Choose the word which has the underlined part pronounced differently from the others.
sunshine
jungle
result
campus
Choose the word which has the underlined part pronounced differently from the others.
deadline
reasonable
pleasant
spread
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.
You _____ skip meals or eat junk food regularly, as it will affect your health.
_____ of a newborn baby requires patience, love, and constant attention.
There aren't any good movies playing at the cinema this weekend, _____?
I’ve _____ had two hours of sleep, so I’m tired and can barely keep my eyes open.
_____ of the change, the employees adjusted their schedules.
The historic center of Rome _____ a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1980.
National parks and protected areas help _____ ecosystems by limiting human activities.
The team worked overtime _____ the project before the deadline.
_____ to the project that made him a valuable team member.
"Would you mind _____ question 5 again, Ms. Thompson?" the boy said.
Read the passage then choose the correct answer to fill in each blank.
According to a recent study of teenagers, of them do not do housework just for pocket money. While many do household chores because they see it as a way of getting ready for adult life, others feel they have a to help their parents because it is fair, especially if their parents work.
More than two-thirds of the young people were surveyed clean floors at least once a week and more than 80% regularly set the table for meals or do the washing-up. Girls are more likely than boys to wash their own clothes.
There are, a few teens who only do the housework because they are made to by their parents. They argue that they should not be expected to help out at home because in their view, their teenage years are a period which should be enjoyed rather than with household responsibilities.
(Adapted from Complete First for Schools by Guy Brook-Hart)
Read the following passage and choose the correct answer to each of the questions.
Situated on the central coast of Vietnam, which is famous for many beautiful beaches. Lang Co Beach, since June 2009, has become an official member of the “World’s most beautiful bays” club. Today, it is a popular destination for tourists in Vietnam, especially for those who love the beach so much.
With the length of approximately 10 kilometers, Lang Co Beach located in Lang Co town, Phu Loc district, Thua Thien – Hue province is next to the National Highway 1A and near Hai Van Pass.
Lying on the most beautiful curve of the country, Lang Co has almost everything that nature can offer: green mountains and tropical forests, smooth white sand, full of sunshine and cool, blue and clear sea as crystal, and the average temperature of 25oC in summer. It is the third bay of Vietnam, after Ha Long and Nha Trang, named in the list of 30 most beautiful bays in the world.
It can be said that nobody can resist a beauty like Lang Co town. This small and peaceful town will give you the most relaxing time and many games on the beach. In addition, you will have a good time to enjoy the seafood with various kinds of shrimps, lobster, crab, butter-fish, mackerel fish, oysters, etc. and not far from the beach are some attractions such as Lang Co fishing village, Chan May scenery.
Lying on the “Central Heritage Road”, Lang Co is very close to other famous attractions such as the Imperial City of Hue, Hoi An Ancient Town, Son Tra Peninsula where the famous Son Tra Natural Reserve and beautiful beaches located, and so many more.
Lang Co beach is located _____.
So many tourists come to Lang Co beach because _____.
Coming to Lang Co Beach, you can do all of the following activities EXCEPT _____.
Read the text and choose the best answers to fill in the blanks.
Before (1) _____, they must think about the weather, the kind of land and whether it is flat or hilly, and how much money they can make. Some farmers have only crops - plants grown for food - or animals - like cows and sheep. (2) _____.
Although Britain is mild, the weather does differ from one part of the country to another; the east, for example, is drier and the west is wetter. Different fruits and vegetables grow well in different areas. (3) _____, there are many farms where you can pick your own fruits and vegetables. This is often much cheaper than buying from a supermarket. Fishing is also very important in Britain. (4) _____. Since there are not enough fish for everyone, fishermen have to think about the present and the future: they need to earn money today, but they also need to feed their families tomorrow. (5) _____, in many seaside towns, the tourist business now brings in more money than fishing.
Choose the word or phrase that best fits (1).
Choose the word or phrase that best fits (2).
Choose the word or phrase that best fits (3).
Choose the word or phrase that best fits (4).
Choose the word or phrase that best fits (5).
Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.
logging is a major environmental problem in many tropical forests. (LEGAL)
Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.
We need more of the effects of pollution on ecosystems if we want to prevent further damage. (AWARE)
Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.
She planned to study medicine, but finally chose to pursue a career in law. (ORIGIN)
Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.
The temperatures overnight damaged several crops in the field. (FREEZE)
Complete the second sentence so that it has the same meaning to the first.
They began working on the project last month and they are still working on it.
=> They have last month.
Complete the second sentence so that it has the same meaning to the first.
“Why don’t you put your luggage under the seat?” he asked me.
=> He suggested that under the seat.
Complete the second sentence so that it has the same meaning to the first.
It was irresponsible that you skipped the meeting without informing anyone.
=> You should without informing anyone.
Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, using the word given. Do not change the word given. You must use between two and five words, including the word given.
There have been so many robberies lately that people are afraid. (LOT)
=> There have been such lately that people are afraid.
Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, using the word given. Do not change the word given. You must use between two and five words, including the word given.
She finds it confusing to follow the instructions without a clear example. (HER)
=> It is the instructions without a clear example.
Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, using the word given. Do not change the word given. You must use between two and five words, including the word given.
The rangers monitored the wildlife during the day, not at night. (THAT)
=> It the rangers monitored the wildlife, not at night.
Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, using the word given. Do not change the word given. You must use between two and five words, including the word given.
The lecturer is respected by all her colleagues for her professional expertise. (LOOK)
=> All the colleagues the lecturer because of her professional expertise.