Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from the others.
arbitrage
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 that differs from the rest in the position of the main stress.
Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).
Wild horses wouldn't drag me away from attending my daughter's graduation ceremony, even if it meant missing an important business meeting.
Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word in the following question.
The emblem of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations was designed basing on rice - the most important crop for the Southeast Asian people.
Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).
Acupuncture can ease nausea and vomit caused by chemotherapy.
Choose the word(s) which is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).
I knew drink was dear in the South but 80 euro for a cup of raspberry beer cocktail is a bit much.
Choose the word(s) which is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).
If we continue to deplete the earth's natural resources, we will cause serious damage to the environment.
Choose the word(s) which is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).
Now and then they glanced at one another, hardly able to suppress their laughter.
Choose the correct answer.
Mainly because of the recent health _____ involving beef and chicken, the number of vegetarians _____ to rise dramatically in the next five years.
Making mistakes is all _________ of growing up.
Many children in state schools have expressed frustration at having to _____ with values they don’t share.
Choose the correct answer.
Mosquitoes are becoming more ____________ to insecticides.
Only if the teacher has given permission _____ allowed to leave the room.
Read the following passage and choose the best answer for each blank.
Have you ever asked yourself what you are working for? If you have ever had the time to consider this taboo question, or put it to others in moments of weakness or confidentiality, you well have heard some or all of the following.
It's the money, of course, some say with a smile, as if explaining something to a child. Or it’s the satisfaction of a task well-done, the sense of achievement behind an important . I worked as a bus once, and I can’t say I felt the same as I staggered along the narrow path trying to give out tickets without falling over into someone's lap. It’s the company of other people perhaps, but if that is the , what about farmers? Is it the conservation in the farmyard that keeps them captivated by the job? Work is power and a sense of status say those who have either attained these goals, or feel aggrieved that nobody has yet recognized their leadership qualities. Or we can blame it all on someone else, the family or the taxman, I suspect, and I say this under my , that most of us work rather as Mr. Micawber lived, hoping for something to turn up. We'll win the pools, and tell the boss what we really think. We'll together the money and open that little shop we have always dreamed of, or go round the world, or spend more time in the garden.
One day we'll get that promotion we deserve, but until then at least we have something to do. And we are so busy it that we won't have time to wonder why.
Read the following passage and choose the correct answer.
Vincent Van Gogh was born in Groot Zundert, in The Netherlands on March 30th 1853, to parents Theodorus Van Gogh, a preacher, and Ana Cornelia Carbentus. In 1869 at the age of 16, Van Gogh began a career, not as a painter, but as an art dealer with the firm Goupil & Cie. He spent 7 years at Goupil & Cie where daily contacts with works of art kindled his appreciation of paintings and drawings. Gradually Vincent lost interest in his work and decided to try his hand at teaching at a Catholic School for boys. His growing interest in religion and his desire to help the poor eventually drove him to become a clergyman. In 1878, he became a lay preacher in one of the most impoverished regions in Western Europe: the coal-mining district of the Borinage in Belgium. Vincent sympathized with the poverty-stricken miners and gave away most of his food and clothing to ease their burdened lives. His extreme commitment to the miners drew disfavor from the church, which dismissed him of his post. Vincent, however, decided to remain with the miners and began to paint them and their families, chronicling their harsh conditions.
Soon after, thanks to his brother’s financial help, Vincent decided to go to Brussels in 1880 to begin studies in art. During the next 10 years, Vincent painted around 872 paintings. In 1882, Vincent began living with Clasina Maria Hoornik, also known as Sien, and her children, in the Hague. Their volatile personalities and the strain of living in complete poverty created a stormy relationship. Vincent was devoted to Sien and her children, but art always came first. As his drawing and painting skills advanced, his relationship with Sien deteriorated and they parted ways in September 1883.
In 1886, Vincent moved in with his brother - Theo in Paris where he met Paul Gauguin and various other artists, who had a tremendous impact on his ongoing evolution as an artist. Never truly happy in large cities, Vincent decided to move to Aries Province in the south of France, where he rented a studio and invited Paul Gauguin to live with him. In December 1888, Vincent experienced a psychotic episode in which he cut off a piece of his left ear. After his episode, he was in and out of asylums for the next year. It was thought that Van Gogh was actually epileptic and that is why people thought he had fits of insanity throughout his life. He painted one of his best-known paintings, Starry Night, during one of his stays in the asylum. In mid-1890, Vincent left the asylum and spent the last few months of his life in Auvers, France. On July 27th 1890, Vincent Van Gogh shot himself in the chest. Two days later he died with his younger brother - Theo by his side. He left behind a wonderful array of paintings that make him one of the most influential painters of our time.
Which of the following is NOT true according to the first paragraph?
Vincent’s extreme commitment to the miners resulted in _____.
