Choose the word which has the underlined part pronounced differently from the others.
Choose the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation.
punch
synchronized
march
touching
Choose the word that differs from the rest in the position of the main stress.
Choose the word that differs from the rest in the position of the main stress.
The artist is now holding her first solo _____ of her works in New York.
Getting a new computer system _____ at the school has become a high priority.
Sparkling wine is a(n) _______ acceptable alternative to champagne.
Some researchers have just _____ a survey of young people's points of view on contractual marriage.
Alice and Mary are talking about women’s roles.
- Alice: "In my opinion, women should go to work to share the household financial burden with their husbands."
- Mary: "_____."
Read the passage and choose the suitable word to fill in the blanks.
EXAM ADVICE
In Part Three of the Speaking Section, you work together with a partner. You have to do a(n) task that usually lasts about 3 minutes. One possible task is “problem-solving”, which means you have to look at some visual information and then discuss the problem with your partner. You may be shown photos, drawings, diagrams, maps, plans, advertisements or computer graphics and it is that you study them carefully. If necessary, check you know exactly what to do by politely asking the examiner to repeat the instruction or make them clearer.
While you are doing the task, the examiner will probably say very little and you should ask your partner questions and make if he or she is not saying much. If of you have any real difficulties, the examiner may decide to step in and help. Normally, however, you will find plenty to say, which helps the assessor to give you a fair mark. This mark depends on your success in doing the task by competing with your partner, which includes taking in giving opinions and replying appropriately, although, in the end, it may be possible to “agree or disagree”.
Read the following passage then choose the best answer to each question below.
For many years, schoolchildren in the US have been taken on "field trips" to cultural institutions and historical sites. Despite these trips involving some expense and disruption to class timetables, educators arrange them in the belief that schools exist not only to teach economically useful skills but also to produce civilized young people who appreciate the arts and culture.
However, there have been increasing signs in recent years that the attitude towards field trips changing, with a significant decrease in the number of tours organized for school groups. A survey carried out by a group of school administrators found that over half the schools they asked had decided to cancel trips planned for the next academic year.
So what are the reasons for this change? The most obvious one is the issue of finance. Because there are increasing demands on their funds, schools are forced to make a difficult choice about how to spend the limited money they have. Field trips are an obvious thing to cut since they are seen by many as a luxury. A large number of school heads also consider days spent away from school a waste of time, believing that the only worthwhile use of students' time is spent preparing for exams in the classroom.
But why should anybody worry if schoolchildren go on fewer trips? Those that believe this is a negative development in education would say that cultural field trips contribute to the development of students into well-educated adults who have a healthy interest in history and the arts. Researchers warn that if schools cut field trips, then valuable opportunities to broaden and enrich children’s learning experiences are lost.
(Adapted from Exam Booster by Helen Chilton, Sheila Dignen, Math Fountains and Frances Treloar)
According to the passage, which of the following is NOT true about the values of field trips?
Numerous school administrators believe that the time spent on field trips could be better used for _____.
Fill in each blank with ONE best word.
Daniela: Skateboard champion
I've always an outdoors kind of girl, and as a kid, I'd get up to all sorts of stuff with my friends - climbing trees and messing about in the woods. we got older, my friends started doing other things like shopping and listening to music, but I still loved being outside and needed a new challenge.
It was my brother first got me into skateboarding. I'd seen him practising on his board hour after hour, and to be honest, I used to think it was uncool. But when he showed me some amazing tricks he could do one day, I had to give it a go.
I've got a competitive streak, so I watched loads of skateboarding clips online and got out on my board whenever I could - even when it was dark - in order to compete my brother. It obviously paid because I beat him in a competition last month!
Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.
These works of art have been for centuries. (COLLECTION)
Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.
Many nutritionists warn against diets that promise quick weight loss results. (HEALTH)
Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.
This evening was spent chatting and playing games. (ENJOY)
Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.
She is for the position because of her experience and education in marketing. (QUALIFY)
Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.
The museum displays a of paintings from famous artists around the world. (VARIOUS)
Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first one, using the word in brackets. You must use between 2 and 5 words, including the word given. Do NOT change the word given.
Jerry didn't admit stealing my comic books. (DENIED)
=> Jerry books.
Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first one, using the word in brackets. You must use between 2 and 5 words, including the word given. Do NOT change the word given.
Many creatures still survive and thrive in the harsh conditions of the desert. (THOUGH)
=> Harsh , many creatures still survive and thrive.
Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first one, using the word in brackets. You must use between 2 and 5 words, including the word given. Do NOT change the word given.
I think you should take people in need into consideration. (SPARE)
=> I think you should people in need.
Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first one, using the word in brackets. You must use between 2 and 5 words, including the word given. Do NOT change the word given.
They said the support center was being built then. (UNDER)
=> "The support center ," they said.
Write a paragraph.
Nowadays, families are not as close as in the past and a lot of people have become used to this. In about 120 words, write a paragraph to explain why this is happening.
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