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Trang 1SYNONYMS AND ANTONYMS EXERCISES BUY ANSWER KEY PHONE 0971.192.688
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PART 3: SYNONYM AND ANTONYM (0.5 pts - 0.1/ each)
Task 1: Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following sentences
21 We fought tooth and nail to get the route of the new road changed
A fought each other B were unable to C tried very hard D to one's end
22 It would be a neat solution to the problem
A only one B clever and simple C oustanding D unique
23 She is eighteen, so by law her father cannot prevent her marriage.
Task 2: Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the
underlined part in each of the following sentences.
24 After the exam, I felt an incredible sense of relief
25 John's uncle came up trumps, finding us a place to stay at the last minute
A had a good chance B got unexpected success
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PART 3: SYNONYM AND ANTONYM (0.5 pts - 0.1/ each)
Task 1: Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following sentences
21 A revolution in women's fashion during the second half of the twentieth century made trousers acceptable for almost all activities.
A ideal B attractive C permissible D available
22 The treaty explains the terms of the agreement to reduce nuclear arms.
23 Ethnocentrism prevents us from putting up with all of the customs we encounter in another
culture
A adopting B tolerating C comprehending D experiencing
Task 2: Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the
underlined part in each of the following sentences.
24 This is new washing machine is not a patch on our old one These clothes are still dirty.
A to be expensive B to be broken C to be strange D to be better
25 His career advancement was slow and he did not gain any promotion until he was 40, when he
won the position of the company’s Chief Executive
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PART 3: SYNONYM AND ANTONYM (0.5 pts - 0.1/ each)
Task 1: Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following sentences
Trang 221 Sheila rings her boy friend every day; she must be running up a huge phone bill.
A saving up B owing to C being a debtor D having to pay
22 Before the crisis, most people had plenty of crash to spend, but now they have had to tighten their belt.
A spend less money B to keep fit C to deposit money D to lose weight
23 Japan's indigenous religion is Shinto, which has its roots in the animistic beliefs of the ancient
Japanese
Task 2: Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the
underlined part in each of the following sentences.
24 The law holds parents liable if a child does not attend school
25 My father always kept us on a tight rein
A gave less money B let loose C set free D helped to ride
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PART 3: SYNONYM AND ANTONYM (0.5 pts - 0.1/ each)
Task 1: Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following sentences
21 In about one-third of all cases of hepatitis, it is unknown how the patient contracted the virus.
A became smaller with B spread C got rid of D became infected with
22 Setting off on an expedition without thorough preparation and with inadequate equipment is tempting fate.
A taking a risk B losing heart C having panic D going round in circles
23 The boy was embarrassed when his mother scolded him in public
A apprehensive B humiliated C funny D confused
Task 2: Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the
underlined part in each of the following sentences.
24 Love is supposed to follow marriage, not precede it.
A come after B take out C happen D find out
25 The length of an X-ray wave is incredibly small: less than one ten-millionth of a millimeter.
A believably B considerably C famously D sufficiently
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PART 3: SYNONYM AND ANTONYM (0.5 pts - 0.1/ each)
Task 1: Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following sentences
21 Training for the Olympics requires an enormous amount of work; athletes who want to compete
must work extremely hard
A really common B very large C hardly enough D quite unusual
22 Cao Cao, who was a Chinese warlord of the Eastern Han dynasty during the Three Kingdoms period, is known as a very incredulous person.
A unimaginable B skeptical C excellent D incredible
23 The newlyweds agreed to be very frugal in their shopping because they wanted to save enough
money to buy a house
Trang 3A wasteful B economical C careless D interested
Task 2: Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the
underlined part in each of the following sentences.
24 Fortunately, no one was injured in the accident as the motorist crashed into a stationary van.
25 Many great artists had never been acknowledged until after they were starved and dead.
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PART 3: SYNONYM AND ANTONYM (0.5 pts - 0.1/ each)
Task 1: Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following sentences
21 He has not been offered the job because he can not meet the requirements of the company.
22 My neighbor plays music at 2 AM and it’s getting on my nerves
A to make someone feel nervous B to make someone feel sad
C to be annoying someone more and more D to avoid someone you don’t like much
23 I'm looking for a unique gift for my boyfriend; he appreciates unusual things.
A stunning B phenomenal C one of a kind D astonishing
Task 2: Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the
underlined part in each of the following sentences.
