ADVANCED GRAMMAR VOCABULARY PRACTICE TESTS 16 25 (1)

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TEST 16

A MULTIPLE CHOICE

Choose the best option to complete the following sentences

1 Choose whatever you like from the menu It’s your birthday so money is no

2 Students should be encouraged to _ critically the information that they are given

3 When I joined the army, I found it difficult to orders from my superiors, but I soon got used to it

A finish off B wrap up C carry out D follow through

4 On Christmas Eve, the _ family gathers for dinner, usually at my grandmother’s house

5 , helped shape the history of American industry

A Joseph Wharton, along with his many successful business ventures, has

B Joseph Wharton, including his many successful business ventures, have

C Joseph Wharton, along with his many successful business ventures, have

D Joseph Wharton and his many successful business ventures has

6 I’d like to _ the crossword puzzle in the newspapers everyday

7 Her living room, with its delicate furniture and knickknacks, made him feel like a bull in a shop

8 The thing I don’t like about my present job is that we often have to work up to ten hours a stretch

9 Cyclone Althea devastated portions of northern Australia in December 1971; the strong winds ripped roofs off houses, hail damaged vehicles and windows, and cost the Australian federal government close to a billion dollars in modern-day adjusted values

10 Some of the members were so _ by the way Jack opened the meeting that they walked right out

A joyous B incensed C unaffected D tired

11 He pressed on, , planning the largest electric furnace in the world

A thinking better of it B thinking out loud C thinking back D thinking big

12 Mad Max was a low-budget film It received a lot of good reviews

A however B although C whatever D though

13 After receiving the result of the latest exam, Sally was in _

14 He will never his pride and try to bring his ex back

15 Yesterday, I my homeroom teacher when I was having coffee with Dan

A dropped in B got on C bumped into D came over

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16 Cooks should remember that some raw foods are very and should be refrigerated or chilled until ready to be eaten or cooked

A peripheral B perishable C periodic D permanent

17 He had no about lying to her mother despite her efforts to lift up his spirits

18 Due to the blatant plagiarism of his classmate, Tim is now emitting smoke from orifices

19 Would you mind if I _ the door?

20 I’ll _ your suggestions and reply to you next week

A glance through B mull over C look up D refer to

B.WORD FORM

I Use the correct form of the words given to fill in each blank

21 Murray agreed to write the to Baker's book, as a favor to his old friend (FACE)

22 The government has come up with a _ scheme for training teachers on the job (BAKE)

23 He trekked some of the most terrain in the world (HOSPITABLE)

24 He is entirely about the violence in his movies, which stirs up anger among the general public (APOLOGY)

25 Trying multiple jobs at once can be a(n) _ experience (ENLIGHTEN)

II Use the correct form of the words given to make a meaningful passage

CRYING

Charles Darwin thought that the human tendency to cry had no obvious evolutionary purpose He was almost certainly wrong More recently scientists have pointed to its social significance with psychiatrist John Bowlby 26 (light) the role of crying in developing the attachment between mother and child Many believe that tears, at least during childhood, are mainly an expression of 27 _ (help) However, the persistence of crying into adulthood is harder to explain It seems that the sound of crying becomes considerably less important than the visual signal it conveys It may have been 28 _ (advantage) to early human communities as a means of promoting trust and social connectedness

Tears can undoubtedly have other causes too We may cry to express sympathy for those suffering terrible 29 (just) Furthermore, tears can be shed 30 _ (volunteer), rather to our embarrassment, when we hear inspiring music or moving speeches We may cry when watching a sentimental film, but interestingly, this is more likely to occur in company than when we are alone The social function of crying would seem to be undeniable, but research continues

(Adapted from Cambridge CPE 2)

C.OPEN CLOZE

Fill in each blank one suitable word

BLUE DIAMONDS

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Blue diamonds are the world’s most expensive diamonds, with some valued 31 _ over 350 million US dollars However, no one knew 32 _ recently precisely where these rare stones came from Most diamonds are formed from pure carbon under extreme heat 150 to 200 kilometres underground, and 33 is thought that volcanic eruptions bring them to the earth’s surface Research by scientists has revealed, however, that blue diamonds were probably formed somewhere 34 600 and 800 kilometres down, in a part of the earth’s interior known 35 the lower mantle These researchers analysed 46 blue diamonds, all of 36 contained minerals only found in the lower mantle 37 only were these stones formed four times nearer the earth’s core 38 _ normal diamonds, but they also contain an element called boron that is mostly found on the earth’s surface What seems to have happened, 39 _ to the researchers, is that billions of years 40 _, rocks containing boron were carried down into the lower mantle by movements of the earth’s tectonic plates, and were eventually returned to the surface by volcanic action

42 A cautious B clever C intelligent D aware

43 A mind B thought C decision D idea

44 A purpose B objective C target D destination

46 A lacking B short C incapable D interested

47 A regard B consider C reckon D remember

50 A Get out B carry out C turn out D bring out

E ERROR IDENTIFICATION

The passage below contains 10 mistakes Identify them and write their correct forms in the space provided in the column

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Rewrite the following sentences using the words given

61 He has been learning the piano for two years UP

=> He ago

62 It is a popular belief that too much money is spent on space exploration WASTE

=> Space exploration is widely _

63 The company’s profits have improved a lot this year SHOWN

=> The company’s profits _

64 I’ve been thinking hard to remember the name of the girl I sat next to at primary school BRAINS

=> I’ve been

65 There has been a big rise in property taxes in the last year ROOF

=> Property taxes in the last year

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TEST 17

1 You have to be _ if you want to beat her

A under your wings B on your toes C in the balance D off the record

2 It’s important to know about how developed countries have solved the urbanization problems and some solutions to those in Viet Nam

3 The lawyers hoped for a quick settlement but the case _ for months

A dawned on B brought on C got on D dragged on

4 Finding the most cost-effective measure to fight against the Covid 19 outbreak is a debated issue

5 I don’t suppose there is anyone there, _?

A do I B isn’t there C is there D don’t I

6 He asked me if I had taken the previous semester

A house economics B home economic C house economic D home economics

7 The play was a success more by accident than by _

8 A wave of bombings _ through the capital’s business district

9 The Vauxhall _ to be economical, has recently regained popularity among car collectors

A automobile, being designed B automobile being designed

C automobile, a car designed D automobile, designed

10 on by my friend, I applied for the job I had always dreamt of having

11.The young rookie scored over 20 goals in his first year, taking the whole league by _

