Choose the word which has the underlined part pronounced differently from the others.
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.
Read the passage and then choose the best answer for each question.
Scientists do not yet thoroughly understand just how the body of an individual becomes sensitive to a substance that is harmless or even wholesome for the average person. Milk, wheat, and egg, for example, rank among the most healthful and widely used foods. Yet these foods can cause persons sensitive to them to suffer greatly. At first, the body of the individual is not harmed by coming into contact with the substance. After a varying interval of time, usually longer than a few weeks, the body becomes sensitive to it, and an allergy has begun to develop.
Sometimes it's hard to figure out if you have a food allergy, since it can show up so many different ways. Your symptoms could be caused by many other problems. You may have rashes, hives, joint pains, mimicking arthritis, headaches, irritability, or depression. The most common food allergies are to milk, eggs, seafood, wheat, nuts, seeds, chocolate, oranges, and tomatoes. Many of these allergies will not develop if these foods are not fed to an infant until her or his intestines mature at around seven months. Breast milk also tends to be protective. Migraines can be set off by foods containing tyramine, phenethylamine, monosodium glutamate, or sodium nitrate. Common foods which contain these are chocolate, aged cheeses, sour cream, red wine, pickled herring, chicken livers, avocados, ripe bananas, cured meats, many Oriental and prepared foods (read the labels!). Some people have been successful in treating their migraines with supplements of B-vitamins, particularly B6 and niacin. Children who are hyperactive may benefit from eliminating food additives, especially colorings, and foods high in salicylates from their diets. A few of these are almonds, green peppers, peaches, tea, grapes. This is the diet made popular by Benjamin Feingold, who has written the book “Why your Child is Hyperactive”. Other researchers have had mixed results when testing whether the diet is effective.
The phrase “set off” is closest in meaning to _____.
The word “hyperactive” is closest in meaning to _____.
The word “these” refers to _____.
Read the text below and decide which answer best fits each space.
Honey is a sweet liquid made by bees. It of water and sugars. Bees may travel as as seventy-five thousand kilometres and visit over two million flowers to produce just half a kilo of honey. The colour and flavour of honey depend the type of flower visited. In , there are more than three hundred of honey. The lighter-coloured ones are generally milder in flavour than darker honey.
In ancient , honey was the main sweet food, as sugar was very . Honey was of great to the ancient Egyptians, who used it as payment.
Today, honey is produced and eaten in part of the world. Research suggests that it prevents tiredness and improves athletic performance. However, honey is not just food - it be taken for sore throats and is used in many skin and hair-care involves products.
"Why is Jane upset?"
"She’s disappointed because her son’s low test scores prevented _____."
"I understand you don’t like opera."
"_____, I go at least once a month."
"How did you decide what kind of car to buy?"
"After _____ all the alternatives, I chose the fastest car I could find."
"Will you write my term paper for me?"
"No. The only thing I can do is _____ you write it."
"John’s remark was very strange."
"Yes, I was completely _____ by what he said."
"Did Bob take the test ?"
"Yes, and _____, he passed it easily."
"Do you know where Bob is?"
"Strange _____ sound, he is in Cedar Rapids."
Use the word given in brackets to form a word that fits in each of the spaces in the following passage.
Judo is a sport that has achieved great popularity in many parts of the world. It was (origin) developed in Japan in the late 19th century based on ancient methods of self-defence. There are two (fight) . Although they use physical (violent) against each other, they are (respect) to their opponent and bow to each other before and after each contest.
Judo is an (expensive) sport to take up because the only equipment you need is the special loose-fitting suit. It is very suitable for (young) if they join a club where the (instruct) are properly qualified and pay enough attention to safety. Although Judo is a physically (demand) sport which requires a lot of (strong) practice and skill, there are many people who find it (enjoy) as a mean of relaxation in their spare time.
Fill in each blank with ONE word to complete the following passage.
A pioneer in the field of telecommunications, Alexander Graham Bell was in 1847 in Edinburgh Scotland. He moved to Ontario, and then to United States, setting in Boston, before beginning his career as an inventor. Throughout his life, Bell had been interested the education of deaf people. This interest led him to the microphone and, in 1876, his "electrical speech machine", which we now call a . News of his invention quickly throughout the country, even throughout Europe. By 1878, Bell had set up the first telephone exchange in New Haven, Connecticut. By 1884, long distance connections were between Boston, Massachusetts and New York City.
Bell imagined great uses for his telephone, like the model from 1920s, but would he ever have telephone lines being used to transmit video images? Since his in 1922, the telecommunication industry has undergone an amazing revolution. Today, non-hearing people are able to use a special display telephone to communicate. Bell's "electrical speech machine" paved the way the Information Superhighway.
Use the given words to make complete sentences. Change the form of the words or add other necessary words.
I / write / thank / you / spend / summer / us.
=> _____
Make a complete sentence using the given words. Change the form of the words or add other words if necessary.
It / nice / you / come / teach us / how / use / computers.
Use the given words to make complete sentences. Change the form of the words or add other necessary words.
You / helpful / it / easy / follow / lessons.
=> _____
Use the given words to make complete sentences. Change the form of the words or add other necessary words.
Before / you / come / computers / strange / us.
=> _____
Use the given words to make complete sentences. Change the form of the words or add other necessary words.
We / know / how / use / smartphones / support / study / lately.
Use the given words to make complete sentences. Change the form of the words or add other necessary words.
As / you / see / I / use / computer / write / letter / you.
=> _____
Use the given words to make complete sentences. Change the form of the words or add other necessary words.
All / us / regret / time / fly / so quickly.
=> _____
Use the given words to make complete sentences. Change the form of the words or add other necessary words.
We / can’t wait / next summer / when / you / return.
=> _____
Use the given words to make complete sentences. Change the form of the words or add other necessary words.
We / be / thankful / what / you / do / for / us / since / mom / pass.
Use the given words to make complete sentences. Change the form of the words or add other necessary words.
I / look / forward / hear / you / soon.
=> _____
Finish each of the following sentences in such a way that it means exactly the same as the sentence before it, beginning with the word(s) given.
If she does not hurry, she will be late for school.
=> Unless _____
Finish each of the following sentences in such a way that it means exactly the same as the sentence before it, beginning with the word(s) given.
I was able to finish the work early because he helped me.
=> Thanks _____
Finish each of the following sentences in such a way that it means exactly the same as the sentence before it, beginning with the word(s) given.
It took us 30 minutes to rehearse the play.
=> We spent _____
Complete the second sentence so that it has the same meaning to the first.
“I’m sorry, Angela,” said Martin. “I’m afraid I’ve damaged your car.”
=> Martin apologized ...........
Finish each of the following sentences in such a way that it means exactly the same as the sentence before it, beginning with the word(s) given.
“Don’t bite your nails,” said Mrs. Rogers to her son.
=> Mrs. Rogers told _____
Complete the second sentence so that it has the same meaning to the first.
It isn’t necessary to finish the work today.
=> You don't ............
Finish each of the following sentences in such a way that it means exactly the same as the sentence before it, beginning with the word(s) given.
With a lot of luck, you may get your novel published.
=> If you _____
Complete the second sentence so that it has the same meaning to the first.
“Don’t forget to lock the house when you go out, William,” his mother said.
=> William’s mother reminded ..........
Complete the second sentence so that it has the same meaning to the first.
This organization is supported by the government for most of its income.
=> This organization depends ............
Finish each of the following sentences in such a way that it means exactly the same as the sentence before it, beginning with the word(s) given.
They are going to repair my car tomorrow.
=> I am _____