Choose the word which has the underlined part pronounced differently from the others.
caused
increased
practiced
promised
Choose the word which has the underlined part pronounced differently from the others.
smoothie
Choose the word which has the underlined part pronounced differently from the others.
flora
collab
drama
madam
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.
“My daughter, Mary, tries to _____ to see me at least once a week”, Mrs. Jones told the social worker.
Go on, finish the food. It needs _____ up because it won’t stay fresh until tomorrow.
“Shall I put the books on the floor?” - “No, I want to keep the _____."
Hoai can not remember the name of the restaurant _____ she ate her favorite roasted duck.
If he were younger, he _____ a professional running competition now.
Canadian wolves are ____ wolves in the world and twice ____ a large dog.
You _____ to prepare the meal. I have done for you already.
_____, Carol's very punctual, but she was late tonight.
When the policeman came to the scene, the driver of the car _____.
US law requires that all public buildings be accessible to _____.
Some roads in Ho Chi Minh city don't provide enough pavements for the pedestrians _____ on safely.
A custom officer is talking to a client at the airport.
- Officer: "Can I have your passport, please?"
- Client: "_____."
Choose the word or phrase that best fits the space in the passage.
Environmental Concerns
Earth is the only place we know of in the universe that can support human life. Yet human activities are making the planet less fit to live on. As the Western world on consuming two-thirds the world's resources while half of the world's population do so just to stay alive we are rapidly destroying the resource we have by which all the people can survive and prosper. Everywhere fertile soil is built on or washed into the sea. Renewable resources are so much that they will never be able to recover completely. We discharge pollutants into the atmosphere without thought of the consequences. As a result, the planet’s ability to support people is being reduced at the very time when rising human numbers and consumption are increasingly heavy demands on it.
Read the following passage and choose the correct answer to each question.
Ever since humans have inhabited the earth, they have made use of various forms of communication. Generally, this expression of thoughts and feelings has been in the form of oral speech. When there is a language barrier, communication is accomplished through sign language in which motions stand for letters, words, and ideas. Tourists, the deaf, and the mute have had to resort to this form of expression. Many of these symbols of whole words are very picturesque and exact and can be used internationally, spelling, however, cannot.
Body language transmits ideas or thoughts by certain actions, either intentionally or unintentionally. A wink can be a way of flirting or implying that the party is only joking. A nod signifies approval while shaking the head shows a negative reaction.
Other forms of nonlinguistic language can be found in Braille (a system of raised dots read with the fingertips), signal flags, Morse code, and smoke signals. Road maps and picture signs also guide, warn, and instruct people. While verbalization is the most common form of language, other systems and techniques also express human thoughts and feelings.
What is the best title for the passage?
According to the paragraph, the following groups of people have to use sign language as their only means of communication EXCEPT _____.
The word “picturesque” in the first paragraph is closest in meaning to _____.
Which of the following statements is true about spelling based on sign language?
Why does the author mention "wink" and "nod" in the second paragraph?
The word “signifies” in the second paragraph is closest in meaning to ______.
It can be inferred from the passage that individuals using the Braille system will _____.
People need to communicate in order to _____.
Read the text and use the word given in capitals at each gap to form a word that fits in each gap.
DRUGS AND THE OLYMPICS
In 1967, the use of drugs by (COMPETE) in the Olympics was banned. Before modern drugs became a problem, athletes had tried all sorts of ways, including drinking a (MIX) of alcohol and raw egg before a race, in order to get an unfair advantage and an improvement in their time. In the marathon in 1904, Thomas Hicks, who became the gold (MEDAL) , actually drank brandy during the race!
Unfortunately, in 1960, a Danish athlete died after taking drugs and the decision was taken to outlaw certain substances. Today, there are (COUNT) chemicals which athletes are not allowed to take - not only during competitive events but also during (TRAIN) . Olympic officials randomly test athletes' blood for evidence of these drugs. Any athlete found to have these substances in their system will almost certainly be banned from competing, partly because they give the athlete an unfair advantage, and partly because they are so harmful.
Complete the second sentence so that it has the same meaning to the first.
Return the product to the shop if you have any complaints about it.
=> Should the product, return it to the shop.
Complete the second sentence so that it has the same meaning to the first.
Don’t misquote. I never said I hated ballet.
=> Don't put . I never said I hated ballet.
Complete the second sentence so that it has the same meaning to the first.
They think the company will launch a groundbreaking product next year.
=> The company is a groundbreaking product next year.
Complete the second sentence so that it has the same meaning to the first.
The teacher said to the students, "Don't forget to do your homework. "
=> The teacher reminded the students
Complete the second sentence so that it has the same meaning to the first.
The performance was so captivating that the audience couldn't take their eyes off it.
=> It was such the audience couldn't take their eyes off it.
Write the body part of a letter, using about 100 words.
You want to redecorate the living room but your parents think it's not necessary. Write a letter to your parents explaining two reasons why redecorating is a good idea.
Begin and end your letter as follows:
Dear Mom and Dad,
I would like to discuss the idea of redecorating our living room with you. While I understand that you may feel it's unnecessary, I have two main reasons to consider.
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I hope you'll consider my opinion.
With love,
Hoan