Choose the word which has the underlined part pronounced differently from the others.
high
laugh
paragraph
enough
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.
I saw many houses _____ by the storm.
What will you miss most about England when you _____?
He always gets _____ presents than his sister on his birthday.
Someone had forged her signature on the cheque, _____?
This latest injury must surely mean that her tennis career is now at _____ end.
I am having a math lesson but I forgot my _____. I find it difficult with numbers.
In the 17th century, the Viet people _____ the temple tower, calling it Thien Y Thanh Mau Tower.
He wasted time _____ games online all day long.
The whole country is up in _____ about the new tax the government has put on books.
About 100 people _____ outside the theatre for tickets when we got there.
If you want a cheap air ticket you must _____ well in advance.
Bob is so short-tempered; he should try to _____ his anger.
Vietnam, a country with 54 ethnic groups, has rich customs and _____.
It is going to rain any minute now. The children _____ in the rain.
Paul and Daisy are discussing life in the future.
Paul: “I believe space travel will become more affordable for many people in the future.”
Daisy: “______”
Two friends are talking on the phone.
- A: "How about getting together for coffee tomorrow afternoon?"
- B: "_____"
Choose the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).
When the two chemicals combine, they form an explosive compound.
Choose the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).
It's time you pulled your socks up and started working seriously. Your final exams are coming.
Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).
The organization was established in 1950 in the USA.
Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).
Compounds which are plentiful in nature are calcium carbonate, calcium sulfate, and aluminum oxide.
Choose the underlined part that needs correction
David fell down the stair and hurted his leg yesterday. He is always such a careless person.
Choose the underlined part that needs correction
Rebecca is definitely disinterested in studying biochemistry and geography.
Choose the underlined part that needs correction.
Children learn primarily by directly experiencing the world around it.
Choose the sentence that best combines this pair of sentences.
They drove fifteen miles off the main roads. Also, they had nothing to eat for a day.
Choose the sentence that best combines this pair of sentences.
Students don’t have the professor’s signature to use the materials. They can’t take them out of the library.
Choose the sentence that is CLOSEST in meaning to the sentence given.
Her sister last went to the movies two weeks ago.
Choose the sentence that is CLOSEST in meaning to the sentence given.
"No, it wasn’t me who broke the antique vase." said the child.
Choose the sentence that is CLOSEST in meaning to the sentence given.
Students are not allowed to take their dictionaries in the exam.
Read the text and choose the best answer to fill in the blanks.
While the television set is increasingly becoming the focal point of our living room, it would be easy to forget that its older relative, the radio is still there. But in the rush to turn the TV and feast our eyes on all those fantastic visual , we are missing out on a valuable mean of communication.
The radio has all the talk shows, comedies, dramas and news bulletins the television has, and more besides. Late night shows have likeable presenters to keep you awake or send you to sleep, depending on your needs. Hard-hitting reporters discuss the hot items of the day with and experts in specialized areas. And behind the shots, there are researchers and editors making sure you the soonest up-to-date information.
With the new generation of digital radio about to enter our homes via satellite, radio is sure to to our lives well into the future. The radio of tomorrow will guarantee perfect recital and more choice of programme.
Read the following passage then choose the best answer to each question below.
The start of every New Year is when we make plans to change our life for the better over the forthcoming twelve months. Psychiatry professor Jayashri Kulkarni says, “January 1st is a ‘magical’ date and a vow made on this day is much more powerful than the one made on June 1st, for example.” So, we make a list of things to quit, start or change. Unfortunately, most of these promises are, more often than not, broken by January 31st. They are usually the identical resolutions that were not fulfilled from the previous year, and the years prior to that.
Researches show 45 percent of us make a New Year’s resolution. The most common vows including losing weight, volunteering to help others, quitting smoking, saving money and getting fit. Others include eating healthier food, drinking less alcohol, and going on overseas trips. However, researches also show that most of us are not so good at sticking to these. A study from the University of Scranton reveals that 71 percent of us stick to our annual promises for the first two weeks; six months later, less than 50 percent are still on track to keep their resolutions. Most people who give up on their do so because of a lack of willpower and the use of the ‘escape clause’ that they will ‘try again next year.’
( Adapted from https://www.huffpost.com)
What is the main idea of the passage?
What does the word “resolutions” in paragraph 1 mean?
What does the word “these” in paragraph 2 refer to?
How many of us make a New Year’s resolution?
According to paragraph 2, which of the following is NOT a popular vow?
Read and choose the correct answer for each question.
Black Friday
The day after Thanksgiving is the start of the holiday shopping season. Thanksgiving is always on a Thursday, so the day after is a Friday. This day has come to be known as Black Friday. It has been the busiest shopping day of the year since 2005. Most stores offer great deals on Black Friday. They open their doors in the wee hours of the morning. They try to attract shoppers with big discounts.
Some items like TVs are much cheaper than usual. Stores may even lose money on these items. They hope that shoppers will buy gifts for other people while they are in the store. Black Friday is a great time to get good deals. The problem is that there are not enough low-priced items to go around. Each store may only have a few. These items are in high demand. People stand in long lines to get such great deals. They may line up hours before a store opens. They may be hoping to get a low price on a TV or laptop, but not everyone who wants one will get one. Some people leave disappointed.
The situation can be tense. Some Black Friday events have been violent. Large, eager crowds have trampled workers. Fights have broken out or people have been cutting in line. People have shot one another over parking spots. But most Black Friday events are safe and fun. Still, if you plan on going, expect large crowds and a bit of shoving.
So where does the name "Black Friday" come from? It was first used in Philadelphia in the 1950s. The police called this day Black Friday because of the heavy traffic it drew. In the 1960s, stores tried to rename the day "Big Friday.” It did not stick. The name "Black Friday" continued to spread across the country. It seems that it is here to stay.
Which best serves as the title for the passage?
Which statement is not mentioned about Black Friday?
The word "trampled" in paragraph 3 mostly means _____.
The word "discounts" in paragraph 1 mostly means _____.
What does the phrase "These items" in paragraph 2 refer to?