12 She worships the sun and she always spends her holidays in Greece

13 He’s a drinker and can nearly always be found in the hotel bar

14 The witnesses to the car crash each gave a _ account of how the accident happened

A changing B conflicting C mixed D fighting

15 As the years passed, his memories of the terrible experience _ away, and he began to lead a normal life again

16 Many road accidents occur because motorists can not the speed of approaching vehicles

17 I am sorry to have bothered you - I was under the _ that you wanted me to call you

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A illusion B misconception C misapprehension D impression

18 I heard _ that Jack has been dropped from the basketball team

A In the woods B under your feet C on the grapevine D on the olive branch

19 We should participate in the movements the natural environment

A Organizing to conserve B organized to conserve

C Organized conserving D which organize to conserve

20 She had to take out a bank loan when I started up in business and it took her two years

to pay it _

B WORD FORM

21 It’s particularly important that we reach out to everybody in our countries - those who feel , those who feel left behind by globalization - and address their concerns in constructive ways (AFFECT)

22 The zoo has a schedule of feedings and talks, an area where children can feed and _ Shetland ponies and Tamworth pigs (FRIEND)

23 Some employers try to take advantage of the undocumented status of some workers to pay them lower wages (SCRUPLE)

24 Undoubtedly, as more women vote, more women are _ employed (GAIN)

25 Only a privileged few enjoy the _ of Western wealth and the lifestyle that goes with it while those in their midst are completely preoccupied with the daily struggle for survival (TRAP)

TRAINING SPORTS CHAMPIONS

What are the abilities that a professional sports person needs? To guarantee that opponents can be 26 _ (come), speed, stamina and agility are essential, not to mention 27 _ (stand) natural talent Both a rigorous and comprehensive 28 (fit) regime and highly nutritious diet are vital for top-level performance It is carbohydrates, rather than proteins and fat, that provides athletes with the endurance they need to compete This means that pasta is more beneficial than eggs or meat Such a diet enables them to move very energetically when required Failure to follow a sensible diet can result in the inability to maintain stamina

Regular training to increase muscular strength is also a vital part of a professional's regime, and this is 29 (type) done by exercising with weights Sports people are prone to injury but a quality training regime can ensure that the 30 (severe) of these can be minimised

C.OPEN CLOZE

FROM COUTURE TO CARDI B:

WHY FASHION REBEL THIERRY MUGLER STILL GRABS HEADLINES

On the night Cardi B 31 the first female solo artist to win the Grammy for best rap album, she emerged on the red carpet in a kitsch, shell-pink satin couture gown

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32 a bodacious Botticelli Venus Later 33 _ evening, she performed in 34 sheer cheetah print catsuit, complete 35 _ detachable peacock-feather tail

Both boldly sexy outfits came 36 _ the archive of French provocateur Thierry Mugler 37 _, despite having left the fashion industry more than 15 years 38 to pursue other creative projects, 39 generating more headlines than most designers still in the business Perhaps that’s because his unapologetically assertive vision speaks 40 _ the moment’s renegade mood

G GUIDED CLOZE

Read the text below and decide which answer best fits each space

WOULD YOU RATHER WIN A SILVER OR BRONZE MEDAL?

Try to 41 _ yourself as an athlete in an Olympic event We can 42 _ assume you’d want to win, and, if that wasn’t possible, you’d prefer to 43 _ up second rather than third However, research 44 that the reality may be different

In one study, volunteers assessed athlete’s faces as they waited for their medals In particular, they looked out for athletes with a “Duchenne smile”, which is thought to show happiness and is 45 by a raising of the mouth and a crinkling round the eyes Gold medal winners were rated as happiest, but those in second place seemed less happy than bronze medallists Researchers also found that the 46 by which a medal was won or lost appeared important: silver medallists who 47 _ lost out on gold were significantly less happy than those who only just beat the third-placed athlete

Do silver medallists 48 _ on how they might have won gold, whereas bronze medallists just feel lucky to win something? We can’t be sure, but researchers think comparative performance may 49 affect the 50 of happiness

41 A suppose B picture C conceive D presume

42 A soundly B steadily C safely D strongly

44 A exposes B suggests C notifies D admits

45 A characterized B featured C constituted D specified

47 A tightly B finely C closely D narrowly

48 A wonder B reflect C consider D evaluate

49 A greatly B undoubtedly C fiercely D broadly

50 A impact B conclusion C feeling D reach

H ERROR IDENTIFICATION

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61 Thomas is quite open about his four marriages SECRET

=> Thomas _ he has been married four times

62 The mistake in the accounts was not noticed until the figures were re-checked LIGHT

=> The mistake in the accounts

63 It’s just a matter of time before she establishes a rival company UP

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TEST 18

1 He has been dating her for 3 years now, so he plans on buying a diamond ring and the question over Christmas break

2 She’s been him to go out with her for months

A persisting B pestering C hitting D trying

3 After several injuries and failures, things have eventually for Todd when he reached the final round of the tournament

A taken up B turned on C gone on D looked up

4 Ironically, many courses offered in schools these days do not changes in the job market

5 The ocean can be easily distinguished from a lake by two things: the presence of kelp and _

A its distinctive smell B their smell C smelling distinct D a distinctive smell

6 The defendants are accused of attempting to the course of justice

7 I’ve searched for that old photo album, but I can’t find it anywhere

A high and low B long and short C thick and thin D straight and narrow

8 Although her friends came unexpectedly, it took Emma only fifteen minutes to the meal for dinner

A Puzzle out B rustle up C figure out D grapple with

9 Despite the group’s many musical successes, _ to afford new instruments and gas money for the van

A they are struggling B they struggle C it is struggling D it is struggled

10 An entrance _ was introduced and children younger than ten years old were not admitted

11 Wealth and power go _ in most societies

A shoulder to shoulder B face to face C eye to eye D hand in hand

12 James forgot the _ pen he bought yesterday at school

A beautiful Japanese blue new B Japanese beautiful new blue

C new beautiful blue Japanese D beautiful new blue Japanese

13 It is _ possible to spend all of your life in this city

14 Before the crowd had even had time to a cry, he was underneath the vehicle

15 He broke loud cursing when he realized his ring was stolen

16 It seems that the world record for this event is almost impossible to

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17 In order to learn a new language well, you should the initiative to learn independently and purposefully

18 I would be to name all countries in Europe

A dead and gone B hard pressed C better off D hot and cold

19 every major judo title, Mark retired from international competition

A When he won B Having won C Winning D On winning

20 Although we were hungry, the smell from the spoiled food totally us off

B WORD FORM

21 Frank sees life as one long struggle during which any actions that sustain you for just one more day are entirely _ (EXCUSE)

