12. SYNONYM 4 (CLOSEST MEANING 4)

Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

As he lived in a small town outside the city, he had to commute every day.

• A. take a bus to work

• B. drive to work

• C. take a lift to work

• D. travel a long way to and from work

Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

The atmosphere at work was so bad that Brian eventually decided to hand in his notice.

• A. notify the boss

• B. apply for another job

• C. give up his job

• D. be given a better job

Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

My boss has a reputation for being such a slave-driver!

• A. working overtime

• B. working excessively hard

• C. being slave to work

• D. making his staff work too hard

Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

There are excellent prospects for promotion, and you'll know you're doing something to benefit society.

• A. opportunities

• B. likelihoods

• C. futures

• D. potentials

Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

We want to recruit the brightest and the best. If you think you fit the bill, fill in an application form today.

• A. are able to pay the bill

• B. are suitable

• C. are of the right size

• D. are excellent

Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

I am available for an interview all afternoons, except on Tuesday because I am doing a computer course to improve my typing skills.

• A. willing

• B. free

• C. impatient

• D. longing

Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

Finally, Amy decided to quit her job as she couldn't stand doing the same things days in days out. It's so monotonous!

• A. easy

• B. low-paid

• C. tedious

• D. secure

Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

Lucy has just finished her A levels and she has got a place at university, but she would really like a break from the academic world. Therefore, she decides to take a gap year and travel around the world!

• A. a year off

• B. a year out

• C. a year away

• D. a year's trip 122

Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

The experience from an adventurous expedition to a rainforest will broaden your horizons and teach you new skills.

• A. expand your range of interests and knowledge

• B. open your views

• C. widen your eyes

• D. be an eye-opener

Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.

I consider myself to be trustworthy, responsible and enthusiastic.

• A. worthwhile

• B. talented

• C. honest

• D. skilled