高中英语语法填空:对话题型能力练习 Test 16

高中英语语法填空:对话题型能力练习 Test 16

F: Simon, how does it feel to be retired?

M: Well, not so bad.

F: How have you been spending your time?

M: I 　61　 (spend) more time with my family. I've also traveled a bit, you know, 　62　 season when everywhere is less crowded and hotels cost less.

F: Great.

M: You know I haven't stopped work completely.

F: Yes, could you tell us more about this?

M: I'm on a scheme 　63　 is called phased retirement; I had a six-month break from work, after which I 　64　 (apply) for project work with the company I used to work for.

F: How does the scheme work?

M: Well, it's a trial at the moment. Instead of hiring temporary stuff, the company advertises posts on its website 　65　 retired employees like myself can access.

F: What sort of work is advertised?

M: Well, all sorts of things, really. Administrative work and more 　66　 (specialize) work, 　67　 sort of thing I can do. Some of the projects can last five or six months, and others can just be a couple of days. I can decide more or less when to work. So I can manage my own time.

F: I can see it's good for you. What is your company getting out of this?

M: Well, I still have all my old contacts at work, 　68　 I know who to contact to get 　69　 done. The company gets flexibility, too. 　70　 the job's over, that's it. I'm not on their books any more.