24 Unfortunately, the rise in the popularity of Vietnamese taking trips abroad is having detrimental
impact on the domestic tour market
A considerable B adverse C enormous D beneficial
25 Both universities speak highly of the development of the strategic partnership in all fields.
A express disapproval of B voice opinion on
C resolve a conflict over D find favor with
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PART 3: SYNONYM AND ANTONYM (0.5 pts - 0.1/ each)
Task 1: Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following sentences
21 The report advocated that all buildings should be fitted with smoke detectors
A supported B cheered C forced D warned
22 He resembles his father very much.
A looks after B names after C takes after D calls after
23 Video cameras attached to sea turtles and sharks reveal an underwater world hidden to humans
A exposed B unrelated C invisible D phenomenal
Task 2: Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the
underlined part in each of the following sentences.
24 After five days on trial, the court found him innocent of the crime and he was released
A innovative B benevolent C guilty D naive
25 The consequences of the typhoon were disastrous due to the lack of precautionary measures
A severe B physical C damaging D beneficial
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PART 3: SYNONYM AND ANTONYM (0.5 pts - 0.1/ each)
Task 1: Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following sentences
21 I consider myself to be trustworthy, responsible and enthusiastic.
A worthwhile B talented C honest D skilled
22 How many countries will take part in the final tournament of the World Cup 2018?
A succeed B participate in C perform D host
23 Don’t forget to drop me a line while you are away.
A call me B give me a ring C drop in me D write to me
Task 2: Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the
underlined part in each of the following sentences.
24 Is mathematics a compulsory subject in Vietnamese high schools?
A despised B required C optional D difficult
25 Polluted water and increased water temperatures have driven many species to the verge of
extinction
A Enriched B Contaminated C Strengthened D Purified
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PART 3: SYNONYM AND ANTONYM (0.5 pts - 0.1/ each)
Task 1: Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following sentences
21 The politician promised to be candid, but we wondered.
A open and frank B sweet C discreet D casual
22 The cake was heavenly so I asked for more.
A out-of-this-world B edible C in the sky D cheap
23 Chimpanzees are frequently used as stand-ins for human beings in experiments
A partners B models C.stand-bys D substitutes
Task 2: Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the
underlined part in each of the following sentences.
24 The consequences of the typhoon was disastrous due to the lack of precautionary measures.
A physical B severe C beneficial D damaging
25 Vietnam’s admission to the World Trade Organization ( WTO) has promoted its trade relations
with other countries
A balance B restricted C expanded D boosted
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PART 3: SYNONYM AND ANTONYM (0.5 pts - 0.1/ each)
Task 1: Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following sentences
21 You can withdraw money from the account at any time without penalty.
Trang 522 We want to recruit the brightest and the best If you think you fit the bill, fill in an application form
today
A are able to pay the bill B are suitable
C are of the right size D are excellent
23 I am available for an interview all afternoons, except on Tuesday because I am doing a computer
course to improve my typing skills
Task 2: Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the
underlined part in each of the following sentences.
24 It's discourteous to ask Americans questions about their age, marriage or income.
A impolite B polite C unacceptable D rude
25 One of the reasons why families break up is that parents are always critical of each other.
A unaware B supportive C intolerant D tired
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PART 3: SYNONYM AND ANTONYM (0.5 pts - 0.1/ each)
Task 1: Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following sentences
21 Advanced students need to be aware of the importance of collocation.
C of high position D of great progress
22 Do Binh was late and the teacher was furious with him.
A sympathetic B satisfied C extremely angry D considerate
23 The realization of how little work I'd done for the exams brought me back down to Earth.
A motivated me to start again B exhausted me
Task 2: Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the
underlined part in each of the following sentences.
24 After hearing the news of the defeat, she told supporters not to be downhearted.
A high-spirited B annoyed C vexed D over-stretched
25 I had to pay through the nose to get a ticket to the final game at My Dinh.
A be a skinflint B be on the sale C buy at a bargain D be a spendthrift
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PART 3: SYNONYM AND ANTONYM (0.5 pts - 0.1/ each)
Task 1: Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following sentences
21 In spite of her embarrassment before Rodya's urgent and challenging look, she could not deny
herself that satisfaction
22 The restaurant entices more and more customers with its cozy interior and special daily events.
23 My head teacher has grave doubts as to whether I would pass my university entrance examination I
myself feel so worried
Trang 6A personal B serious C private D specific
Task 2: Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the
underlined part in each of the following sentences.
24 Driver are advised to get enough petrol because filling stations are few and far between on the
highway
A easy to find B difficult to access C unlikely to happen D impossible to reach
25 We managed to get to school on time despite the heavy rain
A earlier than a particular moment B later than expected
C early enough to do something D as long as expected
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PART 3: SYNONYM AND ANTONYM (0.5 pts - 0.1/ each)
Task 1: Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following sentences
21 I only have time to tell you the main idea of it, not the details.
22 A US man with a large online following in Vietnam has caused widespread anger, and faces
possible criminal charges, over a Facebook post thought to have insulted a military hero.
