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TOEIC Part 6 | Text Completion: Newsletter Article 08

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Problem 1 ・ Question 1 / 4

This month, we are pleased to (1) the opening of our new branch office in Portland. The office will officially begin operations on August 3. To celebrate this milestone, employees from all departments (2) invited to a welcome reception on the evening of August 5. The event will feature a short presentation from our regional director, followed by a networking dinner. (3), a shuttle bus will be provided from the main lobby for those who wish to attend. We hope this expansion will strengthen our presence on the West Coast and create exciting new (4) for the entire team.

Which word best fits in blank (1)?

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"Be pleased to" is followed by the base form, so "announce" is correct.

Problem 1 ・ Question 2 / 4

This month, we are pleased to (1) the opening of our new branch office in Portland. The office will officially begin operations on August 3. To celebrate this milestone, employees from all departments (2) invited to a welcome reception on the evening of August 5. The event will feature a short presentation from our regional director, followed by a networking dinner. (3), a shuttle bus will be provided from the main lobby for those who wish to attend. We hope this expansion will strengthen our presence on the West Coast and create exciting new (4) for the entire team.

Which word best fits in blank (2)?

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The subject "employees" is plural and the passive is "are invited", so "are" is correct.

Problem 1 ・ Question 3 / 4

This month, we are pleased to (1) the opening of our new branch office in Portland. The office will officially begin operations on August 3. To celebrate this milestone, employees from all departments (2) invited to a welcome reception on the evening of August 5. The event will feature a short presentation from our regional director, followed by a networking dinner. (3), a shuttle bus will be provided from the main lobby for those who wish to attend. We hope this expansion will strengthen our presence on the West Coast and create exciting new (4) for the entire team.

Which word best fits in blank (3)?

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The sentence adds to the information just given, so "additionally" suits the context.

Problem 1 ・ Question 4 / 4

This month, we are pleased to (1) the opening of our new branch office in Portland. The office will officially begin operations on August 3. To celebrate this milestone, employees from all departments (2) invited to a welcome reception on the evening of August 5. The event will feature a short presentation from our regional director, followed by a networking dinner. (3), a shuttle bus will be provided from the main lobby for those who wish to attend. We hope this expansion will strengthen our presence on the West Coast and create exciting new (4) for the entire team.

Which word best fits in blank (4)?

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The context is that the expansion brings good things for the team, so "opportunities" is correct.

Problem 2 ・ Question 1 / 4

As part of our ongoing commitment to employee wellness, the Human Resources department is launching a new fitness program next quarter. Staff members who (1) to participate will receive a free membership to a local gym near the office. The program is designed to help colleagues stay active and reduce stress during busy periods. Participants are (2) to attend at least two sessions per week to gain the full benefits. We believe that a healthy workforce is a (3) one, and this initiative reflects that philosophy. To sign up, please complete the online form (4) Friday, September 12.

Which word best fits in blank (1)?

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The antecedent of the relative "who" is the plural "staff members", so the base form "choose" is correct.

Problem 2 ・ Question 2 / 4

As part of our ongoing commitment to employee wellness, the Human Resources department is launching a new fitness program next quarter. Staff members who (1) to participate will receive a free membership to a local gym near the office. The program is designed to help colleagues stay active and reduce stress during busy periods. Participants are (2) to attend at least two sessions per week to gain the full benefits. We believe that a healthy workforce is a (3) one, and this initiative reflects that philosophy. To sign up, please complete the online form (4) Friday, September 12.

Which word best fits in blank (2)?

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"Be encouraged to do" is the passive meaning to be urged to do something, so "encouraged" is correct.

Problem 2 ・ Question 3 / 4

As part of our ongoing commitment to employee wellness, the Human Resources department is launching a new fitness program next quarter. Staff members who (1) to participate will receive a free membership to a local gym near the office. The program is designed to help colleagues stay active and reduce stress during busy periods. Participants are (2) to attend at least two sessions per week to gain the full benefits. We believe that a healthy workforce is a (3) one, and this initiative reflects that philosophy. To sign up, please complete the online form (4) Friday, September 12.

Which word best fits in blank (3)?

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An adjective is needed to modify the noun "one", so "productive" fits.

Problem 2 ・ Question 4 / 4

As part of our ongoing commitment to employee wellness, the Human Resources department is launching a new fitness program next quarter. Staff members who (1) to participate will receive a free membership to a local gym near the office. The program is designed to help colleagues stay active and reduce stress during busy periods. Participants are (2) to attend at least two sessions per week to gain the full benefits. We believe that a healthy workforce is a (3) one, and this initiative reflects that philosophy. To sign up, please complete the online form (4) Friday, September 12.

Which word best fits in blank (4)?

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The sense is submitting no later than the September 12 deadline, so "by" is correct. "Until" is for continuous action and does not fit here.