Choose the sentence CLOSEST in meaning to the sentence given.
Michael is incapable of keeping his mind engaged in the lesson.
Choose the sentence that is closest in meaning to this sentence.
People think that traffic congestion in the downtown area is due to the increasing number of private cars.
Choose the sentence that is CLOSEST in meaning to the sentence given.
"I'm sorry. I didn't do the homework," said the boy.
Choose the sentence that best combines this pair of sentences.
I didn't recognize my uncle until he raised his voice.
Choose the sentence that best combines this pair of sentences.
I was so absorbed in the vivid story. My grandfather told me that story.
Customer: "Can I try this jumper on?"
Salesgirl: "_____"
Paul: "Would you like to have dinner with me?"
Mary: "_____"
Choose the underlined part that needs correction.
Katty take her responsibilities as a nurse very seriously.
Choose the underlined part that needs correction.
You will need allowance from the council to extend your garage.
Choose the underlined part that needs correction.
The president said it was imperative that the release of all hostages was secured.
Choose the word that differs from the rest in the position of the main stress.
Choose the word that differs from the rest in the position of the main stress.
Choose the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation.
scratched
splashed
laughed
fastened
Choose the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation.
linear
hear
widespread
dear
Read the following passage and choose the correct answer to each of the questions underneath.
Swine influenza (also called swine flu, hog flu and pig flu) is an infection of a host animal by any one of several specific types of microscopic organisms called “swine influenza virus”. A swine influenza virus (SIV) is any strain of the influenza family of viruses that is usually hosted by (is endemic in) pigs. As of 2009, the known SIV strains are the influenza C virus and the subtypes of the influenza A virus known as H1N1, H1N2, H3N1, H3N2 and H2N3. Swine influenza is common in pigs in the mid-western United States (and occasionally in other states), Mexico, Canada, South America, Europe (including the UK, Sweden and Italy), Kenya, Mainland China, Taiwan, Japan and other parts of eastern Asia.
Transmission of swine influenza virus from pigs to humans is not common and does not always cause human influenza, often only resulting in the production of antibodies in the blood. The meat of the animal poses no risk of transmitting the virus when properly cooked. If transmission does cause human influenza, it is called zoonotic swine flu. People who work with pigs, especially people with intense exposures, are at increased risk of catching swine flu. In the mid-20th century, identification of influenza subtypes became possible, this allows accurate diagnosis of transmission to humans. Since then, fifty confirmed transmissions have been recorded, rarely, these strains of swine flu can pass from human to human. In humans, the symptoms of swine flu are similar to those of influenza and of influenza-like illness in general, namely chills, fever, sore throat, muscle pains, severe headache, coughing, weakness and general discomfort.
The 2009 flu outbreak in humans, known as “swine flu’, is due to a new strain of influenza A virus subtype H1N1 that contains genes closely related to swine influenza. The origin of this new strain is unknown. However, the World Organization for Animal Health (OIE) reports that this strain has not been isolated in pigs. This strain can be transmitted from human to human, and causes the normal symptoms of influenza.
What is the main topic of the passage?
A swine influenza virus is ________.
Where is the swine influenza not common?
Which statement is NOT supported by the passage?
What is the purpose of the author?
What does the word “poses” mean?
What is NOT true about the 2009 flu outbreak?
Read the following passage and choose the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the blanks.
Some people return to college as mature students and take full- or part-time training courses in a skill will help them to get a job. The development of open learning, (A)______ it possible to study when it is convenient for the students, has increased the opportunities available (B)______ many people. This type of study was formerly restricted to book-based learning and (C)______ course but now includes courses on TV, CD-ROM or the Internet, and self-access courses at language or computer centers.
Americans believe that education is important at all stage of life and should not stop (D)______ people get their first job. About 40% of adults take part in some kind of formal education. About half of them are trying to get qualifications and skills to help them with their jobs, the (E)______ are taking recreational subjects for personal satisfaction. Schools and community colleges arrange evening classes, and a catalog of courses is published by local boards of education.
(A)_____
(B)______
(C)______
(D)______
(E)______
Read the following passage and choose the correct answer to each of the questions underneath.
The American type of football was developed in the 19th century from soccer and rugby football. Played by professionals, amateurs, college and high school students, or young children, football in American is one of the most popular sports besides basketball and baseball. It attracts millions of fans each fall and people are very supportive of their favourite teams. The football playing field of today is rectangular in shape and measures 100 yards long and 53.5 yards wide. White lines are painted on the playing field to mark off the distances to the end zone. The games is divided into four quarters, each fifteen minutes long. The first two quarters are known as the first half. There is a rest period between two halves which usually last about fifteen minutes. Each team has eleven players. Each team has offensive players who play when the team has possession of the ball and defensive players who play when the other team has the possession of the ball. Because of the body contact players have during the game, helmets are worn to protect their head and face area, whereas pads are worn to protect the shoulders, arms, and legs. Also, there are officials carrying whistles and flags to make certain that the rules of the game are followed during the game. The football is made of leather and is brown in colour. It is shaped much like an oval and has white rings near each end of the football. These rings help the players see the ball when it is thrown or someone is running with it. The eight stitches on the top of the football help the players to grip the ball when throwing or passing. The most famous game of the year is Super Bowl that is played in January or February. It is televised around the world and is watched by millions of people each year.
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What do officials do during the game of football?
As mentioned in the text, who are the most active when their team has the ball?
Playing American football is the most similar to playing __________.
What do pads help the players to protect?
Which is the most popular sport in the US?
When is the most famous football game held annually?
Why are there white rings on each end of the football?
The word "grip" in the passage means to _____.
Choose the word(s) which is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).
Mrs. Ratchet is very kind, always giving open-handed assistance to the needy.
Choose the word(s) which is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).
I'm sorry I can't go out with you. I'm up to my ears in work.
Choose the word(s) which is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).
She has loads of natural talent as a runner and with rigorous training she could be a world-beater.
Choose the word(s) which is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).
He talks continuously with his friends about his achievements. He's kind of person who is always blowing his own horn.
If the firemen hadn't arrived in time, the fire _____ to other houses.
By the time I went to class, the lesson ____ over.
He promised faithfully _____ me every week.
I don't think the problem will be solved soon, _____?
Martin came home last week after a long journey by air. He ____ very tired then.
There have been more than 200 students _____ scholarship from this educational organization so far.
Choose the correct answer.
After long years working on his farm, he now has a ____ face.
I was already fed up with the job, but when the boss walked into my office and told me he expected me to work overtime, that was the ______.
Do you know who the first to be in ____ space was?
She complained that her husband never _____ her any compliments anymore.
I think the ____ thing to do is to phone before you go and ask for directions.
We're _____ you to advise us on how to proceed.