Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from that of the rest.
prenatal
premium
precinct
prejudiced
Choose the word whose underlined and bold part is pronounced differently from that of the rest.
unanimous
umpire
unabated
unarmed
Choose the word whose underlined and bold part is pronounced differently from that of the rest.
boot
book
hook
foot
Choose the word which has the underlined part pronounced differently from the others.
chiropody
choir
cholera
scholar
Choose the word which has the underlined part pronounced differently from the others.
drought
southern
scrounge
ouch
Choose the word that differs from the other three in the position of the main stress.
Choose the word that differs from the other three in the position of the main stress.
Choose the word that differs from the other three in the position of the main stress.
Choose the word that differs from the other three in the position of the main stress.
Choose the word that differs from the other three in the position of the main stress.
Read the following passage and choose the correct answer to each of the questions.
Astronauts work incredibly hard, putting in long hours in unnatural, difficult conditions. But sometimes they get pushed too hard and reach a breaking point. This is the story of Skylab 4, the astronaut crew that kicked off the holidays with a mutiny.
The mission launched on November 16, 1973, captured in this retro-futuristic moment as the Mobile Service Structure left these streaks of light as it pulled away from the rocket. The crew of Skylab 4—Gerald Carr, William Pogue, and Edward Gibson—were all space-rookies at the start of their 84 days in orbit. Like their predecessors on Skylab, the bulk of their time was devoted to scientific experiments including observations of comet Kohutek and the first recording of the birth of a solar flare. But unlike previous crews, they fell behind schedule and got into quarrels with Mission Control.
The astronauts claimed NASA was demanding too much; ground control countered that the rookie crew should be working through meals and scheduled breaks to catch up. The astronauts requested time off; ground control was horrified and confused, citing the request for time off as signs of lethargy and depression.
Commander Carr attempted to reason with mission control, pointing out, “On the ground, I don’t think we would be expected to work a 16-hour day for 85 days, and so I really don’t see why we should even try to do it up here.” Meanwhile, Progue tried to explain that by over-scheduling, NASA was setting the astronauts up for failure: "You have to put away equipment, you have to debrief, and then you have to move from one position to another, and you have to look and see what’s coming up, and we’re just being driven to the wall!… There’s not enough consideration given for moving from one point in the spacecraft to another and allowing for transition from one experiment to another… When we oppressed bodily from one point in the spacecraft to another with no time for mental preparation, let alone getting the experiment ready, there’s no way we can do a professional job!"
Six weeks into the mission, the crew broke: They declared an unscheduled day off, turned off their radios, and took the day to shower, stare out the windows, and relax. After the strike, Commander Carr renegotiated a work-schedule with ground control: “We need a schedule that is not so packed. We don’t want to exercise after a meal. We need to get things under control.” The crew was to be left alone during meals, and no strenuous work would be scheduled after 8 pm. Routine chores would be placed on a list for the astronauts to pick off at their convenience instead of on a rigid schedule. The truce had consequences: with more rest and higher morale, the astronauts were more productive. But they also were no longer trusted, and once the mission ended none of the trios ever flew again.
This wasn’t the only space-mutiny: the crew of Apollo 7 went on strike after all three caught colds in orbit and refused to obey ground control. The last strike was when a Mir crew refused to complete the sixth spacewalk inside of two months to complete non-essential repairs. Considering how independent astronauts are, how rough the space environment is, and how much science bureaucrats want to squeeze out of every expensive mission, it’s a wonder mutinies have been so rare.
What best replaces "kicked off"?
According to paragraph 3, what was NOT true about the disagreement between NASA and the astronauts?
According to the passage, which of the following is NOT said about the Gerald Carr?
Which of the following best paraphrases Carr's argument in paragraph 4?
According to paragraph 4, what is NOT an argument that Mr. Pogue offered?
What does the author mean by "the crew broke"?
According to paragraph 5, what can be inferred as to why the trio never flew again?
According to the last paragraph, what is the author's opinion of the frequency of astronauts mutinies?
What does the tone of the article indicate?
How has the author organized the article?
Read the text and choose the best answer to fill in the blanks.
Sometimes the reason why we have a hard time getting along with certain people is simple because there is a clash of personalities. , personality clashed centre around two colleagues with strong personalities. If you find yourself having a hard time getting along with someone at work that has a strong personality. that blaming the other person will only result in a dangerous circle, with each individual not . The best thing to do in that situation is to realise that it takes the stronger person to back down and show humility.
Clashes individuals with strong personalities at work usually begin a tiny leak on a submarine submerged underwater. the crack becomes bigger and bigger, finally bursting a hole in the vessel and flooding it. So likewise if you find yourself to explode with angry words, it would be best for you to physically walk away. The potential for personality clashes to will always challenging to build a relationship with them all. But trying your hardest to get along with all of your colleagues differing personalities, some more extreme than others, will make an impression on your colleagues and they will go out of their way to get along with you too. It just takes the biggest person. So it might as well be you!
The pest was ________ by insecticide.
Choose the correct option to finish the sentence.
I have no intention of paying such ________ prices.
Choose the correct option to finish the sentence.
Jim always gets very annoyed if he can't get his own _______.
Choose the correct option to finish the sentence.
If someone stands you up, he _______.
Choose the correct option to finish the sentence.
A good background in physics is a _________ for a job in aviation.
Choose the correct option to finish the sentence.
He was ________ because of his poor work.
He suggested _____ the bus station to ask for a bus schedule.
Choose the correct option to finish the sentence.
A survey presents a useful _______ of statistical data.
Choose the correct option to finish the sentence.
