Choose the word which has the underlined part pronounced differently from the others.
makes
views
reads
decides
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.
You have free time, _____?
If you _______ to their party, they would be very disappointed.
Christopher ______ from a tree nut allergy since he ______ some walnuts this morning.
_____ we had planned everything carefully, many things went wrong.
My family has decided _____ Da Lat in the summer.
The test was given _____ short notice, so we all couldn't finish it well.
Do you like the language center _____in the Women’s Magazine?
It is believed that traveling is a good way to expand our ______ of the world.
He has tried to give ______ smoking twice but hasn't succeeded.
I've told him that he's heading for trouble, but he doesn't listen - it's just ______ off a duck's back.
Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).
Professor Berg was very interested in the diversity of cultures all over the world.
Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).
The dog is starving. It hasn’t got anything to eat for nearly a week.
Choose the word(s) which is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).
His campaign imploded during the summer amid charges of mismanagement and overspending.
Choose the word(s) which is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).
He can stay with us for the time being until he finds a place of his own.
Jenny: “Congratulations on your winning the first prize at the talent contest.”
Tom: “_____.”
Joana and David, two lecturers, are talking about library skills.
- Joana: “I think we should teach our students how to use the library.”
- David: “_____. Library skills will help them use resources effectively.”
Read the text and choose the best answer to fill in the blanks.
Valentine's Day is celebrated every year on 14 February. It's the day people show their affection for another person or people by sending cards, flowers or chocolates with messages of love.
The day gets its name from a famous saint named Valentine, who is believed to be a priest from Rome in the third century AD when Emperor Claudius II had banned marriage because he thought married men were bad soldiers. , Valentine felt this was unfair, so he broke the rules and arranged marriages in . When Claudius found out, Valentine was thrown in jail and to death. There, he fell in love with the jailer's daughter and when he was taken to be killed on 14 February he sent her a love letter signed "from your Valentine".
It's thought that as part of the celebrations, boys drew names of girls from a box. They'd be boyfriend and girlfriend during the festival and sometimes they'd get married. Later on, the church wanted to turn this festival into a Christian celebration and decided to use it to remember St Valentine, too. Gradually, St Valentine's name started to be used by people to their feelings to those they loved.
Read the following passage then choose the best answer to each question below.
According to airline industry statistics, almost 90% of airline accidents are survivable or partially survivable. But passengers can increase their chances of survival by learning and following certain tips. Experts say that you should read and listen to safety instructions before take-off and ask questions if you have uncertainties. You should fasten your seat belt low on your hips and as tightly as possible. Of course, you should also know how the release mechanism of your belt operates. During take-offs and landings, you are advised to keep your feet flat on the floor. Before take-off, you should locate the nearest exit and an alternative exit and count the rows of seats between you and the exits so that you can find them in the dark if necessary.
In the event that you are forewarned of a possible accident, you should put your hands on your ankles and keep your head down until the plane comes to a complete stop. If smoke is present in the cabin, you should keep your head low and cover your face with napkin, towels or clothing. If possible, wet these for added protection against smoke inhalation. To evacuate as quickly as possible, follow crew commands and do not take personal belongings with you. Do not jump on escape slides before they’re fully inflated, and when you jump, do so with your arms and legs extended in front of you. When you get to the ground, you should move away from the plane as quickly as possible, and never smoke near the wreckage.
The word “them” in the first paragraph refers to _____.
Airline passengers are advised to do all of the following EXCEPT ____.
The word “evacuate” in the second paragraph is closest in meaning to _____.
Read the following passage and choose the correct answers.
In the event of long-term school closures from the coronavirus, a piece of advice is given for parents and schools on how to prepare: use remote learning.
Unfortunately, it’s not that simple. In fact, remote learning may be impossible for many schools to offer students on such short notice.
Not all students have access to technology.
While 58% of American schools are reported to have 1:1 computer program, not all schools assign a computer to each student during the school day, nor do they all allow students to bring the devices home with them.
25% of students don’t have access to computers at home, either. Internet access is also a problem, with higher-income families six times more likely than low-income families to have high-speed internet.
Cell phones are not the answer.
It is true that most students have cell phones. But have you ever tried to actually type an essay on one? Many students do, but with a lower quality of work. Moreover, multi-tasking by opening several tabs is often required for an assignment, and this is not easy to do on a cellphone.
Reading complex information requires focus, and when using a cell phone, students can be easily interrupted by calls, texts, and notifications. The time and effort of doing academic work on a handheld device is a recipe for frustration.
It takes time and training to develop an online class.
Some teachers use flipped classrooms, where students watch videos at home and practice skills during class time, and those classes may be the most effective in terms of accommodating students should their schools close.
Unfortunately, that’s the norm. Most teachers still use the traditional “face to face” model. Developing an online course is time-intensive and requires training that most teachers have not had.
We need to be realistic.
Even though much is still unknown about the coronavirus, students and schools must be prepared. Parents, administrators, and teachers need to have realistic expectations about what our students can accomplish while at home and away from school. We need to all be on the same page to reduce anxiety for students and families during this stressful, challenging crisis.
Which best serves as the title for the passage?
The word "assign" in the first paragraph is closest in meaning to ______.
The word "them" in the third paragraph refers to ______.
According to the passage, an essay done on a cell phone is __________.
As stated in the passage, flipped classrooms are considered _________.
The phrase "be on the same page" in the last paragraph is closest in meaning to _______.
Which statement is NOT true according to the passage?
What can be inferred about the coronavirus from the passage?
Choose the underlined part that needs correction.
What the woman was saying were so important that I asked everyone to stop talking and listen.
Choose the underlined part that needs correction.
People in line who tickets have been stamped may not enter the auditorium.
Choose the underlined part that needs correction.
During his 22 years in football, Pele scored 1,281 goals and holding every major record for the sport.
Choose the sentence closest in meaning to the following sentence.
Some people think money is more important than good health.
Choose the sentence that is closest in meaning to this sentence.
“Well done, Jerry, you've passed the driving test.”
Choose the sentence that is CLOSEST in meaning to the sentence given.
Children are not allowed to play football in the streets.
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 plants receive enough sunlight and water. They grow well.