Reading books and participating in adult education classes can help you _____ your knowledge.
She speaks English fluently, _____ she has lived in the UK for many years.
It is strictly illegal to _____ endangered mammals in this national park.
To succeed in this competitive job market, you need to _____ new ideas to impress potential employers.
A whale is a large marine _____ that must breathe air through its blowhole.
Before applying for the job, make sure to update your _____ with your most recent work experience.
The factory wants to _____ its assembly line to increase production speed and reduce human error.
If we don't take action immediately, many marine species _____ extinct in the near future.
They decided to get their house _____ before the winter season started.
The advanced robot acts and interacts _____ it were a real human being.
Choose the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).
Reading different types of books is a great way to widen your understanding of the world.
broaden
maintain
restrict
acquire
Choose the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).
Because of the rapid evolution of digital media, traditional floppy disks have become completely obsolete.
outdated
modern
fascinating
reliable
Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).
Governments around the world must take action to conserve natural habitats for endangered species.
protect
distribute
degrade
release
Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).
One of the main benefits of mass media is that it allows for instant updates on global news.
slow
accessible
credible
immediate
Read the following instructions and choose the best answer for each blank.
How to Succeed in a Job Interview
Preparing for a job interview can be stressful, but following these guidelines will help you make a great impression on the employers:
Read the following passage and choose the correct answer to each of the questions.
A carbon footprint is the total amount of greenhouse gases a person produces through their daily activities, measured in tonnes of CO₂ per year. The global average is around 4 tonnes per person, but this number varies greatly between countries. In the United States, for example, the average is about 16 tonnes - four times the global figure. To slow down climate change, scientists say each person needs to cut their footprint to under 2 tonnes by 2050.
Transport and food are two of the biggest sources of personal emissions. Taking a return flight from London to New York produces roughly 1.7 tonnes of CO2 per passenger - almost a full year's recommended budget in a single trip. Food choices also make a big difference: producing one kilogram of beef releases about 27 kg of CO2, while the same amount of chicken produces only 2.5 kg. Eating less meat and more plant-based food can lower a person's food-related emissions by up to 73%.
At home, heating and electricity use make up around 25% of an average person's carbon footprint in developed countries. Switching to a renewable energy plan is one of the easiest steps people can take, and research shows it can save up to 1.5 tonnes of CO2 per year. Even small changes, such as using energy-saving light bulbs or turning off appliances when not in use, can add up to a meaningful reduction over time.
However, personal actions alone are not enough. A report by CDP found that just 100 companies are responsible for 71% of global emissions. Solving the climate crisis will require governments and businesses to take stronger action alongside individuals.
The word "varies" in paragraph 1 can be best replaced by _____.
increases
differs
drops
remains
Which of the following is TRUE according to paragraph 1?
The average American's carbon footprint is exactly four tonnes per year.
Scientists aim to eliminate all personal greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.
A person in the United States produces significantly more CO2 than the global average.
Every country in the world currently has an average carbon footprint of 4 tonnes.
The word "releases" in paragraph 2 is OPPOSITE in meaning to _____.
absorbs
produces
emits
measures
The word "it" in paragraph 3 refers to _____.
heating and electricity use at home
research on carbon footprint reduction
using energy-saving light bulbs at home
switching to a renewable energy plan
Which of the following is NOT mentioned in paragraph 3 as a method to reduce emissions at home?
Switching to renewable energy
Using energy-saving light bulbs
Turning off unused appliances
Installing rooftop solar panels
Which of the following best paraphrases the following sentence in paragraph 2?
"Eating less meat and more plant-based food can lower a person's food-related emissions by up to 73%."
People who completely stop eating meat are certain to reduce their overall carbon footprint by exactly 73%.
A person can cut their food-related carbon emissions by as much as 73% by eating fewer animal products and more plant-based food.
Choosing plant-based meals over meat is the most effective way for a country to lower its total greenhouse gas output by 73%.
Going fully vegan guarantees that an individual's food emissions will drop by 73%, according to recent research.
Which paragraph discusses the disproportionate impact of large corporations on the global climate?
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 4
Which paragraph mentions a specific human activity that can consume nearly a year's worth of the recommended carbon budget?
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 4
Read the following passage and choose the best answer for each blank.
For decades, traditional mass media such as television, radio, and the press operated as a one-way street. Information was broadcast to the public, and audiences consumed it passively without much opportunity to interact, question the source, or (1) _____. The primary goal of these institutions was to distribute news to a mass audience on a fixed schedule.