A embarrassed B offended C confused D depressed
23 Jack persisted in attempting to convince his employers to use more technology and fewer people.
A endured B remained C repeated D insisted
Task 2: Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the
underlined part in each of the following sentences.
24 Mr Smith’s new neighbors appear to be very friendly.
A hostile B inapplicable C futile D amicable
25 My first impression of her was her impassive face.
A respectful B emotional C solid D fractious
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PART 3: SYNONYM AND ANTONYM (0.5 pts - 0.1/ each)
Task 1: Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following sentences
21 He decided not to buy the fake watch and wait until he had more money
A genuine B counterfeit C cheap D unattractive
22 Computer models help to determine whether a particular area is likely to flood.
A make up B take over C put up D find out
23 Let’s wait for her; I’m sure she’ll turn up before long.
Task 2: Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the
underlined part in each of the following sentences.
24 The doctor asked John to exhale slowly.
25 The soldier was demoted for improper behavior.
A promoted B lowered C resigned D let off
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PART 3: SYNONYM AND ANTONYM (0.5 pts - 0.1/ each)
Task 1: Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following sentences
21 The fourth year sociology class was a homogeneous group of university students.
A unrelated B uniform C distinguishable D dreary
22 We do not whistle or clap our hands to get the person’s attention That is considered impolit e and
even rule
23 Could you take care of our children while I go away?
A look like B look after C look for D look at
Task 2: Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the
underlined part in each of the following sentences.
24 My neighbors are really tight with money They hate throwing away food, don’t eat at restaurant,
and always try to find the best price
A to spend money too easily B to not like spending money
C to not know the value of money D to save as much money as possible
25 We were all in a good mood because the weather was good and we were going on holiday the next
day
A relaxed and comfortable B at ease and refreshed
C upset and disappointed D sad and depressed
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PART 3: SYNONYM AND ANTONYM (0.5 pts - 0.1/ each)
Task 1: Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following sentences
21 He drives me to the edge because he never stops talking
A steers me B irritates me C moves me D frightens me
22 Everyone is hoping and praying that lasting peace will eventually come to the area.
23 Before you begin the exam paper, always read the instructions carefully.
Task 2: Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the
underlined part in each of the following sentences.
24 Traffic congestion in big cities deters many people from using their private cars at peak hours
A prohibits B protects C encourages D limits
25 These days, many people only read printed newspapers once in a while as they tend to access
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21 When being interviewed, you should concentrate on what the interviewer is saying or asking you
C paying all attention to D express interest in
22 Thanks to highly sophisticated technology, scientists have made many important discoveries in
different fields
A accessible B confusing C effective D advanced
23 It is firmly believed that books are a primary means for disseminating knowledge and information
A classifying B distributing C adopting D inventing
Task 2: Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the
underlined part in each of the following sentences.
24 With price increases on most necessities, many people have to tighten their belt for fear of
getting into financial difficulties
A dress in loose clothes B spend money freely
C save on daily expenses D put on tighter belts
25 Today the number of start-ups in Vietnam is mounting as the government has created favourable
conditions for them to develop their business
A peaking B varying C decreasing D rising
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PART 3: SYNONYM AND ANTONYM (0.5 pts - 0.1/ each)
Task 1: Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following sentences
21 The girls were deeply affected by that sentimental movie.
22 The discovery of the new planet was regarded as a major breakthrough in astronomy
A promised B doubted C considered D refused
23 Mary has finally managed to get round her strict parents to let her go on a three-day excursion
with her classmates
A permit B persuade C offer D support
Task 2: Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the
underlined part in each of the following sentences.
24 He is over the moon about his examination result.
A stressed B very sad C very happy D satisfied
25 The only means of access to the station is through a dark subway.
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PART 3: SYNONYM AND ANTONYM (0.5 pts - 0.1/ each)
Task 1: Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following sentences
21 Few businesses are flourishing in the present economic climate.
A closing down B taking off C growing well D setting up
Trang 922 Tet marks the beginning of spring and, for agrarian people who depend on the lunar calendar to
manage their crops, the start of the year
A traditional ones B minority people C farmers D old people
23 The government decided to pull down the old building after asking for the ideas from the local
resident
A renovate B purchase C maintain D demolish
Task 2: Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the
underlined part in each of the following sentences.
