CAE C1 English unit 1-4

Some people go to great lengths to make their homes attractive.

• to make a good decision

• deceive or trick someone

• to make a choice that is based on good information

• to try very hard to achieve something

Your last essay wasn't up to scratch.

• to affect someone or something

• (informal) reaching an acceptable standard

• one part of a subject

• the ability to communicate in a language

"exert control" means:

• neglect your power

• use your power to control something or someone

• miss your power

• I don't know

When Frederick started borrowing money to pay his debts, it started a _____________________ .

• work-life balance

• get things into perspective

• vicious circle

He became disenchanted with politics and resigned from the party. "Disenchanted" means:

• angry

• disappointed

• stressed

Marco has a flair for drawing. It means he is:

• good at drawing

• bad at drawing

He hoodwinked us into agreeing. It means he:

• deceived us

• persuaded us

They lapped up everything he said. They:

• didn't believe him

• believed him

• did not care

Smoking has a detrimental effect on your health. "Detrimental" means:

• a positive effect

• a negative affect

General questions:

1.What challenges are you facing these weeks?