Mike came across his old friend – Maria while he _____ along the street.
Nowadays, most people rely _____ the mass media as their main source of information.
Human beings are _____ greatest threat to the survival of endangered species.
Josh would never forget _____ by his parent through no fault of his own.
Andrew is a very disciplined employee. He _____ great importance to coming to work in time.
Jane never gives her mother a hand in housework _____ she has a lot of free time.
If you eat too much, you _____ the price by putting on weight.
Joana and David, two students, are talking about studying abroad.
- Joana: “I think studying abroad is the only way to get a well-paid job.”
- David: “_____. There’re still many different ways to get it.”
Peter is having dinner at Wendy’s house.
- Peter: “This steamed crab is so delicious!”
- Wendy: “_____”
Choose the word which has the underlined part pronounced differently from the others.
Choose the word which has the underlined part pronounced differently from the others.
Choose the word which differs from the other three in the position of primary stress.
Choose the word that differs from the rest in the position of the main stress.
Choose the word that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in the following question.
His second venture, a software firm, is booming and will soon be ready to take on more staff.
Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).
The smell of chalk always evokes memories of my school days.
Choose the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).
You won’t be penalized for venturing a guess, so be sure not to leave any questions unanswered.
Choose the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).
I think we cannot purchase this device this time as it costs an arm and a leg.
Read the following passage and choose the best option for each of the blanks.
Adult Learners
Adult learners have many characteristics that distinguish them from school or college learners. Firstly, they come to courses with experiences and knowledge in diverse areas. They often prefer learning activities that enable them to draw on the skills and experience they have acquired. In the main, adults have realistic aims and have valuable into what is likely to be successful. , they are readily able to relate new facts to past experiences and enjoy having their talents explored in learning situations. Adults have established opinions and beliefs, have been formed over time through their experience of families, work, community, or politics.
A majority of adults also have motivation and their effort increases because of their desire to learn. They are also motivated by the relevance of the material to be addressed and learn better when the material is related to their own needs and interests.
(Adapted from “Complete Advanced” by Guy Brook-Hart and Simon Haines)
Read the following passage and choose the correct answer to each of the following questions.
Table manners differ around the world. If you visit your friends’ home for a meal, it’s good to know about the customs they follow.
If you are invited to a Moroccan's home, bring a gift of sweet pastries, nuts, figs, dates, or flowers to the hostess. In many traditional homes, people often sit on the floor to eat a meal. Often, everyone shares food from the same 10 plates. The plate is put in the center of the table. Usually, everyone also drinks water from the same glass. Only eat the food in front of you. Don’t reach across someone for food. It is common to use your fingers and small pieces of bread to eat food. Use only your right hand to eat. Don’t say “no” to food. If the host of the meal offers you food or drink, take some and try a little. In many Moroccan homes, it is common to take off your shoes.
Tanzania is known for its fresh fish and spices. Don’t act scared if your meal comes with its head still on the plate. It is polite to try a bite of everything. In many Tanzanian homes, people sit at a table on small stools to eat. It is OK to eat with your right hand, using bread or chapati to pick up food. Everyone may take food from the same plate, but it is not usual for people to share drinks. You may compliment the cook on a delicious meal, but don’t exaggerate. In some parts of Tanzania, men and women will sit at different tables. Also remember: It is common to take off your shoes in the home, but it is rude to show the bottom of your foot.
(Adapted from Active Skills for Reading Intro by Neil J Anderson)
Which best serves as the title for the passage?
The word “they” in paragraph 1 refers to _____.
According to the passage, why does the writer think it is good to know about customs in other countries?
According to paragraph 3, which of the following should you NOT do in Tanzania?
Read the following passage and choose the correct answer to each of the following questions.
Nepal has made important progress over the past few years to promote equality, but the country still has one of the highest rates of child marriage in the world. 41% of Nepalese girls are married before the age of 18.
Poverty is both a cause and consequence of child marriage in Nepal. Girls from the wealthiest families marry 2 years later than those from the poorest, who are seen as an economic burden, and who drop out of school and earn little money.
Food insecurity plays an important role too. Nepalese families that do not have enough food to eat are more likely to marry their daughters at a young age to decrease the financial burden. One study shows that 91% of people who had secured access to food married over the age of 19.
Dowry is also a common practice in many communities. Parents marry their daughters as soon as possible because the money they have to pay for the groom’s family is higher if their daughter is older. Since 2010, the legal age of marriage is 20 for both men and women, or 18 with parental consent, according to the Nepalese Country Code.
The law states that punishment for child marriage is imprisonment for up to 3 years and a fine of up to 10,000 rupees (£102). But reports suggest that this law is rarely applied. There has been quite a lot of progress in Nepal over the past 3 years with a clear government commitment to ending child marriage and civil society cooperation. The Ministry of Women, Children and Social Welfare is currently developing Nepal’s first national strategy on child marriage in collaboration with UNICEF Nepal and Girls Not Brides Nepal. However, the post-earthquake and post-fuel crisis environment has meant progress is slow and the national strategy has been delayed.
(Adapted from http://www.girlsnotbrides.org/)
Choose the underlined part that needs correction.
Her father used to be a distinguishable professor at the university. Many students worshipped him.
Choose the underlined part that needs correction.
Those famous pictures hanging on the gallery wall painted in France.
Choose the sentence CLOSEST in meaning to the sentence given.
“You should have informed me of the change in advance.” the boss said to his secretary.
Choose the sentence CLOSEST in meaning to the sentence given.
In Venezuela, beauty contests are more popular than football.
Choose the sentence that is closest in meaning to the following question.
Joey put all his money on the lottery, which was his big mistake.
Choose the sentence that best combines this pair of sentences.
Susan didn’t apply for the job in the library. She regrets it now.
Choose the sentence that best combines this pair of sentences.
Kim told us about his investment in the company. He did it on his arrival at the meeting.