Peter and Mary are talking about social networks.
- Peter: “Using social networks may have negative effects on students.”
- Mary: “_____. It distracts them from their studies.”
David is apologizing to his teacher for being late.
David: “Sorry I’m late! The traffic is so heavy.”
Teacher: “_____. Come in and sit down.”
Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).
I have tried hard, but it is difficult to find the solution to this maths problem.
Mark the word(s) closest in meaning to the underlined word(s).
Though considered the king sport in many parts of the world, soccer has never really caught on in the United States.
Mark the word(s) opposite in meaning to the underlined word(s).
Such terrible acts of child abuse were not ignored thanks to the continuing protests of the online community.
Choose the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).
Despite sharing viewpoints on many issues, Nina and her husband are at odds when it comes to child rearing.
This is _____ most interesting book I’ve ever read.
If we are not busy this weekend, we _____ the new fruit farm in the countryside.
I think mobile phones are _____ for people of all ages.
It was so noisy outside that she couldn’t concentrate _____ her work.
She hurt herself while she _____ hide-and-seek with her friends.
_____, they get on well with each other.
I will never forget _____ to her Royal Garden Party, where superb cuisines were served amid luxurious surroundings.
If _____ with pictures and diagrams, a lesson will be more interesting and comprehensible.
Children are encouraged to read books _____ they are a wonderful source of knowledge.
Choose the word which has the underlined part pronounced differently from the others.
destroyed
Choose the word which has the underlined part pronounced differently from the others.
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 sentence that best combines this pair of sentences.
Her parents didn’t attend her graduation ceremony. They regret it now.
Mark the sentence that best combines this pair of sentences.
The coach changed his tactics in the second half. His football team won the match.
Mark the underlined part that needs correction.
The villagers are highly appreciable of the volunteers’ efforts in reconstructing their houses after the devastating storm.
Mark the underlined part that needs correction.
Household chores should share among members of the family.
Choose the underlined part that needs correction.
Reading books has been always my hobby since I was very young.
Mark the sentence that is closest in meaning to the given one.
"When did you start practising yoga?" asked Tom.
Choose the sentence that is CLOSEST in meaning to the sentence given.
Paul likes reading comic books more than watching cartoons.
Mark the sentence that is closest in meaning to the given one.
I thought it was not necessary to book tickets for the film in advance, but I was wrong.
Read the following passage and mark the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the blanks.
The importance of fairy tales for children
Fairy tales are the stories that adults, especially parents, tell young children. In view of their name, it is surprising that hardly any of them are actually about fairies. most fairy tales have happy endings, the stories usually deal with very situations — children abandoned in the forest, terrifying giants, cruel stepmothers. However, despite being scared when they are told the stories, children will often ask to hear them over and over again.
Many psychologists believe that what fairy tales do, in addition to children’s imagination, is to show that there are problems in the world and that they can be overcome. Just like adults, children have fears and worries; theirs are of things such as abandonment, loss, injuries, witches. Fairy tales present real problems in a fantasy form children are able to understand. This, it is claimed, allows them to their fears and to realise, if ever in their unconscious mind, that no matter how difficult the circumstances, there are always ways of coping.
(Adopted from “Richmond Practice Tests for Cambridge English: Advanced”)
Read the passage and mark the correct answer.
Norwich is the capital of East Anglia, an area on the east coast of England which is famous for its natural beauty and impressive architecture. Norwich is a wonderful city to explore and is popular with tourists all year round.
Norwich is not a city of luxurious hotels, but it has a good selection of reasonably priced places to stay in, both in the city centre and further out. The Beeches Hotel, for example, next to the cathedral, has a beautiful Victorian garden. Comfortable accommodation cost £65 for two nights’ bed and breakfast per person. Norwich is famous for its magnificent cathedral. The cathedral has a summer programme of music and events which is open to the general public. One event, “Fire from Heaven”, is a drama and musical performance with fireworks, a laser light show and a carnival with local people dressed in colourful costumes.
Norwich is also home the Sainsbury Centre for Visual Arts, a world-class collection of international art in a building at the University of East Anglia. This is well worth a visit and there is a lovely canteen with an excellent selection of hot and cold snacks. It also specializes in vegetarian food. In addition, the city has a new professional theatre, the Playhouse, on the River Wensum. The city’s annual international arts festival is from 10 to 20 October.
Finally, if you fancy a complete break from the stresses of everyday life, you could hire a boat and spend a few days cruising along the rivers of the famous Norfolk Broads National Park. In our environmentally friendly age, the emphasis has moved towards the quiet enjoyment of nature and wildlife. You can hire a boat, big or small, for an hour or two or even up to a week or two. This makes a perfect day out or holiday for people of all ages.
Which best serves as the title for the passage?
The word “it” in paragraph 2 refers to _____.
According to paragraph 2, which is NOT part of “Fire from Heaven” ?
The word “magnificent” in paragraph 2 mostly means _____.
Read the following passage and mark the correct answer to each of the questions.
The United Nations recently outline the extent of the global water crisis, saying that 2.7 billion people would face severe water shortages by 2025 if consumption continues at current rates. Today, an estimated 1.2 billion people drink unclean water, and about 2.5 billion lack proper toilets or waste disposal systems. More than five million people die each year from diseases related to unclean water. Humans are pumping water out of the ground faster than it can be replenished. In this difficult situation, a water conservationist, Neil MacLeod in South Africa, has found innovative ways to improve his local water situation.
Neil MacLeod took over as head of Durban Metro Water Services in 1992. The situation he found was a catastrophe. Durban had one million people living in the city and another 1.5 million people who live in poverty just outside it. The entire city was rife with broken water pipes, leaky toilets, and faulty plumbing whereby 42 percent of the region’s water was simply being wasted.
MacLeod’s crews began repairing and replacing water pipes, They put water meters on residences, replaced eight-liter toilets with foul-liter models, and changed wasteful showers and water taps. To ensure that the poor would receive a basic supply of water, MacLeod installed tanks in homes and apartments to provide 190 liters of water a day free to each household. Water consumption in Durban is now less than it was in 1996, even as 800 000 more people have received service. Through sensible water use, Durban’s conservation measures paid for themselves within a year. No new reservoirs will be needed in the coming decades, despite the expected addition of about 300 000 inhabitants.
MacLeod has also turned to water recycling. At the water recycling plant, wastewater is turned into clean water in just 12 hours. Most people are unable to discern a difference between the usual city drinking water and the treated wastewater, although it is actually intended for industrial purposes.
Some people still hope that new technology, such as the desalination of seawater, will solve the world’s water problems. “But the fact is, water conservation is where the big gains to be made,” says Sandra Postel of the Global Water Policy Project. The dedication and resourcefulness of people like Neil MacLeod offer inspiration for implementing timely and lasting solutions to the world’s water concerns.
(Adapted from “Reading Explorer 4” by Paul Maclntyre and Nancy Hubley)
Which best serves as the title for the passage?
According to the passage, how many people have to drink unclean water worldwide ?
The word “catastrophe” in paragraph 2 is mostly a situation which is ________.
The word “it” in paragraph 3 refers to ________.
The word “discern” in paragraph 4 could be best replaced by ____________.
What is the essence of Neil MacLeod’s solution to the water problems in Durban?
Which of the following is TRUE, according to the passage?
What can be inferred from the passage?