24 When being interviewed, You should focus on what the interviewer is saying or asking you.
A to pay no attention to B be interested in
25 They've always encouraged me in everything I've wanted to do.
A unpardoned B misconstrue C discouraged D impaired
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PART 3: SYNONYM AND ANTONYM (0.5 pts - 0.1/ each)
Task 1: Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following sentences
21 Power plants are increasingly located outside metropolitan areas.
A in an industrial city B relating to a remote suburb
C of a busy suburb D belonging to a big or capital city
22 Tet marks the beginning of spring and, for agrarian people who depend on the lunar calendar to
manage their crops, the start of the year
A traditional ones B minority people C farmers D old people
23 The government decided to pull down the old building adter asking for the ideas from the local
resident
A renovate B purchase C maintain D demolish
Task 2: Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the
underlined part in each of the following sentences.
24 Ships crossing the oceans can receive signals from satellites that enable them to calculate their position accurately.
A carelessly B imprecisely C uneasily D untruthfully
25 He is very absent – minded He is likely to forget things or to think about something different from
what he should be thinking about
A retentive B unforgettable C old – fashioned D easy – going
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PART 3: SYNONYM AND ANTONYM (0.5 pts - 0.1/ each)
Task 1: Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following sentences
21 Tom's acting is very important for the success of the movie.
22 Students are expected to always adhere to school regulations
A question B violate C disregard D follow
Trang 1023 A number of programs have been initiated to provide food and shelter for the underprivileged in
the remote areas of the country
A rich citizens B active members C poor inhabitants D enthusiastic people
Task 2: Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the
underlined part in each of the following sentences.
24 There is an increase in the prevalence of electronic books as more people are turning to digitalised
reading materials
A scarcity B deficiency C popularity D intensity
25 Heavily contaminated with wastes from nearby factories, the water in this river is not suitable for
daily use
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PART 3: SYNONYM AND ANTONYM (0.5 pts - 0.1/ each)
Task 1: Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following sentences
21 You should keep an eye out for that!
C maintain awareness of D control
22 The research findings were reliable since modem technology was used to increase the precision of
the sampling procedure
A exactness B inaccuracy C insecurity D flexibility
23 Despite the traffic hold-ups, we were able to arrive at the airport in the nick of time just before the
check-in counter closed
A with all our luggage B in a terrible condition
C at the very last moment D with much time to spare
Task 2: Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the
underlined part in each of the following sentences.
24 A solution needs to be found as soon as possible because the epidemic has become more rampant.
A widespread B serious C violent D controllable
25 She was too wet behind the ears to be in charge of such demanding tasks.
A lack of responsibilityB full of sincerity C without money D full of experience
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PART 3: SYNONYM AND ANTONYM (0.5 pts - 0.1/ each)
Task 1: Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following sentences
21 Before submitting the document, I had to check whether all the sources of information are valid.
A available B legitimate C understandable D clear
22 The atomic bomb annihilated the whole city, so nothing was left standing.
23 I think Nick hit the nail on the head when he stated that there were some faults in Barbara’s
performance
Trang 11C interpreted something indirectly D misunderstood something seriously
Task 2: Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the
underlined part in each of the following sentences.
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PART 3: SYNONYM AND ANTONYM (0.5 pts - 0.1/ each)
Task 1: Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following sentences
21 We decided to pay for the car on the installment plan.
A credit card B piece by piece C monthly payment D cash and carry
22 As the summer sun sent scattered rays through the maple and oak leaves overhead, the young deer stood frozen, making it almost impossible for the hikers to see her.
A not moving B invisible C very cold D not melted
23 He drives me to the edge because he never stops talking whenever we meet.
A irritates me B steers me C moves me D frightens me
Task 2: Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the
underlined part in each of the following sentences.
24 Unless the two signatures are identical, the bank won’t honor the check
25 I need everybody’s help The wedding is tomorrow and we haven’t even started with the decorations yet We have no time to lose.
A have some extra time B remember what time it is
C have to start right now D must do everything quickly
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PART 3: SYNONYM AND ANTONYM (0.5 pts - 0.1/ each)
Task 1: Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following sentences
21 These were the people who advocated using force to stop school violence.
A openly criticized B publicly said C strongly condemned D publicly supported
22 She faces the dilemma of disobeying her father or losing the man she loves.
23 She felt she had been left in the lurch by all her colleagues.
Task 2: Choose the word or phrase (A, B, C or D) that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the
underlined part in each of the following sentences.
24 The storm left a trail of destruction in its wake.
A in the early morning B that followed C left behind D from the beginning
25 My grandfather has a profound mistrust of anything new or foreign.
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PART 3: SYNONYM AND ANTONYM (0.5 pts - 0.1/ each)