Reading 6 Test 1 Part 5&6

101. ...................... the computer seemed like a good investment, they decided against it.

• Because

• Although

• However

• But

102. He should have no problem making his connecting flight as long as there ...................... long lines at customs

• aren't

• will be

• won't be

• haven't

103.Everyone was able to attend last week's meeting …………… Ms.  Kim, who was out of town on a business trip.

• accept

• except

• aspect

• expect

104.The cook insisted that he ................... the soup to make sure that it was spicy enough.

• tasting

• to taste

• tastes

• taste

105. The exchange rate would have been better if they ………… to a reputable bank.

•  had gone

• went

• have gone

• are going

106. His presentation was quite ……………..; however, he is such a dynamic speaker that he held our attention the entire time.

• informative

• relevant

• lengthy

• cautious

107. The buses are crowded and dirty; …………… , they are never on time.

• for example

• instead

• in addition

• nevertheless

108. Her extensive resume and her glowing reference letters prove that she is a competent …………… in her field.

• profession

• professorial

• professional

• profess

109. The incentives to buy an apartment me new development were highlighted in the promotional video, …………… afterwards no one showed any interest in purchasing one.

• but

• and

• so

• as well as

110. My attitude and outlook on life have definitely improved …………. I started a job I like.

• while

• if

• when

• since