Unit 1 language test

Javi never does anything half-heartedly. He always throws himself ______ new experiences and adventures.

• into

• onto

• over

• across

Many people devote themselves ______ their work because they see it as a reflection of their success in life.

• to

• in

• for

• with

There are a number of health problems associated ______ poor diet, such as cholesterol and diabetes.

• with

• to

• by

• for

Many new businesses sprung ______ quickly earlier this year when they relaxed tax regulations.

• up

• down

• in

• out

As the reporter knew little about football, he read up ______ the club before interviewing the manager.

• about

• on

• for

• with

Research has shown that people who were eldest children are more likely to put themselves forward ______ management roles than people who were middle or youngest children.

• in

• for

• to

• with

Phone companies are always coming out ______ new updates and versions of their phones. It’s hard to keep up!

• with

• for

• to

• by

Unfortunately, the elderly are far more likely to fall ______ internet scams than any other demographic.

• into

• for

• over

• under

Frank always promises the world but every time he fails to follow ______ what he says. He just can’t be trusted.

• through

• on

• with

• by

Backing ______ from an argument doesn’t necessarily prove that you’re wrong. It can often show a high level of maturity and compromise.

• down

• up

• off

• out