22 Formerly close friends, they had been from each other for many years (STRANGE)

23 I don’t understand why her preferences for vivid colors is still such a _ subject (TOUCH)

24 The costs of renting accommodation may prevent many people from migrating to big cities (PROHIBIT)

25 They need to remain so that they can continue to be enriched by other repertoires, tales and songs (NOMAD)

The woman twists and contorts her body, wheeling and spinning spectacularly across the room, her voice rising in 26 (ecstasy) whoops and yells when dropping to mournful moans and grunts before she collapses in a heap on the floor And then it’s my turn

I came here seeking a brief escape from the stresses and strains of everyday modern life But right now my instinctive stress flight response is in full throttle and urging me to sprint for the door, run like hell, anything rather than stand up and perform spontaneous singing and dancing in front of a rather forbidding assortment of complete strangers But there is

no graceful way out And something about the trance - like beat of the African drums, the 27 _ (earth) hum of the harmonium, combined with the soothing candle-lit glow of the room and - perhaps most of all - the serene reassurance of our teacher compels me to stay put

This is natural voice therapy The workshops are meant to release hidden emotions and anxieties, and promote 28 (relax) and mental healing through singing Using a mixture of mantra, Sanskrit chanting, Indian scales and pure improvisation Of course, singing is already natural to most of us We all know the 29 _ (lift) boost of singing

in harmony with others, while hearing the blues can evoke 30 (grieve) in anyone But is there more to singing than this transitory change of mood?

C OPEN CLOZE

Over the last hundred years, much of the art of using herbs in cooking and medicine has been lost, especially in industrialised societies Until recently, few people in the crowded

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cities had the space to grow plants or vegetables, and so 31 _ in the country did knowledge of herbs linger on 32 _ the advent of refrigeration, however, which meant that the strong smell of old meat no longer had to be disguised, and the appearance

of packaged food and easily-available medicines, the growing of herbs declined rapidly Nowadays, there is hardly anyone who does not have a small patch of garden, or a windowsill or balcony large 33 _ for a pot or two of herbs These facts, coupled 34 the beginnings of a revolt 35 standardised foods and perhaps also a mistrust of the 36 _ effects of some of today’s medicines, mean that herbs have taken 37 _ a new popularity

The culinary uses of herbs are endless and they can be used 38 _ good effect all year round, in dried form or cut fresh 39 aids to beauty and for medicinal 40 , there is now a vast range of herbs available Herbs are for all occasions and all seasons

D GUIDED CLOZE

STUNT WOMAN FOR A DAY

Lara Croft, the heroine of Tomb Raider, flies through the air and performs a range of impressive movements Somehow, the film-makers 41 it look easy The Hollywood star Angelina Jolie, who plays Lara Croft, actually did most of the stunts herself, which is quite a rare 42 _ nowadays, what with computer-generated graphics and professional stunt people At one time, I 43 _ the idea of becoming a stunt woman myself, but I was put off by the years of training I thought it would 44 So, I was thrilled to hear about a new stunt school where anyone could 45 _ a go Last Saturday, me and three friends, all wearing stretchy fabric, made our way to the Real Action Stunt Academy Inside it looked like a 46 between a children’s playground and a work of modern art, with trampolines, foam blocks and soft mats Training began with a trampoline session designed to help us 47 how to fall safely Our first real challenge, the instructor then explained, involved jumping off a high platform and grabbing

a trapeze bar in midair I suddenly felt 48 stiff The sight of a safety net helped me 49 the worst of my fears, however, and by the end of the day I had got through the trapeze challenge, learned how to fall down stairs safely and climbed a huge wall We gave ourselves a deserved 50 _ of applause after the final stunt, but I know I’ll never

be Lara Croft

42 A matter B phenomenon C incident D appearance

43 A fancied B aspired C dreamed D wished

47 A figure out B run down C shape up D follow through

48 A frightened B scared C terrified D afraid

49 A overstep B overrule C overcome D overload

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(Adapted from the Guardian)

61 I hope the committee will consider this new information when they meet next week ACCOUNT

=> I hope this new information _when they meet next week

62 Tim’s mother said that he did not look like her RESEMBLANCE

=> Tim’s mother said that

63 John didn’t seem nervous, even though he was doing the interview without preparation SIGN

=> John showed

64 Sam resigned only because he disliked commuting DISLIKE

=> But for his

65 My father does not intend to eat out again HAS

=> My father has _

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TEST 19

1 Getting my car fixed is going to cost me _ as the engine has completely blown, but I have no choice I need it for work

A a drop in the ocean B an arm and a leg

C a piece of cake D a blessing in disguise

2 The policeman chewed out the driver for driving

A intense B reckless C excessive D tedious

3 I can’t buy it at that price because I wouldn’t be able to sell it _ a profit

4 She was disappointed when she found out that she and Seb would not be living

under the same roof

A bitterly B deeply C painfully D deadly

5 Though you may have training as a radiological technician, you can still to an executive role

A make a career change easy B make a career change easier

C make easy a career change D easily make a career change

6 I have always had the greatest for people who do voluntary work

7 The people of this country fight to protect their common homeland

8 She succeeded in making the company a top performer by off unprofitable assets

A slicing B draining C stripping D removing

9 Kei Tari was a Japanese comedian and musician

A who melded seamless jazz and humor

B who seamlessly melded jazz and humor

C who was known for his melding of seamless jazz and humor

D who, with jazz and humor, seamlessly melded the two

10 _ the pastry thinly and cover the dish with it

11 John’s report was thorough and insightful He deserves a real _

A slap on the wrist B pat on the back

12 I think that most Japanese manufacturers’ cars get better mileage and are more reliable than _

A American automakers B making cars in America

C American automakers’ cars D what they make in America

13 The paramedic managed to _ the flow of blood by tightly bandaging the wound

14 _ any other politician would have given way to this sort of pressure years ago

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A Really B Practically C Actually D Utterly

15 In her speech, the major urged citizens to get _ the city’s clean-up campaign

16 His object was to _ a little rebellion on the part of the bishop

17 A science degree and artistic interests are often perceived as

A incompatible B unavoidable C unworkable D insurmountable

18 Excessive use of pesticides in agriculture is the health minister’s a(n) in the room

19 The use of robots on farms is growing rapidly, since it is often _ human farm workers

A more cost-effective than the use of B more cost-effective than

C more cost-effective than using D less costly than

20 Paul asked me if I could _him _ for the night as it was too late to go home

B WORD FORM

21 children are more likely to succumb to infections (NOURISH)

22 The youths used spray paint to buildings during the riots (FACE)

23 He denied the accusation , which made me think he was guilty (CONVINCE)

24 In the absence of an approved Covid vaccine for children, medical experts are concerned about the ongoing spread of the Delta _ in young people (VARY)