The troops were positioned in _______ for action.
Choose the correct option to finish the sentence.
The rise in stock prices was ________ as it fell the next day.
Use the words in the brackets in the correct form to fill in the blanks.
One phenomenon that tarnish or even destroy the (dynamic) of a friendship between two people is the (enter) into a pecuniary relationship; that is, one friend lending money to the other. While it may be (admire) for one friend to be concerned about the financial welfare of the other, a detailed schedule for (remunerate) should be made before any money changes hands. Beforehand, it is wise for the two friends to undertake a (length) detailed discourse on the subject, discussing the dates and amounts to be (pay) and any (penalize) that occur if this schedule is not met. Many friends believe their relationships to be exempt from the stress of lending and borrowing; however, many money matters are generally a very (touch) subject. (Stand) debt between friends can become a/an (due) burden and strain on the friendship. It is best, therefore, to avoid lending or borrowing if at all possible.
Find the correct words to fill the brackets in the paragraph. Each of them containing ONE word only.
Imagine you are walking to school listening to music on your MP3. All of a , it stops working and you realise that the batteries have run out. Wouldn't it be wonderful if you could simply the batteries wherever you are? This might be possible in a few years' time as scientists are now on a bag that makes electricity. They say that all someone needs to do is their bag on their back and start walking. The of the body makes electricity in a special part of their bag. This new sounds like a brilliant idea, doesn't it? Scientists developed the "electic backpack" in order to help soldiers, who carry around with them torches, radios and other equipment. All things on batteries and at the moment, the soldiers won't need to carry the power this equipment needs. With the "electric backpack", the soldiers won't need to carry batteries around with them. Rescue workers and mountain climbers will also find the bag useful, as will students who don't want their MP3 players to run out by on their way to school.
Rewrite the second sentence so that the first sentence's meaning doesn't change. Use between TWO and FIVE words. Do NOT change the given word form.
We could discern the building through the fog. (MAKE)
-> We could through the fog.
Rewrite the second sentence so that the first sentence's meaning doesn't change. Use between TWO and FIVE words. Do NOT change the given word form.
The jumper you knitted for my daughter no longer fits her. (GROWN)
-> My daughter the jumper you knitted for her.
Rewrite the second sentence so that the first sentence's meaning doesn't change. Use between TWO and FIVE words. Do NOT change the given word form.
He owed his rescue to a passer-by. (INDEBTED)
-> He for his rescue.
Rewrite the second sentence so that the first sentence's meaning doesn't change. Use between TWO and FIVE words. Do NOT change the given word form.
Money is of little value on a deserted island. (COUNTS)
=> Money on a deserted island.
Rewrite the second sentence so that the first sentence's meaning doesn't change. Use between TWO and FIVE words. Do NOT change the given word form.
Some people accept that nuclear war is inevitable. (RESIGNED)
-> Some people of nuclear war.
Rewrite the second sentence so that the first sentence's meaning doesn't change. Use between TWO and FIVE words. Do NOT change the given word form.
Don't pay attention to what she says. (NOTICE)
-> Don't what she says.
Rewrite the second sentence so that the first sentence's meaning doesn't change. Use between TWO and FIVE words. Do NOT change the given word form.
William decided that an actor's life was not for him. (CUT)
-> William decided that he be an actor.
Rewrite the second sentence so that the first sentence's meaning doesn't change. Use between TWO and FIVE words. Do NOT change the given word form.
Your story is different from the facts. (TIE)
-> Your story the facts.
Rewrite the second sentence so that the first sentence's meaning doesn't change. Use between TWO and FIVE words. Do NOT change the given word form.
Do you have a good relationship with your boss? (TERMS)
-> Are you your boss?
Rewrite the second sentence so that the first sentence's meaning doesn't change. Use between TWO and FIVE words. Do NOT change the given word form.
Local residents said they were against the new traffic scheme. (DISAPPROVAL)
-> Local residents the new traffic scheme.
Rewrite the second sentence so that the first sentence's meaning doesn't change.
No matter how hard I tried, I couldn't solve that problem.
=> Try ...............
Complete the second sentence using the word given so that it has the same meaning to the first.
I wish you hadn't breathed a word about his private life to anyone. (SAID)
=> I'd ..........
Write a paragraph of 120 to 150 words about the following topic.
Do you agree or disagree with the statement "He who asks a question is a fool for 5 minutes; he who does not ask a question remains a fool forever"?
State your opinion and give reasons and examples to support your answer.
(TiengAnhK12 không thiết kế chỗ để bạn nhập câu trả lời cho bài tự luận này. Bạn hãy viết ra giấy nhé!)
Complete the second sentence so that it has the same meaning to the first.
I dislike it when people criticize me unfairly.
=> I object ..........
Complete the second sentence so that it has the same meaning to the first.
The result of the competition was never in doubt.
=> At no time ..........
Complete the second sentence so that it has the same meaning to the first.
His second attempt on the world record was successful.
=> He broke ..........
Complete the second sentence so that it has the same meaning to the first.
It is rumored that we will have a new boss.
=> Rumor ..........
Complete the second sentence so that it has the same meaning to the first.
The police only warned Sara because it was her first offence.
=> Sara was let ..........
Complete the second sentence so that it has the same meaning to the first.
I'll have to wait before I know whether he'll keep his promise or not.
=> It remains ..........
Complete the second sentence so that it has the same meaning to the first.
Peter insisted on being told the complete story.
=> Nothing but ..........
Complete the second sentence so that it has the same meaning to the first.
She was so famous that everyone voted for her.
=> Such ..........