Choose the word which has the underlined part pronounced differently from the others.
help
tennis
tell
prepare
Choose the word that differs from the rest in the position of the main stress.
It’s an important part of your cultural identity to keep your _____ in speaking English.
Much _____ comes through body language and gesture.
Try to _____ the meaning of words rather than going straight for your dictionary.
Reading is the best way to _____ your vocabulary in any language.
Choose the correct answer.
He is not exactly rich but he certainly earns enough to _____.
Choose the correct answer.
One way of increasing your speed of comprehension is to learn all your vocabulary without the use of your own _______.
If I didn’t have an exam, I _____ camping with you this weekend.
If she _______ rich, she would travel around the world.
Choose the correct answer.
India is the country ________ he spent the early years of his life.
Choose the word or phrase that needs correction.
She remained calmly and waited till he had finished shouting at her.
=> Error: =>
Choose the word or phrase that needs correction.
Martin was chosen because she is a good administrator who gets along for everyone.
=> Error:
Choose the word or phrase that needs correction.
Many family are using biogas for cooking.
=> Error:
- “It’s nearly Tet holiday already.”
- “_____”
Choose the correct response.
“You can borrow my book.”
- “__________”
Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).
Becoming a superstar performing on stage was my burning desire when I was a teenager.
Choose the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s).
We were surprised to know that over 150000 fans packed into the stadium to support the football team.
Choose the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).
To have a chance to enter the final round, you have to eliminate lots of competitors.
Choose the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word(s).
It is undeniable that instrument innovations hit the right note in 2013 with the 3D-printed guitar, the AT-200 guitar, the seaboard grand, and the wheel harp.
Read the following passage and choose the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks.
The relationship between students and teachers is less formal in the USA than in many other countries. American students do not stand up (23) ______ their teachers enter the room. Students are encouraged to ask questions during class, to stop in the teacher’s office for extra help, and to phone if they are absent. Most teacher (24) _____ students to enter a class late or leave early if necessary. (25) ______ the lack of formality, students are still expected to be polite to their teachers and fellow classmates.
When students want to ask questions, they usually (26) _______ a hand and wait to be called on. When a test is being given, talking to a classmate is not only rude but also risky. Most American teachers consider that students who are talking to each other (27) _______ a test are cheating.
Choose the correct answer for (23).
Choose the correct answer for (24).
Choose the correct answer for (25).
Choose the correct answer for (26).
Choose the correct answer for (27).
Read the following passage then choose the best answer to each question below.
WORLD BBQ
To some people, there is nothing more appetizing than the smell of meat sizzling over an open fire. Throughout the world, people love to eat barbecue because it lets them together with friends and family to enjoy a meal that brings them back to their caveman roots. Cooking over coals or an open flame make people feel more sociable.
Most countries have barbecue traditions, and they usually take place on national holidays. In the United States, it is a tradition to have a barbecue of hamburgers and hot dogs on July 4, which is Independence Day. In Taiwan, people get together to eat a barbecue during the Moon Festival, and the smell of burning coal is in the air all day.
In South America, and in Argentina in particular, barbecue is a way of life. All soft of meats and sausages are put on a large grill together over hot coals. Barbecue is even considered the national dish in Argentina, and it is given the name asado in Portuguese. This means not only the dish but also the social event that surrounds an Argentina barbecue.
When a person speaks about Turkish and Middle and Eastern barbecue, the kebab immediately comes to mind. The tradition of taking different meats, and sometimes vegetables as well, and spearing them with a sharp stick called a skewer has crossed cultural lines today. Practically, anywhere in the English-speaking world, the thought of shish-kebab will make barbecue lovers’ mouths water.
Wherever you go in the world, you are almost certain to come across a local method of preparing the barbecue. If you visit different places, be bold and try whatever the local specialties are.
Barbecue considered a way of life in _____.
The sharp sticks that are used to cook meat are called _____?
Complete the second sentence so that it has the same meaning as the first.
They wanted to apologize for their behavior, that's why they paid for dinner.
=> They paid for dinner in order ..........
Complete the second sentence so that it has the same meaning to the first.
Don’t leave the computer on when you leave.
=> Turn ..........
Complete the second sentence so that it has the same meaning to the first.
When I was a child, I usually went to the local park every Saturday afternoon.
=> When I was a child, I used ..........
Rewrite the following sentences using the provided word and keep meaning as that of the root one.
Their teacher is making them study hard.
=> They are ..........
Complete the second sentence, using the word given so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence. Do NOT change the word given in brackets in any way.
She owns the smartphone on the table. (HERS)
=> The smartphone .
Complete the second sentence using the word given so that it has the same meaning to the first.
He could not afford to buy an expensive car. (SUCH)
Complete the second sentence using the word given so that it has the same meaning to the first.
Local people can earn their livings by providing tourists with necessary services. (LIVE ON)
=> ..........
Complete the second sentence using the word given so that it has the same meaning to the first.
That man has a friendly relationship with the owner of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. (GETS ON)
=> ..........
Complete the second sentence using the word given so that it has the same meaning to the first.
Is this car yours? (OWN)
=> ..........?