25 gastroenteritis is a highly contagious, enteric disease of swine

(TRANSMIT)

THE RISE OF CARS

People buy more and more cars while roads keep getting 26 (wide) to cope with the increasing amount of traffic Cars invade formerly green spaces: lawns, flowerbeds or trees that used to line the roads 27 (pave) and streets become thin strips along the front of buildings, further narrowed by parked cars that invade the last remaining inches

of pedestrian space We all enjoy the facilities that shopping malls and entertainment 28 _ (complexity) bring us, because we can use our cars to get there They are efficient, convenient and fast

At the same time we are 29 _(sad) by the loss of our local grocery stores, as well as beautiful houses and community centres Preferring our freedom to sharing transport with others, we get into our cars to get to our workplaces, do our shopping, or to go out to the theatre And wherever we drive, we have to park too What used to be a vast grassy meadow now becomes a small muddy field, crisscrossed by tire tracks of several vehicles Cars are changing the 30 (scape) It will never be like it used to be again

C OPEN CLOZE

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CAN HONEY HEAL?

Peter Molan, a doctor from New Zealand is a specialist in stomach disorders He offers his patients a simple but effective alternative 31 taking medicine: honey Dr Molan claims the active component in honey is an antibacterial agent called UMF There is some doubt in the medical world 32 to whether UMF can destroy bacteria completely, but research clearly shows that people with stomach problems experience some relief soon after taking honey

Is this yet another case of science simply giving credibility to 33 we have always known? After all, it is common knowledge 34 soothing hot water laced with honey and lemon can be for sore-throat sufferers In accepting the beneficial effects of honey, however, a 35 _ reservations should be borne in mind Firstly, the popular belief that honey is healthier than sugar isn't entirely well-founded.Like all foods, honey can be healthy when eaten in 36 _, but may also have some downsides Honey contains the same number of calories as other types of sugar, and it can cause blood-sugar levels to 37 _ quickly Secondly, eating too much honey on an empty stomach can 38 _ discomfort That is why it's best to line the stomach with some fibre first, for example by following a main meal 39 _ a dessert that incorporates honey Thirdly, under 40 circumstances should a baby's dummy be dipped in honey before the baby sucks it, as this is just as likely to cause tooth decay as any other sugary treat

D GUIDED CLOZE

AUDIOBOOKS - BOOKS ON CASSETTE

In the modern world, there is a wealth of leisure activities to choose from Entertainment industries 41 for your leisure time You can watch TV, listen to music, go to an art gallery or concert or, of course, read a book Sometimes it seems that reading is 42 , because, 43 you're a fast reader, it can take a 44 amount of time to finish a novel, for example But in the modern world, time is something that can be in short supply Book publishers haven't been 45 to realise this and are now selling a product which needn't 46 as much of your time but still tells you an excellent story The new product is the audiobook - cassette recordings of shortened novels, often read by well-known personalities or the authors themselves Audiobooks are relatively new but people are becoming more aware of them and sales are increasing 47

One of the attractions of audiobooks is that they're 48 listening to the radio, only better You can listen to what you want when you want, and you won't ever

49 anything Much of their appeal 50 in their flexibility

42 A neglected B disposed C lessened D declined

43 A No matter B regardless of C even if D in spite

44 A lasting B broad C considerable D plentiful

46 A fill out B take up C go through D pass by

47 A all the time B up until now C from then on D ever since then

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49 A miss B lose C lack D pass

(Adapted from Expert Proficiency)

me that I’ve never said in my life and never did.” Leonardo was born in Los Angeles

in 11 November, 1974 He’s a Scorpio His full name is Leonardo Wilhelm Dicaprio His mother is Germany and his father Italian - American They called him Leonardo because since his mother was still pregnant, he started kicking while she was stood

in front of a painting by Leonardo Da Vinci His friends call him Leo He has a scar from when he was stinging by a Portuguese man-of-war His parents separated before he was born, so his mother moved to a poor neighborhood of Hollywood there Leo grew up

61 Everyday, it’s the same old routine in my job IN

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64 The final scene was so horrible that I had to turn away BEAR

=> The final scene _

65 I simply fail to understand some of my colleague’s attitudes to work WHOSE

=> I have

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TEST 20

1 We must be careful not to put the cart before the

2 The article is about how children use these representations to _ language learning

A facilitate B communicate C complicate D fascinate

3 Could you possibly _ in for me at the next committee meeting? I’ll be busy then

4 I don’t believe there’s a _ of evidence that could be held against him

5 boy talking to my mom is famous musician He can play _ guitar very well

6 The computers needed a strong, clear light to track, as a kind of reference point

7 I used to kick up a _ about eating pho with spring onion, but I’ve got used to it

8 I can’t _ where the thieves have gone It’s so foggy out here

A see through B look into C make out D take in

9 Either John or Elsa _ computer now

A is using B are using C uses D use

10 Far more should be done to the sufferings of unwanted domestic pets

11 I don’t know what our guests will be wanting to do this weekend We’ll have to

A bend our ears about it B play it by ear

C be out on our ears D turn a deaf ear to it

12 I do not understand why Cuong _ his notebook

A is always forgetting B will always forget

C always forgetting D has always forgotten

13 Anne, who died on 22 July, will be _ missed by all who knew her

A crazily B painfully C badly D sorely

14 “Levitating” will almost surely find space inside the top 10 Billboard one again, and in doing so, it will _ history one more

15 He’s sometimes bad-tempered but he’s a good fellow heart

16 Everyone was there Linda She was too sick to come

17 Prices of many agricultural commodities remain _

A passing B impermanent C volatile D fleeting

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18 After I was nearly expelled in my first year of college, I decided to put my _ to the wheel and get as much out of my degree as I could

19 - Daniel: “Our friends are coming _, Patrick?”

- Patrick: “I’m sorry, but I can’t do it now.”

