Directions: For each numbered blank in the following passage, fill in
a suitable word in each blank on the ANSWER SHEET.
There are people who are especially attracted (51)
the notion of "climbing the ladder" so as to (52)
their status, financial position, and sense of self-worth.
(53) part, as a result of the work ethic, these people are
internally "driven" to work. Not infrequently, foreign visitors have
observed that Americans spend an inordinate (54) of time
working and, (55) a consequence, Americans have little time
for leisure or personal relationships. In American English a new word has
been (56) to (57) people who work
compulsively. The word "workaholic" describes an individual who is (58)
addicted to work as an alcoholic is to liquor. There
are conflicting points of view about workaholics. Those concerned with problems
of mental stress believe workaholics abuse themselves physically and
(59) .Others hold that workaholics are valuable members of
society (60) they are extremely productive. The
American culture (61) achievement, efficiency, and
production--a workaholic upholds these values. (62)
the presence of workaholics, there is a growing realization in the
United States that excessive work demands can be physically and mentally
(63) . Many people have been rebelling against the work ethic,
claiming that when a job is so important, personal relationships
suffer and relaxation becomes secondary. Consequently there has been a
(64) in values, with more emphasis being given to personal
relationships and non-work activities. Leisure time provides opportunities to
find personal satisfaction and freedom (65) the routine of
work. Increased leisure time in the United States has not
altered the idea that work and play are distinct activities. This (66)
is clear-cut; there are "work-hours" and "after-work-hours." There is
a belief that it is desirable "to work hard and play hard" and (67)
to combine the two. In many offices, stores, and factories socializing
among employees is discouraged. An employee under pressure at work often cannot
afford to respond to social calls and visits. However, the amount of personal
contact on the job (68) on the nature of the work. There may
be more social interaction between teachers in a school than between scientists
doing independent research. Nevertheless, work and (69) are
usually perceived and maintained (70) separate
activities.