Choose the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation.
hydro
lifestyle
envy
hybrid
Choose the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation.
influenced
Choose the word that differs from the rest in the position of the main stress.
Choose the word which differs from the other three in the position of primary stress.
Read the following passage and choose the correct answer to each of the following questions.
Fifty-five delegates representing all thirteen states except Rhode Island attended the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia from May to September 1787. The delegates had been instructed by the Continental Congress to revise the old Articles of Confederation, but most believed that a stronger central government was needed. There were differences, however, about what structure the government should take and how much influence large states should have.
Virginia was by far the most populous state, with twice as many as people as New York, four times as many as New Jersey, and ten times as many as Delaware. The leader of the Virginia delegation, James Madison, had already drawn up a plan for government, which became known as the Large State Plan. Its essence was that congressional representation would be based on population. It provided for two or more national executives. The smaller states feared that under this plan, a few large states would lord over the rest. New Jersey countered with the Small State Plan. It provided for equal representation for all states in a national legislature and for a single national executive. Angry debate, heightened by a stifling heat wave, led to deadlock.
A cooling of tempers seemed to come with lower temperatures. The delegates hammered out an agreement known as the Great Compromise – actually a bundle of shrewd compromises. They decided that Congress would consist of two houses. The larger states were granted representation based on population in the lower house, the House of Representatives. The smaller states were given equal representation in the upper house, the Senate, in which each state would have two senators regardless of population. It was also agreed that there would be a single executive, the president. This critical compromise broke the logjam, and from then on, success seemed within reach.
What is the main topic of this passage?
It can be inferred from the passage that the Articles of Confederation ______.
According to the passage, in 1787 which of the following states likely had the FEWEST people?
In paragraph 2, the phrase "this plan" refers to ______.
According to the passage, the weather had what effect on the Constitutional Convention?
Which of the following is NOT given in the passage as one of the provisions of the Great Compromise?
The author uses the phrase "broke the logjam" in paragraph 3 to indicate that ______.
Water pollution occurs when chemicals or substances that make water contaminated are discharged directly or indirectly into water bodies without enough _____ to get rid of harmful compounds.
They have lived next door to us for years ______ we hardly ever see them.
Violence on TV can have a bad ______ on children.
_____ people in cities now choose to get married later than previous generations.
Deforestation increases the evaporation of water from the ground, ______ can lead to extensive droughts.
______ like ao dai, kimono, hanbok help preserve a country’s heritage and educate people about their history.
Three flights over Pacific ______ due to the poor weather conditions.
I ______ to contact you for days but you seem to be elusive.
The ______ of modern technologies has undeniably brought so much comfort to the lives of people.
A lack of numerical skills prevents people _____ applying for better-paid jobs.
______ builds strong school communities through class blogs, discussion forums and videos.
Teens may have access to the Internet through personal ______ like smartphone, but younger children still use the family computer to get online.
We are building the Internet to______ each other better, to share information, to collaborate, to offer mutual support and so on.
Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).
In 2012, 9% of the energy consumed in the USA came from the renewable sources. Out of this, hydro-power accounted for 16%.
Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).
“What I’ve got to say to you now is strictly off the record and most certainly not for publication.” said the government staff to the reporter.
Choose the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).
A loss of social values means our society is deteriorating.
Choose the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s) in the following question.
After their long-standing conflict had been resolved, the two families decided to bury the hatchet.
Choose the underlined part that needs correction.
Local people are advised to use economic boxes and reuse containers such as glass jars and cartons instead of wrapping food in plastic.
Choose the underlined part that needs correction.
When we arrived at her house, I found she has been out with her new friend without leaving me a note.
Choose the underlined part that needs correction.
Clean Up Australia Day welcomes more than half a million volunteers who help to clear thousands of tons of garbage from beaches, parks, streets and waterway.
Mum: "Would you like a cheesecake I just made, darling?"
Ron: "_____."
Debbie and Mary are in the canteen.
Debbie: “Here’s a small gift for your birthday. It’s something I know you like.”
Mary: “_____”
Choose the sentence that is closest in meaning to this one.
My sister and I dressed as quickly as we could, but we missed the school bus and we were late for school.
Choose the sentence that is closest in meaning to this one.
The burglar was caught red- handed by the police when he broke into the flat.
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 sentence that best combines this pair of sentences.
Peter had very little money. He managed to make ends meet.
Choose the correct sentence that best combines this pair of sentences.
They are my two sisters. They aren’t teachers like me.
Read the following passage and choose an option to indicate the correct answer to each of the blanks.
Global warming is the current increase in temperature of the Earth’s surface (both land and water) as well as its atmosphere. Average temperature around the world have risen by 0.75°C (1.4°F) the last 100 years. About two thirds of this increase has occured since 1975 in the past, when the Earth experienced increases in temperature it was the result of natural causes, but today it is being caused by accumulation of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere produced by human .
The natural greenhouse effect maintains the Earth’s temperature at a safe level making it for humans and many other life forms to exist. However, since The Industrial Revolution what benefits human has significantly enhanced the greenhouse effect the Earth’s average temperature to rise by almost 1°C. This is creating the global warming we see today.
Read the following passage then choose the best answer to each question below.
How to protect children - Web fans from unsuitable material online while encouraging them to use the Internet has long been discussed in the US.
For some parents, the Internet can seem like a jungle, filled with danger for their children. But jungles contain wonders as well as hazard and with good guides, some education, and a few precautions, the wilds of the Internet can be safely navigated. “Kids have to be online. If we tell our kids they can’t be allowed to surf the Internet, we’re cutting them off from their future,” said an expert. Most kids have started to use search engines. Many of them are great for finding tons of interesting Internet sites, and they can also locate places where you might not want your kids to go. There are search engines designed just for kids. A certain software contains only sites that have been selected as safe. The most popular way would be to use what is known as a “content screener”. But this can’t be wholly reliable, and the best thing parents can do is to talk to their kids and let them know what is OK or not OK to see or do on the Internet. Another way is that mum or dad is nearby when the child is surfing the Internet. A few other tips as follows:
- Don’t put the PC in a child’s room but keep it in an area where mum or dad can keep an eye on things. That also makes the Internet more of a family activity.
- Ask your child what he or she has been doing and about any friends they make online.
- Tell your child not to give online strangers personal information, especially like address and phone number.
And tell your children never to talk to anyone they meet online over the phone, send them anything, accept anything from them or agree to meet with them unless you go along.
Which of the following is right according to the passage?
The passage is mainly about the subject of _______.
According to the passage, we can infer that _______.
The best way to protect children from improper material is _______.
The word “hazard” in the passage means _____.