A Shall you make some coffee, please B Would you mind making some coffee

C Why don’t we cook some coffee D Shall I make you like some coffee

20 I doubt whether he can keep his efforts much longer as he looks very tired

B WORD FORM

21 The security around the king is _ (PENETRATE)

22 This team ranked first on the tally with a(n) record (DEFEAT)

23 One of the main considerations when buying a car is _ (RELY)

24 Officials urged caution in anticipation of catastrophic and flooding in the days to come (THREAT)

25 Women are traditionally supposed to be good at _ (TASK)

THE FILMING OF RAILWAY

Central Station was the main location chosen for Railway This new film, in many ways a 26 (make) of the 1970s classic of the same name, was shot almost entirely in or around the station 27 _ (comparison) to the enormous cost of the original, therefore, it was quite an inexpensive film to make Money was saved by using technology

in ways that were 28 _ (imagination) back in 1975 For instance, instead of hiring thousands of extras, they used computers to give the impression of huge crowds, when in fact for some big scenes the film crew probably 29 (number) the actors by two to one They also avoided using overpaid Superstars, some of whom charge millions of dollars for just a few minutes’ 30 (appear) on screen

C OPEN CLOZE

The 2015 Nepal earthquake, which 31 _ more than 8000 people and injured more than 18000, occurred at 11:56 on 25th April The earthquake 32 about twenty seconds Its epicenter was the village of Barpak, Gorkha district, and its hypocenter was at a depth 33 approximately 15km It was the worst 34 disaster to strike Nepal since the 1934 Nepal-Bihar earthquake

Hundreds of thousands of people became 35 _ when their houses collapsed, entire villages were flattened Many old buildings were completely 36 _ The country also had a continued risk of landslides

Two other powerful earthquakes struck Nepal at 06:11 and 06:45 The 37 _ earthquake measured 7.9 Mw and its epicenter was identified at a distance of 80km to the northwest of Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal Bharatpur was 38 nearest major city to the main earthquake, 53km from the epicenter The second one was somewhat less

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powerful 39 the first one It occurred 65km east of Kathmandu These 40 _ were really terrible

D GUIDED CLOZE

FRIDAY THE THIRTEENTH

Police are hunting for a hit-and-run driver who knocked a teenage cyclist off her bike in East Street Sarah Tucker, 17, had a lucky escape on Friday, 13th May, when she was sent reeling

by a black Volvo on her way home from work

She bruised her thigh and shoulder and her bicycle was 41 _ The driver stopped for a moment but then drove off without 42 a name or address and before Sarah could get his number “I tried to get out of his way, but I couldn’t” she said “Everyone at work kept going on about it being Friday 13th I’m not a bit 43 and wouldn’t change any

of my plans just because Friday 13th is supposed to be unlucky, I don’t usually take any 44 _ of that sort of thing but I will now I think I’ll stay in bed.”

The accident 45 at the junction with Westwood Road at about 6.30pm as Sarah was making her 46 home to the Harley Estate

The Volvo pulled out of Westwood onto Henley Road in front of the teenager’s bicycle “He could at 47 _ have helped her up I don’t see why he should get away with it,” said her father, Derek, “Sarah was lucky I don’t know why the driver didn’t see her He can’t have been 48 _ attention It is unfortunate that nobody took down the number.” Though still too 49 _ to ride a bike, Sarah was able to go back to 50 _ in Marlow on Monday

41 A damaged B harmed C devastated D crashed

42 A noting B presenting C leaving D suggesting

43 A irrational B superstitious C unreasonable D prejudiced

45 A came across B turned up C finished up D took place

48 A giving B paying C attracting D providing

49 A discouraged B confused C overcome D shaken

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of the several rural areas which were not served by the system

61 Sorry I’m late, I didn’t realise what time it was TRACK

=> Sorry I’m late, _

62 I didn’t remember seeing Julia on Saturday night until I saw her at work on Monday morning RECOLLECTION

=> I had _

63 We found it difficult not to laugh because the situation was so funny KEEP

=> We found such a funny situation

64 It doesn’t matter when he comes: I’m not bothered FAR

=> He can _concerned

65 Yolanda’s family persuaded her to enter the competition TALKED

=> Yolanda by her family

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TEST 21

1 The project has progressed in _ and starts due to a constant change in funding

2 My head is out of _ with my body, which saddens me a lot

A percentage B rate C proportion D size

3 The patient’s condition looks very serious and it is doubtful that he will pull

4 The husband beat his wife in daylight

5 Peter and Jimmy have just watched a movie

- Peter: “That movie was so awful!”

- Jimmy: “ ”!

6 Could you show me how to get a good rate of _ for my money?

7 Novels like this one are a dime a _ Write something original!

8 She just fell after her boyfriend left her to marry another woman

9 I tried my best to finish the project, _ the result didn’t live up to my expectation

10 Only one person who can provide the best solution to the question will be promoted and _ a financial grant

A served B awarded C equipped D allowed

11 She _ after winning the competition

A had butterflies in her stomach B was out of her mind

C was on cloud nine D lost her cool

12 By the end of this year, I _ here for exactly 10 years

13 I'm seeing the boss this afternoon I'll put in a word about you It might help you with your request for promotion

14 This trend has only been strengthened with the enfranchisement of spending

in modern industrial societies

15 Thieves broke _ the jewellery shop and stole several gold rings

16 The organization works to friendship between nations

A prolong B advertise C promote D elevate

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17 Her speech was full of excuses and never properly _ the problem

A addressed B policed C managed D concluded

18 A cutting or aggressive remark would add _ to the fire even if it is delivered in

a gentle voice

19 If I to date that guy, I’d be living in the lap of luxury now

A was accepting B would accept C accepted D had accepted

20 The student who refused to our school regulations has just been expelled

A call off B give up C comply with D agree to

B WORD FORM

21 Teddy is a very student He is never late for class and always completes his work

on time (INDUSTRY)

22 Prime examples of _ include sending mean texts, spreading secrets about people online and hacking into one’s social network profile (BULLY)

23 She nourishes a secret, _ love for Harry (REQUITE)

24 George's ministers found his behaviour selfish, unreliable and (RESPONSIBILITY)

25 Workers have threatened to _ their labour due to the brutal mistreatment from their boss (DRAW)

In an effort to escape from their hectic and 26 (material) city lives, more and more Northern Europeans are buying houses in rural areas of France, Spain, Italy and Greece Some relocate permanently in search of a more meaningful existence However, many of them find that life in the country is not as quiet and 27 (event) as they had anticipated Recently a group of British 28 _ (reside) in an Italian village took local farmers to court because they found the smell of the villagers’ pigs 29 _ (distaste) In other cases, foreigners have complained to neighbors about the over-enthusiastic early-morning crowing of their cockerels, or to village priests about the regular tolling of church bells Understandably, the local inhabitants are somewhat 30 _ (resent) of these attitudes They argue that the foreigners have an unrealistic view of what country life is like

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It is forecast that we can look forward to working 31 hours in the future, but it is necessary for health and tranquility to work a certain 32 of hours per week, ideally doing a variety of jobs - something schools have always known It may be that the house building will meet a need It is a very basic human instinct Gardening is a related activity It is already 33 _ to cultivate many fruits and vegetables than to buy them

in the shops and the house of the next decade should take this 34 account

35 important question is that of energy conservation The proportion of income 36 on keeping warm is steadily going up, and, with the cost of energy likely to double in real terms during the next ten years or 37 _, many large badly-insulated