The digital revolution has completely transformed this dynamic. Modern digital platforms are highly interactive, allowing users to not only consume content but also produce and share it instantly. While this democratization of information is empowering, (2) _____. Anyone with a smartphone can act as a reporter, completely bypassing traditional editorial processes. Because there is no strict fact-checking mechanism in place, sensational but entirely false headlines often attract more clicks than verified articles. Consequently, it has become increasingly difficult for average viewers to distinguish between credible journalism and fabricated stories.
(3) _____. As a result, many internet users are becoming more skeptical of what they read online. To regain this trust, tech companies have started improving their algorithms to filter out bias and fake news. However, (4) _____. There is a growing consensus that combatting the spread of misinformation requires a joint effort. This includes media platforms taking responsibility for their content, and, equally importantly, (5) _____.
Choose the phrase or sentence that best fits (1).
expressing their personal views about the broadcasted matters
express their own opinions on the matters being discussed
they expressed their own opinions on the matters discussed
what the matters were being discussed by their opinions
Choose the phrase or sentence that best fits (2).
making it a perfect environment for fake news spreading rapidly
so fake news can spread rapidly in this perfect environment
they expressed their own opinions on the matters discussed
fake news spreading rapidly is a perfect environment created by it
Choose the phrase or sentence that best fits (3).
The public trust in mass media has increased significantly due to this lack of reliability
Because of damaging the public trust, mass media lacks reliability as a whole
Damaging the public trust is a whole lack of reliability in mass media
This lack of reliability has severely damaged the public trust in mass media as a whole
Choose the phrase or sentence that best fits (4).
technology alone cannot provide a complete solution to this complex issue
relying on technology alone cannot be provided as a complete solution
this complex issue cannot completely solve technology alone
a complete solution to this complex issue cannot alone provide technology
Choose the phrase or sentence that best fits (5).
for individuals to develop strong critical thinking skills to evaluate information
individuals developing strong critical thinking skills to evaluate information
individuals develop strong critical thinking skills for evaluating information
strong critical thinking skills are developed by individuals to evaluate information
Choose the best way to rearrange the following sentences in order to make a meaningful paragraph.
a. However, some experts warn that this rapid automation might lead to significant job losses in certain sectors.
b. In recent years, artificial intelligence has made remarkable advancements, transforming various industries globally.
c. For instance, AI-powered chatbots can now handle customer service inquiries just as effectively as human agents.
d. To address this concern, it is essential for workers to continuously update their skills and adapt to new technologies.
e. Because of this efficiency, many companies are eager to adopt these robotic systems to reduce operational costs.
b - a - c - e - d
c - e - b - a - d
b - c - e - a - d
b - e - c - d - a
Choose the best way to rearrange the following sentences in order to make a meaningful conversation.
a. Sarah: Thanks for the advice. I will definitely fact-check the information with a credible source before sharing it.
b. Sarah: Have you seen this shocking news article about the local election on social media?
c. John: Yes, but you should be careful because that website is highly biased and often spreads fake news.
a - b - c
c - b - a
b - a - c
b - c - a
Choose the best way to rearrange the following sentences in order to make a meaningful letter.
Dear Mr. Johnson,
a. Please reply to this email by Friday to confirm your attendance and let us know if you require any special accommodations.
b. Therefore, we would like to formally invite you to an online interview with our hiring manager next Wednesday at 2 PM.
c. I am writing to update you on the status of your application for the software developer vacancy at our company.
d. During this meeting, we will discuss your portfolio in more detail and evaluate your soft skills.
e. We were highly impressed by the advanced programming skills and hands-on experience demonstrated in your CV.
Yours sincerely,
HR Department
c - e - b - d - a
c - b - e - d - a
e - c - b - a - d
c - e - d - b - a
Complete the second sentence so that it has the same meaning to the first.
"Don't forget to phone the office," she told him.
=> She reminded ..........
Complete the second sentence so that it has the same meaning to the first.
Peter doesn't learn hard, so his marks at school are bad.
=> If Peter ..........
Complete the second sentence so that it has the same meaning to the first.
I am going to eat less chocolate this year.
=> I am going to cut of chocolate I eat this year.
Complete the second sentence, using the word given so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence. Do NOT change the word given in brackets in any way.
Jane was the one who rescued the endangered sea turtle on the beach. (THAT)
=> It the endangered sea turtle on the beach.
Complete the second sentence, using the word given so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence. Do NOT change the word given in brackets in any way.
I have respect for my father because he's reliable, honest and very clever. (UP)
=> My father is reliable, honest and very clever so him.
Write a short paragraph about three benefits of distance learning for adult learners.
Your paragraph MUST be about 180-200 words.