Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 19 to 23.

My first job was a sales assistant at a large department store. I wanted to work part-time, because I was still studying at university and I was only able to work a few nights a week.

I came across the advertisement in the local newspaper. I remember the interview as though it were yesterday. The (19) ______ manager sat behind a large desk. He asked me various questions which surprised me because all I wanted was to work in sales. An hours later, I was told that I had got the job and was given a contract to go over. I was to be trained for ten days before I took my post. Also, as a member of staff, I was (20) ______ to some benefits, including discounts.

When I eventually started, I was responsible (21) ______ the toy section. I really enjoyed it there and I loved demonstrating the different toys. I was surprised at how friendly my colleagues were, too. They made working there fun even when we had to deal with customers (22) ______ got on our nerves. (23) ______, working there was a great experience which I will never forget

(19)___________

He missed the opportunity to study abroad. He didn’t realize the importance of English.

You looked exhausted. I think you’ve _______ more than you can handle.

I think it’s impossible to abolish school examinations. They are necessary to evaluate students’ progress.

Which of the following is something a roadie might do?

As far as I’m concerned, it was the year 2007 that Vietnam joined the World Trade Organization. (underlined part that needs correction)

My parent’ warnings didn’t deter me from choosing the job of my dreams. (underlined words CLOSET in meaning with)

If Paul _______ a job now, he wouldn’t be so unhappy.

According to paragraph 3, the salesman _______.

We truly respected our father and always _______ by his rule.

The architects have made _______ use of glass and transparent plastic.

They believe that burning fossil fuels is the main cause of air pollution.

You need to make ______ about what course to take at university.

The word “they” in paragraph 1 refers to _______?

The energy _______ from the sun is renewable and environmentally-friendly.

“I haven’t been very open-minded,” said the manager.

Peter used to work as a journalist for a local newspaper.

According to the passage, people should _______.

There were inconsiderate amounts of money wasted on large building projects. (underlined part that needs correction)

Julie and Ann are talking about their classmate.

 - Julie: “_______” - Ann: “Yeah, not bad, I suppose.”

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the question.