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old houses will become extremely expensive to use The demand will be for small, insulated homes located 38 warm protected areas and making the best 39 _ of the sun’s warmth Efficient heating units will be of prime importance At 40 , we waste a lot of space in planning rooms which are awkward to use

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STUDYING BLACK BEARS

After years studying North America's black bears in the 41 way wildlife biologist Luke Robertson felt no closer to understanding the creatures He realised that he had

to 42 their trust Abandoning scientific detachment, he took the daring step of forming relationships with the animals, bringing them food to gain their acceptance

The 43 _ this has given him into their behaviour has allowed him to dispel certain myths about bears 44 _ to popular belief, he contends that bears do not 45 _ as much for fruit as previously supposed He also 46 _ that they are ferocious He says that people should not be 47 _ by behaviour such as swatting paws on the ground as this is a defensive rather than an aggressive act

However, Robertson is no sentimentalist After devoting years of his life to bears, he is under no 48 _ about their feelings for him It is clear that their interest 49 _ him does not 50 beyond the food he brings

41 A straight B common C everyday D conventional

43 A perception B awareness C insight D vision

44 A opposite B opposed C contrary D contradictory

46 A concludes B disputes C reasons D argues

47 A misinterpreted B misled C misunderstood D misused

(Adapted from CAE Handbook)

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Number Line Mistakes Correction

61 As far as I know, this has never happened before BEST

=> To the _

62 It would be easy to make a film adaptation of his latest novel ITSELF

=> His latest _

63 Clara hasn’t said anything, but my take on the situation is that she needs money LINES

=> Clara hasn’t , I would say that she needs money

64 Please don’t wear shoes in the house OFF

=> I would rather _your shoes in the house

65 My sister regrets now spending too much money on that bag SPLASHED

=> My sister wishes now so much money on that bag

is to benefit viewers They say they provide useful information and have helped to create a more sensitive and educational public Much of those who have appeared like guests say doing so changed their lives, and the shows can certainly take the credit of giving a lot of people information they would not otherwise have had So does the shows provide a service by allowing people to work through issues that would otherwise be swept under the carpet?

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TEST 22

1 Less water means no crops - so it’s a _ storm

2 He always arrives on time He’s so

3 The poor cat was run by the truck

4 He is _ permission to travel to the northern border

A finding B seeking C discovering D exploring

5 Once sexually , she later became a symbol of feminism

6 As a poet, I think he _ comparison with the greatest this century

7 Don't _ around the bush, come straight to the point!

8 Henry is going to take _ the business from his father

9 _ she continue smoking like that, her lungs will get worse

10 The two officials are said to _ accused of ordering the beatings

11 I paid for the package but it was never delivered After two weeks I realized that I had been taken _ a ride

12 As people remembered _ about the rapid infection of Corona viruses and its danger, they stayed at home

A Warning B being warned C to warn D to be warned

13 The doctor urged her to a more healthy lifestyle following her medical examination

14 Violent programs on television may have a bad on children

A pressure B influence C control D affection

15 Jun pretended to be the center of the dancing group but her performance gave her _

16 It was _ of our people to struggle against the invaders for years

A courageous B populous C humorous D ambitious

17 The two ending lines of the melody express perfectly the _ sadness of loss

A profound B effective C helpless D simple

18 Since he lost the job, he has really come down in the _

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19 Jack talked to his friend at cafe

- Jack: “But for your effort, my son wouldn’t have been saved.”

- His friend: “ _”

A With all my heart B Never remind me C No, I don’t mind D Don’t mention it

20 Black Americans 25.9% of the population

A saw about B looked down C came across D made up

B WORD FORM

21 She's _ cheerful no matter what the circumstances (FAIL)

22 If you can wait until I've finished this job I'll give you my attention (DIVIDE)

23 The new weapon was too to be used (HUMAN)

24 The plot is of _ importance: what matters most is the relationships between the characters (SECOND)

25 Rescue operations were hampered by the terrain (MOUNTAIN)

In Vietnam, one of the best places to spend a holiday is the romantic highland city called Da Lat, which is also known for its tranquility First, the superb scenery, complemented by the pleasant climate all year round, provides a 26 _ (poem) setting for romance Just imagine walking among tall of 27 (fragrance) flowers at sunset Second, travelling to Da Lat, people can engage in a wide range of activities For example, beautiful gardens and buildings in lovely French 28 _ (colony) architecture located in quiet 29 (neighbor) offer exciting adventure Finally, people visiting Da Lat can also enjoy local specialities as well as the 30 (accompany) of soft music in elegant restaurants which are open until late at night Undeniably, Da Lat is the Vietnamese’s first choice for a memorable holiday

(Source: intercambioidiomasonline.com)

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Holiday beaches are like huge barbecues where people 41 like burgers on a grill They are keen to soak up the sun, but often they do not 42 the dangers that this can involve This does not mean that we should avoid the sun altogether On the 43 , doctors agree that sunshine in limited amounts is actually good for you However, by some simple advice, holidaymakers can 44 a perfect tan while avoiding such dangers as sunburn and even cancer The sun is at its strongest between 11 am and 3 pm, so it is 45 to stay in the shade during these hours Babies should be kept 46 direct sun at all times, as they are particularly sensitive, and children should wear sun block and a hat It is also important to reapply sun cream regularly, 47 after swimming The eyes also need protection from the sun We should not think of sunglasses as just a fashion accessory They 48 vital protection from the sun's rays Never wear sunglasses with cheap lenses; they do more 49 than good, so the extra money spent on a more expensive pair is well worth it Summer is a great season By being 50 ,we can enjoy the sun without unpleasant consequences

42 A Realise B think C conceive D aware

43 A opposite B contrary C other D contrast

45 A recommended B warned C demanded D ordered

47 A only B especially C largely D uniquely

50 A senseless B sensitive C sensible D logical

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61 I think it is disgraceful the way they never get round to repairing this pavement

SHOULD

=> This pavement _time ago

62 They have been building their dream home for the past 10 years UNDER

=> Their dream home _for the past 10 years

63 Shortly after Sue and Brian met, he announced they were getting married HAD

=> Scarcely _he announced they were getting married

64 In the class, Ken is much better than all other students in Maths ABOVE

=> In the class, _

65 They’ve been having discussions on the issue for over two weeks GOING

=> Discussions on

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TEST 23

1 After having a heated argument the previous night, the young couple and made up and decided to settle their differences amicably

