end this business relationship, but I have no choice in the matter.

As you may be aware, our business was recently bought by Goliath Electronics and will become a Goliath franchise by the end of this year. Goliath executives have 　20   to use other distribution channels, despite my high recommendation of your company. I will remain with Cost Cutters until the end of November. At that time, a newly appointed Goliath staff member will take 　21   my duties. I have submitted a letter of resignation because I do not agree with the business practices of Goliath Electronics. I have decided to pursue other business opportunities instead. Should there be an opportunity to use your services again, I shall be glad to contact you. I appreciate the many years of business we have had together. If you have any questions for me, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Sincerely,

Patricia Cornell

19. （A） products　  （B） productive （C） productivity  （D） producible

【答案】A

【解析】此處意為“對產品和服務不滿意”，因此選擇products。productivity生產力；生產率。producible可生產的；可上演的。

20 （A） assured （B） decided　 （C） dedicated （D） indicated

【答案】B

【解析】此處意為“決定”，且與to搭配，因此選擇decided。decide to do決定做…。assure保證；擔保。dedicate致力；獻身。indicate表明；指出。

21 （A） over　 （B） when  （C） between （D） always

【答案】A

【解析】此處意為“接管，接替”，因此選擇over。take over接管；接收。

Questions 22～24 refer to the following e-mail.

To: Peter Saks

From: Steven Marrone

Subject: Order Number 672LKM

Mr. Saks,

I am writing this e-mail 　22   regards to my recent purchase, which is order number 672LKM. I purchased four different books from your website and spent a total of $98.90. According to your website, the books should have been delivered within three days since I 　23   for free express shipping.

However, it has been over five days, and there is no sign of my order. I have tried calling your toll-free number, but the receptionist with whom I spoke was 　24   helpful.

Therefore I decided to write this e-mail to you. I require these books immediately; I need them for a research project that must be completed as soon as possible. I would appreciate it if you would look into my problem and let me know when to expect my books.

Sincerely,

Steven Marrone

22. （A） for　  （B） by （C） on （D） with

【答案】D

【解析】with regard to為固定搭配，意為“關于；至于”。選擇D。

23. （A） qualified　 （B） requested　 （C） signed  （D） demanded

【答案】A

【解析】空格所在句意為“根據網站上的購物須知，既然我符合免費快遞條件，那些書應該在三日之內送到”。表達“符合…條件”用qualify，選擇A。request要求。sign簽署；簽名。

24. （A） more  （B） particularly  （C） less than　  （D） fewer

【答案】C

【解析】此處意為“接線員沒能為我提供任何幫助”，選項中只有C項符合文意。

Questions 25～27 refer to the following notice.

Iris Study Abroad Program: Health Insurance Coverage

Included in the cost of the Iris Study Abroad Program is health insurance designed to cover the cost of medical care necessitated by sickness or accidents which 　25   during the official program period （including the three days before and three days after the conclusion of the program.） The “Iris” insurance is in effect even when treatment occurs after these dates. In the 　26   event of a medical emergency, the highest quality medical care will be arranged in the country’s most up-to-date facilities. Or if necessary, the policy facilitates the medical evacuation of students from the country.

In addition to Iris-provided health insurance, your son or daughter may also be covered under your 　27   family health insurance policy. Check with your health insurance company or home school for details.

Optional Baggage/Personal Belongings Insurance

An optional policy available from the same company that provides the health insurance policy covers baggage and personal belongings.

25 （A） occur （B） occupy　 （C） reside　 （D） remain

【答案】A

【解析】此處意為“發生事故”，選擇A。occur發生；出現。occupy占領；居住。reside居住；屬于。remain保持；剩余。

26. （A） unlike　  （B） unlikable  （C） unlikely （D） unlikeness

【答案】C

【解析】此處意為“不太可能的”，選項中unlikely符合文意。unlike不像。unlikable不可愛的。unlikeness不同；不像。

27. （A） itself （B） own  （C） alone　 （D） single

【答案】B

【解析】此處意為“你自己的家庭醫療保險”，用own。

Questions28～30 refer to the following article.

According to a recent research survey, approximately 42.3 million Americans have been diagnosed with hypertension （high blood pressure）. Although many people tend to think of medication when they think of treatment, dealing with hypertension actually involves several lifestyle changes. First of all, it is important to manage one’s 　28  . Losing even a few extra pounds can reduce the risks associated with hypertension significantly, especially if the excess weight is around one’s midsection. Weight management involves both healthy eating and 　29  exercise.

It is also important to quit smoking. Nicotine restricts blood vessels and raises blood pressure. Thus, although smokers think smoking relaxes them, it actually makes their hearts work harder to pump blood to all parts of their bodies. Alcohol intake should also be restricted 　30   it raises blood pressure. If your high blood pressure still does not respond to lifestyle changes, at that point, your doctor may prescribe medication to help lower it.

28. （A） allowance　 （B） permission　 （C） estimation  （D） weight

【答案】D

【解析】根據上下文，此處意為“控制體重非常重要”。選項中weight正確。allowance津貼。permission允許，許可。estimation估計；尊重。

29. （A） terminal　  （B） normal  （C） regular （D） practical

【答案】C

【解析】此處意為“有規律的運動”，因此選擇regular。terminal末端的；終點的。

30. （A） due to  （B） owing to （C） since  （D） because of

【答案】C

【解析】此處表示原因，且空格后為完整的從句，應填入連詞，因此選擇since。