Platinum 2 - Unit 4 - Language Workout 1

We will only evolve into a more enlightened species once we’ve learned to _______________ our differences and work together to improve our civilization.

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It’s important to plan for every outcome, but remember you will always _______________ unexpected problems.

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It’s always been difficult for Janet to _______________ her ideas _______________ in her speech. She speaks through her art. If you want to know her, study her paintings.

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The big city is not an ideal environment to _______________ a child. That’s why we moved to the suburbs shortly after Chris was born.

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A Russian inventor has _______________ a way to 3D print a house in 24 hours.

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I have always dreamed of _______________ a coffee shop where people could also play board games.

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Whenever I _______________ ideas, I take a short break from writing and do something relaxing, like playing my guitar or watching a little TV.

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Many people believe the development of nanotechnology will _______________ a revolution in our society.

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I prefer a hybrid to an electric car because of their greater autonomy. I mean, you don’t want your battery to _______________ far away from home and with no recharging stations nearby.

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I’ve decided I will no longer _______________ racism and intolerance.

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