2 We hired a magician to the children

A introduce B volunteer C interpret D entertain

3 Shopkeepers have to _ down these old books if they want to sell them quickly

4 She’s slowly getting _ after the accident

5 It is strongly recommended that the machines _ every year

A should check B were checked C be checked D check

6 I wonder if you could _ me a favour and carry this box for me

7 The news of his death was like a bolt from the

8 If you want to learn English then _ ahead and do it

9 It turned out that we rushed to the airport as the plane was delayed by several hours

10 Dr Madan Kataria says we need more laughter in our lives to _ stress and loneliness

A struggle B combat C threaten D contest

11 The optician says you have to wear glasses, like it or _ it

12 Jack says he appreciates out last weekend

A Your help B helping him C your helping him D to be help

13 The profit motives of American companies prevent them from making sure that everybody has priced internet access

14 He a fortune dealing in stocks and shares

15 Could you repeat that? I couldn’t quite make what you were saying

16 Despite my sadness, I a smile because I don’t want you to worry about what I’m feeling

17 His research is expected to the foundations for future work in this area

18 The district manager came to our office and tried to throw his _ around, but no one paid any attention to him

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A chair B weight C head D order

19 This is the place James had his first kiss

20 I was robbed on holiday last year Whoever did it off with all my travellers cheques

B WORD FORM

21 I’ve this website as I use it regularly to get the latest news (MARK)

22 Fans were by the brevity of the concert (APPOINT)

23 The successful will assist the publicity manager (APPLY)

24 Stories since ancient times have helped us deal with the biological structure of our lives, from _ to death (INFANT)

25 The recent crime statistics do not take into consideration the numbers of crimes, incidents that the police never hear about (RECORD)

Over half a century ago, scientists found they could record the 26 _ (electric) signals of the brain at work What at first appeared a random hotchpotch of activity became

a pattern of elegant waves 27 _ (rhythm) determined Ever since, scientists have wondered whether the secrets of our thoughts, 28 _ (perceive) and even consciousness itself might be hidden in the patterns of our brain waves

The question of why we have brain waves is, 29 _ (argue), as hotly debated today

as it was when the patterns were discovered But the meaning, and even the existence, of fast rhythms in the alert brain is highly 30 (controversy)

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HISTORY OF THE CATS

Cats of all kinds are present in the legends, religion, mythology, and history of 31 _ different cultures Cave paintings created 32 _ early humans display different types

of wild cats 33 _ are now extinct, or no longer around Many of these great beasts saw humans as food, but were hunted by humans in return Cats similar 34 the ones kept as pets today started showing 35 in artwork thousands of years ago For example, the ancient Egyptians believed cats were the sacred, or special, animal of a goddess named Bast They believed that Bast often appeared as a cat, so many ancient Egyptians respected and honoured cats and kittens 36 _, other cultures feared cats

or thought that they brought illnesses and bad luck Today, with millions kept as pets in homes around the world, cats have become important members of many families No one knows for sure when or how cats became very popular household pets It's possible 37 people noticed how cats hunted mice and rats, 38 _ they set food and milk out to keep the cats near their homes This helped to prevent 39 many of these rodents 40 coming into homes and eating people's food or spreading sickness

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Earth is the only 41 we know of in the universe that can support human life 42 _ human activities are making the planet less fit to live on As the western world 43 _ on consuming two-thirds of the world's resources while half of the world's population do so 44 _ to stay alive we are rapidly destroying the very resource we have by which all people can survive and prosper Everywhere fertile soil is 45 _ built

on or washed into the sea Renewable resources are exploited so much that they will never

be able to recover completely We discharge pollutants into the atmosphere without any thought of the consequences As a 46 the planet's ability to support people is being reduced at the very time when rising human numbers and consumption are 47 increasingly heavy demands on it The Earth's natural resources are there for us

to use We need food, water, air, energy, medicines, warmth, shelter and minerals to 48 us fed, comfortable, healthy and active If we are sensible in how we use the resources they will 49 indefinitely But if we use them wastefully and excessively they will soon run 50 and everyone will suffer

41 A place B situation C position D site

43 A carries B continues C follows D repeats

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61 The earthquake made many people homeless LARGE

=> The earthquake _

62 She has always been proud of her appearance PRIDED

=> She has always _her appearance

63 It takes five hours by car to reach the nearest hotel DRIVE

=> It is _to the nearest hotel

64 I didn’t dare to tell the truth because my father was there GUTS

=> Hadn’t it _

65 She cannot go any higher in her career PINNACLE

=> She

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TEST 24

1 The coach hoped that the team’s unexpected victory was not just a in the pan

2 The Internet provides many for learning

A properties B abilities C capacities D opportunities

3.He was asked to stick for victims of the disaster

C at being laughed D up with being laughed at

6 I tried to push myself beyond my zone by joining in the event

A comfort B comforting C comfortable D comforted

7 He decided to go to great _ to fulfill his ambition

8 The poor devil made with himself in despair

9 I bought myself a new set of tools _ I am going to build a new home for Puffy

10 The teacher said he would not _ such rude behavior in his class

11 Johnny has got his degree with flying

12 I don’t like by a cop car I am driving alone because it makes me nervous

A being followed/while B being followed/where

13 Don’t look so worried! You should take the boss’s remarks with a of salt

14 After I finished playing, she told me that I hadn’t the instrument correctly

15 Nick threw his chances of getting admitted into Stanford by spending too much time wondering about his abilities

16 Tony was in a of absolute shock

17 The earthquake _ 6.5 on the Richter scale

A weighed B measured C achieved D counted

18 He keeps trying to get it published but I think he's flogging a dead _

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19 People the Earth was flat until Aristotle _ that it was not

A believed/was proving B had believed/proved

C believed/had proved D had believed/ would prove

20 The latest novel by Grant is hilarious It had me stitches

B.WORD FORM

21 Chinese diplomats are warning of consequences if the US treats China as an enemy (DISASTER)

22 Sadly, students of color in this area receive a _ share of corporal punishment (PROPORTION)

23 If you’re not _, you’re at risk to pick up illnesses (VACCINE)

24 They fought a long battle against prejudice and (IGNORE)

25 At his new university, Tony is to change himself for the better (PRESSURE)

AN INCREDIBLE VEGETABLE

Garlic, a member of the Liliaceae family which also includes onions, is commonly used in cooking all around the world China is currently the largest 26 _ (product) of garlic, which is particularly associated with the dishes of northern Africa and southern Europe It is native to central Asia and has long had a history as a health-giving food, used both to prevent and cure 27 _ (ill) In ancient Egypt, workers building the pyramids were given garlic to keep them strong, while Olympic athletes in Greece ate it to increase their resistance to infection

The forefather of antibiotic medicine, Louis Pasteur, claimed garlic was as 28 (effect) as penicillin in treating infections Modern-day scientists have proved that garlic can indeed kill bacteria and even some viruses, so it can be very useful for people who have coughs and colds In addition, some doctors believe that garlic can reduce blood 29 (press)

The only disadvantage to this truly amazing food is that the strong and rather 30 (spice) smell of garlic is not the most pleasant!