The word "chronicling" in paragraph 1 is closest meaning to "_____".
Vincent went to Aries because of _____.
Which of the following information correctly describes Van Gogh's life and career in paragraph 3?
What can you NOT know from the third paragraph?
Which of the following could best describe the tone of this passage?
Linda: “Which gender is most likely to ask strangers for directions?”
Jean: “_____”
Mary: “Why are there generally so few women in top positions?”
Peter: “_____”
Choose the correct response.
Ngoc Minh: “What are some of the benefits of going away on holiday?”
Yoko: “_____”
- “My life’s got stuck these days. I am so depressed and unable to think of anything.”
- “_____”
A: “Thanks for giving me a ride to work today.”
B: “_____. I was heading this direction anyway.”
Choose the best way to rearrange the following sentences in order to make a meaningful conversation.
a. No, I’ll just talk to him later. He and his supervisor are in a meeting with a customer.
b. I want to send this package to Janet Barton. Do you have her address by any chance?
c. Okay. You’re sending Janet this year’s sales record, right?
d. No, but Tim has a list of all our consultants’ addresses. Should I call him for you?
Choose the best way to rearrange the following sentences in order to make a meaningful conversation.
a. Great, I can’t wait until I have my own vacation.
b. It’s great to be home!
c. It has its surprises, but I loved the parties.
d. Let’s plan for one next month.
e. Did you have a nice trip?
Choose the best way to rearrange the following sentences in order to make a meaningful conversation.
a. I think you look great in the blue one.
b. Lucy, long time no see. You look great.
c. You always did have a good taste.
d. What a coincidence! I haven’t seen you for ages, Meghan.
e. I just got a new job. And I’m looking for new dresses.
Choose the best way to rearrange the following sentences in order to make a meaningful conversation.
a. But I’ll get home late tonight.
b. How about ordering something home?
c. My body is aching. I don’t want to cook.
d. Pizza would be perfect.
e. Someone should prepare dinner for the kids.
f. What’s for dinner tonight, darling?
Choose the best way to rearrange the following sentences in order to make a meaningful conversation.
a. I feel like my toes are starting to go numb.
b. It’s freezing outside!
c. I guess the wind chill is really driving down the temperature.
d. What happened to the weather report?
e. Well, never trust the weather forecast again.
f. Yeah, this cold front was supposed to pass.
It's my shout this time! Waitress!
Choose the sentence that is closest in meaning to this sentence.
To let Harold join our new project was silly as he knows little about our company.
I know I can convince Dave that I'm right about that matter.
Choose the sentence that is closest in meaning to this one.
My impression of him was that he was a very capable person.
Choose the sentence that is closest in meaning to this one.
Realizing the environmental impact of the fashion industry, some bloggers, vloggers, and influencers are now entering the 'no-buy' movement.
Choose the correct sentence that best combines each pair of sentences in the following question.
We spend about one-third of our lives sleeping. We know relatively little about sleep.
Choose the sentence that best combines this pair of sentences.
He was successful because he was determined to pursue personal goals. He was not talented.
Choose the sentence that best combines this pair of sentences.
Peter told us about his leaving the school. He did it on his arrival at the meeting.
Choose the sentence that best combines this pair of sentences.
The government doesn’t raise interest rate. They win the election.
Choose the correct sentence that best combines each pair of sentences in the following question.
He missed the opportunity to study abroad. He didn’t realize the importance of English.
Read và choose the correct answers.
Most people work about eight hours a day. They start their jobs in the morning and they finish in the evening. _____ (1) They work the night shift. It is true that working at night has certain advantages and disadvantages. Here I will discuss both sides of the issue.
Many people do not like working at night because they would rather relax or sleep. For this reason, if somebody can work at night, it can be easier to find a job. Working at night is also good because it is a very calm time. Because most people are sleeping, _____ (2) Finally, the salary for working a night shift can be higher than for a day shift. This is also because most people do not want to work late.
_____ (3) For one thing, you cannot sleep at a normal time of the day. When you are working, other people are sleeping. When you are asleep, other people are awake. This kind of situation can make you feel very strange because you are not on the same schedule as other people. _____ (4) This will make it hard for you to go out and buy things you need. When you are awake, the stores are closed. One last reason that working late is not good is the effect on your social life. Again, because you are awake when most people are asleep, it will be hard to meet your friends and family. This can harm your relationships with the people you like the most.
Even though there are some advantages to working late at night, _____ (5) Working a day shift creates a healthy schedule for your body and mind, and it also helps your social life.
Choose the correct answer for (1).
Choose the correct answer for (2).
Choose the correct answer for (3)
Choose the correct answer for (4).
Choose the correct answer for (5).
Write an academic essay of about 250 words on the following topic.
Today men and women have children later in their life. What are the reasons for this? Do you think it is a positive or negative development?
Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.