Quiz 1

One stubborn crew member disrupted the whole plan, because he didn't listen to the instructions carefully.

What is the definition of stubborn?

• averse or disinclined to work

• fixed or set in purpose or opinion

• expressing strong displeasure at something

• extremely proud

Financial experts have detected signs that the economy is beginning to improve.

What is the correct definition?

• to notice something that is hidden or not clear

• to begin or introduce something new

• to give a new appearance to a person or thing

• to collect several things from different places

We really wanted this thing repaired, so we started working together quickly.

What is the correct definition?

• to damage in such a way that it cannot be fixed

• to throw away because it turns out to be unusable

• to change direction after hitting something

• to put something that is damaged or broken together

The main access to the building is at the side, but most people have difficulty finding it.

Pick the correct synonyms.

• entrance

• obstacle

• opening

• landmark

I tried to yank the button off the telescope, but I wasn't able to do so.

Pick the correct synonyms.

• to tear

• to jerk

• to control

• to swipe

They barely have enough money to pay the rent this month, let alone buy new clothes.

Pick the correct synonyms.

• hardly

• scarcely

• just

• few

I think it's important to ... ... local businesses by buying locally.

Fill in the gap.

• derive

• support

• overwhelm

• discard

This is one possible solution to the problem, ... ... , there are many others option to be considered.

Fill in the gap.

• however

• because

• moreover

• although

No one should be looking to pin the ... ... on others, instead we should seek for a solution.

Fill in the gap.

• horse

• blame

• guilt

• trust

These flowers are brightly coloured in order to attract butterflies.

Pick the correct antonyms.

• to reject

• to deter

• to appeal

• to engage