Trees catch and store rainwater Their leaves break the impact of the rains, robbing them 34 _ their destructive power The roots of trees allow the water to go into the soil, which gradually releases it to flow down rivers and refill ground-water reserves Where there are 35 trees, the rains run in sheets of water off the land, carrying soil with them Land covered with trees and other plants absorbs 20 times more rainwater than bare earth As 36 grow, trees absorb carbon dioxide, the main cause of the

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“greenhouse 37 ”, which threatens irreversibly to change the world’s climate Together, the world’s trees, plants and soils contain three 38 as much carbon as there is in the atmosphere

The world’s forests contain 39 _ vast majority of its animal and plant species The tropical rainforests alone have well 40 _ half of them, even though they cover only about 6% of the Earth’s land surface

People who research their family history often 46 that it’s a fascinating hobby which 47 _ a lot about where they come from and whether they have famous ancestors According to a survey involving 900 people who had researched their family history, the chances of 48 a celebrity in your past are one in ten The survey also concluded that the 49 back you follow your family line, the more likely you are to find a relation who was much wealthier than you are However, the vast majority of people who 50 in the survey discovered they were better off than their ancestors

44 A accomplish B access C approach D admit

48 A catching B acquiring C discovering D revealing

50 A attended B participated C included D associated

(Adapted from FCE Handbook)

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61 Joan was in favor of visiting the museum IDEA

=> Joan thought it would to the museum

62 “Do you know when the match starts, Sally?” asked Mary IF

=> Mary asked Sally

63 I knocked for ages at Ruth’s door but I got no reply LONG

=> I knocking at Ruth’s door but I got no reply

64 If they continue to burn the forests, they are likely to destroy much of the local flora and fauna LEAD

=> The continued burning

65 Sorry, you can’t do whatever you want POSITION

=> Sorry, you are not and choose

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TEST 25

B MULTIPLE CHOICE

1 I forgot my glasses so I'm as blind as a(n) _

2 When a major disaster _, the local Red Cross society coordinates the response

3 The university should not lay its employees on the grounds of financial stringency

4 Graduates are expected to _ a contribution to our society to promote democracy

5 the operation costs were rising so fast, the UN decided to reduce the personnel

by half

6 Their jealousy led them to commit deeds that they would come to regret _

7 Jane was born with a spoon in her mouth

8 We used to share a room at college, but we apart over the years

9 It costs about thirty dollars to have a tooth

10 Technical knowledge is of importance for technical translation

11 The team turned trumps in the final game and won the championship

12 I’d say let’s meet on Saturday but I’m none _ sure what’s happening at the weekend

13 We’ve seen it effects in many experiments, but there’s still a chance it’s just

an illusion

14 The purpose of the survey was to the inspectors with local conditions

15 If you’d like to take a seat in the waiting room till the doctor can see you, you’ll find plenty of magazines to browse _

16 Peregrine _ the rewards of his hard work when he was given the chair of classics

17 The film traces the _ of fascism in Europe

18 She thinks that you started that rumor about her - that’s why she’s been giving you the cold _ all day

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A shoulder B look C hand D back

19 These measures have been taken _ increasing the company’s profits

A Thanks to B with a view to C with a reason for D for fear of

20 When we _, we totally stop acting and moving

A fall down B die out C pass away D go down

B WORD FORM

21 The latest statistics show that a woman is expected to her husband by 5.2 years (LIVE)

22 We should the importance of direct negotiations between the parties to reach final settlement (SCORE)

23 speaking, I prefer the second option (PERSON)

24 This discovery was perceived as a major (BREAK)

25 When things in life become _, your one job is to figure it out (CHALLENGE)

VITAMIN PILLS

In the fight to stay healthy, the vitamin pill is seen by many as a great ally Whereas once upon a time a small selection of vitamin bottles could be found reaching their 26 _ (expire) dates in the dusty corner of a chemist’s shelf, the market is now a hugely 27 _ (profit) one for the pharmaceutical industry Interestingly enough, as world obesity rates rise, so does our 28 (consume) of these dietary supplements as more and more shoppers regard them as an absolutely invaluable part of their daily 29 _ (take) The vast range of vitamins means that they are used for numerous reasons, common ones being for the 30 (generate) of skin cells, as natural aids to digestion, cures for sleeplessness and for stress-related symptoms such as headaches, irritability and depression

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MOTORBIKE STUNT RIDER

I work as a motorbike stunt rider - that is, I do tricks on my motorbike at shows The Le Mans race track in France was 31 _ I first saw some guys doing motorbike stunts I’d never seen 32 _ riding a motorbike using just the back wheel before and I was 33 _ impressed that I went straight home and taught 34 _ to do the same It wasn’t very long before I began to 35 _ my living at shows performing my own motorbike stunts

I have a degree 36 _ mechanical engineering; this helps me to look at the physics 37 lies behind each stunt In addition to being responsible for design changes to the motorbike, I have to work out 38 stunt I do People often think that my work is very dangerous, but, apart 39 some minor mechanical problem happening occasionally during a stunt, nothing ever goes wrong I never feel in 40 _ kind of danger because I’m very experienced

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THE STICKING PLASTER

Nowadays, one of the most common items found in the home is the sticking plaster

Protecting a cut by covering the affected area with a piece of material that sticks to the skin may seem a rather obvious idea, so it is perhaps surprising to learn that the plaster was not 41 _ until about ninety years ago

The person who thought 42 the idea was Earle Dickson, an employee of the Johnson and Johnson company Concerned that his wife Josephine sometimes had accidents while cooking and doing 43 jobs, he used pieces of cotton materials placed inside strips of sticky tape to cover her injuries This prevented dirt from getting into the 44 _ and protected it from further harm as she did the housework

Dickson’s boss was impressed, so in 1921, Johnson and Johnson put the new sticking plaster into 45 under the brand name Band-Aid Sales at first were slow, but somebody at the company came up with the 46 _ idea of giving free plasters to the Boy Scouts This created publicity and from then on it became a 47 success Dickson was 48 _ within the company, eventually becoming a senior executive

Although the basic design of the sticking plaster has remained similar to the 49 _, there have been many developments in the materials used and it is now 50 _ in a variety of shapes, sizes and colors Total worldwide sales are believed to have exceeded 10 billion

41 A realised B imagined C dreamt D invented

45 A construction B creation C production D formation

47 A monetary B economical C commercial D financial

50 A accessible B available C attainable D achievable

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